Terry Jacks - Seasons in the Sun | REACTION
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Try “Since you been Gone” by Rainbow!!🤘🔥
Not a one hit wonder so why would you suggest during a one hit marathon? Not to mention it is literally the only Rainbow hit they didn't write. Its a great cover & Love Singer Graham Bonnet but would not suggest during this Marathon is all.
Next 1 hit wonder
Dobie Gray- Drift Away
Dobie Gray- Drift Away
Dobie Gray - Drift Away
Most soulful track of all you've hit thus far!
You guys honestly.. this is such a tearjerker - because we sang this at church for our dying schoolmate of leukemia..❤😮😮1974
Next 🎵 ROCKER SHOULD BE
JEFFERSON STARSHIP ++++FIND YOUR WAY BACK++++
This is the first song I remember falling in love with as a 7 year old back in '74. I'd hang around my Mother's radio just hoping this would come on again. Still love it. Nostalgia!❤
I was 5y when it came out. I loved it.
I was born in 1974 and this is the first song that I sincerely remember as a child. Nostalgic? Yes. Cheesy? Yes. But it reminds me of simpler times.
Terry and his wife Susan Jacks had a hit as The Poppy Family - Which Way You Goin' Billy. Billy was Susan's brother's name and that replaced "Buddy" in the song. In 2010, Billy donated a kidney to his sister Susan to save her life. I like Terry's version of Season in the Sun better than all the rest. Three modulations up in pitch in this song. I don't know of any modern song doing that. Yes, the sound is very bubblegum for the message.
❤1974❤ you guys when I was in kindergarten.. we walked up to the church and sang this to our 6 year old schoolmate dying of leukemia ❤❤❤
I was also in kindergarten that year
OMG, how in the hell did anyone walk out of there not bawling their fool head off?!?!
I was 15 in 1974 and loved this song then and now
Proof positive that not all one hit wonders are masterpieces. For every “Smoke From a Distant Fire” there’s three “Billy Don’t Be a Hero.”s 😂
The song is about him dying and saying goodbye to his loved ones and the chorus is about don’t cry over me 💕🤗
Congratulations to Nick, Ryan, and Ty for achieving the incredible accomplishment of over 45,000 subscribers. It's not right for me to take any credit for noticing and posting this info in the comments section first because at least 1 other viewer beat me to it in an earlier video. I cannot imagine how proud the 3 of you must be to watch the channel that all of you have put so much time and energy towards getting within reach of 50,000 subscribers. What is also so impressive to me is how it was 1 YEAR AGO at this time that the 3 of you did a "20,000 Subscriber Q&A" video. So if my public school math is right, your channel got more than double as many subscribers in this last year than in the first 2 years of the channel's existence. Beyond the quantifiable success and the continual positive feedback from viewers in the comments section of videos, the thing that each of you can take the most pride in is that you've had a vision for the channel and there has been little to no wavering from that vision. I was first exposed to reaction channels by a big-time music fan buddy of mine within the last year. He would send me clips of these other channel hosts that didn't seem to know what they were talking about, got simple information about the music wrong, or they came off as such an expert in the field ("An Opera Singer/Teacher Breaks Down Steve Perry's Vocal Range In Excruciatingly Minute Detail" in a 35 or 40 minute video) that most everything that they said went over my head. However, the worst have been the hosts that are simply only doing the videos to get the subscribers, "likes," and comments to boost their channel's profile/earning potential. These are the folks that will do a quick introduction, play the song (rarely stopping it to make comments or analyze anything), and give a few general statements at the end how they "loved the song" without providing any real context. I guess it must have been RUclips's algorithm that introduced me to your channel when I was looking for a reasonable reaction to a song whose name I don't even recall anymore. However, I do remember watching that video and enjoyed the format/style/chemistry that the three of you had clearly developed. Then, it was a 2nd video. Same positive result. 3rd video. Again, same thing. It was at that point that I realized this was the music reaction/review channel that I'd been hoping to find. 3 friends with a collective great interest in music, breaking down songs from all genres and time periods based on what they knew, and doing it in a personable way that shows the viewers you care about what you're doing. I know Nick has mentioned at least once or maybe more that the channel's "mission statement" isn't to simply pick the biggest artists/groups and only do their most popular hits. It would be very easy to take that approach, which quite a few reaction channels have done and more power to them for getting a major number of suscribers. In the end, the 3 of you are showing that a RUclips channel can maintain the integrity of its purpose and still significantly succeed. So beyond the question of what song will be the next up on the "one hit wonder" marathon, the next really important question that the 3 of you have to think about is what the format and nature of the 50,000 suscriber celebration video will be. 😀 Congratulations again, guys. It's a pleasure to follow your channel and watch it hopefully continue to grow at this astounding pace in the future.
I'm a 70s kid. This song is haunting to me. I do like your take on the song. Despite the sad lyrics, I always thought this had a catchy tune that sticks in your brain.
Magnet and Steele by Walter egan
Absolutely!
I liked this song when it came out, then it reached such a saturation level of the radio that i got really tired of hearing it. Now that it's been a few decades, I find I enjoy it again.
Nah, it's in "first person," i.e., the guy singing it is the one dying. Saying goodbye to all his loved ones. Trippy song, you got that right. I really like it.
Warning: Dont listen to this song if you're depressed.
In 1974 I was in the 8th Grade, it was, like most teenagers, a very interesting and pivotal year for me and they chose this song as the theme for our class and my reaction was nearly identical to yours. As the years, decades, have passed I have learned to appreciate the song... sentimental... still a bit depressing and now more so with the passing of so many family and friends since then yet it no longer has an automatic "change the station/skip this song please" affect.
Always loved this song.
My stomach turned when I saw this title.
Ace “How long has this been going on?” Great song.
The song is sung from the perspective of the person who is dying
I actually had this song on a 45, I was only 10. It was highly popular on the radio. It's been decades since I've heard it but I do still like it apparently. Ryan, I agree that it's kiddy sounding. Mostly nostalgic for me. But WOW... imagine my surprise when I saw that y'all were reacting to it😮
I love this tune it’s a beautiful song
Yes! In the Summertime! Mungo Jerry!
This song was SO BIG, and I never figured out why. "Sundown" by Gordon Lightfoot was another HUGE hit.
Except "Sundown" was a good song.
"Sundown" is a WAY BETTER song!
💜
There's really no comparison. Sundown is a pretty cool song, but this one is a real downer.
@@SonicProfessor_a.k.a._T._Andra They were both played excessively when hits.
@@dreamweaver8913 But they were both played excessively on the radio at their peak.
This song back in the day made me so sad
You guys are very classy! I don’t think I’ve seen any reaction where you really said you dislike a song. Even if you don’t really like it, you’re so kind about it. Classy!
One Hit Wonder: "Key Largo" by Bertie Higgins.
One of the BEST songs ever written!
I was in kindergarten when this song was a hit and I loved it and memorized it word-for-word and would sing it all the way thru for anyone that would listen. But yes, it does have a juvenile nursery rhyme sing-songiness to it. Being a little kid and being the early 1970s it wasn't seen that way as much. I believe it went to #1. It was a different time, what can I say? Brady Bunch and plaid pants and sunny Saturday cartoons.
Oxymoron. Happy song about something sad.
D.O.A. - Bloodrock
Baby, It's You - Smith
Gallery - Nice To Be With You
Beautiful Sunday - Daniel Boone
In The Sumertime - Mungo Jerry
It Never Rains in Southern California - Albert Hammond (Though he has written a boatload of songs that other artists have had success with.)
Ride, Captain Ride - Blues Image
DOA terrified me when I was young!
I have a mental list of sad songs that sound happy, upbeat. This, 'Alone Again (Naturally)' by Gilbert O'Sullivan, 'It Never Rains in Southern California' by Albert Hammond and 'Billy, Don't Be a Hero' by Paper Lace (though I prefer 'The Night Chicago Died').
I was a little girl when this came out, and i liked it but made me so sad! ❤
Okay after reading a lot of comments I will weigh in on this it was from his friends perspective don't forget the youth will bond that they shared and please don't ever forget the accountable bond that was placed in his hands to make it feel like that and again this is just my POV but the simple times of Youth are what makes us greater in the end let that sink in and think about it who out there whatever given country you're in or from has not waited for the ice cream truck the Italian ice etc etc and finally is there any one of us that doesn't feel that way now especially after covid special memories special times that's what was covered in this peace out
So many one hit wonders- One Tin Soldier by The Original Caste and it was in the movie- "Billy Jack" -- you have "Convoy" by C.W. McCall-- Key Largo by Bertie Higgins--- Lady in Red by Chris Deburgh.. but for me my personal faves are You Get What You Give by New Radicals... Closing Time by Semi-Sonic and Save Tonight by Eagle-Eye Cherry.. well that is a few of my fave 1 hitters... Great reaction to see you guys not just praising it for the masses, since it was popular.. but giving an honest review!
This song was a favorite when I was like 5-6 years old!!!!! I just loved it and it takes me back every time I listen to it ❤😅 it’s kid like !!!!
Yeah, it's dated for sure, musically, but if you were a kid back then and you lost a friend or a friend moved away, this was it. I was 11, and it happened to me, so it will also hold a special meaning.
This Song and the theme from Lassie always mad me cry when I was a kid
I had this "45" when I was a kid!
Ozark Mountain Daredevils, "If You Want To Get To Heaven, You Got To Raise A Little Hell." Outstanding harmonica, this is a great song, will get your feet moving.
Steely Dan - Doctor Wu...you will love it!
The streak has officially ended… It was a good ride.
Oh God, I hope they don’t play the song “The Streak”🤦♂️
Sad but amazing song
The song is okay and Terry Jacks was great but this sing-song is a total earworm. It WILL get stuck in your head and roll around in your brain the rest of your life.
That said, it pairs nicely with "Playground in my Mind" and "Run, Joey Run", both one hit wonders.
Listened to this at roller skating rink..couples only when I was 15 dude❤😂🎉😢😮😅😊😊
The verses are a dying man saying goodby. The chorus is a celebration of the life he had with loved ones.
This is not one of my all-time favorite songs but it does create a lot of nostalgia. I think I was about 10 years old when it came out.
Brings back lots of many memories of my childhood.
God, this is one absolutely depressing song. It's been at least 30 years since I've heard the song, and, honestly, it could be another 30 years and I'd be just fine with that.
I know. This song sucks. I always thought it was about someone saying goodbye to their loved ones before committing suicide. A real "feel-good" tune. The happy, sing-songy melody coupled with the very dark subject matter makes it even more creepy.
This song was everywhere when it came out. The closest thing to its ubiquity was “You Light Up My Life” or “Mandy.”
For a deep cut, listen to the B-side, “Keep the Bone In,” another sad, if odd, song.
Next in Marathon 🙏
Dobie Gray- Drift Away
Dobie Gray- Drift Away
Dobie Gray- Drift Away
Dobie Gray- Drift Away
Dobie Gray- Drift Away
As a teen I had a love/hate relationship with this song. There were days it would start to play on the radio and I couldn't turn the dial fast enough to get rid of it. And other times it was like a bad accident...I grudgingly paid attention. 😆
You guys need to check out Train, Train by Blackfoot… definitely different but I think you would enjoy it. 😉
This is an ear worm song that just won’t stop going ‘round your head.
It falls into some weird niche category. Almost like "Bubblegum Pop." With super dark lyrics about someone dying. Not sure many artists had the cojones to pull something like this off. Unique for sure.
This is such a touching song.
The next rocker should be Jefferson starship find your way back!!
love that song 😊
THANK YOU guys! I am now feeling justified when people would sing this and try to dance ring around the rosy with me, and I would tell them to stop.
It’s a love hate song… I love it because its genius in its ability to be heartbreaking in its upbeat happy tone. Like a tragic comedy 🎭
Also had another one hit wonder with the group Poppy Family "Which Way you going Billie" .
What we used to call bubble gum.
@ViewsFromThe502 Please don’t take this the wrong way, but you guys have the best reaction channel on RUclips.
This was my favorite song when it came out... I was five.
my take on the song, the verses is his acceptance of the inevitable. The chorus is remember me for the good times
Great reaction fellas! I've known this song since it came out, I was 6 years old, and I have rarely gone back to it. I love it, but it is sad. I didn't think this would be playlist for either of you but that's not the soul criteria for liking a song. You guys covered that aspect. Good job!
D’oh!! So close to having a perfect marathon. Despite this small glitch hope there’s another marathon soon
Yep, this one’s a clinker.
Don't blame me I've been suggesting Dobie Gray Drift Away every single time. That would have been perfect.
“The Rain” by Oran ‘Juice’ Jones
Another cool song is “Hot Cherie “ by Danny Spanos. WQMF played it a lot in the early 80s.
He's the one that's dieing. And if you like that sound, try Tommy James and The Shondells, from 10 yrs. +/- earlier. Draggin the Line, Crimson in Clover, and, Crysta Blue Persuasion.
Guys! Change your mind, before it's too late!!!!!
This song is so bubblegum that you’ll never want to eat dessert again after listening to it.
Theme idea for the next marathon: Fictional bands from movies or TV series.
Some suggestions
- The Wonders - That Thing You Do (from "That Thing You Do!")
- PoP! - Pop Goes My Heart (from "Music and Lyrics")
- Stillwater - Fever Dog (from "Almost Famous")
- Ellen Aim and the Attackers - Nowhere Fast (from "Streets of Fire")
- Ellen Aim and the Attackers - Tonight Is What It Means to Be Young (from "Streets of Fire")
- The Sorels - I Can Dream About You (from "Streets of Fire")
- The Beets - Killer Tofu (from "Doug")
- Sex Bob-omb - We Are Sex Bob-omb (from "Scott Pilgrim")
- School of Rock - School of Rock (from "School of Rock")
- Sing Street - Drive Like You Stole It (from "Sing Street")
I watched this song and Tycoon today. Needless to say, I was not that impressed with Tycoon. (That was a reaction - never heard it). But I have heard this one my whole life. On first listen it is a typical 70's "happy" song. Then I heard your break down... "Circle of little girls" 😂. You are allowed to laugh and have fun. It is your interpretation (no need to explain). Agreed with you it is too contradictory of how it sounds and it's meaning. This is a mood to hear thing... If it comes on the radio.
It kind of sounds like The Partridge Family. I never cared for it, but I know it sold millions of copies.
When you posted that you were doing this song, I cringed a little. I know the song is well-loved by many, but not me. I do like how you handled your reactions. If you will excuse me, time to listen to another song to get this one out of my head ;-P
TRex "Bang a Gong" is their biggest hit, you should try it sometimes.
Voices Carry by Til Tuesday
Something in the Air- Thunderclap Newman
There She Goes by The Las
That is really bizarre. Before i even started to listen to any reactions tonight an old song just clicked in my head and it was we were flying low and hit something in the air. I havent heared it in over 30 yrs or so. So why did i think of it out of the blue and then read your post about doing a reaction on it.😮
Love The Monkee's & to me it reminds of them. It's ok 💁♀️ Not on my play list & probably want be. Interesting how people feel about the song. No, your real. Found out the song was about a friend of his who was dying from a disease.
A must is Henry Lee Summer “I wish I had a girl”. The video is fun.
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Based on the comments from the guys in the video and some viewers posts in the comments section, I started to wonder if the vocals were arranged as they were for a specific reason. The guys were talking about how the chorus sounds child-like (I believe it might have been Ryan that said the chorus sounded like a "nursery rhyme"). Several posters mentioned their first exposure to the song was at a very young age, especially those that liked the song (at least at that time). This all got me to wondering if perhaps the vocals in the chorus were arranged such as a way to introduce the idea of death to children. As most parents, guardians, family members, and teachers know, explaining death to a child is one of the most difficult parts of teaching children about the world. My thought was perhaps the song was meant as a way to "soften the blow" and make it a bit easier for parents, guardians, family members, and/or teachers to discuss the concept of someone passing away with children. In an effort to confirm or clarify this belief, I did some digging on RUclips and I found a relatively long interview that Terry Jacks did about his career and there is a sizeable section about "Seasons in the Sun." The first link above is to that interview. If someone doesn't want to watch the whole interview, it looks like the section on the song goes from the approximate 4:27 to 11:47 marks. In the effort to find the above interview, I found a short clip of an interview with Susan Jacks, Terry Jacks' wife at the time "Seasons in the Sun" was recorded. What I was fascinated to learn was that Terry Jacks was friends and had a working relationship with The Beach Boys during that period. Apparently, Terry Jacks offered "Seasons in the Sun" to The Beach Boys and the plan was for the band to record the song with Terry Jacks as the producer. Unfortunately, due to issues within the group at the time, the song was not totally finished. Yet after the short interview clip of Susan Jacks in the video, there is apparently a "demo" or unfinished version of "Seasons in the Sun" by The Beach Boys. The second link above is the Susan Jacks interview clip and version by The Beach Boys. I was also able to find a long print interview, which goes into quite a bit of detail about "Seasons in the Sun" with Terry Jacks on the website Song Facts. If there's anyone that wants to read it (as I'm not sure if RUclips will let me post a link to it), go on Song Facts and type Terry Jacks in the search box at the top of the homepage. A link should come up in the search bar that indicates #interviews: Terry Jacks (Seasons in the Sun). There is also a link above that to a profile with more info about Terry Jacks and "Seasons in the Sun." For those that might be interested, enjoy! 😀
Good on you guys for getting the meaning of the song 🎵 speaking of 1 hit wonders, have you considered DOA by Bloodrock ?
if you'd like to give them another chance try "That's where I went wrong" or "You don't know what love is" or "Which way you going Billy". this made them not a one hit wonder group. But they were what they called "Bubblegum" music and that was a thing. Personally I liked it all, but it is harder to listen to now. and it's not for everyone.
I think you both were incrediblely polite in your comments. I, personally, have never cared for this song, and find the sing-song melody and "bubble gum rock-style" vocals annoying and childish, too. (Consider all of the great music being produced at that time!) I feel that it would have been more powerful as a poem, though not many people would have been exposed to it.
Like the song which was written by the great Jacques Brel, but I hated this version back in the 70s. I couldn't believe it was a No. 1, made it really difficult to escape it.
It’s a good song, I think I heard it somewhere once, perhaps in some movie.
If you picked up the tempo and added a half dozen inebriated backup singers, this might be a half-decent drinking song.
Another One Hit Wonder suggestion: Jules Shear - Steady
I'm just sorry you had to experience that one. Hated it as a kid, still do.
You should really listen to "Alone Again, Naturally" by Gilbert O'Sullivan... He's a 2-hit wonder
Gilbert had 5 Top 40 hits with 3 Top 10 songs. Not a 2 hit wonder.
Did someone request this song? I’m just asking cause there’s a ton we’re all requesting that most of us know you may like😉
Thanks for the post. Please be aware that, when introducing the marathon, Nick mentioned that there would be "one hit wonders" that he and Ryan chose that got videos. So while viewers would have a significant say in what songs "made the cut," it wouldn't be the only way songs got on. As for your question, it appears at least two different people suggested "Seasons in the Sun" on the community message board for this marathon poll. I can't answer why that song was picked over others that might have had more support, but it was listed by more than 1 poster.
For those that didn't want "Seasons in the Sun," I'll take a share of the responsibility as I included it as the "Honorable Mention" in my list for 1970s songs on the "one hit wonder" community message board. Given the upbeat nature of the music so far, "Seasons in the Sun" is definitely (as "Bugs Bunny" might say) "a left turn to Albuquerque" when it comes to tempo and message. Beyond it being a "one hit wonder," an interesting note is that this version was adapted from a song by well-known Belgian singer-songwriter Jacques Brel, who would later go on to influence musical superstars such as David Bowie. Besides "Seasons in the Sun," Brel's music was also translated into English and recorded by legends like Ray Charles, Frank Sinatra, John Denver, Judy Collins, Andy Willians, and Nina Simone. So while this song is unlikely to get you to tap your feet, think about dancing, and how much fun music brings to our lives, the song's original writer made more of an inpact on modern music than just a "one hit wonder."
While I'm fairly sure a few other folks suggested "Seasons in the Sun" and the guys have probably already recorded at least a week or two worth of videos, below is a list of 10 (and two Honorable Mention) uptempo "one hit wonders" to get the marathon back on the proverbial track for the guys next recording session (the songs appear below in the decade that they were released from the 1950s to 1990s):
*"Tequila," The Champs
*The Contours, "Do You Love Me?"
*"What You Won't Do For Love" by Bobby Caldwell
*Yvonne Elliman, "If I Can't Have You" (EDIT: It should be noted, as pointed out by poster "Filthy McNasty," that Yvone Elliman achieved 2 top #15 songs ("Love Me" & a cover of "Hello Stranger") before "If I Can't Have You" was released, so Elliman would not likely be considered a "one hit wonder" in the traditional definition of the term. However, it should also be mentioned that "If I Can't Have You" went to #1, it was the last major hit that she earned, and it is the song most closely associated with Elliman's pop music career)
*"Don't Leave Me This Way" by Thelma Houston
*Dexy's Midnight Runners, "Come On Eileen"
*"Don't Want To Fall In Love" by Jane Child
*Mark Morrison, "Return of the Mack"
*"How Bizarre" by OMC
*Chumbawumba, "Tubthumping"
*Honorable Mentions: "You Get What You Give" by The New Radicals and Dionne Ferris, "I Know"
Hopefully, any of these songs or terrific suggestions from other posters can restore the early "one hit wonder" marathon mojo if it takes a little ding from "Seasons in the Sun."
Here are two that 💯
Should have been in this Marathon
1)Dobie Gray- Drift Away
2) Ozark Mountain Daredevils- Jackie Blue
Thanks for the reply. If nothing else, I sincerely commend you for your dedication to "Drift Away" by Dobie Gray. If someone were to take a more traditional definition of "one hit wonder," Dobie Gray might not qualify as he scored a top #15 song with "The In Crowd" in the mid-1960s. My understanding of the definition that was explained by the guys before and at the start of the marathon was that an artist or group could have more than one hit, if one song was significantly more successful or the artist/group is known for that specific song. To me, it's up to the guys and the viewers to make that determination but I know there a few folks in the comments section that have a more traditional view of what constitutes a "one hit wonder," so anyone suggesting "Drift Away" should be aware of the potential rebuttal. Thanks again for the reply. Good luck with your efforts to get "Drift Away" into the marathon. 😀
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There were a lot of hits specifically marketed to a black audience. Sly & Family Stone
Thank You( Faletme me be mice elf) was a #1 hit in 1970 but on the" Hot Soul Charts", in other words "Black music Charts." Everytime I suggest it literally crickets. Not 1 like or comment.
If I suggest " The In Crowd" on any reaction channel maybe 1 like but doubtful.
If I suggest Drift Away always a like. 90% on here have never heard " The In Crowd". Everyone on here has heard " Drift Away".
It's quite frustrating being a huge fan of early Funk, but sadly most black music that wasn't part of the Motown marketing machine might has well not have been a hit to the majority on here.
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60's Soul that didn't have the Motown Machine behind it ( which was designed to crossover to a white audience) are virtually unkown to a white audience. That's why when I suggest the likes of Sly Stone or Curtis Mayfield literally 0 likes or comments . Everyone on here knows Drift Away. If I suggest " The In Crowd" you could actually will hear crickets. In other words to this audience Drift Away is a one hit wonder
Have to admit, this is not going to be your style, it's a little sappy and melancholy, but you can now cross it off the list! 😉
They should have done
Dobie Gray- Drift Away.
KFOG in San Francisco used to have a feature in the morning called 10 at 10 - ten songs with a common year or theme. Annually did a listener's list of the ten worst songs. This song won as the worst song so many times it was retired as the worst song champ and no longer eligible for the list.
This song was the theme of my senior prom in 1976. Each side of the gym was a different season. It was pretty lame.
I am late for the party, but I am going to show my age now and tell you that I still own my original copy of Time To Talk the 1963 album by the folk trio The Kingston Trio which has the original translation of "Seasons In The Sun" from the French language. The original song was told from the viewpoint of a dying man saying goodbye to his friend, his father, and his cheating wife named Francois. There is one line in the song where he says goodbye Francois, my trusted wife. Without you, I would have had a lonely life. You have had many lovers all your life. Your lover was my best friend. Think of me now and again. With your lovers everywhere, be careful because I will be there. The Kingston Trio is strictly aucustic with a stand-up bass, aucustic guitar, and occasionally a banjo. The version by The Kingston Trio is actually a little faster tempo, but the voice is not nearly as cheerful, and the overall mood of the song is darker than Terry Jacks version. I am very familiar with both versions because my wife and I were married in 1974 about the time that Terry Jacks had a hit with his version. It seems impossible that my wife and I have a 50th wedding anniversary coming up, but it seems more impossible that my collection of folk albums from the early to mid 60s is as old as it is.
The "B" side is so bad its good, 😮
I remember this song as a kid, but it's not one that i'd ever want to listen to.
It is the guy who died…not those other people he sings about…
A wonderfully kind message, but I’m not a big fan. It did need to be on the 1 hit wonder list though 🤙🏼
The subject has always been different. But it was played on radio ...
Typical 70’s AM radio….
Don’t know this one but hope it’s as good as Sanford Townsend Band, which was new to me. ✌🏽
I don't want to influence anyone's views on this song or give too much away, but "Seasons In The Sun" will very likely be the first song in this marathon that won't be mid-to-uptempo and fun in the traditional sense of the word. The 1970s saw a wave of what were called "story songs" or music that was centered on a character/characters going through a significant life or fact based event that wasn't necessarily about traditional love or heartbreak. Examples of other 1970s "story songs" that were hits include:
*"Cat's In The Cradle" by Harry Chapin (A song about a father's relationship with his growing son and how the son, when he becomes an adult, takes on significant traits of his father; An interesting note is that while "Cat's In The Cradle" is by far Chapin's biggest and most well known hit, going to #1 on the charts, he actually had a top #25 "story song" called "Taxi" a couple of years earlier)
*Gordon Lightfoot's "Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" (As Lightfoot was known as a musician who embraced writing about historical events, this is a song about a real life iron ore carrier ship named the SS Edmund Fitzgerald that sunk in Lake Superior during the mid-1970s. Since its release, the song has become nearly inseparable from most people's knowledge about the wreck and the crew members that tragically lost their lives)
*"The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia" by Vicki Lawrence (A fictional song about characters involved in adultery allegations and serious legal crimes in a rural Southern town. The story of the song centers on the punishment meted out on the character that is accused of the crime and whether or not that character was actually guilty)
*Cher's "Gypsies, Tramps, & Thieves" (The main character in this seemingly fictional song appears to be a teenage girl whose family performs in a traveling carnival type show and tries, when not working at the carnival, to make enough money to survive by hustling. It is also implied that the main character may be physically taken advantage of by men in the towns that they work in exchange for money, ultimately perhaps resulting in her having an unplanned pregnancy)
*"Midnight Train To Georgia" by Gladys Knight & The Pips (This fictional story song may be as close to a traditional love song that's included here. The main character is a female whose male partner packed up all their belongings and moved to Los Angeles with his love, expecting to become famous in a way not explained in the song. However, like most who move to LA with such dreams, the man is not successful. Ultimately, he decides to return home, taking the midnight train. The female love interest is caught between staying in LA potentially bettering her own circumstances or following her love back to the less lucrative life they had before moving out west)
*Honorable Mention: Jim Croce, "You Don't Mess Around With Jim" (Perhaps one of the best "story song" artists of the 1970s, Jim Croce would also have a hit with a similar "story song" titled "Bad, Bad Leroy Brown" after "You Don't Mess Around With Jim." In this song, the main character, a billiards player from the south, ends up losing his money in a game to a much more intimidating hustler in New York City. However, the main character resolves, even against very difficult odds, to go back to the pool hall to retrieve his money and get revenge against the hustler for being swindled)
These are just 5 or 6 of the most recognizable "story songs" that were released, but there was a time in the 1970s where there was a subgenre that saw "story songs" become extremely popular, likely leading to a song like "Seasons in the Sun" being recorded and becoming a hit.
You know the haters ate either mot old enough to have tbis song on its prime or dont understand reaction videos give exposure to ALL kinds of songs/genres and artists.
Rock On...was also popular at the time.
"Haters" QUite the juvenile cliche
@@Coowallsky what's even funnier are my typos. The dogs were jostling my arm...lol
We had Joy. We had fun. We went streaking in the sun. But, the cops came around and they shot us in the buns.