Hello TH-cam listeners, We've come to the point in this cover where those listening on cassette, or records, will have to stand up and grab their phone or sit down at their computer. In fairness to those listeners, we'll now take a few seconds before we continue to the comments. Thank you, here they are.
This song was the last of the first half on the album it was recorded for. As a joke, Tom Petty included a recorded message for CD listeners essentially saying “people listening on vinyl and cassette have to flip the record/tape at this point, so we’re including this random message with a few moments of silence in the middle of the CD version to be fair to them”.
My absolute favorite Thomas tune, now an absolutely INSTANT classic by my hero Jer. So unbelievably good. The horns. The keyboard solo. The absolutely flawless groove. Incredible work!
Always tough to decide whether the ones that sound like the song has always been wanting to be ska are better, or the ones that feel like a truly new take on the song are better. This one, somehow, feels like both? Like you stepped into an alternate universe where this IS the version of the song. Amazing job as always!
My favorite part of this video is watching Jer's water bottle on the right twist as they cut between shots. Oh and the absolute RIPPIN banger they turned this into!
I knew this song would slap in ska! Last year, I asked Agent Jay how much it would cost to get the Slackers to cover this song for me 😂. This is great too 🥳
*sees title* Oh really? I wonder how *ten seconds in* Absolutely, of course. This was a ska song the whole time and only Jer knew it. - Me, every single time
Please let this get millions of views, off to an awesome start. Always loved this song and this version made me love it more. Ur energy is everything bro *crosses fingers*
Hello TH-cam listeners,
We've come to the point in this cover where those listening on cassette, or records, will have to stand up and grab their phone or sit down at their computer.
In fairness to those listeners, we'll now take a few seconds before we continue to the comments.
Thank you, here they are.
what?
I was really hoping someone had done something like this. You're my hero.
This song was the last of the first half on the album it was recorded for. As a joke, Tom Petty included a recorded message for CD listeners essentially saying “people listening on vinyl and cassette have to flip the record/tape at this point, so we’re including this random message with a few moments of silence in the middle of the CD version to be fair to them”.
@@Jobrill heh I’m just glad someone got it 🤣
@@sebastianaranguibel1443 ah right lol, went right over my head
God damn this is really fuckin good. Never thought a Tom Petty song would translate this well into ska
Hearing that opening part played as a horn line just makes so much sense and I'm amazed I never made that connection.
Very bosstones esque
Didn't the bostones cover it?
That keyboard solo at the end tho
My love for boomer rock AND ska melted into one?? This rules, omg! You rule!!
That feel change on the 2nd verse hits just right.
That organ feature holy shit
My absolute favorite Thomas tune, now an absolutely INSTANT classic by my hero Jer. So unbelievably good. The horns. The keyboard solo. The absolutely flawless groove. Incredible work!
i dunno why calling him thomas is so funny to me
thomas the tune engine
Always tough to decide whether the ones that sound like the song has always been wanting to be ska are better, or the ones that feel like a truly new take on the song are better.
This one, somehow, feels like both? Like you stepped into an alternate universe where this IS the version of the song. Amazing job as always!
My favorite part of this video is watching Jer's water bottle on the right twist as they cut between shots. Oh and the absolute RIPPIN banger they turned this into!
2:00 They said the thing!
It could be that I'm just on mushrooms right now, but that breakdown fucking slapped
You straight up killed this one, brother! Love it! I bet Tom is up by the Pearly Gates skankin away to this with some of his Wilbury friends.
I heard this song on the radio today, and thought it would be great as a ska song. THANK YOU for bringing this to life!!!
One Gainesville legend meets another! Love it!!!
A ska cover of Free Falln' could break the internet ⚾🖥️
Good shit my man
2:02 “now i’m picking it up”. how appropriate 😁😁
AMAZING. Somebody please show this to Mike Campbell! RIP Tom Petty ❣
I knew this song would slap in ska!
Last year, I asked Agent Jay how much it would cost to get the Slackers to cover this song for me 😂. This is great too 🥳
There are times when you just run out of superlatives, and you've done it.
Thank you for this, The world is a better, more joyful place for it.
*sees title* Oh really? I wonder how *ten seconds in* Absolutely, of course. This was a ska song the whole time and only Jer knew it.
- Me, every single time
Probably my favorite Tom Petty song, and man it translates beautifully into ska style! Your work always blows me away.
Please let this get millions of views, off to an awesome start. Always loved this song and this version made me love it more. Ur energy is everything bro *crosses fingers*
Literally everything about this song is perfect for ska. Amazing.
0:53 that groovy dancing = my joy at this cover :D
This is as good as the original, which is the highest compliment one can give when it comes to Tom Petty covers
When the San Andreas sound track meets THPS soundtrack
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater: San Andreas needs to get made
Yoooo, you keep creating these Venn diagram overlaps I never knew I needed in my life! Grew up with Tom Petty, and this gem makes me so HAPPY!
Whenever hear the original of this song all I think of is spending hours first learning and then just flying through GTA San Andreas.
Great cover.
This slaps so hard it breaks my heart.
Turned it into the perfect summer jam
Damn, this one works so well! Those chorus vocal harmonies are super good in particular.
Awesome, Tom would be proud that you totally rocked out with that key board, hahaha, great stuff!
banger
Any upload you make immediately makes me smile and wanna dance!!!
Jer is a generational talent. Freakin' amazing.
Support his Patreon! 🤘🏻😎
Holy shit, this slaps so hard.
wow the keys at 3:00 are sick
Damn, that keyboard work was so cool. Another banger!
I didn't know I needed this in my life.
I love tom petty and I love ska. This was amazing.
This might be my favorite one yet
HOLY WOW, that keyboard work, though!! Amazing job!
YESSSSSSS.
/weeps in Nemo
Hell yeah!!! Good times!!!!!
This is so gooood! Serotonin level 💯
Holy shit 🔥🔥🔥
Excellent!
Another certified banger, Jer.
Fantastic job man! Thanks for reigniting my passion for ska!
As a Petty fan, I can say you really kicked ass on this version. This is easily in the top 3 of your covers. Keep up the good work.
Always enjoy your energy.
Absolute legend
Happy birthday to me! Skatune Network cover drop is a great present. Thanks Jer!
You're doing gods work
What an amazing version... You are a true master 👍
🔥🔥🔥
That keyboard solo! Shades of Cory Henry, you were in the zone and having a great time with it! Loved it.
Holy shit ❤
DUUUUUUDE yeeeEESSSSSS
Holy poo, ska, punk and tom petty will never die as long as this dude lives.
Damn Jer. This one ripps!
Bruh, keyboard solo. Pure fire. 🔥
God damn this sounds like a Mustard Plug homage too. Another 11/10 for Jer
Amazing!!!
Loving It!!!
Oh man, instantly. That brass goes hard!! 🤌
I was instantly hooked. Great cover.
Cool!
This is only Tom Petty song I like so I love this! Great cover!
I love watching his water bottle shift in every new shot
This is unreal, you did such a good job with a classic! You're amazing, thank you for being a ska ambassador!
is it weird that I sing along to the end credits song and get it in my head sometimes?
Heck yeah!!
The keyboard solo, though... 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Beyond dank
Bro, I dig all of your stuff, but that one was standout good! Keep em coming! Much love!
gainesville baby
What a talent!
Yo this is one I never would have expected, this is so dope!!
HELL YEAH 😤
I LOVE NASCAR
FUCK YESSSSSSSSSSSS
This is amazing!!!!!
Great work here! Love this cover. So upbeat.
I like...
Love it! Good choice 🔥
Always fire! Keep up the great work!
Love from Gainesville. This is great!
As a fellow gainesvillian, thank you!
I like this so much better than the original!
Crikey!
FInally some tom petty. Really Sounds Tight!
You watch your mouth! Lol
2:30 I have a new wiggle meme image to use.
That keyboard solo, tho
Right, that's that, then. Subbing to your patreon.
Hmm, a ska version of Tom Petty. Would that make this a.... Tom Ska?
Those horns tho.
Tom Petty. Gainesville ska.
Heh... another one ya knocked out of the park. SKA IS NOT DEAD!
😭 😭
I jammed to this with my mom
How'd I miss this one til now? Thanks YT algo 😒