There is a reason rappers sample these artists, because they are fantastic. It’s heartbreaking how little music there is in today’s hits

@Bekka_Noyb

9 ай бұрын

there is some great rock music happening out in the world if only Murica would wake up & notice

@neillenet291

9 ай бұрын

And rappers can't come up with banging melodies.

@singluna888

9 ай бұрын

It's just different. I remember my parents thinking the music I grew up with was just noise.

@neillenet291

9 ай бұрын

@@singluna888 I agree, there's a big difference between good music and mediocre music

@DvdLr7943

2 ай бұрын

Not really. It's because they like to use the works of others cause they can't create anything musically worthy.

every note in this song is perfection. The most powerful line is, "Hey little boy you can't go where the others go, cause you don't look like they do"

What Baker Street was to 80s sax, this was to 80s piano. Iconic.

@user-hd9nc7zp1v

3 ай бұрын

Baker Street was 78

I not only was under a rock for a few decades, but I was completely in a coma not being able to tolerate the extra sound, much less enjoy music. I was missing so much. Sooo thankful that I heard a song that literally woke me up and I have been devouring new music, artisits, genres and reactions for HOURS at a time. I feel like I am trying to catch up! Thanks for a great reaction!

@patbrewer4205

9 ай бұрын

So happy you’ve found the happiness pain joy and sorrow that musician can bring into your life

Sounds better than ever in 2024. Wow. That's great, great songwriting 😎😎☺️☺️

Bruce is a PIANO GENIOUS!! This SONG is From thé 80’s!!! I love this!!! From Argentina !! 🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷❤️❤️❤️

Fun Fact...Bruce played the piano for Don Henley's The End of The Innocence. Which is a great song btw.

Bruce can tickle the ivories with the best of them, but his voice just makes his music so heartfelt and personal. That is not taking anything away from Billy Joel or Elton John, both of them sit in the same throne room as Bruce. Elton's "Tiny Dancer" is so on par with this song...

Bruce Hornsby is very well known for his incredible piano skills that are easily identifiable as his, even when he's playing on someone else's song. This song/video was on MTV all the time back in the day, it's a world class song. Not surprising it caught Tupac's attention.

You must listen to Bonnie Raitt's "I Can't Make You Love Me" . Bruce plays a haunting, masterful accompaniment. Magical.

@camilemckitrick8783

9 ай бұрын

Voiceplay does an extremely poingeniet cover of this song. Tissues are a plus.

@janflewelling6277

9 ай бұрын

His piano injects as much of the heart into that song as Bonnie's heartbroken vocals. 😪💔

I had the pleasure of seeing Bruce Hornsby and The Range at Pensacola Beach back when this song was charting, It was great show! You've already heard Bruce's piano magic and don't even realize it! He did extensive studio work with a huge variety of artists. That was his piano on Bonnie Raitt's "I Can't Make You Love Me"! If you do a deep dive, you will find he is involved with everyone from the Grateful Dead to Wayne Shorter, and Pat Metheny. Peace & Love on your musical journey.

@tupelohoney622

9 ай бұрын

I was at that concert! Wonder if we actually saw each other.

@jamespaivapaiva4460

9 ай бұрын

@@tupelohoney622 Wow, it is a small world!

My dad took my brother and I to see Bruce Hornsby and the Range just as this album album came out in DC at the Bayou. He ate pizza with us out front and was chatting with my dad who was a great guitar player. I remember him being VERY tall and his hands were HUGE. Appeared as though they could span nearly the entire keyboard of the piano but I was blown away. I was maybe 16 yrs old at the time. Have loved him ever since!

Bruce's brother's on the drums, I think. I had this album, it's great. Mandolin Rain is so good. His piano playing is incredible.

@neilburns8869

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for mentioning that, I had no idea that it was his brother on the drums. But you are soo right about Bruce Hornsby and his piano skills and you could see him towards the end - he was thoroughly enjoying his performance - the fact that everything was going so right. A really brilliant artist and I loved some of the shots of him overlooking the piano and it's obviously in such a beautiful condition that you can see Bruce's face and his white shirt reflecting off the instrument - a very iconic image.

Hornsby, a classically trained musician is, as always, incredible. Sebs has a very good ear for greatness when it comes to real talent.

Had the pleasure of seeking Bruce and the Range ‘back in the day’… they were AMAZING. Bruce is still out and about; he’s played/accompanied many major groups/stars over the years, including Grateful Dead and Pink Floyd. Thanks for featuring his music.. he’s extremely underrated!! (Notice his how large his hands are?? He’s 6’4”.. played basket ball through college and probably could have had a career there as well)!!

I loved this song from the start and had no idea until last year that Tupac covered it. Much love to Bruce. His keyboards are simply amazing.

I just love how his fingers dance along the keys, with great lyrics.

I was a teenager/young adult in the 70's-80's. I also had older sisters that listened to 60's music. I was exposed to so much great music. This inspired me to sit down and play Changes on the piano. My older son was shocked as I usually play classical just to stay nibble.

This can't be improved! The social commentary; "that's just the way it is. ah but don't you believe it." Thanks Sebs.

Always loved this song. You'd also love "Mandolin Rain" by Bruce Hornsby and The Range.

@janflewelling6277

9 ай бұрын

OOOOh - that's my favorite of his.

I'm always amazed at your knowledge of music terminology and technique, but lack of exposure to really great music. So pleased that you're on this journey now and thank you for exposing me to some artists that I've never heard of, Dan Vasc is seriously amazing I'm 67 yrs old. Grew up on late 50's thru 70's, had kids in 80's, love all that time thru 90's. Country music mixed in off and on. And always appreciated Elvis, especially his Gospel music, nobody sings Gospel like Elvis. Anyway I so enjoy your channel, God Bless you and your lovely family

Just like there are very few guitarists where you know from the first few notes who it is (Eddie Van Halen, Jimi, Slash for example), Bruce Hornsby's playing is instantly recognizable - I don't know how he does it, but you know it is him (even when he is playing on another artist's track).

Rap is not actual music, but this is ❤

Bruce Hornsby is greatly respected by his peers as a pianist, musician and person. "Mandolin Rain" and "Valley Road" are another two of his songs that come to mind. Oh yeah, he is from Williamsburg VA in the historic Triangle of Jamestown, Yorktown and Williamsburg (my back yard).

No matter how good a cover of a song is, it is rare that it is better than the original. A new interpretation is cool, but rarely overshadows the original.

Never knew any other version of this song, thank you for exposing my lack of knowledge

Muy bien 👍

Excelentes musicas

Genioo

Bruce is 1 of the best piano players in the word imo! I grew up listening to all of the original music that rappers took samples from!

👍👍👍👍👍

this is in my top 10 songs list

A master of the grand piano, this shows what good taste Tupac had, he knew great music when he heard it

Great Reaction Sebs Duran! Don Henley of the Eagles had a Solo Album called The End of the Innocence and a song by the same name The End of the Innocence which Don Henley and Bruce Hornsby cowrote and of course Hornsby plays the piano on that song and it gives it that extra kick! Hope you can react to it someday! 🎹🙏🏻

@JESinQueens-NY

8 ай бұрын

Yesss! Hope to see a reaction for that one!

Sooo cute

Ooohhh

I saw Bruce Hornsby & the Range. It was a beautiful concert. I always say it was one of the best concerts I ever went to. His piano filled the theater. Then there was a projection of the night sky on the ceiling. Beautiful. For laughs, he and Ricky Skaggs (a bluegrass/country artist) did a cover of Rick James song Super Freak. It's genius and hilarious.

One of my favorite songs! Bruce is awesome!

I smirked when you read the lyrics and commented, “man I love the piano”, and I thought you ain’t heard nothing yet…

If you loved this, check out their song Mandolin Rain. It’s fantastic

@Smurgles

9 ай бұрын

You beat me to it! I love Mandolin Rain!

Bruce has performed and done studio work with a ton of other artists from many musical genres, more than I can list. He's a super talented musician and songwriter. I love the opening track" On the Western Skyline" from his debut album. The whole album is great.

All the reaction people go “Tupac” sampled this… I had to look Tupac up, knew I’d heard the name, but nothing else came to mind

Thank you for reacting to this song! I am glad you discovered the original. If you love Bruce's piano playing be sure and check out Mandolin Rain & Valley Road by him. He is totally awesome!

❤ adore this song. i never gave it a real listen til 1 day I did and a fave ever since. what a great timeless song

I visited Bruce's home town Williamsburg a couple of years after this was released and one of the culture shock memories (I'm Canadian) was how self-conscious a mixed group of white and black nurses were while they were waiting in line at the Denny's for lunch. They relaxed a bit when they heard our Canadian accents but the servers did not seem to welcome them the same way they did for me. I hope things have gotten better in the 35 years since.

Buenissimo 👏

Sebs. I love your passion and your appreciation. I'm a while 67 year old guy from New Hampshire, and all I want to do now is grab you, jump in a time machine back to the mid-70s get in the car and start cruising with the music blasting!

Excelente músico 👏

I've loved this track ever since it was originally released!

Bruce is a phenomenal pianist he had several hits and wrote many songs. I do have to admit the only Tupac I have listened to in my life is the few seconds that you just shared lol. Naver have been a fan of rap. Keep the positive vibes going, looking for the next one :)

Bonnie Rait, had Bruce H’ with on “I can’t make you love me”. Hornsby played with The Greatful Dead, in later times too.

You're talking about how you love the piano, somewhere around the 2:38 mark, and all I could think is: wait until Bruce Hornsby gets to the tail-end of the song....

Bruce Hornsby is probably one of THE best pianists currently living. Great friends with Bruce Springsteen and Sir Elton John, very well respected for his piano skills.

I always liked Mandolin Rain by these guys. A hidden gem, low key masterpiece

@0ldmanstew

5 ай бұрын

Absolutely agree. Such a sad yet beautiful song.

One of my favorites ❤ ty for reacting epic you enjoyed it❤ God bless😊

Genio

Bruce is an AMAZING pianist.

Buena entre

The 80s had some great music and artists.

Great reaction, thanks. There are enough of us out here who believe we can all do better.

awesome tune dude

This is a great song and this definitely fits in the 'protest' singer/songwriters. Hozier is one of a few modern singer/songwriter who heavily leans on activist messaging. Nina cried Power being one of his most obvious as it's a homage to the singer/songwriter activists who came before him. He's written songs about the fall of Roe v Wade, Domestic abuse, drug addiction, etc. If you like that sort of thing, give Hozier a try.

Bruce Hornsby plays piano on Bonnie Raitt song ‘I can’t make you love me.’

Listen to The Mandolin Rain...

Excelente video

Increíble

Thanks for the recommendation Stu! Someone has got to request “Mandolin Rain”. Such an emotional and beautifully crafted song. Would love to see Seb’s reaction to it.

Cool thing about Hornsby is he can take his songs and play them in different genres and it always feels fresh and new.

Childhood has entered the Chat. Thank you!

Masterpiece !! From Argentina!!🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷❤️❤️❤️

This song has stood the test of time

Everyone remembers “that’s just the way it is, some things will never change” But they always forget the most important part- the line that follows: “ahhh but don’t you believe them.” I hope you don’t believe them. I hope you find ways to grow and change. Have an amazing day.

Sebs, how have you never heard of this brilliant piece of music until now man😂

Bruce H filled in and helped out playing with Greatful Dead after there keyboard player passed suddenly on tour.

Thank you for what you do. I look forward to the way you go through a song. Pure enjoyment!

Great review, and I wish more people shared your opinion that others can cover a song and it is really OK to enjoy the cover as much or more sometimes. I love the dozen or so different covers of "Always On My Mind", but my personal favorite cover is done by the Pet Shop Boys. You should really take a look at them, many great songs...

@francismcknight724

9 ай бұрын

Nothing wrong with covers. Check out a video on here called songs you didn't know were covers, you'll be amazed

The "End of Innocence"

Sebs- Bruce is touring. He’s a genius pianist. I’ve got my tickets for April!!!!!

You need to listen to the album version. They cut the piano off in the video. The song really needs to heard all the way through.

One of my all time favourite songs and great beautiful 🎹 piano playing and great words to it ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊

He also plays a song with Bonnie Raitt.

Bruce Hornsby and the Range are legit - I'd love to hear your reaction to Mandolin Rain and The Valley Road

Had the pleasure of seeking Bruce and the Range ‘back in the day’… they were

Excellent🙌

Tooooo much Best!!!

I live near where Bruce hails from. He came into town last year to play with Jackson Browne when he came to town. He’s toured with the Grateful Dead, played on Bonnie Raitt’s albums and is considered a musician’s musician.

I think the word you were groping for may have been Timeless? When genera's cross in such a respectful and reflective way most agree, really is the magic of music.

It does my heart good to see you young folks discovering "our" music. It will stay alive because of. you.

Mandolin Rain & Valley Road are also great songs.

Check out a recent live version of this song, he is an amazing musician.

Sebs, this isn’t a comment in regards to this song. It’s a comment in regards to your opening statement about things going on in the world and music bringing us together. Having said that, I’d like you to check out Matisyahu’s One Day, maybe you have heard it, but if you haven’t it’s a perfect song. Just totally resonates with everything going on in the world, 30 years ago, 20 years ago, yesterday..Today and probably 50 years from now. It’s just an absolute beautiful song. If you’re reading this and haven’t heard it. Give it a listen. Put on your headphones, close your eyes and just enjoy. Much love

If you liked that check out his track "End of the Innocence/Song A/Sun Bear Theme", a long masterpiece where his piano skills just shine all the way through.

Listen to 'Long Valley Road'

I saw him in bars in Virginia before he made it. Amazing!

Early on Bruce had the choice of music or playing pro basketball. 🎶 🏀 Fortunately for all of us he chose music. 🥰❣

Here is another mash up to consider. Freddie Mercury and Wyclef Jean singing Another one Bites the Dust

Bruce Hornsby is awesome! If you really want to hear a bass line, check out Jump Into the Fire by Harry Nilsson!

The sample is the best music Is a fact for my opinion

!!!ATTN!!!!! You're gonna find 'every' original has more soul and meaning in it's expression, than any remake will ever hold. With far and few exceptions between. Example "HURT".

Bruce Hornsby---- Long Valley Road