First listen to Cat Stevens - Father and Son (REACTION)
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- Опубліковано 10 вер 2020
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Greetings viewers and readers. Please know that this reaction video was done out of nothing but love for my son. We have had many heart to heart convos over the last 15 years or so where I get passionate and my emotions might to some, be a bit over barring, my son to the best of my understanding knows how I am and is comfortable with this and still loves me. This song gave me a bit of a gut punch today upon 1st listen and that "might" have come across a "bit" in this one. Didn't mean to offend any viewers and if I have in any way Im sorry! With love Daniels Dad! P.S. Im from N.Y.C.....and Im Italian......oh yeah....Im Jewish too if that means anything!
Love you dad, you did awesome!
Dad, you did great !! Never apologize for being yourself and loving your son to death. There are always going to be a few bad apples in the barrel but, for goodness sakes, IGNORE THEM please!!! You have raised a terrific son and he is as proud of you as you are of him. The Legion prevails in the end !
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You know what dad? I was all set to post a response about overwhelming your son and not letting him talk, because a like his analyses and he has a good mind, and you weren’t letting him finish. Then, he said to you, gently, “let me finish”. And I erased everything I had written.
Daniel's Dad,
It was a wonderful video. You are an example of what a Dad should be. Bless you both. ♡
(Infact tomorrow I'm going to become a patron [I know nothing about how to do it, but will have my own son walk me through it. I'm a very 'old school' Grandma!] Was going to actually do it last week, Daniel impressed me that much! You & your wife have done a great job.)
:) My son's getting a phone call tomorrow to help his Mom with becoming a patron! Lol! :)
He is lucky to have you as his dad, and you lucky to have him as your son. Dads and sons 💙
Daniel's Dad you should be so proud that you have raised an amazing young man. We only know a small amount about Daniel but what we do know we like, we enjoy his reactions and dissection of the songs He has an understanding of music that is way beyond his years. His eloquence is a reflection of his upbringing, You have equiped him with the tools he needs to succeed.
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Very well put, sir. My feelings exactly. I'm sure lots of other viewers feel the same way too.
My dad loved me just the same. I miss him every day.
I couldn't agree more with what you say.
Daniel is the most wonderful and amazing reaction guy on youtube
When I turned 18, legal, I was so sick and tired of my parents, that I literally flew out of their house. When I got older, a parent, a spouse, I became FRIENDS with them and actually LIKED THEM. I LOVED MY MOM AND DAD. They did their best.
Sir, you have done an outstanding job of raising a fine, empathetic son. I find it hard to believe that he has yet to reach his seventeenth birthday, his level of maturity is exemplary. I myself am facing my seventieth birthday, but I am encouraged that such depth of understanding exists in the youth of today -there is still hope that we, as a species, will prevail against the materialism and negativity that seems to be ubiquitous in these times.
Well said, I'm 67 and often become disillusioned by things. It's comforting to know there are Daniels out in this world!
MY DAD (passed away 2013) aged 87 would never have given me a great discussion like this :-D
Dad was great in another way :-)
Beautiful! Made me cry... I had a difficult relationship with my dad when I was young... But now, he's 85 and I'm 39 and my dad is a diferent person. He asked me pardon for all the things that he done, and I obviously accepted! He is my dad and I love him so much! Thank you, my God, for all this change in my family and in my life. We are so happy now!
I think we’re all choking back the tears.
Indeed. 🍎
Yep.very emotional
Wow Dad that was something else. Daniel is very lucky to have a special man in his life ! Great Job !
Dad, I raised my son as a solo mom. I was never so proud when, at age 17, I sent him off to college confident he would do just fine. There were a few stumbles but I couldn't be more proud of my now 36 year old son. I DID THAT. I RAISED HIM to be who he is! Damn. I feel your emotion and love for your son. And he's pretty damn cool and loves you too.
Yeah Cat is one of the greatest singer songwriters of the 70’s along with Croce, James Taylor, Harry Chapin. This song ALWAYS gets to me. My Dad passed away a long time ago and you are lucky to have each other. Cherish your time together
I think Dad is starting to realize the Son is slipping away. Very touching
Also keep in mind that this song was written in the early 70's. I was a teenager then, and there was a huge generation gap between the conservatism of our parents' generation and our young, open and free spirited perspective. We had enormous pressure to conform, "settle down, get married" and become them, but we wanted the freedom to be able to create our own destinies. At the root of it on both sides however was this deep, soul level love for each other.
Great comment! I'm about the same age. I think the change in the song is not so much the father/son dynamic as it is societal changes at the time the song was written. So much was happening at this time--Viet Nam, Civil Rights, legalized abortion, sex drugs and rock and roll and talk of revolution. Besides settling down and getting married another one was get a hair cut. The Daniel's dad is in his forties so even he is too young to know what it was like first hand at the time and just how big a deal the rebellion of just long hair and beards were. In this song the father wants the son to stick to conventions--but the son is a free spirit and wants to leave to search for something better. Cat Stevens made a big change/defied convention when he converted to Islam.
Oh my, this made me cry. I lost my oldest son to addiction 5 years ago September 26th. Love each other always as you do right now. Love and peace
May he rest in peace.
@@DiconDissectionalReactions Thank you and Bless you Daniel, and your Dad.
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I’m so sorry. It’s so sad when someone we love succumbs to this disease. I lost my son-in-law to it.
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If you were trying to make me miss my dad and cry it worked
You made a grown man cry, but i'm an easy cry at my age when it comes to these emotions about family and children's love for each other despite disagreements. I'm a dad myself Thanks guys
Your father seems like a lovely man who obviously loves you.
Part of the thing to understand about this song is the time in which it was written. Tea for the Tillerman was released in 1970. Viet Nam (although Cat Stevens is British), the "Generation Gap", the counter-culture movement were all going on at that time. More than ever before, young people were rejecting their parents' ideas and lifestyles to try something new. "Turn on, tune in, drop out" was a catchphrase.
This song is about a traditional father seeing a son starting to rebel (or think for himself, depending on your POV) and trying to rein him in. The dad is baffled by the way the world is changing, and his son is running to embrace it. The son was probably raised in a post-war "children should be seen and not heard" household, and his dad is talking at him, not to him. In this time if your dad was an doctor, or welder, or worked for the post office, you were expected to follow in his footsteps. Go to school, get a job, marry, have kids, and start the cycle all over again. That's what the parents did, and what they expected of their babyboomer children. But the children had lost confidence in the "establishment" and sought different lives.
Excellent comment. Try Queen's "Leaving Home Ain't Easy." And watch Harold and Maude. 😁
A father and son moment in real time. So damn special.
I found myself recoiling at Dad's intensity, and his raised voice. Several times, I thought, "I can't take this", and I would have to pause it; it brought back memories of being lectured by my own Father, at the top of his lungs, sometimes for hours.
As I continued to (force myself) to listen/watch, I realized that I am just like Dad. I feel things so strongly, and most of the time, when I express myself, I am overly intense, and raise my voice, and gesture wildly, just like Dad does here.
My reaction to this behavior in Dad, brought to my attention that I'm the same way, and very often, that intensity comes across almost like anger, and can push people away, or cause them to recoil.
Very interesting. And also very touching and interesting to hear Dad say he doesn't want to be like the Father in the song, and then to hear Daniel say he doesn't feel as though he and his dad have the kind of relationship described in the song.
This song has always gotten to me, because my relationship with my Father truly WAS just like that described in the song (except that I'm a daughter, not a son). "From the moment I could talk , I was ordered to listen" is truly what it was like for me, not only when I was young, but right up until my Dad died. It was the same for my sister, and for my step-siblings. We all "had to go away", every single one of us, one after another, because we were never "heard" by my Father, we were "ordered to listen".
I felt the same about Dad's intensity too. Sorry to say I ff through some of it. No disrespect, I understand where he's at seeing where Daniel is in his life. I backed up and went through it again, and appreciate where he is even more now. I loved Daniel's words back. "I'm always going to be here for you". Glad they have such am open relationship.
Its not just the intensity....his constant talking, interrupting Daniel a times, to keep insisting how much he loves his son. He HAS done a great job in raising a son....so why won`t he let his son speak? Maybe I`m a bit cynical, but anyone who has to CONSTANTLY state how much love he has, ad nauseum, has something to hide. ..... Feelings of guilt, maybe? Afraid of what Daniel might say? So eventually, I just found myself screaming, `Shut up, shut up, shut up` Shame really, but Daniels other videos show a young man with a thoughtfulness and deepness that outstrip his years. Pity his father wouldn`t let him do it here
Can relate ❤. My dad passed when I was 26. 33 years ago.
The apple didn't fall far from the tree, here, by the looks of things and I mean that in a nice way. What a cool Dad!
Now I know you are now 17 years young dear Daniel. As an "old" rockfan out of the seventies I will keep up your channels membership. I was 17 in 1977. Keep up the good work on UA-cam.
Cannot believe Dad has not heard this song!!! A classic!
This is probably one of the bravest things I’ve ever seen…father and son laying it bare. Wow, just WOW…Y’all are so lucky to have each other! Dad, you’ve done an exemplary job in raising a fine young man! As a parent all you can do is to prepare them to meet and deal with life’s challenges…you’ve ahead of the curve…God bless you both!!!
I enjoy your reactions. Dad, I think you have done a good job with your boy.
When Cat Stevens came out the world was ruled by big electric rock bands. He came out with his acoustic guitar and conquered the world.
Cat Stevens
This was so beautiful. To hear a father and son share their emotions about a song. When I was growing up my parents never shared their feelings and certainly wouldn't listen to mine. Just the fact that you two can have this conversation is such a gift - cherish it!
My Dad passed three years ago just short of 86--a long life, most would say, but not as long as I would have liked to have spent with him. This song, and your father /son bond brings a tear to my eye but I am not sad.
We shared heart to heart moments, struggled through conflicts, shared our thoughts on matters profound, banal, and everything in between. The day before he died, we spoke. It was a beautiful conversation that we both somehow knew would be our last. I took that moment to put it all out there; I held nothing back. I told him how grateful I was for him-- how lucky I was to have him as a father, to be his son. He said that he wished he could have given us more. "More? More what?", I asked. "More money? More things? None of that matters. Dad you gave us love and nobody could have done that better!". And, then we exchanged, "I love you"s" and hung up.
That may sound sad, but it is not and was not.
My Dad walks with me every day and we "speak" sometimes too. I'll hear a joke or tell one of his, gasp in awe at a vibrant sunrise or a clear starry night. I look up to the heavens with a smile. I hear his laughter and, yes, his lectures.
And, I feel the love--still, and always.
Peace, love and God Bless good people.
Dad's Thumbs up moment was pure gold!.
My son is 16.
His mother and I have been separated for 10yrs.
My Son and Daughter are my everything!.
My son and I have not seen each other since last Christmas.
The hurt is indescribable.
We are both losing because he is only getting "their version".
All I can do is msg him that I love him,miss him and will be here whenever he is ready.
I am fortunate in life by having nothing to hide and personally very proud of my commitment to children.
One day he will seek me out in anger and realise I have always had him front and centre in my efforts,and the truth of it will set us free!.
My children are my blessings and responsibility to do whatever I can to support and help launch them into their dreams!.
This was powerful and rare to see!.
Thankyou!👍😑
I'm 61 now but my father passed away when I was 2 years old. While growing up it used to infuriate me when my friends would ignore their fathers and their advice and in retrospect...their love. Hearing songs like this and Cats In The Cradle etc. made me sad that I couldn't experience my fathers advice and wisdom, while my friends didn't want to.
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I'm in the same boat. I can see fathers trying to pass on wisdom to their sons and try connecting with them. It upsets me when the son takes it for granted. Not all of us get that father figure, cherish it while their still around.
Don't forget that as we are growing up, they are growing old.
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Great song! Great reaction with your father! 'Short and curlies" Hahahaa!!! Awesomness!!! Sir you have raised a very intelligent young man! Be proud as it's evident you are!
Check out Morning has Broken and Wild World.
And Where Do the Children Play
60 year old father with tears in my eyes. This was absolutely incredible, I can’t thank you enough.
Nice piece im 51 my father 73 and we still continuin to work in rénovation together and fishing, bicyclin keepin a Nice relationship
Dethstrok9 & Dethstrok8! 👍👍👍
Dad I'm 57 I don't claim to know much. From listening to your son through these reactions you have done an excellent job. I can give you this :a bird kept in a cage is no longer a bird if it can't fly ♥️
For me seeing part of the family behind this young man is inspiring. The musician in me says “more Cat Stevens please “
WOW...I lost my words...I´m a bit speechles now...I didn´t expect while watching a song-reaction video to witness a declaration of love from a father to his son at all.
Daniel your father is great... fully filled of emotions and passion.
Guys... killing me with this. In the best way. Always my favorite Cat Stevens song and to see you two listen together. Wow. Brings tears every time. Simple, beautiful and so powerful. Appreciate you both.
Your dad loves you so much. Please cherish these moments. Made me shed a few tears. I miss my dad so much.
Yeah I'm Crying WHAT'S UP 😎. We all need this kind of honesty in our lives from our parents. Pop used this song to express his heart. 👋👋👋😔😥😢😭😭😊
This is amazingly special to have father and son like this together... You both are amazing with good hearts, thank you for this special moment.
Dad, I get your passion for this song. as it is relating to you right now. You need to be so proud of the young man you have raised. When I first saw him, I thought , he's about 16 why would I want to hear his opinion, but after listening to a few reactions, I thought he must be much older. He is so smart and emotionally aware, way beyond his years, sure he still has a lot of experience to go through, but for his age, so impressive. Whatever Daniel chooses in life, he will go far.
Whoa, Take it easy. So much of a personal exposure gifted to your suscribers. Not easy but a great way to spread a good word to those who lack that closeness and honesty. Well done!
This was great, I had to let my son go! He's very happy, married and chasing his dreams with his bride, they are two very beautiful human beings, loving and loyal. He's the young man, I wished that I could have been.
From the first night We brought him home, I fed him that first late night bottle. We locked eyes and I felt the love,, that my father missed out on. From that first day we met, I made sure that he knew, that he was loved and for 24 long years, I still let him know that I love him and I still have his back. I wasn't perfect; but I was there. Your Dad did a fantastic job. My son heard this song for the first time, when he was around 8 yrs old. I still send him songs that have touched me, over my life time. Im pretty sure I have sent him the same songs multiple times, I hope he will do the same thing. Like yourself he's a musician too, the piano primarily, I made damn sure he learned to play an instrument, just incase. LoL
You're very lucky to have a parent that loves you so much. So many kids have parents that dont care about them, or they passed on too early. It's a gift and enjoy it while you can.
To your dad, you have raised a very lovely young man. Anyone would be very proud to have a son like Daniel. He is an old soul, caring, gentle and intelligent.
Hi Daniel's dad! You don't have to let him go yet. He'll be an independent adult, but will always be your son. You have a wonderful son btw!
Beautiful - hearing Cat Stevens and seeing Daniel and his Dad - I couldn't stop the tears.
What? ..... The empath don't fall far from the tree!!! It's awesome that you can share this together so cool ✌️♥️ Cat Stevens : morning has broken or it's a wild world
He also wrote Peace Train, Moon Shadows, and found god through Islam when he almost drowned, and left music for years. Hard to believe he was also.labeled a terrorist because of it. So glad he is back singing again..
he also made a couple "electric" albums and took a beating from critics and became disillusioned with the music industry
His book “why I still carry a guitar” is a great read!
I heard someone parody him after 9-11 when he was kicked off a flight, with "I'm being followed by an air marshal"
Made me laugh and made me angry at the same time.
@@EaterOfBaconSandwiches he was ambushed in that my friend
@@joebloggs4754 Ambushed how? I thought he was a jerk for endorsing that fatwa against Rushdie, but I'm willing to change my mind.
Such a beautiful father & son reaction! God Bless u both! And yes, Cat steven's voice is unique and so moving.
To Daniel's Dad. I understand completely. I lost my dad at 14, he was only 42. It made me so protective of my kids. Just remember, letting them go does not mean you're losing them. It hurt, but my kids grew up and left.......and they are still in my life, and they have given me the most beautiful grandchildren anyone could ever ask for. Guide your children well and the rewards are amazing...more than money can buy. I just wish my dad was here to see his amazing great-grandkids
I haven't spoken to my Father since 1991. It is amazing and therapeutic for me to see such a strong Father-Son bond. An amazing video!
I absolutely loved this reaction! Now my favorite. My father who I've lost and miss so terribly could not open up about what he felt and at the time neither could I. I so wish we had that ability as the both of you do, or at least through this song were able to have. You both expressed something so many Fathers and Sons never get the chance to. Thank you for sharing.
There's lots of good Cat Stevens songs.
You two made me cry happy tears. 🤗
Daniels Dad, you are a wonderful guy and clearly a fantastic father. Daniel is a very thoughtful and insightful man. This is the best reaction channel in the whole of YT land!
When I was younger and the son this song was about going off to forge my own path
But now I’m the father it’s about learning to let go but hoping the values I’ve instilled in my son are still there and he is successful in life (having a family himself) as that what really matters
I AM SO TOUCHED. ❤️
I love my dad so much.
89 years old and my best friend. (Mom was the best, too! She passed Nov 10, 2016.)
My parents were foster parents for 25+ years and married for 16 years before adopting my brother. Then, at 18 years of marriage - they adopted me!
They would have been *happily* married 70 years (married in 1950), this year, if my mom was still alive. I am beyond blessed. 🙏🏼
Blessings to Daniel and his beautiful journey. ✨
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*My parents are Italian and loud and from NYC. I love this. ❤️
Best father and son reaction to this song!!!! Thank you!
Such a beautiful song. Makes me tear up every time. RIP Dad. Love you.
This is cats most famous song,but he has a fabulous back catalogue,many I,m sure you would like.
What a great way for a father/son dialogue to open. You guys seem to have a great relationship.
Sweet sweet moment guys. Yes. He seems like a really nice boy. (One of my very favorite songs.) ♥️
Cat Stevens is a great singer/songwriter...I have every one of his songs...
Cat Stevens has so so many great Songs like this one - I am sure you will find out and could imagine you could like them - thanks for reacting, it´s cool to see !! :)
Your dad should be a preacher with that voice. Experienced both sides of this this year losing my father and now going through difficult times and unable to refer or ask opinion and advice for the first time in 60 years and on the other side my only son is about to leave to go to university and am therefore also going through that conflict between not wanting to lose that every day contact with him but at the same time being proud of the man he has become and wanting the best for him and wanting him to have the freedom to explore the rest of the life and get the very best out of it.
This is a scenario played out every year in families everywhere and Cat Stevens captures it perfectly which is why it is so powerful.
I'm 65 years old and the tears are flowing. How emotional you two get. You laid bare your feeling's for each other on a video. You both should keep this video and rewatch it when you feel the missing each other part. I never had this connection with my own father. Daniel cherish this and dad know you did well. Thank You both. I would have loved to do this with my own father. Thanks guys
Got married to Morning has Broken and divorced to Wild World.
funny....
Was she a hard-headed woman?
Ha ha ha this is a Wild world
@@losthor1zon Ha, that she was. Now i'm riding the Peace Train!
@@losthor1zon Ha ha nice one!
One of my favorite songs, not only because of its beauty, truth and power but because first I experienced it as a son, and it was the son's words that resonated with me, and decades later as a father, when I could feel the wisdom of the father's words too. And I felt their feelings and perspectives more acutely because I was only 19 when my Dad died, and his absence from my life made the presence of my son, now 17, all the more meaningful.
Unlike Daniel's dad, I don't feel the anguish of my son growing up even though he likely will be moving out in less than a year to go to college; because I lost my dad when I was young, I have found ways to connect with my son in ways my father never had a chance to; it's not that me and my dad weren't close; we were, but his absence gave me the drive to treasure the relationship with my son even more, and not because I thought he had to learn from me but rather because I always wanted to learn together.
Life is not necessarily linear. Maturity doesn't always walk parallel with age. I have learned more from my son then from any other person I know, thought don't tell him, because humility doesn't always come easily to either of us.
And it is Daniel, and not his father, who reacts to this song in a manner that seems more mature. The pending separation represents just the next step in their relationship and not the end. And the steps that follow have just as much potential to further enrich their connection as Daniel experiences things his father has already encountered.
My guess is that Cat Stevens sensed that too. The father is not angry or possessive. He knows his son will take his next steps as surely as he took his first. The father's words are not meant as a barrier but as a comfort: Dreams are not always reached, but even when one falls short of that mark, there is still endless sources of joy, like the relationship between a father and a son.
My favorite song by Cat Stevens! Interestinly enough it was also my dad's favorite, along with Cat's In The
Cradle by Harry Chapin . Both great story tellers. He cried every time he heard either one. He passed away 7 years ago and this song always makes me emotional.
This song was written for a musical that never got produced, and based on a situation in the plot, yet he created this universal song of parenthood, youth, and age.
This is always a song that brings tears to your eyes - no matter how often you hear it. I am in my 60's. I was always a huge Cat Stevens fan - still am. This is my favorite song of his. My husband and I had children later in life. Our daughter is 25 and lives in D.C. (we live in Ohio). Our son just turned 21, but is still living at home while he finishes college - then he will be gone also. It is so incredibly hard to watch them go. While you are so proud of them for the adult they have become, it nevertheless is difficult to know they have to leave and start their own lives. But keep in mind that if your adult child does want to leave home and begin their own adult life story, you have done your job exceedingly well. After all, that's the goal of raising children - seeing them become successful, independent adults. From the moment they are born, your entire life revolves around teaching them how to one day leave you and become their own person. But don't despair. Many adult children end up living not too far from old Mom and Dad, so you can still see them very frequently. And if not, it only makes holidays and visits home more joyful. You two are wonderful to watch and listen to. You are very lucky that you have a very strong bond. I just subscribed to your channel because of this. I am inserting here a link to my favorite Cat Stevens video of this song. It always helps me visualize the song better. ua-cam.com/video/P6zaCV4niKk/v-deo.html&ab_channel=Yusuf%2FCatStevens
This was a wonderful experience, watching this....I am so glad you had the chance to have this discussion. My father died shortly before this album came out...when I was 23 years old...and we never had the chance to have a similar sharing, we never had the intimacy the two of you just had. (And so I had to compose myself for a few moments from the sobbing while I was listening to the song with you) So.....dad....I am old enough to be your dad. I can tell you, it's going to be okay. While I didn't have this conversation with my own dad, I did have it with my son, who is soon to be 40 years old. (And he now has three young sons, himself, so the beat goes on...) And my son....like your son....was and is a fine fellow, a good man, and a kind and sensitive human being. He will be okay. And to your son.....I know your dad might be a bit much with the emotion right now, but it comes from a good place in him...just find a good place in you in which to hold on to it and take with you as you go on. It will help to see you through some of your own difficult patches on your path. And I agree with you....I encourage you to explore Cat Stevens some more....I might suggest "The Road to Find Out", "Miles From Nowhere" and, for the musicality of it..."Foreigner Suite", another song about love.... Bless you both on your way....
Dad needs his own show
Dad looks like Christopher Cross
BRAVO... I gave this one a thumbs up AND a standing ovation ! What a very open and honest outpouring of your feelings Dad..... and Son.Honest , impromptu, and for real. See what the power of music can trigger in us . Good music can bring out the best in us . Our emotions, our memories, our lives , and loves. Next to love I think music may be the most powerful force in the universe. Cat Stevens was as incredible artists . His songs were so powerful , and beautiful.
I've been watching reaction videos for 5 years now. I have literally seen thousands of reactions but I think this might be my favorite one ever. My father died 13 years ago and ironically I just cried last night about him and I watch his video and feel very blessed that there's Fathers and sons out there with such a good relationship, rapport, dialogue and love for each other. Good job guys . This was a fun one to watch.
Cat Stevens father was Greek and certainly had different ideas about life than his son who grew up in England. Cat's career began when he was 18. My favorite song of his is" Sad Lisa".
#1. You bastards!! Only kidding though.
When your Dad put his arm around your shoulders I started crying immediately as I long for that feeling again. My own Dad died in 2001.
That closeness between Father and Son has not been felt in over 20 years.
By viewing you two together though, I felt that warmth flowing through me tonight.
Thank you for that alone. Thank you for they tears in my eyes.
I miss that fatherly backing but to witness it let's me know that things will be okay.
Thank you so much.
The entire album that this song is from, Tea for the Tillerman, is filled with masterful songs. And there are more where that came from. It was very moving to see you guys check it out with one another. I never got the chance to do it with my old man. A joy to see. Cherish it.
Actually, many great albums from Cat... one of my faves is Teaser & the Firecat... an album that you can listen to front to back, and every song is great - not all radio hits - Morning Has Broken and Peace Train we’re huge hits. So much passion and multi-instrumentalist talent.
Man, what a great album that was. My childhood in vinyl. 🤘😜
I am a huge Cat Stevens fan. I have listened to his songs since I was a teenager in the 70's and they always seem to have so much meaning. Thank you for the reaction.
Boy, your Dad looks like Van Morrison back in the day.
DS9
It' really nice to see how much your dad loves you. I wish my dad had demonstrated that level of affection - you are blessed.
Just seeing this reaction, and bringing back memories of my own life experience. Nearly 33 years after my dad's passing. He had cancer and we tried to sort some things out. Don't take anything for granted. Thanks for uploading and talking.
Wow, 4 min in and I'm tearing up already.
Great job, guys!
Glad you're doing some Cat Stevens. "Oh Very Young", "Jesus", "Wild World", "Morning Has Broken". You got a good dad there who obviously loves you a lot. Watching your dad's reaction reminded me of this saying "The Child is Father to the Man".
I like how you bring your dad to listen to this song, all father and son admit it that this song is speaking to the soul.
You two had me in tears through the whole video. Well done. For another heart felt song try Where Do the Children Play.
Wonderful to hear you two. in 1970 I was 19, my Mom 49, my Dad 54. We including my 10 years older brother listened to a lot of music together. This WAS a favorite when I was 19 as it still is today.
Great to share some time with each other. I hope you both cherished the moment.
Wow! I have been listening to Cat Stevens since I was 10 yrs old in the early 70's. So I tuned in to listen to the song and each of your perspectives. Did not know I was walking into something so heavy! A good heavy.
Thanks for sharing.
I cried the entire time.
I had this on 8-track. My Dad died in 1973 two days after my 15th birthday. I used to play it over and over and cried my eyes out. When I saw it in Guardians of the Galaxy 2 played at Yondu’s funeral I just lost it.
That is the best reaction I have ever witnessed.
Thank You!
17 is still very young. The father is trying to teach before he ALSO goes. Don't be too much in a hurry for your son to fly the nest. Not all fathers are the same, not all sons are the same, so the son is trying to relate to the struggles in their relationship. This song can also be reflective of a father later in life, that might be ready to die, but he's preparing his son for his turn before it's too late. Your son will be just fine. Your love will always endure regardless of the future.
I love Cat Stevens--- he was a big part of my young adulthood--- my sisters wedding song was Morning has broken --- I think my favorite might be Trouble--- Im so glad you and your dad did this together ---- BTW Dad you did a great job--- Daniel is wise and a sweetheart
Cat Stevens converted to Islam decades ago and became very devout, and stopped singing secular music. I have absolutely nothing against Islam and have Muslim friends.....and they are wonderful people. But I was sorry for the loss of his gift to popular music.
Helene Spaulding I liked the last album that he did before converting called Izitso.
I was, however, sadly disappointed in his support for the death fatwa against Salman Rushdie, given the deep and beautiful works he had previously penned.
submandave dive dive I did not know that he had supported the fatwa. That is indeed disappointing. Converts to a new faith are often the most devout....sometimes to a fault.
JOEL LIEBLER wonder what the title means..
He still does music
i am in tears, my late dad loved this song--love you and your father's reaction and insight and honest feelings so much. Good job, God bless you both.
This is the first time I have come across your channel. I received a notification because I watch some Cat Stevens videos recently, including his 2023 Glastonbury performances which he again sang this song of his.
To see dad and you talking and deciphering your way through the lyrics and relating or not to them was enlightening to me.
I knew Yusuf/Cat Stevens had a brilliant talent in writing songs and I cry every time I hear this song.
I grew up without a father from age 8 and did not have that tie or love which I think I needed and I have suffered for it all my life. I let go when the time came although I wanted to hold back letting my son go. He has his own son now and will have that bond he needs. I hear from him almost every day though and although I am old now I am happy in a lot of ways. I related emotionally to this song more than I knew all these years without understanding why. I might not be making any sense, sorry if not but I was pleased to see how you both have the ties that bond each other together and those ties will never be lost. You have done a great video which a lot of people will relate to. Well done.
Just to explain for context on what this song was originally about - Cat Stevens wrote "Father and Son" as part of a musical project, called Revolussia, that was set during the Russian Revolution; the song was about a boy who wanted to join the revolution against the wishes of his conservative farmer father. The song frames a heartbreaking exchange between a father not understanding his son's desire to break away and shape a new life, and the son who cannot really explain himself but knows that it is time for him to seek his own destiny away from his parents.
(Stevens sings in a deeper tone for the father's lines, while using a higher one for the son.)
The song was then released on his album you showed ' Tea for the Tillerman' as long ago as 1970, 53 years ago when he was 22, and he is still performing his songs at 75 years old. He draws a huge crowd with new fans at each performance and has just released another album.
I've cried a few tears to that song too. I have a 17 year old son, and songs like these always give me the urge to hug him. Slightly irritating for him, I'll admit, but he deals with it :))
Less than a minute and I'm in tears. I cry every time I hear this but seeing you two makes me well up even more. I'm a HUGE Cat Stevens fan. I recommend everything you can find. ❤
Beautiful, raw, genuine! 😭😭😭