PRIMUS - AMERICAN LIFE | REACTION

[@ScienceFoundation]

Why is it so important to white people that black people think our stuff is cool?

[@jamelakajamal]

Maybe People are trying to help unite us, you ever think about that?? And PRIMUS isn’t cool, PRIMUS SUCKS 🤘🏾

[@kennyl9419]

Maybe because they find it cool...Music is everyone's stuff!!!

[@linusfotograf]

ScienceFoundation Because most of us don’t like animosity between peoples. It’s better to seek out what unites us than what makes us different.

[@plexus]

I like J’s answer a lot... but I think it’s also that white people have come to understand that black people have this sort of natural, innate sense of “cool”... are basically born with swag. And ever since the 90s and hip hop has grown into the mainstream, black culture and black people have become the sort of “curators of cool” and what’s cool in culture in general. Lol... Am I thinking too much into this rhetorical question? Or Am I right on the money? Lol... maybe a little of column A and a little of column B. Also, what J said makes sense too.

[@stevenl3265]

Jamel_AKA_Jamal Hey man. Listen to Primus - Mr Knowitall Primus fucking sucks 🔥🔥🔥

[@skateordielaughing8753]

The lyrics to almost every Primus song tell a story. This is one of the best. First a young boy and his mother head to America after his father died, he sees the sattue of liberty and believes he will have a better life in America. The second verse is Omg a refugee from Laos, he works in a factory where he solders electronics, "the smoke from the flux" fills his lungs, essentially giving him a slow death, he spends his spare time on San Pablo ave, and once a week "gets a woman for the night" basically he gets a hooker and he "writes home tales of prosperity" despite his job killing him and spending money on hookers he tells everyone back home how great American Life is. You pretty much got the third verse, bob is a veteran, homeless with a dog picking up cans for money. The one word you missed was he plays a little "guit" just short for guitar, but unlike the first two, if you listen, Les says he was "born" into American Life. Really powerful statement. Les had books and books of lyrics before he ever wrote the music, not only is he an amazing bass player, but he's a real poet, "my name is mud" is written in iambic pentameter, the same as the raven by Edgar Allen Poe.

[@edostork8121]

The reference to Ellis Island is also nice as this was the place where many immigrants were processed as they came in by ship into the US.

[@wackyruss]

Les Claypool is an American treasure. You nailed it with this assessment. I'd be a wealthy man if I had a dime for all the things Claypool taught to me! He has moved my very soul with his slap bass stylings.

[@If6turnsouttobe9]

Wow thats interesting I'll pay more attn to the lyrics perhaps.

[@joeldukes303]

Storyteller supreme. No question. Love Les, Ler and whoever is behind the skin kit. Herb, Brain or Jay. Respect.

[@jimcarter7742]

It hooked me because so many of their popular songs at the time were a little silly. This one is dead serious. And that groove is just SICK!

[@Misogiii]

I always loved how Primus is this goofy tongue in cheek sort of band, but they have more than a few songs that get more real than 80% of artists ever will. Check out To Defy The Laws of Tradition, I think Les says some things that will probably never change

[@chipedt]

I love this summation. Primus has been my favorite band since 1993 and this is a huge part of it

[@gregawallace]

So right, they don’t take themselves too seriously often but when they get real they hit home hard.

[@louisskulnik7390]

They really aren’t that goofy. Many of his lyrics are downright dark.

[@gagetaylor192]

@@louisskulnik7390 Primus is kinda like goofy dark humor. The lyrics can be dark but they're executed in a goofy way.

[@tobiashoyden2644]

Jesus I was 20 when this came out I'm almost in tears listening to this So much fun being a fan of these guys I love that YOU love them Southbound Pachyderm is the truth

[@chadcarrdrums]

Scratches neck..."I need the bass" lmfao 😂

[@livedandletdie]

He channeled his inner Tyrone Biggums.

[@brandoncrow3741]

"I don't know if you know this Joe Rogan...I smoke rocks!" 🤣

[@gamam5969]

Jajaja cool!

[@oneDonly]

On point bro. Les is like pac with a smile after everything he points out. The fact that you stopped to read those lyrics is awesome. You right on.

[@jamelakajamal]

👍🏾

[@Jesse93z]

Tim "herb" Alexander....Larry Lalonde and Mr. Claypool.......so good

[@stephenpriola4301]

Jesse93z and tim Alexander, one of the overlooked drummer, well the well the whole band and they are excellent! Under the rad .....

[@Adzakorrahn]

That's Herb, Herb the Ginsing Drummer!

[@cloudshad0ws]

Their drummer from 1996 on, Bryan "Brain" Mantia is also super talented.

[@samgibson6287]

@@cloudshad0ws don't forget Jay!

[@maxh9579]

Brain is a great drummer too

[@thirdeyeopener83]

Watching your reactions are probably the closest I'll ever get to hearing all this stuff for the first time again. Not sure if you're into Underground Hip-Hop, but I'd love to see you dig into some Aesop Rock.

[@josefort6112]

And Atmosphere!

[@JohnWalker-sn9fq]

Throw Busdriver on that list.

[@WarrenLeggatt]

Yes Aesop is next level stuff

[@groverXIII]

Add my vote for Aes and his assorted projects... especially Hail Mary Mallon. Rob Sonic is one of the few rappers out there who can hold his own as far as Aesop's esoteric lyrics and style go.

[@hoptopiah978]

I third Aesop Rock... Ruby 81' Blood Sandwich Get Out Of The Car

[@kirtfulcher6288]

When Les is not feeling lazy, he plays that bassline w/o a delay... he is actually imitating a delay pedal and it's insane.

[@V3xxe]

I don't know if I've ever seen him play it with a delay pedal, unless that's a more recent thing.

[@colonelpuff7352]

Glad you enjoyed this one! you gotta do "Southbound Pachyderm", "Over the Electric Grapevine", and "Professor Nutbutter's House Of Treats" next! And then some good ol' early Primus stuff "Sausage - Riddles Are Abound Tonight"

[@hydrocutty]

Over the electric grapevine is one of my favorites!

[@colonelpuff7352]

@@hydrocutty it's crazy when people talk about Primus songs and "Over The Electric Grapevine" never gets brought up. It's insane to me.

[@Laughingat]

Del Davis tree farm is another rarity.

[@toneloc203]

Dude I loved watching you have the exact look on your face that I do when I listen to these guys. Primus is one of the most amazing bands, deep deep lirycs and I like you noticed the delivery. He is a genius dude you are so right!

[@CompanyMega]

This is a classic. You should do DMV next 🙏🏻

[@victorcoburn2791]

I had DMV playing in my head last time I renewed my DL 😆🚬

[@BricktowneMedia]

just pausing here, around the 2 minute mark, and i just wanted to say that im really loving your discovery of and enthusiasm for Primus. You totally get it man, they are addicting. So incredibly unique and layered with nuance.

[@jamelakajamal]

👍🏾

[@therealbassun89]

Thank you for appreciating THE BASS !! Love your reactions to Primus:)

[@WarrenLeggatt]

This album have been part of my life for nearly 30 years...... and I still love it as much today as when I first heard it. Masterpiece.

[@josephcarl4167]

24 my darn self

[@t.rexsymonds7969]

‘Many will try!’ Great video, your wit and enthusiasm are refreshing!

[@williamgumeson9735]

Hi Jamal! I'm so glad you discovered this track. It's one of the most powerful primus songs I've ever heard and I've been listening to them since 1989. Les is the reason I've played bass for 27 years. His story telling is second to none. And he's a brilliant musician not to take away from the rest of the band.

[@philrobichaud3063]

"Sailing the seas of cheese" is my favorite Primus album - so many great tracks

[@CornDogByers]

I feel this song on a personal level. The beginning bass part is my alarm clock tone, so every day has started with this. It's been that way for roughly 3 years.

[@Sir_Blobfish]

24 Loving your devotion to Primus... could you be ready for The Mars Volta?

[@Erik_Dalton]

Dude, your reactions to primus are amazing. I have been a huge fan for years now and its great to see a pair of fresh ears just loving it. You should check out the claypool lennon delirium, the song Mr. Wright or Ohmerica.

[@planetofthewattsmadrid1490]

Yo man I love seeing you smile everytime a Primus track starts and you hear that crazy Claypool bass. Brings warmth to my heart and tells me that you genuinelly love them already bruh.

[@elicupp2333]

I'm loving this so much. Please get to Kalamazoo.

[@BillyBong]

Something from the Brown Album

[@garretthaynes8814]

I love the sludgy sound of the bass on the Brown Album.

[@Castlefreaky1]

Brown album love.

[@roycetheripper5842]

Fuck dudeeee I forgot about Kalamazoo

[@adamandava6emeryandemery18]

My favorite Primus album. Listened to the CD so much in junior high I wore it out. Had to get a 2nd one. This song was trippy b4 I even knew what trippy was. Good pick!!

[@ATthemusician]

It's a hard pick for me, they're just straight up my favorite band haha. I love how dark pork soda is, but I really dig the psychedelic weirdness of tales from the punchbowl, and the dirty folk vibe from brown album. Seas of cheese is definitely their cleanest, most streamline album for sure.

[@antiXIII]

Same. Wore out the cassette😬

[@caseycarlson8464]

Huge Primus fan and I love this guy’s reaction videos!!!

[@justinkline1294]

Hells yeah, so good to witness you discover one of the the truly great modern musicians, and one of recent history's greatest bands. Les is a true virtuoso on his instrument of choice. And we all need that bass. All of us. Welcome.

[@jerryobrien5944]

Excellent pick...I heard Primus 1st in '91 and got a truck in '97, Primus ran my life and you get what you get from it I believe 👍. Thanks for your time😎. My uncle is 55 he digs it his son is 20 he slams to it. Thx again.

[@SteefPip]

So glad to see you get at this one, this is one of my favorite Primus songs from hands down my favorite Primus album. "Plays a little guit" is what you stumbled on, guit being short for guitar.

[@hollysmith9979]

Jamel....I'm so impressed that you are really enjoying Primus and understanding Les with his lyrics...thanks Brother❤

[@justinkline1294]

Hah, I've listened to this song on the regular for decades and never picked up on the veteran's angle. Super refreshing to see, and, again, a pleasure to witness your obvious appreciation for the substance of Les's work. So thank you.

[@djofortunato5799]

This track features some of Herb and Larry's finest work. The reverb in the production on his voice and the percussive drums is so evocative. So glad you dig their unique sound.

[@cowsdotricks]

One of the first things I did to get back to living my life after loosing my Pops, was seeing Kobe play his last game @ the Rose Garden 2016 - reflecting on what happened, it is clear Kobe's inspiration runs deep world wide. I say let us take his example, live to your fullest potential. Have a vision, a goal, put in the work, don't let the naysayers get in your head. Forget plan b, ( safety net ) Go all out with plan A. Be calm and calculated. What needs arise will be met when you discipline yourself. Love to Kobe, all fans, and especially the families who are hurting.

[@bigboycombo6342]

"Hamburger Train" nuff said

[@CreativeWarrior-]

You're the guy from the Hamburger Train, right???

[@sacramento60]

I love Hamburger Trian but not sure it would work out for a reaction video.

[@CreativeWarrior-]

@@sacramento60 It's a great instrumental in 6/4 time. Jamel will love it!

[@Silks]

My dad heard me playing that track back in the late 90s. He was in his mid 50s at the time. He fell in love with it and played it repeatedly while using the family computer. I thought of all the Primus tracks, how in the hell does a guy who grew up with 50s rock n roll dig Hamburger Train >

[@eze1789]

Watch "to defy the laws of tradition - radio live" !!!

[@eze1789]

pleeease

[@chrisbryz1652]

Yesss

[@chrisbryz1652]

Watch the live radio edit one of my fav songs

[@Magumba_State]

YESS RADIO EDIT!!

[@Castlefreaky1]

Yes! Amazing video!

[@johngillette3752]

Hey man welcome to Primus, deeper than you thought, better than you you realised!

[@43captrexkramer]

I know there are a lot of talented musicians who play and sing, but the crazy complex bass lines he comes up with and sings to are outlandish. I've seen them several times and they never disappoint.

[@ChrisFEJackson]

you really cheer me up with your expressive descriptions and you are quite infectious. Keep going bro just love watching your take on aspects of all the music you listen to, it's like a rewind for me cuz I sort of felt the same about 30 years ago, but I could not have put it as apt as you. Cheers man & peace too, GB ya!

[@williamjohnson1264]

New highs and new depths for primus music! thumbs up man!!

[@salepavlicic2026]

I'm happy for you because you discovered one of the BAND!!!!.........Primus discovered something so unique that you can even imitate......they are one of the kind!!!!

[@LMike2004]

What a bass lead in....! I am starting to listen to some Primus now...

[@paullucero4891]

Been watching your Primus videos consecutively as you release them. I love seeing you going down the Primus hole man, once you start you can't stop! A few suggestions Hoinfodaman, Nature Boy, DMV, and, Mary the Ice Cube

[@andreshernandez1180]

This is one hypnotic song, I used to listen to it obsessively when it first came out. Crazy days.

[@snakeplissken4622]

I appreciate this guy is open to suggestions of others and enjoys the music and recognizes talent.

[@williamsaling9648]

Love this bass line . Cant wait to see your reaction.

[@issacsteakin9204]

My first ever concert ever was seeing primus. Was an amazing experience!!!

[@billymckiel7908]

Primus is one of my favorite bands! Glad you enjoy them also i would really really appreciate if you did a reaction video to here they come by primus you wont regret it!!

[@M2Mil7er]

this is one of my favourite Primus songs. Thanks, J!

[@DIMEZELMOZFIRE]

Love me some Primus, & you do a good job reacting to them and other metall/querky bands... keep up the good work man. Greetings from Norway....🤘😁

[@gbjr1978]

You said it perfectly man. Their sound is ADDICTING! Been listening to Primus since I was 11 and love ever single album!

[@kawoodworks8559]

Your "fans" have great taste in music and the fact that you appreciate it lends credit, much credit! Had many of head tripping nights with PRIMUS in the drivers seat!

[@davrogrz4542]

This is my favorite Primus song.

[@damiendaniels2177]

THE perfect bass jam session riff. Name another one that rocked that hard throughtout an ENTIRE SONG and banged that hard? One long bad ass jam session. They were so on point together. Btw, bruh, I was vibin so hard on the same vibe you were on. This song is truly awesome and its like that for me EVERY time I hear it. And thats like 3 or 4 times a week. Fr. Les Claypool is on a whole different level when it come to bass. Hella good reaction video. Im subscribing.

[@FreakishPower]

Happy AF to find a new Primus fan. Cheers

[@donaldlamendola1392]

Primus is one of those bands that you either love them or hate them, there is no in between. Welcome to the Primus family bro, this is great and trippy rabbit hole you've got yourself into, but one you won't be disappointed in.

[@rexk1962]

Some serious sounds from a complete band with awesome bass and lead guitar and savage drums.....

[@Rubidoux949]

It's awesome to watch someone get into Primus for the first time. Thank you for letting me watch your journey. You should check out Colonel Claypool's Bucket of Bernie Brains - Buckethead. It's the bass player from Primus with Buckethead, Bernie Worrell from Parliament Funkadelic and Primus's drummer Brain with several other amazing artists such as Gabby La La and Skerik.

[@erikfrankfurt4650]

I like that you feel with the guitar. Most people pass up listening to Larry and Tim because the bass is up front and so impressive.

[@TheLucas2696]

Jamal, I recently started watching your videos. Your reactions are very genuine and spot on lol. I hope you could do a reaction of some Drive-By Truckers songs. Putting People on the Moon or Plastic Flowers on the Highway would be my first suggestions!

[@kathyharze4308]

Deep meaningful words Iiked the way it started slow and those drums throughout

[@joehynes5452]

This is soooo Fantastic live!!!! My favorite Primus Album!!

[@linusfotograf]

Reed Mullin, drummer of Corrosion of Conformity just died. Please do a few of their songs. RIP

[@JasonPizzolato]

WTF? Man, that sucks. First I'm hearing of it. My friend Jimmy (Bower) sat in for Reed many years ago on a tour or two. I didn't know Reed, but lots of buds of mine had nothing but great things to say about him. He was a real original, goin' wayyy back. Jamel oughta give 'Animosity' a spin. RIP Reed...

[@Mike_Jones1980]

Albatross!

[@danielkinn782]

Wow that sucks! One of my fav bands as a kid

[@danielkinn782]

@Jeff Fowler Clean My Wounds!!

[@danielkinn782]

@Jeff Fowler shit that whole album is killer.

[@chinito398]

One of my favorite basslines ever... love this song

[@ScootLoops616]

This song makes me want to walk around with a confident stomp

[@Kevin-dn8qe]

Haha! Right?! I LOVE that stomp!

[@bigpoppasmurf]

Should watch how les claypool played in his early days. He would stomp around the stage !

[@ConspiracyRevolution]

he's singing and playing bass AT THE SAME TIME!

[@danielkinn782]

He is?

[@kirtfulcher6288]

@@danielkinn782 Yes, not only is he singing and playing bass, the bass lick is done in a way that it actually sounds like an echo/delay, but its all Les.

[@danielkinn782]

@@kirtfulcher6288 Dude I was kidding/sarcastic. I'm actually friends with Les.....😝

[@jaffetsanz9254]

He sucks on that

[@kirtfulcher6288]

@@jaffetsanz9254 Primus Sucks!

[@BrianOlmstead]

I think its wonderful that people are discovering such awesome music that I was exposed to sometime ...15 years ago

[@moe92870]

I had this cassette... your reaction took me back to my teenie bopper years thanks

[@itzsyfan]

Would love to see you do their song "Pork Soda"! The lyrics and bass in that song are... truly something else

[@97Leydens]

Watching him play this song is amazing. It's like he's playing 2 basses at the same time

[@GregDaniel78]

How can Les Claypool make one instrument sound so sinister AND so ridiculously hilarious at the same time?

[@Lord_Verminaard]

These lyrics hit HARD. The last two times I have seen them live they have opened with Too many Puppies followed by American Life.

[@sasquatchincognito6048]

the album that this song is from is "Sailing the Seas of cheese" I believe their 2nd Album and the best place to start if want to get in to primus

[@aldenwilkins]

I saw them live for the first time on this album, opening for Rush. Such an amazing show.

[@gnotorious]

Third album: 1. Suck on This 2. Frizzle Fry 3. Sailing the Seas of Cheese ...

[@nelsonvontitfuk1471]

In my opinion, pork soda is the best. Then frizzle fry and sea of cheese are basically tied, but I’d give the slight edge to frizzle fry.

[@poolplexer]

Third album

[@CompanyMega]

Is It Luck? Is another great song on this album too

[@andreshernandez1180]

My socks and shoes always match... Is it luck?

[@ATthemusician]

Well I can play my bass for you 😏

[@Silks]

@@ATthemusician I feel like this comment thread should be much longer by now lol

[@DaBoogalou]

You should check out one of his lesser known songs Bob's party time Lounge. This song will make you feel like you were actually there, it does such a good job painting the picture of a lit party

[@joelpayan6757]

I agree! Love that song

[@oneDonly]

Good song. Very danceable.

[@roycetheripper5842]

My go to song I put on at a party when I get a chance to take over the music

[@V3xxe]

I love that. The bass is INSANE in that one!

[@TurkeyBaconSandwich9er]

Best song off the Brown Album.

[@christopherj5780]

Love your humanity, i try to remember really cool songs from way back when. The band is Fun the song is We are Young hope you will react to this one

[@Zizie_sc]

PRIMUS needs a comeback on your channel! PRIMUS live at pachyderm Station. Some amazing stuff and a whole different side of Les, as far as performing goes.

[@kingpizzle7]

One of the greatest aspects of Primus is how the music instructs the crowd how to react. Some songs are for stomping, some are for moshing, some for jumping and some for just watching.. Truly an amazing show experience. Keep searching and feeling all these universal sounds yoooo!!

[@Noledann]

Yes! Thank you for reacting to this one. It's the one song that got me hooked on them. Keep the videos rolling, you are doing a wonderful job. PRIMUS SUCKS!!

[@MrVolksbeetle]

This was one of the first Primus songs I ever heard... Back in 94-95. Nearly 30 years later, I have every album, nearly every side project. Primus is my favorite of all time bands and Claypool is a legend second to absolutely none.

[@jacobbevis6638]

Those damned blue collar tweekers is my favourite. Keep rockin

[@ronponce8238]

Happy b-day to me :-) Just watched my favorite movie (Empire strikes back) and then this pops up. One of my favorite bands. More Primus and RUSH please

[@rogerwilco4283]

I have had the privilege of seeing this band live 5 times, they were amazing every time. Check out Primus with bucket head on guitar.

[@Magumba_State]

What a treat, some primus in the AM!

[@StygianBlood]

Of everything they've done this has got to be the absolute sickest baseline claypool has ever played

[@thatfunk1229]

Watch the Hallucino Genetics DVD! It's Primus live at their best! Guaranteed you will dig it!

[@pabloscobar958]

I hope he does that version of Southbound Pachyderm.. it's way better than the album version!

[@tiges1972]

Matt Pettit The way all the songs flow together on that DVD is sooo good. Probably one of the best live performances I’ve ever seen!🍻

[@markwithrow1141]

Definitely my favorite DVD out of my music DVD collection

[@poolga76]

Man i love to see people experiencing Primus for the First time . You are right it's fxxxing addictive

[@peterburke8964]

Listen to the live Bonaroo 2011 version when you can, its magical.

[@jacobmelgar38]

I second this.

[@petgeek1]

You found one of the deeper ones. Not the best, but definitely worth hearing. Keep digging, bud. Glad you're on board.

[@kemppaspawn73]

Here's one that doesnt get enough attention... Suicidal Tendencies - How Will I Laugh Tomorrow

[@thatguyjay42]

You also can't forget Infectious Grooves as well.

[@awmerriam4]

Institutionalized!!!!

[@airthief36]

Suicidal for life! they were a staple of my youth. one of my favs is monopoly on sorrow.

[@kemppaspawn73]

@@airthief36 So hard to pick a favorite from them when they put out albumbs like Lights, Camera, Revolution!!

[@MetalMonkey1453]

Oh, please God, yes. ST is my fuckin' life! I got a Suicidal tat on my left arm, and wear an ST bandana everywhere. Alone, War Inside my Head, The Feeling's Back, Trip at the Brain, You Can't Bring me Down...soooo many classic songs.

[@stornkolson]

Definitely that best Primus album. Thanks man!

[@ziania]

I love your reaction videos, especially the Primus ones because they are one of my favorite bands. Could you react to their song “Sgt Baker” next?

[@mrc-17]

I met Les once. He was leaving a golf course I worked at because it started to rain, I happened to have my bass in my truck because it was a Friday and I was going camping that weekend. He waited in the parking lot in the rain to autograph my instrument.

[@hammer159]

Les Claypool & The Holy Mackerel - “the awakening”

[@num1shinfan]

The Awakening by The Reddings

[@mikejohnson-dl7vt]

Ya know man,besides the few "well known songs",I never realized how much I love Primus(after all these years)😎👍

[@Primus-ue4th]

Got here this with a sub. Those bass kicks are nasty

[@windog551]

It feels good that Jamal is expanding his horizon. Finding other music besides mindless pop and rap or whatever. Rock as a category in general covers so many genres.

[@jamesshaffer206]

Tommy the Cat from the same lp is a really good song. You will love the bass lines. Lol I just seen you did said song already. I know what I'm watching next. Can't wait to see that one.

[@josefort6112]

Please check out any of their live at bonnaroo stuff they will blow your mind dog! Some of the best live recording I've seen !

[@petervanwinden3953]

Love this song. Les is a legend!! You should checkout Twelve Foot Ninja - One Hand Killing. Is a rocking band with similar humorous side like Primus. Love your work!!

[@CreativeWarrior-]

I don't care what color you are, brother, I just really appreciate how DEEPLY you enjoy and react to music! I react the same way. It does UNITE us, as you've said. I suggest you try something very unusual to most people: A piano piece called "The Mephisto Waltz" composed by the Romantic Period composer Franz Liszt. You must listen to the version done by Vladimir Horowitz. Horowitz adds diabolical FIRE to the piece, which isn't just some klunky waltz...It was the rock n' roll of its day. It is one of the most technically difficult pieces to play and I'm telling you, IT RAGES! It also has a beautiful melodic part that could bring you to tears. Truly amazing!

[@InsanityGamingandMusic666]

One of my fave to see live