FIRST TIME HEARING Bob Dylan - Hurricane (1975) REACTION 

Bob was saying the 'N' word with respect. He was telling a tale. A true tale. Don't be offended. He wasn't singing that word with any hate.

Dylan has now been writing and recording for 60 plus years. He is a Nobel Prize winner and has changed the course of musical history forever. His writing has touched on every imaginable subject in every imaginable way and style. A true genius and artist. If you like poetic songs of injustice try the original audio recording of “The Lonesome Death of Hattie Carroll” another true story.

Dylan composed the song directly from court transcripts

It's a true story alright. Pigs in New Jersey framed a brother, Ruben Carter. His boxing nickname was 'The Hurricane." They made a movie about it. Denzel played Carter. Look it up.

Bob is THE Van Gogh of song writers, the most vivid audible works of art cascade from his pen becoming royal banquets for our ears.

Scarlets violin is haunting

This song is the one time Dylan uses the n-word anywhere in the thousands of hours he's been recorded, and he has the black folks say it. Dylan is all about the power of words. Don't forget, Dylan was invited to sing at the I Have A Dream Speech in Washington. Sang two songs before MLK spoke immortality into a microphone. Bob traveled with voter registration buses into the deep south. There's a youtube video of him singing Only A Pawn In Their Game to black sharecroppers that will blow your mind. Following Dylan is a red pill, Shon.

It's a true story about a middleweight boxer Rubin "Hurricane" Carter. Enjoyed your thoughtful reaction.

thought you would like that one. Rubin carter is a true story. he was released after 20 years, partly due to dylans song causing awareness of the case. i get your connection with the harmonica, but he has always used one. he wrote a song in 1963 called Masters of war, which is so relevant today, i think you would love it. also if you want to hear some 60s rap he wrote ,Its all right ma im only bleeding, and Subterranean homesick blues. he is a legend, enjoy!

Ruben Carter's boxer nickname was Hurricane. He was a victim of the racism of the day (1966). Sadly, that shit still goes down. Love your channel and reactions, Shon!

True story of Ruben Carter. He wrote 2 books about it. Called 17 rounds and more 16 rounds. Ruben passed away a year or two ago. Look up the movie the hurricane with Denzel Washington

Bob Dylan was born and raised about an hour from me, in Minnesota. He is a poet extraordinar that can entertain you, confound you, and leave you never forgetting him. Saw him "live" twice, never will forget that experience.

Ruben "Hurricane" Carter and his friend were framed for a triple murder in New Jersey. Watch the movie with Denzel Washington. It's awesome!

Rubin Hurricane Carter.....played by Denzel Washington in the great film called Hurricane.......Dylan was instrumental in bringing attention to Rubin's case.....he was eventually freed.

Lord, Lord. Dylan is the deepest rabbit hole of the 60s and 70s. Strap in for some of the greatest music ever made. He's the master of all the things you liked. And always bold in talking truth to power.

Bob Dylan is the greatest song writer ever !! EVER !! Many rappers refer to him in their songs as do many artists ! Ed Bradley asked BD in an interview what makes him such a great songwriter… He said I just turned my poetry into music ! There are probably 25 songs you have heard and don’t know Bob Dylan wrote them ! Check out positively fourth Street check out Rolling Stone check out just like a woman I can go on forever

Bob Dylan was a heavily involved civil rights activists who fought the injustices by the American court system, a majority of his songs were events that really happened backed by facts, and this song, by Bob Dylan is the most powerful songs he ever did about the civil rights erra he is a legendary songwriter/singer because he was a white man who risked his reputation and public image to fight for the rights of people who's voices were being muffled by a corrupt system so he used his voice and influence to reach the ears of millions in hopes to help better and bring together a society that was broken by a strong racial divide, Bob Dylan was a hero, he had everything at risk by publishing and singing this song at the height of the civil rights movement and he didn't care he was willing to write music as a way to throw punches at the system knowing what he stood to lose but stood firm in his fight for civil rights

Violin is Scarlett Riviera. Dylan met her on the street and next thing she knew she was performing and touring with him.

Ruben "Hurricane"Carter was the #1 middleweight contender when he was framed for these murders. . . Dylan responded to Carter's book with this song and advocating for his release. There are so many other Dylan songs that called out the wrongs of the times. Check out The Lonesome Death of Hattie Carroll or Only a Pawn in Their Game, Masters of War - I could go on and on Enjoy this master wordsmith . . .

Ruben Carters boxing name was Hurricane Carter. Yes its a true story

Hurricane was Ruben Carter’s nickname. His punch was so strong it was like getting hit by a hurricane! Dylan is a master storyteller with a social conscience!

Ruben Carter, the boxer, was Hurricane Ruben Carter. Hurricane was his nickname.

It happens man. My dad was a cop and detective. He has not done it, but has and CONTINUES to happen

Great reaction! The studio version of this song absolutely slaps!

Dylan's injustice songs to listen to, "Lonesome Death of Hattie Carroll" "Only a Pawn In Their Game" "Master's of War" "Chimes of Freedom" ... to name a few, the man is a phenomenon in the music world, so many genres .. he is unique, a one off, irreplaceable, someone who needs to be listened to

The fact that this song is based on a true store is the real take-away, and the substance that Dylan carries.

Bob Dylan is truly the GOAT..

The non-live studio version of "Hurricane" is many times better, since the microphone is placed properly and the overall sound quality is superior.

Bob Dylan is the greatest songwriter, singer ever. His lyrics affected American youth the Anti-War movement of the 60;s he's a Nobel Prize winning poet and hes been singing and writing political songs for 60 years. Bob sung with the harmonica since the early 60's as he sang working class songs and Woodie Guthrie was his hero. When this album Desire was released in 1976 this was the first song on the album. The song helped Reuben Carter get free.

Bob and Ali raised $600,000 for Carter with a big concert in MSG. Great picture of Ali and Dylan embracing.

He's one of the most prolific songwriters ever.

Yes, it is a true story that only Bob Dylan was brave enough to tell! That violin really makes the song. Hurricane was a middle weight fighter, and he was framed for this murder! Great reaction Shon!

Bob Dylan was a rapper before rapping was a thing. Check out his performance of "I'm alright, Mama, I'm just bleeding!"

I’ve seen Dylan a few times live. You can believe he tell the truth I his music. That was his way

Ruben “ Hurricane “ Carter Bob and a lot of others helped get him released The years took his chance to become champ

Your reaction is only one of at least a dozen or two that I've watched. Your reaction is one of the best! 🙏💚

Dude..Bob Dylan is the shit . Keep digging..Bob's rabbit hole is endless..so so so many great songs... Yes the harmonica is Bob's trademark..in almost every song... I've been listening to him since 60's ..I'm 70 yrs young..lol

Nice One ! Bobby is King. No one comes close (No wonder Rolling Stone has him at No.1 Greatest songwriter ever). You could spend the next decade exploring his repertoire and never run out of incredible songs.

Yessir..Love to hear BOB tell a story!!! Shakespeare with a guitar!!! Movie-Hurricane...Denzel Washington..

Yessir.. Love to hear BOB tell a story!!!

Great reaction! I hope you follow along with the words because Bob ‘s accent can be heard to understand and he says so much!!

The violinists name is scarlet Rivera...soooo beautiful bruh such great music....thanx for the great reaction most people don't actually listen 😵 lol keep um comin

There’s a movie,you really should check it out.Once dip your toes into Bob Dylan, you’ll jump into the rabbit hole

The violin lady's named Scarlett Rivera. Dylan actually was instrumental in getting Rubin Carter released and out of the charge. Dylan was one of America's most iconic singers even in 1975, but he hated injustice and did something about it in this case. Glad you liked it cause people of my generation been enjoying Dylan for decades. He ain't your normal celebrity, He puts his mouth behind what he believes. Explore more of his work and hope you do well in this business.

Fun fact from a fan of over 55 years, who’s been to maybe 15 Dylan concerts. He hates sing a long audiences and changes his songs every time he does them in concert. He’s the master of his own songs for sure. ✌️❤️✌️❤️✌️❤️

If you see the videos of Ruben Carter you will see not just the injustice but what it cost Ruben Carter, Champion of the world.

he wrote this song after visiting the hurricane in prison and hearing his side of the story

My appreciation of this song goes way back to when it was first released, and it is without question the most intense piece of music he's ever created, both musically and lyrically. And that's saying a lot, because the poet laureate is an American treasure who has given us more cultural wealth than any individual artist. I was fortunate to see him for the first time in concert 2 days ago. I highly recommend that everybody look up his paintings and other artwork, which are also full of the type of Americana iconography that he presents in so much of his music.

Bob Dylan also wrote songs of social injustice and other topics of concern in the early 1960's ..... in 2020 it was ''Murder most Foul'' he came out with ....

Denzel plays Ruben "Hurricane" Carter in the movie Hurricane. Definitely worth a watch.

Absolutely love your reaction to Bob! Hope you will listen to more of his poetry, he is such a great wordsmith! Warm greetings from Juneau, Alaska!

Ignore the suggestion of wearing a shirt...you're a handsome guy so you can get away with it! Plus your reaction to this Dylan song is amazingly honest

Great tune with a great story. Love it.

Boxer Middleweight Champion

In Russia the police joke about "eye witness" testimony.

Denzel Washington played "Hurricane" named "The Hurricane" a must-see movie!

This song raised awareness, helped to free him. I remember it...i cried . Even as a smsll child it stuck w me.

I saw Dylan with my own eyes sing Hurricane 1978 Earls court, London.

The Nobel Prize committee announced on October 13, 2016, that it would be awarding Dylan the Nobel Prize in Literature "for having created new poetic expressions within the great American song tradition". Some claim this is the first rap song...

Bob hated injustice and was brave enough to write and record this song... Which is why I love him, and he's one of the best songwriters in the world.

I cry every time i hear this song.... My twin brother went trough the same shit. Love from Norway 🥰

TRUE WORDS...see other comments on who Hurricane Carter was....Dylan is a word geniuse

Hurricane was the boxer's Fighter Name for the ring. This is the story of Hurricane, because that's the man's name.

It’s gotta be an early performance, the lyrics different from the album like Desolation Row in the basement tapes. BTW this is a true story. See the movie Hurricane. It’s all true. I forget who played Hurricane, I think Denzel? I could be wrong. What Dylan did, tried to do, did for Rueben Carter by writing this song was beautiful. He calls the song Hurricane because that was Carter’s boxing name, Reuben “Hurricane” Carter. I’ll grab you the wikipedia link. And yes, he was about to fight the title bout for the middleweight championship. In Patterson, there has always been speculation that the cops, D.A., Bradley, someone, was making money from his incarceration and his not fighting. So here’s the link for the facts: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rubin_Carter

Dylen always played the harmonica

The talented violinist who graced the "Hurricane" ballad with her soaring melodies is Scarlet Rivera. Her distinctive style, blending rock and classical influences, added a powerful layer of emotion and energy to the song. Here's some more about Scarlet and her role in "Hurricane": Discovery: Dylan famously "discovered" Scarlet while driving around New York City one day. He stopped his limousine when he saw her walking with her violin case and invited her to his rehearsal studio. After hearing her play, he knew she was perfect for the song. Unique Sound: Scarlet's playing on "Hurricane" is characterized by its soaring improvisations, gritty electric violin tone, and use of minor pentatonic and blues scales. This unique style perfectly complements the raw emotion and intensity of Dylan's vocals. Beyond Hurricane: Though best known for "Hurricane," Scarlet went on to collaborate with Dylan on his studio album "Desire" and played a significant role in his Rolling Thunder Revue tour. She has also enjoyed a successful solo career and continues to perform and inspire with her distinctive musical voice.

It is still a mystery. Some still to this day believe it was Rubin and the young high school kid and that it was a revenge killing. Dylan’s song is awesome and started a movement to free Rubin.. the power of song!💕

Scarlet Rivera on violin, Rob Stoner on bass. Dylan was at his peak in 1975 and 76. He started in the early 60s and he's still around.

Patterson, new jersey. Was and still is hell on earth

the song is about boxer Ruben "Hurricane" Carter. its a true story and the names hes naming are the actual people involved

Denzel Washington made a movie about Ruben "Hurricane" Carter. It's a really really good movie. From watching your videos I think you would enjoy it.

Check out the 1999 movie The Hurricane starring Denzel Washington about this. I don't know how much of the story that he wrote, but Ruben Carter is credited as one of the writers.

Such an honest reaction...thank you. Some folks just pretend to have no reaction. Perfectly authentic

June 24, 2023 - H. Lee Sarokin, Federal Judge Who Freed Hurricane Carter, Dies at 94

Bob Dylan, "Over 145 million records sold. Over 600 songs. 40 Studio Albums. 16 live albums. 98 Singles. 54 music videos. 17 Bootleg Series records. 31 compilation albums. 25 Box sets. 7 sound tracks. Presidential Medal of Freedom. Ten Grammy awards. A Golden Glove Award. An Academy Award. A Pulitzer prize. A Nobel prize. Catalog sold for over $300 million."

Great reaction!!!

HURICAINE WAS HIS FIGHTING NICKNAME, it's a completely true story

The greatest wordsmith that ever lived. Well at least since the bard.

Good stuff Shon. You picked the right song and lyrics to review. It's still true, today.

Violin 🎻..-Scarlett Rivera

Dang, Dylan performed at the Martin Luther King March on Washington , in what, 1963?! Where King did the famous “I Have A Dream” speech. It’s on RU-vid.

Bro .'Triple Murder on him"

You have to stand up for your rights. Alwayes.

🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 True story ‼️ Of Ruben Carter Nickname was the Hurricane 🌀 New to your channel Really🙏 like to see your reaction to Joe Bonamassa with Jimmy Barnes Live studio Song is 🔥. 🎵 Stone Cold 🎵 Keep the good work my friend and keep it simple ✌️👌👏👍🏻

This story is true. Rubin "Hurricane" Carter was thrown in jail under false charges and when he got out 19 years later, they gave him an honorary Middleweight Belt, but I am sure Carter would have wanted the real thing. Bob is an amazing song writer, and an amazing voice. He won the academy award for his song "Things Have Changed" but being the man he is, he had to accept via live TV from his concert having just played the song live.

I had the same reaction when i heard this song for the first time in 1976. I still have the same reactions when i hear the Dylan´s songs. I think he is the greatest songwriter. More than greatest songwriter, he is a wonderful storyteller and a amazing poet. He is a genius

Try Bob's .. Lily , Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts..

Hurricane was a true story - his name was Hurricane Carter

EYE WITNESS was the DNA in the old days.....

Thanks for bringing on Bob Dylan. He's the best 👍💯💥

he said "we want to pin this triple murder on him." The song shed light on the injustice-many folks became involved-Rubin Carter was eventually cleared. Good reaction vid, Shon.

Featuring the lovely Scarlett Rivera on violin.

The story became a movie staring Denzel Washington. This is a true story. The boxer’s name was The Hurricane. Bob Dylan amazing story teller poet singer

It happened because he ain’t no “ Gentleman Jim”

Insightful and honest reaction.

very nice reaction video. I like when people have no clue. I guess you know about Rubin Hurricane Carter now. It´s just great the way Dylan can tell a story. The rhymes. His voice

He earned the n-word pass. He was extremely bold for his time to even write the song about these racial injustices, let alone the fact that he is white. For anyone calling him out to the n-word in the song, literally this song is him protesting about the unfair treatment of black people and his song is showing the sentiment at the time.

I want you, Tangled up in blue, mr tambourine man, jokerman, etc...usually studio versions best for dylan

Another excellent reaction.

Dylan decided to play a set at this tribute concert for the producer John Hammond who signed him to his first recording contract. Dylan and the band flew from NYC to Chicago at night rehearsing on the plane, were driven right to the concert and played. That's why he looks like he just woke up.