The song Aqualung is a critique on humanity and two opposing views on the homeless. One side looks down on the homeless with disgust, while the other side is about compassion and the desire to help. Jethro Tull isn't about hits. They are about hidden gem after hidden gem after hidden gem. Tull has an intellectually vast and deep music catalogue. They should be seriously explored - both studio and live performances.
Martin Barre (Lead guitar) is truly one of the very underrated guitarists of the era. He was a fabulous player who knew how to perfectly fit with the songs. No waste, just tasteful greatness
I hear 2 sides in this song. People looking and judging an old homeless man and the reality of the old man. I seem to remember it being inspired by a real man and the conversation about him, maybe that's why he credited her. Don't trust my memory though, it's retired. Nice reaction as always!
Yeeeees! I saw your channel & saw you were doing more Jethro Tull & clicked right that minute! Ian Anderson is one of the greatest Musicians ever!! (Imho) Greatest unique & creative!
When you have an hour to kill with eargasmic pleasure, I suggest getting into a cool buzz and putting headphones on for the full "Thick As A Brick" album.
I watched a video of one of their stage performances and the bassist looked like he wasn't even working at it. He was a total master looking casual while performing those progressions. I was stunned.
If I recall, Ian's wife wrote the lyrics for this great song. And some other famous rockers showed up at the studio to watch the guitar solo from Barre.
You are my favorite reaction channel. You don't do much "prog" Here is a great one that I think you will like Renaissance- "Ashes Are Burning" Here is another great song by Renaissance - Song of Scheherazade (Renaissance Live At Carnegie Hall ) Be forewarned it is nearly 30 min long It tells a great story and blends clasical and rock
Everyone hits this song but there are tracks on the album that demand a listen as well, “Hymn 43”, "Wond'ring Aloud”, "Up to Me” and "Wind-Up” don’t get the attention they deserve. I’m getting tired of only “hits” being reviewed, it’s past time to move on from this and dig deeper into the legendary bands works.
I think there are perhaps three perspectives because there are three distinct musical styles. (1) Heavy, harsh, judgmental, projecting worst thoughts and fears onto subject. Keeping a safe distance. Perhaps a person of privilege affronted or made uneasy ? Maybe most of society? (2) Soft, light, slower, more dream like, sentimental, empathetic, closer observer of subject atleast in the observers mind….empathetic, well meaning but likely does nothing helpful. Thoughts and prayers type person, maybe donates money to a related charity. (3) Lyrically overlaps with (2) but adds more clinical observations, faster paced, seems a more objective observer. A reporter? Social worker? Clinician? Somebody used to helping or encountering the homeless. Expresses none of the nasty thoughts as (1).
The song Aqualung is a critique on humanity and two opposing views on the homeless. One side looks down on the homeless with disgust, while the other side is about compassion and the desire to help.
Jethro Tull isn't about hits. They are about hidden gem after hidden gem after hidden gem. Tull has an intellectually vast and deep music catalogue. They should be seriously explored - both studio and live performances.
Yes, sensational lyrics, and Ian's changing vocals reflect the 2 different views along with Martin's electric against Ian's acoustic guitar.
Martin Barre (Lead guitar) is truly one of the very underrated guitarists of the era. He was a fabulous player who knew how to perfectly fit with the songs. No waste, just tasteful greatness
Jethro Tull❤❤; brilliant band and Ian Anderson is a true force to be reckoned with and enjoyed.🎼🎼🔌🔌
Still listen to the studio versions of the ones already heard. Big difference
I’ve seen them live at the Olympia in Paris, that was not only music, but also a show... Great band !
I saw them over 20 times over the years. Always a killer show.
Still amazing all these years later. I was 16 and this is what we listened to just hanging out. Another fav is Thick as a Brick!
Quintessential Tull. Studio version is best pick for first react
I was lucky to see the group tour to support this album, absolutely incredible concert!
I hear 2 sides in this song. People looking and judging an old homeless man and the reality of the old man. I seem to remember it being inspired by a real man and the conversation about him, maybe that's why he credited her. Don't trust my memory though, it's retired.
Nice reaction as always!
Yeeeees! I saw your channel & saw you were doing more Jethro Tull & clicked right that minute! Ian Anderson is one of the greatest Musicians ever!! (Imho) Greatest unique & creative!
When you have an hour to kill with eargasmic pleasure, I suggest getting into a cool buzz and putting headphones on for the full "Thick As A Brick" album.
Sweet!
Master flautist...my favorite thing about Ian Anderson. Brilliant man.
While true,, it seems odd to say this in a song with no flute.
I watched a video of one of their stage performances and the bassist looked like he wasn't even working at it. He was a total master looking casual while performing those progressions. I was stunned.
In my youth, this song was huge. I was living in the San Fernando Valley, a suburb of Los Angeles.
There are very few perfect albums, but this is one of the great albums that blew me away when I was young. You've got to love Jethro Tull.
If I recall, Ian's wife wrote the lyrics for this great song. And some other famous rockers showed up at the studio to watch the guitar solo from Barre.
Minstrel in the Gallery is very prog but rocks hard too. Check it out.
That song and also "Cold Wind to Valhalla" from the same album. Barlowe's drumming is incredible, for one thing.
Great song, famously referenced by Ron Burgundy during his jazz flute solo 😅
My husband went to see Ian Anderson (20 yrs ago) at a small venue and he was sitting about 10 ft away from Ian. He said it was amazing.
Such a great concept for a song, and musically it does capture the dichotomy, lyrically too, of course. Two views of the homeless.
LIVING IN THE PAST.
☮️💙💙💙🔥🔥🔥😎
Ian was one reason I played the flute! Listening back to it today, the lyrics are so weird! Lol
Cross eyed Mary and Wondring Aloud are great tracks from this album.
You are my favorite reaction channel. You don't do much "prog" Here is a great one that I think you will like Renaissance- "Ashes Are Burning"
Here is another great song by Renaissance - Song of Scheherazade (Renaissance Live At Carnegie Hall ) Be forewarned it is nearly 30 min long It tells a great story and blends clasical and rock
I will second the call for Renaissance, which NOBODY ever reacts to. My suggestion is "Can You Understand."
@@jpmnewyork There are a few reactions to "Can You Understand. A search can find them
@@fclopez1 Thank you! Will look. I hadn't come across them.
From this album, I recommend Hymn 43 and Mother Goose. An earlier instrumental, Bourée, boasts an epic flute riff.
Not a filler on the album. The second side is a masterpiece.
For a progressive masterpiece, definitely listen to the studio Thick As A Brick - but beware, it's the ENTIRE album, 45min.
Everyone hits this song but there are tracks on the album that demand a listen as well, “Hymn 43”, "Wond'ring Aloud”, "Up to Me” and "Wind-Up” don’t get the attention they deserve. I’m getting tired of only “hits” being reviewed, it’s past time to move on from this and dig deeper into the legendary bands works.
No flute... sigh.
Young Sir... where did your Thick as a Brick review go ? It was great, but now it is gone.
I think there are perhaps three perspectives because there are three distinct musical styles.
(1) Heavy, harsh, judgmental, projecting worst thoughts and fears onto subject. Keeping a safe distance. Perhaps a person of privilege affronted or made uneasy ? Maybe most of society?
(2) Soft, light, slower, more dream like, sentimental, empathetic, closer observer of subject atleast in the observers mind….empathetic, well meaning but likely does nothing helpful. Thoughts and prayers type person, maybe donates money to a related charity.
(3) Lyrically overlaps with (2) but adds more clinical observations, faster paced, seems a more objective observer. A reporter? Social worker? Clinician? Somebody used to helping or encountering the homeless. Expresses none of the nasty thoughts as (1).