Three things you never mess with in this world: Never mess with another man's woman, Never mess with another man's ego, And never mess with another man's money, Lest the man will mess with you.
That reaction is the very reason I clicked on this video. I'm a 55 year old mostly white woman who fell head over heels in love with Kenny when I was 16. I found a version of this song with lyrics, then saw that Jamel had reacted to it. I knew "the moment" was coming, and Jamel, you did NOT let me down! What did let me down was hearing the things that people say to you behind the safety of a keyboard. Jamal aka Jamel and Rob Squad Reactions are my 2 favorite reactors to music of any kind. Keep Great Music Alive, and leave racism in the past, where it belongs.
Every reaction I've seen is almost exactly the same! They all start out like "ok.. ok.. he's sending a good message" ... then it's "hold up.. heeey".... then it's " that's right motherfu...."! 😆 I've been singing this song in my head for 20 yrs!
I've always liked Hank Williams Jr's ..."I said, well hoss you better get you some corks cause your gonna have to plug up a few holes . I guess he thought I was talkin' just to pass away time. But he kinda looks different now on his knees beggin' for his life." Family Tradition album 1978 I Got Rights song.
yeap, i think that is the most noble of things, violence should never be the first choice but sometimes the good blokes of the world must throw their hand
I was thinking the same thing. Just wait for it!! I like watching him do video's for just that reason, well that and when he thinks he a song figured out but he is so far off base that it cracks me up.
Someday people might learn that quiet people that mostly tend to their own business and avoid getting into trouble are sometimes the last people you want to push too far.
Old man told me fear the wrath of a peaceful quiet man. When you push him to far and you've made it worth the time to dish out his wrath. He's going to do it right the first time and make it the last time.
@@joshhuskins5363 For a lot of people, the first time they lose their temper is also the last time they have to. To quote something the writer Terry Pratchett said in one of his books: "Beware a kind man. A cruel man will monologue and prolong your suffering. But a kind man will kill you without a second thought."
This song's story proves that the word "if" is very powerful indeed. Daddy doesn't say "don't ever fight" only to walk away "If you can." Leaving the moments when you know you just can't, there when something has to be done.
I'm a grandmother with green eyes and red hair. About the only differences i see between you and me are that you will most likely never be a grandmother, and you are just now meeting the music i have loved for over 50 years. Welcome to my joy!
This is Grandma from Texas. You kids bring me so much joy reacting to these old songs. I’m glad you don’t pay attention to people who are just plain jealous. The beauty of music is once it has been sung it belongs to. Everyone. Music brings people together. It always has and always will. Thank you for all you do.
Brother Jamal, I am a homebound disabled veteran. I watch your videos everyday and it feels like company. You're a good person and I appreciate you for what you do.
As an ever so white almost pale blue Scottish person (as Billy Connolly famously joked that we have to spend a week in the sun just to get white!) I think it's fantastic when anyone wants to open there minds to other experiences and cultures. In the world just now ,when tragically it seems there are as many people intent on building barriers instead of breaking them down. I take my hat off to you my friend, your warmth as a human being shines through. And your reaction videos are brilliant and never fail to make me smile.
As a white 53 year old, lifelong. country music fan, I do tend to think of it as MY kind of music. That is why I enjoy your reaction videos. It gives me the feeling that I am sharing A kind of personal experience that I love with someone new. And i very much enjoy it when you really like the song or the artist. I feel sorry for the people whose life is so miserable, the only way to not feel lonely is to try and make everybody around them as miserable as they are. It is sad and pathetic. You once said that music is the bridge. So true. Not just between races, but also between genders, ages, and personal outlooks. Keep going my friend, and screw the haters. It is not their approval that we seek. Peace
I've never really called myself a country fan, but when it comes to Kenny, Dolly and a few other greats, hey, it hits my heart every time. There isn't a Kenny song I won't listen to a thousand times. And feel, and cry every time, especially at this one
I will leave you with the first part of a poem from Dr. Who: "Demons run when a good man goes to war, Night will fall and drown the sun, When a good man goes to war." Tommy was a good man and the Gatlin boys declared war by attacking Becky, they should have run for their lives from a good man going to war.
Respect. Kenny Rogers was a true artist.,story teller and performer. They made a tv movie about it. He plays Tommy's uncle, a alcoholic preacher. I remember it from when I was a kid. Music is music. Whether county, R&B, blues, rock, or metal. I go by my mood. As for as people saying their country music as a racial comment. Ask them about Charlie Pride. One of the greatest country voices of all time.
I’m really sorry to hear that some of the commentators have used the n-word in here. That’s just absolutely horrible and I’m glad to see that you are strong and smart enough to just delete that crap. Keep rocking and rolling my friend.
Literally never seen a single commenter on here use the "n word." UA-cam usually automatically deletes such comments anyways. You sure you aren't just starting drama?
I love watching the reactions to this song. After the first verse their all, “that’s good advice.” After the second verse their all, “hell naw!” Never gets old, Lol.
Two good phrases for Tommy's type: "Beware the fury of a patient man." "Demons run when a good man goes to war." Also, to quote Eddie Griffin's grandpop: "Some people deserve a whole lotta leave alone."
"AH HAYYYYLLLLL NO!!!!"!!! Oh, that made me laugh. Damn straight, brother, walk away from stupidity but stand up for what's right, there's a difference, and good men like you know that.
Check out this movie. It's Coward Of The County featuring Kenny Rogers as Tommy's Uncle. Here's the link to the video ua-cam.com/video/dwZHTf9midA/v-deo.html
@@jamelakajamal Good morning Jamel , Hi im Theo , Would you react to the song JANE by The Band JEFFERSON STARSHIP From 1979,, Its a huge banger.. You will Thank me for this song Take care Jamel .. Love you Brother ,, Love the 70s
@@jamelakajamal You remind me of an ol' friend that is black and I knew and met him in college. He didn't know how to drive... but leaned on me as best friend in hard classes together and he passed...His nick name was crazy, about 6foot tall 1inch, I was about 6'3"...but Crazy was ripped. He saved my life when a bunch of black males tried to gang me. I later took him home, I had been there only once, this time was different. His Momma died and he had no Dad. All that was there was his 15 year old little sister. I couldn't handle it. I cried so much...The neighbor said they would check on her. I took Crazy back and withdrew all classes ... the last thing we did was I taught him how to drive. I then got yanked out of College because of Daddy, and I finally went back and graduated. I cant find my friend????? Can you help
This was the first song of his that I heard. It is with his band The First Edition. I was in boarding school and the Vietnam war was a lived experience, as my cousins and so many boys were called up.
One of the better reviews of this song I've seen! 4:07 "Now I know what I just said." 4:53 "I dont know dad!" 4:58 _rubs cheeks_ "oooohoo!' Lol love that reaction.
To quote Kenny's famous song The Gambler "You got to know when to hold 'em , know when to fold 'em, know when to walk away and know when to run" ]:P I guess it was Kenny's time to fold them I seen Dolly Parton's emotional tribute post to Kenny she said "You don't know how much you love someone till they're gone" Their Duet Islands in the stream is also a great tune.
Dean on Supernatural said the same thing basically to a group of military guys chasing him & Sam out in the woods. We aren't stuck out here with you... you're stuck out here with us. Then the shooting starts...
@@DonVaillancourt He was 70's "Pop Country-Nashville Sound" Country music. As far as Country music period, he couldnt have been more totally opposite. Its kind of funny that you consider him the Definition of Country Music. He couldnt have been more different. Hank Williams is the "Definition of Country Music".
This has been my favorite Kenny Rogers song since I was young. It's not about the size of the dog in the fight; it's about the size of the fight in the dog. Be smart enough to know that it's stronger to walk away, but just because someone chooses to turn down a fight doesn't EVER mean they can't fight.
The change of expression at around 3:40 was priceless. Head bobbing stopped, face froze, then the look at the camera when the story took a turn. This is my favorite of your reaction videos that I've seen, so far. And let me add my voice to say it's shameful others would use that language in the comments to disparage your musical journey. Much love!
Saw him in concert in 85. The music for Lucille started, people started clapping. He said "y'all don't even know what I'm gonna sing... On to of ole Smokey".... And the crowd joined tight in singing that to the tune of Lucille. One if the best crowd interactions I ever saw....
Yes, but do the sequel after. A Canadian group did a song from the sister's point of view, but I don't think too many South of that border have heard it. It will not only warm your heart, but give the song the attention it deserved back in the day. The song is called 'Thanks for leaving, Lucille'. I know you will love it, if you can find it. Obscure as heck maybe, long as a Marty Robbins ballad, but well worth the wait. I never thought that if they had cut out a few verses and get to the meat of the thing, it might have been promoted like crazy and been a #1 hit!
I see this one got you, you looked like you were ready to go kick someone’s ass when you got to the part about them Gatlin boys. Thanks for the great reaction video.
@@69smilex yeah it's actually really messed up and also I had no clue Kenny died 😭😥😰😢RIP PRESS F TO PAY RESPEK IN THE CHAT FOR THE LEGEND THAT WAS AND STILL IS EVEN AFTER DEATH KENNY ROGERS
Kenny Rogers was the best vocal story teller. Over 63 yr career. Watch his amazing biography. He was raised in poverty. Became a huge mega star with The Gambler Album & song. A huge cross over artist Country, Pop, R & B, psychodelic, gospel music. He was loved by everyone Globally. He was a really good man. He helped organize Feed Africa We Are The World song & huge talent session event fundraiser with major talents of the 80's. His songs had weekly TV movies. He was in a variety of bands. He even had his own tv show.
Kenny had soo many great songs and became a great father later in life. He left behind a dedicated wife and two twin sons who are only 15ys old. Kenny's nickname became gambler. R.I.P Gambler.
Kenny was my mom's favorite singer. We had the same birthday. A few years after I was born, he had a son named Christopher John. My name is Christopher Jodi, mom loved little coincidences like that.
Kenny Rodgers was rock before he was country, try "Just Dropped In to See What Condition My Condition Is In". "Ruby, Don't Take Your Love to Town" "Lucille"
When I first heard yesterday morning that Kenny Rogers had died I just fell apart and crying all day because he was a good man and he was the greatest storyteller ever and if you went to his concerts he make you feel appreciated and he has always said if it wasn't for his fans he wouldn't be where he is at today and he was grateful to them but I'm still in shock and Kenny Rogers I Will Always Love You. RIP
He found the loophole in his daddy's words: "Walk away from trouble IF YOU CAN." Tommy found a situation he couldn't walk away from, because they would have just kept getting worse.
Watching your emotional rollercoaster was interesting to watch. I was just like, ”Wait for it, wait for it." Songs with well-told stories pull you in, just like they are supposed to.
Keep doing what you do. I love watching people react to a song I grew up with. It's a rare mixture of nostalgia and discovery. It's joyous and it's what we need right now. You have no idea how you and other UA-cam reactors are helping the mental health of your viewers with these little doses of happiness.
Kenny rogers was so popular and such a good balladeer that two of his songs were turned into made for tv movies. Between 1979 and 1994 6 movies were made in total 1 for Coward of the County and The Gambler series which had 5 films in total produced between 1979-1994 .
Ohhhhhhh I KNEW I'd seen coward of the county actually played out!!! No one knew what I was talking about since I was a kid, but I'd seen it, people looked at me weird, I started to think I'd heard the song so many times that I imagined the scenes lol
In addition to singing Love Will Turn You Around for his 1982 movie Six Pack, Kenny also performed the theme song "They Don't Make Them Like They Used To" for the box office hit movie Tough Guys in 1986. Tough Guys stared Burt Lancaster, Kirk Douglas, Eli Wallach, Charles Durning, Dana Carvey and Darlanne Fluegel. "Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In)" was featured in 1998 Big Lebowski. Kenny performed "Buy Me a Rose" on an episode of Touched By An Angel in 1998. Kenny performed theme song to his 1990 "Christmas In America" tv movie. And 50 years ago, Kenny and the First Edition had two songs featured in 1970 movie "Fools"
Love the reaction! And hearing your ending comments.. I just smdh at the ignorance. I love that you're discovering new music, listening to genre's you'd probably never even considered listening to before, and that you're really enjoying it. Keep deleting those idiots, man.
The internet has more than it's share of idiots, people that hide behind a keyboard. Yeah, they are so brave. Jamel, I Love what you are doin' Keep on doing those reactions. Music is a Universal Language.
I'm a white, 54 year old minister. I love watching your reactions. I don't think I've seen one where we've disagreed. Keep 'em coming! I'll tell ya. Someone mess with my wife, me being a minister isn't gonna help 'em. They'd better start running now.
Songs like this are simply pure gold. It's thousands of times better than today's music. The other day I tried listening to a contemporary pop music radio station for about 30 minutes, and my ears felt like bursting. Every song sounded so similar. Today's singers really don't sing. They chant. And the music always consists of a strong percussion element combined with some nondescript melody that I couldn't recall 10 seconds after hearing. I guess it's to sound "gangsta" or something, but it really gets old. It's like the Betty Crocker cake-mix company decided to create "instant music" kits. Just add water, and you got "music"!
This song always made me cry, even as a kid. I’m glad you reacted to this. I’m not a country music fan, but Kenny was always an exception. RIP Kenny! 😢
When I was a kid, Kenny Rogers' songs were my jam and that didn't change up until now. I still memorize every lyrics of his songs. Damn, I miss him so much. May he rest in peace. 💙😭
That song isn't based on a true story. It is simply a beautiful story when set to music and sung by Kenny Rogers. I first heard it when I was around 12 or 13. I cried when I heard it. It's was one of the most emotional touching songs I ever heard. I asked for a Kenny Rogers albums for my birthday. I still have the album. I had a few country albums, and a few rock albums. I was the youngest in the house. Nobody else in my family liked country. So, I was only allowed to play them when i was the only one at home. I didn't have a record player, or stereo of my own. So, I didn't get to listen to my country records much. Just before turning 14, I was given a broken stereo to fix in my summer school electronics class. I fixed the stereo, got an "A" for the project, and was told we got to keep what was donated to the schools electronics class, thatt we fixed. Then I could play whatever I wanted to in my room. That is when I really started getting into music. I'm a lot like you. I really like many different types of the old school music. Only difference is that I grew up with it.. watching your videos brings back many memories, and makes me smile. I'm 22 years older than you.
My Momma taught me that "Sticks n Stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me." I LOVE the fact that you react to different genres because if you didn't react to Country Music, I would have never met such a real and kind person. (You). Keep goin and remember, there will always be those "jealous haters". Love Ya❣️
Fun fact: They made a film about this song and Rogers himself played the role of the Uncle. And he said something that is kind of both in line with this song and a sentiment I think you'd appreciate. "The good book says to turn the other cheek. But a man only has two cheeks."
Sitting here in Australia watching with tears in my eyes as this is one of my late father's favourite songs of all time and watching your reaction for when the song lyrics changed as I have heard it so many times Love your channel - would love to see your reaction to Slim Dusty lights on the hill
@@TexasMagnolia The writer was smart. The lyrics say "That crazy asian war", but that could be WW2, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan. It's really timeless.
Grew up in the US Virgin Islands listening to this entire album. My grandma, mom and aunties who loved country music listened to this on Saturday mornings. Thanks for the review! ♥️💯🔥🇻🇮
Sorry you have to deal with comments like that.. Though there'll always be someone to say crap like that when it comes to the internet. I, myself, am very thankful and appreciative that you sometimes react to country music.
I love how when the song was over, your first word was "CONSIDERED"! Past tense. If you recall, the song began with "considered". It was a parable from the very beginning.
Great play on words in the line "Everyone considered him the Coward of the County". In most of the song the verb "considered" refers to how the people thought of Tommy (the prevailing thinking at the time), but the last line the context changes such that "considered" means that they used to think of Tommy that way but no longer do. Great storytelling and subtle context shift in that line.
You're such a joyful person I can't imagine why anyone would bait you on here. Thank you for your videos, your openness to all genres of music, and appreciation for talent.
I saw an interview with him where they asked him how he would categorize his musical style. And he said, “it’s crock ... half country, half rock ...”. Hysterical answer.
Jamal, I am a 59 year old white guy and I love watching your reactions. You are a good man and I am sorry for the ignorance of some people. You don't deserve that, you have my respect even though we may never meet
I can’t believe people would say negative things about you listening to “our music” there is no such thing. White people been listening to black musicians forever. I guess that is ok? I love when you say “music unites” I also love to hear people call the black lady that Elvis loved “a lying N...” Elvis wasn’t a saint he was man just like the rest of us
F the haters. This one always brings tears as it reminds me of my late stepdad. He used to listen to Kenny on our long drives in the late 70's/early 80's.
There's no such thing as "our music, your music". Haters will always try to separate us. Music brings us together.
I love that! You are so right! Music.....the universal language!
Absolutely!
damn right!
Yes! Perfectly said!
I totally agree
There are three things all wise men fear: the sea in storm, a night with no moon, and the anger of a gentle man."
Oooo. Upon scaffolding like that an awfully good lyric could be built...
@@stevetournay3731 That is a quote from Patrick Rothfuss in his book The Wise Man's Fear
@Gayle A wise man avoids women who play stupid games and lie about even the most basic things such as how they are doing so that isn't a problem.
Three things you never mess with in this world:
Never mess with another man's woman,
Never mess with another man's ego,
And never mess with another man's money,
Lest the man will mess with you.
@@kurtgarcia7079 And never mess with a cowboy's hat. Chris LeDoux.
I laughed so hard. Jamal's expression when the song turned dark was so dead-on. But I still cheer when Tommy locks the door.
That reaction is the very reason I clicked on this video. I'm a 55 year old mostly white woman who fell head over heels in love with Kenny when I was 16. I found a version of this song with lyrics, then saw that Jamel had reacted to it. I knew "the moment" was coming, and Jamel, you did NOT let me down! What did let me down was hearing the things that people say to you behind the safety of a keyboard. Jamal aka Jamel and Rob Squad Reactions are my 2 favorite reactors to music of any kind. Keep Great Music Alive, and leave racism in the past, where it belongs.
That part gives me chills to this day & I’m 57.
@@debbiealvey3537 Same. and 64
Every reaction I've seen is almost exactly the same! They all start out like "ok.. ok.. he's sending a good message" ... then it's "hold up.. heeey".... then it's " that's right motherfu...."! 😆 I've been singing this song in my head for 20 yrs!
I cheer when the last boy hit the floor.
I'm a grown ass 60 year old man and I get tears in my eyes every time I hear that song.
me too, Uhmmm , I am 50 :-)
Bro I’m 17
Me too, brother.
Same
Me too. Kenny Rogers could tell a complete story in three verses and he knew how to envoke your emotions doing it.
"But you could've heard a pin drop when Tommy stopped and locked the door" find me a line ever that means an ass whipping is more inbound....
Manners maketh man.
Movie: Kingsman
One of the best lyrics ever written
I've always liked Hank Williams Jr's ..."I said, well hoss you better get you some corks cause your gonna have to plug up a few holes
. I guess he thought I was talkin' just to pass away time. But he kinda looks different now on his knees beggin' for his life." Family Tradition album 1978 I Got Rights song.
"Remember, you wanted this." Jack Reacher.
Man.....my favorite line as well!!! You are just like...oooooooo, GET HIM! Love it!
He only fought for someone else, not himself, because he is a man
yeap, i think that is the most noble of things, violence should never be the first choice but sometimes the good blokes of the world must throw their hand
amen
Hell yea.
Our music.... I don’t think there’s any man from any culture that can’t relate to this song. It belongs to everybody.
My favourite thing that most people overlook is you don't have to fight to be a man but sometimes you have to fight when you ARE a man.
And a woman...
Exactly
Jamal agreeing with Tommy’s father at the beginning - I’m like ...wait for it.......
Oh yeah....;)
Ka-pow...
Oh when he stopped it their... I knew he would change that attitude... OH HELL NO!! LOL
I was thinking the same thing. Just wait for it!! I like watching him do video's for just that reason, well that and when he thinks he a song figured out but he is so far off base that it cracks me up.
Yup. Me too.
Right 😂
Someday people might learn that quiet people that mostly tend to their own business and avoid getting into trouble are sometimes the last people you want to push too far.
That’s where the old saying ...Still waters run deep ....comes from 😃
Old man told me fear the wrath of a peaceful quiet man. When you push him to far and you've made it worth the time to dish out his wrath. He's going to do it right the first time and make it the last time.
@@joshhuskins5363 For a lot of people, the first time they lose their temper is also the last time they have to.
To quote something the writer Terry Pratchett said in one of his books: "Beware a kind man. A cruel man will monologue and prolong your suffering. But a kind man will kill you without a second thought."
It's the quiet ones you have to look out for. They have a breaking point. Just pray, you're not the one who pushes them over the edge.
Sometimes, nah, most of the time. It’s always the quiet ones.
This song's story proves that the word "if" is very powerful indeed. Daddy doesn't say "don't ever fight" only to walk away "If you can." Leaving the moments when you know you just can't, there when something has to be done.
I'm a grandmother with green eyes and red hair. About the only differences i see between you and me are that you will most likely never be a grandmother, and you are just now meeting the music i have loved for over 50 years. Welcome to my joy!
This is Grandma from Texas. You kids bring me so much joy reacting to these old songs. I’m glad you don’t pay attention to people who are just plain jealous. The beauty of music is once it has been sung it belongs to. Everyone. Music brings people together. It always has and always will. Thank you for all you do.
The Gatlin boys mistook kindness for weakness.
Just like in the Bronx tale
They mistook a promise for cowardice.
and in the movie the 3 of them also got convicted of rape on top of a thorough ass whoopin
They sure did.
REAPER 211 just like narcissists! Lol
Brother Jamal, I am a homebound disabled veteran. I watch your videos everyday and it feels like company. You're a good person and I appreciate you for what you do.
Thank you for your service, from one vet to another. (USN, 1987-1997)
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As an ever so white almost pale blue Scottish person (as Billy Connolly famously joked that we have to spend a week in the sun just to get white!) I think it's fantastic when anyone wants to open there minds to other experiences and cultures. In the world just now ,when tragically it seems there are as many people intent on building barriers instead of breaking them down. I take my hat off to you my friend, your warmth as a human being shines through. And your reaction videos are brilliant and never fail to make me smile.
"OMG" I damn near fell out of my chair laughing when I read your comment " Spend a week i. The sun just to get white." That's funny. Lmao!
Same
THIS is how you do a reaction video.
Absolutely. The "Hell no!" is a classic!
As a white 53 year old, lifelong. country music fan, I do tend to think of it as MY kind of music. That is why I enjoy your reaction videos. It gives me the feeling that I am sharing A kind of personal experience that I love with someone new. And i very much enjoy it when you really like the song or the artist. I feel sorry for the people whose life is so miserable, the only way to not feel lonely is to try and make everybody around them as miserable as they are. It is sad and pathetic. You once said that music is the bridge. So true. Not just between races, but also between genders, ages, and personal outlooks. Keep going my friend, and screw the haters. It is not their approval that we seek. Peace
I've never really called myself a country fan, but when it comes to Kenny, Dolly and a few other greats, hey, it hits my heart every time. There isn't a Kenny song I won't listen to a thousand times. And feel, and cry every time, especially at this one
Cool Duke!
I so agree with you Gordon!!
Well said Gordon!!
The negative ones need a hug or a slap.
I will leave you with the first part of a poem from Dr. Who: "Demons run when a good man goes to war, Night will fall and drown the sun, When a good man goes to war." Tommy was a good man and the Gatlin boys declared war by attacking Becky, they should have run for their lives from a good man going to war.
Respect. Kenny Rogers was a true artist.,story teller and performer. They made a tv movie about it. He plays Tommy's uncle, a alcoholic preacher. I remember it from when I was a kid. Music is music. Whether county, R&B, blues, rock, or metal. I go by my mood. As for as people saying their country music as a racial comment. Ask them about Charlie Pride. One of the greatest country voices of all time.
"But you could've heard a pin drop when Tommy stopped and locked the door" line may just be my favorite lyric ever written.
Yes, I get goosebumps every time.
Has always given me goosebumps!
Ranks right up there with "I turned 21 in prison doing life without parole."
I’m really sorry to hear that some of the commentators have used the n-word in here. That’s just absolutely horrible and I’m glad to see that you are strong and smart enough to just delete that crap. Keep rocking and rolling my friend.
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Literally never seen a single commenter on here use the "n word." UA-cam usually automatically deletes such comments anyways. You sure you aren't just starting drama?
take the high road those jerks don;t you
Don't feel like u need to apologise for other people's ignorence
@@SoloTravelerOffTheBeatenPath I'm sure he deletes them.
I love watching the reactions to this song. After the first verse their all, “that’s good advice.” After the second verse their all, “hell naw!”
Never gets old, Lol.
Two good phrases for Tommy's type:
"Beware the fury of a patient man."
"Demons run when a good man goes to war."
Also, to quote Eddie Griffin's grandpop: "Some people deserve a whole lotta leave alone."
"AH HAYYYYLLLLL NO!!!!"!!! Oh, that made me laugh. Damn straight, brother, walk away from stupidity but stand up for what's right, there's a difference, and good men like you know that.
I get chills every time he says ' You could have heard a pin drop when Tommy turned and locked the door '. Btw..I adore this UA-camr!
Thank You🙏🏾
Check out this movie. It's Coward Of The County featuring Kenny Rogers as Tommy's Uncle. Here's the link to the video ua-cam.com/video/dwZHTf9midA/v-deo.html
@@jamelakajamal Good morning Jamel , Hi im Theo , Would you react to the song JANE by The Band JEFFERSON STARSHIP From 1979,, Its a huge banger.. You will Thank me for this song Take care Jamel .. Love you Brother ,, Love the 70s
That's when shit got real for the Gatlin boys
@@jamelakajamal You remind me of an ol' friend that is black and I knew and met him in college. He didn't know how to drive... but leaned on me as best friend in hard classes together and he passed...His nick name was crazy, about 6foot tall 1inch, I was about 6'3"...but Crazy was ripped. He saved my life when a bunch of black males tried to gang me. I later took him home, I had been there only once, this time was different. His Momma died and he had no Dad. All that was there was his 15 year old little sister. I couldn't handle it. I cried so much...The neighbor said they would check on her. I took Crazy back and withdrew all classes ... the last thing we did was I taught him how to drive. I then got yanked out of College because of Daddy, and I finally went back and graduated. I cant find my friend????? Can you help
And the majority of us LOVE that you're listening to "our" type of music. Music is music, man. Love you, brother.
I'm a 62 year old white man and it brings me so much pleasure to see younger generations of all cultures appreciate the music I grew up with.
If you ever get the chance check out Ruby Don't Take Your Love To Town
Also The Gambler
Love all his music
This was the first song of his that I heard. It is with his band The First Edition. I was in boarding school and the Vietnam war was a lived experience, as my cousins and so many boys were called up.
YES. Ruby, please.
That's First Generation before he went solo
" OH HELL NO!!! " my sentiments exactly
This song is what happens when you combine perfect story telling with a perfect voice!
One of the better reviews of this song I've seen! 4:07 "Now I know what I just said." 4:53 "I dont know dad!" 4:58 _rubs cheeks_ "oooohoo!' Lol love that reaction.
I've seen tons of reaction videos. How am I just now coming across this dude? This shit is great.
He is excellent!
To quote Kenny's famous song The Gambler "You got to know when to hold 'em , know when to fold 'em, know when to walk away and know when to run" ]:P I guess it was Kenny's time to fold them I seen Dolly Parton's emotional tribute post to Kenny she said "You don't know how much you love someone till they're gone" Their Duet Islands in the stream is also a great tune.
Tommy: "I'm not locked in here with you, you're locked in here with me!"
What movie was that ... agent 47?
@@marksmith164 The Watchmen.
Oh, well I was way off then!
Dean on Supernatural said the same thing basically to a group of military guys chasing him & Sam out in the woods. We aren't stuck out here with you... you're stuck out here with us. Then the shooting starts...
@@msfeistybabe What season and episode was that?
Watching his comments on the first verse knowing what was coming g the second verse was classic.
There are some things worth fighting over in this life. Someone else's opinion of you isn't one of them.
USMCArchAngel03 Amen to that! And Thank you for your wisdom and service
Amen
#Truth brother
Damn straight. Perfectly written.
This is what country has always been good at, and that's telling stories.
correction this is what kenny has always been good at..
Kenny Rogers was the definition of country music.
@@DonVaillancourt He was 70's "Pop Country-Nashville Sound" Country music. As far as Country music period, he couldnt have been more totally opposite. Its kind of funny that you consider him the Definition of Country Music. He couldnt have been more different. Hank Williams is the "Definition of Country Music".
@@1980bwc You're right. I'm thinking of all the country and new country stuff from back then that was popular and what you say does make sense.
@@DonVaillancourt agree 150%
The saying, "Just because I am peaceful doesn't mean I've forgotten how to be violent." comes to mind.
This has been my favorite Kenny Rogers song since I was young.
It's not about the size of the dog in the fight; it's about the size of the fight in the dog.
Be smart enough to know that it's stronger to walk away, but just because someone chooses to turn down a fight doesn't EVER mean they can't fight.
The change of expression at around 3:40 was priceless. Head bobbing stopped, face froze, then the look at the camera when the story took a turn. This is my favorite of your reaction videos that I've seen, so far.
And let me add my voice to say it's shameful others would use that language in the comments to disparage your musical journey. Much love!
There’s also a movie. Coward of the County. And Kenny plays in it. It’s an older movie. But it’s good.
Just watched it last night. Kenny was awesome in it. Watching the Gambler tonight.
@burnhuman_2 And so I found out today. I'm binge watching. On #3 right now!😊
There is no such thing as your music or our music, music is music it is for everyone and music is what brings us all together ❤
Ohhh, I have memories of my then, ten year old little brother, singing this in the car with me. He is now 50, and I am 60. Thanks.
Jamel, might as well do "Lucille" by Kenny Rogers since you are doing his other classics. It's another great storytelling song.
Oh, that is one fantastic song about how a mean woman can bring even the biggest man to his knees.
Saw him in concert in 85. The music for Lucille started, people started clapping. He said "y'all don't even know what I'm gonna sing... On to of ole Smokey".... And the crowd joined tight in singing that to the tune of Lucille. One if the best crowd interactions I ever saw....
YAAASSS!!
Yes, but do the sequel after. A Canadian group did a song from the sister's point of view, but I don't think too many South of that border have heard it. It will not only warm your heart, but give the song the attention it deserved back in the day. The song is called 'Thanks for leaving, Lucille'. I know you will love it, if you can find it. Obscure as heck maybe, long as a Marty Robbins ballad, but well worth the wait. I never thought that if they had cut out a few verses and get to the meat of the thing, it might have been promoted like crazy and been a #1 hit!
I see this one got you, you looked like you were ready to go kick someone’s ass when you got to the part about them Gatlin boys. Thanks for the great reaction video.
I was too the first time I heard it and I was like 8
Michael Sears I Love My wife😤
@@jamelakajamal lol I'm sure you do
I just cry when I hear this song....like every time
@@69smilex yeah it's actually really messed up and also I had no clue Kenny died 😭😥😰😢RIP PRESS F TO PAY RESPEK IN THE CHAT FOR THE LEGEND THAT WAS AND STILL IS EVEN AFTER DEATH KENNY ROGERS
Kenny Rogers was the best vocal story teller. Over 63 yr career. Watch his amazing biography. He was raised in poverty. Became a huge mega star with The Gambler Album & song. A huge cross over artist Country, Pop, R & B, psychodelic, gospel music. He was loved by everyone Globally. He was a really good man. He helped organize Feed Africa We Are The World song & huge talent session event fundraiser with major talents of the 80's. His songs had weekly TV movies. He was in a variety of bands. He even had his own tv show.
I'm 69 years old and everytime I hear this tune my eyes water oh brother oh what a tearjerker what a wonderful song to
"Tommy stopped and locked the door"---reminescent of The Bronx Tale "Now you's can't leave..."
That’s the image I get too 😊
Or, RUN "
Kenny had soo many great songs and became a great father later in life. He left behind a dedicated wife and two twin sons who are only 15ys old. Kenny's nickname became gambler. R.I.P Gambler.
Kenny was my mom's favorite singer. We had the same birthday. A few years after I was born, he had a son named Christopher John. My name is Christopher Jodi, mom loved little coincidences like that.
Kenny Rodgers was rock before he was country, try "Just Dropped In to See What Condition My Condition Is In". "Ruby, Don't Take Your Love to Town" "Lucille"
"These are the people who would never say it to your face" I think you hit nail right on the head right there. They're the real cowards.
When I first heard yesterday morning that Kenny Rogers had died I just fell apart and crying all day because he was a good man and he was the greatest storyteller ever and if you went to his concerts he make you feel appreciated and he has always said if it wasn't for his fans he wouldn't be where he is at today and he was grateful to them but I'm still in shock and Kenny Rogers I Will Always Love You. RIP
I had no clue he was dead now I'm so sad 😭😭😭😭
I can’t imagine you having a mean bone in your body!! You’re such an inspiration to me!! You’re proof there is still good in this messed up world!!
"Lucille" was my dad's favorite by Kenny Rogers. It is powerful also.
He found the loophole in his daddy's words: "Walk away from trouble IF YOU CAN." Tommy found a situation he couldn't walk away from, because they would have just kept getting worse.
Watching your emotional rollercoaster was interesting to watch. I was just like, ”Wait for it, wait for it."
Songs with well-told stories pull you in, just like they are supposed to.
Keep doing what you do. I love watching people react to a song I grew up with. It's a rare mixture of nostalgia and discovery. It's joyous and it's what we need right now. You have no idea how you and other UA-cam reactors are helping the mental health of your viewers with these little doses of happiness.
I always love the way KR drops his volume when he sings "...you could of heard a pin drop, when Tommy stopped and locked the door"...sweet!
Kenny rogers was so popular and such a good balladeer that two of his songs were turned into made for tv movies. Between 1979 and 1994 6 movies were made in total 1 for Coward of the County and The Gambler series which had 5 films in total produced between 1979-1994 .
What about Six Pack? Love will turn you around
Ohhhhhhh I KNEW I'd seen coward of the county actually played out!!! No one knew what I was talking about since I was a kid, but I'd seen it, people looked at me weird, I started to think I'd heard the song so many times that I imagined the scenes lol
Rip Kenny , cried my eyes out the day he died and played all his songs
In addition to singing Love Will Turn You Around for his 1982 movie Six Pack, Kenny also performed the theme song "They Don't Make Them Like They Used To" for the box office hit movie Tough Guys in 1986.
Tough Guys stared Burt Lancaster, Kirk Douglas, Eli Wallach, Charles Durning, Dana Carvey and Darlanne Fluegel.
"Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In)" was featured in 1998 Big Lebowski.
Kenny performed "Buy Me a Rose" on an episode of Touched By An Angel in 1998.
Kenny performed theme song to his 1990 "Christmas In America" tv movie.
And 50 years ago, Kenny and the First Edition had two songs featured in 1970 movie "Fools"
@@angelika_munkastrap4634 😍
I've been a fan of Kenny Rogers since he was in the group First Edition. "Love Will Turn You Around" is one of my favorites. RIP.
That still brings a tear to my eye. I remember hearing this when I was too young to understand it. 40 years later and its still powerful.
It's not our music, it's just music, it's all encompassing.
What I love about this song is that the story is there without it being graphic. That is what makes it excellent songwriting
Yes... inference is much more powerful than being too explicit!
Love the reaction! And hearing your ending comments.. I just smdh at the ignorance. I love that you're discovering new music, listening to genre's you'd probably never even considered listening to before, and that you're really enjoying it. Keep deleting those idiots, man.
Thanks Greg🙏🏾
The internet has more than it's share of idiots, people that hide behind a keyboard. Yeah, they are so brave.
Jamel, I Love what you are doin' Keep on doing those reactions. Music is a Universal Language.
I'm a white, 54 year old minister. I love watching your reactions. I don't think I've seen one where we've disagreed. Keep 'em coming!
I'll tell ya. Someone mess with my wife, me being a minister isn't gonna help 'em. They'd better start running now.
Songs like this are simply pure gold. It's thousands of times better than today's music. The other day I tried listening to a contemporary pop music radio station for about 30 minutes, and my ears felt like bursting. Every song sounded so similar. Today's singers really don't sing. They chant. And the music always consists of a strong percussion element combined with some nondescript melody that I couldn't recall 10 seconds after hearing. I guess it's to sound "gangsta" or something, but it really gets old. It's like the Betty Crocker cake-mix company decided to create "instant music" kits. Just add water, and you got "music"!
This song always made me cry, even as a kid. I’m glad you reacted to this. I’m not a country music fan, but Kenny was always an exception. RIP Kenny! 😢
Check out "Just dropped in" to see what condition my condition was in. Great song.
My favorite song by him. When I heard he passed I listened to it right away. Most people don't know it's Kenny Rogers that sung it.
I tripped on a cloud and fell Eight Miles High,
I tore my mind on a jagged sky.
I just dropped in, to see what condition my condition is in
Yes!!!!!
Kenny Roger's and the first edition.
That song is Kenny Rogers before he was country
His reaction when it reaches verse 2 , gave me goosebumps , love this 💕
True cowards are the ones that call people derogatory names, or talk tough, from behind a keyboard. Music is universal.
When I was a kid, Kenny Rogers' songs were my jam and that didn't change up until now. I still memorize every lyrics of his songs. Damn, I miss him so much. May he rest in peace. 💙😭
You could’ve heard a pin drop when Tommy stopped and locked the door.
One of my favorite lines ever.
“I’m a cool person.”
Truer words were never spoken.
That song isn't based on a true story. It is simply a beautiful story when set to music and sung by Kenny Rogers. I first heard it when I was around 12 or 13. I cried when I heard it. It's was one of the most emotional touching songs I ever heard. I asked for a Kenny Rogers albums for my birthday. I still have the album. I had a few country albums, and a few rock albums. I was the youngest in the house. Nobody else in my family liked country. So, I was only allowed to play them when i was the only one at home. I didn't have a record player, or stereo of my own. So, I didn't get to listen to my country records much. Just before turning 14, I was given a broken stereo to fix in my summer school electronics class. I fixed the stereo, got an "A" for the project, and was told we got to keep what was donated to the schools electronics class, thatt we fixed. Then I could play whatever I wanted to in my room. That is when I really started getting into music. I'm a lot like you. I really like many different types of the old school music. Only difference is that I grew up with it.. watching your videos brings back many memories, and makes me smile. I'm 22 years older than you.
Sometimes you gotta fight when you’re a man!! Rip!! Kenny Rogers ❤️Tennessee
Kenny Rogers was a legend! Will always remember him for his music and voice!
My Momma taught me that "Sticks n Stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me."
I LOVE the fact that you react to different genres because if you didn't react to Country Music, I would have never met such a real and kind person. (You).
Keep goin and remember, there will always be those "jealous haters".
Love Ya❣️
Fun fact: They made a film about this song and Rogers himself played the role of the Uncle. And he said something that is kind of both in line with this song and a sentiment I think you'd appreciate.
"The good book says to turn the other cheek. But a man only has two cheeks."
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Sitting here in Australia watching with tears in my eyes as this is one of my late father's favourite songs of all time and watching your reaction for when the song lyrics changed as I have heard it so many times
Love your channel - would love to see your reaction to Slim Dusty lights on the hill
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This Aussie lady watching it to.
Aussie here too. Love Slim and ‘Lights on the Hill’ one of my favourites. 🇦🇺
I remember SEPT 1979 like it was YESTURDAY I was 19 when this song came out,,,, Now im 60
I agree with Ruby Don't Take Your Love To Town...pretty powerful for that time.
Barry Delano recorded during the Vietnam war, may be taken harshly today.
@@TexasMagnolia The writer was smart. The lyrics say "That crazy asian war", but that could be WW2, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan. It's really timeless.
That was written by Mel Tillis. It is a depressing song, but the Statler brothers did a cover of it and turned it into an upbeat song.
Best reaction to this song ever. Jamals face when he worked out what the Gatling boys had done priceless
What a song, what a voice. One thing when you hear a KR song. You don't have to ask who it is. He was awesome. RIP. The great Kenny Rogers.
Grew up in the US Virgin Islands listening to this entire album. My grandma, mom and aunties who loved country music listened to this on Saturday mornings. Thanks for the review! ♥️💯🔥🇻🇮
Jay Vey
Some beautiful women in the Virgin Islands
Sorry you have to deal with comments like that.. Though there'll always be someone to say crap like that when it comes to the internet. I, myself, am very thankful and appreciative that you sometimes react to country music.
I love how when the song was over, your first word was "CONSIDERED"! Past tense. If you recall, the song began with "considered". It was a parable from the very beginning.
Kenny Rogers was one of the best. This old woman believes everything you say. And you are adorable ❤️❤️
Great play on words in the line "Everyone considered him the Coward of the County". In most of the song the verb "considered" refers to how the people thought of Tommy (the prevailing thinking at the time), but the last line the context changes such that "considered" means that they used to think of Tommy that way but no longer do. Great storytelling and subtle context shift in that line.
You're such a joyful person I can't imagine why anyone would bait you on here. Thank you for your videos, your openness to all genres of music, and appreciation for talent.
Gotta be one of my FAVORITE reactions you've done yet. Well done!!
Country , rock , rap , doesn’t matter, excellent storytelling touches your heart and soul
I love story songs and especially ones with a message. I have listened to this song since I was a kid
This particular number has always been my favorite.
Roger Miller King of the Road
Oh you have to listen to Roger Miller! He is a treasure!
Oh, hell yeah!
I saw an interview with him where they asked him how he would categorize his musical style. And he said, “it’s crock ... half country, half rock ...”. Hysterical answer.
Oh yeah!!!
"You Can't Rollerskate In A Buffalo Herd" is one of my and my wife's theme songs.
Jamal, I am a 59 year old white guy and I love watching your reactions. You are a good man and I am sorry for the ignorance of some people. You don't deserve that, you have my respect even though we may never meet
That look of understanding that comes across your face when you realize what happened to Becky....priceless...
You're a great man Jamal! People talk when they are insecure. Don't pay any attention to them and keep on doing what who do 'cause you're great at it!
Edna Hatem Thank You🙏🏾
I love how someone named "Hatem" clearly doesn't! :-)
I can’t believe people would say negative things about you listening to “our music” there is no such thing. White people been listening to black musicians forever. I guess that is ok? I love when you say “music unites” I also love to hear people call the black lady that Elvis loved “a lying N...” Elvis wasn’t a saint he was man just like the rest of us
F the haters. This one always brings tears as it reminds me of my late stepdad. He used to listen to Kenny on our long drives in the late 70's/early 80's.
This song brings tears to my eyes whenever I hear it.it has a strong message for all of us.