TRUTH HURTS!! | Papa Was A Rolling Stone - The Temptations (Reaction)

[@JMBOYTV]

I've seen all your comments lol, I am now aware that he said "alone" and not "a loan" 😂

[@Mimi-sf5sq]

That's what I heard. A LOAN. Either one isn't good on a mother with children.

[@markadolph8715]

I've always wondered which it was. Both work, and both are very sad

[@magnificentfailure2390]

Honestly, when my Papa died, my Mom still had six kids living at home and the house was heavily mortgaged, so I never heard just "alone". I think it's a double entendre.

[@sereneamani1713]

@@magnificentfailure2390 That's reasonable. A "double entendre" for YOU.

[@sereneamani1713]

I guess it can be whatever it means to the listener, BUT, it was written and meant as "alone".

[@davidschecter5247]

One of the reasons a lot of us older people aren't crazy about rap is because this was "Black Music" back in our day. Such incredible writing, performances, and production, and an incredible story to boot. Soul music in the sixties and seventies has never been topped since, as far as I'm concerned. Of course, I can probably say that about "white music," too. So much creativity back in the day. So many brilliant Temptations songs: Just My Imagination is so beautiful and sad. Give it a try. Ball of Confusion by the same writer/producer that did Papa Was a Rolling Stone is incredible. And also Psychedelic Shack. You will LOVE the singing and arrangements on these and other songs.

[@sueprator9314]

So agree The creativity of th 60s/70s was off the charts - often because artists were making fusion of styles of music with often a message -

[@lilpoohbear653]

yes sir!

[@Hibbs4Prez]

Soul, Rock and Country all were best in the 1970s.

[@CitiZENCAT-ie5dt]

'Ball Of Confusion' remains a stunning work still relevant today.

[@FrankLee-qd3hy]

I'm white and all my white friends LOVED and LOVE the Temptations. It may be "black music" but the Temptations transcended color and at any Temptations/Four Tops concert you see just as many white faces as you do faces of color. Can't top the Tempts and can't tempt the Tops!

[@terrybarton1604]

One of the all time masterpieces!!!!!

[@AliasMark69]

The long version is seldom heard, but a real experience and musical masterpiece.

[@realitybytez]

yeah, i love this longer version. so much better than the radio cut.

[@sueprator9314]

That is what I just said more or less!!

[@ericanderson8886]

Love that extra funk in the long version, good stuff.

[@AliasMark69]

The "Funk Bros" had their act together. damn good.@@ericanderson8886

[@RogerGoodgroves]

This was the first record I ever bought with my own money and it's the first time I have ever heard the long version. Still think it's one of the best and just got better

[@AliasMark69]

This song hit everyone in the head with it's reality back then. It's one of the most iconic songs ever produced at MOTOWN. Each member took a lead vocal and history was made. Thank You for doing this epic one of a kind song.

[@richardcranium5048]

Not to mention Cloud Nine. The Temptations weren't afraid to touch anything

[@ronaldstokes4841]

...and Thanx for not using the edited version.

[@gary17509]

It's reality now.

[@Music-Is-Real-Love]

Amen

[@ChuckDrennen]

Real people playing real instruments. God I miss that.

[@sandsoftime1954]

I have been told by those in the know, that musicians are obsolete, they cost too much money. We can't be concerned with things like, moving a band and all their equipment around from place to place, paying for meals and lodging, that stuff cuts into our profit margins beside we got AI to do all that and more, for cheaper. That is how the record industry thinks and why music sounds like shit.

[@patticampana9458]

I wish they'd bring this kind of music. You know, real talent.

[@kimn9802]

Hands down one of the greatest songs ever recorded.

[@unclephil7650]

Thank you for doing the long version because most reactors don't. You have done my two favorite r&b songs in the entire universe back-to-back and I thank you.

[@AliasMark69]

They are my two favs too, Why I suggested them.... JM is just the Best

[@unclephil7650]

@@AliasMark69 thank you for suggesting them. It made my morning.

[@AliasMark69]

Check out the Playlist names. I'm thrilled to say JM has done 72 new artist from my suggestions since Jan 14th... over 200 songs.@@unclephil7650

[@Music-Is-Real-Love]

💯

[@pamelajones-meadows7627]

Straight Up Masterpiece ❤

[@johnhickman2033]

A masterpiece...

[@robertserrato3596]

What a musical masterpiece.

[@vickihirsch8340]

One of the most recognized base lines in music history

[@seangelarden9543]

Whoever produced that album was amazing

[@arnoldcox9128]

I love how the older songs let the music play

[@AliasMark69]

The HIGH vocals are the Fabulous Eddie Kendricks... You MUST HEAR..... "Just My Imagination" from him on lead the entire song. Like something from Heaven.

[@Tony-xm7qi]

Excuse me! Eddie was not on this record. That's the voice of Damon Harris

[@MikeAdams-dc9ib]

I got this long verison also the long remix verison which is even more alsome crazy about this song ..i also love get ready with the voice of eddie kendricks alsome song.. god bless the late temps!!! .

[@AliasMark69]

"The Funk Brothers" were a group of Detroit-based session musicians who performed the backing to most Motown recordings from 1959 until the company moved to Los Angeles in 1972. Its members are considered among the most successful groups of studio musicians in music history. Among their hits are "My Girl", "I Heard It Through the Grapevine", "Baby Love", " I Was Made to Love Her", "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone", "The Tears of a Clown", "Ain't No Mountain High Enough", and "Heat Wave". Some combination of the members played on each of Motown's 100-plus U.S. R&B number one singles and 50-plus U.S. Pop number ones released from 1961 to 1972.

[@raymondreid4987]

Respect and props for the Funk Brothers this group of top-tier musicians had so many hits, and everyone wanted them on their record.

[@TheDivayenta]

Paul McCartney always says that James Jamerson of the Funk Bros was his main bass inspiration.

[@randyfergus8781]

The Funk Brothers actually played on more #1 hits than Elvis Presley, the Beach Boys, and the Beatles COMBINED.

[@AliasMark69]

I have no doubts about that. @@randyfergus8781

[@ZacCostilla]

Jameson is my GOAT bass player, and I will die on that hill. Without his influence and the foundation he laid down, nobody else after him does what they do.

[@michaelwilliams-vu2nf]

You need to react to them singing BALL OF CONFUSION TO

[@amandawade6148]

It was a smash hit back in the day!!! I had the 45 of that song. They couldn’t play the long version on the radio. Loved the Temptations but this was their MASTERPIECE

[@billbryant9995]

That's one of the greatest intros ever. Really great composition, showcases one of the best bands ever. As for intros, you might also listen to "Backstabbers" by the O'Jays.

[@TheDivayenta]

Watch them do it live at Daryl’s House!

[@lilpoohbear653]

YES!!!

[@micheller6804]

Walk on By, Issac Hayes. 🔥

[@AP-gb3eh]

We only got to hear this version at night on the F.M. Radio . If you didn’t own the album of course. Masterpiece ☮️

[@zubee1]

Me too!! I listened on AM radio at the time. FM was still full of orchestral music. I loved the radio!!

[@becksullivan4796]

You can listen to anything under the Motown label and you will be blown away. So so so good.

[@clifton8929]

The Temptations and the Motown Sound is the defining sound of R&B and soul music. The distinctive musical style-all tambourines, driving bass lines, and gospel-influenced vocal harmonies, the best songwriters in the business and reality. The Temptations and The Four Tops are American Icons - and musical Giants. I can't imagine a world without Mowtown Music. Now, lay that hat down!

[@sereneamani1713]

I would say ONE of the defining sounds. In my life-long opinion, it was Ray Charles, Sam Cooke, James Brown, Etta James, Aretha, etc., preceded by people like Ruth Brown, Little Esther Phillips, Willie Mae "Big Mama" Thornton, and lesser-known artists (not lesser-known to me). I love MOTOWN, don't get me wrong, but there would have still been R&B & soul music.

[@becksullivan4796]

This song reminds of my grandmother: 10 kids, a husband gone most of the time. He was not always a good man. All of the boys joined the army as quickly as they could to send money home to their mother. By the grace of God those kids turned out well. My grandfather outlived grandma by many years. What I really remember about her was how quiet she was. The truth was sadder than I will ever know. That whole family is gone now. This 68 year old white woman recognizes this story is one that can be true across all races, nationalities snd ages. Fathers: care for the children you bring into this world or this will be your story

[@jaidee9570]

I doubt I could be any further away from "a rolling stone", but my wife used the courts to keep me away from our son. I divorced her, because even though I avoided the four times she tried to knife me, and I slept in the spare room with a chair blocking the handle, I realized she only had to get lucky once, I had to be alert every minute I was at home. She decided if I wanted to see our son it could only be by living with her, in her mind it was all or nothing. The court believed her lies because being a soldier meant was a violent man, so they made sure it was nothing. I last saw him on his 2nd birthday, he didn't want to know me when I contacted him on his 18th birthday, I guess 16 years was enough to convince him I was the bad guy. Too many men are deprived of the opportunity to care for their children. Whilst there are still irresponsible father's out there, nobody ever wrote a song about vindictive mother's.

[@susanmartin313]

@@jaidee9570 women aren't always good either, so sorry for your situation

[@Music-Is-Real-Love]

Amen.

[@Lakeshore14]

Nothing will ever again top the music or entertainment of the 60s and 70s. We were blessed to be able to listen to this 24/7. So much greatness. The singers, the musicians, the songs, the pure artistry. Thanks for reacting to the Tempts. 👏👏🥰

[@patrickvecchio8138]

In the midst of me being into hard rock at the time,this song came along and just blew me away.I was only 15 at the time. Iconic tune.

[@melodiewallace9806]

My Dad played guitar with The Temptations ...A residency in Vegas. I had a conga line of half siblings, step mothers. He never shared his. lifestyle with us. I inherited a guitar pick, a song, and a matchbook from Mexico

[@johnlillis1161]

GREATEST INTRO EVER HANDS DOWN AND A GREAT SONG

[@mewzishun]

Never heard this long version on the radio. Awesome!

[@tonycocchiola7192]

This is the only version I ever heard on the radio.

[@doloreskrisky7710]

Great song, great reaction!💕

[@garym54]

At 69 years old there are some songs that have left their mark on me - I’d Love To Change The World, Comfortably Numb, Stairway To Heaven, Layla, Machine Gun (live Band of Gypsies) and this one to name a few. Thanks for the reaction

[@AliasMark69]

I'm 69 too.... We know all the best music from the past 60+ years.

[@suecook1326]

@@AliasMark69 69 here also but only for a few more days! Ugh!!

[@susanmartin313]

67 yrs.....we had the best music, black and white even with all the racial sadness going on at the time, it's all still saddening

[@sereneamani1713]

@@AliasMark69 A good place to be. I'm 73 in a few months.

[@AliasMark69]

At this point in life I just hope to see tomorrow, but feeling great so I have HIGH hopes@@sereneamani1713

[@AliasMark69]

Tower Of Power and The Temptations added back to back is seriously too cool. You are certainly the Best Reactor I know of.

[@danielstewart7163]

One of the most iconic bass lines in music history.

[@htbald1]

Every now and again a song is done with the most perfect production from start to finish, THIS IS ONE OF THOSE SONGS!

[@florencemiller7826]

Younger generation has really missed out all the great music back in the 60s and 70s I grew up with all this from Young child to adult and I've loved every bit of it no one makes music like this anymore

[@westridgerunner]

Anyone raised with an absentee Father knows every word of this song, I fell in love with motown because of this song and trust me; finding a radio station that played motown in the hills of West Virginia? That was a long row to hoe back in the day 😃

[@ericstaton6896]

JMBOY TV! Not a loan and in debt! But "And when he died, all he left us was alone" as in by themselves! Alot of people make this mistake, even myself until I read the lyrics! Great reaction by the way as well!!!

[@mysticakhenaton1701]

the LATE GREAT Norman Whitfield. from 1968 to the time, he left Motown in 1975. he was that company's TOP Music Producer and Composer...the basic tracks. bass, keyboards, drums, and guitar. was done by Motown's house band/The Funk Brothers. those horns and strings were done by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra.

[@sueprator9314]

Hard to believe you hadn't heard this. Not sure if this is the "long version" but it is awesome. Yep this is it. Music back in the day had longer intros. We spent more time "trippin" on the sounds, not analyzing genre, etc. iT WAS THE PSYCHEDELIC 60S/70S that influenced all styles of music. THIS SONG IS A MASTERPIECE.

[@Tony-xm7qi]

You got to be out of your mind if you think it could get longer!

[@AliasMark69]

MOTOWN is added to your awesome Playlist with this group and song... A true Classic Soul Legendary piece of music history.#72

[@timothysteele1963]

This is Motown in the late 60s and early 70s. I don't care which genre you listen to in this time period, they all were excellent. From Country to Jazz, it was all excellent, a very creative period. I was a fan of all of it. Now, go listen to Curtis Mayfield

[@sueprator9314]

So true! Some younger reactors ask "What is the genre"? LOL...they asked that one time about Bob Dylan. "Ya had to be there, kid"...lol

[@TheCornishCockney]

Damn but I miss those days. ☹

[@timothysteele1963]

@@sueprator9314 You know the funny think about my generation when it comes to the music, we always thought the music last forever........."ROCK & ROLL WILL NEVER DIE!, Well it died sometimes in 1990s.

[@PeoplePlacesRocknRoll]

Oh yes!

[@AliasMark69]

BTW... All Papa left them was "Alone"

[@reallymysterious4520]

The beginning is as iconic as the Doors Riders on the Storm - even better actually

[@nancysmith38]

Thanks for listening to the long version!

[@mariaportengen2959]

One of the best soul, funk songs. Goosebumps all over, listening to this fantastic number. 🎶🎶🎶👍

[@Blue-qr7qe]

Of course, the airtime this song was given on the radio was the standard 3 minutes (must make room for the non-stop commercials), so we all knew the chorus, but all that beautiful musical magic fell by the wayside and went unheard. Thanks so much for this exposure - Peace

[@sereneamani1713]

We heard it all on KDIA & KSOL Oakland/SF Bay Area. Long and short versions, entire albums, (eg. James Brown Live at the Apollo, Motor Town Revues. And can't forget Ray Charles live at Alonzo Herndon Stadium, etc.)

[@dianesorensen2549]

One of the all-time best musical creations ❤️‼️☀️

[@cdfdesantis699]

"... alone...", hon, not "a loan". DEFINITELY my fave Temps song, & one of my all-time faves, period. It's a pure R&B/soul masterpiece. Thanks for your reaction.

[@sueprator9314]

lol I still always thought it was "alone" but last few yrs started thinking it was a "loan" Lol

[@cdfdesantis699]

@@sueprator9314 Chronic lyricosis, LOL! Like in the CCR song, "Bad Moon Risin' - 'There's a BATHROOM on the right' "! Thanks for your reply!

[@sereneamani1713]

DEFINITELY "alone".

[@ungenerationed9022]

The arrangement and engineering are impeccable. The performance top notch.

[@josephclarke4244]

This is now and was when it came out a masterpiece... couldn't have said it anybetter !!!

[@AliasMark69]

Us drummers really respect the High-Hat.... never stopped or changed... awesome.

[@sourisvoleur4854]

A song for the ages. The instrumentation and structure are sublime, and the Temptations' vocals perfectly tell the story.

[@looneygardener]

My papa was a rolling stone. 6 kids, 3 mamas, across 🇨🇦. No support, died last year, no $. Lolol

[@reallymysterious4520]

When you listen to the beginning you can tell how this genre and this song in particular eventually gave birth to Disco

[@gpxo11]

Temptations has a deep deep hole to explore-my favorite which is relevant for today are the songs Power and Ball Of Confusion.

[@AliasMark69]

"Papa Was A Rolling Stone" It was the third of September That day I'll always remember, yes I will 'Cause that was the day that my daddy died I never got a chance to see him Never heard nothin' but bad things about him Momma I'm depending on you to tell me the truth Momma just hung her head and said, son Papa was a rolling stone Wherever he laid his hat was his home And when he died, all he left us was alone Papa was a rolling stone (my son, yeah) Wherever he laid his hat was his home And when he died, all he left us was alone Hey Momma! Is it true what they say that Papa never worked a day in his life And Momma, some bad talk goin' round town sayin' that Papa had three outside children And another wife, and that ain't right Heard some talk Papa doing some storefront preachin' Talking about saving souls and all the time leechin' Dealing in dirt, and stealing in the name of the Lord Momma just hung her head and said Papa was a rolling stone (my son) Wherever he laid his hat was his home And when he died, all he left us was alone Hey Papa was a rolling stone (dad gumma it) Where ever he laid his hat was his home And when he died, all he left us was alone Hey Momma I heard Papa called himself a jack-of-all-trades Tell me is that what sent Papa to an early grave Folks say Papa would beg, borrow, steal To pay his bills Hey Momma Folks say Papa never was much on thinking Spent most of his time chasing women and drinking Momma I'm depending on you to tell me the truth Momma looked up with a tear in her eye and said, son Papa was a rolling stone (well, well, well, well) Wherever he laid his hat was his home And when he died, all he left us was alone (lone, lone, lone, alone) Papa was a rolling stone Wherever he laid his hat was his home And when he died, all he left us was alone Wherever he laid his hat was his home And when he died, all he left us was alone My daddy was Papa was a rolling stone (yes he was, yeah) Wherever he laid his hat was his home)

[@dabassmann]

Honestly I had totally forgotten about this iconic song. A true masterpiece!!! And I'm so glad you chose to play the long version as it was really cropped when radio stations played it. Excellent review by you @JMBoyTV.

[@AliasMark69]

Tower of Power-The Temptations back to back... TOO COOL.

[@harryb4933]

For me this is perfect music (jazz funk?) of modern times! I was 15 and an AFN Frankfurt & Wolfman Jack fan. Thanks for this video. Harry B from Berlin/Germany! 😎😎😎😎💯

[@Alan_CFA]

“… all he left us was alone…” but “a loan” also works!

[@827dusty]

This is a great song. Nothing more to say. Love your channel

[@AliasMark69]

Hey JM..... This one will get some attention from many who love this incredible piece of music..."OUTSTANDING"-"AMAZING"... Yep

[@Debcatawba]

In the 1970’s I got to see The Temptations on a rotating stage shared with The Four Tops. Round and round the stage would slowly spin as each group took turns performing. OMG, how great music was back then does anyone else remember The Front Row Theater?

[@bloppysloppy4057]

The Temps are the best singing/dancing group of all time bar none. There were a lot of great ones but the Temptations are in a league of their own.

[@johnnyd5285]

Up to this point Motown only wanted to do songs about love and happiness. This was one of the first gritty songs about life. And it was one of the Temptations biggest hits! Love it!

[@dellafenton2417]

Heard this song as a child. One line has always stuck in my head since then - when he died all he left me was alone.

[@kevinkhoy7171]

It was the 3rd of September! "Forget About it!" 1 of the Greatest song's ever Recorded! Gospel, Rock, Soul, You name it! This song has it all! Great Entro! 🎼🎶

[@jeanearle2350]

Such a shame you didnt watch their live version, its not to be missed. One of the best bands that ever were... if you get a chance to watch them live, be sure to take it. You wont regret it!

[@goldenagenut]

The production on this song is unreal. There are several recorded versions, never heard an instrumental version THIS long, wow, and it's all great.

[@AliasMark69]

The Guitar work/technique is exceptionally done. AWESOME sounds from a very skilled player.

[@loisrogers9042]

I had never heard the long intro, but it was terrific!❤

[@juliecrane9647]

My middle daughter was born on the 3rd of September. For 32 years I've sung the 1st line to her but change the last words to ... Because that was the day my sweet baby was born. Thanks for playing the song with no interruptions. Your reviews are pearls. I love this song !!!

[@AliasMark69]

First time hearing this iconic classic when it was released... Cruising Pacific Coast Highway in O.C. in a 55 Ford Panel truck with 3 friends. Pioneer stereo 300 watts. 6- 3 way speakers. We all were in a trace listening to this story.

[@lh7254]

One of my all-time favorite songs. Gives me chills.

[@dianedarby442]

Loved that one since the day it was released - I dare anyone to sit through that without moving! Impossible! lol

[@AliasMark69]

Glad you liked it, knew you would. Everybody did/does.

[@phillipharrison7283]

Like listening to it for the first time again, EVERY TIME. Easily the most earworm song of the day and never get tired of it. Imagining the ten times a day on the radio it was played, albeit the radio cut which only goes about 6minutes. Then I bought the single and still have it, though The Greatest Hits album is a brilliant playlist. Thanks for your reaction JM. May I suggest 'Ball Of Confusion' next. Cheers ✌

[@danwagner1702]

It isn't "all he left us was a loan" it's "all he left us was alone". If you haven't already done so, check out Ball of Confusion.

[@KarenMcGehee]

This song meant a lot to me as a teenager when it first came out, as it described MY Dad, except I never heard about another wife, until he and Mom were divorced. Dad was married 8 tiimes, divorced 7 times. He was a lot of fun!

[@ungenerationed9022]

Is it r&b? Is it funk? Is it soul? Yes. An absolute classic! Great reaction! Well done young man.

[@dianefiske-foy4717]

Great reaction!!! One of my favorite Temptations songs 👩🏻‍🏫👏🏻🥰‼️ My mother died on the 3rd of September too. In 1980. Very sad 😢 day for me. Though she did leave us five kids alone with our abusive father for four years when I was young back in the 1960s. Long story there.

[@rayharley597]

I was so, so lucky that this version was the one I heard first time I heard this song. You just don;t hear these kind if intros anymore. You could truly sway and float away to this... then the story comes along to bring you back to reality. Magical! kerk

[@bethellen1962]

A masterpiece that was crying out to the country, “This is what happens when dreams are deferred.” 🙏😊🙏

[@Dar55ify]

Doesn't matter dudes--good music is good music--1972 I think it was!! It tells a story as many others songs did back then---you learn the lyrics very quickly!!

[@doloreskrisky7710]

Thank you! What a great song to end the day with! I haven't heard this song in ages. Forgot how great the Temptations were. So many fond memories. Glad you are bringing their music into your life. Enjoy! 💕

[@KiaGrace1]

‘My Girl’ by the Temptations.

[@BoxerRick]

The kind of stuff that made Motown great. I love the streetness and realness of it. The background music. Everything. What a jam!

[@jessicaleblanc-nh1yl]

Thank you for sharing this little masterpiece. You stated it perfectly to how fantastic this one sounds. Magic.

[@bobwallace9814]

This song was on the radio every ten minutes in that era. The era of Superflys and their cars. The era of me and friends playing shuffleboard in the Marvin Gardens bar on John R in Detroit. Superflys and their whores were the main guests there.

[@AliasMark69]

I built the Fender Rhodes Electric Piano used on the iconic song... I smile each time I hear one I built between 1971-1977.... so many of them on so many great tunes.

[@AliasMark69]

You are going from 10,000 to 11,000 subs faster then ever before... TOO COOL, I just smile again.

[@trudywolfe2795]

I think when they sang "and when he died, all he left us was alone". meaning he just left them with nothing...I don't think they meant he left them with a loan.

[@rodolfoerdogan4983]

And poor Mama is left to hold the family together. Not to mention answering all the hard questions from the kids. It's a real story.

[@robertlazenby9686]

I’ve loved this song for a long time. “ And when he died, all he left us was alone.(not a loan)”

[@PeoplePlacesRocknRoll]

"Mama looked up at 10 eyes and said..." Brilliant!!!

[@nadineamedee9668]

This song was big and when your head is feeling another way 😅, OMG you wished it never stopped, the way it was ❤❤❤

[@paulsmallriver6066]

This song is perfect and it is one of my top dozen favorites over all these years.

[@raymondreid4987]

The band back then was tight and just amazing. So much talent at motown back in the day. You dont hear this type of music. You actually want great music just do what The Temptations did. You get the best players.

[@patticampana9458]

Great reaction! How have you never heard of the Temptations? Every song they ever sang was a hit! You're adorable ✌️

[@richardcranium5048]

So many great songs by the Temptations

[@michaelfried3123]

I was able to see The Temptations live about 15 years ago, they were great. Sadly, only one original band member remained by that point, but still so glad I got to see such a classic band in our small hometown theater.

[@mikehigbee4754]

In my opinion the temps were the best group from Motown. Almost every song the performed is timeless.