First time hearing (and saying) Lynyrd Skynyrd - Simple Man (Reaction!)

[@kikivon3501]

This song is universally relatable. Does not matter what gender you are, what race, what religion……. This song speaks to all of us.

[@jeannetteforbes6376]

Truth

[@fredtello]

women are complicated

[@wheredidthetimego8087]

@@fredtellosometimes but they should live simple as well.

[@rockvillem]

Testify.

[@reneeholcomb205]

Free Bird , Sweet Home Alabama and Tuesday’s Gone are all awesome songs and must listen

[@MusicHeartofMine2012]

Im on the hunt, Saturday Night Special, Needle and the spoon, Things goin on, 4 walls of Rayford, Tuesdays gone on and on and on!

[@karenpickford7112]

Don't forget Gimme Three Steps.

[@chriscarman179]

And call me the breeze

[@andirandolph8830]

Tuesday’s Gone is my favorite LS tune!

[@sgy2dpe]

This is a masterpiece. Not many songs earn masterpiece status but this one surely does. It's perfection from top to bottom. Every instrument played flawlessly, the singer is on point and every person on the planet can connect personally with the lyrics/meaning of the song.

[@Hardwiredin]

I was born July 4 1973, was an only son, my mom passed away July 15 1974. I have lived my life by this song like they wrote this from her to me, even though I don't remember her or her voice I picture her saying this to me through them. Seen Shinedown do it live 7 times and I broke down in tears every time.

[@karenmoore7271]

What a nice thing you shared. Hugs!!

[@gatekeeperbubba2946]

Your mom is looking and she’s proud! 🙏

[@TheKfail1]

Forget having your brand and being an influencer. Being a Simple Man is all you need.

[@shinjusmith5293]

Lynyrd Skynyrd - Songs that contains words of wisdom, advice, truth, joy and pain. Once in a millennia kind of band.

[@cmatt1982]

First time I’m checking your channel out. I really appreciate this. I can not even sing along with this song without breaking down and it’s my favorite song by LS. It was played at my older cousins funeral. One of the most genuine, caring people you would ever meet, died at 23. I watched his daddy stand over his casket, shirt soaking wet from tears, looking at his only son. His dad told him the same thing but he lived a little too fast. I was a 17 year old kid then. I’m 40 now and have taken this song to heart. I live for my family. I enjoy every moment with them. Tell your people that you love them everyday.

[@lcee6592]

Excellent advice!

[@DannyLeeOGT]

Shall I suggest Free Bird , maybe the greatest Song ever

[@marcieharreld286]

Thank you and i agree 1000% but do the live 1977 performance in Oakland Coliseum!!!🤘🤘🤘🎶🎼🎵

[@DeafMatch]

live version :)

[@goatrockhunters8000]

Anthem of the South!!!

[@DannyLeeOGT]

@@goatrockhunters8000 Amen

[@willyoung4533]

You shall !

[@wendywingate2671]

I grew up with this song. Had my first child (a son) when I was 17. I used to sing this song to him all the time. He will be 40 this year and we still have a special bond over this song.

[@lauraopper2571]

As the parent of sons, this song always moves me to tears. This is how I want my kids to live.

[@heartfanjim01]

Gary Rossington was a riff master. He had so many iconic riffs.

[@jessicaleblanc-nh1yl]

This band is legendary. They offered purity within their pieces & performances. Their live version of Free Bird will allow for you to see them in person. Keep enjoying.

[@Freempg]

The plane crash that took the lives of several band members, including lead singer and lyricist Ronnie Van Zant shocked the music world.

[@jaceeaster2246]

steve gaines could've been the goat, had he not died...smh.

[@christiroseify]

There were like 3 different band that went out that way all around the same time if I remember correctly...

[@Festvangelist]

Phenomenal Band. Southern Rock at its best. Many great songs ! Like an upbeat daddy “ Call Me the Breeze” Free Bird is the epic rock anthem with so many guitar riffs starts as a Ballad and erupts into a a Masterpiece. I’m 73 and the music in the 60’s - 70’s were so varied and Classic. Give CCR a try. Born on the Bayou, You put a Spell on Me, Heard it Thruogh the Grapevine…they had 7 #1 hits in 2 years.

[@tinaanderson6185]

I was a teenager verging on adulthood when this song came out, and this song helped me through some complicated life changes......major changes happening in the world all around and at the end of the day this song helped me realize I could handle it!

[@geraldwilkerson5703]

Lynyrd Skynyrd comes from the blue collar southern working class of Jacksonville, Florida. They are one of the greatest gems produced from the South.

[@lynnpark8849]

Along with ABB

[@Ray1969.]

This became my favorite song after my mom passed. Lyrics are very on point. You should also do “Call Me The Breeze” by them. Such a great song!!

[@jimrule2513]

I grew up in the seventies and I am now listening to the music of our era with renewed appreciation for the talent of the musicians. What a great composition, powerful instrumentation with a simple yet profound message.

[@karenwalsh1143]

When you do "free bird" it must be the LIVE VERSION... it's very symbolic being most band members died in a bird just a couple months after the live performance

[@markhopkins222]

Ronnie Steve and Casey are the only band members that died their road manager Kilpatrick and the two pilots died.Most of the band survived

[@jenniferfoster1692]

First listen should be studio version, then the live one.

[@ambermoon719]

First Studio version

[@shpp1]

I've been singing this to my boy since the day we brought him home .. no matter where that 30 yr old kid is the minute he hears this playing , I get a text or a phone call that says "you ok? Luvya" I watched a few of your videos ... this one has to be my favorite reactions of yours, made me smile.

[@shellyjackson3887]

Welcome to Southern Rock!!! They are soooooo good! I dedicated this song to my first son before I was even pregnant. Last year, at the age of 42, he got married. I walked him down the isle. He asked his step dad to be his best man and, he and I danced together to this song at his reception! I told him he found a good woman and found love. And, that I was so proud of him for being a simple man!! Thank you for reacting to this super special song!

[@CombsCav29]

It's his Mother asking him to be a Simple Man. Had a band way back in high school 1982 and we played this song at the talent show. Love this song.

[@menotyou8369]

One of my 10 all time favorite songs.

[@Benni-rp9or]

Such a great song, I remember hearing it on the radio at work in the early 2000's and actually listening to the lyrics. I had heard it a number of times, but when I actually listened to the words it hit so much deeper.

[@Tuesdays_Gone]

This band is the best, simply put.

[@thomastaylor9579]

WOW, slow down, let's not forget about the likes of LED ZEPPELIN, QUEEN, PINK FLOYD ,BOSTON, the ROLLING STONES, THE ALLMAN BROTHERS, but i would say they're the best southern rock band, well between them & THE ALLMAN BROTHERS.

[@Tuesdays_Gone]

@@thomastaylor9579 and I love all of them, but Skynyrd is my favorite.

[@thomastaylor9579]

@@Tuesdays_Gone hey brother just giving you a hard time, Skynyrd, is in my top 5 all time and I have "on the hunt" on my play list so I hear them at least once a day." you wanna ride in my big black car baby, you want go uptown " hey did you lose it when Sebs said he never heard of them or even said their name before, get the fu*k out of here. hey thanks for responding, have a great day.

[@wen-nz3sk]

My 1st son's ring tone when I call him. He was a fussy baby, so I would sing this to him. Yrs later, he was in the garage and I walked out it was on the radio and he was singing, stopping dead in my tracks, and I watched.🥺 When he saw me, he smiled. 😊💗

[@victoriaburch1367]

One of the best songs ever written and sung by Skynard. Pretty great!

[@chamberlainwonder369]

Powerful, powerful classic we ever listen in music

[@teresamerkel7161]

Boy does that take me back. Your reaction was a year ago so you won't see this but I'm glad you reviewed this one. And consider the gap between the generations then; it was huge. For this band to put this out as a wise parent advising their child. Mind blowing really.

[@pliny8308]

Wow, this deserves a lot more views. A great, great, song, and a great band.

[@tmfsable]

Luckily I got to see them live ,yea I'm old

[@jimmieblanton810]

Have to check out "freebird" live in Oakland in 1977. One of the best live band performances ever!!!

[@heartfanjim01]

The Knebworth show earlier in the tour was awesome also. Alan,Steve and I believe Gary were out on the tounge,for The Stones set,and Ronnie eventually came out and reeled them in. They were told to not go out on the tounge.

[@lcee6592]

I grew up with this band. This was one of the best written lyrics out there. Funny thing, this is more true today than when it was first released! Simple IS better. Hear me.

[@wendellburkhart8169]

My All time favorite band ever. I try to make a point about a song and I believe a true song isn't just written.. it has to be lived and then wrote .

[@LadyGator1983]

I recently discovered you and have been going through your video reactions. This song happens to be one of my favorite. I think that all parents should sit down with their children at some point and listen to the song with him. Absolutely love it.

[@Thenicolasduran]

That is something we never listened to around the house. Cool to see you open up to other music dude!

[@JulieRobichaud-e9z]

Beautiful tune, always makes me tear up. I’m so enjoying this channel. Keep it up, please🎸🎵

[@89801wink]

It's cool to hear you say that about your Dad as I tried to impart this to my son as a single parent. Some of it seems to have worked as he is one of the best humans I've had the pleasure to know.

[@Lilly-er2sw]

We grew up with images of war and the hippies but the teenagers of the 1970’s we loved music. We didn’t riot we rode around and listened to music. I listened to music when I was in the 5th grade. Just so different now days. The word possibly you were looking for~. *Nostalgic* ~ (wishing to go back in time). or and I do this a lot *Reminisce* ~ (to look back on, remember fondly). Of course I have the uncanny ability to know of a song for everything! *Little River Band* ~ Reminiscing ~

[@thecooltable9481]

I knew this song would resonate with you Sebs. This seems like the exact kind of message you would give to your children.

[@Hurricaneintheroom]

They were an iconic southern rock band. Still are.

[@6_pains]

Other songs by them you should check out: 1.) Free Bird (you’ve heard it, even if the name doesn’t ring a bell). 2.) That Smell (good story behind the song, also a bit underrated compared to other hits by them) 3.) The Ballad of Curtis Loew 4.) Tuesday’s Gone 5.) The Needle and The Spoon 6.) Gimme Three Steps

[@kimberlyokeeffe5360]

If I had control, I would make it mandatory that kids listen to these songs. There is a life lesson in each one.

[@66391_Moshup]

The store which inspired the curtis loew song was demolished 😢

[@bambiwallace3853]

I don't mean to correct You but the first line is My Momma Told Me. Not the Father. They were the Best Southern Rock Band in the Day. They can never be replaced.

[@gregwilliams9737]

OMG, another badass reaction coming right up 4 ya 😎💯🔥

[@karent710]

I absolutely love this song and always have. I introduced my son❤to this song a few years before he passed away at 22, may he rest at peace. He appreciated good bands with a good message that flows right through the soul.

[@dswil212]

The best of country rock!

[@sda6691]

They are such a great band and so legendary that you could literally fall into a rabbit hole with their catalog. I highly highly recommend it.

[@annepinkerton6280]

This was such a great band. I'm so happy I got to see them before the plane crash that killed Ronnie Van Zant and some of the band. I just visited their memorial in Magnolia, Mississippi, a few months ago. It's amazing!!!

[@brianoreilly3035]

Thanks sebs, if your sick and tired of simple man or brand new to it with your reaction now its great getting your take on whatever is truly interesting to you, keep being awesome

[@kathrynrovinski3103]

Skynyrd are southern rock legends. 💯

[@robertmorgan2862]

The band was named for their gym teacher his name was Leonard skinner and he didn't like all their long hair and tried to expell Gary for it but he wasn't about to cut his hair

[@roberttaylor1817]

Great song and delivery. I find it quite emotional, that’s what great music does.😊

[@gregwilliams9737]

This is gonna b a damn good & badass reaction 💯🔥😎 this song always hits deep , 1 of the greatest thing's about music is that music can not see in color... music see's 👁👁 in simple shades of black, white & Grey's... music is about how it hits ya, makes u feel, music is designed 2 take u on a positive, wonderful, worthy, leanful & exiting journey...

[@kimberlywalker6565]

This was advice from a mother to her only son. As a mother to only one son I would tell him these woods from his birth! He has grown to a wonderful man meet an amazing woman and I danced with him at his wedding to this song! They have been married 8yrs and have 2 amazing kids and he has became this simple amazing man husband and father has made me proud

[@dswil212]

Best Southern Rock song of all time!

[@mikesanders4362]

I always get emotional listening to Simple Man because you can feel RVZs heart and soul in this song. I still miss him. He was, warts and all, a special soul.

[@dswil212]

Their high school gym teacher in Jacksonville Florida 9:23 , Leonard Skinner, was a big support of the band. Band named after him.

[@rigs6874]

Whole album 🔥 saw them live before plane crash at Oakland Coliseum, but bought album and cassette tape when it 1st came out❤ my favorite simple man, Tuesday gone with the wind.. my son was about 3 he could sing gimme me three steps🤣😂❤

[@noebeltran5748]

Like your shirt bro. I live in waco. Enjoying your country music reaction videos! Keep up the good work. 👍

[@tomatolady11]

Love your thoughtful reactions.

[@christinapeck966]

I love some old school Lynyrd Skynyrd but Shinedown one of my favs Brent smith kills it 🎶😉💙music is life 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🙋🏻‍♀️

[@DannyLeeOGT]

Love Brent's vocals in Shinedowns cover!

[@thestoryends02]

the deftones version is great as well

[@christinapeck966]

@@thestoryends02 I love me some chino too 😉🎶

[@KCMJ69]

ONE of my all time GOATS. A really good cruising song on the Bike. Helps me get back down to Close to the speed limit LOL.

[@JohnDavidLove]

Dude you always make me smile

[@susanblauss1530]

I saw Lynyrd Skynyrd in concert as a teenager,love them! Such memories! If you liked this,you need to check out Freebird!

[@keithjames7843]

They don’t make music like this anymore This is one of the best bands that has ever played music How many bands do you know that every song they ever sang was a good song. I don’t know of another band that anyone can say this about To me this is the best rock band that has ever played music You can make a list of songs from this band and close your eyes and put your finger on one and you will be able to relate to it in some way The more you listen to this band the more you will want to hear My favorite band of any rock band

[@md23house]

New subscriber here just enjoy how you feel the music. I've watched you do 3 reactions and loved them all. Jackson brown was my fav.

[@jimsoderbom5884]

New here, crying over the Country songs and this being one of my favorite of all time. Lost my Mom a few months ago and music is my therapy....

[@bplebanek]

melancholy is the word.

[@TexasMagnolia]

Your videos only post the past 3 months. I totally missed! Southern Rock as its perfection! Wish I could see all your reactions.

[@julianwaters7192]

Fire reaction man 🔥

[@RobertCarriker-ov4tc]

I need to see Freebird at Oakland, California live

[@lisabain4012]

One of my fav songs.

[@nathanwhite5920]

The word is nostalgia, and that’s why I love this style of music so much. Try Bob Seger, talk about a voice that is so easy to listen too and gives those same feelings and more

[@nathanwhite5920]

Night moves, like a rock, down on main street to name a few to check out

[@williamtauriello1581]

Like I told my son: Be a good Dad. Job #1 Everything else is secondary.

[@vintagejunktofunk4616]

I cry every time I hear this song, my husband sings this song and can play on his guitar and I just cry my eyes out. Most beautiful song along with freebird

[@BalokLives]

I love this song. I have always loved the line "All I want for you my son is to be satisfied." If you think carefully that line has a double meaning. She just wants her son to be satisfied with life. But she also only wants her son to be satisfied with life and no more. It is a subtle difference, but it is there. You should listen to Rush. Fantastic band with forty-five years of fantastic music.

[@carolgranados4892]

My son is 24 and I started singing this to him since the day he was born.

[@lincolnstovall9471]

There all gone now. This is my favorite song. Lost my mother April 25 2022. Played at her grave sight. I play it when I’m missing her. I’m 60 years old. Raise 15 kids, two where mine.

[@MRBrien77]

7364 Easley Rd Magnolia Mississippi is the sight of the Memorial if anyone wants to visit it. It's near the crash site and it's eerily quiet when I visited it

[@DanaeQuirk]

This was our Mother/Son dance song at my oldest son’s wedding reception. Mic drop moment. ❤

[@jwmson7791]

Gotta do Curtis Loew! ♥️🎶 Glorious Southern Rock!! Also, Sweet Home Alabama, Tuesday’s Gone, and if you want a riff! - try Free Bird!! 🦅 R.I.P. Ronnie, Steve, Cassie, and others. 💔

[@josephvoytus3694]

I think you'll love their song Tuesday's Gone......guitar is great & lyrically it's STRONG too.

[@marilynross5965]

band of legend my favs

[@karensilvera6694]

This was my son/mother song 5 years ago today!! Happy anniversary to my son and daughter in law

[@tmfsable]

All of skynyrd songs were great

[@RitaBowen1]

They were my first concert way back in 1977 3 months before the plane crash

[@Boethius411]

Me and my buddies tried to recreate that iconic photo for our senior year book pictures in ‘91. We were all born in ‘73 when this was recorded and grew up close to 3614 Jackson Highway.

[@MrBocagator]

As a guitar player listen to The Breeze. Love playing it

[@barbott5941]

Southern Rock! Been so long since I’ve heard them!

[@2afreedom60]

I used to sing this to my son and daughter like a lullaby. Im 60. They still chase worldly goods. But at least there good adults. But they do lust after money still. Jeez. Love your reaction.

[@chriscarman179]

I believe the story goes. Gary rossington wrote parts based lessons his grandma taught him. I believe they were one of the first to have 3 lead guitar players at one time. Allen collins Gary rossington, and Steve Gaines. The band originated from Jacksonville Florida. The name came from their gym teacher Leonard skinner. Who use to get on to the guys for having long hair

[@jeffreybomba]

Great song that unintentionally shows us why our world is crumbling. This advice in the song does not come from a father, but instead is a mother because fathers were already disappearing from the equation.

[@jfrisaro]

Going down the rabbit hole of greatness. Tuesday’s Gone, Call Me The Breeze, Sweet Home Alabama, build you up to Free Bird. Then you’ll be hooked on the greatest Southern Rock band ever and arguably the greatest USA band. Their 5 yr window stacks up with the greatest of all time.

[@JG-ds6qs]

Catch one of their live performances with Ronnie singing on KZbin and you will see their power. There is a great concert in Oakland out there but many others.

[@bradpyles5322]

The lead singer wrote all the lyrics on the spot while they were working up the music and he was a perfectionist. They would work in a hot 10 bucks in Florida with no air-conditioning for 12 or 14 hours a day to perfect each song.

[@RobertMoritz1]

The music from the late 1960's through 1980 was the best music ever written. Nothing after even comes close.

[@terresafulcher-hx7lc]

My son and I are both Lynyrd Skynyrd fans, this is our song.

[@freebirdtony]

The opening riff is my ringtone.😊✌️

[@TheWynch]

I actually sang this to my son starting when he was a baby. Sadly , most of the band members on that album cover were killed not to long into the career of this music. They had some great songs, Sweet Home Alabama, Gimme Three Steps, Free Bird is iconic, Tuesday's Gone and several more. The band did reform with the remaining members and sound just as good, they tour still, but I think someone said their guitarist just died. So I don't know where they go now.

[@StarSurfer55]

Every grown man listening to this is thinking of their mom and crying their eyes out.