Jo Jo, this was not just a good song, but a masterpiece in my opinion! One of my all time favorite songs. This was released in 1968, and Tommy is still singing it, still with a great voice! All you need now is a lava lamp and some incense, LOL!! ✌
I’d do anything to have him sing on my wedding 😭 my heart, I can just die happy without crossing anything on my list but Tommy James singing Crimson and Clover on our wedding ♥️
Jojo, this is before auto tune and filtered mics. It's pure vocal heaven. Yes they had mixing boards etc but they were used for vocal tracking and instrument tracking.
@@aliciatargaryen She had the coolest black and silver lithograph of Jim Morrison. We didn't know who he was but we knew he was gorgeous! Which has nothing to do with this song, just that she was my COOL friend. I hope everyone had a COOL friend.
Love to see a younger generation connecting to the music I grew up with. There are dozens of bands from yesterday waiting for you to sample. Loved your reaction comments, TY.
If you want more Tommy James and the Shondells, check out "Sweet Cherry Wine" "Crystal Blue Persuasion", "Mony Mony", or "I Think We're Alone Now". That first one, in particular, is a favorite of mine!
I'm glad you're hearing one of the greatest groups of all times.Such good music made for good times that are worth remembering, like times with my mom in her car while driving around Los Angeles as a small kid and then when I was Stationed in West Germany in the 80's I had their Anthology tape and played the hell out of it riding on the trains
Fun reaction! I always wondered about the meaning of "Crimson and Clover" too. Apparently it's just something that sprang to his mind as a poetic sounding combination and he knew he wanted to use it in a song. I think the meaning is pretty much left up to our own interpretation. It seems to evoke a feeling, for sure. "Draggin' the Line" is another Tommy James and the Shondells banger! Always puts me in a great mood.
They don’t make music like this no more….I’ve been trying to get u to do this song for over a year!!!! It’s so psychedelic and different, it’s nostalgic and just awesome
SECOND! Hey JOJO! You should also check out the cover of this by Joan Jett- this is great -but for a ROCK vibe, you just gotta check out Joan Jett’s version! I think you’ll be surprised and really enjoy it. Especially since you mentioned a sped up version- Trust me plz! 🔥✨✌️
I listened to this song a lot as a kid. My parents had the cassette tape with a bunch of good songs on it. The song is also in a horror movie called The Vault and now when I hear the song has more of a haunting and sad feel to it.
Thank you for this video! Crimson and Clover is one of my favorite old songs, I only discovered it some twenty years after it was released but it never left my mind. Tommy James has the voice of an angel indeed :). I very much like how you reacted and added your thoughts ever so often, you're really genuine and positive and one can tell that you live for music. Keep it up LFR, I'm definitely looking forward to see more of your videos!
This reminds me of being a kid in the late 80’s early 90’s, my mom always listened to oldies in the car so this was the first kind of music I was exposed to
Tommy James & The Shondells’ 1968 smash hit “Crimson & Clover” is a song about meeting a mysterious and beautiful woman, whom you just met but you already know you can fall in love with. Quote from Tommy.
Thx! I heard an interview with Tommy James and he said that their band were ripped off by the management who were mobsters! This was a very experimental time in rock history.
Another good song from the 60's is incense and peppermints some Strawberry Alarm Clock you should definitely check it out it's a good song would love to see your reaction to it
I recommend you delve more into Tommy James & the Shondells’ body of work. They were huge in the second half of the ’60s, and they deserved to be. The band scored two No. 1 hits, “Hanky Panky” in 1966 and the song reviewed here in 1969. A funny note about the latter, it was released near the end of ’68, causing some to mishear the title as “Christmas is over.” 😄 The fact that the actual name of the song references red and green led some to still believe it was somehow Christmas-themed. In 1987, two covers of TJ&S songs hit No. 1 back to back, “I Think We’re Alone Now” by teen pop singer Tiffany, followed by “Mony Mony” by rocker Billy Idol. The original versions hit No. 4 in 1967 and No. 3 in 1968, respectively.
Hey -- you should check out Protest The Hero (band name). Check out Bloodmeat, Yellow Teeth, Plato's Tripartite, Palms Read, Caravan, Cold Water -- there's a bunch of great tracks. Also the band Refused -- particularly the song New Noise.
Could you please not sing along and interrupt the song so frequently. ITS VERY DISTRACTING TO US TRYING TO ENJOY IT You can comment all you like at the end of the song. Don't forget It's We who are judging your reaction and whether you truly recognise and APPRECIATE how great this song was and still is of how truly great this song
Jo Jo, this was not just a good song, but a masterpiece in my opinion! One of my all time favorite songs. This was released in 1968, and Tommy is still singing it, still with a great voice! All you need now is a lava lamp and some incense, LOL!! ✌
I’d do anything to have him sing on my wedding 😭 my heart, I can just die happy without crossing anything on my list but Tommy James singing Crimson and Clover on our wedding ♥️
There is never an end to talent in any field of endeavor anywhere. This is hippie music baby
This is the psychedelic 60's and talent at its best!
Jojo, this is before auto tune and filtered mics. It's pure vocal heaven. Yes they had mixing boards etc but they were used for vocal tracking and instrument tracking.
The 60's, 70's and 80's, the Golden Era Of Popular Music, HANDS DOWN!
This song just blew our teenage minds away. I remember my best friend running over to my house yelling "You've got to hear this"
I’d give anything to have been there lol
@@aliciatargaryen She had the coolest black and silver lithograph of Jim Morrison. We didn't know who he was but we knew he was gorgeous! Which has nothing to do with this song, just that she was my COOL friend. I hope everyone had a COOL friend.
Yes I thought it was the best thing since white bread and still do ❤
Love to see a younger generation connecting to the music I grew up with. There are dozens of bands from yesterday waiting for you to sample. Loved your reaction comments, TY.
Jo Jo your right. There was never a song quite like this one, and there hasn't been one since. One of the Seventh Wonders of the World in Music.
If you want more Tommy James and the Shondells, check out "Sweet Cherry Wine" "Crystal Blue Persuasion", "Mony Mony", or "I Think We're Alone Now". That first one, in particular, is a favorite of mine!
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MONY MONY is another great one also
I'm glad you're hearing one of the greatest groups of all times.Such good music made for good times that are worth remembering, like times with my mom in her car while driving around Los Angeles as a small kid and then when I was Stationed in West Germany in the 80's I had their Anthology tape and played the hell out of it riding on the trains
Fun reaction! I always wondered about the meaning of "Crimson and Clover" too. Apparently it's just something that sprang to his mind as a poetic sounding combination and he knew he wanted to use it in a song. I think the meaning is pretty much left up to our own interpretation. It seems to evoke a feeling, for sure.
"Draggin' the Line" is another Tommy James and the Shondells banger! Always puts me in a great mood.
They don’t make music like this no more….I’ve been trying to get u to do this song for over a year!!!! It’s so psychedelic and different, it’s nostalgic and just awesome
Trippy! VERY TRIPPY!'!!!!!
You are so right about the music being different back then
SECOND! Hey JOJO! You should also check out the cover of this by Joan Jett- this is great -but for a ROCK vibe, you just gotta check out Joan Jett’s version! I think you’ll be surprised and really enjoy it. Especially since you mentioned a sped up version- Trust me plz! 🔥✨✌️
What an incredible song!
This is one of my favorite song of all time, love that you reacted to this one!
You’re playing the long version of this song which I personally think is their best version!❤
I listened to this song a lot as a kid. My parents had the cassette tape with a bunch of good songs on it. The song is also in a horror movie called The Vault and now when I hear the song has more of a haunting and sad feel to it.
Thank you for this video! Crimson and Clover is one of my favorite old songs, I only discovered it some twenty years after it was released but it never left my mind. Tommy James has the voice of an angel indeed :). I very much like how you reacted and added your thoughts ever so often, you're really genuine and positive and one can tell that you live for music. Keep it up LFR, I'm definitely looking forward to see more of your videos!
This reminds me of being a kid in the late 80’s early 90’s, my mom always listened to oldies in the car so this was the first kind of music I was exposed to
Tommy James & The Shondells’ 1968 smash hit “Crimson & Clover” is a song about meeting a mysterious and beautiful woman, whom you just met but you already know you can fall in love with. Quote from Tommy.
Maybe check out the Joan Jett cover of this
This is our song 🥰 my love was smooth I fell in love instantly and now we’re engaged and will have our dance to Crimson and Clover ♥️
This came out during my adolescence.❤️
Thx! I heard an interview with Tommy James and he said that their band were ripped off by the management who were mobsters! This was a very experimental time in rock history.
They just jamming
In an interview, Tommy James said the chorus and title are based on his favorite color and his favorite flower.
Another good song from the 60's is incense and peppermints some Strawberry Alarm Clock you should definitely check it out it's a good song would love to see your reaction to it
My favorite Tommy Janes song is "Draggin the Line".
Great reaction Jo Jo!
Thanks for this entertaining reaction video. I happen to be a big supporter of your channel, especially your political and social commentary.
WELCOME TO YOUR GRANDMAS MAKE OUT MUSIC ! LOL P.S. ( I'M 62 ) #HOGLOVEBRO
Dude one more time you need to react to the song White Room by Cream
I recommend you delve more into Tommy James & the Shondells’ body of work. They were huge in the second half of the ’60s, and they deserved to be.
The band scored two No. 1 hits, “Hanky Panky” in 1966 and the song reviewed here in 1969. A funny note about the latter, it was released near the end of ’68, causing some to mishear the title as “Christmas is over.” 😄 The fact that the actual name of the song references red and green led some to still believe it was somehow Christmas-themed.
In 1987, two covers of TJ&S songs hit No. 1 back to back, “I Think We’re Alone Now” by teen pop singer Tiffany, followed by “Mony Mony” by rocker Billy Idol. The original versions hit No. 4 in 1967 and No. 3 in 1968, respectively.
Really hope you dove in to this band. SO underrated. They had a string of hits and what was cool is they all had a different sound.
Hey -- you should check out Protest The Hero (band name). Check out Bloodmeat, Yellow Teeth, Plato's Tripartite, Palms Read, Caravan, Cold Water -- there's a bunch of great tracks. Also the band Refused -- particularly the song New Noise.
Try the song 'Close to the Edge' by a group called Yes.
Weezer - Say It Ain't So. Weezer - Island In The Sun
HAVE YOU HEARD THE NEW POP SONG , " GHOST ", by TOM and NOVA ?
This was before you were ever thought of😅
#HANGoverGANG4Life
I am a new subscriber to the island of Palma (the Canary Islands) you have to react to "Antony & The Johnsons Hope There's Someone"
Hey man, you should react to the 30th anniversary edition of hellraiser by Ozzy Osbourne and Motörhead.
This was prom dancing music back in the day. Songs were long so you could hold your girl a few minutes more.
Check out the new Tom MacDonald song "Ghost". It's very different and It's Awesome!!
Wishing you could listen to Jimmies chicken shack..'high' think u will really like it 😁💙
Try this out jojo i think you might injoy this video
Ren - Hi Ren
Maybe dropping acid and going back in a time trip, you would get it?!!😂❤
could you do in bloom by nirvana or territorial pissings thx
No, everyone steals and that's ok . That's music . They listened to stuff they like and stole here and there.
And you’re listening to the long version
U want to be blown away?
Watch It's alright Ma I'm only Bleeding love 1964 by Bob Dylan
Live lol
Weezer The World Has Turned And Left Me Here
Joan Jett did a version of this too….check it out
He should listen to hi ren
Just say it today's top 40 is unimaginative and boring. You have to go underground's to find the good stuff
Look up “Ten CC” I’m not in love!
You are right music of today is boring, no soul, no danceable beats and forget singable lyrics.
Try his verson of I think we're alone now but to be honset I like Tiffany's verson best
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try Hurdy gurdy man th-cam.com/video/JR8k8jpT3tw/w-d-xo.html
PLEASE CHECK OUT TOM MACDONALD , " FIGHTER " , I BELIEVE YOU'LL REALLY ENJOY IT !
Could you please not sing along and interrupt the song so frequently. ITS VERY DISTRACTING TO US TRYING TO ENJOY IT
You can comment all you like at the end of the song. Don't forget
It's We who are judging your reaction and whether you truly recognise and APPRECIATE how great this song was and still is
of how truly great this song
Try listening dude,all your talking kills it