First Time Hearing Darius Rucker - Wagon Wheel

[@xirknight]

Charley Pride is the greatest black country singer a true ground breaker. I seen Mr. Rucker live with Hootie and the Blowfish he was awesome!

[@laurievoss285]

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEES and AAAAAAAAAAAAAMEN

[@darlingdeb7010]

Mmm gimme some Charlie ❤️❤️ he's incredible

[@timmistorey5989]

Agreed. charlie Pride (my mum's crush ) is the best black country singer ever , he was the epitome of country , RIP Charlie 💕

[@dongiovanni6796]

Agreed. No knock against Darius, whom I'd pay to go see for sure, but Charlie Pride is the more accomplished- in country, that is.

[@PunkN_JTM]

Aaron Neville can flat out sang too... Dont forget bout him..

[@dustyhead3126]

"Kiss an angel good morning" by Charlie Pride is country music gold. Song is a anthem to live by

[@blaketeets498]

One of the greatest ❤

[@sinkpehnarossfire454]

🌎: " 🎶🎶...all I have to offer you is me~~~~🎶🎶🎶 Charlie Pride and we know it !🤩!🎶🎶🎶🎶 thanks for your words.

[@cettys1524]

I would say #2 best and he would agree with me. Charlie Pride is #1. He passed from Covid during the Pandemic. Play some Charlie Pride please! I absolutely loved Charlie Pride growing up . One of my favorites ever!

[@laurievoss285]

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEES

[@chueysmama2622]

Heck YA! Charlie Pride was the MAN!

[@ElwoodEmmons]

Also Big Al Downing

[@richardmodglin3900]

Spot on!

[@DavidMartinez-wc5ke]

Shutup

[@dcinsc]

Darius is built different. Dude promised if the SC Women's basketball team won the National Championship he would give a free concert for everyone. They won...he did.

[@greatomegax8175]

That's cool of him

[@cynthia-draws1012]

Charlie Pride was a great black country singer!

[@michaelb3927]

They only know like 3-4 2pac tracks, we'll give em a pass on AM Radio stars of yesteryear 👌😂

[@michaelb3927]

Charlie Pride is 🔥 tho

[@labratamber]

You beat me to it !!!! He broke major color barriers in Country music

[@dp67dl93]

Charlie Pride during the late 1960's and through the 70's was one of the biggest country stars there were. The guy had 29 #1 singles on the country charts.

[@choice12ozborne]

There's also this black chick that is very much at the top of the game within country these days. I'm sorry that I don't listen to country so I do not know her name off top. You guys help me if you can. What's that old track from the '90s that Darius Rucker had with that band in Alt? There was one huge song that was before my time but I love it and don't remember the name

[@brittanycolburn2899]

The best black country singer hands down is Mr Charlie Pride! That mans voice could melt your soul and make you feel so warm and good! superb singer, phenomenal.

[@gracemichelli.2am124]

Love Darius..His voice..even in Hootie and the Blowfish.."Let Her Cry.." 🥰🥰🥰

[@bsargent8935]

Best song by them, by far and to me. The best song to get a feel for how good Darius can really SANG

[@gracemichelli.2am124]

@@bsargent8935 definitely ☺️

[@nickfry7839]

i love darius rucker! he will never get the full appreciation he deserves due to cultural differences.

[@Apb23]

Beautiful song

[@JuarezDerrick]

@@nickfry7839 I agree with you 100%

[@droopydude7660]

I'm a 50 year lod white man from Missouri. It's nice to see your excitement for something new to you. Beats and stories transcend lines on a mad or color. You feel it. Love you guys.

[@michellehubbard7865]

CHARLIE PRIDE is American black country singer of all times, he is a legend,RIP CHARLIE, react to his music, he was in the music business back in the 50s to up to death a few yrs ago,most of the people was from the tv show "DUCK DANASTY"merry Christmas, love from Virginia

[@michaeltveten8458]

Darius reached the top in two completely different music genres. What a talent. I enjoy all of his work.

[@karenpowell6063]

Hey y'all. Darius is from Charleston SC, started Hootie & the Blowfish when a student at THE University of South Carolina. We love and adore Darius here in SC for the outstanding person he is, and of course his huge talent a performer

[@dcinsc]

Forever to Thee!

[@karenpowell6063]

@@dcinsc Absolutely 💯

[@kaylaai218]

forever to thee! 🤙🏽

[@bluefamily3937]

I saw Hootie and the Blowfish on fraternity row before they hit it big!! It was awesome and a great party!

[@karenpowell6063]

@@bluefamily3937 I bet that was one hell of a party 🎉 👌👍🎈🎈

[@dalehammers4425]

Between his country songs and his Hootie and the Blowfish songs he has an absolutely amazing catalogue.

[@forakermm]

I grew up listening to Charlie Pride. Darius is a great singer and this song is an anthem for many. 🖖🏼

[@beverlylappi7901]

My grandma from Finland adored Charlie Pride!

[@rinthewolf]

Darius Rucker has one of my absolute favorite country voices. He brings a unique sound and energy to every song he does, and they are all amazing.

[@jstmez]

Charlie Pride. .. so many great songs .. some not so well known ones like The Snakes Crawl at Night.

[@richellewest402]

Charley Pride was a great black country singer I remember from when I was a kid, I’m 53 now. Kiss an Angel Good Morning was one of his big hits.

[@shadsullivan7817]

I said it before, I will say it again, watching videos from you guys makes me feel like I am hanging out with my friends. You guys are a blast! Thanks!!!

[@laurievoss285]

Amen

[@debbiewallace4907]

Shad These youngins always brighten this old gal's day. "70" I am a southern hillbilly🤣🤣

[@shadsullivan7817]

@@debbiewallace4907 Yes, I agree. Most young people these days are clueless, they have no idea what is going on with the rest of the world, and they only know what is on their smart phones. These fellas really are in tune with people, and they are a great group of guys. My Mother is 70, and she is a huge fan of these guys, she is the one who told me to check them out. I am 48, and I would love to hang out with these guys. Thanks for the message Debbie, may God bless you and yours.

[@debbiewallace4907]

@@shadsullivan7817 You are welcome

[@jodilynn6989]

I love that homeboy knows so much about The Robertsons(Duck Dynasty) I smiled every time he recognized one of them. Made my heart so happy💜 Darius is in my top 5 for country artists. My mom absolutely loved him💜

[@ajcastillo999]

He was fanboy to the max when he saw them 😂😂

[@dewdrop7648]

I was having a crappy day, then you kids has to go and make me smile! Just watching all your heads start bopping to the song.... Hootie is a favorite of mine but Darius doing country is the bomb. Thanks again.

[@laurievoss285]

Amen

[@stephaniewashburn7700]

I’ve loved Darius since Hootie and the Blowfish days and him transitioning into country was perfect. Being friends with the Robertsons… classic!! Not to mention this song goes hard here cuz I live In Johnson City TN and ppl round here get wild bein given a shout out like that!!! Love you guys ❤️

[@bethcoolong2279]

Charley Pride was a famous country singer just as good as ruckus. Paved the road for him. You guys are awesome keep it up! Peace ✌

[@sylviayoung1547]

The South is AWESOME!!!!! Southern hospitality!!!!

[@mariejustme]

I adore Darius. I’m also a huge Hootie fan. He’s amazing and always brings it. I experience all the feels when he sings. Love you guys are doing this one. It’s such a feel good song. Thanks for doing it! Merry Christmas, y’all. 🎄🎅🏼🎁

[@terilynnelincoln3247]

Darius has a great voice no matter what type music he's singing♡

[@laurievoss285]

Charlie Pride paved the road for Black county singers. Please research Charlie Pride.

[@totaldramasurvivor9723]

This is definitely a great cover song. One of my favorite covers.

[@totojarod]

Jimmie Allen is the 2nd African American to win CMA award for Best New Artist (2018), since DRucker in 2009. His trajectory has him on pace to outshine DR. That being said, CPride deserves his flowers for breaking the color barrier and his pioneering career. He paved the way almost 50 years ago. Respect

[@jomama2757]

One group not often played but a lot of fun is Kentucky Headhunters. Country rock, blues... Best songs are Dumas Walker and Walk Softly on this Heart of Mine.

[@UmadBro2262727]

Don’t think it’s possible to dislike this song. I grew up on 100% rock and metal. This is one of the greatest sing along songs ever. Entire weddings, bars, stadiums, singing together is a requirement

[@gabespencer6016]

The original version by Old Crow Medicine Show is ten times better.

[@redripster]

@@gabespencer6016both really solid in their own ways tbh

[@iMcGeeClips]

@@gabespencer6016 okay… continue on

[@poiofrito4722]

@@gabespencer6016 i cant stand the original version

[@wienersmcbutts]

@@gabespencer6016 the original is technically a bob dylan song

[@boondoggled1]

Front guy on left in gray is absolutely adorable when he was snap fingers and dancing ❤😂

[@lindabrewer3243]

Charley Pride, Jimmie Allen, Kane Brown, Shy Carter, War and Treaty, Mickey Guyton, Blanco Brown, Chapel Hart......check them out and prepare to be shocked. Charley Pride is a LEGEND!! All these artists are black and amazing!!

[@patriciawatkins1242]

Tony Jackson as well.....up and coming.

[@cindy844]

Check out Madeline Edwards as well!

[@blondie2775]

So glad you guys covered Darius!! I love him! Great singer!

[@fairebianca]

Definitely more Chris Stapleton on the channel! Check out his live version of "Cold" at the 2021 CMA Awards, or the "Tennessee Whiskey/Drink You Away" medley he did with Justin Timberlake at the 2015 CMA Awards. Also "Sometimes I Cry", "Fire Away", "You Should Probably Leave". He did a killer version of "Hold On" with H.E.R. at the 2021 CMT Music Awards. All bangers.

[@livecontentpodcast]

That Tennessee Whiskey/Drink You Away medley at the 2015 CMA Awards is PERFECTION! Great choice!

[@soniadenison1690]

I love Darius, he can definitely do country! Loved him in Hootie and the Blowfish! ❤

[@shadsullivan7817]

Darius Rucker is one of my favorite country singers. I was a fan when he was in Hootie and the Blowfish, and I am an even bigger fan of him now, and his solo career. This song reminds me of the good old days, when country was really good. These days, it's just mostly pop music.

[@deborahharlow7096]

I LOVE HIM. THIS GUY IS SO AWESOME❤❤ I LOVE ALL OF HIS SONGS. ❤

[@u8myshorts]

this is the greatest reaction to anything I've ever seen. Thanh you for being amazing human beings. I laughed a lot. :)

[@A44-o2c]

Few times I’ve been out in the country and every time this song plays the whole room always starts dancing don’t matter what they were doing

[@godsvet5417]

Thats a GREAT song...Wagon Wheel.....WOW

[@Ahamill1782]

If you liked that you need to do Hootie & the Blowfish “Let Her Cry” all time favorite of Darius’. One of his first country songs he wrote!! Such an AMAZING song & his voice, no words just no words. Gives me chills every single time I hear it. Was my jam back when it 1st came out back in 1994 & still is my jam almost 20 years later.

[@cindydelamar3120]

Omg! Yes!!

[@CooperBush-n2y]

Just love ….you all always treat each other with respect it so refreshing ….Thank you

[@deplorableokie]

I was a fan of Hootie and the blowfish as a kid and love Darius’ country sound. I couldn’t care less what your skin color is or what genre you sing, I just love good music 😊 Btw, Oklahoma isn’t considered south, it’s the HEARTLAND of America 💪

[@tscully1504]

Great pick and reaction. I'm not a big country fan, but sometimes songs like this break thru and I appreciate the musicianship and spirit behind it.

[@kimmarquis2354]

IMO, Everything Darius sing is good. Whether Rock gospel or country. It’s the voice.

[@marcustaylor4466]

Don't forget r&b. His first solo album is awesome.

[@michael15637]

I've met Darius on two separate occasions. Hung out with him once for a bit. Genuinely good guy. One of the all-time greatest vocalists to ever live. I wish Hootie would tour more.

[@littlebeebs1]

The best version of this song is by Old Crow Medicine Show. That’s one of my BF’s favorite songs ever. I was indifferent to it at first. Then after listening to it with him a few times , it is now on my playlist 😊. I love that version .

[@edwardbrooks3832]

I love Darius Rucker's version of this song, but you should listen to Old Crow Medicine Show's version. It came out years ago.

[@matthewblack8552]

Thank you. And Darius would agree. As accomplished as he is, Darius is also a fan of Old Crow Medicine Show

[@Arobisme]

That version is horrendous.

[@smoothz01]

@@Arobisme lol bro what

[@christinehanson7579]

@@Arobisme the OCMS original version is Bluegrass/Americana. Darius Rucker’s cover is mainstream Country. I personally prefer the OCMS original, but they are apples and oranges.

[@stk8824]

I first heard that version out in Georgia, when I lived there.

[@laurieegan3713]

You guys gave me the laugh I needed today in this one. Have Darius on my playlist - he is fantastic no matter what he’s singing.

[@taustin6524]

Shout out to the Okie from one born and raised in Choctaw!Charlie Pride is a legend and I hope you do a little research on him because his voice was pure velvet!

[@indiraprakash2934]

Happy to see you guys enjoying Darius Rucker . God bless you kids. Enjoy stay blessed.

[@crystalspears465]

You guys should definitely check out more Darius Rucker. This song is actually a cover but it's one of the best covers I've ever heard. Two of my favorite songs by him are; Don't think I Don't think about it and Love Me Anyway. Should also check his original band Hootie and the Blowfish.

[@melvinsmiley5295]

This song goes up to 10 every time it plays. Gives me Chills …just so dang good!

[@karingillpatrick4850]

Charley Pride (1971) Kiss An Angel Good Morning

[@glennburch1081]

Have seen him twice in Virginia Beach........... waiting for concert #3. He has a PERFECT country voice. His country songs are awesome in concert and the hits from Hootie and the Blowfish are icing on the cake! He puts on a helluva show. Great reaction guys, TY.

[@iansrving]

I just subscribed. I love y'all's reactions. This video is awesome. I really think you guys need to react to Zac Brown Band's The Day That I Die. You guys will absolutely love it. It hits different when you've just recently lost someone close to you. Peace and all the best.

[@dianabarnes5923]

Charlie Pride was my first thought for the greatest black country singer!

[@leemp337]

greatest black country singer of all time is Charley Pride...react to some. give him some love.

[@alibarrfilmz]

Charlie Pride was my favorite singer when I was a little girl. Thanks for the video! Fun to hang out with you guys. Great channel! 😎 🤠

[@steve9199]

"Wagon Wheel" was co-written by Bob Dylan and Ketch Secor of Old Crow Medicine Show. OCMS had a hit with it, and Darius took it next level!

[@raymondweaver8526]

Bob Dylan?

[@DS-182]

@@raymondweaver8526 yes Bob Dylan did write the chorus back in 1973

[@gardenrookie]

Or down a level.....

[@steve9199]

@@raymondweaver8526 Dylan wrote a BUNCH of songs you might not be aware of.... "All Along The Watchtower" (Hendrix), "Mr. Tambourine Man" (Byrds), "Knocking On Heaven's Door" (Warren Zevon/Guns N Roses), just to name a few. I've NEVER been a fan of Dylan's singing, but he's one of the best songwriters out there!!

[@richmussel3362]

Darius had the auto tune

[@Davesworld15]

It's such a joy to watch you 4 young men enjoy so many genres of life. I absolutely feel your emotions. Cool to enjoy these things with you. We need more people in this world like you guys. Open minded fair and loving.

[@scottcabler5843]

I'm not a country fan but this is a really good song. It's excellent.

[@planojag595]

Darius grew up in South Carolina listening to all kinds of music. He formed a band in the 90s with college buddies which became hugely successful and after they broke up he decided he wanted to tap into his country roots but wasn't sure how the country music community would accept him and if those that knew him as Hootie would like his style of country music. Well, as a fellow Gen X'er who also grew up listening to all kinds of music and can readily alternate listening to rock, pop, country, classical, R&B, Latin, and oldies, I was excited to hear Darius sing country songs for the first time. I love how country music tells stories that are relatable to the common man and as I get older I find myself turning to country music more than the other genres that I still love. I was just hoping that he would be successful and that he'd release songs that would fit into the 90s style of country music and not the latest "Bro Country" fad which has little lasting value. Well, not only did he release great music but his songs are a perfect blend of who he is and what he wants to say. His voice lends itself well to the genre and he surrounds himself with great musicians. My favorite of his songs are It Won't Be Like This For Long, Come Back Song, and If I Told You.

[@christinemartin6397]

Darius Rucker is a beautiful musician! 😍

[@greg-gq1ug]

like some others have said check out Charlie Pride.. he was country back in the late 50-70's.. awesome artist and singer

[@raylewis2121]

I know y’all heard of Charlie Pride. Ok, none of “the Midwest” is west, any way you slice it. You can call it “the Midwest” even though some of it borders Canada-whatever😅

[@gjbenavides5269]

Definitely is a banger, and Darius is a gifted singer and lyricist!!!!

[@Priasbcbeist]

Look up the black country music legend named Charley Pride 💕

[@AAA-mb6qk]

Grew up on Charlie Pride. Awesome music!

[@reneemallicone4770]

Love Darius but Charlie Pride was the greatest black country singer of all time. Kiss an Angel Good Morning. Great Charlie Pride song. He died about 8 months ago of Covoid he was I do believe 77 or 78. He was an absolute legend! Willy and his wife from Duck Dynasty adopted a black child at birth. He's at least 18 now. Handsome young man.

[@jt86tn]

Y'all need to react to Home Free End of The Road. It's a Boys II Men cover. My dad showed me this group and they're incredible. They're an acapella group so there are NO instruments. It's ALL done by mouth. You won't be disappointed. By the way, my dad (in his 60s) watches you guys so I know he'd love to see y'all react to Home Free.

[@shelbytanner6394]

Darius Rucker is amazing!! Y’all need to react to more of him!!

[@claimguy]

Charley Pride just called. He wants his status back.

[@sharonsmith2771]

Indeed!!!

[@georgiabutka3770]

Agree 100%

[@Apb23]

I adore Darius Rucker!!! He’s got the best voice… I knew him first as Hootie and the Blowfish. Loved them too… but I love his country songs. ❤ (sigh) Thank You, God for him!

[@echopryme]

Its a cover... and the original is a bit better... But he DOES kill this shit! 😎 Ain't a damned thing wrong with this! 💯

[@commonsense3895]

one of mt favorite songs..........thanks for playing it

[@poultryprincessglam-ma9298]

Y’all are so cute! Thank you for all these reactions.

[@sibkiss2009]

This was a special reaction video! Music unites the souls

[@ronniestobbart4759]

I love this song, love his voice, he's amazing!

[@hellodenise9612]

One of the best!!!! Check out his nand Hootie and Blowfish!! Love you guys! I'm s 55 year old women Kansas City Missouri and love listening to you guys!

[@imBobbyJ]

Thank you for reaction to Darius Rucker, please do more country reactions. Darius Rucker one of the greatest of all time.

[@hartybendle5866]

Hello from the San Carlos Apache Reservation in Arizona. Can't go wrong with Steve Earl "No Where Road". Awesome.

[@ellesbells902]

Stoked! Great song with interesting history. Old Crow Medicine Show's version is good too!! I played this every night when I used to bartend. I love your faces- nothing like the soothing, joyous sounds of mandolin, banjo, fiddle 😉🧡✌️☘️🥁 this one def a banger- and a wowzer

[@tiacalhoun3841]

Everyone of yall was bobbing your heads, I absolutely LOVE this reaction!!!! Welcome to country music fellas!!!!! ❤

[@LittleMachine89]

His voice is perfect! one of my favorite country singers. 😊

[@djwinchell]

I just love watching you guys reactions to situation.Stay true blue to who you are bc you all are AMAZING!😊

[@Ritaholden1]

I love this man so much. I liked him in Hootie and the Blowfish, but since he went out on his own and back to his country roots Oh my gosh!!! He is so great ☺️👍

[@davidkohno3043]

Beautififul song. I love Darius Rucker.

[@lillyc9476]

Charlie Pride was probably the first real Country singer with his famous song Kiss an Angel in the Morning and love Her like a Devil when you get back home 😊

[@nataliejanvrin1751]

This guy is awesome love his miusic ... ❤

[@janechapman6448]

Great singer and song. Glad you guys enjoyed

[@maryouellette2687]

Charlie Pride! Is one of the original black country musicians that I gre up with. (55 yrs old here).

[@maryouellette2687]

I truely enjoy you all!!!

[@lilpoohbear653]

Love me some Darius...great singer, songwriter and performer

[@conhighway]

Charlie Pride - Kiss an Angel Good Morning and Roll on Mississippi are two of his best.

[@edkinj]

My love from Lawton Fort Sill Oklahoma. Yall keep up the great work

[@dewaynekerr8122]

Loved this, I remember being like 10-12 when this song came out.. brings back memories

[@whoucisme]

Check out the blind Ronnie Milsap "Stranger in my House".....or The Highwaymen (Kris Kristofferson, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash and Wilie Nelson) "Road Goes on Forever (and the party never ends)"...think ya'll will love those ;) (And if you get into Hootie and the Blowfish you gotta hear "Not even the trees")

[@PaintingandExercise]

I love Darius Rucker!! I've had the pleasure of seeing him in concert as a country music singer and he threw in a couple of Hootie songs as well.

[@terribenton9885]

12:05 y’all! Loved this reaction! You guys need to visit us here in the south! Bless your heart!

[@planojag595]

I never grew up listening to nor paying any attention to country music but sometimes it’s all about timing. I found country when the time was right for me. I’m 50 now and got into country in 1993 when I was 21. I was driving a company truck and didn't bother changing the radio station from whoever drove it last. I was just in the frame of mind to get lost in a song and the right one came on (All These Years by Sawyer Brown) and it stayed in my ears, my mind, and in my heart for days afterward until I had to buy the CD. That’s how it started for me. I love how country songs paint vivid pictures and that each one is its own story. You asked for some songs so please review/react to Alyssa Lies by Jason Michael Carroll, All These Years by Sawyer Brown, Not That Different by Collin Raye, Till I Was A Daddy Too by Tracy Lawrence, I'm Not Supposed to Love You Anymore by Bryan White, You’re Gonna Miss This by Trace Adkins, Just A Dream by Carrie Underwood, Don’t Take The Girl by Tim McGraw, Matches by Sammy Kershaw, I’m Not Strong Enough To Say No by Blackhawk, and I Still Believe In You by Vince Gill. That, my friend, would give you a nice look at how great country music was, especially in the 90s (the best decade for this genre). Country tells it like it is and if there’s any emotion that you’re dealing with, this genre will bottle those feelings up and make music that will hopefully help you.

[@janicedavidson6218]

Hey guys - Oklahoma is part of the “Southern Plains”. I was born & raised in southern Oklahoma, then spent 23 years in South Carolina till I retired & moved back HOME to Oklahoma. Love watching you guys! 😊❤