VAN MORRISON - INTO THE MYSTIC | REACTION

[@EgbertWilliams]

So many today wouldn't even know who he is. A genius, that's who.

[@omarherrera4468]

Damn right sir this a beautiful song who writes songs like this anymore so poetic could be taken literally or subjective aaahhh this pulls on my heart strings

[@daveburns3886]

Such a gifted Song writer , and soulful singer.. unique sound - this is his BEST

[@custardflan]

THIS is my fave Van song. "When the foghorn blows I want to hear it, I don't have to fear it." To me it's about love, coming home, life, death. So many great songs to choose from. Keep digging. Greatest love song writer ever. Fullforce Gale, Days Like This, Moondance, I Shall Sing, The Healing Has Begun, Someone Like You, I Forgot That Love Existed off the top of my head.

[@1perfectpitch]

When that foghorn blows and the strings and baritone sax and horns come in kills me every time.

[@fausty150]

Me too. So good.

[@61hink]

I've heard this song probably hundreds of times - I don't remember the strings coming in with that fog horn sound so hard. Maybe this was a remastered version? Anyway it was great.

[@WDRhine]

There aren't any strings or a baritone sax on the track. It's still a great moment, though.

[@1perfectpitch]

@@WDRhine Listen up. Yes there are.

[@WDRhine]

@@1perfectpitch Not according to the actual roster of players and instruments on the original track. It's on Wikipedia.

[@daveburns3886]

The composition with the various instruments just takes it to another level..

[@Alewifes_Husband]

The beach/water is a fantastic metaphor here for the timelessness of "The Mystic."

[@frugalseverin2282]

This is Van Morrison's brand, Celtic Soul. He speaks to my heart because he's in that spiritual zone, he's moved and he moves others through his singing and writing. This is more than just a pleasant listen or a romantic song, it's deeper than that.

[@williamcabell142]

Van the Man! What can you say....GOAT!

[@ethelynchristopher6995]

Love the way he sings all the way down to his soul in this song. You can just feel it. One of my very favorites by him.

[@joelliebler5690]

I his prime he always sang I The soulful emotional way!

[@robertlear2735]

My favorite Van Morrison song

[@kevinlakeman5043]

I've absolutely loved this song for decades. Glad you kids were down for it. Hearing it in these ear buds, the bass JUMPS out.

[@jamesferris4573]

Van Morrison is a tremendous artist with many different styles.

[@Bassman2353]

One of the very finest songs of its time, transitioning from the Sixties into the Seventies. A time of astonishing transformation in music.

[@eironwyman8157]

The Irish Bard. Love his music. Great for having on low while camping, sitting around the fire at night and chilling with a dram of good whisky.

[@realbser1956]

This is on a list of songs that I want played at my funeral. So damn beautiful, it’s sad and life affirming at the same time. Van has one of the most unique voices in history. Thanks for getting back to this one, great suggestion. 😀❤️🥔

[@michaellockhart554]

We played it at my wifes funeral and I want it played at mine as well

[@douglasg.9271]

Van Morrison is a great vocalist, with an incredible catalog of songs. His greatest hits cd has 20 amazing songs. Give one of them a reaction, and you won’t be disappointed. Guaranteed.

[@steveullrich7737]

He probably has the most expressive voices of all time.

[@stephenlutz3907]

This is my favorite of his songs. So mellow...wish it was twice as long!

[@deborahbainbridge9187]

You don’t want it to end. I wish he would do a rework with a longer outro

[@rogeroran2911]

Van Morrison is awesome, and this is my favorite song of his.

[@franksullivan1873]

Life is a mystery...as deep of one as death is.This song imbodies that mystery...and makes me at peace with those mysteries.

[@thomasbeauchemin1298]

Great song!! Great artist!! Great reaction!! Looks like Van did rock your gypsy soul!!!😊

[@John-lc1uq]

No one more romantic than Van the man!

[@davidbordonaro1631]

danced to this with my late wife at our wedding , so it has a special place in my heart , such a beautiful song . thank you

[@musicairplanes4884]

One of the most prolific song writers of my generation and he is still going strong.

[@Angrymobs62]

I love all van Morrison music!!! Astral Weeks Tupelo Honey

[@johnthegreek5836]

This song and Tupelo Honey are my favorites from Van Morrison

[@jackiefloyd8003]

Love me some Van Morrison and this song is perfect!

[@bettyb1313]

Right before i turned 18 my best friend got sick really sick and she died shortly after. She wanted this song playing at her funeral and told me when i see a butterfly it's her. Her name was Heather. Now im 47 and each time i hear this song i think of us in my bedroom belting this out when we were younger... Laughing at us never thinking we were going to die or get old... This song played at her memorial service and i still say hi Heather to all butterflies...

[@jamesdignanmusic2765]

That foghorn sound from the cellos gets me every time. My favourite Van song, and one that's great fun to cover live at gigs, too! If you liked this one, "Ballerina" should be the next Van Morrison song to hit.

[@vedantapdx]

Van grew up in Northern Ireland, a poor country at that time with conflict all around. It is known he used to hurry home in his youth and listen to the radio, specifically to his hero, Ray Charles. He dreamed of being a crooner, writing great songs and interpreting music that moved his soul. He did not fail. He is very, very successful and became that crooner like Ray.

[@wompa70]

I make sure and listen to this a couple times a week, at least.

[@jeffjones6221]

Absolute favorite Van Morrison tune right there.

[@Cboy2023]

One of the greatest songs of all time!

[@voodoochild2968]

You can smell salty air when you hear this

[@ronaldgines171]

I forgot, another great summer song is " Saturday in the Park " by Chicago, that really gets the summer vibes flowing.

[@raenellefisher8514]

Sunday Afternoon by the Kinks.

[@t0dd000]

A top ten song for me. When my wife and I hear this song, no matter where we are, we drop everything and slow dance.

[@deerosado6485]

That’s so BEAUTIFUL!!

[@mrnobody9104]

Awesome song, if your wife liked that play her Tupelo Honey my favourite Van Morrison tune!!!

[@Hobodeluxe960]

one interpretation of this song is that his soulmate had passed and he was waiting until the foghorn blowed (his death) to be re-united with her. I only found this out when my wife of 42 yrs passed and I heard it and it crushed me. so powerful to hear it in that respect. when that foghorn blows I want to hear it, I don't have to fear it.🤚

[@arthurimhof2427]

Chaud and Dee in 1987 when I started dating my future wife our music taste were like oil and water. On a date the radio played Brown Eye Girl a Van Morrison song. He became one of her favorites..

[@Prozak63]

One of my favorite Van songs ever. Thanks for sharing it.

[@Phillphine]

Have y'all done "moondance"? That's always been signature Van Morrison for me.

[@miltonslocum8957]

Great reaction guys! Van Morrison always produces a great vibe! And Dee, thanks for your comments regarding the listeners and your appreciation of the responses you get. Really enjoy you and Chad's reactions. I'd like to see ya'll react to a song by The Rascals called "Groovin". It came out in 67 when I was in college and brings back great memories! Thanks!

[@Let_Jesus_Rescue_You]

I love the subtle piano that's in there among all of the fabulous instruments! 💞💖

[@JackleenaO]

You 2 make me 😃 smile This is probably my favorite 'old' Van Morrison song.. But his more recent album (around 2005/6 release) "Magic Time" is a must listen!! Feel beddah fast Chod!

[@maureenloftus6717]

We played this for my Mama’s memorial ❤️😇

[@michaelstanford3678]

When I first heard him years ago, I was an instant fan. But I didn't REALLY get him until I read an interview with the late, great Phil Lynott from Thin Lizzy (who was a devout Van Morrison fan) describes what's it's like to hear Van sing as "Van uses his voice like a saxophone." I tested this theory out and he was on the money! I though especially when he pushes his voice and gets that rasp and when his voice does a trail off, hitting soft descending notes. Van IS the man. P.S. R.I.P. Phil Lynott The years have not diminished our sorrow and joy of rememberence since you've been gone.........

[@bangmon1000]

My favorite Van Morrison song. I recently saw the movie "Belfast" and most of the soundtrack is Van Morrison. Chod has never reacted to Them the band Van Morrison was in his early years. Now both of you can discover them together. Some of Them songs are "Here Comes the Night" and "Gloria" which you might have heard in the movie The Outsiders and the song was also covered by The Doors, but that version is more X-rated.

[@61hink]

I like his cover with Them of the Dylan song, "It's All Over Now, Baby Blue."

[@andrewmadeloni7173]

"Caravan" from the "Last Waltz" concert by "The Band" (directed by Martin Scorsese) is a must. "Van the Man".

[@Alewifes_Husband]

Emotional as I am for so many other unrelated reasons at the moment -- and knowing this song back and forwards -- I may just shed a tear. Edit function in case I do.

[@jimdunagan4180]

Van the man....my favorite songwriter

[@kathryndunn9655]

Raining in uk 🌊 for Dee

[@gerhardbraatz6305]

There is a great live cover of this by the Allman Brothers on You Tube.

[@Trapper50cal]

This is my wife's and my wedding song. Still remember dancing to it at our reception.

[@matthewpettengill3008]

Learn something new every day ❤

[@jollyrodgers7272]

Thanks so much - this has been one of my faves from Van - then many years ago I was first mate on a little ship named Mystic, so now this whole song makes my head swirl with those memories. Actually, 'into The Mystic' by these lyrics is a metaphor for dying, and passing into the eternal realm. Listen to MOONDANCE - I think you already did TUPELO HONEY.

[@wpollock1]

Hope you feel better Chod! Love the reactions.

[@ronaldgines171]

A great summer song for you Dee, try " Summer Breeze " by Seals and Crofts. Also " The boys are back in town " by Thin Lizzy. Any thing by Seals and Crofts is great.

[@mikevandenboom5958]

Yes the Cello? For the fog horn is such a well thought out piece that just adds a 3rd dimension to the song. Just like the drums for thunder in Judas Priest's Desert Plains

[@markbarnwell942]

for me this is such romantic music. i can see two people together dancing in their home or outside just them, slow dancing lost in each other.

[@davidgannon4302]

My all time favorite song

[@edwardcapobianco2975]

If you're going to catch a buzz and sail into the mystic, this is the song for sure!!!!

[@davidmalone3317]

Im 55 years old and Van Morrison has been singing my whole life and as far as I know he is still going.

[@benridge6570]

Sweeter time, Sweet music 🎶, Sweet memories. Glad you enjoyed.

[@susanmiller7116]

It’s about us all being on the boat together. We cry out but also enjoy living. We should not fear but be grateful for our time on the earth boat.

[@surlechapeau]

Chod/Dee, you'll love his "Wild Night" and "Wavelength"!!!

[@tommyau2006]

I am so happy when folk explore the world wide field of music

[@tommyau2006]

music is the universal language of the world

[@victorduffany7723]

Both of your interpretations are correct. Everyone reads a poem and you will get different interpretations from each and every one of them.

[@aspringwind]

My first time at your show. This is one of the greatest songs ever. I can't wait to see your reactions. Stay awake.

[@georgejones3104]

You guys are great and your open minded and well rounded listeners keep up the good work

[@jimcole9751]

Last incarnation of the Allman Brothers does a great cover of this song

[@cindyfalstrom7231]

Wow, that was beautiful. Thank you.

[@maxbrazil3712]

My favorite bass led tune. John Klingberg, rest in peace.

[@edwardcrews2952]

One of his greatest songs

[@Lakeshore14]

Thank you for your great reactions. Can never get too much Van Morrison. His voice is unique. 😊

[@mjp3186]

A beautiful song. Nice reaction.

[@howardallan7849]

The way you listen to Van Morrison is to sit back and let it enfold you.

[@normweldon9852]

This is one of the greatest songs ever. What ever happened to your practice of not pausing songs?

[@lucasroth7922]

I saw him at the Hofheinz pavilion in Houston back in 78. For some reason his PA amp went out and he kept singing and you could still hear him fine!! His voice is so powerful it's quite amazing!! Thanks y'all ✌🤘

[@diannaspang51]

Love love this song.

[@petermorgan5303]

Van the Man. Great music

[@tommccafferty5591]

HIs first solo album, Astral Weeks, has such a soulful, mystical sound. Some critics said that with this album, Van went into the mystic a year before he recorded the actual song Into the Mystic. The whole album was recorded in two days with Van in a both by himself doing the vocals. The session musicians, who had been recording advertising jingles before the gig, would put music to the words later, without much if any input from Van. It is one of the greatest albums of all time. If you guys like Van Morrison, you need to listen to the whole album in one sitting, just for your own enjoyment, even if you don't react to any song on the album on your channel. You will be better off having heard it.

[@AndrewMalcolmson]

This is my favorite Van album too. The improvised jazz playing and dream-like vibe sets it apart from all his following work and though critically acclaimed it's not for everybody. Chad did a reaction to the title track some months ago & good for him because hardly anybody on YT has.

[@jimdunagan4180]

Van has so many hidden gems...Astral Planes LP ....good place to start

[@52montoya]

I've been trying to think of the right word to describe you two, and it came to me; Charming! You're a charming couple.

[@richardmartin9565]

Great tune. Good memories.

[@61hink]

This is just a flawless song, I never get tired of hearing it. VM has so many songs that it's hard for any fan to just recommend one. For you guys I think "Cleaning Windows" would be a great one. It's not really typical. It's super upbeat and catchy, but with a message. I'll just add two more songs other commenters suggested - "Jackie Wilson Said" and "Bright Side of the Road." Van has his brooding side and his happy side - these are all really happy songs. (I like the brooding ones too, like "Let The Slave" where he recites an entire William Blake poem!)

[@rowanmayfair9249]

This has been one of my faves since I was in single digits. LoL Such an amazing song.

[@ThePittsburghToddy]

This song always reminds me of my pops, rest his soul.✌🏻

[@elizabethdemerie13]

It was my wedding song,I always saw it as we are old souls that were born before the wind lol ancient love ❤️ and found each other again in this life

[@junglejim5785]

Great reaction. If you like Van Morrison that much Chod. My suggestion is to check out Mr. Morrison when he was with the rock group Them. Song. Here Comes The Night. Take care and God Bless.

[@KingsDisasterGarage]

One of my favorites!

[@clare1061]

Brown eyed girl was one of my favorites by him he gave us some great music. Check out another old singer by the name of Donovan the song is “Atlantis“

[@kimmjohnston4744]

Cyprus Avenue 9/23/1970 Fillmore East is an amazing performance

[@757optim]

As is often the case, lyrics are poetry, open to interpretation. One of the great thigs about music.

[@minkhollow]

"Jackie Wilson Said" will have you guys dancing in your seats.

[@danielfox6907]

Van started playing saxaphone at age 14. In my opinion, his vocals sound like horn phrases.

[@danielreece3384]

Zac Brown does a beautiful melding of his song Free with Into the Mystic.

[@charlierussell6577]

The interaction you mention is a big part of sharing good music !! To simply listen and not talk about it, each to the other, is a little like sitting with someone, but not talking....

[@han36solo]

This song is so nice, it ALMOST makes up for Brown Eyed Girl!

[@axelpenn2131]

Checkout Van Morrison in his first Band Them, singing Gloria great vocals, awesome reactions 👍🏼

[@brianbrooks1285]

It takes me on a journey

[@jnagarya519]

This is from the LP "Moondance" -- as consistently excellent as this song.