When your eyes lit up when he said Birmingham 😂😂 The story goes that they told the record label they needed $500 for the video. They used the $500 on weed and beer and shot the vid in the drummer’s backyard.
Once you start doing a variety of 70s music, you'll absolutely love it. I grew up in the 70s/80s and we had the best music & we also grew up listening to the great 60s music. Glad you're not limiting yourself to only heavy metal.
Thats how we rolled in the 70s, back yard BBQ Jam. Black betty is a few things here; It was an African-American RR labor chant to added rhythm to the work, as old as the 1800's... it is a reference to a civil war era gun -- a “musket” called a Black Betty ... it is said the "bam a lam" is a reference to how the musket sounds when fired. Its also a very very old reference to a bottle of whisky from the l820's (this came to this country from England possibly as far back as the 1700’s. In fact, an old term for being drunk is to have been "Kissing Black Betty" (kissing a bottle of liquor)... and of course, as you can hear in the song a beautiful black woman, the singer is smitten by her to the point where he can’t hold it in. Thanx much, Peace
Black Betty is actually a really old song ... the oldest recordings of this song go back to the 1930’s ... the song itself likely goes back into the 1800’s. There are a few versions of what “Black Betty” actually means ... it is a reference to a civil war era gun -- a “musket” called a Black Betty ... it is said the "bam a lam" is a reference to how the musket sounds when fired. “Black betty” is also a very very old reference to a bottle of whisky from the l820's (this came to this country from England possibly as far back as the 1700’s. In fact, an old term for being drunk is to have been "Kissing Black Betty" (kissing a bottle of liquor). Other references lost to the annals of time have been attributed to this song as well ... there is quite a bit in wikipedia on the song. The cadence and melody of the song may have started out in an English military march, pre-1900 ......... and of course, as you can hear in the song Black Betty is also a reference to a woman. The history of RamJam is a complicated one and the fact that they have only one big hit would seem to be because of the instability of the band, not a lack of talent. And not to muddy the water too much more, that video was of the group of guys that _became_ RamJam ... like I say; off in the weeds already. The earliest _recorded_ versions of the song appear to be from the 1920’s-1930’s. Like many roots music songs, Black Betty was also sung as an old african-american work song ... sang when working in the fields ... or when "dancing on the rails" as a "Gandy" (work straightening railroad tracks by hand). As far as those old, old versions of the song, you can still listen to some of these, and you can hear some of the lyrics from the Ram Jam version actually *in* those very old songs ... If you’d like to check them out .. Here are two recordings of the song from the 1930's, first is sung by Mose 'Clear Rock' Platt ... th-cam.com/video/BgvdA1MGCYo/w-d-xo.html .... and the second version from 1933 is sung by James Iron Head Baker ... th-cam.com/video/c4XFXJSQQOI/w-d-xo.html.
Ram Jam is a one hit wonder. The lead singer was the lead guitarist in a band in the 1960s called -the Lemon Pipers-which was another one hit wonder-their hit Green Tambourine was a #1 song in the US in 1968.
It was a cover, too. I don't think anyone knows who first wrote this since it's a Civil War song about the cannon fire, but there are recordings from the 1930s.
@MollyBoyTV Yo Molly Lad bro, you got to check out Silverchair song called Tomorrow (the official music video). You can also react to the live performance version
I just Posted the ALBUM Version for him. Hopefully, he'll see it SOON and React to it Also!!! I used to Own the Album, with the Astronauts, by the Ram-Head Pyramid on the Cover. (Sadly, THIS is the Only Song I Liked) Definitely a "One-Hit Wonder" band!
Geez finally somebody that knows something. Black Betty didn’t shoot straight but they sure appreciated having the weapon. Song has interesting history. Banned from playing on the radio because it was racist according to NAACP.
Black Betty was also a term for alcohol, and for prostitutes, all at different points throughout history. TMK each verse of the song is about a different 'Black Betty' that I believe got added over time, since this actually started as an old worker's song I think as far back as like the 1920s, but I'm not 100% sure about that.
Great reaction. It was, from the 70s. Another 70s treat, is a song called “ Hocus Pocus” The group is called “Focus”. It was on the midnight special. Introduced by Gladys Knight. That’s the best version. You will love it. It puts me in a good mood like this one does. 😁👍🏾
Molly me boy! You just got introduced it Southern Metal. And They rode it to the end! Now - I NEED some Scottish Metal - Thin Lizzy - Jailbreak or Whisky in The Jar. Or the Cover by Metallica of Whisky in the Jar! You should also tell us why you and your lady friend love Hip Hop and Rap the genres overlap since the 80’s You Still Rock Molly! Glad to see you genuinely having a good and great time!
It was so great to hear a younger person say that the music 🎶 🎵 back in the 70's,80's,and 90's was so much better then what we get today! So true. They don't make rock music like they once did that's why so many people listen to the older stuff compared to what they try to pass off as rock now with the exception of maybe Dirty Honey which you may want to check out. They remind me of the older rock. Loved your reaction to this song. Has always been a favorite of mine, just wish they would have come out with more hits. But Black Betty does rock!
I knew these guys in the 70s. I moved into a house with a musician, Howie, the bassist, he was leaving on tour with Ram Jam. Some of the band came to gigs. Drummer, Peter, was dreamy lol The guitarist on far right, Jimmy, was in another band and quit to go on tour with them.
Hey kid, here's a little background on the song. The original, started as a work song, sung by Black men in the early last century. The song, has ties to the great blues performer/songwriter, Lead Belly. Some claim that “Black Betty” was written by Lead Belly, though others claim that he adapted it from even earlier versions. Some say “Black Betty” refers to a woman, others claim it’s a nickname for any number of objects, including a bottle of whiskey, a whip, or even a prison transfer wagon. I used to listen to it when I was a "one-percenter" (outlaw biker) back in the 70s & early 80s.
The first verse (written about 200 years ago!) is about a musket, which at that time had serious defects: sometimes it did not ignite, the aiming was very inaccurate and the shooter was sometimes blinded by a lot of smoke. The second and third verses were written by the singer / lead guitarist (Bill Bartlett) and are about a very famous (white ^^) pinup girl in the 50s: Betty Paige. Betty paige was called "black Betty" because of her extremely shimmering, raven-black hair and was the inspiration for these two verses ^^ (statement by the then 78-year-old Bill Bartlett himself in a telephone interview - also to be found here on YT...).
Of course the video is a must because, well... We've all seen it and it's too cool and fun not to watch. Yet, the studio album version of the song has a much longer guitar solo that is definitely worth a listen so you should check that one out too in your spare time :D
This is currently a popular song with reactors right now...and for good reason! Amazing song, great reaction brotha! Keep up the great work! I love the diversity on your channel. Looking forward to your Billy Idol reactions once you get them up.
It's always been a gem of a tune... And the video always reminds me of just hanging with friends, grilling burgers and drinking beer and having a fun Saturday! Good times... Rock on brother.. 🤟
Been looking forward to this one!!! Black Betty is one of them songs, that's never long enough... We need more time to enjoy the song... so lets play it again May I recommend " Peter Frampton Do You Feel Like We Do Midnight Special 1975 FULL" Hope I can get some support on this one!!! It will blow your mind!!!
" Do You Feel Like We Do " is one of them songs that is long enough. Hello MollyBoyTV, if you are interested in another song near this era but just prior try this video: TH-cam video: GRAND FUNK RAILROAD - Inside Looking Out 1969
I'm such a fan now. Been binge watching. You make me proud to be a kid of the 70s. I love your reactions so much. It's like a whole new world is opening up for you..
Hell no one has seen or heard of them since this song. They rocked it big time. I heard in a interview that their manager gave them 500 dollars to go make a video. They went and bought 450 dollars in alcohol and the other 50 dollars produced this in their wonderful back yard. It literally is one of the band members back yard !! 💯🔊🤘🏼💀🤘🏼🔊💯 That’s pretty awesome to me. The song blew up, it was a major hit.🤘🏼
This kind of video can never be made again. It's enjoyable every single time even after watching it hundreds of times. Especially the dude in the tank ... that is one happy dude.
This is music from my time! i was a teenager in the mid to late '70's. We all knew this song. This was the era when money was limited, but smoking grass really wasn't! I didn't smoke weed, and neither did any of my friends. It simply wasn't "common" back then...EXCEPT for bands like this! Good song!
First recording of this song was in the 1930’s by James ‘Iron Head’ Baker, a traditional folk singer back in the day. Was imprisoned in a prison farm where this music was first recorded and archived for many years.
The gong guy is wearing a Misses jacket I owned back then. The exact same one I purchased from French Novelty boutique. He must've borrowed it from his girlfriend for the video!
This is an awesome song and I actually have a playlist with all the reaction videos therein, but I have been waiting for yours! And here it is. Btw please don't cut yourself off from '70s music. '60s '70s and '80s the best decades and if you cut yourself off you're going to be missing a lot of fantastic music and a lot of really great music came out of the '70s and '80s particular but also the '60s don't want to leave them out. Loved your reaction! ❤️
LOVED your reaction. can't believe still people reacting who've never heard.... great job... love your appreciation for the just total organci feel of the piece
It's so awesome to see the young generation transform into an old soul. You are absolutely 💯 correct, music today is not the done like this. If you want to hear a new sound: Jethro Tull- Locomotive Breath LIVE (1982, Rockpop Concert)
You've been enjoying some great classic southern rock. Ram Jam, Eagles, Lynard Skynard... all southern rock. I love watching how excited you get and how you'll just rock out. Keep 'em comin!
I have heard this song one million times lol. I usually skip the reactions. However an average person needs to hear this atleast 100 times and I wanted to be here for your 1st time. So excited for you to do this type of classic rock! You are correct about it being a crying shame that music isn’t like that anymore. Great reaction!
I'm 58, and it quite literally makes me weep with joy when people find the music of my childhood. It's channels like yours that keep the music of the past alive. Keep it going kidda
Woo-Hoo! Now that's Rock 'N' Roll, awesome musicians, what we used to call 'TIGHT' back in the olden days 😁. This song is number one on my "Feel-Good Playlist." I can never hear it without smiling...
I loved your reaction. At 85 yearsof age, I grew up with ALL of this music - I love it - and I still love it! Yes, how cool is Ram Jam and their Black Betty. By now you must know by noiw that Black Betty is in reference to an "Old time" Rifle. I think this song goes WAY back to the 20's and 30's - even older than I, and I'm God Damned ancient. :-) I just subscribed to your channel - I love the way you roll. Peace Bro.
Black Betty has been rerecorded by a few different bands but Ram Jam gave it life. If you like this type of music might I suggest Boston (More than a feeling), Styx (Blue collar man), Queen (1985 Live Aid performance) & Led Zeppelin (Kashmir). I was very lucky to catch Stevie Ray Vaughan and Joe Cocker together. Joe Cocker is another one that gets overlooked in reviews and should get more love. Joe Cocker (With a little help from my friends).
When your eyes lit up when he said Birmingham 😂😂
The story goes that they told the record label they needed $500 for the video. They used the $500 on weed and beer and shot the vid in the drummer’s backyard.
Heard it was $400.00.
Yeah, the UK version of Birmingham is better than ours.........
@@OneThousandHomoDJs the UK Birmingham's council went bankrupt lol. its a shithole over here as well
Yep that’s the story I heard
@@OneThousandHomoDJsis it?
Once you start doing a variety of 70s music, you'll absolutely love it. I grew up in the 70s/80s and we had the best music & we also grew up listening to the great 60s music. Glad you're not limiting yourself to only heavy metal.
Ram Jam was given a few hundred bucks and told to make a video. They bought weed and beer and filmed it in the backyard. Legends.
It was $500
@@jezaspinall2051🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Absolutely legendary
@@jezaspinall2051And they spent it all on beer for everybody involved in the video.
@@jezaspinall2051 Which is about $2,500 in today's dollars.
One hit wonder. Staple of classic rock and pure rock radio.
It's very pleasing to see the young generation enjoy this art.
Thats how we rolled in the 70s, back yard BBQ Jam. Black betty is a few things here; It was an African-American RR labor chant to added rhythm to the work, as old as the 1800's... it is a reference to a civil war era gun -- a “musket” called a Black Betty ... it is said the "bam a lam" is a reference to how the musket sounds when fired. Its also a very very old reference to a bottle of whisky from the l820's (this came to this country from England possibly as far back as the 1700’s. In fact, an old term for being drunk is to have been "Kissing Black Betty" (kissing a bottle of liquor)... and of course, as you can hear in the song a beautiful black woman, the singer is smitten by her to the point where he can’t hold it in. Thanx much, Peace
And the bikes just parked up, you could almost smell the weed in the air!! Great times.
@@TheChromeRonin Agree 100%✌🏼✌🏼
Well said... Nice summary.
@@m.gideonhoyle409 ✌🏼✌🏼
Bill Bartlett himself said it was a song about Bettie Page in a 2020 interview.
Black Betty is actually a really old song ... the oldest recordings of this song go back to the 1930’s ... the song itself likely goes back into the 1800’s.
There are a few versions of what “Black Betty” actually means ... it is a reference to a civil war era gun -- a “musket” called a Black Betty ... it is said the "bam a lam" is a reference to how the musket sounds when fired. “Black betty” is also a very very old reference to a bottle of whisky from the l820's (this came to this country from England possibly as far back as the 1700’s. In fact, an old term for being drunk is to have been "Kissing Black Betty" (kissing a bottle of liquor). Other references lost to the annals of time have been attributed to this song as well ... there is quite a bit in wikipedia on the song. The cadence and melody of the song may have started out in an English military march, pre-1900 ......... and of course, as you can hear in the song Black Betty is also a reference to a woman.
The history of RamJam is a complicated one and the fact that they have only one big hit would seem to be because of the instability of the band, not a lack of talent. And not to muddy the water too much more, that video was of the group of guys that _became_ RamJam ... like I say; off in the weeds already.
The earliest _recorded_ versions of the song appear to be from the 1920’s-1930’s. Like many roots music songs, Black Betty was also sung as an old african-american work song ... sang when working in the fields ... or when "dancing on the rails" as a "Gandy" (work straightening railroad tracks by hand).
As far as those old, old versions of the song, you can still listen to some of these, and you can hear some of the lyrics from the Ram Jam version actually *in* those very old songs ... If you’d like to check them out .. Here are two recordings of the song from the 1930's, first is sung by Mose 'Clear Rock' Platt ... th-cam.com/video/BgvdA1MGCYo/w-d-xo.html ....
and the second version from 1933 is sung by James Iron Head Baker ... th-cam.com/video/c4XFXJSQQOI/w-d-xo.html.
In addition to the musket version; _Black Betty had a child_ was the successor which didn't shoot straight, hence _Damn thing gone wild._
Fantastic info., thanks!
Thanks for this!
I salute u sir for your information and passion ❤❤❤
Very informative. Thank you !
I have listened to this song for 50 years,,,, still good
The 70's was the song writers decade...so much variety and so much skill too. The best decade for music ever.
1975 for Ram jam. There's an English band called Led Zeppelin that's pretty good. The people my age are going to laugh at me saying that.
Pretty good?? Fkn legendary, you mean! But Pink Floyd's better.
Hehehe.
Ram Jam is a one hit wonder. The lead singer was the lead guitarist in a band in the 1960s called -the Lemon Pipers-which was another one hit wonder-their hit Green Tambourine was a #1 song in the US in 1968.
Green Tambourine was my first favourite song. I was 4. I still love it.
It was a cover, too. I don't think anyone knows who first wrote this since it's a Civil War song about the cannon fire, but there are recordings from the 1930s.
Wtf i didnt realize that 😂
I did not know that. Thank you. 😊
1st time I saw you sing along. Check Eagles 7 bridges road live.
Man MollyBoy you are in for a wild ride …… the 70’s - 80’s -90’s ……..
crazy how much there is for you to discover 😎
The studio version has a much longer guitar solo. Absolutely worth a listen.
Mountain - Mississippi Queen🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Hell yes
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RIP and live forever, Leslie West!
YES!!!
My advice is not to listen to a live version. Studi is better.
when i was a kid, we didn't have "rewind", we had to wait for it to come around again on the radio.
Atleast we got it now.
It really had it's charm. A song blew your mind en you would have to wait until it did again.... And if i did it was even better ^^
which is we we used cassettes. lol
AW, MAN! This is the edited version. The unedited one has a guitar solo that is much longer
I got this straight from their TH-cam channel, didn’t realise it was short
I tried to warn him to do the audio version when I saw this was leading the vote. He must not have seen it.
th-cam.com/video/4cn_woPvjQI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=-z2Jhx8GdZ_f1g3H
@MollyBoyTV Yo Molly Lad bro, you got to check out Silverchair song called Tomorrow (the official music video). You can also react to the live performance version
I just Posted the ALBUM Version for him. Hopefully, he'll see it SOON and React to it Also!!! I used to Own the Album, with the Astronauts, by the Ram-Head Pyramid on the Cover. (Sadly, THIS is the Only Song I Liked) Definitely a "One-Hit Wonder" band!
This song, and thunderstruck, is played at literally every single sporting event in the US.
Don't forget Welcome to the Jungle and Crazy Train too...
That's funny because I just commented how the two guitars go so well together, like Malcolm and Angus 😮
I think black Betty is the gun, and child gone wild is the bullet.
The child is a handgun and makes you blind because it is to backfire into your eyes 👀
Child gone wild is the brown betty which fired wild.
Geez finally somebody that knows something. Black Betty didn’t shoot straight but they sure appreciated having the weapon. Song has interesting history. Banned from playing on the radio because it was racist according to NAACP.
Black Betty was also a term for alcohol, and for prostitutes, all at different points throughout history. TMK each verse of the song is about a different 'Black Betty' that I believe got added over time, since this actually started as an old worker's song I think as far back as like the 1920s, but I'm not 100% sure about that.
@@lauraallen55 Brown Bess, Black Betty's child.
This song never gets old. Love it.
One of the shortest, but also, one of the greatest songs to pump you up, that you’ll ever hear. Enjoy, young man!
Im 60 and we had the absolute best damn music ever 😊
I'm 72 and WE had the best music.
And the best parties . Just a great cultural time we grew in. That's why, imo, we are the coolest generation! 😆❤️✌️
@@ladyca8366I think that your music is part of our music. At least it is for me. I'm almost 60. ❤️✌️
I will be 60 on Pearl Harbor Day.
@@TinaAWall-xc6cz, my sister was born that day but she's 68.
I literally LOL watching you react and enjoy this phenomenal performance. It’s the 70’s baby!
Great reaction. It was, from the 70s. Another 70s treat, is a song called “ Hocus Pocus” The group is called “Focus”. It was on the midnight special. Introduced by Gladys Knight. That’s the best version. You will love it. It puts me in a good mood like this one does. 😁👍🏾
I concur with Focus!
Molly Boy, Oh you have to watch that band on Midnight Special.
This video was recorded in one of the guys backyard. Great video, great song!
Ive even seen a rumor that their budget was a bag of weed, but who knows
Molly me boy! You just got introduced it Southern Metal. And They rode it to the end!
Now - I NEED some Scottish Metal - Thin Lizzy - Jailbreak or Whisky in The Jar. Or the Cover by Metallica of Whisky in the Jar!
You should also tell us why you and your lady friend love Hip Hop and Rap the genres overlap since the 80’s
You Still Rock Molly! Glad to see you genuinely having a good and great time!
It was so great to hear a younger person say that the music 🎶 🎵 back in the 70's,80's,and 90's was so much better then what we get today! So true. They don't make rock music like they once did that's why so many people listen to the older stuff compared to what they try to pass off as rock now with the exception of maybe Dirty Honey which you may want to check out. They remind me of the older rock. Loved your reaction to this song. Has always been a favorite of mine, just wish they would have come out with more hits. But Black Betty does rock!
Thank you for doing Black Betty! I loved seeing your reaction!
Iconic song.
It's really interesting how younger generations react to Classic Rock or older music in general.
Nice Mate.
I knew these guys in the 70s. I moved into a house with a musician, Howie, the bassist, he was leaving on tour with Ram Jam. Some of the band came to gigs. Drummer, Peter, was dreamy lol The guitarist on far right, Jimmy, was in another band and quit to go on tour with them.
YES!!!! I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS SONG!!! I'm 55 years old, and this is one of my go-to favorite songs!! It has to be on all of my play lists!!
MTV didn't happen until 1980 or so and this was pre MTV. I am amazed they even recorded this on video.
Hey kid, here's a little background on the song. The original, started as a work song, sung by Black men in the early last century. The song, has ties to the great blues performer/songwriter, Lead Belly. Some claim that “Black Betty” was written by Lead Belly, though others claim that he adapted it from even earlier versions. Some say “Black Betty” refers to a woman, others claim it’s a nickname for any number of objects, including a bottle of whiskey, a whip, or even a prison transfer wagon. I used to listen to it when I was a "one-percenter" (outlaw biker) back in the 70s & early 80s.
If ever a one hit wonder deserved to be in the rock ‘n’ roll Hall of fame this is it. BTW, there is a long version. This was the a.m. radio version.
This was back in the 70’s, I literally wore this tune out BAM BA LAM😂
Awesome reaction! This song is just fun! Happy to see you appreciating older music. It just rocked!
I really enjoy watching your reactions! When it comes to music, you just "get it!" Well done.
I hurried here to see that literal first reaction. 😂😂 Did not disappoint.
I can tell you are enjoying this one. This band was super tight. Great one
Im 74 year old woman. I STILL love this song!
87 year old lady and still love them
This song was HUGE when it came out.🤘😎
The first verse (written about 200 years ago!) is about a musket, which at that time had serious defects: sometimes it did not ignite, the aiming was very inaccurate and the shooter was sometimes blinded by a lot of smoke.
The second and third verses were written by the singer / lead guitarist (Bill Bartlett) and are about a very famous (white ^^) pinup girl in the 50s: Betty Paige. Betty paige was called "black Betty" because of her extremely shimmering, raven-black hair and was the inspiration for these two verses ^^ (statement by the then 78-year-old Bill Bartlett himself in a telephone interview - also to be found here on YT...).
60's and 70's absolutely the best eras of music, and it's not even close!
90’s blows that outta the water 💦
I personally think that we had it best from the 1400s to 2024 ngl so many hits from that time period
Nah, 70's and 80's for me. 60's music was kinda cheesy.
Did you live thru all the eras? @@nickkleiber8636
Facts
Of course the video is a must because, well... We've all seen it and it's too cool and fun not to watch. Yet, the studio album version of the song has a much longer guitar solo that is definitely worth a listen so you should check that one out too in your spare time :D
I’ve been to soooo many backyard parties…a band, your friends, weed & drink…that’s all we needed!!!
This is about a few things but One is, that the soldiers called their muskets Black Betty. Worth doing some research but GREAT SONG!
Black Betty was about a Black woman shaking her thang.
I’m 71 and I LOVE Black Betty, I never get tired of it, what a fantastic piece of rock music, and outside and live!!👍👍👍👍
This is currently a popular song with reactors right now...and for good reason! Amazing song, great reaction brotha! Keep up the great work! I love the diversity on your channel. Looking forward to your Billy Idol reactions once you get them up.
This is exactly how we partied in the 70s….house parties, a band, smokes, drinks…etc… ❤❤❤❤ best. Era. Right after the greatb60s.
It’s how we partied in the 90s too, but add fields and public River accesses to the list of locations 😂
It's always been a gem of a tune... And the video always reminds me of just hanging with friends, grilling burgers and drinking beer and having a fun Saturday! Good times... Rock on brother.. 🤟
Glad u picked it up mate...☘️
From my generation...the greatest generation. NO music today comes close. One hit wonder.
Now,mate; you're crossing into the late 70's early 80's rock!! So much to cover!!! LETS GO!!!!!
Been looking forward to this one!!! Black Betty is one of them songs, that's never long enough... We need more time to enjoy the song... so lets play it again
May I recommend " Peter Frampton Do You Feel Like We Do Midnight Special 1975 FULL" Hope I can get some support on this one!!! It will blow your mind!!!
" Do You Feel Like We Do " is one of them songs that is long enough.
Hello MollyBoyTV, if you are interested in another song near this era but just prior try this video: TH-cam video:
GRAND FUNK RAILROAD - Inside Looking Out 1969
Mollyboy, you are born to run a reaction channel. I love you
I HAD THIS ALBUM WHEN I WAS YOUNGER. YESSS, 1970'S. I'M OLD, I LOVE MUSIC!! AWESOME REACTION MOLLYBOY 💙!! 😊🩷🤘✌️
I'm such a fan now. Been binge watching. You make me proud to be a kid of the 70s.
I love your reactions so much. It's like a whole new world is opening up for you..
Now, that's just a fun song!!! We played it at all the bonfires and backyard BBQ parties!
I was in high school when this song was released. Rock N Roll! Glad you like it.
Black Betty is so great! ONE HIT WONDER, SUCH A SHAME ,LOVED IT! Thanks for Jammin it😂Love your reactions and channel ❤ You ROCK ALWAYS 💯🤘✌️
Hell no one has seen or heard of them since this song. They rocked it big time. I heard in a interview that their manager gave them 500 dollars to go make a video. They went and bought 450 dollars in alcohol and the other 50 dollars produced this in their wonderful back yard. It literally is one of the band members back yard !!
💯🔊🤘🏼💀🤘🏼🔊💯
That’s pretty awesome to me. The song blew up, it was a major hit.🤘🏼
When I was a teen in the 70's, we often had field parties and sometimes there would be live bands playing. Good times.
I'm FROM the 70's and enjoyed your reaction - very sincere, very authentic. THNX!
"Black Betty had a child, bam a lam, damn thing gone wild, bam a lam"
This kind of video can never be made again. It's enjoyable every single time even after watching it hundreds of times. Especially the dude in the tank ... that is one happy dude.
This is music from my time! i was a teenager in the mid to late '70's. We all knew this song. This was the era when money was limited, but smoking grass really wasn't! I didn't smoke weed, and neither did any of my friends. It simply wasn't "common" back then...EXCEPT for bands like this! Good song!
Oh man this was a staple at dance and parties out in the country in NB, Canada in the mid 90s.
If no one has mentioned, there's an extended version with a longer guitar/drum collaboration I think you would seriously enjoy
First recording of this song was in the 1930’s by James ‘Iron Head’ Baker, a traditional folk singer back in the day. Was imprisoned in a prison farm where this music was first recorded and archived for many years.
What a crazy song, I love it!
The gong guy is wearing a Misses jacket I owned back then. The exact same one I purchased from French Novelty boutique. He must've borrowed it from his girlfriend for the video!
This is an awesome song and I actually have a playlist with all the reaction videos therein, but I have been waiting for yours! And here it is. Btw please don't cut yourself off from '70s music. '60s '70s and '80s the best decades and if you cut yourself off you're going to be missing a lot of fantastic music and a lot of really great music came out of the '70s and '80s particular but also the '60s don't want to leave them out. Loved your reaction! ❤️
So glad I found this channel...you are a great reactor to watch. Good job man!
LOVED your reaction. can't believe still people reacting who've never heard.... great job... love your appreciation for the just total organci feel of the piece
It's so awesome to see the young generation transform into an old soul. You are absolutely 💯 correct, music today is not the done like this.
If you want to hear a new sound:
Jethro Tull- Locomotive Breath LIVE (1982, Rockpop Concert)
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You've been enjoying some great classic southern rock. Ram Jam, Eagles, Lynard Skynard... all southern rock. I love watching how excited you get and how you'll just rock out. Keep 'em comin!
Definitely 70's. We had the best decade in .music. I'm 70 now. Make you look differently at us oldies now?
No shit...im 70...we had the BEST !!
My Guy....I love the fact that you reacted to Ram Jam....I LOVE IT....Thanks!!!!!!
Keep in mind that back in those days there was no autotune for other methods of 'improving' music. What you hear is real.
Absolutely SPOT ON!
I have heard this song one million times lol. I usually skip the reactions. However an average person needs to hear this atleast 100 times and I wanted to be here for your 1st time. So excited for you to do this type of classic rock! You are correct about it being a crying shame that music isn’t like that anymore. Great reaction!
Grand Funk Railroad…Must be LIVE….OUTSIDE LOOKING IN…7 million views…CLASSIC!
G'Damn MollyBoy, thanks for the banger track!!! The best 2 minute song to ever exist. Keep up the great songs dude.
Lol I was going to suggest this soon it's a banger. Not metal but damn good fun song
Yep, 70's. BEST decade of music EVER!! And Ram Jam's music is part of the genre' of what's called "Southern Rock".
Great reaction. Their time changes were incredible. 🤠🤘🔥🤘
Your expressive face! We hardly needed words. Loved your reaction.
I'm 58, and it quite literally makes me weep with joy when people find the music of my childhood. It's channels like yours that keep the music of the past alive. Keep it going kidda
Ram Jam was a short-lived American rock band formed in New York City and active in 1977 and 1978, mainly known for their hit single "Black Betty".
dude! LOVE the dip back into Classic Rock and Roll!!! so many great genres...
Woo-Hoo! Now that's Rock 'N' Roll, awesome musicians, what we used to call 'TIGHT' back in the olden days 😁. This song is number one on my "Feel-Good Playlist." I can never hear it without smiling...
Everyone thinks his guitar is a Gold Top. It isn't. He stripped the finish off and we're looking at the natural wood.
Hockey players LOVE warming up to this song. It’s so upbeat that your reaction is perfect! We had pretty good music, back in the day.
"Black Betty" is a good introduction to the genre of Southern Rock.
I loved your reaction. At 85 yearsof age, I grew up with ALL of this music - I love it - and I still love it! Yes, how cool is Ram Jam and their Black Betty. By now you must know by noiw that Black Betty is in reference to an "Old time" Rifle. I think this song goes WAY back to the 20's and 30's - even older than I, and I'm God Damned ancient. :-) I just subscribed to your channel - I love the way you roll. Peace Bro.
5:06 The music back then WAS so much better!!!! Fact
Black Betty has been rerecorded by a few different bands but Ram Jam gave it life. If you like this type of music might I suggest Boston (More than a feeling), Styx (Blue collar man), Queen (1985 Live Aid performance) & Led Zeppelin (Kashmir). I was very lucky to catch Stevie Ray Vaughan and Joe Cocker together. Joe Cocker is another one that gets overlooked in reviews and should get more love. Joe Cocker (With a little help from my friends).
well friend this is probably the most played hick wedding song ever .. the video is solid gold!! ❤💯🔥
George thorogood and the destroyers - One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer
Zz top - la grange
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Thank you England for mollyboy! Lol 😂
Love the way the two guitars play off each other. Like Angus and Malcolm.
Outstanding drummer.
EPIC!!!
Love how these old tunes affect you... keep up the good work and tunes!