Sam Cooke A Change Is Gonna Come Reaction!

[@kevincorcoran6493]

Hard to believe Sam would have been 90 years old next January. The first African American artist to write his own songs and own his publishing. He offered a very eclectic mix of music through his career starting with the gospel group The Soul stirrers in the early 50s where he does a wonderful rendition of Touch the Hem of His Garment. he became a secular artist in the late 50s and his breakthrough it was you send me. I could go on and on about this man's music but it speaks for itself. I would really enjoy your reviews of some of his Classic Albums such as Night Beat. What a tragic loss the details of his death murky to this day. another great presentation!

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for all the insight Kevin!

[@Frostgrl681]

He was not the first and you should know better.

[@kevincorcoran6493]

@@Frostgrl681 oh, dearie me. Please inform me who it is. It's well documented and please do your research! Lol

[@eugeneanchante1011]

Its 2023 and I'm still waiting for the change

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

What an unreal thing that is. Totally agree with you!

[@joshuagrant6740]

Thank You for being our allies!!!

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

It is an honor Joshua! Stay safe and thanks for watching!

[@deejames9380]

as an elderly black man, it's truly inspiring to see a young white person speak so eloquently and passionately about this song. I salute you for educating your generation.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks so much Dee really appreciate it!

[@davidgena2667]

As meaningful and important a song as has ever been recorded. The late, great Sam Cooke.....none better.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Agreed. Hope you are doing well David it has been awhile. Stay safe!

[@BuuhBlocks]

You sir have the perfect voice for any type of media

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for those kind words, really appreciate it!

[@kismkasm3178]

When Sam hits that “blue note” we ALL can feel it. Great song. Great one of a kind voice... thanks for the react....

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Maybe the GREATEST voice of all-time! Thanks!

[@MrWllbn3]

more than just a voice this is real today, so sad!

[@kennykarlsson9888]

What great tribute to the god of soul music. He will always be remembered. Rip sam Cooke and sing with the angels.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching Kenny!

[@MoonChild-1994]

Bless your hearts for sharing

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching Jamie Burris!

[@lyndamartinez2257]

your appreciation of Sam Cooke is so lovely and says so much about you.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

He may be the greatest solo male voice in music history! Thanks Lynda!

[@annakermode6646]

Love Sam Cooke, also love Otis Redding"s version a few years later.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks Anna hope you are doing well and are safe!

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

fantastic I agree with Anna. both late great singers in a fantastic job. I will also say there is a killer 7 minute version from legendary guitarist Jeff back too. Who slays it. be safe keep your paws washed

[@MsAppassionata]

Trucker Kev The Paid Tourist Jeff Beck.

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

@@MsAppassionata Google Voice I love it.🤠🎶☕🎸 I don't have time to proofread I'm trying to keep America moving..

[@grahamboffey457]

But this is the definitive version. The orchestration and production, allied to such a pure voice, is beyond brilliance. And the subject matter is even more resonant today.

[@iwantmoney1239]

Literally cant listen to it without tearing up. Thank you to all my heroes that fought to make my life better✊🏾

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

One of the greatest songs of All-Time!

[@poetgb]

You are right Trey that this song is an absolute classic. A masterpiece. This is truly a great song and performance. Rolling Stone rated this high on their list at 12. I really like the backstory you told Trey on the circumstances of this song and the timing of when Sam Cooke sang it and afterward the Beatles eclipsed it because of their overwhelming popularity. Your sister made some good comments on what she thought of the song. You are both right about the message of the song being powerful. Your sister gave this a high rating and Trey gave this the highest rating for a song. I'll have to agree with Trey and also give this a 10. Great song choice for a reaction.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks Poet stay safe!

[@poetgb]

@@ReactionsToTheClassics Thanks, you too.

[@frankbartolone6013]

Have been following your channel for the last few weeks starting with you and your father talking about all of the Beatles albums and songs, then Led Zeppelin review. i really liked today's video as i get to see you and your sister discussing this song from a past master. also appreciate how you reach out to all of your subscribers. i think that is so awesome. keep up the great work. keep safe and take care.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks Frank! Stay safe as well!

[@ericc.c9933]

That young mans voice has a tone and a flow perfect for the radio.. Edit... One of my favorite songs! Very emotional..

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Appreciate the kind words! The Song is so so powerful! Thanks Eric!

[@kevinsealschott1090]

Wonderful world is a great song of his

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Yes will check that out. Thanks Kevin!

[@nathanmccloud3572]

It's still hope out here brother

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Yes exactly! Thanks Nathan!

[@createone100]

This is a colossally great song! How I love Sam Cooke! 💗

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

So so good! And so sad we could play it today and be just as relevant as it was then.

[@nickrigdon8883]

Without a doubt one of the greatest songs ever written. No question in my mind that Sam Cooke is the greatest singer who ever lived. The King of Soul. *Very* few artists I’ve listened to more in my life than Mr. Cooke, and perhaps none that give me stronger feelings of nostalgia of my youth. My dad had a collection of old Sam Cooke records that introduced me to his music as a very small child and it was love at first listen. I honestly think I probably know every single word to every Sam Cooke song haha. Powerful is nowhere near strong enough a word for A Change is Gonna Come. It’s been covered by everyone and their mom (The Band and Otis Redding’s versions are particularly great), but there is no better version than the original. The ‘30 Greatest Hits: Portrait of a Legend’ compilation album is probably the best greatest hits album ever assembled in my opinion. Couldn’t recommend it enough for anyone looking to get into Sam Cooke. Unfortunately he met a very tragic end, but his music will live forever and ever. Always wonderful to see new listeners. Touch the Hem of His Garment, I’ll Come Running Back to You, and Nothing Can Change This Love would be three I’d recommend reacting to. Three of my favorite songs of all time.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Wow Nick great comment and insight we really appreciate it!

[@lyndamartinez2257]

"Just for you". and "If I had you" @@ReactionsToTheClassics

[@ilash81]

Great review and it's impossible to disagree. Sam Cooke is possibly the best male singer in popular music and this is probably his best song.

[@ilash81]

By the way, I don't know if Makinsey has heard anything by Leon Bridges. He's a new artist and his voice is clearly modeled on Sam's. Not quite as good but still really impressive with very similar phrasing.

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Not familiar with Leon but we all check him out. Thanks Ilan!

[@SadieCo149]

Well said young man, you give me-a woman of 65yrs- hope for the future. I am surprised Johnny Carson didn't tell Sam to go ahead and say his peace. Johnny had A LOT of influence. When Sam sang, there was no color.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks so much for the kind words and for watching N.J.!

[@elderhardaway5674]

**Sam Cooke** "We Will Never Forget You!!!!!!!" You Will **Never Grow Old** Because Of Your "Wonderful" Music: **Gospel** And **Pop**

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

He was Great! Thanks Elder!

[@emoryslegacyentertainmentl7546]

On the verse "It's been too hard living/ But I'm afraid to die/ Sometimes I don't know what's out there/ Beyond the sky..." Sam Cooke is making a reference to his toddler son's tragic drowning in their pool. That part always hits me hardest.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for Watching!

[@emoryslegacyentertainmentl7546]

@@Tye710 there's an excellent biography about him called "Dream Boogie". You should check it out...

[@larrycancooke2]

@@Tye710 You are correct....

[@annief3062]

Great song! You are great for keeping up your videos. ❤️😀

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks Annie, we are pushing full speed ahead!

[@SeductiveGemini84]

This song means a lot to us and our culture.. Racism’s is here and we all want that change.. Thank you for sharing this song on your platform.. We appreciate it a lot..

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching. Sam might be the GOAT vocalist!

[@elderhardaway5674]

Trey: **Thank You For This Video!!!!!** GOD BLESS YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks Elder really appreciate that! God Bless you as well!

[@lyndamartinez2257]

oh,my goodness!!! you guys are great!!!

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Thanks so much!

[@rsw1227]

Steve Perry from JOURNEY was heavily influenced by him and his voice has some "essence" of Sam's. You can hear it in the tone, phrasing and runs SP does.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Yes I have read this before. Thanks Rick!!!

[@MoonChild-1994]

YES! The part when Steve sings " you make me weak" with a short unique Sam Cooke run on the word weak. I knew I wasnt crazy. I never knew he admitted being influenced by Sam. Cool!

[@illstickwithgodnotgovernme2465]

Wow I can say is what a voice Sam Cooke was the man.. 50 years old I'm just starting to get in his music I should have started years ago what a shame

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Hey this is the dad, not in this reaction, but i am 49 and really only started getting into true great music a couple of years ago when we started this channel. Never too late. Thanks!

[@illstickwithgodnotgovernme2465]

@@ReactionsToTheClassics I've heard of Sam Cooke I've heard his music but I never really got into it I really listen to it the other day and I watched that new movie on netflix . What a great voice man all right thanks for responding I'll talk to you soon keep up the good work

[@bobbybannerman4547]

GREAT REVIEW Y'ALL. TAKE CARE.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks Bobby! Stay Safe!

[@truthhitman7473]

The King of Soul

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None like him! Thanks!

[@jasontopia6722]

2021 plugged in 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

for sure!

[@gregoryhill6588]

Thanks for your video

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for Watching!

[@mrslick58]

I remember reading somewhere that the original version was edited. Makes me wonder what lyrics they wanted to remove and why.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

If they did edit it you can bet it was speaking even more truth and the establishment was going to have none of it!

[@larrycancooke2]

The verse that was edit out was the third verse..." I go to the movies then I go downtown... somebody keeps telling me.. don't hang around ".. Sam's timing, phrasing, style and vocal range..is impeccable..Fine tuned by his Gospel heritage and roots...first with the Singing Children, then the Highway QC's and finally The Soul Stirrers...Many believe his best work was done in Gospel.. I tend to agree..

[@TheoZoffrok]

I wonder if you're thinking of the Neville Brothers' version, which does indeed omit that verse.

[@larrycancooke2]

@@TheoZoffrok No RCA Edited Sam's version...

[@gernblanston5697]

Sam Cooke. Brilliant. I remember being very small when my dad bought one of those absurd multi-album Ronco-kinda special compilations (like 10 records of the hits) in a 7-11 - you definitely have to be of a certain age to remember these. I heard a lot of good stuff on that when I played the records, but Chain Gang and Only Sixteen and Wonderful World by Sam Cooke blew my mind. I had to beg for a full Sam Cooke record. And, I got it - The Best of Sam Cooke. I wore it out. Knowing the Dylan fans that you guys have become, you should check out this Dylan performance at the 70th anniversary show at the Apollo Theater in 2004. Some good history about the connections between these two artists. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWnOqaNvjL-snbc

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Great stuff, and I (Shawn) for sure remember the Ronco like comps! You could also call 1-800 to get them AND COD, different times to say the least...

[@soulfella1]

A great,meaningful song,with a superb singer,only fools would not be knocked out by it,in the 1960s,try this guy,"BROOK BENTON" 1/ MOTHER NATURE&FATHER TIME" 2/ LOVE ME NOW,[both early sixties,] then,as powerful,[maybe lyrically, more so] as "Change" this tune,late 60s, 3/ OH LORD,WHY LORD" for Me personally,even more powerful,where unusually,He gets deeper,soulfully,becoming impassioned,with lyrics,that are totally meaningful.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Really appreciate the suggestions and thanks for watching soulfella1!

[@soulfella1]

Well thanks for your reply,my reasonng , & motivation,is to direct you,and others,towards a Singer [ESPECIALLY if unknown, [for Me,beginning in 1959 when music was dominated by R/ROLL,] the driving factor? to direct those who possibly missed this SUPERB [the ONLY word that fits]Singer,to a pleasure that I enjoyed,for Decades, hopefully,a pleasure shared,which,for my money,is truly a worthwhile effort, all these songs are deep,[try to anticipate the next line,practically impossible ?] the nearest match,to "A change etc ,is" OH LORD,WHY LORD" "with it's incredible lyrics,and with a Singer,who goe's deeper as the song proceeds[becoming impassioned],which for Me, can MATCH,or surpass ANYTHING most people have ever heard, the stupid sound engineer,lowered the volume,on the closing lines,which are ,"SO WITH MY ELUSION,GOE'S MY Daily PRAYER"so please have a listen,possibly for your own pleasure.Which I would be amazed,after hearing these songs from this Artist,you cannot enjoy.

[@danielknadle7418]

Great tribute glad some things passed on one generation to the next, truly epic song. Apparently Sam was killed in part due to his refusal to yield to whites who insisted on taking control of his career as was usual with blacks in the 60's. He is my number one male vocalist ever, Patsy Cline favorite female, both gone way too early in their lives could have done so much more...

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

He was unreal talented!!! Thanks Daniel!

[@cmoney1629]

Cool reaction

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Such a fantastic song! Thanks!

[@martingross5182]

Watch the movie 1 night in Miami, movie malcom x, Jim brown ,sam Cooke, Muhammad Ali was together at a hotel and malcom x told sam Bob Dylan saying more about us than you. The song came after

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Will do. Thanks Martin!

[@cmoney1629]

Ahh, do sam Cooke Jesus gave me water. Gospel tune,

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Really appreciate the suggestion and thanks for watching C Money!

[@maysonstorm4956]

This song is so powerful and important and icon but Sam Cooke never saw it's impact because he was shot and killed 2 weeks before it was released.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

So sad and still so so important!

[@chamberlainachilihu4141]

Both yo really great with museum history analyzes.

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Ty

[@lorimancuso8487]

Great song for me It’s his song alone there is only one person who comes close to him is Bobby Hatfield from the Righteous Brothers

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It is so great. Good call on Bobby as well. Thanks Lori!

[@alanoakley3242]

His guys tell him to leave when he kicks up a fuss at a hotel, telling them "They ain't gonna kill me; I'm Sam Cooke." Then in December he gets shot to death, allegedly for kicking up a fuss in a hotel!

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks for watching Alan

[@larrycancooke2]

The first fuss was caused because Sam refused to be treated like a second hand citizen..His money was good enough to pay for the rooms of Alien Klein and any of his entourage that was white..But not he and his wife.. The second fuss or commotion that I believe you're referring to... Simply..never happened at least not the way Miss Bertha and Mrs Boyer are trying to claim that it did...Their version of the events.... when pressure is applied..... don't hold up....

[@cobrakaicyberdon]

@@larrycancooke2🎯

[@chamberlainachilihu4141]

They play this song for nelson mandela too after he got out of the prison

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

That is awesome!

[@mrfunnylookinhayes9088]

Can you do Al Green's SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL. OR Marvin Gaye Inner City Blues.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Great suggestions! Thanks for watching!

[@chamberlainachilihu4141]

Yo right most epic painful song ever

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

so relevant even today!

[@Smooch989]

He was murdered he didn’t die

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

As I said in the video. Also last I checked if you are murdered you are technically dead.

[@contactjoy4140]

This generation cannot fully relate to this song because they didn't experience the decades prior to Sam writing it.

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Yet we can still appreciate it.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

True so your point is they can't react to it then? That would be some flawed logic as we all have opinions on things we didn't personally go through.

[@hereisayana8207]

This song touches any and every person

[@betsyduane3461]

Why this weird visual set up? Sounds and looks like crap.

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

We all start somewhere EJ, I think our numbers speak for themselves by how much we have improved! Also might want to get a profile picture so I can put a face to that great personality you have 😂

[@nesgimp6099]

Great song

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

Thanks Carl, hope things are well in Indiana my friend!

[@nesgimp6099]

Reactions To The Classics You streaming tonight?

[@ReactionsToTheClassics]

We did stream but some have told us they didn't get notifications, I told Trey I thought it was weird you commented on this while our livestream was going on but you weren't on the livestream.