THIS REALLY TOUCHED OUR HEARTS!! MICHAEL MARTIN MURPHY & THE RIO GRANDE BAND - WILDFIRE (REACTION)

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[@livingandriding]

You don't have to be a horse person like myself to love and cry when this song plays! Wow..I'm just in tears. Haven't heard this song in quite awhile. Thank you for playing it!

[@89801wink]

I'm so glad you did this version. It's the best version available imo. With the extended piano parts that aren't on the original version. He is also the nicest down to earth person you will ever meet.

[@rebeccasonger4156]

I had my first kiss to this song...I was 13 and as long as this song plays I will never forget it...I am 60 now!

[@zq9m3xh8]

If this song don't hit you in the feels, you ain't GOT any feels! Thank u guys for doing this one. It was good to hear again.

[@LadyGator1983]

Ain’t that the truth!!!

[@Kim63146]

I HEARD that! 🥰 💞 I agree! Pure perfection! One of my all time favorite songs! This song can bring all hearts together ❤️ Still listening to this song in 2022 and forever! No words....heavenly!

[@tomschmitz261]

this song made me bawl when i was a little boy and now at 58 years old, it still does! EVERY TIME!....

[@stangman1268]

me too✋🏼

[@markcastellanos9678]

Ditto

[@rhondabolger782]

In tears now

[@JohnRocks6368]

I am 59 and I feel the same! I like to work on cars, do ALL of my home projects, electrical, framing, plumbing - a man's man if I dare say, but this song resonates with me - timeless and beautiful to me and digs deep into my soul. Being a tough guy doesn't mean you don't feel. You just put on some armor to protect yourself...

[@marvinabigby5509]

​@@JohnRocks6368you sound like my brother it was his favorite song when we were kids he has passed glad they played it

[@lisajara2752]

I've loved this song since i was a kid! Beautiful lyrics ❤❤❤❤ laying in the grass in the 70s barefoot as a kid just listening 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@janef220]

Me too. That’s a nice image. It has a dreamy feel to it

[@dalenikolitch8338]

Amen😎✌

[@victoria-elliott-batman]

I do believe since the inspiration for this song came from a dream, it has a dreamlike quality for the listener. For me this song always had a dreamy feel to it.

[@rb10465]

I was 13 years old when this song first came out on the radio, and it moved me to tears then, and it moves me to tears now! It's one of those Haunting Ballads you just can't get outta your head! This song is a TIMELESS CLASSIC! 🥰🤩😍🙏🇵🇷

[@richardmodglin3900]

This folks..... is why its important to have good musicians working together. You cannot describe something like this to someone. It's magical.

[@glassontherocks]

Yep Magical... Not everybody dies from a killing frost...

[@sargentslaughter3509]

I remember listening to the song on the radio when I was probably 6 years old, I still haven't forgotten about it.

[@InsightsAbroad]

man, I love your open hearts and minds🙏

[@redindenver6666]

I'm a huge animal lover and ever since I first heard this song, it always brings tears to my eyes. It's such a beautiful song, but so sad. I've watched videos of this song where it's just one picture after another of beautiful horses. The other song I have a similar reaction to is "The Run for the Roses" - a song written about the gorgeous thoroughbreds who run in the Kentucky Derby. It also is a beautiful song, but, to me, kind of sad. The connection some of us humans have to our fellow creatures can be so strong ... a beautiful thing.

[@robertslade3088]

Every time I hear this song 🎵 I want to cry!! One of the most beautiful songs ever ❤

[@chrisoakley5830]

This song is like a great painting come to life.

[@MisterWondrous]

Gets me every time.

[@DonRice]

This was one of my favorite songs since it came out in the 70's, but I never heard that extended intro and outro before now.

[@delisamarchetti5926]

Hi Shawn and Mel, this is one of my all time favorite songs and it was such a joy to experience it with you for the first time. I know what you mean it sends chills up my spine every time I hear it. The piano is so beautiful and the lyrics make me feel like I have gone back in time. So happy you enjoyed it too. As I get older, I so appreciate it when younger ones want to experience the things that I think are beautiful, with an open and curious mind, It is rare and always means a lot. I don't live in the past but I sure do appreciate taking a trip back every once in awhile. Music is the key that does that for me. This song brings back memories of teenage summer evenings, laying in bed, all is dark except for the amber light of my stereo. The windows are open and a warm gentle breeze blows in scented with our neighbor's night blooming jasmine plants. Listening to this song brings it all back. I am so happy you had a chance to hear it and experience something different and new to you. Have a great day and I hope that you are feeling better today Mel! :)

[@Kim63146]

❤️

[@BaconIsNotBiceps]

Thank you to every amazing musician who wrote the songs that got me through this life above ground.

[@lorimcallister2079]

this always made me cry when I was young

[@LadyGator1983]

Absolutely one of my favorites (I have many)!!! This song, for some reason just touches my heart! I’ve said this before and I’m gonna say it again… I grew up with some of the best music! The 70s and 80s were freaking awesome!

[@ajruther67]

I completely agree. We had the best music.

[@Kim63146]

🎯 ❤️

[@maureenwagg5305]

I always cry during this song. Not sure why. I never actually happened but it's a sad story. The song is brilliant.

[@JUSTMAR1E]

Thanks for reacting to this song. It’s an oldie but goodie.

[@miamidolphinsfan]

this song is one of the reasons I love the music of the 70's so much !

[@sarahdixon1943]

Ugh .. this song always makes me cry a little. Such a beautiful song 🎵 🎶

[@mikefisher8531]

I’ve never heard this version before. Absolutely stunning!

[@crystalphillips696]

I would get so excited when came on the radio when I was kid in the 70's.

[@deborahbishop3300]

BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL ! LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS SONG !!! GIVES ME CHILLS EVERYTIME I HEAR THIS SONG ! ✨🧚🏻✨

[@rigelmoon9030]

I'm so pleased that you selected this live version. If any song can be perfect, look no further.

[@dmaynardabu]

I was 11 when this song came out. I immediately fell in love with it. Still love it today. It is one of those songs that just spoke to me from day one.

[@vcktf2852]

Michael is into western and Indian culture, and the part about hearing a hoot owl for 6 nights in a row is quite significant by that culture. It is an omen of death...

[@shelbys6572]

I disagree about the demon of death part because Murphy loves the Lord and also it was just a dream he had but yes, Murphy did the beautiful song Geronimo's Cadillac, which is a true story also Renegade.

[@johnnyswanson6387]

Don't speak of that omen, please ! I've had a hoot owl o/s my window for 6+ nites and I have Stage 4 cancer. You're scaring me !

[@jewv2231]

Love you guys and your comments. I am just as awed as you are. Fabulous!!

[@angrynana4439]

Love this song and your reactions. I moved to San Diego in 1975 and this song was playing all the radio. It just touches some deep cord inside of me. Always has, Always will.

[@M00159]

The best reaction to this song! Thank you!!🙏🏻

[@debigiroux1811]

Such a beautiful song. Brings back so many memories. Wish I could play piano like that

[@deniseculton]

When I was a little kid,I heard this song. I used to get so sad over the song. The poor pony!!! Lost in a blizzard!!😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@michellezaleske-estrada40]

Loved this song since I was a child.

[@michelleydenisey4697]

I love this song! Grew up listening to it in the 70’s and love it just as much today.

[@christinalikoski4937]

Wow remember this in my young days on the Radio Australia 💕 Christina

[@franksullivan1873]

I saw Michael Murphy many moons ago in DC on the Mall....Great show.

[@danarussell1291]

This song makes me feel so emotional!!! I still get misty after all these years!!!

[@hanklutcavich2468]

Never saw live. One of my all-time favorite hits. Awesome reaction guys.

[@go234ko96ts5]

One of my favorite thought provoking songs from the 70's that really hits you. Shawn and Mel you keep bringing the great tunes from the past to help us reminisce of the great songs and memories from the past.

[@jamespmcguire4355]

Fantastic live version. Tears are a flowing

[@valeriedenaro-cully8884]

One of my favorite songs from childhood, so special.

[@lindarumsey3109]

One of my favorite songs from my teens. I was working on the weekends at a horse show and a new friend played it on an acoustic guitar and sang along. I fell in love with it. A great song still all these years later! Thanks for reminding me of such a sweet and innocent time in my life.

[@757optim]

After all these years, I listened more closely to this song than I ever have. Thanks for choosing to react to this one.

[@johnwdaley4727]

Such a beautiful, emotional song ..thanks

[@kimcutts6153]

Wow.... this was an incredible piece of music. Beautiful ❤ 🎵🎼🎙🔥

[@carybond7469]

It's a beautiful song, he had dream then write the song, thank you love this song😊

[@olly8]

My late husband used to say this song reminded him of me. I love this song so much. Glad you enjoyed it to. ❤🐎

[@christinetarquin3773]

Hey, I grew up singing this song but I've never gotten sooo into it more than THIS version! The soothing voice of Michael Martin Murphy, his focus, the arrangement, the artistic musicianship.

[@maureenwagg5305]

omg I love this song so much. I have never heard the beginning. It's so pretty. The radio only plays the hook part.

[@ProdigyBowlersTour]

One of the most beautiful songs ever recorded.

[@armywife1641]

I always get goosebumps when he breaks in to that first Wildfire, Carolina in the pines is great also

[@kelleychilton2524]

This is perhaps the best version of this song for you to react to. If this song doesn't touch you then you don't have a soul.

[@sparklebaby22]

Completely love your sincere reactions this song is epic great reaction 💔

[@roried]

Man, do I love this song!!!!!!!

[@happymethehappyone8300]

In Honor & Memory Of Him,, Jermaine Stewart "We Don't Have To Take Our Clothes Off"...R.I.P. Jermaine 🙏 ❤

[@Jim-ej6yz]

Great video! I saw Mike sing this song live at one of his shows in the 70's. He's an amazing performer and put on one hell of a show for a small town crowed and he gave it his all.

[@keithyoung7065]

You'll have been going through some of the best music of my life . I love that you live it . But that what great art does it transcends. It lead you upwards! Love you guys!

[@Marmiem.]

Thank you! I used to play this on the piano shortly after it came out. Then, I played it for my kids when they were babies and they remember. Now, as a stroke victim I will probably never be able to play for them again, but each time I hear it, it reminds me of riding a horse as a young woman, out in the desert, in winter. I hope, someday, to feel that free again.

[@janpolo799]

Lady, thank you. I felt the same. One of my favorite songs.

[@deborahscalise3215]

It's about time someone did this reaction. It is a great song! Thanks for your reaction.

[@josephinesteele1338]

I 💕 this song!! It's #1 on my play list !!!!! Recorded in Nashville, in 1986. Michael Martin Murphey- vocals& acoustic guitar. Dave Hoffner- vocals& keyboards. Robbie Robinson - electric guitar. Gary Roller- bass& vocals. Carmen Acciaioli- vocals & steel guitar. Leroy Featherston- drums.

[@tammycosby4495]

The feeling of this song is so much sadness and longing, but there are so many cultural references, particularly Native American, that it gives the whole song such a deeper meaning.

[@myopicseer]

Beautiful song from my life, growing up, remembering this now, after all the years. Long time since I heard it.

[@nationaltrails9585]

Radio stations played the shorter single version, but some AOR and eventually regular AM radio stations played the album version. It always seemed like a real gift when a station played an album version instead a single version (the fun part now is finding and hearing those versions). :)

[@richieatkinson2627]

Awesome song!! Thanks for reacting to it!!!

[@t.r.1708]

Classic favorite! Thx y’all!

[@ajruther67]

This is one of those songs that gets you in the feelers

[@kentmains7763]

Loved this as a child and still do.

[@clairemendoza8082]

Beautiful song!! One of my mom’s favorite songs!! So sad 😞 but very inspiring. ❤️🙏🙏 God Bless u both!! The lead singer had such a beautiful voice and for it being live was so wonderful!

[@flubblert]

Pure magic. 🐴💫

[@mikeferris408]

Love this great old hit.... great writing.

[@laurogarza4953]

I'm so glad y'all have discovered Michael Martin Murphey. He provides a great introduction to Western Music. In the late 1970s Country music was know as "Country and Western music" and the "Western" part was dropped right about 1980. Murphey had a Pop hit which crossed over along with several others to Country music with this great song in the late 1970s. Likewise, Dan Seals of "England Dan and John Ford Coley" and Paul Davis also were all actually a Country and Western music singers and songwriters and all of whom, without their hats, became Pop Music stars in the 1970s. They all later went on to record western songs that were hits on the Country music charts in the 1980s... but with their hats on! Murphey, still touring and recording, has had the most hits (Carolina in the Pines, What's Forever For, for example) and I would like to suggest y'all consider listening to two or three of his western songs also but in one sitting so as to gather an understanding of Western music which has all but disappeared from the airwaves but which is now, with WiFi and cellular streaming, available. Please listen to Murphey's "Tying Knots in the Devil's Tail," "The Cowboy Christmas Ball" and "Cowboy Logic." Y'all will really enjoy all these western tunes and I hope y'all will begin to gain an appreciation for an fading art form. Lastly, please listen to Murphey's other hits because they are all great.

[@williampearson9679]

Don’t forget Cosmic Cowboy from the early 70’s. kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2a9cnivr8yYh5I

[@bridgetmccracken1381]

Thank you both for this walk down memory lane!!! I was a teenager when this song hit the airwaves and I loved it then and still do :)

[@green_acres_7240]

Thank you for reacting to this song. Can't express what this song meant to me as a young boy who grew up fairly poor, but was fortunate to have a horse, "Skeeter" for a number of those young years. This song always moved me more than I can express though words. This is the definitive version of this song.

[@violettompkins206]

This song always takes me back to them long summer days of my childhood ✌❤🎶

[@vickielewallen3799]

BEAUTIFUL song, thx for this!

[@Markrealguy51]

You two are a loving couple for the world to see

[@jcc777]

Lived in New Mexico much of my life, Michael Murphy was a native New Mexican.

[@pageribe2399]

Didn't he live, or, at least, hang around, in the Taos area? He might still be there for all know. When I was young I loved the artsy scene there.

[@robertjones6971]

You guys! I've been waiting for this! Totally love love love this song! 🤘🔥🤘🔥🤘🔥 Thank you ! Y'all are the best!❤️

[@bencolquitt7828]

Loved this song back in the day and still sounds great. awesome song and great reaction shawn and mel. thank you...

[@ZebraDazzle66]

This is one of my absolute favorite songs 😍 I listen to it almost every night while falling asleep. Thank you for this!

[@roberttompkins6489]

Not an easy song to do live--but they knocked it out of the park. You need to hear the studio version--it is hypnotizing.

[@teefree7611]

Great reaction to a beautiful song. The love and appreciation the two of you have for music.

[@carollittle1059]

Loved him!

[@angiemaney761]

I still cry every time I hear this song...bout 50 yrs ago I heard it on the radio...I was 7 and knew it was a love story❤

[@SRG1966]

"What am I doin' hangin' round" is another great one by him.

[@timgasper8748]

You guys are just great. I can feel the love you have for good music. And THIS one is GREAT. This was my favorite song in 1974 when I was in Vietnam. They just do NOT make song like this these days. Thank you.

[@nordogvids]

This song moistens my eyes.

[@jerrycoolbaugh4962]

beautiful song and reaction...

[@vegaswillie]

I'm over 60, I've loved this song for 50 years. Never heard this LIVE version. It's nothing short of brilliant. The piano, the guitar, the voice and the dream he had. It doesn't get much better.

[@suzanneprock7286]

This is a beautiful song of the 70's, he always reminded me of Robert Redford, especially in the movie "Horse Whisperer."

[@cdfdesantis699]

One of the most eerily beautiful songs in modern music, & the story is just fantastic.

[@ChuckHackney]

Besides being one of the 70's most beautiful songs, one of the greatest piano intro and closes of all time!!!!! Of all time.

[@dannycasson1551]

Beautiful song

[@danevans7935]

Heard it late, late night, lying in bed in my one-man apartment, my life efforts to date didn't seem to be working out, and I listened and shed tears. I just did again. Thanks for being open to all genres of music.

[@joelliebler5690]

I love the emotion and vocals of this tune!

[@back2black717]

We name cars at my house and our red Camero was christened "Wildfire" after this song. It's a beautiful, sad and kind of spooky song! Thanks for listening to it! Lots of memories!

[@kimmies5320]

You feel every feeling in this Beautiful classic.

[@swoesteban5570]

I can't remember the last time I heard this song. Brings back so many old, dusty memories. I was an impressionable 16 when it came out.