WE DIDN'T KNOW HE COULD SING LIKE THIS! First Time Hearing Neil Young - Old Man Reaction!

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Hello, music lovers! In today's video, we're taking a deep dive into the world of folk rock with our first-time reaction to "Old Man" by Neil Young. This song, known for its poignant lyrics and captivating melody, showcases Neil Young's incredible talent as a singer-songwriter. Join us as we listen to "Old Man" for the first time and share our amazement at Neil Young's vocal and musical prowess.
⭐️ WHAT WE DISCOVER IN THIS VIDEO:
Our genuine reactions to hearing Neil Young's "Old Man" and the depth of his vocal performance.
Analyzing the song's heartfelt lyrics, its themes of reflection and connection across generations.
Discussing Neil Young's unique style and how "Old Man" fits into his legendary career.
Sharing our thoughts on the emotional impact of the song and its timeless quality.
🎵 ABOUT NEIL YOUNG & "OLD MAN":
Neil Young, a pivotal figure in folk rock and classic rock genres, released "Old Man" as part of his 1972 album "Harvest." The song reflects on the nature of life and aging, inspired by Young's own experiences and relationships. Its simple yet profound message, combined with Young's distinctive voice, has made it an enduring classic.
👫 WHO WE ARE:
We're a couple who adores uncovering the stories and emotions behind the music, exploring a wide range of genres and artists. Our channel is all about sharing those discoveries, offering our reactions, and engaging in discussions about the music we love.
💬 COMMENT BELOW:
Were you as surprised by Neil Young's performance in "Old Man" as we were?
Do you have any recommendations for other Neil Young songs or similar artists for us to explore next?
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@charlotex1 6 месяцев назад

Heart of Gold is my favorite Neil Young song, and one of my favorite songs by all artists.

@wayne_twentyfive 6 месяцев назад

I feel 100% the same ! 👍👍👍

@4thlinemaniac356 6 месяцев назад

"I've been to Redwood"- Redwood Ave Winnipeg Mb nearby where Neil grew up.

@jeremiahrose4681 6 месяцев назад

Love Heart of Gold.

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

Nope overplayed top 40 trash rock radio that top 40 played instead of Neil's Good stuff

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

@@4thlinemaniac356Stop we know how the tired words go...expand your horizon with Neil s Rock

@davidsaunders6268 6 месяцев назад

Neil grew up in Winnipeg. A few years back the present owners saw a man outside looking at the house. The owner went out and spoke to the man who asked whether this was the house where Neil Young grew up. The owner confirmed that it was. The owner asked if he wanted to see his room which he did. The owner took him on a tour of the house and Neil’s room where he wrote a number of his songs. After the visitor left the owner’s wife asked her husband why he had brought this one in the house when others were turned down. Her husband said that was Bob Dylan. Definitely mutual respect between the two.

@Sonny_Eclipse 6 месяцев назад

As Neil tells it, decades ago when he bought his ranch there was an old caretaker, and he wrote this song after meeting him for the first time. During that meeting the caretaker asked him. How does a young man like you come to afford a place like this? Neil’s reply was “just lucky I guess”.

@neilmccomsey9550 6 месяцев назад

Neil

@Searles007 6 месяцев назад

Yes, in Half Moon Bay.

@Sonny_Eclipse 6 месяцев назад

Oops

@kengunter6903 6 месяцев назад

He tells it easier before he played this song. Enjoy Neil's softness exposed by this setting. Suce a treasure!!

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

Yeah we know every reaction channel plays this SUBPAR acoustic nightmare...grow some need Down By The River

@markscott4830 5 месяцев назад

Down by the river, Cinnamon Girl, Down by the River, Ohio, Alabama, When you dance, The needle and the damage done, I saw Neil perform the Harvest tour and he was the most charismatic performer I have ever seen. Look out for my love, I believe in you, Cortez the Killer, After the Gold Rush. His first three solo albums are classics

@reality1958 6 месяцев назад

Yes please do Heart Of Gold

@clinthowe7629 6 месяцев назад

This is a great song by a great artist, his voice always sounded so mystical to me.

@_stardust62 6 месяцев назад

Check out Rust Never Sleeps live concert in like 78....that hooked me, been a fan ever since.

@keymack2477 6 месяцев назад

When, not if, you react to "Heart of Gold" I would recommend the version from the same 1971 concert, and look for the longest version you can find, as there is an awesome introduction Neil gives, featuring humour and harmonicas!!!!!!!!!

@willfromyadkinville 6 месяцев назад

The Needle And The Damage Done is awesome in its own right too!

@GeertDeLange-k5x 6 месяцев назад

Good old Young, always there since the 70ths

@stephenroberts8964 6 месяцев назад

Heart of Gold has a lovely harmonica on it, but it must be from the same live show, and the introduction to the song where Neil is trying to find the correct harmonica for the performance is priceless.

@karenj3611 6 месяцев назад

Heart of Gold from this same concert is also very good and he does play the harmonica

@jamescoleman4507 6 месяцев назад

One of my favorites Hey Hey My My Live 1991

@DebraHarter-uy3xy 6 месяцев назад

You need to check out Needle and the Damage Done. It's heartbreaking, haunting and beautiful;

@betsyduane3461 6 месяцев назад

Reached number 4 in Canada, and number 31 on the Billboard Hot 100.

@ernie1238 6 месяцев назад

Heart of gold. One of the best ever.

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

Nope his rock stuff way better...but not heard on top 40 garbage stations

@odelbert 6 месяцев назад

CLASSIC !!!!

@modeg5283 6 месяцев назад

Finally a good NY song...so far you've not chosen many gems but ok, you turned the corner. Good job and Thank you!

@jimcomvideos 6 месяцев назад

Classic! Neil Young is a classic and so is this song. His singing style puts some people off, but oh well. He is an original. Not like most of the popular singers today. Yes, Heart of Gold, Needle and the Damage Done.

@gregorychilcote9631 21 день назад

Harvest Moon is my wife's favorite song. Old Man is about the old caretaker on his ranch and their interactions

@keetahbrough 6 месяцев назад

I was introduced young, while he was still charting hits like Rockin in the Free World, which I highly recommend. xo

@shellycochran6837 6 месяцев назад

You gotta do Cinnamon Girl and The Needle and Damage Done.

@dscotthoward7467 6 месяцев назад

You need to start exploring the electric music/rock and roll side of Neil Young! A whole new experience. 😊

@mikecochrane7281 6 месяцев назад

May as well do Mr Soul when Neil and Stills were with Buffalo Springfield. Enjoy

@kbrewski1 6 месяцев назад

You should have just gone ahead and done Heart of Gold from this same video solo concert. This song came from an old caretaker who he knew on a ranch. Neil is looking at this old man's life, and thinking of how his young self is similar (Old man look at my life, I'm a lot like you), but wondering what his future holds(24 and so much more). Its Neil wondering what his life will be like, and says just like this old man, he just wants "someone to love the whole day through". I think the message is pretty personal but not too complicated. Its one of Neil's most classic iconic solo acoustic songs. So is Heart of Gold, an even bigger song.

@tensix5481 6 месяцев назад

Are you talking about "Farm Aid"? I remember that from back then when they were a bunch of benefit concerts.

@johnl1262 6 месяцев назад

Hi guys. I 'd love your reaction to a very old and prophetic song. Harold Melvin and The Blue Notes entitled ' Wake up everybody' extended version with lyrics. Samantha! Loving your tatoo-free arms. Go girl.

@ridgemanron 6 месяцев назад

When Springsteen received the Oscar for his song 'Streets Of Philadelphia', Neil's song called 'Philadelphia' on the same album was thought to be the better song by many.

@AaronRothschild-zo5tj 6 месяцев назад

Heart of gold with the incomparable Linda Ronstadt on backing vocals. Beautiful track.

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

Down By The River with Crazy Horse much better

@dakklan 6 месяцев назад

You edited the beginning of this video, where he explains the origin of him writing this song.

@g4m3rm0j0 6 месяцев назад

This actually annoyed me more than it should have lol

@thomascoon5355 6 месяцев назад

There are two videos. The one you are referring to, and this one that goes straight into the song.

@sweisbrod6109 6 месяцев назад

I believe this was from a 1972 live performance.

@josephpowell3949 6 месяцев назад

They cut out the beginning of this performance where he tells us what the song is about. An old caretaker of a ranch he just bought, the old man came with the ranch, and he wrote this song about him!

@nosparex 6 месяцев назад

Powderfinger and/or Cortez the Killer next

@arthurgonzales3327 6 месяцев назад

Neil does all kinds of music, even hard rock, check his stuff out with Crazy Horse, Rockin in the free world.

@jannsmart7005 6 месяцев назад

How about Cinnamon Girl?

@camillelayonne97 6 месяцев назад

Wrong version, in this one whoever ever edited it cut out the beginning where Neil introduces the song and what it's about. It does mean a lot.

@Frankincensedjb123 6 месяцев назад

How this song has come full circle. The old man in the story was the caretaker of a ranch Young had just bought with his millions from early success. Now Young is old. The irony of life.

@jackhargrove4275 6 месяцев назад

Heart of Gold is Good & Old Man, his 80's not so much! Plus , his POLITICS should Stay to Himself though . He's Lucky to have a Country to Sing In . 🇺🇸 .

@BRIANZ969 3 месяца назад

He did this song for a old caretaker -that took care of a ranch he bought !!!! BP Birch

@Trump_Vance2024 6 месяцев назад

Do a tribute to Eric Carmen he just died at 74 He did Hungry Eyes

@alexsaunders352 6 месяцев назад

watched and liked lots of your reactions, and you have done several of the national anthem, but please - you should react to one of the best of the national anthem sung by MeatLoaf live . its better than Whitney's which was pre-recorded.

@frankgarcia1 6 месяцев назад

Bridge School Benefit easy

@chetcarman3530 6 месяцев назад

Tell us what confuses you & we can clear it up for ya. 😉

@neccron9956 6 месяцев назад

Unfortunately, you should have watch the full live performance, in which he explains the story of the song.

@sherrylhammond8383 6 месяцев назад

cinnamon girl

@kweile4339 6 месяцев назад

Heart of Gold, The Needle and the Damage Done. Must listens!

@mikeconway9849 6 месяцев назад

I agree. Both are Neil Young classics.

@christhompson2006 6 месяцев назад

Great songs. I would add Cinnamon Girl to the list.

@kevinsmith4429 6 месяцев назад

Cinnamon Girl!

@jeremiahrose4681 6 месяцев назад

Yes, facts. Must listen.

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

Nope time to grow some balls....Neil s GOO stuff is his rock...Down By The River

@mansonmydog 6 месяцев назад

Electric guitar bangers are Like a Hurricane, Cortez the Killer, Cowgirl In the Sand, Hey Hey My My.

@headlibrarian1996 6 месяцев назад

Don't forget Rockin' in the Free World.

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

Yes stop the wimpy acoustic

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

@@headlibrarian1996Down By The River much better

@metalmark1214 6 месяцев назад

Young wrote this about the caretaker of the ranch he bought in 1970. The song compares a young man's life to an old man's and shows that the old man was once like this young man. The caretaker of the that cattle ranch? His name was Louis Avila. The ranch was the Broken Arrow Ranch, purchased for $350,000 in 1970. Reportedly, Avila was giving Young a tour of the place and asked him how a young man like him could afford a place like this. Young, aged 25, replied "Just lucky, Louie, just real lucky." Avila was quite bemused. Linda Ronstadt and James Taylor sang backing vocals on "Old Man" and another Harvest track, ""Heart of Gold." Source: Songfacts

@pax61 6 месяцев назад

In addition, I think Neil was being a little contemplative in his comparison, being single at the time and probably feeling a little lonely on that big ranch.

@roadwary56 6 месяцев назад

very informative

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

We know we ve heard the story 20 millions times......SOOOO WHAT need more of Neil s Rock

@jasonremy1627 6 месяцев назад

Rocking in The Free World is a great Neil Young song with a different vibe than what you've seen so far.

@Newfie-zc7ug 6 месяцев назад

Just a little different vibe ......LOL :)

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

Not as good as anything on Everybody Knows This is Nowhere

@alansmith7626 6 месяцев назад

The entire Harvest album is a true gem

@rubroken 6 месяцев назад

His album, "Everybody Knows This is Nowhere" Any song on that album is worth reacting to. My favorite on that album is "Cowgirls in the Sand"

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

Absolutely too many wimps only ask for Neil's Acoustic...whe sadly ignoring Neil s main reason for existing....WHY WHY WHY do requesters ignore Everybody Know Album or maybe they just listen to top 40 recycled trash...same thing every 15 mins

@davidburnett93 6 месяцев назад

The needle and the damage done is another great song worthy of your time

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

Nope Cowgirl in The Sand way better and not as wimpy

@blackwolf6082 6 месяцев назад

At 63 I'm the old man in this song now even though I was very young when I first heard it

@ernie1238 6 месяцев назад

I'm 64 . I really liked his stuff with crazy horse.

@emilymartinez6961 6 месяцев назад

I'm 67 and feel the same as you except that l'm a woman ✌️🎶

@stevenricchezza2965 5 месяцев назад

I'm 60... Time flies..

@Tardisius 5 месяцев назад

I heard this in 1972...I was 22...=)

@bobschenkel7921 6 месяцев назад

Neil has A LOT of variety in his catalog. May I suggest: "Powderfinger", "Rockin' In The Free World", "Cinnamon Girl", "After The Gold Rush" and "This Note's For You". Thanks.

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

You were doing good till the last 2 but yeah too much wimpy same old songs instead of Neil's Good stuff

@georgesafford8663 6 месяцев назад

Wrong video version. The official one he explains the songs origin.

@stevenparker4684 6 месяцев назад

Best live performance of Neil Young is a live track called "Down by the river" with his band Crazy Horse. Fantastic Neil grunge guitar performance. It was Farm aid

@wadehines9971 6 месяцев назад

Old Man was inspired by the Caretaker that came as part of a ranch Neil bought. He's the guy who lives there, cares for livestock, mends fences. It was Neil shifting from his life in Los Angeles to simpler and quieter things and the Caretaker's life sent him off on some whimsy.

@JerseyBA62 6 месяцев назад

Down by the river,like a hurricane,everybody knows this is nowhere are great neil young songs

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

Exactly and it's rock that isn't overplayed lime Harvest. ..and long guitar solos...

@randychester2754 6 месяцев назад

Yes, he uses a harmonica in most of his ballads. Rock: "Like a Hurricane" studio version.

@famijher 6 месяцев назад

Neil wrote this after he bought a Ranch in California. He saw the Lead Ranch Hand, an older man, and was inspired to write this song.

@neilmartin99 6 месяцев назад

More talent and originality in just that first verse than all Ed Sheeran songs combined.

@ronrago2696 6 месяцев назад

Heart of Gold for sure & Rockin in the Free World!

@bowhuntr6825 6 месяцев назад

If I remember right, forgive me I’m old, I think Farm Aid was the concert series Neil Young co founded.

@mikemitton6447 6 месяцев назад

Rockin' in the Free World is one of his best songs!

@Ronster64 6 месяцев назад

Aside from the excellent vocals his guitar work is incredible in all the layers he gets at one time.

@James_Russell 6 месяцев назад

This song holds special meaning to me. My last text I received from my Dad prior to him passing away, came on my birthday a few years back, wishing me a happy birthday and he would from time to time remind me that this song was his favorite. He had mentioned this in the text as well. I will always think of you, when I hear this, old man! Edit: You guys are right, there is a story behind this song, in Neil's words, but I like the fact that people can also interpret the song in their own words, first, before hearing the inspiration behind the lyrics.

@workingman6681 6 месяцев назад

This guy is so talented. One of my favorites by him. Love the reaction!👍😎

@stephenkittle6586 6 месяцев назад

A AWESOME SONGWRITER !!❤🎼🎵🎶🐐🎸🔥

@threekidzmom04 6 месяцев назад

Neil Young speaks to my 16 year old heart living carefree in 1972! ❤❤

@richardlindell9976 6 месяцев назад

17 and the same!

@leilanijarrett7002 6 месяцев назад

I graduated high school in 1974 this song was chosen by the seniors to represent us as we entered the adult world. Now I listened as the old woman. It really touched me. Thank you

@tomloft2000 6 месяцев назад

It's amazing how much your perspective changes in 50 years.

@Roh_Echt 6 месяцев назад

You might also want to try Buffalo Springfield's "For What it's Worth." Neil isn't on lead vocals, Stephen Stills is, but the song is worth a go. Part of this video, in the beginning, was clipped and he explains the inspiration. He just bought a ranch in CA and there was an old caretaker on the ranch...all alone etc. etc..

@muriel2267 6 месяцев назад

I got see Neil Young several times in his Bridge School Benefit Concerts in the Bay Area which was a fundraiser for a school with special needs children, which his son had attended. He always put on a great show and many big names including his old band mates CSN

@garygoodrich7495 6 месяцев назад

Love, love, love this song....Neil and the guitar sound amazing...I think it's a Martin...my dream guitar to own someday.

@richardlindell9976 6 месяцев назад

Yes a D-45 and he also owns Hank Williams original D-18.

@jowbloe3673 6 месяцев назад

Version of Jimmy Fallon doing this is rather emotional: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE--aCHgGtQJ00.html (they took down the official video, this video of someone recording off the TV is the only one I can find on RU-vid) (can also search for 'old man neil young jimmy fallon' and choose the Facebook or Dailymotion videos)

@j7286 6 месяцев назад

I like Rockin' In the Free World, Hey Hey My My, and This Note's For You. That's the Neil Young I prefer.

@MrLittlelud4 6 месяцев назад

When a young hippy I would go to no nonsense coffee houses and watch similar acts to Neil, very intimate and inspiring. Neil's voice sounds just right when you are 'stoned' I am told.

@duncanmaclennan9151 6 месяцев назад

DOWN BY THE RIVER is my fave NEIL YOUNG !!! HE GETS FUNKY !!

@blindriv3r 6 месяцев назад

Yes, as Eddie Vedder said when inducting Neil into the Rock Hall, 'he is the king of mountain funk'

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

No he gets loud NOT FUNKY OR DISCO....just long guitar solos that don't put you to sleep like Harvest

@secondstring 3 месяца назад

Raw talent. Well performed with a lot of emotion. What a treat for that live audience.

@penelopehornswaggle102 Месяц назад

A must listen is "Don't Let it Bring you Down", "Needle and the damage done", "Cinnamon Girl," "Cowgirl in the Sand" and... all of them.

@LoriTalbot-du2qt 6 месяцев назад

They didn't show the opening of the video where Neil talks about the meaning of this song. There are other versions that show his explanation. I think its titled live at the BBC. There is a video of 'Heart of gold' from the same show and he plays the Harmonica in that song!

@hankhank5370 6 месяцев назад

There is another video of this performance where he talks about the song, why he wrote it and what it means. I can't help but feel that your patreon members should have directed you to that video. What you need to keep in mind about Neil Young is that he is first and foremost a folk singer with those folk singer sensibilities and approach to song writing and singing. The thing about folk singers is that they did not really on the vocal gymnastics that so many of you in the younger generations feel is so important. It is the message that matters. If this seems a little preachy, just know that it comes from an old folk singer, me, who started his journey in folk music in 1963. I very mush enjoy your channel. Keep enlarging your musical world.

@troypanton2221 6 месяцев назад

It was this performance I think but the intro has been clipped off.

@andrew348 6 месяцев назад

@@troypanton2221that's his point

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

Absolutely not . .too be different and see Neil at his greatest not his rock

@George-li8wc 6 месяцев назад

I've watched a lot of people react to this video - and every single time when Neil breaks into the refrain - their expression changes to absolute surprise.... Every single time! Sam being the exception, now... I was surprised Sam was not surprised....

@penelopehornswaggle102 Месяц назад

If you listen to this entire video(2 songs)you would've heard the story he told (about this song and Heart of gold) and you would've learned he just started playing the harmonica and the song was about the Forman on his ranch. It really highlights his personality and sense of humor.

@Sactown5472 6 месяцев назад

Heart of Gold from the same concert has harmonies in the song check it out fantastic.

@AKR8810 6 месяцев назад

Heart of Gold is one of his songs where he uses a harmonica. I would recommend finding a version that has an intimate setting like this one, and include the introduction where he is interacting with the audience. Neil explains what inspired Old Man at the performance you showed, but it was left out on this video. I enjoyed watching this one, but it would have been better with the introduction.

@DavidBrown-ut5qi 6 месяцев назад

Please listen to the extended clip, He explains how and why he wrote this Gem . All the best from Wales U K :)

@George-li8wc 6 месяцев назад

There is harmonica in Heart of Gold

@clasmaster1471 6 месяцев назад

There’s a better video out there where he describes exactly what the song is about. It’s about a man who lives on his ranch and helps take care of it. He came with the ranch when Neil bought it in California. He was the foreman.

@spadams999 6 месяцев назад

He had an introduction to this song that was missing from this clip. He explained the song. He was talking about an old man caretaker on his ranch.

@stephaniethurmer5370 6 месяцев назад

The whole Harvest album was one of those "must have" albums in your collection

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

Nope... Many better albums that WERE NO TOP 40 garbage overplayed...even Neil said the Album was too middle of the road

@kevinlundgren1169 6 месяцев назад

Just wait until you check out , Hey Hey My My , but , if you listen to that one , then you have to hear the other half , which is , My My Hey Hey . Fantastic , but then , I grew up listening to Neil Young !

@garycoker3378 6 месяцев назад

Y'all would actually like Cinnamon Girl one of his early songs

@Dskills111 6 месяцев назад

You missed out on the same video starting with him telling what he wrote the song for.. a caretaker onthis ranch he just bought..

@thorfinsky1427 6 месяцев назад

"Heart Of Gold", "Cinnamon Girl" and "Rockin' In The Free World" are my recommendations.

@edwardcrews2952 6 месяцев назад

He’s a legend. Heart of Gold, live from the same show, features harmonica

@DENVEROUTDOORMAN 6 месяцев назад

Wow oh boy SOOOO WHAT Ragged Glory feature kick ass rock that wimpy boys never hear

@markgibson3034 6 месяцев назад

DEFINITELY have to do Heart of Gold. Excellent song

@roadwary56 6 месяцев назад

I cut my teeth on this song in 72 when I was buying my first 8 tacts and listened to it a thousand times over the years and learning to play this on guitar so it's driven into my brainpan. Having said that it is only till now that I have really broken the code on it's meaning. The old man is a ranch hand that came along with Neil's new real estate purchase in Ontario who inspired this song about his loneliness of having all that, yet love lost...that makes him think of two...his life being all ahead of him...the old man's all behind him. A young (no pun) man's lament to an old wise weathered man, for female companionship to complete his life on that huge ranch that he had just bought. Genius songwriting and delivery by Mr. Young. Such a talent. Kudos Canada