FIRST TIME HEARING UB40 - Red Red Wine REACTION | THE BEST REGGAE SONG?!

[@broadband01]

they are a british band,with british jamaican members they were from birmingham england

[@jenniferandrews1917]

Great song and reaction! I agree with ITCHY that their version of I CANT HELP FALLING IN LOVE WITH YOU is another great song. UB40 is a total vibe. This group is a great example of “Don’t judge the book by the cover.” White English and Welsh boys spitting reggae/calypso music, lol. Love it!!

[@itchyandred4131]

They do a killer cover of the Elvis Presley song can't help falling in love ❤️✌️

[@EllakGr]

What you call "rapping" is toasting. It can be talking rhythmically, but also often chanting in a monotone melody (like in 'Red Red Wine') by a reggae deejay over a rhythm or beat. Traditionally, the method of toasting originated from the griots of Caribbean calypso and mento traditions. The lyrics can either be improvised or pre-written. Toasting has been used in various African traditions, such as griots chanting over a drum beat, as well as in the United States and Jamaican music forms, such as ska, reggae, dancehall, and dub; it also exists in grime and hip hop coming out of the United Kingdom, which typically has a lot of Caribbean influence. Toasting is also often used in soca and bouyon music. The African American oral tradition of toasting, a mix of talking and chanting, influenced the development of MCing in US hip hop music. The combination of singing and toasting is known as singjaying: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toasting_(Jamaican_music)

[@antonycarter39]

Well said - good knowledge!

[@bobbyboko6317]

U Roy was the 🐐

[@antonycarter39]

@@bobbyboko6317 Billy Boyo or Sister Nancy were the goats!

[@rasyay]

Toasting is where rap originated

[@Ha-young_is_Just_Too_Fine]

UB40 Kingston Town is worth a listen also

[@christinestromberg4057]

Agreed, that's a good one.

[@Heartofagod671]

"Bring me your cup" is an ultimate favorite of mine... reggae is top notch here on my island of Guam.... bring me your cup..it will not disappoint....

[@TheFairyintheFishBowl]

Try “Homely Girl” , “Wear you to the Ball”, “Don’t break my heart” “Here I am”, “ Baby” , “Rat in my Kitchen” the list is endless! Reminds me of happier times in my not so happy childhood. ❤️

[@charlthompson1527]

Kingston town & Wear you to the ball my fav

[@thesunreport]

They did some other cool stuff like the Baggariddim album - kzbin.info/aero/PLP59Fs_hB7C3XMtIraGlTwD_KwLV5zG5H 🙂

[@H0110WM4N]

R.I.P Astro. Big fan of UB40 since being a kid, got to see them live they was unreal

[@jasonhendry8136]

This band is from Birmingham England, I went to school with Astros son

[@hahatoldyouso]

RIP Astro

[@hipNrip]

I’m Jamaican and this is my favorite reggae song on all time.

[@charlthompson1527]

Grew up with UB40, U2, Springsteen, to name a few, in the 80's. In my opinion, the 80's had the best music ever!

[@gpreactions3194]

Looking forward to this one and love your reactions. This great song was a cover of Neil Diamond's Red, red wine. The best UB40 song in my humble opinion is 'One in ten'.. I remember when you reacted to Grandmaster Flash The message, how you felt that it told a story, it gave you a narrative of the time it was written. Similarly if you listen to UB40's One in ten, you will get a feel for what life was like in the UK in 1980/81. xx

[@SirManfly]

Neil Diamond 💎 was a hit making machine in the 60’s and 70’s !!

[@liamwilliams6088]

The original is by Neil Diamond, This cover is by a British Band, UB40 The name "UB40" was selected in reference to an attendance card issued to people claiming unemployment benefits from the UK government Department of Employment.

[@EllakGr]

If you want another type of reggae, try 'Ghost Town' by The Specials. Definitely a vibe.

[@Taraonrepeat]

Ghost Town is one of my all time favorites!!

[@Koldobika8A]

Yeah , great song is ghost town! Always play it on Halloween night 👻👻👻

[@Bekka_Noyb]

ooh I 2nd this!

[@lotusblak]

Ska?

[@EllakGr]

@@lotusblak 'Ghost Town' is Two Tone reggae rock: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghost_Town_(Specials_song)

[@aheat3036]

Awesome creativity!… My favorite reggae song by far!

[@kimberleighlivingston9411]

This is an 80's jam

[@happymethehappyone8300]

Steel Pulse "Steppin' Out",, "Throne Of Gold" & "Tightrope"

[@Tr1k1e]

You really should check out some of their earlier stuff. One in Ten, King and Food for Thought are all great tracks

[@berniceanne4959]

Have seen this band several times over the years in different formats. They have lost some very talented band members since then, but there is no denying the fantastic sound of UB40. Can't wait until they arrive in Sydney in October. 🤞🇦🇨💕

[@jimgore1278]

One of my favourite memories is from 1990, sleeping on the floor of a hut in a village on the main island of Fiji - no power, no running water, etc. - and two guys walk past the hut with an old ghetto-blaster playing this song. That and the two horses that would eat outside of my hut every night farting constantly.

[@christinestromberg4057]

The video is good if you can get to see it. Those photos are not the band as they were when they recorded this one. They were very young. I loved this one back in the day and still do. I think a few people were surprised to know that this was a British band. The name UB40 comes from the name of the Unemployment Benefit form 40 people had to fill in to claim that benefit. :)

[@samoaforever6595]

Should react to UB40's other song called "Kingston Town" definitely a great song.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

Matisyahu "King Without A Crown",, "One Day",, "Chop 'Em Down" & "Sunshine"

[@escher9622]

When I was a teen, I was vacationing at a great resort (parents loved to spoil with luxuries on vacations) that played reggae from 10am-10pm live. I woke up on my 16th birthday to hearing this song being played live beneath the balcony. It started an amazing birthday!

[@sniitchBruh]

My favourites💯- • Where Did I Go Wrong • Bring Me Your Cup • Homely Girl • Tears From My Eyes • I’ll be on my way • Cherry Oh Baby • If It Happens Again

[@sharonholsapple]

Yeah!! Great song!! Brings back memories and you can't help but start moving to the beat!

[@patswanson2870]

.This song was written and released by Neil Diamond in 1967.

[@jackiesmith3684]

Recklezz you have said that right astro rip was brilliant on red red wine and Ali Campbell has a great voice and when UB40 were all still together in happier times the reggae vibe from there music was off the scales now in 2023 sadly astro rip is no longer with us there's now 2 bands robin Campbell with his band and UB40 ft Ali Campbell and Ali Campbell was lead vocals from the start and since losing our beloved astro rip Ali Campbell voice is still the same and to a lot of fans Ali Campbell will always be the voice of UB40

[@illustriousillusion2154]

That vibe at the end that dude comes in wit is called dancehall style of reggae which is arguably the biggings of rap. Check out u roy natty don't fear or yellow man mr. Chin or two to six super mix or u brown let love shine along the way. All of them are classic dancehall styleee ✌️❤️

[@illustriousillusion2154]

The last one i would suggest first though swag and ferocity my guy. You can't go wrong 💪🏼😂

[@patrickfreitas3549]

Been following you since you started the channel Recklezz. Stoked that you are finally reacting to reggae. As its been said, Bob Marley "brought the 3rd world to the 1st world" by being the messiah of reggae. But reggae existed before and after Bob. Many different styles and so many different talented artists. Here's 5 artists that represent different styles and different eras and different parts of the globe. 1) Mortimer (Jamaican), song "Lightning" 2) Lucky Dube (South African), live version of song "Its Not Easy" 3) Matisyahu (American), live acoustic version of "One Day/No Woman No Cry" medley 4) Justin Wellington (Papua New Guinean), song "In Love With U 5) The Green (Hawaiian), song "All I Need" This is just the tip of the reggae iceberg. I could easily list 100 more.

[@donalucino7401]

Thats a great list! as another reggae fan, im interested as to your thoughts on the newer reggae, (IE: Stick figure or 10ft ganja plant)

[@christinahilt2978]

This song takes me back to hanging out with my friends in the summers between high school and college. Good times.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

Third World "Now That We Found Love" & "Sense Of Purpose"

[@casp11]

Another epic band to come from Birmingham 🙌🏻. Love your reactions much love Birmingham UK.

[@timberwolf5211]

You need to fall down this rabbithole! I've been blessed to see these guys 3 or 4 times over the years, the last one was a couple of months ago at the O2 London, as a tribute to Astro. RIP.

[@neilhalley8897]

Brings back memories.

[@neilhalley8897]

Toots is a Jamaican reggae singer and the best I've ever seen. One of our best was The Beat

[@shaneptc23]

I can smell the school hallways and house parties in like 89/90 with lots of Drakkar, Polo and Cool Water to burn eyes. haha

[@alfredkar]

Astro passed away recently alas...RIP. Huge ub40 fan. Lots of great tunes.

[@razorblade220]

saw them in Lindsay, Ontario, Canada 1991 at College concert

[@coolies2002]

Try Peter Tosh, Legalize It. Great song and definitely Jamaican.

[@Taraonrepeat]

Great reaction! I’ve always loved this song! Someone else recommended Ghost Town by The Specials and I totally second that recommendation! One of my favorite songs. Also around this time there was a song called Pass The Dutchie by Musical Youth… you gotta listen to this song!

[@ivanbrowne3265]

Pass the Dutchy!

[@fatboy5926]

No debate - best UB40 song is “The Way You Do The Things You Do” a cover of The Temptations. It’s the best UB40 song no contest

[@TheFairyintheFishBowl]

Love that one!!’

[@samoaforever6595]

That's a great hit but I think it depends on the vibe of the situation the song of UB40 is great at, then again, all UB40 songs are just...damn too good.

[@marknegrete6413]

You would probably like " I got you babe " sung by Chrissy Hyde of The pretenders and the lead singer of this band

[@darrenbuckley2082]

UB40 was the card you took down the Unemployment benefit office to sign on to get your benefits, also got you money off tickets for their concerts, some great tracks about, King, One in ten, Earth dies screaming, to name a few, great reaction, cheers.

[@sabinasabina2010]

R.I.P Astro and Brian, both died the end of last year a few months apart.

[@openmicporter]

mannnn yall have to do ub40 - kingston town , beautifulll

[@keithboyd9582]

Also check out their remake of the Elvis hit Can't Help Falling In Love With You.

[@MegaTanielu]

Me and the boys would walk to school singing this awesome song fond memories

[@Gordonroyce]

You need hear UB40 with Afrika Bambataa the song "Reckless". Played in all night clubs here in Brasil in 80's.

[@fridaylong2812]

This is my favorite version of this song. When it comes on in the car, people in cars next to me look at me like I'm nuts. It's impossible to hold still when this song is on.

[@sarablack2547]

love some ub40 always makes me think of summers in the 80's.if you want more astro then do rat in mi kitchen.other songs. 1 in 10 food for thought kingston town cherry oh baby sing our own song many rivers to cross

[@ginblanco6648]

Wear you to the ball and can’t help fallin in love are two of my faves from this amazing band and well worth checking out, great reaction guys and thanks a lot for reacting to the extended version

[@OkcBK]

UB40 did not realize that Neil Diamond was the original singer/composer of the song - they were only familiar w Tony Tribe’s version and covered it.

[@tysanpagz4311]

Yooooo you guys opened up a whole world of reggae music. Try check out some Rebelution, Iration, Natural Vibrations, The Green Band

[@Music-Is-Real-Love]

I would like to thank the Reactors of this Channel.. from the bottom of my heart. What you posted (With the Rap)..is the regular one. Radio Stations just didn't play it often.. due to time restraints in programming. You are officially the only reviewers on KZbin..to post the FULL song. This Version.. is the way it was written. Any other form back then.. was only a Radio Edit.

[@kennewton6306]

Can't help falling in love UB40

[@jillgehrke7262]

Thank you for listening to the entire song!!

[@uncle_rick333]

“The way you do the things you do” by ub40 is dope!!

[@bigcgr9758]

Damn it's about time someone reacts to this song , for some reason I've always liked this song since I was a little kid in the 80's .

[@lukecantwell7271]

Love for ye to check out The Specials. Ghost town, Gangsters or A message for you Rudy are all classics. Love your channel man 🇮🇪

[@beograd07]

fun fact. Name UB40 they took their name from the British Unemployment Benefits card or form No 40 as they have been all unemployed at the time they formed the band.

[@bedtundy22]

RED RED WINEEEEEE

[@Jayla-dj2gj]

One of the best concerts I've been to was UB40. Huge band on stage and the whole audience smoking weed and not one cop or security bothered anyone.

[@carlrowland3757]

Homely girl is one of their best songs by far

[@sal1moutlaw746]

alot of good party drinking memories in my late teens early 20s to this song lol

[@wubcow743]

You should listen to The Clash, some great variations of reggae incorporated with punk

[@Music-Is-Real-Love]

This song was not written.. by anyone of Jamacian heritage. I was shocked this year to find ..it was written by an American . Neil Diamond wrote this song.

[@blockysplacocker]

I preferred it without the rapping. I certianly dont remember it when it first came out out around '83 with rapping on it, i dont think the radio ever played it that way back then, but i dunno for certain, was a long time ago now, still a great song though and band.

[@thomasbeauchemin1298]

These guys do mad covers and some of them are banging!! Do the official video for "Can't help falling in love" by them!! Imo their version is superior to the Elvis version!!!

[@sal1moutlaw746]

if your talking ub40 u gotta react to Cover Up or Many Rivers to Cross. cheers from NZ.

[@elimendoza820]

Gotta do welcome to jam rock by Damien Marley u gonna mess with it

[@jonathonwichel123]

If you want to listen to true, deep roots reggae, listen to some black uhuru, the bass in reggae is super important

[@issavibez394]

anthony b and lucky dube, sizzla, capleton l, don carlos, bunny wailer, Alpha blondy

[@jeanettebarker919]

The most famous UB40 song but not the best for me. 'The Earth Dies Screaming' and 'Don't Break My Heart' are much better imo.

[@TheFairyintheFishBowl]

Don’t break my heart!! Yes! ❤️

[@stud105]

Food for Thought, goes well with your selection.

[@eemeli1744]

I agree, but I like My Way Of Thinking even more than any of those, I especially like the 12" version

[@anthonygeurtsen7143]

UB40 stands for Unemployment Benefits form 40. Its the form folks used to have to fill out back in the day to receive benefits. Neil Diamond wrote this song. And he has said that he likes this version better than his original.

[@barbarapennell9717]

Try The Specials another reggae band from England

[@damonhines8187]

Check out Jimmy Cliff, 'The Harder They Come', 'Pressure Drop' by Toots and the Maytals, 'Solidarity' by Black Uhuru, Peter Tosh, 'Legalize It.' And more Marley, Bob's the GOAT. Enjoy it all.

[@mondorubio1552]

Ub40 da best!!!!!

[@acebongboy]

Bit of trivia -- the band was named for the UB40, a form to claim unemployment benefits in the United Kingdom.

[@danv9872]

Great song

[@markbryant4932]

Many people may not know this was originally written by Neil Diamond as a country sounding song

[@danblake8362]

Do more ub40 please look at wicked tune grooving the best band ever

[@sabinasabina2010]

UB40 where a much more conscious band than this- this song was ok but they have some songs that really have a strong message, especially when they first came on the scene. For you Americans listen to 'Tyler' (about Gary Tyler who was jailed in 1974 in Louisiana when he was 16 years old) or 'King' (referring to Dr Martin Luther King Junior) but I have to recommend 'One in 10' as my favourite

[@franckmedina3346]

JOURNEY REGGAE😁

[@nashcatgina9473]

Black Tuesday by Nasio Fontaine one love from Africa 🇰🇪

[@brenthowell6148]

Hey Reckless, you'll enjoy their cover of Elvis Presley's song Falling In Love With You. UB40 does a awesome job! It's Fire!✌️

[@phillipgregory6975]

need to see Bob Marley live. Lively up yourself by Bob Marley at Rainbow theater.

[@Alithia451]

UB40 covered Elvis: Can't help falling in love with you. Check out: Laid back - Sunshine reggae

[@vicky00023]

Check out labour's of love two homly girl , the whole album is great

[@h.c4898]

This one and their second albums are their bests. Their covers are pretty lit. Just the way they've rearranged it to sound it original was always their strengths. They're from England lol not jamaica, apart from Astro (the afro guy, RIP by the way). RnB you have "soul" , in reggae you have "reggae love" genre. Eddie Lovett gets into that category. Check out his covers they are pretty lit. "Kingston town" in their second albums is my go to when I listen to them. "Rapping" in the reggae context is called "scatting" I think. Anywho, UB40 is a household name in the islands. Reggae is the island go-to genre of music. 🙂 I'm an islander myself. You have also African reggae which is more tribal. Alpha blondie is one household name in that part of the world.

[@Dj510rich]

‘One in ten’ UB40

[@arsenalmanic]

That's the voice of ALI CAMPBELL, the lead singer. He's actually white. What a classic tune !

[@logiqzz1455]

Classic!

[@Bekka_Noyb]

If you wanna hear something more political with ska/reggae, check out Rancid - Live Won't Wait

[@SamoanObsidian]

Ali Campbell is the lead vocalist and toasting (in what you and I would think sounds like rapping). He the white dude. Fire reaction guys

[@OkcBK]

Astro does the toasting

[@EVERLYNFRIENDS]

Great reaction as always!

[@TILOAKINFELEYE]

The beat is really good

[@pOLYkNOCK]

Do a reaction of Rocket Easy by Rudemon. It’s Polynesian reggae better known as Poly Reggae.

[@briromo80]

Y'all gotta try UB40 - Good Situation

[@dustinstorey9513]

Know'm sayin lol watch yall all the time!

[@emcee8038]

Bob Marley has the exact same song and it sounds exactly the same, it’s crazy