Kenny Rogers - The Gambler (REACTION) with my wife

[@Teresaisall]

Simple song with a message that carries throughout your lifetime

[@gunk7162]

The song is about life. "When the dealins' done" is about the end of your life

[@videoinformer]

The figurative expression most easily missed in the song is "the gambler, he broke even", which means he died. In gambling, "breaking even" means to leave the game with the same amount of money you started with. As it is said, you come into the world with no material possessions and you go out with no material possessions. This meaning is confirmed when it is followed by, "in his final words, I found an ace that I can keep". The gambler died in his sleep on that train shortly after this conversation concluded, just as the song said, "the best that you can hope for is to die in your sleep". Now, that's story telling!

[@JoeHicks-ow4rm]

Kenny is the best story teller in songs. As Dominique said i can see the story unfolding as if I'm watching movie. Just as in The Coward of the Coùnty. As many times I've heard that song it still brings a tear to my eye.❤❤❤

[@davidleatherneck]

That is a Life lesson that applies to more than just Poker. Thanks.

[@orraman5427]

The poor old gambler got the best he could wish for.

[@judywein3282]

Yep, died in his sleep... This was such a great reaction!

[@jessicaleblanc-nh1yl]

The gambler offering his wise words went the way he wished for. Good reaction to one of the best legendary singers in history. Life is within this one as well. Appreciations for sharing this one.

[@miltonslocum8957]

Enjoyed the reaction! And yes, the legendary Kenny Rogers is a wonderful story teller through his music. There is a song by him I know you two will absolutely love...called Lady. There's a live version you'll enjoy❤

[@MerchantOfAlba]

Yep, on our list already 😊💚

[@miltonslocum8957]

@@MerchantOfAlba Fantastic!! The song was written by Lionel Richie of the Commodores. We all attended college together including my wife who grew up with him and Ronald LaPread another band member. Great memories of those times.

[@MemoBar100]

This is a great song 👏👏👏👏 One of the best voices.

[@vovindequasahi]

Such a great song! The Gambler!

[@JoanBelo-h5y]

YESSSSS! Life lesson 😊 Again, total FUN...Watching you two react!! Congratulations! 👏👏👍👍🎉🎉❤

[@taniaPBear]

This was so much fun guys, thank you so much for another great reaction. You can't not love Kenny. You're right, the gambler wasn't giving him advice on how to win at poker, but on how to win at life because he could tell he was troubled, his final words of wisdom, in exchange for his last sip of whiskey and his last cigarette, beautiful. ✌❤

[@pattymckitrick7436]

❤When it comes to songs, a true "artist" can literally "paint a vivid picture" with words.😊

[@williamcabell142]

Watching you both, brings right back when I first heard these tunes! It’s the same amazement I first felt! 😎👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@ryanr5319]

Such a great storytelling song. Ty for reaction!

[@ednafenton7558]

You two put a smile on my face & touch my heart. You are a sweet & caring couple. Your love for each other is amazing to watch.

[@MerchantOfAlba]

You are so kind 💚

[@GaryCain-qf5vi]

Worked in Lakeside, California outside San Diego, California, after work some days I would go up the hill to the Barona Indian Casino, Kenny Rodgers would do promotions and commercials for them, one-time at a promotional appearance he said to us you need to know when to hold em' and know when to fold em' it got a good laugh, 🤣 Great Reaction👍 Peace and Love❤ 😅Gary your 70 year old forever hippie ✌️ 😊 On the Kenny Rodgers Slot Machine I never won!😢

[@maryannweitzel5636]

This song and Kenny's song Coward of the County are lessons on how to live your life. ❤

[@davidvsr]

i was 8yrs old when this came out. dad bought the album. my two younger brothers, my older brother , and i played it over and over! drove momnnuts! Gambler, Coward of the County, and Lucile are my top 3. love what yall do!

[@MamawT65]

You both are just too funny! ❤

[@themaplevegpatch]

Great reactions and choice of songs, love the accents, keep it going! David UK subscriber 👍

[@DanNelson-zw5ji]

'Ruby ,don't take your love to town'

[@billofalltrades2633]

You can't go wrong with Kenny, a great artist! Great reaction ❤🙏

[@bydavidmitchell]

Kenny was an absolute genius. A classic song. He was an incredible storyteller, with a great, distinctive voice. Not much more to say really. So sad that he's gone. All the greats are slowly disappearing and it's quite depressing. Anyway, another great reaction folks. I knew you'd love it. Thanks for the recommendation.

[@user-tb9dx9mg2njsb]

Go back to early Kenny with Just dropped in ! a great song✌🏻❤️🇺🇸

[@byrnez2755]

You are such a cool couple. ☺ I really enjoy your banter. Take care!

[@MerchantOfAlba]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@Wobu27]

Man i just love watching you guys. Wonderful couple. If you're not in America and ever come here i would love to have y'all at our Ranch. God Bless

[@anthonwest9541]

Such a great song! Another major hit I’m sure you’ll enjoy is “Lady” (live version).

[@MerchantOfAlba]

On our list already 😁💚

[@z0n0ph0ne]

Lovely reaction to great story.

[@brandonjones1349]

Not only the game, but life advice. We'll dun. And ty MOA ☘️🇺🇲

[@i-am-mj]

Beautiful couple

[@AprilNelson-v8k]

I grew up with Kenney Roger's so fun to see your reactions xo

[@WilliamGuess-ns6th]

You should go back with Kenny to when he was primarily a Rock singer! He sang with Kenny Rogers and the Fifth Dimension! The song, I Just Dropped In To See What Condition My Condition Was In! KR has reinvented himself many times! He is also a fairly well accomplished actor!

[@annemaclean6634]

I love Kenny Rogers, what a great voice and what a great storyteller! This is a fantastic song, with such a great riff and chorus! Thanks so much for your reaction, yes, I would also have loved to have this song a bit longer! 😊😊👏👏

[@AzKt71-xx8oc]

This song reminds me of my father. We would listen to this when he would take us camping in mountains. This is a song about life not just gambling.

[@brianhildreth9099]

Just commenting on my favorite reactors video for the algorithm. Great stuff as usual. Thank you.... Oh, and I'm patiently waiting for Jackson Browne's "Running on Empty".... 😁

[@MerchantOfAlba]

Many thanks... peace and love from Romania 💚

[@casandramackall1547]

Awesome storyteller. Soothing and Smooth voice!❤❤❤

[@leannlaplante3643]

It was a gigantic song here in the USA. Miss you Kenny.

[@dalemcmillan7231]

Another big hit for Kenny ❤

[@sandralorenz1796]

One of Kenny's best.

[@ianbennett1491]

Brilliant.🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@jaydj3601]

You should react to "Lady"

[@MerchantOfAlba]

On its way 😉💚

[@jaydj3601]

I grew up listening to him thanks to my parents. It brings back good memories. "You decorated my life" is another good one. Heck, they're all good!

[@tiendo6565]

yes....totally can relate to life also. always enjoy y'alls reaction...

[@JoeCruz-hs2yt]

theirs a movie about this song starring rogers, willie nelson and other known actors check it out !

[@GaryNoone-jz3mq]

I have known several gamblers in my time. Some made money, some didn't. But even when you make money, it's usually just a stake for the next game. A game where you may lose.

[@ed6720]

This is for Dominika, a throwback to the 70s, try some "Kenny Rogers and the First Edition" the song "Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In)" or maybe "Ruby" enjoy.

[@MrJohnw2454]

It was a 1980 movie staring Kenny.

[@merlepedigo3994]

You would love Coward of the County

[@MerchantOfAlba]

Reacted to it already. Please search in our videos 💚

[@TripletDad3]

An overlooked Kenny Rpgers song is Sweet Music Man. I think you both would like it.

[@jeffstewart7431]

I think there were actually 3 movies based on the character of “The Gambler”

[@tuffymoon3702]

I'm not bluffing when I say Gambling is fun when you win!

[@silverlobo2135]

You were basically right. From this song, a few movies series came from the popularity of this song, In the song, he is NOT the Gambler, but he was 'The Gambler' persona in the films series. He is a fellow poker player wanting to learn from a Top professional player. Blink and you miss that the Gambler died as he wanted, in his sleep. This is "The Gambler he broke even" part of the song.

[@angelskunk2206]

Plus, if you count your money at the table, everyone else knows how much you have and it reminds them of how much they’ve lost. Let them sit and think about it too much and you may not make it back home again.

[@AW11-e4h]

Risk it for a biscuit 🇺🇸🤘✌️

[@757optim]

RIP Kenny.

[@SeanBywaters-wc4rj]

I used to play online a few year ago. I was addicted. It was a legal game. I was pretty good. You spend real money to buy chips and then after I was $17K in the hole I stopped. I really appreciate your reactions. I check your channel almost every day. I appreciate you two. Clearly in love.

[@MerchantOfAlba]

Thank you for sharing and your kind words 😊💚

[@myrdozer]

You never count your money in front of people who might try to take it from you!

[@rodneymoyers647]

Also a great movie starting kenny rogers

[@tinamakaneole]

❤😊

[@danieldonovan6244]

A Life lesson, not just a gambling lesson.

[@kh2099-z5f]

Please do HOLDING ON TO YESTERDAY. By Ambrosia.

[@anthonydidonato7692]

Do. Lady by Kenny rogers

[@cristóbaljaramilloherrero]

JUST DROPPED IN ANOTHER GREAT SONG OF KENNY THERE´S A COVER BY JOHNNY CASH BEAUTIFUL FOR ME

[@johnlang1963]

Life lesson # 1

[@Studioustomcat9]

Kenny is my cousin😁

[@johnritter6864]

Always reminds my of the TV series Supernatural

[@patswanson2870]

Another Kenny Rogers song with a good story is Rueben James.

[@belkyhernandez8281]

The song is actually about life. And the gambler died in the darkness.

[@billspivey6919]

😁

[@munchausen8755]

If you haven't listened to him before, Marty Robbins is another great American Country & Western storyteller. I suggest Big Iron and El Paso. Listening to those songs is like watching a movie.

[@EricSmaug]

AS I GET OLDER I THINK IM THE OLD GUY SINGING THIS ONE

[@janetcameron4743]

Oddly, it reminds me of Dickens' "A Christmas Carol." ... A 'ghostly' visitation reminding him to live in the moment with intent... not get distracted by inconsequentials that we can't 'take with us.'

[@jeffspeedy11]

Scared money don't make money at the poker table...😂

[@PeregrineTravers]

Every hands a winner and every hands a loser. Even a General with the biggest army can still lose!

[@robertwhorton6560]

I really enjoy the version done on the muppet show. love your reactions try dan Fogelberg " leader of the band"

[@davecampbell3455]

No ma'am, you don't want to learn poker! There are too many highly skilled cheaters out there and you're too naive and sweet so you would be an easy target for them. Another fun video from the twoof you!

[@MerchantOfAlba]

Thank you 😊

[@gabreel8112]

you sit at the table and you're dealt in. The game is "Texas No Limit Hold'em". You have Ace 7 off suit and you're under the gun. Do you "hold'em or do you fold'em"?

[@modawg1111]

Kenny was a wonderful storyteller ! Since you guys love storytelling in music, check out The Charlie Daniels Band Live preforming “ The Devil Went Down To Georgia “ ! It’s awesome! 😉👍✌️🤙

[@cspringer333]

I know you reacted to Islands In The Stream lyrics but you should watch the live video (26M Views!). It's amazing! (cut and paste) KENNY ROGERS & DOLLY PARTON - ISLANDS IN THE STREAM - HQ Audio

[@MerchantOfAlba]

👍

[@bella-xp7qd]

When i go to the casino, i only take what i can afford. I think of it as entertainment, not an income. As you, i work too hard for my money to just throw it away.

[@loriloucks3738]

If you want to hear a great story song that will make you laugh try "a boy named sue" by the legend Johnny Cash.

[@treydog317]

Or “chicken in black” by Johnny cash

[@GaryCain-qf5vi]

Get ready to laugh 😂 Johnny is a GOAT! 😅 Gary😊 peace✌️

[@pattymckitrick7436]

❤❤ You should check out Kenny's song "Love Will Turn You Around" from the movie 6 pack.😊😊

[@hibraisil]

Watch him sing Lady.

[@LouRall-e2r]

I love your reactions but on this one you may have lost the point. Check the time stamp from about 4:15 to 4:55. The gambler says, "the best that you can hope for is to die in your sleep". In the next line the gambler puts out his cigarette and goes to sleep. Then in the darkness, he broke even, but in his final words I found an ace that I could keep". The Gambler died in his sleep right there on the train! Your facial expressions tell that you both got the point but with the three choruses of "know when to hold 'em" pushed it away from mind. Most don't make the connection the first few times through. I'm another 70 something hippie who just loves old music. See if you can find an early Kenny Rogers... With the First Addition. "I Just Dropped In To See What Condition My Condition Was In."

[@MerchantOfAlba]

Thank you for the info. Peace and love from Romania 💚

[@bigboycombo6342]

I only gambled once on my wedding day. My dad gave me 100.00 in silver dollars for slot machines and on my last 5.00 I hit the jackpot.

[@MerchantOfAlba]

Wow 💚

[@billpimentel-vm6cu]

Save your money ,especially these days Domika.

[@scrambler69-xk3kv]

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[@MerchantOfAlba]

Thank you. We'll add it to our list 😊

[@thomasripley1548]

People think poker is about lick, poker is a game of skill.not lick.. you play the person and learn how to read they're faces and reactions.... there are strategies and knowing the odds helps...

[@mugsmahoney]

KR does a great version, and obviously a huge hit. But on this one, I actually prefer the original version by the great Bobby Bare. Its bared down... without all the bells and whistles. I mean, KR didn't really change much in the way he sings it, but again.... just a matter of taste, I like the Bobby Bare 'bared down' ole skoool original version..... kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIHKgKGCmr95htk

[@stevedarragh]

Take this advice from me. Never play poker with a woman.

[@Teresaisall]

Gambler died in his sleep

[@JuandeFucaU]

I love Kenny but he definitely lost his gamble on that facelift he got.