The trickery/artistry on this one runs deeper than many people realize. The chord progression is taken directly from Pachobel's Canon in D. He rolls up & tells us he is just here to schmooze us, but we're going to love it. He isn't wrong.
That one bar was actually a TRIPLE entendre! "No matter how much Peter loved her, what made the Pan refuse to grow, was that the Hook brings you back". So, it was a Peter Pan reference AND the two meanings you said!
This song is a satire of pop music in general. Yeah, he is basically saying the lyrics aren't important as all you need is a musical "hook" to get listeners to listen and buy.
Blue Traveler is an amazing band. John Popper ( Lead vocals and Harmonica ) is a beast, and has jammed with many artists and has a great solo career. You should Google John Popper for more great music.
1000%, i wish all the yt reactions were of the stern version cause that one is by far the best. blows the studio version out of the water for sure, i actually dont like the studio version nearly as much, the stern version is just so raw in the vocals
I understand that he's talking about how some artists don't ever care about the lyrics, the public is only interested in the "Hook" of the song. The shallowness of some people who only listened to the music instead of the lyrics. Another great some from them is "Run Around".
John Popper is a master harmonicist. This bands music often has messages & parodies within. They are all musical geniuses, as well. Thank you for taking your time & hearing what he was singing. =)
Yooo! You did Hook! This is amazing! Looking forward to seeing this! Just finished it! It was awesome man! Glad to see that you got the point of the song. It was a bit unfortunate that this particular video wasn’t exactly the best example of the song but that is MY fault! Hope you enjoyed the harmonica as much as I enjoyed watching your reaction 💪🏼.
He lowered his voice in this video while he was singing to the children on purpose. If you watch the Howard stern live version he did not lower his voice.
Great ears Shon! That's EXACTLY what he was saying!! lol ... This was fun... but for the record.. he is playing/singing this song too fast. The original is a bit slower! You should check out studio version! Oh.. You should also check out his song "Run Around"
Dude i love you. I came across your reaction and i loved how you got the double entandre, or the fact that the whole song is a troll on how people do not really listen to what is being said, instead they listen to the hook. Awesome reaction!!!!
Ya I remember seeing these guys in concert. The singer (I think its John Popper) used to wear a whole harmonica vest...must have carried like 50 harmonicas in it.
“Suck it in, suck it in, suck it in Like you’re Rin Tin Tin or Anne Boleyn.” A classic line! It’s right up there with Bob Dylan’s, “Don’t want to be a bum, You better chew gum, The pump don’t work cause the vandals took the handles”
for what its worth, first time seeing your channel. Liked your reaction within the first min, subscribed at your reaction with John and the kids! Gonna check out some more stuff! Thank you!
I am watching him sing to these kids who have NO idea what the song is about... I can feel, as he sings, his loathing of the absurdity of song choice to sing .... face to face ... with THESE kiddos...THIS song...maybe I'm just drunk...but Fk. It's just...THE ULTIMATE ICK,... And just further proves the deeper meaning to the song.... Which only makes it more poignant... And relevant...and true...and the audience is truly embodying what the Powerful feel about All The Rest Of Us Normal Folk... But the hoooooook briiiiiiings yoooou baaaaack..... JohnPopper is a ruttin' GENUIS!
lmfao bro, he's singing to mentally disabled people... so if there's anybody that maybe you could give a bit of a pass to for not understanding the layers of irony and meaning behind the song, its them hahaha. id be more critical of all the youtube reaction channels that just listen to this song and go "yeah i liked it, wow, the harmonica was crazy" and it goes right over their head and they supposedly aren't mentally disabled hahahah
It's Wendy LOL Peter Pan and Wendy and Captain Hook. Check out Dave Matthews Band's What Would You Say (w/ John Popper) Popper does a 2.5 minute harmonica solo.
I remember this dude was the first person that I didn't know who made me cry as a kid. The interview went over how he didn't appear in his music videos cause he thought people wouldn't wanna listen to an obese lead singer.
I would’ve loved to see a mashup with John Popper and Biggie!!! After John does his rhyme at the end , how about a Biggie verse? “Big Popper and Big Poppa”!!
The studio version would have been a better reaction. On the album, the song sounds clear, and his voice is amazing. I get that reactors want to see the live versions, but those versions are not the way we heard these songs growing up, and I think most people want to see reactors react to the same music we heard, not some performance, that may or may not capture a great feel. There were lots of live albums throughout the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s, but they usually paled in comparison to what the producers and bands did in the studio. Studios were trying to squeeze out some more money, they were not trying to give the people who missed the concert a thrill. When it came to great concerts, you really had to be there. Frampton Comes Alive, and that killer Phil Collins performance of In the Air Tonight, from The 2004 tour, are possible exceptions. Anyway, I'm glad you got the point of the song. It's just not a good version of it.
the mastery of this song....you know this song even if you dont know this song, its played at damn near every wedding and graduation. look up panchebel's canon in D....this entire song is that classical tune reimagined. on another note, this entire song is explaining how we are controlled ina sense by music...mk ultra. this song is more important than many realize. he explains one of the many ways we, the "sheep" are kept controlled and in line through music. this song is the ultimate redpill.
Alanis Morissette plays harmonica on Hand In My Pocket and in Head Over Feet. I know you've reacted to some of her stuff but there are great harmonica solos on those songs.
you have to listen to the line before the Peter one... its a pun of a double entandra- he tells you hes going to confuse the issue by bringing up "familiar heroes of long ago"
I suggest a smoky, hot, slow, groove by, The Eagles, “I Can’t Tell You Why”. The video of them in the studio. I think it’s an official version with great audio.
Shon, if you enjoy the harmonic, you have to listen to "Whammer Jammer" by J. Geiles band. Pretty sure you've never heard anything like it. Also "Runaway" live by Bonnie Raitt. Crazy harmonica playing.
A studio version would be even more distinguishable for you, but you got it. For a song where every riff is an incredible HOOK, check out Kansas "Carry On My Wayward Son".
You're in a tough spot. Anything you add to the wall behind you now will stand out. You can't keep it white unless you're waiting for that TH-cam plaque. I hope you get it, good luck!
People really dont hear the words of songs. If they did they would know a lot more of whats going on in the world. Hes saying as long as the Hook is good, dont matter what he says. most people dont hear lyrics anyway, or try to understand them.
Yea. If people wanted to know stuff they’d improve their reading comprehension. But, in 2023 40% of high school students can’t pass a reading comprehension test.
The point kinda is he doesn't think it should all be about the hook and i don't think it should either. Th hook is often the shallowest part of the song...thats why its all you need these days hence the irony in the song. Its a fucking masterpiece.
The trickery/artistry on this one runs deeper than many people realize. The chord progression is taken directly from Pachobel's Canon in D.
He rolls up & tells us he is just here to schmooze us, but we're going to love it. He isn't wrong.
That one bar was actually a TRIPLE entendre! "No matter how much Peter loved her, what made the Pan refuse to grow, was that the Hook brings you back". So, it was a Peter Pan reference AND the two meanings you said!
Capt Hook... just in case
100% - it's cheeky, and it's meta.
It took me 25 years to understand the genius of this song, and you got it in one. They actually teach this song in music theory classes.
He showed he plays for the people,not mtv or corporate.
Popper is the man.
"Suck it in³" whether you're a queen or a dog, the hook will byb.
This is one of my all-time favorite songs, ever.
This song is a satire of pop music in general. Yeah, he is basically saying the lyrics aren't important as all you need is a musical "hook" to get listeners to listen and buy.
It's very rare that I see somebody who loves harmonica. Big props there
Blue Traveler is an amazing band. John Popper ( Lead vocals and Harmonica ) is a beast, and has jammed with many artists and has a great solo career. You should Google John Popper for more great music.
This is what true talent sounds like when no auto tune smothers it👍🏻🤗
His best performance of this song that i've heard is when he visits the Howard Stern Show.
He sound even more incredible on that one
Absolutely!! That performance is fire
1000%, i wish all the yt reactions were of the stern version cause that one is by far the best. blows the studio version out of the water for sure, i actually dont like the studio version nearly as much, the stern version is just so raw in the vocals
I understand that he's talking about how some artists don't ever care about the lyrics, the public is only interested in the "Hook" of the song. The shallowness of some people who only listened to the music instead of the lyrics. Another great some from them is "Run Around".
you got it
Great band! Great reaction! Try Dave Mathews Band as well. Amazing talent
John Popper is a master harmonicist. This bands music often has messages & parodies within. They are all musical geniuses, as well. Thank you for taking your time & hearing what he was singing. =)
This song is dope and he sings his ass off!
Great reaction! I'm about to see Blues Traveler 7 times in the next 10 days! Rock on BT!
Yeah!! He killed it! Gorgeous! He runnin' through life... o.. but heart hooks you.❤
Yooo! You did Hook! This is amazing! Looking forward to seeing this!
Just finished it! It was awesome man! Glad to see that you got the point of the song. It was a bit unfortunate that this particular video wasn’t exactly the best example of the song but that is MY fault! Hope you enjoyed the harmonica as much as I enjoyed watching your reaction 💪🏼.
studio version will leave you weak bro, its dope. the harmonica is cleaner and his voice is picked up much better.
He lowered his voice in this video while he was singing to the children on purpose. If you watch the Howard stern live version he did not lower his voice.
did you notice his vest? he's got about 10 different harmonicas in different keys. John Popper is a great harmonica player!
oops he's not wearing his vest in this one.
Great ears Shon! That's EXACTLY what he was saying!! lol ... This was fun... but for the record.. he is playing/singing this song too fast. The original is a bit slower! You should check out studio version! Oh.. You should also check out his song "Run Around"
4:40 That's a Peter Pan, Captain Hook reference as well my guy. js
Dude i love you. I came across your reaction and i loved how you got the double entandre, or the fact that the whole song is a troll on how people do not really listen to what is being said, instead they listen to the hook. Awesome reaction!!!!
Shon, your real man. I enjoy your reactions brother.
Ya I remember seeing these guys in concert. The singer (I think its John Popper) used to wear a whole harmonica vest...must have carried like 50 harmonicas in it.
The studio version of this is amazing too.
“Suck it in, suck it in, suck it in
Like you’re Rin Tin Tin or Anne Boleyn.”
A classic line! It’s right up there with Bob Dylan’s, “Don’t want to be a bum, You better chew gum,
The pump don’t work cause the vandals took the handles”
The studio version would knock your socks off.
for what its worth, first time seeing your channel. Liked your reaction within the first min, subscribed at your reaction with John and the kids! Gonna check out some more stuff! Thank you!
I will be seeing Blues Traveler in July. Was supposed to see them last month but unfortunately John Popper was sick. Can't wait!
I saw them in 97. They put on a great show!
You need to check out Rod Piazza and mighty Flyers. Murder in the first degree. Rod Piazza is the vocalist and he's an excellent harmonica player too.
Look at his vest he has at least 50 of them in a vest. He's a harmonica genius, John Popper.
Great reaction! Love the energy!! Suggestion - Fantastic harmonica and piano is Billy Joel Piano Man. Iconic harmonica - iconic song
Tommy JOHANSSON song....ALONE 🔥🔥🔥🔥💥
Always have loved John Popper and the Blues Travelers. Was this a Bridge School Benefit Show?
I am watching him sing to these kids who have NO idea what the song is about...
I can feel, as he sings, his loathing of the absurdity of song choice to sing .... face to face ... with THESE kiddos...THIS song...maybe I'm just drunk...but Fk. It's just...THE ULTIMATE ICK,... And just further proves the deeper meaning to the song.... Which only makes it more poignant... And relevant...and true...and the audience is truly embodying what the Powerful feel about All The Rest Of Us Normal Folk... But the hoooooook briiiiiiings yoooou baaaaack.....
JohnPopper is a ruttin' GENUIS!
lmfao bro, he's singing to mentally disabled people... so if there's anybody that maybe you could give a bit of a pass to for not understanding the layers of irony and meaning behind the song, its them hahaha. id be more critical of all the youtube reaction channels that just listen to this song and go "yeah i liked it, wow, the harmonica was crazy" and it goes right over their head and they supposedly aren't mentally disabled hahahah
Loved this! Great vid 😘💕
Yes! Do the studio version.
Listen, this is one of the greatest songs of all time and John Popper is everything!
Wooohoo! Thanks-total awesome traveler~
I love how excited you got about the Peter Pan thing 😂 I love it
This song is %100 pure genius
and a live version! if you'd never really heard this, it is like "damn that's unique!" there really is nothing like them
It's Wendy LOL Peter Pan and Wendy and Captain Hook.
Check out Dave Matthews Band's What Would You Say (w/ John Popper) Popper does a 2.5 minute harmonica solo.
Harmonica is very underrated indeed I agree
I remember this dude was the first person that I didn't know who made me cry as a kid. The interview went over how he didn't appear in his music videos cause he thought people wouldn't wanna listen to an obese lead singer.
And this Hook did bring me back 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Great Video ❤❤❤❤
I love the harmonica too! If you haven't reacted to The Hollies - “He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother”, it has an iconic harmonica intro.
Every single Lifetime Movie Network movie where the underdog wins this song played in the credits in 90s. Good times.
Its a great criticism of the music industry and songwriting at the time while throwing great lines between the gibberish.
I would’ve loved to see a mashup with John Popper and Biggie!!! After John does his rhyme at the end , how about a Biggie verse? “Big Popper and Big Poppa”!!
If you like the harmonica check out Led Zeppelin’s “When the Levee Breaks” you will LOVE it.
Great reaction! New subscriber here. 👋
The studio version would have been a better reaction. On the album, the song sounds clear, and his voice is amazing. I get that reactors want to see the live versions, but those versions are not the way we heard these songs growing up, and I think most people want to see reactors react to the same music we heard, not some performance, that may or may not capture a great feel. There were lots of live albums throughout the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s, but they usually paled in comparison to what the producers and bands did in the studio. Studios were trying to squeeze out some more money, they were not trying to give the people who missed the concert a thrill. When it came to great concerts, you really had to be there. Frampton Comes Alive, and that killer Phil Collins performance of In the Air Tonight, from The 2004 tour, are possible exceptions. Anyway, I'm glad you got the point of the song. It's just not a good version of it.
If you Love harmonica you definitely found the right person to listen to I seen this guy in concert like six times and it was a great time
Masterly done ❤
Train,Train. Blackfoot!
The intro is the guitar player/singers grandfather.
I recognize those kids from a pearl jam video. Same concert I conclude.
the mastery of this song....you know this song even if you dont know this song, its played at damn near every wedding and graduation. look up panchebel's canon in D....this entire song is that classical tune reimagined. on another note, this entire song is explaining how we are controlled ina sense by music...mk ultra. this song is more important than many realize. he explains one of the many ways we, the "sheep" are kept controlled and in line through music. this song is the ultimate redpill.
Howlin Wolf "smokestack lightning "
Do the studio! One of the best songs eva!
Check out the studio version that last version is a good one
SUCH A GREAT SONG!
I love this song!
This was so wholesome all around.
The song Electric Worry by Clutch has some good harmonica in it.
A straight masterpiece
The Long Way Home by Supertramp has a great harmonica section :)
Double Entendre! Booya! Nice!
You Definitely need to do Dave Matthew’s Band “Ants Marching”
If you want harmonica do Ryan Bingham, South Side of Heaven. The live at Telluride version is my favorite.
I think you'd enjoy Runaround, too.
Alanis Morissette plays harmonica on Hand In My Pocket and in Head Over Feet. I know you've reacted to some of her stuff but there are great harmonica solos on those songs.
You picking up on the Peter Pan reference was it bro
you have to listen to the line before the Peter one... its a pun of a double entandra- he tells you hes going to confuse the issue by bringing up "familiar heroes of long ago"
If you like the harmonica listen to the Doobie Brothers long train running!!
Peter is Pan and the hook was from Cpt. Hook...⚓
Please check out MR. TAMBORINE MAN LIVE by Bob Dylan ...for more harmonica
If you dig the harmonica, check out "Piano Man" by Billy Joel. A bit older song, but a classic and some decent harmonica work.
If you dig harmonica check out “But Anyway” from Blues Travelers first album. 🤯
I suggest a smoky, hot, slow, groove by, The Eagles, “I Can’t Tell You Why”. The video of them in the studio. I think it’s an official version with great audio.
Carolina Blues!!!!! You are Welcome
Shon, if you enjoy the harmonic, you have to listen to "Whammer Jammer" by J. Geiles band. Pretty sure you've never heard anything like it. Also "Runaway" live by Bonnie Raitt. Crazy harmonica playing.
A studio version would be even more distinguishable for you, but you got it. For a song where every riff is an incredible HOOK, check out Kansas "Carry On My Wayward Son".
You should try Black Sabbath the Wizard. It's a great song with harmonica in it
Facts. An underrated classic, that one.
He wrote a whole song saying nothing to prove that if the hook is good, the song will be a hit 🤣
I’m white, so I heard everything the second time listening.
I’m also a BTnH fan, so you ‘now how many times I’ve heard E. 1999 Eternal.
Run around by this very same group is also amazing. Please listen to Avi Kaplan’s solo career stuff!
You have to check out Simple Song by the Shins. Crank it up
Do the music video it will help understand it. He’s got barrrzzz
MORE BLUE'S TRAVELER BRO!!!
Bro, Check out Shine Down By GodSmack great on Hermonica!
You're in a tough spot. Anything you add to the wall behind you now will stand out. You can't keep it white unless you're waiting for that TH-cam plaque. I hope you get it, good luck!
To react to this u need lyrics and the studio version. Really missing out to not have both
People really dont hear the words of songs. If they did they would know a lot more of whats going on in the world. Hes saying as long as the Hook is good, dont matter what he says. most people dont hear lyrics anyway, or try to understand them.
Yea. If people wanted to know stuff they’d improve their reading comprehension. But, in 2023 40% of high school students can’t pass a reading comprehension test.
Please check out "But Anyways".
Here I got a interesting one for you Marilyn Manson dope show.
The point kinda is he doesn't think it should all be about the hook and i don't think it should either. Th hook is often the shallowest part of the song...thats why its all you need these days hence the irony in the song. Its a fucking masterpiece.
His best harmonica solo is No Woman No Cry with Ziggy Marley - th-cam.com/video/9zk0HFG5mDw/w-d-xo.html
Yes this is great but you need to hear studio version alone with lyrics!