This is one of the most amazing songs ever written. Very deep and meaningful. Historical and poignant. Love your reactions. ❤
@Cadinho93
5 сағат бұрын
This is truly an amazing song that points out how humanity uses the devil as a fall guy to excuse our own inhumanity. Also, I had the chance to see The Rolling Stones back in May of this year. 60+ years and they're still excellent. Mick Jagger is also 81 years young, still singing and dancing like he's in his 20s. Definitely recommend you or anyone to see these guys live, especially who haven't had the chance as of yet!
@StephenAllison-gl2ky
4 сағат бұрын
Thank you. Put perfectly.
@guitarminioriginals4840
3 сағат бұрын
The Kings and Queens fighting for 10 decades was from the brutal 100 Year War
@PhoenixWoody
2 сағат бұрын
And they were all related.
@Jean-FrancoisPirenne
2 сағат бұрын
I rather believe it is referring to the war of religions that followed the reform of Luther.
@alundavies1016
2 сағат бұрын
@@Jean-FrancoisPirennethose wars are still going on
@davidevans3175
2 сағат бұрын
"Gimme Shelter" if you haven't heard it is probably their finest tune and the pinnacle of the Stones. There's a female vocal in it that will fry you in your chair.
@Caneandunable
48 минут бұрын
What a band. More Rolling Stones please.🙏
@daubreyjaneweirdsley
3 сағат бұрын
Sympathy for the Devil was influenced by the decadent/symbolist 19th century French poet Charles Baudelaire's 'Les Fleurs du mal' - Flowers of Evil, based on a book given to Jagger by his culturally sophisticated, stunning inamorata, 60's femme fatale Marianne faithfull - 'The Master and Margarita', written during the Stalinist era by Russian author Mikhail Bulgakov. The story concerns a visit by the devil to the officially atheistic Soviet Union. The Master and Margarita combines supernatural elements with satirical dark comedy and Christian philosophy, defying categorization within a single genre. Many critics consider it to be one of the best novels of the 20th century, as well as the foremost of Soviet satires. Sympathy for the Devil is considered one of the 60's greatest counterculture songs of warning and should be viewed as a companion piece to the Stones apocalyptic Gimme Shelter, Street Fighting Man and Dylan's/Hendrix All Along the Watchtower. These song represent the revolutionary turbulence taking place in the West in 1968. Sympathy is a song of dread and foreboding that represents the dark side of the 60's and the frailty of human morality. The lyrics: 'I watched with glee While your kings and queens Fought for ten decades For the gods they made' A reference to The Hundred Years' War a series of armed conflicts between the kingdoms of England and France during the Late Middle Ages. As for Jagger's voice it's fabulous, perfect for the song, a mixture of hauteur, contempt, derision and mockery filtered through a camp Dylanesque Blues drawl; perfect for the character of Lucifer, 'A man of
@mikeg.4211
4 сағат бұрын
The song's point is usually overlooked even by most reactors, which is sort of buried in the lyrics at the very end; namely, "I'll tell you one time. You're to blame."
@jasonlouis697
Сағат бұрын
That was something that I love to see in different works. For instance, in Good Omens when Crowley says hell hasn't come up with anything that approaches what humanity does to itself - painful and so true.
@smitisan4984
Сағат бұрын
The devil would say that, wouldn't he? Taking any part of the song at face value could be a mistake. Or maybe not...
@apctest8359
Сағат бұрын
"The line separating good and evil passes not through states, nor between classes, nor between political parties either -- but right through every human heart" -Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn
@Taylorswiftfan13308
Сағат бұрын
@@apctest8359 Nice!, I was thinking of that very quote for this discussion, but knew I'd botch the wording if I attempted it unassisted. Thank you for saving my fumbling pride. Have a good one! 🙃
@sanzoftatooine
5 сағат бұрын
Conga drums. And this song really clicked when they incorporated the samba beat. The original lyric was "who killed Kennedy?" but RFK was assassinated before they finished the recording, so Mick changed it.
@OroborusFMA
54 минут бұрын
Stuff was happening fast in 1968.
@GaryMorris-p2q
4 сағат бұрын
Wise beyond your years! You are so insightful and deliver every time! Keep up the great reactions!
@prestonfromgreensboro851
5 сағат бұрын
Staceyrpg, you absolutely nailed this reaction. You are quite insightful
@markdecker6190
Сағат бұрын
Thanks Stacey, you are one of the first if not the first reactor to this song that I've come across who's taken the time to analyze the lyrics. Of course you nailed it because not only do you have a good sense and knowledge of history, you also get what Mick and Keith were saying in this song. I've heard of teachers using this song as a jumping off point to talk about historical events. You're right, it is a genius composition.
@Oliverdobbins
4 сағат бұрын
17:23 I think your analysis of this song, lyrically speaking, is spot on. Something else I’ve always loved about this song is that the music has a sort-of ramshackle feel to it. Like none of the the individual instruments is playing something that fits in smoothly with what the others are playing. The song feels like it’s about to fall over itself at any moment, propelled along by the backing vocals while “Keef” adds just the right amount of lightning to the storm right at the end. You should try “You Can’t Always Get What You Want”. It’s yet another masterpiece (and much happier than Sympathy For The Devil and WAY happier than Paint It Black).
@AxelSchoening-bw4rq
4 сағат бұрын
Ok, I was about to write a comment with no end in sight 🤣. Now the short version: One of the best song ever writen, in my book. Your Reaction, especially the lyrics analysis, spot on, Stacey. Thank you so much 🤟👍
@Kristi-y8o
Сағат бұрын
I enjoyed your analysis of the song great work Stacy❤
@Trikkes-q9o
4 сағат бұрын
The bass line and the sound of the bass is really the driving force in this song. Its really awsome sounding
@sambirch6784
3 сағат бұрын
As lyrics go this is a particularly educated song. Unfortunately, at the time of release those opposed to The Stones took the title of the song out of context. The purpose of the song was to state that throughout history the devil had been blamed for humanity's ills when in fact it was the devil working in tandem with humanity, or even humanity's fault entirely. It's quite a profound concept for a rock n' roll song.
@prestonfromgreensboro851
5 сағат бұрын
Love some Stones! This is so cool live, when mick sings pleased to meet you, fire comes up all over the stage and stadium! Fantastic
@realityfuze42
2 сағат бұрын
Seeing it live was amazing - saw them live in 2003, and they got the crowd of 80000+ all chanting ”woo woo” throughout the song - very primal
@RobbingBanks-f8y
2 сағат бұрын
ROLLING STONES another band you should never ignore. Mick Jagger is such a dork . But he makes it look cool. He can actually pull it off. But the whole band is great . Loved your reaction . This song is one the songs that get better and better everytime you hear it.
@RobertRose-ki6qp
5 сағат бұрын
A perfect 5 star masterpiece! Still get chills every time I hear it.
@warrenhughes911
Сағат бұрын
Great reaction.. YESSIR..I SEEN THEM.. 1981..Orlando Fla. They awesome.. P.sReact to BEATLES.. PPS react to BOB DYLAN (BOB turned the BEATLES onto WEED)
@toddschmidgall9639
4 сағат бұрын
The “woo woo” chorus is led by Anita Pallenberg, a self described witch. At the time of this recording she was in a relationship with Keith with who she had several children. Before Keith, she was Brian’s partner, as pop’s first power couple…
@ThomasKnip
3 сағат бұрын
I am not a Stones fan. But next to "Paint it Black" this is just one helluva song! Literally.
@patrickoneill290
3 сағат бұрын
Hard to pick the best Stones song but for me this is the one. WOO WOO
@johnniekight1879
5 сағат бұрын
That's Keith Richards on both the guitar & bass. BTW Woo Woo is repeated 154 times. Just so you know. Check out "Can't You Hear Me Knockin" and "Gimme Shelter".
@alundavies1016
2 сағат бұрын
Is that 154 woos, but 77 woo woos?
@navagate1900
4 сағат бұрын
I think you gave the best breakdown I've ever heard.
@Gordy63
29 минут бұрын
One of the best songs in rock and roll history IMO. Really captures the essence of the Stones - blues, rock, attitude and swagger, and a touch of controversy. Best band in rock history 🤘
@ДмитрийЗайденберг
5 сағат бұрын
Jagger was inspired to write this song after reading "Master and Margarita" by Mikhail Bulgakov
@jeffstevens4262
3 сағат бұрын
There's also a brilliant studio version of this amazing and iconic song from way back. The studio version has some people dancing along to the band, and right there in the audience, we see John Lennon and Yoko..! It's a great watch and I'd recommend it to everyone. Mick is right in his prime. 🙋♂ WOO WOO!! 😄
@joaoparente6505
3 сағат бұрын
Hello, big fan from Portugal here! I love this song. It's an amazing analysis you've made. Keep up!
@Sir_AlexxTv
2 сағат бұрын
Absolute legends, they are still rocking hard after 62 years ... incredible.
@fzwilling
4 сағат бұрын
Awesome reaction :) Don't forget Lucifer the Lightbringer was just a Fallen Angel, actually God's favourite, his "thing" is all about Free Will. He might tempt you with greed, pride, wealth, but he doesn't commit the evil rarely himself. Later on, starting in the Middle Ages, the church made him into this evil horned creature we know as the Devil/Satan nowadays. It's actually very interesting to read on the mythology and were Lucifer comes from.
@kevin982
5 сағат бұрын
This is my favourite Stones song
@tracyrogers397
2 сағат бұрын
After all-- it was you and me. It was us.
@victorjohnson7512
4 сағат бұрын
I saw the Stones live in 1995 when they were in their mid 50's. I thought they were old timers then, but that was 30 years ago. Now I'm 60 and have fond memories of all the classic rock bands I got to see live. Bands like Jethro Tull, Doobie Brothers, Steve Miller, Alice Cooper, Steppenwolf, and many others. I grew up in a period of great artists that we mostly appreciate in retrospect after their time is done. But that is life.
@stuBdoc
4 сағат бұрын
Truly one of the masterpieces of rock music, both lyrically and musically. Never thought we'd get anything this deep from the Stones! Sums up 2000 years of human history.
@kennywilkus1632
2 сағат бұрын
The Stones are the masters at taking dark material and making it an up beat eclectic song! Songs like this, Gimme Shelter, Paint it Black are so fun to listen to but the meanings are so dark. Lol
@bretttodd6470
2 сағат бұрын
There's a live vs from their younger years that's pretty crazy and Mik gets down on the floor screaming in the mic as he takes off his shirt. John Lennon and Yoko Ono are in the audience.
@paulmiller5448
54 минут бұрын
I think that version is on "The Rolling Stones Rock'N'Roll Circus" I'm sure I seen Pete Townsend in the audience too.
@Macdelaven
5 сағат бұрын
Woowoo, I am glad you got around to this song. One of the best headphone wearing songs of all time. It's pretty neat how you immediately were drawn into this music, congas and lyrics.
@SaintPhoenixx
4 сағат бұрын
I love your enthusiasm for new music and you seem to nail the story or meaning behind them every time. This song is, as you guessed, about how people blame the devil for the evils of the world when all of it is done by us. Mick sings from the point of view of the devil or Satan and he mentions lots of atrocities from his perspective. "Who killed the Kennedy's? After all, it was you and me." It's basically the devil saying "I didn't kill Jesus, shoot JFK (and RFK), kill Czar Nicholas and do the French Revolution, it was everyone"
@blakefish80
4 сағат бұрын
We used to play a banging version of this in my band when i was a teen 🤩
@rhphotocdn
2 сағат бұрын
Yours and Everyones comments are bang on!! Hey Stacey, "Gimme Shelter" should be next.
@peterquinones3522
Сағат бұрын
You should know that Anita Pallenberg, one of the 2 or 3 most influential people in the Stones orbit in the 60s, is one of the people singing Woo Woo.😮
@ecbenson98
3 сағат бұрын
That guitar solo is like, "wake the f**k up and pay attention!"
@kimai1641
4 сағат бұрын
Welcome to the protest era of music (Vietnam war). The lyrics are intentional, the music is exacting in it's performance.
@jurgenschmidt2759
3 сағат бұрын
Inspiration for this song was the novel "The Master and Margarita" by Michael Bulgakow, a book that is a literature classic. The song has something that makes it special - it contains Keith Richards probably best guitar solo ever, together with the live versions. The whole "Beggars Banquet" album is a masterpiece. Another interesting fact - the line "Just as every is a criminal" in later performances it got changed to "Just as every cop is NO criminal"
@bruinbro23
2 сағат бұрын
To me, the best use of this legendary song is at end of 3 season series Joan of Arcadia, who talks to God, who appears to her in HS as kid, teacher, homeless man, etc..Amber Tamblyn awesome as Joan, and finally meets a man who she feels is bad, only to find out he's the Devil, played by Wentworth Miller, most known after in Prison Break series. When he appears on screen, this song starts in background, 20 years later, hear song, think of him and her. There are videos of them talking, like this, let's her know who he is, but never says...so writers love the song and words! There's a live version of them singing in England, and famous ones in croud back loving it. Look for it.
@robvodafone7282
2 сағат бұрын
Apparently Mick wrote as an acoustic samba type song, then Keith electrified it and made it more rock. Woo! Woo!
@gordonyoung1970
3 сағат бұрын
Listen to THE ROLLING STONES. the title of their First album, a lot of covers, but based on R&B /Blues originals. No lyrics to analyse because they were not relevant to them , but this is what started them on the long road to success. Back then it was the Beatles v. The Stones, you were supposed to like one or the other, but nothing wrong with liking both, apples /oranges. The Beatles even with long hair were the good clean guys and the Stones youd want to keep your daughter away from. After this they started writing their own material, but for me its still their BEST album. MONA, I'm a KING BEE opening with the classic Route 66.
@blabla48076
17 минут бұрын
The crowning achievement of Mick's lyricism.
@StephenDouthart
Сағат бұрын
Jagger wrote this after reading Bulgakov's The Master and Margarita. The song completely catches the vibe of the Novel!
@FritzMonday
4 сағат бұрын
70,000 people at this show, when I saw them ! 70,000 all singing " Woo Woo " !
@snakeinthegrass7443
2 сағат бұрын
WONDERFUL reaction, Stacey! ❤❤ Have a blessed day.
@cschwad559
Сағат бұрын
Give A Day in the Life by the Beatles a try. Another statement song.
@janhanchenmichelsen2627
3 сағат бұрын
When even main stream rock music was acutely relevant and thougt-provoking. Jagger nicked the idea from Bulgakov, as well as some Baudelaire. Then did his own twists. Clever guy. Add a band at their prime, with Richards at the helm here. Mighty Keef-bass, the sparks flying from his guitar. And never forget Nicky Hopkins on piano! This is an all-time classic.
@reintype
4 сағат бұрын
Also, please react to She's A Rainbow by the Rolling Stones. IMO, their Best Song and my favorite of theirs. John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin did the String Arrangements for that song.
@robpearce7660
4 сағат бұрын
David bowie "Blackstar" 2016 with the video "It will blow your mind"
@reintype
4 сағат бұрын
If you want a song that has lyrics with even more references, may I suggest We Didn't Start the Fire by Billy Joel. It's a song made for History Professors. 😅
@williambenner701
4 сағат бұрын
My lovely Stacy, you are always SO HUMBLE when it comes to your reactions on your channel! However you are a TRUE NATURAL at doing these reactions! Keep it up, for you ROCK!❤
@MrBedZeppelin
3 сағат бұрын
Stones/Beatles, Zeppelin/The Who/Hendrix, Pink Floyd/Genesis & RUSH/Van Halen ALL started before 1975 & represent what the future of music would be become. This song had introduced me to Keith's stinging guitar playing. Cop/criminal, Sinners/Saints, Heads/Tails & Sympathy/Taste. Ying/Yang, Yabba Dabba Booey. Thanks Stacey!!
@classiclife7204
30 минут бұрын
"YOU'RE to blame!" as Mick Jagger says. Don't forget that.
@simontemplar3359
4 сағат бұрын
I remember as a kid sitting with my dad in his truck listening to this tune. Right after the "get down," he was like "listen listen!" and I heard the bass for the first time as its own instrument. My ears and mind were opened. On top of that, the lyrics are a cautionary tale and a history lesson. This is one of my top 5 desert island songs. I can play the notes of the solo, but I'll never be able to play it quite like Keith did. He actually also played the bass on this.
@GodlessScummer
3 сағат бұрын
Stacy if you haven't reacted to "Gimme Shelter" yet then that absolutely needs to be your next Stones song.
@felipecampos3045
5 сағат бұрын
you should listen to N.i.b by black Sabbath if you thought these lyrics were cool😉
@josephputz2964
3 сағат бұрын
One of the many masterpieces by the Stones. I loved your analysis.
@cheripetty1805
3 сағат бұрын
If you want to see the Stones LIVE, I recommend THE ROLLING STONES: LIVE AT THE MAX. Shot on Iconic IMAX format from the 1989-90 STEEL WHEELS World Tour, filmed in LONDON. ONE OF THE GREATEST CONCERT FILMS EVER MADE!
@gill7045
24 минут бұрын
Great reaction on a great song! 'She's like a rainbow' is my personal favourite 😊
@GodlessScummer
3 сағат бұрын
Saw the Stones live a few years ago. The crowd really got into this song.
@ARD-lk5pr
3 сағат бұрын
Love your Stones reactions! The most iconic live version of this song is the Rock and Roll Circus in 1968. Jagger's performance was insane (no Woo Woos though). If you want a live version with the Woo Woos then you'll have to watch a much later version from the 1990s as they didn't really use backing vocalists on stage until then. Either way, enjoy - the Stones are always fun to watch!
@markusreimann602
52 минут бұрын
Well done! Thank you very much for your reaction
@fredinaz
2 сағат бұрын
I wasn’t expecting such erudite analysis, nice work!
@steviesellers
2 сағат бұрын
60s you were either The Beatles fan , the clean cut and good boys or The Stones untidy and bad boys . This is my fav track of the Stones along with Wild Horses which is a ballad
@chrislaustin
4 сағат бұрын
This is hands down my favorite Stones track, and while I was never the biggest fan of the band, they have some truly great songs and this is top of the heap for me. And not only is it my #1 song from the Stones, it is easily on my GOAT top 10 list of all artist as well, just an amazing tune(for so many different reasons).
@AliasMark69
Сағат бұрын
My All Time Favorite Stones Song
@doomhunter697
Сағат бұрын
They are still at it. They just dropped an album last year. I would suggest Angry from that album- it shows they "Still got it".
@remcohoman1011
Сағат бұрын
15:13 Dear Stacy... Girl I don't see you wielding a hammer, but you nailed it!!! Spot on !! Thabnk you for this awesome reaction, greetings from The Netherlands, my good lady :)
@ninja_tony
4 сағат бұрын
Another fantastic video as always! I hate that when I was a kid, I always mistakenly said the Stones were just a wannabe Beatles ripoff lol. Obviously, I was an idiot 😂 Now that I’m older, I realize both bands were equally creative, but were doing totally different things. And the Stones were just as experimental as the Beatles, but going in an entirely different direction. And as far as I’m concerned these days, The Rolling Stones are THE quintessential rock band. What an insane career and catalog they have.
@g0fvt
4 сағат бұрын
Much the same here, as a younger man I think the Rolling Stones lyrics and talent went over my head, I was more of a Beatles fan. Although I have been hearing Rolling Stones music for over 60 years my appreciation for it has only really taken off in the last 5 or so.
@dougr5187
24 минут бұрын
Great song and reaction. Everyone rightly points out the significance of "You're to blame" and "when after all it was you and me", as well as how humans can cause these crimes themselves (and should perhaps take more responsibility) with or without Lucifer's influence. But I also like the "Get Down" lyric: funky and an invitation to hell!
@IvanSergio1984
3 сағат бұрын
One of the best songs ever written.
@geronim0189
4 сағат бұрын
Bonjour Stacey ❤ !!! Too cool this song !! Perfect as always !! Thanks you !!! ❤❤❤
@remcohoman1011
51 минут бұрын
21:56 wonderStacy.. Do a Rolling Stones - ghost town.. they wrote, and brought it out mids lockdowns.. They nailed it !!! Over 60 years after they did Sympathy for the devil
@PeterOConnell-pq6io
3 сағат бұрын
"Use all your well learned politesse Or I'll lay your soul to waste"
@j0hnn13K
6 минут бұрын
One of the best "3rd person" songs there is i feel, and truly a powerful message. I always saw this as a perspective on human behavior, using the devil as a metaphor. This might be a bit out there, but i feel that the message is.. us, humanity being the devil because we did all those things he listed. And Lucifer being witness to all the evil that humanity is capable of, out of their own free will.
@Xtro-1098
5 сағат бұрын
Keep pumping out great content stacey....
@toddoglesby9849
5 сағат бұрын
Get off my cloud by The Rolling Stones is my favorite.
@animistchannel
3 сағат бұрын
My favorite live version: "Rolling Stones - Sympathy For The Devil - Live in St Louis" on the Rolling Stones official channel, posted 11 years ago. From the same time, if you want another powerhouse track with a lot going on, check out "Gimme Shelter ft Lisa Fischer - Rolling Stones Twickenham 2003" posted on the Ron J channel. The staging and musical complexity comes through better than on the official channel versions, and they showcase Lisa's mighty vocals. It's a real soul-blaster!
@rebrox6545
4 сағат бұрын
I'm so glad you finally hit this ons as it's always been a favourite of mine, Keith's guitar work is at his best here. The best live version, in my opinion, is from the Voodoo Lounge tour. THE STONES were never afraid of dealing with controversial subjects and conveying the subjects with a funky beat. Can't wait for you to discover Brown Sugar that will prove my point.
@markhenry8669
2 сағат бұрын
The Rolling Stones were in the Recording studio the night Robert Kennedy Was assassinated. One of the Members of the Royal crew open the recording studio door and said they just killed the Kennedy's again. They wrote it into the song😮 1968
@jmac03191961
40 минут бұрын
Outstanding analysis by you. You will LOVE Gimme Shelter
@tele789
7 минут бұрын
For a live version check out their live album "Get Yer Ya-Ya's Out!"
@VIRGODRAGON2009
Сағат бұрын
🎸31 July 75 Greensboro, NC Coliseum when I was a Army Paratrooper from Ft Bragg, NC, I sold pot in the parking lot to college students to pay for my ticket.🎸
@luvlgs1
2 сағат бұрын
The Stones didn't bring back-up singers. But there is a great live version on Get Yer Yas-Yas Out. Lyrics aside, those bongos rock! What a great confluence of different sounds. Keep on rockin
@josephvandiver6912
Сағат бұрын
Criminally underrated bass line.
@PaulEBarrie99
Сағат бұрын
One of the best written songs ever
@michaelnussbaumer1534
51 минут бұрын
Stones, Can't you hear me knocking.
@dentman67
2 сағат бұрын
This is the one that made me hit subscribe. Well done young lady
@TheGuyInRooM420
5 сағат бұрын
You need to listen to their latest song Angry from the Hackney Diamonds Album. Paul McCartney plays on this album too.
@briankuczynski4375
12 минут бұрын
Time to check out Stones live in their prime, and why Mick is the hardest working man in rock. Incredible frontman!Here's a link to one of my favorite Stones performances, "Midnight Rambler"...kzitem.info/news/bejne/r36Qy3aBn6F_eJgsi=ABiy7kklFBvw_d0b
@BreckTaxi
57 минут бұрын
A similar song by a lesser known band is "Why is the Devil Red" by Lost Dogs.
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