We have all been conditioned and moulded by society to think a certain way and be a certain way. I think this song makes you question societies rules and regulations and makes you ask the question 'who is the real me?' If I hadn't conformed to societies rules, what would my true nature be?
The problem is that schools teach only knowledge (essentially facts to just about pass an exam) rather than teaching people critical thinking and preparing children for life.
It makes me think about how quickly the entire world would fall apart, with everybody dying from starvation or exposure, if people followed a desire to remain children for their entire lives.
I've mentioned this before on a ton of other reactors channels. The "Breafast in America" tour by Supertramp is still my #3 top concert out of the 1041 concerts I've attended since 1973. They sounded just like the studio versions of their songs, just perfect. Such an underrated band.
One of my all-time favorites! Check out the whole ‘Breakfast In America’ album. It’s one of those records you can listen to from beginning to end, then flip it over and listen to it again.
Great song. Supertramp had a unique sound. No one quite had the same voice. "Crime Of The Century" is their best album imo. Check that one out sometime. Simple message in this song to me. Dont give up your passion and what uniquely makes you and who YOU are. Education is important, but dont just think materialistically. Going to school to gain acceptance and a great paying job. But do what truly moves your soul.
Crime of the Century, the best no doubt, but they had a few really strong albums. I just listened to the full COTC album on a drive up to Maine last weekend.
This group was my childhood. I was so fanatical that at one point I could name every track, in order, on every album they put out between '74 - '82. And this is still one of their best! 👍🏽
It's so funny that I've heard this song my whole life and never cared for it or listened to the lyrics. With this reaction, I have found an appreciation to this song that I never had before. That's what I love about reaction channels, you hear an old song decades later and enjoy it through fresh ears.
Each of us encounters that point in our lives when we see the “world” for what it is……It’s in this moment that we decide to “Toe the line”, or “Cast aside supposed obligations”, and chart a course for ourselves. Because we’re “finite”, we know that neither venture is the rightful answer, but we choose our fate and accept it.
That was one of those "must have" records in the -70´s. I bought, of nostalgic reasons Supertramp the very best . With sons like School, Dreamer, Crime of the century and Logical song on. They truly did some great songs
Vloody Well Right by Supertramp also has the same theme and is very Jazzy. "So you think your schoolings phony, well it's hard not to agree. You say it all depends on mo ey and who is in your family tree"...
When I was younger in grade school, I thought they were singing about going to a mental ward. Now I know he's singing about school, but I have come to the conclusion they might be the same place at times. Depending on the person and the treatment he or she gets during thier time incarcerated at school...
Great album with some very deep, almost metaphysical lyrics. Still holds up today in every way. Melodic and harmonic, but still heavy musically. Great band!
I have been fortunate enough to have seen Supertramp “The Tramp” Live 4 times. Their live shows are a spectacle and brilliant. Each member is a musical genius. Rick Davies is my favorite keyboards player and John Helliwell is favorite Sax player. He is a blast to watch live. The bass and drummer are awesome and Roger’s guitars are superb. The only live show I put above Supertramp is Pink Floyd, who I have seen 4 times.
the message is that society wants to make you conform to their idea of who you should be. they do it through education and the media. they want loyal, patriotic, unquestioning workers and soldiers.
The Logical Song is one of my favorites songs in life. It is perfect, deep lyrics, great voice, rhytm and progressive...a complete memorable song. Many thanks for reacting! Regards from Chile!!
Ha. I used to fish up in Alaska on a factory trawler processing Surimi. I had a walkman and a Supertramp "Breakfast in America" tape that I would listen to ALL SHIFT or until I had an opportunity to change the tape. The newer walkmans had a flip and repeat, so it would play one side of the tape, then automatically switch to the other side. It would play over and over and over. So watching this reaction made me remember back to early 90s. Supertramp was with me through those hard years. Thanks Supertramp and thanks for playing this one.
I discovered supertramp when my older sisters boy friend was a fan of them and became hooked on them from the age of 13 and still love playing their music to this day went to see Rodger hodgson live in Glasgow about 6 years ago and was absolutely fantastic.
It’s so true. I tried so hard to make it in this world. Trying to do everything just the way society dictated. There was just one problem. I didn’t like the person I was pretending to be. This song always makes me think of all those wasted years trying to fit a mould I wasn’t meant to fit. The moment I decided to hell with it, I’m going to do things my way, my life made sense to me again. It didn’t gain me sudden riches or perfect life but I knew who I was and I could sleep at night knowing succeed or fail, I did it my way and I was ok with that
OMG guys. I'm 45. I think this dropped in 1979. But I heard it everywhere until 1999. And now in 2022 I can actually appreciate it. It is a really good song! 👍 Enjoy.
For a prophetic song from the 60's try 'Eve of Destruction' by Barry Maguire. Banned by the BBC for being too relevant to the Cold War,then taking place, it still has the same relevance today.
Great song, and i agree with you, man. They make you learn the most strange and stupid things at school. I hated school, had a lot of fun, but hated the learning. I've been working with my hands my whole life, and not sorry about it. Had a verry good and, most of all, a fun life. There is no excuse for what they teach you, however. When you grow up, you think for yourself, and do the best you can. Thanks for this one and 👊🌷😁❤from Holland
I agree with you, it is all about conformity in how they feel you should feel, think and act within society. You kind of know your place as you get older, especially in times like these...
I love your reactions always. SuperTramp is one of my favorite bands ever. My dad introduced me to this band. You have no idea how hard this band hit me growing up. And still hit's me to this day.
7:54 The only thing music tells me now vs then, is the fact that back then artists and producers cared about the music, now they only care about making it(artists, if I can call them that!) producers for sure they collect; because music and nowadays artists are just the same as fast food in quality.
Supertramp is one of my all time favorite bands, great vocals, instruments and just an unique sound. Their album from 1979 BREAKFAST IN AMERICA was a huge seller. Some other songs by SUPERTRAMP worth listening to are TAKE THE LONG WAY HOME, SCHOOL, GOODBYE STRANGER and BLOODY WELL RIGHT.
Good job, y'all. Old songs like this only FEEL more relevant because y'all are young still and you can't quite believe that your parents were young once, too. Remember: There's nothing new under the sun. Plus, the saxophone always hits.
I Loved This Bands Music Growing Up. So Many Great Songs. Crime of the century, school, bloody well right, give a little bit the list could go on, Great Review.
I played this to death on my car cassette and I still have my vinyl record of "Breakfast in America". Loved that album It's classic rock now. It was pop when it came out. Nothin' wrong with that. Ya gotta love some NASTY sax😎
I like hearing both of your points of view on these songs. Great to hear Crys speaking more as you were a little quiet when I first started watching you guys. Keep up the great work guys!
Love Supertramp and great song 🎵 thanks for all your hard work staying up late at night to reacting to new and different songs. I know I appreciate it 😌 🙏 💯 ✌❤🇨🇦
Good stuff guys, good job, I bought that album in 1979 , I was 19 in the Army and stationed in Korea. My friends and I listen to this album over and over for a year. It was the best year of my life. My favorite song was Take the long way home. It was a long way home. Lol.
Another great reaction from you. I like the facts, I would say trust your interpretation. Most times I agree with what you are getting from it. Keep em coming. 🙂
Please find and watch the LIVE versions of all of Supertramp's songs. They are amazing to watch! Look for live in Paris 1979. Then check out "Child of Vision" , "Another Man's woman" and "School" all live.
BEST CONCERT EVER! Victoria BC, Canada back in the 80s. We were a total of *Only Twelve People* at their arena concert that had 10,000 seats. Thought we were about to see Ted Nugget but marquee displayed an unknown band call SUPERTRAMP. Checked them out anyways and *What Professionals*. Performed like was a sold out show, then encored their entire unreleased *Breakfast in America* album.
EVERYONE has the same thoughts. Breakfast in America ( the album this is from ) delves into thoughts we all have but we still go about our lives and questions we have privately.
One of the best albums of all time, Breakfast in America. Sold close to 20 million albums when released in 1979
hands down!
Yes! I have loved the entire album since it came out!
I much prefer Crime Of The Century
was it really '79? Damn i feel old lol
Next you would really like “Take the Long Way Home”. Great harmonica in that one.
We have all been conditioned and moulded by society to think a certain way and be a certain way. I think this song makes you question societies rules and regulations and makes you ask the question 'who is the real me?' If I hadn't conformed to societies rules, what would my true nature be?
psychedelics can help people break out of the matrix mentality imo
The problem is that schools teach only knowledge (essentially facts to just about pass an exam) rather than teaching people critical thinking and preparing children for life.
It makes me think about how quickly the entire world would fall apart, with everybody dying from starvation or exposure, if people followed a desire to remain children for their entire lives.
I've mentioned this before on a ton of other reactors channels.
The "Breafast in America" tour by Supertramp is still my #3 top concert out of the 1041 concerts I've attended since 1973.
They sounded just like the studio versions of their songs, just perfect.
Such an underrated band.
One of my all-time favorites!
Check out the whole ‘Breakfast In America’ album. It’s one of those records you can listen to from beginning to end, then flip it over and listen to it again.
'Flip it over'... still love a turntable.
Great song. Supertramp had a unique sound. No one quite had the same voice. "Crime Of The Century" is their best album imo. Check that one out sometime.
Simple message in this song to me. Dont give up your passion and what uniquely makes you and who YOU are.
Education is important, but dont just think materialistically. Going to school to gain acceptance and a great paying job. But do what truly moves your soul.
Crime of the Century, the best no doubt, but they had a few really strong albums. I just listened to the full COTC album on a drive up to Maine last weekend.
I agree that Crime is their best then I liked Crisis What Crisis 2nd
@ John Bandy
Who the fuck are you to tell me how I should think? My thinking does include materialistic thoughts and desires. 😈
Now what John?
Supertramp is so great! Amazing albums
That sax was sweeeeet. Thanks for sharing!
School and Bloody Well Right are 2 more great Supertramp songs 🎶
This group was my childhood. I was so fanatical that at one point I could name every track, in order, on every album they put out between '74 - '82. And this is still one of their best! 👍🏽
It's so funny that I've heard this song my whole life and never cared for it or listened to the lyrics. With this reaction, I have found an appreciation to this song that I never had before. That's what I love about reaction channels, you hear an old song decades later and enjoy it through fresh ears.
LOVE THIS SONG! I had the Cassette Tape in the early 90's as a kid, been singing along since. ROCK AND ROLL!
underrated funky bass groove throughout the song.
My favorite thing about this song is that its so creative and feels like its not inspired by anybody. REAL unique!
Good point, very true!
On a roll lately Collins, Supertramp , Stewart and Queen#🔥🎸✌🏿
Each of us encounters that point in our lives when we see the “world” for what it is……It’s in this moment that we decide to “Toe the line”, or “Cast aside supposed obligations”, and chart a course for ourselves. Because we’re “finite”, we know that neither venture is the rightful answer, but we choose our fate and accept it.
Supertramp is fantastic. Perhaps you could react to "Goodbye Stranger" and/or "Take the Long Way Home" next...
That’s how you can tell a timeless song. It always stays relevant. KILLER track by those London lads.
I have ALWAYS loved Super Tramp.........always.
That was one of those "must have" records in the -70´s. I bought, of nostalgic reasons Supertramp the very best . With sons like School, Dreamer, Crime of the century and Logical song on. They truly did some great songs
Vloody Well Right by Supertramp also has the same theme and is very Jazzy.
"So you think your schoolings phony, well it's hard not to agree. You say it all depends on mo ey and who is in your family tree"...
Great song!
When I was younger in grade school, I thought they were singing about going to a mental ward. Now I know he's singing about school, but I have come to the conclusion they might be the same place at times. Depending on the person and the treatment he or she gets during thier time incarcerated at school...
Michael Akke:
Your comment was the bomb!! Loved it💞💞💞
Super Tramp was another great concert, this band has alot of great songs. 👍 Thanks for the memories.
Love your observations. It is amazing how a lot of songs' from years ago still apply to today's issues. Mad saxophone on this too.
Great album with some very deep, almost metaphysical lyrics. Still holds up today in every way. Melodic and harmonic, but still heavy musically. Great band!
I have been fortunate enough to have seen Supertramp “The Tramp” Live 4 times. Their live shows are a spectacle and brilliant. Each member is a musical genius. Rick Davies is my favorite keyboards player and John Helliwell is favorite Sax player. He is a blast to watch live. The bass and drummer are awesome and Roger’s guitars are superb. The only live show I put above Supertramp is Pink Floyd, who I have seen 4 times.
Saw them twice in London. Mesmerizing musicianship.
They have many hits
Pure Quality right there. Can't Go Wrong With Supertramp.
fabulous song
the message is that society wants to make you conform to their idea of who you should be. they do it through education and the media. they want loyal, patriotic, unquestioning workers and soldiers.
I listen to good music from a variety of Genres and Supertramp is one of my favorite bands.
You’ve hit on one of my favourite bands of all time. They are amazing musicians with great songs and harmonies. Please do more!
Always loved this song! Agree with you, expect things to get better and well.....
The Logical Song is one of my favorites songs in life. It is perfect, deep lyrics, great voice, rhytm and progressive...a complete memorable song.
Many thanks for reacting!
Regards from Chile!!
I love facts...y'all keep doing it!!! ❤️
Yeah this is a great one...Try "Take the Long Way Home" by this band. Have a great day and thanks.
One, two, three, five!
Great song. Great musicians in that band. Look up the band!
So many great songs and their Supertramp Live in Paris concert dvd / videos is a great watch to see them perform live in 1979
One of the best songs of my childhood! Early 70’s, I was 7-8. ❤️
As a young boy he was sent away to boarding school, this song is about that experience.
Ha. I used to fish up in Alaska on a factory trawler processing Surimi. I had a walkman and a Supertramp "Breakfast in America" tape that I would listen to ALL SHIFT or until I had an opportunity to change the tape. The newer walkmans had a flip and repeat, so it would play one side of the tape, then automatically switch to the other side. It would play over and over and over. So watching this reaction made me remember back to early 90s. Supertramp was with me through those hard years. Thanks Supertramp and thanks for playing this one.
Brilliant Album and every band member was a master of their instruments
I discovered supertramp when my older sisters boy friend was a fan of them and became hooked on them from the age of 13 and still love playing their music to this day went to see Rodger hodgson live in Glasgow about 6 years ago and was absolutely fantastic.
Great review. It’s a song that makes you think outside the box. 😀
It’s so true. I tried so hard to make it in this world. Trying to do everything just the way society dictated. There was just one problem. I didn’t like the person I was pretending to be. This song always makes me think of all those wasted years trying to fit a mould I wasn’t meant to fit. The moment I decided to hell with it, I’m going to do things my way, my life made sense to me again. It didn’t gain me sudden riches or perfect life but I knew who I was and I could sleep at night knowing succeed or fail, I did it my way and I was ok with that
Watch their live of this song performance in Paris - you’ll LOVE IT!!! Especially for the sax….
The loss of innocence.
Incredible group. Watch them live.
I saw supertramp about 5yrs ago awesome band , and they sound exactly like the actual studio recording awesome one guy's 👍🎵🎷🎤🥝🇳🇿
I love "Goodbye Stranger" from the same album. Such a fantastic song. Also "Ain't Nobody But Me" from an earlier album. Really great music.
OMG guys. I'm 45. I think this dropped in 1979. But I heard it everywhere until 1999. And now in 2022 I can actually appreciate it. It is a really good song! 👍 Enjoy.
One of my favorites, saw them in the late 70s, greatest of days
i love Supertramp
For a prophetic song from the 60's try 'Eve of Destruction' by Barry Maguire. Banned by the BBC for being too relevant to the Cold War,then taking place, it still has the same relevance today.
Great song, and i agree with you, man.
They make you learn the most strange and stupid things at school. I hated school, had a lot of fun, but hated the learning. I've been working with my hands my whole life, and not sorry about it. Had a verry good and, most of all, a fun life. There is no excuse for what they teach you, however.
When you grow up, you think for yourself, and do the best you can. Thanks for this one and 👊🌷😁❤from Holland
Aside from just being a fantastic album. It's also one of the best produced ever. Still sounds crisp to this day!
I agree with you, it is all about conformity in how they feel you should feel, think and act within society. You kind of know your place as you get older, especially in times like these...
Proto Rap and jazz over a mechanical rhythm and machine sounds. A really thoughtfully composed song.
One of my favorites !
I love your reactions always. SuperTramp is one of my favorite bands ever. My dad introduced me to this band. You have no idea how hard this band hit me growing up. And still hit's me to this day.
7:54 The only thing music tells me now vs then, is the fact that back then artists and producers cared about the music, now they only care about making it(artists, if I can call them that!) producers for sure they collect; because music and nowadays artists are just the same as fast food in quality.
Many of us know the facts but so many newer fans do not...you're doing a service. 🔥🔥
Supertramp is one of my all time favorite bands, great vocals, instruments and just an unique sound. Their album from 1979 BREAKFAST IN AMERICA was a huge seller. Some other songs by SUPERTRAMP worth listening to are TAKE THE LONG WAY HOME, SCHOOL, GOODBYE STRANGER and BLOODY WELL RIGHT.
School, Rudy, Take a Little Bit, soooo many excellent songs by Supertramp. Loved your reaction. Hope you will dive a little deeper into Supertramp!
Good job, y'all. Old songs like this only FEEL more relevant because y'all are young still and you can't quite believe that your parents were young once, too. Remember: There's nothing new under the sun. Plus, the saxophone always hits.
Supertramp has something like a 6-album winning streak of original material that still holds up.
Supertramp was mega!
I Loved This Bands Music Growing Up. So Many Great Songs. Crime of the century, school, bloody well right, give a little bit the list could go on, Great Review.
I played this to death on my car cassette and I still have my vinyl record of "Breakfast in America". Loved that album
It's classic rock now. It was pop when it came out. Nothin' wrong with that. Ya gotta love some NASTY sax😎
I like hearing both of your points of view on these songs. Great to hear Crys speaking more as you were a little quiet when I first started watching you guys. Keep up the great work guys!
One of my fave albums; iconic album..........Breakfast in America..........try Goodbye Stranger...........amazingly produced; just fab.
Super sound Super group supertramp ❤
Love Supertramp and great song 🎵 thanks for all your hard work staying up late at night to reacting to new and different songs. I know I appreciate it 😌 🙏 💯 ✌❤🇨🇦
This is such a great band and this is an excellent song, though all of their songs are outstanding. Thank you for reacting to this band.
Live version sounds great also!❤️🔥
Great road song !! Listen loud and often
Bloody well right is a great song by them!
Every song on this album is fire!
Try 'summer of 69' by Bryan Adams or 'The boys are back in town' by Thin Lizzy:)
Good stuff guys, good job, I bought that album in 1979 , I was 19 in the Army and stationed in Korea. My friends and I listen to this album over and over for a year. It was the best year of my life. My favorite song was Take the long way home. It was a long way home. Lol.
love this entire album! i still listen to it often!
Check out ‘child of vision’ from the same album which is stunning but the previous 3 albums were all amazing too.
Another great reaction from you. I like the facts, I would say trust your interpretation. Most times I agree with what you are getting from it. Keep em coming. 🙂
Supertramp was huge back in the mid-late 70s. They have a lot of great tunes, you should go check out Dreamer and Goodbye Stranger.
Piezón. De las mejores canciones que escuché. 👍🏻
I suggested this song for you, glad you enjoyed it !!
Yeah, it is good to hear a little about the bands that are about to be played.
Please find and watch the LIVE versions of all of Supertramp's songs. They are amazing to watch! Look for live in Paris 1979. Then check out "Child of Vision" , "Another Man's woman" and "School" all live.
well recorded and arranged song
BEST CONCERT EVER! Victoria BC, Canada back in the 80s. We were a total of *Only Twelve People* at their arena concert that had 10,000 seats. Thought we were about to see Ted Nugget but marquee displayed an unknown band call SUPERTRAMP. Checked them out anyways and *What Professionals*. Performed like was a sold out show, then encored their entire unreleased *Breakfast in America* album.
You guys are right this song is amazing
Please, react to Supertramp's "School"...great reaction!
Bro.. you guys should check out the song " CANDY BY CAMEO".
My man! I love that you are feeling supertramp. I grew up listening to supertramp and got every Damn album.
Well done guys. Great reaction!! you gotta love a good sax. I still have my Supertramp Breakfast in America album I bought in 1980
Another great album. The low spark of high-heeled boys.
EVERYONE has the same thoughts. Breakfast in America ( the album this is from ) delves into thoughts we all have but we still go about our lives and questions we have privately.
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I’m so glad I listened to this - definitely gonna look for more of your reactions 😊