Manfred Mann - Blinded by the Light REACTION 

I love how you make me 'listen' to a song I've heard a million times. When you hear a song so often, you lose how good it is sometimes, but you make me hear it properly again. I don't know if that makes sense to anyone else. lol.

PS. A "deuce" is a 1932 Ford turned into a hot rod, similar to the hot rod in the ZZ Top videos.

This is a great song that gets stuck in your head.

I was only seven, just laying on my floor in the dark with the radio, this song came on, and this is the first time I ever felt a song get INSIDE me, move THROUGH me, almost mind-altering, my body disappeared, such as the way I'd later find Pink Floyd to be. I've never forgotten how that felt.

Mama always told me not look into the eyes of the sun, but mama, that's where the fun is!

A curly-wurly is also a 1932 Deuce Coupe

There's just something about 70s music. I get this little excited feeling in my heart and in my gut whenever I hear this stuff. Kinda like falling in love. Man, I miss all that music. Now I get to hear it for the first time vicariously through your ears. Thanks JV. Oh and that thing you like with the left and right side of the headphones is called Stereo. Peace all.

you see... rock music was NOT just for dancing.... it was to sit back and listen, and to feel, and to dream.... and to love...

A classic, but my grandson is 17 and this is one of his favorite songs too.....Great for all ages !!

Manfred Mann earlier song of Do Wah Diddy Diddy

The empty rocker with Roy's guitar is a sublime tribute to a great Master of popular music.

Lyrics: (don't expect them to make sense) [Intro] Blinded by the light Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night Blinded by the light Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night Blinded by the light Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night [Verse 1] Madman drummers bummers Indians in the summer with a teenage diplomat In the dumps with the mumps as the adolescent pumps His way into his hat With a boulder on my shoulder, feelin' kinda older I tripped the merry-go-round With this very unpleasin', sneezin' and wheezin' The calliope crashed to the ground The calliope crashed to the ground! [Chorus] But she was blinded by the light Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night Blinded by the light Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night Blinded by the light Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night Blinded by the light Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night [Verse 2] Some silicone sister with a manager mister Told me I got what it takes She said "I'll turn you on sonny to something strong Play the song with the funky break" And go-cart Mozart was checkin' out the weather chart To see if it was safe outside And little Early-Pearly came by in his curly-wurly And asked me if I needed a ride Asked me if I needed a ride! [Chorus] But she was blinded by the light Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night Blinded by the light [Breakdown] She got down but she never got tired She's gonna make it through the night She's gonna make it through the night [Instrumental Solo] [Bridge] But mama, that's where the fun is But mama, that's where the fun is Mama always told me not to look into the eyes of the sun But mama, that's where the fun is [Verse 3] Some brimstone baritone anticyclone rolling stone Preacher from the east Says, "Dethrone the dictaphone, hit it in it's funny bone That's where they expect it least" And some new-mown chaperone was standin' in the corner Watching the young girls dance And some fresh-sown moonstone was messin' with his frozen zone Reminding him of romance The calliope crashed to the ground [Chorus] But she was blinded by the light Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night Blinded by the light Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night [Counter Chorus] Blinded by the light (Madman drummers bummers, Indians in the summer) Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night (With a teenage diplomat) Blinded by the light (In the dumps with the mumps as the adolescent pumps) Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night (His way into his hat) Blinded by the light (With a boulder on my shoulder, feelin' kinda older) Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night (I tripped the merry-go-round) Blinded by the light (With this very unpleasin', sneezin' and wheezin) Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night (The calliope crashed to the ground) Blinded by the light (Now Scott with a slingshot finally found a tender spot) Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night (And throws his lover in the sand) Blinded by the light (And some bloodshot forget-me-not said daddy's within earshot) Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night (Save the buckshot, turn up the band) Blinded by the light (Some silicone sister with a manager mister) Revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night (Told me I got what it takes) Blinded by the light (She said, "I'll turn you on sonny to something strong") [Outro] She got down, but she never got tired She's gonna make it through the night

You can't say that song "ended to soon". Hahaha... ALWAYS LOVED THAT SONG!!!

I used to think they said "blinded by the light revved up like a DOUCH" lolol

Another 70s Rock classic: Gary Wright, "Dream Weaver"

I love seeing your surprise at how good music was back in the day 🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶😂😂😂

I've never heard the extended version of this song, only the radio edit, so thank you! If you want to hear the best Progressive Rock band of all time at their very best, react to Yes-Starship Trooper Live 1972. Prepare to have your mind blown.

Invoking major chills throughout the whole song...

All time classic J! Remember this like it was yesterday back in middle school.

With all due respect to Bruce, whom I revere, Manfred Mann owns this song..... just like Patti Smith owns Because the Night, another classic penned by Springsteen.

Great song and reaction bruh. This song doesn't sound like it's 44 years old lol and the singer is amazing too! Everything is amazing, the instruments, the mood, the funny lyrics!

How can a song so old be so creative, complex ,interesting & sound so modern - the musicians of yesteryear were true masters of their craft - I know there is still good music around today but nothing i hear these days has come close to reaching the levels of creativity & the imagination of the era from where this song originates .

This is one of those rare songs that truly is beyond compare.

It was the number one song of 1975. Still one of my favorite after 45 years.

I still crank my cars radio when ever this is on FM, and sing it at the top of my lungs. Was in highschool in 1976 when this came out. I may be old now, but this song still brings back my youth. Good to see younger generations can rock out to music from back in the day.

Okay let's all admit it right now. We all said "wrapped up like a douche until the roller in the night!" Now, having said that, this song is an all time classic. And Jovaughn, you're a star.

The song that no one knows the lyrics.

Grab the car get the girls head out to the lake on a moonlit night . Wine and smoke , Manfred Man blaring from the car stereo . Everyone high singing at the top of their lungs . Man that was fun , and so long ago .

Remember sitting in the back of my mothers station wagon , when this came on the radio we knew we were going to have fun.

I am a big Springsteen fan,but this is one of very few songs that I actually like the cover better.Their version of Bob Dylan's "Quinn the Eskimo" is also fantastic and better than the original.This whole album,"The Roaring Silence" and another album called "Flight" are amazing prog rock albums.Much like Pink Floyd,the best way to listen is in the dark,with headphones cranked up,eyes closed and a hit or two(or more) of pot(in the states where it is legal,of course) or a few drinks if that isn't what you are into,and just let the music take you away.Don't pay too much attention to the lyrics,just feel the music.

Chris Thompson was a hugely underrated singer, normally I laugh at people saying someone was underrated cos they never are but in this case I'll never understand why Thompson isn't up there with Paul Rogers and other British rock singers.

Springsteen also wrote "Because The Night" for the Patti Smith Group and "Fire" for The Pointer Sisters.

Never heard this full version before. Stunning.

When I hear Manfred Mann I always think of the song " I Came For You"..it was popular on a local hangouts Juke Box back in the day.

See no matter what kind of music you like it will bring us all together

Bruce Springsteen wrote this song. His version was recorded in 1973.

One of my favourites!! Still got the original 45.

This song was written by Bruce Springsteen. I was lucky to have been born in the early 70's. I got to grow up with a lot of amazing songs. Technology had greatly improved from the 60's so the 70's had a lot of great-sounding music. It was a great time to grow up.😉

I'd forgotten how good this was.

No matter how many times I hear this song I never get sick of it! It could stay on repeat for hours!

This song is very rich musically... wonderful.

This is my favorite song of all time...always has been.✌️😎

If you like this try Yes, Roundabout.

In 1977 this song: "Written by Bruce Springsteen" led me to his music and I haven't looked back since.

❤️❤️❤️‼️ OMG...seriously one on the best songs ever and as always your reaction is spot on‼️😍

This song is totally a ear-gasim ☺🤗🤗🤘🤘🔥🔥 glad you did the long version

Bruce did a storytellers special where he talked about taking out his rhyming dictionary to write this song 😂. His original version is very different. Both are great though in this version everyone thought they were saying douche 😂

Their version of Springsteens original.Manfred Mann were a superb 60's English band.

Sometimes we take these songs for granted. We listen to them a million times but when we watch someone experience it for the first time it makes us emotional.

This song has so much! Truly one of the Great Masterpieces in modern popular music .

You cannot go wrong with any tune off their Roaring Silence album. Love it!

This was one of the pivotal pieces of music that changed my appreciation for progressive music. And I have waited 45 years to watch someone who appreciates it as much as I do. This still remains one of my top 10 songs of all times.

One of my favorite songs of 1970's .. So Great!!!

Still loving the music. I'm glad as a black person I lived outside the box and loved rock and roll too. There's just something about how freely they played like praise breaks in church. Watching you all allows me to remember the first time hearing it with friends. Remember we only has radio. We had to wait for these songs to be played.

When I was a kid, we were always singing "wrapped up like a BLEEP...what"? LOLZ!

Thanks for doing the LP version. This is rarely ever heard on the radio circuit. Also the best version. Great react here J. Nice...very nice

such a brilliant song, never heard the extended version before

I was in eighth grade when this came out. Absolutely love it and bought the record, or maybe it was a Santa Christmas gift. In any case I played that record a whole lot.

They do a nice live version of this on "The Midnight Special."

Love it, takes me back

Wish I could get my nieces & nephews to hear these amazing old songs with your open mind! At 58 I love current music too, while never losing my appreciation for these older favorites. I bet decades from now, you will still be experiencing a richer life because you are open to fantastic music no matter the era of it’s origin. WTG!

They really knew how to produce back in the day.

I loved listening to this song from my teenage years - through your ears ♥️

Always loved this song! Blinded by the light! Revved up like a deuce another roller in the night. Deuce is a 32 Deuce Ford coup Hot Rod. 🎶🎶🎶🥁🥁🎶🎶🎧🎧

The chop sticks on the piano brings back so many memories. Even kids that couldn't play piano could play chop sticks

The Boss wrote it, but Manfred Mann stole it and made it his own! LOVE LOVE LOVE!

This is an 'all in one' kinda rock song. Takes you on a genuine rollercoaster of a rock ride!

Anytime I'm down, I just watch your joy and it's contagious

All these years and I have not heard this longer version. Thanks.

i am a rock music lover since i was a kid in the 70s and i have heard hundreds of top 100 rock songs of the 70s countdowns over the decades and the top 11 never change 11. this song 10. styx - come sail away 9. kansas - dust in the wind 8. eric clapton - cocaine 7. boston - more than a feeling 6. queen - bohemian rhapsody 5. john lennon - imagine 4. beatles - let it be 3. eagles - hotel california 2. lynyrd skynyrd - freebird 1. led zeppelin - stairway to heaven the 11 never change and i agree

What I love about this song is that I think Manfred Mann created a song that is pure... sound. What I mean is that the lyrics are verging on total nonsense, but they rhyme and resonate so pleasingly, just like all of the instruments do. So it's a vocal song but practically an instrumental in the way those vocals work. Anyway, great song and great reaction from you Jayvee. Kudos!

My friends brother knew Manfred Mann. An aquired taste back in the day, but the musical genius shines through now.

That's Chris Slade on the drums. One of the most versatile drummers at the time. Chris played for Tom Jones and then played for Manfred Mann. A super musician whom I respected greatly as a drummer myself. Good job...You're keeping the music alive and you have an uplifting outlook. I really like your vids. Keep up the great job! T/Y BTW the technical name for switching into ear to ear is called "Panning."

Thank you for doing this song, it's like a time machine to the 70s for me. You made my day :-)

Perhaps the greatest cover band!!

Manfred mann, has great songs and I recommend listening to "The Mighty Queen", written by Bob Dylan

Possibly the greatest Cover Song ever. Glad you liked it, it is a genuine classic.

Before radio played the same songs over and over again, we used to drive around for hours hoping this song would come on. Driving around in my 4 door maroon 1968 Dodge Dart, going nowhere, no worries , just listening to the radio....miss those nights....

What a rhyming book and a hotel room can get you.

One of the #1 rock songs of all-time.

This is one of my al time favorites 🎊❤️❤️

This version is way better than the original. the keyboard and guitar parts are simply amazing!

Wow Great song 🌹

my dad took me to see star wars when it first came out in theatres. on the way home this song came on the radio and its been my favorite song ever since. it is not only epic but it takes me back to that day.

The songs today seem like they take about 10 minutes to write. The old songs like this probably took months or years. Back when an artist was an artist!

'Do Wah Diddy Diddy' was their famous hit in the 60's. (Their music changed a lot... You'll hear it. :D )

So glad you listened to the long version of this classic first! We used to hope for it all the time when it would start to play on the radio. Decided benefit of being a night owl - they played the long version more often overnight!

Omg I was just a little toddler when this came out. And now after 40+ years I hear my 12 yr old daughter singing along. Fucking amazing.

I don't know what I get more pleasure from, either listening to the track or watching you. It's got to be both. 😊. Welcome to the 70s - again!

I have to say, I get so much joy out of watching you react to some of my favorite songs. Brings back memories to the first time I heard these songs WAY back then!

awesome, awesome tune-"mama always told me not to look into the eyes of the sun-but mama, that's where the fun is!" love that line

Great song from Manfred Man ☝️

I've only heard this on the radio and this version is much better, the instrumentals are wonderful and the lead singer is brilliant. I loved Manfred Mann, they are a very talented group and I agree with you that this is a masterpiece. Your reactions are as always fantastic, I love that you find the wonder in the music we lived and grew up with. I never had headphones we listened to the speakers and the little ones had fun going from one to the other to see what was different lol. Take care and stay safe please my friends, God bless you all love hugs and peace Mary-Ellen UK

It’s a blast watching you experience what some of us have known for a long time. Seeing our music through your reactions is amazing. Try some Doobie Brothers. I Cheat the Hangman. Another Park Another Sunday. Eyes of Silver. Keep ‘em coming.

It's a great sing-a-long song. I sing every lyric out loud in my room.

Have to say so many of the lyrics were screwed by us back in the day, some of it we just made up our own words. We never ran out of music, that's for sure.

Love this song. It has a little bit of everything. Brings back a lot of great memories.

Like this version more than the original. Today Kenny Loggins - Welcome to Heartlight came to my mind.

This song was written and performed by Bruce Springsteen for his debut album "Greetings From Asbury Park, NJ". Manfred Mann had a hit with the cover. A movie by the same name appeared in theaters in 2019. The point? You've gotta start reacting to more songs by Springsteen...LIVE !

I've said it before and I'll say it again...You are an absolute joy to watch! LOVE your reactions! Best to you J!