Samba Pa Ti gave all young musicians a look into the dances of South American/Latin dancing. That especially the Samba dance. Watch some excellent dancers doing the Samba. The dance style is dripping with sexuality and manliness-at least as we used to see it. Not to say anything about what’s right n’ wrong. Just, that’s Samba!
This past Saturday afternoon, my (step) dad was clinging on in his hospice room. I started playing a few tunes he liked, on my phone. The studio version of this was the 2nd track I played - while my sister and I each of us on his bedside, held his hands. He squeezed our hands when he could, even getting into it as if he were air guitaring..... the man was smiling....... 24hrs ago around this time, we lost him. He introduced me to this song. So now whenever I hear it, it's *HIS* song. Folks, if your dads are alive & well, give'em a hug just that much more tighter, and tell'em you love'em.
Very wise words. My dad had dementia and couldn’t always remember who we were, but he would happily sing along whenever we played his favourite old songs. Music is so powerful and I’m glad your family shared that with your dad before he passed. May he rest in peace
There’s another version of this song that I highly recommend with Carlos and José Feliciano, who added Spanish lyrics to this instrumental, and plays acoustic guitar. It’s beautiful. Also, another iconic instrumental of his is Europa.
An outstanding choice for tonight. Key members of the original version of Santana, the band, with Greg Rolie on keys and Neal Schon on guitar backing up Carlos. Of course we all remember how Greg and Neal went on to form Journey.
They also did a kind of reunion of the old Santana band but without Carlos himself. The band was called ABRAXAS POOL, and they did an album in the beginning 90s. Great album.
I love this man! I have listened to him for over 40 years. This is my absolute favorite song of his. Thanks for choosing it! If you hear 3 chords of his guitar, you know who's playing. He has his own original sound. He has a song featuring Michelle Branch called "The Game of Love." His solo in it is phenomenal. Santana once said " I don't play the music. The music plays me."
About 20 years ago i heard these 2 local guys play this on a beach at a restaurant in Belize Although it was not Carlos it did something to me the song was magical
I’m 65 now but when I was a young teenager, my uncle introduced me to Carlos Santana and I’ve been a fan ever since. This is one of my favorite songs. Great reaction.
This song came out in 1970 ~ I was 14 years old. It covered me with goosebumps and filled my eyes with tears then! and it feels exactly the same way 53 years later! What a gift he is to the world!
The sound that Carlos and Mark Knopfler of Dire Straights gets out of their instruments with firger picking will never not amaze me. True masters of their crafts. Also I smiled so big when Jay just started naming off guitarist and mentioned Joe Bonamassa. Come such a long ways from the start of this channel.
This song is a slice of heaven on earth, and is one of if not the greatest instrumental of all-time. Other Santana classics include: "Evil Ways", "Black Magic Woman", "Soul Sacrifice", "Open Invitation", 'Oye Como Va", "Everything's Coming Our Way", "Jingo" "Winning", "Hold On" and an incredible version of The Zombies classic, "She's Not There".
Carlos Santana has a brother, Jorge, who also had his own band in the 1970's called "Malo." They had a hit song called "Suavecito" that's really tasty! Jorge unfortunately passed on in 2020 😢 Also hit up Linda Ronstadt with the Chieftains "La Virgen De Guadalupe". The Chieftains are an Irish band, but the album Santiago is an homage to Galicia, an autonomous region of Spain where the language, music, and culture retain a distinctly Celtic influence from the area's original inhabitants.
As a budding 70 year old rock guitar legend, I ascribe to Carlos' mantra that you can't get that perfect note unless you make the face to go with it. Cheers....
A few thangs. 1. There is a vocal version of this beautiful love song. 2. Santana sings with his guitar. 3. Santana's entire Abraxas album satisfies your desire for Latin flavours. Every song is great, including this one of course, but also Black Magic Woman, Oye Como Va, Incident at Neshabur, on and on... They also flow well together. Great review y'all. Off to watch the Man of Mystery...
Carlos plays from his soul. You can hear it in every note. This is one of my favorites of his. Well, every song on the album Abraxas is my favorite! I played the grooves out of this album in the 70s!
You might also enjoy some songs from his Supernatural album where he collaborated with many other major artists. The song "Smooth" with Rob Thomas from Matchbox 20 was a huge hit.
Great reaction Amber and Jay! Santana is a top level guitarist. I've really enjoyed his music for decades. If you haven't reacted to it before, you will have to listen to Soul Sacrifice from Woodstock. I believe it was the performance that really got him started to rock 'n' roll greatness.
I've seen Santana in concert 4 times, dating back to 1977. Always puts on an amazing show. I suggest the next song should be Everybody's Everything. The studio version, featuring the Tower of Power horn section.
For pure Latin Rock by Santana, you need to check out Corazón Espinado with Mana, another awesome Latin Rock band from Mexico. Original music video. This was on his comeback Supernatural album that Smooth/w Rob Thomas was on. Along with Maria Maria and Put Your Lights On with Everlast. This Woodstock guitar legend from the late 60s came out with Supernatural 30 years later in 1999 and won 9 Grammy Awards breaking Michael Jackson’s Thriller record.
His wife Cindy Blackman is his regular drummer these days. They put on a terrific set at Eric Clapton's Crossroads Concert this past weekend. He was instrumental (pardon the pun) in the success of Paul Reed Smith guitars. He was PRS first major endorser back in the 80's.
This Song is still one of My All Time Favorite Santana Jams! This Song got major play during the Summer of 76. I still play it, it's incredibly beautiful. EXCELLENT CHOICE!!!
My favorite Santana song!! So sexy, he makes all his songs with such soul and feeling!! You always know it’s Carlos! Yes, one of the best ever!!!❤️❤️❤️
I found your channel by accident a couple weeks ago and have been binge watching all the 60's and 70's music reactions. It's like reliving the soundtrack of my youth. I have no idea of your ages but it warms my heart to see young people enjoying the same music I love. Also I'm impressed with how well you are able to understand the context of many of the songs. 👏
Awesome, can't go wrong with Santana, always worth a listen. Try Hope Your Feeling Better from his brilliant Live at Tanglewood 1970 show for a look at what helped make him a legend. Enjoy! 🎵🎸🎤🎶
He's such a treasure really. You know you're a good guitarist when you have Jimi Hendrix complimenting you. And Santana is really generous with working with other musicians. Probably one that isn't that well known, which sucks because it's a great song, is the song he does with Michael Jackson "Whatever Happens". You can just tell in that song the respect they have for each other. Please check that one out. 😎👍
I always remember that after this was first released, a critic described this as Santana "searching for the soul of the Universe", and imho nothing could be more true! Samba Pa Ti (Samba For You) is so amazing and a GREAT love song (you can just hear it in the beautiful, sensual way he plays this), absolutely my favorite Santana tune ;?)
Until this man I didn't know a guitar could emit that much emotion. This song drove the my 70s Latino community crazy. Glad to see young folks discovering this!
May I recommend the jazz fusion anthem "Rise" featuring Santana, Herb Albert (of the Tijuana Brass) and Chuck Mangione (sp?) Together is a most danceable tune.
They've already covered "Rise" I would recommend Alpert's "Route 101" and "Garden Party". I'm a fan of his as well as Chuck Mangione. Actually, I was in a Jazz Arrangement class with him in Rochester at Eastman. He was my very first concert, "The Feels So Good" tour.
over forty years ago, that was my father's music... and to this day, that magic is still with me and the memories of my father's stories about his first santana concert leave me with a good feeling
Awesome reaction 😄 FYI, The Conga player, drummer and the keyboard player, are the original musicians that played with him at Woodstock 🎶 recommend "Everybody's everything" With the Tower of Power horn section, and the entire album "Santana" 1, Thank you Peace! 🙏
So glad that you lovely young folks finally reacted to this song...first heard this on the Abraxas album when it came out, I was in third grade and the whole album was awesome but Samba Pa Ti embedded itself in me and will always be my favorite song ever! The way the song flows is like the soundtrack of a relationship...starts off slowly and then builds up as time passes... perfection
This song always takes me back to Iraq in the summer of 2003, when 4 of us were chilling in the back of a humvee listening to Santana on an MP3 player. I didn’t know that in less than two years I’d be the only survivor.
Such an amazing human. Ive seen him live more than a few times, my favorite was the loma prieta earthquake benefit on the grass baseball fields at Watsonville high School in Santa Cruz county. Santana had lived in the county in Aptos or Soquel for many years so he had a direct connection with the area, and showed up to help :)
I've had the pleasure of seeing Carlos Santana perform live over the decades coast to coast. I recently saw him perform last July , Santana and his band sound just as good as he was 20 years ago. A truly world class act. He always attracts top talent to work with him in studio and on tour. One of his finest works was the 'Super Natural" album . Two of my favorite tracks are " Maria Maria" and "Put Your Lights On". I think you'll enjoy reacting to them.
Carlos Santana makes Magic happen and you never know exactly what you are going to get, Carlos feels the music so much he sometimes changes the notes or tempo mid stream so Kudos to the rest of the band who need to sometimes adjust to suit where Carlos has gone. It is said that certainly in their early days there was not 2 performances of this song that were exactly the same. Love, Love, Love Santana. Please do more
“Black Magic Woman” that moves into “Oye Como Va”. But it’s so much better when you do the songs together. Santa Esmeralda is another group to react to especially their “You’re My Everything “, “House of the Rising Sun”, and “ Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood “. You will love it!!!!!
Two artists with Spanish heritage come to my mine. Freddie Fender " Before the Next Teardrop Falls" and Mr. Johnny Rodriguez. Johnny has many wonderful songs, but one of my favorites is " We Believe in Happy Endings". Give these guys a listen, they won't disappoint!
I remember first listening to this song in my late 20s. I don’t know why but I was moved to tears. That feeling has stuck with me every time I listen to it. So soulful and masterfully creative. He is one of the greats.
There are opportunities to go really heavy for Hispanic Heritage Month. Check out "Fundamental" by PUYA out of Puerto Rico and "Roots Bloody Roots" by Sepultura out of Brazil.
These artists have made significant contributions to Latin music and left a lasting impact on a widespread audience. 1. Shakira (Colombia) - Known for her fusion of Latin pop and rock, Shakira gained international fame with hits like "Whenever, Wherever," "Hips Don't Lie," and "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)." 2. Ricky Martin (Puerto Rico) - Ricky Martin is a global superstar with his energetic and catchy Latin pop music. He rose to fame with the hit single "Livin' la Vida Loca" and has continued to have success with songs like "She Bangs" and "Vente Pa' Ca." 3. Julio Iglesias (Spain) - Although born in Spain, Julio Iglesias is widely recognized as a successful Latin American artist. With his romantic ballads and captivating voice, he has sold millions of records worldwide, including hits like "Hey," "To All the Girls I've Loved Before," and "Baila Morena." 4. Juanes (Colombia) - Juanes is a Colombian musician known for his fusion of rock and pop with traditional Latin sounds. He has gained international acclaim with songs such as "La Camisa Negra," "A Dios le Pido," and "Me Enamora." 5. Carlos Santana (Mexico) - Carlos Santana is a legendary Mexican-American guitarist and songwriter who has achieved immense success with his distinct blend of rock, blues, and Latin influences. His hits include "Smooth," "Black Magic Woman," and "Oye Como Va." 6. Gloria Estefan (Cuba/United States) - Known as the "Queen of Latin Pop," Gloria Estefan has had an illustrious career with hits like "Conga," "Rhythm Is Gonna Get You," and "Turn the Beat Around." 7. Enrique Iglesias (Spain) - Son of Julio Iglesias, Enrique Iglesias has become a global superstar with his catchy pop and dance tracks. Some of his popular songs include "Bailamos," "Hero," and "Tonight (I'm Lovin' You)." 8. Juan Gabriel (Mexico) - Juan Gabriel was a prolific singer-songwriter whose emotional ballads and rancheras touched the hearts of millions. His well-known songs include "Querida," "Amor Eterno," and "Hasta Que Te Conocí." 9. Marc Anthony (United States/Puerto Rico) - Marc Anthony is a multi-talented artist known for his powerful voice and infectious salsa music. He has won numerous awards and has hits like "Vivir Mi Vida," "Valió la Pena," and "I Need to Know." 10. Selena (United States/Mexico) - Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, often referred to as just Selena, was a trailblazing Tejano singer who captivated audiences with her energetic performances and charismatic personality. Her popular songs include "Bidi Bidi Bom," "Como la Flor," and "Amor Prohibido."
Santana is a god in the latin rock world. Suggestion, Santana playing with, Gato Barbieri, one of the greatest guitarists and one of the greatest saxophonist......ever!🎼🎶🎵🎶🎸🎷😎😎
I love his guitar. So many different sounds come out of it and he can make it sound like most any other guitar. Jay, you have to do Steve Vai guitar solo "For The Love Of God" with the orchestra. Dude!!
For another Hispanic Heritage reaction, please consider “Suavecito” by Malo (1971), a band that includes Carlos Santana’s brother Jorge Santana. Wikipedia calls it “The Chicano National Anthem” - I don’t know about that, but it is a beautiful song.
So glad you played this. It is one of my all time favourites. Used to play it full blast on my record player(yes, vinyl) back in the early 70s. Stunning!
Carlos is The Zen Master of guitar. He's also one of a few players that you can identify after a few notes. For your next guitar instrumentalist you should go in a different direction and check out Joe Satriani: Surfing With the Alien, Satch Boogie, The Mystical Potato Head Groove Thing (my fave), Summer Song 🤘🤘
A must for a Latin choice, The Girl from Ipanema, it was a worldwide hit in the mid 60’s and won a Grammy in 1965. Music by Antonio Carlos Jobim. Please check it out, beautiful tune.
Keep the Latin theme going! You should check out an artist named Benny Mardones. Take a listen to the original audio of "Into the Night" from the album, Never Run, Never Hide (1980). The song is haunting, scandalous, but very soulful and emotive as well. One of the GREAT vocal performances in pop music history. 💯❤️🔥
Yes, ignore the first line of the song and don’t look at a video. This song is perfect when you’re driving home at night by yourself in the car. You can turn up the music real loud and you sing with him!!!
The entire album (Abraxas) is pure gold.
👍👍💯💯
Samba Pa Ti gave all young musicians a look into the dances of South American/Latin dancing. That especially the Samba dance. Watch some excellent dancers doing the Samba. The dance style is dripping with sexuality and manliness-at least as we used to see it. Not to say anything about what’s right n’ wrong. Just, that’s Samba!
I wore Abraxas on a 8 - Track in my first car in 72 .
My fav Santana album.
I agree
"Europa" by Santana IS A MUST!!! ♥️🎸👏☮️😎🤘
Seeing him play that live brought me to tears on 3 occasions.
Yes! Europa!!!
Yes, definitely!!!
Yes yes yes ...
@@armadillotoe Totally understandable!
Beautiful song. I love it. You guys should listen to "Oye Como Va" by Santana
They should also check out the original version from Tito Puente.
Yes!!!!
Rodrigo y Gabriela is an incredible brother and sister flamingo modern guitar team.
They should also listen to Maria Maria
I especially love Migra Migra with several artists and music styles and instruments. It's ethereal.
My mother played this ALL THE TIME when I was growing up. This song always reminds me of her. RIP Mom. I miss you.
The same feeling about my father, he had presents me Santana's music. RIP
I forgot just how beautiful this song is. It is beyond technique. It feels like every happy day you've ever had.
Love that analogy 👍❤️
This past Saturday afternoon, my (step) dad was clinging on in his hospice room.
I started playing a few tunes he liked, on my phone. The studio version of this was the 2nd track I played - while my sister and I each of us on his bedside, held his hands. He squeezed our hands when he could, even getting into it as if he were air guitaring..... the man was smiling.......
24hrs ago around this time, we lost him.
He introduced me to this song. So now whenever I hear it, it's *HIS* song.
Folks, if your dads are alive & well, give'em a hug just that much more tighter, and tell'em you love'em.
I did the same thing for my dad. I grabbed his phone and started playing all his favorites he had on there 👍🏽
What a moving picture. You will always have this tune to bring back the warmth and feeling of love for him, and for that you are fortunate.
I'm so sorry for your loss.😢 Some really good advice there!
I try to do this all the time with my loved ones now - give them 💯 every time I'm with them ... life is short ❤
Very wise words. My dad had dementia and couldn’t always remember who we were, but he would happily sing along whenever we played his favourite old songs. Music is so powerful and I’m glad your family shared that with your dad before he passed. May he rest in peace
There’s another version of this song that I highly recommend with Carlos and José Feliciano, who added Spanish lyrics to this instrumental, and plays acoustic guitar. It’s beautiful. Also, another iconic instrumental of his is Europa.
Cool! Thanks for the suggestion ~ 🥰
Don't forget BELLA
OMG, this is the epitome of how amazing his guitar talent really is!! Pierces your soul with great joy, love love love it❣️ More Santana Please!!!
-definetly !-
An outstanding choice for tonight. Key members of the original version of Santana, the band, with Greg Rolie on keys and Neal Schon on guitar backing up Carlos. Of course we all remember how Greg and Neal went on to form Journey.
They also did a kind of reunion of the old Santana band but without Carlos himself. The band was called ABRAXAS POOL, and they did an album in the beginning 90s. Great album.
And of course the Santana IV album from 2016 where they reunited.....and created the magic again just like that.
Unfortunately Journey were dreadfully middle of the road.
And Michael Shrive on drums
This performance was all the living originating members of the band.
Can't go wrong with anything by Carlos Santana!!🎵🎼🎶🎤🎹🎸🎸🎸🥁🔥🔥🔥🤘🤘💜
Only Santana can produce that sound.
I love this man! I have listened to him for over 40 years. This is my absolute favorite song of his. Thanks for choosing it! If you hear 3 chords of his guitar, you know who's playing.
He has his own original sound. He has a song featuring Michelle Branch called "The Game of Love." His solo in it is phenomenal. Santana once said " I don't play the music. The music plays me."
About 20 years ago i heard these 2 local guys play this on a beach at a restaurant in Belize Although it was not Carlos it did something to me the song was magical
I’m 65 now but when I was a young teenager, my uncle introduced me to Carlos Santana and I’ve been a fan ever since. This is one of my favorite songs. Great reaction.
This song came out in 1970 ~ I was 14 years old. It covered me with goosebumps and filled my eyes with tears then! and it feels exactly the same way 53 years later! What a gift he is to the world!
The sound that Carlos and Mark Knopfler of Dire Straights gets out of their instruments with firger picking will never not amaze me. True masters of their crafts. Also I smiled so big when Jay just started naming off guitarist and mentioned Joe Bonamassa. Come such a long ways from the start of this channel.
I think they have no idea how good Mark Knopfler is. They reacted to Sultans of Swing, but half of it was missing.
Yeah, and Jeff Beck is a master of that!
No one sustains like Carlos. One note goes straight up to heaven.
“I don’t play the guitar, the guitar plays me!”
Carlos Santana ♥️🇲🇽
You should do another by Santana called “ Oye como va” killer jam or a jam by El Chicano called “ Viva Tirado” both jams are FUNKY.
This song is a slice of heaven on earth, and is one of if not the greatest instrumental of all-time.
Other Santana classics include:
"Evil Ways", "Black Magic Woman", "Soul Sacrifice", "Open Invitation", 'Oye Como Va", "Everything's Coming Our Way", "Jingo" "Winning", "Hold On" and an incredible version of The Zombies classic, "She's Not There".
Nice selection! Love Alex Ligertwood singing on Hold On.
This has always been my absolute go to music for when I want to mellow out.
Great reaction again, Jay and Amber.
'Black Magic Woman' is the track you're thinking of, which is actually a cover of a Fleetwood Mac track.
"Albatross" by Fleetwood Mac is a great track for them as well.
@@seanswinton6242Yes, an excellent song from the Peter Green days, I also love, 'Man of The World' and 'Oh Well' from back then.
Carlos Santana has a brother, Jorge, who also had his own band in the 1970's called "Malo." They had a hit song called "Suavecito" that's really tasty! Jorge unfortunately passed on in 2020 😢 Also hit up Linda Ronstadt with the Chieftains "La Virgen De Guadalupe". The Chieftains are an Irish band, but the album Santiago is an homage to Galicia, an autonomous region of Spain where the language, music, and culture retain a distinctly Celtic influence from the area's original inhabitants.
As a budding 70 year old rock guitar legend, I ascribe to Carlos' mantra that you can't get that perfect note unless you make the face to go with it. Cheers....
I am 71 and want to thank you for telling me what has been missing in my playing.
Santana has always played with this style, Abraxas was a good introduction to his music, been a favourite for years. 😎🍺
Great to hear some Santana! So Nice! Thanks You Guys! :)
Legend! Thank you Fam! U guys grind the most! Much ❤💯🍻
A few thangs. 1. There is a vocal version of this beautiful love song. 2. Santana sings with his guitar. 3. Santana's entire Abraxas album satisfies your desire for Latin flavours. Every song is great, including this one of course, but also Black Magic Woman, Oye Como Va, Incident at Neshabur, on and on... They also flow well together. Great review y'all. Off to watch the Man of Mystery...
Carlos plays from his soul. You can hear it in every note. This is one of my favorites of his. Well, every song on the album Abraxas is my favorite! I played the grooves out of this album in the 70s!
The fact that so few people knew of him before Smooth is criminal, the man made magic since before Woodstock
It’s a great performance but also a great example of why you’re missing a lot from the studio version ✌️
You might also enjoy some songs from his Supernatural album where he collaborated with many other major artists. The song "Smooth" with Rob Thomas from Matchbox 20 was a huge hit.
Great reaction Amber and Jay! Santana is a top level guitarist. I've really enjoyed his music for decades. If you haven't reacted to it before, you will have to listen to Soul Sacrifice from Woodstock. I believe it was the performance that really got him started to rock 'n' roll greatness.
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@@O_Towne_Bear ok, thanks.
I've seen Santana in concert 4 times, dating back to 1977. Always puts on an amazing show. I suggest the next song should be Everybody's Everything. The studio version, featuring the Tower of Power horn section.
De Guadalajara, Mexico, to the World, señores, Carlos Santana..Gracias for sharing this magnifica pieza, saludos desde San Luis Potosi, Mexico...
For pure Latin Rock by Santana, you need to check out Corazón Espinado with Mana, another awesome Latin Rock band from Mexico. Original music video. This was on his comeback Supernatural album that Smooth/w Rob Thomas was on. Along with Maria Maria and Put Your Lights On with Everlast. This Woodstock guitar legend from the late 60s came out with Supernatural 30 years later in 1999 and won 9 Grammy Awards breaking Michael Jackson’s Thriller record.
His wife Cindy Blackman is his regular drummer these days. They put on a terrific set at Eric Clapton's Crossroads Concert this past weekend. He was instrumental (pardon the pun) in the success of Paul Reed Smith guitars. He was PRS first major endorser back in the 80's.
Carlos Santana is on another level, spiritually. I’ve seen him in person many times and it’s always a positive experience. His playing speaks to me
This Song is still one of My All Time Favorite Santana Jams! This Song got major play during the Summer of 76. I still play it, it's incredibly beautiful. EXCELLENT CHOICE!!!
My favorite Santana song!! So sexy, he makes all his songs with such soul and feeling!! You always know it’s Carlos! Yes, one of the best ever!!!❤️❤️❤️
♥️So very proud of
🇲🇽My Mexican Heritage🇲🇽and you featuring “Santa” makes me even Prouder♥️
Thank You 🙏♥️🇲🇽🙌
Another great song that was a fave of mine by Santana was an 80s hit called Winning,would love if you reacted to it!
Oh my goodness YES!
I can have Winning on repeat & never get tired. Love it!!!!!
I bought that album, Zebop when it came out in 1981. I also saw the concert for that
tour for at the Nassau Coliseum . Great show .
I found your channel by accident a couple weeks ago and have been binge watching all the 60's and 70's music reactions. It's like reliving the soundtrack of my youth. I have no idea of your ages but it warms my heart to see young people enjoying the same music I love. Also I'm impressed with how well you are able to understand the context of many of the songs. 👏
Such a spiritual player. So here we go! Black Magic Woman, written by Peter Green. Back to the stratosphere we go! Ah. Thanks!
Peter Green needs to be given some attention. His early version of of Fleetwood Mac is so different from what they later transformed into.
Carlos is amazing. Very beloved here in the San Francisco Bay Area. I'm so blessed to have seen him perform live.
Everything goes better with Santana.
He is an incredible musician and human being.
That's how you make a guitar sing. 🥰 What else can I add? Carlos Santana is one of my heroes and an epic guitarist. ❤❤❤
Awesome, can't go wrong with Santana, always worth a listen. Try Hope Your Feeling Better from his brilliant Live at Tanglewood 1970 show for a look at what helped make him a legend. Enjoy! 🎵🎸🎤🎶
A TRUE TREASURE!🎸👏 👏 👏
He's such a treasure really. You know you're a good guitarist when you have Jimi Hendrix complimenting you. And Santana is really generous with working with other musicians. Probably one that isn't that well known, which sucks because it's a great song, is the song he does with Michael Jackson "Whatever Happens". You can just tell in that song the respect they have for each other. Please check that one out. 😎👍
I always remember that after this was first released, a critic described this as Santana "searching for the soul of the Universe", and imho nothing could be more true! Samba Pa Ti (Samba For You) is so amazing and a GREAT love song (you can just hear it in the beautiful, sensual way he plays this), absolutely my favorite Santana tune ;?)
No one plays with more pure emotion than Carlos Santana.
This song is sooo beautiful, it brings tears to my eyes. Listen to it with your eyes closed.
One of the greatest guitarists of all time, period! Andale!!
What amazing people you two are,if more people were like you the world would be a much nicer place. Love watching you both.
Until this man I didn't know a guitar could emit that much emotion. This song drove the my 70s Latino community crazy. Glad to see young folks discovering this!
It is an expression of Love and Joy.
May I recommend the jazz fusion anthem "Rise" featuring Santana, Herb Albert (of the Tijuana Brass) and Chuck Mangione (sp?) Together is a most danceable tune.
They've already covered "Rise" I would recommend Alpert's "Route 101" and "Garden Party". I'm a fan of his as well as Chuck Mangione. Actually, I was in a Jazz Arrangement class with him in Rochester at Eastman. He was my very first concert, "The Feels So Good" tour.
over forty years ago, that was my father's music... and to this day, that magic is still with me and the memories of my father's stories about his first santana concert leave me with a good feeling
Awesome reaction 😄 FYI, The Conga player, drummer and the keyboard player, are the original musicians that played with him at Woodstock 🎶 recommend "Everybody's everything" With the Tower of Power horn section, and the entire album "Santana" 1, Thank you Peace! 🙏
So glad that you lovely young folks finally reacted to this song...first heard this on the Abraxas album when it came out, I was in third grade and the whole album was awesome but Samba Pa Ti embedded itself in me and will always be my favorite song ever! The way the song flows is like the soundtrack of a relationship...starts off slowly and then builds up as time passes... perfection
This song always takes me back to Iraq in the summer of 2003, when 4 of us were chilling in the back of a humvee listening to Santana on an MP3 player. I didn’t know that in less than two years I’d be the only survivor.
Thanks for your service, RIP to your friends
There could have been someone with a similar experience in 1973 Vietnam.
Sorry for your loss
Marcie....I was just literally getting ready to type that exact same comment ‼️‼️💯
ALWAYS SANTANA 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
i still can't believe that Santana played at Woodstock. Talk about longevity.
Such an amazing human. Ive seen him live more than a few times, my favorite was the loma prieta earthquake benefit on the grass baseball fields at Watsonville high School in Santa Cruz county. Santana had lived in the county in Aptos or Soquel for many years so he had a direct connection with the area, and showed up to help :)
Guitar wizards... Must hear at some point!! Steve Vai - I know you're there, and Eric Johnson - Cliffs of Dover
I saw Santana live in 1971 at Kent State University. Awesome show. My first ever concert.
I've had the pleasure of seeing Carlos Santana perform live over the decades coast to coast. I recently saw him perform last July , Santana and his band sound just as good as he was 20 years ago. A truly world class act. He always attracts top talent to work with him in studio and on tour. One of his finest works was the 'Super Natural" album . Two of my favorite tracks are " Maria Maria" and "Put Your Lights On". I think you'll enjoy reacting to them.
Carlos Santana makes Magic happen and you never know exactly what you are going to get, Carlos feels the music so much he sometimes changes the notes or tempo mid stream so Kudos to the rest of the band who need to sometimes adjust to suit where Carlos has gone. It is said that certainly in their early days there was not 2 performances of this song that were exactly the same. Love, Love, Love Santana. Please do more
“Black Magic Woman” that moves into “Oye Como Va”. But it’s so much better when you do the songs together. Santa Esmeralda is another group to react to especially their “You’re My Everything “, “House of the Rising Sun”, and “ Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood “. You will love it!!!!!
This is my all time Favorite Carlos Santana song. Pure Latin Soul! "Oye Como Va" must be next...
Just saw him at Crossroads last weekend
Still great 🎸🎶
No one sounds or plays like Carlos. His music sooths the soul. It puts you as close to heaven as humanly possible.
Fifty years of listening to Santana and still get the same listening pleasure.
I can recognize his playing with closed eyes even if I never herd the song before just because of the identical sound of his guitar playing!
Two artists with Spanish heritage come to my mine. Freddie Fender " Before the Next Teardrop Falls" and Mr. Johnny Rodriguez. Johnny has many wonderful songs, but one of my favorites is " We Believe in Happy Endings". Give these guys a listen, they won't disappoint!
Also some Texas Tornados with Flaco Jimenez, and his work on the Mavericks "All You Ever Do Is Bring Me Down."
@@seanswinton6242 Texas Tornados singing "Who were You Thinking Of?" Freddie Fender was one of the greats, no matter what name he was singing under.
Wow - no words and it brings tears with it's beauty.
You have to do Oye Como Va. The BEST Santana song. It will get you on your feet!
I remember first listening to this song in my late 20s. I don’t know why but I was moved to tears. That feeling has stuck with me every time I listen to it. So soulful and masterfully creative. He is one of the greats.
There are opportunities to go really heavy for Hispanic Heritage Month. Check out "Fundamental" by PUYA out of Puerto Rico and "Roots Bloody Roots" by Sepultura out of Brazil.
With several of the original musicians from 1969 (Greg Rolie, Michael Schrieve). How beautiful.
Some of the original line-up includes many of the founders of another Bay Area Band-Journey! You just can't go wrong with Santana. 🎶🤘😎.
These artists have made significant contributions to Latin music and left a lasting impact on a widespread audience.
1. Shakira (Colombia) - Known for her fusion of Latin pop and rock, Shakira gained international fame with hits like "Whenever, Wherever," "Hips Don't Lie," and "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)."
2. Ricky Martin (Puerto Rico) - Ricky Martin is a global superstar with his energetic and catchy Latin pop music. He rose to fame with the hit single "Livin' la Vida Loca" and has continued to have success with songs like "She Bangs" and "Vente Pa' Ca."
3. Julio Iglesias (Spain) - Although born in Spain, Julio Iglesias is widely recognized as a successful Latin American artist. With his romantic ballads and captivating voice, he has sold millions of records worldwide, including hits like "Hey," "To All the Girls I've Loved Before," and "Baila Morena."
4. Juanes (Colombia) - Juanes is a Colombian musician known for his fusion of rock and pop with traditional Latin sounds. He has gained international acclaim with songs such as "La Camisa Negra," "A Dios le Pido," and "Me Enamora."
5. Carlos Santana (Mexico) - Carlos Santana is a legendary Mexican-American guitarist and songwriter who has achieved immense success with his distinct blend of rock, blues, and Latin influences. His hits include "Smooth," "Black Magic Woman," and "Oye Como Va."
6. Gloria Estefan (Cuba/United States) - Known as the "Queen of Latin Pop," Gloria Estefan has had an illustrious career with hits like "Conga," "Rhythm Is Gonna Get You," and "Turn the Beat Around."
7. Enrique Iglesias (Spain) - Son of Julio Iglesias, Enrique Iglesias has become a global superstar with his catchy pop and dance tracks. Some of his popular songs include "Bailamos," "Hero," and "Tonight (I'm Lovin' You)."
8. Juan Gabriel (Mexico) - Juan Gabriel was a prolific singer-songwriter whose emotional ballads and rancheras touched the hearts of millions. His well-known songs include "Querida," "Amor Eterno," and "Hasta Que Te Conocí."
9. Marc Anthony (United States/Puerto Rico) - Marc Anthony is a multi-talented artist known for his powerful voice and infectious salsa music. He has won numerous awards and has hits like "Vivir Mi Vida," "Valió la Pena," and "I Need to Know."
10. Selena (United States/Mexico) - Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, often referred to as just Selena, was a trailblazing Tejano singer who captivated audiences with her energetic performances and charismatic personality. Her popular songs include "Bidi Bidi Bom," "Como la Flor," and "Amor Prohibido."
Saw Santana at the Capitol Theater in Passaic, NJ. A 3200 seat venue. AMAZING!!
Santana is a god in the latin rock world.
Suggestion, Santana playing with, Gato Barbieri, one of the greatest guitarists and one of the greatest saxophonist......ever!🎼🎶🎵🎶🎸🎷😎😎
Great reaction family! Yes, Santana doesn’t have to say a word. He tells a whole story with his guitar and you feel every thing he conveys.
I love his guitar. So many different sounds come out of it and he can make it sound like most any other guitar.
Jay, you have to do Steve Vai guitar solo "For The Love Of God" with the orchestra. Dude!!
Also "Tender Surrender." That song, like this, is on my guitar instrumental playlist.
He also makes you want to get up and dance!! Live it!!
For another Hispanic Heritage reaction, please consider “Suavecito” by Malo (1971), a band that includes Carlos Santana’s brother Jorge Santana. Wikipedia calls it “The Chicano National Anthem” - I don’t know about that, but it is a beautiful song.
So glad you played this. It is one of my all time favourites. Used to play it full blast on my record player(yes, vinyl) back in the early 70s. Stunning!
Though Roy Clark is not Latino/Hispanic, you should still check out his live performance of "Malagueña." It is nothing short of amazing.
This is my all time favorite song. Its the most beautiful love story I've ever heard, even though there isn't a single word spoken in it.
I love watching you guys enjoy GOOD music!
The first Santana track I ever heard back in about 1974. I loved it then, and I love it still.
Carlos is The Zen Master of guitar. He's also one of a few players that you can identify after a few notes.
For your next guitar instrumentalist you should go in a different direction and check out Joe Satriani: Surfing With the Alien, Satch Boogie, The Mystical Potato Head Groove Thing (my fave), Summer Song 🤘🤘
Santana can set the mood ❤ this one here is so beautiful.
A must for a Latin choice, The Girl from Ipanema, it was a worldwide hit in the mid 60’s and won a Grammy in 1965. Music by Antonio Carlos Jobim. Please check it out, beautiful tune.
What is also amazing Carlos is in his 70s in this clip ,great performance.
Flor de
Luna" by Santana . So Beautiful
This and Everything's coming our way my 2 favourite Santana songs.
Keep the Latin theme going! You should check out an artist named Benny Mardones. Take a listen to the original audio of "Into the Night" from the album, Never Run, Never Hide (1980). The song is haunting, scandalous, but very soulful and emotive as well. One of the GREAT vocal performances in pop music history. 💯❤️🔥
Just don't watch the video...Its CREEPY as Hell!!!
@@waynecanning4122 So is the song. A 16 year old girl.
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A small amount of research will reveal the real origin of the song.....
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Yes, ignore the first line of the song and don’t look at a video.
This song is perfect when you’re driving home at night by yourself in the car. You can turn up the music real loud and you sing with him!!!
The song and video is creepy and scandalous, but what a powerful voice Benny had!!
This one has been one of my absolute favorites for a long long time - LOVE THIS and so glad you guys reacted to it!!! Thank you !