FIRST TIME EVER HEARING NIRVANA "LITHIUM' REACTION | Asia and BJ

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[@anthonymanuge6237]

Lithium is a drug that is a mood stabilizer, and it is given to people who are bipolar. The song is written from the perspective of someone experiencing extreme highs and lows in mood.

[@lucy45397]

That’s cool

[@bubba6675]

i thought it was a about a religious man who turned to god when his wife died?

[@Lemon-rk9hq]

I thought it was about him facing himself and his Psychological problems

[@adamsmith2944]

Lithium turns a person into a zombie and has a lot of weird side effects

[@nicolerizzo1314]

I took lithium for a long time and didn't feel any different. Maybe I'm broken lol

[@alphajava761]

"I'm not gonna crack" .. is such a great lyric because we all face frustrations and temptations that we resist.

[@m16fermy]

I can never tell if he was saying chromatic crack or whatever and I was younger I thought he was endorsing crack

[@John-Andersen]

With all respect to Asia and BJ I noticed that they were mistaking "I'm not gonna CRACK" (the actual lyric) for "I'm not gonna CRY" A person who is possibly Bipolar may be resistant to the drug Lithium, hence "I'm not gonna CRACK" (no intervention, please).

[@dathorndike4908]

It's "I'm Not Gonna Cry" right?

[@alphajava761]

@@dathorndike4908 It's I'm not gonna crack. Basically I'm not gonna let this situation get the best of me. You can Google the lyrics. Back in the day at first I thought Kurt was saying "I'm not a girl like that" like a women was rejecting him in that context I thought "I killed you" was just a metaphor for I'd break your heart. So I was way off back then lol.

[@kellyhouse4263]

His voice was definitely an instrument🔥

[@devinluoto873]

Alot of singers just sing. But Kurt sang with his actual pain, emotion, torment, and the rawness of it is unparalleled..

[@marktarp7225]

True but Layne Staley has him beat in everything you listed.

[@broken_arrow_1179]

@@marktarp7225 same with Chris Cornell

[@SilentBob731]

@@broken_arrow_1179 Add Chester Bennington to that list. Kurt was always a bit over-rated in my opinion.

[@drewdawson9250]

@@SilentBob731 bruh🤡 overrated?? More like underrated 😂

[@Blueqoose]

This man was a gift. It's a tragedy we lost him but he was a tortured soul.

[@nicoleavery7238]

It was Kourtney. Don't believe the lies

[@eddyyoung7101]

I love the way that Asia was lost deep in her thoughts about the song, lyrics, performance, and Kurt. Yes, do not fight that, music can take you you deep inside yourself, help you to learn about yourself. Music is magic for sure.

[@Martini3inc]

It’s crack. Not cry. But cry is dope if that was the actual lyric.

[@mfvitt8000]

tbh he changed his lyrics a lot live...i wouldnt be at all surprised if he literally did say that sometimes in concert...sometimes he just mumbled too

[@triangleman5893]

It was cry it the demo version of the song

[@cavila3388]

@@triangleman5893 In the first version lithium didn't have a chorus m8

[@triangleman5893]

@@cavila3388 I’m talking about the smart sessions Version

[@cavila3388]

@@triangleman5893 ahh, right

[@devinluoto873]

And his songwriting abilities are just phenomenal

[@acy2004]

Nirvana IS my childhood. Never knew how fortunate I was then until I grew up and realized music will never be the same. Thanks for doing Nirvana. I’d recommend “The Man Who Sold The World” next which is a David Bowie cover. Great song 🙋🏻‍♀️👍🏼👏🏼🙌🏼💜🇨🇦

[@patches6309]

Welcome to the world of Bipolar people in a relationship? Anyone who has ever dated a person who is really Bipolar knows exactly what the lyrics mean. Kobain hit the nail right on the head. Lithium was heavily prescribed by doctors for bipolar disorder & when I found it in my soon to be X girlfriends pocketbook I quickly understood why she was completely insane sometimes.

[@barte3822]

I'm a recovering addict and I think he is talking about heroin, which Kurt got addicted to and tried to get clean. There is hidden drug meanings in this song. His inner thoughts as you said.The temptation is always there. Love you guys ✌& ❤

[@himynameis3664]

But isn't lithium a drug prescribed for mental illness? A lot of prescription meds are worse than "illegal" drugs. Not sure if lithium is one of them but he could just be singing about the song title?

[@Britton_Thompson]

No, he's not. There are zero heroin references in this song because Kurt still hadn't even tried smack for the first time when this song was written. His first heroin experience came in the fall of 1991. This song was written in spring 1991, and the Nevermind album altogether was recorded in the summer of 1991. At this particular juncture of Kurt's life, he was still only just drinking liquor, smoking pot, and eating mushrooms (whenever he could get them). No hardcore narcotics are covertly being referred to in this song.

[@k.t.5405]

@@Britton_Thompson hmmm....thats debatable, bud. SLTSpirit is RIFE with H references.

[@dragonfire1842]

He is saying, "I'm not going to crack..." He is trying to be strong while being away from his women.

[@billbrasky1288]

Whoever you are getting your rock and metal suggestions from keep going to that well. All of the song choices have been excellent.

[@SearlesHernandez]

Great reaction: Watch "What Makes This Song Great" Ep. 44 NIRVANA (2) to get an idea of Kurt's song writing.

[@TheMrcrazy711]

I’d honestly suggest just listening to the music first before watching an analysis. I love those videos too but they just don’t supplement for listening to the discography. Those videos are more for those curious how songs are made than for explaining a band to a first time listener. Great suggestion though Rick Beato is awesome.

[@santoviola9361]

Nirvana changed my life!

[@doctor8342]

I grew up back then, it's hard to describe it. Music literally went from Motley Crue and Poison which were all songs about sex drugs and partying to this seemingly overnight. There was "thrash metal" like Metallica and such but they weren't getting radio time, and you had Guns N Roses which were kinda like a bridge between the likes of Motley Crue to harsher stuff like this but it really was like someone flicked a switch. I graduated high school on 95 so literally my freshman year is when all of this happened, the older kids in the school were still mostly preppy kinda you know polo shirts and Dockers left over from the 80's, my class were literally super baggy jeans, t shirts and yes flannel and did not give a shit about what others thought of us and everyone in our class hung out there was no divisions it was cool.

[@mattjohn4731]

Dude that's really cool. I was contemplating how the 90's showed many signs of progress with weird noisy music getting super huge. And feminism, which Kurt supported. I'm a big Sonic Youth fan. I graduated in 1990 and it was a bleak 4 years. The days of Milli Vanilli and Van Hagar. And the social thing was brutal, my class was opposite of yours. So I always worry about teens, and needless to say I don't recommend Catholic schools at any level including university

[@ScottBiesty]

watching BJs facial expressions when the song picks up is great

[@michaeltveten8458]

He’s not gonna’ “cry”…..He’s not gonna’ “crack”.

[@nickkleiber8636]

Kurt has the most melodic voice ever!

[@thomashiggins3077]

Breed live from this show was good.

[@JuandeFucaU]

what you were saying about Kurt's voice blending with the music is actual fact.... each word he sings on this song, especially, is on the bassline beat, as it usually is on Nirvana songs. try listening again and notice that every time Kurt says a word you'll hear Krist plucking a bass note. Krist isn't often hailed as one of the greatest bass players, he doesn't play overly complicated stuff, but what he was really super good at was following Kurt's vocal beat. I must've told over a hundred people to check this out back when this came out... that part of the 2nd chorus when they shift into overdrive changed the game and made grunge.

[@Tica..77]

Wow.. when it all changed! RIP KC 🕊 THX’s A & BJ, ❤️‍🔥 yawl

[@clairash2004]

There are 3 times in my life when the death of a musician really affected me, Kurt was the second. He was truly gifted. Dave Grohl the drummer from Nirvana is also amazing. His career post Nirvana is phenomenal.

[@mangaymambol]

2pac and kurt for me

[@dbtrek]

Been decades since I listened to this, and I like your take on it, gives me some new perspective on a great song.

[@rajd7118]

BJ is feeling it!

[@tonymatrisin4328]

Nirvana unplugged concert was great, a lot of great songs

[@yosifpetrov3087]

Cobain is the only musician to be included in the 100 singers of all time, 100 greatest guitarists of all time and 100 greatest songwriters of all time

[@chrislain1349]

Seems hard to believe but that’s pretty cool!

[@saibestboy]

@@chrislain1349 right :D I think Kurt himself said that he’s not that good at playing guitar, correct me if I’m wrong 🧐

[@OGGOAT23]

Jimi hendrix john lennon not in the top 100?

[@stevenfehrenbach5343]

There is so much more Nirvana that I think you guys would appreciate. Kurt was something special. It's not just his lyrics, song writing or the way he uses his voice in such a way that it is pretty much another instrument in the band. This guy never had guitar lessons, he taught himself to play guitar and he is also a left handed player who plays a right handed guitar, meaning that the strings are upside down for him, compared to a traditional guitar player.

[@queenmiriam3058]

Thankyou darlings! Hope to see Some Queen again soon. They were epic live! I suggest One Vision live at Wembley or Somebody to Love live at Montreal. Much bless to you ❤️

[@JimBob_McRob]

I got this CD when it came out and I've always mistaken "CRACK" for "CRY" as well. ;)

[@soniadenison1690]

Love Nirvana, thanks guys for reviewing them❤

[@TooSkinnyKenny]

my favorite Nirvana song. I love the contrast between the soft and loud sections and the guitar is super grungy. And you can't even count how many other groups copied Nirvana's style, especially Bush and Nickelback.

[@RB-jf5ww]

Kurt said the story of the song is about a guys whose girlfriend died and he is depressed about. Going through life always feeling her there wanting to be true and faithful to their love even after she is gone.

[@brianc6352]

It’s amazing how people hear different lyrics than are actually being said.

[@rubit4731]

I always heard “not coming back” but he says “I’m not gonna crack” I guess you hear what hits home. React to papercuts by nirvana

[@timothybush9633]

Hi Asia and BJ, first RIP Kurt, If you really listen to his music it will reveal his true thoughts about his depression and his drug use, I don't care what conspiracy people say it was heroin and other drugs that took him from us

[@cowboixxxl]

Conspiracy people =people who use their brain

[@CaddyJim]

*Asia* look confused throughout whether it was the lyrics or the young men antics going on in the video *Asia* was confused while *BJ* was smiling & nodding along

[@ShonBayne]

I have enjoyed watching BJ really seem to get into whatever music type he listens to! Good music is good music!! Love it!

[@oliverdent3574]

Great reaction guys - honestly nirvana have so many amazing performances, definitely recommend their mtv performance of ‘where did you sleep last night’. Appreciate you guys and have a great day :)

[@Timmy-km8cj]

I loved Nirvana. I missed Kurt 😭. He looks amazing

[@rutssy]

Great song and great reaction!

[@jette24]

When he is in the slow parts.. its a lot of things you should be excited about or show a ton of emotion but its suppressed...when it speeds up he is isnt suppressed he is trying to explain everything all frantic at once

[@marckanthonyfernando997]

I love Nirvana 😁 Rip Kurt Cobain 🖤

[@museysmoderndreadfuls]

ONE of my favorite songs ever, but especially if Im in a mood.

[@Ghoztface]

He got some videos from mtv unplugged accoustic 🔥

[@bellodrade]

The song is structured to illustrate a bipolar disorder. He goes from depressed to frantic in a flash before getting his Lithium dose so he doesn't crack. Paul McCartney called him a genius. That is pretty high praise from such a source.

[@mikeybeeee07]

I've said it like a thousand times but Live at the Paramount was an incredible set. Breed! Dave Grohl can still beat on some drums. Gotta try some Foo Fighters at some point.

[@johnplaysgames3120]

For people who want to watch Dave Grohl absolutely going off on drums on a song where you don't really expect it, check him out in the video for Queens of the Stone Age "No One Knows." For a song with such mellow vocals, Dave's killing it in fast forward on the bridges and hooks.

[@xx-ug9hn]

@@johnplaysgames3120 agree, Grohl’s drumming on Songs for the Deaf is so awesome. He doesn’t drum in Foo Fighters plus they’re the most middle of the road vanilla rock band out there

[@2199SPUDMAN]

He's not saying "I'm not gonna cry"... he's saying "I'm not gonna *crack* "... meaning he's not going to give into his emotions and demons.

[@hugoaralvarez9094]

En verdad como me hubiera gustado estar en un concierto de nirvana esa adrenalina la vos de Kurt, y como tocaban el grupo era una loquera total.

[@davidnoel2977]

The drummer for Nirvana is Dave grohl (may have misspelled his last name) is the lead singer of a band named Foo Fighters. You might like them too

[@bobowrathsovine.]

Kurt said in interviews that his lyrics were open for interpretation. There was usually no definitive meaning to most of Nirvana's songs as a whole but of coarse individual lines or choruses had obvious meaning, not always abstract which is what music can always be as an art form

[@zeldroid5085]

Have you all reacted/seen the "Nirvana - Come as you are" video? One of my favorites from that era. Loving your content, keep it up! ☮

[@NicholasVossVader545]

What's really funny is that the drummer from Nirvana looks like the lead signer from the Foo Fighters.

[@antoniosajulan7999]

More nirvana guy’s please 🙏👏❤️🙂

[@buzzkillington3840]

Tons of Nirvana haters in this world, But a hell of a lot more Nirvana lovers out there, fuck the haters. Nirvana forever!!!

[@wickedPrints3256]

Their drummer looks so much like the lead singer of the Foo Fighters! "I've been looking for Dave Grohl"

[@johnkelley7868]

Oh this is great I'm from Washington state I grew up on all these bands grunge rules don't get me wrong love Metallica and favorite group of all time The Mighty Led Zeppelin but these songs are full of so much anxste and energy I just wanna run a 1,000 mph

[@johnkelley7868]

@@fredtello sorry to offend you snowflake not you don't have to be a part of those little 🤮 movement to apriciate good music I signed on the line live or die by the flag and country I love understand who your insulting before you run your neck

[@earnesac]

I think “I can’t wait to meet you there” you read too much into. I’m 41 and always super excited to see old friends I haven’t met up with in months. So it’s always exciting to see old friends 😂😜

[@PismoDetailing]

@DennisVass I hear you! I'm to the point I dont think any of the stars are who we think they are and they sure as hell didnt die in the ways that we were told.

[@karmannghiaman1041]

Reggae legend Little Roy did an album of Nirvana covers, Lithium probably being the highlight. You should check it out, so familiar but so different.

[@INSPECTORZAP]

Best reactors on KZbin hands down! Just love you guys. So intelligent! :)

[@leecollison8795]

just subbed keep up the good work

[@nauseantrock532]

Excellent tune

[@paulb4604]

For a completely different Nirvana vibe, listen to "Something In The Way". There were a lot of rumors that Kurt wrote it about sleeping under a bridge or something like that.

[@lea88pu]

Billie Eilish reminds me of him...Not musicaly but some vibe she has is very similar..Maybe the darkness inside her and how she pulls you in the song. Captivating people.

[@IMRDP]

Come as you are - my favorite song‼‼‼‼‼

[@stewartmacdonald4913]

And who's on the drums ? the one and only Dave Grohl lead singer for Foo Fighters .

[@joehynes5452]

Nicest guy in rock and roll, savage on the kit

[@G02372]

“My will is good” 😂❤

[@kalasatwater2224]

More Nirvana!!

[@heyskipj]

Where Did You Sleep Last Night," Nirvana unplugged. Finish the triad of Unplugged grunge!

[@anon3780]

Sooooo good

[@chrislc35]

u know the Nirvana drummer here is now the lead singer,writer and guitarist for Foo Fighters right? should check them out, "the pretender" is a good one .

[@darrylbauman3352]

Nirvana is still a shooting star going a million miles an hour.🌠

[@angelo9725]

Straight up song about manic depression… it’s genius how his voice represents the ups and downs of Bipolar disorder (quite and Loud)

[@DanWithPlan]

Yea I like bands where the vocals are more like another instrument

[@jenniferguirado4827]

Asia's to beautiful

[@odiumimbues]

u think he said im not gonna cry, but whats funny is any misheard nirvana lyric is always still in line with the meaning. its like he nailed the context so hard that u can mishear it and it still makes perfect sense.

[@greeneggs16]

One of the greatest. Still a tragedy, was in such pain

[@brandonhall5615]

@2:28 - I would argue that that is a very astute observation.

[@rutssy]

1K likes! Yay!

[@pixiesyay]

Please check out Pixies! Huge admitted influence on Nirvana. Love you guys.

[@tnightwolf]

YEAH YEAH YEA YYYEEEEAAAAHHHH!

[@rwbranger62]

Nirvana MTV UNPLUGGED is a must watch .

[@edcwb3353]

Drug addicts can be really deep and philosophical but unfortunately that same thing that frees their mind also is the death of them too early!

[@TheAtat2012]

Nice 👍 reaction

[@damianreid2452]

You want to react to their live performance of Territorial Pissings from The Jonathan Ross Show from around the same era. Now THAT was good.

[@db1240]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@JoeYo77]

I’m curious which songs and genre you didn’t listen too before that you’ve enjoyed the most on this journey?

[@ginganinja9374]

NEED to react to the Unplugged version of " Where did you sleep last night?" By Nirvana

[@michaelwilber774]

Kurt and the crew sound so much better live. Wild

[@williamkleinline4182]

"I'm not gonna crack" is the phrase.

[@gosugosu1280]

he's singing: "I'm not gonna crack"

[@ravenmasters2467]

Thats not a song its an experience! They had so many bangers but if i absolutely had to pick a fav i think it would be this.

[@aliciasavage6801]

Kurt Cobain has a different way of writing lyrics, many people would misinterpret them when they heard them, that or just not be able to understand them, lol. He was a gifted man, RIP.

[@hvrtful6978]

you have to be a lil broken in the head department to understand his lyrics, but when you do it’s comforting to know someone else has felt that way, it’s a shame 99% of nirvana fans have no clue what he’s actually talking about and are just on the bandwagon 🤷‍♂️

[@silvercje1257]

Y’all should react to nirvana mtv unplugged Man who sold the world

[@van-l-eifel4094]

Try "my curse" by the Afhgan Whigs" to hear a female voice by the only soul based grunge- alternative pioneers and do you diggg into truly deep lyrics: "Hurt me baby, i flinch so when you do"...

[@luna-vr8tu]

5:09 best part

[@lightlantern]

All you need to know about this one is what Lithium is used for & what it does!!

[@miz.beehaven5570]

------STAIND ------ 🎶 outside- 🎶 with Linkin park....live version!!! Plz plz plz! Or same band- something to remind you! Or lost and lonely.... PLZZZZZ

[@pokeyinla]

SiriusXM Channel 34 is named after this song.