Hank Williams - Cold Cold Heart (REACTION!!!) 

That old timey sound might feel dated, but man it means so much more when you look into the history of recording. This guy was singing into a can, LITERALLY a tin can hanging from a ceiling, and his band played live and it was recorded directly to vinyl. As in one take, no do overs, no second go round, pull the record off the turn table and walk it down the hall to be reproduced. Hank was one of the first prolific recording artists in the WORLD. The fact that the man could sing in tune in a empty room with his band playing a few feet away and cut through and drown out the echoes and the white noise is a testament to his skill. While it does sound dated we should all take a moment to think about what we're actually hearing. The sound of history being etched into a uninterruptable form. Sounds that will exist now, likely until the universe collapses.

Hank Williams goes great with a broken heart and a bottle of whiskey.

you guys demonstrated the most open-minded sweet cringe I have ever seen, keep up the honesty and the respect

I’m so Lonesome I Could Cry is much better.

Hank Sr. is one of the greatest American songwriters of all time. Truly legendary.

Sometimes, it's difficult to go back too far. You might need a crushed heart and a half a bottle of whiskey to completely enjoy this. And even then, you've got bigger problems. Lol. There are several Hank Williams Sr songs that can survive the test of time on lyrical content alone. But this particular song is a bit too slow for all but the most avid fans. I appreciate you guys giving your best effort. You lasted longer than I might have on a normal night. 👍💀

Hank Williams Sr. Jambalaya!! I think you guys would really like that one it's a easy listen

You guys kill me. I cannot critique one word ya'll said. You are trying so hard to be respectful. Much love!

Aw, this reminds me of my dad. He always listened to this stuff. RIP Hank Sr. and I miss you dad, Victor Sr. ❤️

I couldn't click on this reaction fast enough!! This is some great country music, love Hank Sr.! The Lost Highway would have been a great pick for a reaction too. I could listen to Hank all day! I appreciate the fact that you included Hank Sr. In your reactions. I look forward to all your country Reactions. Keep it up guys!

He recorded 35 hit singles from 1947 till his death in 1952. That is 7 hit singles a year for 5 years straight. People forget that all of his success came in a five year period. The man is a legend.

I'm a huge Hank fan and I don't hold it against these guys. Hank Williams is a HARD person to like at first, especially in 2018. It takes a while. There's a sense of honesty and vulnerability that comes from Hank's music that makes a lot people of uncomfortable.

Hank Williams is a legend... such a unique voice that is full of so much emotion... great video as always!

the truest of true country right here

Senior was one of the greatest song writers of all time. The sound has to do more with the machines they were using to record at the time and the distinct pops and crackles in addition to the tonal qualities created from the high end than anything else.

For me, the thing with Hank Sr is the poetry in his music. "the moon just went behind the clouds to hide it's face and cry" I grew up listening him.

Got real excited when i seen this notification! Love the old country dudes like Hank, Merle, and Waylon

Damn George you had me rolling asking for the invisibile free thinking hat. I found you guys about a year ago and have watched you regularly because you are free thinking and you promote free thinking and I can get behind that. I grew up country/hillbilly(but I have a wide range of musical taste) so I know my country and I am proud of you for toughing this one out. Look I myself do not even get the appeal of Hank Sr, its like you have to like him when you are someone like me but secretly for all of these years I have had to fake it with Hank Sr, it just does not appeal to me so I completely feel ya on this one.

Pleas try Crazy by Patsy Cline, Written by Willie Nelson.

I grew up listening to Hank Sr. and I love his music but I can see why it may be difficult for y’all to like his stuff

Personally I'm 22 and bump this shit lol. Understanding Hank's life, the person he was, and his legacy makes it a lot better. Problem is people nowadays subconciously take a liking to a song simply because of the beat, rather than the lyrics.

Gotta go for the grandson! Hank Williams III!!!

The song you all were thinking about, that you all heard in "The Hills Have Eyes" is a song by Country artist Webb Pierce, called "More And More", another song that deserves a good listen by you two

You got to love the southern twang and cracks in his voice he paved the road for southern style of singing

Another time, another life. I can remember my grandparents listening playing this on a record player. I dig Hank Sr. and respect what he did for the country music generations that followed. Thanks for the unbiased reaction!

The Highwaymen - Highwayman

I find that I typically dislike songs, shows, and movies more the more recent that they are. I'm 26, and I love anything from the 90's prior, including stuff as old as the 40's and 50's like Hank Sr. or the Carter Family. As a country music fan, Hank Sr. songs are pure gold to me, as well as George Jones. I don't watch any TV or listen to any current music anymore. Anyway, I wasn't expecting you guys to enjoy the sound, but I was hoping to hear more opinions/critiques on the lyrics. Either way, I'm glad that you guys gave Hank Sr. a reaction. I wasn't expecting it.

Thank you guys so much for doing this one. It means so much to me...

Had published 120 songs by the time of his death at 29. 35 of those made Billboard #10 with 11 of those hitting #1. So Lonesome I could Cry can break your heart. Surprise fact. Williams was born with Spina Bifida and was in a lot of pain. throughout his life. Substance abuse did kill him, but it started from an attempt to control this pain while being a hard touring artist rather than the usual rock and roll excesses. Good on you guys for being open to musical history even when it's that far afield from what you're used to. I always liked Afrika Bambaattaa. Was distressed to hear he was molesting kids while breaking down those barriers

Try out Marty Robins El Paso

Hank Williams is pure nostalgia for me. My grandma loved him, so listening to him always reminds me of Sundays supper at her house. It's definitely an acquired taste if you didn't grow up with it!

I remember listening to Hank Sr. with my dad when I was a little boy. Everytime I hear Hank it reminds me of my pops . R.I.P. dad

I'm pleasantly surprised that you're touching on the origins of country music.

You did the grandfather (Hank Williams) and the son (Hank Williams Jr.) So you should try the grandson now (Hank 3)

Hank Williams was a doomed alcoholic poet who died before he was 30. He wrote his own songs. He was part of the transition from folk and hillbilly music to modern country. That whine in his voice was a traditional sound from his musical roots. So was the simple structure of his verses and refrains. He wrote and sang many great songs. You should check him out a bit, just on your own. I love your channel; keep up your good work.

The song from The Hills Have Eyes is probably More and More by Webb Pierce.

Please try Midnight in Montgomery by Alan Jackson. The song is actually about Hank Sr.

You guys should do Hank III now. Country heros is a great one to start out with. He sounds and looks so much like his grandpa it's kinda eerie. Definitely more up to date though. Always look forward to watching you guys. Keep up the good work

I really enjoyed this great job

Humble and kind. Cant wait to see and hear your reaction!!! Love you guys. I love how you break things down, lyrics. Etc. You guys put a smile on my face everytime i watch. Thank you for doing this channel. Keep on rockin!!!!!! From west by god Virginia.

A legend that requires respect . Beautiful an simple song . Love it .

Much newer but as much heart as Hank Williams. Vince Gill is amazing, check out Go Rest High On That Mountain

Thanks for stretching yourselves. What makes this song so great is the lyrics and the emotion. He is practically crying in this song.

Just found this station today. I'm really enjoying your open minds, personalities, and the things I can learn from you. I love music.

Hank Williams the man the myth the legend.

You guys really are one of the channels I look forward to when I come on RU-vid lol. Good stuff. All kinds of music WITH entertaining commentary

I love how you guys break songs apart and explain parts. You both do real honest review on songs

I like that you are opened minded to listen to music that you wouldnt necessarily listen to. I also give much respect to the fact that your honest if your not exactly feeling the song or artist. Your real..i love that.

Man, I love this type of country! Your reaction to it is very expected and most of us free thinkers give you mad respect for just giving it a shot. I will be going through all your old videos. Love the channel. Please react to femina x - fridas heart. Thanks.

Still waiting on that George Jones reaction though!!!! 👀

I love how you allow yourselves open to new genres. I myself love him as I grew up listening to him. You are honest without being nasty.

I really loved the Silent Hill question. That had me rolling big time. I really love how you guys are willing to check out so many different types of music. Very cool

This is the wrong Hank Williams song. I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry, Your Cheatin' Heart, or Lost Highway are much closer to what is heard today.

Hank Williams lll - country hero’s Do all three Hank Williams

You guys are crazy. I'm 63 and have played country since I was 5. You sound just like me when I listen to hip hop with my grandkids. It would be top 10 on my bucket list to drink a couple of beers with you.

Hank Williams has definitely got an ooooooold sound. But he has some of the best lyrics ever. It's poetry put to music.

Classic. Nearly seventy years old.

Dated? I'd say classic instead.

Just getting into your channel. I absolutely love it. I'm a music historian specializing in country. I'm learning a ton from you cats. Thank you!!!

Yall picked the worst song to start. Cheating heart Lost highway Hey good lookin I'm so lonesome I could cry I saw the light

Y'all are very on point of the sound intro of Hills have eyes. That intro song is called More & More by Webb Pierce. But yes the sound is very similar. Good job picking up on that.

I had never subscribed to a channel before this one. Love it. Kudos to you two for your willingness to explore. Not every song or style within a genre is going to be for everybody and that's okay. Whenever you decide to get back to Chris Stapleton here is something a little different. I recommend his accoustic Tiny Desk Concert, either "More Of You" or "When the Stars Come Out", or Chris's tribute to Prince, live at the Greek Theater. Can't go wrong with any of those.

I appreciate your respect and can understand your response.

Thanks for checkin out Hank Williams guys. My dad passed about 3 years ago and Hank was his absolute favorite. I grew up listening to it (and hating it) until I got a bit older and began to hear some of the blues influences in his songs like "Move it On Over" and "Im So Lonesome I Could Cry". So thanks again...

Wow!!! Y'all played some music from my great grandfather's days. I heard this for the first time. I have a request PLEASE PLEASE play Highwaymen by Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash & Kris Kristopherson. Please! I've requested this song before. Love u George and Ryan 😀😜😍😝😘

Cold, Cold Heart, So close to MY heart, brings back memories, thanks for doing these reviews guys. 👍👍

I didn’t start listening to country until I was in my 30s and I had to acquire a taste for Hank Sr and I’m so glad I did. I’m a huge fan now of both Hanks and all country music, especially the older classics.

You know what? You guys are just plain awesome. I grew up on country, so it’s easy for me to appreciate what made the genre what it is. The history behind it. Makes me happy you guys are that open minded to see the songwriting talent and the raw material and pain that went into the songwriting, even pre-1950’s like much of hank’s music. Keep at it, love your channel and your videos.

Rainbow - Stargazer

You might as well go for the trifecta and check out Hank III. Hank Jr's son and Sr's grandson. He not only plays country but punk and metal too.

So lonesome I could cry, beautifully written song.

I can tell how much you two guys thoroughly enjoyed this... Reaction!

The Melvins - Honey Bucket

So I'm probably in the minority but I really enjoy Hank Sr. I'm a big fan of steel guitars and the tempo of the songs are relaxing. If you want a bit more of an upbeat Hank song, Kawliga is a good one.

My dad was a big Hank Williams fan, so I can’t remember a time when I didn’t know this song.

You win again. My favorite Hank song

And again : Black Sabbath - Sabbra Cadabra ^^

If you guys wanna trip out, listen to Hank III, the son of Hank Jr. Checkout the song "Smoke & Wine." Much more up to date and fast paced.

So, just listen to it without interruption. Then listen to it again. It's beautiful. It was a different time and a different pace.

this guy started it all. he was inducted into the country and rock and roll hall of fame.

Hank Williams III - country heroes!!!

my grandpa changed his Cherokee last name to Williams after Hank Sr. 💗

This song has so much soul

you guys hit the nail on the head on this one

Give whiskey lullaby a try by brad paisley and Allison kraus

Glad ya’ll finally reacted to Hank, answering your question this song is about his first wife Audrey Williams.

Thank you both for reviewing this classic country music selection released about 1951. For fans of the steel guitar, this is a beautiful example of the use of this wonderful instrument to enhance the feeling/emotion of the lyrics. Don Helms was the steel guitarist for this, and many of Hank's songs. A true piece of history. Best wishes from San Antonio.

Guys you don't know what you are missing. When you heard him on stage you felt like he was reaching right in and grabbing you by the heart. He could really reach out to the crowd.

One thing you may not know about Hank Sr. He was only 29 when he died because of all the pills and booze he drank from have such a screwed up spine he wanted to be able to stand up straight when he had a concert

You guys do great, honest reactions. I love it that you freely admit that sometimes you have some reservations about songs before you even review them. This is perfectly natural but you still give the songs a chance.. Sometimes this gives us the best surprises of all. Please review a group called "Home Free" they are an acapella group that won "The Sing Off" on NBC. I would suggest "I can't outrun you" or "Ring of Fire" . They do Ring of Fire with Avi Kaplan from pentatonix. Its the song Johnny Cash made famous. They also do a rendition of "How Great Thou Art" which leaves people speechless and sometimes in tears. Amazing talent. Thanks again for the great job you two do. :)

I grew up with this kinda music. Listening to him on 97.1 with my PawPaw. I will always love me some Hank.

4:00 I’m glad you guys pointed out the hip hop equivalent to this early stage country. It takes a lot to actually enjoy foundational stuff from different genres.

I listened to country as a little kid, since it's what my mom listened to. Still love Willie Nelson, Glen Cambell, Johnny Cash... Then, I discovered Hip Hop. I still have a special place in my heart for 1980's era Hip Hop artists from back then. In the early 90's when I was in high school, I got into Rock and Metal. That's become my mainstay into my adult life, 20+ years later. This is why I love your reactions. There's songs I love that you do, and ones you don't. Then, there's reactions like this... where I really want to like Hank Williams, but it's just so dated I can't get into most of his work. There's a million songs I've suggested. I really want to see a reaction to Acid Bath - 'The Morticians Flame.' That song was part of the reason why I met my wife. Then there's the other stuff... I'd be curious to see your reaction to MC Chris. He's classified as Nerdcoare Hip Hop (I won't suggest any of the Star Wars themed songs since Ryan refuses.) However... 'Japanese Maid' would be start from him. I'm expecting laughter.

Do a reaction to the late Stevie Ray Vaughan. One of the best guitarist ever. Texas Flood (from Live at the El Mocambo)

My Poppa took my Mom to see Hank in a barn. He traveled and played like that a lot. I love Hank. My Poppa sounded just like him.

Love Hank sr and jr. ❤️ This is a good song to have a few glasses of whiskey too sittin on the porch listening to the rain ...

You guys should listen to some Hank III. I recommend Three Shades of Black or Loners 4 Life

Damn all the way back to the Stone Age with senior! 🔥😝

Hank III. We saw him once and he did three sets. 1st set was his granddaddy’s music (and he sounds just like him). 2nd set was Hank Jr music, the 3rd set turned into his own music of heavy metal that had a mosh pit. It was really cool to see the diversity and the growth and change of music through style and decades.

Just stumbled across you guys . This sht is great . It’s cool watching younger dudes from a different background reacting to some of my favorite music . Zep , hank ? Hank Jr? . Just cool , idk . Keep it up !!