Traditionally an Irish folk song, this was covered by The Dubliners in 1967 before Thin Lizzy rocked it up in 1972 for their breakthrough hit. The song tells the story of a bandit in southwest Ireland who robs an English Army Officer to keep his girlfriend Molly happy after she promises to love him forever. She then betrays him and the young man is taken to jail.
Grateful Dead actually recorded the first recording well before Thin Lizzy. It's just not as popular because they actually folk version with a small euk and harp and what you would hear the locals singing in the pubs or social gatherings
This song is actually 100s of years old. No one knows who wrote it. It's a traditional Irish song. The definitive version of the song was done by Thin Lizzy and is a must listen for all classic rock fans.
Fun fact: Metallica has their own whiskey label called "Blackened American Whiskey" - part of the distilling process involves blasting Metallica music where the aging barrels are stored.
Love this song - the driving force of the drums and James’s vocals are killer. The lyrics are super cool too - when you really hone in on them and listen to what’s being said. “I choked up my pistols - and shot him with both barrels” - too cool. Love it. One of my favorite all time Metallica songs.
Thin Lizzy was the band that took an old Irish drinking song and made 'Whiskey in the jar' a rock song in the 70's... Metallica's late bassist Cliff Burton was a huge Thin Lizzy fan and a fan of bassist/ vocalist Phil Lynott (They both passed away in 1986 😪😪 Lynott from organ failure from heroin abuse... Burton in a tour bus accident). In 1998, Metallica were putting together a collection of cover songs for the 'Garage inc.' double CD... they decided to cover Thin Lizzy to honor Cliff Burton.
@@4md17 If u got nothing productive to say, shut it! EVERYTHING in Metallica's career IS connected to Cliff Burton and Dave Mustaine... Mustaine was critical in shaping their early sound and aggression as a songwriter... Burton was the one who taught James Hetfield everything about melody, harmonies and progression. Metallica's music became exceptional because of Burton's contributions - that was why they got way bigger than Slayer, Exodus, Anvil, Voivod, Death Angel, etc... So why should we NOT honor Cliff Burton when the average Metallica fan has NO IDEA who he was unless diehards like me tell them that he and Dave Mustaine were early members?
I loved this song off the album Garage Inc, one of my favorites from that double album. If I am not mistaken its a cover of a Thin Lizzy tune. The double album of Garage Inc was Metallica covering songs from artists that inspired them or they liked as bands. It has a very diversified portfolio of artists and songs from Skynyrd to Motorhead.
The song's exact origins are unknown. A number of its lines and the general plot resemble those of a contemporary broadside ballad "Patrick Fleming" (also called "Patrick Flemmen he was a Valiant Soldier") about Irish highwayman Patrick Fleming, who was executed in 1650.[2
Metallica love playing local song at their concerts in their original languages. In 2019 they were playing a concert in Trondheim, Norway. And they were singing in norwegians the song, Forelska i læreren by The Kids. Unbelievable and awesome.
“Whiskey In The Jar” is a traditional Irish song. Thin Lizzy, an Irish band, made a hit back in 1973. Metallica covered this song, very similarly to Thin Lizzy’s version. Obviously, with a heavier tone.
An amazing song. You can't help but love Thin Lizzy version of this song but Metallicas cover hits harder and more to my taste!! 🤘🤘🤘🤘 I would ask you to react to Metallica cover of 'So What' but I don't think you would be able to get it by the censorship 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Yes Thank you so much Asia & BJ during the last live stream, which was "favourite songs related to drinking", I requested this classic. This is one of the best covers I've ever heard which is probably better than the original by Thin Lizzy, this is my Step Mum's Favourite Metallica Song
Metallica released this song and music video in 1998. So you were pretty spot on in terms of when they made this. But like others have said, it's a cover of a very old Irish folk song.
THIN LIZZY is a must. This video has nothing to do with song. The song is about a hghwman robbing a captain Farrell only to be betrayed by his girl, Molly.
This works best as a folk song. Asia, BJ: Ignore requests to compare it to Thin Lizzy's version. Cut to the chase and react to "The Rocker" by Thin Lizzy th-cam.com/video/AsD7VWZxjbk/w-d-xo.html and appreciate Eric Bell's stunning guitar work
Well, if we are doing Metallica cover songs....how about Am I Evil (an original Diamond Head song)??? ♥ Don't get me wrong...I love Thin Lizzy. I had some of their albums in the 70s.
This was a weird time for Metallica. They lost their identity for a hot minute and were trying to find themselves. The video to this song makes no sense. The Dubliners wrote the original song. The Highwaymen recorded it an released it on their album in 1962. Thin Lizzy did a version of it in 1973. Their rendition changed some lyrics and other things. Metallica covered Thin Lizzy's version which was released in 1998.
Great song.. fun video. This is a cover song.. not an original.. but done fantastic. Video was 1999 Songs you should react to that is a cover Turn the page (Bob segar originally) watch the music video. AM I EVIL studio version (no music video) hold on to your seats. Song is background Salem witches when they were punished for witch craft. Great song! Hope you get to both of those songs.. Great reaction.
I first knew Thin Lizzy's version but this is an awesome cover by Metallica.👍🔥It's been awhile since I've heard it. Love your channel guys.🤗.check out Skid Row.......monkey business.🔥
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its an old irish folksong made popular by thin Lizzy in the 70's this is Metallicas cover of the Thin Lizzy version
Yep...a cover of a cover 😆
Lizzy Did It First
Then The Irish Rovers
But it's great 🤷
Traditionally an Irish folk song, this was covered by The Dubliners in 1967 before Thin Lizzy rocked it up in 1972 for their breakthrough hit.
The song tells the story of a bandit in southwest Ireland who robs an English Army Officer to keep his girlfriend Molly happy after she promises to love him forever. She then betrays him and the young man is taken to jail.
love the lore
Grateful Dead actually recorded the first recording well before Thin Lizzy. It's just not as popular because they actually folk version with a small euk and harp and what you would hear the locals singing in the pubs or social gatherings
This song is actually 100s of years old. No one knows who wrote it. It's a traditional Irish song. The definitive version of the song was done by Thin Lizzy and is a must listen for all classic rock fans.
Fun fact: Metallica has their own whiskey label called "Blackened American Whiskey" - part of the distilling process involves blasting Metallica music where the aging barrels are stored.
That's corny
@@stevenlindhorst7579 It fits with James though. Dude's kind of a cornball.
@@stevenlindhorst7579 Zany, almost.
Love this song - the driving force of the drums and James’s vocals are killer. The lyrics are super cool too - when you really hone in on them and listen to what’s being said. “I choked up my pistols - and shot him with both barrels” - too cool. Love it. One of my favorite all time Metallica songs.
Metallica makes everything sound better. Can't wait for their Christmas album! 🎄🎅
🤣 James would look great as Santa!!! 🎅
Dude that would be hilarious
I’d buy that album! 😆
Thin Lizzy was the band that took an old Irish drinking song and made 'Whiskey in the jar' a rock song in the 70's... Metallica's late bassist Cliff Burton was a huge Thin Lizzy fan and a fan of bassist/ vocalist Phil Lynott (They both passed away in 1986 😪😪 Lynott from organ failure from heroin abuse... Burton in a tour bus accident).
In 1998, Metallica were putting together a collection of cover songs for the 'Garage inc.' double CD... they decided to cover Thin Lizzy to honor Cliff Burton.
here we go again with cliff...
not everything in their career is conected with cliff. all of them wore listening thin lizzy, misfits and so on..
@@4md17 If u got nothing productive to say, shut it! EVERYTHING in Metallica's career IS connected to Cliff Burton and Dave Mustaine... Mustaine was critical in shaping their early sound and aggression as a songwriter... Burton was the one who taught James Hetfield everything about melody, harmonies and progression. Metallica's music became exceptional because of Burton's contributions - that was why they got way bigger than Slayer, Exodus, Anvil, Voivod, Death Angel, etc...
So why should we NOT honor Cliff Burton when the average Metallica fan has NO IDEA who he was unless diehards like me tell them that he and Dave Mustaine were early members?
nothing like a good ol' irish folklore song in the version of Metallica with a quarter of Jameson to kicking off my week!
You guys are rockin hard tonight! You’re bringing back lots of memories tonight!
Rock on!
Great song! Recorded by Thin Lizzy and Metallica. Both excellent versions. 👍
This song was been around since 1800. It's been covered repeatedly over the last 200+ yrs.
There are rumors it was even sang during the revolutionary war
This is from their album of 70's covers from the 90's called Garage Inc. Its a cover of an old Irish folksong Thin Lizzy did originally.
Always loved this song. Great reaction!!
This song just makes me think of times past. Those crazy parties....too much fun. Thanks for your reaction you two.
I loved this song off the album Garage Inc, one of my favorites from that double album. If I am not mistaken its a cover of a Thin Lizzy tune. The double album of Garage Inc was Metallica covering songs from artists that inspired them or they liked as bands. It has a very diversified portfolio of artists and songs from Skynyrd to Motorhead.
Moonshine is corn whiskey made from corn mash.
I love playing along with this one on my drums, always been one of my favorites.
fun song.. fun couple.. thank you for your reaction.. its always nice to see you guys.. xo
This reminds me of college parties back in the day. It was a good time. I'm talking about life before internet & smart phones.
The song's exact origins are unknown. A number of its lines and the general plot resemble those of a contemporary broadside ballad "Patrick Fleming" (also called "Patrick Flemmen he was a Valiant Soldier") about Irish highwayman Patrick Fleming, who was executed in 1650.[2
Song was originally written in the 1600’s. It’s amazing the staying power of truly great music.
Metallica love playing local song at their concerts in their original languages. In 2019 they were playing a concert in Trondheim, Norway. And they were singing in norwegians the song, Forelska i læreren by The Kids. Unbelievable and awesome.
You guys should hear "Thin Lizzy" do this!! This is good, but theirs is better imo. And the original is a hoot, coz of the strong Irish flavor of it.
Damn right, Thin Lizzy did it better
THANK GOD all my whiskey in the jar house party years was during the flip phone years lmao!!!!
It’s esoteric for “lighting in a bottle”. Very occult words in the old metal. Especially Pantera,Metallica and Slayer “seasons of the abyss” 👁
Fun fact- all the extras in the video are close friends of the band and their roadies
“Whiskey In The Jar” is a traditional Irish song.
Thin Lizzy, an Irish band, made a hit back in 1973.
Metallica covered this song, very similarly to Thin Lizzy’s version.
Obviously, with a heavier tone.
An amazing song.
You can't help but love Thin Lizzy version of this song but Metallicas cover hits harder and more to my taste!!
🤘🤘🤘🤘
I would ask you to react to Metallica cover of 'So What' but I don't think you would be able to get it by the censorship 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Yes Thank you so much Asia & BJ during the last live stream, which was "favourite songs related to drinking", I requested this classic. This is one of the best covers I've ever heard which is probably better than the original by Thin Lizzy, this is my Step Mum's Favourite Metallica Song
Hope you enjoyed it!
@@AsiaandBJ I sure did
Sorry, this song was made over 100 years before thin lizzy put it out.
Whiskey is Moonshine, A corn whiskey that hasn't been aged for a period of time in a barrel. That's why it's clear.
This is an old Irish tune!!!! Love this one!!!!! Can't believe Metallica did this!!! 👍👍👍 really, blows me away that they covered this!!!! Very cool!!!
Actually whiskey starts out as moonshine. Badass song that still rocks!
It's an old Irish folk song that , early 70s band Thin Lizzy, did a remake of. Metallica did a kick-ass version of this!!
This always makes me feel extra-Irish 🍀 Whiskey in a jar-o!
Thin Lizzy also did that song very very Awesome. You Two Rock!
My understanding is the song goes back so far no one knows who wrote it. covered many many times by many different artists. Old Irish folk song.
Philip went on to write his very own stories. Give them all a listen. Watch him perform in the videos!
The Greatful Dead also did a version
"if that's my house I'm moving out" 🤣🤣🤣🤣 the original version wasn't quite this rowdy🤣🤣🤣
Metallica released this song and music video in 1998. So you were pretty spot on in terms of when they made this. But like others have said, it's a cover of a very old Irish folk song.
I’ve been a subscriber for a while but this is my favorite reaction from you both
Especially trying to sound out the Gaelic stuff, just excellent.
Thank you so much 😁
Hey listen yall, I'm from AL, moon shine is most definitely whiskey. ❤
THIN LIZZY is a must. This video has nothing to do with song.
The song is about a hghwman robbing a captain Farrell only to be betrayed by his girl, Molly.
Check out some Thin Lizzy sometime (live is the best).
“Jailbreak”, “Emerald”
This works best as a folk song. Asia, BJ: Ignore requests to compare it to Thin Lizzy's version. Cut to the chase and react to "The Rocker" by Thin Lizzy th-cam.com/video/AsD7VWZxjbk/w-d-xo.html and appreciate Eric Bell's stunning guitar work
Check out Garage Inc and The $5.98 E.P. - Garage Days Re-Revisited if you want to hear more Metallica covers.
This is my neighbor's favorite song, whether they like it or not.
A VERY old Irish drinking song! I love James Hetfield s voice singing it.
My favorite version Was from a movie, but I don’t recall the movie title
I can’t even remember how many party’s I’ve been to back in the late 80’s early 90’s where people trashed the place at the end of the party.
This is the actual house Metallica rented as they were coming up. So they payed to make this video there, like 35 years later.
😏 man! Too many parties like that! Great memories.
Been there. Even if I wanted to, just can't do it like that anymore.
This is a very special song for me it's my mother's favorite version 💖
Didn't listen to much Metallica and don't know this song but it's a good one.
Well, if we are doing Metallica cover songs....how about Am I Evil (an original Diamond Head song)??? ♥ Don't get me wrong...I love Thin Lizzy. I had some of their albums in the 70s.
Whiskey is moonshine.. moonshine is whiskey
This is an old Irish drinking song. Thin Lizzy recorded it but this version is much better.
They just released a new single and I am here for it
The original was done by the dubliners you should check it out. Irish shanty
Good, but I personally much prefer Thin Lizzy's version it's got a more authentic feel (helped no doubt by Phil Lynotts voice)
This was a weird time for Metallica. They lost their identity for a hot minute and were trying to find themselves. The video to this song makes no sense. The Dubliners wrote the original song. The Highwaymen recorded it an released it on their album in 1962. Thin Lizzy did a version of it in 1973. Their rendition changed some lyrics and other things. Metallica covered Thin Lizzy's version which was released in 1998.
No new ACAL?? I'll stick around for a little bit
Good stuff. They’ll betray you every time;)
Definitely should check out the Thin Lizzy version for a good comparison.
That song is going to ring in your head BJ 😆
BJ! You're the Irishman, tell us what the galic he's saying! Ha Ha , cool song as mentioned Thin Lizzy did version also.
Written about 200 years ago
y'all got some many songs to react to
I can't relate to whiskey at all, but Metallica be killing it. Thanks, April, for supporting this Fam. What's next? Master of Puppets? haha!
Great song.. fun video. This is a cover song.. not an original.. but done fantastic. Video was 1999
Songs you should react to that is a cover
Turn the page (Bob segar originally) watch the music video.
AM I EVIL studio version (no music video) hold on to your seats. Song is background Salem witches when they were punished for witch craft.
Great song!
Hope you get to both of those songs..
Great reaction.
Metallica doesn't have a song called whiskey in the jar... Ireland does
Oh i love it !!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Love your reaction! More metallia. LOL
check out FUEL by Metallica
yall should do Metallica Tuesdays gone version same ablum garage inc
Imo best of the big 4 in metal
Sanitarium welcome home metallica
Outraged that people are saying this is better than thin lizzy 😂
Yeah should do a reaction on some of thin lizzy songs
Ice nine kills for Halloween ❤
Great song - wild video - nice reaction!
An old Thin Lizzy song.
Hit the like button to be honest like the song but preferred Thin Lizzy 's cover version
Love this song by Thin Lizzy, check them out
This is a much better cover by them than turn the page by Bob Segar was. IMO
I don’t ever get no shoutouts. I’m not enough of a super duper fan of Asia & BJ I suppose. 😢sniff 😂
Not their song it's a cover of Thin Lizzy's hit !
Thin Lizzy is the best version in my opinion. 🤘
Asia ur too serious! This is about not giving a fuk thats what metal all about!
Thanks just stupid party but love the band
Whiskey and a gyro
Next Reactions is Turn the page from METALLICA
Hey play Gary Moore still got the blues
Love me some Thin Lizzy..
Good cover song
What's better than Metallica ? Nothing!!
I first knew Thin Lizzy's version but this is an awesome cover by Metallica.👍🔥It's been awhile since I've heard it. Love your channel guys.🤗.check out Skid Row.......monkey business.🔥
@@stabishop1769 I went and listened to it.☘️
Thanks so much!!
Hey guys! Please react to Metallica's The Unforgiven Trilogy !! Great three songs! You're gonna love them!! 🖤
On a different note. You need to do this song by Henry Rollins "Liar". A brilliant song.
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BJ you're hilarious 😂