First time Hearing | Neil Diamond - Sweet Caroline | REACTION

[@remyhocage9854]

You're right, Diamond does a great job building anticipation. Great song which is beloved around the world. Thanks.

[@AP-gb3eh]

He had so many hits , he was huge .Fantastic entertainment . He only stopped playing the last few years because of his health. ☮️

[@debbiecox3186]

Try the album Hot August Night

[@Dcs.234]

I just bought the dvd !!!!

[@ThistleAndSea]

Neil Diamond is the real deal. 🙂

[@randyjohnson6960]

There's a huge difference between hearing 🔊a song 🎵 & Listening 🦻🦻to a song 🎵

[@mamakat114]

Every 7th Inning Stretch at our beloved Fenway Park. "So Good, So Good, So Good"

[@flutesong5527]

Such a great performer, I've been a fan for 40 years

[@terri2494]

Probably at least 50 for me. ❤❤❤

[@rachaddle6581]

When I was a child in the 1970's, my mother absolutely loved Neil Diamond. I remember Burger King having a huge Neil Diamond poster in their restaurant when we sat and ate. My mom would say "there's Neil!". Soooooooo remember🤗

[@andrewcolicchio766]

In 1971 I bought my first 45rpm record. it was his no.1 hit "song sung blue"!

[@karenpowell6063]

Neil Diamond wrote this song as well as other hits

[@patticampana9458]

If you were in the bar at closing, everyone sang so good, so good, so good.😄

[@Unhyphenated]

Neil Diamond was the man and Sweet Caroline was possibly his greatest release.

[@nebidiaswift5200]

Now just experience it at a Red Sox home game and you will be there!! Every stadium has there 7th inning stretch tradition but nothing compares to Fenway rocking this with the whole stadium echoing it

[@dagmar.6954]

One of my favorite singer songwriters spanning many decades. I had so many of his records. He had tons of hit songs. "I Am, I Said", "Cherry, Cherry", "Kentucky Woman", "Red Red Wine", "Solitary Man", "Holly Holy", "Cracklin' Rosie", "Song Sung Blue", "Longfellow Serenade", "Forever In Blue Jeans", "You Don't Bring Me Flowers" etc. He wrote the song "I'm A Believer" which became a big hit for the Monkees in 1966. I was privileged to see him in concert twice. He was a great showman & his live performances were memorable.

[@Texashog11]

Brother Love’s Traveling Salvation Show, A Beautiful Noise, it’s a deep deep rabbit hole.

[@watchwmn]

Brother Loves Traveling Salvation Show 😄

[@CorbettMccommis-ey6tz]

I saw him 4xs live and he is a great singer and entertainer! When he sings.....he can roar like a lion! Such a powerful voice!

[@terri2494]

Watching this video I was wondering how to describe what he does with his voice in some places, such as “[reaching] out” and “I’ve [been inclined]”. I think it’s best described as a growl. And you’re right, he can also roar like a lion. I only got to see him twice in concert but I’m grateful for those memories.

[@cathybrookeburt2616]

I host Karaoke in a Pub in Michigan & this is a favorite because everyone loves to sing the chorus & when he sings 'Sweet Caroline' & the music goes bom bom bom, the people in the audience sing the words bom bom bom really loud. It makes it into a party song. Neil has some great music. I saw him in concert, probably 8-10 years after this. He was older & still great. Check out 'America', 'Holly Holy, 'Cherry, Cherry', 'I am I said' or' Cracklin' Rosie' to name a few.

[@lynnieiapichino1121]

☮️💙💙💙🔥🔥missing my Dad, his favorite!!🥲

[@l.t.6180]

One of music's best singer-songwriters and performers ever: 130 million albums sold, numerous awards, attendance records broken wherever he performed worldwide. And one of the most distinctive voices in pop/rock music. Great review! Not his best song, but one that took a whole new dimension when the whole world started singing along.

[@passqualecaiazza7728]

Love Neil

[@classicrocklady6288]

Any club, anywhere...fun sing-a-ling! Literally start sining it anywhere, and people will join in. Just fun!

[@mikeplott4817]

Great Reaction 👍🙏

[@TerryL421]

I've been a fan for more than 40 years. He's from Brooklyn and sang in the high school chorus with fellow student Barbra Streisand (someone else you should react to - she has a phenomenal voice). He writes all his own music. He has a lot of great songs including Cracklin' Rosie, Play Me, I Am I Said, Forever in Blue Jeans, Holly Holy, Beautiful Noise, Brother Love's Traveling Salvation Show, America, and You Don't Bring Me Flowers (his duet with Barbra Streisand).

[@donnaneville192]

Iconic song by Iconic singer. If you have ever watched a Boston Red Sox game it is ALWAYS played and has been adopted by many other teams/sports....even in Europe!

[@TheClonemenot]

That looks like his concert in England in 1971. I am I said, Brother Love's traveling Salvation Show, Holly Holy, Cracklin' Rose. The whole show is awesome.

[@pamscarr8696]

Neil was born in Brooklyn NY He is Jewish and like many Jews, he headed to the deep south during the Civil Rights were going on to defend the blacks of Mississippi. While he was there, someone invited him to go to a black tent revival. He wrote a song titled Brother Loves Traveling Salvation Show. Now suffering from Parkinson's, he can no longer sing, but in his day, he was a great song writer, singer and actor.

[@terri2494]

Also a great performer! “Brother Love’s Traveling Salvation Show” is great! 🔥🔥🔥

[@rhondadananay2106]

Nobody sits at a Neil Diamond concert. Everyone on their feet! He has control of the stage and everyone in the stadium!🔥❤️💎

[@jonmontgomery9412]

@@rhondadananay2106 nobody but nobody sits at a Diamond concert, correct!!

[@lisar.6670]

Neil Diamond is a legendary singer/songwriter from 1966 - 2017. He was a "hit making machine". I have seen him 22 times in concert .. all shows were in the PNWest @ the Key Arena in Seattle, WA. Neil's catalog of music is extensive. Any song from his "Hot August Night" Double LIVE album from 1972 is definitely a must do to get a real taste of his vocal range. This video was recorded live at the BBC in 1971. He put on a mini concert sorta speak. There are a few more tunes from this show that you could react to .. #Solitary Man .. #Holly Holy .. #I Am .. I Said .. #Brother Loves Traveling Salvation Show {Neil takes ya to church} and so on. Definitely MORE NEIL DIAMOND .. 60's .. 70's .. 80's .. studio versions before LIVE

[@terri2494]

You saw him in concert 22 times?!!! I’m so jealous! But I’m grateful to have attended two of his concerts. I agree with everything you said except for one thing. If I remember correctly it was watching this BBC show performance of “Brother Love’s . . .” that I was a little disappointed. Not with Neil, but with the polite British television studio audience. He didn’t get the energy from the audience that he usually does in his live performances. He was also still developing his confidence so without that feedback from the audience I think he held back a little. I’m not sure which live performance I would recommend. Definitely one from the seventies. I saw a video that actually showed some of the blurbs from critics on the “Hot August Night” album (the original from 1972). Some of them seemed to agree that those concerts were a game changer. In August he did ten sold out shows at the Greek Theater, the seventh of which was recorded for the album. Too bad they only recorded the audio, but even without the video you can tell what a great performer he was. His stage manager, Lee Holdridge, later said that Neil had been nervous and shy about performing prior to that. It was the first time he’d seen him confident on stage. That’s why I recommend a live version of “Brother Love’s . . .” from after August of 1972, but still in the seventies, before he’d sung it a thousand times. I don’t recommend the version from the “Hot August Night” album because he goes from “Soolaimon” directly into the middle of the song and you miss that great opening that starts slow and builds the momentum (“Hot August night and the leaves hanging down . . .”). And yes, studio versions before live!

[@terri2494]

I liked what you said about honest songs from men who were comfortable sharing their feelings about falling in love or being in love. I’ve seen other reaction videos where people made similar comments about men (singers) from the sixties and seventies being so open about their love for their wife or girlfriend or someone they loved from afar. I like the way you expressed that observation.

[@cosmiccowboy7764]

Bah bah bah , so good so good so good

[@maryannturton9830]

I have heard this song my whole life,and really love it,but at times it can really get overplayed.However,seeing this live performance of a younger Neil with his amazing voice,and hearing those glorious backup singers,has taken me right back to loving it once again!🎙🎶🤩

[@carolhayar3037]

Neil's "America" from "The Jazz Singer" (1980) -- great performance from the film.

[@patticampana9458]

He has soooo many good songs. Go down this rabbit hole. I think you'd like it! Good one✌️

[@phillip8443]

You hear it at the club because it is a song played at stadiums all across America but it is best known for it being played at Fenway in Boston

[@thomastimlin1724]

Diamond was an expert songwriter and a great entertsainer. I've loved all of his songs, but one that stands out for me is September Morn.

[@bentipler3424]

Brother Love!

[@teriwilkinson7816]

❤❤❤

[@commonsense6967]

I'm 72, and remember seeing Neil Diamond singing at our local teeny-bopper band/dance venue in S. FL when I was maybe 14 or 15?? And my friends' dad kept calling him "Joe Diamond", lol. Neil must've done a lot of little clubs in the 'mid-60's for him to get to our teenage-only-allowed-inside band showcase. Those were the days!

[@richschuster1097]

You really delve into these reactions. You’re obviously very musical and I appreciate the time and effort.

[@rhondadananay2106]

Sooooo many…Love on the Rocks,Play Me,Beautiful Noise,Travelin Salvation Show,on and on!

[@kkmart69]

Neil diamond is awesome see them twice great performer great songs I'm glad that you listen to him

[@stevedahlberg8680]

Fans of many generations loved him but in my growing up, women from multiple generations absolutely adored him. Beloved songwriter with a ton of great hits.

[@bella-xp7qd]

He has sold more than 130 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling musicians of all time. He has had ten No. 1 singles on the U.S. .Diamond attended New York University as a pre-med major on a fencing scholarship.

[@dacryptkeeper6836]

You've NEVER heard of Neil Diamond??? Try watching the movie "The Jazz Singer!"

[@LuckykidA]

Amen!!!

[@emerald1805]

But you should explain that Neil’s version is a remake of Jolson’s 1927 “JazzSinger”. Or he’ll be very confused. Jolson’s is still the best! It was the 1st movie with sound.

[@dacryptkeeper6836]

@@emerald1805 I doubt he's old enough to know it's a remake!

[@LuckykidA]

I honestly didn't know that, but I will now go watch it. Thanks!

[@crazycatlady319]

Yes! The Jazz Singer (1980) covers his absolute best songs. Love the story, too.

[@susanworkman529]

Listen to Neil Diamond and Barbra Streisand's duet of "You Don't Bring Me Flowers Anymire". It's a beautiful,, but sad lov song.

[@voidwraithprime8521]

I don't know a ton of Neil Diamond, but I like every Neil Diamond song I've ever heard, so...*shrug* Neil's the man.

[@tatushhimekuro]

My fave song is Song Sung Blue🎉🎉🎉🎉 Edit: your smile matched mine. His voice makes me feel warm❤

[@namarose1]

You need to see it it live concerts.

[@rhondadananay2106]

Saw him in concert every time he was in Chicago…including his 50th Anniversary concert that was cut short due to his diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease. Glad I didn’t know it would be his last. Miss this sexy genius so much!🔥❤️💎

[@rhondadananay2106]

Watch Neil with Sweet Caroline at the Greek Theater!

[@deborahburry8475]

Another great song to react to......

[@toniharris2143]

His play in on Broadway right now. It's called A Beautiful Noise

[@debigiroux1811]

Check out the Kennedy Center Honors when Smokey Robinson did this song as a tribute to Neil Diamond. It’s so good. People chant this song at certain parts. Red Sox Games, bars all sorts of places. It can be a fun song. Has some great songs people have listed below. “I am I said” is my favorite. 😊 Good reaction as usual. Peace

[@SassyIndian]

Nothing but a heartache by Neil Diamond from his Melody Road album (tons of great songs on this album).

[@charlesdavis7461]

You mention horns, I used to play the trumpet in 6th and 7th grade. I realized when The Clef was filled with sharps, flats and all, along with triple tonguing I realized I just would never be that good or even barely ok. When I went to 15 minute practice with the band director she would always asking "Are you practicing?" Of course I said yes but she could tell I hadn't because of the sound coming out. You miss a day or two and you lose your lip aperture till you play a couple of days. We had paid off the trumpet by then on payments anyway lol.

[@lisazaccardimeunier8378]

This song is played during the 7th inning stretch at every Red Sox home game. Neil Diamond sung it live at Fenway Park the first game after the Boston marathon bombing.

[@thadiusplug7666]

Who knew Love would be so........

[@paulastephens2968]

Fun fact he won an Oscar for his very first movie the jazz singer which is where America was played & done for.

[@FavoriteMovieDate]

Blows my mind that Neil and Barbra Streisand went to the same high school at the same time. He’s one of the greatest singer-songwriters ever and though I can’t stand her personally, Streisand has one of the best voices in the last 100 years.

[@rhondadananay2106]

This is played at baseball games,train stations,clubs…anywhere people gather…and everyone knows the words!

[@violetfemme411]

Man he was hot! Gorgeous eyes. No wonder my mom was such a fan 💜

[@barbarabahrdh67hall-nx4is]

I like your reaction. Try later versions of this song live ... It has become an anthem... Baa baat baa

[@cglenn1457]

"Cracklin' Rosie" is a ND BANGER

[@rebeccalipps23]

"Solitary Man" is my favorite from Neil. Do yourself the favor of watching the movie "The Jazz Singer". He is another iconic singer/songwriter who now has a Broadway musical covering his career & he has been honored by The Kennedy Center which can be found here on YT. I don't know why some sports teams have glommed onto this song, but it has been used in ads, too.

[@andrewcolicchio766]

this was dedicated to JFK'S DAUGHTER WHO HAD A FAMOUS POSE AT HER FATHERS FUNERAL. (SHE WAS AROUND 7 YRS OLD)

[@punkydoodle4774]

It was John John that had the famous pose. He saluted as his father passed by. He was three years old.

[@lindataggart9076]

stopping trying to be an expert on anything please.. this man is a treasure.. an icon of music...jam at at the club damn right..

[@MugnifyRTS]

Did I ever claim to? 😂

[@violetfemme411]

@ lindataggart9076 How rude! What did he say to give you that idea??

[@jay-remedy-plz]

Crooner is what they said.

[@rhondadananay2106]

Rumor is Neil as on the line to finish a song…he needed a three syllable girls name to finish the song. N his hotel,there was a magazine cover with Caroline Kennedy . That was the beginning of Sweet Caroline!

[@iowahooch]

This song is played at pro sports venues

[@donnaneville192]

You should react to music video America, it is a clip from the movie Jazz Singer.

[@Cape33914]

This song sounds so great when the crowd at a baseball game sings it. If you know you know.

[@larryclark4297]

This drive WOMAN crazy

[@jillk368]

Neil Diamond was almost 80 when he performed this for an audience of 200,000 people at Glastonbury. His voice wasn't quite all there by this point, but his backup singers, orchestra and audience carried the song. It's such a great performance, with Neil at his showman best. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWOqk4qJn8qqpbM Some of my favorite Neil Diamond songs: Heartlight (no one as far as I know has reacted to this, and it's a song he wrote about E.T. The Extra Terrestrial), Hello, Again, Love on the Rocks, Brother Love's Travelling Show, Solitary Man, America. He writes so beautifully, and his voice, when he was younger, was so deep and powerful. He's also a great showman. Check some of these out.

[@paulastephens2968]

He writes his own music. He is now sadly dealing with Parkinson’s disease he does not perform anymore.

[@westridgerunner]

Give Brother loves traveling salvation show a try and Stones 🙂

[@wearinganapron]

Check out "Brother Love's Traveling Salvation Show!"

[@OzzybinOswald]

This is the guy who tamed Barbara Streisand in the early South Park episodes.

[@jonpriest]

try brother loves traveling salvation show and i am i said by neil.

[@thadiusplug7666]

lmao you trying to comment and deny about love.........so cute

[@184.0]

People love that song :( thats the only conclusion i can come up with... Its whatever lol. 40 years of wondering wtf. Smh

[@davidlionheart2438]

You have my sympathy on your lack of taste.

[@184.0]

@@davidlionheart2438 bump bump bump. .gtfooh lol.