Every time someone listens to this song for the first time, an angel gets its wings.
@michaeljimson69183 жыл бұрын
This song came out after she died. Was her only #1 single . RIP Janis
@moonstone11592 жыл бұрын
One-of-a-kind Janice! One of the best blues singer ever! Gone too young at 27 yrs of age!
@freckled1003 жыл бұрын
This was written by Kris Kristoferson, but Janis made it her own.
@Databyter3 жыл бұрын
I was going to put the same comment. Kris and Janis were new friends and Kris was trying to write some songs. Janis covered this and was going to surprise Kris with it. And she did, not only with the quality of her cover, but because it was really the last great song she recorded. It wasn't even released until after her death, and Kris didn't hear it either until after her death. He was very touched and amazed by it. A great loss to the music world. I think she had many years of greatness ahead of her, both as a person and a singer. Janis was unique. She broke the mold. Tragically drug abuse took her life. Databyter
@ScottyM19593 жыл бұрын
I've heard his version of this song but this was definitely her song
@ScottyM19593 жыл бұрын
Yes Janet died at 27 from an overdose but she was an icon and she will live on especially because of people like you.
@donaldball32453 жыл бұрын
@@Databyter "Me and Bobby McGee" is logged in the annals of Rock as the Greatest Posthumous Hit by a Female Artist. The Greatest Posthumous Hit by a Male Artist is "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay" by Otis Redding (1941 - 1967)...
@62impalaconvert3 жыл бұрын
"Piece of my Heart" and "Cry Baby" are sensational too.
@waynehackney58123 жыл бұрын
Ball and Chain as well
@clairerussell13913 жыл бұрын
Oh my god! Cry Baby ❤
@karenj36113 жыл бұрын
Yes and yes
@cezarypilecki55223 жыл бұрын
Summertime
@cooksmary3 жыл бұрын
You haven't heard her voice until you hear the two suggestions above.
@BeastrealDT3 жыл бұрын
Janis was a Texas girl with lots of soul and passion in her powerful voice. Tragically she is part of the 27 Club. Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Jimi Hendrix and Kurt Cobain all deid at 27 years of age. 😢 This song was written by singer/songwriter and actor, Kris Kristofferson. ✌❤🌹
@sarahzentexas3 жыл бұрын
And Amy Winehouse.
@lesliesylvan3 жыл бұрын
R.I.P. All and thanks for leaving us such great music . . . Rock on!
@pookiebear97353 жыл бұрын
@beastrealDT: yes, they all died young and all from overdoses. I know, this was my era. Everyone was shocked and saddened at the loss of so much music of our youth.
@ralpholson76163 жыл бұрын
Alan "Blind Owl" Wilson
@3ScotsInk3 жыл бұрын
Robert Johnson, originator of the 27 Club. Amazing and serendipitous that we have recordings of Johnson. So many big, big names in rock n roll, rock, r & b, and beyond were influenced heavily by him. I wish he could've lived to see his legacy.
@MikeC-ce2dz3 жыл бұрын
Yes she died at 27. Just imagine all the songs we could have had otherwise. Just to young to leave this world.
@hiko733 жыл бұрын
Like Amy, Curt, Robert Johnson, Brian Jones, Jimi, Jim Morrison....that 27 club is wild
@onlyme1143 жыл бұрын
I remember when they told me she was dead I just stopped what I was doing and cried. Most of her fans called her Pearl and she was one of a kind. Her song Take another little piece of my heart is my favorite. This one is a close second.❤️🎼❤️🎼❤️🎼❤️
@SueK513 жыл бұрын
Hendrix died in September 1970 and then, Joplin in October 1970. It was like someone sucker punched me. Twice. We'll never see anyone like either of them again.
@mythicalmountancentralasia61833 жыл бұрын
The flame that burns twice as bright, must burn half as long
@kennethw78313 жыл бұрын
Janis had soul she could sing the Blues.
@cletushouse9063 жыл бұрын
You really need to do Janis Joplin at Monterey. When they pan the crowd, the woman who can’t believe what she is hearing is MAMMA CASS, a star with the voice of an angel.
@beno72383 жыл бұрын
might be some of the best live Janis ever, imo
@geminiacleo7ewe3 жыл бұрын
That voice! She still had a lot to offer the world. Sad to lose a talent like hers at 27.
@toddsill62303 жыл бұрын
Take another peice of my heart Janis 's version is the standard that all others compare
@sjw57973 жыл бұрын
Erma Franklin's version is good too. A very different interpretation.
@juliamoles80053 жыл бұрын
My mom was blessed enough to attend Woodstock. So she was able to see Janis play. She says Woodstock was the most memorable moment of her life😇
@jenniferlloyd95742 ай бұрын
Wow. Janis Joplin wasn't a conventionally attractive person, but at Woodstock she had the crowd eating out of her hand.
@stephenurso92673 жыл бұрын
The line I'd trade all of my tomorrow's for one single yesterday is especially sad given how young she was when she died!
@MrBPC767 күн бұрын
"Freedom's just another word for nothing left to lose" One of the best lyrics ever dropped into a song
@rob79533 жыл бұрын
Janis never sang a song she didn't pour her entire being into. "Ball and Chain" and "Try (Just a Little Bit Harder)" are great examples, but honestly, you can't go wrong whatever you choose to listen to. For something a little different try her song "Mercedes Benz."
@mattshaw61803 жыл бұрын
When she sings "A Woman Left Lonely" you can feel every bit of that hurt.
@margaretlafleur903 жыл бұрын
I saw Janis at the Monterey Music Festival in the late 60’s. I was totally blown away like Cass Elliot. “Ball and Chain” is my favorite Joplin song.
@fausty1503 жыл бұрын
Wow I'm so jealous that you went to that. I bet that was amazing. I go to Glastonbury in the Uk every year when i can get a ticket. But i would have loved to have gone to the festivals in the 60s.
@margaretlafleur903 жыл бұрын
@@fausty150 We’re you able to see Amy Whinehouse? I absolutely adore her. I’m almost 81 years old & I love good music. Take care.
@fausty1503 жыл бұрын
@@margaretlafleur90 Yes I saw her. But I have to say she was really wasted. So it could have been better. If you have not heard Christine and the Queens. Check her out. She was amazing at Glastonbury.
@jannaromine59083 жыл бұрын
I've always loved the Cheap Thrills album version of Ball and Chain, I know it's not as "raw" but oh my God it is so beautiful!! Everything from that album is spot on and I wish someone would finally react to it💞
@margaretlafleur903 жыл бұрын
@@jannaromine5908 It’s amazing. Be safe.
@adriankucinski4813 жыл бұрын
One of the greatest singers ever to have lived. Part of the 27 club.
@jozefhatert62312 жыл бұрын
her voice was sensational amazing ,one of the best raw soul voice ever walk on planet earth..
@mzblue72142 жыл бұрын
Love Love Love your reaction. Janis took you on ride didn't she! Serious respect for Janis. Live on Janis!!
@lavenderbee36113 жыл бұрын
Janis sung from her heart and soul, truly an amazing voice. She knew the blues first-hand and bared her soul with each performance. Check out Janis at Monterey doing Summertime and Ball & Chain, it's iconic.
@michaelherbert13953 жыл бұрын
I am definitely trying to incorporate "fiddlesticking" into my regular vocabulary.
@judywein328210 ай бұрын
I am so grateful I lived through this time. A voice that makes your soul ache!
@lesliesylvan3 жыл бұрын
Janis . . .The PEOPLE's Super Star! Hold onto your seat JAYY
@raymondgilbert13413 жыл бұрын
Check out her duet with Tom Jones called "Raise Your Hands". You can see her live there.
@annadipietro43793 жыл бұрын
We lost a great artist. Always my favorite. Piece of my heart now baby!!!!!!!!!!
@sandyleewhite3 жыл бұрын
Janis definitely was a force to be reckon with, & never to be duplicated!!! ***RIP BEAUTIFUL SOUL***
@jamesdignanmusic27653 жыл бұрын
A one-in-a-billion voice. RIP Janis. Saddest of all, Kris Kristofferson wrote the song and it was largely about Janis and his feelings for her. He didn't hear her version of it until after she died.
@lisalotwin31543 жыл бұрын
Janis, so good. Worth a deep dive. She had so many hits. You won’t be sorry to hear more.
@ItsJustME-OnYx2 жыл бұрын
Janis Joplin is a Legend. She sang at woodstock in 1969 . Always loved her raspy growls !!
@michaeljimson69183 жыл бұрын
Love love love Janis!!!!!
@bluesky-rb8fn2 жыл бұрын
To much soul she had to leave this planet and share it with the universe!! Soar and sing with the angels Janis!!!
@joanlajara39392 жыл бұрын
You are right she had soul! One of the best blues rock performers ever! Listen to Summertime, Ball and Chain and many many more!!
@willywonka78123 жыл бұрын
This song was written by the old grizzled vampire-killer who showed Wesley Snipes the ropes in Blade. Otherwise known as the esteemed Kris Kristoffersen
@MilosDaddy3 жыл бұрын
Kris was a brilliant songwriter. One of my favorites.
@ilenedechurch8333 жыл бұрын
My fav!!! Janis Joplin!!! She was like no other!!! Yes, she is a member of the 27 Club!!!
@victoriagrove53442 жыл бұрын
Love Janis! Thank you for reacting to our amazing icon!
@nick37453 жыл бұрын
Ms Janis is the GOAT for a reason. No female artist, hell few artists can compete with that soul.
@carolyncoppola9743 жыл бұрын
So glad you did this reaction. It is sad drugs took SO many talented artists away from us. Such a bright future awaited her. Gone far, far too soon!
@alanschaible7603 жыл бұрын
Janis Joplin with her energetic stage presence and dynamic vocals open the door for future women of rock. She showed everyone that rock music wasn't just for the guys. She was one of the greats of rock and roll. And when you think of the great s of rock and roll names like Jimi Hendrix, led Zeppelin, Jim Morrison and The doors, no list would be complete without adding Janis Joplin 🤘
@lynnemayotte22313 жыл бұрын
You have to hear Janis singing 'Summertime". A real experience and a treat.
@raenellefisher85143 жыл бұрын
Janis Joplin at Monterey Pop, Ball and Chain. She's so good she can change your life.
@lindawhite5006 Жыл бұрын
Janis joplin was amazing. Sadly like Amy Winehouse and my 36 y/o daughter she was gone way too soon! Thank you for taking your time and sharing with us. 🇺🇸
@jbear35627 ай бұрын
"Freedom is just another word for 'Nuthin left to loose." Might be the deepest message I ever heard in a Rock & Roll song.
@dorkchop463 жыл бұрын
Thank you for reacting to this phenomenal artist. She was a little woman that had a hell of a raspy bluesy voice. Short life,(o.d. in 1970) short career. But her music will live on forever. Thanks.😁
@txquilter6082 жыл бұрын
I love watching you discover Janis! Others have done covers of this song, but none have touched her performance.
@arizonanative74092 жыл бұрын
Your reaction is spot on… I miss Janis and the whole musical era that spawned artists like her. New subscriber!
@nickblack46613 жыл бұрын
Jayy, thanks for entering the rabbit hole of Janis .... her voice is something out of this world ... for soul check out Piece of my Heart ♥️
@joemiles50943 жыл бұрын
brought tears to my eyes, again! Janis poured all she had into everything she did, including hard core partying! it was a different era, took a lot of talented people. (glad I grew up in that era versus 2da, but I imagine every older person believes when they grew up was the best!)
@tonydelapa19113 жыл бұрын
Although I have watched many of your reaction videos, this is the one that got me to subscribe today. You did a nice job with this one and I’m glad you have been introduced to Janis. Thank you for what you are doing with your channel. There is another Janis, Janis Ian, who has one of the most beautiful voices I have heard over the past 45+ years. Every song on her “Between The Lines” album is outstanding. People know it best by “At Seventeen,” her lonely high school girl saga that is poignant, beautifully written, played, and sung. It’s always popular around Valentine’s Day all these years later.
@victoriataylor67413 жыл бұрын
'Tell Mama' is awesome! I grew up back in the 60s when Janis was everything! I love your reaction videos. I only subscribe to 4 & you're my favorite!
@susansharp9852 жыл бұрын
Janis was a huge part of my growing up.....will always miss that woman.
@jpsned2 жыл бұрын
"Windshield wipers slappin' time, holdin' Bobby's hand in mine..." love that lyric!
@hippiejoe9693 жыл бұрын
Janis, had so much soul and blues in her singing and her life. PLEASE MAKE A BETTER CHOICE! ! 2 YRS ago I lost my sister to a heroine overdose. MISS YOU EVERY DAY JENNY. Please play Joe Bonamassa, (I'LL PLAY THE BLUES FOR YOU ) Live at the Greek Theater. Thanks Jayy, and God bless. HIPPIE JOE
@miketodd1853 жыл бұрын
This by far is my all time favorite song of hers.... This song is just Bad Arse!!!! Period.... xoxoxoox
@tracilmoser16773 жыл бұрын
Janis actually holding her power back in this song.
@karenj36113 жыл бұрын
Yes her voice is amazing, and this is one of her mellower tunes. Piece of my Heart and Cry baby are a MUST
@paulettebrown34272 жыл бұрын
Janis Joplin was a voice back in the day die to young🔥🔥🔥 thanks again
@laurahutzel17073 жыл бұрын
Janis' voice was very unique
@harryputang53523 жыл бұрын
Janis Joplin live at Monterey singing "Ball and Chain"..really 👍
@jonnno2433 жыл бұрын
Wonderful. Her version of Summertime just HAS to be heard .And her version of the Bee Gees " To Love Somebody", I LOVE.
@piratsnygg3 жыл бұрын
Kozmic Blues! My favourite Janis song of all time.
@Legacykshort2 жыл бұрын
Tears to my eyes! That's soul baby!!!
@kerrymichaels85173 жыл бұрын
The best female vocal performance anywhere, anytime is Janis singing “Little Girl Blue” on Tom Jones show in the late sixties. Please check out that video!!
@petercsigo99353 жыл бұрын
Janis Joplin was a beautiful soul.
@sarafrey31633 жыл бұрын
Janis gets into your soul and stays there❤️❤️
@jenniferjacobs2283 жыл бұрын
The original wild child...who never knew how good she was.. R.I.P. beautiful soul xxxx
@robertparera80462 жыл бұрын
When I found out that Janis passed away, it felt like someone hit with a bat across my belly.. I cried like a little baby.. She was and still is my favourite female singer.. Felt her all the way into my heart.. Even now I get messed up over her.. Love Janis!!
@NativeNYerChicHK3 жыл бұрын
That’s the type of song that leaves you wanting more, like you never want it to end. It’s that good! ♥️ She really was a musical genius, too bad she was also a tortured soul 💔
@amberburris56743 жыл бұрын
I haven't watched your reaction yet but I am about to and I hope you LOVE it..... One of my favorite songs of all time!!!!!!!!
@samalamcwc3 жыл бұрын
She makes you cry man, she was beautiful and perfect, she was an amazing woman and I love her to death
@crsounddoctor49373 жыл бұрын
Janis had some serious soul in her voice & she delivered nothing but pure FIRE in this track!!! It is a classic VIBE too!!!
@kareng46583 жыл бұрын
You definitely should watch her live doing Piece Of My Heart - so much soul!! What a talent, RIP Janis we miss you.
@paulburrell70583 жыл бұрын
I love ❤️ your show.. it proves to really listen to one another and music is the way. .. good show! Paul in Ohio
@scenicdriveways67082 жыл бұрын
Janis had a very hard life, she was bullied in school to the point where she left school and the town. That girl was in a lot of pain, and I can hear that pain in her come pouring out into her songs. It's sad & beautiful all at the same time. I feel so sorry for that broken little girl inside her. I hope she's resting in peace in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior.
@cassandracampbell34243 жыл бұрын
My all time favorite of hers!
@colleenklatush33173 жыл бұрын
Raw talent her voice unique yes overdose damit she’s legend iconic they leave best of best of her she beautiful it was hard for her
@snewhouse133 жыл бұрын
Janis is AMAZING!!!
@shaynep98523 жыл бұрын
She was definitely one of a kind 🙏🏽 RIP Janis ❤️
@beecee22053 жыл бұрын
Ball and Chain, Piece of my Heart, you will do your ears and soul a great favour by listening, off the wall vocals on both
@jamiepuente481 Жыл бұрын
One of the greatest female voices ever.
@raymonddevera27963 жыл бұрын
Jayy you need to hear a young 13yro that got the Golden Buzzer on AGT. I closed my eyes and I thought I listening to Jains Joplin. The judges were amazed. Her name is Courtney Hadwin. Just give a listen.
@robert-ef8qv3 жыл бұрын
Yes Raymond, Courtney was so amazing, a reincarnation of Janis , Howie Mandel was blown away by this young girl, he hit the Golden buzzer . Janis was looking down from heaven , she was impressed. ❤️😢🙏RIP Janice .
@tonycg99523 жыл бұрын
I hear her video everytime i get a chance love that voice
@suecurran4823 жыл бұрын
Don't be mad you haven't heard it before. Be glad you heard it now! :) And you're right: even though someone has passed, they're never "gone" as long as you remember them, think of them, play their music, etc. God Bless, and Rock on!
@RussellStClair-cy1vu3 жыл бұрын
That was the Queen of the Blues . BB King said so , nuff said ! Everybody !! "WHEN LOVE COMES TO TOWN....."
@mrffe2 жыл бұрын
Janis was one of my favorites, still is. Her music was called "blue eyed soul".
@VinE836563 жыл бұрын
Such a great version of this song and you need to hear her really sing the blues. She was amazing and any female singer to this day with some rasp in her voice will inevitably hear themselves to compared to Janis. She is an icon and a trailblazer and really one of a kind. My favorites from her are "Piece of My Heart" and "Down on Me".
@sopwithpuppy3 жыл бұрын
"Summertime" and "Piece of my heart" and "Cry Baby". All are great. Janis put her heart and soul into every performance. Sadly missed.
@cynthiabustamante28843 жыл бұрын
You don't just hear Janis......You feel her!
@Triggerhippie70 Жыл бұрын
Janis was SOMETHING SPECIAL!
@JD_Cool3 жыл бұрын
"LITERALLY AN EXPLOSION OF GREATNESS." Jayy, I could kiss you for that! That kinda comment is why I watch these song reactions.
@andrewmatthews10833 жыл бұрын
Suggest : Ball and Chain - live at Monterey. Superb.
@musiconlyplease98 Жыл бұрын
there will only be one... Janis Joplin 🎵🎶🎵🎶
@palmirasanchez3 жыл бұрын
JANICE IS THE BOMB!!!
@richardmyers15063 жыл бұрын
Janis
@danaberman69293 жыл бұрын
She was amazing.. You have to watch her video's on stage. She was full throttle.
@Keykey743 жыл бұрын
This one always gets me for some reason…you can just feel the emotion in her voice.
@georgediperna31553 жыл бұрын
That girl had a set of pipes. Love her. Listen to Pinks version of this song. She does it right.
@richardoliver77913 жыл бұрын
Best song for me Janis Joplin, Big Brother & The Holding Company - Summertime (Live at the Carousel Ballroom - 1968)
@larrywt6563 жыл бұрын
One of the absolutely greatest recordings of all time!! Me and my late wife used to sing this out loud every time it came on the radio. The line "I'd trade all of my tomorrows for a single yesterday of holding Bobby's body close to mine" has truly special and significant meaning for me now. And yes, her music has MOST DEFINITELY lived on. Janis only released two solo albums, but she was also the lead singer for Big Brother & The Holding Company, which was the actual artists for most of her biggest hits.
@proudarmymom86573 жыл бұрын
This album was released after her death and she never got to see or experience the greatness of this album and how great this song was and that this song went to number one, sad she passed away way too young way to young! RIP Janis