THIS IS SAD DON MCLEAN VINCENT REACTION

[@DaveHof]

"His artwork was pretty good." That may be the understatement of the century.

[@calderjonhughes]

I had already subbed on the strength of his Annie’s Song reaction but man - that comment knocked me on the floor - not gonna lie - this dude is good!

[@dawntownsendable]

🤣🤣🤣

[@mrjohnnytoobad]

but profound too, and also kinda beautiful 😍

[@rw7668]

i laughed out loud and had to stop the video. bless his heart (and art sense) ...

[@davejones5747]

He was fairly good I guess.

[@gooddognigel4947]

It makes me sad that younger people don't know who Vincent is.

[@roddo1955]

I know plenty of people of older generations who don't know who he is. Cheer up.

[@bertmustin]

Most people would think this song was called Starry.Night.anf have no idea it was not about Vincent van Gogh.

[@juliecrane9647]

@@bertmustin I think u meant ...WAS about Van Gough ? That is his self portrait on the album cover. 😊

[@juliecrane9647]

@@roddo1955 Inr....I get tired of ppl my age talk crap on younger ppl. I just tell em they're being negative like theyve been their whole lives. 😄😄😄😄😄

[@musicprincess35]

Vincent Van Gough was not exactly in any of our generations. He died in 1890. Why do so many of us know who he was, and yet many in this generation have never heard of him.

[@karenh.]

This song still makes me cry, even after all these years.

[@tillydown3358]

And me, so sad and heart wrenching 💔

[@rosekastel4610]

Everytime I hear this I cry.

[@irenemesecke3076]

Me too, absolutely love this song.

[@christopherfletcher5384]

A sad beautiful song about a troubled and brilliant man double the feels!!!

[@cakebakerb1846]

OMG. Me, too.

[@dreamfeat11]

This was a tribute to Vincent Van Gogh the artist. He was a very talented troubled soul. Before his death he even cut off his own ear. The art shown in the background was his art.

[@hudsonsteele1674]

One portrait was him with a bandage on his ear. We were taught in school that he sent the ear to his unrequited love.

[@smokedog2185]

Starry Night A creative heart, obsessed with satisfying this dormant and uncaring society you have given them the stars at night and u have given them Bountiful Bouquets of Sunflowers but 4 u there is only contempt and though u pour yourself into that frame and present it so proudly this world could not accept your masterpieces from the heart. So on that starry night u gave 2 us and u took away from us the one thing we never acknowledged your life. By 2pac Shakur dedicated to the memory of Vincent van gogh from the book the rose that grew from concrete, this song obviously inspired 2pac to write this

[@MrSereymartinez]

I don't know where you live but the town of Mount Dora fl, Has a mural that created a lot of controversy the city wanted it gone because of some stupid ordinance but the mural was for their autistic child. there's more to the story invite you to check it out . At end family took city to court and won.

[@hudsonsteele1674]

@@MrSereymartinez Is it like a painted short wall around their yard. If so, I remember seeing that a couple of years back.

[@hudsonsteele1674]

@@smokedog2185 Not sure that he wasn't on drugs when he painted Starry Night... seems I heard that somewhere, long ago in the drug days, when people were doing hallucenogens.

[@24-karat-plonker]

This song is about the painter Vincent van Gogh and it's a beautiful sentiment to his memory and the paintings in the video are all by Vincent. Vincent was a kind soul who unfortunately suffered from mental health issues that plagued him til his death. I very much recommend the film 'Loving Vincent' it's a beautiful movie on Vincent's life and death.

[@yasminm7157]

Lola Lola Beautiful film

[@smokedog2185]

Starry Night A creative heart, obsessed with satisfying this dormant and uncaring society you have given them the stars at night and u have given them Bountiful Bouquets of Sunflowers but 4 u there is only contempt and though u pour yourself into that frame and present it so proudly this world could not accept your masterpieces from the heart. So on that starry night u gave 2 us and u took away from us the one thing we never acknowledged your life. By 2pac Shakur Dedicated to the memory of Vincent van gogh

[@fleaflicker1451]

@@smokedog2185 i never knew this!!! 🤯😢😭 Thank you for sharing, makes me love Tupac even more. Wow!

[@davidklein1667]

I found 'Vincent and Theo' the best...a foreign movie I saw ...25yrs? Ago.

[@whovianhistorybuff]

Another might be the doctor who episode Vincent and the doctor

[@cheyanndoyle1688]

Vincent's brother was an art dealer who sold paintings by artists like Monet and Rembrandt but he couldn't sell Vincent's art. And now they are priceless, and worth millions. 😥

[@midnightchannel111]

His brother Theo supported a lot of artists, Gaughan got handouts and free art supplies from Theo often. Without him, many of the Post impressionists would never have been able to paint.

[@angela-vi2hh]

The story of the love between theo and vincent is so beautiful.this song almost sounds like something theo wrote for him 💔

[@xoxxobob61]

@@angela-vi2hh Yes Theo did love his brother dearly . In fact they used to write to each other.

[@sarahtaylor7402]

"And when no hope was left in sight, on that starry, starry night, you took your life as lovers often do. But I could have told you Vincent, this world was never meant for one as beautiful as you." Has there ever been such an emotional, heart wrenching lyric? Stunningly moving. And it always brings me to tears.

[@dkuhs]

The same for me. Always brings tears to my eyes😢❤

[@angieknape9173]

He was so misunderstood and suffered from depression. This song is very sad, and should help us realize how deeply people can sink into despair and hopelessness if we take time to listen.

[@rosmeeker1964]

Some think Bi-polar, some think schizophrenic.

[@vikingbaguettebratwurst8619]

ShariSez1 No

[@rosmeeker1964]

@ShariSez1 No. It doesn't matter. Still I am interested. There are lots of creatives who have been diagnosed bi-polar and it would explain the huge amount works Van Gogh made during manic 'ups' and his despair during the lows. And possibly why he was misunderstood.

[@smokedog2185]

Starry Night A creative heart, obsessed with satisfying this dormant and uncaring society you have given them the stars at night and u have given them Bountiful Bouquets of Sunflowers but 4 u there is only contempt and though u pour yourself into that frame and present it so proudly this world could not accept your masterpieces from the heart. So on that starry night u gave 2 us and u took away from us the one thing we never acknowledged your life. By 2pac Shakur dedicated to the memory of Vincent van gogh

[@carolklein7421]

He wrote this about the famous Dutch artist Vincent Van Gogh.

[@smokedog2185]

Starry Night A creative heart, obsessed with satisfying this dormant and uncaring society you have given them the stars at night and u have given them Bountiful Bouquets of Sunflowers but 4 u there is only contempt and though u pour yourself into that frame and present it so proudly this world could not accept your masterpieces from the heart. So on that starry night u gave 2 us and u took away from us the one thing we never acknowledged your life. By 2pac Shakur Dedicated to the memory of Vincent van gogh

[@cynthiabustamante2884]

This beautiful sad song always makes me cry.

[@stevens5541]

Weirdo

[@malinhead322]

Great song about.... Vincent Willem van Gogh 30 March 1853 - 29 July 1890 who was a Dutch post-impressionist painter and who is among the most famous and influential figures in the history of Western art. In just over a decade, he created about 2,100 artworks, including around 860 oil paintings, most of which date from the last two years of his life. They include landscapes, still lifes, portraits and self-portraits, and are characterised by bold colours and dramatic, impulsive and expressive brushwork that contributed to the foundations of modern art. He was not commercially successful, and his suicide at 37 came after years of mental illness, depression and poverty.

[@stacieshannon9555]

Some think his mental illness was caused by exposure to toxins in his paints. 😔

[@secondchance6603]

They did not listen they’re not listening still. Perhaps they never will...

[@markhiggins8315]

@@stacieshannon9555 Some are very incorrect. Vincent was showing clear signs of mental instability from a young age. His brother Theo suffered from mental problems too and also commited suicide at a young age.

[@RicoBurghFan]

This is only one of the great songs ever written, Jay. Catch the beautiful lyrics incorporating the names of Vincent Van Gogh's paintings and the amazing rhymes. Just the fact you can appreciate the beauty of the song makes me respect you a lot.

[@patriciasalvatore2394]

samsbro1952 ( my year also): I'm impressed by this young man also. His reactions --sincere and insightful.

[@smokedog2185]

Starry Night A creative heart, obsessed with satisfying this dormant and uncaring society you have given them the stars at night and u have given them Bountiful Bouquets of Sunflowers but 4 u there is only contempt and though u pour yourself into that frame and present it so proudly this world could not accept your masterpieces from the heart. So on that starry night u gave 2 us and u took away from us the one thing we never acknowledged your life. By 2pac Shakur dedicated to the memory of Vincent van gogh

[@deborahallen3318]

Jay is a deep, old soul, way ahead of his years! 😊

[@mezellenjohnson2753]

After having PTSD for 55 years and deep seated depression I have to be in the right frame of mind to listen to this wonderful and brilliant song. I.have been suicidal and with the love from close family and a councillor I got through it and out the other side. I have always felt that I could understand people like Vincent and this song is able to touch my spirit so deeply. Your reactions to the song, the wonderful singer and Vincent's paintings are all anyone could ask for in my opinion Jayvee. You have a great big heart my friend and I don't think anyone could sing this song so excellently as Don. Take care and stay safe please my friend, love and hugs Mary-Ellen UK Ps I always click like first lol and I love this so much I'm listening to it again. Thank you for playing this sweetheart, it reminds me that love and caring can help others lives easier as my husband and sons love has given me the will to be with them as long as God wills.

[@mattben2215]

Peter Gabriel and kate bush dont give up

[@lynnhathaway3755]

Mary-Ellen Johnson Absolutely! I once had to pull the car to the side of the road and just cry while listening to this song. Strange how some songs reach so deep into the soul. Please stay strong and take care.

[@mezellenjohnson2753]

@@lynnhathaway3755 I am badly disabled but the love between my husband, our two sons and I has kept me going. My husband and I are senior citizens but we laugh and tease each other, laughter is a wonderful medicine lol, it keeps us and my disabled son going. God bless you sweetheart love and hugs Mary-Ellen UK

[@2869may]

Tupac's favorite song, and the last song he listened to....

[@xoxxobob61]

Not surprised since he did attend a Arts School with Jada Pinkett Smith despite his psuedo "gangsta" image.

[@2869may]

@@xoxxobob61 Yeah, he was really soft and intelligent, and really bothered emotionally by lots of things, even though he grew up in very hard and "thuglife" situation... His mama beat 53 federal charges representing herself.... before crack. Tupac was a child at Black Panther gatherings... he wasn't "Gangsta" but he had real Gangsta knowledge. "I got my game about pimpin' from the prostitutes..."

[@joebluezcologne1023]

@@2869may word 👌🏽

[@lucaswallo8127]

His absolute favorite?

[@2869may]

@@lucaswallo8127 Absolutely

[@RJohnson2024]

"This artwork is pretty good." I love your purity of expression. And you have a good eye for art my friend. Van Gogh paintings like sunflowers and irises sold for around $50 million in the 80s so would be worth many more times that now. Starry Night, his most famous work and the first words of the song could sell for $250,000,000!

[@patriciarobbins1423]

It's so sad that many young people do not know who Vincent Van Gogh is or recognize his or other famous artists work.. I love this song and the painting Starry Night.

[@davidgaugamela9801]

He never sold one painting during his lifetime.

[@allisonyoung4007]

@@patriciarobbins1423 I cant believe it~ It IS sad! I had Starry Night actually hanging over my son's crib~( And now he's a smart 25 yr old!)

[@barriehull7076]

@@davidgaugamela9801 possibly one to his brother if it's true.

[@steveakhurst7845]

@@allisonyoung4007 Education is always a gift to give !! Good Job , your son will always appreciate you

[@yvetteadshead4212]

Beautiful song and incredibly sad, I could cry my eyes out for this song, it gets me everytime

[@wpollock1]

Nice reaction. If you notice, whoever put together the painting slides, coordinates them with Don McLean's lyrics.....

[@CatholicDad4kids]

Van Gogh had a very devoted brother Theo that went back and traced Vincent's travels to find his paintings after he died. Some were exchanged for rent while he painted. Upon finding one farm VIncent had stayed at, Theo was greatly saddened to find a chicken coup lined with Vincents paintings to keep the birds. The woman had even put some paintings left by a despondent painter under the coup to keep the hay clean. As stated by other writers here he experienced no financial success for his work during his life. He died in 1890 and now 130 years later we now remember him through the eyes of another artist.

[@ym61]

This is one of those great songs you can’t listen to without being deeply touched.

[@stevemccormack9948]

Vincent was rejected by his mother from birth and I think he really felt it. He was a replacement chile for his older brother who had died at birth - also called Vincent. He committed suicide at 37. This song is so captivating and perfect - timeless. Just like Vincent himself.

[@bengaljam4550]

This song was a favorite of Tupac Shakur. One of the last songs played for him just before he died.

[@Revelwoodie]

I didn't know that. Another historical legacy of this song, if I remember correctly, is that Roberta Flack wrote the song "Killing Me Softly" after watching Don McLean perform this song.

[@bengaljam4550]

@@Revelwoodie It wasLori lieberman that wrote the words to killing me Softly that Roberta Flack recorded. She did write it after seeing Don Mclean perform.

[@e.j.johnson5756]

Tupac was also an artistic genius. Only artistic attuned souls understand. I'm sure that's why Tupac was spiritually attracted to this song. I'm a 60 plus white woman who has heard alot of music over the years, this is one of the best

[@alatukefu87]

Imagine Vincent Van Gogh and Tupac meeting in heaven...

[@carolklein7421]

The works behind the lyrics are Vincent’s works.

[@RicoBurghFan]

And the lyrics are mostly from Van Gogh paintings.

[@RicoBurghFan]

And the lyrics incorporate Van Gogh titles. Such a brilliant song

[@THEPATRIOT1000]

Stary Night is a famous painting

[@Yesica1993]

Oh, this is one of my favorite songs! But it's so sad that I can only listen to it a few times a year.

[@2zxodcfm]

A beautiful timeless tune which touches all of us. It will never age sounding as fresh to me today as when I first heard it most of my life ago.

[@patwelch8187]

wonderful lyrics...colors on a snowy linen land...A blank, white canvas ready to paint on.

[@StephanMarcDubois]

"Starry Night" was one of Vincent Van Gogh's most famous works...

[@smokedog2185]

Starry Night A creative heart, obsessed with satisfying this dormant and uncaring society you have given them the stars at night and u have given them Bountiful Bouquets of Sunflowers but 4 u there is only contempt and though u pour yourself into that frame and present it so proudly this world could not accept your masterpieces from the heart. So on that starry night u gave 2 us and u took away from us the one thing we never acknowledged your life. By 2pac Shakur Dedicated to the memory of Vincent van gogh

[@smokedog2185]

Starry Night A creative heart, obsessed with satisfying this dormant and uncaring society you have given them the stars at night and u have given them Bountiful Bouquets of Sunflowers but 4 u there is only contempt and though u pour yourself into that frame and present it so proudly this world could not accept your masterpieces from the heart. So on that starry night u gave 2 us and u took away from us the one thing we never acknowledged your life.

[@susanmcewan302]

I believe this is one of the most beautiful songs ever written. it took someone as gifted as Don McLean to write about someone as gifted as Van Gogh. Masterpiece written about another masterpiece. I feel blessed having heard this beautiful song.

[@christineyacono977]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written!

[@caretaker158]

This is my favorite video for this song... showing Vincent's paintings just brings the song home even more. Have never been able to get through this song without a tear or two.

[@scm0717]

I'm so glad that you understand and encourage people to watch out for each other. I totally relate to this song with depression. I love this song, and I love Don McLean's voice.

[@makeitmakesense5577]

"His artwork is pretty good" OMG...I will never ever be able to look at his art again without thinking of that & bursting out laughing. Priceless!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@shelleystockman4971]

I've been to the Van Gogh Museum. Spectacular. My favorite artist

[@ellavader4411]

@@shelleystockman4971 ... Check out Marc Chagall .... not an impressionist, but very visual ...

[@stufen11]

It's a beautiful thing, to discover the works of one of the great artists. Much to be enjoyed.

[@wendypalmer4404]

Don Mclean is a pure genius this is one of the most beautifuls songs ever written this song will live on forever

[@Coolrockndad]

The most beautiful and saddest song ever written. IMO

[@clydeb7713]

Jayvee is very likeable and this song is beyond beautiful, so how could it have even one thumbs down?

[@jeaniebottoms8261]

Whenever I look at Vincent’s art, I feel something that touches my soul. Maybe that sounds foolish, but check out some of his work and see if you agree. Great reaction, Jayvee. You have a new sub.

[@felipelemosneto]

This was a tribute for Vincent Van Gogh, who died in the most cruel way. It’s a really deep song with a beautiful meaning. Fun fact: this was 2 pac’s favorite song.

[@KandKs_GG]

This is my favorite Don McLean song. I was 8 when it was released. I was the youngest of five, and younger kids often are exposed to knowledge a bit above their years through older siblings interests, so I knew Van Gogh's story & a good deal of his works. I wept deeply at the poignancy of McLean's tribute to Van Gogh's tragic, yet genius, mind.

[@tammy6942]

I love this song. Praise to Vincent van Goah, one of the world's greatest artists, painters. Thanks for sharing your reaction!

[@annb9422]

Among those of Vincent Van Gogh's paintings showing in the background is his self-portrait 🖼

[@judy8117]

THIS was about one of the world's greatest ARTIST, OUTSTANDING SONG!🐾♥️🐾♥️🐾♥️🐾♥️🐾♥️🐾♥️☘☘🐾♥️🐾 such a pretty song but so sad,🐾♥️🐾♥️

[@revk-squared9046]

This song always makes me cry. Thank you for your message.

[@beatlejim64]

Van Gogh died on July 29, 1890 at the age of 37. One of THE greatest painters of all time!!!

[@johnallen869]

I has to smile when you said his artwork was pretty good. If Starry Night came to auction you would have to be a gazillionaire to by it! This is an amazing tribute to an amazing artist!

[@roballen5718]

i'm 64, and have had a love for van Gogh most of my life, especially after, aged 17, i attempted suicide and was placed in a mental hospital. Vincents art was an expression of his desire to paint emotion. that was his goal. whatever he painted, he, most of all, painted emotion.

[@clumsyslime3369]

Hey Rob! I hope you're doing good.

[@roballen5718]

@@clumsyslime3369 yes. thanks for asking

[@clumsyslime3369]

@@roballen5718 you're welcome

[@angelanicholson951]

I was young when this was released. I always drew and painted as a child, which kept me in a different place because life was not easy coming from all sides. This song came out and it hit a nerve. I always tried to cheer them up, but it never lasted long, if at all. So, this song means a lot to me. I have a large framed print of The Chair hanging up, which is above a same shaped wodden baby chair that was bought for me when a baby, before i realised that life was not going to be easy. Beautiful song.

[@AdaKitten]

What a beautiful song, and such lovely lyrics. Loved it and the reaction. First time I heard this too!

[@foxpopuli6982]

Jay, this is my first time happening upon your channel, and I'm fairly certain I will be watching more of your reaction videos. You've got a good and kind heart. The sort of heart we need to hear more from after the turmoils of 2020. Music can bring us back together.

[@Jo.H.]

Beautiful song, Thankyou for sharing. Take care 😊

[@davidvornsand9551]

Those are Vincent’s paintings so amazing! Don McLean painted a beautiful picture with his brilliant lyrics! So great!☮️❤️🙏

[@dpitts5]

Dude... i swear to God I just spent over 4 hours today just watching your reaction videos. For some reason many of them make me cry! So I'm sitting here on a Sunday afternoon....alternately bawling and laughing as I watch you hear some of my favorite songs of all time. I'm so glad I stumbled on to your channel! Plus....you're HELLA cute! ;) Nice arms.

[@barbwolpert1856]

This song was written about Vincent Van Gogh, a Dutch painter in the late 1800’s. His works are priceless and in major museums across the globe. Starry Night is one of his most famous paintings. It is the first image in the song.

[@BeeWhistler]

There's something particularly touching about someone talking about the suicide of Vincent van Gogh like he was someone's friend who recently died. I think that's more concern than Vincent felt at the time he did it. And this song inspired me to take up oil painting. It didn't last long, but I did, lol! No worries, it's not like my dreams got murdered or something... I'm an artist in a variety of media but for that brief period I tried oils. Kinda fun, kinda stinky and messy, definitely an education. I think I'll stick with acrylics and the other stuff, though.

[@lilithrising9713]

Now you have found Vincent's paintings! They've found their way to you!

[@danielmesery2904]

What a sad story, once again. Credit to DonM.

[@rockshot100]

By now you know Vincent's story. But Don Mclean has so much breadth to his voice, it is almost like he is holding back. Van Gough was dead about 100 years before he was even born, but through his art he feels like he knows him. Good point.

[@roxismith6122]

Vincent was in an asylum when he painted Starry Night from the window of his cell. He had schizophrenia and heard voices and that's why he cut off his own ear to try and stop the voices.

[@joematthews4952]

Van Gogh didn't chop his own ear off. It is a common misconception / folk law. People who have actually looked into the police records, hospital records, eyewitness accounts and letters sent by both men, have seen that he actually lost it to Paul Gauguin in a duel. Gauguin was an accomplished fencer and a good friend of Vincent's, but they often had massive falling outs with each other.

[@GinMae]

As said below - Vincent Van Gogh - don't know if anyone mentioned that Roberta Flack wrote "Killing me Softly" about Don McLean...

[@cocoemrick1903]

After seeing Don McClean in concert, Lori Lieberman wrote and recorded this. Unfortuately, she involved Charles Fox and Norman Gimbel in composing it, who basically stole it from her. Roberta heard it, made contact with Fox and covered it. She did a beautiful version but I like to give credit where credit is due.

[@garygreen2146]

If you want to watch another tribute to Vincent Van Gogh I highly recommend watching the clip from the UK tv show Doctor Who. Search Doctor Who, Vincent and the museum. Basically Doctor Who is an alien time traveller and he picks up Vincent and takes him to an exhibition of his work in the 21st century. Far fetched I know but very touching

[@doloresbellini6452]

There's a movie available, called Loving Vincent, only movie ever animated by oil paintings. Over 100 artists got together to paint in Vincent's style to animate it.

[@amandajack2018]

Beautiful voice. Beautiful lyrics.

[@michaelnettles2570]

Van Gogh is my favorite artist and Don honors him brilliantly in this song.

[@roxismith6122]

I've always been drawn to Vincent Van Gogh's art since I was a child and this song makes me cry every time. Starry Night is the title of his most famous work and it made me fall in love with him.

[@AyeletMitsch]

You loved the song that was written about him: Killing me softly by Roberta Flack. He's the one that impressed her so much.

[@markhiggins8315]

Roberta didn't write killing me softly, she performed it beautifully but it's one of Carol king's songs.

[@markhiggins8315]

Sorry it wasn't one of Carol's. I think it was written by a writing pair one guy was called Fox I think. It was inspired by a young female singer called Lori who witnessed Don perform live and passed on her impression to the writers.

[@jamesboyd5305]

Love this version...We understand Vincent...thank you for your artwork...you left behind a treasure of paintings worth millions...R.I.P.. Vincent

[@smythharris2635]

In July 1972 I was sitting on the quayside of a fishing village in Spain watching the sunset, with a Danish girl. This song came over the speakers at a local bar just behind us and she fell into my arms in floods of tears. I have never forgotten her.

[@gingersnap3684]

I "ugly cry" when I listen to this song.

[@yelljal2764]

Not only does McLean perfectly describe Van Gogh's story through his lyrics, it describes the story of a countless number of people. As someone who lost a somewhat close family member to suicide the story is spot on with the grief that comes with suicide. I shed a tear every time I hear it. Each line perfectly describes each of Van Gogh's artworks in a way only possible by a poet. Love ya Uncle Joe 🎗❤🎸

[@balanchuk]

I picked up this album as a kid for the American Pie track ... when I got to this song even as a child I was rocked by the beauty and sadness in this story ... 54 now and I still break everytime I hear it . Vincent in the great beyond ... I hear you I think after this song we all can

[@karenj3611]

Love this song

[@gorgeouslycaked3841]

I once went and explored the landscape he painted, visited the Hotel De Villa and the tavern and the church he painted. Also put some yellow flowers on his grave. He’s buried beside his brother. Amazing experience. I love this song and play it on the piano every time I sit down at it.

[@vinceschouten46]

Thankyou my Brother , , all the trouble in our world , , where is the love in the world , , why do people hurt , kill , sickness , starvation , disease . Yes , people look , but do not see , touch but do not feel , listen. But do not hear , 😢 , , it's so hard to comprehend . The Greatest Commandment , , is to Love , , Yes my Brother it can drive a mind Insane . Love from a Blue Eyed Soul in Chicag💜 . Sincerely Vincent

[@donaldpearson1581]

It was good to read your comment thank you for sharing

[@annvictor9627]

Loved this song -- I have it on a 45 rpm vinyl record. A poster of Van Gogh's "Starry Night" was on the wall behind my bed when I was in library school. He'd been dead the better part of 100 years when I was young, but that painting spoke to me -- it still does.

[@shelleyUSATX]

This song means so much to my husband and me. It's beautiful. Thank you for reacting to it. Vincent Van Gogh was a tortured soul. It is indeed tragic.

[@kathymccormick7525]

I love this song! It reminds me of my twin brother who took his life 10 years ago! He def suffered for his sanity! God how I miss him! PLEASE listen and try to help those who struggle with mental illness!!

[@gevlar]

Beautiful, touching song. One of Van Gogh’s most famous paintings was Starry Night. Crossroads & And I Love You So are other great Don McLean songs.

[@keepitrealdowntoearth4328]

Beautiful❤️thankyou for bringing this icononic song upto us in this hard time,anyone who is suffering right now,talk to someone,get help❤️don’t suffer alone please❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@nowvoyagerNE]

Vincent van Gogh was not a friend of Don McLean who had passed away. ( *Lord have mercy!* ) i recommend you consider watching the actor Kirk Douglas' van Gogh film "Lust for Life." watch it and afterwards re-record your reaction to this McLean song a second time.

[@stefaniagombi6528]

It's so a overwhelming pleasure to listen to you and to the music you post. Love and peace, Italy. Stay safe

[@Angelicwings1]

Oh Vincent... You poor poor soul. To see so much beauty but so much pain. This song is truly an important one.

[@jimmyramone5714]

That song always brings tears in my eyes. R.I.P. Vincent Van Gogh

[@axiomist4488]

This is the most beautiful piece of poetry Ive ever heard . Im a poet and I am always amazed by these lines. I also cry everytime I hear them. This man has an incredible ability to communicate his feelings. Vincent painted with his paint strokes, Don paints with words. Everything he says, I can see clearly in my mind. Jay, this is about the great famous painter Vincent Van Gogh, a Dutch artist. He had a very troubled life, having been an epileptic, which back then branded him as a freak by many people, who didnt understand it. His brother loved him very much and, being an art dealer himself, he always tried to help him. He supported him financially and sent him paper and canvas and paints too. But in all of Vincent's short life, he was unsuccessful and only sold one small painting to a woman , who was also an artist. Eventually, he , "like lovers often do", shot himself in the stomach and spent two days dying. Even his death was excruciatingly painful ! The irony of all this is that in 1992, one of his paintings sold for $75 million dollars. You should watch the film made in 1956 called Lust for Life, starring Kirk Douglas, who could easily pass for Vincent's twin. This is the best of the movies made about Vincent (I have two others, made in England) . The color is amazing (just make sure you set the color on your player to a perfect skin tone). People loaned out original Van Gogh paintings for the making of the film. You will see his actual work and Im sure you'll love it. I've seen it about ten times (I once saw it 3 times in a row!) Starry Night is one of his prettiest paintings and is the one you see when this video starts .

[@kathystammen3060]

Beautiful song. He was an amazing painter. RIP.

[@J_Gamble]

Yes, check up on your loved ones

[@JPVLDRodrigues]

The painting that gives the name of the song is an absolute masterpiece. One of the most amazing and breathtaking paintings ever painted. I am not an expert, but even I recognize the true genius behind it.

[@dedebradsher]

I love your interpretation of music, art, and meaning.

[@ste.6026]

Starry Night, is one of Vincent Van Gogh's most famous paintings... He is one of the worlds most famous artist and his works sell for untold millions... Had a dozen or more reaction channels that I was subbed to, I have dumped them all, yours is the only one that remains, I love the fact you actually listen and when your face lights up when something impresses you, it's a joy to behold...

[@sharonpreston4925]

I'm glad you got to this one. One thing though, Vincent wasn't a friend of his. Vincent was here and gone way before Don was born. Check out his back story. The picture of the man with the black hat and a bandage on the side of his head was Vincent's self portrait. At one point he had cut off his ear( thus the bandage), and yes sadly he did end up committing suicide. His paintings are now famous and can be seen in galleries

[@thomaswolf6246]

Vincent Vag Gogh was a great painter whose art work is featured in the video. His story is well known all over the world.

[@sallyhenderson2772]

I love your reactions. So nice to hear some of these songs once again. Thanks for your suicide caution, check on your friends/family warning advice - so important and heartfelt. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your reactions, thanks! 👍👍👍

[@Calamitygirlchannel]

I love this channel, thank you!

[@patriciamattone5414]

I like to check in and listen to the music you enjoy. It's so enjoyable to see you react with such a sensitive and kind heart. You are a sweet person. Enjoy a whole new world of music! Blessing to ALL!

[@WireWeHere]

I found Dr. Who, Vincent and the Doctor touching. A blend of sad and happy like walking through a sunflower field to find your life's work being admired in bloom on modern walls, the artfully priceless legacy of Vincent Van Gogh.

[@lizawake614]

THANK YOU FOR THE PAINTINGS IN THE LOWER CORNER TO LOOK AT

[@Kate98755]

A haunting song, always makes me tear up, you are a gem to remind people to check on their family and friends,

[@glynisroberts5029]

Such a moving and beautiful song about Van Gough 😪❤

[@lollymelindaify]

He's singing of the famous artist, Vincent van Gogh, that's his artwork displayed in the song.. Ethereally beautiful....

[@kathyhoward4501]

I absolutely love that you are finding and appreciating the music I grew up with. I'm glad I joined your channel.

[@wencireone]

Hi J, back in 1890 I don't think mental health was a thing, they didn't care as much as we do ( still waiting for Chuck Berry with Maybellene live 1958 ) keep up with the reactions 👍