I love this entire album… they knew how to deliver! This song is amazing, yes, so many different sounds in it, very creative! Loved your reaction & appreciation! 🙂
When I was in university in the late 70s, stereo stores used Aja as their stereo speaker test music. Steely Dan was also, usually, your favourite band's favourite band! The background singers on this track are outstanding.
Love "Aja" like crazy👍👍. 2 times platinum...I wonder why...geez. "Deacon Blues" is , of course, fabulous tune but whole album is just choice...great reaction Shawn..🎤🎶💓
Incredible song, but The Dan have so many more! Check out Babylon Sisters, Hey Nineteen, Green Earrings, The Glamour Profession, Third World Man, Josie and from Fagan's solo work, The Nightfly, Trans Island Skyway, Florida Room, Morph the Cat and Teahouse on the Tracks. That's just to get you started!
Listening to these beautiful Steely Dan songs over and over again will almost instantly bring back all the joyful feelings and memories of that moment. Throughout the course of many years, their beautiful songs have become part of the soundtrack of my life. Thank you, Brotherman, for playing Steely Dan - and your outstanding commentary.
I read an article about this album, and it said that this album could not be made today. They spent just over $2 million on just producing this album. I have no idea what that be in today's dollars.
Steely Dan's "Aja" is one of the smoothest albums you can hit up, probably their signature album, as much as Chicago Transit Authority and Chicago's 2nd album for them. Chicago VII is their jazziest album (a double LP).
This is one of very few albums that I consider "perfect" -- there are no skippable songs, and they're all "bangers" as the kids say. The whole sound of this album, the "feel," is like nothing else. This came out my junior year of high school and I fell into it.
Steely Dan is my favorite band and this is a great song and this entire album is a masterpiece. If you only listen to one other song from the album, it’s got to be Black Cow. So jazzy, so perfect.
think about the albums that came out in the years around this 74-77 this , Boston debut, Hotel California, Bat out of Hell by Meatloaf, Wish you were here by Pink Floyd, and many more classic album! others can probably come up with more
Only made #19? I don't think these guys ever broke through the mainstream of popular music lovers. It seems like I remember this on the radio a lot, but it must have been mostly on FM that I heard this, and other SD hits. They had many. But a little long for AM format.
"I crawl like a viper through these suburban streets, make love to these women languid and bittersweet, I'll rise when the sun goes down, cover every game in town." Just crazily evocative lyrics that fit the music superbly. Also great chord progressions and amazing solo sax. Steely Dan is unsurpassed in its ability to create a mood and draw you into it.
You summed it up well, in one word, Shawn -- Classy. They just knew what they were doing, and managed to get the best musicians available to help them bring their vision to life. I know you've reacted to quite of few of their songs, but here are some memorable ones I think that you might have missed: "Green Earrings", "FM", and "Hey Nineteen". Also, "The Fez", which is basically just one continuous groove--but oh, WHAT a groove, lol!
and every album is a completely different sound. It's just the 2 (Fagan and Becker) and they worked with the best studio musicians in the business. So so creative! Favorites are Dirty Work, FM, Josie, Hey 19, Do It Again, and Home At Last (about Odysseus's journey)
masterful songwriting, and actually it's a very positive song. He's expressing being free from his cares (this brother is free, I'll be what he want to be)
For decades (literally) I always thought the line was “and done behind the wheel” because it makes sense. If he driving around hitting a bunch of club gigs, he probably drove thru to pick up food and ate while driving.
I like a lot of music but jazz isn’t my thing. That being said. Steely Dan is the only jazzy type music I’ve ever really, really liked. They’re awesome.
I think what they mean “I want a name when I loose” means when he is rejected by suburbia when becomes a “looser” musician. Or at least he fantasizes about leaving suburbia.
I am 67 years old and love al kinds of music but Steely Dan has a special place in my heart. They never grow old contrary to me.
Agreed...👍
Just for your reference; the Wake Forest " Deacons (school color blue)
were to losing as winning was to the Alabama " Crimson Tide."
Been listening to this album for over 40 years. Never gets old. Every song a banger. No other album like this one.
I love this entire album… they knew how to deliver! This song is amazing, yes, so many different sounds in it, very creative! Loved your reaction & appreciation! 🙂
An ode to “Loserdom” is what Walter said the lyrics are based around. The fantasy of a faded hipster going out in spectacular fashion.
Im 24 years old and this is one of my favorite songs
Good taste m' boy...
The entire Aja album is a masterpiece from start to finish. Glad you're enjoying the best of "The Dan." :-)
When I was in university in the late 70s, stereo stores used Aja as their stereo speaker test music. Steely Dan was also, usually, your favourite band's favourite band! The background singers on this track are outstanding.
My local store liked to play Earth Wind and Fire's FANTASY and Supertramp's SCHOOL
@@donaldjz I think those are excellent speaker testing tunes too! Especially School because it's so musically clear to listen to!
Please go down the rabbit hole of Steely Dan! You wont be disappointed! Keep the great music reactions coming!
Bodhisattva by Steely Dan next! I always say it should be at least one of the first of their songs to hear.
Love "Aja" like crazy👍👍. 2 times platinum...I wonder why...geez. "Deacon Blues" is , of course, fabulous tune but whole album is just choice...great reaction Shawn..🎤🎶💓
My wife was from Mobile, AL and was a Huge Crimson Tide fan. So...I heard this ALOT!
Love it.
Steely Dan is just special.
Incredible song, but The Dan have so many more! Check out Babylon Sisters, Hey Nineteen, Green Earrings, The Glamour Profession, Third World Man, Josie and from Fagan's solo work, The Nightfly, Trans Island Skyway, Florida Room, Morph the Cat and Teahouse on the Tracks. That's just to get you started!
Ive played in a Dan homage band for the last 10 years. No matter how often i listen to, or play their songs, they just NEVER get old.
This remains one of my favorites from them. My old school is another
Steely Dan explores the seedy side of humanity
Imagine a Haitian divorce, now.
Listening to these beautiful Steely Dan songs over and over again will almost instantly bring back all the joyful feelings and
memories of that moment. Throughout the course of many years, their beautiful songs have become part of the soundtrack
of my life. Thank you, Brotherman, for playing Steely Dan - and your outstanding commentary.
One of my all time favorite albums!
I recently put my “Aja” cd in my car to listen to again. It never gets old! Yes I still play CDs in my car😂
I read an article about this album, and it said that this album could not be made today. They spent just over $2 million on just producing this album. I have no idea what that be in today's dollars.
$10.4 million in 2024
Such a good song! Great reaction!💜
I find this very sad because when I first heard the song I was an addict. It was very atmospheric. Also check out Warren Zevon Carmelita.
i once played golf with deacon jones was before the song. he didnt lose that day.
SMOOTH
_"they got a name for the winners in the world, and I want a name when I lose'_ one of my fav lines from any song ever
Steely Dan's "Aja" is one of the smoothest albums you can hit up, probably their signature album, as much as Chicago Transit Authority and Chicago's 2nd album for them. Chicago VII is their jazziest album (a double LP).
This is one of very few albums that I consider "perfect" -- there are no skippable songs, and they're all "bangers" as the kids say. The whole sound of this album, the "feel," is like nothing else. This came out my junior year of high school and I fell into it.
One of their best! Yep, "so much in the box" :) Every note and chord... so perfect.
My favorite Steely Dan song.
Saw them 5 times. Absolutely amazing concerts.
Steely Dan is my favorite band and this is a great song and this entire album is a masterpiece. If you only listen to one other song from the album, it’s got to be Black Cow. So jazzy, so perfect.
think about the albums that came out in the years around this 74-77 this , Boston debut, Hotel California, Bat out of Hell by Meatloaf, Wish you were here by Pink Floyd, and many more classic album! others can probably come up with more
oh yeah Rumors by Fleetwood Nac
Also Journey's first album with Steve Perry, "Infinity", and the debuts of Foreigner and Van Halen.
The greatness of this band can never be higher. Good.
My favorite band is Led Zeppelin, but I also love so many Steely Dan songs, such nice smooth more mellow music.
Great reaction to a fantastic song. Like everyone below, many memories tied to this piece. Thank you!
"..this brother is free....I'll be what I wnat to be.."....awesome
My favorite song from my favorite album Aja ❤
"Home at Last" is my favorite song on this perfect album.
Another great Dan song
Only made #19? I don't think these guys ever broke through the mainstream of popular music lovers. It seems like I remember this on the radio a lot, but it must have been mostly on FM that I heard this, and other SD hits. They had many. But a little long for AM format.
That's why they wrote and performed the theme music for the movie "FM".
@@user-ez6vk2bw7q Makes sense. I hadn't heard of that one. I'll need to take a look.
"I crawl like a viper through these suburban streets, make love to these women languid and bittersweet, I'll rise when the sun goes down, cover every game in town." Just crazily evocative lyrics that fit the music superbly. Also great chord progressions and amazing solo sax. Steely Dan is unsurpassed in its ability to create a mood and draw you into it.
You summed it up well, in one word, Shawn -- Classy. They just knew what they were doing, and managed to get the best musicians available to help them bring their vision to life. I know you've reacted to quite of few of their songs, but here are some memorable ones I think that you might have missed: "Green Earrings", "FM", and "Hey Nineteen". Also, "The Fez", which is basically just one continuous groove--but oh, WHAT a groove, lol!
One of the best songs ever from one of the best albums!
The definition of smooth, with very surprising lyrics. One of my faves from the Dan.
Steely Dan is your jam!!! You are going to love this song and Steely Dan!!!
I have the special red vinyl Aja album.
Is it a master pressing?
and every album is a completely different sound. It's just the 2 (Fagan and Becker) and they worked with the best studio musicians in the business. So so creative! Favorites are Dirty Work, FM, Josie, Hey 19, Do It Again, and Home At Last (about Odysseus's journey)
Steely Dan, your favorite bands favorite band🔥🤘✌
Love Steely Dan and Deacon Blues is one of my favorites. Hope you react to more Of The Dan!
Love this song 🎶🎶✌️
Steely Dan! Are a fantastic band ❤👌
Takes me back to age 12 when this came out, i loved the Chorus 🎵
According to Walter Becker this song is not about a musician but a musician wannabe who has "an epic vision of loserdom".
This is a great song, remember it well on the radio!👍💜
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
…….your appreciation for music is growing beautifully my friend !
Love to see it ❤️
My fav Steely Dan song ❤
masterful songwriting, and actually it's a very positive song. He's expressing being free from his cares (this brother is free, I'll be what he want to be)
"Aja" Is One of the great all time "No Song Skips" Albums .
"Die behind the wheel." Roulette wheel. He wants to quit his 9 to 5. And become a lounge lizard. 🦎
A great album. Thank you for your reacton.
Steely Dan & Marvin Gaye 🐐+ 🐐
Dig your positive vibes bro
Niceeee Shawn! Nailer! Ty man ☘️🇺🇲
Brilliant song
For decades (literally) I always thought the line was “and done behind the wheel” because it makes sense. If he driving around hitting a bunch of club gigs, he probably drove thru to pick up food and ate while driving.
There's no band quite like SD and Fagan is a genious song writer
The one that I really like off that album is "FM". The newer generations really can't even relate to the subject.
Epitome of the edge city night time song
Walter Becker is playing the bass. Wow.
Black Cow has to be next if you didn't review already
Must be one of the greatest tracks ever.
Great reaction Shawn. This song is very "rich"!
Such a great sound and song!
Good run of songs today, Shawn
Check out Steely Dan "Hey Nineteen"
I like a lot of music but jazz isn’t my thing. That being said. Steely Dan is the only jazzy type music I’ve ever really, really liked. They’re awesome.
brilliant these guys are genius
Try Josie, FM, My Old School among others. 🔥
There’s a story behind this song. Read up on it it’s cool.
🔥❤️👏🏻
I think what they mean “I want a name when I loose” means when he is rejected by suburbia when becomes a “looser” musician. Or at least he fantasizes about leaving suburbia.
Check out My Old School.
Dying behind the wheel....Roulette wheel...cover every game in town...a reckless gambling Rambling dude
Bring your wife back!
Dont know why people like this band. Boring basic song.😅I prefer bob seger.
I just realized you hit on the 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗱 for this song ... 𝘙𝘐𝘊𝘏. ♥︎
It's jazz
My favorite Steely Dan song.