The official video with the babe teacher is half of the fun of the song.

The video is a MUST!!! It’s a classic. And worth the watch.

Alex Van Halen DOES NOT get the props he should. Such an overlooked talent. He’s the drummer. Eddie is the guitar. One of the best EVER! Then Michael Anthony on bass… and of course Diamond David Lee Roth vocals. You guys really need to familiarize yourself with Eddie, his talent, his Frankenstrat that he built himself, the brown sound…and on and on. Eddie can never be duplicated. He IS a legend. He was using tapping in songs, and all kinds of “ Fret “ tricks in his songs instead of just as a trick to show off in front of a crowd, like everyone else was doing. He actually USED it in his songs, so THEN, they had to figure out how to write that in music… how do you put a symbol for tapping when you’re writing music, ( or any other trick ) when that symbol doesn’t exist? So…basically a new type of writing was created. Because of Eddie. He changed music in a way. There is an interview on KZfaq, very recent interview, and he tells all about this. I couldn’t believe some of the things he’d done, created in music and guitars. He’s truly amazing, and there will be only 1. The interview was very interesting and informative. It would be cool to see you guys react to something like that. Or entire albums, or a live stream where you pick one or 2 artists and do nothing but their songs. It’s cool to see y’all delve deeper into a particular artist. Like Journey & Bob Seger. I totally enjoyed that!

I know you guys love the lyric videos, but you’re missing so much by not watching the official videos! Some videos make you appreciate the song even more and also tell a story. Also, live videos help you appreciate the entertainer.

The entire “1984” album is fire 🔥🔥🔥. Spawned four huge hits , and even the songs that didn’t get a lot of radio play , were fire. “I’ll Wait” is a song that a hip hop fan would love.

This is one of Van Halen’s best songs. Period. The guitar, lyrics, David Lee Roth’s vocals it ALL comes together here! Fantastic choice!

That look on Asia's face during the solo, priceless.

Eddie's guitar solo in this is genius level. How can you play notes so fast, and yet still create a melody that at times sounds so epic? oh yeah, shout out to Miss Tilley from high school 1985.

Alex Van Halen drum sets were crazy he played with 4 bass drums that’s how he gets those awesome beats

The original Van Halen here was - Edward Van Halen (guitar/keyboards), his brother Alex Van Halen (drums), Michael Anthony (bass/backing vocals) and David Lee Roth (lead vocals) ... In 1986 til 1996, Sammy Hagar was Van Halen's lead singer.

"I don't feel tardy" is my favorite lyric of any song EVER.

There are so many great guitarists out there but Eddie was untouchable, influencing countless guitarists but no one ever could truly replicate him. He was from another planet.

Yesss🤟🏽BJ you really need to see the video for this song thanks for playing

Great reaction!!! The video's incredible!!!

I must've heard that drum intro a thousand times and it never fails to give me goosebumps. I love seeing other people react to it for the first time.

Child of the 60's and 70's here. Put yourself at that time in history, in 1984 when this album came out, after two decades of unbelievably awesome music, this album was yet ANOTHER reason to continue the ride of excellence we were on! So much great music all around back then, and they managed to kick it up a notch. Legend band.

8th grade year a substitute math teacher gave me 3 detentions in 1 class (which the real teacher doubled when she came back the next day) because of this song. It was completely unplanned but my buddy and me walked into class late and when the teacher said something about it, I don't know why it popped into my head but I looked up at the clock and used the lines, "Aww man, I think the clock is slow. I don't feel tardy." Everyone busted up laughing (detentions 1 & 2). Later in the class she wanted to know if anyone had any questions. My buddy raised his hand. When she called on him he said, "I brought my pencil. Now give me something to write on man." Everyone busted up again. I fell out of my chair I laughed so hard (detention 3). Great memory.

I know 'Jump'... 'Panama' & 'Hot for teacher' were the big singles from Van Halen's '1984' album, but there some great tracks on the record - 'Drop dead legs' ... "I'll wait" ... 'Top Jimmy' ... 'Girl gone bad'... 🔥🔥🤘🤘

one of my Favorites of thiers. ALEX VAN HALEN one of Rocks Most underated DRUMMERS !

My band played this at the talent show in '85. And we won!

My great grandmother would have used the phrase "Wooper-Snappers" and she would have been 130 this year...lol...luv u2

One of my favorite songs from this band. Check out the official video. It's over the top. Like a young man's wants. Lol. You can see in the video they had a great time making it. A really good time kind of song. In around 4th grade, all the boys were so into Miss Fleischman. Gorgeous young woman, probably in her mid to late 20s. She broke our (boys) hearts when she said she was getting married! She brought her fiance onto class one day. If looks could kill, that man would have died a dozen or more. Lol. Great memories! Peace y'all!

Also if you get a chance, even if it is on your own, you should watch the official video, as it is essentially what you both were speculating about at the end. It's funny, and over the top on purpose, but still captures the band's talent.

First concert I ever went to. AC/DC opening for Van Halen at the Checkerdome in St. Louis! Many years ago but what a party!!

Y'all need to see the official video, it brings the words of the song to life. So much fun from the band.

He revolutionized guitar playing back in the late 70’s.when people listened to his Eruption Song.all I say all were blown away.WTF was this?Amazing Yeah people EVH RIP

Glad you are discovering the joys of the mighty VH!! Eddie was a once in a lifetime guitarist.

If people realized the skill level of this guitar playing, it’s off the charts

Love, love, LOVE this song. Alex Van Halen is an amazing drummer who is too often overlooked. Such talent. "I don't feel tardy' is my favorite line in this song LOL.

You guys need to watch the official video for this. Just for your own indulgence. You'll love it.

Gotta do the actual video of this song!! They really put the song in visual form through the video!!

And that was Mr. Eddie Van Halen on the guitar solo. God rest his rock and roll soul!

Eruption, You Really Got Me, Running With The Devil, Ain't Talkin 'Bout Love, And The Cradle Will Rock, Everybody Wants Some...it's the years from 78-81 I like the most.

LOVE VAN HALEN ! her first albums ; all are great musiciens . DAVID LEE ROTH have a great voice , and EDDIE are one of the best guitariste in the world ; rest in peace , paix à son ame , merci Eddie . HELLO from FRANCE ;

Try Mean Street by Van Halen. It’s right up your alley.

Eddie Van Halen was the GOAT! I love his solo's. May he RIP! 💔🙏🏻🕯️

"I brought my pencil... now give me somethin to write on" lol! I just caught the double entendre.

Eddie's son Wolfgang Van Halen played this perfectly at a tribute concert for The Foo Fighters drummer who passed away

1984 was my Senior year in High School......RIP Eddie....

Rip Eddie van Halen we miss you keep rocking out in heaven

I love that opening drum, reminds me of an old school racecar warming up.

In the now out of publication THE INSIDE MAGAZINE ( official independent fan magazine ) , there were interviews with some of the band's high school buddies that said the song was based on a teacher from their high school .

That drumming is just amazing

My teacher crush was my 8th grade English teacher. She was why I joined Drama club, because she was the director. That way I could spend more time around her. Official video is a must watch.

Ya'll are hilarious! This is what I was bumping back in high school! Great reaction! 👍👍👍

When that guitar sends shivers up your spine you understand why we call Eddie " The King".

I am soooo glad to see that you two are obviously feeling better!! LOVE those smiles!!

This iconic song has an iconic video! You guys must watch it. You won't regret it.

You two understand the formula and it almost feels genuine. I subscribed.

Seen them 2 times 1978 Texas jam cotton bowl Dallas. 1984 Dallas. All these bands I'm talking about my friend was with al delago rip.

Not sure if anybody called this out, but the very beginning drum cadence was specifically to mimic the sound / rhythm of an old Harley Davidson two stroke motorcycle. It’s AMAZING to hear.

So glad to see a whole new generation appreciate Eddie's/Van Halen's music. So hard to believe I will never see him perform again. Everyday I pick up my guitar, I'm always playing a VH tune.

Yeah, back in the mid 80s the song and video were a total package. This is still my favored Van Halen song though even without the video, mainly for the guitar solo on this one.

The drummer is Alex Van Halen and he like his brother Eddie Van Halen are both are well-versed in piano playing before he took up the drums. And Alex was the man who was in charge of the band. Alex did everything from setting up interviews to booking hotel rooms to keeping his band mates out of trouble.

I know it's been written before but now you should react to the official video. It's a killer.

Amazing Band 🎵 🎶🎸🥁

I have seen them 5 times throughout the years, always a great show (David Lee Roth and Sammy Hagar shows). So much talent in this band, so fun to see live. R.I.P Eddie!

“I don’t feel tardy” Best rock lyric ever

Eddie RIP all time great! His brother is a badass on drums also!

This song goes much better with the official video. I know I sound like a broken record, but if it's an 80's tune, you should probably always favor the video.

This was one of the very few songs that Eddie didn't record with his red striped guitar. For this song Eddie played a '58 Gibson Flying V guitar because he needed a pickup switch to play the quiet parts. UIn concert he just used a pedal to drop the volume.

OH! You need to watch the video for this! One of the most memorable ever made. Please, please.

BJ’s right. Van Halen was channeling every hormone-filled adolescent boy in this song. They captured that schoolboy feeling. The drums were crazy and his brother Eddy Van Halen is a guitar wizard

The story that went around back in the day about the drumbeat to this song was that the drumbeat was mimicking the exhaust sound of Eddie's Lamborghini Countach at idle.

Love this song,came out the year after I graduated!

One of my favorite solos from Eddie

Probably my favorite Van Halen song.

"I need tutorials." Love it. Thanks for making me laugh.

The sound/rhythm at the very beginning that Alex comes drumming 🥁 into is his idling Ferrari 🏎 engine

Alex ‘Bocephus’ Van Halen is one of the best rock drummers in history! When they were youngsters, Alex, actually, was the one who started out playing guitar and while little brother Eddie played drums, which he bought with his paper route money. However, as fate would have it, Eddie picked up Alex’s guitar and played it better than his big brother. After seeing and hearing what his little brother was doing with the instrument he worked so hard to master it pissed him off so naturally, Alex took up Eddie’s drums and the rest is history!

Love this song .

You gotta do this again with the official video - it's priceless. Only Van Halen could get away with a song this raunchy.

These drums, like your heartbeat when your 15 and have the puppy love butterflys

To this day still a song that I crank up loud enough to shatter my eardrums whenever it comes up on Ozzy's Boneyard.....or anywhere else it might pop up for that matter.

You guys got religion off Eddie Van Halen's guitar solo that was awesome

I love how they recorded the drums to sound like a motorcycle engine at the beginning too.

Great reaction! that guitar tapping at the beginning still blows my mind, up to this day! David Lee Roth's singing in this, is top notch.

Elton John had a similar song about 11-12 years earlier, "Teacher I Need You." Well worth a listen.

Sounds like a shuffle on the drums. Who has never had a crush on a teacher?! Thx “y’all!”

Speaking of when David Lee Roth says -- " I know about Disco ... " -- Eddie Van Halen in a recorded interview stated that when Van Halen were first formed, Roth was seriously into Disco ...

I'm so glad you listened to the audio first instead of the video. It's hard to separate the two. It's a great intro to the music. Watch Don't Stand So Close To Me by The Police if you want a similar vibe. Totally different 🎵 but similar in subject matter.

Every song on the 1984 album is a banger !

Welcome Back!!! You two!! Super Fun Song. The video is funny. Kids that look like the band back when they were 5th or 6th grade!!!

One of my favs. Such a fun song.

You ABSOLUTELY need to see the official video for this!!!!

Not just boys, men too. I am a 59 year old man who just went back to college and had a huge crush on one of my teachers last semester... So rock on! But you really gotta watch the video to get this songs full effect.

The speed the Van Halens played was completely amazing and then some.

Alex modeled the opening drum line on the sounds of a Harley - PEACE LOVE n HIPPYNESS ✌☮

The drummer is Eddie’s brother Alex Van Halen. Alex got a guitar, but Eddie would sneak and play it whenever he could and it became obvious he had the natural talent for it, so they switched and Alex took up the drums instead. Eddie was also a terrific pianist/keyboard player. RIP. Watch the official video!

The video for this song explains it all!!! I was in middle school in 1984 (the name of the album), and every guy through high school and beyond loved this song!!

Omg this is one that I wished you had watched the video for. The video reaction is way more fun for a song like this, but glad you liked the song. Keep smiling 🤘 🙂

I was 20 when this came out. I went down to Florida that spring with 4 other guys and we listened to this all the way down from Michigan. It was so great and we had such a great time. It always brings back some great memories.

The MTV music video to Hot For Teacher is a must see. They played it all day and it’s so wrong, but in a good way! 😁❤️

Fyi: Eddie Van Halen does the killer solo in Michael Jacksons song Beat It.👍

3rd grade Ms Sorrell. That was 60 years ago and I STILL REMEMBER HER. OMG

To Me: The drum intro sounds like a Harley idling & then throttle revved...

May be already said in previous comments below ...Eddie VH played the Guitar Solo in Michael Jacksons "Beat it"...one of his best

Yes, it was Eddie Van Halen on guitar and his brother, Alex, plays drums.

You guys are crackin me up. Rock on.

The video for this was insane. Of course being an 80’s video, it had lots of attractive women in it. 😂 But this song dropped the year I graduated from high school. Ye gods I’m getting old. But Van Halen was my band back then. Every song on the album 1984 was absolutely amazing. 🔥