The Rolling Stones - Sympathy For The Devil ( Hiphop Head Reaction )

[@garyr8739]

I really appreciate that you recognize the historical references. So many reactors today have little to no understanding of history that gets referenced in many of the older rock songs that are listened to. Without that you miss the meaning behind it. So refreshing. Thank you. One of my favorite Rolling Stone songs is Paint it Black. If you haven't heard it, it is worth the listen.

[@Dr.Atomic]

True Dat !

[@cindiloohoo]

@@Dr.Atomic Gimme Shelter.

[@Samfrancis0000]

Yeah, he’s smarter than your average reactor for sure

[@JU5TINPDX]

Another great reaction man! There is something so great about watching an intelligent, knowledgeable, and thoughtful person discover and appreciate the music so many of us love and cherish so much.

[@deanodebo1380]

You nailed it

[@keeponrollin7922]

And what's great,no stoppin the music

[@timmistorey5989]

Couldn't have said it better intelligent and open , love your reactions 💕

[@fumesniff]

slick. rick. stones.

[@pete3883]

Yeap, where your cats at ?

[@jaynemorgan9216]

I loved this reaction. I think he was saying, yes I was there, but so we're you. I am what I am, but you should take responsibility for the Evil in your own heart's. I get goosebumps every time I hear this.

[@paxonearth]

Yes, it was the Russian revolution they reference. Anastasia was the Tsar's daughter, and was also murdered. It's a chilling line, "Anastasia screamed in vain."

[@abracadabra3033]

I felt that line

[@jackbennett6902]

All of the romanovs were murdered.

[@195511SM]

@@abracadabra3033 .....I've seen a lot of others reacting to the official 'lyric' video. You should check that one out. Also their 'lyric' video for Gimme' Shelter. Here's the link to that one kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJPQhGaqhq9qhdU

[@dianaprobst3157]

@@jackbennett6902 Yes, but the public fascination was with Anastasia in particular, due to the various claimants coming forward & the speculation she might have survived that's lingered for decades. So she's the one most people are familiar with by name.

[@patrician7445]

With DNA now available, it has been proven for certain that she, sadly, was murdered, too.

[@dropoutjohn]

Keef's guitar solo in here is my favorite piece of music ever. I really dig how you felt it.

[@nativepapi6818]

Seen them back in the seventies, hell of a performance,

[@my2centsiz3]

You have an Old Soul Brotha. You feel all music.

[@maya613]

This is one of my fave songs because(I feel) the devil is telling us to take some responsibility for our actions...man's inhumanity to man... a long and ugly history...

[@UseByDate-Expired]

A man can know facts and have knowledge, as dry and cold as the pages of a dictionary ... But not all men can gain wisdom from knowledge. You have the gift of wisdom, which gives life to knowledge...

[@larrycollette2986]

Dude, I'm 55 and live in Canada. I watch lots of reaction video, you good sir are the best of them all. I'm old school, and you get it.

[@strandedbythestorm]

The inspiration for this song came from the novel The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov. This book was banned by Stalin. It is considered one of the greatest. Its character, Professor Woland (the devil) visits people in the Soviet Union( "allow me to introduce myself").He claims to have been there when Pilate condemned Jesus and he can predict the future and uses black magic. It is a really good book and this is a great song. Thanks to Marianne Faithfull for giving Mick the book lol✌🏼

[@paulschmidtke425]

Great info, thanks

[@nancyhalstead916]

Thanks. Didn't know that.

[@thevalonqar2238]

Guess what's made the reading list.

[@tyleryork840]

Oh, I gotta read that now. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@gal30girl]

It's a very darkly comedic book. A strong criticism of a lot of social ills.

[@peterblood50]

One of the greatest songs ever written. Kudos for reacting to it.

[@lawrenceeason8007]

Rolling Stones "Gimme Shelter" is dope! Try it you'll love it

[@midkingsteve]

Yep

[@Th3Downz]

100% cosign on this

[@ljdrew]

Oh yes, Gimme Shelter will be a GREAT one for a reaction!

[@dbradx]

My all-time favourite Rolling Stones song, just a piece of pure art - thanks for digging into this one, another great vid!

[@ElDuderino716]

Great reaction friend. This song is from the viewpoint of the devil. It’s his way of saying, “you people do all these evil things and blame it on me” In other words, people say “the devil made me do it” and blame the devil for their evil deeds. I really dig your reactions, friend.

[@TheSmittenman]

A vsong that is over 50 years old can still cause such emotions in you is amazing, keep looking back :)

[@barbarapavia5170]

I know they don't get it do they I saw the stones live in 1995 they were brilliant I'm a little bit obsessed,buy it's helping me. during the pandemic, no news just music

[@TheSmittenman]

@@barbarapavia5170 I saw the Stones for the first time in 90, was so impressed we got tickets for the following week and went to see them again, then again in 94 They were amazing :) Music is all any of us need in life :)

[@tonypreston1426]

Great reaction and review! As stated you're one of the first reactors to actually "listen" to the lyrics and be forthcoming with your thoughts to their meaning. Looking forward to more reactions.

[@caracoidwren944]

Abracadabra, you're one of my favorites. Good to hear an older mature man's feedback on these songs.

[@Elrepublicano1-jc]

All your music reactions are spot-on! You always "get it" when it comes to the message conveyed in a song! Also, your historical knowledge and recollection are rock solid.. That is why I never miss one of your song reactions! Keep it up!! I'm often taken aback at how many KZbin reactions, "by others", are oblivious to the messages being conveyed in so many songs...

[@cindiaker5778]

Beast of Burden....Wild horses....Angie....Honky tonk women....Shattered.....Under my thumb....Miss you....Far away eyes......That is a few of the MANY songs I can recall of theirs. The Allman Brothers "Soulshine" is a great way to start any day too !!

[@TheCabIe]

This is one of those songs that have a great juxtaposition between an extremely catchy melody and thought-provoking lyrics. You can groove to it, but at the same time there's a lot of "heaviness" to it.. Personally whenever I hear "I rode a tank, held a general's rank, when the blitzkrieg raged and the bodies stank" I always get chills, just that whole imagery that Devil/Satan/Lucifer himself was participating in WW2 disguised as some general just to be close and personal to all the fucked up things that were happening is fascinating. Great reaction.

[@chrisnewton5126]

You're correct about the Russian Revolution bit. Check out the Stone's "Angie". Peace

[@razorsharpe3371]

Ha don’t feel bad about this tune rendering you speechless man. I had the exact same reaction the first time I heard this masterpiece also. I was already a Stones fan but this one set the hook deep! Loved your reaction to this and subscribed right after. Like that you do this in an outdoor setting too.

[@itsallgood4093]

I think this is my favorite Stones song. Just love the music!! Used to have a convertible and loved driving it with the top down and night just blasting this song!🎸

[@kimstelly9480]

I love your reactions, sir. Your wonderful appreciation for popular music of all genres and time periods let’s me know that you are someone who truly understands and gets good music. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. Your reactions to one of my favorites, Tool, is how I found you, but you are why I keep watching. 💖

[@jackrasbeary4156]

You're picking some epic songs to hear for the first time. There is a man from Texas. He played the Blues. His name was Stevie Ray Vaughan. Try his Texas Flood and his cover of Hendrix's Voodoo Child. They are legendarily epic.

[@abracadabra3033]

Definitely

[@daemonhat]

texas flood live at el macambo, voodoo child live from austin city limits.

[@thisguy8916]

@@daemonhat If anything gonna get him fired up, it will be that man & his otherworldy ability & passion for his craft.

[@humpy936]

Anything live from the El Macombo is fantastic!

[@DeadManPutting]

John Dawson Winter III Another Texas blues goat

[@BobBlanchardMarketer]

Love that tribal beat. I’m 60 years old, been listening to this since I was 7. Never gets old.

[@davisworth5114]

Keith's guitar is like an icepick in the back, I always thought he did this on a Telecaster but read where it was actually an LP, great reaction.

[@vellaropedart9190]

Keith used his triple humbucker "moon" Gibson Les Paul. I always thought it was a Telecaster too. At the very least a LP jr. with P-90's

[@jonboagey]

Really liked this reaction. I’ve watched lots of reactions to Sympathy for the Devil and you’re the only one who’s picked out the history in this way. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@guymoffitt]

Lyrics were influenced by a novel called Master & Margarita by the Soviet author Mikhail Bulgakov. The book was first published in English a year or two before the Stones wrote this song.

[@dylanmcgowan3932]

Just watched half a dozen of your vids of some of my favourite tunes of all time. Can’t see this type of music ever being replicated, what a golden era. Monkey man by Rolling Stones is a tune you should react to . Cheers man ✌️

[@brak7865]

Definitely Monkey Man, and Can’t You Hear Me Knocking, and Angie

[@Irish-Rose]

Stones are deep. Their music is full of messages.....the truth.

[@wendyshaw688]

Great reaction! On point, mad respect!

[@abracadabra3033]

Thank you ✌

[@25svbn]

That is the perfect interpretation of that song FLAWLESS. Thank you for that brother. 😂❤🇨🇦

[@lovefromCanadaeh]

You conveyed so much while barely saying a word. Great reaction.

[@abracadabra3033]

Thank you

[@justinbakerking]

Gotta say I’m liking your style with the reaction videos. Keep em coming man

[@abracadabra3033]

Thank you for that , I truly appreciate it , sincerely

[@6thn5th]

Why am I just finding your channel? Rolling Stones are still performing! I am from Upstate NY

[@barbarapavia5170]

They were coming to Australia before.the pandemic, I saw them live in Melbourne Australia 1995 it was brilliant I'm a 66 year old groupie no one does it better I get Goosebumps every time I hear any of there music, I have no control

[@OregonDARRYL]

@@barbarapavia5170 Did you hear their pandemic song. It's a monster of course... kzbin.info/www/bejne/gn-xgYGtmriVppo

[@thecityman1910]

The moment I saw that you had reacted to this song, I got excited. I've learned you're a smart man and I knew you'd understand and appreciate this song. I wasn't disappointed!

[@marymargaretmoore9034]

From their great album Beggars Banquet. Please also do "Can't You Hear Me Knocking" from the album Sticky Fingers by the Stones. Thanks so much!

[@abracadabra3033]

I promise, I got you ,

[@fundymentalism]

@@abracadabra3033 I'll 2nd Can't You Hear Me Knocking :)

[@geobol7603]

Great reaction man! While I feel Led Zeppelin is the greatest band ever, and the Allman Brothers are my favorite band to listen to over and over again, I’ve always felt this was the most perfect song!

[@abracadabra3033]

Its funny you say the Allman Brothers because I just reacted to one of their songs

[@cesarnarro6013]

I've been listening to the Allman Brothers "Live at the Fillmore East" since it 1st came out. I like Zep but if i could only listen to the catalog of only one band it would have to be the Stones.

[@tedschmidt3288]

Someone say Fillmore East?

[@mcddtlc]

Dude - checkout the Stones - can’t you hear me knocking!! These guys at their best!!! When Mick Taylor was on lead guitar!!!!

[@eugenepaulellsworth451]

All time classic !! Bravo my friend!!!!

[@bryanbruns4745]

Love your reaction man...I hit the subscribe button...love to see people listen for the first time brings me back to when I first listened to RIA song..chilling masterpiece...keep em coming ..love the shirt...

[@abracadabra3033]

Thank you and this song has become my theme song , I really appreciate it

[@ratdog1310]

You are one of the best reactionary people I’ve watched I can tell your appreciation for music is real and your reactions are from the heart.

[@workingman6681]

You said it, this is a tough song!!! My favorite Atones song. I am a new follower. Looking forward to many more reactions!! 👍

[@deanodebo1380]

Best lead guitar, just perfect. I’ve seen reactions. This is the best I’ve seen

[@brandy012173]

I appreciate every one of your reactions. You’re real.

[@Julie-md5yi]

One of my many favourite songs, I could listen to Keith play that guitar all day long 🎸❤️😍

[@maslofet]

Im having a blast with this reaction channel, so refreshing finding someone doing a good quality and intelligent reviews on music I love

[@oldmankell]

I enjoyed that you have an education. Most of the young people who react to this, they just don't have the knowledge. Well done, man!

[@abracadabra3033]

Thank you

[@oldmankell]

@@abracadabra3033 You are so very welcome.

[@samnasti482]

Great song. Knowledgeable and sensitive reaction.

[@abracadabra3033]

Thank You Sam, ✌🏾🙏

[@scoobysnacks]

A very well written song. It's a perspective we don't often get. But if you don't know the references it would be hard to understand the lyrics. This is exactly what the Devil would want us to believe, right? He just happened to be there for all of these atrocities but they were really all our fault and we're blaming him for our own failures. You're spot on with your Anastasi reference. So many times this song goes right over reactor's heads because they don't know their history. He's talking about the crucifixion of Christ, the Bolshevik Revolution, The Blitzkrieg during WWII, the Thuggie cult of Bombay and of course John and Robert Kennedy's assassination.

[@kylebakke594]

I like the comparison to Slick Rick’s “A Children’s Story.”

[@abracadabra3033]

Indeed

[@carolinelambert4950]

They’ve grown on me as I’ve matured. Genius track.

[@ejcecil1305]

303....... I love revisiting songs with you. Will continue to watch, rock and review with you. 10, 000 thumbs up !!

[@ostrichman]

Nice reaction. Considering whats happening in the world id say either gimme shelter or street fighting man woukd be good picks for more great stones stuff..

[@abracadabra3033]

Gotcha , thanks Bro

[@stevedyches4635]

"Can you guess my name?" The giveaway is in the song. "well, after all, it was you and me", the Devil is inside us all, the expression of our selfish dark side that is in need of restraint. We are the creators and destroyers of both Good and Evil.

[@mikeyg3202]

try gimme shelter and heartbreaker by the stones next

[@abracadabra3033]

Gotcha , thank you for that

[@Irish-Rose]

And the ones that I posted..... please 🙏

[@wilfbentley6738]

@@abracadabra3033 The Stones' most famous tune is "Satisfaction".

[@cesarnarro6013]

Your so right about the rock back then having so much soul and creativity. Recording technology has gotten so much better now but i feel the creativity is lacking. I do occasionally listen to music made after the 2000's but I've yet to hear anything that really grabs me and makes think wow this is a classic ! Like so many tunes from the 60's n 70's did.

[@PeeGee85]

It's all so overproduced these days, like a wall of sound, every space filled in and amplified. This song is a good contrast, so minimal sound-wise, yet it blends together brilliantly, that's real musicianship.

[@droog28]

Thanks for shining the light on similar themes in the hip hop genre in your Stones reaction - it gives this hip hop rookie something to look into to broaden horizons!

[@perrymalcolm3802]

This guitar solo, along with Stairway to Heaven n Free Bird, aren’t just iconic but HIT THE POCKET perfectly when they enter. There are other iconic solos but FEW that do that right on the money n just their timed entry elevates the whole song

[@jameshanson3759]

You do a good job. I like listening to you and your insights. Welcome to the wonderful rabbit hole of the Stones.

[@abracadabra3033]

Thank you

[@Salguine]

You should try "Gimme Shelter" "Street Fighting Man" "Heartbreaker" next. Never has deep stuff sounded so musically cool.

[@sfbayareagirl]

This song is amazing as is your reaction. I always love listening through new ears. And Bolsheviks - nailed it. Try Gimme Shelter by The Stones.

[@abracadabra3033]

Thats the next one

[@sfbayareagirl]

Abracadabra 303 Cool, I’ll def check it out. I don’t see anyone doing these two songs off of Led Zeppelin IV: Battle Of Evermore and Four Sticks, the latter named for Bonham’s use of four drumsticks.

[@psychologist714]

Great reactions. Keep listening to the classic rock songs, it will expand appreciation for something other than hip hop

[@aaronlane8405]

I love the way it builds into a frenzied whirlwind of drums , guitar and hoots and howls :D

[@michaelgallo3229]

Bro thank you this was my fathers favorite band and became one of mine. Always brings a tear to my eye. You on a roll man let’s get you to 1k and beyond! Dope as shit. 🙏

[@abracadabra3033]

That’s a cool story about your Dad , and believe it or not this song has been on repeat since I reacted to it , no lie , and thank you for the support man I truly truly appreciate it

[@michaelgallo3229]

Abracadabra 303 did you hear about this? I know you do music but I’d like to hear your take. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaW1Z6CBmKeVipY

[@pcraig1383]

I appreciate your "style" Abracadabra 303. I've watched many different reaction u tube channels and one thing I've noticed when it comes to sixties and seventies music is how important context is, As Marvin sang it; whats goin on? Civil rights, Vietnam, the draft, women's rights etc. Young people (and their allies) were questioning everything... kinda like today...

[@sandramuhs4758]

Love you! So chill, great taste in music. Happy to be here.

[@abracadabra3033]

Thank You Sandra , ✌🏾🙏

[@40205aschneider]

It's devilishly enchanting!

[@abracadabra3033]

It is

[@OregonDARRYL]

The power of these cats to make you feel alive and full of energy and powerful and unstoppable is a true gift to all of us! Check out their pandemic song - Living In A Ghost Town. Yeah... these old men still got it!

[@ianaldridge1702]

You were gracious and sincere enjoyed.Take care Ian from England.

[@markriley5863]

The song is an absolute masterpiece.

[@tonylosternau8110]

your reaction is priceless my brother...the stones rule

[@abracadabra3033]

Thank You Tony

[@Irish-Rose]

Wild horses, Under my thumb, Angie, Midnight Rambler, Start Me Up, As Tears Go by, Time is on my side, Brown Sugar.......on & on. So many great songs I hope you will do more of the Stones. ✌️

[@wkg55]

You are the only reviewer that got this song 100 percent correct. The song got it's inspiration from a novel that Mick Jagger read called the Master and Margarita; that's based on the Russian Revolution. The song was originally written as a Bob Dylan folk type of tune. Guitarist Keith Richards suggested changing the rhythm to a Samba; Keith also plays bass and the guitar solos. Bassist Bill Wyman is playing the maracas. You can find video of the development and recording of the song. Peace and Blessings.

[@jarhead4ever1]

Gimme shelter one of my all time faves

[@abracadabra3033]

It's time for another Rolling Stones, that's gonna be the one thanks Bro

[@jarhead4ever1]

@@abracadabra3033 you are gonna love it! Perfect get together music. Hope you have a good 4th of july!

[@factsdontcareaboutyourfeel9549]

The Rolling Stones having so many styles of music through the years but this is one of my favorites.

[@NinaSiciliano]

Love watching you listening to the deep sound and soul of great music 🎶

[@tekay44]

just a phenomenal song, one for the ages, Mick vamping with the guitar player, is a joy.

[@ginahollingsworth5907]

DUDE!!! I ❤ that you know the history the song is referring to as it unfolds!!! ❤👍🤘❤

[@conchfritters01]

You didn’t forget a damn thing. Most excellent reaction.

[@phillharms2954]

Loved the way you truly listened beyond your ears and with your soul.

[@susiedawson3349]

The piano playing on this song is amazing.

[@ianmarsden1130]

Great reaction man. Most people hear the music or the words. You heard both and you got the story right. Damn good job.

[@antonballard2212]

You are awesome! Very smart and insightful- love your reactions 👏 God bless you sir!!

[@Kay__Tee]

Feel the influence of american blues and soul in lots of Rolling Stones.

[@joedirt688]

This is the song the Stones were playing at Altamont when the Hells Angels who were hired for security killed a fan.. This incident and song was referenced in the song American Pie by Don Mclean..

[@MT-er7mm]

I felt like I was listening to it for the first time with you, thx for pointing out so much history ❤️

[@nylabo]

The greatest rock band of all time and arguably the greatest rock song of all time. Next time you want to be blown away, listen to the ENTIRE Exile on Main Street album or Let it bleed. From the first to last song. Just pure perfection. Ps. That’s the one and only, Keith Richards on guitar

[@falcon215]

Really dig your reactions and song selections! Keep them coming..

[@abracadabra3033]

Thank you

[@lindaa3275]

I can watch your reactions for hours Abra TY great song

[@VicEclectica]

This is a deep song - Satan is telling you that he isn't to blame for evil, human beings are. He simply reaps those souls. And yes, the reference to Anastasia was about the Bolshevik Revolution - she was the daughter of Czar Nicholas that for years afterward people insisted was still alive. The discography of the Stones could keep you busy for a while, but my favorite is Wild Horses.

[@Cbryer101]

One of the finest rock songs ever written

[@alexanderkuczyk7391]

One of their best songs. Lyrically and musically. Great choice brother

[@deanthompson3334]

Heartbreaker, will piss you off at the same time you cannot help but to jam to it.

[@KennethWilliamElkington]

Flawless song... YOU are spot-on sir - cheers mate!

[@Pugiron]

Greatest Rock Band Of All Time

[@muggshotgaming7555]

New Sub. This is one of my favorites. Changed my world views way back then.

[@abracadabra3033]

Thank You ✌🏾🙏

[@zaria109s]

Music is where it’s at! Let it unite us!!!