WOW THIS IS DEEP!! PROCOL HARUM - A WHITER SHADE OF PALE (REACTION)
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I don't know why so many people think the 2006 live in Denmark version is better. Nothing can surpass this original studio version.
I don't say it is better, but that this one was a little shorter, and that one will now come off better.
I prefer this studio version because I grew up listening to it.
this version is the only version i care about
Agree completely
Yes. The vocal here is much better.
Goodbye Gary. You brought joy to our generation. I am deeply grateful. RIP.
R.i.p Gary Brooker.
I like the old and the classic version.🙏
This version is the best it’s raw and haunting unlike the live version done with an orchestra a few years ago ! This original version has the psychedelic vibes of 1967 when it was made and it’s still so strong when you listen to it today it just takes you to another time with the vibe ! I’ve heard other versions but I think you can’t beat the original version just beautiful and haunting the way it was !
Agree 100%!
I have to agree with you. The live version from Denmark is beautiful and majestic, but it doesn't really compare to this 1967 version. Gary Brooker still had an amazing voice 40 years later so that's not the issue. Rather, the 1967 version is glorious in its essential stripped down form. All that orchestration in the live version was overkill. Shawn and Mel wisely selected the best version of the song.
The live one sounds like a foreign language. I don't like it at all.
Agree the original is the best version at least for me💯
Agreed!
Love this song, even after all these years hearing it I am 64 never get sick of it
Now you need to watch the live one going around.
Gary Brooker's voice sounds the same 54 years later. Check out their song "Conquistador".
I love seeing someone discover this jewel.
My older brother introduced me to this song back in the 90s. I played it at his funeral a few years back. Breaks my heart everytime i hear it.
Simply one of the best songs ever recorded ! So so good .
PLEASE react to this live. It will blow your minds!!!
Will it? I hate the live version to such a degree i swich it off if it's ever is played. Guess we are all different.
@@davidroberts794 I guess we are. It would be rubbish if we all liked the same thing. 😎
@@emander8340 True, very true. I just did not care for the live version, but of course you are not me and if you loved it, that OK.
The song however is still one of a all-time favourite songs.
@@davidroberts794 aye the original always brings me back and is my preference of the two but I loved the power in the live one in Denmark. Have a cool week 😊
Great song. It’s been covered by others but this is still the best. Song came out in 67, so it predates both of you, but still holds up today.
Predates me by 9 years.
Procul Harum means, 'Beyond these things'🙂🙂🙂 Adore this song. Live version!!!
Gary Brooker still sounds great. MUST do the live version at Denmark
Yes.. the orchestra and choir make it majestic. His voice in the clip even stronger.
The story of the song is about a old carpenter married to a young woman, and she has fallen out of love with him “ as it is plain to see “ , she is leaving him “ as he looking through this playing cards “ he had no idea until it was too late . Vessel virgins she is leaving for the coast, “ although my eyes were open , might as well have them closed “ he has no choice but to let her be . As the tale is told “ as the Miller tells his tale “ is the old story line . Most want it to relate to an over dose at a party . I like the Millers tale better !!
No way...this is the only version...
Really need to see the live in Denmark performance!
Say it again!!!!!!!!!!!
My all time favorite song. Yes, as others have stated, you must watch the live version with the Danish symphony.
Gary Brooker lead singer. Need to see Denmark 2006 like another post mentioned. Even better!
Mr Moose. Thxs for mentioning this. I saw that phenomenal performance. Loved this in 67, still do!!! Unfortunately their only big hit at least in the states.
It brings back a lot for me. Falling in love, hearing this beautiful symphony. Thanks for this. 🥰
It's simply a beautiful piece of music. It pulls you in. Great keyboard sound. .
Seriously, one of the most beautiful songs ever written! MUST watch him older!!! Watch him LIVE in DENMARK 2006! You won’t believe how beautiful it is, even though he’s much older.
This is how brilliant it was to grow up in the 1960s. Respect from Northern Ireland.
I was born in 1959 and now i innerstand and like this song even more!🙏
RIP Gary Brooker, great singer, great band.
Awwww, you did my favourite song. Thank you.
Oh yes man I super love this song it will cheer up anybody and the thing is this song will give you clarity
Loved this song since first hearing in the early 70's!
Such a wonderful song!!!
Sooooo glad you did this one! The live version is even better.
Listen to the live version , from a 2006 concert in Denmark, one of the best live performances ever!
This is the best. It has the 60s vibe and sound. The way it was intended
Yes yes. Beautiful song. ♥️♥️♥️
Thank you for this reaction. Gary Brooker is still an incredible singer. Many have recommended in the comments that you watch the live version from 2006. I agree.
It's hauntingly transcendent melody can take you through time and space to a moment when you felt exactly what the song is singing about. So powerful.
My favorite song of all times
YOU MUST SEE THE 2006 LIVE CONCERT IN DENMARK with a full orchestra. IT'S A MASTERPIECE!!! Gary Brooker's voice is even better 40 years after this huge hit was released in 67.
Yes..It will give you an EARGASM !!!
WOW,a BIG HEARTY THANK YOU FOR PLAYING THE ORIGINAL STUDIO VERSION OF THIS GREAT CLASSIC TUNE.... FINALLY!!
The Live version in Denmark is a Must Watch Sean and Mel...💯% 🔥👌
This is one of my favorite songs from my birth year 1967. Maybe you will get a chance to listen to all of these.
1. A Whiter Shade of Pale - Procul Harum
2. Nights in White Satin - The Moody Blues
3. For What It's Worth - Buffalo Springfield
4. Incense and Peppermints - Strawberry Alarm Clock
5. Bowling Green - Everly Brothers
6. Little Bit O' Soul - Music Explosion
7. Windy - The Association
8. 59th Street Bridge Song (Feeling Groovy) - Harper's Bizaar
9. Build Me Up Buttercup - The Foundations
10. Get Together - The Youngbloods
Greatest song imo.Gary Brooker ( now 76 ) was 21 when he first recorded this song. You have NOT heard anything until you find and listen to his 2006 version in Denmark. He was but 60 then.👍😊.Classic and iconic song. . It s been a popular song. For decades.
A everlasting wonderful song. Thank to the requester and y'all playing. Y'all need the update live version.
You need to watch the live version, it’s like a fine wine, gets better with age❤️
Gary Booker who sang in this video was still amazing at 73. You should hear him sing this in the Denmark Concert in 2006. He still sounds incredible!
RIP Gary Brooker was a great singer…
Live performance in Denmark pls. Mr Booker sounds even better than he did in the 60's. His voice has aged beautifully 🎶🎵
In this video you saw shots of London near the beginning and end the tall Piller with the man statue on top was admiral nelson on top of Nelson's column in Trafalgar Square (named after the battle he was in) then you saw the Eros(god of love) statue which is picadilly circus then the lights that look like time Square is Oxford circus.they didn't really have videos back then so you would get the band performing or clips from films etc.
Makes me incredible nostalgic for that time when I was there at 15 years old living 2 miles away and in 1983 I moved 12 miles away in this same house I bought in 1983....
My locos! You are expanding your knowlege with this one. Love you guyz! Btw....one of the rare times you let the song go all the way through without pausing it. Perfect call.
This is the best. The reference to the "Miller's Tale" is from: The Canterbury Tales (Middle English: Tales of Caunterbury[2]) is a collection of 24 stories that runs to over 17,000 lines written in Middle English by Geoffrey Chaucer between 1387 and 1400. The Miller's Tale is a bawdy one as I recall! Check it out!
R.I.P. Gary Brooker the lead singer of Procul Harum passed away in february 2022.🙏🙏
This song transports me back to my youth.
Most famous popular song of ALL TIME.Over 10 million singles sold!
He's still performing and sounds great. Love this. I've never seen them young. Lol
You are right about those times. They were far, far better.. I was blessed to have lived through them. My generation doesn’t feel at home in these times.
Dig the song and the hair looks great
Great song! I agree with others that you should do the live in Denmark (2006) version. Much better in my opinion. ❤️
The live in Denmark version is ridiculously good, pure 🔥
I was 17 that summer. It's the best. There seemed to be a future for the world. Not so much now.
I too just saw the 2006 Denmark performance. They still sound great!!
Another great British band..60s🇬🇧👍🏻
You are so correct, in the 1960’s everything meant something to us. Problem was we didn’t know what it meant and I still don’t. But we were there!!!
Love the old footage of London how it used to be. This group is British
My all time favourite song. The live version from the concert in Denmark is absolutely awesome, the lead singer Gary Brookers voice was probably even better 40 years on from the original recording. Please please check out their song called A Salty Dog live in Denmark..just amazing!
Great memories listening to that song 🎵
If you liked it, please react to the 2006 live version in Denmark. You will lose yourself, it's way better.
Hi Snake - I have to agree with you. The original is undoubtedly good and has been with me all my life, but the version with a mature voice by Gary Brooker, in combination with the wonderful orchestra, is just great.
Speaking of orchestras: have you ever listened to this orchestra with the title: "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly"?
Simply phenomenal! Have fun watching/listening!
@@rolandratz1 Right, it was the Danish National Orchestra, or at least a part of it.
That version will give you goosebumps.
That version is fire. Gary at 64 lost none of his vocal power, totally nails it with the full orchestra and chorale voices behind him. Absolutely stellar!
Absolutely.
Please listen to the live version of this on Denmark. So good
my fav song, oh my God 😊
I see you have been going down the 1960's rabbit hole. Which I consider to be the greatest decade in Rock & Roll, Rhythm & Blues, Soul, Folk Rock, Country, Punk rock, Funk, and Heavy Metal music.
The 60's gave birth to the Motown sound, and the sound of Philadelphia. With great groups like "The Stylistics", "The Delfonics", "The moments", "Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes with Teddy Pendergrass."
This song from Procol Harum "A Whiter Shade of Pale" (1967). Is one of the greatest songs ever written. This song has garnered over a billion views world wide. Another group that came during the 1960's British invasion. Great reaction as always.
This one has a haunting, melancholy effect on me. That organ.
Thank you for watching the original version first. It annoys me when reacters watch a video made fifty years after the song first came out. They are not getting the same experience we got when we heard it in our youth. And after fifty years, no artist has the same feeling for the song as when they first performed it.
Well put
Bravo, for the real version.
Great old tune, so chill. One of my favorites.
Fave anectdote. Writer Douglas Adams very famous ( R.I.P) best birthday gift was playing on stage left handed guitar with Procul Harem.He loved their music.
Best song ever
Thank you for doing the original.
At Last! Someone reacting to the original version of this!
Great choice. One of the quintessential songs of the 1960s.
Shawn and Mel the singer of this band Gary BROOKER past away this past weekend today is February 22 2022
Glad you saw this one before the 2006 Denmark one, so that you will appreciate both much better!
aw this was number 1 on the day I was born xxx
You got it.
You need to do the live version of 2006 , almost 40 years later, incredible.
What Made This Song So Special Is The Amazing Musicianship!!
Musicians From This Era Started Young And Spent Many Years Learning Their Craft!!
They Did Not Have Technology Back Then That Could Make Someone With Limited Talent Sound Good
Grace and Peace
Ralph In CT
That church organ completely dominates. It gives such depth to the song, that wouldn't be there if it weren't for that
This song is so beautiful that it brings tears to my eyes. I can still remember it being played at my middle school (8th grade) graduation, and even though I had heard it on the radio many times before then, hearing it on that day had a special impact on me that made me love it even more, because it just sounded perfect for the occasion. I’ve had this song on my mobile device for decades, and I can never get tired of hearing it, thank you Procol Harum for creating such a beautiful work of art, it will live forever, and never be forgotten.
You need to watch this live in Denmark with an orchestra. 🤛🏻
Love you both 💓 As said before...Denmark 2006 Performance is a MUST xx
SO much better than the later version! Surreal, eerie, moving. I never took LSD, but when this song came out, I assumed it was describing an acid trip. "The ceiling blew away," etc...Wow!
This is the music I walked down the aisle to at my wedding 🙂
you have to check out the live version from Denmark 2006. this is the same singer Gary Booker from the reaction you just did. Your mind will be blown away.
Watch the live in Denmark version from 2006. Its amazing! 🤯
♥️♥️
In 2009 this song was the "Most Played Song in 75 Years" in Great Britain.
You need to see this being done in Denmark fairly recently
Gary Brooker, a legend!
“Conquistador” done with the Edmonton Symphony is another CLASSIC by this group. . Scurry down that Rabbit Hole……..
This has been and always will be my favorite song, it’s beauty brings me to tears
Late 60s and the 70s there was so much great music coming out from so many artist and bands and this was one of them but if you were not around then you probably have not heard of a lot of them some were searching or perfecting their sound and there was some who like Procol Harum, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Emerson Lake and Palmer, Moody Blues, Jethro Tull, James Gang, Black Sabbath and Grand Funk Railroad who were recording some great and iconic music that was so different from one another it was a great time to be alive wouldn't have missed it for the world
It has been recorded that this song is the most played in public places in the UK over the last 75 years, it's sold in excess of 10 million records. Also it is the most played record on British broadcasting for the last 70 years. It's Gary Brooker, he still performs it, you can get live performances from a few years ago where the bloke sounds just as good as he did then.
you may have already seen it but prcol harum were inivited to denmark about forty years later to do the song again with the danish orchestra and choir out in the open and its a classic im a grandad in somerset england near the isle of avalon a very special and historic place and like watching your reactions by the way you make a nice couple best wishes
Please watch the live in Denmark performance. It’s so good
So glad you watched this video, the original one by Procol Harum!! This is the greatest for the raw energy and the way the band plays around with each other. This song was a huge part of the 1967, when it came out. I was a little kid and remember this haunting melody from my childhood. Beautiful. What about the dude in the white pants?? Mel did you notice it, I hope you took a good look. WOW!! Thanks for the cool reaction. You two are awesome!
Maybe that is what caused her face to turn so white, but probably not, it should have turned red.
@@dwcinnc You noticed it, too. LOL Right on!
Yes, thanks for taking in the original song and video. Great reaction. I hope you can take the song in again, because as much as any song it took in the zeitgeist of that special moment in time. It can't really be duplicated for that reason.
Now to go forward to 2006, live in Denmark, with the Danish Symphony Orchestra. Gary Brooker sounds even better now. A must must do!
You two have to react to the 2006 live version of this song from a show in Denmark that they did with the Denmark Symphony Orchestra. Fantastic performance.
So good to see a reaction to the original recording of this song from 1967 rather than a live version from nearly 40 years later which everyone else does.
Beautiful 🥰
I'm glad you're listening to the original version and not the recent one with the danish orchestra. It's better to hear the original first.