Don McLean - Vincent | REACTION | This IS SO Brilliant.

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[@mayabairey]

Lol Lynn bought the song reaction on Patreon, gifted to me, and I requested a song for Jodi. ~SALVO SQUAD~

[@kathybwell]

nice group effort there

[@weedsnwildflowers]

I believe this is the most beautiful song ever written. Makes me cry every time I hear it. He was such a beautiful story teller. His voice is so beautiful.

[@williamanderson3185]

Me too.

[@jpmnewyork]

Yes. I cried again. And his rendition here with just the guitar is every bit as powerful as the studio recording.

[@californiagold3857]

I agree. It is flawlessly beautiful. So sincere.

[@666bbdoll]

Me too.

[@Kayjee17]

There are a few of us, at least. Surprisingly, after watching the fantastic Doctor Who episode about Vincent Van Gough, this song makes me cry even more.

[@maggieshevelew1693]

One of the saddest, yet most beautiful songs ever written. In my top five for probably fifty years now. The lyrics…. “When no hope was left in sight on that starry, starry night, you took your life as lovers often do. But I could’ve told you Vincent, this world was never meant for one as beautiful as you.” Breathtaking.

[@Jim-m9k]

I totally agree

[@ChrisW-17]

Even after multiple listenings, that line still gets me every time. 😢

[@donnakubiski5572]

I also love the lines A silver thorn of bloody rose, lie crushed and broken on the virgin snow.

[@nzmoggy3898]

How you suffered for your sanity also gets every time.

[@NorthernRambler]

I've heard it a millions times and it still gets to me

[@sharipetkovsek5502]

One of the most beautifully sad songs ever written

[@ChicagoDB]

A musical masterpiece…a fabulous tribute to master painter.

[@mikemiller3069]

There is a video of this song with Van Gogh's artwork in the background. It is really good and helps bring the words to life.

[@terri2494]

I think it also has the lyrics, which are sheer poetry. I was also going to suggest that video.

[@jodyjackson5475]

I love that one so much ❤

[@alchemy-oi8xf]

Your silence/speechlessness immediately after the video ended, Salvo, was the ABSOLUTE perfect reaction. (Though, as always, I loved your particularly thoughtful comments, too.)

[@terri2494]

Yes! That stunned silence spoke volumes.

[@jasonremy1627]

This song breaks me every time i hear it. So beautiful, so tragic

[@daz_n]

So many people think Vincent van Gogh was just 'the painter who cut off his ear' when in fact, he was so much more than that. He endured such a long struggle with mental illness yet was capable of such breathtaking beauty.

[@christopherone1]

really...'so many people'...who thinks that? Most are very very familiar with this incredible renowed iconic artist and the struggles, pain and sorrows he sadly endured.

[@starmnsixty1209]

​@@christopherone1Probably more than you would guess it seems. But this song is hauntingly beautiful.

[@JennyB28928]

I remember studying Van Gogh at high school and the teacher played this song while we were painting. He asked us why it made us sad and I said the line ‘this world was never meant for one as beautiful as you’ was crushing because those are the people we need more than anything in it. He gave me a smile and said ‘never forget that’. And I never did Mr.J! 💫❤💫

[@sourisvoleur4854]

To paraphrase Milton, a good teacher is a thing of joy forever.

[@TripletDad3]

That's a great teacher! By asking you the question and letting you come to that conclusion, it resonates much more than if you are simply told something. Adding "never forget that" was a very powerful statement to you and others in that class.

[@californiagold3857]

Perhaps one of the most beautiful songs ever written. Just flawlessly beautiful.

[@Noelle0026]

One of the most beautiful and haunting songs ever written.

[@lilamuzik3385]

I went to the Van Gogh exhibit. Look over some of his paintings, and the lyrics will make even more sense.

[@joelliebler5690]

One of the best and most emotional stories ever made or sung!😢

[@wpollock1]

This is where lyrics end and poetry begins. So well written!

[@dorothystorry1733]

The video with all of Vincent’s paintings in it is so much more beautiful!

[@ellet6560]

For anyone who hasn't seen the lyric video that features Van Gogh's paintings, it is quite lovely: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pamrn4WcnamgqM0

[@JohnPaul-hm2ys]

The beautiful song Killing Me Softly was written after Lori Leiberman heard him perform Empty Chairs. Beauty inspired beauty. Killing Me Softly came to fame with the amazing Roberta Flack recording, which I think you would enjoy.

[@daz_n]

👍Empty Chairs kills me too. 😭

[@sourisvoleur4854]

@@daz_n It's another break-you kind of song. This album has no skippable tracks.

[@stevehackett2678]

I always heard it was American Pie.

[@JohnPaul-hm2ys]

@stevehackett2678 It was definitely Empty Chairs according to the writer. I met Don back in 1982. During a break, we were having a smoke, and I asked him about it since Killing Me Softly is a childhood favorite. He said that most people think it was it was American Pie because it was his best known aong.

[@madmadmona]

Vincent did see rings around everything he looked at, a symptom of acute lead poisoning, indicating a level of poisoning sufficient to cause brain damage. Thus, it seems likely that much if not all of Vincent's mental illness was also an affect of the lead poisoning. Ironically, the aberration of his visual perception, the bright rings around what he saw in day to day life, was also one of the most admired affects in his work. A sad life for our genius. His greatness went unrecognized in his lifetime, and he died poor and penniless and alone. Don's tribute to Vincent touches my heart. And Vincent lives on . . . .

[@joannparker1977]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written. RIP Vincent Van Gogh.

[@Eurynomea]

Back in my high school days (1979), I was in art class and my teacher was showing us a slide show of Van Gogh paintings and she was playing this song to accompany the slides. I cried sitting there in my seat. My teacher took a personal interest in me after witnessing my emotional response.

[@JennyB28928]

Those teachers are the best aren’t they? I had a similar experience.

[@tjrivers]

So beautiful…such a sad life Vincent had, in life. They say the many rings of light he painted were a direct result of his psychotic episodes. He saw things that way. Enjoying your reactions!

[@christinewaide5249]

This song is so beautiful. I cry every time I hear it.

[@sourisvoleur4854]

Same

[@LunaJo67WDHTMJ]

Such a beautiful song and sang with soul and emotion with an amazing voice..... Love it! Being Dutch this is extra special... LJ

[@annedunne4526]

I knew this song and loved it long before I had any idea who Vincent Van Gogh was. Later I studied art and further appreciated how perfectly Don McLean captures those paintings in words. I've been to the Netherlands and visited the Van Gogh museum. Sadly Vincent never benefited in any way from his art. We're lucky that his paintings were saved by his brother for us to know. Don McLean has written some real treasures of songs. This is one of the best.

[@sherryheim5504]

Such a beautiful tribute song, it is a timeless classic in my opinion. Great lyrics such outstanding poetry. When you understand that VanGogh only sold one painting while he was alive, the underlying pain of his life's struggle is punctuated by the swirls and colors within his paintings. He had a wealthy brother who gave him shelter and cared for him but for much of the time, Vincent continued to choose to live on the street. MacLean's vocals are a smooth and gentle as the brush strokes VanGogh laid upon the canvas. Thank you.

[@AmandaSmith-zr8mn]

His writing is just wild. A true poet

[@AmandaSmith-zr8mn]

Can we also talk about how good these old analog recordings sound 😍

[@OldiesAl]

This sing has haunted me with its tragic yet beautiful lyrics and Don's performance, I recently flew from the UK to NY for a holiday, top of my list was a visit to MoMa, to stand in front of The Starry Night brought tears to my eyes. RIP Vincent Van Gogh you were before your time, we are listening now

[@MoMoMyPup10]

Somewhere, Lori Liebermann is in that audience and Mr. McLean is the reason that she wrote the lyrics to "Killing Me Softly" that night (Roberta Flack made it a huge hit)

[@aussiemal8701]

This is an amazing tribute and to be able to paint with words Van Gogh's life and paintings is understated brilliance. One of those songs that holds your attention from beginning to end.

[@loisrogers9042]

Beautiful. It makes me cry every time.😢❤

[@cottontopprintshop452]

Don McLean teamed with Home Free to release this. It is certainly a beautiful song, and Don's voice STILL brings this song!

[@JorgeM523]

Thank you, you opened my Eyes on this one. Absolutely Beautiful.

[@richmurgatroyd3584]

Your reaction as usual relays what I ve felt about this song for 50 years.I get a tear every time I hear it .Just beautiful and sad too 😢

[@thomasripley1548]

There is a version of this song with all of Vincent's pictures as backdrop, its amazing...

[@sourisvoleur4854]

1. I can't hear this without tearing up. 2. "Flaming flowers that brightly blaze" has got to be the most incredible 5-word phrase in all of popular music 3. I visited the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, and although "The Starry Night" was not there, there was a still life of pears that took my breath away. And I don't mean I really liked it -- I mean it literally made me stop breathing. The man had just an unbelievable talent.

[@davidp.williams7723]

Brilliantly crafted lyrics and an overall composition that is criminally underrated.

[@bettyartis3648]

He paints with words. I always choke up when he begins...and when no hope was left in sight...that rips my heart out every time. Van Gogh never sold during his lifetime. An artist committed to his work but with no soft place to fall. Another great reaction from you. Oh and when are we hearing more Bee Gees? Hmm?

[@CC-gd9wl]

My darling brother committed suicide a year ago March due to a terminal illness in which there was no hope. This song sends me right over the edge so I rarely listen to it. In Tom's obituary were the words 'This world was never meant for one as beautiful as you.' I never thought a song that was written the year he was born would be such a magnificent tribute to (him) in death. Your reaction was perfect. That's why I watched. Your reactions are always so thoughtful.

[@JennyB28928]

💔 Sincerest condolences. Your comment really touched me. What a heartbreaking situation. I bet Tom was especially close to you today. ❤❤❤

[@mdj-ie7rj]

So sorry. I completely relate that many songs are impossible to listen to after losing a loved one 💔💧

[@starmnsixty1209]

Sorry for such a loss. It sounds like you were very close.💔

[@mrnobody3161]

After over 50 years of listening to this song it still brings a tear my, I as I have struggled with mental health for 50 years because I was born into a dysfunctional existence. The greatest gift from my life experience of struggling is the Empathy I've gained for other people. Don McClean encapsulates this Gift as a Singer Songwriter. ☮️

[@jaddison1112]

This song and the real Vincent have touched me deeply through my adult life. I discovered Van Gogh art and his tragic story about the time this song came out. I was about 20 years old in college, and struggling with serious depression, isolation, and thoughts of suicide. Having an artist hero helped me hang on off and on through my years. I'm 73 and still here, still love this song, and still love Vincent.

[@mdj-ie7rj]

Like millions of artists, outcasts, and simply lonely people, I’ve always loved Vincent. If you haven’t read his life story, please do-just prepare your heart in advance

[@jodyjackson5475]

Every time - I weep from deep within - this is such a beautiful creation

[@jerryb1439]

This song can bring tears to my eyes nearly every time I hear it. Yes, his delivery is perfect. The lyrics are also amazing poetry. Thanks for reacting to it.

[@josephscally6270]

The lyrics to this song are just beautiful poetry. The melody feels like a bonus.

[@dawnschneider187]

I still cry every time I hear this song... thank you for this.

[@j.kevvideoproductions.6463]

What I appreciate is your genuine emotional reactions to songs such as this. Your are one of my favorite "reactors" for this reason.

[@TexasDonna-xu6fq]

Don rereleased this song at age 78 in a collab with the a cappella group Home Free! He sounds just as good as he did then. The Home Free collab is beautiful and you should check it out! He also did a collab with them on American Pie during covid lockdown!

[@mayabairey]

ooooh I did not know this

[@tomnoziglia8385]

This song is such a classic. Beautiful poetry set to music. A pure masterpiece., and so sad.

[@brianh9358]

I went to the Van Gogh tour in Minneapolis when it was here in town. There was a guy outside the venue who dropped by and played this song near the entrance. A lot of people stopped to listen and I think it had an impact. I think at least a few people left the exhibit understanding Vincent, and the beauty of the world that he painted, just a little bit better because of that unknown singer.

[@celebrian995]

This song touches me everytime I hear it. A beautiful song by a wonderful storyteller.

[@LLS710]

Even in the hippie & folk scene of the time, this song was one of those that towered above the rest. The early 70s was a very mellow time period on public radio after the wild hard rocking late 60s. The airwaves were filled with tunes like this. It was a special time that died out with the birth of disco in 74.

[@douglasg.9271]

I’ve loved this song for 50 yrs.

[@charlesking8943]

I’m sure some people already commented this. but Vincent Van Gogh as an artist we all hear about had a very very sad story. He never sold a painting, he was rejected by the art community who we’re riding the Impressionist movement . After having a very rough life and totally being supported by his brother , he was institutionalized and his time there was when he came up with starry night. After he was released, shortly afterwards he took his own life with a gun. After a life of trying very hard to get a life as an artist and being rejected by the art world… NOW they sell for huge amounts. I always felt those paintings should NEVER be sold. Only hung in galleries for the world to know his struggles n see his work and to learn from OUR MISTAKES!! why we treat some people like that. We push them away n don’t give them a chance. It’s just a very sad story. The saddest. Some poor bruised yet beautiful soul took his own life because people didn’t understand or listen.

[@Joshualuv13]

I've loved this song since the 80s ..it's about the artist. Vincent Van Gogh. Whom it was thought to have suffered from Schizophrenia. My favourite artist.such a beautiful dedication .

[@christinestromberg4057]

One of my favourite songs of all time and it still makes me cry, Every time.

[@highheartwellness]

Pure poetry. Don McLean is a national treasure. Such a heartfelt, sincere voice. You must listen to his version of "Crying" - so powerful.

[@conniesieg1566]

This is one of my all-time favorite songs....I cry each time I hear it yet could listen to it over and over and over again

[@rk41gator]

I have the feeling you are going to dig this amazing work of art......let it rip. Yeah, you got it. Such a sincere and sensitive song that brings the message home. Powerful and timeless.

[@DianaW3431]

This is a really good example of the type of folk songs that were popular in the 60’s and early 70’s. Lyrics that are so deep with music that is so soothing and singable.

[@d.s.6268]

For me - a top 5 all time song, and on some days - actually no. 1 on my list. Thank you for getting it.

[@secolerice]

Thank you for a wonderful reaction to this song! It hit you the way it hits everyone who knows Vincent’s work and life. Some reactors I have watched didn’t know anything about him.

[@jer2xjim]

Very nice and respectful reaction friend. Sadly, this song surpasses the ability of most reactors to comprehend the art/depth/emotion and embody this masterpiece. It's a compliment for me to say that this reaction was not an insult to Don's genius.

[@BethHutter]

This song never fails to bring me to tears. I went to one of those immersive Van Gogh exhibits where they project his images on the wall in a huge room, and towards the end they played this song and I completely lost it. It's just such a hauntingly beautiful piece.

[@jap33jpd]

One of the best story telling songs out there! An all time great!

[@ramonaalvarez7559]

Man so happy u added this to ur repertoire of reactions! I cant listen to this without getting goosebumps. Also it's seldom I say this but u should listen to the audio version of this too, on ur own. Not too different but u can hear the beginning much better. With this one being so touching, it's best imho to have ur personal time with it melodically & lyrically. Maybe that's just me tho. Thank you Salvo .. a classic for sure. Enjoy the evening 😊

[@sarahdixon1943]

One of the most touching songs ever recorded 😢

[@jamessullivan5860]

I’ve listened to this song for years and I agree with all you have said. I also always amazed at Dons diction.

[@kathieovercash8414]

I was 9 when this song came out and I loved it immediately.

[@JustMe-vk4fn]

"...they would not listen. They did not know how...." Sounds a lot like *now.* >.

[@debbiethomasson2709]

There is a wonderful video using his paintings to help tell the story and illustrate the verses.

[@mrmossart]

Love you bro. Your sincerity and honesty has made you one of my favorite channels. Keep on being your humble self. In my book, it keeps you above the rest.

[@BC-ui9yt]

HIs best piece of songwriting. And when you've written "American Pie", that's one helluva statement.

[@paullees5705]

Don McLean is a true wordsmith. His ability to put his thoughts on paper and then into song is truly amazing. And I believe that it is something that has been lost over the past few generations.

[@philipbillington2314]

One of the greatest songs ever written he also wrote Crying sung by Roy Orbison also the great Winterwood worth findinghaunting ,Kirk Douglas Van Gogh life in the film Lust For Life brilliant film Wonderful Baby also special

[@movieswithsammykitty]

This song always moves me to tears. It is so beautiful.

[@bonnielemenager4030]

I think of the two songs you touched upon, this one has always been my favorite, and I am so glad you agree. Timeless.

[@CardiacCat]

It is a really beautiful song.

[@jill8037]

I absolutely KNEW you'd adore this song, it's beautiful. 🙏

[@missrachelreads]

This live version is so beautiful and I like it a little more than the album version. There are a few different modulations he does in this one that just give me chills!

[@apriltaf2288]

Just beautiful not heard it in years but literally touches my soul ❤

[@roadkill7314]

Simply one of the most beautiful songs ever written.

[@fayesouthall6604]

One of my favourite songs of all time. It often makes me cry. 😢

[@bernakeene126]

Genius is spot on! This song blew my mind when I first heard it many years ago and continues to be one of my all-time favorites! It is written so well that even those who have no idea who Vincent van Gogh was are moved by the incredible lyrics and search out the story of his amazing yet tragic life. If you have not seen his work.. take a moment to take it in, and read about Vincent and what he was trying to portray thru his paintings.

[@sallyatticum]

One of my very favorite songs, though it makes me cry. My fave video of it is one made with beautiful images from the Doctor Who episode, "Vincent and the Doctor."

[@Rkbmomma]

Home Free joined Don on this song 'Vincent' back in April of this year. It is gorgeous with the backing harmonies by Home Free & in the background of the video are Van Gogh paintings. Very clever ending. A must watch.

[@RobRager]

Look around KZbin…. There’s a version of this with Van Gogh artwork, for the visuals.

[@Naty_Sousa]

This is such a beautiful song

[@dandowe1985]

One of the most beautiful songs ever.

[@dow311]

I knew immediately Don was singing about Vincent Van Gogh, I was an art history major at the time. I knew this would be a masterpiece of a song.

[@skye67]

Love this so much. My favourite painter. Still brings me to tears after all these years

[@ellenlewis9860]

Beautiful. Remember when it first came out. Played it over and over until my husband complained. I still played it!

[@karenp5333]

so beautiful makes me cry

[@bowtiefidenine]

I have this song on my nightly playlist to this day❤

[@cindy2252]

I love the video by wysty67 on KZbin with 66 million views, it showcases all of Van-Gogh's paintings referenced in the lyrics. McLean's artistry of lyrics captures the paintings brilliantly.

[@juliehamilton1270]

Beautiful! And one of my favourite paintings.

[@JennyB28928]

The Starry Night is beautiful. I also love Starry night over the Rhone. ✨

[@donnakubiski5572]

I have always loved this song. It is just simply breathtaking musically and lyrically. The whole American Pie album is wonderful. Every song on it is great but one that I really love is "Winterwood" which I think you would also enjoy. Now that you've seen this, you really need to hear the studio version.

[@nancyholter5646]

Don recently released a new version featuring Home Free. The video features quite a few of Van Gogh's paintings as background, and some beautiful vocals by Rob and well as Don. ( I think it is interesting that Don chose HF for new versions of both of his major hits)

[@jbentz1966]

Beautiful tune. Beautiful artist.

[@timward3116]

As a person who majored in English, I can honestly say that this may be the greatest work of poetry in English in the second half of the last century. As a song, it is wonderful - but as poetry, it should be included in English-language poetry anthologies and taught in schools.