I’m 64 and have been listening to John since before they let him use his real name…😂🏆 Key West Intermezzo was playing in the delivery room when both of my daughters were born, one in Bloomington, Indiana in 1993 and the other one in Charlottesville, Virginia at the UVA hospital in 1996. 3 years and 600 miles apart and it was the first music that they both heard. It’s one of my favorites now for that very reason…I Saw You First !! ❤
Yes. '59. I was there and even had the hair. Seems like a few years ago. I like his I need a lover, a little better. Did you ever hear Debora Harry's, "Sweet and Low"? WHO didn't like Blondie??? She really got screwed with that one; nobody has hear it.
@@Brenda-ef9tlI’m 42 and I remember where I was the first time I heard it…it was about 2 hours ago, at the whole foods in Covington, La. I had never heard it before, but as it played the entire vibe of the store changed. I saw all ages all colors listening, enjoying it. It’s sad how bad music is these days and how much better it could be.
I'm also 56, but I don't miss the 80s anymore. When I was in my 30s & early 40s, yes my eyes used to fill with tears😢👁👁for the 80s, but I've had much better times since then, married & raising my daughters. 80s are now so long ago I can't place myself in those days anymore.😲👀
Me, too. I adore this song. I used to break format and play this at night on classic rock radio. Never got fired, or caught; not for THIS, anyway! The listeners loved it. So do I.
He did get to sing this song at that year's Grammy's though --- back then, it was a really big thing to do for a new artist --- before it became political! And I'll never forget it, because I prefer Soul/R&B and but I did say, "This white boy can sing, and he's got some soul too!" Didn't know at the time that he wrote all his own stuff too! #datboybad Thank me later --- here you go: th-cam.com/video/9CHvDPRWgJ4/w-d-xo.html
What a great homage to our horny teenager years. JMC has a way with words and nostalgia in his songs that is so sweet and innocent. Makes you long for those days again when you listen to his music. This has always been my favorite song by him. Idk why it never was popular or mainstream. This hits so much more for me than Jack and Diane.
This is the only song I liked by him. Unlike his other songs it has a lot of heartfelt emotion to it. Hall and Oates "Wait For Me" is another one like that.
I remember this song . My girlfriend and i would drive all night around town and country side in a 1977 Plymouth cordobra black with red velour interior . Her me hangout all nght . Play this song.
I think this is John's best song, but almost nobody seems to know it! Guess it's one of the few that doesn't get played on classic rock radio stations.
mary carter I'm not knucklehead02, but I'm guessing he might feel that way just because some of JCM's hit songs are played a lot (i.e, Small Town, Jack and Diane) and might've lost some of their charm? I like almost all his music myself, Hurts So Good is still my fave.
Great song! Brings back our younger years. At nearly 50, I’m still listening to and loving Johns Mellancamps 80s music. The good old days of falling in and out of love.
Was at my Dr's office was headed back for blood work and this song came on their system. I immediately got chills and I made the poor tech wait till I could remember who it was (I'm 67). As soon as I left thew office I pulled it up and have been playing it since I left. My late husband bought me all his albums/cd's when he found out how much I love his music. Now it's time to go onto pandora. Who would have ever thought 80's music would become office background music? So grateful for the reminder.
Beautiful story. I am 66 seem to be 67 and John Mellencamp melts my heart. He is such an incredible singer and his voice is his instrument. Help said he's such an activist and artist in general. Absolutely love him. Thanks for sharing
This song makes me want to be a teenager in the 80’s, sitting in a Firebird in a field, on a first date with your best friend. You both knew you’ve liked each other since the beginning of your friendship, but this song will give you the courage to make that next move.
Oh no I'm sure Mark was great but those powder/baby blue Camaros are a culmination of everything that was wrong with the 70's and 80's! Well it might not be quite that bad ,but...
Probably in my top 5 Mellencamp songs..Reminds me of teenage years when everything is new and sweet and your first dance to your first kiss and first love is so much bigger than anything you seem to be doing 30 years later.Great sentimental feel to this..Sam Cooks playing on the radio..luv this song
Hey, I'm from Philadelphia and I've always thought of John Cougar Mellencamp as the Midwest Springsteen, lol.... nice to see someone else thinks it too 👌😉
I love this song!! And, you don't hear it much..I say that alot..it just reminds of..a lazy Sunday afternoon..& a Sunday family dinner..or sitting on the porch..know, it has nothing to do with the song. Just the mellow (ness) of it..soft flow..music 🎶 I'm 47 years old 🎤 -it's a feel good song..
I'm a huge Mellencamp fan! I remember this song well!!! Spring 1981 - this was the first hit song I heard from him. Still love this song after all these years!
This is my favourite of his. Possibly his first hit? The first time I heard of John Cougar, he got up on stage at the American Music Awards and performed this. Knocked everybody on their ass, including me.
It's my favorite song. In the early 2 thousand's I played a gig in a lowell Michigan bar by the river were the lowell show boat was, and a young guy possibly not even born when this song came out thanked me for playing it. He told me it's his favorite song to. I even do the sax solo note for note on guitar. I love this song.
Wow, John Mellencamp was really young here! I had to look very close to recognize him. My memory of his face was a few years later. Great song! Good memories.
A song of teenage innocence. Brings back memories...early 80's parking on some back woods country road. Hearts racing, mind is swirling and...well you know the rest.
Best song of his. Love the reference to James Brown and the Famous Flames in the video. I saw Mellencamp once and he did a real-life split. I couldn't believe it. He had to be about 40 at the time.
Lord, I believe I was a Sophomore in high school when this came out. I had finally overcome my fear of girls, and we were cruising down-town. I had my sweetie with me and the night just disappeared way too fast! I went quiet when this song came on the radio and she asked me what the matter was. I said listen to the song... He's singing exactly how I feel right now. Man, the memories that get tied to a song...
I was also a sophomore. I saw JM perform this on American Bandstand, fell in love with it & immediately went & bought the 8 track. My group of friends I ran with hated it but within a week loved it & we were cruising with the windows down & my 8 track cranked! I have been a fan since that first day!
@Greg Hubbard He clearly states that jcm is still with us. He's just saying that we should appreciate them while they're here because like Tom we'll all be gone relatively soon. Perhaps you should check into a rehab with inference and possibly even anger management classes! With their help and if you are willing to dedicate yourself to the curriculum you can possibly still learn to read , comprehend and retain the required information to be able to talk to the grown ups....
He grew up in Small town USA!! He made it to the Big time!! He’s always been an inspiration and still is! He’s still in touch with his Fans and friends!! He didn’t fall into the seedy side of Fame!! Love him!!
I’m 63 and still listening to his music. Love his voice.
60 yr old here and still listening. It doesn't get any better than Mellencamp, Segar, Fleetwood Mac, Ann and Nancy Wilson, Nicks.....too many to list
I’m 64 and have been listening to John since before they let him use his real name…😂🏆 Key West Intermezzo was playing in the delivery room when both of my daughters were born, one in Bloomington, Indiana in 1993 and the other one in Charlottesville, Virginia at the UVA hospital in 1996. 3 years and 600 miles apart and it was the first music that they both heard. It’s one of my favorites now for that very reason…I Saw You First !! ❤
I'm 58 and my first boyfriend at 16 introduced me to this cassette tape. I then bought the vinyl, then the cd. After 42 years I still love it!
100%
Now you find yourself in 82'- Asia heat of the moment. That line grabs me every time . We're the same age that's when we We're 16.
@@PeTer-i2g8x1980
His best song ever!
I'm 58 too and I had all his albums
Anyone else ever wish we could go back to the 80’s?
Even better, the 70's. What a time to be alive!
Yep, all the time!
70's 80s best times n life 4 music
The 70’s would be better.😉💪👍🤣🎸
HELL YEAH We Had The BEST 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
One of those songs that you just love from first note.
Great Instruments❤
Absolutely!
💯
This is Tuffy ledford
Hey anybody else 50 and just realize how much this artist was a part of our lives growing up
He was truly my favorite artist.
Absolutely he is part of the soundtrack of my life, since the first time I heard "I need a lover".
I'm 29 but yea I do
yes he was
I'm 62 and yes John was a huge part of growing up.
Still love his music
Love John I am 65 yrs old when I listen to him I feel 20 yrs old again !! ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Yes. '59. I was there and even had the hair. Seems like a few years ago. I like his I need a lover, a little better. Did you ever hear Debora Harry's, "Sweet and Low"? WHO didn't like Blondie??? She really got screwed with that one; nobody has hear it.
@@rockshot100John Mellencamp
I'm 62 and I remember exactly where I was the first time I heard it. Loved it every since. John is awesome. ❤
@@Brenda-ef9tlI’m 42 and I remember where I was the first time I heard it…it was about 2 hours ago, at the whole foods in Covington, La. I had never heard it before, but as it played the entire vibe of the store changed. I saw all ages all colors listening, enjoying it. It’s sad how bad music is these days and how much better it could be.
I'm 65 also love his music
That James Brown homage is timeless! This guy doesn’t have a bad song. Absolute Genius.
1980
Hay be careful with that faint praise. Ya usedta havta gotta permit
@@gregutrecht5401 at least he didn't say.... "underrated"
I'm here Dec 2024❤
Me too 😊
His best song - Hands down!
Agreed !!!
You’re right
2024 here. 56 and still loving the 80’s !!!! Best years ever. Cassette tapes, cruising and “ain’t even done with the night” ♥️🌟
I'm also 56, but I don't miss the 80s anymore. When I was in my 30s & early 40s, yes my eyes used to fill with tears😢👁👁for the 80s, but I've had much better times since then, married & raising my daughters. 80s are now so long ago I can't place myself in those days anymore.😲👀
My dad passed away we used to jam to this song and hang out for holidays! It brought me here! I miss u dad
Was just thinking how nice it would be to go out to the garage and dance with my Dad again.
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶
@@KathrynCurtiss🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡
I feel you!!! Keep your head up and moving forward! Your dad would've wanted that!!!
I'm 61, and back for more in 2024. Love the coug...
I'm listening, 68 years old, it's 0829/24! Love it and all of the beautiful memories it brings to mind.....
Summer nights in the early 80s as a teenage boy. Fell in love a dozen times…lol. This song takes me back.
Same here man .
I'm pushing 60, and I still fall in love a dozen times a week.
Me too. Fumbling around with my girl in the back of a Buick
Me too! I remember getting my cock sucked to this song.
Lol. So true
Simpler times and better songs.
Brilliant song.. one of John’s best 💯
yes
Can't believe this never made it to #1. It's one of my all time favorites!
There are songs that don't need to be on a list to be No 1. I'ts a hit for us.
Me, too. I adore this song. I used to break format and play this at night on classic rock radio. Never got fired, or caught; not for THIS, anyway! The listeners loved it. So do I.
I ❤️ love this song 🎵. I love John Mellencamp!!! He was the boy that could've made it all come true !!!! I ❤️ love you anyways Doug !!!!! 💋
Right!
He did get to sing this song at that year's Grammy's though --- back then, it was a really big thing to do for a new artist --- before it became political! And I'll never forget it, because I prefer Soul/R&B and but I did say, "This white boy can sing, and he's got some soul too!" Didn't know at the time that he wrote all his own stuff too!
#datboybad
Thank me later --- here you go:
th-cam.com/video/9CHvDPRWgJ4/w-d-xo.html
❤❤❤❤I guess it's my favorite Song of his,,, Love him lottsss
Who's still rocking to this song in 2020?
Me
I am! Love it!
ME!! All of them!! He was my childhood!
Daily!!!
@@seralowe7439 me everyday
My fave song of John’s! Even more so than all his other hits of the 80s! Just love the sound and feel of this one.
My favorite too. Rain on the Scarecrow is my 2nd favorite!
Every time I hear this song I think of my best friend who died of a heart attack I miss him every single day. RIP Jerry
Hearing these decades old songs brings back good times. When things were better and things made sense.
What a great homage to our horny teenager years. JMC has a way with words and nostalgia in his songs that is so sweet and innocent. Makes you long for those days again when you listen to his music. This has always been my favorite song by him. Idk why it never was popular or mainstream. This hits so much more for me than Jack and Diane.
For me too
Me too
This is the only song I liked by him. Unlike his other songs it has a lot of heartfelt
emotion to it. Hall and Oates "Wait For Me" is another one like that.
@@josephsmall4270 . Was not a fan of John at all. But I agree this is the only song from him that caught my attention.
Yes.
I remember this song . My girlfriend and i would drive all night around town and country side in a 1977 Plymouth cordobra black with red velour interior . Her me hangout all nght . Play this song.
Im so glad this beautiful man chose to make music when he did, and im glad i was around to experience it, and thank God for The internet.
One of the best songs I've ever heard
JM is in my all time top 3 faves, this song being my #1 all time!!! Man, the song of my youth, 80's were the best
Won't find any Bands these Day's that come Close to This Music . Even as I'm logging Offline I Ain't Even Done With Night 80's Music Rocks 🎵🎵
I heard this in the grocery store today for the first time in decades. I was strutting around the aisles singing to myself. =)
Same here! I can't sing but I gave 0 cares.
❤I don't want to lose those tender years ,,, I'm remembering the love of my life,,,What a time weve had all these years ....
I think this is John's best song, but almost nobody seems to know it! Guess it's one of the few that doesn't get played on classic rock radio stations.
+JPMcFly1985Two 95% of classic rock radio stations are canned thanks to clear channel and I heart radio
Clear Channel IS I Heart Radio. Most of our stations are owned by Townhouse Media or Cumulus.
I'd have to agree, I love this song and like maybe 1 other, but really can't stand much of his "popular" music.
mary carter I'm not knucklehead02, but I'm guessing he might feel that way just because some of JCM's hit songs are played a lot (i.e, Small Town, Jack and Diane) and might've lost some of their charm? I like almost all his music myself, Hurts So Good is still my fave.
yer right it is his best song but cherry bomb is awsome : )~
Johnny Cougar.........awesome. Under appreciated song
Who else was watching and listening to this on MTV in 1981!
I watched MTV obsessively in its first four years on the air, and I never saw this video until 1985.
🙋♀️
@@habyss I'm 44 and its my first time & I grew on MTV.
Me
I was there
I am following in 24the getting relax so much I go asleep but I do on all of his music 🎶
Great song! Brings back our younger years. At nearly 50, I’m still listening to and loving Johns Mellancamps 80s music. The good old days of falling in and out of love.
How can John Mellencamp say he doesn't have any cool lines...when he has written so many? Best song ever!! Love the mandolin.
Mary Wishne you must have a picture of you in front of them when he's writing cuz they are so beautiful these songs so are you
It is a mandolin. Thought so.
we would try to come up with Traveling Wilburys act 2 (cool all-stars of ROCK). JCM was always included. The Boss. L. Buckingham? What do you think?
music has been part of my life, my daily living I breathe music 🌹🎻🌹🎻, thanks for your love and support, I have you mostly to be thankful for 🌹🎻❤️🌹🎻
I think bc he is humble ♥️
Grew up to mellancamp thanks to my grandma. Member driving country roads singing hurt so good together I love you mamaw ❤
did she sing take me to the promised land?
Sweet story
A truly amazing voice and an amazing song this song will be around for a long long time you cannot help but sing to this song
It's November 2024 love John you know what too do 😂😂❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I remember when this album came out. Great music.
This just came on in the hotel lobby I'm staying at. got a little teared up😢 such a gem!
Was at my Dr's office was headed back for blood work and this song came on their system. I immediately got chills and I made the poor tech wait till I could remember who it was (I'm 67). As soon as I left thew office I pulled it up and have been playing it since I left. My late husband bought me all his albums/cd's when he found out how much I love his music. Now it's time to go onto pandora. Who would have ever thought 80's music would become office background music? So grateful for the reminder.
Beautiful story. I am 66 seem to be 67 and John Mellencamp melts my heart. He is such an incredible singer and his voice is his instrument. Help said he's such an activist and artist in general. Absolutely love him. Thanks for sharing
This song makes me want to be a teenager in the 80’s, sitting in a Firebird in a field, on a first date with your best friend. You both knew you’ve liked each other since the beginning of your friendship, but this song will give you the courage to make that next move.
I had a 1979 Firebird, black with a red interior. This song played on my cassette deck often on warm summer nights and gave me courage indeed.
❤️
It was the absolute best time to be a teenager....man I wish I had known how special it was at the time. I would do ANYTHING to go back.
I did that. Firebird in a field. Almost brought tears when I read that. I miss those days.
I had a 72 Ford Torino. Such a great song. My favorite from John.
All the rhythm of the President's Secret Service detail. 😂
hairlines too
This reminds me of my best friend, Mark, his powder blue Camero and better times. If only we could go back...
+Jacinda Harper You are back right now. right?
We all want to go back!!
I understand... where's Mark now?
Oh no I'm sure Mark was great but those powder/baby blue Camaros are a culmination of everything that was wrong with the 70's and 80's! Well it might not be quite that bad ,but...
Yes. Those thoughts sting for me sometimes. We can't go back.
One of my favorites !!! ❤️
I'm 55 still listening to john
I absolutely love this song and listen to it often.
Probably in my top 5 Mellencamp songs..Reminds me of teenage years when everything is new and sweet and your first dance to your first kiss and first love is so much bigger than anything you seem to be doing 30 years later.Great sentimental feel to this..Sam Cooks playing on the radio..luv this song
All of JCM's songs are sentimental. They take you back to the good ole days.
marc cresta I love what u said here!
It's a classic
marc cresta my thoughts exactly
marc cresta I
I was 23 when this song was released. 43 years later and I am still in love with this song.
I grew up and still live in the Midwest; John Mellencamp was our Springsteen. This tune is still in my karaoke repitoire...
magic.. awee yes pass the big doob
I'm from the Midwest too; it was Bob Seger for us.
I was just going to type the same thing!
Amen to that!!!
Hey, I'm from Philadelphia and I've always thought of John Cougar Mellencamp as the Midwest Springsteen, lol.... nice to see someone else thinks it too 👌😉
My Oh My. Not sure why. This song, and this video get to me EVERY SINGLE TIME! Just so cute and sexy at the same time.
I love this song!! And, you don't hear it much..I say that alot..it just reminds of..a lazy Sunday afternoon..& a Sunday family dinner..or sitting on the porch..know, it has nothing to do with the song. Just the mellow (ness) of it..soft flow..music 🎶 I'm 47 years old 🎤 -it's a feel good song..
Brilliant. Wow
2023 and STILL a must Friday night song
This Opening Scene Was From Starsky & Hutch Charlie's Angels Strikes Again On ABC In 1984
I'm 55 and love John's music.. this song brings so many memories..
Those teenage years! I'm 53 and my memories of this song are tied to the lyrics. JM you are my youth. Thank you for your music and amazing voice!!!
Such a great song and video .................I miss the old MTV .
Even after all this time, it's still one of my favorite songs! 👍🙂👍
Autumn of '81. I was 11 years old visiting my cousin for an I.U. football game. This song was all over the radio. Good times.
Sounds like a beautiful memory.
In my humble opinion this is his best song.
I think I just fell in love to this song. I'm 50 years old and still getting that feeling.
Best feeling in the world. Especially the first realization that ur falling !
Yep I'd go back to the 80s if I could go back to a teenager my era❤❤❤❤
I'm a huge Mellencamp fan! I remember this song well!!! Spring 1981 - this was the first hit song I heard from him. Still love this song after all these years!
spring 1981 great times
This is my favourite of his. Possibly his first hit? The first time I heard of John Cougar, he got up on stage at the American Music Awards and performed this. Knocked everybody on their ass, including me.
Oh Man, When MTV was MTV and Rock n Roll was awesome! MIss the 80s
THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR POSTING THIS VINTAGE GEM
This has to be 1 of his best song's ever.
Crazy respect to the sheer number of foot stompin hits this man has!
One of my favorite songs by John still listening ❤❤❤❤
It's my favorite song. In the early 2 thousand's I played a gig in a lowell Michigan bar by the river were the lowell show boat was, and a young guy possibly not even born when this song came out thanked me for playing it. He told me it's his favorite song to. I even do the sax solo note for note on guitar. I love this song.
Wow, John Mellencamp was really young here! I had to look very close to recognize him. My memory of his face was a few years later. Great song! Good memories.
I love this song! One of my favorites from John Mellancamp! Love his voice! I miss the good music like this
Every time he comes to Louisville I go to his concert. Love him
Well our hearts beat like thunder..I don't know why they don't explode...❤❤
Well i dunno no good come ons... & I dunno no good lines...❤❤
Especially with his 5 pack a day habit.
💖💣
OMG LOVED HIM AND STILL DO TO THIS DAY AND TOMARROW
music has been part of my life, my daily living I breathe music 🌹🎻🌹🎻, thanks for your love and support, I have you mostly to be thankful for 🌹🎻❤️🌹🎻
This was when he was John Cougar, and they were trying to box in this music as “country”.
I love this song!! I love all his music!!❤❤
Ahhh ... Back in the day when he was John COUGAR Mellancamp ... Those were good times and awesome tunes!
One of the sweetest songs of the time
Met John in New Mexico while working there, cool guy a lil shorter than i imagined 😎✌️ Rock on Friend
I believe this is thr prettiest song John ever sang. I have always liked it. Thanks John
How about today? Still love it, love Mellencamp...real 🎶music
It has been a perfect playing for me having a lovely and awesome Fan like you, thanks for your love, I have you mostly to be thankful for 🎻🌹🎻🌹🎻🌹
This will always be my favorite song of Johns.
Me too !
A song of teenage innocence. Brings back memories...early 80's parking on some back woods country road. Hearts racing, mind is swirling and...well you know the rest.
Yep. Tender song .
Nice tribute to James Brown with the cape-draping. I can see that as one of Mellencamp's major influences.
I can remember my parents listening to this whole album when I was a kid,brings me back to being a toddler
Best song of his. Love the reference to James Brown and the Famous Flames in the video. I saw Mellencamp once and he did a real-life split. I couldn't believe it. He had to be about 40 at the time.
That is some good shit! 80's were the best! Glad I grew up in the greatest decade.
Lord, I believe I was a Sophomore in high school when this came out. I had finally overcome my fear of girls, and we were cruising down-town. I had my sweetie with me and the night just disappeared way too fast! I went quiet when this song came on the radio and she asked me what the matter was. I said listen to the song... He's singing exactly how I feel right now. Man, the memories that get tied to a song...
yep.
Dude, I was younger than that, but yeah the memories. I miss them something fierce.
I was also a sophomore. I saw JM perform this on American Bandstand, fell in love with it & immediately went & bought the 8 track. My group of friends I ran with hated it but within a week loved it & we were cruising with the windows down & my 8 track cranked! I have been a fan since that first day!
David E. Windsor II yhh
1981
Love me some John Mellencamp!💞😁This song came out when my 1st Daughter was born 🥰💝👁️He's so tuff, still listening of course!!😍💯⭐💖
This was still John Cougar…
@@FieldNationCN yeah but he goes by Mellencamp now days😉👌💖✌️💌
@John Mellencamp Well that is creepy…
@John Mellencamp Stop pretending…it’s creepy.
Tom Petty's passing makes me think of these legends that are still with us. Rip Tom Petty!
@Greg Hubbard
He clearly states that jcm is still with us. He's just saying that we should appreciate them while they're here because like Tom we'll all be gone relatively soon. Perhaps you should check into a rehab with inference and possibly even anger management classes!
With their help and if you are willing to dedicate yourself to the curriculum you can possibly still learn to read , comprehend and retain the required information to be able to talk to the grown ups....
@@mcmc8496 Well said👏👏👏
@Greg Hubbard hey dumbass read his comment again. Reading comprehension 101. Imbecile.
@@joemarks5985
😂😂 So you're new to TH-cam
godisgoodallthetime man I love Tom petty rip
My favorite song by him. Loved the special effects.
Still Listening To John In 2023 Love The Oldie’s
He grew up in Small town USA!! He made it to the Big time!! He’s always been an inspiration and still is! He’s still in touch with his Fans and friends!! He didn’t fall into the seedy side of Fame!! Love him!!
One of the best songs ever!
Thanks John👍🏼
One of my all time gavorites
I love this song
Reminds me of days in Bloomington where he performed in local bars 👏👏👏
I refuse to be a bad rap listener and I think rock and roll is good for the soul
I've loved this song for 30+ years, and never saw the video before. And it's as cool as the song!
This is my"Dude"from the the begining back when he came out love him and wish he would come to"Columbus Ohio"for sure... Chuck..