Dion wrote one of the most iconic songs in history back in 1968. Its call "Abraham, Martin and John." Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King, and John Fitzgerald Kennedy. This song is a must reaction video...I know you will enjoy this very moving and emotional song. Great reaction to a great 60's song I grew up with. Also check out Dion and the Belmont's song the 1961 song "The Wanderer." It was so good they made a movie about it back in 1979.
So many greats by Dion with and without the Belmonts I wonder why 1958 with Belmonts A teenager In Love 1959 with Belmonts Where or When 1959 with Belmonts No one Knows 1958 With Belmonts Runaround Sue 1961 The Wanderer 1961 Lovers Who wander 1962 Love Cane to me 1962 Ruby Baby 1962 Donna the Prima Donna 1963 Drip Drop 1963 Abraham Martin and John 1968 Wonder where I’m bound 1965 Sanctuary 1970 Your own Backyard 1972 ( about his addiction to alcohol and heroin) This was from a movie in 1961 called Twist around the clock. That’s why the people seem dead. The band behind Dion are actors and they are not the people who played on the song Runaround Sue. This was lip synced to the original record. On the original song Dion recruited some of the best band players from the Apollo theater , Panama Francis on drums Buddy Lucas on Sax, and the backing vocals was a group form Manhattan called the Del Satins.
I wish teens today played these songs at dances or parties, now it’s all about loud bass in songs u can’t even understand the lyrics to, there’s just no way to dance to songs like that
Back when music was fun and you couldn't stop your feet tapping and your head moving to the beat. So glad you are being introduced to the best decade of music - the wonderful 60s - and enjoying it !
One of my favorite singers that I grew up listening. I'm 73 yrs old and still like listening to the oldies but goodies! Good song to dance at the high school dances.🕺💃
Absolutely love Dion, this was 1961. Tge music I grew up with. That was music. No autotune. Bobby Darrin , Bobby Rydell, Frankie Avalon, Connie Francis ,Little Anthony and so on
Dion and his wife, Susan, have told a few different background stories of the song over the years, including that he wrote it in a jealous snit after seeing Susan talk to another guy when they were teenagers. But it was about another Sue who wasn't really a runaround either. Teens have a way of exaggerating things, lol. Dion and his Susan have been together since they were teens, they've been married almost 60 years.
Before Ernie Maressca passed quite a few years ago who wrote the song with Dion and was a song-writing friend of Dion also from the Bronx he shared in an interview I heard that, Dion and Sue were rock solid from when they first met in 1957, and 6 years later they married in March 1963, just coming up for 60years marriage.
Dion is one of the all-time greats. Fabulous songwriter, singer, did it all -- soul, folk, rock, blues, and on and on. He's still writing and performing and his voice is as strong as ever. He started out in 1959 and is the only original old rocker still making brilliant music. Spread the word about this amazing artist.
You two seem to really enjoy this type of music and it does my heart good to witness it. I think you'd enjoy learning how to do the dances of the 50s and 60s and then going out to the dance clubs that cater to that particular music. I really do think you'd have a blast. 😃
Great song by Dion from many great songs that he had back in the day and can never get enough of these songs. I'd like you to play Donna Donna Prima Donna by Dion. ❤
My dad was 66 when he went to heaven 13 years ago. This song for some reason always reminds me of his style of music and I can’t not shed tears when I hear it. He would love to dance with me to something just like this. Until one day when we meet again, Daddy! We will never say goodbye again!
early American rock and roll . He continued and had many hits through 60's. One of his last, and I think his best, was a ballad called "Abraham, Martin and John" (1968 )
I grew up in a small southern town and it was magical going into a diner or Cafe and watching people dancing by their tables or in the center of the floor! I loved it! Thanks for memories!
Dion wrote this song with his Bronx NYC childhood friend Ernie Maresca, about Susan a girl he was dating at the time, met in1957 married in1963, they are still married 2022, just celebrated 59 years of marriage. And still actively performing, touring, and recording new music at 82, years age, and voice is still great.
Deon has been married to Susan Butterfield since since 1963. They started hanging out when Dion was 15 and Sue was 13. The song's namesake wasn't his spouse but a girl named Sue who worked at a Manhattan nightclub and didn't run around at all.
Finally you listen to my all time favorite 50ies song! By the way: he married sue and they are still alive and happy with each other ♥️ Real love can do it all!!!
@@michaellazzeri9439 sorry to correct you of course years after he stated that this song was about her en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Runaround_Sue Ps: but yes you are absolutely right: an early 60ies song 👍😉 but you can hear the 50ies for sure 😉 ✌🏽
I can't hear this song with a straight face anymore after seeing Beach Blanket Babylon in San Francisco (used to be at Club Fugazzi). If you're ever there, go see the show, it's fantastic!
WE LUV ❤ SHAWN & MEL! (& fyi y'all have my DREAM job!😅)::::: It is too often lost about these early historical rock'n'roll acts - and there are few examples any better than our Dion & The Belmonts here - Dion diMuchi was in fact an excellent vocalist. Later, as a solo artist, he recorded the perennial Civil Righta era hit, "Abraham Martin and John."
Dion, born in the Bronx as Dion Francis DiMucci. Wow... Italy, the land that produces so many astonishing male vocalists! I think this performance was from a movie and most of the nightclub "audience" members were probably extras. I guess they were directed to just sit there quietly. (A bit weird!) At a real Dion concert, I'm sure the audience would have been mostly screaming girls!
I just found you through your reaction to Home Free... I don't usually watch reactions other than Home Free... BUT, I have been bingeing on all your oldies songs... Fantastic that you are enjoying and recognizing the old songs that paved the way for today's music..
Dion toured as a teen himself with BUDDY HOLLY, RUCHIE VALENS, and JILES PERRY RICHARDSON(Big Bopper) Dion has a long career and put out a new album in 2021! He Still sounds GREAT!
He was singing to the wrong audience...If I was there I'd be popping, turning tables...Thanks for your reaction...I actually went to a lot of parties back then... Believe me we weren't sitting.. PARTYING
A couple of my favorite Sion songs are the doo-wop classics 'I Wonder Why' and 'Donna the Prima Donna,' both of which make excellent use of his talented backing vocalists.
Next do The Wanderer by Dion. It is the male version of Runaround Sue. Came from the Doo Wop days in 1950's, early 1960's. Dion has a great voice. Audiences were rather stoic back then. It took more exposure to Rock and Roll to loosen people up. A later song worth a listen by Dion is Abraham, Martin and John, a tribute to those brave leaders who died before their time was through. Great reaction as always. Cheers from Canada
Dion is a Brooklyn boy just as I am. I also had the pleasure of seeing him during the 70;s when his big hit "Abraham, Martin and John" was played everywhere. Also listen him with The Belmonts doing "Teenager In Love", "I Wonder Why", and as a solo act doing "The Wanderer".
Me and my gf would go into her bedroom, put some 45's on the record play and dance. LOL...that was way back in the day! Loving all your reactions. They are bringing me back some great memories. :)
It was more like someone with a 💔 spreading rumours! Dion was very popular in the 60’s. He wrote the iconic song Abraham,Martin & John, which brings tears whenever I hear it played💜 His The Wanderer is another Big hit! 60’s ruled the world & such a wonderful time to be young & happy 😻🇨🇦
After you react to the wanderer,you won't feel so bad for Dion!🇨🇦💖🇺🇸😷
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Yeah, I think he got over Sue! 😆
This! I mean he's the type of guy who likes to roam around!
@@curtismartin2866 he is the original player!🇨🇦
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Dion wrote one of the most iconic songs in history back in 1968. Its call "Abraham, Martin and John." Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King, and John Fitzgerald Kennedy. This song is a must reaction video...I know you will enjoy this very moving and emotional song. Great reaction to a great 60's song I grew up with. Also check out Dion and the Belmont's song the 1961 song "The Wanderer." It was so good they made a movie about it back in 1979.
Wow, I did not know that was his song ( Abraham, Martin and John) . Totally different style. So beautiful
@@lutdesimpelaere2947 Yes he did. You can see him perform here on you tube. Thank you for your reply.
Dick Holler actually wrote it. Dion sang it
So many greats by Dion with and without the Belmonts
I wonder why 1958 with Belmonts
A teenager In Love 1959 with Belmonts
Where or When 1959 with Belmonts
No one Knows 1958 With Belmonts
Runaround Sue 1961
The Wanderer 1961
Lovers Who wander 1962
Love Cane to me 1962
Ruby Baby 1962
Donna the Prima Donna 1963
Drip Drop 1963
Abraham Martin and John 1968
Wonder where I’m bound 1965
Sanctuary 1970
Your own Backyard 1972 ( about his addiction to alcohol and heroin)
This was from a movie in 1961 called Twist around the clock. That’s why the people seem dead. The band behind Dion are actors and they are not the people who played on the song Runaround Sue. This was lip synced to the original record. On the original song Dion recruited some of the best band players from the Apollo theater , Panama Francis on drums Buddy Lucas on Sax, and the backing vocals was a group form Manhattan called the Del Satins.
the wanderers film was about a gang trying to get back to their own turf through enemy territory?
One of the best songs from my teenage years, great to dance to.
I wish teens today played these songs at dances or parties, now it’s all about loud bass in songs u can’t even understand the lyrics to, there’s just no way to dance to songs like that
My Parents we're personal friends with Dion. They all grew up in The Boogie Down Bronx together.
Back when music was fun and you couldn't stop your feet tapping and your head moving to the beat. So glad you are being introduced to the best decade of music - the wonderful 60s - and enjoying it !
Dion and the Belmonts which he’s the lead singer..he sings teenager in love ..a great song
One of my favorite singers that I grew up listening. I'm 73 yrs old and still like listening to the oldies but goodies! Good song to dance at the high school dances.🕺💃
Absolutely love Dion, this was 1961. Tge music I grew up with. That was music. No autotune. Bobby Darrin , Bobby Rydell, Frankie Avalon, Connie Francis ,Little Anthony and so on
Jay and the Americans, Roy Orbison, Bobby Vee and Ambrosia. (I’m kidding about Ambrosia).
Once again you two crack me up when you realize what the song is about.
Dion and his wife, Susan, have told a few different background stories of the song over the years, including that he wrote it in a jealous snit after seeing Susan talk to another guy when they were teenagers. But it was about another Sue who wasn't really a runaround either. Teens have a way of exaggerating things, lol. Dion and his Susan have been together since they were teens, they've been married almost 60 years.
Thanks for sharing this story. Runaround Sue was one of my favorite songs when I was a kid. I loved the beat and the vocals
Thanks for telling me. That's beautiful, being together since high school. Wow !!!
Before Ernie Maressca passed quite a few years ago who wrote the song with Dion and was a song-writing friend of Dion also from the Bronx he shared in an interview I heard that, Dion and Sue were rock solid from when they first met in 1957, and 6 years later they married in March 1963, just coming up for 60years marriage.
Definitely do “ Abaraham, Martin and John” . Needs to be heard.
Absolutely, I cry when I listen to that song . Beautiful lyrics and music .🙏❤️😢 RIP Abraham, Martin , John and Bobby .
Dion is one of the all-time greats. Fabulous songwriter, singer, did it all -- soul, folk, rock, blues, and on and on. He's still writing and performing and his voice is as strong as ever. He started out in 1959 and is the only original old rocker still making brilliant music. Spread the word about this amazing artist.
This song is one of my fun and silly favorite songs with such a great beat.
Runaround Sue was fun I knew her react to more Dion
Dion is still making good music. He had a new album out not too long ago 🎶🎵
You two seem to really enjoy this type of music and it does my heart good to witness it. I think you'd enjoy learning how to do the dances of the 50s and 60s and then going out to the dance clubs that cater to that particular music. I really do think you'd have a blast. 😃
His friends, Bobby Rydell, Frankie Avalon and Fabian tour together.
Dion is from the Bronx, Bobby, Frankie and Fabian are from Philly
Except Dion could sing.
Please react to the Dion's song "The Wanderer" next.
Great song by Dion from many great songs that he had back in the day and can never get enough of these songs. I'd like you to play Donna Donna Prima Donna by Dion. ❤
The great Dion - from The Bronx! ❤️❤️❤️
Wow! How could you just sit there! I would be up dancing!
I use to dance to that as a kid. It's a very old song from 50's. I was born 1964. I was a baby dancing with my dad to this song
Oldy but goody.
I met Dion Demucci in Texas when he was preaching on the evangelism circuit. The man was really an amazing, multi-talented polymath.
My dad was 66 when he went to heaven 13 years ago. This song for some reason always reminds me of his style of music and I can’t not shed tears when I hear it. He would love to dance with me to something just like this. Until one day when we meet again, Daddy! We will never say goodbye again!
Your smiles are contagious ♥️
early American rock and roll . He continued and had many hits through 60's. One of his last, and I think his best, was a ballad called "Abraham, Martin and John" (1968 )
This clip is from the 1961 movie Twist Around the Clock, the same year this song was released.
one of my boyfriends sang this to me during a talent show at school. The nuns had a fit! Oh, the good old days!!!!!
Shawn & Mel, this is 1971’s version of “My Give A Damn’s Busted!” 😂 😂 😂
I grew up in a small southern town and it was magical going into a diner or Cafe and watching people dancing by their tables or in the center of the floor! I loved it! Thanks for memories!
Dion songs are the story of my life.
thats what music was all about then you both had a smile all through the record
Love your Pumpkins T-shirt
Sue is the village bicycle....Everybody's had a ride.
Dion wrote this song with his Bronx NYC childhood friend Ernie Maresca, about Susan a girl he was dating at the time, met in1957 married in1963, they are still married 2022, just celebrated 59 years of marriage. And still actively performing, touring, and recording new music at 82, years age, and voice is still great.
Now you have listened to 'Runaround Sue' you really NEED to listen to 'The Wanderer', also by Dion. As the saying goes, both can play this game. ;)
I was going to suggest that great mind's think alike ✌
One of the Greatest Doo Wop & Rock & Roll singers. 86 years old and still putting out albums with some of the all time Greats🎸🎸🎸
Good music never goes out of style we need more music like this
Una de mis canciones favoritas, saludos desde chile, aaaaa estoy suscrito
Deon has been married to Susan Butterfield since since 1963. They started hanging out when Dion was 15 and Sue was 13. The song's namesake wasn't his spouse but a girl named Sue who worked at a Manhattan nightclub and didn't run around at all.
Finally you listen to my all time favorite 50ies song!
By the way: he married sue and they are still alive and happy with each other ♥️ Real love can do it all!!!
Madam, this is NOT a 50's song ! It's from '61 /'62. And no, Dion, didn't marry this Sue !
@@michaellazzeri9439 sorry to correct you of course years after he stated that this song was about her
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Runaround_Sue
Ps: but yes you are absolutely right: an early 60ies song 👍😉 but you can hear the 50ies for sure 😉 ✌🏽
I remember my parent stopping everything when song came on to start dancing in the kitchen!! Awesome!!
So good to see young people like ur self enjoying music like this
You should take a look at Dion's last hit, "Abraham, Martin and John" - it's powerful.
This song makes me think of my grandpa. I miss him so much. He left us in Feb.
I can't hear this song with a straight face anymore after seeing Beach Blanket Babylon in San Francisco (used to be at Club Fugazzi). If you're ever there, go see the show, it's fantastic!
Love from Finland I love you guys listening these oldies but goldies ! just subscribed...
You both have great smiles ❤️
Dion, a rock and roll legend!.
My sister, whose name was Sue, HATED this song when it came out! Thanks for the memory!
WE LUV ❤ SHAWN & MEL! (& fyi y'all have my DREAM job!😅):::::
It is too often lost about these early historical rock'n'roll acts - and there are few examples any better than our Dion & The Belmonts here - Dion diMuchi was in fact an excellent vocalist. Later, as a solo artist, he recorded the perennial Civil Righta era hit, "Abraham Martin and John."
Dion, another of the greats! You guys are one of my FAVORITE reaction channels, you're open minded and I like that about both of you! God bless!
I remember when my mom threw this song on and immediately i couldnt stop listening to it! Lol my mom told me this was a lesson to learn 😂
Dion, born in the Bronx as Dion Francis DiMucci. Wow... Italy, the land that produces so many astonishing male vocalists! I think this performance was from a movie and most of the nightclub "audience" members were probably extras. I guess they were directed to just sit there quietly. (A bit weird!) At a real Dion concert, I'm sure the audience would have been mostly screaming girls!
50's/60's is the golden age of music. If you're in a bad mood put on a 50's/60's playlist and your bad mood won't last long.
So glad to see you two are going back to the pioneers....Elvis, Frankie and Dion.......check out the Beach Boys and Roy Orbison
Shawn and Mel thank you for bringing this music back , it brings a smile to my face 😊😊😊😊
Dion , So Awesome
LOVE this song
Dion is invited to the cookout…and putting the whole hood on front-street! 🎇🎇🎇🎇🎇🎇🎇🎇🎇
I danced to this in my paypen. This and the twist.
I just found you through your reaction to Home Free... I don't usually watch reactions other than Home Free... BUT, I have been bingeing on all your oldies songs... Fantastic that you are enjoying and recognizing the old songs that paved the way for today's music..
Lol more guys have broken hearts. Keep it rolling
I love the looks on both of your faces when you hear what songs are about! You guys crack me up! Thank you!🤣
I like both of them too.
"People let me put you wise...Sue goes...Out with other guys..."
Dion toured as a teen himself with BUDDY HOLLY, RUCHIE VALENS, and JILES PERRY RICHARDSON(Big Bopper) Dion has a long career and put out a new album in 2021! He Still sounds GREAT!
One of my all time favorite songs, love it classic
One of my favorite songs by Dion. He's in his 80s now and still performing. I got one for y'all. Lonely Teardrops by Howard Huntsberry!
Classic Rock n Roll!
Can't beat this old music.
In the backround you hear them singing..."Head, Head, Hum the Head!"
Y'all need to react to Wake Up Little Suzie by the Everly Brothers. Great song.
Hey, you guys should hear Dion sing “Runaround Sue” in later years, like when he was much older! He is freakin’ FANTASTIC!!!❤❤❤
He was singing to the wrong audience...If I was there I'd be popping, turning tables...Thanks for your reaction...I actually went to a lot of parties back then... Believe me we weren't sitting.. PARTYING
Great singer
A couple of my favorite Sion songs are the doo-wop classics 'I Wonder Why' and 'Donna the Prima Donna,' both of which make excellent use of his talented backing vocalists.
BRILLIANT reaction 💜
Now you see why he became a wanderer lol
Then he found that place for lovers who wander.
Dion: “Abraham, Martin, and John”, a song about America’s loss of innocent. A classic from a little later in his career.
I love your reaction... that is how I dance when I hear it. LOL
I loved the way people danced to this music ❤️
Pure dance music. ❤❤❤❤❤
Next do The Wanderer by Dion. It is the male version of Runaround Sue. Came from the Doo Wop days in 1950's, early 1960's. Dion has a great voice. Audiences were rather stoic back then. It took more exposure to Rock and Roll to loosen people up. A later song worth a listen by Dion is Abraham, Martin and John, a tribute to those brave leaders who died before their time was through. Great reaction as always. Cheers from Canada
Dion is a Brooklyn boy just as I am. I also had the pleasure of seeing him during the 70;s when his big hit "Abraham, Martin and John" was played everywhere. Also listen him with The Belmonts doing "Teenager In Love", "I Wonder Why", and as a solo act doing "The Wanderer".
like the smashing pumpkins t- shirt a blast from the past thanks for the music
He was a ladies' man back in the day....he probably broke more hearts than Sue did lol.
Dion. One of the few living and STILL active 1950s rockers.
One of the earlier to sing in the more traditional clear voice style and add the more rock and roll raspy tone accents.
It don't get any better than that.🔥😁❤️❤️❤️💯
This is old school. Brings back memories
In my opinion, one of the best songs of all time.
One of my old favorites........
Me and my gf would go into her bedroom, put some 45's on the record play and dance. LOL...that was way back in the day! Loving all your reactions. They are bringing me back some great memories. :)
My mom named my brother after Dion. This song makes me wish I could tap. I can come up with a good tap routine to this song.
Love your hair Mel. Suits you!
It was more like someone with a 💔 spreading rumours! Dion was very popular in the 60’s. He wrote the iconic song Abraham,Martin & John, which brings tears whenever I hear it played💜 His The Wanderer is another Big hit! 60’s ruled the world & such a wonderful time to be young & happy 😻🇨🇦
1962----------Dion on record, is backed by The Del-Satins, a quartet from The Bronx, just like Dion.
There’s a video showing Dion performing the “wanderer” at the same club
I love the phrase/lyrics "now people let me put you wise" ..uh Sue..goes out with other guys...put you wise! Nice
Dion sings the blues these days ☮️💜