Yeah fantastic song. Everyone needs to hear songs like that and fight back against the oligarchy who is trying to kill all of us with divide and conquer. We have to remember there are billions of us struggling while a handful of maniacs own and control everything but the only power they have is our obedience to them. A change is going to come when we say NO MORE.
This song was released in 1964. It was called a protest song and was associated with the Civil Rights movement. My mother bought the single and always played it. I knew as a little kid that this was a Heavy Song with a very deep message!
Sam cook was inspired to write this song when he listen to a bob Dylon song blowing in the wind. And the day Sam recorded it in the studio everyone was speechless and crying, that was a strong song
He was the greatest gospel AND r&b singer of all time. Not many voices are anointed.His was. And his death remains a mystery after 58 years. He had so much more to give at 33 but they didn't want the change he was talking about.
@@TheDblock99 many believe he was murdered because he was the only person that could destroy what the colonel had spent years on promoting Elvis. Sam could write songs and had a powerful voice.
I think he was pretty big in the 60’s. He is all my older family members’ favorite singers. There are several documentaries on him. He owned his own record label, masters and I believe at least one radio station. Jackie Wilson was a rival. Elvis was a friend. He helped launch the careers of Bobby Womack & Lou Rawls.
I believe this song came out shortly before his untimely death, which gives it a sense of heartache since the song is about the civil rights movement. Sam Cooke's voice just soars with hope. Unfortunately he was not able to see alot come to fruition, Rest in Peace
It was in response to Dylan's "Blowing in the Wind." Sam died not understanding how a white guy could pen a song as such. He had no idea Bob is a Jew, facing almost the segregation as blacks.
@@michaelasay8587 you could have just ended it at "worse"- why drag politics into it. That is a big part of the problem, people pointing fingers at others, instead of just focusing on how one can improve oneself.
@@jessieball6195 No the problem is that Dems dont want to talk about how bad things are un youre lousy US. Dems should be ashamed of voting for that dispicable 30% apprvl Biden! Jesús, so glad to be outta that horrible violent, outrageously prices US! Its doomed!!!!!
Love Sam Cooke. He was nicknamed the "King of Soul". He had lots of great hits in the 50's-60's such as "You Send Me", "Bring It On Home To Me", "Cupid", "Wonderful World", "Chain Gang", "Twistin' The Night Away", "Another Saturday Night", "You Send Me", "Good Times" etc. Sadly he was shot & killed in 1964 at the age of only 33. But he left us a great legacy of music.
This song was written after Sam heard Blowin in the Wind by Bob Dylan which addressd Civil Rights. When the song was written someone told Sam the song sounded like death and not long after was his untimely death.
I offer the wisdom that I have lived my life by,, The earth is my mother and ALL her children my brothers & sisters ❤️👧🌎👦❤️ Navajo/Bil Hozhoni (The Happy One)
I read somewhere that Sam heard Bob Dylan's song "Blowin' In The Wind" and thought that black songwriters should be producing work that had that kind of honest social commentary to it. He certainly created a masterpiece with "A Change Is Gonna Come."
Sam actually couldn't believe a white guy could write Blowing in the Wind. He had no idea Bob was a Jew going through the same stress as blacks. Bob eventually did a version of this song out of respect for Sam. Both songs should have been songs of the century.
There is a profundity in sharing this song, this hymn, with you, along with lyrics and images to help convey the meaning. When positive change is made, there should be a lock on that floor, so it only goes up and up...never having to revisit dark basements in thought or deed, except as reminders of how not to be. Great song. One for the heart. One for the ages.
Sam Cooke… Icon! Really my first listening to the great R & B artist of the time. I was young in my very early teens but, great artists are never forgotten and he was definitely one of them I love this song
Upon its release this song quickly became an anthem for the civil rights movement. A song as timely today as ever. Sam Cooke was the first soul singer. He left the Soul Stirrers in 1957, took those gospel rhythms and phrasings, and went secular. He also brought many of his female gospel fans with him. He had many light, crooner hits, his first being the great "You Send Me" and others like "Cupid", "Only Sixteen", and "For Sentimental Reasons". All really big hits. He also had more gospel influenced hits such has "Having A Party", "Chain Gang", "Nothing Can Change This Love", and "Bring It On Home To Me". Sam was the first black artist to own the publishing rights to his songs, and the first to start his own publishing company. Sam's style is the most copied style in the history of R&B/R&R, and every soul/R&B singer since him has stolen something from his style and phrasing. He was good friends with both Muhammad Ali and Jackie Wilson, who IMO was easily the greatest singer in the early R&R/R&B era. Give a watch to the early live black and white version of Sam doing "You Send Me" from the old American Bandstand and you'll get a good idea of his performance style.
I was in school when Sam Cooke was making music. I was a junior in high school when he was shot killed. I have warm memories of his poignant music. Chain Gang is haunting. I remember watch Dr. King's peaceful marches . I remember visiting the south when I was about 11 years old and not understanding the reason for the white only and black only signs. I completed my last years of high school in North Carolina which was the first year that high school was integrated, 1965. I had come from Chicago and Denver where schools had always been integrated, at least since my time. I started going to school, kindergarten in 1953. Anyhow, it was quite a spectacle in North Carolina that year.
Love Sam Cooke. When you’re a musician sometimes you learn to appreciate all kinds of music. From Blues to Motown to southern Rock,progressive Rock, funk and Metal etc
I feel so lucky that music like this was the first I was introduced to. My granddaddy loved Sam cook, ray Charles, Aretha, little Richard, Stevie wonder etc .. it all really reminds me of him in such a great way.
I feel sadness for you young people who don't know the songs that guided the movement that gave you this platform ...keep on pushing by Curtis mayfield..wake up Teddy P etc.know your history..
Such an important song! Sam Cooke was an incredible songwriter, and vocalist. After Spike Lee’s Malcolm X film, I still always picture Denzel Washington driving to his death with this song playing in the background.
His most important song, and my favorite of his. Sam Cooke was a star gospel singer before switching to R&B/pop, and many gave him grief for it. Glad you listened to this one first.
This song was used in Spike Lee's film Malcolm X, it is so incredibly poignant. It is one of the best scenes in film ever. It's a masterpiece in choosing the right song to capture the moment in time. It's beautiful and sad and just knowing you aren't always going to survive to see the change that you have been part of creating. Keep up the excellent work with your reactions/reviews.
Sam's voice was impeccable! One of the greatest singers ever. Cupid, You Send Me and Chain Gang are terrific 👍. Actually heard I Love you for Sentimental Reasons on an old 1957 American Bandstand episode. Absolutely gorgeous! RIP Sam!
Absolutely fantastic song. I had never heard much of Sam Cooke until I heard this at the end of the Malcolm X film from the 90s. If this song doesn't move you in some way, maybe nothing will.
Such authenticity you both have! I am adding your take on “A Change Is Gonna Come” to my folder of Exceptional Reaction Videos. This is one of the most important songs of my lifetime. Thank you for doing it. For perspective, I am a 62 year old white guy, born in 1959, married 39 years. My 3 adult kids and their spouses cannot believe - it frequently leaves them shaking their heads or asking hard questions - the things that have taken place in my lifetime. I frequently send them links or headlines. Thankfully, many are aniversary stories of some wrong that was righted many years ago, As a 3, 4,or 5 year old up well into my married years, I saw so many injustices on TV - and a few in person. Yes, we have come a long way but as you say ‘there is still so much to do” accomplish, or correct. Bless you and your positivity. I really enjoy your channel.
Sam Cooke sang with The Soul Stirrers in the golden era of gospel. He was 19 years old and absolutely amazing. It will touch your soul. People need to hear that. It'll blow you away.
Thank you for that reaction. This is easily one of my favorite songs ever written. Not to mention this amazing rendition by Sam Cooke is absolutely the very best there can be.
I lived through the 60's and all the decades since. The change came, and they are still coming. Sam Cooke sang a masterpiece for all time! You guys rock! Listening to Sam Cooke should give chills to anyone. Every group has challenges, Cooke captured the SOUL of pain! Nobody could have performed this song with more ..... what's the word...Agony, Soul... IDK You guys are sweet, emotional souls. Love you guys
Very powerful song! I had to listen to this song without looking at the video first. After I listened to it several times, when I look at the video and the video is so powerful! Video cause me to become speechless! It’s a really great video and one but in my opinion gets to your heart. All I can say right now is… Wow!
This song was released in 1964 when I was 18 and in the Army. I was introduced to Sam Cooke by some of the brothers who shared the same living space as myself. I always enjoyed listening to Sam Cooke's music and in particular this song. I still listen to it often and think of how the same lyrics he sang in 1964 are still relevant today and only hope that the prophecy of this song, "A Change is Gonna Come" will actually come.
His voice is so velvety. All his songs were great! This was an incredible song from him and hit home for a lot of people. RIP Sir. Miss you and your wonderful voice too.
I was born in 61 and as a teen I heard this song and was aware of Sam Cooke's activism in the 70's - I am Australian - I remember Jimmy Barnes did a tribute cover to this song live in 1984 - a great version - really worth while listening to - I actually did request by donation thru paypal months ago for Jimmy Barnes
OMGOSH My heart is full listening to this song and my favorite singer.My dad got me listening to Sam Cooke since before I could even talk I was told , and I passed the torch down to my daughter who loves him to this day as well.please go down the rabbit hole with Sam he’s a legend . Good vibes and much love ❤️😊🤗
Dude this song right here is an anthem of the civil rights movement. You can feel the hurt and pain people endure in the Jim Crow era and all the hate on people of color and I can say this cause I’m a men of color being a Mexican with brown skin!!
Young people you are listening to 1 of the greatest voices of all times written as an answer to Bob Dillons blowing in the wind you should do Stevie wonders version. Love your video
Goose bumps all the way through. The intro alone is so *exquisite* - and it sets the bar pretty high for the singer to come in on, and boy does Sam clear it effortlessly. "I was BOOOOORN by the river..." - chills every time. I have three other versions, by Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, and the Neville Brothers. They're all great, but Sam's is unreachable.
Now that's the original song who sang it now you know it ain't none of these other people that's him that's Sam Cooke who sang it now now he's the one who sang that song it ain't no need other people this dude is the for real dude yes ma'am yes he is
I forgot this one. Thanks for getting this Sam Cooke classic out here again. Iconic to the bitter end and a still important message! Wow. Very, Very good message of a much needed change during the 60's in American culture. We're all in the same boat here everybody.....
I really enjoy you two,what I like most is the fact that you both know real soul when you hear it!! I'll be back again, it's cool hanging out with you both for awhile!!!
One of my favorite deep felt reaction I've seen in my lifetime been a fan of this channel for a year now many props to both of U!! Let me add FREEDOM for HAPPINESS has NO COLOR NOR RACE or RELIGION as we all have the same within we call a HEART where TRUE LOVE don't discriminate true words from a new friend for all ALBERTO from MEXICO! PS--- SAM COOKE a true artist that breaks boundaries with the spirit of his voice R.I.P.
This is a song of HOPE and PROMISE. To me it parallels MLK'S final speech: "I've been to the mountain top ... I've seen the Promise Land." This was one of the early "protest songs' in the early stages of what was becoming the Civil Rights movement.
I've heard a number of Sam's songs, but not this one. It's incredible. How did I miss this one? His voice is the best.Asia, I thought I was going to see you cry.
Sam Cooke is credited with being the creator of Soul music. He grew up in the church and sang with the Soul Stirrers until he went solo in 1957. A string of hit singles followed and this song was a adopted as a Civil Rights protest song. His association with Malcom X, Jim Brown, and Cassius Clay /Muhammad Ali is three black men forming a powerful alliance that would follow Martin Luther King Jr. in bringing the fighting spirit to set things right and earn a better place for not only black people but everyone. That's the point that is often missed.
Im an ol head and I still tear up to this song..His voice is so heart felt...You can hear the optimism and the pain at the same time, as he sings. The verse, 'It's been too hard living, but I'm afraid to die.." Wheeew...tugs at every emotion....
Sam Cooke, what an awesome choice, now this is some good soul music, great video and we have made some progress but we can’t let things become undone and we need to continue to move forward with needed changes
Sam Cooke is one of the greatest singers who ever lived. He could be a smooth Pop music crooner or take it to church with raw Soul singing. Check out him doing "Bring it On Home to Me," the Live at the Harlem Square version.
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Middle aged white.dude here, and I think this is one of the greatest songs ever written or performed.
I fully agree.
What an Iconic Song by one of the Best Voices to ever bless the earth RIP Sam
The best. Not one of
Yeah fantastic song. Everyone needs to hear songs like that and fight back against the oligarchy who is trying to kill all of us with divide and conquer. We have to remember there are billions of us struggling while a handful of maniacs own and control everything but the only power they have is our obedience to them. A change is going to come when we say NO MORE.
This song was released in 1964. It was called a protest song and was associated with the Civil Rights movement. My mother bought the single and always played it. I knew as a little kid that this was a Heavy Song with a very deep message!
This is hands-down, one of my all-time favorite songs. His voice has the plea of all humanity for peace and equality.
Sam wrote this and put his heart and soul in it. Thank you for this reaction.
Sam cook was inspired to write this song when he listen to a bob Dylon song blowing in the wind. And the day Sam recorded it in the studio everyone was speechless and crying, that was a strong song
This song always makes me cry and gives me goose bumps
Same here
I be crying so hard, if there people around I have to take a walk. My girlfriend ❤️ just follow me.
Me too...
Same.
One of the most underrated singers of his time.He's right up there with Jackie Wilson. Love the old time singers!
Steve Perry tried to sound like him. Very influenetial
He was the greatest gospel AND r&b singer of all time. Not many voices are anointed.His was. And his death remains a mystery after 58 years. He had so much more to give at 33 but they didn't want the change he was talking about.
@@TheDblock99 many believe he was murdered because he was the only person that could destroy what the colonel had spent years on promoting Elvis. Sam could write songs and had a powerful voice.
And Otis Redding.
I think he was pretty big in the 60’s. He is all my older family members’ favorite singers. There are several documentaries on him. He owned his own record label, masters and I believe at least one radio station. Jackie Wilson was a rival. Elvis was a friend. He helped launch the careers of Bobby Womack & Lou Rawls.
Asia & BJ, his "You Send Me", "Cupid" and ""Bring It On Home to Me" are next for you!! He was a hit machine!
Chain Gang...Don't Know Much about History.
I would rank Sam Cooke at the top of this genre, his music is transcendate
Also, love chain gang, and Sad mood those 2 songs really show his voice and how smooth he was.
All good songs but this song is levels above that
Yes he was. RCA Records dubbed him the Consistant One
One of the most beautiful songs ever created…period.
I believe this song came out shortly before his untimely death, which gives it a sense of heartache since the song is about the civil rights movement. Sam Cooke's voice just soars with hope. Unfortunately he was not able to see alot come to fruition, Rest in Peace
And here we are recycling the same issues. Some progress has been made but we are still cleaning house so to speak of leftover bigotry and hate.
Released after his death, much like Otis and Dock of the Bay
It was in response to Dylan's "Blowing in the Wind." Sam died not understanding how a white guy could pen a song as such. He had no idea Bob is a Jew, facing almost the segregation as blacks.
Rest in power
This song and video always makes me tear up. It shows how far we've come, but how far we still have to go.
Cortney....the world is just getting worse... especially with Biden.
@@michaelasay8587 you could have just ended it at "worse"- why drag politics into it. That is a big part of the problem, people pointing fingers at others, instead of just focusing on how one can improve oneself.
@@jessieball6195 No the problem is that Dems dont want to talk about how bad things are un youre lousy US. Dems should be ashamed of voting for that dispicable 30% apprvl Biden! Jesús, so glad to be outta that horrible violent, outrageously prices US! Its doomed!!!!!
Love Sam Cooke. He was nicknamed the "King of Soul". He had lots of great hits in the 50's-60's such as "You Send Me", "Bring It On Home To Me", "Cupid", "Wonderful World", "Chain Gang", "Twistin' The Night Away", "Another Saturday Night", "You Send Me", "Good Times" etc. Sadly he was shot & killed in 1964 at the age of only 33. But he left us a great legacy of music.
One of my all-time soul singers back when I was teenager. Tragic ending to a powerful star. Powerful figure in the music business.
I got chills the second this song started. Every once in a while a song comes along that is so important. This is one of them.
I couldn't agree more, Well said.
This song was written after Sam heard Blowin in the Wind by Bob Dylan which addressd Civil Rights. When the song was written someone told Sam the song sounded like death and not long after was his untimely death.
I offer the wisdom that I have lived my life by,, The earth is my mother and ALL her children my brothers & sisters ❤️👧🌎👦❤️
Navajo/Bil Hozhoni (The Happy One)
Then you must love the lyrics to: "Colours of the Wind."
Tsa la GI (Cherokee) here. This song is filled with hope and promise.
The dad is the oxygen the nature
Sadly the monotheistic religions have done everything they can to wipe out that thinking across multiple cultures over the last 2,000 plus years.
That’s nice and everything but Jesus Christ is Lord. We are all brothers and sisters in Christ.
I read somewhere that Sam heard Bob Dylan's song "Blowin' In The Wind" and thought that black songwriters should be producing work that had that kind of honest social commentary to it. He certainly created a masterpiece with "A Change Is Gonna Come."
Sam actually couldn't believe a white guy could write Blowing in the Wind. He had no idea Bob was a Jew going through the same stress as blacks. Bob eventually did a version of this song out of respect for Sam. Both songs should have been songs of the century.
I grew up listening to Sam Cooke. My Dad turned me onto him. Everything he sang was perfect!!
"Twistin' the Night Away" is a much more light-hearted Sam Cooke song that's great for a party atmosphere.
*I've really loved this song for all these years....it's a very special one.* ♥ U all
He recorded this song in January 1964, but it wasn't released until a few weeks after his tragic death in December of that same year.
The best voice of the Sixties. Mr. Sam could literally sing anything.
There is a profundity in sharing this song, this hymn, with you, along with lyrics and images to help convey the meaning. When positive change is made, there should be a lock on that floor, so it only goes up and up...never having to revisit dark basements in thought or deed, except as reminders of how not to be. Great song. One for the heart. One for the ages.
Totally. Its a shame we have to recycle through changes more than once.
I will never find the words to describe how much I love Sam Cooke. He’s pure silk. Every note from the soul. Magic. ❤️
One of the greatest voices ever, Sam Cooke was amazing...
"It's been too hard living but I'm afraid to die." Powerful song given the context. It ain't changed nearly enough.
Sam Cooke… Icon! Really my first listening to the great R & B artist of the time. I was young in my very early teens but, great artists are never forgotten and he was definitely one of them I love this song
Upon its release this song quickly became an anthem for the civil rights movement. A song as timely today as ever. Sam Cooke was the first soul singer. He left the Soul Stirrers in 1957, took those gospel rhythms and phrasings, and went secular. He also brought many of his female gospel fans with him. He had many light, crooner hits, his first being the great "You Send Me" and others like "Cupid", "Only Sixteen", and "For Sentimental Reasons". All really big hits. He also had more gospel influenced hits such has "Having A Party", "Chain Gang", "Nothing Can Change This Love", and "Bring It On Home To Me". Sam was the first black artist to own the publishing rights to his songs, and the first to start his own publishing company. Sam's style is the most copied style in the history of R&B/R&R, and every soul/R&B singer since him has stolen something from his style and phrasing. He was good friends with both Muhammad Ali and Jackie Wilson, who IMO was easily the greatest singer in the early R&R/R&B era. Give a watch to the early live black and white version of Sam doing "You Send Me" from the old American Bandstand and you'll get a good idea of his performance style.
Nothing Can Change This Love is one of my all-time favourite songs. Beautiful.
He was Steve perry's inspiration. You can hear how Steve emulated that incredible voice. Similarities abound.
Without question one of the greatest voices of all time. Great reaction guys. Thank you 😊. Take care and best wishes from the UK.
the production of Sam Cooke songs sound so clean for the 60s...like your in the damn room with him and the musicians.
I was in school when Sam Cooke was making music. I was a junior in high school when he was shot killed. I have warm memories of his poignant music. Chain Gang is haunting. I remember watch Dr. King's peaceful marches . I remember visiting the south when I was about 11 years old and not understanding the reason for the white only and black only signs. I completed my last years of high school in North Carolina which was the first year that high school was integrated, 1965. I had come from Chicago and Denver where schools had always been integrated, at least since my time. I started going to school, kindergarten in 1953. Anyhow, it was quite a spectacle in North Carolina that year.
Great song choice!🙂 It's a masterpiece.❤ RIP iconic Mr. Sam Cooke.💐🫡
Beautiful song,what a voice. Rip gone too soon.
One of the most emotional songs ever written and one of my favorite songs, brilliantly used in Spike Lee's Malcolm X.
Love Sam Cooke. When you’re a musician sometimes you learn to appreciate all kinds of music. From Blues to Motown to southern Rock,progressive Rock, funk and Metal etc
I feel so lucky that music like this was the first I was introduced to. My granddaddy loved Sam cook, ray Charles, Aretha, little Richard, Stevie wonder etc .. it all really reminds me of him in such a great way.
I feel sadness for you young people who don't know the songs that guided the movement that gave you this platform ...keep on pushing by Curtis mayfield..wake up Teddy P etc.know your history..
Such an important song! Sam Cooke was an incredible songwriter, and vocalist. After Spike Lee’s Malcolm X film, I still always picture Denzel Washington driving to his death with this song playing in the background.
His most important song, and my favorite of his. Sam Cooke was a star gospel singer before switching to R&B/pop, and many gave him grief for it. Glad you listened to this one first.
This song was used in Spike Lee's film Malcolm X, it is so incredibly poignant. It is one of the best scenes in film ever. It's a masterpiece in choosing the right song to capture the moment in time. It's beautiful and sad and just knowing you aren't always going to survive to see the change that you have been part of creating. Keep up the excellent work with your reactions/reviews.
Sam's voice was impeccable! One of the greatest singers ever. Cupid, You Send Me and Chain Gang are terrific 👍. Actually heard I Love you for Sentimental Reasons on an old 1957 American Bandstand episode. Absolutely gorgeous! RIP Sam!
Let's not forget his work in Sam and Dave now!
@@patricklapointe4979 Sam was never a part of Sam and Dave.
Absolutely fantastic song. I had never heard much of Sam Cooke until I heard this at the end of the Malcolm X film from the 90s. If this song doesn't move you in some way, maybe nothing will.
I’ve been singing this song for years ……… always with tears in my eyes
Such authenticity you both have! I am adding your take on “A Change Is Gonna Come” to my folder of Exceptional Reaction Videos. This is one of the most important songs of my lifetime. Thank you for doing it.
For perspective, I am a 62 year old white guy, born in 1959, married 39 years. My 3 adult kids and their spouses cannot believe - it frequently leaves them shaking their heads or asking hard questions - the things that have taken place in my lifetime. I frequently send them links or headlines. Thankfully, many are aniversary stories of some wrong that was righted many years ago, As a 3, 4,or 5 year old up well into my married years, I saw so many injustices on TV - and a few in person. Yes, we have come a long way but as you say ‘there is still so much to do” accomplish, or correct. Bless you and your positivity. I really enjoy your channel.
The 1st time I heard this song I was too young to understand the meaning but I remember how it/Cooke made me feel.
I still get chills.
Sam Cooke sang with The Soul Stirrers in the golden era of gospel. He was 19 years old and absolutely amazing. It will touch your soul. People need to hear that. It'll blow you away.
Simply beautiful and one of my favorites from my childhood.✌💖😎
An incredible voice Sam had R.I.P. Sam you certainly left your mark on this earth ❤❤❤
I feel so emotional right now.Sam voice is stunning
First!!...A True Legendary & Inspirational Classic...R.I.P. Sam 🙏 ❤
After Sam Cooke heard Bob Dylan's Blowin' in the Wind, he covered the Dylan song and was inspired to write this song.
Interesting that Sam Cooke was the inspiration to Steve Perry. Your reaction timing is perfect!
Sam Cooke is a very long rabbit hole to go down...He has what seems like a million great songs...Anything he sang was outstanding.
Thank you for that reaction. This is easily one of my favorite songs ever written. Not to mention this amazing rendition by Sam Cooke is absolutely the very best there can be.
THANK YOU!
We’ve come a long way but still have a long way to go ☮️💜
i love this song. i feel like its one of the best songs ever written.
TOO MANY TEARS
TOO MANY TEARS
TOO MANY TEARS
I LOVE YOU SO MUCH SAM COOKE .❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I lived through the 60's and all the decades since. The change came, and they are still coming. Sam Cooke sang a masterpiece for all time! You guys rock! Listening to Sam Cooke should give chills to anyone. Every group has challenges, Cooke captured the SOUL of pain! Nobody could have performed this song with more ..... what's the word...Agony, Soul... IDK You guys are sweet, emotional souls. Love you guys
Very powerful song! I had to listen to this song without looking at the video first. After I listened to it several times, when I look at the video and the video is so powerful! Video cause me to become speechless! It’s a really great video and one but in my opinion gets to your heart. All I can say right now is… Wow!
Thank you LadyGator!
Sam is one of the main influences of singer songwriter Steve Perry of Journey. Notice Sams style and think about Journey’s ballads! 😉😎🔥❤️
This song was released in 1964 when I was 18 and in the Army. I was introduced to Sam Cooke by some of the brothers who shared the same living space as myself. I always enjoyed listening to Sam Cooke's music and in particular this song. I still listen to it often and think of how the same lyrics he sang in 1964 are still relevant today and only hope that the prophecy of this song, "A Change is Gonna Come" will actually come.
This a classic classic right here
You just listened to one of the greatest songs in music history
His voice is so velvety. All his songs were great! This was an incredible song from him and hit home for a lot of people. RIP Sir. Miss you and your wonderful voice too.
I was born in 61 and as a teen I heard this song and was aware of Sam Cooke's activism in the 70's - I am Australian - I remember Jimmy Barnes did a tribute cover to this song live in 1984 - a great version - really worth while listening to - I actually did request by donation thru paypal months ago for Jimmy Barnes
One of my all time favorite song.
OMGOSH My heart is full listening to this song and my favorite singer.My dad got me listening to Sam Cooke since before I could even talk I was told , and I passed the torch down to my daughter who loves him to this day as well.please go down the rabbit hole with Sam he’s a legend . Good vibes and much love ❤️😊🤗
This song always brings the tears, but thank you.
Sam Cooke always a thumbs up. This one is personal. Love and peace to the world.
One word...goosebumps!
This song is powerful
Sam Cooke sings one of the greatest songs I've ever heard!
Sam Cooke's voice was the best R.I.P.
Only one word iconic
Love Sam Cooke! Would love to see you do reactions to his other songs!
Dude this song right here is an anthem of the civil rights movement. You can feel the hurt and pain people endure in the Jim Crow era and all the hate on people of color and I can say this cause I’m a men of color being a Mexican with brown skin!!
Young people you are listening to 1 of the greatest voices of all times written as an answer to Bob Dillons blowing in the wind you should do Stevie wonders version. Love your video
Sam's take on this song always gripped me to this very day.. I still get goosebumps especially when the horns kick in! RIP Sam, you are loved!
Goose bumps all the way through. The intro alone is so *exquisite* - and it sets the bar pretty high for the singer to come in on, and boy does Sam clear it effortlessly. "I was BOOOOORN by the river..." - chills every time. I have three other versions, by Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, and the Neville Brothers. They're all great, but Sam's is unreachable.
Now that's the original song who sang it now you know it ain't none of these other people that's him that's Sam Cooke who sang it now now he's the one who sang that song it ain't no need other people this dude is the for real dude yes ma'am yes he is
Pure gold.
I forgot this one. Thanks for getting this Sam Cooke classic out here again. Iconic to the bitter end and a still important message! Wow. Very, Very good message of a much needed change during the 60's in American culture. We're all in the same boat here everybody.....
Tears every time I hear this one…one of my favs…you guys are amazing!!
You two lovely human beings are part of that change and it's still coming but we're so much closer now.
I am a true fan of Sam Cook. His voice is so special and his voice is so special. I love love this song and it has so much meaning.
Sam Cooke birthed soul music.
I really enjoy you two,what I like most is the fact that you both know real soul when you hear it!! I'll be back again, it's cool hanging out with you both for awhile!!!
Sam sung the hell out of that song. He’s a legend.
One of my favorite deep felt reaction I've seen in my lifetime been a fan of this channel for a year now many props to both of U!! Let me add FREEDOM for HAPPINESS has NO COLOR NOR RACE or RELIGION as we all have the same within we call a HEART where TRUE LOVE don't discriminate true words from a new friend for all ALBERTO from MEXICO! PS--- SAM COOKE a true artist that breaks boundaries with the spirit of his voice R.I.P.
This is a song of HOPE and PROMISE. To me it parallels MLK'S final speech: "I've been to the mountain top ... I've seen the Promise Land." This was one of the early "protest songs' in the early stages of what was becoming the Civil Rights movement.
I've heard a number of Sam's songs, but not this one. It's incredible. How did I miss this one? His voice is the best.Asia, I thought I was going to see you cry.
This song was too deep for me as a child , but it so reminds me of southern Mississippi on my uncle’s farm sitting on the front porch at sunset
Sam Cooke is credited with being the creator of Soul music. He grew up in the church and sang with the Soul Stirrers until he went solo in 1957. A string of hit singles followed and this song was a adopted as a Civil Rights protest song. His association with Malcom X, Jim Brown, and Cassius Clay /Muhammad Ali is three black men forming a powerful alliance that would follow Martin Luther King Jr. in bringing the fighting spirit to set things right and earn a better place for not only black people but everyone. That's the point that is often missed.
One of his best songs.
Love Sam Cooke! Beautiful!!!
It's so good!
This one makes me cry every time. So moving. Cooke is the greatest singer ever.
Im an ol head and I still tear up to this song..His voice is so heart felt...You can hear the optimism and the pain at the same time, as he sings. The verse, 'It's been too hard living, but I'm afraid to die.." Wheeew...tugs at every emotion....
Sam Cooke, what an awesome choice, now this is some good soul music, great video and we have made some progress but we can’t let things become undone and we need to continue to move forward with needed changes
Sam Cooke is one of the greatest singers who ever lived. He could be a smooth Pop music crooner or take it to church with raw Soul singing. Check out him doing "Bring it On Home to Me," the Live at the Harlem Square version.
Time To Introduce Asia & Bj To Some Early Ska Music,, When 1st Released In The U.S.,, People Didn't Know What Kind Of Music It Was,, But They Knew They Loved It...Desmond Dekker & The Aces "Israelites"...An Iconic Classic..R.I.P. Desmond 🙏 ❤