don't be ashamed of your tears, thats the highest respect you can give to this legendary singer

Sad thing is that one of his children, Roseanne Cash asked her father, "is he saying goodbye?" Johnny replied, "yes"

@EricStegemoller-kl8wm

10 ай бұрын

Before my grandpa died he said this is the last time i put my boots on. He died the next day.

@nouelafendi7997

6 ай бұрын

Little baby Roseanne was in the video 😊

@matthewmairu5017

5 ай бұрын

Champion.

Men seem to cry more than women to this song. Very powerful.

He was only 71 years old, he died within the next year, he looks so old, much older than he was. I remember him in his prime, some flashbacks, it always makes me cry 😢

Originally done by Nine Inch Nails and written by Trent Reznor, this was a metal groove. Cash adopted it and made it very sad and somber and killed it! His wife (in the video) died very shortly after this. He passed not long after, and it seems he knew he would. Reznor has since said that the song belongs to Johnny now.

@ElizasGrammy

Жыл бұрын

A friend of mine, a cast member from Hee Haw, asked him at June's funeral how he was doing and he said, "Honey, I'll be dead in six months." He made it to four. 😞

@jameshelm2847

Жыл бұрын

Reznor wasn't too impressed until he saw the music video, and then said it was Cash's from that point on.

@caretaker158

Жыл бұрын

The look on June's face as she watches him..... gets me every time.

@Arkryal

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, it's amazing how just the tone of his voice changes the entire meaning of the song. Originally about drug addiction... "The needle tears a hole, the old, familiar sting". A song about drugs slowly taking a life, long before it's time. But in Cash's version, you assume it's medication, and the tragedy of the needle keeping someone alive beyond their time. A complete reversal of the meaning without changing any lyrics. There aren't many artists who can do that.

@aazo5

Жыл бұрын

I wouldn't necessarily call the original a "metal groove". It' was definitely also sad and somber

We all cry over this video I remember his history God bless

One of the saddest images is the shattered Columbia framed album. Johnny put Columbia on the map and made them millions. They dropped them without notice in the 80's and Johnny never forgave them for it. Thank God for Rick Rubin, genius, who knew what Cash could bring to the table and was still powerful and relevant as an artist. Plus Johnny's FU attitude was perfect for Rubin's label American Recordings

YES, this hit us, the fans, VERY hard the 1st time we saw it. We all knew he was telling us "goodbye". If you're wondering, the picture hanging on the wall is Johnny's mother. When his wife June died, many think Johnny died not long after from a broken heart. He missed June so much.

@ignaciogalvan1732

11 ай бұрын

They were young together

@nanayoung3932

7 ай бұрын

Johnny had a first wife. .The mother of his daughters

@b1blancer1

5 ай бұрын

He defined his life as before June and after June. She saved his life, and he knew it.

Speaking as an old man in the winter of my life I can say Johnny sings the common song for us all. as we get closer to the horizon of our lives we can look back and see the times we chased after selfish dreams and fought old dragons at the expense of the goodness in other's lives, as well as our own. So many of the things we were proud of when young, now fill us with deep pain and regret. It is a song of warning to all the young to get your priorities straight early in life. Love your reaction kids - you often make me feel young again!

Bro I’m probably older than you are and definitely a grown ass man and I cry every time I watch A reaction to this video. I think we can all connect to this song because we’ve all dealt with pain and hurt and lost in fear in our lives and you get to the point where Johnny was and you realize none of that stuff that you spent your life doing really matters none of the awards or gold records helps you feel better when you’ve lost all your loved ones and you’re sick yourself. The only thing that is important at that point is your relationship with God your friends and your family the rest of it is just an empire of dirt. Ashes to ashes dust to dust. RIP Johnny Cash

This was Johnny's goodbye and he admitted thst before he passed. Trent who wrote it said this song belonged to Johnny now. Trents version was about addiction and was excellent. But this version is superior because it strikes a chord with everyone. Not every person deals with addiction, but everyone will have to deal with the end of life and facing their life choices and regrets. We do lose everyone, we all will because that final journey we have to take alone. The final line is the most emotional I think. If he could go back and keep himself. Thats the biggest lesson. To achieve fame Johnny had to lose himself and become what the label and his fans wanted. This lead to addictions, crime, driving people away.... so don't burn your bridges and keep those you love and treasure then, keep true to yourself, because life is short and all the fame and money won't save you. The only thing you have is your heart, soul integrity. Don't give thst up.

@docnflossie7351

Жыл бұрын

Tremendous summation!

@Gutslinger

Жыл бұрын

When and where did he admit that? I see a lot of people claim that, but I'd like to see the story from that.

@jacobluttrell1931

11 ай бұрын

@@Gutslinger It felt like a warm hug. I have goosebumps right now thinking about it. "Having Johnny Cash, one of the greatest singer-songwriters of all time, want to cover your song, that's something that matters to me. It's not so much what other people think but the fact that this guy felt that it was worthy of interpreting. That’s how he described it so it’s not far fetched for him to say it belonged to Johnny

@evanirvana500

10 ай бұрын

@@Gutslinger to be honest I have no idea. I know supposedly he was supposed to have told his daughter that. There was an interview after his death and she said when she first heard the song when he first showed it to her she had a really hard time with it because it was so clearly a goodbye. His health was really bad at that point, he was mostly blind and in a wheelchair. Her mother June would have died very shortly after the release of the song and of course Johnny himself within months of her death. Also reportedly when the scene was at the end when he closed the piano that was the last time he ever played the piano, and if you notice when he closed it it seems like a very conscious thing that he did. Either which way we all know it was his goodbye.

@finallife87

3 ай бұрын

@@Gutslinger did you not listen to the song he was singing...he 100 percent admitted to that fact.

Johnny Cash spent his entire musical career pouring every ounce of emotion into his craft. his life was anything but easy, and the loss, and pain, and his own failings when it came to his family weighed heavily on him. this song was written by Trent Reznor of Nine inch Nails, and from the perspective of a young man that has ruined their future, but Johnny made it his own as a man reflecting on his long life nearing it's end. There is a reason he will never fall out of the heart and soul of Country music. thank you for being respectful of him in your discussion .

This was Johnny's epitaph and I think that is exactly what he wanted it to be, a truthful tribute to his life, a life he knew would soon take the most mysterious journey of all. Like all hero stories he fell, but persevered to become the hero, and in Johnny's journey...to become the "man in black". R.I.P. Johnny Cash

@jamesmcmurrin8177

Жыл бұрын

I remember a cartoon that came out shortly after his death. A cartoon depiction of heaven, and someone is remarking to someone else, "who's the angel in black?"

@ignaciogalvan1732

11 ай бұрын

Yes... The man in Black 🖤 June Carter Cash had a very more Rich history in country music but was not acknowledge because she was a country woman😢 but Johnny Cash was a giant his friend Elvis Presley.. who kicked all this off and I am sitting here watching you do his kick-off. Led Zeppelin Eric Clapton Grand funk railroad Stevie Ray Vaughan everybody. Rolling stones Randy rhoads Ozzy Osbourne Black Sabbath Elvis kicked this off. Johnny Cash was his friend and now Lisa Marie is gone too. June Carter had a beautiful long black hair. Down to her knees. And had a playful way of singing with Johnny. She had some type of harp that you would play. It would sit on her lap or she would play it by her heart. She watched over him as long as she could. And you could see the distress 9:56 on her face as she looked over him. Because physically she would not be able to look after him anymore😢

Johnny's daughter Roseanne asked him not to record it. She said Dad it sounds like you're saying goodbye. Johnny said, I am. I knew he was the 1st time I saw it.I sat there sobbing. I didn't know him personally but he has been there my whole life. I didn't want to say goodbye 😢

Many consider this the greatest music video ever made.

Have you ever watched the movie”Walk the Line” it dictates Johnny’s life and how June saved him. He always wears black and if you listen to his song “Man in Black” you’ll get the true Johnny

Johnny was known and respected across genres. Many other artists list him as an inspiration. The story of his first meeting with Bob Dylan is a classic.

@ffjsb

Жыл бұрын

Many genres is right. He's in the Nashville Songwriter's Hall of Fame, Country Music Hall of Fame, Rockabilly Hall of Fame, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Gospel Hall of Fame, and Memphis Music Hall of Fame. Until Dolly Parton was inducted, he was the only singer in both the Country Music and Rock and Roll Hall of Fames.

@ffjsb

Жыл бұрын

@@MariaMaria-yl9br That's right, forgot about Elvis.

Great reaction! Your tears show your humanity. JC struggled with addiction throughout his life. I think a lot of those struggles were because of his brother dying in an accident while working. JC blamed himself for his brothers death. His wife, June Carter Cash is the woman on the stairs watching him record this song. She passed away May 15, 2003, Johnny passed away Sept. 12 2003. JC did a few concerts for prisons that were put on vinyl. Iconic stuff back in the day. He did spend some time in prison himself.

This song was originally written & performed by "Nine Inch Nails". It was written about drugs & depression. But Johnny Cash's version is considered the best. His version is more about regret for past mistakes in life & realizing material things & fame mean nothing in the end. When the video was filmed in February 2003, Cash was 71 years old & had serious health problems. His frailty is clearly evident in the video. He died seven months later, on September 12 & his wife, June Carter Cash, who is shown gazing at her husband in two sequences of the video, had died on May 15 of the same year.

@williamsarnecky2229

Жыл бұрын

I don’t know . . . Kermit the Frog’s version is pretty bad ass too. 😉

Watch the movie walk the line about Johnny and you will understand why this song meant a lot to him. He struggled his life with addictions but his wife and her family helped him through it.

Powerful, he said he could do it again; he "would keep himself." Fame makes you pay the price. You become someone else.

Regrets and apologies. You get the feeling he would give up his career to go back and make things right and to not waste time.

Yeah, this was horrifically prophetic. Love the man, love the legend. Love him more for this...he lived a hard, drug fueled life. He overcame, but, did he??? This hits hard! The closing of the piano at the end...😢

@Gutslinger

Жыл бұрын

"But did he??" Well, duh.. He was happy and content at the end of his life. There are lots of videos/documentaries showing it. He had strong faith. He originally refused to even do this song when producer Rick Rubin approached him with it.

@rebeccagibbs8794

Жыл бұрын

@@Gutslinger I apologize, if I didn't speak the right words. "But did he" ... Hell, yes!! He did!!! And, he knew it!!! He was happy, content, but, that doesn't deny his pain, his hard life! And, this song, well, we felt it.. at least I did...

@kellifranklin9872

Жыл бұрын

@@rebeccagibbs8794 I understand what you’re saying and I agree with you. At what cost has always been the question I’ve asked about him. There’s no denying he claimed his life back and lived the rest of his life with the love of his life and he left a lasting legacy. But, at what cost? Our questions are valid and in no way undermine this legend.

@barsandbarbells2022

Жыл бұрын

That ending was twisting the knife!

The humility and honesty of a man at the end of his days on Earth. What an authentic and sublime exit. To The Man in Black - Thankyou Sir. Z.👍

Its a beautifully done piece of art and what makes it so sad is June died within 3 months after the video was filmed and Johnny 7 months 😢

A powerful message for all to learn from, in the end everything that is acquired becomes meaningless if you lose yourself in the process.

Love this song and video, it has to be The most emotional song in a long time. I was crying right along with you. No matter how many times I see it I need tissues 😢 Johnny is Legendary, Thanks guys 💞

@johntiggleman4686

Жыл бұрын

Same here, Carol. I've been a fan off and on of Johnny, but never lost track of his music. This is about the 10th review I've watched, and I still get weepy, even at 72. Maybe because I'm in "the Autumn Of My Life" that it hits me much harder.

That`s how you own a cover

The highest use of music is to convey spiritual truth in heart and mind. This broken man found a broken Savior....

😮😮😮I AM SHOOK!!!😮😮😮😮 This is the first song that Bar cried on....WOW!!!😮😮😮😮

A brutal and beautiful song. If you aren't cut by this song, you're not human. Appreciate every day you have because you'll blink and you'll find your days are done.

Johnny Cash is in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Country Music Hall of Fame, Gospel Music Hall of Fame, Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Your reaction was spot on. Most of us cried when we saw this for the first time. Don’t be ashamed,ever. He was a very special artist and man.

Obviously johnny has a huge catalog. His wife was country royalty 🤘❤️

Great reaction. Real men DO cry. After all, it is a God given emotion.

The writer of the song heard JC version and was was quoted as saying, " I wrote hurt, but this is Johnny's song now".

This is a great song and was perfect for Johnny Cash. He did an excellent job performing it.

When Johnny closed the piano it was never opened again. What a way to close your career

Your man felt the music and the pain...😢

Great reaction. For me, this song really hits home. I'm 72, and I can completely relate to regrets that pile up as I grow older. And there's a deep meaning to the end of the song. For me (that's the only person I can speak for, obviously) when he says, "I will keep myself, I would find a way.", it means even if I could go back and do it all over again, I'd be much the same person I was before. I'd keep myself. I'd, somehow, find a way to keep from changing very much. Like I said, it hits me hard. Thanks for sharing with us!

@barsandbarbells2022

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate your comments & thanks for stopping by with us!

I have respect for Trent that i never had before, he wasn't crazy about Johnny doing this song but after he heard it he was blown away. He said i was born to write it Johnny was born to sing it. He on went to say this song isn't mine anymore. Johnny knew he was dying this was his goodbye when he closed the lid on the piano it was symbolic of closing his casket lid.. My husband and i go to his grave once a month there is nothing more humbling than standing in the presence of greatness. awesome reaction. love to you both from the one and only Memphis Tn.

This song rips me apart. He knew it was his last song, and it shows all his family and friends who are now gone that he outlived or drove away chasing fame and fortune. Seeing an old man crying wanting only to have his close ones back, but at the same time knowing he hurt them before he was all alone is heart-wrenching. He views his life of success and material gains as an empire of dirt now because its meaningless and realized to late in life that he regrets it. Damn this song is legendary.

Among those who make the lists ranking these things, Johnny's version is considered by most to be the #1 cover ever. I agree. Rick Ruben had to do some fast talking to get him to cover this, and Johnny's daughter begged him not to do the cover. Trent Reznor didn't like the idea initially because it was so personal to him. When Rick sent him a CD of the vocals he still wasn't sold on it, but when he received the video he said he got goosebumps and tears. He said it was like losing his girlfriend - and that it wasn't his song anymore. Johnny also made a cover of Chris Cornell's "Rusty Cage" as well; y'all should check both of them out. Now, another (totally unrelated) suggestion; I'd like you guys to check out "Woke Up Dreaming" by Joe Bonamassa. I generally like hard driving electric guitars, and he can deliver the goods on an electric, but I saw an acoustic performance by Joe that just blew me away. His dynamic volume control and clean picking was out of this world. He absolutely killed it. So y'all sit back and enjoy some acoustic blues with Joe 😊 kzread.info/dash/bejne/qWtqmtibprLQlsY.html

@jamescrawford1534

11 ай бұрын

Yrent no longer regards it his song.

great genuine reaction... "hurt" by johnny cash is the reflection of his own life. he struggled throughout his life with addiction to drugs and alcohol. the picture of the older lady is his mother. the lady standing behind him was his wife june. the song is about looking for forgiveness from those he hurt and realizing that life is not about collecting possessions but relationships and not taking them for granted.... complex visions of his crumbling museum, his childhood home, cracked dusty awards mixed family images and the crucifixion of Christ show a simple man searching for salvation as he is nearing death. the piano even appeasr to represent a coffin and he supposedly never opened it again after the last take. its one of the most powerful videos ever done and can bring the most ruthless of men to tears. his wife died shortly after the video and he died 8 months later... even the museum burnt down to the ground a few years later during a renovation project... i watch it anytime i feel i am taking life for granted.

An Iconic Must Hear Classic Song With A Message Of Positivity,, Argent "Hold Your Head Up"...TRUST ME!!

He used to stop at my grandpa's diner on Route 66 in Oklahoma in the early 1960's, while touring. He would put me on his lap at the counter, give me nickels, and I would feed the jukebox playing Johnny's songs, along with Bob Wills and Hank Williams.

i think he was telling us bout the drug abuse, emotional pain, and regret that he experienced over a lifetime and kinds of a look back with this last work. Shortly after completion of this first his wife of many years, june carter-cash,, passed followed shortly thereafter by John. glad that we still have him on record and cd.

You two get ready for some emotions and feelings. This is Johnny at his best! Phil this video is RAW!!! and REAL...... That's Johnny... One of the best ever!

I love the eding to this song... when he closes the piano it's like he's saying thank you and goodbye 😢😢

Johnny wrote a song called Man in Black. It is also very personal but not sad. He explains why he wears black. But mainly it shows what he believes in.His views on life and the world. You'll learn a lot about him

You are not the first man to cry to this, and you won't be the least. Powerfully emotive song. Good reaction by both of you :)

this is know as the greatest cover of all time, make what you want of it.

The best remake of all time that's why they call it Johnnys song now

EMOTIONAL LOVE YOUR REACTION

Dad, that sounds like you want to say goodbye. Cash: Yes

You guys are sweethearts and your reaction to an emotionally challenging video/song was a breath of fresh air.

I saw an interview with Rick Ruben once where he commented that when Trent Reznor sings this it isn't hopeless, but when Johnny Cash sings it, it's hopeless. I think that sums it up.

This was his last video. His wife wasn’t meant to be in it but came down to make sure he wasn’t over working himself and they shot her in it. This is his goodbye song, the closing of the piano in the end of the video is symbolic to him saying goodbye.

@bre2581

Жыл бұрын

Also wanna say that his wife died a few months after this, after that they set up a studio in his bedroom he recorded a lot of songs he always wanted to record to stay busy basically and passed a few months after his wife.

I Really Enjoy Your Reactions..Imagine Visitors From Another Galaxy Coming To Earth In Peace,, Billy Thorpe "Children Of The Sun" (Exclusive Video)..R.I.P. Billy 🙏❤️

Johnny was in awe of Trents lyrics for such a young man to come up with. Trents version relates to a man falling apart mentally as the album it comes from is basically about the demise of a man culminating in his suicide. Johnny i feel makes it about an old man's regret of his life choices as he nears his natural end

Favorite song by Johnny… 1 Piece At A Time!!! Funny Story:)

That was his truth. Everyone goes away in the end.

Johnny Cash is one of mt fathers' favorite country artists. I grew up listening to him and he's also one of my favorites also. Here's two legendary female country music artists performing together "Reba McEntire feat. Dolly Parton - Does He Love You" Really sad song it never fails I always shed a tear when I watch this. Lovely reaction Thanx for sharing

the original writer from NIN, Trent Reznor, said about this cover, "It is not my song anymore, it belongs to Mr. Cash" Says it all really, I think Johnny's version is so much more emotionally powerful and raw because Trent sang about a man trying to overcome his drug addiction but being scared that he wasnt strong enough to be better, Johnny sang about an old man who didn't have long left, a man who knew it was far too late to make up for his past mistakes and a final sorry. powerful stuff

Another great Johnny Cash cover is "Hung My Head". Done really well and really grabs you.

Love Johnny...love the museum in Nashville..

Man in Black is a must hear from him, and it’s a song he did write.

The wisdom of old age. Striving for fame and fortune but in the end we all die and turn to dust.

His kids said the video was like he was saying goodbye. He said, "I am." His wife died before it was released (shown on the stairwell watching him sing it), and he died shortly after.

Legends says, that, when he closed the piano in the end, it remains shut down after the video was made.

Gets me every time I hear it 😢 it is one of my favourite songs sad we all have this to face when we loose a special love one .and it hurt to see Johnny like this but a great voice as always

I heard his daughter, Rosanne Carter Cash, saw him close the piano at the end of the video and said "Dad it's like your saying goodbye", to which he said "I am".

If that doesn't make you tear up, nothing will.

When he closes the piano lid at the end it makrs me think of a coffin....I always cry when I listen to this song....

This song was one of many near the end of Johnny's life that was produced by Rick Rubin, who also produced songs by the Beastie Boys, Geto Boys, Run-DMC, Public Enemy, and LL Cool J, as well as Metallica, Danzig and the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

So this song, as you all knew, was originally recorded by Nine Inch Nails. It's the last song off their "The Downward Spiral" album, which is a concept album that follows a descent into madness by means of religion, dehumanization, violence, disease, society, drugs, sex, and finally, suicide. It's an awesome and amazing album that should be listened to in full at least once in your life. Johnny took this deeply personal and highly conceptual song and made it his goodbye to the world. Trent Reznor was pretty skeptical at first, but did end up liking it quite a bit. Johnny's wife June Carter Cash (a singer/songwriter in her own right and the woman in this video on the stairs) died shortly after this video's release and Johnny followed a few months later. R.I.P. to both of them.

I heard this for the first time at a casino believe it or not. At the hard rock in MS. The video was playing on all the big screens and almost everyone on the Casino got quiet and was just captivated listening and staring up at the video. It was a crazy experience

Hes reflecting on the hurt he has caused his loved ones, and realizes hes at the end of the road. Its all about regret and in the end, his relationships meant more to him than wealth, awards, mansions and such (his Empire of Dirt) and this was him saying goodbye to those people he cherished as he knew death was near. His wife June died 3 months after this video was shot, and he died 4 months later..

Although Johnny Didn't Write This Track,, It Would Become The Perfect Track/Way For A Legendary Music Icon To Say Goodbye...R.I.P. Johnny🙏❤️ Thanks For ALL You Gave Us.

I tear up every freaking time i hear this song

One of the very few songs that have made me cry

Great reaction. The fact that he'd been a celebrity for so long meant that they had the ability to go back and show parts of his whole career. The lady in the background was his wife. She died shortly after he recorded this and Johnny died a few months after that. His career covers a whole range of songs. This was one of the songs that he did for American Recordings. He'd retired and was convinced to come back to a new record label, but with the understanding that the songs would be done his way. The musicians on those albums reads like a whos who of the music industry of the late 90s and early 2000s. The music is sparse but compliments his voice very well. I would suggest reacting to : "A Boy Named Sue" "One Piece At A Time" Off of the American Recordings: Tennessee Stud The Man Comes Around (also written by Johnny Cash)

This video was filmed in February 2003, when Cash was 71. June died on May 15th, following complications after heart valve replacement surgery, and Johnny Cash passed on September 12th. of what many said was a broken heart ...

Was just going to write what is below , just to say Trent didnt want to hear this at first but when he did , he was blown away and gave this this to Johnny RIP

I’m not very familiar with 9 inch nails but I did listen to their original of this song. The guy who wrote the song after seeing Johnnys version said that that it’s not his anymore it belongs to Johnny. I believe it was producer Rick Rubin that convinced him to do this song. I don’t think I have ever watched this video and not cried or come very close to it. Beautiful reaction ❤

@barsandbarbells2022

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, it is SO powerful!

if johnny cash's hurt doesn't make you tear up in some way there is probably something with ya.

Leave love, not regret.

Johnny has many great song, this is a classic.

Trent Reznor wrote and sang this song. When he heard Johnny Cash sing it, he said this is Johnny's song now.

Don’t worry mate, I defy any man to watch this video and not weep. It gets me every time. Great reaction

Got into him about 20 yrs ago - had an incredible life.

I’ve been watching you guys forever and one of the most unique reaction channels on the tube, just rewatching this one and I can’t wait for yall to hit a half mil

Thank you for letting the video run until he closed the piano lid. Most people rush the end of this and never get there, but the closing of the piano lid is as moving as the rest of the performance. It's almost like watching him die. Very sad.

Trent Reznor about a young man trying to rescue himself and not drown. Johnny Cash about a old man reflecting upon his entire life at the end. Amazing lyrics transcending everything.

Crying to this is the standard reaction.

This song by Johnny Cash will make you cry but I recommend that you listen to one of his songs that will make you laugh. His songs Boy Named Sue, The One on the Left is on the Right, and One Piece at a Time prove that Johnny Cash also had a humorous side. He also was a master at telling a story as illustrated in Here Comes that Rainbow Again, Don't Take Your Guns to Town, Cisco Clifton's Fillin'' Station or Sunday Morning Comin' Down. The way he performed this song and made it his own just demonstrates why he is a legend!

8:10. Please take note of this time stamp!! That is June Carter. She was in the video to support her husband's "Swan Song," but she sadly died first unexpectedly....

I know I'm late to the table on this one. But this is a man's man's song bro. There's no harm in shedding a tear for a legend in his deepest moment when he wants you to,

I appreciate the thoughtful research and consideration of how he might relate to the lyrics.

This hits hard and can be difficult to watch. After I'd put myself through it a few times, it started to make me feel less sad and more hopeful, because I think doing this gave him a sense of peace coming to terms with his closing days, and it allowed him to leave a beautiful legacy to generations whom might have never known who he was otherwise. I like to think he was aware of all that when he decided to record this...