Van Morrison - Into The Mystic | REACTION

[@TheBlack-my5yf]

I clicked "Like" before I hit "Play" for this one.

[@spudsoup72]

Same!

[@susanmacdonald4288]

Me, too!

[@alanna1977]

Same here!

[@thegoattree2509]

Me too I know before watch it, Jemel is going to be in for a treat

[@Peace_Dog]

I started doing that months ago for all Jamel's videos;)

[@dwightwaldvogel6148]

I consider this to be one of the most beautiful songs ever written

[@markhardwicke5345]

Can't believe he hasn't done Don McLean's Vincent yet. Maybe the saddest and most beautiful song ever written.

[@JM-rl1hf]

Agree to both.

[@hazelvee9793]

Such a beautiful song. I agree it’s up there

[@EricHenning]

💯

[@jeffdorsey6537]

You can put Jackson browne’s jamaica say you will is also a great song

[@timtawney9999]

No Irish artist has ever bridged the sound of the American soul sound and the great Irish poets that came before as well as the incomparable..Van Morrison.

[@mariel.6654]

Took the words right out of my heart and soul. 🙏

[@sittinginthebasement]

So true! Great comment.

[@Fellipe1917]

Thats trueeeeeee

[@barbarasteed3966]

Tim you've hit it dead nuts..

[@beckygrant2258]

We have several musicians in our family. We chose this song to play at my uncle’s memorial when he passed…a truly beautiful man, loved by everyone. We wanted to believe his spirit had flown into the mystic.

[@JCsHorrorShow]

I'm a 47 year old man, who spent time in the US Navy, traveled all over the world, and spends every summer at the beach. When I die, I told my wife to just chuck my ashes into the water, as this song plays in the background. The ocean has always been my friend, my favorite place for real solace and relaxation. Why not spend eternity there? Great reaction. God bless, brother!

[@johnforbis5037]

Jamel, As an 80 year old guy and having so many of these songs as the sound track of my life, I get so happy seeing a young'un like you get SO turned on by these beautiful works of art, they are eternal. Peace

[@the54thfloor47]

Love the crow/raven?

[@robertlewis1875]

Just as with the classical composers of long ago, great music may go out of style with each trendy whim of the Top 40 devotees, but good music is good music forever. It's the fortunate young person that learns this, for they will have a lifetime of magical discoveries. There is _so much_ out there. I'm 69 and I'm still finding surprises. In fact, I even like Counatry/Western. But it's a shame that I'm allergic to it.

[@drewj128]

@@robertlewis1875 i really felt this comment 😂👍

[@elsaestrada-morales8604]

Right.. he’s great, in his input.. Makes me happy!!😊😍

[@garylester8621]

75 year old guy here, I feel the same. we grew up with the best music

[@nancyray9651]

Van Morrison touches the very core of your soul. I love this piece and “And It Stoned Me”. He deserves to be known for more than Brown Eyed Girl.

[@chrissynovful]

These Are the Days is another good one

[@neonpark1874]

Kingdom Hall needs to be heard.

[@corkydukeII5898]

If you were moved by that, wait'll ya hear this Richard Ashcroft 'Check the Meaning' kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmqsnX6rgbWBiNU

[@mickianderson4359]

Amen!

[@nancyray9651]

Corky Duke love this song. Will definitely check this artist out. Thank you.

[@azizaibrahim1155]

I have loved VanMorrisonfor 4 decades. Brings tears to my eyes it’s so beautiful ! I’m an 83 year old white woman, retired teacher . Van Morrison has eased my soul so many times. ! Thanks so much for playing it and loving it ! Love from Vancouver Island !! ❤️🇨🇦 . Other lovely sounds are Tupelo Honey, Crazy love, Brown eyed Girl and so many more ! ❤️

[@Snoops510]

In my 70s here, and same. I listen to Van every day. Once on a trip from NY to MA I turned the radio to Van's songs, and songs played the entire trip....he has written so many songs, he is underestimated in that sense.

[@michaelmontalvo5757]

"If you don't have goosebumps from his voice, you need to check to see if you have a reflection in the mirror..." Love it!

[@rdubya7931]

Or tears streaming down your cheeks

[@mitchellmarcus4843]

This song is my wife and I song. We have just celebrated our 34th anniversary. I can truly say that I love her even more today than I did 37 years ago.

[@jackstraw8145]

Nice!

[@mitchellmarcus4843]

@Kitten Katt Yes I truly am. Don't get me wrong we have had lots of ups and downs. But I am so thankful we were there together. Through it all.

[@keithward5411]

My wedding song. My late wife wanted something else, but I showed her this song. She absolutely loved it. Every time I hear it, I think of my beautiful Dani

[@graemecreegan6749]

Sorry for your loss x

[@williamzoom9200]

So sorry for the loss of your beloved wife.

[@Waywardson2219]

Here's to your Dani, my friend. Now and forevermore.

[@timothybrown6936]

This was my wedding song too, first dance. I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@keithward5411]

@@timothybrown6936 thank you. She’s been gone over 9 years already. Not a day goes by without me missing her. Our kids were 3 and 5 when she passed. Our oldest is going to be 15 tomorrow. Days like that really hit.

[@ellanjeranek173]

Not to mention that Van wrote it, is playing sax, guitar, and arranging. He was and is one of the very best.

[@frandanco6289]

There are 2 horns playing a duet, are you sure he is playing one of them ? Which one?

[@ellanjeranek173]

Why yes, Fran, you are correct. Van is not playing either sax on this track. However he is an excellent sax player.

[@ellanjeranek173]

If you need to know Fran, Jack Schroer played alto, and Collin Tilton on tenor.

[@Elvis68spec]

Much agreed!

[@jeffreyedwards609]

@@ellanjeranek173 Excellent sax player?

[@Jackie7665]

Into the Mystic!!! Bless you for playing this beautiful song! An Irish song writer like Mr. Morrison will rock you into the next stratosphere! "I want to rock your gypsy soul just like in the days of old" is the best line of a song I have ever heard.

[@Bekka_Noyb]

prefer the line: and magnificently we will float into the mystic

[@roisinpatriciagaffney4087]

Irish = lyrical ability. ☘

[@michaeladrian2210]

@@roisinpatriciagaffney4087 Conas ta´ tu´ Roisin Great Irish music Van Rita Connolly And more from the pipes to the fenders (telecastors)

[@BillyVicenti]

I had to come back in 2023 and let Jamal know I appreciate his love for music and showing that is everlasting.

[@mrnobody9104]

the Irish Soul Brother Van could tell a story and take us on a journey.

[@Jackie7665]

The Irish are great writers and storytellers.

[@Jackie7665]

@Kitten Katt lol I loved it!

[@djangodunn5968]

That Ol Belfast Cowboy

[@Nimno74]

One of the best songs ever, Van Morrison or otherwise.

[@tighe2424]

My Wedding song definitely a top 10 of all time

[@GoldenLight22]

Agree

[@garyking6519]

Cannot argue with that

[@gypsyrobin]

After 40+ years I find out my younger sister was a Van the Man fan as much as I was and come to find out that Into The Mystic is our favorite. As if one can have one favorite Van Morrison song that is.

[@ghpjerry]

This is my all time fav song, my dearly departed Mother was called home 1/2/23 by our Father God. My sisters wanted song suggestions for the Memorial slide show, I recommended this & Stay Gold by Stevie Wonder. As soon as I got to the Service, my niece ran up to me, she & her husband had put the show together & she was so excited "You have to see the Slide Show, we used your song, it just fit so perfectly, everyone thought so when we put it together." My sister was next to say the same thing to me. It was beautiful. May you RIP Mother...until we meet again, you'll forever be missed and loved. God Bless!

[@gkiferonhs]

Van Morrison's voice IS his instrument. He's almost like a scat singer in that the words are almost secondary.

[@michaelrowell7798]

I think the instrumentation works around his voice in practically all his songs, blows me away how just listening to him can take you immediately to a better place

[@allanjones1680]

Well said

[@Gardeninggirl1107]

Exactly. Have you ever heard him go off on tangents, scatting all the way to wherever he wants to take it? Live concerts in the 70's he'd just take off running with it.

[@nathaneley6486]

So true, he treats his voice the way Coltrane or Miles treated their instruments. The vibration of air is a beautiful thing

[@slehman1021]

Next Van Morrison for you: “And It Stoned Me” and “Tupelo Honey” but all his songs are really amazing

[@Gardeninggirl1107]

"And it stoned me to my soul, stoned me just like jelly roll" - my mom and I would sing that whole verse all the time - the best!

[@alansmith7626]

perfect next tune!

[@517oceanfront]

Van is the man,redwood tree,mystic eyes, try those on for size,and gloria.

[@TR-yi8up]

Second Tupelo Honey...also add Wonderful Remark off Philosophers Stone

[@hydrosuperstar2553]

Yes Tupelo Honey

[@biff9999]

This song has always put me on the verge of tears - not because of nostalgia for a lost love, but because of our human condition in general.

[@robertgreenwald2811]

Same here! I'm having trouble right now, trying to see the keyboard thru the tears!

[@petermortimer6303]

@@robertgreenwald2811I don't know why but so many of his songs do that to me.

[@steveballas3347]

It always brings me to tears...awesome song

[@jhume111]

Love this song brings good memories of a family member, loss to all the family ❤😢

[@crafts73]

Van Morrison: Phenomenal musician! His parents were professional musicians and he can write, arrange, compose, produce songs. He does vocals, lyrics, and plays at least 5 instruments. He brilliant, intelligent, talented and a phenomenal unforgettable musician from the mid-sixties till now!! Enjoy the rabbit hole! 1. "Here Comes the Night" 2. "Baby Please Don't Go" 3. "Domino" 4. "Give Me A Kiss" 5. "Blue Money" 6. "Call Me Up in Dream Land" 7. "Moondance" 8. "Crazy Love" 9. "Into the Mystic" 10. "Come A Running" 11. "Glad Tidings" 12. "G.L.O.R.I.A" 13. "Wild Night" 14. "Tupelo Honey" 15. "When That Evening Sun Goes Down 16. "Bright Side of the Road" 17. "Have I Told You Lately" 18. "Brown Eyed Girl" 19. "It Stoned Me" 20. "Caravan"

[@perrymalcolm3802]

Great playlist!! 21. Kingdom Hall

[@andreabradley5837]

Astral Weeks entire album, St. Dominic's Preview, entire album, that's just gettin started!

[@crafts73]

@@andreabradley5837 please list each and every song you're referring to. I listed my favorites not his 55 years of recordings. Geesh!

[@ByrneCo2485]

You Nailed It Diana!!

[@barbarajohnson1442]

YES!!! And have you heard a much later album: Born to Sing : No Plan B I love" Goin to Monte Carlo" beautiful jazz

[@gwenierobinson]

“I want to rock your gypsy soul.” That line and the way he sings it so intensely - possibly one of the best lyrics EVER. ♥️

[@joececchini8597]

Absolutely!

[@joececchini8597]

Wish i could rock someone's Gypsy Soul

[@nikisawyers7559]

Yep. I just cry

[@Korbflasche]

Could drop the “possibly”. You are on the right track. “...one of the best lyrics ever”. Amen.

[@AASIDJAALO]

I couldnt agree more!

[@deborahodiorne3718]

This song is considered one of the best songs ever produced by Rolling Stone Magazine. I must say, I agree ❤. Released in 1970. Van Morrison is truly one of the greatest!

[@Martha_thl]

Not only goose bumps, but tears, and a warming of the heart. Beauty exists.

[@forestbathing4443]

goosebumps all over...thanks Jamal at least I know IM NOT DEAD ❤️ cuz I was beginning to wonder bout that 😊

[@Stasiaflonase]

Yes indeed

[@lbow09]

Yes! So powerful!

[@billkirby8048]

Also, TB sheets and Caledonia soul

[@O_Towne_Bear]

Van (the Man) Morrison is the warm blanket your soul needs, even when you didn't know it.

[@tonybruce4411]

Can't argue with that comment 👍

[@DanFan2042]

Perfect....I wish I had thought to express it that way.

[@chadmicheal4253]

That entire album is a masterpiece. One of the best albums of all time. This song, And It Stoned Me, Moondance, Crazy Love, Brand New Day, the list goes on. A nearly perfect album.

[@waynejohanson1083]

What about Caravan and Glad Tidings,

[@cherylmassaro2063]

Have you heard Van Morrison’s version of “Bring It On Home”? He does it “live” and his back up singers are incredible. The one black girl Dana Masters as well as the other girl help make this version great!

[@eoinMB3949]

Astral weeks edges it for me but this is also a classic

[@ashleetines33]

My dad Introduced me to Van Morrison. This is an amazing album!

[@valenstyle9090]

Someone like You!!

[@MichaelPhillipsatGreyOwlStudio]

Almost painfully beautiful, "Into the Mystic" is one of his absolute best. A stunning vocal performance. You really can't go wrong with anything on the album Moondance though.

[@s1d299]

The only thing wrong with this song is the ending. It is way too early!

[@keefterry2155]

This song got me through some tough times. When my Dad died suddenly, and days when Mom’s Alzheimer’s was at its worst, Van Morrison is Amazing!

[@Kimberrann]

Keef Terry music is my therapy during hard times too. I probably could have written your exact comment, as it applies to me too.

[@brucec5950]

✌🏼

[@johncurran6031]

Van Morrison is one of the great singers and poets of my lifetime. Van and I are the same age and I have listened to his music for decades. He brings Irish mysticism, blues, and longing together in a magical song. Thanks for playing and reacting.

[@jeffreyflynn5746]

This song was played at my dads funeral. Touches the soul.

[@michaelloveland1330]

I am one giant goosebump, seeing you enjoy this so much. Now, "Caravan" from 'The Last Waltz'.

[@Woofgeed]

Michael Loveland yes yes yes I concur. Caravan from the Last Waltz. My Favorite Concert Movie featuring the Band, and their Many Friends, Van Morrison being one of them!!!!!

[@sandyshoenberger2697]

Yes. Such a different look at him. So fun

[@AyyEss796]

Great reaction bro. I felt like I was watching my own reaction. I'm a 50 year old Hispanic male. Grew up in South Los Angeles. Throughout my life, music was prominent. We heard all types of music growing up - Mexicano/spanish music, oldies, rock & roll, disco, old school, funk, hip hop, r&b. I recently came across this song, and man I have to say that this might be one of the most perfect songs I've ever heard. After many many years of lifes turmoil, songs like this make you feel at peace. A beautiful masterpiece... Much respect to Mr. Morrison. You have a new fan.

[@gummyberryjoos1693]

One of the best songs ever. Van Morrison is a genius. Songwriting talent like his comes around rarely.

[@brucec5950]

A treasure ✌🏼

[@realgabiakagilabear5112]

One of my all time favorite songs. How can someone not get goosebumps listening to this, dead or alive? Still gives me goose bumps. I'm still alive but pushing it. Lol

[@sheri_bear]

I'm glad its not just me, all versions of this song makes tears fall. So beautiful and deep.

[@mikefannon6994]

Yes! So nice to see Jamal's reactions to Van-the-man's Irish soul music. I've listened to Van's music since G-L-O-R-I-A back in 1966 (?). Never fails to send shivers up my spine. He's still around (I think), so maybe there's more to come.

[@davidmoss2548]

Van "The Man" insane...everything that he does is incredible. He's Irish, that's the lilt that you hear. He plays piano, guitar, harmonica and saxophone. He still records and tours to this day. I believe that he is 83....The man is an Irish poet with the desire to be an artist. I believe that he achieved his goal.

[@DanFan2042]

If you ever get the chance visit Ireland. It's so beautiful and you'll have an even deeper appreciation for his music 🍀

[@Dina-nm1nx]

He is an absolutely a stellar artist, musician, poet, and singer---- AND--- an exceptionally... soulful man... AND--- this song is... beyond sublime

[@charsibaba6960]

Literature is deep in Irish culture and Van is one of the great modern poets.

[@terrenceorourke6833]

You are listening to the king of Irish soul music.

[@auckalukaum]

A lot of jazz influence too. Some of his songs could have been sung by Bobby Darin.

[@markmaloney3140]

Here here.

[@5yearsout]

Agreed, in my mind there's only a few people that have walked the earth that can sing like Van Morrison.

[@purplefairee]

It's a shut up, close your eyes and listen kind of song. Not many of those these days. One of the best! Van could move the soul of a person in a deeply personal way. Often to the point that you aren't sure what is even really happening. Tears are rolling and love is flowing and that's all you know.

[@fRo0tLo0p]

My brother, I cannot tell you how absolutely thrilled I am to share this moment with you. I was one of the people that begged you to listen to this song. The joy on your face hearing the song for the first time is the same joy I feel every time I have ever heard it. God bless you and stay safe and healthy!

[@iamperplexed4695]

Have you ever heard Glen Hansard play this live? Look it up if you haven't.

[@OffRampTourist]

Me, too. Isn't it a joy to share something so very fine!

[@Gman72400]

Amen Brother! AMEN!!! Van Morrison’s music, especially this one is a spiritual moment!!

[@fRo0tLo0p]

@@iamperplexed4695 It was okay. I think Glenn's voice lacks the passion of Van Morrison.

[@iamperplexed4695]

@@fRo0tLo0p I cant disagree because I don t know which you watched but I will say that lacking passion is not a critique that I have ever heard of Glen :)

[@rtl4x4]

His song "CARAVAN" is a must, along with "And It Stoned Me"

[@berdnikov]

Please do Caravan from The Last Waltz!

[@ms.r9000]

My Daddy introduced me to Van Morrison, James Taylor, Jim Croce, etc as a young child in the early 1970's and this song was my favorite. I lost him last year and this song brings back those wonderful moments listening to music with him curled up on bean bags. I feel him still with me when I hear it. Just a gorgeous song with incredible lyrics. Keep 'em coming!

[@wendywallace4614]

Thanks Jamel! LOVE LOVE LOVE ❤️!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! One of my late husband’s most favorite songs! I spread his ashes in the ocean off the cost of Florida at St. Augustine . . . Into the mystic.

[@sassypants7581]

Daddy asked us to play this at his funeral.. And we did. ❤

[@wendywallace4614]

SassyPants Beautiful ❤️ I played Brooks and Dunn’s Believe at hubby’s service, he was listening to it when he died. It was meant to be.

[@sassypants7581]

@@wendywallace4614 - Very nice ☺

[@bettyb1313]

My friend knew she was dying at 17 years old. She told me when i hear this song it's her. When i see a butterfly it's her coming to say hi. A few months later she passed away at barley 18 years old... 37 years later i still think of her and tell my daughter that butterfly is Heather coming to say hi;-)

[@DanFan2042]

Thank you for sharing such a bittersweet story. I can tell you loved her.

[@maryannturton9830]

That is so beautiful,and I believe it! Love never dies!💞

[@julieschloss7185]

That is one of the most beautiful things I've ever read ❤️

[@user-vs6hx9ib2o]

Brought tears to my eyes. What a beautiful way to remember someone!

[@eamononeill5748]

Your friend was a beautiful soul. So amazing of her to help you through life by telling you about this song and the butterfly.

[@marthalowe1556]

Listen to it over and over and over and over....

[@Woofgeed]

Van Morrison is one of my absolute favorite artists. Song Suggestions: Sweet Thing, Have I Told You Lately, ( His original version he wrote, not Rod Stewart’s), And it Stoned Me, Crazy Love, Bright Side of The Road, Whenever God Shines His Light, Real Real Gone, Caravan, Tupelo Honey, Domino, and Queen of the Slipstream. That should give you something to listen to. He’s one of the best things to come out of Ireland ever!!!! Please do more......

[@redzwestisbest]

He'll appreciate Crazy Love

[@bibakroll8999]

"I Cover the Waterfront" with John Lee Hooker is another favourite of mine.

[@kona883]

Sweet thing is magnificent but the entire album Astral Weeks is pure genius! I had to buy two vinyl copies because I played over and over! Had it on reel to reel,cassette,CD and of course streaming! And all of his first 10 albums!

[@spudsoup72]

I've heard this song a thousand times but you caught me off guard today. Thank you for letting me hear it for the first time again.

[@paulgreenhalgh1647]

A lot of his reactions do that to me> I'm a big RUSH fan and his reactions to those videos bring me way back. I'm a 54 yr old Canadian country boy. Cheers, stay safe!

[@spudsoup72]

I know it's not gonna happen but one day i'm waiting on the Hip

[@jenniferleto5698]

My favorite song ever. No matter what kind of day I've had or what I'm going through, listening to this song just sets my soul straight again somehow. It was a joy to watch you experience it for the first time.

[@rogerdaly6326]

With the inclusion of this song Jamel , just sit back for a few minutes and think about all the incredible music that you have been introduced to since starting this channel ! Your library of music has exploded to include so many artist you may never have heard before but i know you will listen to from this day forward. Bro just keep on doing what you do cause it brings so many such joy. Thanks to you & all the best to you & your family.

[@Unclesmokey314]

a song that can wet a mans eyes...... try having memories to this. Hits ya in the feels every time. One of my mothers faves....

[@danpatterson6937]

A glass of bourbon with this one and yes, eyes do get wet.

[@abc456f]

My favorite Van song. And it's tough picking just one.

[@anthonycholly1569]

The song is a masterpiece...musically, lyrically, all of it. Just a masterpiece.

[@Catbirdmom2]

The memories in this song... “I want to rock your gypsy soul”. Oh, man... Thank you!

[@Nimno74]

You and me both, sister.

[@trishameenaghan8982]

I'm 68 years old now but when I first heard MADAM GEORGE by Van Morrison 50 years ago something extraordinary happened! I knew right then and there that I had soul. INTO THE MYSTIC is the one and only piece of music that I want played when I die. Floating away now...... X.

[@summera45]

Trish I know exactly what you are saying. I was 18 when a friend gave me Astral Weeks when it first came out. Never forgot how it changed my life and my start of a long love of all the different and wonderful music through the decades.

[@stelladonaconfredobutler9459]

mmmm madame george and Belfast xooxoxoxoo

[@twocosmic2982]

My first taste was st. Dominic's preview, I was hooked 1972

[@trishameenaghan8982]

@@summera45 Hi Lil. 😊🇨🇮🇺🇸

[@qbones7]

@@trishameenaghan8982 Madam George still blows my mind, and I am 76!

[@TrailMixInMySocks]

This song is steaming with enlightenment. As a 17 year old, I don’t get to see many people taking in this gift-to-humanity of a song. All the kids at school listen to whatever’s new, being able to connect with music such as this allows you to reflect upon yourself. This song in particular has helped me find myself through the universal hardships that come with life and existence. It brings me to tears whenever I listen to it. I’m grateful that I grew up with music like this playing in the background, I never knew how much it would mean to me as I grow up. I truly love to see other people feeling what I feel when I hear this song, thank you for showing us. And thank you Van Morrison for your wonderful gift to mankind.

[@waynepercifield1280]

Van is the greatest singer, writer, composer, producer of the rock era. So under appreciated.

[@waynejohanson1083]

Most underrated ever. We Wayne's know what we are talking about.

[@carlacriscuolo1732]

Every time I listen to this song, it puts me into an almost trance-like state. My muscles relax, my eyes close, my mind lets go of all its worries. No other song in existence can do that to me.

[@corkydukeII5898]

Try this song...you might think differently Richard Ashcroft 'Check the Meaning' kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmqsnX6rgbWBiNU

[@BeachinItLife]

Absolutely my favorite song. In 2007 my grandmother passed away shortly after I moved to Japan and I wasn't able to make it home for her funeral. The cemetery was my first stop on my first trip back to Baltimore. As I turned the car on to leave after paying my respects to her "Into the Mystic" was playing on the radio. It was as though she was saying she heard and was with me. I lived with my grandmother for a number of years and probably drove her crazy playing this song over and over again. I feel every emotion when I listen to Van Morrison sing it.

[@Sam-hf8nq]

My wife cries every time she hears this as it reminds her of one of her dearest friends who passed away. They listened to the song countless times together back in the '70s and Van Morrison's voice just cuts right through to one's heart and soul.

[@Nhoj31neirbo47]

Van is one of my all time favorite artists. Incredible lyrics and instrumentation.

[@tresa_m]

This is my "chill out" song for many, many years. Whenever I'm stressed or just overwhelmed and I need to settle or recharge, I put this on, close my eyes, and just fall into the music... It's like meditation.

[@itsmissyvonne]

I don't know, but there's something old and glorious in the souls of Irish and Scottish singers and Irish and Scottish songwriters. The old Scottish hymns of the Protestant Church always make me cry too.

[@Gdsm9]

This is one of the best songs ever written. I'm so glad you chose this one.

[@robincoykendall6274]

This is my absolute most favorite song. If I were stranded on a deserted island and can only have one song to listen to it would be this one. Where I would happily dance on the beach to it the rest of my life.

[@VogonPoet67]

Every song on the Moondance album is a masterpiece.

[@waynejohanson1083]

That Side one is probably the best side one I have ever heard on any album.

[@marthalowe1556]

every. single. song.

[@lisaannbarriner9633]

This has to be my favorite song of Van’s. I feel like my soul ascends to the heights of heaven when it plays. ‘Nuff said.

[@rosiefisher9904]

Lisa Ann, I was in the ICU on my death bed with earbuds and Into the Mystic played... I swear it brought me back from that bright light 🔥

[@jccook5353]

This was on the Moondance album. One of the greatest albums. At about the age of 13 I was fortunate to buy this on the Columbia House 12 albums for $1 record club. That was about 1970. This album, the Who Who's Next, and the James Gang started my rock and roll journey. 50 Years later the great music is still alive.

[@blackprix]

I was 21 in 1970 and join the Columbia record club and damned if I didn’t buy his album… And I continue to buy just one of the greatest singer songwriters ever

[@anthonysims3116]

Do you still owe them money? I'm pretty sure I still do

[@FirstGaCav]

@@anthonysims3116 I still owe them. I don't answer my phone if I don't know who's calling...LOL

[@sazonsongs]

I still owe them money. 🤷🏽

[@DoctorD3]

Van the Man ! By the way; was your James Gang album "Live at Carnegie Hall"?

[@peterbenecz8410]

"And It Stoned me" is another one with the same kind of feeling.

[@Dolfan5413]

This is in my top 10 favorite songs of all time. It's beautiful

[@loushelton1596]

This was my husband and my song. He loved the ocean and going fishing. 33 years married listening to this song. I played this at his funeral. It’s been 6 years , and I still can’t hear this song without crying. Taken on so much more significance since his passing. Love you Bill.

[@rosiefisher9904]

Lou Shelton, Bless🙌❣

[@ronaldknisley9792]

Thank you for sharing Beautiful RIH Bill May our Lord and savior Jesus Christ richly bless you and all of yours always amen.

[@dreadzepplin1278]

I’m not crying, your crying. Every damn time

[@DanFan2042]

Same for me....

[@heathercollins4432]

Same...one of the most well-crafted and beautiful songs ever written....

[@nikisawyers7559]

Yep.

[@cptbeeeeee]

Came to comments section to say this. Truth

[@dakotaslim]

Shit, me too.

[@galaxieman24]

My favorite Van Morrison song! I want this played at my funeral when I sail off into the mystic.

[@kathycuster1714]

It's on my list too!

[@robertgreenwald2811]

My absolute favorite Van Morrison song and one of my favorite songs,of all time! I get teary eyed, every single time I hear it! God bless Van Morrison!

[@leighfoulkes7297]

Ever song on his album "Moondance" as moving and magical as this song. I'd say the same for his album "Astral Weeks" (one of my top three albums of all time) but it isn't as an easy album for people to get into.

[@jakecoker794]

Leigh Foulkes it is a work of art

[@stefanblue660]

My two favourites too,nearly every song a masterpiece plus the song Have I told you lately.

[@cjm3013]

Agreed. I need to go back and give Astral Weeks another listen and another chance.

[@gaillouise8310]

Irish singers are on another level..close to heaven!!!

[@vickieray]

This was the “feels” in 1970 & I miss it so much ♥️💙💜♥️

[@melellington4892]

This song is about death, not about a sailor. "We were born before the wind, also before the sun…let your soul and spirits fly into the mystic". The fog horn is a metaphor for a signal that it is time to go back into the mystic, i.e. death, and that I don't have to fear it, as I fold back into the mystic. I've been listening to "Into the Mystic" off and on for literally 50 years! Van Morrison has other great songs on that Moodance album but this one always brings tears to my eyes as I lament the day that fog horn whistle blows calling me home.

[@brucec5950]

🙏🏼

[@92kingsly]

The song could be interpreted both ways, but you're right. "When that foghorn blows, I will be comin' home" -- that's religion right there

[@Ramphastos333]

Thank you for writing this. It brings me peace.

[@leotahutsell6318]

I just imagined a sailor navigating the Mystic river and coming into Boston Harbor. Returning to his love.

[@davidreed9916]

Beautiful!

[@dianegoldeneye7207]

Once you hear this mans voice, it’s instantly recognizable. You never forget. Absolutely beautiful and Moondance has been my favorite too. Thanks for doing Van The Man. ✌️ out.

[@Gardeninggirl1107]

Morrison is a singing story-teller, my mom played this song almost every day.

[@maryscottoconnor1203]

I still do! ❤️

[@Gardeninggirl1107]

@@maryscottoconnor1203 "Moondance" sits in the front of my one stack of vinyl rotation that I listen to to at least weekly. I'm a sucker for anything from "Van the Man" :)

[@Nightcloudmama]

Lol, my kids used to joke about every day listening our "daily Van" They are grown adults now but still love Van.

[@fresnomikey1]

My Mom as well

[@deloresdunbar1464]

I could listen to this song all day. Makes me long for a lost love who rocked my gypsy soul.

[@AscendingMinds10WomenClub]

This is my song for my father who sailed half way around the world in it. He lived to write about his adventures...and has recently passed. RIP Dad! #SailOnSailOnSailor #IntoTheMystic ❤️🌟🌊 Thank you for this Jamel...today is his birthday.....

[@ronnie237]

It’s one of those “chills” songs. Man, have loved this song for years.

[@vincesavoy4657]

"Astral Weeks" perfectly summarizes Van Morrison's poetic and musical genius. Guaranteed to take you to a higher level of consciousness !

[@ChuckWasHere]

Beside You is next level songwriting.

[@andreabradley5837]

As I sail into the slipstream...

[@AyeCarumba221]

Jamal; never heard of you, but I love watching your facial reactions to this magnificent song. Your expression when you hear the "foghorn" blow for the first time is priceless. You seem truly surprised. Also, "if you dont like this song, go check in the mirror because there might not be a reflection. You might be dead...". Love it! OK, I'm subscribing.

[@AyeCarumba221]

I’m back here two years later watching your reactions. Still love it Jamal. See you again in 2026.

[@ericcroxton7032]

I've been saying for years that he is one of the finest lyricist in music.

[@annkotrous695]

My all time favorite Van Morrison sing “Someone Like You” ...beautiful!!

[@salspataro9389]

The Perfect marriage of Singer, Words and Music and an outstanding Band...

[@teriblaumer3742]

Thankyou for playing Van the man, he's one of my absolute favorites.

[@noneprovided689]

At the height of his popularity, Van Morrison was an ornery, temperamental, unpredictable bastard...but _damn_ he could write and sing with flow like few others.

[@lauriejones8082]

True - he pissed a lot of people off in his hey-day, playing short concerts and such. But man...can he sing a tune!

[@noneprovided689]

Seriously...and playing entire shows with his back to the audience?! That takes some serious stones-if someone in the crowd ever got it into his/her head to throw something at him, he’d never see it coming. Not a risk _I’d_ be willing to take just to prove some fickle little point, but I sure can understand the principle.

[@oracleoftruth]

@@noneprovided689 he had crippling stage fright!

[@patriciamorgan6545]

Miles Davis used to play with his back to the audience, too. Didn't know that about Van Morrison.

[@tommypetraglia4688]

He still is an onery fuck, with his Anti pandemic lockdown protest songs. Look, I loved the man's music withevery single women I ever loved, it was the soundtrack to my teen youth and adulthood, sang cried and loved to his songs, ignoring his orneriness, but after the lastest shit I politely say Fk Him

[@theresabreeding947]

I love Van Morrison I'm a grandmother of eight and all of my grandbabies know Van Morrison we dance to the song all the time all the old school songs that I grew up listening to and loving as well as my grandkids thank God back in the day when you could honestly feel that music check out Buffalo Springfield For What It's Worth the song was wrote during the Vietnam error but still holds true today enjoy listening to your show

[@gavinschwier8242]

This was my first dance with my wife at our wedding. 9yrs later it fits even better and I still get goosebumps every time

[@kodymcbanks1]

My wife and I danced to Moon Dance.

[@tqsbuffalo]

ours too. we are not alone!

[@AdaireSalome]

Van Morrison brought me here, Jamel AKA Jamal's eyes brightening and heart being touched deeply by this song keeps me coming back time and time again for more!

[@djdollase]

One of if not THE greatest of all time!

[@tryingndoing]

Truth!

[@cjhooversd]

"Can already tell when song's gonna be deep" says it *all*. Before he even opens his mouth, you already know. This one is just timeless.

[@nancyray9651]

Mr Jamel aka Jamal, you will never go wrong with a Van Morrison song. I have a different meaning for this song for me. I believe it is about the journey of life, sailing into the unknown at the beginning of your journey. When the fog horn inevitably blows, don’t be afraid, but know that the journey is over and you are going back to your eternal home. It is one of the songs I want played at my funeral.

[@simonbrownbridge9919]

Beautiful interpretation of one of my favourite songs. Thanks Nancy!

[@kurtborchers6178]

"Tupelo Honey" and "Someone Like You" would be the next two by Van that you've gotta react to. they're Van at his best.

[@DanFan2042]

Agree 100%! Both songs make me cry...they're both so beautiful.

[@jackstraw8145]

Tupelo honey gives me the feels every time!

[@sandyshoenberger2697]

Yay!! I never heard of anyone else who liked Someone Like You !!! Perfect love song. People always recommend his "hits" but there is so much more of his music.

[@mickianderson4359]

Ageed.

[@kathyjarvis8191]

Great songs

[@terrell9702]

The whole Moondance album is a masterpiece. One of the few albums that every song is awesome.

[@UniversalBlackRocker]

One of my favorite songs of all time! It's one of those "dancing under the moonlight" type songs that I enjoy so much! Happy Saturday brother Jamel!

[@luisalonsoecheverria]

Yay!! Next should be “Caravan” (Live from The Last Waltz) w/The Band!

[@tessesmom]

Yes!

[@napoleonwilson6499]

I believe I just said that

[@brusher79]

I’d highly recommend that as well

[@paulvicki]

for a 74 year old guy like me who lived these times and music I'm so glad to hear guys your age react to these fine old tunes..

[@ericschmidt5510]

You know how there's the saying "comfort food", well this Van Morrison song Into The Mystic is "comfort music" for me, it is SO COMFORTING. I can listen to it over and over ... and I do ;)

[@molsongrrrl]

I cannot express how much I absolutely love this song. I couldn't hit play fast enough!! Great choice for reaction.

[@Nobjan]

People have commented elsewhere on KZbin: His voice could melt steel. Yup.

[@tony69em]

Yep. Melt steel and calm a hurricane

[@jamesirwin2048]

Thank you!! Never gets old!! Two more to dedicate to a loved one, “Have I Told You Lately” and “Someone Like You”, don’t miss out!!