CANADIANS TALKING ABOUT AMERICA?! First Time Hearing The Guess Who - American Woman Reaction!
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Published 2024-07-14
The Guess Who, a Canadian rock band that gained fame in the late 60s and early 70s, is best known for their hit "American Woman." This song, iconic for its gritty guitar riff and bold lyrics, is often interpreted as a critique of American politics and society at the time. With its catchy chorus and powerful rock sound, "American Woman" has remained a rock anthem, reflecting the band's influence on the rock genre.
Join us as we listen to "American Woman" by The Guess Who for the first time! This track is not just a staple of classic rock radio but also a cultural statement, making it a fascinating piece for Canadians and audiences worldwide. Watch our reaction to see how we're struck by the songās message, musicianship, and its bold stance.
šµ What to Expect in This Video:
First Impressions: Our immediate reactions to the famous guitar intro and the commanding vocals.
Musical Elements: Analyzing the songās instrumentation, including its memorable guitar solo and rhythmic drive.
Lyric Discussion: Delving into the lyrics and their potential commentary on American culture and politics from a Canadian perspective.
Overall Impact: Considering how "American Woman" has aged over the years and its relevance in todayās cultural landscape.
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What are your thoughts on "American Woman" and its message? How do you interpret the song's stance as seen from a Canadian band? Let us know in the comments below, and suggest other politically charged songs that we should react to!
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You can find The Guess Who - American Woman - on YouTube at the link below:
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You can find The Guess Who - American Woman on Spotify, YouTube and Apple Music at the links below:
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All Comments (21)
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Iām on my soapbox again someone needs to explain to me why the Guess Who are not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. It is a crime and makes the Hall a joke!
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In the late 1960s, The Guess Who found themselves performing at a Canadian curling arena, a setting that would spark the accidental genesis of āAmerican Woman.ā Guitarist Randy Bachman, dealing with a broken guitar string, found himself improvising a riff that would eventually become the songās signature opening.
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I bet you'd like "Share the Land", "Laughing", and "Undun"...
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Your shadow on the wall bopping your head is the greatest reaction ever ššš
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Writing and lyrics The music and lyrics of the song were improvised on stage during a concert in Southern Ontario (the guitarist, Randy Bachman, recalled it being at a concert in Kitchener, although Burton Cummings, the lead singer, said it was at the Broom and Stone, a curling rink in Scarborough). Bachman was playing notes while tuning his guitar after replacing a broken string, and he realized he was playing a new riff that he wanted to remember. He continued playing it and the other band members returned to the stage and joined in, creating a jam session in which Cummings improvised the lyrics. They noticed a kid with a cassette recorder making a bootleg recording and asked him for the tape. They listened to the tape and noted down the words that Cummings had extemporized, and which he later revised.
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The Guess Who definitely belong in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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The man with one of the best voice in the world šgreat live performances
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I'm next to youngest of 13 kids, I'm now 58yrs old , I was listening to this and other generations of music. The Guess Who has always been a favorite of mine. Have a Blessed and Beautiful Day ā¤.
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This song was released as a single in March of 1970 and soared to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for 3 weeks! It was certified gold by the RIAA in May of 1970. The song also reached the top 10 in the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Austria. Great stuff by The Guess Who and Burton Cummings. I was 13 years old in the midst of when The Guess Who was ripping the charts up as a top Canadian Band. Such a unique voice.
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American Woman was the Statue of Liberty. Protesting the Vietnam War aka War Machine. Lots of young American men were heading into Canada to avoid the draft. Need to react to jazzy "Undun" where Burton plays the flute!
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Great reaction, next Undun, No Time.
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"I don't want your war machines, I don't need your ghetto scenes" says it all!
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Grand Funk Railroadās āWeāre An American Bandā was written in response to this so you might want to check out that out next (if you havenāt already)
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They are from my home town of Winnipeg. Neil Young grew up in Winnipeg and started his first band called The Squires. Also from Winnipeg is Bachman Turner Overdrive, Monty Hall of Letās Make A Deal, Tony winner and actor on Blue Bloods Le Cariou and Winnie the Pooh.
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Killer guitar by Randy Bachman, cofounder and writer of the this song and group. Later to become the head of BTO. One of your greatest Canadian artist who does not get his due recognition..
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The movie this was featured in was one the Austin Powers movies. Lenny Kravitz did a cover as well. Look on youtube for the 'running back thru Canada' version... My understanding is the American Woman refers to the Statue of Liberty...
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The Canadians win again!
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Amazing that this song that slams American women was such a big hit at the time, here in the States! Love your reactions!!
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One of the greatest anti-war songs ever
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Burton Cummings is one of the greatest singers ever. For me this may be the best song of 1970. I knew it would be a big hit. From Canada. Many very good songs. My favorites are this, These Eyes and Laughing. I believe he wrote most of the songs, very talented!! I believe hes still performing, mid 70s.
