Johnny Rivers is a legend. Hard to believe that this song is as old as it is. It has lost nothing. I'm old enough to remember when it came out. Sarah, I am glad that you have finally heard him. Thanks.

Johnny Rivers is criminally overlooked as an artist. This song is indescribably beautiful. He had many great songs: "Sunmer Rain", "Secret Agent Man", "Swayin' To The Music", "Baby, I Need Your Loving", "Memphis", "Mountain Of Love", "Rockin' Pneumonia And The Boogie Woogie Blues".

He deserves to be in the Rock Halk of Fame. Can't understand why he isn't.

Johnny was born in New York, but raised in Louisiana, so that's why he has a Southern accent. Many professionals didn't like him because he covered many songs, but he always sang them his way. He was a good singer who people like to hear. I have his greatest hits album, and listen to it often.

His actual name is Johnny Ramistella. He was born in New York November 7, 1942. He grew up in my hometown of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and graduated from Baton Rouge High School. The school had a benefit to preserve the building which is an iconic landmark in Baton Rouge in the late 1990s and he came back to play the concert. Awesome performance! Loved your reaction☺️

I first heard this on the radio when I was 14. That was 56 years ago & it still makes me cry through the whole song. If it don't tear you up, you don't have a heart. Love Johnny Rivers❤

I grew up listening to him. Highly influential musician, and his catalogue represents a deep historical and musical rabbit hole. ♥

My favorite by Johnny.

I've seen him live. He's a great musician. Top notch. There's nothing phony about him. He's the real deal.

This is Mr. Rivers biggest song! A total Masterpiece!

I had forgotten all about this song. My family did not have much money- just enough to pay bills. I remember relating to the words of this song trapped in my teenage years. I did not know that those would one day, become the "good old days" as I reflected back!!! Loved your reaction. ☺

I was 15 when I first heard The Poor Side of Town & fell in love with Johnny Rivers 1965 🥰🥰🥰 Love your reaction, sending greetings from 🇨🇦😻🪩

Johnny Rivers' music had a quality that feels as though it flows over us, gently. Just beautiful.

Please continue listening to that era 's music. The harmonies, the progressions the lirycs! Everything about amazing I fell in love with the music and still together since 1969.

I am 71 and todays generation has lost something. Music will never agin like it was.

The female back up vocals are the icing on the cake. I can see that you felt that too, Sarah. Heart felt reacton ....

I was 11 when this came out. One of my very favorite Artists at the time. That voice is monumentally beautiful. The best decade for music since rock was introduced in the 50's right up until today. Try The Everly Brother, Bobby Vinton, Bobby Darin, The Righteous Brothers, Gene Pitney, ... I could go on and on... Fire! 🔥🔥🔥♥

Remains a haunting song. Gene Pitney was another singer with a voice that haunts.

I still have my 45 record😄 👍

Johnny Rivers had many great songs with quite a variety of topics/styles. Amazing song.

I have loved his voice ever since the 60s, but for me, besides Poor Side of Town, his best tune is Slow Dancing, a great mid 70s song. Never forget his guest appearance on the Beverly Hillbillies. Great memory of a great TV show and a great singer who was a cross of country and pop.

Shooby Dooby this song is one of the greatest songs ever! John is one of the greatest singers in music history popular mid 60s to mid 70s. Many very good songs. Memphis, Secret Agent Man, Baby I need yr Lovin Rockin Pneumonia and more. You have very good musical taste

They don't make songs like this anymore! So welcome back baby to the way it was back then! Great reaction ma'am!

I play in a band that covers this song...never heard it before then. Great little ditty.

THANKS FOR GREAT MEMORIES SARAH. I'M SO GLAD YOU ENJOYED THIS FORGOTTEN WONDERFUL SINGER.✨️

@Sarah I love this song...even more I love you're reaction!! I am so glad you enjoy these old pure songs. God bless you Sarah. Loving your channel ❤

I'm sure I heard this a lot when I was a kid in the 80's, my mom always listened to the oldies station in the car. But in 1993 I was in the Air Force, temporarily stationed in Denver for a class and this came on the radio. I was hit by nostalgia like a brick and realized how great this song is!

I still have his records from the 1960’s. One of my favorites is Johnny live at the Whiskey A Go Go. He does sound that good live. Is he country? Is he pop? Is he rock n roll? Yes!

And I remember when this song was released and it made it too number 1.Several more great songs.Personally I like Tracks of My Tears.

OMGosh! He was such a cutie and I had a roommate who was crazy about him. He had quite a number of hits but I loved the more lively ones like "Memphis" and "Secret Agent Man" which the previous person posted. Such a talent.

Because of you tube and channels like yours today's generation is able to hear beautiful music from the past. There is so, so much more for you to listen to. Falling in love meant everything and our feelings were reflected in the songs we listened to. Perhaps life was less complicated then, materialistically speaking, but the quest for love ruled and when two hearts met and fell in love the wonders of life were shared and appreciated especially when they stood arm in arm and looked closely into one another's eyes. Yes, not everything always worked out the way we thought it would and lots of songs told us to cherish those moments and not forget. How many of us remember that special someone from years ago we loved with all our heart and then were separated. Rather than feel sorrow feel the joy of love in those moments and believe your search for love will never die.

Several of his songs are on my playlist. When I need to smile I play "Rockin' Pneumonia And The Boogie Woogie Flu"

Awwwww!!! So glad to see a beautiful young woman listening to Johnny Rivers. It hit me and all of my friends the same way many many many years ago. He was SO talented and easy on the eyes too. 🥁🎹🎷🪕🎶🎹🎵🪕

I lived in a small bush village in Alaska attending a native funded high school when this song came out. I remember dancing with a very nice Eskimo girl in the school gym to this song. Sweet memories of innocent days.

Johnny was great. Seventh Son. Baby,I Need Your Loving. He passed a couple of years ago

Love Johnny Rivers. He had many hits

How did I not know this channel existed? The music and singers from my childhood in the 60’s and now I get to experience it brand new all over again with a beautiful lady who hears what I heard so many decades ago when I was heading into the future that is now. What a wonderful thing to find on my journey, memory and meaning. Thank you! 🙏

You're sure feeling it. That is what good music is all about. This shows you have a heart. peace.

Hi Sarah great choice Johnny Rivers was a terrific singer. Speaking of great singing have you ever heard Gladis Knight and the Pips " midnight train to Georgia" the best version Gladis has on a sparkly white dress and the Pips are on the top of a staircase.

Johnny is an incredible singer and great guitar player which you didn't get to see in this video. Please react to his song Secret Agent Man and you will see the guitar.

I’m from a poor side lol. Love beautiful gals like you.

Johnny Rivers' greatest talent was finding promising acts and producing their records. There are many people that owe a debt to Johnny Rivers for their success.

Sarah....your reactions are SO PRECIOUS and beautiful!! Thanks for sharing yourself, and your open heart with us. With your first reactions. It does my heart good to watch your spontaneos responses--and it is SO validating of the music that this 71 year-old grew up with.

My OLD ford Fairlain, 1971, AM radio, one speaker! Loved this song! High School!

Love love LOVE me some Johnny Rivers! Yay! "SUMMER RAIN!" "SUMMER RAIN!" "SUMMER RAIN!"

Great reaction, Sarah!!. I’d suggest his song “Baby I need your Lovin’” as your next choice. Always liked his songs! Another artist would be Gene Pitney, “Town without Pity”. I think you’d like this too!

He also did secret agent man

Sarah again you didn't disappoint me with your reaction. Watching you enjoying great music is so beautiful. Your smile, your eyes show your true enjoyment. You are a beautiful woman and you are so cute when you get excited about great quality music. Don't ever change please. Lots of love. Thanks again for another awesome reaction.

Beautiful 60s song!! So talented!

Didn’t recognize the face but two notes in and the lyrics are rushing back. Thank you for that! Did anybody ever tell you you have a pleasant face? It’s better than a merely pretty. It is a warm smile, eyes that scrunch up with that smile. And of course pretty.

Wow is all I can say! This is a fantastic song sung by a very talented singer!😮

Always nice to see someone appreciate a good song. We don't get much from Johnny Rivers these days, but he has made some excellent songs. When you're in the mood for rocking, check out Rockin' Pneumonia.

Brings tears thx sis.

Johnny Rivers had a fantastic run making hit after hit in the 60s and early 70s. Although this song in particular is fondly remembered because it was his only big hit that was a ballad. It’s just a beautiful song. But as a guitar virtuoso, he was better known for his rock ‘n’ roll tunes. Check out “Seventh Son,“ and “Secret Agent Man.“ There’s more in his catalog, but those two will get you started. A friend of mine spent his career working in radio, as did I, and he had occasion to meet Johnny Rivers. As a fellow guitar player, they were able to connect in ways most other radio people (like me) would not have. My friend told me that he found Johnny Rivers to be just delightful, and very kind. Somewhat unlike most other rock ‘n’ roll stars we had met in our careers.

Saw him about 20 years ago. Geez I had forgotten how many hits he had. Great show.

Congratulations Sarah. Johnny is in the R&R HOF for good reason. Soooop many great hits.

Also check out Track's of My Tears by Johnny also

By far my fav from him and that time great tune I love it

#1 in 1966...

You really should check out Johnny Rivers, singing, the old Smokey Robinson, and the miracles song tracks of my tears. It is the definitive cover of that song.

I loved him when i was a kid. One of my favorite cartoons, Hercules, he sang the theme song. After 60 years i still remember the tune.

He has the best back up singers....also, listen to "Secret Agent Man"

This was so sweet. I love Johnny Rivers. When I was 18 I listened to his song "Summer Rain" over and over. I still do.

My friend & I met him at a concert. She kissed him, but I chickened out. He was even cuter in person though! 😅 🥰

Another masterful kit contribution from the astonishing Hal Blaine. From the greatest era of A.M. pop radio.

Great song, excellent reaction to it! Thanks for sharing it with us Sarah!

......wow

The guitar you're hearing is him playing on the tape. he was one of the biggest in the 60's, but had hit's in the 70's and 80's too. Smooth as silk. But also could rock. A friend of mine was in his original band. He had about 22 top 40 hits, you should look up more of them, a lot of great music.

Johnny is very very well know and respected in Brazil! He made a show in Brazil for more than 10.000 people!

It is so good to hear him again. I have wondered whatever happened to him. He scored on some great songs back then. And then he was gone. We liked him a lot too Sarah.

He has a blues album that was put out a while back. Every song is really good on it. It's called "Down at the House of Blues" . If you're Johnny rivers fan you don't want o miss that album. It's here on youtube. There's a song called that and the album is also called that.

This is a great song. My favorite Johnny Rivers song is "Summer Rain."

Hi, You will love Danny Flowets " WHEN I'M BEAUTIFUL AGAIN"

johnny rivers was awesome.

Sweet to watch ‘n hear

I just love your response to this song....such good music to reacquaint myself with.

Another artist I grew up with. Johnny could sing different genres of music including pop, folk, blues & rock 'n' roll. He had a lot of hits during the 60's-70's such as "Maybellene", "Memphis", "Mountain Of Love", "The Seventh Son", "Secret Agent Man", "Baby I Need Your Lovin'", "Summer Rain", "Midnight Special", "Where Have All the Flowers Gone?", "Slow Dancing Swayin' To The Music", "Rockin' Pneumonia & The Boogie Woogie Flu" etc.

I used to have such a crush on him. He had a few hits back in the day. Check out some more of his stuff. Love your show

Great stuff, Sarah! 😊 Johnny Rivers is a legendary talent. A great one to check out by him is "Baby, I Need Your Lovin'." I know you'll love it. 👍

That's a sublime song in every way!

An all time fav, anything of his is smooth and cooool!

Sarah you emote like an Angel!

Great reaction. Thank you for the good vibes. “Summer Rain” is another song I believe you’ll like.

First time hearing this I was in a record store buying some Doors album's. Great tune.

Please listen to the full version. The backgound singers have their own moment in this song that was cut out.

Great song writer and performer.

A superb song that resonates every time I hear it. I felt the same as you when I heard it. I've played thousands of time since then. Thanks for the throwback!

Hey Sarah, My brother and I just loved your reaction to Freddie Harts Easy Loven! Thank you!

I had forgotten about this song, thank you, loved it.

Beautiful reaction young lady

We had some music back in the day didn't we?

Back in the time when music was good. That's Darlene Love and The Blossoms singing the background.

Your reaction is golden !❤

My favorite song by Johnny River is called..........Maybelline. Give that one a listen, it's a toe tapper.

Great reaction! ❤ Love this song! 😊

Grew up on this and Otis Redding's, Sitting On The Dock Of The Bay.

Tell you now, since you really liked this song, I already know you're going to love his song Summer Rain! Enjoy ! 😉

I'M CAUGHT BETWEEN GOODBYE AND I LOVE YOU by Karen Carpenter please,Sarah..

Hi Sarah i love This emotional song from Johnny Rivers and your reaction to it is bril but did you know that this version you played finishes up early and misses out on a short solo piece from the backup singers which i really love,,im sure you will too...its only two lines but such harmony,,, do listen to it,, beautiful ,,,

"Tracks Of My Tears"