I live in the Buffalo-Niagara Falls area and the cross border ties between the two counties have always been real strong here. They used to play here a lot, I think I saw them live six times and they were always great. I think one of the best things about them was that they were VERY Canadian, but I think that was also one of the reason they never really crossed over big in the States. Anyway they are greatly missed. Salute to our friends to the North.
I'm from the US. Was turned onto the hip in the past two years. This is one of the greatest comments I've ever read.... cuz it's sooooooooo true. I am passionate about a lot of things, but nothing more so than music and I am so enthralled with how passionate Canadians are about this band!!! I'm so glad that I have an exited this earth without knowing how awesome these musicians are.
Birmingham Alabama here, discovered THP when this cd came out. They came through town three times since then, and I saw them each time, and once in Atlanta. Love this band, RIP Gord!
@robhugh535 I understand what you're saying, but we are 🇨🇦 🍁 and and keeping them for ourselves but we will definitely let you borrow them from time to time lol RIP .Gord
10 years ago trendy little outdoor beer garden this American says hey how about the hip she say not a fan but your Springsteen he's amazing. Big world huh
When singer-writer of The Hip, Gord Downie, learned he had a terminal brain cancer tumour, he wanted to go on one last tour of Canada with his beloved friends in the band. They announced his condition and the tour. A couple of years ago, TH-cam was full of people reacting to the video of The Hip playing the final song of their final tour ever, in their hometown of Kingston, Ontario. It was so emotional that a lot of reactors were crying, even though they had never before heard of the Tragically Hip. That last song was called "Ahead By a Century", in which Gord hopes that a hundred years hence, we (Canadians) would be better people, in a better country. Do yourselves a favour, if you have not already, and watch and react to "Ahead By a Century" live in Kingston. Beware that there is one video that mostly shows the faces of Canadians in different cities, watching the concert live or on TV (half the country watched the live broadcast). Be careful to watch the video with the actual concert footage, instead. ---OronOfMontreal
That concert was the first Tragically Hip songs I had ever heard. After, I found every damn album and listened for weeks. I was one of those Americans bawling by the last song.
The heartbreak for me was him ending on Ahead by a Century. The last words he sang on stage were "and disappointing you is getting me down. " And you knew he meant it.
@correctlyrics I didn't know it, looked it up after the fact. Lots of these guys avoid research like it's a toxic dump, though not all. If someone gives them the skinny, tea, wotevr, they'll eat it up no doubt, it's a good story. Feel free. Cheers, mate. 😊👍🏼
I am from Miami, which is as far from Canada as you can can get, but I love The Hip! I saw them in concert twice in the 1990s, once in Atlanta and once in Orlando.
I will always remember the Hip's last concert on 20 August 2016 from Kingston, Ontario (band's hometown). The concert was televised live (and free) across Canada. When they got to the part in "Grace Too" where Gord goes into that primal scream section, shouting "No" over and over, I felt his frustration and helplessness as he faced terminal brain cancer. I can only imagine what he was experiencing. But, true to this song's lyrics, he faced this heartbreaking fate "armed with will and determination and grace, too". R.I.P. Gord Downey. 🇨🇦
I watched it at home, and most of my neighbours did too...Most of us had our TVs facing the street, and we sat outside. Little to no traffic on the street, just Gordie saying "so long."
I still can't get over how Amanda Marshall slips through everyone's fingers as a Canadian artist. She is phenomenal but seems to fly under the radar of Alanis, Shania and a few others.
The Hip sang it as their 2nd encore, during their last show. When Gord sang the closing lyrics "Him, Here, Now, Huhh", I heard it as a primal scream coming from him, a scream at this twist of fate that shortened his life... I might be wrong, but to this day I hear that way. RIP Gord.
Bobcaygeon should be next. Especially if they want to dive deeper into its context. The Hip was a great band for making us look at our history. Even the less flattering looks. Wheat Kings would be great too.
The Live SNL version of this performance is awesome. Dan Ackroyd introduced them. Gord was so nervous he forgot the lyrics and instead of saying, “we’re fabulously rich” he said, “We’re Tragically Hip.”
The lyrics allude to a very specific incident. In 1981, there was a 'knock at the door' Police in British Colombia wanted to question Clifford Olsen because Kim Werbecky told police she had been brutally raped and assaulted after getting in a car with a man who promised her work washing windows in Whistler. She was considered an unreliable witness because of her lifestyle and history and the serial killer was eventually released. He used this M.O. before and AFTER this incident to lure young people to their horrible deaths.
I was writing "I always thought it was about a serial killer trying to convince a woman to go with him", then I scrolled down to see if anyone agreed with me, and here you are. 👍
GREAT reaction Amber & Jay!! Thanks for continuing the love for our Canadian constants - The Hip! This is such an awesome tune. HIGHLY recommend my #1 Hip tune - Bobcaygeon! Gord Downie's (RIP) lyrics are just so poetic in it (well, really they are all the time, but the vibe of that song has always hit me!) Cheers from Canada, eh!
One of the best bands ever and for sure this song is an all time favourite. So blessed I was able to see them 9 times live in concert in Belgium. The Hip and Gord 4 ever 🤘🇨🇦
An 80s Toronto new wave band whose lead singer recently passed away, had a one hit I thik you would like. It's an early, syth-based danceloor song and the lead singer was known for his unique dancing (which all tried to copy): "Don't Walk On Past" by Blue Peter.
Amber hits the nail on the head in describing this as atmospheric. And so, when the album came out, I didn't get into it as I had with the earlier ones. In fact, I didn't buy a copy until at least a decade later. It's only after having them open the only concert of theirs I attended with this song, that somehow I finally got into it. Now, it's one of my top five tunes of theirs. And I definitely suggest seeing them perform it live: particularly the last time in Kingston. (That whole concert is available online and I'm sure you would be moved by it like much of Canada and Hip fans around the world were when we watched it live knowing Gord's condition).
I am not sure how many popular songs by the Hip are known outside of Canada, but they have a bunch of songs you can still hear on Canadian radio. THREE PISTOLS, AHEAD BY A CENTURY, & HAPPY HOUR to name a few.
Along the southern shores of Lakes Erie, you might be surprised. Those of us who can get Canadian radio stations love the Hip. All we can say is thanks for sharing ❤
As a years long follower of your content and a proud Canadian, thank you so much for recognizing and celebrating our beloved Canadian Poets I liked the video before even getting through commercials !! We are so proud of our boys , they have layers on top of layers of talent
Grab the vibe man, that's the best you can hope for. I have heard this song many thousands of times, when I listen I can put myself in the place, the words can come out of my mouth, it can put tears in my eyes, but the best I can do is grab hold of the vibe.
So Hard Done by and Pigeon Camera don't get the respect that they deserve. Great songs often overlooked by the more radio friendly songs off of their's.
The Hip, Canadians' pride and joy! You are missing out if you don't take the time to research the lyrics a little, because Gord Downie is a suburb poet-philospoher-songwriter! Other suggestions: 'Locked in the Trunk of a Car', 'Nautical Disaster', 'Blow at High Dough', 'Poets', 'Bobcaygeon', 'Courage', 'Ahead by a Century', '700 Foot Ceiling', 'So Hard Done By'... these would be a good start 😉😁There's a great short documentary about the The Hip and their last bittersweet, blockbuster tour (after Gord was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer) on CBC: Now there's a new full-length feature documentary about The Hip overseen by Gord's brother titled "No Dress Rehearsal", which was just released and previewed at TIFF (the Toronto International Film Festival) to rave reviews. RIP Gord 💙
@@murraytown4 I'm guessing they watched the music video, right? It seems to put off some folks who 'don't get it'; of course, if you don't bother to pay attention to the lyrics, that's not surprising I suppose...
I was telling a friend about 'No Dress rehearsal" the other day and they laughed at me because of the way I said "Re-hear-sal". It just needed to be said that way!
I am a huge music fan thanks to my dad. I’m 53 years old and out of all the old old bands that I was raised on to current bands I cannot find a single band that has stuck together, stayed clean and played SO TIGHT that they’ve never had one single bad show. Best frontman ever. Fabulous human. So blessed to have met him.
One of my all-time favorite bands. Gord was one of the best frontmen and lyricists of all time. Live in Buffalo and was fortunate enough to see them play 3 times. RIP Gord.
Gord's lyrics are deep...he was a poet. The Hip ARE a vibe and that's the best way to listen to them. They never changed who they were to gain bigger financial success State-side and that's 1 of the many reasons they are our band 🇨🇦 RIP Gord 🙏
You've found Canada's greatest treasure and best-kept secret; now it's time for our other gem, Blue Rodeo. "Bad Timing", or "Rose-coloured Glasses" are good starters.
The Hip documentary, "Not a dress rehearsal", premiere at TIFF this September. People singing their songs in the streets while waiting to get in...Very emotional for the rest of the band members and Gord's brother. Enjoy more Hip, please.
One of our Gords. We love them both. This is one of their best songs and the name of the band is in there. I am getting chills already. Every time. Love this band so much.
This song is so deep and so dark, yet it draws you in, making you to want to dive in deeper and understand what this masterpiece of a song is all about. It's origins are based on rape and murder, but the song is absolutely outstanding both musically and lyrically. The Hip are Tragically underrated.
I've been a big fan of the The Hip since the 1990's, and I was lucky enough to see them live multiple times back them. Watching you all enjoy them is a real pleasure.
In SE Michigan we were lucky enough to be able to hear The Hip on Canadian radio (89X out of Windsor). I was lucky enough to see them live at Cobo (where they recorded a live album) and the Palace. Gord shaking a banana at the crowd is an enduring image. He's missed.
If you liked this, hearing a live version is 10 timea better. Especially their final concert before Gord passed, he lets out these gutteral screams that drive into your soul.
They’re from Kingston On Canada. And have so much more that you guys need to react to. They’re a great bunch of guys also (RIP Gord) my daughter and I went to see Stop Making Sense on the rerelease last year, and Robbie Baker (lead guitarist) his wife, and a couple friends sat in front of us, and we chatted with them like it was everyday, good, down to earth Kingstonians, a day I won’t forget for a long time!
Good reaction! I was always a fan of Rob Baker on guitar. For the same type of vibe, I would recommend, "Bobcaygeon" next, and for a more straightforward rock-and-roll vibe, I would recommend, "Blow at High Dough", from the same band.
I've never met a person who doesn't love the hip the moment they hear it for the first time. Our Canadian hidden treasure. RIP Gord, still rockin the hip on the daily,
Had the luxury of watching the hip 3 times live they will always be my favorite band. I put on there music every day. Gord Downy was a awesome entertainer that gave his all four his fans and put on an amazing show every concert
ok guys glad you love the hip, a Canadian treasure. For Rob - the 100th meridian, for lyrics - gift shop, for Amber - mellow Bobcaygeon. check them out.
I'm a Yank who lived close enough to the the border, Bellingham, Washington, in the 90s, and listened exclusively to Canadian radio out of Vancouver. So I heard The Hip as these LPs were dropping. Songs like New Orleans is Sinking, Little Bones, Blow At High Dough, 50 Mission Cap, and At The Hundredth Meridian were and are SOOO amazing.
Always interpreted the ending as: Hymn, Hear, Now, Know, then Him, Here, Now, No. No need to explain it, right! One of my life's pleasures to see them all across the states, where they played in smaller venues than they did in their home country. Met Paul outside the Gothic Theater in Denver as he was looking for a place to buy some beer about an hour before a show.
Probably the greatest Rock Band most of the world doesn't know. Great tune. Their first 6 LPs are all top shelf: Up To Here; Road Apples; Fully Completely; Day For Night; Trouble At The Henhouse; Phantom Power. This tune is the opener on Day For Night.
When it comes to The Tragically Hip, it’s really better to think of them as a folk/folk rock band in a lot of ways. Every song tells a story. A truly Canadian story. When Gord announced his condition, a nation mourned. Then we got to celebrate his life and their accomplishments when they went on a nation wide tour. My wife and I were extremely fortunate enough to catch both of the last shows in Edmonton. The feeling in the building was amazing. All the love pouring out. We watched the final show too. Cheered out loud when Gord dropped the “F” bomb seven times on the CBC and they let it fly. The vast majority of their music is excellent. But a couple of my favorites are Gift Shop and Poets. And look into some of the stories behind the songs. 50 Mission Cap and Wheat Kings
I’ve always loved this one, since it was first released. Hearing it live was even better, it’d bring the whole place down. 🥹 There were times when I couldn’t even hear Gord singing over the crowd. So much awesomeness.
Thanx so much for reacting and enjoying "Grace , Too" by Canada's The Tragically Hip, The Hip. It is a very deep rabbit hole you have entered, but a very rewarding one!!!
"Courage".. "Locked in the Trunk of a Car".. "Blow at high Dough".. "Little Bones".. "So Hard Done By".. "Yer Not the Ocean".. and "The Darkest One" (with video).. Great Hip tunes, and many more.
Another great Canadian band who happen to be discovered by SRV is Colin James and the little big band, with songs like Three Hours Past Midnight, Cadillac Baby or I Just Came Back
The lyrics are about a pimp persuading a new girl to join him for riches and protection. At the end of the song you can hear Gord yell “Pimp”, like a bystander trying to warn the girl what this guy is. An amazing band that produces songs with poetic & provocative lyrics.
Up here north of your border The Hip is all that’s necessary unless the person one’s talking with is foreign then it’s the Tragically Hip. Certainly one of the more interesting groups we’ve dealt out that is best known at home here in 🇨🇦. 😎🍺☮️🇨🇦
Since you two love how this band mixes it up, you should check out Bobcaygeon next. (Pronounced "Bob Cajun"). Totally different vibe, and I think you'll dig the lyrics, Amber.
every time hearing the Hip i get flash backs of being almost sh*t faced, and having a wild drunk n night... course in their very early day the bars they played was the seedy kind know for punk and alt bands. it was when music was going through a change into the next stage of music evolution
As we like to say up here in Canada: "We gave the world RUSH ...But... We kept THE HIP for ourselves "
You also gave justin bieber
@@c1awz Gave *away* - LOL!
@@c1awz nobody's perfect! We tried to give him away honestly...
@@c1awz 🤣😂 Lol, on behalf of Canada, I apologize.
Well said!
Oh heck yea! 🇨🇦 You really can’t imagine what this band means to Canadians unless you’re from here. If Canada were a person its name would be Gord!
For 2 reasons.
I live in the Buffalo-Niagara Falls area and the cross border ties between the two counties have always been real strong here. They used to play here a lot, I think I saw them live six times and they were always great. I think one of the best things about them was that they were VERY Canadian, but I think that was also one of the reason they never really crossed over big in the States. Anyway they are greatly missed. Salute to our friends to the North.
I'm from the US. Was turned onto the hip in the past two years. This is one of the greatest comments I've ever read.... cuz it's sooooooooo true. I am passionate about a lot of things, but nothing more so than music and I am so enthralled with how passionate Canadians are about this band!!! I'm so glad that I have an exited this earth without knowing how awesome these musicians are.
Birmingham Alabama here, discovered THP when this cd came out. They came through town three times since then, and I saw them each time, and once in Atlanta. Love this band, RIP Gord!
@robhugh535 I understand what you're saying, but we are 🇨🇦 🍁 and and keeping them for ourselves but we will definitely let you borrow them from time to time lol RIP .Gord
Biased Canadian here - they are a National Treasure. They tell our stories .Check out Wheat Kings...tragic story and gorgeous tune. RIP Gord.
10 years ago trendy little outdoor beer garden this American says hey how about the hip she say not a fan but your Springsteen he's amazing.
Big world huh
When singer-writer of The Hip, Gord Downie, learned he had a terminal brain cancer tumour, he wanted to go on one last tour of Canada with his beloved friends in the band. They announced his condition and the tour. A couple of years ago, TH-cam was full of people reacting to the video of The Hip playing the final song of their final tour ever, in their hometown of Kingston, Ontario. It was so emotional that a lot of reactors were crying, even though they had never before heard of the Tragically Hip.
That last song was called "Ahead By a Century", in which Gord hopes that a hundred years hence, we (Canadians) would be better people, in a better country.
Do yourselves a favour, if you have not already, and watch and react to "Ahead By a Century" live in Kingston. Beware that there is one video that mostly shows the faces of Canadians in different cities, watching the concert live or on TV (half the country watched the live broadcast). Be careful to watch the video with the actual concert footage, instead.
---OronOfMontreal
My guy country Dick Montana of beat farmers fame died right on stage, performing Happy boy. Look up their old live footage
That concert was the first Tragically Hip songs I had ever heard. After, I found every damn album and listened for weeks.
I was one of those Americans bawling by the last song.
The heartbreak for me was him ending on Ahead by a Century. The last words he sang on stage were "and disappointing you is getting me down. " And you knew he meant it.
Hate to say it, but while I am glad people got to see them one last time, it was not a great performance by Gord.
@@chewiebacka4377 let's see how you perform on your death bed....what a stupid thing to post
'Fifty Mission Cap' is a great song by them. Rest In Peace Gord Downie, long live the Hip.
✌🏼😔🎶❤️🍁❤️✨️🕊
I'd recommend that someone tell them the story of Bill Barilko before they listen to the song, but I don't think they do that.
@correctlyrics I didn't know it, looked it up after the fact. Lots of these guys avoid research like it's a toxic dump, though not all. If someone gives them the skinny, tea, wotevr, they'll eat it up no doubt, it's a good story. Feel free. Cheers, mate. 😊👍🏼
It is an amazing song. I'm waiting for them to react to Nautical Disaster.
He actually stole the lyrics from a hockey card, and in the song he tells you he did! 1991 Upper deck Pro set Card#340
I am from Miami, which is as far from Canada as you can can get, but I love The Hip! I saw them in concert twice in the 1990s, once in Atlanta and once in Orlando.
Canada's national treasure to the world 😊❤🍁 there performance of this song at Woodstock is phenomenal.
The lead singer passed from cancer.I love this band. There from Kingston Ontario Canada. very humble. I'm glad you enjoyed.
@@MitchClement-il6iq I watched their performance at Woodstock 99 live and recorded it on VHS and I still have it!
I will always remember the Hip's last concert on 20 August 2016 from Kingston, Ontario (band's hometown). The concert was televised live (and free) across Canada. When they got to the part in "Grace Too" where Gord goes into that primal scream section, shouting "No" over and over, I felt his frustration and helplessness as he faced terminal brain cancer. I can only imagine what he was experiencing. But, true to this song's lyrics, he faced this heartbreaking fate "armed with will and determination and grace, too".
R.I.P. Gord Downey. 🇨🇦
I will always remember that evening.. was in MTL saw it on the big screen. We love you The Hip… in Gord we trust 💕🇨🇦
Wow!!.Couldn't have said it better
The night Canada closed. ❤
Thrilled this American lives close enough to Vancouver, BC that we get the CBC and watched this.
I watched it at home, and most of my neighbours did too...Most of us had our TVs facing the street, and we sat outside. Little to no traffic on the street, just Gordie saying "so long."
Another great Canadian is Jim Cuddy, listen to anything with Blue Rodeo or his solo music. Fantastic singer.
I still can't get over how Amanda Marshall slips through everyone's fingers as a Canadian artist. She is phenomenal but seems to fly under the radar of Alanis, Shania and a few others.
@@snuggy18 I think it's because her career was relatively short, and while the others still tour, I don't believe she does?
"Little Bones" rocks.
Yes!! Little bones next!
one of my top 3 by the hip
Honestly I wasn’t feeling it for the band, until I heard Little Bones. Then I bought Road Apples and Up to Here instamatically.
The Hip sang it as their 2nd encore, during their last show. When Gord sang the closing lyrics "Him, Here, Now, Huhh", I heard it as a primal scream coming from him, a scream at this twist of fate that shortened his life... I might be wrong, but to this day I hear that way. RIP Gord.
There is no question that scream was a primal release of emotion. It doesn't get any more real than that.
Finally!!! You got back to the Hip. “Locked in the trunk of a Car” is a great one to do next, you’ll both love it im sure!!!
Exactly one of there best ones..
Your next Tragically Hip video should be either "Courage (for Hugh MacLennan)" or "Bobcaygeon".
Or It's a Good Life if You Don't Weaken, or At Transformation...
Seconded for Bobcaygeon!
@@Interneta Great song that mentions my favourite band of all time The Men They Couldn’t Hang
Bobcaygeon! ❤❤❤
This band literally saved my life 31 years ago... and that's all I have to say about that.
The Hip's vibe is "what if a bunch of poets started a bar band" and nobody has ever really duplicated it.
Tragically Hip - Bobcaygeon is a classic!
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Be yourselves don't let people take you guys for granted love is good and I love you guys
Bobcaygeon should be next. Especially if they want to dive deeper into its context. The Hip was a great band for making us look at our history. Even the less flattering looks. Wheat Kings would be great too.
The Live SNL version of this performance is awesome. Dan Ackroyd introduced them. Gord was so nervous he forgot the lyrics and instead of saying, “we’re fabulously rich” he said, “We’re Tragically Hip.”
I thought he did that on purpose?
@@ThePittsburghToddy he spoke in an interview about it years ago recalling his nerves before the curtains opened and how he blacked out for a minute
He has done that a lot live on tour...its intentional.
😂 niiiice
I love that live version of “Nautical Disaster” on SNL too
You need to do “Nautical Disaster”, “Fully Completely”, “Ahead by a Century”, “Courage” “Fifty Mission Cap”. That’s just a taste
Great list!
Let's add Cordelia and Locked in the Trunk of a Car as well.
Hey do you guys smoke pot I do
That Nautical Disaster/New Orleans is Sinking mash up that they do is pretty sweet as well.
Ahead by a century was the first song they reacted to
I think their most underrated song is "It’s a good life if you don’t weaken". It builds and builds and never gets the recognition for how good it is.
"Blow at high dough" is my Favorite driving song!
Yeah, if I’m looking for a speeding ticket🤣🤣🤣
As a proud CANADIAN, my heart skipped a beat!
Nothing like a outdoor Hip concert in the summer.
I concur 4 sho sho I saw "Another Roadside Attraction" at UBC's Thunderbird Stadium one 4 the Ages
This whole album is dark, moody, and amazing. It’s the Empire Strikes Back of their albums
As a Hip and Star Wars fan, that analogy is 💯 right!
I am SO glad y'all did this one - my favorite Hip song and the Tragically Hip are one of my favorite bands, too. Thanks thanks thanks!!!
It's genius. Only found it this week and cannot stop playing it. WORD!
This is one of those songs that just can't be played loud enough
The lyrics allude to a very specific incident. In 1981, there was a 'knock at the door' Police in British Colombia wanted to question Clifford Olsen because Kim Werbecky told police she had been brutally raped and assaulted after getting in a car with a man who promised her work washing windows in Whistler. She was considered an unreliable witness because of her lifestyle and history and the serial killer was eventually released. He used this M.O. before and AFTER this incident to lure young people to their horrible deaths.
He WAS eventually caught, convicted, and imprisoned.
I was writing "I always thought it was about a serial killer trying to convince a woman to go with him", then I scrolled down to see if anyone agreed with me, and here you are. 👍
Interesting! This makes a lot of sense. I always liked the theory that it was about a pimp trying to lure a woman to join him so not TOO far off.
Clifford Olson signal handily put a stop to hitchhiking. I remember that well.
40 years later we still have no idea what this song is about but it's one of their best. Slightly sinister.
I will always cherish my memories of being at my cottage, & listening to the Hip, in my 20’s. Hip is a must.
I love the tragically hip!
GREAT reaction Amber & Jay!! Thanks for continuing the love for our Canadian constants - The Hip! This is such an awesome tune.
HIGHLY recommend my #1 Hip tune - Bobcaygeon! Gord Downie's (RIP) lyrics are just so poetic in it (well, really they are all the time, but the vibe of that song has always hit me!)
Cheers from Canada, eh!
One of the best bands ever and for sure this song is an all time favourite. So blessed I was able to see them 9 times live in concert in Belgium. The Hip and Gord 4 ever 🤘🇨🇦
An 80s Toronto new wave band whose lead singer recently passed away, had a one hit I thik you would like. It's an early, syth-based danceloor song and the lead singer was known for his unique dancing (which all tried to copy):
"Don't Walk On Past" by Blue Peter.
THREE PISTOLS will brun your drawers off. One of the top vocal performances of all time and the song just COOKS from start to finish.
Amber hits the nail on the head in describing this as atmospheric. And so, when the album came out, I didn't get into it as I had with the earlier ones. In fact, I didn't buy a copy until at least a decade later. It's only after having them open the only concert of theirs I attended with this song, that somehow I finally got into it. Now, it's one of my top five tunes of theirs. And I definitely suggest seeing them perform it live: particularly the last time in Kingston. (That whole concert is available online and I'm sure you would be moved by it like much of Canada and Hip fans around the world were when we watched it live knowing Gord's condition).
Hip doc, Amazon Prime Canada, Fri 20 SEP! 👍👊
Yes that's right I saw his brother on Tom Power check it out great interview
Already out, just binged it, sooooo good
It was so good but so heartbreaking at the end😥
I am not sure how many popular songs by the Hip are known outside of Canada, but they have a bunch of songs you can still hear on Canadian radio. THREE PISTOLS, AHEAD BY A CENTURY, & HAPPY HOUR to name a few.
Along the southern shores of Lakes Erie, you might be surprised. Those of us who can get Canadian radio stations love the Hip. All we can say is thanks for sharing ❤
I think you mean 'Little Bones' ;)
@@StreetPreacherr Nope. Are you confusing one song for another? This is the song Three Pistols th-cam.com/video/nteHZ1Ggsco/w-d-xo.html
As a years long follower of your content and a proud Canadian, thank you so much for recognizing and celebrating our beloved Canadian Poets I liked the video before even getting through commercials !! We are so proud of our boys , they have layers on top of layers of talent
Grab the vibe man, that's the best you can hope for. I have heard this song many thousands of times, when I listen I can put myself in the place, the words can come out of my mouth, it can put tears in my eyes, but the best I can do is grab hold of the vibe.
I just finished the new documentary. I cried watching it and I’m crying again 🇨🇦
This is from my favourite Hip album. So Hard Done By is flat out a Great tune.
So Hard Done by and Pigeon Camera don't get the respect that they deserve.
Great songs often overlooked by the more radio friendly songs off of their's.
This just reminds me of being a teen in Toronto. They have so many great songs.
The Hip, Canadians' pride and joy! You are missing out if you don't take the time to research the lyrics a little, because Gord Downie is a suburb poet-philospoher-songwriter! Other suggestions: 'Locked in the Trunk of a Car', 'Nautical Disaster', 'Blow at High Dough', 'Poets', 'Bobcaygeon', 'Courage', 'Ahead by a Century', '700 Foot Ceiling', 'So Hard Done By'... these would be a good start 😉😁There's a great short documentary about the The Hip and their last bittersweet, blockbuster tour (after Gord was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer) on CBC: Now there's a new full-length feature documentary about The Hip overseen by Gord's brother titled "No Dress Rehearsal", which was just released and previewed at TIFF (the Toronto International Film Festival) to rave reviews. RIP Gord 💙
They reacted to Ahead by a Century…and panned it.
@@murraytown4 I'm guessing they watched the music video, right? It seems to put off some folks who 'don't get it'; of course, if you don't bother to pay attention to the lyrics, that's not surprising I suppose...
I was telling a friend about 'No Dress rehearsal" the other day and they laughed at me because of the way I said "Re-hear-sal". It just needed to be said that way!
@@TigerLily00 😆
The last of the great bands . 🇨🇦 ✌️
Every tune ever created is different.
I am a huge music fan thanks to my dad. I’m 53 years old and out of all the old old bands that I was raised on to current bands I cannot find a single band that has stuck together, stayed clean and played SO TIGHT that they’ve never had one single bad show. Best frontman ever. Fabulous human. So blessed to have met him.
LOVE THE SOUNDSCAPE OF THE OUTRO, IT COULD GO ON FOR A WHOLE BUNCH OF TIME
Great song! Another great one off the same album is Nautical Disaster. It's right there with the Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald by Gordon Lightfoot.
Nautical Disaster is fantastic
No one's talking about Gord Sinclair's epic bass playing holding this awesome track together.
One of my all-time favorite bands. Gord was one of the best frontmen and lyricists of all time. Live in Buffalo and was fortunate enough to see them play 3 times. RIP Gord.
Gord's lyrics are deep...he was a poet. The Hip ARE a vibe and that's the best way to listen to them. They never changed who they were to gain bigger financial success State-side and that's 1 of the many reasons they are our band 🇨🇦 RIP Gord 🙏
Another Canadian band to check out:
Sam Roberts Band - Brother Down
You've found Canada's greatest treasure and best-kept secret; now it's time for our other gem, Blue Rodeo. "Bad Timing", or "Rose-coloured Glasses" are good starters.
The Hip documentary, "Not a dress rehearsal", premiere at TIFF this September. People singing their songs in the streets while waiting to get in...Very emotional for the rest of the band members and Gord's brother. Enjoy more Hip, please.
The Hip captured a Northern swagger
Leaving haunting whispers across the land
One of our Gords. We love them both. This is one of their best songs and the name of the band is in there. I am getting chills already. Every time. Love this band so much.
Yes, it's always a good day when we get The Hip!!!! Gord was a poet. RIP
This song is so deep and so dark, yet it draws you in, making you to want to dive in deeper and understand what this masterpiece of a song is all about. It's origins are based on rape and murder, but the song is absolutely outstanding both musically and lyrically. The Hip are Tragically underrated.
I've been a big fan of the The Hip since the 1990's, and I was lucky enough to see them live multiple times back them. Watching you all enjoy them is a real pleasure.
"They're such a cool chill vibe!!"...yeah man... they're Canadian 😉that's one of the reasons we love them so much, laid back, just like us😁
Long live The Hip!
New awesome documentary coming soon 😊❤
In SE Michigan we were lucky enough to be able to hear The Hip on Canadian radio (89X out of Windsor). I was lucky enough to see them live at Cobo (where they recorded a live album) and the Palace. Gord shaking a banana at the crowd is an enduring image. He's missed.
Locked in a Trunk of a Car is my favorite Hip tune.
Ford has spoken to many with his music. RIP and thank you for what you taught me. May you be with the Lord and all of those before you.
If you liked this, hearing a live version is 10 timea better. Especially their final concert before Gord passed, he lets out these gutteral screams that drive into your soul.
They’re from Kingston On Canada. And have so much more that you guys need to react to. They’re a great bunch of guys also (RIP Gord) my daughter and I went to see Stop Making Sense on the rerelease last year, and Robbie Baker (lead guitarist) his wife, and a couple friends sat in front of us, and we chatted with them like it was everyday, good, down to earth Kingstonians, a day I won’t forget for a long time!
Good reaction! I was always a fan of Rob Baker on guitar. For the same type of vibe, I would recommend, "Bobcaygeon" next, and for a more straightforward rock-and-roll vibe, I would recommend, "Blow at High Dough", from the same band.
My favorite hip song is.. fiddlers green
I've never met a person who doesn't love the hip the moment they hear it for the first time. Our Canadian hidden treasure. RIP Gord, still rockin the hip on the daily,
Had the luxury of watching the hip 3 times live they will always be my favorite band. I put on there music every day. Gord Downy was a awesome entertainer that gave his all four his fans and put on an amazing show every concert
ok guys glad you love the hip, a Canadian treasure. For Rob - the 100th meridian, for lyrics - gift shop, for Amber - mellow Bobcaygeon. check them out.
good call,,,the first 1,,,🍁🤘🤘🤘
Before Gord passed the Hip did a Canadian Tour for the fans. Amazing band and better people. Amazing live seen them 3 times.
The Hip are always a 10. RIP Gord.
That's what he is here for!!!
Oh Gord. Loved always and always. You are so missed.
More Hip!!! Keep it coming ❤🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
Oh boy ❤ if you're diving into this pool, please look for Fiddlers Green 💚
One of their MOST beautiful and heartbreaking songs. The emotion from Gord as he sings about his nephew is tangible.
@@chrisgilbert9076 it breaks me up every time I hear it
NOW THAT WAS A FREAKIN' RIDE!!! AWESOME!
I'm a Yank who lived close enough to the the border, Bellingham, Washington, in the 90s, and listened exclusively to Canadian radio out of Vancouver. So I heard The Hip as these LPs were dropping. Songs like New Orleans is Sinking, Little Bones, Blow At High Dough, 50 Mission Cap, and At The Hundredth Meridian were and are SOOO amazing.
Always interpreted the ending as: Hymn, Hear, Now, Know, then Him, Here, Now, No. No need to explain it, right! One of my life's pleasures to see them all across the states, where they played in smaller venues than they did in their home country. Met Paul outside the Gothic Theater in Denver as he was looking for a place to buy some beer about an hour before a show.
i first heard this song before the album came out as the opening track for the tour in hamilton. i'll never forget it. it is such an amazing song!
I had this song for years as my alarm to wake me in the morning. A great way to start your day. So cool.
Probably the greatest Rock Band most of the world doesn't know. Great tune. Their first 6 LPs are all top shelf: Up To Here; Road Apples; Fully Completely; Day For Night; Trouble At The Henhouse; Phantom Power. This tune is the opener on Day For Night.
When it comes to The Tragically Hip, it’s really better to think of them as a folk/folk rock band in a lot of ways. Every song tells a story. A truly Canadian story. When Gord announced his condition, a nation mourned. Then we got to celebrate his life and their accomplishments when they went on a nation wide tour. My wife and I were extremely fortunate enough to catch both of the last shows in Edmonton. The feeling in the building was amazing. All the love pouring out. We watched the final show too. Cheered out loud when Gord dropped the “F” bomb seven times on the CBC and they let it fly. The vast majority of their music is excellent. But a couple of my favorites are Gift Shop and Poets. And look into some of the stories behind the songs. 50 Mission Cap and Wheat Kings
I’ve always loved this one, since it was first released. Hearing it live was even better, it’d bring the whole place down. 🥹 There were times when I couldn’t even hear Gord singing over the crowd. So much awesomeness.
A great Canadian band!
Thanx so much for reacting and enjoying "Grace , Too" by Canada's The Tragically Hip, The Hip. It is a very deep rabbit hole you have entered, but a very rewarding one!!!
"Courage".. "Locked in the Trunk of a Car".. "Blow at high Dough".. "Little Bones".. "So Hard Done By".. "Yer Not the Ocean".. and "The Darkest One" (with video).. Great Hip tunes, and many more.
So many great Canadian bands. 54-40, our Lady peace, Sam Robert's band,
Such a jam!
Please try “Nautical Disaster”! 🖖🏼
Another great Canadian band who happen to be discovered by SRV is Colin James and the little big band, with songs like Three Hours Past Midnight, Cadillac Baby or I Just Came Back
“Courage”, either the Hip’s original or Sarah Polley’s from the soundtrack of “The Sweet Hereafter”
Thanks guys. I’ve had so so much fun watching you guys last couple years. Both you all are gaining like wine. Rest of us like bread lol
R. I.P. Gord 💕🇨🇦
This entire album Day for Night was recorded in New Orleans, and they tried to give it an edgy, dark, and moody feel. I think they really delivered.
The lyrics are about a pimp persuading a new girl to join him for riches and protection. At the end of the song you can hear Gord yell “Pimp”, like a bystander trying to warn the girl what this guy is.
An amazing band that produces songs with poetic & provocative lyrics.
Criminally underrated band.
Up here north of your border The Hip is all that’s necessary unless the person one’s talking with is foreign then it’s the Tragically Hip. Certainly one of the more interesting groups we’ve dealt out that is best known at home here in 🇨🇦. 😎🍺☮️🇨🇦
This has always been my favourite song by The Hip. RIP Gord
Great tune!
I don't see any recommendations for "Locked in the Trunk of a Car". It's got a cool vibe, too but it's also got a tension to it.
Luv the video as well
Hip is music you feel more than try to understand. I saw them in Vancouver just before Gord died with my daughter.
Blow at High Dough, Cordelia, Boots or Hearts, Highway Girl. Just to name a few. So many good Hip songs.
Since you two love how this band mixes it up, you should check out Bobcaygeon next. (Pronounced "Bob Cajun"). Totally different vibe, and I think you'll dig the lyrics, Amber.
When they're in concert or when they were, he would say we're tragically hip at the beginning instead of I'm fabulously rich
every time hearing the Hip i get flash backs of being almost sh*t faced, and having a wild drunk n night... course in their very early day the bars they played was the seedy kind know for punk and alt bands. it was when music was going through a change into the next stage of music evolution