This song grabs me by the balls and makes me cry hard. I was addicted to heroin seven years and went through these exact emotions during my divorce at that point in my life. I’m remarried now, sober seven years, and my wife had my/our first child. A little gal named Cora has changed my world 150%.
*"I'm the kind of love it hurts to look at."* Damn!! The pain sears my heart every time I play this song. It sucks to imagine the situation that led John to write the line. But think about the strength he has to perform it.
This song is beautifully painful to listen to for me because this was my marriage. His song Cherokee has a verse that says “I’ve given up on ever being well”, that one stings as well.
As a singer songwriter myself, I wish I'd have penned these lyrics: "Take me to the times where We'd look up to the skies and Climb up there and draw the thunder down" Pure genius.
Back road blues, from the hearts healing and minds troubled. The music from inside the damaged for the damaged so that they may have a guide along the way. Broken men and women trying to write out their battles on paper to release their grip from their souls. This is the most pure form of sharing experience that was hard.
After seven decades of life, we have many memories and feelings that are repressed. This man reaches in to expose them to the light. When I hear his music I am greatful. Thank you.
"I'm the kind of love it hurts to look at".....yeah no explanation needed on my part.....this is the coldest lyric in the book for so many reasons one could never fully explain.......if you know you know
This song moves me deeply, every time. I discovered him for the first time live. It killed me. He was playing on a double bill with Will Johnson. Anfortunately John didn't have records or else I would have snatched up a whole bunch right there on the spot. I've listened to the entire High on Tulsa Heat album almost exclusively, over and over, for the past few days. I'm not so sure i can get enough of his music.
I saw John Moreland live at the Paramount Arts in Ashland Kentucky in 2016. he opened for Jason Isbell and he blew me away. His music was and is amazing. my son discovered him a few years later and shared alot of his music, made me a proud mom to know that love of real lyrical music is alive. Thanks for sharing this.
I found this song at 5am one morning. I started to heal from narcissistic abuse after hearing that song. I also heard blacklist by him the same morning. Man I was hurting. I cried all-day. The next day I learnt both of them and haven't looked back. Thank god for the bleeding hearts of the artists. Pure 🔥
Discovered this guy last year, and I think he's just amazing. His lyrics are incredible, and you can feel every word the way he sings them. To be honest, his lyrics reminds me of some that Bob Dylan could have wrote, and that means a lot. A line like "I'm so damn good at sorrow", dear lord ! Great artist
I have watched your reaction on this many times, you are great! I'm from sweden, and I saw john in a small bar with a small stage, and I got a chance to sit and talk to him for 30 minutes on a bench behind the bar, I was a fan for a year maybe before this, and he is so friendly, easy to talk to for an introvert like me
"There is pain in this song', you said it well and you can feel it dripping out of his songs. Sometimes you'll see an artist sing a song like this with a smile on their face, and there's a total disconnect with the words being said and the emotional state of the person singing them. John feels every word coming out of his mouth each and every time he sings these songs.
As a fellow Oklahoman I’m glad you did this reaction, such a good person reacting to another really good person. Keep doing you and keep growing brother
I'm also from Oklahoma. John is an awesome guy. He used to be in a lot of metal bands before he went solo. He is an awesome song writer. Should definitely check out more of his stuff.
@@fuckgoogle6047 Elephant is a real gut punch of a song but not one I can listen to very often. Songs She Sang in the Shower, Last of my Kind, Live Oak, Streetlights, or Cover Me Up are probably my favourites but there are so many to choose from. His live performances are sometimes better than the studio versions.
I found John Moreland’s music through TH-cam two or three years ago, this was the first song I heard and I was floored. Then I listened through all the records on Spotify and they’re ALL GREAT. Sometimes I will have to take a break from them because they’re so intense emotionally to listen to. It’s clear that he has a religious background and lost his faith in that way of preaching Christianity, but I think he is doing more for broken hearts than any preacher ever done. Heavenly choirs and fluffy wings never touched my heart, but this man bathe my heart in cleansing tears.
Just realized this, it’s almost as if he is praying to a degree. “Come down from your mountain oh I miss your holy shoutin, these days I can’t make you make a sound”. Almost a sense of abandonment from God. By far one of the most lonesome/solemn/melancholy songs.
Well hot shit. I didn't know you were an okie as well. John is from tulsa I think. He used to play in punk bands years ago. But this is where he really shines.
@@thebiglindy John is playing in may in OKC at the tower theatre if you are interested. I think he is also in Tulsa around the same time if thats closer to ya.
Hey brother! Cheers from Oklahoma! Man... Everything you said is so spot on. So glad I found your channel, especially from such an amazing song as this. I've met John a few times after shows he did in OKC, and he is such an incredible person. Hope all is well with you!
This was purely awesome. A rare breed of a true artist. Brother you should also check out Benjamin Tod (Also his band with his wife 'Lost Dog Street Band) if no one else has already brought that to your attention. Like Moreland , Benjamin writes and sings from a deep personal experience and isn't afraid to show the world the demons he has fought/fights and how it's affected his relationship. Whether you do a reaction to Ben's music or just a listen for yourself I'm sure you will enjoy his art. I was never really a country fan ( more of an old school punk) but damn Ben's music captivated me because like sooo many others you can relate to his hurt and pain one way or another.
Bro this is the first time ive heard you and about 45secs in i instantly subscribed...i can tell ur real not like alot of fake ass TH-cam personalities...anyway this dude is one of the best songwriters ive heard, ever
I recently discovered him last year and can’t get enough of this song! I’ve been in a relationship like this before so this song hits me hard! Glad I came across your channel!
I think that line means when you are not as desirable looks or mentally as most but fall in love just the same. I think this is a brilliant poem of of a man who found love and doesn't want to except its loss. He still feels the same way, even offers to change. But she doesn't care for him, enough to cry. I thought it was pretty spelled out though?
All his song are great he is by far the best singer songwriter bar none doing it today and I say this being one myself and love many but he is a Gordon Lightfoot or James Taylor or Harry Chappin of our time now
This video was the first I ever saw of his and then I was hooked. Have you listened to JP Harris and his song Truckstop Amphetamines or Charms and Letters?
I'm new here but if you haven't u really need to check out Benjamin Todd We ain't even kin.... or I'm sorry for the things, the dude can put pain to music better then most. I call him our generations Townes Van Zant. Also hello from canadas east coast!
I discovered John Moreland and specifically this song first during my divorce and every word of it just resonated with me. She was long gone emotionally while I was still thinking I could salvage things. I spent many nights with Jim Beam and John Moreland. If you want some more recommendations, Arlo McKinley or Colter Wall. I think you'll enjoy it.
You should do more reactions to Colter Wall. All of his songs tell a good story. He’s one of the best country writers of all time. He’s ridiculous. Ballad of a Law Abiding Sophisticate is my favorite.
John Moreland is an incredible songwriter! If you’re interested in more of his stuff I would suggest Blacklist, Break my Heart Sweetly, and Love Is Not An Answer. Those are my favorites by him. If you’re looking for other great songwriters I suggest Tyler Childers and Jason Isbell.
Glad to see you listening to Moreland! Maybe some new rap next? Check out $uicideboy$ “My Flaws Burn Through My Skin” and maybe “Materialism As A Means To An End” I bet you’d like them
This song grabbed me and shook me bad. My wife of 18 yrs stepped out of our marriage 2 years ago and I'm still not handling it well. this song messed me up
Hey I’m new to the channel but You should check out Colter Wall, he has some great old fashioned country blues songs and a great murder ballad as well called Kate McCannon!
i'm sorry friend but i don't think that You can compare John with dylan, its just not ok. Dylan took advantage of a rebelious era and made a fortune out of it. John on the other hand is not faking, he's got a story to tell.
To me it sounds like he’s got someone who likes him behind closed doors but don’t wanna be seen out with him. I guess it’s because I’ve been there. Songs just mean different things to different people I guess
Great songwriter, great song... done wonderfully. 10 outa 10.
This song grabs me by the balls and makes me cry hard. I was addicted to heroin seven years and went through these exact emotions during my divorce at that point in my life. I’m remarried now, sober seven years, and my wife had my/our first child. A little gal named Cora has changed my world 150%.
Ironic...I wonder how many million people have cried from this song.
It gets me every damn time I can tell you that much.
It got to me.
This guy's full of emotions and so are you Sir!
*"I'm the kind of love it hurts to look at."* Damn!! The pain sears my heart every time I play this song. It sucks to imagine the situation that led John to write the line. But think about the strength he has to perform it.
This song is beautifully painful to listen to for me because this was my marriage. His song Cherokee has a verse that says “I’ve given up on ever being well”, that one stings as well.
The way he paints pictures with his stories. I also love break my heart sweetly and Cherokee
I don’t know how anyone can listen to this and not cry. Sing along to it, damn it will break you.
John has that audience hanging on every word... It's amazing!
As a singer songwriter myself, I wish I'd have penned these lyrics:
"Take me to the times where
We'd look up to the skies and
Climb up there and draw the thunder down"
Pure genius.
Amazing
One of the best song writers working today. He has a trunk full of songs that will really grab you.
John Moreland is the best contemporary poet/songwriter out there right now.
John Moreland has song after song after song of just brilliant material. he is the best songwriter of the last 60 years no question.
I saw him live with Jason Isbel a couple years ago. Two of my favorite songwriters in one evening. It was amazing.
You about to get the feels my brother.
Back road blues, from the hearts healing and minds troubled. The music from inside the damaged for the damaged so that they may have a guide along the way. Broken men and women trying to write out their battles on paper to release their grip from their souls. This is the most pure form of sharing experience that was hard.
After seven decades of life, we have many memories and feelings that are repressed. This man reaches in to expose them to the light. When I hear his music I am greatful. Thank you.
You need a glass of single malt for this one brother
Sixteen year old Lagavoulin, the salty peat works well with the tears. Cheers.
“Break my heart sweetly” is amazing
The line "I'm the kind of love that hurts to look at" absolutely kills me every time... so fucking heavy.
"I'm the kind of love it hurts to look at".....yeah no explanation needed on my part.....this is the coldest lyric in the book for so many reasons one could never fully explain.......if you know you know
This song moves me deeply, every time. I discovered him for the first time live. It killed me. He was playing on a double bill with Will Johnson. Anfortunately John didn't have records or else I would have snatched up a whole bunch right there on the spot. I've listened to the entire High on Tulsa Heat album almost exclusively, over and over, for the past few days. I'm not so sure i can get enough of his music.
I saw John Moreland live at the Paramount Arts in Ashland Kentucky in 2016. he opened for Jason Isbell and he blew me away. His music was and is amazing. my son discovered him a few years later and shared alot of his music, made me a proud mom to know that love of real lyrical music is alive. Thanks for sharing this.
I found this song at 5am one morning. I started to heal from narcissistic abuse after hearing that song. I also heard blacklist by him the same morning. Man I was hurting. I cried all-day. The next day I learnt both of them and haven't looked back. Thank god for the bleeding hearts of the artists. Pure 🔥
First reaction where I see the guy.. lookin like the guy! Jokes aside.. great video. Cheers
I love Johns songs. ...
I love your channel brother, may God bless you with all the success and protection
I appreciate that!
Discovered this guy last year, and I think he's just amazing. His lyrics are incredible, and you can feel every word the way he sings them. To be honest, his lyrics reminds me of some that Bob Dylan could have wrote, and that means a lot. A line like "I'm so damn good at sorrow", dear lord !
Great artist
I think John Moreland is better than Bob Dylan
John is one of my absolute favorites. He's a true poet. Love your channel, too! Your genuineness and honesty are refreshing. Keep up the good work!
I have watched your reaction on this many times, you are great! I'm from sweden, and I saw john in a small bar with a small stage, and I got a chance to sit and talk to him for 30 minutes on a bench behind the bar, I was a fan for a year maybe before this, and he is so friendly, easy to talk to for an introvert like me
Appreciate it!!!
"There is pain in this song', you said it well and you can feel it dripping out of his songs. Sometimes you'll see an artist sing a song like this with a smile on their face, and there's a total disconnect with the words being said and the emotional state of the person singing them. John feels every word coming out of his mouth each and every time he sings these songs.
As a fellow Oklahoman I’m glad you did this reaction, such a good person reacting to another really good person. Keep doing you and keep growing brother
I'm from Eastern Oklahoma.... That song is awesome but it's also fucking painful....
Subscribed because of this reaction.
Colter Wall- Kate MCcannon
has to be a reaction video soon brother
I'm also from Oklahoma. John is an awesome guy. He used to be in a lot of metal bands before he went solo. He is an awesome song writer. Should definitely check out more of his stuff.
Just discovered another genius . Thanks bro
Thanks for stopping by!!!
Love John Moreland. Jason Isbell is another who can knock you out with his songwriting.
Really? I'm gonna check out this jason you're talking about. Thanks.
@@fuckgoogle6047 Elephant is a real gut punch of a song but not one I can listen to very often. Songs She Sang in the Shower, Last of my Kind, Live Oak, Streetlights, or Cover Me Up are probably my favourites but there are so many to choose from. His live performances are sometimes better than the studio versions.
I found John Moreland’s music through TH-cam two or three years ago, this was the first song I heard and I was floored. Then I listened through all the records on Spotify and they’re ALL GREAT. Sometimes I will have to take a break from them because they’re so intense emotionally to listen to.
It’s clear that he has a religious background and lost his faith in that way of preaching Christianity, but I think he is doing more for broken hearts than any preacher ever done. Heavenly choirs and fluffy wings never touched my heart, but this man bathe my heart in cleansing tears.
Just realized this, it’s almost as if he is praying to a degree. “Come down from your mountain oh I miss your holy shoutin, these days I can’t make you make a sound”. Almost a sense of abandonment from God. By far one of the most lonesome/solemn/melancholy songs.
I don't think he meant it like that
This is one of my favorite songs
Big men unite!!! Love it man. I love his song blacklist. Keep it up brotha
Well hot shit. I didn't know you were an okie as well. John is from tulsa I think. He used to play in punk bands years ago. But this is where he really shines.
Yup, born and bred!
@@thebiglindy John is playing in may in OKC at the tower theatre if you are interested. I think he is also in Tulsa around the same time if thats closer to ya.
Hang me in the tulsa county stars Gods medicine, and 3:59 are next level
Hey brother! Cheers from Oklahoma!
Man... Everything you said is so spot on. So glad I found your channel, especially from such an amazing song as this.
I've met John a few times after shows he did in OKC, and he is such an incredible person.
Hope all is well with you!
Hell yeah man. Gave you a sub on this one. Can't wait to see more of your content
Awesome thank you!
This was purely awesome. A rare breed of a true artist.
Brother you should also check out Benjamin Tod (Also his band with his wife 'Lost Dog Street Band) if no one else has already brought that to your attention. Like Moreland , Benjamin writes and sings from a deep personal experience and isn't afraid to show the world the demons he has fought/fights and how it's affected his relationship. Whether you do a reaction to Ben's music or just a listen for yourself I'm sure you will enjoy his art. I was never really a country fan ( more of an old school punk) but damn Ben's music captivated me because like sooo many others you can relate to his hurt and pain one way or another.
He’s got so many good songs.
Break my heart sweetly
Blacklist
Slow down easy
Hang me in the Tulsa county stars.
He writes and sings beautiful songs.
Bro this is the first time ive heard you and about 45secs in i instantly subscribed...i can tell ur real not like alot of fake ass TH-cam personalities...anyway this dude is one of the best songwriters ive heard, ever
Thanks man. I appreciate the feedback!
John Moreland music helped me thru a difficult period in my life..
I recently discovered him last year and can’t get enough of this song! I’ve been in a relationship like this before so this song hits me hard! Glad I came across your channel!
I think that line means when you are not as desirable looks or mentally as most but fall in love just the same. I think this is a brilliant poem of of a man who found love and doesn't want to except its loss. He still feels the same way, even offers to change. But she doesn't care for him, enough to cry.
I thought it was pretty spelled out though?
Happy songs are for soap commercials
Songs like this are about real life
All his song are great he is by far the best singer songwriter bar none doing it today and I say this being one myself and love many but he is a Gordon Lightfoot or James Taylor or Harry Chappin of our time now
Okie respect far and wide! Just subbed! Glad to find kinfolk on here
Hell yeah. We are around! ... Thanks for the sub!
Have you ever had a chat with John? It been over 2 years since the original post...
Unfortunately not. Maybe some day :)
Hey, man.. I loved this video. I already knew the song, but it was great to see your reaction. Thanks!
Aye, I'm in Oklahoma too. Lol 👊🏼
This video was the first I ever saw of his and then I was hooked. Have you listened to JP Harris and his song Truckstop Amphetamines or Charms and Letters?
No I haven't. But, I'll check them out!!!
I'm new here but if you haven't u really need to check out Benjamin Todd We ain't even kin.... or I'm sorry for the things, the dude can put pain to music better then most. I call him our generations Townes Van Zant. Also hello from canadas east coast!
I discovered John Moreland and specifically this song first during my divorce and every word of it just resonated with me. She was long gone emotionally while I was still thinking I could salvage things. I spent many nights with Jim Beam and John Moreland. If you want some more recommendations, Arlo McKinley or Colter Wall. I think you'll enjoy it.
Thank god Arlo McKinley is being mentioned. He’s sooooooo good
Benjamin Todd. Just pick one you won’t be disappointed
You should do more reactions to Colter Wall. All of his songs tell a good story. He’s one of the best country writers of all time. He’s ridiculous. Ballad of a Law Abiding Sophisticate is my favorite.
Cherokee is another good one by him
John Moreland is an incredible songwriter! If you’re interested in more of his stuff I would suggest Blacklist, Break my Heart Sweetly, and Love Is Not An Answer. Those are my favorites by him. If you’re looking for other great songwriters I suggest Tyler Childers and Jason Isbell.
And if you havent given it a listen yet,his song Hearts too Heavy is awesome too
I just subscribed ❤️
You got to do blacklist. Please.
I'll have to check it out. Thanks!
Glad to see you listening to Moreland! Maybe some new rap next? Check out $uicideboy$ “My Flaws Burn Through My Skin” and maybe “Materialism As A Means To An End” I bet you’d like them
Big feller, you’re finna get cronched! Damn fine songwriter, is John.
(6’ 5”, 300# runt from Kansas blowing out muh tear ducts.)
This song grabbed me and shook me bad. My wife of 18 yrs stepped out of our marriage 2 years ago and I'm still not handling it well. this song messed me up
I hope you are doing well
Hey I’m new to the channel but You should check out Colter Wall, he has some great old fashioned country blues songs and a great murder ballad as well called Kate McCannon!
He's in a Bod Dylan type place--Coming from the heart
i'm sorry friend but i don't think that You can compare John with dylan, its just not ok. Dylan took advantage of a rebelious era and made a fortune out of it. John on the other hand is not faking, he's got a story to tell.
Should also check out carving creases by Casper Allen
Awesome will do!
@@thebiglindy and also Hooverphonic - Mad about you.
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Love this song and you analyzed it perfectly.
Dude, check out Shawn James.... dudes voice is amazing.
Thanks for the suggestion I'll check him out next
To me it sounds like he’s got someone who likes him behind closed doors but don’t wanna be seen out with him. I guess it’s because I’ve been there. Songs just mean different things to different people I guess
Check out Whiskey Myers- Broken Window Serenade
Aaron Lewis- Please acoustic,
Something to remind you acoustic very powerful
Anything from Casper Allen
PLEASE do one on "Lipstick & Cocaine" by Kaz Hawkins
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