In this video my wife and I continue our journey into Maiden with Rime of the Ancient Mariner. We both thought this song was amazing and are looking forward to more Iron maiden.
I swear I was going to say something.. for a different reason lol. I'm 48 now.. but the h.s. I went to , warriors was our school mascot and name. All of us who were part of the long haired hippy crowd connected on Facebook and call our group the hippy warriors. Lol. I know it's not relevant to your shirt. But when I saw it . .I was like " i have to get me one" lol
you kidding? first thing i noticed. warrior of peace, a saying that is contradictory in fact but true in spirit. many great spiritual truths are like this.
In High School we studied this poem. We told the teacher, and older, very proper lady, about this song. She asked us to bring in a copy....I had the cassette, if you know what that is...lol. She played the whole song in class, and then we had a discussion about the song. On the test, she actually had a few questions about the song. At the time I thought that was just the coolest thing ever.
Keith Harrelson I had it in school first year of high school in Lebanon. It is Samuel Taylor Coleridge he formed the romantic age which is also known as the 18th century in english poetry. I love Bruce Dickinson he is the best vocalist of iron maiden and very happy to know beat throat cancer, also Steve Harris by far the best bassist in the world. The whole band is very talented and epic.
hey keith, same with me.. studied it in HS as well. told my teacher the same thing. brought it in and had the whole class listen. I got extra credit for bringing it to her attention.
...it was july 2008 when Iron Maiden was performing at Helsinki olympic stadium...beautiful warm summer evening and they played this song...just before the song started, a seagull flew over the stadium...concert was great with 45000 people singin along the songs...
I was 16 too. Was living in San Diego when they did 4 nights in Long Beach for "Live After Death." This is a great tune: I had to deep dive this poem in college. ❤❤❤
Susana Sergent I’ve found Maiden fans are some of the most Loyal, not only to the band but to each other I’ve ever seen. I’m thankful to be a family member.
The best thing about Maiden fans (or just metal bands in general) is that they stay true to their favourit band forever. Rock and metal dead? Anyone who thinks this is stupid up to the point of foolishnis. \m/
Annie Otten My 7 year old son loves Iron Maiden, Megadeth, AC/DC, KISS, Manowar, Type O-Neg, Kid Rock, Hank Jr., and the Old Town Road song, 😂. As long as we teach our kids the sounds of music it’ll never die. BTW Iron Maiden is his favorite and the most underrated song from The Number of the Beast “The Prisoner,” is his favorite right now. This kid’s just like his dad, how can you truly have a favorite Iron Maiden song? 🤘🤘UpTheIrons🤘🤘
I like how you chose to use titanic. At first, I was like, who chooses that word what a dope. Then instantly im like: im dumb..that was the witty option, as opposed to any other synonyms lol
Turning into metal heads. This is a beautiful thing to watch. I agree that listening to Maiden songs musically and lyrically does take you on a journey. And you notice the Bruce Dickinson laugh. I call it the Bruce Dickinson cackle. It is a part of his signature style that adds to his theatrical performances on stage.
I used to live in WV in the late 80's and me and my best friend used to pray for thick foggy nights so we could go out on the river just to listen to this song. Was some of the best times in my life Just sitting in the boat in the middle of the fog covered river. Definitely a song that's lyrics can paint a vivid picture in your mind and make you feel like you're there. UP THE IRONS!!!!
they are certainly up there,but i saw hendrix live,and the stones,the who,led zep,james brown,stevie wonder at his early 70's peak,the doors,dylan,sabbath,purple and pink floyd.(all in the 70's, 80's and the 90's) so i've been a little spoiled,but Maiden always put on a show and i've seen them 7 times since 1979 and loved them every time.Live is their forte though for sure.
They are good, but in my book, theres no one that even comes close to Maiden. They are all around 1st class. On every level. Best part is they did not destroy themselves either. Very unique indeed.
Not a big headbanger but I love this band. Every song is like reading a book. It takes you on a journey. I have seen them 3 times and their concerts blow you away.
Why do my eyes fill with water everytime I hear the ending? The mariner's bound to tell of his story To tell this tale wherever he goes To teach God's word by his own example That we must love all things that God made And the wedding guest's a sad and wiser man And the tale goes on and on and on
Thats awesome, in Berlin! After the Wall in Berlin came down, my Schweinfurt metal band called Mystery traveled into the former East Germany where I performed in front of a bunch of skin heads and Nasis!! I blew them away with Maiden singing songs like Fear of thw Dark, Alexander the Great, Wasted Years, Infinite Dreams, Hallowed be thy Name etc.....
The two times you reacted with "ooooh...." to the lyrics, both of those time the lyrics were original stanzas from Coleridge's poem... "water water everywhere and not a drop to drink" and the whispered portion about the star-dogged moon.
This is one of their best songs ever. The composition of this song is pure genius. I just love how Maiden puts your mind right there as you are actually watching the destruction as it happens.... Pure genius.
@@terrevoges3242 Not familiar with the poem ,eh? No one was headed to the north pole in either story. Dozens of similarities between the two stories, none are hard to spot.
@@terrevoges3242 the mariner's voyage is to the Antarctica, not Arctica: the lyrics go "...south to the land of snow and ice..." and later they sail back north until all is calm.
Never have I hit the like button so fast in my life. Great reaction to this masterpiece, guys! One awesome epic Maiden song out of the way, plenty more to go. Chronologically, Alexander The Great should be the next one.
it's also probably more instrumental than the Mariner. I think these guys would have a strong appreciation for Empire of the Clouds if they liked this song
Best Rime of the ancient mariner reaction video on RU-vid! Your reaction to the lyrics made me so happy 😁😁 thinking to myself finally someone that gets it! 🤟😎🤟
Great to see both ya'all.... and thanks for giving the Rime the consideration it deserves... old.............. and great... they do indeed take us all on a musical journey, you got that down. my young kids love iron maiden....... I will indulge.
I know I shouldn’t covet another man’s wife, but DAYMN, Tasha is AWESOME! I, like others, would love to see you take on Maiden’s WWI epic, Paschendale. Also, try out their incredible ode to D-Day, The Longest Day.
I am a Maiden fan sinds I was 13 years old. Now I am 49. In my time music fans where separated. Metal fans from other kind of music. Nice to see and here your comments from both that probably not into Metal. Love to see the lady swagging and bouncing on IRON MAIDEN like it's an RNB song 🤘
As you said, this feels like a journey. Maiden with Bruce adopted a more "epic" attitude early on. They have many songs like this one, like Alexander the Great for example (you will love it). I think you should check their song Wrathchild and/or Killers from their Killers album. Back then, they had Paul Di Anno on the vocals, and oh damn, Maiden were almost a different band back then due to his drastically different nature as a singer. Paul, in contrast to Bruce who screams and has a higher pitch, was rough, dangerous and gritty. He was amazing in his own way. It would be interesting to see your take on the Paul days of Maiden.
@@bhurzumii4315 I personally always preferred Paul over Bruce. Paul had something that I can't explain. Bruce is phenomenal and more articulated, but Paul has a certain voice color and way of singing that just resonates immensely with me. I hope T will react to a song from Killers soon.
As a 15 year old young musician, this song was one of the first a took the time to learn on the guitar from beginning to end to play with my friends. We never had a singer to play but we would play this over and over again because the sensations playing this together and telling this musical story is as meaningful as the lyrics. To this day I could probably play every note even though I probably haven't attempted to play in 25 years. Watching you guys listen reminded me listening to this one my tape player over and over again. Music can be like magic sometimes and it feels good to see other people feel that way. Im a grown man now but can be transported to 15 by just the opening lick of this song. Really enjoyed and Godspeed to our Mariner.
The two of you warm my heart, not only do you love music, but you love good music! Thank you for your smiles T and Tasha, love your breakdowns on lyrics! 40 years as an Iron Maiden fan now, seen them 6 times and glad you are fans as well!
That's what so awesome about Iron Maiden. Not only do they absolutely kill it musically, but they tell deep stories in the process. This band is a treasure for all generations, especially the young ones.
seen this tour live in Los Angeles in 1985 i was 15 and the show was so awesome we went back the next night and bought scalper tickets and the show was even better then the opening night show..enjoy your tour through the IRON MAIDEN experience .."UP THE IRONS"....
Donnie, that's awesome brother, we go way back !!! hey, have a great 2024 hope you and the family stay Healthy, Happy & Safe, God Bless !@@donnwilson8611
Based on Cooleridge’s classic,Steve Harris’s finest moment and guys loved your reactions throughout the song,you totally got,best reaction by far to this 🤘🏻
One a favorite song from one of my favorite albums from them. You had mentioned that it's like a journey with their music. I see it as close to literature in musical form as you can get.
This song is a masterpiece. You can probably see why it's a definite fan favourite. You have to listen to a live version too. It's even more epic when it's live
I remember taking my mom to see this tour and she was so scared of all the heavy metal freaks but by the end of the show she the boy next to her with the blue spiked Mohawk was “very nice kid” and we aren’t scary at all, just a bunch of people listening to “interesting and fun music”
This song is based on a 18th century epic poem of the same name by an English poet of the Romantic movement called Samuel Taylor Colleridge. The poem itself is 27 chapters long and is a hell of a read but this songs distills it perfectly, even has a couple of direct quotes from the poem ("Day after day....." & "One after one..."). My personal favourite Maiden track, absolutely love the Live After Death version.
I freaking adore you guys! This song makes me scream it’s so great! Try to, without a doubt, see Iron Maiden live, will not be disappointed! Much love to you both!
These video's help restore my faith in humanity. It's so much fun seeing you guys (superficially I wouldn't peg you as Maiden fans) just totally Getting It. I found myself saying things like "Exactly!" and "Awesome, right?" to your comments.
I must say you guys are true reactors. You watch video with people who looks like they are playing poker and doesn't even research the song. Cheers from Trinidad 🇹🇹. Great job guys
To Tame a Land please by Iron Maiden that song is not commercial and the instrumental is beautiful, I play the bass and I'm a fan of iron maiden, I recommend it, greetings from Tijuana México.
Hadn't listened to my Iron Maiden albums for a few years, but listening to these songs again and this couples reactions has made me fall in love with Maiden all over again. keep them coming guys.
Big Maiden fan here, seen them a bunch of times. You guys really understood this song the way I do. It IS a journey. And that line about water, water everywhere nor any drop to drink... Always gave me chills.
As someone else pointed out, this is a riff on Coleridge's poem. Another one to check out is Rush's "Xanadu" which is based on Coleridge's "Kublai Khan"
Excellent! Would also recommend Cygnus X-1, and closer to the heart..hell the entire Farewell to Kings album is a story about what we as humans could be! 💚
I so love you both for giving this tune from grade six back in the day the recognition it deserves....... Iron Maiden rocks so hard..... somewhere in time and seventh son of a seventh son was was also such a great story. love you.. both of you...
Heck yeah! Been waiting on this one! You picked the perfect version to.Great reaction you two! If you want to go on another Epic journey with Maiden check out Empire of the clouds with lyrics.It’s their greatest Opus!
Man, been listening to Maiden for years and not once have I heard and appreciated this jam like I did today. It just made sense and it felt like an epic journey. You guys effing rock.
My favourite song by Iron Maiden. Up the Irons 🤘🤘🤘 I'm very grateful for my dad for introducing me to the band and he told me this is his favourite. We can all see why
"UP THE IRONS". My all time favorite band. Timeless, complex, thoughtful, intelligent music. .... I never followed trends in music or cared about the flavor of the day. Like these guys, I follow my own path in life. True trailblazers.
Every part of this song is a Masterpiece, I follow your channel for a while, and I think you should do more Iron Maiden reactions, and you will have a new favorite band
Love u .. For caring!!.. Lead singer. Of Iron Maiden.. Bruce... Taught school in England... Not sure.. But.. His knowledge .. Of greek mythology. Helped in writing Iron Maidens music.... Always grateful
This has been my favourite Maiden song since I heard it in 85 (I know it came out in 84 but my uncle gave me the album for my 8th birthday) I still listen to it today. I was so happy when you guys gave the vote to react to it and I knew it’d win. Awesome job👍
I will never forget the night I listened to this cranked up on my car stereo while parked atop sea-cliffs in the middle of a monsoon thunderstorm. Brilliant!
You said everything was so right with this story. Well no shit its Maiden! Lol. You have barely scratched the surface. But Mariners one of the best ones! Do dream of mirrors or somewhere in Time. I love watching your reaction videos. UP THE IRONS!
What a nice people,. what a wise girl! But this song, the band and that legendary album are not only "so good" but just insanely brilliant and matchless. Please also check Alexander The Great (1986).
One of the greatest songs ever conceived by man. Thank you for reviewing it. Samuel Taylor Ccolridge provided the short story that led to the greatness of this song. Keep on rockin’ gang! 👍🏻
I never needed any mind altering substances to go somewhere else growing up. I just listened to Maiden, Priest, Sabbath and Dio for that. Along with their musical offspring.
