People called him a coward & "yellow" (another word for being cowardly) because he never fought back even when bullied. He wanted to honor his promise to his dying father. But just because he didn't fight doesn't mean he can't (or won't if pushed). It is strongly implied that the 3 Gatlin boys raped Becky, not just slapped her around while he was at work. They knew that Tommy wouldn't stand up to them, so they thought they could do whatever they wanted, even that vile act. But going after the one innocent & defenseless person he loved the most was the final straw. As the saying goes, "No more Mr. Nice Guy" Yes, most of the time you should walk away because most folks are just stupid, but there are rare moments when you have to make a stand, for the ones you love. They actually made a TV movie based on this film. Kenny Rogers is a master story teller, another great one to check out is called "Lucille" (it's got one hell of a catchy chorus that will get you singing along too). 😊
The two times "Everyone considered him the coward of the county" are sung, it's giving very different messages. The first time establishes Tommy's apparent personality, that he is not a confrontational man, apparently impossible to provoke, even through his teens and twenties. I think the real emphasis the second time it's sung is the word 'considered'. They used to consider him a coward, but that's now a statement of the past, not the present. They no longer think he's a coward, because he has proven conclusively that he is not. He went into that fight outnumbered and inexperienced in violence, but even in a public place, those handicaps did not stop him from attaining at least a measure of justice for Becky.
Love Kenny Rogers music from when he was with the First Edition (60's-70's) to his solo career. He was a great story teller in many of his songs like "Coward Of The County" & "The Gambler". He had so many hits "Lady", "Lucille", "Through the Years", "She Believes In Me", "You & I" (written by the Bee Gees) etc. He did a lot of duets such as with Kim Carnes "Don't Fall In Love With A Dreamer", with Sheena Easton "We've Got Tonight" & with Dolly Parton "Islands In The Stream". He also did quite a few duets with Dottie West.
I loved your reaction so much I had to come back and watch it again, it doesn't seem like it's been a year ago, but I guess it has, although I may have watched and not commented about it, because your reaction is fabulous! I wish you could get extra points for every time I watch it all the way through to the end, I'd watch it every day for you!
It's a great message. You don't have to fight to be a man, but sometimes you have to fight when you're a man. They got off easy. I guess I am not as nice a guy as Tommy. He let them live, or at least it was implied he did. Then again, it is open.....I dunno now. Huh.
Anyone else just wanna hold Becky in a massive comforting hug? 😢
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This is absolutely worth watching MEN watch this song ...
They made a movie based on this song Kenny Rogers played the part of the uncle. It is called Coward of the County.
I think the phrase I'm not locked in here with you but it is the fact that you are now locked in here with me applies to this situation
People called him a coward & "yellow" (another word for being cowardly) because he never fought back even when bullied. He wanted to honor his promise to his dying father. But just because he didn't fight doesn't mean he can't (or won't if pushed). It is strongly implied that the 3 Gatlin boys raped Becky, not just slapped her around while he was at work. They knew that Tommy wouldn't stand up to them, so they thought they could do whatever they wanted, even that vile act. But going after the one innocent & defenseless person he loved the most was the final straw. As the saying goes, "No more Mr. Nice Guy"
Yes, most of the time you should walk away because most folks are just stupid, but there are rare moments when you have to make a stand, for the ones you love. They actually made a TV movie based on this film. Kenny Rogers is a master story teller, another great one to check out is called "Lucille" (it's got one hell of a catchy chorus that will get you singing along too). 😊
“And they were wrong!!!!” :) Lol, you are so much fun! 💜
The two times "Everyone considered him the coward of the county" are sung, it's giving very different messages. The first time establishes Tommy's apparent personality, that he is not a confrontational man, apparently impossible to provoke, even through his teens and twenties. I think the real emphasis the second time it's sung is the word 'considered'. They used to consider him a coward, but that's now a statement of the past, not the present. They no longer think he's a coward, because he has proven conclusively that he is not. He went into that fight outnumbered and inexperienced in violence, but even in a public place, those handicaps did not stop him from attaining at least a measure of justice for Becky.
This song always gives me a chill❤❤❤
I'm sorry but when he said Shit, he made me cracked up laughing. 😂
Love Kenny Rogers music from when he was with the First Edition (60's-70's) to his solo career. He was a great story teller in many of his songs like "Coward Of The County" & "The Gambler". He had so many hits "Lady", "Lucille", "Through the Years", "She Believes In Me", "You & I" (written by the Bee Gees) etc. He did a lot of duets such as with Kim Carnes "Don't Fall In Love With A Dreamer", with Sheena Easton "We've Got Tonight" & with Dolly Parton "Islands In The Stream". He also did quite a few duets with Dottie West.
Lol whipper snapper! My grandpa used to say that..how cute. Love it
Greatest story teller
Lol it is just like watching a movie!💞✌️
Awesome reaction! I love watching the glee on reactors' faces when they realize Tommy isn't walking away! New subscriber here:)
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❤❤❤love love love your reactions! ❤I think your my favorite reactor! Cuz you follow the stories perfectly 🥰
Dude. You have to react to Kenny's song Lucille. It's another great storytelling song.
I loved your reaction so much I had to come back and watch it again, it doesn't seem like it's been a year ago, but I guess it has, although I may have watched and not commented about it, because your reaction is fabulous! I wish you could get extra points for every time I watch it all the way through to the end, I'd watch it every day for you!
Thank you so much!!
Thank you for the heart, I appreciate it very much!
@@oksceez You are most welcome! Have an awesome day!
One of my faves of KR is The Greatest. You gotta listen to the very end. Sweet little twist.
Just now seeing you. Glad you are checking out all kinds of music! Love your personality and got a beautiful smile too!!!
Hell yeah... Tommy's taking care of this crap... You hurt Becky... gotta stand up for your woman
Amazing reaction ❤️
Tread with caution😂😂😂
Watchin a movie with you !
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Great reaction my brotha,👍✊
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isnt it strange how different the first and second chorus sound?
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Another good story teller is Reba McEntire, can you react to her singing Fancy
STORY TELLER SCEEZ
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Don’t know if you know that this is a movie with the same name and Kenny is in it and the song is a telling of the movie
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It's a great message. You don't have to fight to be a man, but sometimes you have to fight when you're a man. They got off easy. I guess I am not as nice a guy as Tommy. He let them live, or at least it was implied he did. Then again, it is open.....I dunno now. Huh.
Interesting
They all would of been for Becky,,, all three of them
And they was wrong ❤
mpw yopuse cant leave
Why do keep pausing the music and talking to much
It's a reaction video watch just the video if you don't want the comentry