Chuck Berry is nicknamed the "Father of Rock & Roll". "Johnny B. Goode" is one of his most famous songs from 1958. He had a lot of hits in the 50's-60's such as "Maybellene", "Roll Over Beethoven", "Rock & Roll Music", "No Particular Place To Go", "You Never Can Tell", "Nadine" etc. He was known for his guitar solos, duckwalk & showmanship.
I know this is 5 months old but I can’t help but comment! There would be no rock and roll without this man! There would be no Elvis without this man! The way he moved on stage while playing is classic!!
There's a difference between the father of something and the king of it. A father creates, a king dominates. Chuck helped create rock and roll. Elvis dominated. See the difference?
@@chrischar9428I never said that they could. Many people seem to think that if you helped create something, then you're automatically the king of it. That's not the case.
I saw Chuck Berry perform several times at Madison Square Graden and was there at Nassau Colliseum when Chuck jammed with Bo Diddley, what shows they put on, roots of rock!
He was the first person inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and was inducted on the day it opened. He is regarded as being the primary inventor of rock music. You're right. Before the Beatles, it was exceptionally unusual for a performer to write his own music. To the songs mentioned in the Wikipedia, I would add "Sweet Little Sixteen."
Eric Clapton, Bruce Springsteen, Keith Richards all mentioned Chuck as an inspiration. There are video's on Utube with Chuck playing with all 3, just awesome. You can tell how they all looked up to him.
There are a lot of songs he wrote that you would probably find familiar. He was the first rock and roll artist to write intelligent lyrics, and he showed everyone how rock and roll guitar is played.
This is your first time! Where have you been hiding? Chuck Berry is another name for Rock n Roll. I first herded him on a juke box in 1957 and still enjoy listening to him today.
Yup, Back to the Future. That's the whole thing about the scene where, while Marty is singing Johnny B. Goode, the other guy from the band (Marvin Berry) is back stage, on the phone, calling his cousin, Chuck and saying, "Remember that new sound you was looking for? Well, listen to this!" Then he holds the phone up so Chuck can hear the music. Hence, Chuck goes on to record the song, takes all the credit for it and.... well, as they say.... the rest is history. I always wondered if the writer of Forest Gump got this "future foreshadowing" idea from Back to the Future.
Back to the Future is probably my favorite movie ever. Interesting fact about the movie, but the band playing at the Enchantment Under the Sea Dance is The Penguins, and they sing "Earth Angel." That is actually the name of the band that originally sang that song, and their lead singer was in face Marvin Berry, the cousin of Chuck Berry. So, when he picks up the phone and says, "Chuck, this is Marvin...your cousin, Marvin Berry. You know that new sound you're looking for, well listen to this," it's actually correct in their relationship and all of that, and it implies that Marty McFly playing that song is what gave Chuck Berry the idea for it. Great part of the movie for music nerds.
I'll hardly be the first to say it but it bears repeating: While no single artist can ever claim to be the sole inventor of any genre of music, the case of Chuck Berry and rock & roll comes about as close as any case ever has to fulfilling that description. He was the great funnel in the history of that genre. Every type of rhythm & blues, jump blues, boogie-woogie, country swing, etc. that came before him, somehow passed through him, and every single variety of Rock & Roll that came after him, descends from him, either directly or indirectly. Probably only Little Richard has a fully paid up competing claim here, and, given the overwhelmingly central role of guitar in rock history, I still think Mr. Berry comes out every so slightly ahead. He is the closest thing to a father that rock & roll has, and, in 1958, that baby, though only a few years old, was already dancing up a storm.
I was only three months old when this was recorded. Chuck definitely was the man. He was excellent, attractive, showman, and is the only person that should be called king of rock. Elvis was good as well. But Chuck was the trailblazer.
Chuck Berry wrote so many hit songs. He had an album called the Great 28 but it was missing about 5 or 6 hits. If you've seen Pulp Fiction, that's him and his song You Never Can Tell used in the dance contest scene. The studio version of Johnny B Goode is so much better. Roll Over Beethoven is a classic. His best video is You Can't Catch Me. It's the studio song with him moving and lip syncing to it. But he does all his classic moves, including the duck walk. If you've seen AC/DC, you'll see where Angus got his moves.
If you're still looking for suggestions for Black history month, you should listen to Billy Holliday singing Strange Fruit. I learned all the words as a toddler, but, of course, had no idea as to their meaning.
Sister Rosetta Tharpe is who actually created Rock N Roll; Ike Turner made it a bit better; Chuck Berry made it relatable to the masses and upped the guitar playing element beyond what anyone had seen back then.
Yes, he’s the father of rock and roll, and maybe hip hop too. Check out “Maybellene” from 1955. Also check out “Too Much Monkey Business”. czcams.com/video/NIb-Q2xyHcc/video.htmlsi=Kc3Cc9W0AwfvrEEA
Chuck Berry is nicknamed the "Father of Rock & Roll". "Johnny B. Goode" is one of his most famous songs from 1958. He had a lot of hits in the 50's-60's such as "Maybellene", "Roll Over Beethoven", "Rock & Roll Music", "No Particular Place To Go", "You Never Can Tell", "Nadine" etc. He was known for his guitar solos, duckwalk & showmanship.
I know this is 5 months old but I can’t help but comment! There would be no rock and roll without this man! There would be no Elvis without this man! The way he moved on stage while playing is classic!!
And now you've met the true "King of Rock 'n' Roll".
There's a difference between the father of something and the king of it. A father creates, a king dominates. Chuck helped create rock and roll. Elvis dominated. See the difference?
@@snakeinthegrass7443king can't exist without father or godfather
@@chrischar9428I never said that they could. Many people seem to think that if you helped create something, then you're automatically the king of it. That's not the case.
@@snakeinthegrass7443 but in this case it applied
@@chrischar9428what did?
He started the footwork thing 😆. It was definitely the Back To The Future reference.
His cousin on the phone "Hey Chuck! Here's that new sound you've been looking for!"
Take the deep dive into Chuck’s music. He was a huge influence on the roots of rock music.
Definitely one of the coolest musician ever!
I saw Chuck Berry perform several times at Madison Square Graden and was there at Nassau Colliseum when Chuck jammed with Bo Diddley, what shows they put on, roots of rock!
My absolutely favorite old original rock and roll song. Chuck was part of the roots of rock music. Love love love this.
Love Chuck Berry music 🎶🎶 my favorite song is No particular Place to go. 😎☮️
Chuck Berry is so fun to listen to and even more fun to watch.
He was the first person inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and was inducted on the day it opened. He is regarded as being the primary inventor of rock music.
You're right. Before the Beatles, it was exceptionally unusual for a performer to write his own music. To the songs mentioned in the Wikipedia, I would add "Sweet Little Sixteen."
Eric Clapton, Bruce Springsteen, Keith Richards all mentioned Chuck as an inspiration. There are video's on Utube with Chuck playing with all 3, just awesome. You can tell how they all looked up to him.
👍👍Awesome, old school goooodnesss. 🖖❤
The GODFATHER of rock n roll.
There are a lot of songs he wrote that you would probably find familiar. He was the first rock and roll artist to write intelligent lyrics, and he showed everyone how rock and roll guitar is played.
Was fortunate enough to see Chuck Berry and the Rolling Stones in Chicago. 1969? 1970? At the old Amphitheater. 💕
This is your first time! Where have you been hiding? Chuck Berry is another name for Rock n Roll. I first herded him on a juke box in 1957 and still enjoy listening to him today.
Yes and yes
He had a fabulous sense of humor, too. Check out "Reelin' and "Rockin' " and "My Ding-a-Ling".
One of the greatest
This is my childhood!
Chuck was the man!!! Him and BB King are on my Mt.Top of fave guitarists along with EVH❤
Yup, Back to the Future. That's the whole thing about the scene where, while Marty is singing Johnny B. Goode, the other guy from the band (Marvin Berry) is back stage, on the phone, calling his cousin, Chuck and saying, "Remember that new sound you was looking for? Well, listen to this!" Then he holds the phone up so Chuck can hear the music. Hence, Chuck goes on to record the song, takes all the credit for it and.... well, as they say.... the rest is history. I always wondered if the writer of Forest Gump got this "future foreshadowing" idea from Back to the Future.
Loved him the godfather of rock and roll
Original Guitar God !!
One of the Most influential musicians , Ever
I was blessed to grow up with this music. I've grown old but the music has not!
Chuck Berry had such a great engaging stage presence.
When you say Rock N' Roll, Chuck Berry is the sound people think of
Back to the Future is probably my favorite movie ever. Interesting fact about the movie, but the band playing at the Enchantment Under the Sea Dance is The Penguins, and they sing "Earth Angel." That is actually the name of the band that originally sang that song, and their lead singer was in face Marvin Berry, the cousin of Chuck Berry. So, when he picks up the phone and says, "Chuck, this is Marvin...your cousin, Marvin Berry. You know that new sound you're looking for, well listen to this," it's actually correct in their relationship and all of that, and it implies that Marty McFly playing that song is what gave Chuck Berry the idea for it. Great part of the movie for music nerds.
Roll over Beethoven was a big hit for the Beatles in the mid sixties. Both versions are very good. Although it is hard to compete with Chuck Berry.
There’s a great version of this of him and Bruce Springsteen’s band performing this. So good.
I'll hardly be the first to say it but it bears repeating: While no single artist can ever claim to be the sole inventor of any genre of music, the case of Chuck Berry and rock & roll comes about as close as any case ever has to fulfilling that description.
He was the great funnel in the history of that genre. Every type of rhythm & blues, jump blues, boogie-woogie, country swing, etc. that came before him, somehow passed through him, and every single variety of Rock & Roll that came after him, descends from him, either directly or indirectly.
Probably only Little Richard has a fully paid up competing claim here, and, given the overwhelmingly central role of guitar in rock history, I still think Mr. Berry comes out every so slightly ahead. He is the closest thing to a father that rock & roll has, and, in 1958, that baby, though only a few years old, was already dancing up a storm.
I was only three months old when this was recorded. Chuck definitely was the man. He was excellent, attractive, showman, and is the only person that should be called king of rock. Elvis was good as well. But Chuck was the trailblazer.
Mos Def portrayed him Cadillac Records.
One of The Rolling Stones first recordings was a Chuck Berry song (Come On)
Chuck Berry wrote so many hit songs. He had an album called the Great 28 but it was missing about 5 or 6 hits. If you've seen Pulp Fiction, that's him and his song You Never Can Tell used in the dance contest scene. The studio version of Johnny B Goode is so much better. Roll Over Beethoven is a classic. His best video is You Can't Catch Me. It's the studio song with him moving and lip syncing to it. But he does all his classic moves, including the duck walk. If you've seen AC/DC, you'll see where Angus got his moves.
If you're still looking for suggestions for Black history month, you should listen to Billy Holliday singing Strange Fruit. I learned all the words as a toddler, but, of course, had no idea as to their meaning.
To paraphrase John Lennon “rock n roll might have been called Chuck Berry”
Which leads to the video of Chuck and John on the Mike Douglas show. Educational for younger Americans who want to know the history.
you may have caught his daughter Halle Berry in the movies
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Sister Rosetta Tharpe is who actually created Rock N Roll; Ike Turner made it a bit better; Chuck Berry made it relatable to the masses and upped the guitar playing element beyond what anyone had seen back then.
Due to the conversational flow of music, some would say Pigmeat Markham was the grandaddy of rock n roll
Yes, he’s the father of rock and roll, and maybe hip hop too. Check out “Maybellene” from 1955. Also check out “Too Much Monkey Business”.
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And now watch Jimi Hendrix do the same song live. Good Lord.
Angus Young of AC/DC took his walk from Chuck
Angus Young does the duck walk in homage to Chuck Berry. Check out the video with Springsteen. Glad you enjoyed it!