Elton John - I Guess That’s Why They Call it the Blues | First Reaction!!
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I just got your Patreon notification. Stevie Nicks' song Edge of Seventeen is absolute fire.
I have a rather unique suggestion for you POLO. Find the movie Rocket Man which is sort of a biographical of Elton John. Whether on a streaming service or DVD, Blu-ray, etc. Watch it, take it all in, maybe even take notes, then do a reaction video for the movie (his life), and maybe play a song that really got your attention. Great movie, interesting life story, different kind of request, but I think if you give it a try it will be a rewarding experience.
If you haven't yet, you should really get into Bob Seger. Try starting with Night Moves
More and more of you reactors are doing this. I understand you want/need to monetize this undertaking, but it's impossible to recommend anything anymore unless you buy in to a reactor's patreon channel. That can run into some bucks, depending on how many subscriptions you have. PLUS, if you're like me (70 and homeless) the last thing I'm spending money on is a patreon account, even though I have recommendations.
The video elevates the song as well
Stevie Wonder on the harmonica. It is a song that grows on you, and it grew on most of us pretty quickly back in the 80's
I never knew that! Thank you!
Dobie Gray
I love Stevie Wonder's harmonica playing. He's played harmonica on a few Elton songs.
@@sapphirejones7315 Stevie Wonder is a genius. Check out his song "Superstition."
"Sorry seems to be the hardest word" is an oft forgotten Elton masterpiece.
Well, you've said a few times that you really like songs that are a bit "dark" or sad....Try Elton John's CANDLE IN THE WIND, his tribute to Marilyn Monroe and then he changed up the original lyrics to it when Princess Diana was killed and sang it at her funeral as a tribute to her. Real tear jerkers
Sadly I remember it so well, that song was never the same after that x😢
This is one of my favorite songs.
The harmonica solo was Stevie Wonder.
Elton's music is like fine wine. It gets better with time.
Holy Moly! A guy who HONESTLY reacts to songs. Isn't that unheard of?
Elton John "SACRIFICE" and "THE ONE" are incredible. (original videos) 🙌
The One is a great album.
His song Crocodile Rock has lived in my brain rent free since I was a child. Step Into Christmas also gets me hype af this time of year
I went to one of his last concerts in 2022, at Levi Stadium. He smashed the keys, and sang his ass off for an hour and a half, at 75 years old. Dude is a legend. I’m 48, and just started getting around to really sitting down and listening to these legends. I grew up with 90s hip hop, and my parents listened to this. Now it’s my turn to pay my respects to these masterpieces.
When I was in high school, one of my friends saw me with my headset on and asked: "What are you listening to, you heavy metal maniac?"
I said: "Elton John."
He was so confused.
My absolute favorite Elton John song is Someone Saved My Life Tonight. This song MADE me an Elton John fan. It will do the same for you!!!
I agree. That one and Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. I prefer his older music. 😊
Incredible song ❤❤❤
Yes!
I will check it out because I have not heard it before 😊
Same here! I learned to play the piano because of that song and have been an Elton fan since
Sometimes a song doesn’t affect us when we first hear it. This song was popular when I was a kid. When I hear it now, it reminds me of when my sister listened to Elton’s albums in her room. I would lay on her bed with the album cover and just stare at the artwork. Elton was huge back then. Just recently, I listened to his Audible book. He and his songwriting partner, Bernie, had a musical chemistry that was a recipe for incredible success.
Elton John "SORRY SEEMS TO BE THE HARDEST WORD" (live with Melbourne Symphony Orchestra) is 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Every song on theat Love album is🔥🔥
You should really really really react to Levon for your next Elton reaction. It is amazing
I do love Yellow Brick Road, and am a great fan of his outstanding response during the HIV and AIDS pandemic. Literally changed lives (and deaths) in my area.
This song is so beautiful, this voice is so wonderful. Elton is the singer who marked my childhood years, especially in songs like I Guess That’s Why They Call it the Blues.
"Empty Garden". i tear up everytime i hear it
I was hoping for more Elton John. Ty… Great review. There’s so much in this library to explore.
*Someone Saved My Life Tonight
*Candle In The Wind
*Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting
*Benny and the Jets
*Daniel
*I’m Still Standing
*Goodbye Yellow Brick Road
*This Train Don’t Stop
Don’t Let The Sun Go Down
*Philadelphia Freedom
*Can You Feel The Love (Lion King)
*Sacrifice
*Your Song
*Levon
Looking forward to more reviews
Some songs don't resonate until you're older &/or have more experience. This came out when my husband was called up for military service.
if I had to guess - I'd think you'd love: "Someone Saved My Life Tonigh" (which is among my top 3 favs by EJ), and I am positive you'd love Philadelphia Freedom.
Probably my favorite Elton John song.
I love this song, it brings back so many memories of my early 20’s being single and free, it was a wonderful and fun time in my life.
My biggest regret as a music lover/fan of both Elton John & Freddie Mercury, is that they never got around to doing a collaboration together… The piano playing alone would’ve been unforgettable!
(Elton & Freddie were best friends; they used to even attend each other’s shows, sitting in the wings. When asked in an interview about collaborating w Elton, Fred just replied “Oh, we’ll get around to it sometime.” But of course, Freddie ran out of time when he got AIDS.
Just before passing away, one of the last things Freddie did was to get Elton a Christmas gift. (Freddie knew Elton w/b getting after he’d passed.) So on Christmas, a month after Freddie had passed away, Elton said he was sitting at home feeling sad when the unexpected gift was delivered… a painting by Elton’s favorite painter, w a handwritten note written by Freddie. Elton still cries when he talks about it.)
I loved your reactions to both Rocket Man and Tiny Dancer so when I saw that you were going to react to I Guess That's Why They Call it the Blues, I thought "Oh no". Even though it was a hit, I wouldn't even put it in my list of Top 50 greatest Elton John songs. If you want to see more of the phenomenal song writing of Elton John and Bernie Taupin, check out Skyline Pigeon and/or The Greatest Discovery videos "Live at The Playhouse Theater (1976)". Not only had Elton's voice gotten even better (hard to believe) but it really gives further evidence of their writing genius. Elton was only 20 when he wrote these early melodies but, even more amazing, is that Bernie was barely 17(!) when he wrote the lyrics.
Top 5 all time favorite songs. Lyrically it's just too good. ❤
By Elton John....Tonight. thank you!
Tiny Dancer is my all time favorite from Elton but Yellow Brick Road is also amazing 😊
Love this song….
I truly appreciate your honesty. I've realized that for me, my favorite songs are the ones within my singing range, and this is one of those. 😊
As much as I LOVE Elton John, the two songs you reviewed were not (in my opinion) the best. I love his older stuff. "Good bye yellowbrick road", "Madman across the water" "Someone saved my life tonight" so, so many great songs of which made him famous! Just a thought .... I'm going to reach out after this nightmare of a Christmas is over. I'm making some BIG changes, not going to be pleasant but things that need to be done. Keep up the great work & reviews. You really are the best music reviewer on RUclips. Peace to you .... Merry Christmas & a prosperous & Happy New Year! ❤❤❤❤
Agree! Love the songs listed ...and Madman Across the Water is absolutely amazing! ...a favorite EJ album too!
Rocket Man is one of his best I don't care how many hits he has...
Madman Across the Water is far my favorite EJ album ❤
My absolute favorite Elton John song
@@poloreacts27I agree with Tracy Smith, especially about EJ's song Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. Pay attention to the lyrics on that one. Very cool. Also Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding is an absolute masterpiece! God I hope you see this and read it.
When this came out, it was very much a throwback sound.
This was the first Elton John song I ever heard.. either this or "I'm still standing". ..back in ' 83 when they both came out 👍
Love Sir Elton John!!
Will always be in my top ten. Never gets old and love that harmonica.
I was 4 when this song came out. I've always loved it - some of my earliest memories are hearing it on the radio in the car on our way home from Grandma's or shopoing or whatever. ❤
You have GOT TO HEAR THIS ONE! It was a "one hit wonder" at the time.
Spirit in the Sky by Norman Greenbaum
It's AWESOME!
Excellent song choice!!!💜💜🎶🎼🎵🎹🎤🎧🎸🥁🔥🤘🤘
Yes a good choice! Another oldie by Uriah Heep, called Stealin'. An oldie but a goodie. Also, have you had the pleasure of Bob Dylan? If not, Forever Young.
Smoke On the Water.
Fyi he was the lead singer of Manfred man and they had multiple hits
Song sounds so dated
Most Elton songs have a beginning, middle and end! You only get the end, if you listen to the beginning. The beginning might not be to someones taste, but it all comes together. This is in a 1950s style. Its of a certqin style and period. It took me a long while to get this song, but now i love it.
This is a song I would have recommended.. Love the harmonic
Never forgotten ❤❤❤❤
The start is for the seasoned Elton lover for sure, but it soon flows nicely And any time Stevie Wonder jams also is a huge bonus. Thanks Polo
My dad's absolute fave Elton John song. I got him this album for Christmas one year. He played it to death!! Have you heard his song The One, yet?
Elton has such a body of work to explore. My 2 favs, Island Girl and Sad Songs Say so Much.
This is my favorite "newer" Elton John song. It's fantastic. Now check out "Nikita."
If you didn’t recognize the harmonica player, say hi to Mr. Stevie Wonder. Stevie Wonder has an incredible catalogue himself from the 60’s and beyond.
I really enjoy your honest take on first time listens. What I find amusing about music and film is that the pieces that resonate with folks are so often unique to the person. I agree with your take on that song, but I'm sure it resonated deeply with the person who recommended it. As an icebreaker, I used to ask people to tell me what their favorite funny movie was and why. I simply NEVER had anyone double up on the same title. I have lots of songs that I felt everyone should love but came to learn that wasn't always the case. I do find it fascinating to listen to other peoples' favorite tunes... it really is a great way to discover music new to me. I imagine, that's pretty close to your experience with this channel. Great reaction as usual. Keep it up!
I believe he calls it the blues, cuz these are great times he has, that no one can yet NOT YET know about??? Possibly
I want to try that cereal!!!!
I found you a couple of weeks ago and I’ve subscribed and I love your reactions. This is my favorite John song and your first comments shocked me, because it’s such a bluesy catchy song, but at the same time I love your honesty and yes so many songs don’t hit us at first and then we’re like WOW 👊🏻😉
Polo- stick with Elton johns 70s material. That’s when he shined. He put out one hit after another.
Liquid gold!
Brings back great memories..thanks Matt. :)
POLO you made a good point about the first time hearing a song. A song grows on you. Some grow and grow, others grow and die quickly.
He does a fantastic live duet of this song with Mary J Blige..she is amazing ❤❤❤
I just love everything that Elton John does. It’s that simple!
I very rarely fall for a song on first listen. But songs like this get better and better each time for decades and decades of listening. The best things in life are acquired over time and growing sophistication. So, bravo!
Many forget that Sir Elton wrote all the music for one of the most successful musicals in Broadway and London's West End history. The musical had success in Australia, S Korea, and Canada too. It is Billy Elliot, the Musical. The video of Sir Elton playing the song Electricity while a boy dancer plays Billy is epic.
Sir Elton John .
I really like the honesty in your reviews! It makes it feel really genuine.
Love your videos. Thank you Sir!
If you haven't already you should check out Elton John's "Your Song" that's a fantastic track also "Daniel" is an excellent track aswell! 👌🏴🇬🇧
I love Elton John and this is my favorite song of his. I think it showcases the best of his technical ability and that personal soul that allowed him to emote so powerfully.
Levon, honky cat, benny and the jets are my Elton suggestions (if you haven't heard those yet)
Madman across the water, Mona Lisa’s and mad hatters, your song, some of the best.
Check out more of his earlier stuff from the 1970s I think it aged better than the 80s music. Try out his album Don't Shoot Me I'm Only the Piano Player, Goodbye Yellowbrick Road, etc
The harmonica is played by Steve Wonder
i REALLY REALLY wish you'd have watched the official video. it truly enhances the melancholy and beauty of the spirit of this song ❤
my most favourite elton song. so wistful, so beautiful.
also recommend:
someone saved my life tonight
sorry seems to be the hardest word
GREAT SONG MY FAVORITE.
LOVE THE VIDEO ALSO.
The old Elton John/Bernie Taupin was the best! Check out the Tumbleweed Connection album with Talking Old Soldiers, Son Of Your Father, Ballad Of A Well-Known Gun…
I love this song so much.
This is my favourite Elton song❤
That blues harp solo...
My favorite Elton song is Bennie & the Jets & Your Song
I like that your reaction is so honest. You should listen to Madman across the water next. I think you will like that one.
Good performance!! 🖖❤
Stevie Wonder on the harmonica
Heavy song this for me listen too , I had a dear friend , when this was just released late 70s , he was not travellin well , and I knew he was carrying a burden but , fine mate , honest, I'm peachy , he'd say , and me , doing my shit , had an appointment with my Parole officer , so off I rocks to do my shit , leaving Brad alone , sweet mate I'll catch yah , when I caught up with him , he was dying from a gun shot wound , caught his girl with a brother he confides , too fkn late , gut shot ,shattering confronting haunting , such a good lookin dude , he'd been sweet , but fuck , that song he played over n over n over , it's hard to hear, but did I listen hard enough ?? Sad , cheers POLO #1 bro
This was playing when I first realized that I loved my husband. Still love him and this song.
Just a comment on Elton, this song is nice recorded in 1982. The other two songs you have reviewed are from early 70's (the two most liked of all his music), there really is no comparison between the two eras. Suggestion two songs for 1975, Philidelphia Freedom or Somebody Save My Life Tonight.
beautiful number this polo,some beautiful sentiments in it.listen to goodbye yellow brick road and street kids by him
Love this song…
Great, now The Facts Of Life theme song is stuck in my head!😂
That was Stevie Wonder on the Harmonica
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"Laughing like children, living like lovers... Man, that's not the blues! What you're describing is an orgy at Disneyland!" - Tommy Davidson
This is my favorite EJ song ,followed closely by Candle In The Wind(original version).
My favorite Elton John song is Mona Lisa’s and Mad Hatters. I know you will love it 💜
The song was supposed to be an homage to songs of the 1950s, so that is why it sounds old school. You can tell that if you watch the music video for the song. Elton has a pompadour in it. LOL
U should watch the Elton John biography movie Rocketman. He's a musical savant. His lyricist eould give him words and he would just sit down and put it to music. He can hear something one time and play it perfectly.
I really really wish you would look at his Tumbleweed Connection album. Any of the songs would do, but my favorites are Come Down in Time and Talking Old Soldiers.
Elton John sang a song called Nikita that wasn't typical, but I really liked it. Maybe give it a try.
It's not one of my favorites, but it's still a classic. It's definitely better than a lot of the stuff that's out today.
For what it’s worth, to me; this is a time and place song. Some songs transcend. Some songs go hard, some songs go slow. It’s got a place and it’s not everywhere. I don’t want to hear this coming out the tunnel on game day, but if you feel it with someone, you can vibe to it, kinda thing.
Try Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting Elton's rock and roll song. If you give it a try do the original recording first then go for the live stuff. Thanks man!
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road is a top 5 all time album of any genre. Polo, hope you can find time to listen to it quietly.
Apply this to your ears and enjoy.....10 cc "Planet Of New Orleans" or "Fade To Black"
A must at our sweet sixteen parties
Best solo
Elton John
The Boss
Joel
11-17-70 Elton Live. I used to say back in the day, Elton could fart and sell a million albums lol
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