DAVE IS THE REALEST! | Dave - Black (Live at The BRITs 2020) REACTION

[@user-he4fc2nc7c]

Don’t worry about pauseing too much, we Dave fans love when people breakdown and comment on the bars🔥

[@checkit7449]

no cap

[@chrishalliday6295]

We Dave fans 🤣

[@joshstokes2280]

Big Facts

[@crow1989]

Faxxxxx

[@superidole9]

Fax

[@JakeSwihart10]

I’m white but this is one of my favorite Dave songs. Not only because of the lyrics, but also because he had the balls to perform this at a posh, predominantly-white BRIT awards. Stuck it to all the racists in the crowd and dropped the mic. Absolutely love it

[@Exzactz]

Bro the crowd loved it 😂

[@manlikesuubz]

@@Exzactz vocal minority

[@stephenparker8250]

The brits is not posh 😂

[@MV-ri7zu]

What racists? Lol you think white crowd = racist crowd huh?

[@user-cl5cd8po7h]

predominantly white Britain is 81.7% white. The crowd loves dave nobody everyone was cheering not racists there.

[@andymacrory6543]

Dave - Psycho has to be in with a shout. TALENT

[@billycole7419]

100% so many lyrics from that song hit me hard “If your thinking about doing it, suicide doesn’t stop the pain your only moving it” 🔥🔥🔥

[@eto1459]

That song made me a Dave Fan Honestly He's such a great artist I hope he becomes one of greatest rappers

[@s.banditt]

🅿️

[@narutofox6042]

Agreed

[@AgentofNY]

WITH A SHOUT

[@samanker5095]

Jack Merrit (25) who he mentions at the end of the video, along with a girl called Saskia Jones (23) were stabbed and killed by a terrorist in London whilst working at an event helping prisoners and ex prisoners back towards or into society again and getting a fair second chance, also helped appeal for cases and stuff. I think Jack even helped Daves brothers case who is serving a 18 year sentence. Little more context for you bro. I found you through your Dax diss :') and stayed, so gassed you moving onto Dave and hopefully more UK artists, love from UK

[@assasainscreed786]

I found him through 4 horsemen and the dax diss as well

[@samanker5095]

@@assasainscreed786 Scru a real one

[@milocunningham9473]

Both amazing people who were taken away so tragically.

[@Sufkop]

Also: Jack Merritt's parents were in the audience that day, and weren't told about that last verse beforehand (which isn't in the studio version of this track)

[@samanker5095]

@@Sufkop never knew tha, thx for the info bro

[@barry4649]

Dave is the best young rapper in the world and it’s not close, I wish he was more popular in America because he deserves it, his talent and life story make such heartbreaking music and he also makes some of the best radio bangers in the UK, has been doing it since he was 15 I think, and did a song with Drake before he turned 18 too

[@rickyronny4019]

Fr

[@arjungn_17]

He's getting bigger in the US I think, pretty sure he's headlining a festival over there

[@rickyronny4019]

@@arjungn_17 yeah Dave is headlining a festival in Canada. Also Dave is currently on his North American tour. He performed in San Francisco a few days ago

[@barry4649]

@@arjungn_17 nah that’s in Canada, and at Coachella his crowd was dead

[@arjungn_17]

@@barry4649 oh rly? That sucks man he's so good

[@mavenYGO]

I recommended this on the heart attack video. I'm a white man from Northern England but for context this was from the Brits, our grammy's, and it made a massive cultural impact. There were plenty of complaints from old white people complaining it was racist but a lot of people in my position were able to hear such a raw demonstration of what it meant to be black in Britain. I think this will eventually be referenced as one of the most important performances on British TV with the lyrics offering so much to unravel and learn from

[@stellacorbally177]

Yep, I'm Irish and it provides so much context for things we're mostly ignorant to, simply because it's not something we have to think about in daily lives. This and Ghetts - Black Rose we're both excellent in that regard.

[@camkav2456]

@@stellacorbally177 I’m the same (from Wexford). Grew up playing football with a bunch of black friends but never really understood the stuff they went through day to day

[@helenk43]

I totally agree, I'm a white woman fae Scotland n the amount of ignorance n. racist comments about any other race or culture ppl hit out with drives me fkn loopy.We may not have the same rep as USA for racism but we're defo still full of racist ppl esp those in power.Daves a legend for this xxx

[@haydanjames6182]

More people like u makes Britain amazing 👏🏽

[@memoryfoam2285]

​@@camkav2456white guy from Somerset here, this is one of the greatest performances in British history

[@AIMDoesThings]

As a white privileged teenager i feel this song so much, my brothers are black and i know the bullying they were given, i have goose bumps on my arms while listening to this song as well, its the best truest song ever bro idc

[@AyeReadyVB]

Jacks parents were there for this, I’m so glad they were. Dave is just a kid talking his story. Let these kind of kids shape the future, the world would be a better place. Love from Ireland.

[@antoniaPrince]

I will watch anyone react to this masterpiece countless times. The genuine reactions to the message from the lyrics always makes me happy to see reactors appreciate it all.

[@davidpeters3857]

💯

[@ray2353oto]

The Igbo and pidgin parts had me cracking man 😅😂

[@Amson-d6x]

Still watching it in 2024 🖤🖤🖤 love Dave and sub

[@Alah2]

2 years later, found you from your dave reactions, these videos cleanse my soul. Much love from Scotland.

[@ganfy]

I'm a white, middle class guy from London and this is one of the greatest performances of all time, my brother in law is black and this brought him to tears. GOAT.

[@EricTheSwede]

Dude!! Dave's 2022 brits is even more wild. HE. PUT. ON. A. SHOW. this year. Even if you don't do a reaction, just watch it. Trust me!

[@Schmated64]

This year was great but not comparable to 2020. Anyone can get on stage and put on a show. It takes different kind of artist to get up on stage and stand up for what they believe in.

[@Schmated64]

And just to clarify I know that in the fire has a message and is personal, but something about the 2020 performance felt so direct and purposeful and In my opinion it was one of the greatest moments for UK rap

[@helenk43]

This years performance isn't anything like Black because it's not as hard hitting or emotional, but it was still one of the best performances I've seen at the brits ever.The fact that he had all of those under appreciated less well known real 'street' rappers ' to ppl on that stage killin it made it a moment.The Brits are slowly but surely changing from seriously outta touch with what us normal wee ppl wanna see, into a less snobby more for the ppl kinda awards show.Dave is changing the game with his talent for educating without bein borin preachy or aggressive, but also for helping pave the way for so many others in the future xxx

[@GB-fk7eq]

Streatham stand up!!! Finally Scru is onto our modern day Shakespeare, Santan Dave!!! 🔥🔥🔥. He the UK Tupac

[@bearInMind.]

This makes me want to see scru do a Shakespeare reaction getting hyped😂😂

[@camkav2456]

Someone been watching his kso Big Dipper reacts😃

[@ybone8709]

@@camkav2456 Yeah shoutout KSO. I never knew him and Screw were brothers till recently.

[@bigd_selectersmg]

U.K Tupac... Stop

[@jakescullion925]

Gets me emotional this one! Dave is the best in the world and its not even close

[@willsweeney3489]

Scru man… these reactions are incredible, I’m a huge Dave fan from the UK and I’d be happy if you reacted to every song he’s ever made, as a white man he’s taught me so much about the black experience and I’m so grateful for that. A sensation over here and will be all over the world

[@ujinnmusic]

Respect for appreciating UK music , keep it up man ! Love your reactions man

[@scottishemmaa2457]

Finally!!!! I must’ve been requesting this for over a year lol!!! Knew you’d love this performance Scru, it’s really really special!!! I’m a white Scottish woman and haven’t faced any of the challenges that Dave describes, but this track makes me cry every single time - and I must listen to it at least once a day, for the last couple of years! It makes me ashamed of my country and disgusted that people can treat others in such a disgusting way, all because of their skin tone and area they’re from. I know that I’ll never fully understand, but as long as we have people like Dave educating us all in this way, I can only hope it brings us closer as a nation. You’ll love ‘in the fire’ - this was Dave’s Brit awards performance from this year (only 4 or 5 weeks ago). It’s more like a cypher with a couple of the absolute OG’s in the game - Ghetts and Giggs! Fredo and Meekz also have a verse each and everyone kills it!!!

[@juangary5765]

u aint alone. i tear up too

[@helenk43]

Hey me tae , I'm a white Scottish woman n feel exactly the same as u, every word he says hits so hard.Ijust recommended In The Fire as well, can't stop watching it n it still amazes me how much talent is on that stage killin it.The Brits always felt so outta touch wae what we real ppl love n a stopped watching it coz a got so bored wae it, this years Dave one was a real moment for us n did so much for the culture I think.It's prob the first time so many real rappers that came fae the streets have been able to perform without each winning an award, so Dave was so clever choosing this song outta all of the ones he coulda chose.He's such an amazing talent who raises awareness of so much , without bein preachy or aggressive , absolute perfection xxx

[@MsBabylove11]

I requested it when it first came out and paid in a livestream for dappys straight facts, but he heard the accent and pretty much took the piss and side swiped it, which is what initially turned me off this channel.... so it's nice to see he's finally ready & able to listen.... I knew if he gave it time to adjust then he would have to respect the talent we have here! 😏❤🇬🇧❤

[@ginabyrne7289]

Wen something hits home it hits hard str into the heart 🫶I’m Irish 🇮🇪so wen I listen to ta wolftones I feel it… I stand on my ancestors shoulders wit pride 🫶it’s lovely ta see ta pride in ya buddy 🙌🙌

[@jakelawrence1086]

If you watch this performance and don’t feel something you have no soul. It doesn’t matter how many times I see it I well up with tears every time.

[@xRaheemGamingx]

bruh this hit me so hard, I almost cry listening to this. The struggles of everyday what we have to deal with and go thru in this world just being black my God. This gave me Goosebumps I'm here for all this, We need more of stuff like this Scru Asap.

[@Dinkyberg]

FINALLY THANK YOU, there’s not enough recognition for this performance, my god it’s so powerful thank you so much for sharing it with your audience

[@rachaelwiseman3992]

My very favourite thing to do on you tube is to watch reactors discover Dave, but more than anything else it’s watching reactions to this! I had never heard of Dave and wasn’t in to rap in any way until I saw THIS performance in 2020. I am now a die hard Dave fan and love rap! I will be with you every step of your Dave journey 🙂

[@YounesPina]

The reason why I recommended this song last dave video is because me as a north african (even though im not black) can relate to every single word Dave says in this song. Growing up as a moroccan in the Netherlands is almost the exact same situation as my black brothers and sisters in the uk and usa, only difference here is that the police luckily does not kill us. besides that as a north african in the Netherlands this one made me emotional and really made me appreciate Dave. Shoutout to all my beautiful africans. We are the richest in culture, love, beauty and wisdom!

[@jaderiley5823]

Hello from the uk.. Honestly, your reaction made me choke on my cup of tea. I watched this performance live and had nothing to offer but goosebumps, tears and pride. I could never pretend /imagine /begin to understand the struggle he talks about but I can appreciate his strength, honesty and love. As humans, my above 3 identifying qualities that are amplified in daves incredible performance cost nothing but feel more than a billion dollars when they're free, unrequited and understood. Thank you for reacting so honestly. I'm certain dave himself would appreciate it xx

[@veektorious16]

I just Subscribed to my Nigerian brother! SCRU I never knew you were NIGERIAN! 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬

[@GB-fk7eq]

Let me recommend Lesley or 19th birthday from Dave next. Earlier tracks from him. Really showcases his storytelling ability to the fullest

[@l7_c4meegs91]

yes

[@afrobeatsunlimited4139]

no psycho

[@barry4649]

I’d say Psycho and Drama too

[@jackingham7377]

Black box freestyle

[@barry4649]

@@jackingham7377 I remember seeing that at the time, it still gives me goosebumps hearing such a young kid with that much passion

[@kyleballaam4356]

As a white guy that wants to learn about culture of all races listening to Dave and akala they speak mad stuff I never knew about nothing but respect

[@Chamaramachama]

Every single time I watch that performance I cry. It’s so powerful.

[@liamthegamer8795]

This song, especially the brits version, gives me goosebumps every time

[@WoWThatsTasty]

This was absolutely wonderful I loved every second. I love your response as well I'm not African but I have heavy native roots and know tribe culture the bond of it the effects of it. Native and African cultures are the two that truly have that engrained within them. It warmed my damn soul feeling your response to this amazingly powerful and beautiful song.

[@jms3911]

It's always bittersweet. Reactors realise there is something who gets it and thats great...and at the same time they are hearing and feeling what Dave's words really mean...and that's mostly sad and painful. Big up Dave and Scru Face Jean :)

[@WirelessVLOGS]

Bro straight up I'm white and from Australia and the power this song holds, it made me tremble. Dave is a perfect example of making topics relatable for everyone. I may never feel the pain inside but I can hear it, I felt enough to know I'll never feel it and that is scary, much love to all my brothers and sisters worldwide. We all in this

[@Mythandhistory871]

Definitely one of Dave's best songs. I had never seen this live version, but I'm glad I now have! Shmiggledorf to the ones who know!

[@MrTimoth3]

This was powerful, wouldn't have found Dave if not through this video and now I'm listening to all his music, always a good day when you can introduce me to new artists

[@kylecornett5222]

Oddly enough you reacting to the freestyles and Dave is what brought me back to your channel. Glad you've been enjoying it as much as us viewers have

[@checkit7449]

thank you scru finally you're giving my guy the spotlight he freakin deserves!!!

[@NexusPhotografi]

@beauty zone 5 😑✋

[@hodihodi9272]

This song, not even talking about the performance... Is so fucking heavy and important. It's so amazing to see this being played at mainstream "events" like the BRITS... Dave a real gangsta for that one.

[@markhyland13]

Bro - so bloody happy u found Dave with his earlier stuff 🤝 I genuinely think there is no one better around the last few years - cuz is a genius 🫡

[@RolfeeeMusic]

I have seen this performance so many times and it always gives me goosebumps

[@PJ-po7fu]

Same. Never fails to move me everytime

[@Sedoc9549]

I'm a white man in Australia and this performance gives me goosebumps everytime we are all brothers and sisters in this world subbed.

[@toniroberts6331]

Like a bunch of other people here, I'm white, but this song moves me to tears EVERY SINGLE TIME and I've heard it 1000x. It's a breathtaking performance and surely one of, if not the most important, ever done by an artist on a world stage in a time where quite literally everyone needed to hear it, whether they wanted to or not. Dave is GOATED.

[@michaeljenkins233]

Dave - question time is one of my favourite, he takes aim and calls out the prime minister

[@racsovst1320]

He has lots of ignorant and lighthearted songs too. he’s phenomenal all around

[@damianeboh]

Definitely worth the sun. Genuine reactions. Listening to these Dave gems again have been worth it. From a Nigerian & an Igbo man to another, Nwanne you’re doing well

[@ScruchieTV]

i totally love this, WE NEED MORE OF THIS FROM BOTH DAVE AND YOURSELF SCRU!

[@DylanA81]

I found you from the heart attack reaction, I'm a massive Dave fan it was actually this performance that made me aware of him and I was just blown away and he is now my go to artist on my Spotify

[@JayEli]

Dave was already legendary when I listened to his early work, but when I first heard saw this in 2020 it cemented Dave's place in GOAT status forever. I don't care what anybody says.

[@pureloathing7317]

Song makes me cry every single time

[@mowgli5679]

Also this was at one of the biggest awards in the uk. A massive platform. Big up Dave for tellin us the truth

[@Mia_Jay31]

I love watching people react to Dave. He’s such a grounded artist with such meaningful lyrics. I love him

[@Sparkz147]

Oh Scru there was no way you could have known what was coming to you for this one. That last bit where he got up from the piano was added just for this performance. He mostly talks about a lot of UK events like the stabbing of Jack Merritt, the scandal of the Windrush generation, the Grenfell disaster, the national newspapers racist treatment of Meghan Markle and of course calling out the PM and his government. I'm sure you can imagine there were a lot complaints but like Dave said "if you don't wanna get it, then you're never gonna get it"

[@bowzee4113]

Thanks for the Info 👍 I'm from Canada

[@matthewkennedy1197]

Started watching your videos as a Harry Mack fan - think I've watched every reaction you have done to Harry but clicked on this one as I'd seen snips on the song and liked it. This is my favourite reaction video so far, and favourite performance that you've reacted to! Also got goosebumps at the same part you did!

[@christopheroreilly2234]

Just subbed from this song your reaction Dave's lyrics and poetic delivery. Phenomenal man.

[@FrooshtyBrooshty]

The pausing is great. People need to hear this. And have it pointed out. Again and again. It's beautiful truth and genius.

[@jackvousden1382]

You need to do Dave: Psycho, Streatham, Samantha, In the fire, My 19th birthday and How I met my ex. They don’t miss 🔥🔥🔥

[@kirstencon]

This tune was unreal watching on tv!!!! I honestly cried. I’m white but see the pain my friends and family go through. People need to hear this song all over the world! And keep showing it to people!

[@lynette.]

This made everyone feel such strong poetry it made a huge impact.🇬🇧

[@david_hartley]

Subbed after your last couple of Dave reactions - his music is stunning. I’m so glad you found this song my guy!

[@barry4649]

I remember seeing this performance live then watching it about ten times before I went to sleep that day, powerful stuff

[@ruthknowler5535]

LOVE DAVE❤️ So great to see people discover him. His poetry is NEXT LEVEL.

[@itsmeajay6385]

This is his best song. In the fire live was pretty fire too 🤌🏽

[@jackbell1546]

One of the most beautiful performances I’ve ever seen. I’ll get chills every single I hear it

[@bobbert24]

So glad to see you're diving into Dave's stuff, imo "Psychodrama" was the best album of it's year by far. You should check out psycho, leslie, streatham, hangman

[@Musictellingyouwhaticant]

It took my breath away then & still does now and I’m obvs yt as snow, it’s one of the most impactful songs in general and also performance from the Brits awards 🫶🏼

[@sillygringo4861]

This song brings me to tears every time. For recommendations, I'll stick to songs with videos: - *Question Time* (topically the most similar to Black; he addresses the song directly to the Prime Minister) - *Hangman* - *Two Birds No Stones* - *Verdansk* - *Cassius Clay* (technically he's a feature on this one, but the entire song is amazing and he kills his half) There are so, so many more incredible songs without videos. These barely scratch the surface, but they're a good start.

[@Nicko_132]

That Cassius clay joint goes hard. I’d add Psycho to that list too, the instrumental on it is crazy let alone the bars.

[@sillygringo4861]

@@Nicko_132 Does Psycho have a music video? Because if so it's 100% on my list!

[@Dale-sj6xo]

im from holland and white but Dave tells the story so fk good he gave me tears in my eyes every time he does something like this hes goated

[@MaTTiEB1489]

i beg everyone hit the thumbs us so we can get more dave reactions... I'm here for ALLLL of them 🙌🏼 Dave really is the GOAT!!

[@jamalrobinson2159]

Chills and fuckin tears...still to this day...this is epic...and Scru Face? Your reaction is the 1 that gives this the credit it deserves..'you can read my arm in Braille'...thats real...salute warrior ✊🏿

[@Hazey_J95]

While you are checking out Daves live performances, check out "in this fire " with UK's most elite artists! Love from the UK Scru 💪🏼

[@KONMI_Szn]

No matter how many times I hear this the goosebumps🥺❤️

[@jordanharrison6410]

dave the best outta uk , you should react to more of him🙏🏼

[@bslisineffective]

Love your reaction to this. So visceral. Beautiful.

[@Ojj123]

Dave - In The Fire, this song is filled with great bars and features some of the best UK artists, would be a shame if you didnt check this one out

[@ethanpalmer8468]

As a UK fan of yours for 4 years now I’m so glad you’re listening to Dave, loving the reactions my G 💯

[@MikeRees]

This performance was jaw dropping. He made headlines for calling the PM racist but I think the rest of it is what eventually got shoved into public consciousness, or at least really should be. You'll not be disappointed with Dave and it'll lead you to some other UK talent that you'll enjoy too, that sadly haven't really been heard overseas too much

[@statikish100]

This is one of the hardest performances I have EVER seen anywhere! Dave repping our country 💯 Nothing but preach this performance 🔥🔥🔥

[@jakobharrison4218]

He did ‘in the fire’ at this years brits which is the craziest UK lyrical track ever for me

[@cgrant991]

Fax the performance was beyond amazing

[@anthonyirvine1881]

Couple of videos in. Your application for dave is epic.. its so good to see him getting recognition across the pond. Fredo daily duppy 100% has to be on here

[@rendellshelton2700]

This was powerful I have to check out more Dave I’ve never gotten to deep into the UK scene. I know that this isn’t going to suddenly get push but after you saying that this kind of stuff reinvigorated you. I would love to see your reaction to Big k.R.I.T’s B.E.T performance.

[@bazc1688]

Always been here but here even more for Dave. Love from the 🇬🇧

[@samdolan1336]

if you want another deep one, i’d definitely recommend ‘survivors guilt’ or ‘lesley’. if you want energy 100% go for ‘thiago silva’

[@Txl197]

I live in Long Beach. Went to San Francisco just for a day to see dave perform yesterday. It was the best fucking show I ever been to ever hands down and I have seen 50+ performances. Dave is just something else man and he is touring in the US at the moment. If you get the chance to see him do it without even thinking. Great vid bro and react to Psycho by Dave.

[@Txl197]

@Sluglife donb I don’t think there is but I filmed a couple myself. The audio isn’t that good tho cause I was kinda covering the speaker cause I am stupid lol. But you should definitely try to go to one of his shows, maybe Seattle, texas or NY

[@Steezy93]

oh yessss do IN THE FIRE next, brits performance

[@scoture9054]

Art, no doubt about it.. I love how much he brings your African heart out

[@Foxolini]

Check out Dave - In The Fire. It’s an incredible song which features some of the UK’s best artists performing at their highest level, also with a killer instrumental made by Dave

[@cgrant991]

Fax

[@Millennial_Mike]

The words alone are absolutely incredible! Then you got properly stunning music

[@FeelGoodFF]

This song is a genius what a lad dave is, able to vocalise such raw problems in modern society , it's such a shame racism even exists, Thankfully most of us nowadays are educated beyond this stupidity and most of us know its just a genetic expression we all have the exact same ones we just express different ones depending on your ancestry/environment. If you judge somebody because of this then ask your mum and dad what a school is and ask for directions if they are able comprehend what your asking. Education is emancipation🤞

[@TheCraigyo]

Theirs more heart in this song than a deck of cards. This song pulls every emotion you have, and that's the essence of music!

[@Sephiroso.]

Scru, i know you're on your Dave journey at the moment, but similar to this song, i know without a doubt you'd enjoy hearing Civil War by Immortal Technique feat. Killer Mike, Brother Ali, and Chuck D. Would be awesome to see you react to that masterful piece of hip hop.

[@oigewan9301]

You were talking to people who found you through Dave, but I found Dave through you. Thanks for that.

[@princeofallnegros4035]

This is so underrated. If not for this channel I would never know the dude or song existed.

[@jahsoldier3297]

The way this moves you and stirs your spirit is beautiful. Here in the UK with cursed white skin. I feel your pain, I share your goosebumps... This song gave your heart a freedom it hadn't known before this tune and ite beautiful ❤

[@lisajackson9280]

Found you through this track....Dave is a poet for our generation, he is so loved, thank you for the reaction x

[@jaiwellington-vrins9449]

Found you through Dave reactions One of the best reaction channels on the tube, big ups much love from Australia ❤️

[@brandonjaysaid4131]

Bro, I remember watching this live on TV. Given the situation in the country and the world at the time I remember how important this was, especially to a lot of people I know. Dave is a goat musician and person 🐐

[@helenk43]

I cried all the way through this video, even though I've watched tht performance so many times it still makes me so emotional.Dave is by far one of the most , if not THE most talented artist here in the UK n he makes me feel so proud to be from the UK 🥰His ability to tell a story perfectly is amazing.Please check out his 2022 Brits performance of In The Fire, it's a completely different vibe to this but it's still sooo good.While u guys had the legendary Halftime show being a moment that will go down in history, we had Daves brits performance.The brits hasnt really ever had a lot of like real kinda street rappers on stage, Dave coulda chose to perform anything but he chose to do this song which has verses by 4 other amazing UK artists Ghetts,Giggs, Fredo and Meeks meaning they got to be seen on that Stage killin it.I loved all of them but Ghetts honest to god made my jaw hit the floor lol xxx

[@daiinialy9643]

As a 100% British born, I remember the first time I listened to this song I felt it on a very deep level without actual reasoning, but it brought light on an everhappening situation... Dave is an absolute legend at such a young age, using his music for good as he should

[@NOxSPLOOSHxPLANE]

Dave is the UK Tupac is music always has a great message the dude can write rap sing as well as an amazing actor he really is one of the top artists in the UK and the states