Finnish Vocal Coach First Time Reaction: Pearl Jam - BLACK (Subtitles)

Hi! In this video I'm reacting to Pearl Jam for the first time and giving you some insight of Eddie Vedder's touching vocals! (𝑅𝑒𝓂𝑒𝓂𝒷𝑒𝓇 𝓉𝑜 𝒸𝓁𝒾𝒸𝓀 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝓈𝓊𝒷𝓉𝒾𝓉𝓁𝑒𝓈 𝑜𝓃!)
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[@heyskipj]

Loved the part where Eddie took Anna's breath away and she forgot she was doing a reaction. 😗

[@annavaskelainen]

The reaction was reactioning more than the analysis was analyzing. 🙈

[@cjschmeeds]

@@annavaskelainen A true and honest reaction. 🙂 Thank you, it was a wonderful video.

[@bruno3778]

“I know some day you’ll have a beautiful life. I know you’ll be a star….. in somebody else’s sky….but why, why, why can’t it be mine?!” Probably some of the most poetic and touching lyrics I’ve ever heard.

[@annavaskelainen]

🥹

[@RickINFJ]

That line has been with me since the release of 10. ❤

[@robbob5302]

I call that part of the song “Everest.”

[@matchu.j]

Unrerequited love😢

[@musicaddict5076]

“I know someday you’ll have a beautiful life. I know you’ll be a star…in somebody else’s sky” gets me every time.

[@Jjoker74]

I love that you went from analyzing vocals, to completely emotionally invested. Its ok to get teary, its ok to cry. This performance hits so hard. Its a masterpiece!

[@adamfocht5650]

This is by far my favorite reaction to this song. Seeing you go from technically dissecting his voice to being sucked in emotionally by the song brought so much joy to my heart. Made the tears well up for me too. Excellent analysis and reaction!

[@annavaskelainen]

🥹🙏

[@G.O.D..]

you should see charismatic voice get soaking wet reacting to this song

[@maxx.mazzeo]

Indeed

[@reng.5934]

When this song hits you... it hits you.

[@DaddyDoom]

Your silence and eyes at the last part of the song tell a whole story. This song has something in it for everyone, and it sure has for me. Great reaction. Finland has some awesome bands btw, namely Shape of Despair. PS: Finnish sounds like Elvish and I love it.

[@annavaskelainen]

🥰

[@rustyharvey4557]

Your reaction to his pain made this even more genuine and real and heartfelt..

[@annavaskelainen]

🥹

[@aliwantizu]

I've seen SO many grown adults (men and women) moved to tears by this performance...that if someone were to watch this for the first time and NOT be moved, I'd wonder if they had a soul. Thanks for reacting to one of the single best live performances ever recorded. ~Be Blessed

[@wesleyricketts789]

And this isn't even the best version for me. There's one at a Record Store in Rockville, MD from 1991 I think that's remarkable.

[@alexpressure944]

It is ok to be speechless to this. Not even Eddie could do it a second time like this. Sometimes the magic happens. This is masterful!

[@1980sPainTrain]

Words can't describe Eddie's performance. Speechless.

[@NZLatic]

This coming from someone who was never much of a Pearl Jam fan, but this performance completely changed my view of Eddie’s vocals and the band in general. I don’t think I’ve seen many performers so invested in the lyrics and actually reliving the emotions that drove them to write the song in the first place. And we can all relate to these feelings and the hopelessness and frustration that Eddie showed in this performance. I really do believe that this is one of the best live vocal performances ever. It definitely got to me!

[@jjh5374]

On a side note, you bring up a very prescient point, that you can feel the truth and realness in the song and in his singing. It was that very thing that helped move rock music from the unreal glam metal days of the late 80’s/early 90’s, to this type of music, or grunge to some. We had had our fill of the partying music and was craving the realness, truthfulness and heartbreak of what was to come in the 90’s. Thanks for your reaction.

[@faust3904]

You're a poet!!! "Eddie's voice flew so emotionally and beautifully over that rocky fabric. Very touching and raw. It was very beautiful and unadorned at the same time, if one can say that." Excellent description! 🙏

[@annavaskelainen]

🙈

[@in_differ_ence]

Eddie’s delivery is always emotional and touching, never technical. And that makes him uniques 🙏🏻 great reaction as always🙏🏻💫 next from PJ, can be their music video to “Jeremy” 🔥🔥🔥

[@reactionviewer]

Sometimes songs just make you want to absorb it all. Don’t worry I cried with you. The song was about a prior relationship he had.

[@annavaskelainen]

🥹

[@kebonhawk1081]

I agree. Some music just hits you in the guts or makes you think about things, good or bad, and sometimes make you cry. Sadly it's becoming harder and harder to find new music you WANT to be in your head for the rest of your life... It's out there but it's not easy to find it.

[@nickcooke1996]

Eddie got into your heart. Same for all of us Anna. Gave me joy seeing your heart open up to this song.

[@jfcardello]

He just puts it all out there…every bit of his soul…anyone thats lost love feels this one!!!

[@joeybossolo7]

You absolutely got this performance. Eddie spilt out his soul on this one. Completely raw emotion. Fantastic reaction on your part, very genuine.

[@JaceToTheFace]

So sad I missed the premiere. But I definitely have to comment here. I have watched hundreds of reactions and analysis videos of Pearl Jam's "Black" and you have made a masterpiece. No one has come close to the level of what you have presented in your video. You gave so much technical information with a perfect balance of human emotion and understanding of Eddie and Pearl Jam's music. I was truly astounded at how much you gave us with your analysis. You touch on so many things that other so called "professionals" miss. I am so happy to have found your channel. Thank you Anna!

[@s10head74]

One of the greatest live performances ever recorded! Love it!... Anna, your analysis was wonderful as usual as you are clearly moved by the song on an emotional level, yet you're still able to break down what's going on with the vocals with your keen observations! For further Pearl Jam possibilities, I would highly recommend "Jeremy" either from this same unplugged session or the original (and quite controversial) music video.... Even Flow is another great one with the original music video really showcasing Eddie's acrobatics on stage in concert....

[@billjohnson9191]

I wrote a paper on this song, after listening to it many, many times, you understand he’s singing about a deep depression after a breakup. It still makes me tear up every time I hear it

[@CarlosSierralta]

I’d love to read the paper

[@ididthisonpulpous6526]

I really love your material! Your mix of English/Finnish is perfect! I think the fear of losing English speaking engagement drives many creators to eschew their native language for several reasons, but I think we lose a good deal of genuine character in folks who might struggle to translate in the moment their fullest thoughts.

[@snakesnoteyes]

Agree

[@Adam_Le-Roi_Davis.]

Eddie has a very human and emotional approach to his vocals it's more about conveying the emotional than technique.

[@markcoogan9846]

Watching someone listen to this song for the first time is something I’ve never experienced before, and my own initial experience happened over 30 years ago, but seeing the unbridled emotion that was brought out of you made me feel that very emotion that Black brought out of me all those years ago. That’s pretty amazing- for music and voice and lyrics to have that power. I’ve never seen your content before watching this video tonight- just happened to show up as a recommendation in my google feed. So, I don’t know how your videos typically play out but it was moving to see the emotion that this version in particular is able to invoke.

[@brandonszatkowski6983]

I’ve come back to this reaction so many times, not only because I love this song so much… but it does something to see the human reaction to such powerful and relatable lyrics.. to see the real emotion hit you… it feels like I’m hearing it for the first time again. In my opinion, this performance of “Black” is one of the best live songs of all time. I love all of your reactions! Just awesome:)

[@ddevil4980]

Eddie has that ability to just bring out emotions in people. When I saw them back in 2005 they played 35 songs. The recording is on KZbin and man that was a great concert. The night after was Tom Petty and the Black Crows at the same venue so or course I had to both. It was one hell of a weekend.

[@jkellum147]

Beautiful, honest reaction! Keep them coming, Anna!

[@heathermcginn1547]

I’ve watched so many reactions to this song, and nobody has encapsulated my own emotions as well as you. Many miss or don’t mention certain things I wish they would notice. You understood the heartbreak and poetry of the lyrics… truly moving. New subscriber

[@spookytooth69]

Thank you for validating the emotions that this song evokes in me. Just as Eddie's performance is authentic, so are the tears welling in your eyes.

[@annavaskelainen]

🥰

[@josephbond8280]

When he has Chris Cornell singing with him it’s even more magical.

[@kristinnelson9124]

💯 truth!!

[@austincarmigiano3610]

This song makes you feel something

[@GreenhornPhototaker]

I love to watch someone react to Eddie and PJ for the first time. This was a great breakdown, I am so glad you loved this version of the song.

[@davidmarsh9897]

I'd have pretty much passed off Pearl Jam as another Indie Rock band from the USA except for Eddie's singing style and ability to get the emotion of the lyrics across so well. My favourite tune by them is probably not the most popular but is well known all the same. It's called Elderly Woman Behind the Counter in a Small Town, it always touches me when I listen to it. Cheers Dave.

[@adrian-vu6gt]

Another person who loves Elderly Woman! I do have to say that Rearviewmirror is my favorite deep cut.

[@nostrathomas2437]

Eddie reminds me of Floor Jansen in the fact that in the Studio they are exceptional but put them in front of an audience the fireworks start. That both have voices you not only hear but feel! Great reaction ! Pretty sure I saw some tears welling up 😉 Always love your reaction analyses

[@mattscoggins]

Yes! So glad you did this finally, your reaction was amazing! More Pearl Jam would be great!

[@annavaskelainen]

Better late than never eh? 😂 Done!

[@JuanHughJorgan]

Here is Eddie's take on the songs meaning: "The song is about letting go." "It's very rare for a relationship to withstand the Earth's gravitational pull and where it's going to take people and how they're going to grow. I've heard it said that you can't really have a true love unless it was a love unrequited. It's a harsh one, because then your truest one is the one you can't have forever." Amazing reaction as always Anna! ❤

[@AnotherFacelessDigitalNoOne]

Thats a really great insight

[@JuanHughJorgan]

@@AnotherFacelessDigitalNoOne Indeed it is! I went to look up his interview that he gave about Black and I know he mentioned an ex and it being a very personal song to him. But I had never seen this quote before. Very deep and to me gives even more meaning to the song. :)

[@annavaskelainen]

🥰 Thank you for your support Jace!

[@archer355ify]

Eddie forgot the lyrics on the second verse. The one time it was being recorded live . 😢 love eddie vedder and pearl jam seen them live many times . First was at Wrigley field in Chicago front stage awesome day that was .

[@haydenbrown9289]

I’ve listened to Eddie for over 25 years and i saw him live solo and his voice just goes right through you and brought me to tears with the power

[@robertjones6971]

Love your reactions. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@giancork1656]

Listening to a reaction in Finnish (my mother's language) to one of the most iconic PJ songs put me in a trance of sorts....and hits all sort of feelings.....

[@dangercat3000]

I come back to this reaction of yours often. One, because this is such a beautiful song and I don’t think they’ve ever topped this performance of it. Two, sometimes I miss my ex and need to feel something, and three I really enjoy your very human reaction to it. I always get a little bit of a lump in my throat at the same time when you start to tear up because of the lyrics.

[@MadMayorZag]

“We belong together”. That line is improvised on this live performance and pretty much sums it up 🖤

[@gnovincejr2]

One of my all time favorites to watch a reaction to is THIS SONG!!! So powerful! ...and you are at the top! Most beautiful reaction! When you can cry and still look Beautiful is Impressive! ❤

[@32a34a]

What gives it added emotion especially for Eddie is that this is an autobiographical song. I mean who can't say they haven't experienced what Eddie is singing about.

[@aaroncole3941]

Pearl Jam was the first concert ever went to see when I was about 16. They were amazing live. They sounded album quality. Love your reactions!

[@nightmusic8]

Again another video from the wonderful Anna. Kiitos paljon! /nm8 J

[@annavaskelainen]

Yay! Let's go!

[@nitro_001newman2]

Eddie Vedder got laryngitis before the day of this performance, and almost cancelled but decided to perform anyway. That’s why he sounds more raspy than usual, and shy’s away from the bigger notes. Also the head shake thing on the second verse, was because he sang the wrong line. He was signaling to the band that he realized he messed up, and that he would find his way back. He jumps back to the correct line without missing a beat. All that goes on and he still delivers an impressive performance. He’s a true professional.

[@darrylkerr2417]

I’ve seen so many reactions to this song. Yours is just raw and vulnerable. To sit inside the song with Eddie and feel his pain. This is so gorgeous. Thank you 🙏

[@TheMajestyD]

great song and lyrics... last part of always gets me teary eyed, wow you are beautiful

[@kimstan2033]

this is going to be great... thank You Anna Vadkelainen for such quality material

[@annavaskelainen]

Happy to serve!

[@TrianglesAndCircles]

Beautiful song and beautiful reaction.❤😊

[@BrianBogiaBricky]

This is a laid-back song of theirs that is outstanding. Even flow is a very powerful song of theirs that is mind-blowing!! Pearl Jam - Even Flow (Official Video) 5:25 minutes long.

[@khalil.khoury]

More more more ❤👏👏👏

[@vaughnrobinson5933]

That look on your face , the last minutes of the song... you truly get it. Bravo, Anna. Most listeners don’t grasp the depth of the lyrics or the intensity that they are sung.

[@Jero-P]

I come back to watch this, and my eyes always water

[@jefflambeth1054]

I’ve watched your reaction to this at least 25 times!! The most beautiful song and seeing your eyes well with emotion,gets me every time 😍

[@evi1ways]

I have a ritual when i fly back and forth from Australia. The first 7 hours of the 16 hour trip are spent listening to "Ten", Pearl Jam's first album, on loop.

[@judgesfiveeight]

He literally lived it. Figuratively, so have many of us... 33 years have passed, and I will never forget Jacqueline.

[@cliveklg7739]

He sang this in tribute to Chris Cornell after he died. That was a crazy emotional performance, especially toward the end.

[@annavaskelainen]

Chris Cornell has been mentioned SO many time I think I can not ignore him much longer 😂

[@Herringboner]

Holy smokes! Go down That rabbit hole. Chris Cornell is something else vocally.

[@cliveklg7739]

​@@annavaskelainen Very much worth checking out. I can give you multiple suggestions. From his Soundgarden days "Black Hole Sun" From his Temple of the Dog collab with Eddie Vetter: "Hunger Strike" With his most recent band Audioslave: "Like a Stone". Audioslave has members of the band Rage Against the Machine in it as well. Tim Morello's guitar solos are crazy. I think as a vocal coach you'll love "Hunger Strike" Some of the vocals he does there are amazing. "Like a stone" is probably my favorite, it shows the growth of his singing.

[@EricWBurton]

@@annavaskelainen please, please do. He was otherworldly. Eddie and him are my favorites :)

[@yamyamyams2629]

A good cry at the hands of this song is emotionally cleansing

[@ssvr3dl1n38]

Enjoyed this reaction and some of the elements in Eddies voice you picked up that other reactors haven't highlighted before. Thank you 🙏

[@gabriel.p.teixeira0498]

Great reaction, Anna. Now I think your next Pearl Jam reaction should be the song "Alive". Both official music video and mtv unplugged versions are awesome.

[@tevisstier9044]

I remember watching this the night it premiered on MTV. Pearl Jam was and still is one of my favorite bands.

[@waldmeister0815]

Happy new year everone. This band is one of my alltime teenage favorites, which brings back a lot of memories. I remember a lot of girls in school had a crush on Eddie and also the sad accident at that concert in Roskilde. 😭 That song is among the most heartbroken music I know. Thank you. :)

[@СтаньоКоновски]

I know that this will be good , only when i see the song and your face. Is a thing im going trough right now. Love can move mountains ,or left you so down in a whole.

[@annavaskelainen]

I got pretty emotional as the song progressed I must admit. 🥲 Sending you a big virtual hug!

[@СтаньоКоновски]

@@annavaskelainen You cant imagine how much this means to me! Thank you!

[@СтаньоКоновски]

@@annavaskelainen And i know that maybe is no big deal, but wanted to send you this kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIXbeqCHjrWbla8 . And now i cant even pick up the guitar in hands

[@annavaskelainen]

​@@СтаньоКоновскиEverything will be okay. 🙏

[@danieldigangi399]

music is actually the language of the heart, suscribed

[@annavaskelainen]

☺️🙏🎵

[@douglasmays3597]

Perfect reaction! Sometimes you just need to listen and feel the intent of the artist. I love listening to vocal coaches reactions. But watching anyone to listen and feel is something special. I watched every minute afterwards.

[@Hector-ze7ed]

I can't watch this and not cry. So beautiful and connecting...

[@jams_world81]

This one still gets me emotional every time I hear it!! Even though I heard it 10,000 times since it aired. That because eddies performances was flawless. Still is my favorite version of Black

[@jdwoods2008]

Their album Ten, was released when I was in 10th grade in high school, and was a smash hit by 11th grade. Between this song, and Jeremy, I got to know the record quite well. : ) Great reaction.

[@bighouse1695]

Wonderful reaction Anna! Loved your analysis of Eddie’s voice and making the sounds he makes as the song progressed. I remember seeing this when it first played on MTV and thought it was the most amazing performance ever. Over 30 years later I still think Black Unplugged is the best performance ever.

[@georgegiouri5668]

It's amazing how much a man can love a woman and when that's over he writes a beautiful poem full of emotions that can make your skin jumpy and they dress it up with wonderful music and at the end they performed like that. Thanks Anna for your true emotional reaction. Greetings from Greece.

[@James_Russell]

Raw emotion and "imperfect" power unleashed in singing delivers a relatable experience for listeners (me). You said it all in the beginning. "Hey, I'm human too" Let's relate.. It's what attracts me to soulful and bluesy vocalists/musicians. Good to see you, Anna :)

[@annavaskelainen]

🥰

[@niklausweste3840]

Your recognition of what he is doing and your breakdown/explanation was such a unique and informative take. Thank you Anna

[@BruceWeaver-hw7bt]

Can't tell you how much I like your reactions to this. You are well aware of vocal technique, etc and make great observations. But you do not let that overshadow the raw emotion Eddie puts into this. One of my favorite reactions and one of my favorite performances.

[@dasninjastix]

At 5:17, the way Eddie sings the word "cradle" is just incredible, ive commented on it before but I'll skip back just to hear that section over and over again. It's coming from such a soulful place it's intoxicating. The STP unplugged performance where they switch up the energy on the second verse of the song Creep also lives on repeat in my end. Hell of a time for music the 90s were. Love the analysis, you rock 🤘

[@annavaskelainen]

🥰

[@vincentyanes8720]

This came out when I was in high school. Pearl jam, Nirvana, Alice in chains. All amazing bands. Pearl jam being my favorite, his voice and lyrics have a lot of emotion, raw emotion and it touches you. I love your accent by the way😊

[@adamedwards2261]

Great reaction. It hurts to see such a beautiful amazing woman cry. It makes me just want to give you a big hug. 😢 Thanks Anna. 🤙🏻🇺🇸🇫🇮❤

[@justitia257]

Beautiful unplugged version

[@user-Spicoli]

This is live and he was running a high fever during this performance and still slayed this song.

[@TheHellRanger]

idk how many times i have seen this performance, but makes my eyes tear up every time

[@Lane2268]

You have a beautifully Kind soul, bless you for sharing.

[@logankerlee1988]

Really enjoyed your takes on the song!

[@DJMAERZ]

The last little "Yeah" gets me EVERY.SINGLE.DAMN.TIME.

[@RedlineVenom]

Amazing song, and such a wonderful raw reaction. Love your channel keep it up!

[@Loadstamler]

Any art that triggers an emotional response is like that is perfect. Thanks Eddie!

[@patrickbrown9256]

Thank you for your emotional response to the song. I feel you!!!!

[@SJSPDX]

It’s ok to cry. We all do.

[@jeffkemper7920]

Eddie's voice is one of a kind. You know who it is from the moment you hear it. But, Pearl Jam is a sum of all the parts. He is still one of my favorite male vocalists. Great job, Anna, you have a new fan, for life.

[@josephbond8280]

❤️❤️❤️. Think this is the song he sings for Chris in memorial. Look it up. Powerful. He cry’s while singing it.

[@vaughnrobinson5933]

You’re language is so beautiful. Very nice.

[@constructor2763]

The shine in your eyes reflects the pain we feel. Great video of an epic song.

[@josephkellard6432]

Great reaction to this wonderful song. I’m new to your channel. Looking forward to watching more.

[@annavaskelainen]

Thank you very much and welcome to the music fam! Yayy!

[@Mystogan000]

You're really putting out there the best reactions on YT 😮 Lot of emotions, super interesting analyzes.. wow ! It would be amazing to see you react to Porch from the exact same session... one of the best live moment in my opinion

[@CappuccinoZilla]

Hes a powerful man. Changed my life

[@AB-sy5hb]

Great Reaction, thanks

[@laurawatters914]

MORE PEARL JAM PLEASE. INCREDIBLE REACTION 😊🩷🤘✌️

[@Garrettification]

I can't even finish this video. I'm gonna fall in love with this girl. good luck to the rest of you.

[@johnrymer6329]

Great reaction Anna…you’re one of the best…seriously

[@TheErikBallew]

So the song they have that makes my cry EVERY time is their song called "Release" especially the live version in Holland.

[@JoeYo77]

First time coming across your channel. This song is off the album Ten which is the first album I ever purchased and what a buy! You should watch this entire 45 minute set, it’s one of the best videos on KZbin. He had a little case of the flu here and he sounds a little extra gravely. He really didn’t want to put this song on the album or to perform it. Said it was too painful, she really broke his heart, but how lucky we all are he did release it.