This song saved my life , i was homeless and pregnant. This song Came on thé radio and first i cried my eyes out because i had nothing and after thé sad part i smiled so hard , i had my son ,my life , my body , my health . I worked hard to get to where i am today. All because of this song ! 🖤

This woman had a tough life. On Netflix is a movie/documentary called “What Happened Miss Simone?” It is part of their BLM list of movies. You should watch it.

I saw this woman perform in Central Park. And at the end I thought: she could sing the phone book and it would be beautiful.

Nina had perfect pitch, and she was classically trained in piano, but denied playing in the great halls due to skin color. She is great and you can’t go wrong with her music. Loved your reaction to her song “Feeling Good.”

If you want Nina Simone to blow your mind, Listen to I Put a Spell on You

Listen to all her music boys... she is a pure voice for every generation, I still go to her when I need to settle my mind or make a hard choice. I am 65 and I love to watch your channel. I wondered how long it would be before you discovered Nina. 🤎

Study this woman's life! She was a child prodigy on the piano, activist, truth teller and the High Priestess of Soul! Also listen to Backlash Blues and Four Women.

This is Nina's version of a song from the musical "Hair". Check out her singing "Strange Fruit". The subject is racism during the Jim Crow era. Nina could sing names from the phone book and move people ♥️

Also check out Nina Simone's Young Gifted and Black because that is exactly what you both are

Nina Simone’s “Strange Fruit” is something every black person should know to know our history in the country.

This is the woman who inspired Lauryn Hill.

She's a queen. One of a kind. Love her music. #anotherbanger

Hi, guys. I was so happy to see you react to the fabulous Ms.Simone. She lived through some hard times and was an important influence during the civil rights movement of the sixties. Even if you don’t post a reaction, please check out some of her other performances. My favorite of hers is Mississippi God Damn”. “Strange Fruit” is another good one which was about lynchings in the South. She was truly a pioneer.

I am so proud to see you young men appreciate different genres of music. You brightened my day

Her music is iconic. You will find a lot of her music in movies and commercials today. Most people have heard her music but don't know is her. She is amazing

Sinnerman is my favorite by the super underrated Nina Simone.

Netflix has an AMAZING documentary on Nina Simone. Heartbreaking how life treated her.

Love you guys and this song! She didn't mess up, tho--there are two noticeable glitches in the old video tape. Nina Simone never messed up--the universe wouldn't allow it, lol

Thanks for reacting to the incomparable Nina Simone! I discovered her late in my life, but soon enough to be privileged to see her in concert in Boston - I hardly know what to say -- what a talent - and so wasted by racism and prejudice that prevented her in her youth from achieving the fame and accolades she so deserved! I hope you go on to listen to more of her work -- not just as a singer/songwriter, but as an amazing pianist --

Nina was a concert pianist! She had MAD SKILLS! But...she was turned down for being a Black Woman! She didn't let that defeat her. She became a singer and found a way to share her skills! She is a monumental figure in Black Culture. Heroic! Props and RESPECT for you young men sharing her music. Check out her take on the song Baltimore!

She always said she felt she was a pianist and not a singer and couldn't understand why people would want to hear her sing. I always thought she has this incredible power in her voice, the power of storytelling. And she wrote such incredible songs!

Thanks for introducing me to this song. It brought tears to my eyes. "I Got Life". Now to listen to it again.

Thanks for listening to this song. It’s new to me too! I love it. This is a great reminder of what we do have in these crazy times. Embrace your life.

You have to hear My baby cares for me.

Hair was a beautiful play, film, soundtrack, everything. The 1970 film is brilliant and a good place to start, you won’t regret it. But never does anyone interpret a song quite like Miss Simone.

She’s one of kind. You should listen to Elton John Benny and the Jets or I’m still standing and Meatloaf paradise by the dashboard lights.

You guys are exposing me to all kinds of music! Love it.

This is the first time I heard this song also. I feel like It's saying count your blessings. ☺

I'd never heard this song before. Notice that when she moves from what she ain't got to what she's got, the song changes from a minor key to a major one. Great song.

Have you reacted to Janis Joplin yet? If not you must listen to Janis Joplin's Me And Bobby McGee. She is one of the best rock and blues singers of all time.

I had heard some awesome Nina Simone songs before, but this was my first time hearing this one. Thanks for sharing!

So much love for Nina. She's had so many great songs but "I want a Little Sugar in My Bowl" was the first song I ever heard her sing and will always be my favorite.

Thanks guys! I thought I had a well rounded musical education but I had never heard of Nina. I look forward to exploring her music!

Sade boys. Beautiful woman, beautiful music. Smooth Operator for an introduction

Love to see you guys re-listen to this in 20 years.... You got an amazing part of Miss Nina’s message. I’d like to hear your perspectives after significant adult life. Not that you are wrong, but I suspect you will find layers you didn’t hear now. I know I hear things from Ms Simone that I that were like dog whistles in my mid 20’s. Cheers. Great stuff. Keep on doing your thing! Chris

I believe I heard that song in HAIR, the musical... or a version of it.

She brought tears . Y'all give Stevie Nick's a listen. Linda Ronstadt, Bette Midler (The Rose) Jennifer Holiday. OMG

I love her music and voice! One of my favs is Mississippi Goddamn !!! I was super happy she got inducted to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame !

Check out “River Deep, Mountain High” by Tina Turner.

You need to listen to Louis Armstrong What a Wonderful World, anything Louis Armstrong, that makes me cry everytime I hear it.

This was great. Thanks. Question - How in the world have you not stumbled onto Steely Dan...?? They are known as a band's band. any of the great musicians when asked what do you listen to after you finish a concert... They would all reply Steely Dan of course. Their productions are so tight the musicians are all quality... This is a rabbit hole I can't wait for you to go down. Hopefully you'll check them out soon.

You should listen to Bob Dylan's "times they are a changing" it fits with what's going on in the world today.

One of my favorite songs of all time. Love y’all!

I had forgotten this wonderful gem! Thank you for reviewing it. I added it to my pandemic/protest playlist. Since you appreciate classic rock with a jazz flair, try Steely Dan. "Ricky Don't Loose That Number" is my favorite. (It uses the base line from "A Song For My Father, " a great jazz standard.) Thanks for showing appreciation to all forms of music!

Nina was a force . Non apologetic, forthright, had a message and no one dared to to stop her . She wasn’t having it . She said what others wouldn’t . Her version of “ Pusherman “ and “ Strange Fruit “ is sobering. When it came to civil rights? Fierce .

She is incredible, she did not have things easy but her incredible spirit triumphed.

Gotta say this was my first time hearing this particular song by her as well. Much Love

that is such a good song choice i'm glad u loved it!! Ms Simone is the real queen

You have to react to Phil Collins Something in the Air. It’s iconic. And it’s awesome live

What a singer she was.she came from bad times and still produced that.Amazing.

It’s great to see kids my age listening to her lol glad I’m not the only one! 💯

I am so glad I found this channel and heard this amazing singer!! I have been missing out!!

This is my favorite Nina Simone song and I LOVE Nina Simone!

I love this song!!!!! Wow most people don’t even bring this song up when they mention Nina. I’m glad y’all caught it

This is from the hit 1960's Musical "Hair." Nina takes it to a whole new level.

Oh how I love Nina Simone... Great choice. Check out Sergio Memdes & Brasil 66: Pretty World. Such a beautiful song. I see someone suggested Meatloaf's Paradise by the Dashboard Life. Classic. Edith Piaf's Non, je ne regrette rien. Keep 'em coming!!

What a Gem Nina was, man she could sing and you would heal!

Thank you! Just discovered you today and I'm hooked! Love watching your reaction to the music and remembering mine. You are both fantastic!!!!!!!

Love her voice!!!!!

NIna Simone's "Baltimore" "Mississippi Goddamn" Are amazing.

Pure, pure , pure voice. Glad u liked her Feelin Good song. Now try Sinnerman.

I remember hearing this song on the radio when I was a little girl - not really understanding it the way I do now, but loving it just the same.

I think you’d like Minnie Riperton ‘Lovin’ you’

Such a solid number. Gives me chills man. Also, love you guys!! ❤❤ Just discovered y'all this morning!! Now bingeing everything.

The lyrics were familiar to me, but not the artist. So I paused this video, and started singing the lyrics to myself, when I realized I knew this song from the Musical "Hair". It is an incredible song, and Nina is pure soul. Excerpt: "Ain't Got No, I Got Life" is a 1968 single by American singer-songwriter Nina Simone, from her album 'Nuff Said. It is a medley of two songs, "Ain't Got No" and "I Got Life", from the musical Hair, with lyrics by James Rado and Gerome Ragni and music by Galt MacDermot. The song peaked at number 2 in the UK and at number 1 in the Netherlands.[1] It also charted on the Billboard Hot 100, where it reached number 94.[2] The song helped Simone gain popularity under a new, younger audience, and became a standard in her repertoire.[3]" en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ain%27t_Got_No,_I_Got_Life I absolutely love you twins! Keep 'em coming!

Everyone’s playing something, imagine the energy created, powerful no doubt.

You two truly gave respect and honor to Nina Simone. I only wish she were still here so that you all could meet each other. ❤️

She was a mega hit in the UK...much loved...and missed.

One of the most inspirational performances.....ever.

When music was refined to musical ability and vocal excellence . You two young men might not realize it, but your watching a genius.

Nina was one of a kind. So glad you discovered her.

First time hearing this song as well. Nina Simone is life! Great song! 🤟🏾

When I am realty depressed this is what I listen to............

I’d love to see your reaction to Call Tyrone by Erykah Badu

Nina.... a force to be reckoned with, in some ways she had the spirit of a powerful hip hop artist with her message. I am also noticing some Fela Kuti parallels, I wonder if there was some influence there, her music is like R n B, soul, jazz, Afro-beat..incredible!!

Nina Simone = QUEEN! Great review, guys, of a great song! I think you have already reacted to "Feelin' Good" by Ms. Simone, but if you want to really dig in, check out "Who Knows Where The Time Goes." Song is DEEP, and one of my faves by Nina. Thanks again for keeping these reactions coming of great songs! You guys are killin' it!

“She ain’t got NOTHIN’!” 🤣🤣🤣. And “...going to 100K...,” now you guys are well over 700K! Congrats!

Timmy!!! My man! “Don’t Fear The Reaper” by (Blue Oyster Cult) 🙌🔥💯 BANGER💪🙌😎

Look at these young kings checking out a classic track blessings to you

Play Sister Rosette Thorpe This Train live 1964 She is a gospel singing machine who plays a mean guitar. She influence many rock musicians in the 60s

One and only, Nina!!

No voice like it in the world. Raw beauty.

This song should come back in some form 😎 Another beautiful artist Australia 💕 Christina

I was sad but now I'm happy. Dancing, spinning, whirling.

Grew up listening to Nina Simone through my mother. This woman has an amazing playlist. But If there is one song that hits me every time it is Backlash Blues especially the version from the album Songs Of The Poets : Dylan, Harrison & Simone. Man this is a powerful song. Love to see young fellas like yourself appreciating great tunes. Love to see you do this one. Cheers for making me happy

I highly recommend the live version of this song, live at the 1969 music festival in Harlem - Nina Simone totally in the moment- the part where she tells the band, one more, signalling she’s riffing vocally and wants one more and the section where she says ain’t got long to live you can just hear the soul ripping through her vocals - finally check out her playing the piano and singing My baby don’t care for me, live in Montreal, the piano playing is out of this world, you can see she’s clearly riffing and towards the end you see her start to sing again but stop because she ain’t ready- the only 2 times I’ve ever seen a genius at work, riffing totally in the moment- would highly recommend those two performance- Nina Simone- what a legend she was! 👍👍

Love this, y'all! Keep copies of songs like this, any classics you adore, somewhere other than your devices. Pass 'm on. Yeah.

My first time hearing it as well

Nina Simone’s Sinnerman is one of my favorite songs and is an amazing experience to listen to! Everyone should check it out, if you haven’t already! Also, I love this version of this song!

I LOVE Nina! Ain't got a lot of things, but I got life!

Good to see you young men discovering timeless music.

Love your videos, keep up the great work - and stay safe fellas. Weird times happening. Keep doing what you do!

I think she has one of the best voices of all time.

This song was from the 1960s Broadway musical Hair. But she transforms it--part of her genius in interpretation.

This song is the perfect bait and switch. All she needs is life, and herself, and freedom, which all should be the same thing.

This song is from Hair, the musical and later the movie, which I love! So this is a cover. Check the original too!

“The instruments make it.” Yessssss.

Completely raw & beautiful. TY!

can't go wrong with Nina.

What a treat! If it weren't for you, I would never have heard this. Thank you!