NEIL DIAMOND - I Am... I Said | FIRST TIME HEARING REACTION

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  • @clifton8929
    @clifton8929 17 днів тому +32

    Diamond has won a GRAMMY Award, a Golden Globe Award, the Sammy Cahn Lifetime Achievement Award, and a Kennedy Center Honor. He was also inducted into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall Of Fame (in 1984). The guy has sold millions of albums and written songs for other groups and singers. Sadly, he has Parkinson's disease.

  • @jeanniedebartolo5965
    @jeanniedebartolo5965 17 днів тому +23

    Great song. Neil Diamond is a legend ❤

  • @markbrooks8144
    @markbrooks8144 17 днів тому +6

    Easily my favourite Neil Diamond song. Second place probably goes to “Solitary Man.”

  • @user-vf1oj9lv3v
    @user-vf1oj9lv3v 17 днів тому +24

    Always been one of my fave Neil Diamond songs all these decades.

  • @susanliltz3875
    @susanliltz3875 17 днів тому +22

    Neil Diamond:
    “ BROTHER LOVES TRAVELING SALVATION SHOW”
    gotta check out that one , about a gospel revival, preacher!!

  • @Rhiannon011
    @Rhiannon011 17 днів тому +6

    "I am I cry, but no one heard, not even the chair,....leaving me lonely still". The way he sings those lyrics in this song touches me in such a way.

  • @TheTish
    @TheTish 17 днів тому +9

    I weep openly when I hear Neil Diamond sing. His songs, their lyrics, melodies, how he emotes resonate deep into my soul. I've seen him in concert over a dozen times.

  • @patswanson2870
    @patswanson2870 17 днів тому +16

    I don’t think he is given enough credit for his song writing.

  • @meditationlifeskills
    @meditationlifeskills 17 днів тому +12

    An epic song about finding your place and purpose in life.

  • @stuff3829
    @stuff3829 17 днів тому +9

    My favorite Neil Diamond song

  • @germankitty
    @germankitty 14 днів тому

    Neil Diamond is one of the great American singer-songwriters. He's done some AMAZING stuff!

  • @user-tc3sj4mn5y
    @user-tc3sj4mn5y 17 днів тому

    My very favorite Neil Diamond song

  • @coleenuyehara1446
    @coleenuyehara1446 17 днів тому +9

    Neil Diamond came through with a real winning moment to close out this year. The legendary singer hosted a worldwide singalong of his iconic hit "Sweet Caroline," and the result is just so damn heartwarming. In a video shared to his UA-cam page on December 21st, tons of Diamond's fans around the world came together in song.

    • @terri2494
      @terri2494 17 днів тому +3

      I didn’t know that. Thanks for sharing.

  • @dagmar.6954
    @dagmar.6954 17 днів тому +9

    One of my favorite singer songwriters spanning many decades. He had tons of hit songs. "I Am, I Said" is one of my favorite songs by Neil. It is almost an autobiography of his life & fame. He wrote the song "I'm A Believer" which became a big hit for the Monkees in 1966. Other great songs are "Cherry, Cherry", "Kentucky Woman", "Red Red Wine", "Solitary Man", "Holly Holy", "Cracklin' Rosie", "Song Sung Blue", "Longfellow Serenade", "Desirée", "Forever In Blue Jeans", "You Don't Bring Me Flowers" etc.

  • @classicrocklady6288
    @classicrocklady6288 17 днів тому +12

    Neil is epic.
    And we never know what someone else has gone through.
    That's why it's important to always be kind.

  • @elizabethwood9409
    @elizabethwood9409 17 днів тому

    My sweet granddaddy loved Neil Diamond so much, especially this song. I can’t hear this without thinking about him. ❤️ He’s been gone for 22 years.

  • @albertscanlon2005
    @albertscanlon2005 17 днів тому +5

    This for me is his greatest song and like many fans there are many great songs. I agree it is epic and the compositionand and build up to the emotional I am i cried is personal for i believe for Neil Diamond and people of this world. Trying to find the light and avoid the darkness but knowing that darkness is part of life as well as happiness. To think that Neil Diamond doubted he was good enough!!. None better than Neil Diamond

  • @jkimball7093
    @jkimball7093 17 днів тому +3

    My favorite of Neil, from my Mom. It's amazing! listen to those words!!!!!

  • @l.t.6180
    @l.t.6180 17 днів тому

    Neil Diamond is the only artist who, in my opinion, has it all: The voice, the looks, the music and lyrics, the depth of some songs but also the joy of other songs, the charisma as a live performer... One of the greatest singer-songwriters and performers ever. Also listen to Solitary Man and Holly Holy, some of his early songs, but even late in his career he penned the most beautiful songs like Hell Yeah (the live version of 2008 is epic! Hell Yeah is Neil's personal My Way) or Pretty Amazing Grace.

  • @bjw0515
    @bjw0515 17 днів тому +6

    Things that you think you want out of life always are not what you need. One thing for sure, the man is a hell of a songwriter. He captures the feelings perfectly! Thank you for giving this wonderful song some airtime. Again thanks, Shawn.

  • @memremacm
    @memremacm 12 днів тому

    So glad to see someone appreciate Neil Diamond. He was huge in the 60’s-70’s.

  • @mikehackeson5092
    @mikehackeson5092 17 днів тому +6

    Another beautiful song from Neil in this era is "Morningside". There are some great live versions, but I prefer the original studio recording.

  • @cnatview
    @cnatview 17 днів тому +3

    In those online games that say, "Name one line from a song that everyone knows.", I always use the line, "Did you ever read about a frog who dreamed of being a King..... And then became one." Most everyone always knows it. Thanks for the review, Shawn.... enjoyed it. Take care and be well. Peace.

  • @thirday44
    @thirday44 15 днів тому

    There's something powerful when a man declares "I am". But no one heard him, not even the chair. There's a live version that is very powerful. Love your reactions.

  • @darrinlindsey
    @darrinlindsey 17 днів тому +2

    Neil is one of my all time favorites. He was going through, what he called, the sophomore dull drums. My favorite song of his is, Coming To America.

  • @coleenuyehara1446
    @coleenuyehara1446 17 днів тому +9

    He has sold 130 million records world wide and that doesn’t count the number of covers sold. "Sweet Caroline, and "Cherry, Cherry."

  • @jayarr961
    @jayarr961 16 днів тому

    I am old enough that I remember when this song came out. At that time my family had just moved away from my childhood home. I was living in a new town, trying to meet new friends, so the first verse of this song really touched me. Now it brings me back to how I felt at that time. I am 66 now I was 14 then. If you ant to eplore a little more of Neil, I suggest his duet with Barbara Streisand, live from the Grammy Awards - "You Don't Bring Me Flowers"

  • @Uriahheep1975
    @Uriahheep1975 17 днів тому +2

    Speaking of tear up, he has another song that could tear you up more. Please react to his "the story of my life" song. Its also a very powerful song.

  • @scotstevens5263
    @scotstevens5263 17 днів тому

    I worked for a moving company in L.A. And had a job to remove a sofa from Neil’s managers house who used to be Shirley Temple’s house. The house next door was her guest house. So his manager gave me Neil’s Moods album. This was in the later 70’s.

  • @michaelmartinelli2258
    @michaelmartinelli2258 16 днів тому

    Picture it, America, Summertime 1971 and playing on the radio "I am I Said" by Neil Diamond. Priceless 🤗 ⚾

  • @KevinRCarr
    @KevinRCarr 17 днів тому +1

    Quoting a John Hiatt song: "...trying to fill up the hole in my soul, but nothin' fits there."

  • @shezarae8827
    @shezarae8827 17 днів тому

    Neil's songs, epically the ones early in his career, always hit me very emotional.

  • @edwarddavis6827
    @edwarddavis6827 16 днів тому

    He wrote “If you know what I mean” “Yes I Will” “Be” - Jonathan Livingston Seagull. “Brother Loves Travelling Salvation Show”… “September Morn” “Love on the Rocks” “Hello Again” “I’m a Believer” “Solitary Man” “Girl you’ll be a woman soon”…

  • @billboyd9028
    @billboyd9028 17 днів тому +2

    If you want to take the road less traveled in Neil Diamond, first do a full-album reaction to "Johnathan Livingston Seagull" and then do a movie reaction to "Jazz Singer". Neil stars in "Jazz Singer" and sings several songs that became popular, and "JLS" is an amazing full-length album composition.... of course, you can always review any song on "Beautiful Noise" for a completely different Neil Diamond sound.....

  • @user-ez6vk2bw7q
    @user-ez6vk2bw7q 17 днів тому +7

    Saw Neil play this song during a concert in the early '70s in Portland, Oregon. A wonderful singer, songwriter and actor, he also played the lead in the '80s remake of The Jazz Singer.

  • @user-uh3nn9sm1j
    @user-uh3nn9sm1j 17 днів тому

    One of the best lyrical songs, ever.

  • @crofootski
    @crofootski 16 днів тому

    Neil Diamond is the best! If it has been a while since I've listened to his music, I always feel like I'm coming home when I listen again. I recommend his live album Hot August Night, one of the best live albums ever.

  • @stevewalsh4850
    @stevewalsh4850 17 днів тому +4

    Epic is the right word

  • @bruceprosje9243
    @bruceprosje9243 17 днів тому +2

    This tune, and "Solitary Man" are my two favorites of his.

  • @ElizasGrammy
    @ElizasGrammy 17 днів тому +1

    I used to drive the DJ crazy, calling in and requesting this song, when it first came out. 😇😇😇😇😇

  • @susanliltz3875
    @susanliltz3875 17 днів тому +3

    I heard that Neil said it was autobiographical…

  • @user-dq5xx9hi4q
    @user-dq5xx9hi4q 17 днів тому +1

    "Bro, this is epic".
    I have nothing to add to that. So true.

  • @chrismayes6450
    @chrismayes6450 17 днів тому +3

    I believe shiloh was about his imiginary friend growing up...

    • @terri2494
      @terri2494 17 днів тому

      I was wondering if he was getting “Shiloh” confused with “Shannon” by Henry Gross, which was about Carl Wilson’s (Beach Boys) dog that had recently died. It’s such a beautiful song.

    • @chrismayes6450
      @chrismayes6450 17 днів тому

      @@terri2494 I could be wrong. Love the song either way...

    • @terri2494
      @terri2494 17 днів тому +1

      @@chrismayes6450 No, I think you’re right. Shiloh was Neil’s imaginary friend and Shannon was Carl Wilson’s dog that died.
      And I love both songs.

  • @rickrobinson672
    @rickrobinson672 17 днів тому +2

    "Solitary Man" is another instrospective ND song.

  • @juliewolfe168
    @juliewolfe168 16 днів тому

    This was Muhammad Ali's favorite song. There is a clip where he asks Neil diamond to sing it for him

  • @librarylady13
    @librarylady13 17 днів тому +1

    ❤❤❤ You should find his live version of "America". Other great songs are "Forever In Blue Jeans", "Song Sung Blue", "Love On The Rocks", "Cracklin' Rosie", "Holly Holy" and "Longfellow Serenade".

  • @laurafowler7670
    @laurafowler7670 12 днів тому

    This song is so relatable to all of us at one time or another in our lives. That last line - leaving me lonely . . . still - hits us in the feels. There's a great, intimate (even though it's in front of a live audience) interview where he tells the story of how this song came to be. Search for "Neil Diamond The Late Late Show RTE Ireland"

  • @elizabethrose7956
    @elizabethrose7956 17 днів тому +1

    Saw him in concert in the mid-80s and it was amazing. I was a fan going in but came out a mega fan. What a performance! Thanks for this, brought back a fond memory.😍

  • @judydubiel
    @judydubiel 17 днів тому +1

    Shawn … you’re so beautifully honest

  • @KJ-4321
    @KJ-4321 17 днів тому +1

    Loved your reaction and comments Shawn! 🙂 A couple more songs out of many… “Cracklin’ Rosie” “Cherry Cherry” “You got to me.” Thank u for your channel! 🙂

  • @jons.105
    @jons.105 17 днів тому +1

    You also did his very first song, a cover version of Cyrkle's "Red Rubber Ball" written by Paul Simon.

  • @AlanMitchell585
    @AlanMitchell585 17 днів тому +7

    Hey Shawn...read my mind. Was going to request this song down the road. One of my favorites of all time, and my go to karaoke song

    • @ShawnSalvadori
      @ShawnSalvadori  16 днів тому

      One day I might have the courage to embarrass myself behind a Karaoke mic lol. I used to be able to when I was on deployments and had quite a few drinks in me

  • @DarrellFanning-bx7xz
    @DarrellFanning-bx7xz 17 днів тому +1

    Bro I enjoy your reactions to older classic music cause you get it

  • @tomtk7
    @tomtk7 17 днів тому +1

    Hey Shawn, Love this song one of my favorites, Holly Holy and Love on the Rocks, two other great songs, he had so many.

  • @lilamuzik3385
    @lilamuzik3385 17 днів тому

    I love your channel for the way you react thoughtfully, but then go to the source of the writing to explore the lyrics and the writer. It has broadened my appreciation of MY music. I'm a boomer... and I feel so honored to have seen many of these great artists in concert. We thought this music would go on forever, but we couldn't have been more wrong. Thanks for helping to save this wonderful music from the dust bin.

  • @robertwatson2823
    @robertwatson2823 17 днів тому

    Thanks Shawn for the reaction!! What hit me hard in this song is that he no longer had a real home. I know how he felt!!

  • @jeaniejoseph940
    @jeaniejoseph940 17 днів тому

    Solitary Man and Holly Holy are two of my favorites.

  • @andrewclayton4181
    @andrewclayton4181 17 днів тому +1

    Saw a documentary about Neil 2 - 3 weeks ago. It said the song was pretty biographical.. he'd started out as a songwriter in NY, tin pan ally, when he had a hit ( - Cherry Cherry ?) He was pressured to repeat the formulae, he wanted to develop and write other stuff. Hence he fled to California. He had the freedom, but he felt homesick.
    He's a brilliant songwriter and a great performer. Try listening to his Done too soon. I think you'll find it interesting.

  • @Nana_Reads
    @Nana_Reads 17 днів тому

    His Tap Root Manuscript is my favorite album of his to me the whole thing is a masterpiece.

  • @dionisioiacobelli6689
    @dionisioiacobelli6689 17 днів тому

    When Neil lived in Malibu he called the police and complained his neighbors party was too loud .

  • @rozequinn1519
    @rozequinn1519 17 днів тому

    My favorite song of his ❤

  • @christopherstevenson5470
    @christopherstevenson5470 17 днів тому

    Great storytelling,my fav Morningside.😂😂😂😉⏰

  • @lindalou6105
    @lindalou6105 17 днів тому

    My favorite of his

  • @dorathocker4575
    @dorathocker4575 16 днів тому

    The first time I watched your reaction video I subscribed because of your gift of insight to the lyric and music, and this time is no exception. Great work!

  • @user-tc3sj4mn5y
    @user-tc3sj4mn5y 17 днів тому

    You really understood him.

  • @user-tc3sj4mn5y
    @user-tc3sj4mn5y 17 днів тому

    You should watch the live version.

  • @thedocofrock1890
    @thedocofrock1890 17 днів тому

    the first song i heard by neil was 'solitary man' and it was his debut single in 1966. i was 13 then - one listen and i was hooked by it. so naturally the next day after jr. high i went to the local record store - melody corner in northampton, mass. the only record shop in town - and snapped up the single at a whopping 79 cents. still is my favorite neil song to this day even though he's had so many hits. here's the original from his channel - pay attention to the horns - they make the song even better : ua-cam.com/video/yLilTP5WAU0/v-deo.html

  • @georgeanngioe8791
    @georgeanngioe8791 16 днів тому

    Try Brooklyn Roads and Beautiful Noise

  • @tgriffin8179
    @tgriffin8179 17 днів тому

    Great react to a great song… keep’em coming!!

  • @elainejones2092
    @elainejones2092 17 днів тому

    Epic indeed!!

  • @user-yl9wz7uc3u
    @user-yl9wz7uc3u 17 днів тому

    MY AUNT AND UNCLE USED TO LIVE ACROSS THE STREET FROM HIM LOL// RENTS ARENT LOW !!!!!

  • @jolenewitzel7919
    @jolenewitzel7919 17 днів тому

    ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @VernonOdom-jw4ko
    @VernonOdom-jw4ko 17 днів тому

    This is my song! This is the song of my life.

  • @lauraschwartz1077
    @lauraschwartz1077 16 днів тому

    Finding a way to help others will fill a lot of holes, just saying. Your life will have meaning and purpose. You had a reason to be here.

  • @intothesunset3
    @intothesunset3 17 днів тому

    ♥♥♥

  • @kathrynnard8059
    @kathrynnard8059 17 днів тому

    You should listen to his fun song Front tooth kissing that's Fine for Kissing on his Hot August Night live concert album

  • @maryhuhnke4706
    @maryhuhnke4706 17 днів тому

    Check out "Hot August Night" Loves Traveling Salvation Show Double Award winning album!!

  • @lynnieiapichino1121
    @lynnieiapichino1121 17 днів тому

    ☮️💙💙💙🔥🔥😎

  • @dow311
    @dow311 17 днів тому

    There is a TV commercial using this song, for the new Volkswagen car. Just saying.

  • @davidspring5013
    @davidspring5013 17 днів тому

  • @cristobalvalladares973
    @cristobalvalladares973 17 днів тому +1

    "and rents are low". Not anymore, still a beautiful song though!

  • @paulsandford9955
    @paulsandford9955 17 днів тому

    I would love you to take time out and listen to a track called Way back When by a band called Kodaline

  • @karenweaver2703
    @karenweaver2703 17 днів тому

    Its been said...if you dont have Christ Jesus you will never be truly fulfilled, no matter the accomplishments...hope N. Diamond being jewish finds Jesus...really liked your reaction...you are spot on with the interpretation..subscribed

  • @yzScott
    @yzScott 17 днів тому +1

    There is a huge problem with Neil Diamond. He's got far too many really amazing tracks. You're about to be buried in suggestions and they'll be all different. They are all correct.

  • @Caambrinus
    @Caambrinus 6 днів тому

    Cracklin' Rosie?

  • @davidlionheart2438
    @davidlionheart2438 17 днів тому +1

    Please, never mention Eminem in the same breath as Neil Diamond.