r³ to Level 42 - Something About You (REACTION) | reacting to reactors reacting

In this video, reacting to reactors reacting takes a look at the greatest band to walk the earth, Level 42! World reaction to the hit song Something About You? Not as it should have been, #6 in the UK, #7 In the US. smh...
From wiki: "Something About You" is a single released by British band Level 42 in 1985, in advance of its inclusion on the album World Machine the same year. The song was written by Mark King, Mike Lindup, Phil Gould, Boon Gould, and Wally Badarou.
"Something About You" was released in several countries beyond the United Kingdom, including United States, Germany, Italy, Canada, and many countries of South America and Asia. It is the only Level 42 song to be a top 10 hit in the United States, where it reached #7 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and it is their second top 10 hit in the United Kingdom, reaching #6 on the UK Singles Chart. The single was certified gold in Canada in 1986.
"Something About You" appears in many Level 42 collections: Level Best, The Very Best of Level 42, and The Definitive Collection.
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[@r2rr]

I LOVE this band! Please forgive my emotions, but if you feel the same about your favorite artist, you understand. Thanks so much for watching.

[@rubennunez715]

You emotions are priceless

[@dalemcilwain]

It's understandable. I'm from that time as well. 😎😃

[@jamesennis2250]

'Love in a peaceful world' is my favourite Level 42 song... 👌

[@leec8034]

I love how emotional you get to this song. I get that emotional too:) Here is a sweet memory I always think about when I hear this song: When I was about 17 this song was my favorite song. I was a fairly troubled, very emotional young person who was sent to counseling and institutionalized settings. I remember meeting a girl who was about 14 who, in our small group sessions seemed sooo withdrawn and angry and defensive towards the world. She always looked like she had been crying for hours when I would see her in the group. I naturally was drawn to her because I have a need to help people I see in distress (I'm a teacher today:). I did reach out to her and invited her to my family's Christmas party in 1994. I introduced her to my friends and she began to show real joy and happiness around us (we were all pretty wild and crazy punk rock kids:D She would laugh so hard she would cry from laughter, instead of pain and anger. She just needed to feel included with a group who knew how to have fun and act a little crazy and not let the world judge you too much. I introduced this Level 42 song to her and it became her favorite song in short order. At some point we did loose contact and I would still think about her from time to time. About two years later I ran into her in the paring lot of a convenience store. By this time she was a little older, driving, and had her car filled with a bunch of her friends. I stood at her driver's side door talking about all the good times we had a few years back, and then she says, "Wait a second, check this out!" She then hits the tape deck in her car and starts blasting 'Something about you' on full blast in the parking lot!! She told me, "I still love this song you introduced to me sooo much and always will!!" I was laughing so hard as we both yelled the lyrics in that parking lot, with her friends in the backseat of her car, apparently getting to hear it for the first time. She wasn't that angry, confused young teenager anymore. She was a passionate, vibrant young person who had a reason to sing out loud for the world to hear:) I never saw her again, as I went off to college soon after and left the state. I always think of that story when I hear this beautiful song:)

[@eclectrickery8077]

LOVE Level 42! My favourites are the early funky stuff "Hot Water" (mad intro), "Livin' it up", "The Chinese Way", and the beautiful "Leaving Me Now". Would love to hear your sweet, excited reactions to these, even if no one else does! More power to you for spreading the joy :0)

[@rikdekard71]

I love level 42. Criminally underrated.

[@addickkelders2265]

Very much overrated. A white and pale copy of EWF.

[@seanswinton6242]

@@addickkelders2265 They're a nod to EWF. There was always been a mutual respect between the two bands. Actually Verdine White produced their 1983 album "Standing In The Light." An element Level 42 didn't have for years was a horn section. The double lead vocal thing with a male falsetto I understand also. Great songs from both, but they're not trying to be EWF. EWF has more Jazz (their horn section is among the best) and African elements than Level 42. I'm just grateful to have a band like this in this century.

[@SBIJFoot]

Mark King who is left handed first picked up the bass at 21 years of age. 18 months later he is voted as the world's best bass player by one of the guitar magazines of the time! Incredible talent man!

[@JayveeTV]

Someone just mentioned you and I had to check it out. This was great man I like the concept. It was also nice getting the extra knowledge on the members

[@r2rr]

Appreciate that! You've created a nice community and are deserving of your channel's success. Always a nice vibe. Continued success!

[@Psichotica7]

Jayvee I'm so glad you found my comment and checked out the video! I thought you would. Yay, haha

[@SteveA308]

I was just about to tag you or whatever get you to look!! Nice one :)

[@305Hayze]

This is not a reaction this is passion 💪

[@r2rr]

Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Much appreciated.

[@williambill5172]

BTW, one of the main guys from Depeche Mode - Dave Gahan, I think - said in an interview I saw recently that he felt Depeche needed to work to get as good as Level 42...I consider that high praise!

[@LordEradicus]

I definitely got hooked on Level 42. As an '80s teen in Saint Louis, they quickly became my favorite band of all time. Even inspired me to become a bass player and start slapping those strings too. 😊

[@r2rr]

You play bass! Nice. BTW, I attended VAP in your city in the early 80s. If you don't know this acronym, no worries, it was a school. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@AmirFazadh]

Bro, Level 42 is why I play bass today! Seen them three times, been backstage twice, and on the bus once. Mark taught me his machine-gun triplets, and I got to learn them on HIS bass!!! Got a signed pic on my wall, and my nephew built me a doubleneck bass and guitar that is just covered in Level 42 references (all airbrushed by hand), it's a masterpiece! They're such nice guys, too. My all-time favorite band!

[@r2rr]

WOW! Amazing experiences.

[@balloontoyentertainment3684]

You've had amazing experiences! May I ask where you met Level 42 on the bus? That's incredible!!! Mark King is such a great guy!!! I've never met Mike though

[@AmirFazadh]

It was at their show at the Coach House in San Juan Capistrano, my car was blocking them in. The whole band is great, really nice people! ❤❤ The other major backstage encounter was at their show at The Palace in LA, Oct 1, 1987. My gf at the time, it was her birthday, and I stepped away to get us some drinks, made my way to the front, slipped Mark a note, and he recognized me, and after the next song, he announced that his friends from Orange County were in the house, and it was my gf's birthday. The look of utter shock on her face will never be forgotten! 😂 After the show, we went backstage, and Mike got us a split of champagne. She was totally blown away, and so happy..🎉..

[@balloontoyentertainment3684]

@@AmirFazadh WOW, I bet that was so awesome!!! Such a small world. So what's your favourite level 42 track of all time?

[@AmirFazadh]

​@@balloontoyentertainment3684So many of them...Eyes Waterfalling is one, Hot Water, Children Say are probably my top 3, at least right now. It changes...

[@WOLFMOON1970]

"Something About You" is one of my favorite songs...OF ALL TIME! I truly understand your emotions sir, as I grew up in the 80's and for me, this song is linked to past relationships and friends long gone...the songs composition, melody, harmonies and groove really tug at your heart! It is a true masterpiece! In my ears, it will never get old...Keep great music alive! :)

[@r2rr]

Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Kindred spirits.

[@stingray4real]

Level 42 are the most underrated band of the 80s. They are originally from the Isle of Wight. If you are heading to the UK visit the Isle of Wight .

[@r2rr]

The MOST UNDERRATED, right? I might be headed that way, around October to catch Level 42 in concert. I need to fit that side trip into my itinerary! Thanks for the comment.

[@addickkelders2265]

Most boring band with typical 80’s commercial recipe highly overrated nothings, topped with that awful falset of the keyboardplayer. Amen

[@rometimed1382]

Ridiculously I went to the Isle of Wight by myself in 2015 and had zero clue level 42 was from there. BAH! Now I must return.

[@jonathanpipe8249]

King still lives over isle of Wight!

[@jonathanpipe8249]

Seen them many times in concert both in uk and abroad !!

[@williambill5172]

I had forgotten just how good this song is...that slap base...OMG! THANKS!

[@JibaAnderson]

They've been my favorite band since 1985. Went back to their earlier catalog after hearing "Something About You." Too many jams, though "Children Say" is my ALL-TIME FAVORITE SONG!

[@r2rr]

Too many jams! Children Say is a great on. I did a top 30 Level 42 on this channel. If you have time, take a look and give me your thoughts. I will respond for sure. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment. Much appreciated

[@christinepreston8642]

Great band and I was obsessed back in the day, like you, enjoying seeing people just discovering them!! Any bassist who doesn't know Mark King should hang up their bass!!

[@r2rr]

Any bassist worth anything absolutely has to know (and admire Mark King). Or they need to learn fast! Thanks for your time, much appreciated.

[@Januarymay1127]

Something about you was my first introduction to Level42. Got to see them live twice many years ago. Still one of my favourite bands!!

[@dave29bruce]

Man... Mark King needs to recognize you as his best fan. My childhood was in the 80's, I love this song because I remember it made my mother smile every single time she heard it. Keep doing what you're doing it's amazing content.

[@r2rr]

Thank you so much for your kind words. Appreciate your time watching and commenting.

[@sassycat5856]

Mark King is a master bass player🥰🥰🥰 I am so proud of my children. They love all the older music from the 60's to the 80's. I found my daughter's playlist and fell out. She had so many of my favorites on there. These children are hungry for real music.❤️❤️ I loved this. Level 42 is under rated. I also love Tears for Fears. In fact, I am quite partial to the British sound. Thank you again❤️❤️❤️

[@r2rr]

Such good taste running throughout your family! Congratulations! And thank you so much for watching and commenting.

[@dvda1722]

this song was so huge and very underrated. the lead singers voice is so good.

[@teathhuller4155]

Mark King is a fascinating guy. Started as a drummer that toyed around with the guitar and synths, only learning bass out of necessity and then inheriting the role of vocalist.

[@r2rr]

Crazy. And to become one of the best at what he 'settled' on? And such a unique voice, as well. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment. Appreciated.

[@stephenqualtrough7322]

Great reaction To me Mark is one of the greatest performers of recent years

[@cstianlew406]

I feel you my man, first time i heard Level 42 was on the radio on a R&B station in the bayarea, the song was "Turn It On" and I was hooked ever since

[@r2rr]

The first 30 seconds of 'Turn It On' set the tone for that song. So groovy. Good to meet another Level 42 fan!

[@e.soutog.9086]

I Love Level 42 !!! Great, great band.

[@Finstabaybee]

I love Level 42. Running in the Family is a fave especially that bass line!

[@r2rr]

Great song, for sure. Great storytelling. Thanks so much for watching and commenting.

[@jimmorris9928]

Great reaction. Emotions are what music is about. Love Level 42

[@r2rr]

Appreciate that. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@arnoldlouw2591]

@@r2rr you made me so emotional. I loved and always will love this song. Takes me back to 1986 me at 16. Oh wow! I had great teenage years. Thanks for bringing my emotions back to it

[@Keepinitreal61]

UK. Me to brother, those lyrics cut the soul & heart. Underestimated talent.

[@r2rr]

So true!

[@TorgoLives]

Love it! I saw them 9/26/87 Portland, OR. One of my favorite bands ever! Thanks!

[@r2rr]

That's awesome! Thanks for commenting.

[@jacqcook4036]

I love Level 42 too. All of their songs are great. When they released Its Over...I was in awe. I subscribe to JV. He’s good because he listens to everything...different genres, different eras, appreciates beats, rhythms and is open minded. Great video...keeping it real 👍🏻

[@r2rr]

I can't even listen to 'It's Over' unless I'm in the right frame of mind. It's devastating. Thanks so much for watching and commenting.

[@jacqcook4036]

@@r2rr You’re welcome!

[@michaelconnolly7681]

Level 42 were very underrated. They were really talented with brilliant melodic songs with great lyrics. I've always loved them. Jayveetv is brilliant. He gives honest reactions to every songs and it's great seeing all these songs being talked about again in the present moment. Songs like 'Something about you' will always be timeless.

[@r2rr]

100% agreed! Thanks for commenting.

[@craigcampbell1843]

Great band. On this particular song I always loved the bass and then how the backup vocals came in and then became the chorus. Great song writing.

[@macinjosh2223]

Yes! Level 42 is one of the most underrated 80s bands. I have become obsessed with them, have collected all their albums on some format like CD or Vinyl. Saw them live too. Simply epic. Spread the level 42 love!

[@seanswinton6242]

I agree and we'll said! I became obsessed with them in 1985. I bought World Machine, found the Early Tapes album realizing there was music in the middle I was missing. I listened, saw them live many times and following seeing them live cemented them in my musical consciousness ever since!

[@stephenqualtrough7322]

I love Level 42 and have a few of their albums I still play from time to time Runninh in the Family and the Sun Goes Down are my 2 favourites and should be heard by everyone. Thanks for this

[@r2rr]

I like your choices! They have songs for every mood. Thanks for watching/commenting.

[@angellouisesings]

This was great! I completely know how you feel because Level 42 is my favorite band as well. I've been to England twice to see them and I saw them 3x when they came to America in 2010. I appreciate you getting emotional. Made me tear up too. I hope more reactors react to this band. I'm always looking for them and requesting.

[@r2rr]

Nice to see another big fan! They're playing later this year (October/November). Are you going again? I think I am, don't know when they will decide to call it a day. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@angellouisesings]

@@r2rr we shall see... I have no plans at the moment but.. You're right. Never know when it will be my "Last Chance."

[@tommyarmour986]

I love the passion, man! Good that you're repping for your favorite band. You're right. Level 42 was Quality! One of the best bands of the 80's and this song and that video will stand the test of time. Quality lasts.

[@acidmack1041]

I love seeing all this Level 42 content on here lately...i was raised on them by my parents from when i was born in 1983 and i still love them today. I saw them live 3 nights ago here in the UK for the first time and they were brilliant. They played the hits like Something About You, Children Say, Its Over, To Be With You Again, Living It Up, Hot Water but also threw in others like Heathrow, Kansas City Milkman, Coup D'etat & Starchild. They still have quite a big following over here so a pretty big crowd had turned up to see them. Great video by the way, i love seeing how emotional and passionate the music makes you, Level 42 can get me feeling the same way too! Respect and love

[@MinimumGnome]

With Jayveetv you can tell there are songs he doesn't personally like and probably will never listen to again. But he always tries to provide positive feedback. He's good at finding something within the song he does like.

[@piratem7669]

I completely understand. This band is legendary and this song is a time piece. I'm a 70's kid and besides Level 42 my The Bee Gees were my thing.

[@Jaqueli9er]

I first heard this song when I was 12 I think (so 1999), here in Brazil, didn't speak english at all and there was a tv commercial of a CD compilation (I think it was 4 discs) of "the greatest songs of the universe" and they made a sneak peek commercial of the songs in the compilation, and that's when I heard this song for the first time. It was such a small part of the song (just a few lines from the chorus) but I fell in love instantly, but I had no way to find out its name or the band's name, so i spent YEARS trying to find it out and rewatching the TV add... I don't remember when exactly I found out but now it has its pecial place in my "comforting music playlist".

[@r2rr]

That's so cool! Thanks for sharing this story.

[@annahanguiano8931]

Damn this song never fails to give me chills,it's just that good! So thankful I grew up during the 80's

[@GetzGoth]

I grew up in the 80s as well. But I had to sneak to listen to this. My mother only let me listen to Petra and Pat Boone.

[@Psichotica7]

I was so looking forward to this one since you mentioned how special they were to you. And I'm so glad it was Jayvee of all reactors! This was so beautiful to watch, your emotion made me tear up! This is why I watch reaction videos, to share that passion with others. The more personal the song the better. I'm sorry to say my 28 year old Australian self never heard of Level 42, but I sure know now. Thanks again R3.

[@maccyp1824]

This reminds me of my youth, watched them live in Guildford, Surrey and got to meet them by accident backstage for a couple of drinks with some of my mates…..good old times!

[@shaunfinch1190]

This band takes me back to a time when life was all ahead of me, I absolutely love it #memories ❤️

[@luim7]

I like them a lot too and I'm also hoping that more reactors react to at least Lessons in love

[@feliciakidd9358]

Great reaction! I love your passion for 80's music. I've loved this Level 42 music video every since I first saw it in the 80's as a teenager.

[@r2rr]

Something about the video AND the song (no pun intended), right? Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@feliciakidd9358]

@@r2rr Oh I loved your thoughts on that reaction! You break it down with the reactors which is great!🙂

[@JulianHallLevel42]

I'm very fortunate that not only did I go to my first LEVEL 42 gig on 3rd April 1981 when they only had LOVE MEETING LOVE to their name, I got to meet MARK KING, MIKE LINDUP, BOON & PHIL GOULD for the first time on that night and I've gone onto to see them another 66 times in 5 different countries since them. I saw them in Miami in November 87 and was back stage with them when Tina Turner passed us to go on stage! I love your passion for my favourite band and if you've not had the opportunity to meet them, I assure you they are a great bunch of guys. Because of my relationship with the band, I get them to sign items and then raise funds for charities including MIND and ST FRANCIS HOSPICE. Hope to correspond with you further?

[@jprocker6368]

My favorite 'pop' band ever. When i saw that my favorite jazz drummers. Gary Husband played on the album Guaranteed, I was extatic! Great stuff and always one of my favorite bands.

[@RandomJane104]

I'm a long time follower of his channel. He really listens to songs, makes connections with bands in similar genres, and finds something to like about everything. He understands that music is an art and musicians are real people that put their heart and souls into it so finds something kind to say. I also think he has eclectic taste.

[@r2rr]

I agree with you. He maintains a positive attitude in all of the videos I've seen. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@derrywalker7835]

I grew up loving level 42 and I’ve seen them many times. A couple of years ago we were at the roundhouse in London seeing kamasi washington and I saw my favorite DJ from bbc radio 6 and he was with his friend Mark King! I went up to the dj and said how much I love his show and he said have you met Mark, we all chatted for ten minutes and he even gave us money for us to buy a drink. Lovely guy and a gent!!!

[@beingheardmedia6339]

BRO' - where were you when I was a lonely little Level 42 fan in 80s Philly? I had to find pen pals (in NYC and Colordao!) through the fan club just to find fellow fans, lol. Do you know how good it feels to see folks FINALLY discover this gem of a group? I NEVER got to see them live. That actually came to my neck of the woods back in 2018 I think and never knew they were long gone. Actually if you want to see how lonely it was to be an L42 fan for ME, find one of the old fan club newsletters. I forget which one it was. It was during the Staring at the Sun era. There are three of us in New York City. I'm the chick in the pink shirt kneeling next to the TV. I want to see it was November 1988 or 89. But that was me, lol. You are SOOOOOOO lucky you got to see them live. As for the revival, I think the fact that a couple of movies have placed Something About You on their soundtracks and the fact that there's a cover of Something About You out there by Anthony Hamilton is what's helping drive the rediscovery. If you haven't seen Hamilton's cover, check it out. Get the ACOUSTIC version, not the studio version. His studio version something manages to cover the song in treacle. I don't like it. But when it's just HIM and a guitar? Pure Gold. The beauty of the song shines right through and the lack of a bass line doesn't hurt the song at all. In the acoustic version, you can hear the echoes of Stevie Wonder's style in that song. I'd never realized that influence before (although I agreed with critic Roger? Tannenbaum that Mark does occasionally have some of Wonder's lilt in his voice - a total plus for ME) until I heard Mike Lindup do an acoustic version on his own. He did quite well! But Hamilton's cover just emphasizes what fantastic SONGWRITERS these guys were/are. By the way, if you DO get Hamilton's version, let me know if you think he's ad libbing that last part or if it was originally part of the song. I'm not sure and would love to know. I know a lot of folks don't know about the 2nd bridge to Something About You that only shows up on in concert (and I think on the Sisa remix...) but I always thought that second bridge was killer! If there's another verse we never got to hear, I'd love to know about. All right, that's all I got. Good work, Bro'!!!! Loved this!

[@mdwayne741]

Super amazing band. I am just now digging deep into their catalogue..... Mark King is such an amazing bassist...Mike Lineup (on keyboards)has that amazing falsetto ....Phil Gould is a great drummer.. Boon is a really solid guitarist. That classic lineup- OMG.

[@karianderson111]

I loved this band in the 80's but rediscovered them recently and enjoy listening to all of their music everyday. It makes me very happy! Bucket list to go to UK and see them live, soon

[@Caris158]

I love how much you love them 😊 it’s a great song, I am familiar with it just didn’t know the band name. 80’s music will never die!!

[@r2rr]

It;s awesome that you now know the band's name! Check out some of their other stuff, maybe a good place to start is the album the song is from, World Machine. Thanks so much for watching and commenting.

[@karenh.]

I remember this song... Beautiful !!

[@r2rr]

I won't even listen to 'It's Over' unless I'm prepared. It's devastating. Thanks for commenting and watching.

[@noonav]

One of my favorite bands from the '80s.💕 And Jayvan is one of the best KZbin reactors. Very genuine with his reactions. Thanks for sharing this.🙏

[@r2rr]

Once you hear this song, it's hard to forget the feeling it provokes, right? Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@jnards0073]

I’m part of that new generation. Born in 1987, discovered Level 42 a couple years ago. Safe to say they’re my favorite band now. Such an incredible sound. So relistenable. So many great songs. I’m trying to pass the word on to friends.

[@r2rr]

Nice!

[@josephsmith1175]

I've LOVED Level 42 since 1986! Their music has meant so much to me throughout my life. While other artists release a strong album then probably a few duds, EVERY Level 42 album is a gem! I sincerely hope more people are able to "discover" them for themselves!

[@macpdm]

Man they still blow the roof off even now. Have loved them all my life too. Still remember the first time I saw them Dec 88 in Birmingham UK. With the great Alan Murphy (RIP). Loved your reaction thankyou.

[@r2rr]

I never had the chance to see Mr. Murphy. I did see the 1987 original line up and the 2010 line up. I wish I could have seen Mr. Murphy play live. Thanks for your comment.

[@peterjay6580]

Level 42 is my favorite, I’m in the USA. My brother, who was a professional musician, turned me onto them on the 80’s. I saw them on that 2010 tour in Philly and I had to drive a long way to get there. Rock on! Cool to see someone that feels like I do.

[@r2rr]

That 2010 tour was nice, right? Intimate and all the hits! Thanks for watching and commenting. Appreciated!

[@monicasuzette]

I was listening to level 42 when I found this video..I love this group and this song is one of my absolute favorites..thank you for your reaction video❤

[@jackmsmith3]

level 42 is everything. Have loved them forever. Saw them live in the 80s opening for Madonna.

[@ruuuuudiii]

Loving the emotion. I've had very similar feelings seeing this generation learn about Freddy Mercury, Mark Knopfler, and others, as well as specific songs. Keep up the good work.

[@r2rr]

Thank you. Appreciate your time watching and commenting.

[@j.kevvideoproductions.6463]

I just recently re-discovered this band and song. I think I was watching a movie or something on tv and heard this song playing in the background. Something clicked and I looked them up and watched this video (the extended version). I remembered the video from back in the day and loved this song back then. Such a terrific song and band! I was having some strong mid 80's memories wash over me. I can see why you love em so much!

[@andrewpalmer4175]

One of my fav songs of the 80s. I’ll check out their albums, thanks for the suggestion!

[@r2rr]

I believe you will go on a very pleasant musical journey. I hope you enjoy it. And thanks for watching and commenting.

[@suehannon4353]

I totally agree with you, I love level 42, fantastic the concert i watched in Wembley was unbelievable, these and ELO are the best live performances i have ever seen, thanks for the reaction

[@danielnovak4284]

Sir, I wanted say to you from the bottom of my heart how much I appreciate your complete honesty and showing your true emotions for this group and for past artists. I am 50 years old and grew up in the 80's and I reacted with tears when I saw this video again with that same gentleman giving his critique of it, also. It is so refreshing to hear this generation appreciating the old music and how it reached the heart and soul. I just wanted to express that you are appreciated. Thanks for sharing this! God bless you!

[@r2rr]

Mr. Novak, thank you for your kind words. I wholly agree with you concerning how great it is to see younger people appreciate music we loved so long ago. And it's people like you, that go out of their way to express something positive and generate that type of energy in the universe that make a difference to people like me. YOU are appreciated!

[@geoffreywestphal5629]

I know EXACTLY what your passion in this video translates into. Truly. I’m a big Level 42 fan as well. The extended mixes for this song are spectacular. My favs are the intro hook of To be With You Again and bridge of Freedom Someday. The feeling you’re having is the same I have for reactors discovering Rush (my fav). I’ve always felt that Level 42 have a hint of prog in them. Anyway, that excitement you’re feeling is the EXACT same I have when watching reactors discover Rush. Love reactors that don’t chase view counts.

[@alhollywood6486]

Of all my favorite reactors, Jay is the most attentive to the song and lyrics.

[@r2rr]

I think that if you like a song, you can trust that JayveeTV will give it a fair listen. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@yolandabrooksqueenofsevens]

Wow I didn’t know any of the members passed that’s crazy 🥲 I have loved them since I was 16 years old in 1986 😍 I love Jayvee Tv♥️🔥🔥

[@r2rr]

Crazy how time passes and we start to lose some of the touchstones of our past. Ironically, it's beautiful at the same time. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@yolandabrooksqueenofsevens]

😍

[@skidz57]

Absolutely loved your reaction, your connection! I was waiting for my wife in car today and this came on and brother you are spot on...AMAZING song AMAZING band! Thank you!! Huge throw back!

[@r2rr]

Thank YOU! Appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment.

[@dharmaboy75]

Something about you is one of my top 5 favorite songs of all time. It bring tears to my eyes to this day. God the 80's were brilliant. I just started drumming at 47 and one of my life goals is to play this song to the fullest. Mark King is a genius.

[@r2rr]

Couldn't agree more about Mr. Mark King!

[@knighth2452]

I've been listening to them since I was a kid when this was released on MTV.

[@diamon45]

I'm like you. I'm 53 now. I saw level 42 in Huntsville 1988. Mark King gave me a set of superwound bass strings.

[@ChrisMurley]

I love them like you do man. Saw them live about a month ago in Glasgow, Scotland. They are as great today as they were when I first saw them in the late eighties. Their legacy will, as you say, live on. Be safe friend.

[@AnthonyL0401]

I have always loved this song, and the video too. I honestly do not know that much about Level 42, but now I will dig in. Intrigued at age 48.... Level 48?

[@r2rr]

LOL! May I humbly suggest the album 'World Machine' and then go forward or backward from there. Thanks for the support.

[@AnthonyL0401]

@@r2rr Finally going to dive in to this recommendation right now.

[@Hokie5Libra82]

This song and band and Mark King are soooooooo underrated! My jam!!! I don't understand how they did not blow up here like they did across the pond...

[@r2rr]

I think their music is so unique, both lyrically and musically, that you had to be in a certain state of mind to really appreciate them. And the 80s was a crazy time for music...

[@JymBritton]

Good job buddy. Absolutely one of the greatest bands ever.

[@jenniferjacobs228]

Jayvee is one of the top reactors imo... he really gets it. and he is respectful. I love the way he can get the emotion. Good one, Jay.

[@spydurek324]

I used to drink and sing to this song. It just makes me feel so good when i listen to it!! Still gives me a good feeling when i jam it!!

[@davidjackson5837]

My friend seeing your reaction to songs from my teen years was as emotional for me as it clearly is for you Level 42, Simple Minds and one more band of the era you need to look for Big Country, I don't think they will disappoint you. Music is eternal. Thank You

[@r2rr]

Thank YOU! Appreciate your comments.

[@davidjackson5837]

I'm just glad it wasn't ' Leaving Me Now ' then I would have been a real mess lol👍

[@r2rr]

Tell me about it!

[@cannibaljoe7748]

Dude! This was such a treat to all of us who watched this. to put yourself out there like this and share something so special to you was so enjoyable to watch. to be honest I dont know much of this band at all. i was born in the 70's but the 80's raised me and there was SO much talent from that era. I feel so bad for this latest generation as far as music is concerned. There is some talent out there of course but somewhere along the way after the 90's something went horribly wrong. LOL! I will go down level 42's rabbit hole and see what i have missed. I knew of this song and thats it as far as i know. I wish you went on for awhile longer in the beginning and the end...hearing peoples stories about things that mean so much to them is wonderful to the listeners. if anyone doesnt want to listen thats what the fast forward is for LOL! i dont think im alone in saying this cant wait for the next live reaction (hint, hint)

[@r2rr]

Thank you so much for your continued support. To be honest, I was very nervous to do this video because of how much this band means to me. I only had one '1st chance' to introduce them to my subscribers. I was extremely lucky that Jayvee TV was the reactor. I knew that, at least, the song would get a fair shot. About doing the next live reaction, it's coming. Not sure how soon (that first one was crazy, technically). Thanks again for watching, commenting and supporting.

[@skanda1832]

You’ve clearly had some very rich life experiences interwoven with this band. Way to remain tender and open hearted. It’s so much easier to become detached from our emotions as we age as men. It takes courage. Thank you

[@r2rr]

Thanks for your comment. This has been my favorite band for so long it's hard to not express my feelings when I hear their music. Though most people do it privately, I think.

[@Psichotica7]

Also regarding your last point about the authenticity of Jayvee, he actually made a video addressing the very point you made about liking every song he reacts to. I'll link it below. I agree with you that he is being genuine, which is why he's my favourite reactor. I think he is just a very open and positive person, which is lucky for his channel. Because people like to see reactors like their music.

[@Psichotica7]

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[@r2rr]

Thanks for the link, and thank you for your comments. The fact that I reintroduced at least one person to Level 42 made making this video worthwhile. Thanks again.

[@dutch72nl25]

I am almost 50 now and always been a Level 42 fan since I was 13-14 years old and been on several of their concerts. This is for me their best song, was listening to it again this morning and it will never gets boring even not after all these years. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@bongoboy11]

Just now seeing this video. Spot on!! This has been my favorite band since 1986 and I haven't found a band that I liked better in all these years. I saw them in Germany in 1986. I live in New Orleans. I hope they come to the states one more time. Thanks, brother.

[@realmaindrianpace]

I'm 55, I grew up in the '80s and I liked this band and song, as well as Level 42's other songs, from the beginning. My friends were into the harder rock like Journey, Van Halen, ZZ Top, Black Sabbath, AC/DC, and the like. They were all great, really. The '80s were full of fantastic music that stands the test of time, there was something for everyone back then.

[@1970jayjayc]

Love your passion. I’ve been a fan since I was 13. That was 40 years ago! Lost count of how many times I’ve seen them live and they never disappoint. I saw them in 2021 and was 5ft from the stage. To see Mark King’s flying thumbs was one of the best moments of my life. The 12” inch of Something About You is perfection.

[@unchainedmelody67]

Just saw your video by sheer accident, I love this song/band too. The song just now popped into my head and I had to hear it, searched it up and here I am. Loved your thoughts on it and completely agree.

[@r2rr]

Thanks so much for stopping by! Appreciate your time.

[@phoenixrise3126]

One of the greatest pop songs ever written. It always gives me a certain feeling that I don't get from hardly anything else- the joy of pure love.

[@bassthumper7331]

My favorite Band...This band is the reason why I play Bass..thanks for reviewing !!

[@bassthumper7331]

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[@massacrestarts1673]

I just finished watching the reaction that you reacted to, then I came to you. This is so surreal. Anyways, glad to see that there are still Level 42 fans out there. Good music will never die!

[@r2rr]

Appreciate your time, watching and commenting. Thank you.

[@Missingmywifenbff]

Love you and passion brother✌👍❤ This band brings me back to being 17 in 80s loving life and just loving love.❤👍I just lost my wife of 25 yrs and we grew up on 80s music and this music brings me back.😢❤

[@r2rr]

I'm very sorry to you for the loss of wife, after so many years together. I hope your recovery is going as best as can be expected. Please take care.

[@CareyHolzman]

You have exquisite taste in music! Glad I found your channel!

[@r2rr]

Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment. Much appreciated.

[@larrynintendo6838]

Maaaan, finding Level 42 was such a great joy in my life. They just get the perfect sound for me. I love to see your passion for them, I love their music too!

[@dougwalker3333]

I was stationed in the UK when this dropped. Was lucky enough to see them three times over there. My second favorite off this disc is "Good Man In A Storm". All-time favorite is "Kansas City Milkman." Great reaction, brother.

[@r2rr]

Lucky you! And thanks for watching and commenting.

[@mikejsretroarcade4612]

I definitely know this band, I had the album back in the l Mid to late 80s!! This song blew me away in the 80s! What an iconic 80s tune ❤️

[@r2rr]

So true! Thanks so much for your time, watching and commenting.

[@MalaWright]

I loved them from the first moment this song came out.

[@r2rr]

I understand, me too. Thanks for commenting.

[@davidhalley9795]

They have been a favorite of mine since college! I saw them in Buffalo, NY 1986. They bring back great memories! There are many more reactions you can react to in three years.

[@hectoroftroy4005]

I have to say, im so glad that people feel exactly the way I do about this band and their music. To me its a perfect mesh of emotion and spirit blended seamlessly! My heart lifts everytime the bass starts up. Keep listening keep feeling the music.

[@user-ft2vf9lk7v]

Awesome dude. This is my favorite band of all time. It's always nice to see the newer generation experience the thrill of a very talented underrated band. Level 42 got me through some rough times. Rip Boon Gould. 😎👍

[@r2rr]

I understand about Level 42's music being a help during difficult times. I hope you are well these days and continuing to enjoy this great music. Thanks for taking the time to comment. I appreciate it.

[@chmartin444]

Great reaction shows you what music can do awesome.

[@r2rr]

I appreciate that! Thanks for your time watching and commenting.

[@marioarizola4921]

The first time I heard this song it gave me goosebumps. I have played it on almost a daily basis since.

[@mickking5042]

Brother Im 63 and Something about you and Lessons in Love are so brilliant and your video is brilliant - love peace and respect Mick

[@briantrainor2203]

I'm with you man, this is one of my favorite bands of all time, I totally understand your emotions and being so happy that other generations will be able to discover them and look back on all that great music! I'm glad they are still going - had the chance to see them here in NYC and could not go! I hope they come back some day, I'll be there 👍 Great video!

[@r2rr]

Thanks so much for taking the time to comment. I saw them in New York during their 30th anniversary tour. Was that the time you're referring to? Again. thanks so much for watching.