TUPAC SAMPLED IT!!| FIRST TIME HEARING Bruce Hornsby & The Range - The Way it Is REACTION

[@kerrihennebury7616]

Tupac and about 99% of rappers need to thanks the artists they sampled. Bruce Hornsby is an unmitigated musical genius.

[@schulme123]

@galefromwaterdeep That turned dark...RIP Tupac!

[@schulme123]

He sure is a musical genius! The Range are amazing musicians as well.

[@jayjonasen3325]

They diD,by sampling them 😊

[@williamburgess6294]

Does “sample” mean ripping people’s music off?

[@richardking888]

Music is more than a commodity to be bought and $old or "stolen". Music is art. And art is pricele$$ expression and interpretation. Art is life, a non stop continuum...

[@ramen6959]

Elton John, when asked about Bruce Hornsby, said..." The best pianist I've ever heard" ...what a compliment coming from another all time great 😁👍🏻

[@realmichaud]

Mr Bruce was a genius. His arraignments and songwriting in my opinion blow away any of the classical symphony from 200 years ago.

[@skiddburns8664]

Yeah!

[@vancelubben4527]

Idk, Emerson, Lake, & Palmer goes crazy on the piano

[@vancelubben4527]

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[@andrewkindle1856]

​​@@vancelubben4527 Yes, but of course Keith Emerson wasn't just a piano player, he practically invented most modern synthesizers. And nobody can ever even come close to the genius of arrangement that Keith Emerson summoned when he did "Fanfare for the common man" (If you're not already familiar with it, you MUST check it out. You won't be disappointed. And please let me know if you do, I would be curious to hear what you think of it?) Not to take anything away from Billy Joel, Bruce Hornsby, Elton John, Jackson Browne, etc. I just feel like putting Keith Emerson in there is "apples and oranges". I think it's like trying to put Carl Palmer (of the same group) in the conversation with Neil Peart, Keith Moon, and John Bonham. Arguably the three greatest drummers of all time, but Carl Palmer is such an ARTIST of percussion instruments he simply stands alone. It's like back in the day when we would sit down and talk about the greatest guitar players of all time. Names like Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, Eddie Van Halen, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and I always believed that Jeff Healey belonged in that conversation. But there was always one knucklehead who would dare say the name Jimi Hendrix, while the rest of us realized you can't include Hendrix. He was an island of talent to himself.

[@williamellis1190]

So many people don't pay attention to the most important lyric in the chorus, when Bruce sings "Ah, but don't you believe them." He's saying be the change that others say can never be. Powerful stuff.

[@mcotto4083]

Yes! It's extremely frustrating when listeners/reactioners don't get that the "Ah, but don't you believe them" is the remedy/solution/change for the negative/evil status quo, which seems fixed to those who make the claim that "that's just the way it is."

[@jomariano37]

I agree. That's the main point of the song. Don't just accept situation especially if it is not right/correct.

[@glenm786]

Exactly. Sadly left out of Tupac’s mid 90’s version, when people needed to hear it. The song is a lot more hopeful than it seems. Most don’t see it. That is definitely the most important lyric in the song.

[@KrGsMrNKusinagi0]

some things never change they just flip.. Today the most intolerant people you can imagine fly a certain flag of many colors

[@prowlprime]

Bruce Hornsby is considered one of the greatest pianists, and an incredible musician.

[@Thejazzfan66]

If Tupac gets young people to listen to Bruce Hornsby, then it’s all good!

[@billofalltrades2633]

This is a great song! What a great artist! Mandolin Rain is another good one from this guy!

[@pendershan0513]

Mandolin Rain is my favorite!

[@Wordsmyth8]

Love Mandolin Rain and also Every Little Kiss.

[@SLOPPEWALL]

As well as "Look Out Any Window"

[@billofalltrades2633]

@@Wordsmyth8 I forgot about every little kiss! Yes a great song!

[@martinsv9183]

I like "The Valley Road" also.

[@jamesscully529]

Don Henley's 'End of the Innocence' was cowritten by Hornsby and he plays piano on it, and it is with this same kind of brightness. Hornsby also spent some time after this point playing keyboards for The Grateful Dead. Talented man.

[@daverudbarg]

Essential!!!

[@Phillphine]

I think he was in on the writing of Bonnie Raitt's "I can't make you love me" also.

[@divaofscience]

You definitely need to play End of the Innocence. Loved Bruce Hornsby and the Range.

[@robgrant7683]

@@Phillphine That's incorrect, the song was written by country songwriters Mike Reid and Allen Shamblin. But Hornsby played piano on it which certainly was a major contribution.

[@reesebn38]

They need to do every Don Henley song from the 80s. Dirty Laundry, Boys of Summer, Sunset Grill, New York Minute, Heart of the Matter.

[@rickpetersen1745]

This song put Bruce Hornsby on the map.

[@saraashcroch3551]

Bruce Hornsby..a piano GENIUS....I love Bruce Hornsby. 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@michaeljakob4764]

2024......I was a teenager back in the 80ies....best time to grow up and awesome music back the. This one is a real hymn

[@darrylpage5187]

I want to add to the chorus of people urging you to listen to Hornsby's "Mandolin Rain." Truly a beautiful song and one of my all-time favorites. The way he sings it -- you'd think he has to be recalling something deep from his personal life! This song is so poignant but also strangely soothing at the same time! Go figure!

[@jackie_jrml]

Yesss it’s such a painfully beautiful song.

[@Noelle0026]

I adore Mandolin Rain. It’s a gorgeous song.

[@olliemerritt9279]

Mandolin Rain is beautiful!! Please react to this one.

[@allieren]

Nailed it. Something about the piano riff and percussion in the intro always reminded me of the motion on a big riverboat wheel-kind of a slow, chugging, driving, forward momentum if that makes sense-“boats steaming in, watch the side wheel spin.” That and the mandolin conveying “the sound of the summer storms;” it’s a song in which the musicality subtly reflects the lyrics and it’s just fantastic. To me, Bruce Hornsby’s musicianship is just so elite and well-developed.

[@joemachine4714]

Loved Mandolin rain in college, it always reminds me of Ann Arbor.

[@steveguillermo9652]

"Every Little Kiss" "Mandolin Rain" and "On the Western Skyline" are all on the same album and are all magnificent songs...great job as always!

[@mlg4035]

100% agree, the whole album is great!

[@jonathangeraldrobinson720]

"The Valley Road" from the second album is another great one. Both of those albums are classics. After Bruce went solo without The Range, his sound got a little jazzier. Still a tremendous talent but the songs just weren't as tight as they were on the first two albums.

[@megaBreezy]

Totally agreed, "Mandolin Rain" still brings a heavy set of emotional responses out from me every time I hear it.

[@kathleenmurphy6220]

All the songs listed here are beyond fantastic..!!! He also sang with Clannad on “Something To Believe In”…another amazing song.

[@shirleydurr411]

i have the album. Bought it for his piano playing. Magical!

[@itchyandred4131]

Bruce Hornsby also played piano on Bonnie Raitt's song "I can't make you love me" I got to see her and him back in 1994 it was a great show ✌️

[@teresajarrell452]

that would be a GREAT artist and song for FF, I've suggested it before 😃

[@canonfodder2068]

m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXa6iGN_hKeBe68 and the Rob Squad gives the people what they want!

[@jackie_jrml]

Yesssss what a gorgeous song!!

[@RitaBowen1]

Yes and I was thinking angels in Montgomery too

[@louiseasmith1336]

I saw her in Portland. She's as talented as Dolly.

[@jimc2392]

Quick story. Bruce was playing near our home town. I wrote a letter to his band…(stamp/envelope etc. Early 90’s.) A week before the concert, I got a call from his publicist. We had backstage tickets! We met Bruce after the show on his tour bus. I said how I loved the piano bit. He had a Casio on the bus and proceeded to teach me the intro! I still can’t play it. It wasn’t the teachers fault either!! 5 years later he was in town for a concert, we were able to see him again, after concert on his tour bus! Guy is a gem!

[@thomass5169]

Awesome. Really.

[@duncanhill3953]

Jealous

[@tishtashyates2632]

❤❤❤❤

[@starchild6478]

I'm so jealous!!!😁❤️🎼

[@georgefraser7143]

I've just listened again, how many times did they say Tupak. Pathetic.

[@standupp2885]

And in answer to your question, yes this was big when it came out. It got a lot of airplay both on MTV and the radio.

[@SconnieTradition]

Anything by Bruce Hornsby is amazing. Old Valley Road, Mandolin Rain are musts.

[@KristineT4525]

Yes!

[@gregbuechler9514]

The Road Not Taken is my absolute favorite on this album

[@elizabethfranco1284]

This is a terrific song and Mandolin in the Rain is also very beautiful

[@michaeltaylor8835]

Mandolim Rain

[@surlechapeau]

J & Amber, his "Mandolin Rain" and "Valley Road" are next for you!!

[@teresajarrell452]

VALLEY ROAD!! YES!! 👍😃❣️

[@stevedefrese7663]

Don’t forget “Across the River” as well

[@timhelgeson7453]

Valley Road from Circle 2 with Nitty Gritty Dirt Band!! They ramp it up!!

[@wackmedia]

Oct. 15 1986, our son was born. One of my fav things to do with him was cuddle him to my chest and dance around the living room to this tune (on vinyl, of course!). He went on to learn piano through lessons, and when he was a teenager and Tupac's Changes was out, he would play it on his high school's piano (very, very well) with everyone swarmed around him! He's 37 now, and he can still play this flawlessly ❤

[@moondog2032]

Bruce Hornsby absolutely amazing

[@kmach1000]

Some pianists have an unmistakable style: Elton John, Billy Joel and Bruce Hornsby are three of them. My favorite from Hornsby is Mandolin Rain. Beautiful lyrics, beautiful piano...

[@fifikeyser3812]

Oh my yes! Mandolin Rain !!!

[@monican.a.3234]

💯 Mandolin Wind

[@patrickscutella836]

You left out Tom Waits. He loves beautiful melodies telling him terrible things.

[@jesperry6314]

@@patrickscutella836 Don't forget about Tori Amos' piano style as well!

[@patrickscutella836]

@@jesperry6314 "Time"

[@joebabe302]

This whole album was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!! Every song is just unbelievable!!

[@joelliebler5690]

Bought the song on release and love every bit!👍🏻❤️✌🏻🎹

[@kendrap-LvnHppnss6371]

Yes!! Pac also sampled Mr. Mister "Broken Wings" for his song "Until the End of Time". I agree Mandolin Rain should be the next song from Bruce Hornsby

[@MikeHart72]

PAC “sampled” a lot of songs. I call it stealing. I know he had permission but still call it stealing

[@shirleycollins6241]

@@MikeHart72 Lol it’s not stealing when permission is given along with a fat check. Bruce stated he was also a big fan of Tupac’s. What’s your thoughts on people who do covers of other songs?

[@zerogabz1153]

@@MikeHart72 Stealing with permission huh? Makes sense! Lol!!!

[@VicMikesvideodiary]

@@shirleycollins6241 It's stealing when these artists can't come up with their own complete song Shirley. It's really not hard at all to take a song and change it. A lot harder to come up with something original. And why you laughing at Mike when he quite clearly said " I know he had permission but still call it stealing" ? I realize it's hard for you "fans" to do some actual critical thinking.

[@brad6576]

@@MikeHart72 Rappers and fans are always putting down rock n roll and it's fans, yet they can't come up with there own tunes so they steal sounds and act like they made it better! Rap and hip hop are noise pollution made buy people with NO talent listened to by people with no taste! It is not music!!!!!

[@vincenthewlett4329]

you just cannot beat the sound of a piano when its played like this.........simply great

[@weshawks4162]

That’s one of the greatest songs from that era. Truly a fantastic artist.

[@davidhuggan6315]

And interestingly, Tupac's "Changes" was only 6 years later, so both tracks are arguably from the same era.

[@DJHolte]

I still remember the very first time I heard this song on the radio -- it was very unusual at the time to have a piano-driven pop song, so this didn't sound like anything else that was being given airplay at the time.

[@notpc3070]

Brings me back to the 80's. Good song. Thanks for the reaction.

[@thetisher]

When this song hit and got nominated for a Grammy, he got a call from Elton John. EJ wanted to congratulate him on his unique piano style. He said that it was incredibly unique. They were blown away. The social commentary behind this song is great.

[@rjjcms1]

I was also wondering what they made of the lyrics,and compared to the words Tupac put to the tune in his rapping. The Way It Is became a hit in the UK in late summer 1986. Tupac's take on it Changes was big here at the start of 1999.

[@kristieraynor7182]

One of my all-time favorite songs, from the best pianist in music.

[@rgutsell]

This is a wonderful track and the piano playing is excellent.

[@timothygraver1844]

“Well they passed a law in 64, to give those who ain’t got a little more but it only goes so far, cause the law won’t change another’s mind when all it sees at the hiring time is the line on the color bar”. One of my all time favorite lyrics! So powerful and so much packed beautifully in a few lines ❤️

[@carlgibbons5777]

Makes me wonder why anybody would ever vote Republican. We are still living like this after how many years? Make America Great Again really means take America back 100 years.

[@stevewhite8178]

@@carlgibbons5777 sadly this is even truer today than it was yesterday

[@andrewtrotter9023]

@@carlgibbons5777 Democrats are the party of slavery and Jim Crow laws. A Republican president signed the law outlawing slavery. The first black congressmen were Republicans. Democrat president Lyndon Johnson said after the Voting Rights Act of 1964 “I’ll have those n*ggers voting Democrat for the next 200 years.” You don’t know your history.

[@ffjsb]

@@carlgibbons5777 What an EPIC lie. Under Trump, there was the LOWEST Black and minority unemployment there has been for 50 YEARS. I know for a FACT, that whenever Microsoft has an opening for a promotion, for every 2-3 White guys that apply, there MUST be a minority candidate in the mix, EVEN IF they don't meet the job requirements. You COMPLETELY have ignored EVERY like Democrats and the liberal media have told you. Look at ANY major Democrat city, and you will see an OVERWHELMING number of minorities in government and power, yet the crime rate in those demographics continues to surge. Gee, WHY would that be??? Did you even know that more Black babies are aborted in NYC that are BORN???? That CERTAINLY has NOTHING to do with Republicans. Did you also completely ignore all the racist things Biden has said over his long political career??? BLM was founded on a lie, and the founders have used all those millions for PERSONAL gain, mansions, cars, tour buses... Wake up and stop being "woke".

[@ffjsb]

@@stevewhite8178 No, it's NOT. Republicans and conservatives would LOVE to see Blacks and minorities with good paying jobs and a good education. WHY?? Because they wouldn't turn to crime, they'd be consumers, contribute to a healthy economy, and not be a drain on society and require government subsidies to live on.

[@Shrykespeare]

Knew you'd fall into this rabbit hole eventually. They were one of the best groups of the 80s, and Bruce himself is one of the best pianist's you'll find (right up there with Billy Joel, Elton John, and Tori Amos). "The Way It Is" was his breakout single, hitting #1 in 1986. He followed this up with "Mandolin Rain", "Every Little Kiss" and "The Valley Road" (I hope you do that one next, it has one of the best piano tracks I've EVER heard). I hope you'll be diving into Bruce's discography for months to come! Fun fact - Bruce was a member of The Grateful Dead for two years in the early 70s! He also was briefly part of the band Ambrosia, and was a touring musician for 80s diva Sheena Easton (someone you HAVE TO DO ON FEMALE FRIDAY!) (I recommend you start with "Morning Train".)

[@jco207]

Bruce was in the Grateful Dead in the 90s. Looking forward to Sheena Easton too!

[@Rogn1]

If they get to the Sheena Easton/Kenny Rogers duet We’ve Got Tonight, that will blow their socks off.

[@jco207]

@@Spo-Dee-O-Dee Cool. I didn't know their history together went that far back.

[@TrashWerewolf]

On the Elton John/Bernie Taupin tribute album, Two Rooms, Bruce does a cover of Madman Across The Water that's better than Elton's original! It's EPIC!

[@jco207]

@@Spo-Dee-O-Dee I was lucky, I got to see both Brent, Bruce and Vince back in the day. Never got to see them play Dark Star though.

[@DaddyTre65]

"The Way It Is" truly is one of the great MESSAGE songs in pop music history. Bruce Hornsby poignantly wrote about welfare, economic disparity, racism, plus the Civil Rights Act and the Economic Opportunity Act---both in 1964. And you're right, Amber: Hornsby is a brilliant pianist! Please react to BH&TR's "The Valley Road" and "Mandolin Rain".

[@cornievandermerwe4152]

Valley road has always been my absolute favorite.

[@carlgibbons5777]

Makes me wonder why anybody would ever vote Republican. We are still living like this after how many years? Make America Great Again really means take America back 100 years.

[@DaddyTre65]

@@carlgibbons5777 I believe helping the less fortunate and disenfranchised is not aligned with one political party. I have some relatives who are staunch conservatives and some who are fierce progressives, and all of them give of their time and treasure to worthy causes and people who are in need. It's the call of Hebrews 16:13 > "And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased."

[@ffjsb]

@@carlgibbons5777 Why do people vote Republican?? Well let's see... Under Trump: Economic Impact Zones for low income neighborhoods Largest funding of Historically Black Universities EVER Hispanic Prosperity Initiative Lowest unemployment rate for Blacks and minorities in 50 years First Step Act to aid in rehabilitating felons And what has Biden done??? Not a damn thing other than to cause more young Black men to go to prison, and to have a long history of racist statements. Look it up yourself.

[@potiswad]

@@carlgibbons5777 Can't you hear the message in Bruce's song, he said " but don't you believe it". He is talking about their beliefs and the things they say. Things are changing, maybe not as fast as we want but they are.

[@nightrainfxstb]

The way Bruce plays piano, creating a rythm inside the rythm is stunning ! It makes me think about the way Phil Collins plays drums. Love it ! ❤️❤️❤️

[@TheColdrush22]

So many people miss the line “but don’t you believe them” because he is hopeful. People say “that’s just the way it is“, and he says “but don’t you believe them“ because you can make change.

[@wendywoodruff2871]

Somethings will never change? Love y'all listening to this in front of a picture of the Rat Pack and Hendrix and The Bee Gees. And you got this old lady about to check out some Tupac. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤

[@paulobrien9572]

Rob by how much you love piano I've advocating for this for a while Interesting fact Bruce is Huey Lewis's cousin and helped on many of their songs He wrote the song Jacob's Ladder for the News

[@davidscott9572]

Saw him in concert he played Jacob's ladder told the audience he could play it because he wrote it so he wasn't stealing it

[@meadmaker4525]

Mandolin Rain is another excellent one by Bruce Hornsby & The Range. The whole album is really good, to be honest.

[@thetravenousgamer]

💯

[@trailwarrior9362]

Absolutely 😊

[@RobertLemp]

Bruce truely tickles them ivories...One of a kind!

[@annesilverman469]

It's a win win. Tupac took the brilliant Hornsby into the next generation.For the love of music.

[@jeffreykersey4933]

This song brought thought to social injustice. The words actually made you consider what he was saying. He is a great pianist, but the words were thought provoking. Great song and artist.

[@colleenross8752]

Just like Marvin Gaye did with What's Going On?

[@suilfisean]

This comment! Music is great but I felt y'all really missed the message of the song - most likely also a big factor in why Tupac sampled it

[@viliame1840]

GUYS...Bruce was from the early 80s and well before Tupac. Bruce is a Musical genius and a phenomenal pianist. WORD!! Thank you for the amazing reaction to Bruce's talent

[@helpfulplaylists3933]

They know that. They were just surprised that it was sampled by Tupac.

[@L3x4Pr0ne]

I love the way he plays piano. It’s so bright and punctual. His voice is so clear too. Couple that with his storytelling lyrics and it’s clear why other artists sampled his work.

[@jamesbainton8090]

Bruce piano on this is legendary. The piano near the end is amazing 👏

[@petertimmermans192]

Me as a alltime thrash metal fan think this song is one of the most briljant songs ever written! ❤

[@brianhildreth9099]

Did you listen to the lyrics? I think the fact that Tupac sampled it, people listen for the differences instead of hearing the incredible, moving lyrics.

[@tonyfontinel272]

I agree. I think they missed the point on this one.

[@bethcrumpton476]

@@tonyfontinel272 Exactly!!!

[@kacornish1]

I think they were busy hearing the rap lyrics in their heads.

[@datacipher]

Bruce once said he took a lot of criticism because for some reason people completely miss that he says “don’t you believe them” lol. On a side note this was the first Hornsby song I learned to play on the piano. I was disheartened when Bruce told another fan - that’s the easiest one! lol

[@aaronbarlow4376]

One of the most beautiful piano performances in pop music ever.

[@judithhr]

Love Bruce Hornsby! My brother went to Wm & Mary with his wife. And my daughter was at UNC Asheville with his son. Got to meet him and he was the nicest guy ever. A great Virginia boy through and through. And my goodness that piano…

[@neatdesign]

My brother started at William & Mary the year this song came out, so it always reminds me of him. I think the video of another Bruce Hornsby song was filmed on the W&M campus around that time as well.

[@daleburkett4141]

Valley Road

[@judithhr]

@@neatdesign He did! The name Hornsby is quite plentiful around Williamsburg so he must have lots of family there as well.

[@BlueAdept596]

The more you listen to the music of the older generations, the more you are going to find the artists from your generation sample or cover songs from the previous generations. Can't tell you how many time my girls came home excited about this new song some artist put out in the 90s and early 2000s and I'd pull out my CD of the original artist and play it for them.

[@paulflynn9105]

as long as they love it

[@christopherb501]

Or in this year, outright cover. Much as I like songs like this one, we have GOT to get more original music.

[@garyneilson3075]

One of the finest artists of all time! He is unsurpassed in piano artistry, but also in his poetry / social commentary.... Don't miss it in the distraction of Tupac... Listen to the lyrics someday and really see the song and the people behind it and the times. Don't miss out. It's special.

[@gmamah9559]

Agreed! It needs to be a movement!!!

[@jeffreekoch9298]

Rappers sample music from all genres lol. Lot of them listened to and were exposed to multiple kinds of music growing up. 🎶 I love both of the songs. Bruce Hornsby and Tupac. Also hear Bruce "Mandolin Rain", too with the video.

[@justingoforth8053]

This whole album was fantastic. I saw him in concert, he can rock out on an accordion. 😂

[@mescko]

He does a pretty fair hammered dulcimer too, a sound I've always loved. He plays it in the song The Red Plains.

[@michlkwitz]

And just imagine, this was Bruce's first hit back in the day. His piano style blew everyone's minds back then. He spent some time playing keys on tour for the Grateful Dead after Brent Mydland's death. You should also check out his duet with Stevie Nicks, "Two Kinds Of Love".

[@sooankim9247]

And on Bonnie Raitt's "I can't make you love me"! His piano style is so distinctive, you can pick it out anywhere! #robsquad

[@stevemcneill4177]

Pretty sure he's on keyboards in the Sheena Easton "Sugar Walls" video too.

[@Rhiannon011]

Yes, I love that song "Two kinds of love' with Bruce singing the ballad with her. It is one of my fav songs from Stevie. It is on her album> "The other side of the mirror". I don't think many are familiar with that song, I hope they check it out because it is a beautiful song.

[@dghatt3491]

@@stevemcneill4177 He was? Now I have to go check. I know Prince wrote Sugar Walls.

[@starchild6478]

On top of the beautiful music in this song, is the important lyrics!❤

[@truckrboat]

It was a huge song for Bruce. It hit number 1 on billboard, he won best new artist Grammy that year as well

[@scm021374]

Been waiting for this 1. You also need to do "Mandolin Rain". Amazing.

[@fnjesusfreak]

I thought the same thing when I first heard the song, since I'd heard "Changes" first. Bruce Hornsby also did the iconic piano work on Bonnie Raitt's "I Can't Make You Love Me".

[@lawrencemoore3863]

Love that song and when I found out my Bruce Hornsby played the piano just added to it with my Bonnie rsit

[@angelagoodwin5758]

His piano skills are why I wanted you two to react to this. TBH, I didn't know Tupac sampled it. Learn something new every day!😊

[@helpfulplaylists3933]

Tupac's song changes was a massive hit In the 90s.

[@200357846]

Nothing beats real instruments!! With all of the technical crap put into music today and artificial synth and digital music, it is never the quality of real instruments!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mattlively598]

This song was written in 1985. Hornsby wrote it late one night in his garage, and then later added the sound track. Timeless and beautiful 👏

[@grecofit]

It just shows how beautiful and seamless a gorgeous lyric and composition can transcend from 80s pop to Tupac. I'm so glad 😊

[@rileyandmike]

Transcend to Tupac????

[@carmeloruiz6021]

The bass man did an extraordinary job right there as well.

[@edgardogregorini4777]

The piano arragament in the song is hypnotic

[@Deyonkersny]

One thing is certain tupac had great taste in music..👍👍👍

[@mjabqmanwk]

I could literally listen to Bruce Hornsby play piano 24/7. Glorious!

[@katherinebosse5706]

As everyone is saying…Mandolin Rain is a must and End of the Innocence by Don Henley where he kills it on the piano. He truly does make the piano speak in such a beautiful way….my favourite player for sure! Thanks guys..you’re the best!! ❤️‍🔥

[@neverstopgrowing728]

Also "I Can't Make You Love Me" by Bonnie Raitt. Bruce plays piano on that, hauntingly beautiful.

[@frederickclanahan1]

Don Henley “End of the Innocence”

[@danieldougan269]

Bruce co-wrote that and played piano on it if you didn't already know that.

[@chaz5229]

Oh....I haven't heard this song in ages....such a great tune!!!!! I used to work at a family diner when I was in my late teens. The owners had no kids and I was the youngest waitress...so they kind of "adopted me". They worried over me and made sure I stayed in line as I was kind of a "wild child"....LOL!! The dish washer was a special needs older black man....he had the mentality of a child at times and we all loved him. The owners kind of "adopted" him too...helped keep him off the streets and out of trouble. He used to kill me....he would be in the back at the dish washer with his headphones on singing his heart out....about every other verse to some songs...then mumbling the rest....it was so cute and funny. This song brings back those memories of him because when this song came on the radio....he mumbled most of it....but the part "Get a job" he sang it loud and clear...and when I walked into the room he would run up to me, laughing, and say..."Yeah...people need to GET A JOB!!!".....He was a TRIP!!!! RIP Buddy Roe!! I will never forget all those long weekends working double shifts and having a blast with you!! You were a one of a kind human being...a big heart...who loved to sing.

[@michealberkeley3178]

I thought that am the only one who gets this " over the moon feeling " when I hear and see this man bruce hornsby , playing his piano. Whenever I hear piano music, classical beethoven , debussy, strauss and others; concert or otherwise, i come alive. However bruce hornsby's style of playing, the dexterity of his fingers , his piano-tuned tone, altogether give me this "over the moon " high. Just love it. Thanks bruce .

[@SweetThing]

Not only is Bruce Hornsby such a fantastic, passionate piano player and singer, but he is also a great songwriter as well; he wrote "The Way It Is" and he always has a meaning to his songs. There is a distinct message Bruce is conveying in this song & that shows why it went to #1. He wrote "The End of the Innocence" with Eagles Don Henley, who had a hit with it (with Bruce playing piano). "Mandolin Rain" & "Every Little Kiss" are awesome Bruce Hornsby & the Range songs. I've seen them in concert and they are even better Live. Bruce is the reason I learned to play piano and now a keyboard; he inspired me so much. What a talent he is.

[@TheAcgtrs]

Bruce is a killer player. He’s always had a great band. They famously would often do ‘requests’ sections of their live shows, where the audience could send up requests, and the band would jam out whatever the requests were. Extraordinary musicians.

[@lawrenceschabell5740]

This is a brilliant song and Bruce is an absolutely awesome pianist. Thanks for playing it.

[@ceebee9711]

Bruce Hornsby played piano on Don Henley's "The End of the Innocence". check it out. (Although Henley stuff ends up getting blocked).

[@teresajarrell452]

Great song. Great artist. hate he gets blocked 👍😃❣️

[@kellylaflash1016]

If I remember correctly, he also co-wrote that song.

[@centuryrox]

It's a real shame that Henley/Eagles get blocked, because that is an entire music world unto itself, with a huge load of great songs!

[@ceebee9711]

@@teresajarrell452 Eagles and management are notorious for cease and desist copyright infringement ultimatums. Henley even got pissed off fans were recording Eagles' concerts on their phones.

[@teresajarrell452]

@@ceebee9711 that's a shame, ❤️ EAGLES. THE BEST concert I have ever been to. I think they make plenty of money, considering 3 tickets was over $500. About 20 years ago. Great seats, though. I know artists have to protect their work, but some of them are a little too strict. IMHO 😊

[@scottbaron121]

NOBODY thought they were gonna, "sneak it by you". Like you said...we just wanted you to learn something today.

[@frankobrad9201]

Hornsby is a virtuoso pianist. I believe he is a musical director for a philharmonic orchestra now. No one is better. He plays every instrument. This song is a touchstone. So much more important than just pop music. It is a poem.

[@robertjohnson1602]

A beautiful bitter sweet song that defined the time (1986-1987) and is still relevant. With this, the original version comes that distinctive feeling of melancholy with wisdom in Bruce's voice.

[@waynereeves3829]

The look on Jays face when he starts to realize is priceless

[@KayeWhye]

As much as I love this song, I have to recommend Mandolin Rain as my favorite by Bruce Hornsby.

[@CatskillsGrrl]

Hornsby was a studio musician before he struck out on his own. He knows his way around the keyboard, that’s for sure.

[@aaronbarlow4376]

Guys like me who grew up in the 80s had the opposite reaction to you two, when I heard Tupac changes I was like "That's Bruce!!!"

[@22tango79]

Hundreds of years of piano music but rare to have music that stands out from the rest. This is one of those. Monumental.

[@jimmynemesis5687]

One Word...... Timeless!!!!

[@walterrutherford8321]

Before he sang a single note the piano playing had me smiling. I’d forgotten how effortlessly Bruce Hornsby plays and ad libs riffs by ear.

[@sipzter357]

I LOVE the lyrics in this song that Bruce wrote as mcuh as I LOVE his beautiful, clear and intricate piano playing. He addressed racism with powerful words wrapped in God-like music. Just phenomenal. Thank you both for showing this!

[@Voreifeler]

This song for me is the best song of the 80's! Gives me goosebumps every time i listen to it. Awesome.

[@mandymcinerney2816]

As a Piano player myself. Bruce Hornsby is an excellent player

[@seeyalater2953]

When playing piano or any instrument coming from the heart, it is amazing and awesome.

[@BillGraper]

This is one of his BIG TWO for me. The other one is "Mandolin Rain," which is a bit sad. 😥

[@johnfreel6004]

Gods miss those times!! I was a lead guitar player and 20 years old in 1980. It probably was the most beautiful time in America for music. Music drove that whole decade and businesses were pouring millions of dollars for the homeless here in the USA!! Harry Bellefante even said…. I’ve seen many changes and things in my life! Civil rights movement, Viet Nam, Watergate, but one thing that happened in the 80s that will never happen again! America took care of itself for once and that time came so close to uniting people for great causes!

[@randylochtefeld2806]

Hornsby is playing a Baldwin concert grand. Magnificent instrument in its day.

[@marsfalcon1949]

It hurts my heart that the message of this song was completely missed. Even seemingly good folk cannot be bothered to understand the problems humanity faces, let alone address any of it. The loneliness of wading through life watching people ignore anything that does not directly affect them has worn me out. The despair has turned to numbness, only way to cope. Glad you enjoyed the piano, he is great on it. Good fortune

[@terencehunt2379]

It's been a good while since I first checked their reaction to this song, so I have to completely agree with you on that statement, even though I've really liked their reactions on other songs and movies, the ones that I like.

[@clarencesmelcer4327]

Truth

[@itchy2415]

The lyrics were skipped over completely. I get you and I agree.

[@barrymacaukiner963]

Was this a tupac reaction?

[@clarencesmelcer4327]

@@barrymacaukiner963 no

[@TheBlack-my5yf]

This was a hit when it was released. Listen again to the lyrics and the piano playing. A true gem.

[@andyrunton]

Love it! You guys gotta do “Mandolin Rain” it’ll always be my favorite.

[@1978pq]

This song is great but wait until you hear Mandolin Rain. That's even better in my opinion. Be well everyone.

[@JoAnnaDale]

Yes, Mandolin Rain!

[@alexjadams1970]

Because this one reminded you of your klancestors 😂😂😂😂😂

[@1978pq]

@@alexjadams1970 What?

[@mattblatchley2061]

you guys...when it hits you...just a PRICELESS reaction...thank you!!!

[@Snakes-w1c]

Thank you so much for giving the people the air.

[@PerthTowne]

Bruce Hornsby. Lots of great albums. Lots of great music. And yes, an amazing musician.

[@jaywinslett6475]

I remember telling you guys months ago to react to this, Bruce had those keys smoking 🔥

[@dmwalker24]

Hornsby's compositions are absolutely beautiful, and his touch when playing is goddamn mind-blowing. It's like he knows all 88 keys on a first name basis. From what I understand the two songs have the same sort of message just seen from both sides. From this side Hornsby saying 'don't believe things can't change', and Tupac talking about finding a way to make changes happen.

[@ammaleslie509]

He knows all 88 keys on a first name basis! Fantastic compliment for Hornsby (and true!)

[@tuckerjones5899]

The opening bass line is straight up FUNK!

[@aimehetharie251]

Yess! I always play air guitar

[@TheClonemenot]

"Some things will never change, ahh, but don't you believe it"