10cc - I'm Not in Love Song Reaction! 1st Time Hearing!

10cc - I'm Not in Love Song Reaction! 1st Time Hearing! This was the 1st time Trey had heard this song. Let us know what other song reactions you would like to see us do, and thanks to our Patreon supporter, Bruce, for the suggestion!
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[@keithm.7335]

My definition of a classic song is that you can listen to it multiple times and you never get tired of listening to it. "I'm Not in Love" is a classic song.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Great point. Thanks Keith!

[@timwanwick6503]

Right On , Keith! I was 14 when this was released, over 40 years ago. It STILL sounds Fresh & Innovative. It NEVER gets older, only BETTER 😏

[@DCToonTime]

For me, the greatest single of the 70's. Stunning in it's concept and execution.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Fantastic song. Thanks for watching!

[@dsomerville5293]

We studied it in recording school

[@chrislegner4816]

Ethereal, timeless and simply unique. You have it right. This was groundbreaking for the time and hugely influential.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks Chris!

[@mariogiresi6792]

And it was all done without a computer in sight. Imagine that😊

[@royjordan5763]

The most underrated band of all time.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching Roy!

[@YoCraps-og4kt]

Yes they are. I tell anybody who will listen, they were also the best "sounding" live act I have ever seen. Even sounding better then Pink Floyd did during Dark Side of the Moon and Animals tours.

[@gracesmith3914]

@@YoCraps-og4kt Just a brilliant band..just a beautiful song .

[@Sherrodja]

This song has aged very well... truly timeless. For me, it induces instant time travel. Thanks for sharing.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Agreed it holds up perfectly! Thanks Jeff!

[@lylesmith9547]

This song broke so many barriers the bands like Queen, and Yes. We’re even more inspired and pushed the limits of technology even further after. Total gem from 10cc

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching Lyle!

[@EdwardWLynn]

Yeah, I saw a making of video and when they played it for the record company execs, everyone in the room had the same reaction, saying that it would be a huge hit.

[@edwardthorne9875]

I literally got goosebumps from listening to this, and watching your reactions. Even wiped my eyes at the end. Yes, 10cc has been underrated. The first 4 albums or so are all very clever, sort of odd, excellent production, good humoured. 'How Dare You' is one of my all time favorite albums. All that you could ask for in a rather experimental at times, pop group. Godley and Creme went on to produce interesting albums, as well as several videos for other artists. The story of how the group split up is quite sad. Thank you gents for once again doing a bang up job. Boy, this one takes me back!

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Awesome comment Edward and show why there is nothing like music! It takes us back to a time and place like NOTHING else. Thanks!!

[@burtonmediaprod]

Another cool fact -- Those vocal loops are all being fed into a huge mixing board. And each note (and remember 16 vocals doing a single note) is going to its own channel. For example channel 12 was an A, channel 13 was a B, channel 14 was a C and so on. During mix down, some one was "playing the faders" on the mixing board like they were different notes on a keyboard. So "bah-bah-bah-baaaahhhhhhh" was someone quickly sliding up the correct faders at the right time and quickly back down, to create those vocal riffs. Also for most of the song, all of the loop faders were brought up to a constant low level to give that droning angelic long "baaaaaaahhhhhhhhhh" sound. There is a great Making Of video available on KZbin. Well worth finding!

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for all the insight and for watching Clark!

[@burtonmediaprod]

I love that you guys are sharing this together. My daughter and I have a similar musical relationship. We've been to a lot of concerts together and share a love of classic bands. She is 20 now. She started collecting vinyl at 17. The first few albums she bought were DAYS OF FUTURE PASSED by The Moody Blues, BREAKFAST IN AMERICA by Supertramp, THE DOORS by The Doors, NEVERMIND by Nirvana, SGT PEPPER'S by The Beatles. Keep sharing with each other and keep sharing insight with KZbinrs. BTW I guess I get it from my mom. We've been to over 50 concerts together ranging from Steely Dan to Santana to The Moody Blues to CSN.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Awesome stuff Clark!!!

[@poetgb]

Wow, this is like taking a trip down memory lane for me. I first heard this song on the radio on a beach in Atlantic City back in Summer 1975 while we were on family vacation. My brother and I were 16 years old in high school. When we first heard this we were stunned by the fact that it was different from the music we were used to listening to. This song has an abundance of atmosphere and mood This is a classic, a huge hit on it's release. I thought it was a unique piece of music back then and now all these years later I love the song even more. It is a masterpiece. I love how the harmonies and musical effects build up to a sense of suspense. There is a haunting quality about this song. I agree with the review you both gave and I agree with both your high ratings of 9.0 Really good choice of song.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for sharing that great memory Poet!

[@henningbosrensen8345]

agree. and probably the song I have ever heard most times in a row when I was young even though I did not fully understand the lyrics when I was a 13 year old Danish boy

[@henningbosrensen8345]

…. And the second most played song at that time for me was “da ya Think I m sexy” by rod stewart. But that words did I know what ment😉😂

[@satnitcboy]

THE song of one of the most memorable summers of my life. (And the song has to be recognized as part of what made it memorable.)

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Sounds like it was a great summer! It is always fantastic how music can transport us back to a time and place in an instant. Thanks Tom!

[@flanflinger37]

First heard this track from their Original Soundtrack album before it became the major hit single. Listening to 10cc was always an experience, such great lyrics and superbly produced arrangements.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Agreed Phil! Thanks for watching!

[@northnsouth6813]

Eric Stewart of 10cc was a member of Wayne Fontana and the Mindbenders. In March 1968, Gouldman joined Stewart in The Mindbenders, Gouldman, made a name for himself as a hit songwriter, penning "Heart Full of Soul", "Evil Hearted You" and "For Your Love" for The Yardbirds, "Look Through Any Window" and "Bus Stop" for The Hollies and "No Milk Today", "East West" and "Listen People" for Herman's Hermits. Godley and Creme left 10cc due to creative differences and went on to make more records.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for all the insight and info and for watching Derek!

[@edwardmeradith2419]

The vocal textures are fabulous- I remember hearing that in total there were 200 + vocal tracks, The vocal panning is inimitable- an analog recording absolute peak

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Yes!

[@themadcow71]

A must listen if you're taking your yacht out for a spin. So I hear.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Haha we are going to spin it on the yacht this weekend Dan!

[@cl4re4d4ms]

Is it “Yacht Rock”?

[@sloot69x]

Don,t think there where that many Yachts in Stockport!

[@Videodragon64]

First heard it in Guardians of the Galaxy movie that soundtrack really opened my eyes and ears to great tracks

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching Carson!

[@steftymo]

10cc have a fantastic back catalogue..Donna, Rubber Bullets, The Dean and I, Wall St. Shuffle. Plus some great, albums.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching Stefan!

[@270yis7]

One of the great love songs of the 70s.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Agreed! Stay safe Ken!

[@keithalcorn9102]

Such an awesome tune! I never tire of this one! Thanks for the review guys!

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks Keith! Hope you are safe and well!

[@fishhookism]

I appreciate you looking into the song's history before listening to it. To many reactors don't seem to understand certain aspects of the song they listen to and then they try to guess the meaning behind them. Stewart's use of the choir tracking makes the sounds of the song much more understandable when you hear it on the radio.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Always try to dig into meaning etc before we react. Gotta know what the artist had in mind going in! Thanks John!

[@realjaxon]

I bought the vinyl LP with this tune on it when it was brand new. I still have the album. Great spacey tune.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching!

[@sardonicismismism3511]

10cc were my favorite band for a long time - How Dare You is a great album - Art For Art's Sake, I Wanna Rule The World - Sheet Music is an incredible album so far ahead of its time...WOW

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching and sharing!

[@Isleofskye]

Love your reaction and glad you kept the vibe going by not pausing during the song :)

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for Watching!

[@keithweelands5822]

Love this song 10cc very underrated, for another very underrated but innovative band, try SPARKS, I recommend "No. 1 in heaven"

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for the suggestion and for watching Keith!

[@lemming9984]

Underrated?? 10cc have always been one of the highly rated bands from the 70s. Many hit singles, most (including this) getting to number 1 in the charts.

[@marknorth1004]

Sparks like nothing youve ever heard unique

[@hermandadams]

10.cc were the original Manchester super group, this was there main hit and a last slow dance classic in the discos and clubs at the time. but there catalogue was just brilliant

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Yes we have done a couple more of their songs now and they are outstanding. Thanks for watching!

[@cabdriveruk]

Written by Eric Stewart and Graham Gouldman, Stewart came up with the idea for the song after his wife of eight years asked him why he didn't say "I love you" more often.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching cabdriveruk!

[@JonzStoneroadAvalon808]

I was 5 years old when this song came out but it was a huge hit in the 1970s that it even played consecutively on the air until 1980.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

It stands the test of time! Thanks Jonz!

[@loumelillo1790]

One of the greatest songs of all time!Easily better than anything from the last 30 yrs.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching lou melillo!

[@lauramcaz]

You are so right

[@davidhuggan6315]

I've seen them perform it live twice. Brilliant

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

I can only imagine! Thanks for watching David!

[@jamesnash6101]

I'm very pleased that these masterpieces are past from one generation to the next generation.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for Watching!

[@MrDevtun]

Great review fellas. I was just a pup in the mid 70s, but I remember that tune from picnics & road trips - it was in heavy rotation. Check out 'Miracles' by Jefferson Starship (formerly Jefferson Airplane). It comes from the same time period '75ish.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

We will check it out. Thanks for the comment and for watching Dave!

[@Starriddin]

Watch “ the making of I’m not in Love” video. The only synth was on the bass drum to make it softer. All the background Ahhs were recorded on tape and mixed together with sliders in the studio. A monumental task at the time!

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Amazing what they did with this. Thanks!

[@kwaobenti]

Enjoyable review, and educational too! I'm old enough to have heard this beautiful song on the radio when it first came out and many times since then, but I knew nothing about the 12 foot tape loops! Keep up the good work guys!

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks Ben really appreciate it!

[@mariogiresi6792]

Billy Joel did his version in 1977 with Just The Way You Are, and Will To Power did they’re remake in 1990. If the song has impact in 2022 you should have heard it when it was brand new back in 1975. It was absolutely mesmerizing. Great reaction video👍🏻

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

I can only imagine. Thanks Mario!

[@mikedenvir3139]

unrelated to this vid, but I highly recommend you do reaction to Supertramp's 'Crime of the Century' album. one of the best of all time mark my word

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@gonzaloreyes8782]

Amazing song very advance for that year👍

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for Watching!

[@stuartharrison165]

A great song from my teens , WOW said it all .

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks Stuart!

[@CosmicStargoat]

Just a beautiful, haunting song with such a message. The heart-breaking denial is irresistible. The man *IS* in love...head over heals in denial. We can only hope that whatever delicious and wonderful gal on the end of this song, forgives and embraces him and his false bravado.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Yes! Great comment, thanks!

[@Original_Lurke_fromthe_Unknown]

This was my Dads favorite song. Everytime I hear it puts a smile on my face. R.I.P.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Oh wow glad it has that effect and sorry for your loss Bill

[@doc6448]

Another great choice guys....really good insight on this one. Shawn.....you were definitely digging that one. Someone mentioned Thunderclap Newman’s Something in the Air.....think that’s a great call....definitely hear the Pete Townsend influence on that one. Keep rockin guys.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks Doc!

[@walshaw2]

Eric Stewart(the main singer on this song) was inspired to write it after being frequently nagged by his wife that he didn't tell her he loved her often enough(which he did).....After a long search to find the perfect female voice to say the words "Big Boys don't Cry", their secretary just happened to pop her head around the door, while they were recording the song, to tell them that someone was on the phone for them and they immediately knew that hers was just the voice they'd been looking for.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Yes we mention some of these things in the video. Thanks for watching

[@marceltroia9750]

Great reaction to one of my fav bands of all time. as you mentioned a very very very underrated band.. They have sooo many great tunes. Thank you so much

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Really appreciate the kind words!!!! Thanks for watching Marcel!

[@LeChaunce]

Oh, and the instrument you thought might be a Moog synth was a Fender Rhodes electric piano. Now you need to listen to "Just The Way You Are" by Billy Joel, which basically lifts the arrangement for this song.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

I am familiar with Billy's song and noticed that. On the instruments I think we are both right lol "In keeping with Godley's idea to focus on the voices, only a few instruments were used: a Fender Rhodes electric piano played by Stewart, a Gibson 335 electric guitar played by Gouldman for the rhythm melody, and a bass drum sound played by Godley on a Moog synthesizer which Creme had recently purchased and learnt how to program." As always thanks Applesauce and stay safe out there!

[@LeChaunce]

Reactions To The Classics Good call on the instrumentation! I’ve always been so focused on that Rhodes that I never noticed... and I’ve researched the song extensively and even tried to cover it. Now I need to revisit my attempt... likely that missing Moog is why I couldn’t get it right. And yes, I’m keeping safe and hope you all are doing the same. :)

[@jaycee7594]

The girl who whispers "big boys don't cry" was the receptionist at 10cc's Strawberry studios in Manchester UK

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Yep. Thanks for watching!

[@allanrose2964]

I'm not in love, Hello it's Me (Todd R) and I Go Crazy (Paul Davis) are 3 of my all-time favorite songs. Senior in 1973. Right in the middle of the best music period in our history....per me! LOL Glad you enjoyed it too.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

No argument on that making a claim for best music period Allan! Thanks for watching!

[@TheCornishCockney]

This,AND Bohemian Rhapsody came out in the same year,1975. Incredible year,in fact,the entire decade was magic in music.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

That is a great point hadn't even thought they were the same year. Awesome stuff for sure. Thanks!

[@10mmfan]

Mostly I love the father and son interacting and enjoying the best music of our lifetimes. I loved doing this with my son who was very musically talented and loved the great music of the past. He’s gone now. At age 21 he left this world. You guys remind me so much how my son and I would talk about music for hours and listen to oldies. So glad I can see this on your channel. Keep it up and always live very moment together as if it is your last.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for sharing that deeply personal story and we are so sorry for your loss. :(

[@Carousel5883]

Omg I'm sorry for your loss.

[@itsoldsoulagain]

Another great video! When is your next livestream?

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Friday night 6pm CST. Thanks old soul!

[@itsoldsoulagain]

@@ReactionsToTheClassics Perfect! I should be there!

[@johnmiddleton2566]

In a word ... Timeless

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Agreed! Thanks for watching John!

[@LeChaunce]

I always want to throw the piano bit from "Who Are You" by the Who into this at the end since they're in the same key (and possibly the same chord changes).

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Great observation!

[@aidansmyth6480]

Billy Joel also gives credit to 'I'm Not In Love' for shaping the sounds Joel and his producer Phil Ramone employed on Joel's breakthrough song 'Just The Way You Are'. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gobKlYKaltpohbM

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Great info, thanks Aidan!

[@edwardmeradith2419]

Also - “Don’t Give Up” is a little bit like an “adult” version of Bohemian Rhapsody.

[@keithm.7335]

I think you mean "Don't Hang Up" from the album HOW DARE YOU, where all the original members of 10cc recorded together for the last time as a group before Godley and Creme left.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching Edward

[@edwardmeradith2419]

Yes!!’ Thanks Keith!! “Don’t Hang Up” is definitely what I meant, (must have been late at night:)

[@keithm.7335]

@@edwardmeradith2419 I understand. I have made my share of mistakes for that reason or other.

[@backbeat44]

Interestingly Stewart & Goldman first wrote it in a bosa nova style and Godley & Creme thought it was crap, so they threw it out but the staff around the studio kept humming it so they knew there was something there and Godley suggested they do it in a completely novel way with just voices. They had their own studio, Strawberry studios, name after the Beatles song, and Stewart was a master engineer and the rest is history as they say. To note Trey - those sounds you mentioned panning left and right on your headphones/speakers were also their vocals - “the low voices on there sound like 'cellos. If you slow the loop down to 7.5ips, a human voice sounds amazingly just like a 'cello. It's got the rasp from the throat that sounds like the rosin on a bow swiping across the strings. Unbelievable. We used the sound on that album quite a lot.” Anyway, as always, you guys do a tremendous job researching and reviewing - much appreciated.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

As always BMac you bring great insight AND choose fantastic material. Thanks for the support!!

[@JoeScottish]

It was only their breakthrough hit in the US....they'd had many hits in the UK before :)

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching Joe Ezzi!

[@starmocha4611]

cancion chingona!!

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching Star Mocha!

[@starmocha4611]

@@ReactionsToTheClassics you bet

[@colincampbell5967]

saw this band at the Hammersmith Odeon in London in the 80's (after Godley & Creme had left). Didn't think i knew much about them until the played hit after hit throughout the concert, recognising their songs from the radio. Great concert. Suggest Nothing Compares To You - Sinead O'Connor (cover of Prince song) emotionally brilliant

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

I know that song but Trey doesn't. Great suggestion! Haha bet that was pretty cool to sit there and go oh I know that one and that one etc. Thanks Colin!

[@hm_nn_5633]

Multi track & multi layered vocalisations.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Yep

[@MrChelseatel]

My all time best song never tire of hearing it ...I'm not in love is the best song ever...in my opinion.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

It is fantastic!!! Thanks for watching Tezza!

[@billdemudd6697]

Great stuff Hope u all staying sane Cannu believe shops have no marmite left? Stuff tastes like road tar!

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

We are trying Dan!!! You as well and hope you are safe!

[@stuartharrison165]

Try Vegemite , spread thin on toast . Aussie goodness .

[@matsjakobsson6803]

Check Out Their " Dreadlock Holiday"

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Really appreciate the suggestion and thanks for watching Mats Jakobsson!

[@rockingbirdey]

If you're a Zoomer like me, you first heard this song in Guardians of the Galaxy. Love the song.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching The Rockinbird hope things are well for you!

[@IanHillan]

Voted best single of all time in the UK at the time as I remember (I was 13). Of course Bohemian Rhapsody came out the same year and knocked it off the top spot. They recorded this with analog tape. No digital recording or effects back them. They basically recorded a separate loop of tape for each chromatic voice note and ran them through different channels of the board and turned a giant mixing desk into the world's biggest Mellotron. So badass and inventive. There's a KZbin video somewhere about the making of it. Here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaDblmejodiEpdU

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Yes just simply amazing what they did at the time. Thanks for watching Ian!

[@tomward2056]

Because of electronic boards, everything now has a certain sameness to it. To produce a song back then required expertise using the equipment. Each producer had his own methods. Songs didn't sound the same even if they used some of the same techniques.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Great points. Thanks Tom!

[@uhdudewhy7980]

One of the most beautiful songs ever. Check out their album Bloody Tourists. Not a bad song on it imho.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Agreed and we will. Thanks!

[@AF276300]

Excellent review of a great & timeless song, guys! The album this song was featured on ("The Original Soundtrack") is also great. Every song on it is marvelous. Have a listen. I would also suggest that you review Squeeze's 1982 album masterpiece "Sweets From A Stranger" and/or their song "Tempted" from their prior album. Thanks! (Also try out The Replacement's 1987 great album, "Pleased To Meet Me".)

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for suggestions and for watching Aaron!

[@michaeltutty1540]

Quite the piece of music. If you REALLY want to hear it right, try to find a "Quadraphonic" stereo from the 70s. Surround sound at its best. The other good way is in an 88 or 89 Ford "Panther" car with the High Level Sound Package. There is no replacement for the high impedance speakers that capture the depth in a way new speakers just cannot.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

haha both those may be tough to come by but appreciate the advice!

[@higahayato78]

Real classic! Although I think this is the only song I know by 10cc. Tori Amos's version is really good too!

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@Soul-ui3vf]

¡Nice song!

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching Tony!

[@saramcenery6081]

Art for Art’s sake, yes very clever band, few people knew how they did it, but folk weren’t so tech then.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Yes nowadays easy to replicate but had to have some thinking outside the box back in the day!

[@musicloverUK]

10cc best band in the World for me after the Beatles, obviously. This is how we get I'm Not In Love wef 2019 in the UK, breathtaking!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p33KiKyOqc1rgc0. True ' Sons of Beatles'; seen them 9 times In recent years and more re Graham's Heart Full of Songs tour. And yes I've seen Jeff Lynne's ELO which was fabulous too in Jeff's home town . 10cc biography has been updated: www.10ccbook.com. Both 10cc and ELO feature on vocals and multiinstrumentalist Iain Hornal, check him out too: www.hornal.net. For me the grandson of the Beatles and son of 10cc/ELO is surely the Divine Comedy, songs written entirely by Neil Hannon. Also, checkout Kevin Godley's Channel to see the video to Son of Man, explaining how 10cc evolved, which plays as a gig intro.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Wow great insight, info, and links! Thanks so much for taking the time share Lauretta and for watching!

[@musicloverUK]

@@ReactionsToTheClassics you're welcome. It was so lovely to meet Graham at signing sessions after his gigs and thank him and tell him how much his then 50 years of songs (For the Yardbirds, the Hollies, Hermans Hermits, 10cc, Wax, solo) meant to me, he was very humble - a lovely chap! Iain Hornal current 10cc lead singer had a solo (Yacht Rock) gig in Jan. 20 in his local pub in St Albans and I turned round to see Graham and a couple of Iain's Jeff Lynne's ELO bandmates behind me, nice that they give their support. Iain and his band performed 'Lonely Boy' for Graham as a nod to Graham's Wax days with dear departed Andrew Gold. Graham treasured his writing times with Andrew. Once, at a 10cc signing, Paul Burgess who has drummed with them at gigs since 1973 replied to my thanks "it amazes me people still want to come and hear 10cc!"' Ya think??!! Anyway I'm a gig nut, there's a fair bit on my Channel which I started doing to spread the word about great live experiences. I have discovered the most amazing UK Americana duo called Smith and Brewer who I also feature heavily, E.g. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGaTqqaOhraMiKc 👍

[@marcharley6465]

Every member of this band was very talented and this is a classic song which has withstood the test of time. I have mixed feelings about 10CC because of the offensively racist lyrics in their song "Dreadlock holiday", which was a hit single here in the UK.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks Marc!

[@stevemartin4249]

Yeah, that song has aged well. It sometimes reminded me of the Vangelis soundtrack to the original Bladerunner.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching Steve!

[@markcasserly3992]

Hey guys I love your videos particularly the ones on Bob Dylan. Any chance you could do a review of his newly released song (first original song since 2012), 'Murder Most Foul', cos I would love your thoughts on it. Keep Safe Mark

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Hey Mark we would love to but he blocks the vid when the song is used. That said we might do one just commenting on it without the music. Really appreciate the kind words and you watching. You stay safe as well in these crazy times!

[@markcasserly3992]

@@ReactionsToTheClassics No worries maybe sometime u could play it one of your live streams

[@ilash81]

Yeah, this is an excellent song. Early 10cc was really, really good. Some of their stuff does emphasize the art part of "art-pop" (One Night in Paris, in particular) so they can be quite weird but, yeah, the first four (I think) albums are probably worth checking out. Also, though I don't agree with Jay below about this being too mellow, I definitely second his recommendation of Electric Light Orchestra. I like 10cc a lot but I absolutely love ELO. Plus, considering that ELO was basically Jeff Lynne, the Beatles connection is even stronger than with Badfinger. They were and probably still are, however, one of the least cool bands in the history of rock music. Why that is, is anyone's guess, because their best stuff is really, really top-notch.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

We will for sure do an ELO soon, any suggestion from you on song?

[@ilash81]

@@ReactionsToTheClassics Hmmm... good question. Loads of options. For something a bit slower that builds up into something with real sweep, Telephone Line or I Can't Get It Out of My Head. For something more upbeat, Mr. Blue Sky is the obvious one but 10358 Overture is about as rocking as they get (they're not exactly Led Zeppelin) and Sweet Talking Woman or Living Thing are pretty much pure pop perfection. Take your pick from any of those.

[@norvanernorvaner3291]

That wasn't a moog ...it was a doctored guitar called a gizmo....Godley & Creme invented it and 10cc disbanded because Godley & Creme wanted to take the gizmo to the market....unfortunately it didn't happen for them.

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Thanks for the insight and for watching!

[@dannydorko7075]

Great song! It's very similar to 'she's gone' by hall and oates, which came out a year earlier I think. Who's the wrestling fan by the way?

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

yes it's like a combination of some of the music of the day fused together she's gone along with Chicago's wishing you were here..

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Thanks for watching Danny!

[@energlynblues1563]

I don't like it, I love it !!!!

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haha agreed! Thanks!

[@matsjakobsson6803]

They overdubbed again and again in just 8 Chanel .

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Yes fantastic stuff!

[@saramcenery6081]

funny, I preferMandy Fly Me, but it was played to exhaustion in the uk !

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I can only imagine! Thanks Sara!

[@deathfromhell1603]

Hey guys, why don't you react to judas priest classic albums? First 4 albums, especially sad wings of destiny and stained class! :)

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We will give it a look. Thanks for watching!

[@starry2006]

I think it's better to give the background after the song, otherwise there's less surprise for those who haven't heard a song.

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We can agree to disagree as it also points out things to listen for.

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

classic in the middle Big Boys Don't cry breakdownthere was a terrible am edit for radio that chopped-off half of it and it was a waste of time to listen to because the song sounded like it sucked. 😂 all the Aahs in the beginning that sound like buzzing is simply just all those vocals layer together on top of each other. just like Shawn said 29 vocal adds.. they took a page out of the Beatles playbook totally when you listen to the song because from Abbey Road there was John George and Paul recorded three times for a total of nine layers which is why the Reverb sound so strong.

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Ya it is their 4 voices layered over and over. Thanks for watching Kev and YES radio edits suck!!! Leave it as it was attended OR don't make it a single!

[@leejeffrey5924]

The name of the band has a hidden humorous meaning. 10 cc (cubic centimetres) is the medical measurement of the average male ejaculation.

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Yes I read that just decided not to share lol

[@ilovecatweazle]

Pink Floyd used the same tape loop technique a couple of years ealier in Darkside of the Moon but not to this extent. I suppose a there should also be a shout out to the Beach Boys and their ability to effectively layer voices to sound like a choir (also Carpenters did the same). It was an oddball track at the time and everybody loved it. It only makes me a little sad because this song was a break up dance at least twice for me, but I did eventually find the right girl.

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Once is not good but TWICE is cruel! Haha but it sounds like it turned out well! Thanks for the comment and for watching!

[@deechatterton5828]

This song has always been a conundrum to me. The effects of all the vocal tracks is very ethereal, even heavenly. But the lyrics are downright rude. I always liked it and denial certainly is a possibility but I don't think I'll ever totally get it. By the way, I don't think anyone has mentioned where the group's name came from. I understand that 10cc is the average volume of the human male ejaculate. I've heard that from a few different places but never the band itself. Only too happy to pass on unsubstantiated rumors!!

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Don't think that is right on the name, YES I researched it and it is closer to 3cc and YES never thought I would research that even though I am the research guy lol!

[@lc0597]

Dee Chatterton - i find your comment about the lyrics to be a little strange. what’s rude about a narrator being in denial about their feelings for someone?

[@PeKe999]

Hi. Not quite a band I liked back in the 70ties. They had some top 10 hits over here in The Netherlands. This song was their biggest one over here. I am not that fond of the songwring qualities of Eric Stewart. His collaboration with Paul McCartney on the album Press To Play wasn't that succesgul. Graham Gouldman is a great songwriter, a lot of hits for other bands.

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Thanks for watching Pe Ke and i hope things are safe and well in The Netherlands!

[@pleasenoauto-tunemachinesj9435]

This is the middle part I don't like where the preposterous loop repeats Kathy's dimwitted line: "Big boys don't cry" to make this song go off. 5:42 - 6:09

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thanks for watching! love your user name!!!

[@nesgimp6099]

A technical masterpiece sadly it just doesn’t do it for me. Fantastic use of the studio true technicians. I know it’s good but for some reason it just doesn’t connect with me. 🙁

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Thanks for watching anyway!

[@cdadlpop]

First time hearing INIL? Yeah right.

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It’s not like this song is popular here in the States