Rapper FIRST time REACTION to Gilbert O'Sullivan - Alone Again !

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Rapper FIRST time REACTION to Gilbert O'Sullivan - Alone Again !
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[@samueltabo3390]

This is one of the saddest songs that doesn't betray itself in the music mainly in the lyrics. This was a huge #1 hit in the US in 1972

[@christianmarler2253]

The saddest song I've ever heard. (Like you said, lyrically.)

[@dahuffy]

And "Claire"

[@davidcopson5800]

@@dahuffy That wasn't a sad song.

[@personalcheeses8073]

I never knew he had any success in the US

[@christianmarler2253]

@@dahuffy Clair has a great melody.

[@tlgarrison8433]

So much more than a breakup. "Left standing in a lurch, at a church where people are saying, 'My god that's tough, she stood him up. No point in us remaining.'" He was fixing to get married and his bride was a no show. Then to add to his pain, no one stays to comfort him.

[@samueltabo3390]

@@tlgarrison8433 and the beginning when he "wanted to throw himself off"

[@Isleofskye]

@@samueltabo3390 Exactly and our friend puts the lyrics above all else in the song.

[@petersutton2182]

In my humble opinion one of the great lyricists of that time. He's still alive,recording and touring.

[@brianparker663]

I could not agree more. In fact I'd say musically very adept too - I like the way he creates long melodies with very few repetitions as in "Nothing Rhymed".

[@Isleofskye]

You're right but what I don't understand is that so many Artists like Raymond(Gilbert) have so mny hits,in this case,50 years ago and yet,let's be honest,no hits for 40+ yers so what happened to tat talent to have resonating hit records?

[@brianparker663]

@@Isleofskye I think it may be that any musician has a few great ideas in his/her head that are steadily crafted and perfected over time...until they are "discovered". After that, the pressure is on to produce more material quickly and the quality gradually drops. Loads of band and artists have a great first album...but then there is the difficult follow-up that doesn't quite meet expectations. Does that hold water?

[@Isleofskye]

@@brianparker663 Yes, Brian to a fair degree although you might think that if they are that creative, at some point in the future they might start having hits ir, at least, a hit again. It could be a lack of motivation once they made it but, again, why would that stop the creative process? @_

[@MrKoala2005]

Yup his new Album Songbook just came out yesterday 🙌🏻

[@ajyavuz]

Always difficult to hold back the tears when he sings about losing his father and mother.

[@ThePeppper]

Yes!! I cry everytime :( But such a good song!!

[@workingman6681]

This song was played all the time on the radio back in the 70’s. Reminds of my youth. Great reaction

[@sarablack2547]

even though clair is totally innocent i fear that by todays thinking and loss of innocence and he way bp thinks.the song makes gilbert look like a pedo.which is very sad but i don't think he'll get it.

[@rodneycraft1005]

Clair is a great song, too. More upbeat.

[@susanpeters5392]

Yessss

[@helgar791]

The song is perhaps a bit more problematical considering the mood of people today and the hint of an inappropriate relationship. Although O'Sullivan has said the relationship in the song is actually platonic people today will still take it the wrong way.

[@christianmarler2253]

Like this song, Clair has a beautiful melody.

[@OriginalLictre]

The story in the beginning wasn't just a breakup, it was the bride not showing up at the wedding, and the guests saying "It's tough that she stood him up, but there's no point in us remaining". Sounds like the guests walked out without offering any meaningful support. It's a number of personal tragedies, adding up to an anthem of depression and desertion.

[@wenyddarling9548]

"Alone Again, Naturally" speaks to universal experience--a now timeless classic from Gilbert O'Sullivan.

[@The1Mommalau]

I think Gilbert wanted this song to be simple and clearly understood. Sometimes, singers sing very well, but you need to look up the lyrics because you can't understand a word. Lol. We could understand every word with his beautiful Irish accent. The music itself was full of loneliness, mournfullness and asorrow. It makes my heart ache. The pain of the loss of a friend, a pet, a spouse, a child, and your parents.I'm 61. I've lost them all. You almost need to reach a level of acceptance that it is your natural state of being. My Dad died October 19, 2023. My Aunt (Mom's only sibling) passed in January 2024. My poor Mom who will soon be 83. She feels she no longer has purpose. All her contemporaries are gone. That must feel so lonely. ❤ 😢😢😢❤ No one will read this, but it's okay. You are really never alone. I love you all. Im just another human sending out love to everyone and everything. ❤❤❤❤

[@stephenstrudwick8095]

Some people read long comments, some don't. Just know that you are not alone, and write whatever's in your heart. 😊

[@PebblesBlue]

I read it. I feel for you. Hugs to your Mum. ❤

[@Morgaine]

I hope you and your Mom find some joy. Hang in there.

[@pamelapasechnick6899]

I am almost 70, and live with and care for my 93 yr old mother. I agree with everything you said, and you said it beautifully!

[@jjalanj7318]

You never fail to impress me with your reactions. For what it's worth there is one 61 year old man out here who appreciates and respects what you are doing. Thank you.

[@catherinefitzgerald7291]

Couldn't agree more and I'm 64. (Oh, I made a rhyme...HA)

[@davidwilliams8457]

Same here. I also enjoy his reactions and I am 73 years old..

[@christianmarler2253]

@@catherinefitzgerald7291 Now that you're 64, is there someone who still needs you and still feeds you? (I hope so.) i always wondered if I'd still like that song at 64.

[@christianmarler2253]

@@davidwilliams8457 That's awesome!

[@catherinefitzgerald7291]

@@christianmarler2253 No, unfortunately I don't have anyone who needs me or feeds me.

[@mikemiller3069]

It wasn't just a breakup. She left him standing at the alter and the crowd, as they were leaving said, "my God, that's tough, she stood him up, no point in us remaining. We may as well go home, as I did on my own....alone again, naturally". This was one of my favorite songs back when it came out, and it still is. But it hits differently at 64 than it did when I was 12 or 13. Life experiences will do that to you.

[@yvonnewakefield7748]

Hits harder for me at my age, too. Thank you 💯

[@davidgross990]

@@yvonnewakefield7748 I've found as also old that I think about my wife that has passed and it being a funeral as opposed to a wedding, After losing a spouse that's what you are "alone again naturally"

[@davidgross990]

I lost my wife and then lost both parents, who died 11 hours apart, 2 weeks after my wife. We had no kids so since 2015 it's alone again naturally.

[@Renkk17]

The last part of this song always makes me cry and think of my parents! 😢

[@christianmarler2253]

The last verse uses very few words to relate a distinct set of events anyone can understand, and also evokes a deep emotional response.

[@MarkMcLT]

He's now 77 and still touring and performing. Pretty amazing.

[@deborahdennehy9937]

Just love Gilbert O'Sullivan, what a sad yet beautiful song from him. Amazing person 💝💝💝💝

[@rebeccawolf4961]

I’m a concert photographer and have photographed recent performances of Gilbert in NYC. He still sounds great, is the sweetest man and a wonderful performer!

[@marlarogers9304]

I lost my mom in January, she was 94 and 14 days. It matters that we got to spend so much time together since 2007, but I miss her so much.

[@rubyslippers8215]

🙏I'm so sorry. My mom was my best friend. I nursed her for years through a horrific illness - lost her in 2023. I totally understand...🙏

[@marlarogers9304]

@@rubyslippers8215 my deepest sympathy

[@netowl3922]

I lost my mom in 2013, and still not a day goes by I don't miss her.

[@marlarogers9304]

@@netowl3922 my condolences.

[@nancyharn1980]

I will never forget when my grandma passed. After being told by several people that he was lucky she lived such a long life, my dad looked up and said, "But damnit, it doesn't make it any easier today." That has always stayed with me.

[@BRIDINC1972]

Proud son of Ireland of course. Grew up with him in the seventies.

[@susanpeters5392]

Me 2

[@christinewaide5249]

So good..One of the saddest songs ever

[@douglasg.9271]

This might be the catchiest sad song ever written. ❤

[@theanonymice5382]

I cannot hear this without crying. It is heartbreaking. Gilbert O'Sullivan was a great singer songwriter. I was a bit young to be his target audience but my sister loved him. But then her name was Clair which was his other big US hit. Everybody knew this track though.. just beautiful. xx

[@judydubiel]

He wrote Clair for his niece .. so sweet

[@ChicagoDB]

Gilbert still performs!

[@johnmullins9250]

Listen to it again....with the lyrics handy. You'll be devastated

[@kellyford5903]

Yep, VERY deep

[@davidcopson5800]

I think his lyrics are pretty easy to hear without seeing them printed.

[@marypittman5821]

Leo Sayer...You make me feel like dancing, When I need you, Long tall glasses, so many more.

[@premasru]

Leo Sayer has some great songs that BP would love. And while were at it, Janis Ian's "At Seventeen". ❤

[@Westcountrynordic]

Leo Sayer's song Giving it all away sung by Roger Daltrey is worth a look

[@nanalol4fun]

I did take the time to read your comment all the way through. I’m 65 and have felt the loneliness of loss so many times I’ve lost count. It’s hard but I’m so thankful for my faith in Jesus because I don’t know where I would be without Him. Prayers….🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@wendyryder2708]

AMEN.

[@mikesobotka1504]

If you don’t have a relationship with Jesus ALL hope is lost!!!!

[@wendyryder2708]

@@mikesobotka1504 VERY TRUE!

[@suzanneprock7286]

This was actually a very popular song in the 70's, I loved it!

[@judydubiel]

Me too !!! I played it over and over on my turntable !!! 😊

[@juliemosher6404]

I love the flip side of this single... Claire

[@justtere]

Finally, a song not hard rock. I like hard rock, but I love this song. It makes me cry. Thanks for being a true original. When my husband died, all four kids thought I would be right behind him. Four years later, I am still here after over four years. He was the only man I ever loved. We were together 35 years. I do keep his side of the bed full, so I don't roll over to snuggle with him.

[@pmointernet]

The genius of this song, very irish, is the upbeat, happy sound with the heartbreaking lyrics.

[@Jen-in-Texas]

I remember this song from my childhood, but it still hits hard - it’s exactly how I felt after my parents passed away. You’re right -it is deep and so powerful.

[@wtgardner6914]

The hurt on your face when he sang the part about his mother was palatable. Great reaction. I am always taken aback by the first part of the song where he matter of factly sings about going to a tower and throwing himself off. Great song, great artist, great reaction!

[@Eric4471066]

This song was his first Top 40 hit in America. The song went all the way to hit the #1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart during the summer of 1972.

[@steve9199]

The song begins with him contemplating suicide over being left at the altar... "In a little while from now If I'm not feeling any less sour I promise myself to treat myself And visit a nearby tower And climbing to the top Will throw myself off In an effort to make clear to whomever What it's like when you're shattered..." It's deep as hell.

[@sharonchaput9705]

The video you played said he was from Ireland. He was contemplating suicide after being left at the alter.

[@dennisschank7748]

He really only had 3 hit songs in the US, this one, "Clair", and one called "Get Down", another very catchy tune. I loved the songs as a young teenager when they came out. Still enjoy them to this day.

[@Isleofskye]

UK: This, Clair, Nothing Rhymed, Get Down, We Will, Matrimony, Ooh Wakka Doo Wakka Day. No Matter How I Try,I can't think of others....:)

[@greg2976]

I was around 13 when this song came out. Loved this song! Never took in the lyrics, of course. My mom passed away at 68 when I was 29!. Now I'm 65, This song hits me hard because he mentioned his mom being 65! Time flies by SO SO FAST!!!!!! My mom used to say to us 6 kids, That we are growing up too fast! When you're young, that doesn't compute. But as you get older, O my!!!!!

[@GrafindeKlevemark]

Thank you for this video - I had forgotten Gilbert O'Sullivan. His voice reminds me of Herman Hermits, two of their hits being "No milk today" and "Mrs. Brown, you've got a lovely daughter" .....

[@DRAGON_FAN_TIM]

Peter Noone

[@2peter1v2]

@@DRAGON_FAN_TIM Who is also still touring and puts on an amazing show.

[@DRAGON_FAN_TIM]

@@2peter1v2 and is on xm radio too

[@jayhank5838]

One of my favorites by far. They lyrics are deep and have a meaning. Everything has an end. I lost both of my parents and you never get over it. Thankfully one can recover and with a good wife, good kids and wonderful grand children you go on until you are called home. And we all will be some day.

[@lesleycarney8868]

A true wordsmith.

[@kathalinehansen7078]

First of all, he was stood up at his wedding.

[@Immortalheart66]

Gilbert and this song to me has always been a national treasure!!! I believe in an interview he said that when he wrote this song,.. he merely put himself in the position of person who felt this way. That is genius lyricism. This gem of a song gets me every time. Thank you Gilbert!!!!

[@zinnia2980]

His songs are so loved, poignant and melancholic. Generations of people have listened to them and been very emotionally effected by them. The first was Nothing Rhymed. They have meant so much to all of us ❤

[@michellecasey5752]

I had a melancholy streak as a youngster. This song was one of my favorites because I felt like he knew me and my feelings.

[@PersonalStash420]

They played this song ad nauseam on FM radio in the 70's. I hadn't heard it in years, thanks.

[@jimralston7562]

This song first played on the radio with I was 10. I heard it after our dad moved away. Always touches that pain and feeling cursed.

[@randybaker6042]

This song is genius. One of the great musical juxtapositions.

[@Alison-du2jf]

One of those songs that tugs at the heart strings and puts a lump in your throat! A great lyricist.

[@debrafischer807]

My husband and I are in our 70’s…we are blessed everyday for each day. My dad was in his 60’s when he left us….miss him! My mom is still kicking at 91 and raising “H”!

[@stephenstrudwick8095]

"Nothing Rhymed" is a wonderful song! Gilbert kind of took the "Bread" outlook on life, and had many hits in the UK. Not sure how well he did in the US, but he did have a following.

[@1960rlv]

This is one of those cathartic tunes. So dreadfully sad but helpful for people dealing with sadness and heartbreak because it gives people a sense they are not alone. Which is odd, Gilbert singing about being alone let others know they are not.

[@RockPowerUSA]

It is just one of those songs that we get groove to in our own ways because it relates to many of us. You've been on a roll picking good songs.

[@wpl8275]

The pace of the song belies the deep deep sorrow of the lyrics. It's not a happy song but if you don't listen to the lyrics it might be.

[@Bella_Benito]

This takes me back to my teen years in the 1970's. I loved it then and still love hearing it now. He had several great hits. Another one I loved was 'Clare' - it was about his manager's young daughter who he used to babysit for and they obviously adored each other. Beautiful song.

[@stm345]

Great singer/songwriter! Get down is another good one of his.

[@murrayspiffy2815]

I was 13 when this song came out 52 years ago - this cut to the bone in 1972 to the young me - and has been one of my favorites all my life.

[@blueduck5589]

You're the only Reactor that really hit it on the head what this tune meant! Great!

[@pcallas66]

Clair and Get Down were the other two I know from him. Listening to the song as a 6 year old and listening to the song today changes everything. At 6 years old, it was another song on the radio. As a 58 year old man, it's a way of life. It got to me and I see how it got to you, too. There's definitely an art to crafting something like this. Thank you for checking this one out.

[@brianparker663]

This song and "Nothing Rhymed" are among some of the best songs around. G.O'S. did not hesitate to explore difficult issues even at a time when popular music often seemed rather empty.

[@delseatube1700]

I loved this when I was young. He has another great song called ”Clair”. Great reaction. 😁👍🏾

[@brucewozniak9473]

That last verse gets ya in the feels Strangely upbeat for such sad lyrics. That acoustic guitar solo was exquisite.

[@BRIDINC1972]

Had many songs but the ones l remember most are this one, Clair, Matrimony😃 and Nothing Rhymed

[@ToeJammers-z4v]

I suggest you pull the lyrics… extremely thoughtfully written song!

[@thomaswright7167]

My generation..a great song..

[@rubyslippers8215]

I remember hearing this song on the radio...over and over...they played this a lot. As a kid, I never paid attention to the lyrics - as an only child and what they call an "adult orphan" I unfortunately, understand it all now...

[@arsanima777]

He wrote the song when he was 21. The song earned him 3 Grammy nominations. It was the second best-selling single of the year in America, behind Don McLean's American Pie.

[@deborahcooper9149]

He is from Ireland." Hint...O'Sullivan. Good song...we all felt that way at one time or another.

[@robvandervaart6489]

Yeah, Gilbert O'Sullivan, one of the greatest songwriters of our days. Listen to I'll Never Love Again, Blue Anchor Bay, Underneath The Blanket Go, Save It, Houdini Said, Don't Let It Get To You, That's Why I Love You...

[@proudmoon3]

This song just wrecks me. EVERY SINGLE TIME.

[@tomnoziglia8385]

OMG - such a sad beautiful song. Came out when I was a teen; played it over and over again. Classic.

[@sandyhickey8236]

Every time I'm feeling down, this is my go to song. Not sure why but I always feel better after I listen to it. Maybe because it makes me realize I truly am not alone as others go through their own problems

[@LSMSusan]

My parents only had about 5 LP's when I was a kid, this was one of them.

[@bryandamkaer3646]

Great song from my childhood... oh those memories. Thanks

[@livertic]

What a brilliant song, takes me back to my childhood.

[@cindyparsons6609]

Back in the 70's there was a lot of this melodic type of sound. You should check out the band Climax and their song Precious and Few.

[@tracybuck4829]

This song has been haunting me since I was a kid back in the 70's.

[@roydownes2458]

a huge hit when it came out. a very sad song about a guy who is emotionally shattered by the death of his parents and being stood up at the altar.

[@Erndog67]

This song especially the ending gets me every time.

[@davidcopson5800]

Never expected you to react to this song.

[@jamesfejedelem5831]

His song "Clair" is really nice.

[@simonesays7222]

"Nothing rhymed" is another beautiful song. That was when he was dressed like they dressed in the 1930's. It was his first hit. You will love it, trust me.

[@donaldlegate6377]

A wonderful singer-songwriter who was a massive star in the UK . He had many hits and a few in the US.

[@jbockman4170]

I was probably about 11 when this song came out. Was a huge hit on pop radio. I never realized how sad this song was until years later. In fact, it wasn't until after my father died that i realized what the song was about.

[@Nonniewantsmore]

It’s such a sweet melody for such a sad song. 😢

[@erinl1265]

First time i heard this song it hit me so deeply... i love his voice and loved the simplicity of it. The subject matter really made me cry (in a healing way).

[@annereidy7981]

'Clair' and' Nothing Rhymed', are two more hits from Gilbert.

[@rabmcaleer8903]

Seen him twice in concert in the last few years last year being the last time.Still a great songwriter and singer.Just him and his guitarist on stage 😀👍

[@lesliespeck8717]

His father was 65 when he passed away and his mother basically died the same day as there was no one else for her. Then he gets stood up at the altar, every one leaves without giving him any solace and then he contemplates suicide. Great sounding well played and performed sad song. Great reaction.

[@SWLinPHX]

As a toddler when this song was a hit I remember thinking how said it would be when my parents died. Then just 20 and 30 years later they both did and I continued relating when it became my reality .

[@stevefoulston]

Raymond Edward "Gilbert" O'Sullivan is an Irish singer-songwriter who achieved his most significant success during the early 1970s with hits such as "Alone Again", "Clair" and "Get Down". His songs are often marked by his distinctive, percussive piano playing style and observational lyrics using word play. In 1972, O'Sullivan's record sales surpassed ten million worldwide, and he was named as the number one male singer of the year. Peace out.

[@Morgaine]

Wow - going back to Junior High for me with this one- early 70s! This song was huge - huge radio play at the time. Little girls my age listening to it at sleepovers, or home alone, crying with a depth of sadness only experienced by Tween girls. His being Irish was a definite bonus.

[@HeavySixer]

Great song. I'm 54 and remember this song from the 70's riding along with mom (no seatbelts) to run errands and such.

[@Kathryne0816]

The opening is about a man stood up at his wedding, and so crushed that he contemplates going to a nearby tower to throw himself off. Gilbert is still around, and just recently re-recorded this song. You should check out the video of him talking about it.

[@maureentaphouse5206]

Oh my this takes me back to living in London early 70s and had a boyfriend who loved this guy's work.

[@belvagurr403]

It was recorded in 1971 but went to #1 in 1972, was in the June-July Top 100 for 6 weeks and #2 by the end of the year.

[@paulmoore1943]

The schoolboy clothes refers to the outfit he wore on the video for, and when performing, his first hit, "Nothing Rhymes". Another one where the lyrics hit hard, and one you simply must react to.

[@DawnSuttonfabfour]

The first verse is him being jilted on his wedding day.

[@mewhatveia7]

I have heard this song hundreds of times. I have teared up or cried every time. I used to have depression pretty bad and would play this song over and over and cry. In a strange way, it felt kind of comforting.

[@ChicagoDB]

Gilbert left the recording biz at the peak of his career when he was getting screwed by his record label. He never stopped performing though and still is actively performing!

[@toddhutchins2492]

Definitely a favorite.

[@garyfallows1123]

He's an amazing lyricist, so many great songs in his catalogue, he disappeared for a long time as he was embroiled in a legal fight with his ex manager over royalties, he successfully sued his former manager and I think won a payout of around 20 million, he's still touring, have a listen to Nothing Rhymed, superb musical arrangement 🇬🇧

[@56music64]

Remember, we were at venue organising our upcoming wedding and reception, when a guy came in and spoke to the reception, they asked him to wait whilst they went and got the chef. Turns out he was the best man who had come in to inform the venue that the groom had backed out. Chef not imoressed as half way through preparation of food for the reception! It happens....

[@04m11]

Great song about deleting one self

[@karamia1392]

Beautiful song with gorgeous lyrics ❤