The Beatles - Come Together (REACTION)

[@kslit99]

GOATS.. enough said..

[@kslit99]

Ditto

[@jtj909]

It’s so great to see young dudes diggin on the Beatles. It’s hard to overstate their place in history.

[@g.e.5723]

It is TRULY enjoyable watching you guys dig dis stuff!

[@jeraldkimball494]

Paul is on Bass also comes in with singing with John.

[@JoeSmith-ey2xp]

Ringo is at the same time the most famous drummer of all time and the most underrated.

[@signe2023]

Ringo is not an underrated drummer!

[@JoeSmith-ey2xp]

@@signe2023 most peoples greatest drummer lists rarely include him, i think he was fantastic.

[@jeffcorey5841]

I agree with you, he was understated but always innovative and perfect for the song.

[@richardpedrazine731]

I love Ringos drums...fantastic

[@DLux437]

Best band in the world, period

[@z-man2343]

My boy Ringo made it sound easy, but he was doin' stuff no other drummers were doin'. He was extremely innovative, yet never, ever got out of the pocket. Consummate professional.

[@elisaabolafia9542]

Well put❗Agreed. Ringo was a fantastic Drummer....on every cut. 🔥

[@normandaubry]

Ringo’s my favorite Beatles. A great drummer who doesn’t always get the respect he deserves

[@jjvermeer]

"Ringo had it easy, but it sounds great." You gave the perfect description of Ringo. He just played what the song needed. Nothing more, nothing less. All the best guys.

[@richardeast3328]

Ringo morphed into the song.

[@martyk656]

It may sound easy. "It Don't Come Easy" :)

[@SammyRenard]

That's the genius of ringo, he makes it look easy

[@joshb23]

NEVER anything less!

[@Slap_Shot1977]

Ringo might have had it easy, but there would be no Beatles without him.

[@billc.5861]

It’s all about Ringo Starr on the drums. 2 kicks on the foot pedal, some flams on the hi-hat then fill on the toms. And he covered his toms with cloth so they’re muted. Brilliant ! Most drummers would approach the drumming in this song very straightforward. So good

[@joescott8877]

Didn't Ringo have to learn to play a right-handed drum kit even though he was left-handed or something? Kind of gave him an edge of sorts, as I recall hearing once on Sirius XM.

[@countkolob]

@@joescott8877 That's correct. It's one reason his fills sound unique because he goes left to right instead of right to left across the toms.

[@billc.5861]

Yes , great question. he’s a lefty playing right handed , with that said as a right handed drummer you naturally start your fills leading with your right hand and there kick drum played right footed Makes sense. , so he’s doing thing backwards or off handed Not easy to do. With that aside his approach to the song was so good Most drummers would probably play the song in a standard 4 / 4 time and maybe mix it up a little. He’s just a brilliant drummer who’s over looked by some because he’s not a Neil Peart or John Bonham.

[@JosephHuntelvisnspiders]

@@billc.5861He addresses it here :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJ2cYmtuerWXgqs

[@lathedauphinot6820]

He put “tea towels” (I’m American and don’t really know what those are) on his toms and a pack of cigarettes on the snare.

[@johnhitchens2265]

Ringo is an amazing drummer. He has the feels

[@jofi4580]

Just simple chill grooves. Love it.

[@jhamler1]

No cap.. I'm a drummer myself and this song has so much space I'd be tempted to go ham all over the track. But Ringo keeps it stupid simple. And when I say stupid I mean stupid good.

[@jeffreyletourneau299]

Hell yes.

[@jims9434]

If you're doing the full album, the medley HAS to be reacted to as one piece. Enjoy the ride fellas!

[@erikahlander3489]

To me the whole album is a medley!

[@Bosnbabe]

Yes, get the full experience!

[@ron88303]

Yes; absolutely! One piece.

[@vicprovost2561]

Yes, it would be criminal to chop it up. Beethoven, Mozart & The Beatles!

[@BBaldwin]

Correct. It really is the only way to properly do it. Hopefully, they’ll see your comment and proceed accordingly.

[@general-cromwell6639]

Well, if you do the Beatles, that rabbit hole is deep and outstanding. All the best. Cheers.

[@kenlawless7247]

The Beatles entire recording career was about six years. In that time, they recorded all of their early pop songs, the transitional albums "Revolver" and "Rubber Soul", and their more modern albums. You don't even have to be a fan to understand what a phenomenal body of work this is in such a short period of time.

[@KingOfNebbishes]

12 albums in 7 years, 13 if you count Magical Mystery Tour. Some groups have had sustained runs of creative excellence, but none quite that massive.

[@Tijuanabill]

All recorded before they turned 30 as well.

[@jhamler1]

There will never EVER be another rock band like them. Period. Just isn't possible in today's world.

[@DerekDerekDerekDerekDerekDerek]

​@@KingOfNebbishesand apart from magical mystery tour, they made at least 2 singles every year that they didn't put on albums

[@randybass8842]

​@@KingOfNebbishes, Magical Mystery Tour was a unique album. You could be thinking of Yellow Submarine, which had a few rereleases, and the second side was all instrumentals from the animated movie of the same name.

[@messi8921]

The Beatles are just the best!

[@koenjules]

As a heads-up, Abbey Road ends in a medley starting from You Never Give Me Your Money. You have to do it in one video to experience its complete greatness.

[@Jhofy]

yep please, all those songs are connected and are really awesome to hear all together, also some songs are so short like 1 minute so i dont think separating all videos is a good thing

[@tomroome4118]

What they said!!

[@keymack2477]

True this! The songs will make little sense one at a time, but they are meant to be heard together as a medley.

[@Torrentialdownpurr]

I usually start at I want you/She's so Heavy for the medley 😂

[@randybass8842]

Also, you need to ensure that your source plays them all together, without gaps between the songs. That's the way it was laid down on the original album.

[@darrylbennett4297]

Guys, Abbey Road is a perfect record. Enjoy the ride! Billy Preston was on keys I believe.

[@uprightdoublebass]

In college, I took 200 hits of acid and put the CD on repeat for the whole time

[@SnoBear626]

@@uprightdoublebass Ummmm. NO.

[@uprightdoublebass]

​@@SnoBear626I'll tell ya, Sun King was a happy place every time

[@rhhfayetteville]

The late, great Billy Preston was actually credited for contributing to only playing the Hammond organ on "Something" and "I Want You (She's So Heavy)”. Who really knows what part he played in other pieces, but his presence definitely can be felt throughout.

[@matzabean]

This album is a universe and every song is a full spectrum world to explore. No matter how many times I listen, I always hear something new and special. Abbey Road will take you places.

[@Makai77]

To this day, The Beatles are my all-time favorite band. The Beatles provided the template for the modern rock band. Every band since has been influenced in some way, shape or form, by The Beatles.

[@sheila1965troubles]

Agree 💯. People can rave on and on about the Stones and Zep and other bands of that era as being "the best" but it ALWAYS comes back to The Beatles. They kicked off the 60s British Invasion and pioneered everything that everyone else followed. And I absolutely love the Stones and Zep and other bands from that time.

[@rbking9296]

@ efardette not only did they have a huge influence on the music industry but they influenced an entire generation of people during that period in time

[@dukejohnson1956]

@@sheila1965troublesdon’t forget who inspired all those Brits tho! Little Richard, buddy holly, Elvis, everly bros, chuck berry, jerry lee all pioneers as well

[@minhearg8331]

On this type of track, maybe, but I hear none of those influences in Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds, for example, or Strawberry Fields Forever. The Beatles were a multi-genre band.@@dukejohnson1956

[@Lindenrd25]

These guys get it. Great reaction.

[@franktrig]

That moment in history when four of just the right musicians "Come together" and create magic for a relatively short time though their catalog seems endless.

[@willblood7082]

Y’all just started a great journey! Paul’s bass playing on this song and throughout the album is absolutely sublime 🔥

[@GabrielSoares-lj9rv]

The all album is a "Master Class" of bass playing! By Sir Paul McCartney!!!...

[@andrewdavid5928]

Ringo's subtle genius on display.

[@markdrechsler5660]

Yep. Ringo is underrated as a drummer. He may not be the flashiest, or the most technical, but he’s got the feel, and he’s got restraint when it’s called for. This song really shows off his skills.

[@ivanjulian2532]

Ringo is underrated by exactly ZERO people know know anything about music.

[@mpemberton7760]

I remember when I was about 12 and this song first hit the airwaves, and I was like, "That's what The Beatles are doing now?" It was a whole new thing I'd never heard them do before...a funky, bluesy, slow burn groove that absolutely hypnotized me. And it still does to this day. Maybe their best song ever.

[@eximusic]

Evidence that Ringo was a genius drummer and Paul a genius bass player. And Paul was John's best background vocalist. Great synergy. Paul was on the keyboard. The entire album is amazing.

[@richardbarton6146]

You two brothers are cool as hell.... would love to meet you someday. That has got to be my favorite Beatles song of all time!

[@gs8191]

Actually, it was Paul McCartney on electric piano on this one. I, too, thought it was Billy Preston, but Paul is an excellent pianist as well as bass player. Billy did play on Abbey Road, adding an organ to both Something and She's So Heavy. The reason they needed Billy on the Let It Be sessions (now redubbed the Get Back sessions by Peter Jackson) was because they not only did the Rooftop concert live, but the recording sessions were also live. And until Billy arrived to visit them (they knew each other from the Hamburg days when Billy played keys for Little Richard when he was like 14), George or John would have to play bass and neither one enjoyed it or were particularly good at it. My favorite part of the Get Back documentary is when Billy visits them at the recording studio, with no idea the Beatles were looking for a keyboard player. So, John just springs it on him right away and asks him if he would like to play on their album and be part of the film. Preston's reaction is like hell, yes and he sets down to join them on Don't Let Me Down and 10 seconds in, the smiling grin Paul gives Billy is priceless and his seal of approval. When they get done with the song, John looks at Preston and simply says "you're part of the group".

[@kevinstarr516]

It was actually Billy Preston on electric piano for this track, not Paul McCartney.

[@radioethiopiate]

There's a bit of contention over who played the electric piano. According to studio engineer Geoff Emerick, it was played by Lennon on the final recording. The book that came with the deluxe edition of the 50th anniversary reissue of Abbey Road claims that it was McCartney. All sources agree Paul definitely wrote the piano part, but apparently John looked over his shoulder to learn it and recorded it himself, causing a bit of tension between the two of them. Interestingly, multiple sources (including Paul himself) also claim that John recorded *all* of the vocals, but it sure sounds like Paul doing harmonies in the verses and on "come together" at the start of each chorus. The rest of the backing vocals are John double-tracked, which may be causing the confusion/misinterpretation. All in all, there's a lot of debate over who played what on this one and as reliable as the sources are (being studio engineers and The Beatles themselves) none of it really sits right with me.

[@gs8191]

I just read Emerick's book and I don't remember that. I just checked it. You were right and Wiki was wrong, but only because of Lennon's pettiness at the time. Page 283 "...I could see John treat Paul in an offhand manner, despite the fact that Paul came up with the electric piano lick and swooping bass line that define Come Together. John even made a point of playing the piano line once he looked over Paul's shoulder and learned the part. That would have never happened in the old days, both men knew that Paul was the better piano player..."@@radioethiopiate

[@radioethiopiate]

@@gs8191 Yeah it's pretty interesting getting into the weeds with Beatles sessions. They're pretty well documented, but also steeped in mythology and foggy memories. You gotta take some of it with a grain of salt. Like I believe John probably recorded the electric piano after reading about it, but I dunno if I believe he's singing the harmonies. If he is, it's a great Paul impersonation.

[@Macstick]

First to give Paul his due got to be a true !!😎🔥

[@butterflymama0838]

I have always loved John the most of the 4. EVERYTHING about him was pure perfection. I never will forget about hearing of his killing. It was on my 12th birthday. My Dad actually had tears in his eyes when he told me. He is a huge Beatles fan

[@thefleasofathousandcamels6498]

You are correct...this is a whole new experience when listened on headphones

[@ricklocke1187]

Jaw dropping for all that experience it let’s hope they carry it with them through their lives

[@tonyherrera2570]

The Beatles…they were The Game Changer. Hands down the Best rock band ever. End of story…

[@georgetaxi8179]

I always get pissed when people piss on Ringo's drumming. Dude always serves song and constructs some of the coolest and most unique drums parts.

[@elisaabolafia9542]

I don't know why Ringo is so underrated. I thought he was perfect on every song. 🔥🎵

[@jamesdrynan]

It's my considered opinion that it wouldn't have been the Beatles without Ringo.

[@veralindsay]

I remember hearing Abbey Road for the first time and tripping. lol Loved your reaction!

[@pauletteriddle3776]

Paul on bass and Ringo on drums, John and George on electric guitar, and singing. All their songs are my faves, I can't pick one.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

Yes,, Paul on backing vocals & George Harrison on lead/rhythm guitar.

[@skadooch64]

This song is so dynamic because of Ringo mostly. Any other drummer would not have thought of this simple yet complex little riff. As with Ringo it fits perfectly and makes the song more than it was. That's why Ringo is so great

[@barryhickman6911]

Great reaction and another technical review that is spot on!

[@janedoe1776]

That bass smoothing out at 2:57 has got to be the best. Paul McCartney is a legend.

[@robjohnson5872]

I was 5 when I first heard of the Beatles in 62. By the time they broke up in 69/70 or so, they were certainly my favourite band, but I just didn't realize at that point in my life how important and influential they were or would become. And listening to this genius still 60 years later and loving it just as much. They just took rock in so many different directions. Can't wait as you explore further. Cheers La and Che .

[@jofi4580]

I've always been amazed at just how many subgenres of rock can trace their roots, at least in part, back to what they did. Of course they took what others before them did and made it grow but no one opened more paths than they did. In my humble opinion anyway.

[@DJBilodeau]

For a suggestion, check out what has been described as the "perfect" Beatles song-Rain.

[@5yearsout]

John saying "shoot me" at the beginning is haunting now.

[@rc1564]

He never says that

[@5yearsout]

@@rc1564 Well, you can hear it any way you want to, makes no difference to me, but every lyric site lists it as shoot me, and many other sites break it down as possible reasons he's saying it. Some say it was just a place holder for other lyrics, some say in reference to a bass line thing during recording, others say it was about John was talking about shooting up heroin. All of this illustrates the beauty of music in my mind, we all get to interpret what was said and why. Just wish John was here to settle it.

[@NVprods]

Great reaction to the beginning of another Beatles Masterpiece album. When you get to side two, it starts with the George Harrison song,"Here Comes The Sun". The next song is "Because" which is only one minute and 30 seconds. Side two really should be listened to all together. “You Never Give Me Your Money”, “Sun King”, “Mean Mr Mustard”, “Polythene Pam”, “She Came In Through The Bathroom Window”, “Golden Slumbers”, “Carry That Weight”, “The End” and "Her Majesty" are a medley and should not be broken up, they are meant to be listened to all together as if it was one long song.

[@babylonsister118]

One of my all time faves from the Beatles is the full Abbey Road Medley. In it's entirety it's 16:30, but it a great piece of art! It was the last album recorded and nearly the the last line is: " And in the end The love you take Is equal to the love you make". Pretty poignant, I think.

[@michaelvinson317]

I like these guys. They aren't merely reacting, they know (if not the song) the genre and musicality. I'll be back here. By the way, the pianist/organ player is Billy Preston. He was a friend of the Beatles since he was touring with Little Richard back in the day. By this time, the Beatles (and the Stones) had been friends with/played with Billy for some 8 years.

[@rc1564]

It's Not Billy Preston

[@genabourassa7962]

You two knock me out with your reactions you really appreciate the music i just love to listen to both of you

[@titus2120]

Dudes…. We were hypnotizes and totally in love with this music when it first came out. This was an elevation in style, technique and musicality. It was a great time to be young.

[@wrrsean_alt]

Listening to the drumming - Brilliant!

[@jas8815]

Even back then, we knew that this album was a masterpiece. It's nice to see it's being appreciated half a century later.

[@kimberlygarwood-jl5om]

Abby Road and Rubber Soul are my favorite Beatles albums. Thanks for reacting to this.🎸

[@mikemet1744]

Timeless. Rock on.

[@debbiegottschlich3177]

This is one of my favorite albums. I played it so much I can't believe I didn't wear it out.

[@tonyfields9743]

I remember the excitement of a new Beatles album release (yes, I am that old!) wonderful times! I feel sad for the people who didn't get to experience the 60s.

[@jimfrederick3907]

54 years ago! - Best Album - Period.

[@guzzopinc1646]

damn! that production is unbelievable.

[@howarddenney5331]

Its crazy to see someone listening to what i did back in the sixties. But i understand why!! Keep rockin

[@markfs]

A classic... a masterpiece. I've heard it a few thousand times and it's still as good at the first time....

[@rogerwilliams5382]

Glad you guys are digging the Beatles. I guess it's never to late to recognize the greatest band ever. This song rocks!

[@barbarjinx3802]

This album is the prototype for 1970s rock. It’s got everything. Y’all need to listen to their final song Now and Then.

[@paulsullivan1650]

WHAT'S VERY HAUNTING ABOUT THIS SONG, IS THAT JOHN IS ACTUALLY SINGING "SHOOT ME!" IT'S JUST BLOCKED BY THE BASS LINE.

[@thomascerulli8013]

I was born in 1961, so their first albums were being released in 63 and 64. And you’d constantly here them on the radio. But what’s interesting is you can speak to 10 Beatle Fans. We all have our own favorite. Abbey Road has always been mine. Man when you guys get to side 2. And catch the last 15 minutes. They close the album just jamming. I appreciate you both very much, and I’m one of your biggest fans. As always Peace, Happiness and Continued Success. I have to add, I can remember the day Sgt Pepper was released. My brother 8 years older than me. Left that morning to get on line to buy the album. And the stores only stocked so many. They’d come down the line and count off and send people home. Till the next delivery came. I sat at our front window for what seemed an eternity. To finally see him running pumping the album in the air. And it’s the greatest album cover of all time. I’m so sorry for such a long message. I’ll be watching you guys. I can’t wait for your reactions to MY Fav Beatle Album’s. Their all great albums. But we all have our own favorites. ✌️

[@PeanutsandPopcorn]

You said the same thing I did about starting off the album with this. When I first heard it all I could think was “the audacity” 😂. They knew it was cold. If this is the lead in the rest of the album better be fire. It was.

[@TrudySchwartzBurrill]

“Something”. Isn’t that a this album. I thought that was how it started with Sonething. HUM. It’s a better in the morning first song of the day it is the best EVER. Abby Road is absolutely amazing and one of my favorites of all times.

[@timbaker6540]

More BeaTles, Please The album , “ Revolver “ is my favorite

[@icohen82]

And the Stones started their record that year with GIMME SHELTER as the first song on their record, LET IT BLEED. What a year!

[@beckygrant2258]

If you notice, they’re whispering “Shoot me!” During the original riff, which they repeat in between verses.

[@gregpusczek4473]

Perfect

[@terenzo50]

Whole album is dope of highest quality. Especially side two (yeah, back in the day we had to flip them over on the turntable).

[@bkfw000]

I have heard Come Together a zillion times since I was a kid, but it never fails to make me think it is one of the greatest rock songs of all time.

[@CoolCoyote]

just thought of it, but I think its the most 'Police' song the beatles came out with 'rock reggae blues' I think now I see where police got their sound. I have been listening to this album since I was 8 years old in 86'

[@jessedavies9262]

Come Together - such a nice thing to sing

[@billadkins5150]

It just gets better!

[@joescott8877]

A properly gobsmacked reaction to this iconic tune from one of the best albums by the greatest band. Fun fact: In 1969 Abbey Road battled for the Number One Album position with both "Let it Bleed" by the Stones and "Led Zeppelin II." Goes to show the concentration of unbelievable rock music being produced in those heady years!

[@Pepeekeo808]

John is singing "Shoot me".

[@mgman6000]

I bought the album when it came out and you are right about the great opening song I knew the rest of the album would be great

[@binxbolling]

Top selling musicians of all time.

[@arnoldcox9128]

It doesn't even matter what the lyrics meant the song is incredible and it fits perfectly

[@Southlondonsteve]

The bass makes this track the masterpiece it is (along with John's vocal and Ringo's drum roll). Swamp rock! Great reaction guys. 👍

[@jimnicosia5934]

When I bought that back in the day I locked myself in my room and didn't come out for two weeks.

[@JohnDeLuca-b8k]

all through this you hear a wisper saying shoot me

[@bobbiehazzard2018]

Haven’t stopped crying since the final song & video dropped, just an absolute emotional roller coaster of feelings & memories. Abbey Road is my desert island disc if I were ever stranded & had the means to play One album forever. Love that you guys love Side One song one to kick this off! ❤

[@Neillybob63]

You haven't stopped crying in 54 years? You might wanna try getting a handle on that, it must interfere a lot with your day to day activities I would imagine....

[@bobbiehazzard2018]

@@Neillybob63 try reading what I said 🙄

[@unclebobunclebob]

Every Beatles album was eagerly awaited because every album was a revelation and this one was no different.

[@donaldosterwise8376]

Great album. When you get to side two - there are a couple of medleys where you need to listen to the songs together!

[@dominicpelle7841]

What a treat it must be for this generation... Having lived through the music of the 60's 70's etc.etc. etc. YOU... reactors get the cream of the crop of music condensed in just a *few months*

[@James-vx8ci]

This song has a great example of the talent of Ringo Starr. And of course everyone else.✌️

[@mamaflush9945]

Hello La & Che, of course...great place to start with the Beatles "Abbey Road." Great choice...great song...fantastic album. I guess I'm just a bit gun shy when it comes to the Beatles. Last year they seem to give anybody and everybody C.Strikes and blocked anyone who tried to listen to their music. Anyway, glad you got to hear this song, this is beautiful stuff. Hope you'll get to listen to the entire album. It was fun rocking with you two fellas, thanks for sharing.

[@adamt1564]

Thanks for playing this incredible song--top 5 Beatles absolutely!

[@River.Times3]

We need to see more of this album and Sgt pepper lonely hearts club band.

[@poetwarriorrare9489]

Over 50 years ago I listened to this and reacted same as you two do...this makes me feel like i'm not alone in the world...music is the great uniter.

[@alexshkoditch4593]

If your intention is to do the entire album, beware that many of the songs on the second half are a medley and run into each other. I suggest Sun KIng - Mean Mr. Mustard - Polythene Pam - She came in through the Bathroom Window as a single track, after that Golden Slumbers - Carry that Weight - The End as a single track. While these songs can stand alone, you will miss the genius as to how this album was assembled.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

A MUST HEAR Classic & their most rockin' banger,, The Beatles "Revolution"

[@retiredfirelt586]

Hell yea Bros., this was my first album and Come Together is the first song. The whole album is a masterpiece. 😎

[@mjt5576]

I think you guys have the best reaction channel because you "get" music.

[@waltercrain2910]

"got to be good lookin' 'cause he's so hard to see" is one of my favorite lyrics ever.

[@scotteustice6230]

They influenced just about every rock n roll sound. Great reaction!!

[@tjrivers]

Brilliant forever

[@TheDivayenta]

Paul is killing it in bass and singing harmony. ❤

[@spawn4582]

The Abbey Road album is one of the best Beatles albums, be sure to listen to the song "I want you (she's so heavy)".

[@johnferrett1943]

I always underated Ringo never again!!

[@Linda-y9h]

Yup, they were once in a lifetime band. ❤

[@botlus4727]

Again you guys manage to react to on of my favorite song on an album. Very nice reaction. To me is on of this "perfect" songs you can never get tired of. 😊👍 Keep it going, cheers from Berlin 👍☘️😎