First Time Hearing - Bo Burnham ART IS DEAD

[@Charsept]

"This song isn't funny but it helps me sleep at night" That intro says it all right there. Unlike all his other content, this one really is him venting. There's a video called "Bo Burnham on social media" and it's a mix of clips of him explaining why social media isn't great. A good quote from that is 'Social Media is the markets answer for a generation that demanded to perform" and "If you can live your life without an audience, do it"

[@jenjohnson3886]

The effects he used on his voice in All Eyes on Me was just to deepen it. He's had voice lessons since this time and his voice has really improved.

[@kylejones9153]

How do you know he had voice lessons? You’ve heard all his other stuff right? He’s always been able to sing. Or are you one of those that heard his new thing and think you know everything about him?

[@jenjohnson3886]

@@kylejones9153 it's just a guess. I've heard a lot of his older stuff and it just sounded like his voice has improved. Nothing against him.

[@Divinevert]

@@kylejones9153 his singing has definitely progressed throughout his career. It's very very likely he's had vocal training.

[@kilian-one-l]

@@kylejones9153 He may not have had voice lessons, but his voice has definitely improved quite a bit. It's partially his voice maturing though.

[@peterlewis2178]

To be fair, he's always been a good singer, he's just struggled somewhat with singing fully in tune. But his studio recordings have always sounded very professional and been fully in tune. Just look at his Repeat Stuff music video. And while I agree that he seems to have improved over the past years and possibly taken lessons, there's definitely no way to say that all he did was pitch down his voice in All Eyes On Me. Most pitch correction (usually with melodyne) sounds very natural, and few people if anyone would be able to tell if it was used. Not to mention that using pitch correction is basically just a natural part of the modern vocal production pipeline.

[@Deeplycloseted435]

Bo is THAT DUDE. Musically, his singing and song writing just keep getting better and better. Oh, and that’s outside of being a successful comedian. Just dripping with talent.

[@Global_Unity]

Good for you for putting yourself out of your comfort zone. Glad you did as you're a humble, thoughtful person and you're adding value our lives. Keep it up mate!

[@poloreacts27]

Thank you!

[@stevengold]

You say you're not a deep guy but you definitely got it! Bo's got some deep stuff but some of it's pretty straight forward (especially the older stuff) so don't stress about missing a deeper meaning haha. 90% of people who react to Bo just say "haha, that was funny guys, anyways like and subscribe" thats actually the reason for the laugh track in All Eyes On Me, it's a reference to all the people that have laughed while he's saying some serious stuff cause it goes over their head lol

[@poloreacts27]

Thank you for the compliment and for watching!

[@indigorune]

Just wanted to say you are doing great. So good job stepping outside your comfort zone! Reactions are fun to watch when the person actually adds a conversation to what they are watching. So many channels don't add anything to what they are watching. Excited to see more!

[@poloreacts27]

Thank you so much!!

[@coldfusionbeam]

I've seen a couple of your videos so far, and I was shocked when I saw how recent your first video was. You've got a really professional vibe and setup. Good stuff, my dude 🔥.

[@poloreacts27]

Wow, thank you!

[@coldfusionbeam]

Bet 👍🏽

[@pivotman243]

you gotta do "how the world works" by Bo its one of his best newer works

[@YNergy]

LOVE that one!

[@orvilleredenpiller338]

“I’m not a super deep guy.” As I get older, I realize that 80-90% of “deep things” are people wanting to read much more meaning into things than is actually there. You’re fine.

[@Jesstryfox]

So glad you’re reacting to Bo! He is amazing. Just a viewers opinion, if you can, try to not pause so frequently? It’s difficult to enjoy you enjoy him if his jokes/points/statements are constantly cut off in the middle. Letting his work play out for a little in between your pauses helps the flow for the viewer. It would also allow you to get a better understanding of the point he is making. Literally just a humble opinion. Can’t wait to see more!

[@poloreacts27]

No offense taken. All valid points I'm new to this and I appreciate your feedback

[@Jesstryfox]

@@poloreacts27 ☺️you’re doing awesome! I am still finding the courage to put my face in front of a camera. Thanks for reacting to such an awesome human!

[@timpwhit]

@@poloreacts27 I have to agree with her. While it can be tricky to offer constructive criticism without coming across as trying to tell a creator how to run their channel--due to the multitude of trolls who can be found online--I do occasionally like to speak up to a promising new creator who seems to accept feedback, and just offer my two cents. I've watched a LOT of reaction videos since the pandemic began (as I'm sure a lot of people have), and pausing after virtually every line makes a video very hard to watch and enjoy. There were some perceptive points made, but at times it seemed like you were stopping just to explain what the words meant, rather than wait a little longer to gain context and give your interpretation of the lyrics' deeper meaning, and your opinion in terms of where the song is going, etc. On the positive side, as a fellow introvert I admire you for stepping out of your comfort zone. Looking forward to more. Also, I'd suggest checking out an Australian musical comedian named Tim Minchin, whom Bo has stated was an influence on him when first starting out. Here's one of my favorite of his videos titled "Prejudice": kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYexkGOnq9qbntk Just another humble opinion lol.

[@poloreacts27]

@@timpwhit One of the reasons content creators pause so much is because so many of these reaction videos get blocked by the original owner of the content. Not this artist but most. Even though its protected under fair use if we let the video play for to long they may block the video for copyright violation. Most of my videos are flagged and I have to do a dispute every other video or so which is draining. But I get what you're saying and I agree with your critique which is why I'm not offended. Trust me I'm much harder on myself than you guys are and this takes some getting use to. I never watched reaction videos prior to this so I'm learning the niche. I appreciate your feedback.

[@DetroitNickel]

@@poloreacts27 I disagree! Pause as much as you need to to both get the entire understanding at your pace, as well as to give us your commentary. If we didn't want it to be interrupted we should watch the official uninterrupted video, not a reaction. This is what we're here for!

[@78aicoped]

You nailed it. He is the most self aware person I have ever listened to on the internet.

[@ThisisStephennn]

Yes! Please, more bo Burnham. I suggest "welcome to the internet" next. Or, "can't handle this (kanye rant)". Loving your channel so far.

[@ThisisStephennn]

I make music. No need to react to it but if you wanna check something out thatd be dope. Love your channel so far. Excited to watch this grow

[@poloreacts27]

Thank you!

[@d22268]

"Rolling in dough" refers to rolling in money, because people sometimes refer to money as dough

[@cicelyhodges6577]

Some of his other good - and more comedic - works are "From God's Perspective," "How the World Works," and "Rant."

[@jenjohnson3886]

He actually sang this song once in front of a bunch of comedians

[@caistigh2062]

Was this that green room performance? I remember seeing it as part of the whole thing.. I didn't click that this video was it for some reason though..

[@jenjohnson3886]

@@caistigh2062 yes you are correct I was referring to the Green Room. This is not the same performance merely the same song.

[@caistigh2062]

@@jenjohnson3886 Ohhh right, I was thrown for a second, I haven't watched that video in so long I wasn't sure. I didn't remember the footage of it being this good

[@jeremylackey6587]

God, no wonder he was having panic attacks on stage. Fuck that. 😆

[@D0nut42]

He sings well enough to get his messages across. If he wasn't a comedian, I don't know that his singing would carry him to the fame he has now.

[@TheJstroud24]

Bo is really a generational talent who’s his own worst enemy.

[@sammurphy3343]

He really did create his own style of comedy with music. Talented dude.

[@klanana4147]

You should definitely do a Bo series - you should also watch his special 'what.' which is one of the most brilliant shows ever written...

[@AlexofZippo]

8:18 I think also, more generally, it costs a LOT of money to put on a production. Crew, booking the stage, setting the stage, sound, recording, advertising to get people out of the home and into the seats... it can cost upwards of five figures, easy. A year's salary for someone on minimum wage. And artists spend that regularly because they want to perform. Art is selfish, in that way. We spend time and money that could be used elsewhere in pursuit of creating something that'll stand the test of time rather than uplifting the needy.

[@MeganTheLibrarian3]

Yay for more Bo! Both of the songs you've listened to so far are technically from comedy specials that he's done. His specials are usually a mix of songs and other bits, some funnier and others more serious, but usually a combination of both. If you want to check out some that are more traditionally funny, I'd suggest Lower Your Expectations and Straight White Man. Very little of his work looks like traditional stand-up. It's all very theatrical and technically complicated (for example Right Brain Left Brain and We Think We Know You). Hope you continue to check out more of his stuff! Really loving your reactions so far!

[@SkizzlWizzl]

3:12 “this chorus with art is dead, I think I know we’re he might be going with this, he’s about to get into something about art” bruh. I like you big dawg but this shit had me rolling. Like what could have possibly given you that idea. Lmfaoo

[@YNergy]

You said you really like artists like this - have you ever checked out Tim Minchin? He is amazing and I THINK he is someone Bo was influenced by. (Prejudice, If I Didn't Have You, and lullaby are all really good, IMO.) LOVE your reactions!

[@yannickb.8807]

cool reaction, i just dont think pausing after every line just to reiterate what he just said makes much sense though, kind of just interrupts the flow of the video in my opinion

[@poloreacts27]

If reactors don’t pause the video the video might not get past restrictions

[@DetroitNickel]

Subbed for Bo!

[@poloreacts27]

Thanks for watching Nickel

[@ilgridiron1]

Bo was 31 in your first reaction. 20 in this one. His material is great. It sounds like you’re new to reaction channels. Kudos for jumping out of your comfort zone. I would suggest 25 pauses in a video that is a 2:30 is too frequent. I like your analysis but I think it would work better if you let a little more of the video play then spoke about it (as opposed to a line by line analysis). Just a thought.

[@pink_alligator]

The pausing isn't a problem, you Should pause (if you just wanna watch the video they should just watch the real video) it's a lot better than talking over and missing stuff or being the parody of a reaction channel just sitting silent during the whole video with no input. truly breaking copyright law And this is a reaction thing, we want to see the reactions and you don't if you well then you're more a review channel

[@writingalias4401]

some early suggestions for you, since you are now 2 songs into this series. I'm sure us 'Bolievers' will tune in. 'My whole family thinks I'm gay' - its his origin story 'Welcome to The Internet' - Poignant, very recent 'Sad' - just a good comedy song conan obrien set - its a short set that displays a few of bo's skills. Although, the song he chooses at the end is an odd choice to me (it's sort of mid) loves!

[@jenjohnson3886]

I think he was nineteen or so in this

[@bdmatsterrr]

He directed a feature film also, 8th grade. Really good movie

[@laynestj]

Your observations are interesting and, I do believe, spot-on. Great job!

[@paulroland5053]

Random thought as he talking about artists and how they are revered in today's world. Some of the greatest artists who's names we know today (wether painters or writers) died poor and relatively unknown. The appreciation of their work by future generations is what made their name. Makes you wonder what great artists are out there but get lost in the ocean of content. There's an Edgar Allen Poe out there somewhere who will never be a household name, and van Gogh's whose painting will never sell at all, let alone be worth millions. I suppose that's the gift and curse of art being a subjective value.

[@mysticum9342]

that's from his first live HBO special "WORDS WORDS WORDS" he was just 19yo. No gimmicks, that's just his voice. He's been performing since he was like 12.

[@TracyKelton]

He performed this in front of some of the most successful comedians of today when he was 20 years old. They didn't seem to appreciate it, lol

[@QuestionableLifeChoices]

yeah no he CAN sing very well, but his voice is obviously not as deep as it was in 'all eyes on me.' bo's said his voice isn't as good as he would like so he uses the autotune effects to help him reach certain notes but you can still tell when it's a good or a bad singer using it and bo is very obviously a good singer

[@brando8770]

Oh man you’re gonna love Bo

[@jemxs]

I've been watching a few of your Bo reactions and have enjoyed them so far, like your demeanor. You may like to check out some Tim Minchin, he was a big influence on Bo and does musical comedy with amazing piano skills and sometimes backed with a full orchestra. He is extremely intelligent, witty, sarcastic and very good singer. He does both comedy songs and serious songs and also acts and written two award winning Broadway musicals!

[@ryguyw1]

Everything Bo is welcome. I am sure you will be doing “Kanye Rant” soon 🤙🏼

[@poloreacts27]

I did it few days ago and I’m waiting on approval from the owners of the video. Could take 30 days which sucks.

[@DaedalusX86]

Subscribed, please do some more from his special inside

[@poloreacts27]

I will

[@kylejones9153]

@@poloreacts27 most of these ppl only know that special. You need to start with his earlier stuff and build up to inside It explains a lot of the stuff he talks about on inside

[@haraldisdead]

My favorite people are welloff people who recognize their class ... position. (I don't really like the word "privilege.) It makes the daily toil more bearable.

[@melaniewilliams6740]

You pause quickly and often. It will not serve you. Otherwise, I like you.

[@poloreacts27]

Thanks checking out the video

[@kurtilein3]

Bo Burnham is just crazy talented. In the clip you just did, he is 19 or 20. Core strengths are obviously the writing, then composing it for piano and voice, and performance. Now he also does video editing and directing, but these are less important skills. I suggest you do the sad song next. I mean the song called "Sad".

[@Femtastico]

Love this reaction, im glad you have found Bo :-D

[@brandonybarra6595]

Gotta check out "i'm bo yo" by bo burnham. Hes purposely akward but bars for days. Lol. Little more on the comedy side and from the super early days of KZbin. But its great and what got him here. Worth a listen.

[@Lamp37820]

If you watch his special, What, it opens with a home recording of him as a very young child. The woman holding the camera gets his attention and he immediately begins singing old McDonald. He shows that he has been performing since basically forever and as he got older he grew to hate himself for seeking that attention.

[@griftgfx]

I think you're on track. There's criticism of the medium in here, but it's also self aware and about the guilt that comes with that awareness.

[@donaldcase4716]

It's amazing you are stepping out of your comfort zone. I've thought about doing reactions but just not comfortable. I love that you also fell into the Bo Burnham rabbit hole off of a damn Google search. Your channel is great btw.

[@dennispugh7368]

I just want a bar head to break down Words, Words, Words!!! Everyone misses 90% of his bars 😅

[@mama_nez]

Love your channel bro, looking forward to more Bo, and would also love to see you check out some twenty one pilots, I recommend their track, Car Radio to start with. Can't wait to follow your journey

[@ssrrss321]

Maaan you pause just enough to miss so much

[@Armchair_conservative]

Sorry, Bro. I can’t handle the constant pausing. Best of luck man

[@mrwidestrides4802]

I remember seeing Bo on KZbin late 0,s. Very talented from a young age.

[@TheJokingGlitch]

He also wrote and directed a movie called Eighth Grade in 2018 he really is multitalented

[@savannarandolph]

This suggestion isn't a comedy suggestion but it is a deep song suggestion, you should really check out runaway by aurora live at the noble peace prize concert . She has such a gorgeous unique voice, and in the video I'm recommending she's only 19!

[@webdrude]

nuance: we don't treat artists like royalty. we treat celebrity like royalty.

[@KB_-_]

This was more of a breakdown-type video than a reaction. It does seem he’s liking Bo which is good.

[@poloreacts27]

That’s an interesting take. Can you explain the difference of why it’s not both? I’m genuinely interested

[@KB_-_]

@@poloreacts27 It probably is a bit of both 👍 The first few comments seemed to be breaking down the meaning of the lyrics… more so than your personal reaction. Both are cool! Personally I love people seeing people discover talent like Bo and enjoy (hopefully) seeing their own enjoyment… and seeing someone get to think about a topic in a new way. Gotta work those positive vibes into my life :)

[@jablesboogley]

I don't like being on camera either, I only do it because it offers another dimension to what I can do.

[@renaebow4081]

This is his comedy these songs are clips from his shows. He is a genius of our generation in my opinion!

[@saadesigner07]

Bo is a good singer. His early stuff is kinda rough, but has gotten much better over the years.

[@tht.1grl]

Check out another song of his called Eff

[@mikeredd8833]

Lol bo is the human version of Marianas trench #deep also technically. You have seen his comedy. These songs are supposed to be funny. They just hit different.

[@leavemealoneimjustfreespirted]

You really need to watch Save the Planet George Carlin 😳

[@taylormartin107]

Yup you nailed this one

[@kdrecords4562]

If you like Bo’s work, you might like this edit I made using clips from his show "Zach Stone Is Gonna Be Famous" set to his song "Goodbye" (from the "Inside" special): kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6rUiqd5bNiUeq8

[@silor69]

try Bo Burnhams "Oh Bo" and "im bo yo"

[@poloreacts27]

I'll try to get to it. I have supporter first (link in description) request then the other half I pick music I'm interested in but never got in to.

[@billwillis5719]

Great reaction.

[@jasonrogers1752]

thank you

[@DavidSmith-cc5hk]

How TF have you not reacted to From God's Perspective by Bo?!

[@RoseKeely]

Watch the repeat stuff music video from Bo Burnham.

[@smokey_joe5093]

You’ve seen his comedy this is it his specials are songs

[@JesterTBP]

Pause every 5 seconds.....it's great

[@SCUZZI87]

Please do Bo Burnham - Rant!

[@quintinpeixoto139]

Mo Bo Fo Show!

[@poloreacts27]

Just posted

[@MrProthall]

What a stupid comment about him not being a good singer because he uses effects... Kanye made a career out of that too, somehow nobody complains.

[@breakdancinfool]

You should listen more than you talk. You talk way too much. You stopped this video EVERY SECOND. Jesus you just missed an entire important lyric because youre too busy blabbing

[@bestboyholland3217]

Its a reaction and he does that probably because of copyright. Also with bo it's better to pause and listen to his lyrics

[@whiplashc.73]

real talk tho, your intro is really similar to mediocre tutorials and reviews, you take inspiration from him?

[@antoinedabesthello8725]

Please stop pausing the damn video every 3 seconds

[@mattstyles2498]

Hmm seems like u at least at this point didnt know of comedy music. U can write a funny song. Ur listening to his comedy that's y u find it funny.

[@sourabhkatti]

This is a bad reaction, hope you've got better now

[@mikeywasabi1787]

You pause way too much bro just to add nothing to the conversation lmao. is it *that* important to stretch the video to 10 minutes?

[@georgedrury5350]

Pause

[@FrostyFeet2018]

Bro stop pausing after every word

[@ALLrobotsAreSad]

You PAUSE way too much, too early, and a lot the times and to saying anything except the obvious, like “ok he’s playing the piano”. And for that I’m out.

[@meteorjuice4088]

Sorry I don’t think you pause enough when you’re reacting to this

[@ynothavefun2399]

Way to many pauses

[@randombystander693]

I personally suggest you react to Bo's song Channel 5 News.