Todd Rundgren - I Saw The Light | REACTION

[@jamelakajamal]

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[@lisamccartney2731]

Please react to Julian Lennon Now Your in Heaven!

[@rodneygriffin7666]

Run Grin.

[@keithhutchins8803]

Liv Tyler’s real dad.

[@keithhutchins8803]

@Ramona Rael exactly and treated her as his own. He’s a good and very smart man.

[@jamesreding6336]

Please listen to star rider 🙏 by Foreigner on there first album

[@keithroberts150]

Todd wrote this song when he was 18 and recorded it at 19 and played all the instruments. Off the charts amazing. Love you Jamal by the way.

[@geniusmchaggis]

HE WAS BORN IN 1948!. YOU ARE WRONG. he was 23-24 yrs old... NOT "when he was 18 and recorded it at 19" as you WRONGLY claim...

[@lisaa8795]

Thanks for pointing that out, that he played all the instruments. Todd Rundgren has had a long and varied successful career, but he is still extremely underrated after all these years.

[@geniusmchaggis]

@@Eudamoniae its not "negativity"... its fact. dont be so silly Sam... you seem like a nice guy. surely you understand simple chronology?

[@geniusmchaggis]

@@lisaa8795 btw...todd explains his process in this album... he precisely elucidates his methods and philosophy on studio recording in this album... its not an "in" thing to know about.. he explains it all in this album.

[@milestrotter6844]

He played all the instruments!? That is ludicrous.

[@scottcrosby-art5490]

It's impossible to overstate how important this dude is to music. As well as a fantastic songwriter and musician, he's one of the greatest producers ever. Take a look at the list of albums and artists he's worked on and with, it's mind blowing..

[@3ZX8Ball]

Spot on!!

[@MarcosElMalo2]

Or to dentists! This song is responsible for more toothaches than any other song.

[@peggymarie8148]

Absolutely!!!

[@debbiewagner1996]

Pure genius!

[@paulsidaway4014]

Musical genius. Pure and simple

[@MrWheeler715]

The Todd Rundgren rabbit hole is deep and varied. Almost every album he released is completely different from the previous one. By design. Also, there was his band Utopia which had a few minor hits in the late 70s and early 80s. Can't go wrong there.

[@Tracer9GTRider8]

Caravan and The Ikon are my faves from Utopia

[@peck404]

International FEEL...that one!! Is MAGIC!!

[@rayfairfax4330]

@@peck404 Saw him do this live wearing a NASA spacesuit during the A Wizard a True Star live tour. 12 costume changes during the show. Opening act was Todd Rundgren's Johnson. Straight up Robert Johnson blues set dressed down, no glitz. Absolutely amazing show.

[@rayfairfax4330]

IMO The deepest and most varied of all the rabbit holes.

[@UnoHoo1]

And that’s only his music. He has done a lot of producing. Really good albums and bands.... but, you probably knew that.😞

[@leftybass5860]

He’s playing every instrument on this track.

[@MissAstorDancer]

Yes, all instruments and all VOCALS, are Todd by himself!

[@fgrady1]

@@MissAstorDancer Almost the entirety of Todd’s “Something/Anything” album has the man playing EVERYTHING! Drums, Guitars, Bass, Keyboards.

[@debmoadd]

@@MissAstorDancer When I got this album in 1973ish, I didn't know that he did eveerythinghimself-then I found out, and I loved it even more! A true genius!

[@hardlines4]

Yep and took him 20 minutes to write the whole song

[@UBZUKki]

This is my favourite Todd Rundgren song... Pure class

[@terryquinn7765]

Oh please, Hello it’s me! ✌️

[@metalmike570]

@@terryquinn7765 For me Can We Still Be Friends is epic!

[@tccharleston8669]

This is the type of music we had in the 70's. This is when I would expect you to say we were spoiled. The golden age of the singer/songwriter. One huge singer/songwriter that was as great as anyone else during that time was Carole King. You could react to every song on the Tapestry album. I Feel the Earth Move, You've Got a Friend, It's Too Late, You Make Me Feel Like a Natural Woman, etc. Pick one! Or Simon and Garfunkel...any song. Bridge Over Troubled Waters, Sound of Silence, The Boxer (my favorite), etc. So much great music then.

[@sammyslam1]

@ted ritola .....brutha you said a mouthful and there are even more genres that broke in the 70's than the ones you mentioned. Just think of all the great music that came from the Caribbean and Africa during the 70's.... The 80's are my favorite because it's the music of my youth, but the 70's was far greater... The musicianship, harmony, depth, orchestration, lead and background vocals, storylines, composition, arrangments, etc.... Very very high levels, even when you factor in the now hated disco music.....just think about the complexity of those huge 64 track arrangements, with real musicians playing off score sheets. The 70's are an unreal decade for music, matched only by the very underrated 20's in American music history...

[@jesmarluk6635]

Don’t forget Joni, Jackson Browne, Dan Fogelberg, etc.

[@petepower4217]

Yo, Tony! I hadn't read your reply yet and I said the exact same thing! Reminded me of Carol King. Cool! We had an embarrassment of riches didn't we!

[@LJW55]

Carol King started out just writing music for everyone else, then a friend said why don't you sing your own songs. She released an album, her first, "Writer" which didn't fair to well and then "Tapestry" and BAM the rest is history...

[@huffpappy]

I grew up in the 60's and 70's with really great music and incredibly talented bans. I am so glad that the Guardians of the Galaxy has exposed so many young people to some of the music I grew up with. The music landscape today is so generic and mostly soulless. Just my thoughts.

[@planktonrecords]

Todd is singing and playing everything, all the vocals and every instrument you hear on this one

[@pamelabryer9744]

This man Todd Rundgren is a musical genius...I listen to this song EVERYDAY....makes me soooo happy🥰

[@dunismith3045]

Oh Jamel you are REALLY speaking my language now!! I hitched 400 miles from college to his 1974 concert in Central Park!

[@thomporter829]

It was 1973

[@samgriffin895]

“Can We Still Be Friend” and “Just One Victory” by Todd are great songs.

[@ronaldboers8061]

And most people think that "Can we still be friends" is a Robert Palmer song. Even though the Todd Rundgren album was released 1 or 2 years earlier.

[@SpuddySpud]

Just One Victory is a banger. There's so many vocal overdubs... With anyone else it would sound ridiculously overcooked, but Rundgren is the master of throwing in everything including the kitchen sink and still sounding classy!

[@garypickin8174]

@@SpuddySpud Always did it for the encore!..at concerts.

[@eeshelton]

I friggin’ love “Just One Victory”!

[@smbake]

"A Dream Goes on Forever"-My favorite of so many incredible songs of his. He truly is an American treasure!

[@juaneato]

This song defined the early 70’s for me. Still does. It’s a beautiful song that impacted a eight-year-old kid like no other song. It still gets to me almost 50 years later.

[@Kim-hc5si]

This song has always reminded me of Carole King. It just sounds like her to me. It’s so good....

[@tcanfield]

Now that you mention it, this totally sounds like a Carole song. Astute observation !

[@kbusby4824]

True. Would love a reaction to Jazzman by Carole King.

[@kimberlygabaldon3260]

I had the exact same thought just now. Similar beat, and his pronunciation of words is similar to hers. Maybe they grew up in the same area.

[@ragjamrock]

Wow,you're so right! I always thought this was Carole King!

[@blossom_n_gin]

Todd was criticized for having that type of sound, which is why he changed the formula to writing and producing. He has mentioned that in past interviews. Not that he didn't like Carol King, but that he wanted to be know for his work, not someone else's. Just a bit of info there.

[@noguru3]

He's also at Daryls House in one episode. Then in another episode Daryl and the band go to Todds house in Hawaii... Must see !!

[@dougbrod5771]

Bingo!

[@dawncelia1]

Agree......must see 👀👀

[@mrsheatherteske]

The hawaii episode was great

[@babylonsister118]

It's a 7 song set that is FIRE!

[@caroljordan6130]

GREAT PLACE !! BEAUTIFUL SCENERY !!! ☀️👍🌴

[@kimberlygabaldon3260]

Everybody says that he sounds like Carole King, and I agree, (especially his enunciation and beat). So... *I Feel The Earth Move* Carole King (live version. I know you like live): kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3-anWOgoNiogKc Album version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGqUZH6kl7Kjfq8 (She donates proceeds from this link to St. Judes. So far she has donated over $4 million. Also, this album *"Tapestry"* had record breaking sales in the 70's. It's a great album). She's a treasure!

[@patrickvecchio8138]

This song,definitely.

[@vickieray]

Oh yessss!! Love the feel of this song ♥️

[@andreawalter9212]

Kimberly-OMG!! You are soo right!! I never "heard" it like that, but...WOW...great catch!!!

[@ggsginc]

It's actually Laura Nyro that is a HUGE influence on TODD.

[@matthewburkart7718]

I hear a little Harrison also

[@matts6272]

I love this song. For some reason, it always reminds me of Carole King's early 1970's work. Speaking of which, if you're interested in her music, try "It's Too Late," "I Feel the Earth Move" and "Jazzman."

[@annienoelle4964]

reminds me of “It’s Too Late”, too!!

[@samueltabo3390]

I thought it was Carole King, I was nine when this song came out

[@peskypesky]

I heard this song a thousand times in the 70s. I never knew it was Rundgren. I thought it was Carole King!!!!

[@greglegakis4177]

"We Gotta Get you a Woman" - Todd Rundgren. It's unique with a little twist at the end. Pleeze!

[@davewilson435]

Great song!

[@ronwalker403]

That’s a classic song. Brings back a ton of memories.

[@TheGB1950]

yes, great one, brings back memories

[@kthor]

Just One Victory is a great song too!

[@kathyhayward2228]

Oh my yes, they have to hear that one !

[@robertsaul234]

At last. Had this on request repeat. He was a one man band on this song.

[@robertsaul234]

@Douglas Johnson 👍✌

[@MissAstorDancer]

@Douglas Johnson According to Wiki: Todd performs all instruments and vocals except for songs on side 4, and the only one that Derringer performed on was "Dust in the Wind". en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Something/Anything%3F#Personnel Wiki for "I Saw the Light": Personnel Todd Rundgren - all instruments and vocals en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Saw_the_Light_(Todd_Rundgren_song)#Personnel

[@Guy_de_Loimbard]

Jamel has definitely seen the light and now he's coming the light for others to see. Keeping great music alive, brother!

[@UnionAlley]

Fun fact.... Todd Rundgren produced the "Bat Out Of Hell" album by Meatloaf, and the motorcycle sound is actually Todd's guitar. Also check out Todd Rundgren on Darryl's House :-)

[@richardb6260]

I believe he also produced Grand Funk Railroad's Shinin' On with the cover of Locomotion.

[@BethHutter]

My favorite Todd Rundgren song. Guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

[@turnerdan53]

Todd's Bang on the Drum and We Got To Get You A Women. Are must plays.

[@blossom_n_gin]

So many people don't know that Todd wrote Bang On The Drum... all these sporting events and know one knows... SO good!

[@lcozzarelli]

Don’t forget ‘Hello It’s Me’!

[@Golddust427]

At a concert, Todd had several big bongos across the stage for Bang on the Drum. I got called up to play one❗️I am sure I was off-beat cause I was having a mild panic attack.

[@blossom_n_gin]

@@Golddust427 OMG... that is so cool! I would have given anything to have been able to do that.. so few people know that Todd wrote that piece - Bang On The Drum.

[@lcozzarelli]

@@Golddust427 cool!

[@carlospopovich]

Todd Rundgren is special. He's always been one of my favorites.Super talented..😊

[@scottprice2776]

Todd plays every instrument and sings all the parts on this irresistible track. A wizard....a true star.

[@billr3724]

This is one of those songs that you love the first time you hear it, and continue to, through the years.

[@dodgymermaid9748]

This song makes my heart smile.

[@shwicaz]

I just saw Todd Rundgren live, as part of the Beatle's 50th anniversary tour of The White Album. He was amazing.

[@robertsaul234]

I saw him as part of Ringo's All-Stars a few years ago.

[@Jonni1027]

I saw that show too in San Diego! So FUN!

[@kakashisback1185]

Lucky I was meant to go but the weather kept me. Last time I saw Todd was his white knight tour. Saw Kasim a couple times tho.

[@samanthab1923]

So lucky 🍀 I got to see Utopia in '81.

[@TheDivayenta]

So Paul and Ringo toured the White Album?

[@hamnhock]

Todd Rungren “I saw the light” - all instruments and vocals,,, amazing!!!

[@juniper728]

Bang the Drum All Day and Can We Still Be Friends? They are the next Todd Rundgren reactions.

[@no2all]

And "A Dream Goes On Forever"

[@juniper728]

@@no2all I forgot about that one because it appears on "The Virgin Suicides" soundtrack and Jamel has done most of the reactions that appeared on that soundtrack.

[@TheBham54]

Todd Rundgren, musical genius. Something/Anything? was/is a gem, from start to finish.

[@pamwatson5905]

Saw Todd in concert in Liverpool 1982. Went with friends and didn't know what to expect but had a great night. Loved this song.

[@827dusty]

A great and uplifting romantic song. A feel good song, as they like to say. Todd is so talented and can play almost any of the instruments.

[@jimmoore8951]

The Philly sound. The first Todd song I ever heard. Little did I know that 50+ years later he’s still a favorite

[@rich56ca]

My favorite Todd Rundgren song. Just a nice breezy melody that just that chugs along with beautiful ear candy.

[@nancygerbutavich1305]

The melody, the voice all just makes me smile thinking of back in the day!✌️🥰

[@tracywinston8645]

This is one of my ALL TIME ROCK SONGS...PUUUUURRRRRRFECTION! The most amazing harmony in this song!

[@andreopala]

the best music of todd, kisses from Brazil!!!!

[@johnfranklin5277]

1972, I was 13, this was the 1st 45 I ever bought! Bought it at the Palm Springs mall. Played the hell out of it. 63 now, I still have it. Still play this record.!

[@ninline2000]

I know that feeling. To look in a girl's eyes and know she loves you and you love her. It's the greatest thing there is in this world.

[@elainewhite4995]

My absolute favourite song ever I have told my family I want this played at my funeral 🙏🏽 to my this has everything a song should have great music and wonderful words love 💕 this thank you my friend keep safe 🙏🏽

[@tell-it-like-it-is8305]

The lyrics are so deep. The vocals are superb. Lovely floating bass and drums rhythm. Light and fluffy piano. Sharp guitar lick. One of the most perfect sonic experience.

[@Giselle62]

The light in her eyes is reflecting the light from your eyes. Love is like that.

[@eddielee1455]

Wow...absolutely no words for this reaction! Priceless!!!

[@go234ko96ts5]

One of my late 85 year old dads favorite songs. Todd, besides singing his own songs has written many others for other artists. A few other songs of his are , Can We Still Be Friends, Be Nice to Me and Hello It's Me. His album in 1973 called A Wizard, a True Star was very different and unique. This song peaked at number 16 on June 10, 1972 and Hello It's Me peaked at number 5 on December 22, 1973.Todd needs to be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

[@Blade247]

Oh man.. this great song brings back memories from my youth... Thank you double J

[@samanthab1923]

It does doesn't it? Brings those teenage feelings back right quick 😀

[@beeseewill2407]

"I saw the light" was always on the radio.I'm very familiar with this one,and "Hello it's me".

[@jonstiner3424]

When I was young, my family took a vacation to Chicago. As we got close to downtown, this song and "You Won't See Me" by The Beatles, was playing on the radio (WLS). To this day, both of these songs make me think of that summer in Chicago.

[@isaacvanwart-i2v]

SOMETHING/ANYTHING is one of top 20 LPs of the 70s-probably will be played and loved 100 years from now. His songwriting is timeless.

[@davidschecter4462]

A brilliant songwriter, performer, and PRODUCER! The production of this song and the others on the album really demonstrated what a one-man band Todd already was. If anyone is deserved of a place in the R&R Hall of Fame, this amazing man is the one. I seldom even listen to his lyrics -- the music is what's so brilliant most of the time.

[@mickianderson4359]

Love, love, love this song!!!

[@bobsbarnworkshop]

That’s just one of the sweetest love songs Todd ever wrote and recorded! FYI He played every instrument and sang all the vocals on that album

[@Peggi109]

You brighten my day with your music reveals. Thanks. I saw Todd in 1975 in Central Park at the Schaeffer music festival. Love this music.

[@lisarainbow9703]

Thanks for doing more Todd! I saw him in concert about 10 years ago--- he had just turned 70, and he was dancing & jumping on stage while playing guitar and singing. Amazing performance, considering his advanced years...

[@briancole8681]

Dude. He's tripping. Fallin Head over Heels in love.

[@TracyfromNC]

You've no idea how thrilled I am you have seen and heard this!!!!!

[@trblemkr1d106]

I can't possibly thank my aunt and uncle enough for the musical education they gave me . They had INCREDIBLE taste in music ....

[@patpolson5755]

Todd did this album back in 1972. Everything you hear on the album is Todd. All the instruments and vocals! He’s still putting albums out.

[@marygoodson4920]

Todd Rundgren is THE BOMB! Amazing songwriter, producer, singer.

[@b.stewart757]

He play every instrument on this album. Super-talented. He was the PRINCE of his time.

[@nohalfstep4435]

I went down the rabbit hole by trying to recall who originally performed Hello It’s Me before the Isley Brothers. One thing led to another. Mind was blown realizing Todd R is responsible for so many gems from my very early memory. Was lucky to catch him live a couple years ago for the first time.

[@kqy5974]

ENORMOUS TALENT !! TODD RUNGREN, very much UNDER-rated! HE is incredible , and as a young teen, I thought he was a woman at first! HIS voice is so smooth, calm, and soothing! A true genius who is so missed !

[@cheryldestras9148]

Best Todd Rundgren song for me cos I just love the lyrics...Great Artist 🥰💯

[@frankpitochelli6786]

This song brings me back to my High school years... Todd was fantastic.!!

[@dougbrod5771]

This song on Live From Daryl’s House is MAGIC!!

[@eileendobbs8574]

Great pick! My favorite Todd Rundgren. Pronounced Rund Gren. We Gotta Get You A Woman is a fun Rundgren song If you're doing his Live at Darryls House performance check out Can We Still Be Friends too

[@stevelucero9047]

Todd Rundgren has always had his own "sound"...and it's always glorious....

[@michaelhatem2520]

Real music and feeling in 70's music. Thats when I grow up. The best time on my life. Keep it real.

[@bprett]

“Love of the Common Man,” “Izzat Love?,” “Does Anybody Love You,” and “A DREAM GOES ON FOREVER” (live performance version with him at the piano!!!). That last one is worth a lyrics read... wistful and melancholic.

[@BenjaminKanarek]

Todd Rundgren, the MOZART of Pop-Rock!

[@progrockman]

Todd Rundgren is one of my favorite artists of all time! Nice breakdown of the message behind the song Jamel. You always do such a great job. It's a joy to watch your videos.

[@helen8755]

Luving all this classic music. Great choice, awesome artist.

[@suzannesmith2452]

One of my all time favorite songs!

[@frankpitochelli6786]

Todd is one of those musicians/songwriters that has written more songs for other artists than he has for himself. Gotta love Todd..!!

[@BigC.]

We gotta get you a woman is my favorite J.

[@1968jimmymack]

TOdd Rundgren "bang on the drum". YOU'll love it.

[@SG-js2qn]

Boy, this played a lot back in the day. Great song! 👍

[@pattyg8464]

“It Wouldn’t Have Made Any Difference”is a little less well known but a great song from Todd.

[@elaineh7993]

Oh my gosh! I haven't thought about that song in a long time or heard it on the radio in years! Wouldn't have made any difference! Would love to see Jamal do that song!!!

[@jimmccarley8280]

Best song ever, makes me tear up.

[@annduncan5529]

Definitely!!!

[@rogerstewart7848]

One of the best music producer's in history. Saw him live in 1984.

[@kevinwilliams563]

Jamal welcome to the magic of the 70s. Other musicians at the time called him baby Todd because he was so young. You are gonna love the version at Darryl’s house. Great videos Jamal. This song always brings back great memories from my youth.

[@gotham61]

Todd performed everything on this song. Every instrument and every vocal line

[@meadowgirlie]

this song is one of my all time absolute favorites of all time!!!!!

[@POZZA691]

just a beautiful song.TR is the man!

[@katiemanning3761]

Always loved this song. So sweet.....

[@EBThisThat]

One of my favorites. You've also introduced me to music I didn't know existed. Thank you for that ! Music unites us !

[@MaddyN999]

Love this ❤️ He is so talented Rundgren Rund-Gren /Gren like Grenadine

[@ksigruts5767]

You wanna Freak Out? Liv Tyler (actress) was born Liv Rundgren. Todd is still today her adoptive/Legal Father, Steven Tyler is her Biological Father. Her Liv Tyler name she took as a stage name. She is the Daughter of Bebe Buell. She was a sometimes model, I think playboy, and professional groupie. She lived with Todd for years, but had a fling with Steven Tyler of AeroSmith, and got pregnant. Todd, raised her as his own and is still very much in her life. Todd and Steven are bud's and it's like she has two dads. Yeah Todd Freak. Thx man!

[@laurakali6522]

“Love Is The Answer” and “Can We Still Be Friends” are two more to check out.

[@morningtrees2090]

Definitely must check out Love Is The Answer

[@sallyphillips9175]

@@morningtrees2090 I prefer England Dan and John Ford Coley's version of Love is the Answer.

[@traveller112]

@@sallyphillips9175 same. I saw Rundgren live in 2018 and he sang this song. I didn’t realize at the time that he wrote it.

[@gregcaz1124]

Todd is the gift that keeps on giving. Check out "The Last Ride," "Just One Victory," "A Dream Goes On Forever," "The Verb 'To Love'," "Can We Still Be Friends," "Real Man," "Cliché," Utopia's "Love Is The Answer"...and that's just the tip of the iceberg!

[@beetlegin]

This is a fabulous pop song ! Thrills me every time I hear it.

[@ohfour-seven6228]

So nice to see you give Todd some love. He is one of my all time favorite artists and this album is so very good. Thanks!!!

[@anthonyblakely399]

Todd Rund (like run) ______gren(like grin :)) ...Excellent legendary artist.

[@derekbowbrick6233]

Bang the drum all day. Fans know. Great choice, and keep up the good work.

[@krisfox3537]

Brilliant song that he saw the light in her eyes first and then he asked her to the light in his. Todd is brilliant.

[@redindenver6666]

Jamal, I want you to know that I love the WAY you react -- I can see that you are really focusing on the music -- not just pretending to enjoy it. You're actually listening and trying to work out what the lyrics are saying, and it's obvious you're into the music as well. THANK you for being GENUINE!

[@megswedeb7234]

Todd quoting from Wiki " is an American multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, and record producer who has performed a diverse range of styles as a solo artist and as a member of the band Utopia. He is known for his sophisticated and often unorthodox music, his occasionally lavish stage shows, and his later experiments with interactive entertainment. He also produced music videos and was an early adopter and promoter of various computer technologies, such as using the Internet as a means of music distribution in the late 1990s.[1". This song is the tip of the iceberg. I saw him live in concert multiple times. He's amazing. He can play pretty much any instrument.

[@yvonnejaime1266]

YES!! This is my favorite song.

[@womanonthinice1276]

Swoowning.... Love this song. I love the 70s!!!! Just a note: He said they had a fling and he didn't suspect a thing. Until he saw the love in her eyes that she had for him.

[@chelebelle2223]

I love this song...the message, the music, the atmosphere...you get what I mean. 😁

[@rayeckert242]

Positively righteous. Todd brings the magic every time.

[@kaixenj7484]

👍Thank you for reacting...throw back to the 70s...magical musical decade.