Ali and I listen to Neil Young for the first time - Old Man (Reaction!)

[@poosala8821]

The old man was the care taker of a ranch Neil had purchased. Their talks were the inspiration for the song.

[@Tijuanabill]

As an old man, I can agree with the line, "It doesn't mean that much to me, to mean that much to you."

[@TrianglesAndCircles]

It meant just as much when I was a young man.😊

[@thevictorianedge5465]

There’s something about turning 50 and my attitude changed too!!❤.

[@DD-sr9xm]

Um it’s the younger man who owns the ranch saying “it doesn’t mean that much to me to mean that much to you” … it means I employ you, do what I want

[@Tijuanabill]

@@DD-sr9xm I can't agree with that, sorry. Why would the young man say he's "been first and last, look at how the time has passed, I'm all alone at last?", after saying "run around the same old town". These are not the words of a young man, at all. To me, it's obvious the writer is interested in the old man, and his life, but the old man couldn't care less.

[@suebrase]

Long time Neil Young fan but you definitely need to listen to more of his stuff. Magical!

[@angelseari4]

Neil Young survived paralyzing polio as a child. That he can pick guitar like this is impressive

[@had64198]

Neil Young's voice has a hainting quality to it. He's a legend and Canadian ❤

[@CindiHerriott]

Watch him live play Heart of Gold where he not only plays guitar and sings, but plays the harmonica too. It still amazes me.

[@fluxrider7027]

A strong suggestion for Neil Young reactions - The Needle And The Damage Done.

[@janerkenbrack3373]

Neil Young has a haunting tenor voice, and combined with his incredible lyrics are what made him such an icon.

[@asMagBoonFL]

Neil Young’s early music like “Old Man” was one of my favorite songs in middle school back in the early 1970’s. His Harvest album is still won of my favorites. I’m 12 years old again when I listen to it and it takes me back to a simpler time in my life ❤ I saw him in concert in Phoenix, AZ for my birthday sometime in the 2000’s. He was awesome 👏

[@TerriKnight-x3s]

Mine too. Harvest was my introduction to him. ❤

[@wandcoedit]

The caretaker's name was Louie and he had lived on the ranch most of his life and knew every inch of it, personally. It was previously named the "Lazy Double L" ranch by the two attorney's who owned it as hobby ranch. Louie came with the ranch as one of it's most valuable assets when they themselves bought it and he stayed with it when they sold it to Neil. Neil renamed it "The Broken Arrow Ranch". Louie lived on and cared for it with all his heart and soul and Neil, as the new, young (no pun intended) owner was astounded at his utter dedication and devotion to it. The ranch itself is what the line "doesn't mean that much to me, to mean that much to you" is about. Neil grew to love the ranch as much as he grew to love and admire Louie and his outlook on life...or so they say.

[@sheldonnicholl3599]

Keep on Rockin' in the Free World!!!

[@SheelaghArmour]

Ohio is one of my favourite songs by Neil Young. He's a social warrior. it's a deep song

[@patticampana9458]

Wasn't that Crosby Stills,Nash and Young? Not just Neil?

[@NeilD68]

@@patticampana9458sung by CSNY but written by Neil Young

[@Eric-Thomure]

But Neil wrote all the lyrics within minutes of hearing the news@@patticampana9458

[@livesalone]

​@@patticampana9458, Neil wrote the song.

[@hannejeppesen1809]

@@livesalone And he were able to capture what we were feeling at that time (I'm of that generation) the line "we are finally on our own" hit home, the government does not care about us. Neil wrote the song after 4 students was killed by the national guard at a peaceful protest.

[@seanoreilly7293]

A poet speaking his words

[@queenofwater8783]

I find his voice hauntingly beautiful.

[@dagmar.6954]

I love this intimate performance with just Neil & his guitar (harmonica). He was only 27 when he recorded this song as a young man. Now he is an older man at 77 years old. Neil is a very talented musician, singer & songwriter. He was with the groups Buffalo Springfield & Crosby, Stills & Nash in the later 60's. Also had his own group with Crazy Horse for a few years. Neil went solo & has had so many great songs over the years. The albums "After The Gold Rush" & "Harvest" from the 70's are considered 2 of his best.

[@olgagarcia2836]

After the Gold Rush ..my favorite of his❤❤

[@kbee6078]

I was 19 when this came out. I enjoy it just as much now at 70, but in a different way. Much more relevant now. Neil Young is legendary. And Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young was one of my favorite groups.

[@hollyfoster3575]

Went to a Neil Young concert in Tampa, Fl early '80's. Many microphones were set up around in a circle on the stage and each one had a different instrument at it. Neil walked up to the first microphone, picked up the instrument, played a segment of music with it and walked on to the next microphone where he did the same. Once he'd played all the instruments, they played all the music together and he sang to it. I hope I have explained this well enough to do him justice. It was an amazing evening.

[@mommahawk1]

I used to lay on my bed as a teenager, with my brother's hand me down earphones and record player, listening to Gordon Lightfoot over and over. Our home grown Canadian boy. ❤

[@denisesf5]

Another Canadian icon.❤❤

[@mariosarro]

Neil Young is a Legend , One of the Great Singer/ Songwriter , solo , with Crosby , Stills , Nash & Young , right up there with McCartney & Lennon , Simon & Garfunkel , Frey & Henley of the Eagles , the 60's & 70's Music was Magic , Real Music . Thanks

[@kirkgannaway5098]

i listened to this when i was 24 now i"m 65

[@carolyncostner9619]

The song "Ohio" is a part of our national tapestry. It reflects a dark time in our past. Worth the listen.

[@steveullrich7737]

Neil has so many great songs to recommend. He started out in a band called "Buffalo Springfield" and wrote and sang "Mr Soul". Some other songs are "Cinnamon Girl" and "Everybody Knows This Nowhere" and "Down By the River". His albums from the early 70s include "After the Gold Rush" and "Harvest" albums which rank are up there with the best in rock. Check out "Don't Let It Bring You Own" and "Southern Man".

[@TerriKnight-x3s]

Fell in love with this guy in the 70’s. Harvest turned me on to him. Enjoy

[@mynameispaul0530]

"Needle and the Damage Done" live at Johnny Cash Show is one of those legendary performances also.

[@patticampana9458]

Absolutely!

[@snarkleton26]

Johnny Cash - righteous! Among the best classic country musicians. His deep voice and Neil's high vocals would have made a unique and groundbreaking duet.

[@edschneider6816]

On February 1, 1972, I hitchhiked with a buddy 80 miles to Pittsburgh in a blizzard to buy the Harvest album on the day of its release. I will never forget that when we were walking on the ramp from I-79 north to I-80 west in a foot of snow, an angel of a mother with her two kids in the car, stopped in a blizzard to give us a ride. There are so many great songs on this album including Old Man, and I still regularly listen to them today!

[@lindalafrance2241]

my Husband use to sing this to my Dad ,now he is 76 and now when we hear this song we now know it is for him. We love him.

[@marilynatkinson3735]

Now we just need to make sure we expose this music to our children and grandchildren. Let's not let it die. ❤

[@kathleenbarrett9130]

You said it!

[@BaseballMom523]

I just saw Neil Young a few months ago. He only played one "hit". The rest of the songs were deep tracks and songs that he never released. He meandered all over the stage playing all the different instruments. As someone who grew up with this man's music, it felt like a great honor to see it live. He was funny too while talking to the audience. Try Harvest Moon, Rockin' in the Free World, Cinnamon Girl etc. You can't go wrong really.

[@djd2819]

You are so right. "Decade" is probably the greatest album in my vinyl collection - and that is a mid-career greatest hits album. He has produced such an amazing range of songs.

[@leekarr4909]

I was at one of those shows last summer ❤ it was an amazing experience. He's still great!

[@erniearambula3525]

Neil took folk rock to a place that didn't exist at that time thats why 20 plus years later we are still for the first time experiencing neil.

[@tas22222]

LYrics are his expertise and then guitar is exceptional and then his voice is the ICING !! Excellent

[@chad4132]

Is anyone going to talk about his phenomenal work ethic throughout his career? Crazy number of songs and albums. Always working.

[@PaulJoeTX]

Well that just melted me. I remember when this came out! I was a kid. I’m 60 now and that old man. Life imitating art. Saw Mr. Young a few times by himself and with his band Crazy Horse! Memories! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@papacarl2002]

Well said my man. Just turned 60 as well and this takes me back too. Glad we both made it to be “old” men, graced through the years with this amazing artist. 🤘🏼🎧🤟🏼

[@PaulJoeTX]

@@papacarl2002 Amen to that! 🤘🏾✌🏾

[@kimnapier8387]

​@@papacarl2002I am an old lady, about to turn 61 in 4 days 😅. My mom was going through a divorce when I was 11 and turned me on to Neil. I will always treasure those days and the music that reminds me 💕. God bless you!!

[@rosemontoya3656]

The best thing is I saw all these groups in concert…. L A

[@richardrocha3599]

The 50’s and 60’s are the best that music can be we will always remember this era of music it plays over and over again

[@tammyderson6547]

Love Neil Young music! His guitar and his harmonica is so underrated big time! My favorite is HEART OF GOLD ❤

[@judithdoughty7967]

Loved that you've done Neil Young, he's one of my favourites, but I nearly spat my tea out at the Paul McCartney comment 😂 May I respectfully suggest you go back and take another look? I seem to have spent half my life saying "I didn't know Lennon/McCartney wrote that"!

[@dwoehrma]

Living legend. And he still creates tons of music. Have seen him live multiple times. You never know what Neil you are gonna see. Folk rock, hard rock, jam rock, protest rock. But its always worth it.

[@michaeltlewis3481]

I really like the time spent on discussing the historical significance and impact of Neil Young as an artist, songwriter, and guitarist. Kudos!

[@michaelmoslak2975]

Makes me think of my father and grandfather. We had our differences, but as I age I realize I have become just like them. You 2 are so lucky to have each other and are such a cute couple and everyone can see the love in your eyes for each other. Best wishes from Pennsylvania.

[@Springfield2016]

No auto-tune, no filters, just raw talent.

[@tinawilson4616]

I, agree, Needle and the Damage Done….Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere….Birds….and, so many more amazing tunes!

[@garygoodrich7495]

who needs a freakin band when you're this talented. The texturing and layering- -the back and forth with the highs and lows---knowing when to let the notes breathe--what notes to play softly and when to pounce on a note or chord is so missing in today's music. True musicianship and composing at the highest level.

[@armadillotoe]

I was 20 years old when this song came out. I look at it differently at 71. I still enjoy the song and most of Neil Young's songs. How many modern "artists" could walk out on stage by themselves and captivate an audience? He also plays some of the nastiest electric guitar you have heard. Listen to "Rockin' in the Free World."

[@blackbird8900]

Great reaction. I love Neil Young,as did my Dad. He played it for me from the time I was a tiny baby. He can probably be considered as Canada’s greatest musician. For a good retrospective I would recommend For What It’s Worth - Buffalo Springfield (first major band), Ohio - CSNY, , Needle and The Damage Done, Down By The River, Rockin’ In The Free World. My favourite is probably Helpless. Check out the Last Waltz performance of Helpless with help from The Band and Joni Mitchell. 🇨🇦

[@danarchuleta1154]

Better than the Rush trio? 😉

[@violetflame23]

Better than Joni Mitchell?

[@dusty4835]

''For What It’s Worth'' is a Stephen Stills tune.

[@CharCanuck14]

"Helpless" was written about Omemee, Ontario (just down the road from me), population about 1,020, where Neil spent some summers as a young man & his father lived just outside of town.

[@KarlaElaine100]

Sebs, your wife is beautiful. She has a natural beauty…beautiful in an evening gown and beautiful in sweats with her hair pulled up and no make up I would imagine. Even more, she’s not arrogant! That makes her even prettier! Looks like you hit the jackpot!

[@lazy5692]

He definitely married up.

[@taragreenetarotastro]

Neil Young has a totally distinctive voice, just a 24-year-old guy with an acoustic guitar. That total talent. Neil is an incredible musician, songwriter, and singer who has always done things his own way. Also considered to be the grandfather of grunge. Famous in Crosby Still and Nash. Another Canadian music icon.

[@aramhamparian9641]

This is completely beautiful, yet haunting at the same time. Unbelievable...

[@darleendionne6403]

I remember when Neil Young was part of a special performance for Africa. David Foster, the producer said to Neil, "you are a bit flat" and Neil responded, "that's my thing". That might have been what your friend was talking about.

[@allenhill1223]

He is one of a kind.❤

[@paulschuyler2320]

Wife here. I am a king time Neil fan. Heard him at age 12yrs old and was hooked. Keep digging he has a very large Catalog . Lots of styles.

[@carolgiangreco6548]

I enjoy how you two enjoy each other and the music. God Bless.

[@jennifermetcalfe906]

Record companies and producers wanted him to write and play guitar, but not sing his own songs, they wanted to get someone else to sing. He turned them all down until he found a producer that would let him play and sing

[@Lakeshore14]

Highly recommend a protest song written by Neil Young and recorded by C, S, N and Y. In 1970 five students who were participating in an anti-war protest at Kent State in Ohio, were gunned down by National Guards troops. Neil Young wrote a protest song that day called Ohio. It went on to become one of the most moving songs of that time. Hope you can find the time to react to it. Thanks for Old Man by NY. 👏👏🥰

[@TerriKnight-x3s]

I remember when Ohio State protests and murder of students by the National Guard. Horrific. Neil wrote the song Ohio and you can feel the pain of that time. CSNY. 1970

[@dennispurdy3533]

when you mentioned his unusual chords and leaned forward to see, he was playing, it was a D chord shape up on the 5th fret which makes it a version or inversion of an F chord.

[@1perfectpitch]

Are you beginning to understand why we Boomers are so critical of today's popular music?

[@hazmania]

With good reason. So much is rubbish, no poetical or lyrical mastery, barely literate to be honest, and far too much use of electrical gizmos to auto tune the voice, the instruments. Summed up as many “artists” can’t actually sing in tune, can’t play any instruments, or can barely play one, and couldn’t write beautiful, meaningful lyrics if they tried. Obviously there are exceptions (like REN, Dimash, Aurora, Oliver Anthony) but mainly the criticism is fully justified. Annie, Cornwall, UK 🙂🌸

[@dmwalker24]

Gen-X here, but I'm right there with you. There's the rare exception, but almost everything being produced now seems like they got it from a landfill on a hot summer day.

[@teresamerkel7161]

absolutely; boomer here

[@LudusAurea]

Your problem there is “popular.” Most popular music is trash and has been for a long time. Good music is rarely popular.

[@1perfectpitch]

@@LudusAurea That's why I said it. Because there is some good music out there if you look for it.

[@jameslparry961]

Literally brings tears to my eyes.

[@RichardWilson-be8zp]

Neil is a musical Icon. His discography is immense. Might I suggest you check out his song Philadelphia that he wrote for the movie Philadelphia it's a tear jerker I will tell you that.

[@erinhanratty5458]

This song always sounded like a love song. I used to listen to his music with my best friend. Love it.

[@randyharmon717]

Remember watching him perform in concert in the sixties very talented and what a lyrical master great song writing. One of s few that write, play and sing his own music.

[@erniearambula3525]

The beauty of this song this performance its still relevant to whats happening in our lives your life.

[@timmyrushton9203]

thanks for checking out neil! 🥰

[@richarddevine205]

I believe that if you search for 'Cortez the Killer, the best version ' live, you will see him at his finest. I got to see him in the early 80's at a music festival while doing my 2nd tour of duty while in the US Army. I have an almost 3yrs older sister and I have been listening to him since the Buffalo Springfield days.

[@BetsySchiller-sj2sm]

One of my favorite songs. The Harvest album is fabulous. The Needle and the Damage Done will rip your heart out. His album with Crazy Horse is amazing. Cinnamon Girl is a great song on it. It's a rabbit hole worth digging into

[@tommonk7651]

Neil is just a genius songwriter. He's got soooo many greats songs. I saw him solo in about 1983, and it's still one of the greatest shows I've ever seen. He's unbelievably talented.... Neil sings in falsetto all the time because he doesn't like his regular voice.

[@hannejeppesen1809]

Love Neil Young, he is of my generation. Great songwriter and muscian.

[@johncullen9298]

dude you nailed the meaning. A bit of trivia, Neil Young played as a studio musician for the Monkees in the late 60's.

[@cathybrookeburt2616]

Neil was inspired to write this by the old caretaker (Louis Avila) of the 'Broken arrow ranch' that Neil bought in 1970. ~ Love Neil's voice & his music. He is a poet.

[@kathrynpupos9103]

To me, this song is Neil realizing that the older man had dreams and a life ahead of him, and he's looking back on his actual life's journey. Now, Neil is looking forward to his life to live with all his dreams and goals yet to come.

[@Bobbiecass]

If you haven’t listened to The Cats in the Cradle by Harry Chapin, you and Ali should. He was a fantastic storyteller Taxi is always a famous song. He was a known humanitarian also.

[@susanyork5089]

As a Brit who has adored Harry since Short Stories came out , who saw him live not long before he died thank you . Harry is the greatest story teller in song ever .

[@terridostal1348]

Loved this album I listened to it a lot. You said it they had a lot of soul.

[@lisafayepranger8561]

Hard to believe he and Rick James were in a successful band together up in Canada. Rick being the lead vocalist. But then he had to come back to the states and face the music of his going to Canada and avoid Vietnam. Neil Young...always true to himself.

[@billcombs5656]

Thank you for this lovely tune. In a long list of my favorites from Neil, my top 3 would be "Powderfinger," "Field of Opportunity," and "Harvest Moon."

[@marktherreault7942]

You guys were good together you look great just put on a good show keep the people happy you have nothing to worry about

[@jimwebb9328]

With Neil Young you get various different styles. There's mellow Neil, rockin' Neil, country Neil, experimental Neil, electric Neil, acoustic Neil, folk Neil, rockabilly Neil.

[@37434mh]

Neil Young is one of my all time favorites-glad to see you’re listening to him now. “Rockin In the Free World” is a good one. “Hey Hey, My My (Into the Black)” is as well. Listen to that and “Hey Hey, My My (Out of the Blue).” “Cinnamon Girl,” “Ohio,” “After the Gold Rush,” “Powderfinger,” “Southern Man,” “Like a Hurricane,” “Wrecking Ball,” “Cortez the Killer” Oh before I go on-you gotta here “Cortez the Killer” live. Seriously. Other than that stick to the studio versions mainly, but check out both of them eventually. “Down by the River,” “The Needle and the Damage Done,” “Cowgirl in the Sand,” “Sample and Hold,” “Comes a Time,” “Fuckin Up,” “Its a Dream” Actually-just listen to all of them lol😂😂😂 But really the ones I listed are really good songs but I couldn’t possibly list all of his really good ones because there are so many.

[@VivianMcIntoshGetitartistVM]

Saw them 4 times… Vancouver bc. Simply beyond fabulous, authentic meaningful, bloody great music period. Each musician is brilliant. First time Vanilla Fudge was the lead band, LZ blew them away.

[@charlesrubio7650]

I don't know where to start. I should write a book about my experience with Neil and his music. I was 19 when I first heard one of Neil's songs. When I say one of Neil's songs, because I went to a dance hall in Houston one summer night in '70, and a very popular local rock / psychedelic band was performing - Fever Tree. As I walked in, they were playing "Nowadays Clancy Cant Even Sing".... As I walked around the place, something about those lyrics and kudos to Michael Keller the lead singer. He had such a raspy bluesy voice, the lyrics just seem to capture my attention. At the end of the night and as an encore they performed the song again and this time I was at the side of stage, totally mesmerized by the song. It was a few months later, as I was listening on the radio, a broadcast of Neil at Royce Hall, that I found out it was his song! Before that evening I thought it was one of Fever Tree's. That evening, Jan. 30, 1971, my birthday, became a major game changer for me. That concert of Neil's and especially when he sung Sugar Mountain was THAT moment in my life that took me in a musical direction I am so blessed to have experienced the 7 decades with Neil and so many others from that era. Sebs, if you do a deep dive into Neil's music, its going to be a very deep dive. His discography is immense! However that being said, there is a song he performed on his Live Weld album, in '91, that's actually a cover of his dear friend.... Bob Dylan. Its "Blowin in the Wind" His guitar playing, the soulful emotion he puts into that song is other- worldly. If there ever will be a song and how its performed by Neil on that album, to become a global anthem for world peace it would be his electric version of Bob's prophetic lyrics. Peace out kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJvEi4eAoNx_iNUsi=2WcgnQqQCaoZeKyS

[@andyshan]

The album "Rust Never Sleeps" is a great example of Neil Young's immense talent. This is where the "godfather of grunge'" really takes hold. but its a beautiful album and timely, coming out of the post punk period, mostly recorded live but presented as a studio album, it is full of raw beauty. The album as a vinyl disc has an acoustic oriented side and an electric side and it's a great example of Young's songwriting and playing. Favourite songs? just start at the beginning.

[@erniejohnston401]

He was also in Buffalo Springfield!

[@christrouten9606]

I'm loving your reaction videos! It's really cool seeing you reacting for the first time to the music that I grew up with. I grew up just outside of Detroit, where the Edmund Fitzgerald was built. I remeber this story from my childhood.

[@tammyderson6547]

Hello Allie, always a pleasure to have you and Seb react to a song! You always say oh I look a mess and I always say,she’s a beautiful lady with beautiful hair complexion and don’t know why she says that ❤y’all have a beautiful family

[@daveloboda1769]

I've loved his music since the first time I heard it more than 50 years ago, he is one of the all time best singer/songwriters. Try anything off the "Harvest" album, you won't be disappointed.

[@stanshearer7343]

You should listen to his song "Alabama". It was the reason Lynard Skynard mentioned it in their song "Sweet Home Alabama".

[@colleenmonfross4283]

Love Neil Young. From CSN&Y to his solo career, he never fails to please. A rock n roll legend.

[@kajabrill2404]

Hauntingly beautiful ❤

[@djknox2]

Check out his unplugged dvd where he sings, plays the harmonica and guitar all at the same time. Simply amazing.

[@robertandrews7182]

All songs are poetry...

[@michaelmartinez8902]

Neil Young Gave The Band, CSN&Y his song, "Expecting To Fly," right before he quit the band. Crosby later said he felt stupid for being surprised at Neil's departure, as he said goodbye in the song.

[@carolyncostner9619]

She looks at you with so much lovee, Sebs! Thanks for including her. You 2 are great tog.

[@WitchelliB]

Saw this song done live in the 70s. Means so much more to me now as an old person.

[@BrandonWestfall]

This is definitely one of my top 10 favorite performances. Neil's vocal control is insane.

[@GlendaRivers-fp4jb]

Saw them in concert in Shreveport La. Late 60’s or early 70s . I absolutely love There Dog Night.

[@donnamonroe4105]

Always one of my top 10 from my era!

[@reddog4096]

His emotions are conveyed through song.

[@handydave4253]

So glad I found this gem of a channel! Subscribed! Your musical and artistic commentary are spot on and truly passionate. So great to hear the songs appreciated that I loved first back in the day.

[@Catch22-lct]

Love Neil! A few of my favorites are The Needle and the Damage Done, Hey Hey My My, Comes a Time, and Rust Never Sleeps. And check out his songs when he was in Buffalo Springfield-Expecting to Fly is a fave.

[@rogerledoux4741]

If you want one you have probably heard, it's heart of gold. I believe they were on the Same album. He also sang that at the same concert as this performance.

[@leekarr4909]

Neil Young is an incredible musician, singer, songwriter in every style he has chosen for over 50 years. I've seen live as a rocker during his Rust Never Sleeps days, as part of the amazing harmonies and musical perfection of CSNY, as one of the legendary musicians performing for 3 days at Desert Trip 7 years ago. Summer of 2023 i was lucky enough to catch him in an intimate outdoor setting, only about 6000 seats, and his performance was mesmerizing! IMO still one of the best out there. Enjoy that rabbit hole, I'll enjoy watching you on the journey.

[@davidkeller6718]

One of my favorite artists. So many great Albums and Songs. Both rock, country, folk, and in many great groups.