The lady singing 'Iris DeMent" sang "EVERLASTING ARMS in the closing credits in the movie "TRUE GRIT" you should hear it, it will give you goose bumps.
John Prine is the hidden gem of American songwriting. He's super underground, but a real lyrical genius. So glad you found him. He's a songwriter's songwriter. You're seriously the first reaction channel I've seen do John Prine. Keep digging, he's worth it.
Completely agree. John Prine has this homespun authenticity that draws you in no matter what else is going on in your life. "Angel from Montgomery" is one of my all-time favorite songs (particularly Susan Tedeschi's cover of it), but "Hello in There," "Dear Abby," "Unwed Fathers," you can't go wrong with basically any choice you make.
John Prine never apologizes for his characters in songs and he highlights how absurdly human we all are. Best cure for depression ever is to listen to his Anthology set.
John Prine was absolutely hilarious, and also a keen observer of the human condition, and he'd set all to a tune over 3 to 5 chords and sing it to ya. The Mark Twain of American songcraft.
And it bears repeating, Roger Miller (one of Prine's main inspirations) wrote all the songs for the musical "Big River", based on Mark Twain's "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn". The Broadway play won 7 Tonys! Fabulous soundtrack...don't miss it. John Goodman plays Pappy.
@@Larissa-dt6nc Susan Tedeschi's version consistently makes my Top Five Songs of All Time list. It's just PERFECT. That said, I went to a concert where Bonnie Raitt, the Indigo Girls, and (I think) Dar Williams performed "Angel from Montgomery" that had an a capella section in four-part harmony 20+ years ago that was truly incredible. It was their encore and it just made you wish the concert would never end.
John took in all the worlds pain, flaws, and shortcomings, and then turned it all into the most beautiful and honest lyrics ever put to paper. The Van Gogh of words. What a gift he was to us all✨
I love seeing people experience the unhinged honesty in Prine's songwriting. Sorry to hear about your cousin, man. Her and John gonna whistle and go fishin in heaven.
I’ve literally been listening to John Prine since I was in the womb. That man wrote the soundtrack to the first 37 years of my life, and losing him has been like losing my Dad all over again. When I was little, I would sit in my Daddy’s lap and he would sing Prine songs to me, and then later we would sing them together. Between John Prine and Guy Clark, two of the best singer/songwriters in Americana, I have had a lot of good music in my life and I always love seeing someone else discover what has brought me so much joy. Thanks for doing one for him.
yes guy was also a great songwriter nobody ever heard of then only know bob dylan because someone else said he was a great songwriter go listen to guy and john and you will forget there was ever a dylan funny they are all from the same era also
Story for all you Prine fans. A friend was in Navy boot camp at Great Lakes Training Center. Back then, the 60s, you got one day off during 2 months. His day came on a huge Chicago snow storm. He was determined to go downtown. He told the cabbie he wanted to hear some music. Two blues clubs were closed so the cabbie took him to this hippie joint about 5 blocks from the lake near the history museum. Inside there was a bartender, 4 customers, and the performers. John Prine, Steve Goodman, and Jimmy Buffet. The three of them sat down at a table with the customers and traded songs and stories for about 4 hours. They were all in their early 20s. Their careers hadn’t started yet.
Jamal, I’m 75 years old. I just found your program. It is great to hear old music of all genre. I love how you react to the words of old tunes. Your smile and laughter makes my day. Keep Great Music Alive! David
Same! I tend to think of him as pure Americana folk. I was lucky to see him concert a few years ago in Kansas City on his Tree of Forgiveness tour. It was wonderful.
“Hello In There” by John Prine is a wonderfully crafted song about the way our society dismisses old people. Please react to it. I think it’s the kind of song that will move your emotions. After all, what else can you ask of a song.
This was the first song I ever heard by him and it floored me. Huge fan ever since. It was on Austin City Limits as an older John. I couldn't believe I had never heard of him before this. It was about 1998 or so
I miss John Prine so much. Saw him in concert more times than I can remember (first one in 1974) and had the best of time. What a story teller was John.
Saw him several times. Even waited on him at the old Green Hils Shoney's in Nashville in the late 70s when I was a waiter. How awful the world is without him in it.
I consider this song to be the greatest love song of all time! - The day I heard John Prine had passed away, was one of the saddest days of my life. He was a lyrical genius. I truly hope he is sipping that cocktail and smoking that really long cigarette up in heaven. - RIP
“Dear Abbey “is a an oldie but a goodie by him , not sure though if the younger generation has heard of Dear Abbey and her advice Column that was syndicated in just about every newspaper in the country, funny song but you have to know who Dear Abbey is to understand the song.
So sorry to hear about your cousin. I was sad for days when John Prine died earlier this year. He sang so many beautiful songs. I listened to one of his last songs over and over. It's called "When I Get To Heaven. You should definitely check it out.
John's death (from Covid 19) left a big hole in my heart, hearing you play his music really cheers me up to know that more people will be able to hear this great national treasure. Thanks Jamal. Check out "Hello In There," one of my favorites.
John had battled cancer for years , if your a fan you probably know that . But to say he died from covid , imo is disingenuous at best . Again just my opinion.
@@richardjackson1858 You got it wrong, Richard - dead wrong! John had been touring (followed by a few days vacation in Paris) in Europe where COVID-19 was escalating in Jan/Feb of 2020. Within weeks of their return to the U.S., first his wife Fiona and then John himself tested positive for the coronavirus. Fiona survived but John, with several underlying conditions, unfortunately didn't make it. The FACT is if John hadn't contracted COVID-19 overseas, he'd STILL BE ALIVE TODAY, therefore it was COVID-19 that caused his death.
His musical partner here, Iris Dement, has one of the most distinctive voices ever. It rubs some people the wrong way, but if you like her voice, check out "Our Town" and "My Mama's Opry."
I regret I did not know John Prines music until his passing. He is a treasure and I have found I love each and every song I have heard, He is one of my top 5 all time favorite Musicians/Songwriters
I stumbled across John Prine on an Austin City Limits rerun about a year ago and sat mouth agape for an hour! Every married man, no matter how happily, will chuckle at least once at Other Side Of Town. RIP
I have always loved John Prine I love everything he ever recorded especially Angel from Montgomery, Fish and Whistle, Please don’t bury me and That’s the way the world goes round
Thanks for checking out John Prine. This is one of his goofier ones, so don’t be thrown off by it. Dig into some of his other stuff. He was a one of a kind songwriter. The other side of town, Spanish pipedream, Far, far from me, are all great.
My grandmother introduced me to John Prine in 1981, I was 6. 25 years later I was taking my kids to see John Prine. He's helped me through some of the toughest times in my life!! I lost my only daughter to cancer 10 days after her 17th birthday. She wore her Fish and Whistle shirt with pride. John's music was my Escape! I cry everyday, I miss them so much.
You are going down a real deep well , when you take a dive into the genius of John Prine . Check out some tunes from his "Missing Years" album . Picture Show would be a great song to check out .
Brother. Can't thank you enough for loving music and doing what you do. I love John Prine and will never get over him being taken from us last year. Thank you so much for forwarding his legacy as a songwriter. Best to you, sir!
John Prine was brilliant. The tunes are simple and clear but the lyrics are deep and earnest. And I'm not even a country music fan but I've been loving his music since the 1970's. Glad you picked up on him. You will find a treasure trove in his work.
The movie was "Daddy and Them" and was a pretty star studded cast with Billy Bob Thornton, Andy Griffith, Jim Varney,Laura Dern and of course John Prine. Check it out it's a little strange kinda like the song.
Bro, this one of my girls favorite artists, favorite songs, I lost her 3 years ago, when John Prine died I lost another piece of her, but it always makes me happy to hear him. Can’t wait to see this reaction, hittin play now.
That, my friends, is a song about true love. The first time I heard this song, it hit so close to home, I wasn't sure whether I should laugh or cry. It is real in today's world. It's about people that love each other for better or worse. Jamel, I hope that some day you and your wife are sittin' on a rainbow like this couple.
No. Although Prine wrote a ton of great songs, it was another great but under appreciated songwriter by the name of Kris Kristofferson who wrote Me and Bobby McGee
Jamel, John Prine was one of the best, if not the best satirical artist on planet earth. My heart cried when he passed. Saw him perform for the first time a few years b4 he left us......he was the real deal.
Rest in Peace, John! The movie is called Daddy and Them. I haven't seen it yet and I'm looking forward to it. I'm sorry for you're loss. I just lost my Uncle Eddie today.
That was John...humble self-deprecating humor...speaks volumes with the simplest of phrases. He just described the essence of a loving marriage ...they can't help loving each other ...in spite of themselves......rings so true.
John Prine has been a member of my family since I was a small child. When my mom died we played this song at her service. It describes the relationship she had w/ my dad and it makes me cry every damn time I hear it. You can get into some of his other stuff that he wrote with John Goodman. Dear Abby is a good one (and another funny one you will LOVE!). His newest album is fantastic and "When I get to Heaven" is great. Keep up with the Prine. His writing will make you laugh and cry. He is poetry. Enjoy his music. Dig into that catalogue and you will find gold. Pure gold.
Somewhere on TH-cam, there's a video of John and Kacey Musgraves singing that song after they played her song "Burn one with John Prine" which is a pretty great tune that anyone taking the time to read these comments should definitely check out.
Fun fact, that song isn't actually about weed. It's about his childlike wonder and finding humor in things that most people wouldn't. Although he once said "The stoners really liked it and gave me a lot of money, so I wasn't going to tell em!"
Brilliant song writer.. and a great performer right up to the end of his life. Had the joy of seeing him in concert last year.. he was amazing! RIP dear sir, and thanks for a great review.
Jamel: Would love to see your reaction to John Prine's "Hello in There." Many other great suggestions from listeners below. John was a treasure that never got the full recognition he deserved. A true Chicago guy.
Charley bought some popcorn Billy bought a car Someone almost bought the farm But they didn't go that far Things shut down at midnight At least around here they do Cause we all reside down the block Inside at, 23 Skidoo
The film is called “Daddy and Them”. I knew the song, but never saw the film. BTW I recommend artist in the same vain as John Prine, that would be John Hiatt. I love the entire album of “Crossing Muddy Waters” especially the title track.
You should go back and listen to all things John Prine, he is one of the greatest song writers ever. We lost an American treasure when he died. I was so angry that he survived cancer only to be taken out prematurely by Covid.
Those are great songs by Iris, but I recommend her most recent, and little known song, "How Long", also known as "Justice Rolls Like Water". Several live versions are on TH-cam, and she just released a studio version, saying it's in solidarity with BLM.
The movie with John, Billy Bob and Andy Griffith was called Daddy and them. Thank you for playing this story teller legend. Saw him once with a dear friend. He introduced me to Johns music many year's ago. Unfortunately my friend passed a few month's after John. It has devastated me.
John has an offbeat sense of humor in some of his songs. Give a listen to “Big Old Goofy World “, “Please Don’t Bury Me” and my favorite “ Let’s Talk Dirty in Hawiian
Jamal, John Prine is the funniest heartfelt writer EVER. Check out his song LAKE MARIE. Sorry for your loss. Check out the words in Bruised Orange 🍊. Prine is the Man, well, besides you !!
I love John's work. I couldn't bring myself to listen to his recordings since he passed. Too painful. This is the first one and glad I did, because it's a new one for me. He was a national treasure, a song writer of the highest order. This is a particularly silly song for him, though he uses humor often. He has a way of getting down to the underlying human condition. The nitty gritty of life. He understands working people, the poor, the sadness that runs through so many lives. With John your either laughing or crying. Please listen to more of his music. My favorite is Angel from Montgomery, which Bonnie Raitt does the definitive version and Bonnie should be listened to for her own great talent (another giant). Other great songs are Dear Abby, When I Get To Heaven, Your Flag Decal Won't Get You Into Heaven , Hello In There, and don't forget Sam Stone with the line " There's a hole in Daddy's arm, where all the money goes" about Viet Vet with drug addiction and so many more. Iris Dement who shares the stage in this video is also a talented song writer in her own right.
I found you a few months ago and have thoroughly enjoyed your reactions. I am truly blown away that you have featured my all time favorite songwriter, the late, great John Prine! Thank you, Jamel for all the love and laughter!
You can’t beat John Prine. John is who people like Tom petty listened to. Tom even sings back up on a John prine song. John Was a mailman in Chicago before he became famous. I’m guessing it won’t be long till we hear some Todd Snider. He has a song ‘conservative Christian’ or something like that that you may want to give a listen.
Diamond in the Rough is probably one of the best albums ever made. It is fun, funny, and bittersweet too. Clocks and Spoons is one of my all time favorite songs. One of those painfully bittersweet songs about the mental health problems war vets face. I'd strongly suggest listening to that song, not as a reaction but just a human being empathetic of other people's pain. It's a beautiful, but painful song. Still really happy you're doing this, J. We should all do our best to keep our eyes and ears open to new experiences and hope that commonality brings us closer together.
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The lady singing 'Iris DeMent" sang "EVERLASTING ARMS in the closing credits in the movie "TRUE GRIT" you should hear it, it will give you goose bumps.
Be watching Cool Hand Luke tonight...
RIP, John. Thank You.
You should check out Iris DeMente. She has a great voice!
@ti portangeles Why is it a great emancipation song when it has nothing to do with it?
@ti portangeles Sorry, thought you were refering to the civil war.
John Prine is the hidden gem of American songwriting. He's super underground, but a real lyrical genius. So glad you found him. He's a songwriter's songwriter. You're seriously the first reaction channel I've seen do John Prine. Keep digging, he's worth it.
Yeah, I haven’t seen anyone react to him either. Shocked me when I saw it pop up. The Well is deep with John Prine.💜
John was a true craftsman and an excellent storyteller, wasn't he? Got the opportunity to see him live once. Great showman!
💥HUMANS ARENT HUMAN
OUR TIMES RIGHT NOW! W.
Todd Dean Lucky you! My sister got to see him a couple of times, she’s the one that turned me on to him.
Completely agree. John Prine has this homespun authenticity that draws you in no matter what else is going on in your life. "Angel from Montgomery" is one of my all-time favorite songs (particularly Susan Tedeschi's cover of it), but "Hello in There," "Dear Abby," "Unwed Fathers," you can't go wrong with basically any choice you make.
John Prine never apologizes for his characters in songs and he highlights how absurdly human we all are. Best cure for depression ever is to listen to his Anthology set.
My dad was a big fan and I've heard his music all my life. It is great when you are feeling down.
Dude, I don't know who talked you into digging into John's catalog but good on them!
I think I did once. I think John is up there with Jim Stafford, Ray stevens,
Mel Tillis, Weird Al Yankovic even, and so many more.
I did!
I did too!!
I did via his Instagram page about 5/6 months ago. Hopefully he reacts to more of Prine's stuff.
Absolutely. 🎼Gold inside of you..🎼
John Prine was absolutely hilarious, and also a keen observer of the human condition, and he'd set all to a tune
over 3 to 5 chords and sing it to ya. The Mark Twain of American songcraft.
And it bears repeating, Roger Miller (one of Prine's main inspirations) wrote all the songs for the musical "Big River", based on Mark Twain's "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn". The Broadway play won 7 Tonys! Fabulous soundtrack...don't miss it. John Goodman plays Pappy.
John wrote Angel from Montgomery. Please do Bonnie Raitt’s version. John had a great sense of humor.
There's a great version of him and Bonnie doing the song together. th-cam.com/video/1T5NuI6Ai-o/w-d-xo.html
The duet would be the best one
Susan Tedeschi does a good version too...
I love “ Angel from Montgomery “ , either version! It hits me right in the feels!
@@Larissa-dt6nc Susan Tedeschi's version consistently makes my Top Five Songs of All Time list. It's just PERFECT. That said, I went to a concert where Bonnie Raitt, the Indigo Girls, and (I think) Dar Williams performed "Angel from Montgomery" that had an a capella section in four-part harmony 20+ years ago that was truly incredible. It was their encore and it just made you wish the concert would never end.
John took in all the worlds pain, flaws, and shortcomings, and then turned it all into the most beautiful and honest lyrics ever put to paper.
The Van Gogh of words.
What a gift he was to us all✨
The well is deep with this cat.
Very deep! He'll make you laugh and then break your heart. Then make you laugh again!
@@ThistleAndSea Nothing I can add to this comment except that it's the gospel truth.👍
@Robert... Facts!
@@ThistleAndSea And sometimes all in one line.
I love seeing people experience the unhinged honesty in Prine's songwriting. Sorry to hear about your cousin, man. Her and John gonna whistle and go fishin in heaven.
John Prine was definitely one of a kind
I’ve literally been listening to John Prine since I was in the womb. That man wrote the soundtrack to the first 37 years of my life, and losing him has been like losing my Dad all over again. When I was little, I would sit in my Daddy’s lap and he would sing Prine songs to me, and then later we would sing them together. Between John Prine and Guy Clark, two of the best singer/songwriters in Americana, I have had a lot of good music in my life and I always love seeing someone else discover what has brought me so much joy. Thanks for doing one for him.
yes guy was also a great songwriter nobody ever heard of then only know bob dylan because someone else said he was a great songwriter go listen to guy and john and you will forget there was ever a dylan funny they are all from the same era also
The movie is called Daddy and Them, and it's brilliant!
Yes it is.
Exactly
Seen it a dozen times, funny every time 🤣
Ty
My mom will love it haha
Story for all you Prine fans. A friend was in Navy boot camp at Great Lakes Training Center. Back then, the 60s, you got one day off during 2 months. His day came on a huge Chicago snow storm. He was determined to go downtown. He told the cabbie he wanted to hear some music. Two blues clubs were closed so the cabbie took him to this hippie joint about 5 blocks from the lake near the history museum. Inside there was a bartender, 4 customers, and the performers. John Prine, Steve Goodman, and Jimmy Buffet. The three of them sat down at a table with the customers and traded songs and stories for about 4 hours. They were all in their early 20s. Their careers hadn’t started yet.
God Bless you for doing John Prine...
Jamal,
I’m 75 years old. I just found your program. It is great to hear old music of all genre. I love how you react to the words of old tunes. Your smile and laughter makes my day. Keep Great Music Alive!
David
You are not the first one to have a difficult time putting John in a specific genre . He remains my all time favorite singer/songwriter .
I think you call it, root music.
Same! I tend to think of him as pure Americana folk. I was lucky to see him concert a few years ago in Kansas City on his Tree of Forgiveness tour. It was wonderful.
Agreed
“Hello In There” by John Prine is a wonderfully crafted song about the way our society dismisses old people. Please react to it. I think it’s the kind of song that will move your emotions. After all, what else can you ask of a song.
This was the first song I ever heard by him and it floored me. Huge fan ever since. It was on Austin City Limits as an older John. I couldn't believe I had never heard of him before this. It was about 1998 or so
You can never go wrong with John Prine.
Jamel, you gotta go down the John Prine rabbit hole. He's an all time great.
I miss John Prine so much. Saw him in concert more times than I can remember (first one in 1974) and had the best of time. What a story teller was John.
Me too. We know we're lucky !!
Saw him several times. Even waited on him at the old Green Hils Shoney's in Nashville in the late 70s when I was a waiter. How awful the world is without him in it.
Shook his hand in Berkeley Calif
My life is complete know John Prine from Illegal smile the best ever. God Bless Him
I consider this song to be the greatest love song of all time! - The day I heard John Prine had passed away, was one of the saddest days of my life. He was a lyrical genius. I truly hope he is sipping that cocktail and smoking that really long cigarette up in heaven. - RIP
My personal favorite John Prine song is "Paradise". It has a special meaning to me that I won't go into.
That is my all time favorite. That and Please Don't Bury Me
This song changed my life
I've spent a good part of the last 16 years over there at Paradise.
My grandfather worked for Peabody, my daddy grew up down by the Green River...song always brought a year to the old Green Beret’s eye...
Mine too. And same.
“Dear Abbey “is a an oldie but a goodie by him , not sure though if the younger generation has heard of Dear Abbey and her advice Column that was syndicated in just about every newspaper in the country, funny song but you have to know who Dear Abbey is to understand the song.
"Listen up buster, and listen up good.."
So sorry to hear about your cousin.
I was sad for days when John Prine died earlier this year. He sang so many beautiful songs. I listened to one of his last songs over and over. It's called "When I Get To Heaven. You should definitely check it out.
I listened to it on repeat too
I'm still struggling with John's passing ☹️
Yes. I still feel so sad he's gone. He is a real poet and puts so much heart into his songs and his singing.
Have you listened to "I rember everything" its so 😢
I saw him twice over the years. I bought his 1st album when it was new. Rodger Waters covered Paradise on you tube as a tribute. Worth listening to.
I miss him so much. I have loved watching your videos, never thought I would watch you listen to John. Beautiful thank you.
John's death (from Covid 19) left a big hole in my heart, hearing you play his music really cheers me up to know that more people will be able to hear this great national treasure. Thanks Jamal. Check out "Hello In There," one of my favorites.
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My brothers have sung his songs for years and they were devastated by his death.
John had battled cancer for years , if your a fan you probably know that . But to say he died from covid , imo is disingenuous at best . Again just my opinion.
He died because he caught COVID in an immunocompromised situation. If he had not got the virus he would probably still be alive today.
@@richardjackson1858 You got it wrong, Richard - dead wrong! John had been touring (followed by a few days vacation in Paris) in Europe where COVID-19 was escalating in Jan/Feb of 2020. Within weeks of their return to the U.S., first his wife Fiona and then John himself tested positive for the coronavirus. Fiona survived but John, with several underlying conditions, unfortunately didn't make it. The FACT is if John hadn't contracted COVID-19 overseas, he'd STILL BE ALIVE TODAY, therefore it was COVID-19 that caused his death.
Total J.P tune!! Dude can make you laugh and cry within minutes.
I love me some John Prine! Legendary songwriter.
Love John Prine and Iris Dement together. I get chills listening to them harmonize. Missing you, John.
His musical partner here, Iris Dement, has one of the most distinctive voices ever. It rubs some people the wrong way, but if you like her voice, check out "Our Town" and "My Mama's Opry."
I love Iris Dement and my wife can't stand her. Very polarizing voice. She also does a great version of Let the Mystery Be.
Our Town never fails to choke me up. Awesome song.
"Our Town" is out of this world, beautifully sentimental.
I love iris dement's voice.
I regret I did not know John Prines music until his passing. He is a treasure and I have found I love each and every song I have heard, He is one of my top 5 all time favorite Musicians/Songwriters
I love Iris Dement. Her song "Our Town" finished out the amazing TV series Northern Exposure. Been a fan ever since.
One of the saddest songs I know....
@Yeah right! Yeah right! 😔
Loved Northern Exposure. The music played such an important part in each episode.
And "Let the Mystery Be" was the Leftover's theme song, seasons 2&3.
That show was shot in Washington State. I have eaten at The Brick.
I stumbled across John Prine on an Austin City Limits rerun about a year ago and sat mouth agape for an hour! Every married man, no matter how happily, will chuckle at least once at Other Side Of Town. RIP
I have always loved John Prine I love everything he ever recorded especially Angel from Montgomery, Fish and Whistle, Please don’t bury me and That’s the way the world goes round
Happy Enchilada.
It a half an inch of water and you think your going drown.
John Prine, an American treasure for sure...my fave of his is Paradise.....
Thanks for checking out John Prine. This is one of his goofier ones, so don’t be thrown off by it. Dig into some of his other stuff. He was a one of a kind songwriter. The other side of town, Spanish pipedream, Far, far from me, are all great.
My grandmother introduced me to John Prine in 1981, I was 6. 25 years later I was taking my kids to see John Prine. He's helped me through some of the toughest times in my life!! I lost my only daughter to cancer 10 days after her 17th birthday. She wore her Fish and Whistle shirt with pride. John's music was my Escape! I cry everyday, I miss them so much.
You are going down a real deep well , when you take a dive into the genius of John Prine . Check out some tunes from his "Missing Years" album . Picture Show would be a great song to check out .
That's exactly the reaction John would have loved. Thanks bro. His stiff always makes me smile...
Both John Prine and iris DeMent, the lady singing with Prine are a gold mine of good songs. You gotta react to more of his stuff. Hers too.
I could listen to John Prine all day every day.
My brother and his wife use this as their wedding Song such a great song
Brother. Can't thank you enough for loving music and doing what you do. I love John Prine and will never get over him being taken from us last year. Thank you so much for forwarding his legacy as a songwriter. Best to you, sir!
One of my favorite song writers. No one else compares.
So very many songs to explore.
I recommend Angel from Montegomery, and Souvenirs.
😁✌
Truly... Prine's song "Summer's End" is solid gold. Can't explain it, just makes my heart break every time.
Jamal ,you've just opened up a plethora of his music to review! Never get tired of listening to his music ! 👍👏😎
John Prine was brilliant. The tunes are simple and clear but the lyrics are deep and earnest. And I'm not even a country music fan but I've been loving his music since the 1970's. Glad you picked up on him. You will find a treasure trove in his work.
The movie was "Daddy and Them" and was a pretty star studded cast with Billy Bob Thornton, Andy Griffith, Jim Varney,Laura Dern and of course John Prine. Check it out it's a little strange kinda like the song.
Cool flick. Last thing Varney did before he passed I think.
Loved the movie - Daddy and Them. Another quiet gem from the loveable man from Arkansas. Oh and John Prine is awful good too!💋
Cool I didn't think it came out. Thanks for info.
Bro, this one of my girls favorite artists, favorite songs, I lost her 3 years ago, when John Prine died I lost another piece of her, but it always makes me happy to hear him. Can’t wait to see this reaction, hittin play now.
“Ain’t got laid in a month of Sunday’s” is one of my favorite lyrics of all time, so fuckin funny!
When you see "that couple" and think WTF? This is their love song. It's not for us to judge, they are perfect to each other.
That’s a love song like you’ve never heard! JP IS THE SHIT! R.I.P.
That, my friends, is a song about true love. The first time I heard this song, it hit so close to home, I wasn't sure whether I should laugh or cry. It is real in today's world. It's about people that love each other for better or worse. Jamel, I hope that some day you and your wife are sittin' on a rainbow like this couple.
I love John’s sense of humor. My favorite Prine song is Day is Done. But his catalog is so big you can’t go wrong with anything he does. RIP John
Prine: When I Get To Heaven!
He kills me- such a writer, absolute artist. I don’t know why, maybe time wise, but Kris Kristofferson comes to mind as well. He wrote Bobby Mcgee
No. Although Prine wrote a ton of great songs, it was another great but under appreciated songwriter by the name of Kris Kristofferson who wrote Me and Bobby McGee
Take a look into Prine's 'Sam Stone' maybe the heaviest song ever written.
Yep..
Either that , or Hello In There. Stunning, heartbreaking, gorgeous.
He did a reaction to Sam Stone before this one!
Yes fantastic
You ain't lying
Jamel, John Prine was one of the best, if not the best satirical artist on planet earth. My heart cried when he passed. Saw him perform for the first time a few years b4 he left us......he was the real deal.
Johnny Nash - I Can See Clearly Now just passed at 80.
Jamel, so sorry for your loss.
Oh God, that brings back so many great memories. The rain is gone. All obstacles outta my way. Rip
I’ve never heard of this man. Where’s he’s been all my life? Here I go to that music vault again.
Lake Marie is one of my favorites of his
I LOVE John Prine. Miss him so much already! More Prine, please, please, please!! Far From Me would be fantastic!
Rest in Peace, John! The movie is called Daddy and Them. I haven't seen it yet and I'm looking forward to it. I'm sorry for you're loss. I just lost my Uncle Eddie today.
It is on Prime, I just googled it .. So thank you, I added it to my list to watch.
@@Proudmoms Your welcome!
That was John...humble self-deprecating humor...speaks volumes with the simplest of phrases. He just described the essence of a loving marriage ...they can't help loving each other ...in spite of themselves......rings so true.
John Prine's "Let's Talk Dirty In Hawaiian" The song says it all! Another one you might like is a cover John Goodman did "I'm My Own Grandpa"
I think you meant Steve Goodman, not John... :-)
@@jondhuse1549 I think you mean Tom Arnold in 'The Stupids'
Steve Goodman wrote it
@@jondhuse1549 Yes...I meant Steve. But I can see John Goodman singing it too!
After many years this is where we are. We have dedication to one another.. Don't mess with the old people. We have nothing to lose....
This song is definitely a classic. You had the same reaction my wife did when I first played this for her awhile back.😁
John Prine has been a member of my family since I was a small child. When my mom died we played this song at her service. It describes the relationship she had w/ my dad and it makes me cry every damn time I hear it. You can get into some of his other stuff that he wrote with John Goodman. Dear Abby is a good one (and another funny one you will LOVE!). His newest album is fantastic and "When I get to Heaven" is great. Keep up with the Prine. His writing will make you laugh and cry. He is poetry. Enjoy his music. Dig into that catalogue and you will find gold. Pure gold.
Great John Prine song to try next: Hello in There. .... and the movie In Spite of Ourselves was in is called Daddy and Them.
Brilliant brilliant song by a brilliant songwriter...RIP Mr. Prine
How about giving the song "Illegal smile" a listen...all of your 420 friends will love it
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Yes! This!!!
and all his ACID dropping fraands too!
Somewhere on TH-cam, there's a video of John and Kacey Musgraves singing that song after they played her song "Burn one with John Prine" which is a pretty great tune that anyone taking the time to read these comments should definitely check out.
Fun fact, that song isn't actually about weed. It's about his childlike wonder and finding humor in things that most people wouldn't. Although he once said "The stoners really liked it and gave me a lot of money, so I wasn't going to tell em!"
Brilliant song writer.. and a great performer right up to the end of his life. Had the joy of seeing him in concert last year.. he was amazing! RIP dear sir, and thanks for a great review.
The interplay in this one with Iris is so great!
Jamel: Would love to see your reaction to John Prine's "Hello in There." Many other great suggestions from listeners below. John was a treasure that never got the full recognition he deserved. A true Chicago guy.
This clip is how I lured my 81 yr old mom to TH-cam. Prine is a saint in our house.
My heart goes out to you and your family for the loss of your cousin. And here you are, trying to comfort us today.
😪💔🙏🏻
"Jesus, the missing years." is one of my favorites.
Charley bought some popcorn
Billy bought a car
Someone almost bought the farm
But they didn't go that far
Things shut down at midnight
At least around here they do
Cause we all reside down the block
Inside at, 23 Skidoo
Love the John Prine.
An American treasure no doubt.
R.I.P.
If you could do "Hello in There" from the same session. Beautiful, heartbreaking song about growing old.
Yes!
or Sam Stone
Love Lake Marie from this session as well
John Prine is a treasure and will be missed. Do yourself a big favor and listen to more of his music
The film is called “Daddy and Them”. I knew the song, but never saw the film. BTW I recommend artist in the same vain as John Prine, that would be John Hiatt. I love the entire album of “Crossing Muddy Waters” especially the title track.
You should go back and listen to all things John Prine, he is one of the greatest song writers ever. We lost an American treasure when he died. I was so angry that he survived cancer only to be taken out prematurely by Covid.
Yes. Truly devastating. Vote Blue
You need to react to Iris DeMent. A good start would be "Let The Mystery Be" or "Our Town."
Our Town is my favorite by her.
Those are great songs by Iris, but I recommend her most recent, and little known song, "How Long", also known as "Justice Rolls Like Water". Several live versions are on TH-cam, and she just released a studio version, saying it's in solidarity with BLM.
@@holistic_radical I have seen the video for the song and it would be another good choice.
@@RandyforRoyals Yes, thanks, I'd prefer a reaction to one of the live performances, so her amazing piano playing is obvious!
Yes yes! I agree!
The movie with John, Billy Bob and Andy Griffith was called Daddy and them. Thank you for playing this story teller legend. Saw him once with a dear friend. He introduced me to Johns music many year's ago. Unfortunately my friend passed a few month's after John. It has devastated me.
I saw John Prine live about 30 years ago. He put on a hell of a show.
My parents were married for sixty years and this was their very favorite John Prine song. In a sea of great options, this was the one.
John has an offbeat sense of humor in some of his songs. Give a listen to “Big Old Goofy World “, “Please Don’t Bury Me” and my favorite “ Let’s Talk Dirty in Hawiian
I am so Greatful my Uncle turned me on to him and got to see him live a few months before his passing. He was AMAZING
Yes, listening to John since his first album. "Illegal Smile" should get some views. Another songwriter is Townes Van Zandt!
The look on Jamels face is priceless, John Prine is my all time favorite writer.My last song will be WHEN I GO TO HEAVEN.
Jamal, John Prine is the funniest heartfelt writer EVER. Check out his song LAKE MARIE. Sorry for your loss. Check out the words in Bruised Orange 🍊. Prine is the Man, well, besides you !!
Yes. And Steve Goodman was good too in the genre. But JP is awesome.
I had the great honor of seeing John Prine live, and Billy Bob was there. Thank you.
This song is the freedom found when you don't write for the radio.
John Prine is an American treasure, one of the best songwriters that we have been blessed with. “Spanish Pipedream” is a great song.
Hahaha! I had the same reaction Jamel!! First time hearing this :)
Thank you for allowing the joy of music to live on your face.
I love John's work. I couldn't bring myself to listen to his recordings since he passed. Too painful. This is the first one and glad I did, because it's a new one for me. He was a national treasure, a song writer of the highest order. This is a particularly silly song for him, though he uses humor often. He has a way of getting down to the underlying human condition. The nitty gritty of life. He understands working people, the poor, the sadness that runs through so many lives. With John your either laughing or crying. Please listen to more of his music. My favorite is Angel from Montgomery, which Bonnie Raitt does the definitive version and Bonnie should be listened to for her own great talent (another giant). Other great songs are Dear Abby, When I Get To Heaven, Your Flag Decal Won't Get You Into Heaven , Hello In There, and don't forget Sam Stone with the line " There's a hole in Daddy's arm, where all the money goes" about Viet Vet with drug addiction and so many more. Iris Dement who shares the stage in this video is also a talented song writer in her own right.
I found you a few months ago and have thoroughly enjoyed your reactions. I am truly blown away that you have featured my all time favorite songwriter, the late, great John Prine! Thank you, Jamel for all the love and laughter!
You can’t beat John Prine. John is who people like Tom petty listened to. Tom even sings back up on a John prine song. John Was a mailman in Chicago before he became famous. I’m guessing it won’t be long till we hear some Todd Snider. He has a song ‘conservative Christian’ or something like that that you may want to give a listen.
I love to see your expressions. I have been listening to John since the 70's. He is an incredible storyteller!
Diamond in the Rough is probably one of the best albums ever made. It is fun, funny, and bittersweet too. Clocks and Spoons is one of my all time favorite songs. One of those painfully bittersweet songs about the mental health problems war vets face. I'd strongly suggest listening to that song, not as a reaction but just a human being empathetic of other people's pain. It's a beautiful, but painful song.
Still really happy you're doing this, J. We should all do our best to keep our eyes and ears open to new experiences and hope that commonality brings us closer together.