Night Moves - Bob Seger | College Students' FIRST TIME REACTION! 

Finally hitting some more Bob Seger!!! 'Night Moves' was easily the most suggested song we saw from you guys, we put it as an option on the poll a few weeks back and you all knocked it out of the park!! Make sure to vote in this week's poll! What's the next song we gotta hit from Seger!? Have a great weekend guys! :)

SEGER IS THE MAN!

"I woke last night to the sound of thunder" - I was waiting for the guys to get to this at 3:59, one of the all time moments in music history, when Seger shifts the entire meaning of the phrase "Night Moves," and changes the song from a young-lust anthem to everything we lose along the way, yet always long for.... one day you have the world in the freaking palm of your hand, the next day you are humming a song from 1962. Ain't it funny how the night moves. Priceless reaction thanks guys.

It's ironic how we're reminiscing about a song that is about reminiscing.

Boys, all I can tell you is that I've heard this song a thousand times since I was a kid and never thought too much about it. Last night when I first watched your vid, I really listened to it for the first time - and now at age 50 - it hit me like a ton of bricks. Don't know that a young person can fully appreciate what it feels like to look back on the glory of your youth across the years. It is a truly bittersweet feeling. After hearing it, I downloaded his greatest hits and have spent today listening. Now these are songs I've heard all by life, but now - Holy Sh#t - the lyrics. So many of them have these same nostalgic undertones - Like a Rock, Against the Wind, Hollywood Nights, just to name a few. You boys have shown me something that has been right under my nose for years. Thank you!

When this song came out in 1977, I was just 13. That said, I didn’t appreciate the subject matter. Then one day you wake up and you’re 40+ and even 50+, and you think back to those teen years, the fumbling, tumbling times of awkward passion, and you become weak in the knees and your heart bleeds. If you only knew then what you know now and if you only knew then that those times would be so fleeting yet so ingrained in your very soul. To the point when he says “started singing a song from 1962”, you change the year to 1982 (senior year in HS) and, every single time you hear it to this very day, you fight back tears. THAT, gents, is powerful stuff and THAT takes talent. And he does it with so many songs. Listen to Against the Wind and We’ve Got Tonight just to name two more heart-tugging Seger gems.

This guy can tell a story....... Smooooooth

“I awoke last night to the sound of thunder. How far off I sat and wondered”? My favorite line from any song, anywhere. Especially the pauses.

This is such a deeper song than they realize. Seger's looking back on his teenage years wistfully, realizing how far he's come and also how much he's lost over the years. Lost childhood innocence - even the sexual awakening is something that everyone can relate to. This is a classic for a reason - it resonates with everyone who hears it. Listen a few more times and the meaning gets deeper.

it’s interesting....Andy, you were talking about wanting to cry...and Alex, you spoke of goosebumps. What that feeling is that he evoked so well was nostalgia.....looking back from being older to the days of youth and awakening. Seger’s brilliance is that he can make young guys like you two FEEL the emotions of a middle-aged or older guy looking back. Now, THAT’S brilliant writing......and emotive singing....

I'm 57, and it feels like I've loved this song my whole life. Nostalgia, melancholy, gratitude, joy . . . all at once.

"With autumn closin' in". Gets me every time, esp. now that the end is closer than the beginning in my life.

This is literally - the song of my life. I was a senior in high school when this came out - and Susanne and I would steal away any chance we could - and enjoy naked teenage romance in the back of a car. We even got caught by the cops once - fully nude doing it - when a tap on the window happened. We even did it to this very song playing on the radio during those summer nights. When I was in my 30's - I'd wake at night and listen to the thunder - and I would think of her and wonder how she was doing as my wife laid beside me asleep and the kids in the other room. Now I'm in my 60's - and this yearning for that time has never left me - sure I have a good life - but part of living good is keeping a small ember in a corner of your heart of a memory from long ago. This song can evoke a tear - and a melancholy longing that burns so good. Ah - I remember those night moves.

The devastated look on Andy's face when he thought the song was over too soon--priceless! Well-deserved S-tier rating.

Bob Seger, can’t get much better in my opinion.

This song brings a tear to my eyes, reminds everyone of being a teen, summer time and learning night moves

"Felt the lightning.......Waited on the thunder..." - Damn I wish I'd written that.

Main Street is one of his best.

Hey guys, you really need to do an analysis of the lyrics here. The early part of the song is him as a young man; hooking up, care free. The mid/late part is him remembering his earlier life, and missing it. The killer line is “...with autumn closing in”. It’s a metaphor for aging and getting closer to death. Such a powerful song that only gets stronger as you age and see yourself as the subject.

The best Seger song he ever wrote and recorded....”Roll Me Away”....

When you grow up in the upper midwest you know to count the seconds from the lightning to the thunder. 5 seconds per mile. This just reminds me of summer so much. Parking in the woods and practicing, and then becoming drive-in news.

Hollywood Nights. The drive of that song is incredible.

"I used her, she used me, but neither one cared. We were gettin' our share." Ah, to be young again. "With autumn closin' in. . ."

I was at Lollapalooza in Michigan back in ‘94. Smashing Pumpkins were headlining and in the middle of the song Hummer (I believe it was Hummer), the music went into its quiet section, the lights went down on stage as the song decrescendoed into silence...into which a familiar voice rang out, “I woke last night to the sound of thunder...how far off I sat and wondered...[crowd is screaming at this point]...started humming a song from 1962...ain’t it funny how the night moves...when you just don’t seem to have as much to lose...strange how the night moves...with autumn rolling in...” and the band rolled into the capper of Night Moves with Bob Seger singing. People were going mental, doubly so because he is quintessentially Michigan. That. Was. Amazing.

I know of no other song that so completely captures the mood and circumstances of being a teenager in the 1970's. This song is a Cornerstone of my own teen life, back then. Dude, I tear up on the part too; because I miss that sweet, simple time.

I'll never listen to today's music and regret having grown up in the 70s. Welcome to my high school days. I can literally see myself and my friends standing around by our cars at night somewhere, drinking beer, talking shit about people who weren't there, wishing there were more girls around and listening to music like this blasting from someone's car stereo. Rock on, dudes. 😎🔥🤘

"strange how the night moves....with autumn closing in..." is one of my all time favorite lines

I was 16 when this album came out and working on my own "night moves". Now, I'm 61 and autumn has passed. This song is so epic. A song about young kids relieving the bordem with sex and how the man remembers, with both fondness and pain, those days of freedom and recklessness. I was too young at 16 to appreciate the beauty and wisdom in the words, but I sure do get it now! Whenever I hear this song, I'm instantly 16 again fogging up the windows with some boy at the local drive-in. 45 years have not dimmed my love for this song.

I'm a retired 60 yr old Marine who has the same reaction as Andy every time I hear this song. I've watched this reaction many times, and it always lifts me up and makes me smile. Appreciate the emotion and the authenticity you young men bring to every video.

I’ve got to mention “Against the Wind.”

A lil disappointed that they didn’t mention how absolutely perfect and essential the backup singers are to the vibe of this song, but great reaction.

Now imagine a concert venue, when the song gets quiet and everyone explodes when he hits that beat again. Sauce explosion!

Seger somehow invokes all the magic of youth and summer. I always feel so nostalgic listening to his music. He hits the feelers hard!

Heard this song a thousand times over the decades and I still turn it up today. It NEVER gets old. THANK U, guys! Seger is wonderful. Bob and the SBB can tear it up, too. Be the first reviewers on RU-vid to react to a rock radio staple for 44 yrs- "Travelin' Man/Beautiful Loser" (from "Live Bullet")- a scorcher that has it all and will impress the hell out of you.

I have never seen Andy lose his shit so bad over a song before. Lord, I remember.

Bob Segar is the ultimate story teller in song. You just got a small taste of the talent of this man. It's easy for me to relate to all the phases the song carries us thru. I'm 63 and I lived this song. I'm still living the last verse today...

This guy doesn’t just sing songs he tells stories. My all the fav is Main Street. Please give it a try. Thank you peace ✌️

Come to Poppa. Anyone? Underrated classic!

There’s no feeling in the world like listening to Bob Seger on a hot, humid, small town Michigan summer night.

One of the most brilliantly written songs ever...and that's coming from a 60+ year old guy who got to see a lot of classic rock and roll bands in their prime...:-) By the way...your reaction was one of the best I've ever seen to any song. Glad to see the young ones enjoying great music!

When talking about “greatest singers” Bob Seger is rarely mentioned, but he has a fantastic voice.

Main Street and Still the Same by Bob Seger. A great lyricist.

The next Bob Seger songs should be, “ Rockin’ Roll Never Forgets”, “Like a Rock”, “Strut”, “We’ve got Tonight”, Hollywood Nights”.

I can't tell you how many times I've watched this reaction, but it's an embarrassing amount of times. Firstly, this song is perfection, it is a masterclass on songwriting. Bob Seger's voice just makes you feel all warm inside, it's a rare and beautiful talent. Those backgound vocals are so soulful, like they're taking me to church! The sublime lyrics, everyone in the world can relate to them, we all had that age when we were working on our Night Moves, it's a right of passage that is unforgettable. Now that I've waxed poetic about the genius of Night Moves, I have to throw some poetry to the Gents. @Andy & Alex Your reaction is genius! From Andy almost brought to tears, to Alex's dissapointment when you thought the song was over. Andy, when you fist pumped at the revival and the background vocals, I was fist pumping right with you. Alex when you said "Sounds like some Scooby Doo shit", I almosy lost my shit, that was so freakin' funny! What I'm trying to say here, is that you are the best reaction channel, your reactions are always real and it's commendable, you're never faking it. Why am I saying all of this? Because I want Andy & Alex to reach 100K. The Gents work really hard to bring top notch content. They also foster a great sense of community. The A&A community is full of amazing, music loving, strong opinion having, passionate, smart people and it'd be awesome to have some more lunatics in the asylum, right? If A&A reach 100K us fans get a full album reaction! I've gone back to every A&A video to make sure I hit that "like" button, it helps the algorithm, so that they'll be suggested to more people. Let's get the Gents to 100K All you have to do is Like, Comment, Subscribe, Share and Feel the Love!

This song has so much pathos, when you listen to it as an older person. Lost youth, the beauty of being young, all of that.

More Seger!! YES!! You could fill a month doing Seger.

"Timeless" You have no idea how true this is. The more years you get under your belt the more true this statement becomes. Nostalgia, thy name is Seger. "Songwriting at its finest" Also true. One of a handful of singer/songwriters that can stand the test of time. So many Seger songs to choose from. You can't go wrong no matter where you pick them. You have heard two of his most famous songs. Both played on classic rock stations two or three times a day. It goes so much deeper. You have no idea yet. But, you will. Seger will make you cry, dance and get philosophical. Sometimes in the same song. He honed his craft for years before he became popular outside of the Detroit area. He earned every accolade he has received. Turn this into an all Seger channel and you're good for at least a year. Thanks for this reaction. More, please and thank you

Against the Wind. Bob Seeger was the quintessential Midwest rocker, along with John Mellencamp

I just watched your reaction to this song. I love how moved you were by Bob. I've been listening to him for about 45 years. No other singer touches my soul like Bob Seger. You guys have a new fan ! ❤

“Woke last night to the sound of thunder, how far off, I sat and wondered.” For anyone who grew up in the midwest, this absolutely evokes the feeling of summer nights. You can picture the lightning bugs flitting around.

Against the Wind has one of the greatest lines ever in a rock song. Hollywood Nights. Turn the Page. Hard to go wrong with Bob Seger.

You guys are really missing out if you haven't reacted to Bob Seger's Travelling Man/Beautiful Loser, it's one of his best!

This song always gives me goosebumps and brings tears to my eyes I’m 60 years old now and boys does this bring back memories.

Now you MUST listen to "Against the Wind"

You guys just looked like a couple of kids in the candy store with this one. This is a song that never fails to pull you out of time and body all alone in the car at night. Looks like it had pretty much the same effect on you guys. Great reaction!!

I remember the backseat of my 65 galaxy or my 71 Thunderbird.. this song still gives me chills every time I hear it.

Everything about this. The reaction hit as hard as the song. It’s pure 🔥 and deserves that S. At least my fifth time back to listen again. I’m a boomer so this really digs deep now, with autumn 🍂 closing in. Alex scooby do remark…priceless. Andy almost to tears fist pumping made me tear up. There is no one better than you guys in every way. Thanks 💕

"the level of charisma that was just displayed". YES! That's Bob Seger! What an entertaining reaction. Nice works guys!

and THIS is what I want when I watch reaction videos. THIS.

Boys, you have given me the gift of hearing songs I’ve listened to 25,000 times with new ears. Cannot ever thank you enough. Rock on, goofballs. 🙏🙏🙏

This was so emotional to watch... that was my boyfriend's favorite song. Unfortunately he passed away in 2005, but any time I hear this song I can't help but smile remembering how much he *loved* listening to this

Excellent choice guys. Bob Seger is an extraordinary story teller through his music. According to Seger, he actually had a 1960 Chevy Bel Aire during his time in high school, the same '60 Chevy in which he lost his virginity. After listening to this classic tune, you'll understand my comment much better. I highly suggest "Main Street", I have no doubt that you guys will totally enjoy it. 😊✌

Next Bob Seger song you do Hollywood Nights.

I remember when this album was released. It was playing everywhere and it reminds me of beautiful summer days

A Beautiful Classic Song . Can’t get more American than this❤️

He has the type of voice that women yearn for their men and the voice guys wished they had.

She was a black haired beauty with big dark eyes And points all her own sitting way up high Way up firm and high

I love how much Andy was affected by this song. Seeing the genuine reactions and emotions are what I love about you guys and all the other reactors that I watch. :-)

Bob gives off a tremendous amount of emotion when he sings. He's also a wonderful storyteller. Hope you'll consider "Main Street."

Must listen next: MAIN STREET MAIN STREET MAIN STREET You'll thank me later. ✌

The only problem with Bob Seger's "Main Street" is it should be three times longer. It's the only song I know where the hook is one guitar note. Whenever it hits, it is like you're inhaling the sweetest waft of wildflowers with your eyes closed on the perfect Spring day.

That was far and away your best reaction .... as I type with tears still in my eyes.

Back when songs like this came out, there was SO much great music that maybe we took it for granted. Now, when the younger people like yourselves listen to it and break down the actual greatness of songs, it gives us old farts a whole new appreciation of what we had. Thanks for what you do, guys.

" These geese are trying to fly south for the winter." 😂

“Against the wind” next please

25 when this came out and have loved it ever since. At 72 the song has taken on a whole new meaning. Seger always has that one line.."with autumn closing in.."

Two other songs come to mind when I hear this: "The River" by Bruce Springsteen, and "Running on Empty" by Jackson Browne

"Working on mysteries without any clues". Ain't that the truth. I always smile a little in fond reminisce of my awkward youth.

It's interesting how when he was young it was summer time... but later... autumn is closing in. It happens surprisingly fast.

Oh yeah, I almost forgot.. you guys are SO young. Appreciate every moment. You have no choice about when you were born, or where, or to whom. And there you are, and you have this great music to frame the arc of life, and I'm just some old guy feeling you in the moment.

There aren’t enough “ya ya ya”’s in music anymore. So jealous you got to hear that for the first time. One of my top 10 all-time best songs, and my husband’s all-time number one favorite song. Brings me back to high school. Thanks for the ride down memory lane. 🥃🎸🎸🎸🎧

Hollywood Nights is a good one. Main Street, Sunspot Baby is a personal favorite of mine..theyre all great songs.

I still am shocked that more people don't request the next Bob Segar song to be "Mainstreet". It has one of the most ICONIC guitar melodies of all time! It's astounding song writing. SUCH a good song. Can't wait for Andy & Alex to hear it!

Can you see how many times I've watched this... Fav reaction and last S given

Saw him in 1980. Played for 3 hours under the stars in Miami. Opening acts were: .38 Special, Blackfoot, Molly Hatchet. It was the best concert I’ve ever been to. Seger was incredible. He left it all on the stage.

“What if this song was just about a weather report?” LOL! I love listening to these guys.

In the same song, you smile, you laugh, and you cry. That's Bob Seger. Wait till you hear this song late at night when you're driving.

I have rewatched this reaction 10 times over the months... I used to always get choked up listening to it and I love seeing Andy getting choked up as I have tears in my ears and a big silly grin on my face. Almost 60, I sit with a drink and remember... I remember, I remember, I remember...

“Working on mysteries without any clues”. The best lyric line ever written about a teen trying to handle growing up.

I’ve heard this song many times, but this time I realized it starts out sounding like a John Mellancamp sound, and ends sounding like a Van Morrison song. Anyone else hear what I’m hearing?

Next Bob Seger....."Fire Down Below", "Rock & Roll Never Forgets", "Hollywood Nights" or "Feel Like A Number". Take your pick, they are all equally saucy! I guarantee an "ORANGE SLICE" on at least two of these.

Night Moves was on the radio all the time when I was in Junior and Senior High and of course I went and bought the album and of course the whole theme of it resonated because that's what you do at that age. But it wasn't until I was much older that I appreciated the true depth and breadth of this song. I kind of had a haunting feeling back then when he said that Autumn was closing in, but once you get older and you've lived a lot of life and you look back on those early explorations, it just all falls into perspective and it's so powerful. What a brilliant song and what an amazing emotional performance, and what a great arrangement.

Ive been driving for almost 40 years and part of every road trip preparation starts with the Bob catalog being packed.

This song is still relevant in 2020. Straight up one of the most beautiful songs ever written. The piano, the acoustic riffs, the vocals, the backup vocals, all perfectly arranged. You dont get that in modern music ; it's a shame.

Alex has goosebumps. Andy squirming in his chair 3 different times, thinking the song had ended too early. I feel like I need to hand each of you a damp washcloth! You have both experienced a sublime masterpiece.

It’s the summer time of your life .. and u don’t know Autumn is closing in .. until it’s too late and it’s a sweet memory and its okay .. it’s life . it’s beautiful

Been listening to "Night Moves" 46 yrs.. since '76....just as great as the first time hearing it.

Main Street, Come to Poppa ... a few more

Finally more Bob Seger ICONic voice

great reaction...the older you get..the more you'll appreciate the nostalgia this song captures...