Shocking Reaction To Kenny Rogers - Coward of the County

[@mikefulp6818]

There's an old saying. The worst person you want to meet in battle is a kind heart that has been pushed to far.

[@benkendall4218]

Soooo true.

[@lindasmith3377]

Amen

[@Fractal_Noise]

In a way, this is kinda the premise of Doctor Who

[@andrewgamez7973]

That's my brother. Nicest person until he gets beyond mad. My mother and father were literally the only ones to calm him. After mom and dad passed I took over and I get some success but told him if he ever got as and as he would (which was rare very rare) I'm going take him down myself. Never had to put him on the ground but I'm ready. Love my brother and I protect him the best I can to make sure he never gets that way too. He's all I got left.

[@bwizzle4194]

@@andrewgamez7973 relatable

[@vernuf444]

“There are three things all wise men fear: the sea in storm, a night with no moon, and the anger of a gentle man.” Patrick Rothfuss

[@ladykatza]

Love me some Patrick Rothfuss

[@michaelwilwand8036]

Except for his inability to finish a story

[@zodinthara7925]

So true, so deep. That will be my fav line

[@TheAntigone43]

Truer words were never spoken!

[@sellersgarner]

that quiet fucker will kill you" - James Joyce

[@billgappmayer7911]

I love the quote "A peaceful person isn't someone who is incapable of violence, a peaceful person is capable of great violence but chooses to restrain themselves.".

[@MrOddball63]

Otherwise you're just harmless...

[@sykwookiee]

@@MrOddball63 ?

[@lucky9er567]

I’ve never heard that quote before but I love it. Reminds of “walk softly and carry a big stick” lol.

[@chaddnewman2699]

And clean your room, Bucko!

[@CrowCreekOutdoors]

Every living person is capable of great violence. The people who’ve never been violent just haven’t had the right buttons pushed yet.

[@kimberleedavis7170]

A lot of people choose to think that meekness, kindness, and self-control are weakness. They aren't. They are strength under control.

[@matthewschwartz9169]

More like rage uncontrolled

[@animalunleashed3812]

The expressions on their faces when the true message of this song hits them is exactly why I love this song. 3:36 - 3:40

[@bonniemartell9750]

Yes!!!

[@grisslebear]

T immediately went into beast mode. I got goosebumps.

[@magnificentmuttley154]

_I promised you Dad not to do the things youve done_ _I walk away from trouble when I can_ _**Please don't think I'm weak, I didn't turn the other cheek_ _But Dad I hope you can understand_ _Sometimes youve got to fight to be a man_ Those perfectly chosen words say it all This is living proof you need only hear a song once To remember it forever As a 70s kid I am privileged to have grown up with this Country Music- - But with Soul, Funk, & Motown, too It made better people out of us That is why we became musicians And we understand the power of music *Rest In Peace:* Kenny Rogers 1938-2020 Charlie Pride 1934-2020 Glen Campbell 1936-2017 John Denver 1943-1997 Jim Croche 1943-1973 ** = Correction made

[@grisslebear]

@@magnificentmuttley154 Correction: "Please don't think I'm weak, I didn't turn the other cheek." 😉👍

[@magnificentmuttley154]

@@grisslebear Ah! Ya petty bast***. Ok ok ok. Correction made! Ya happy now?? Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha! Yeah, thanks man. Right on 👌 Insert Pat O'Malley's old line from _Jungle Book:_ _And REMEMBER: an elephant never forgets! !_

[@jasonoverman9679]

"You don't have to fight to prove that you're a man but sometimes you have to fight when you're a man" words to live by

[@dalefleming6427]

My favorite line was "you could have heard a pin drop, when Tommy stopped and locked the door". That line gets the strongest emotional reaction from me.

[@Frostrazor]

ditto. Every fiddlstickin time

[@c.blakerockhart1128]

@@Frostrazor 🤔😂😂😂😂🇺🇸😎

[@warrenburlingame7087]

Every time I hear that line I get goosebumps

[@jyshot]

Manners Maketh Man

[@CanadianGrown]

If you haven’t yet you should watch “a Bronx tale”👍

[@SGTJDerek]

There is a reason the old saying "Beware the wrath of a patient man" or a quiet man, holds true.

[@okiewade917]

Demons run when a good man goes to war....

[@tfodthogtmfof7644]

Sometimes the quiet and patient ones plot a careful revenge and wait for the correct opportunity. One of my Dad’s sayings was “remember, everyone walks across a dark parking lot alone sometime.”

[@maryaltshuller885]

Same with a woman scorned.

[@tyroneloki5131]

i was always reserved and quite, so my grand dad always says this to me...."silent water runs deep"

[@Antipodean33]

All the most dangerous men I've met in my 58 years, have mostly been quiet spoken, easy going dudes

[@duckseason7349]

Damn, that was a great reaction, I truly enjoyed that. Whew! I'm old enough to remember that song playing on, not just country stations, but ALL kinda stations. The way you two were boppin to the beat then just stopped when Becky was assaulted made me pause. You were both truly shocked by that, which to me says something about your morals, your true inner selves. You can't fake that. You're two beautiful human beings, and I mean that. Thank you both.

[@stacyj8ball]

I haven't heard this song in years and it still brought tears to my eyes. Kenny Rogers was supremely talented. RIP

[@theashrook6129]

I love the two ways. “You don’t have to fight to be a man”, true. But he ends it with, “sometimes you have to fight when you’re a man”.

[@maryaltshuller885]

And the kid became a man at that point.

[@gaftbat]

@@LM-hb6yn Exactly. A real man doesn't have to fight.

[@peterwallis4288]

@@LM-hb6yn fighting doesn't make you a man. But being prepared to fight for what is right makes you a man. By fight, I mean figuratively or literally. You aren't much of a man if you can't stand up for yourself or others. Edit: I don't live up to this, by the way. I know I'm not a real man.

[@rs-ye7kw]

An overlooked gem from Kenny Rogers; "Ruby, Don't Take Your Love to Town."

[@mothermayhem3255]

Kenny Rodgers and The First Edition 1969 I was 14.

[@bbeard396]

But mel tillis wrote it and recorded it first

[@Faesharlyn]

His music is still a story that people understand.

[@tattoorocker]

love that song

[@CrowCreekOutdoors]

Heard it on 8 track

[@kandicemuha2014]

I'm not even a big country fan. I prefer metal...but I LOVE this song because Kenny Rogers was an amazing storyteller.

[@TheAdventuresofTNT]

AMAZING STORYTELLER! I pictured this in my head like a movie.

[@dalefleming6427]

I spent the majority of my life as a fan mostly of The Big 4, and it was Metallica reactions that brought me to this channel. I have been a growing country fan since Garth Brooks came out with The Thunder Rolls, Unanswered Prayers, and Friends In Low Places. I am so happy with the depth and connection to others this has brought to me.

[@kandicemuha2014]

@@dalefleming6427 same here but for me it was Megadeth that got me into reactions. I grew up hearing country from my mom... The ones I will listen to on my own are Kenny, Reba and Garth. I even got my pink rock husband into some of it! 😁

[@kandicemuha2014]

*punk rock

[@dalefleming6427]

@@kandicemuha2014 I think you might really like Rascall Flats, Brad Paisley, and Martina McBride.

[@violagreene4643]

I sometimes wonder if the people in reaction videos are really reacting to things for the first time, but the look in T's eyes when you got to the line "they took turns at Becky... and there was three of them" was so raw and real that I just know that this wasn't a put on. T took that image in his mind like a gut punch. And even after the end of the song, he still looked shook up. That's a sign of a good man.

[@jhorbs7494]

“Now pls don’t think I’m weak, I didn’t turn the other cheek. Papa, I sure hope you understand” that part makes me tear up every single time

[@davereynolds739]

I like how the line after this "Sometimes you have to fight WHEN you're a man" got transformed from what his father told him "You don't have to fight TO BE a man".

[@Boudica3030]

“Gentleness can only be expected from the strong, it is the weak who are cruel.”

[@jimwhite4105]

Not always

[@Melodyofthesea78]

@@jimwhite4105 Actually it is. Being cruel ends up dragging you and everyone down.

[@1RungAtATime]

They were getting into the song and dancing and then all of a sudden it's like "...this shit just got dark". 😆

[@stcif]

Don’t ever confuse meek with weak...

[@TexasRose50]

“For the meek shall inherit the earth.”

[@oldtimergaming9514]

@@TexasRose50 "Oh, it's the meek! Blessed are the meek! Oh, that's nice, isn't it? I'm glad they're getting something, 'cause they have a hell of a time." - Monthy Python

[@brendaneal472]

I would like to thank y'all for listening to country music and realizing that it is mostly stories of people life.

[@hitandruncommentor]

Thing most people don’t realize, rap and country aren’t that different. Both about home, family, life, and hardship.

[@magnificentmuttley154]

_I promised you Dad not to do the things youve done_ _I walk away from trouble when I can_ _You told me Im not weak for turning the other cheek_ _But Dad I hope you can understand_ _Sometimes youve got to fight to be a man_ Those perfectly chosen words say it all This is living proof you need only hear a song once To remember it forever As a 70s kid I am privileged to have grown up with this Country Music- - But with Soul, Funk, & Motown, too It made better people out of us That is why we became musicians And we understand the power of music *Rest In Peace:* Kenny Rogers 1938-2020 Charlie Pride 1934-2020 Glen Campbell 1936-2017 John Denver 1943-1997 Jim Croche 1943-1973

[@trumphatesyou]

And it was way better 30 years ago. Modern Country is mostly crap.

[@j77finel7]

I love the reaction on both of your faces when he hits the line… Both of you stopped and you’re faces fell in unison. People, real human beings, feel for others when they’re subjected to horrendous conditions. This song portrays one of the worst. Listening to Kenny, I felt the righteous anger and fury of a husband, of a true man, when he hears a woman has been treated horribly… and I was only 6 years old when it came out. I remember asking my granddad why he didn’t kill those guys that hurt that girl. I saw the same reaction in both of your eyes. Music reaches into the soul. Gender, race, belief system, it all breaks down when we’re faced with crimes like this. Even at my young age, I thought the punishment should be death. As I’ve grown and gained wisdom, this song brings me back to the place where I feel the permission to end someone. There are some people out there who can forgive much. I don’t ever know if I’m one of them. This song alway brings the difference of being raised in the country versus being raised in the city… or maybe not. Most of my friends, refined by a life in the city, want the boys to die - not just go to jail. In this day, I’m so glad that people (fellow humans) can join together and say that this behavior will never be okay.. and we’ll end you if you do it.

[@montanastranger]

My parents owned a rough workin man bar in great falls Montana early 80s through early 90s. Dad told me he learned through all the bar fights and bs. The toughest guy in the bar is the quiet guy at the end of the bar trying to be left alone 9 times outta 10.

[@christinaalvarado1983]

Amen. From a girl who unknowingly grew up in a bar. I didn't realize what I grew up in until I was grown. However, that being said, I was NEVER introduced to any harm from those who frequented the bar. I was hurt by those who didn't. Everyone, pay attention to right and wrong. The quiet ones are the ones who take it all in and usually fight only when it's wrong or right. The quiet ones are the ones you need to be wary of. They are the ones who fight on the side of righteousness. Even of you oppose. They see everything!!! The ones who bark the loudest have the smallest bite. From experience, I know. Just saying. Love your neighbor, but stand up when you see wrongs in any fashion being committed.

[@audreyricci6383]

Until you poke that 🐻 bear too hard too often, then watch out!😈👿👹👺☠️💀🗡️🔥 All hell will break loose.🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🗡️👿😈

[@smoothpants]

@@christinaalvarado1983 - They are also the ones who KNOW what kind of damage they can cause to another person, and rather not deal with it.

[@magnificentmuttley154]

_I promised you Dad not to do the things youve done_ _I walk away from trouble when I can_ _You told me Im not weak for turning the other cheek_ _But Dad I hope you can understand_ _Sometimes youve got to fight to be a man_ Those perfectly chosen words say it all This is living proof you need only hear a song once To remember it forever As a 70s kid I am privileged to have grown up with this Country Music- - But with Soul, Funk, & Motown, too It made better people out of us That is why we became musicians And we understand the power of music *Rest In Peace:* Kenny Rogers 1938-2020 Charlie Pride 1934-2020 Glen Campbell 1936-2017 John Denver 1943-1997 Jim Croche 1943-1973

[@Mike-dd2ht]

​@@christinaalvarado1983 thank you for recognizing star seeds

[@rileyandmike]

They actually made this song into a movie starring Kenny Rogers

[@pleutron]

Kenny made a couple of songs into TV Movies.

[@leahsweany4726]

Yes they made 3 movies on the Gambler and then The Coward of the County. Coward was made somewhere in between the Gambler movies.

[@xcellent-records]

This song always makes me think of the movie Back To The Future.

[@deannasisson5751]

@@leahsweany4726 The best one had Reba and a whole lot of western heroes from old TV shows and movies.

[@deannasisson5751]

This is the first time I came across the two of you doing reaction (usually watch Jamal), but the further back you go with these songs the more people will love your reactions. I am almost 63, but it is still hard for me to believe so many have never heard the songs my siblings and I grew up on. I'm sure it is just the 'I can't believe I'm that old!' syndrome. I love you guys! Keep up the good work! Old Country is almost always better. You did know there was a time in the 1980's that the only thing on Country stations was Reba and Garth, right? They would not play anybody who was dead, because they couldn't give out free tickets or whatever. A lot of good, Old Country fans went to other music, instead. A lot of diehards will tell me somebody sings like the old days, and I'll check it out, but I know the next time I hear some real, good Old Country is when I'm Upstairs in Heaven, hearing the old greats 'Live'. But you keep doing what you are doing. You do it well! God bless you both!

[@jamesbarrington3344]

Only Kenny Rogers could sing a song about a gang rape so smoothly that most people don't even realize what he said.

[@tamkepa]

I know right. And this is before everyone sad Rap was bad 😂 😂 😂

[@daveholyoak3837]

I enjoy the hell out of your reactions and how you appreciate the story telling aspect of country. It's the songwriter that tells the story not the singer. React to some Kris Kristofferson videos please. KK writes them and sings them

[@WritingYogi]

We realized. That’s a crime that could elicit rage in anybody, and could make anyone go off.

[@fredbarnes2049]

That's what I was getting at. Country can catch you unaware, before you have time to figure out there's a message, it's already in your head. Kenny wasn't the only one that had that, Johnny Cash was absolutely willing to take it to the mats also. If you don't believe me check out his ballad of Ira Hayes. And go Google the true story behind it when you do.

[@unknowndreamz3843]

Agree

[@arielelias928]

My dad made all of my siblings and myself hear this song once we turned 18, he left when I was 4 at 18 I was told he’s been incarcerated for the past 12 years. To this day I can’t finish the whole song. I just turn 21 yesterday and being able to still hear his voice is a blessing.

[@MissSunriseDawn]

I've loved Kenny Rogers my whole life (and cried like a baby when he died), and especially this song. I always smile when it says Tommy turned and locked the door, because I know those Gatlin boys are about to get what's coming to them! Gives me chills in the best way possible every time!

[@suehaney9256]

Another great story song from Kenny Rogers is “Lucille”

[@RicoBurghFan]

Great ass song

[@marieantoinette1360]

Noice

[@1calvinfunny1]

Don't forget "Ruby, Don't Take Your Love to Town and "Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In) when he was with the First Edition

[@jfree336]

You picked a good time to leave me Lucille

[@thegrumpyfatazz7612]

I wish they made a movie out of Lucille

[@wally837]

First of all, great reaction. I am a metal head, but I have a spot in my heart for the music of Kenny Rogers. At 49 years old I have not had to fight to prove I am a man. For me, insults are not a reason to fight nor is a punch in the face (I have been tested on that once). Threaten the life of my wife/family, or violate them in any way and you will see 49 years or restraining myself evaporate. I might defend myself if I thought it was a life or death situation, but I have not been tested there yet. I have probably heard this song at least one hundred times, but this has to be the first time I really listened to the lyrics. My father did not lead a passive life, but he gave me some wisdom that I will never forget. You can choose to or not to be angry. Don't allow others to control you with your anger.

[@CollinZaffke]

When Tommy locks the door that was a "now youse can't leave" moment. You can just imagine the air went right out of them just before Tommy ripped into them.

[@rossbrumby1957]

Now youse can't leave- was that from Goodfellas?

[@Hondadctrider]

@@rossbrumby1957 A Bronx Tale.

[@michelesanville8822]

Kenny Rogers was an amazing storyteller in his songs.. When he sang "they took turns at Becky", you both got completely serious, almost apprehensive of where this song was headed... I've known this song since it was released and look forward to Tommy kicking ass and taking names in the end. Your reaction truly brought back that moment of "the plot twist"

[@fatboy1271]

You two are awesome 🤘🤘 Sorry, but I loved the "he better shot them..." You gonna love Tom MacDonald's Withdrawals... Yeah, it hurts, but I can't wait for your reaction to it!!!

[@emilievanhaelst976]

Kenny can really tell a story. You know its a good song when you just sit back and really listen to the words.

[@charminsavage2512]

1 coward took down 3 bully abusers that day...don't ever underestimate the quiet ones, they will always surprise you in some way. There is a TV movie based on this song, it's a hard watch at one point, but it follows the song - and Kenny Rogers acted in it.

[@richremaly8418]

You know the worst thing about this song. The bad guys were the Gatlin brothers. At the time Larry Gatlin and his 2 brothers were also famous country music stars. I always wondered how they felt about this story.

[@sheldon3996]

Not bullies ... rapists!

[@TimedRevolver]

@@richremaly8418 Kenny had a kind of rivalry with them, taking little jabs at each other.

[@claviclenotch1876]

"It takes a lot of strength to be kind". Well said young lady. Great reaction from both of you. ❤

[@edwardcook2973]

When I listen to this song, I remember what my dad told me 2 years before this song came out. Son, don't ever start a fight. If you can, walk away from a fight. If they call you a coward, let them. It is just a word. But if someone puts you in a situation where you have no choice but to fight, you do and use whatever it takes to be the only one able to walk away at the end of the fight. I have always believed that the most dangerous person is one who does not want to fight, but just wants to live in peace. When that person is pushed to a point where they have no choice but to fight, they are not simply fighting to do the right thing. They are fighting to avenge the peace that they were forced to abandon. That makes them more dangerous than you could ever imagine.

[@samuelvincent557]

The advice my Father gave me was very similar. Being called a name doesn't make it true. My Father had a bad temper when he was young. He got into a lot of fights. Many he regretted later in his life. Not just for the damage he did, but because they were fights he shouldn't have risen to. What he taught me about fighting was to avoid it, whenever possible, because the cost of getting into a fight is often more than it's worth. But there may come a time that walking away will cost more. Like when a loved one is being threatened or hurt. And there was a philosophy about fighting that he taught me, and this has helped me keep a fight or two from happening. If someone picks a fight with you that you cannot get out of, remember, that in a fight like that, there are no rules or honorable methods. You fight to win and do whatever it takes. I had someone try and start a fight over something stupid and I told him that if he insisted in fighting, I would do the the honor of taking him as a serious threat and consider this a fight for my life. He was just sober enough to understand that, and he walked away, after some more blustering. I am happy to say that I am nearly 50, and have yet to be in a real fight and I hope to keep that record going.

[@garyschwenk9654]

When I think of Kenny Rogers the first song that comes to my mind is "Lucille" one of my all time favs from him

[@lisawade5937]

This song described my uncle's situation when his wife asked for a divorce.

[@larrybarrjr.6720]

Kenny was one of the best storytellers in country history and his voice was singular.

[@gaelicwarrior5064]

"I'm not locked in here with you, you're locked in here with me."

[@UnthinkableFairytales]

"if" is a very powerful 2 letter words that we always disregard..see Daddy told him walk away "if " you can..he could have just said walk away from trouble...and that's it... The "if" is the game changer.

[@playertk808]

100%

[@zodinthara7925]

Sooooo right

[@jurgenvonjessica4656]

The way you immediately were nodding as the Dad was asking the son not repeat his mistakes, then froze when the gang r*** happened and then just had to sit for a moment when it was over...you felt that song...just as I do every time I hear it and have since I heard it as a child. Love how you guys are opening yourselves to new music and the experiences others grew up with - and taking us with you. Thank you!! This is a really hard song. When I got older and understood what exactly happened to Becky...yeah..this one hits hard.

[@bartlett454]

A fantastic interpretation of a really powerful song full of meaning. "Do not mistake kindness for weakness". Well said. Kindness should be more revered in this world and it should not be taken advantage of by deceitful men and bullies. Nor should it be regarded as weakness. A real, genuine man shows compassion and kindness to his family, neighbours, and global community. That is strength of character and demonstrates moral integrity.🥃

[@yuncht3065]

"Beware the fury of a patient man" - Tom Clancy

[@drollieascoliasm9667]

Seven Spanish Angels by Willie Nelson and Ray Charles. It's one of my personal favorites.

[@YouT00ber]

I had to check it out, what a great song! Thanks for the suggestion!

[@jcbogdon]

Oh that one brings all the feels! Love it! You heard the tribute one with Jamey Johnson an Alison Kraus it’s so good!

[@realemiele.franco736]

It's been nearly 40yrs since I've heard this song and trust me... NEVER EVER underestimate someone and NEVER EVER bully ANYBODY.

[@monicaw5036]

Ditto

[@zodinthara7925]

Soo true. Coming from an ex high school bully. I learned my lesson from an immgrant whom i pushed too far.

[@dearydarling]

Aww so glad to find you guys

[@randyriegel8553]

My best friend owns a bar as his side business. My wife's Ex came in and started hitting on my wife in front of me. My buddy Perry beside me told the dude to leave my wife alone. They guy kept messing with her and I got up and punched him... then next thing I know my buddy Perry was kicking his ass too. By the time Perry and I were done we carried the guy out and laid him in the gravel parking lot. Face bloody and sure some broken ribs. The owner called 911 and said that there was a fight outside his bar and one guy is hurt and the other guy must have ran off. They took the guy in an ambulance. But it's weird no one in close knit bar saw a thing 😁 Point being don't mess with my wife or kids. I'm the most laid back guy ever... but I get pushed to far then it's on.

[@garychurch938]

Not trying to blow everybody up here but I really love the way you guys open up and listen and understand. Songs and their lyrics especially the lyrics have always meant everything to me because words matter.

[@kenrichards4838]

"Lady" by Kenny Rodgers is the best love song ever! Lionel Richie wrote it

[@Frostrazor]

There's a video of Kenny singing this live and he calls Lionel up on stage to help him and they do it as a "duo" :-) That's a great one.

[@JPDillon]

@@Frostrazor If you react to that one, make sure you do the version where Kenny tells the story of how Lionel brought him the song. It's hilarious. And you can tell they have a genuine love and respect for each other. Kenny was such a talented and kind man.

[@davidyoungquist6074]

We had this sung at our wedding. My wife came down the aisle to it.

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

yes Lionel Richie wrote it with Kenny Rogers in mind to sing it. They were friends.

[@paulmartin2348]

"Demons run when a good man goes to war". I have 11 brothers and sisters and people think we are all fun and not mean. If you push too far you will find a stone wall. Nuff said.

[@tedcurrently6092]

"Lord, help me get one more." - Desmond Doss. Never fired a shot in anger yet won the medal of honor.

[@kdaures]

Here to thank you for the Doctor Who reference ❤️

[@Srg258]

@@kdaures Dr who!

[@wolgarolisal]

Had an older cousin who we grew up with and I came to call him as my older brother because he was at home when i came into this world. We didnt have recorders,or cassette tapes back then but whenever this song came on the radio i would spot him frozen on the spot listening to it. He went on to join the army and became one of the elites-we lost touch .Later in years we met up again and as I get to know him again he started to open up to me more.He always counted me as his little brother so he shared some deep issues.What he went through,what he witnessed as a kid-his sister- raped,then his mum got married again,him coming to live at our home and watching how abusive physically,and mentally my dad was to my mum- how my dads brothers and cousins(grown as man) just sat quietly and didnt intervene when all this abuse was happening.He said that was the reason he joined the army so he could learn all that skill come back home with the vengeance if he ever come back home. He did come back when he did. He later said that he has been back before but found out that everyone has changed.Dad has been changed by Jesus- left drinking and has mellowed and loved mum. Our uncles were more responsible and had left that life behind. I dont know what happened to those that raped his sister-but after hearing all his memories i came to understand the reason he was so attached to this song. He became a social worker by default - not that he went out of his way to study it as a career,he just had a way with street kids.How he encouraged them,helped mould some awesome human beings - So much more about him i could share but i think ive said enough. I just watched your reaction and thought about him when listening to that Kenny Rogers song again.

[@conniemiller9789]

Your interpretation of this song was so spot on and Tasha had such an awesome outlook on it. I love the two of you and wish I had discovered your channel much sooner than I did. God bless you both.

[@shawnj1966]

I was messed with a lot when I was a kid because I was skinny and smart and looked like a nerd but I had a bad temper and wasn't scared of anyone. That's the only reason I survived. Just because someone would rather not fight, doesn't mean they won't or can't.

[@eileenbaran7040]

Always be aware of the quite ones, their the ones to fear, seriously don't cross them

[@mightymoose1158]

It is an old song, it was a hit because it spoke to all of us. The quiet ones AND the bullies.

[@addisonstudios5536]

I was the same. The only difference is that instead of my temper, I used my wits and humor to get myself out of those situations.

[@johnathongillette4088]

when you said " He better shoot them" i jumped up like YES! I AGREE!

[@jmango2636]

Not sure if y’all heard Lady by Kenny Rogers That man was a brilliant artist Rest in Paradise Kenny

[@kathleenherron594]

Lady was written by Lionel Ritchie.

[@jmango2636]

@@kathleenherron594 thanks genius. I never said anything about who wrote it but thanks for your 10 cents

[@brianstewart23]

Kenny and Lionel wrote many songs for each other. They were very good friends.

[@jmango2636]

@@brianstewart23 okay so what song did Kenny write for Lionel??? I am dying to hear this answer

[@boujramiboujrami6014]

@@jmango2636 let it rest Guus both artists had much respect for each other,no competition between them

[@faithunwavering]

I just discovered this channel. I love how at about 3:38 Y'all both look like 'sh!t just got real'. I'm looking forward to binge-watching your videos tonight💙🙂

[@lenawright1857]

I was born and raised in the South (Georgia), and when I was a young girl I had a HUGE crush on Kenny Rogers (before all the cosmetic surgeries). That being said, I was raised that you didn't start a fight, and if you could walk away you should. However if walking away wasn't an option then you made sure they knew you were there. I know that there's always someone out there bigger and badder than you, but if you had to fight, you give/gave it your all. That's how I raised my kids and my granddaughter (her mama, my eldest is a US AIRMAN 1st class and a single mom). I have always believed that there's a time and a place for everything. Love your videos and I plan on watching more of them in the future 🙂!

[@drakeloki4214]

I love this song because my dad is like the guy in this song. He is soft spoken and doesn't seem the type to be confrontational and usually just walks away or says what he needs to to keep the peace but on the rare time someone goes at mom he won't hesitate to throw the guy at a wall.

[@matthalpin1981]

At first I thought you two just seem like a beautiful, honest couple. Then I saw you two really went on an emotional journey with this song. I grew up with this song and re-experiencing it through your eyes and ears was a true treat. Thank you for sharing.

[@larrybarrjr.6720]

It really sucks when you're a kind person and you expect others to treat you the way you treat them, then they let you down.

[@jimwhite4105]

Watch and listen to people. What's in the heart! Will come out at some point in some way! If your not born again with a gift called spiritual discernment. Your an easy target for the corrupt! Unless God in some way intervenes!

[@kristihardin-smith3515]

We just saw a two hour long movie in our minds by listening to fiveish minute song. That's the thing I love about these older country story songs.

[@jaynemorgan9216]

I absolutely loved your reaction this, the emotions running across your faces was priceless. you would have to be a lump of wood not to feel this song

[@chrismorgan283]

Every year, my parents dragged us to a Kenny Rogers concert. I think I saw him 6 or 7 times. I used to resent it like crazy. Now, I'm kinda glad they dragged me along.

[@karlsmith2570]

"The kindest people are the ones that you have to watch out for" That's absolutely true People who are kind-hearted are oftentimes mistaken for being pushovers, but when they'd had enough, all hell breaks loose

[@pleutron]

Great reaction guys. I've come to know Tasha a lot more lately watching her country music reactions. You both have your heads on straight. I know recently Tasha opening up about people not having manners and being rude touched me. When I listen to this song, for me, Tasha seems to me to be exactly like Tommy. Anyways, I'm just rambling at this point. I enjoy your channel and reactions. Keep it up.

[@TheAdventuresofTNT]

Ive known my wife for a very long time and that video touched me as well. Thank you for taking the time to hang out with us.

[@Frostrazor]

@@TheAdventuresofTNT Based on Pleuton's comment regarding Tasha's feelings and outlook, perhaps try "What This World Needs is a Few More Rednecks" by Charlie Daniel's Band. It's a nice poignant piece that talks a little about how down to earth and overall good hearted people.

[@Kyncayde1]

Love this song and Kenny Rogers he tells stories. But this is one of my favorites. Sometimes folks just push too far, which is why what happened, happened in the song. Love your channel and your diversity and comments. Keep up the good work!

[@murrismiller2312]

MEEK isnt WEAK... the meek will inherit the earth, because they have power UNDER CONTROL - Gods discipline !!!

[@jeremybrooks7415]

When I got older and listened to it again, at the end when he says "sometimes you gotta fight when you're a man, that both he and his dad were right. You don't HAVE to fight or feel the need to have to fight to be a man, but you might have to but know when.

[@jenb9562]

You guys came across my feed just now and I watched it cuz I like the song.... And I thought I'd see what you guys had to say....loved way at the part & you just stopped bopping around. Y'all didn't bop no more the rest of the song.. and you said he better shoot them. Y'all just earned another subscriber..

[@phhargis3270]

Same

[@tonyk4615]

The awesome thing about this song is that afterwards you all spent so long discussing the story and what it meant. It’s a song that really makes you think and sticks with you.

[@jimrupe9991]

I'm a rock and metal fan , but i love old school country (1930's - 1970's) and also a little bluegrass. Another great song and story is "The ballad of Ira Hayes." By Johnny Cash.

[@dracoswhitewolf]

I'm 50, and this song always brings tears to my eyes. My dad played this song when I was young, to show me how to be and how not to be. Thank you for doing this song. As for shooting them, back in the day we didn't use guns, it was fists.

[@audreyricci6383]

Tommy took all of those boys to "👊 Fist City" and a whole world of hurt.🌎🌍🌏

[@davidmeeks2405]

How I was raised, Mom always told me that it takes a bigger person to walk away. Unfortunately in this world there are some people who only understand one thing. Sometimes you just have to make a stand and it's really sad that people insist on pushing others to point. We're all in this Shit together we can at least be nice to each other.

[@glenndespres5317]

You could see it in your faces when Tommy walked in to Becky crying in a torn dress. Now it’s like, “Oh, crap... what’s Tommy gonna do NOW???”

[@SherriLyle80s]

I grew up with all kinds of music, Kenny Rogers was one of the musical backgrounds of my childhood. 👍

[@b.william481]

Both your reactions somehow takes me back 20 years when I first heard this tune. You are both a pleasure to listen to. Damn I want to have coffee with yall!

[@JennyJohn50]

Thanks for sharing yourselves with us - y'all are the kind of people I like to be around. I really appreciate y'alls reactions.

[@KittCrescendo]

If you want a great story by Kenny Rogers that isn’t so dark, check out The Greatest by him.

[@Foolmoon1973]

That's a great song, way to few people know about it.

[@jordanhowe5998]

Still tears, just different ones.

[@catfishandcoleslaw]

Yes! “The greatest” is a fantastic tune!! What a great perspective, fantastic story!!

[@RogerMeinert]

Another vote for "The Greatest"

[@CaptainFrost32]

@@Foolmoon1973 The basis for a family friendly commercial a few years ago...

[@TheAllthegoodstuff]

"It takes a lot of strength to be kind" well said, princess. Really interesting and insightful analysis. Thanks, crew. Much love.

[@thomasbarnett2425]

"A good man doesn't need rules, and now's not a good time to find out why I have so many!" Doctor who

[@StrategicWealthLLC]

That is a brilliant line.

[@christophermichael6844]

That is one of the most terrifying moments in the history of the show

[@princessxera]

I was coming here to say the same thing.

[@benjamansharer7969]

Demons run, when a good man goes to fight

[@jimwhite4105]

Living by God's rules. Is what makes a good man or woman good! Human nature is rotten to the core! Give them a second. They'll prove it! A Godly person is the polar opposit!

[@guittadabe5214]

I'm so glad I stumbled on your Kenny Rogers series! You were awesome reacting to the songs. BUT you missed his biggest hit! Please react to "Lady", a song written by Lionel Richie, and Kenny did an unparalleled job with it. Super romantic song, and he rocked a beautiful white suit! (14799) Lady - Kenny Rogers - KZbin

[@therealrobertmcdonald]

The Gatlin brothers was old school diss because Kenny had beef with the real Gatlin brothers.

[@TheAdventuresofTNT]

Lol daaaaammnn!!! Kenny was a G for this one

[@toddhill1049]

I only discovered the 2 of you last night, as you reacted to Coward of the County. What shone through the most to me was your humility, humanity, and compassion. Please don't ever change from the wonderful people it is obvious that you both are.

[@757optim]

You have to really know who you are in order to turn the other cheek.

[@kendallcarstens9194]

NOW, if you want the full picture of this song, watch the movie Kenny starred in about this song. The movie Coward of the County. There is a dvd pack out at Walmart that has all 5 Gambler movies and the Coward of the County. All 6 movies in one pack. Cost for the pack is around $20.00, well worth it.

[@pleutron]

Should also, while you're at it, check out Kenny Rogers in the movie Six Pack :)

[@fredbarnes2049]

Here's the thing. If country has a weakness, it's that it's polarized politically. Country is being used by a lot of people like Upchurch to put their views out there. Which is fine, I totally believe in freedom of speech. And country is a great vehicle for it, like funk back in the 70s, sneak a message in under the radar, the pleasant tone of country, the groove of funk. However God help you if you go anyways but conservative with it. Ask the Dixie Chicks or Steve Earle about that. If you're gonna have freedom of speech you really, really, have to be free. Enough sermonizing. This song is absolutely brutal in it's honesty, true to it's message. To be honest, I'd forgotten it, and thank you for your perspective. Sometimes we come to take things for granted, and we have to be reminded of what was important, that somebody took a stand once. That takes a fresh audience and an open mind, thank you for being both. By the way, if I get jumped on here, for what I said it's fine. Above all I believe in freedom of speech, as long as nobody gets their rights taken away or hurt. I think you should do Steve Earle's Copperhead Road. The man is a true musical outlaw. Also check out Johnny Cash's Ballad of Ira Hayes, and the true story behind it it shows what country can accomplish when it wants to.

[@timstewart9026]

I taught karate for over 40 years (8th dan), and this song speak to when you do or don't use violence. You DON'T have to fight to be a man, but sometimes you must fight to protect your family and loved ones. Two very different things. I really enjoy your reactions,

[@Tuesdays_Gone]

I remember when this came out. It crossed over from Country to Rock and Pop. They played this on almost every radio stations. Great reaction.

[@donjenkins3861]

You Two are such a Beautiful Young Couple. What a Great Reaction. Please try reacting to Kenny before he went Country and was just an old Rock & Roll fella! His group was Kenny Rogers and the First Edition. One of his Greats was "Just Dropped In To See What My Condition Was In". Or how bout "Something's Burning", or "Ruby, Don't Take Your Love To Town", actually it's just called "Ruby" but I imbelished it a little bit to Tantalize you! 😊😊🤗🤔😎

[@LeannWebb61]

YES!

[@missingthehills4732]

Great tune and reaction. I'd recommend "Lucille" by him. If you like story tellers, try some Marty Robbins.

[@thomaslindsey7685]

Your video is great. Perhaps people listening can be drawn together instead of being divided. One of my favorite C&W singer (just passed away) was Charlie Pride. He was one of the kindest man in the business. He had lots of songs. Thank you for your videos.

[@Serene80]

If you want a great song that gives you hope and a new way to see things, listen to Kenny's The Greatest... The Last 10 Years is great too. Well, really anything Kenny did...

[@LeannWebb61]

Not sure if y’all have checked out Marty Robins or not but his song “El Paso” is another story telling song.

[@MrJparkerpunx]

I second that one. That's such a great song.

[@jordanhowe5998]

Yesss, Marty Robbins!

[@deannasisson5751]

Beautiful choice. Just about all of his are good. Some I haven't been able to hear, because I get too emotional. The song 'El Paso' is the first of a trilogy, though. 'Faleena' is #2, if you want to play them in order, but it was too long for radio play. 'El Paso City' was almost as big a hit for him in the early 1970's. I loved them all, but I don't recall finding an album with all three on it. Just give the trio a try and you will be hooked on Marty for life.

[@Rebelrocker69]

Don't forget about Big Iron. Not part of the trilogy, but still a great song.

[@LeannWebb61]

@@Rebelrocker69 A big iron on his hip 🎵🎵 Anything by Marty Robbins is a winner in my book.

[@robertstone9342]

Kenny Rogers, God rest his soul, Was a great story teller and his stories usually had a good moral lesson behind them. It was nice to watch you react to this beautiful song and to see that you actually understood the message. Kenny, your lessons are still being learned to this day sir

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

We lost a national Icon when he passed. My mom was always a huge fan of his and so I grew up listening to his music. We also saw him perform 3 different yrs at our local Fair. once when he was with the 1st Edition and later when he was just with his band. That man could sell Ice to a polar bear in the middle of a blizzard.

[@vichigdon4523]

Travis Tritt trilogy. Anymore, Tell me I was dreaming, If I lost you. You have to watch all 3 in a row.

[@williamrutland8097]

That’s back when Country music told a story. They actually made a movie about this song.

[@KrystinaLiberty]

Another one to try, it’s not Kenny Rogers, but Don’t Take the Girl by Tim McGraw.

[@johnbean9607]

"The Long Arm of the Law" is another great song from Kenny Rogers.

[@dalefleming6427]

I really think you guys should react together to Little Things by Brad Paisley, it should put a smile on both your faces.

[@dalefleming6427]

Correction...song title is Little Moments....sorry

[@driptrat]

I love you both, and thank you for making this video, but when I saw you guys digging the grove of this song my mind instantly said "Oh God! They don't know!" And then the instant change in expression, I havnt laughed so hard in a good long while XD I'm subscribing to your channel because you come of as good honest people and I think the world is better for having you in it :)

[@MrMike4017]

I'm new, loved your reaction. I subscribed n hit the bell🙂🙂👍👍

[@bcojr1074]

I am kind hearted but if you put me in a corner i'm coming out like a lion.