First Time Hearing | Gorillaz - Feel Good Inc Official Video Reaction

[@alliedchucker]

Gorillaz is 2 people. Damon Albarn does the music and Jamie Hewlett does the animation. when they tour they put screens on stage and project the animations on to them. when they tour they hire other musicians to fill in the other instruments for Damon. they are a completely unique "band".

[@robertjencks3679]

To add to this, I would say they are truly the animated band with some persistent and some transient real world artists. They have a pseudo dread pirate Robert's element to them in that sense.

[@ShinKyuubi]

That screen tech has been used for other animated singers. Hatsune Miku concerts are done using this same thing..and man those concerts have a LOT of people in the audience. Nintendo did the same thing with the Squid Sisters Calie and Marie from Splatoon when they did a real world concert.

[@joshuastrickland5264]

That is so cool. That idea is so cool that I think this is my absolute favorite band.

[@7ellas1]

Gorillaz is just so ridiculously good

[@markmitera4521]

They were also the first band to hold two simultaneous concerts in two separate hemispheres of the world.

[@TabbyCatTalks]

"On Melancholy Hill" is without a doubt my favorite song by them, a beautiful and relaxing musical experience

[@mikeyrae121]

if you like that one you should try out "Revolving Doors" its a similar chill vibe id say, and the bass really hits different

[@tomc4311]

You should give Sad Night Dynamite a listen. Really big Gorillaz vibes

[@ZegarmistrzShen]

Mate, wait, ain't we first gonna tell him about Stylio? You know, make the story one by one?

[@DomR1997]

@@mikeyrae121 let's talk about Phoenix.

[@mikeyrae121]

@@DomR1997 like the band?, iconic, though i only know two of their songs. mad respect though

[@thedhev]

"Dare" and "19-2000" are two fun, upbeat sounds from them. Plus, you get two versions of Noodle's voice in your ears!

[@jasonharter4876]

Was a big fan of this album. I liked every song. opposite to upbeat and fun was gravity. That song was dope.

[@designerfetus797]

Agree full heartedly, Dare is a great song, to help along the rabbit hole, that Saturnbarz, an Doncamatic.

[@jasonharter4876]

@@designerfetus797 I like the entire album. introducing it to my friends they were very very hesitant at first. For some reason Gorillaz is like coffee. You have to grow accustomed to how different it is from other things youve drank. M1A1 is another good one. We could probably have a multiple hour convo about how good this group really is lol. Some think the lyrics make no sense on the surface, but if you realllly pay attention, its deep af.

[@RobGamesOn]

I agree with both songs... but the 19-2000 (Soul Child Remix) should be the one to listen to. Noodle is my favorite "member" of the band. She's a total badass.

[@thejerg]

@@RobGamesOn 100% you have to listen to that remix of 19-2000

[@NeilBlanco]

Saw them live here in Sydney a few years ago. They were absolutely brillilant! And yes you're right, it's De La Soul. They actually came out and did a set and opened the show before coming back on with Gorillaz. The whole band was on the stage but in the dark with amazing visuals projected behind them. The lead singer is Damon Albarn from Blur. Great gig... ✌

[@monkeyflower3851]

In addition to De La Soul's involvement, this track was produced by Dangermouse. So yeah, it's no accident that this song sounds so good.

[@lebowski3748]

Wait Dangermouse produced this? Sick. The more you know...

[@stephenjacobs5916]

If there's ever been one song by the Gorillaz that should definitely be heard at least once I would say that song is "Kids with Guns". It's one of my all time favorite songs to listen to by them.

[@bmeggs19]

My favorite, the rare single release.

[@ReQuest17]

That is a good song. My favorite Gorillaz song is Empire Ants, but they have so many great tracks.

[@FalteredGreed]

Kids with guns or November has come definitely are my favorites

[@YAGB]

rhinestone eyes and stylo too

[@BananaBlub17]

@@YAGB staying on the same album, how do you feel about "To Binge"?

[@SUflyfshn-YT]

Trugoy the Dove from De La Soul. Good eye/ear. I believe you would love the rest of their catalog. You should definitely check out mor from their debut Album Clint Eastwood but, honestly any project you will like.

[@markgoguen8698]

Not sure if this was a type or not, but their debut album was not titled Clint Eastwood, it was just self-titled. Trying to avoid any possible confusion.

[@SUflyfshn-YT]

@@markgoguen8698 it was I meant That had Clint Eastwood. Lol first album definitely self titled

[@magich8ball]

Trugoy and Pos

[@SUflyfshn-YT]

@@magich8ball thanks definitely hate stupid auto correct

[@magich8ball]

@@SUflyfshn-YT I got you fam

[@ddbanks8290]

The “main” guy in the band was also really successful with a band called Blur. They had a big rivalry with Oasis in the 90. Good band

[@wbertino80]

I hope he ends up going down the Blur trail.

[@stephenqualtrough7322]

I think there should definitely be some Blur reactions on here Although completely different the songwriting genius is still evident even in the slightly derided Country House that hit big in the UK. I still find it hilarious

[@colin7879]

With "some band called blur"... I feel so damn old now 😪

[@neku6970]

Rhinestone Eyes, El Manana, On Melancholy Hill, man they just good these guys'll let you know Edit: For reference, El Mañana is the thematic sequel to this song. Takes place right after I believe.

[@KhawChing]

Love the catch of De La. I can still remember buying their album 3 Feet High and Rising my senior year in high school. Love the reactions!

[@dene39]

3 feet high was a must have album, so innovative

[@chriswhinery925]

For the next song maybe try "Dare", it was another enormous hit for them.

[@DanPyjamas]

Not sure of this is widely known or not, but for the benefit of people who may not; the track was originally called "There" but Shaun Ryder when he sang, made it sound like "Dare" so they changed the name.

[@cyberash3000]

Why Don though lot recommend recommend their newer stuff its always the same old stuff

[@thethespianx9185]

It DAAAAAARE

[@arcticbanana66]

@@DanPyjamas The "Demon Days" CD also had an interactive element if you put it in your DVD player or computer, where you could explore Gorillaz's headquarters, which referenced that. When you call the elevator it goes "It's coming up, it's coming up, it's coming up, it's there."

[@excrono]

@@DanPyjamasI feel like “Dare” is a perfect title thematically for this album.

[@blytheguy7510]

Gorillaz are more of a collaborative concept band than anything else. They bring in musicians from all genres to add to or feature in. Each song is a unique creation. To see them further their image you should check out a live performance of their songs. They did a DVD back in the day from their Demon Dayz(2nd studio album) tour. They basically perform the entire album plus a few extra tracks (HONK KONG is amazing) live. And for every single song they bring out a guest singer, musicians, and even a choir to perform the music. It was an official recording so the sound is quality.

[@AJ_Plays1]

Gorillaz music is really unique and it's hard to define them as a genre sometimes. If you wanna look at something interesting by them, you should listen to Saturn's Barz, November Has Come (No Music Video), or Dare (Crazy Different).

[@dancer004]

Dare is a forever favorite of mine

[@blakec8549]

Dare and Saturn Barz are my go to Gorillaz songs

[@katstorm13]

If you have a vr headset there's a 360° video for Saturnz Barz. I get motion sick easily so had a bit of an issue midway through but it's really cool!

[@colinedmunds2238]

“Nevember Has Come” live works as a video

[@jameso7826]

Saturn's Barz is one of my all time favorites, I second this.

[@3DJapan]

Their video for "Stylo" has Bruce Willis in it, with the animated characters.

[@lewzo3092]

It's always fun to watch Gorillaz reactions. I hope there's more on the way.

[@pauvretori]

Yes, it IS De La Soul!!! So glad you’re enjoying Gorillaz it is my favorite. I came from the encanto videos and I was so happy to find that you watched this too

[@multieyedmyr]

You honestly can’t go wrong with the gorillaz. Demon Days is great, Welcome to the World of the Plastic Beach ft Snoop Dogg is another.

[@heman5954]

Fire coming out of the monkey's head is another great.

[@multieyedmyr]

@@heman5954 yaasss. More of a spoken word poem then a full song tho.

[@andreassmed2255]

It’s still great tho.

[@crikeythesplund]

When Daman Albern started the Gorillaz his musical references were The Specials and Massive Attack.

[@steveg7066]

Yes it is De La Soul

[@loyalbdog]

Lead singer Damon Albarn does perform live on tours and other places and originally was part of a music group called Blur, who was big rivals with the Brother duo Noel and Liam Gallagher's Oasis. And yes that was De la Soul.

[@RyanTravis23]

This song definitely IS iconic! And I say that as a music snob, historian, and old head. 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@JakShadow]

It is actually De La Soul

[@thelegendaryfk7922]

I would be very surprised if you have not heard “Dare” from this group before it has gotten so much radio play over the years i even heard it at Applebee’s the other day

[@Heiryuu]

Him listening to a live version of “dare” would be a fucking riot

[@thelegendaryfk7922]

@@Heiryuu I kinda want to see him react to it now LOL

[@MrChoobsabre]

@@Heiryuu uh ohhhh

[@katstorm13]

@@Heiryuu I think most every live version I've seen Shaun Ryder is drunk lol.

[@Sheepdog_Alpha]

I was very surprised that he hadn't ever heard Feel Good Inc. or a number of other songs that he has reacted to. It's like these reactors didn't exist on this planet until they made a react channel.

[@tracebernal7727]

“To binge” is definitely my favorite song by them but this is a close second

[@HappyMcPunchface]

I love Gorillaz music since the early 2000s, definitely gonna have to check out "Tomorrow Comes Today," "On Melancholy Hill," "19-2000," "Tranz," "Humility," "The Pink Phantom ft. Elton John & 6LACK," or basically their whole discography...lol

[@loveinlatin]

"Tomorrow Comes Today," "On Melancholy Hill," and "19-2000" are top tier

[@wylielemasters5889]

That first album is so crazy as it crosses so many genre

[@robertpetre9378]

Jamie Hewlett’s artwork is fantastic he did a lot of stuff on tank girl in the 90s

[@zzav2345]

3 good songs from Gorillaz that i recomend is "Stylo", "Tomorrow comes Today" and "Dare"

[@antihero414]

Stylo is my favorite Gorillaz track of all time. Plastic Beach is such a phenomenal album,

[@Klipse11]

Stylo is one of those songs you can just put on repeat.

[@codysatterfield1596]

It sounds instantly iconic because it is iconic. Gorillaz is the OG

[@TheRustyGuitarist]

This song is amazing. I believe they're a virtual band, so they're only represented by their avatars. The singer is also in s band called Blur.

[@punkypony5165]

"Instantly iconic" yeah I'd say that's the best way to describe Feel Good Inc. I love your takes on music.

[@stefonrandle9107]

Gorillaz is so hard to describe to people because each song is different sometimes just stylistically and sometimes a completely different genre. Everybody has songs they love from them and if you played them side by side it wouldn't sound like the same band.

[@kga1196]

I love Gorillaz. It's a trip listening to old Blur songs bc u immediately realize it's Damon. There's one album they created in 31 or so days using sounds recorded from an ipad and other devices. Granted it was professionally mixed in a studio which people fail to mention

[@onebigtentdweller9603]

One of my favorite Gorillaz songs. I can't wait to see you explore their catalog. I would say check out 19-2000 next.

[@user-op2bh7rc9z]

“Instantly iconic” after just hearing the baseline. Sounds about right.

[@jefflace4949]

First, this is my favorite Gorillas song. I would suggest "El Manana" as it's another favorite is mine. As for this song, my take, without paying particularly close attention, has been that the song has two sides. The first is the verse part that has this dark, grimy, industrial feel. It's the "Feel Good, Inc." part, an industry that is marketing happiness. 'We can sell you happiness' sort of deal. That can be products or overly produced music or drugs. Of course, these things can't make you happy. The reverse is the chorus, where the singer is happy. He's not a consumer, he's just out in the world enjoying what life has to offer and making his own simple music. His music is clean and light and soothing... it's pure. My interpretation is the cliche idea of the capitalist rat race. Maybe I'm way off base, but it's just the vibe I get.

[@DelatoDarion]

that is indeed De La Soul~! Good catch! Gorillaz is my absolute favorite band and it's fun to see someone catch them for the first time~ They pretty much almost always have a featured artidt in their dongs but don't always credit them in the early albums, unsure why. You can't go wrong with any of their songs, but some other favorites of mine are Hong Kong, Andromeda, Dare, Rock the House, Doncamatic, Bobby in Pheonix, Rhinestone Eyes, Busted and Blue; and honestly I can keep going listing their songs, because they are unique and incredible.

[@mrdeadlybootz5414]

Exactly the reaction I wanted. Probably the truest thing I've ever heard is how the song really is just bopable. Along with that chorus just working it's just, wow.

[@laurag.g.2973]

Yes, Damon Albarn and De La Soul. Huge hit, this song. I love Gorillaz.

[@aaronbarrett5061]

Just got in from work mate, I love this song, reminds me of my teenage years, the beat always made me feel like I had to walk to it and I'd feel a strange sense of bravery walking through dark alleys. Funny how the mind works when you're young and inexperienced in the world 😂👍

[@andrewbarnett84]

This song was part of a Music Video story that had I think five songs in total. At the end of this one you see helicopters chasing Noodle on the windmill floating Island, I can't remember the exact sequence of Videos but 'There/DARE', is next or the one previous to this. The concept of using cartoon versions of their individual portrayed band-member, was used to great effect on stage when they had huge mechanical versions of some of them move around. Loved Gorillaz from the moment I first heard them, even bought the CD's.

[@illson2019]

I'm so glad you got De La Soul. I get so frustrated with reaction videos and no one recognizes them. It's also crazy you said 2D that's the name of the animated lead singer. The guy behind the music is Damon Albarn. And he recruits artists from all different genres of music. A Gorillaz concert will have a giant screen with the animated band on it. And Damon will have a band onstage and bring out all the different guest.... You should check out "STYLO" FEAT Bobby Womack and Mos Def next

[@playlistb3795]

Gorillaz was definitely on alt rock radio when I grew up all the time. They are a great mix of rock and rap that helped build my taste in music

[@michaeljustice124]

The bass line on this track is sick!

[@steviekc9057]

Gorillaz was my son's first big stadium concert. It was super cool, you could see the band and the orchestra but it was screens of LEDs coming from the ceiling down to the floor and it was completely mind-blowing. Everything was animated. He'll always be able to say his first real concert was an animated band lol

[@chriscoombes6751]

There are so many great tracks to pick from with Gorillaz, so I hope you keep this journey going! My personal favorite though has to be 'Stylo', and such an epic video too!

[@katstorm13]

I dressed up as Cyborg Noodle for Halloween one year. Had the bullet hole and everything!

[@alexhopps1826]

The original live performances i saw on tv in the early 2000s thr band was playing in the shadows, but when i saw them live in 2018 the animations were on some of the big screens and the actual band was being displayed on some of the other screens. That was a special day

[@TheChick24]

No one ever talks about it, but "Fire coming out of the monkeys head" is such a great unique track!

[@42Mrgreenman]

A million times YES! The late Dennis Hopper had such an amazing and ominous voice on that track! Probably the track I listened to the most off of Demon Days. Or at least it was the reason I listened to the album all the way through to hear Fire Coming Out, and it being the 13th track speaks to how amazing the whole album is, even though Fire is basically just spoken word with a back beat...

[@MichaelTaylor-qp2xf]

Having seen Gorillaz in 2017 or 2018, they often have a stage covered in musicians due to the variety of music that they need to produce, with a large video screen above / behind the stage to present the animated band / videos.

[@notmychannelname42]

My favorite song from Gorillaz has always been Tomorrow Comes Today from their first album. However, November has come from Demon Dayz is also a great one and it has MF DOOM in it.

[@Caderynwolf]

Oh, and M1A1 by Gorillaz is also an interesting one, the start of the song essentially uses the opening scene/music for Day of the Dead (when they landed the helicopter), complete with the loudspeaker shouting "hello, is anyone there" leading into the song.

[@aeolussvichi7680]

I’d recommend the arts from Serg Tankian. That man’s got range and has done a lot of different styles of music and collaborated with damn near everyone to make a song or two, and his original works are equally phenomenal.

[@honorsilverthorne7227]

I'd recommend the entire SOAD catalogue while I was at it. 💜💖💙💚

[@coreyphillips4114]

"Tomorrow Comes Today" Is a haunting song. Also, There is a segment from the MTV Music Video Awars Where they were on Stage singing with Madonna. That was epic as far as interaction with Holographs go.

[@puppy_drummer]

I'd recommend you listen to the song DARE next.

[@christiantidball6121]

The first time I heard of Gorillaz I was traveling with the radio on and happened to be caller 10 to answer Toni Basil as the artist of "Micky". The guy from the radio said he didn't have a prize, but he'd find something. He gave me the Gorillaz CD they sent to his radio station. I became a fan by the time I got home.

[@audiochicky]

Please do Gorillaz - STYLO. It's incredible, but try not to get distracted by the music video!

[@multieyedmyr]

Stylo is great!

[@martinpascual3558]

Damon Albarn who does all the music and is the lead vocalist was also the lead vocalist for the band Blur. Crazy talented guy.

[@TheZombieNoodle2]

If I could throw my recommendation in the hat, I would definitely check out "Dare" and "Stylo". Either one is a banger for sure. Either way, great video. Keep up the great work.

[@bryit1817]

MFdoom I think is the name you're looking for. I'm STOAKED to watch you hear these guys for the 1st time. I've been a fan for a decade + but watching you listen to them for the first time is heartwarming. Thank you for sharing these moments with us and enjoy.

[@elleofmusic]

I remember the first time I heard this song and saw the video back when it first dropped. I was like 13, and it was seriously one of those epic defining moments that feels honestly life-altering, at least as far as establishing my taste in music from then on. So iconic. They have such a hypnotic quality to their songs that I can never get enough of. Clint Eastwood, Kids With Guns, Rhinestone Eyes, and Superfast Jellyfish are my other favorites of theirs.

[@bobloblaw7972]

You should try “5/4”. To me it’s one of those iconic tracks in 5/4 time that proves how fire you can make that beat.

[@CSpang253]

Stylo is a vibe and GREAT video. Lyrics I'd say so-so but worth a watch.

[@CallumHattingh]

Yes De La Soul was featured on this. Coincidentally Deltron3030 is the backbone for this entire album, Dan the Automater produced and engineered, Del the funky homosapien rapped, and Kid Koala scratched. If you like this you would love Deltron3030, Del, Dan the Automater, kid koala, Handsome Boy Modelling School and a ton of other projects which are amazing.

[@3DJapan]

I have seen one live performance on a video by them but normally they're animated. Even when they were performing on stage with Madonna for the Grammy Awards.

[@TropicalHat420]

Gorillaz being my favorite musicians since early 2000s its so damn hard to pinpoint what songs I want to recommend. I love a lot of their mainstream songs and have some deep cuts I love. The basics: Dare Stylo Rhinestone Eyes 19-2000 My faves: Let Me Out (Feat. Pusha T) Tomorrow Comes Today Plastic Beach Kids With Guns Hong Kong (live performance) possibly one of my top songs, hopefully you get around to more of any of their music.

[@NetAndyCz]

This is one of few Gorillaz's songs that stuck with me, but I absolutely love it.

[@OldGrumpyGamers]

They do occasional live performances (search "Gorillaz - 'Feel Good Inc' LIVE at Boomtown Fair Festival 2018"); the band is largely comprised of former members of Blur.

[@juldragon1]

This song does feature De La Soul. Their album was nominated for a Grammy in 2006 for Best Music Video and Record of the Year and won for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals. - Wikipedia They were pretty big that year.

[@kozekyto]

This is the first video of yours that I've come across. You've got such a wise and calming demeanor and I'm loving it. Keep it up, my man. Loving it.

[@patjackson8649]

It's giving me pure joy seeing you enjoying this band that I so love. I have the windmill and "take it all in on your stride" tattooed on my shoulder. Please do some deep dives into their albums and discover that Gorillaz is, really, their own genre

[@MessyJessy123]

I used to listen to this back in high school. Thank you for reminding me how great it still is.

[@Monstein]

This is one of the songs in my "I am having a bad head day" as it always makes me feel better.

[@adamstefanini6275]

Gorillaz is not just a band group but a collaboration of many different artists into a single animated band group

[@oldeskul]

Gorillaz innovated the audio-visual style that bands now use in concerts. 19-2000, Dare, Fire Coming Out of the Monkey's Head and Stylo are all good songs by them.

[@zackgeldhof1206]

There are live performances that feature the actual live artists, but there are also "live" performances of the cartoon bands that make use of projector screens that is always fun to watch!

[@hyp3rsora]

YES it’s De La Soul (black medallion, no gold)! I just recommended this song on your Clint Eastwood post! 😂 This is one of their more popular songs. Their concerts consist of a giant screen with the animation playing as they group performs. They’re amazing live!

[@jaimieconroy36]

Feel Good Inc. is my favorite Gorillaz song. I remember when thi song came out in 2005. I heard it on an "alternative" radio station, and I just had to buy the CD Demon Dayz. I like their style and enjoyed listening to the Demon Dayz all the way thru.

[@imjfarley01]

Yaaas! So glad you did this one. Looking forward to more Gorillaz videos from you.

[@GamingCont]

I wish i was able to experience this for the first time again. The joy on your face makes me jealous

[@RobGamesOn]

Dare, 19-2000 (Soul Child Remix), Dirty Harry, Strobelite, Stylo, On Melancholy Hill... so many great songs by them!

[@TrueRaz]

This song does turn into rock well. Frog Leap Studios did a spectacular metal cover of this song.

[@powersofdestruction5694]

Yes, that’s De La Soul. They’ve done a few collabs with Gorillaz, there are a lot of hip-hop and rap features in Gorillaz music, especially Plastic Beach onward.

[@kai_midght]

This is one of those timeless classic for me. So happy this piece of art made its way to you!!

[@kylas4832]

I always took feel good as someone telling themselves to feel good even when you aren't. The way he chants it over and over like he's trying to convince himself to feel good

[@hellsbunniestv584]

The thing about them is that it's a world class post-punk song writer, with a historically, famous post-punk animator. In the 90's Tank Girl was so big it had a box office smash movie and even a fashion line. They do have live gigs and they're done with holograms of The Gorillaz. Amazing to see.

[@tommybronze3451]

Track was used in multiple movies, for example "Big short" - this is why this can sound familiar.

[@TheNeoVid]

Gorillaz albums have a storyline, and the album about the group's next era, Plastic Beach, opens up with two of their best videos: "Stylo" and "Melancholy Hill," in that order. The animation for the song right after that, "Rhinestone Eyes," was never officially completed, but after years of effort, a fan recreated it from the original storyboards.

[@AtticsTV]

This song I believe was used as an iPod commercial track back when they were doing their first iconic commercials, so might recognize the bassline from that.

[@mathewjones1370]

M1A1 Tomorrow Comes Today Kids with Guns Dare 19-2000 Stylo Saturn Barz

[@HoushouRattengod]

The rabbit hole you can get into with The Gorillaz is enormous as their is an actual full story and lore behind each of the band members

[@xaxscratchxax926]

Been waiting for this one since you started Gorillaz

[@Kaiwashere321]

I loved your take on the lyrics and melody, Dare was another massive hit you should definitely hit up next!

[@darrenjohnson3319]

I believe after their second album they did a few shows that were completely holographic, so the cartoon members, 2D, Murdock, Russel and Noodle did a full animated set. But when they headlined Glastonbury they were the real people, including all the collaborating artists, including Snoop Dogg, Sean Ryder, Mos Def and De la Soul.

[@kiroshow]

You're right, it is De La Soul! If you like more of this style, I'd recommend checking out Dirty Harry.

[@FiveAcross]

For more Gorillaz, I'd suggest Dirty Harry, and Dare

[@mercurialfunk]

"You've got a new horizon its ephemeral style" is such a fucking bar, I'll never get over it

[@Kokopelle]

Welcome to the Gorillaz Family :) been listening to them since Demon Days dropped in 2005

[@redbear6]

Yes, that is De La Soul backing them up. You may have heard this piece performed live at the 2006 Grammy awards with Madonna. Which is in and of itself an interesting watch.

[@Dodsodalo]

This is hands down the song that singlehandedly made me LOVE music as an art itself.

[@ponfed]

There is a live performance that was delivered last year, where they mix the live performance with animated backgrounds which is amazing.. apart from that they've been touring for years with a huge projection screen.

[@petercolson2990]

That smile on your face when you're just vibing to the De La Soul hook, I know that feel ;) Haven't seen anyone mention it, so I'll say it: Dirty Harry, leads into this track on the album, name suggests it's a companion piece to Clint Eastwood (probably as they were the first singles from their respective albums), and just generally a great track. Dare, 19-2000, Rock The House are all upbeat tracks that are well worth a listen But you can't really go wrong with *anything* they've done