Damn right sir this a beautiful song who writes songs like this anymore so poetic could be taken literally or subjective aaahhh this pulls on my heart strings
THIS is my fave Van song. "When the foghorn blows I want to hear it, I don't have to fear it." To me it's about love, coming home, life, death. So many great songs to choose from. Keep digging. Greatest love song writer ever. Fullforce Gale, Days Like This, Moondance, I Shall Sing, The Healing Has Begun, Someone Like You, I Forgot That Love Existed off the top of my head.
I've heard this song probably hundreds of times - I don't remember the strings coming in with that fog horn sound so hard. Maybe this was a remastered version? Anyway it was great.
This is Van Morrison's brand, Celtic Soul. He speaks to my heart because he's in that spiritual zone, he's moved and he moves others through his singing and writing. This is more than just a pleasant listen or a romantic song, it's deeper than that.
This is on a list of songs that I want played at my funeral. So damn beautiful, it’s sad and life affirming at the same time. Van has one of the most unique voices in history. Thanks for getting back to this one, great suggestion. 😀❤️🥔
Right before i turned 18 my best friend got sick really sick and she died shortly after. She wanted this song playing at her funeral and told me when i see a butterfly it's her. Her name was Heather. Now im 47 and each time i hear this song i think of us in my bedroom belting this out when we were younger... Laughing at us never thinking we were going to die or get old... This song played at her memorial service and i still say hi Heather to all butterflies...
Van Morrison is a great vocalist, with an incredible catalog of songs. His greatest hits cd has 20 amazing songs. Give one of them a reaction, and you won’t be disappointed. Guaranteed.
That foghorn sound from the cellos gets me every time. My favourite Van song, and one that's great fun to cover live at gigs, too! If you liked this one, "Ballerina" should be the next Van Morrison song to hit.
one interpretation of this song is that his soulmate had passed and he was waiting until the foghorn blowed (his death) to be re-united with her. I only found this out when my wife of 42 yrs passed and I heard it and it crushed me. so powerful to hear it in that respect. when that foghorn blows I want to hear it, I don't have to fear it.🤚
Chaud and Dee in 1987 when I started dating my future wife our music taste were like oil and water. On a date the radio played Brown Eye Girl a Van Morrison song. He became one of her favorites..
When I first heard him years ago, I was an instant fan. But I didn't REALLY get him until I read an interview with the late, great Phil Lynott from Thin Lizzy (who was a devout Van Morrison fan) describes what's it's like to hear Van sing as "Van uses his voice like a saxophone." I tested this theory out and he was on the money! I though especially when he pushes his voice and gets that rasp and when his voice does a trail off, hitting soft descending notes. Van IS the man. P.S. R.I.P. Phil Lynott The years have not diminished our sorrow and joy of rememberence since you've been gone.........
Great reaction guys! Van Morrison always produces a great vibe! And Dee, thanks for your comments regarding the listeners and your appreciation of the responses you get. Really enjoy you and Chad's reactions. I'd like to see ya'll react to a song by The Rascals called "Groovin". It came out in 67 when I was in college and brings back great memories! Thanks!
Van grew up in Northern Ireland, a poor country at that time with conflict all around. It is known he used to hurry home in his youth and listen to the radio, specifically to his hero, Ray Charles. He dreamed of being a crooner, writing great songs and interpreting music that moved his soul. He did not fail. He is very, very successful and became that crooner like Ray.
You 2 make me 😃 smile This is probably my favorite 'old' Van Morrison song.. But his more recent album (around 2005/6 release) "Magic Time" is a must listen!! Feel beddah fast Chod!
I saw him at the Hofheinz pavilion in Houston back in 78. For some reason his PA amp went out and he kept singing and you could still hear him fine!! His voice is so powerful it's quite amazing!! Thanks y'all ✌🤘
Emotional as I am for so many other unrelated reasons at the moment -- and knowing this song back and forwards -- I may just shed a tear. Edit function in case I do.
A great summer song for you Dee, try " Summer Breeze " by Seals and Crofts. Also " The boys are back in town " by Thin Lizzy. Any thing by Seals and Crofts is great.
Yes the Cello? For the fog horn is such a well thought out piece that just adds a 3rd dimension to the song. Just like the drums for thunder in Judas Priest's Desert Plains
My favorite Van Morrison song. I recently saw the movie "Belfast" and most of the soundtrack is Van Morrison. Chod has never reacted to Them the band Van Morrison was in his early years. Now both of you can discover them together. Some of Them songs are "Here Comes the Night" and "Gloria" which you might have heard in the movie The Outsiders and the song was also covered by The Doors, but that version is more X-rated.
Thanks so much - this has been one of my faves from Van - then many years ago I was first mate on a little ship named Mystic, so now this whole song makes my head swirl with those memories. Actually, 'into The Mystic' by these lyrics is a metaphor for dying, and passing into the eternal realm. Listen to MOONDANCE - I think you already did TUPELO HONEY.
The interaction you mention is a big part of sharing good music !! To simply listen and not talk about it, each to the other, is a little like sitting with someone, but not talking....
You MUST react to this song Live German TV. The band, bass player, drums and piano (sorry I don't have their names for a proper shout out) are beyond awesome!! And Van isn't too bad either 😎 It showcases his guitar skills 🎶🎵
HIs first solo album, Astral Weeks, has such a soulful, mystical sound. Some critics said that with this album, Van went into the mystic a year before he recorded the actual song Into the Mystic. The whole album was recorded in two days with Van in a both by himself doing the vocals. The session musicians, who had been recording advertising jingles before the gig, would put music to the words later, without much if any input from Van. It is one of the greatest albums of all time. If you guys like Van Morrison, you need to listen to the whole album in one sitting, just for your own enjoyment, even if you don't react to any song on the album on your channel. You will be better off having heard it.
This is my favorite Van album too. The improvised jazz playing and dream-like vibe sets it apart from all his following work and though critically acclaimed it's not for everybody. Chad did a reaction to the title track some months ago & good for him because hardly anybody on YT has.
