Rod Stewart - The Killing Of Georgie (Part I & II) REACTION! 

Billy, you have to put yourself in the time period in which this was...60’s, 70’s not acceptable at all. This is a beautiful tribute from Rod to tell Georgie’s story as it was.

I was a young child when this song came out and it helped shape the way I viewed the world and others in it, as good music with a story to tell can do.

This is a true story.He was a friend of rods

Rod is an Artist to get obsessed about...his catalogue, WOW! From late 60’s to current. Rod demands attention, he is a master in all he does. Tonight’s the Night Every Picture Tells A Story Maggie May

Billy, I'm a 55yr old father of 9 who grew up in the 70s and 80s, the stigmatism of being gay evolved so much in that time. Today most couldn't care one way or the other, so long as you're a good person, I don't care if you're gay, straight, black, white, brindle...... it doesn't matter, the person you are does. Just my opinion mate, have a good one, cheers.

I am 60...we didn't know stuff. We thought we were aware...this song made me aware and frankly, only because I was a fan of Rod.

This song never fails to give me chills. So sad and beautiful

Superb lyrics that just melt together , that tells a very sad story . Beautifully sung by Rod . What a back-catologue this guy has !

Brother man... it's not stupid. Its beyond brilliant. The melody of the song is meant to communicate the beauty of life and love that transcends all tragedy and differences we have. It did matter.... but it didnt. George led his life.. saw his truth was loved and appreciated and beguiled at the same time. The melody is tempo is perfect... it does make it trivial... but its meant to.... because he is saying it's a story told many times and many different ways.... but it's a story of us all

Thank you for your review. Screw the idiots who are taking issue. This song has come to light as Rod's last tour. He was extremely brave to come out with this. It is impossible not to get teary. The song Isn't about Boy George but incidentally his mum bought the album and quietly tucking it in his drawer, acknowledging she knew he was gay and okay with it.

This is not the first time I heard Rod Stewart, and it was certainly not the last. I always enjoyed his radio hits. Then I met my first husband in 1977 and he had the album "A Night on the Town". It was an awesome record all the way around, but I was extremely impressed by The Killing of Georgie parts I and II. There were not a lot of pro-gay songs around and it was heartening to see that Rod had the integrity to write this one.

Imagine what a touchy subject this was in the mid 70’s You were kinda down on the chorus that it was maybe lighthearted But listen to it again You might change your mind And the part 1 is telling Georgies story and celebrating his life

Welcome aboard! A masterpiece of a song. You're right, as long as it doesn't affect one's self , why should it matter how others choose to live?

This song is from the 70's and coming from Rod (obviously straight) the song reached out to many people (like me) who were straight too. I was 15 years old and it really made me open my eyes and empathise with people who were different to me. I feel grateful for that.

Rod has that distinctive raspy voice that I love …. like Springsteen and Bryan Adams to name a few.

Perfect world class ballad performed to perfection by my man. His entire physical manurism entirely and beautifully expressed every word. Amazing artist! 🎨🎵🎶💙✨🌠🎭

Brilliant song by a brilliant singer !!!!!

One of my favorite songs. This was on his very first album in the late 70's. Being Gay was not popular back then . It always makes me cry when I listen to it.

When Rod released this song it was banned because of the gay story. Times have changed thankfully and this song has become one of Rod's most successful.

This song stunned people back when it was released. The line nothing more and nothing less just wow for back then.

That’s how it was back then, very different now.

Good reaction Billy. I know this song inside out and it always Always gives me chills.

60's, 70's different time, Billy, people are more accepting now....sometimes

Now when you listen again, now you know why the rhythm is upbeat... it all makes sense. Tragic story but celebrate love and friendship Daring, beautiful song, even for today

Billy, Billy, Billy.. I was looking to listen to the killing of Georgie and your page popped up so I thought I'd give it a listen, you are amazing! I'm so glad I came across you. And I'm so glad to hear your thoughts about about this, I believe in live and let live as well. I'm a 98 pound girl and Rod Stewart has been my favourite, absolute favourite since I was in 4th grade… I can't tell you how many fights I got into to defend the fact that people were saying he was gay… who flippin cares if he is or not? What does it matter to you (the people)? How does it impede their life?? There are haters out there and it's very disturbing! You rock, I really dug everything you had to say, I normally do not hit subscribe on these but you, I am fo sho subscribing to because you are just cool as hell, or should I say... you so crazy! Thanks for doing what you do! And how about a reaction for Cinderella's (band) 'one for rock n roll' and 'Something to believe in' by Poison when u have time… have a great day and stay as you are ... positive and unbiased!

So glad you get this great song.

Singer songwriters are meant to stir up mixed feelings.....This is a super sad song and was a big deal for an artist like Rod Stewart to sing about this subject at that time. Ya might want to try David Bowie next.....

Going to do more Rod Stewart? Classic act, his song Stay with me ( by the Faces, he was the lead singer) and You’re in my heart are great songs.

excellent, yet sad song. R.I.P. Georgie.

Great reaction and wise words brother.I agree with you 100%

Love, Love this Song!!!

Billy Georgie was his friend for real and yes they do😢😢😢

It was so brave of rod this is a sad true story of his friend.in the 70s that could of been a a career ending song to sing about a gay friend

BYSC thanks for being so open.

One thing I’ve always felt about this song is that it isn’t necessarily about George being killed because he was gay. I’ve always felt that Rod is saying that it was nothing more than a random act of violence. The gangs only aim was to rob sn innocent passerby. He didn’t intend to take his life, he just pushed his luck a little too far. I could be wrong on this, I’d be happy to hear your opinions.

What he is doing is morphing into Georgie, his actions and the tune reflect Georgie's mannerisms.

Saw Rod 7 times...still have the ticket stubs. 😊

This album was part of my Mimi's collection and I would listen while putting together jigsaw puzzles. Ahh to be a kid before computers. I remember being moved by the words, and that there was no shortage of cruelty human beings do to each other. It made me be an ally.

Forever young, Maggie May, some guys have all the luck, and do ya think I’m sexy by Rod Stewart would be great for you to react to!

Rod is my all time favorite singer. My favorite song by him is " Lost in You

Billy...you are correct in that the music doesn't somehow fit the dialogue. But that's what's intended. It's meant to conflict...just like how our society is conflicting with this culture. So..don't be upset by it. Understand where it's coming from. Good work Billy.

I’m a nurse… we in a way are vets… we laugh sometimes to keep from crying…😢😢😢😂😂😂

Tod's eyes look really zoned out, like he is in his own world.

I haven't even listened yet...I subscribed because I don't know any others that will or have responded to this tune.

love your reaction

Ahhh Georgie...🥺💗

I Totally agree...

Thank you Billy ❤️

Georgie wasn't killed because he was gay. He was kicked out of his home because he was gay but his dying had nothing to do with being gay. He was attacked by a gang for no other reason than they were just looking for someone to rob. Georgie put up a fight and hit his head on the sidewalk and died as a result. Being gay was just a side story to how he died. Still a great song, though. it will make you think.

Billy you so crazy.

REAL STORY

This was released 40 years ago

7:40 minutes of the video: I was 7 years old when this song came out and my mom played this record 100's of times. Georgie wasn't killed because he was gay, he was walking down the streets of New Year late at night and he was being robbed and as the song saw's "didn't mean to take his life" as his head hit the curb when he fell.

Yes they did and he was for along time ridiculed for this song and even was accused him of it when he wasient

Respect. AND, this song is just perfection! I love this type of storytelling… Check out the album The Trails Of Van Occupanther if you like the storytelling.

He wasn't killed because he was gay, rod says so in the song. The gang went out to Rob someone, didn't matter who it was and the shooting was an accident

Due he wasn't killed for being gay, he was a random victim of of violence. The gang had no idea he was gay, they were just looking for a victim to rob. Georgie just happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. Georgie was actually in a place where he was accepted just the way he was. The tragedy of the story was for the fist time in his life he was happy and accepted by others only to have his life taken by group of thugs right when he had found happiness....... Listen to the song again closely.......

please react to more rod stewart i love watching your videos and rod is my all time favorite artist !!!!!!!!!

You are imposing today’s views upon the 70s....It was a different time.

I so respect your attitude ☺️

Can't judge a book by it's cover. Billy didn't wait to get all the facts, did he? Jumped the gun. Did you learn from this, Billy?

Yep. So sad.

Hey Billy. I Luv yer vids and I've been subscribed since the first one I saw. I realize that I'm not a Patron, but if you want a conversation, I'm curious about what you meant when you said that women should have the right to choose but men should have an equal right? Since men can't get pregnant, I'm wondering how that works in your ideology? I'm not trying to start an argument, I just wonder what your idea of 'equal' is in a circumstance where it can't exist?

I have always listened to this song as you think he's going to be killed because he's gay but he isn't. It's a street robbery gone wrong. Was never nothing to do with him being gay. The moral of the story is he lived as he wanted i.e. coming out. I may be wrong but this is how I've always heard it. Love rod (not all songs "if you think I'm sexy"🤣). You should listen to young Turks next! Amazing story telling again.

So much fun watching notorious cocksman Rod mincing about in character! Good review, thanks!

This was the 70s different times then not like the woke of today

This happened back in the 70’s it was not accepted .

I’m not sure if you already have done cryin for me by Toby Keith but if you haven’t I really think you should

React to fozzy Judas and if everyone cared by Nickelback

Like Texas said, it was their in the 70's, remember it was a robbery, he was also showing, the times

You obviously just don't get it, um rod Stewart certainly wasn't racist or homophobic. It's not about you . With all due respect, you're trying to make it about yourself 🙄🙄

really? why did he have to explain he needed love like everyone else.....kinda basic, conversing with his mom about his homosexuality. sure george is gay, but he wasnt killed because of it.....*to roll some innocent passerby*, it was a complete accident that he fell and hit his head. sure the song is about gay georgie, but he wasnt killed for being gay., he was just a gay person in a tragic event.

It was a mugging gone wrong, not a homophonic attack.

lol in those days same cant say anything, guys things never chnge . only gets new names

Oh you need to go back and look at the gay community from the 50/60/and 70s not like now

Billy, this was 1976, different times, why do people care what colour you are, I can tell you back in 1976 in the UK we had much more bigotry than in 2024.

Stop with comments listen!!

You just talk too much !!

Educate yourself from before google

I’m sorry I don’t care for your channel !!