Dad's First Reaction to The Cranberries - Zombie

[@susancolgan6868]

I’m from Ireland and I can’t tell you how much this song means to all of us, she was a national treasure, still is, rip ❤

[@andygm525]

I'm from England and I also love this song. R.I.P Delores ❤

[@SanoAnniVaan]

It's amazing song but I cannot hear her accent through tho?

[@Adeus1]

Love the Cranberries! Thank you Ireland! RIP Dolores O'Riordan

[@johannsebastianelli9222]

I drive a Kai.

[@SanoAnniVaan]

@@johannsebastianelli9222 A bit stupid joke don't you think?

[@kikibrayo9436]

The vocal sound Dolores uses in this song is called Keening/Sean-Nós Singing....used in Irish and Scottish songs for mourning the dead.

[@jgog59]

Thank God somebody knows it’s the music tradition of Sean-nós

[@Doc7orA]

Interesting, didn’t know that. Thanks

[@explosu]

I had no idea about the background of this or about that. 💔 will never hear it the same again

[@KillerFix24]

@@jgog59How is that pronounced

[@TheHopperUK]

@@KillerFix24 Shawn-noss, very roughly

[@toothcap66]

why does nobody talk about how immaculate you guys music taste is??? all the songs u guys cover are my favourites!

[@davis267]

💯

[@RKWDBMX]

lol

[@RKWDBMX]

@@joshjohnson2600 nice generalization. old but clearly not very wise eh

[@shawnanderson6313]

@@joshjohnson2600 How do you know this ?

[@shawnanderson6313]

@@joshjohnson2600 Wild wild west bitch, you seem like white boy who only fights with guns, but cant' fight. Typical white boy. I make enough money boy, that they would, your white boy suck my cock!. Beauty of America, it is a business, you country fuck.

[@thephidias]

you cannot do this without the video. and the singing technique is called keening. it is an ancient irish mourning singing tradtition.

[@shibainudegenerate7129]

cranberries 'Linger ' is also great

[@kopanomoss5752]

thats just my favorite from them

[@GrandRoyal44]

No it’s not

[@andrewboland1062]

Certainly is

[@felipecasas5852]

@@GrandRoyal44 yes It Is, Indeed

[@GrandRoyal44]

It’s radio friendly pop from the early-mid 90’s. it’s bad.

[@sourmouse4199]

I'm surprised your dad never heard this! It dominated the radio in the 90's. Still gets pretty heavy play in the states.

[@frontroom]

I grew up on the music of the 60’s, 70’s and early 80’s, lived overseas in a non -English speaking country for most of the 90’s and never paid much attention after that to new music. Thanks for checking out the channel!

[@Arthur-ek7nd]

Not just that, but it was the most played song on the radio in multiple different years, as it made resurgences in popularity

[@1q3er5]

yes im a bit suspicious where did your dad live haha - this was like a MEGA hit - didn't matter where you lived :|

[@ripabigfatoneforme]

@@1q3er5hearing a song and listening to a song for the first time are two different things

[@虎杖悠仁-p1f]

@@1q3er5i think the most important part of his comment is that he didn’t listen to new music at that time. while it may be popular in most of the world if you don’t pay attention to new music you don’t pay attention to new music. example: i live in america and i cannot tell you a single top hit from the last 3 years. i don’t like the new popular music so i don’t listen to it, it may be all over the place but i really don’t listen to what’s playing unless it’s a song i like.

[@andycopland3179]

The beauty of this song, I think anyway, is it's ability to sound hard and soft at the same time. Rhythmic drumming, Irish vocals, crashing guitar... it's just a real classic

[@frontroom]

Well said. I love that contrast, too. Thanks for watching, Andy. - Kai’s dad

[@andersnielsen6044]

It is great because of its political and very powerful lyrics!

[@nomadine85]

Hard and soft at the same time! You predicted Billie Eilish’s new album title!

[@andrewd7112]

I'm glad you knew the background of Zombie! So many reactions have someone asking people to explain in the comments what the song is about. It's so much better when the reactor has context of the song's meaning and why it was written. One thing I'd suggest is this is one of the relatively few songs where the music video adds so much that it's an accompanying work of art. I would've liked to see what you both think of the the video, too.

[@Art-cn8yl]

The song is basically calling out the I.R.A. for being mindless zombies for perpetuating a war that literally is "In your head."

[@jonahmiller5881]

not just the IRA. both sides

[@isisnine]

To really get the emotion of the song you should watch the video as well. When she arranged the song she instructed the drummer to bang away at the drums to get across her outrage, the emotion.. this song is a masterpiece...every word, every note...everything!

[@i_love_rescue_animals]

What she does with her voice is called "keening" - it's an Irish thing - especially during funerals. So powerful, Such a tragedy that Dolores is gone from us now. 🥲

[@danielkelly4919]

The Cranberries are one of my favorite bands if not my favorite.... Dolores was a true talent. Please check out some of their other greats songs: 1. Linger 2. Dreams 3. Ode To My Family 4. When You're Gone 5. Animal Instinct

[@jesahnorrin]

Those songs are all amazing. I have to add Empty to the list. Boy that song resonated as a teen.

[@Mic-Mak]

Thanks for the recommendations!

[@lml1705]

I love Linger.

[@AthDara62]

check out acoustic version of 'It's You'

[@1q3er5]

great choices!

[@nsmy808]

I love how both father's and son's generation straddle all these 1990's era songs they review/react to. It's beautiful. The 90's were a special time for music

[@joeannscott3929]

As well as america. 😢

[@TheSnakeYouCanTrust]

Did this man's just say My bloody Valentine?! Awesome reference. I'm actually so surprised he doesn't know this song. This dominanted the late 90s radio.

[@jillmayer9501]

I grew up in the 90s and this is one of those songs I’ve never not known. No clue when I first heard it but I have no memory of not knowing it lol

[@humberg9149]

Awesome reference X2

[@elmini81sm]

I, too, am surprised. I heard it everywhere back in those days.

[@NoudlePipW]

Was it big in America?

[@TheSnakeYouCanTrust]

@@NoudlePipW Im Canadian, but yes, it was big here.

[@LuDel95]

Thank you for reviewing this song. As an Irishman, it made me proud. You did a great job of explaining the context behind the song. I absolutely love your channel- love your hip hop reviews too. Your Dad is a treasure. For the Cranberries' next song, please review 'Dreams' or 'Linger'.

[@redangel169]

Linger breaks my heart every time. I feel every note.

[@annacooksey7276]

YES, context is do important in this song! I'm do glad they covered that before they started!

[@cathythuo8606]

Am married to a Half Irish(on his moms side) wonderful man . He and his mom explained this particular song to me and its become one of my fav songs ever!❤️

[@Anna_M96]

I love how your dad is always very attentive while you’re explaining background and stuff. He’s very open to discovering new music. Y’all are so cool! 🤩

[@skluge567]

Love this song, it's a classic, very emotional, never gets old. R.I.P Dolores O'Riordan

[@apprenticekaoenview2388]

when you guys both look at each other and acknowledge the song without saying anything and smile is WHOLESOME AF

[@516Mel]

Sound Garden, Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Stone temple pilots, Pearl Jam, Foo fighters, Audioslave are some other great 90s bands that would make for great reactions

[@evilscorpio1981]

Audioslave was formed in 2001 not the 90s

[@moonillusions832]

How do you leave out Radiohead..

[@DustinAxelson]

*Soundgarden

[@1987colombiano]

And Smashing Pumpkins!

[@DesertDweller21]

And Alice In Chains. Both AIC and Pearl Jam unplugged are AMAZING

[@JohnnyLawDiving]

That you went back to research the song and presented the important context before playing the song for him speaks volumes to your integrity. I have been a Cranberries fan since the early 90s and think this is one of the most dynamic technical as well as emotional message songs from the group. I enjoyed you picking up and describing the intricacies of the intro. I haven't heard someone who had identified the significance and taken it apart before; bravo. The same method is used for each verse intro. It reminded me of something I learned years ago in classical music: The loudest note on a Beethoven score is a rest. We share that our musical tastes are all across the spectrum and in that line it's not often other venues reach across the wide divide to compliment, but this certainly happened with Delores O'Riordan. In the hit time of The Cranberries the other side of the music world, classical, reached across. Luciano Pavarotti, at the time the world's greatest classical tenor, invited The Cranberries to his show where they performed one of their songs. Then, Pavarotti and Delores sang Ave Maria, Pavarotti's signature piece together. I wish the technology of the time had better recorded the event as it was magnificent. And what an homage to the greatness he felt for Delores as an artist and to the messages she was conveying through her music. On a side note to that performance, Princess Diana was in the audience. I enjoy reaction videos. Particularly, I enjoy watching how a person is moved when hearing a new song or a new style of music. Keep spreading the wonderment of discovery.

[@frontroom]

Really enjoyed your comments. Thanks for watching. - Kai’s dad

[@purposeinmind]

I remember those concerts known as Pavarotti and Friends raising funds for the children of Bosnia, the reason Princess Diana was also there. Pavarotti did like 10 concerts over the same number of years I think? anyway, moot point. Delores was amazing!

[@Dee-l2g]

The first few lines of this song make the hairs on the back of my neck stand on end. Her voice was truly amazing R I P!

[@isak4377]

So so glad you covered the context correctly before listening, it’s such an integral part of overall cultural context and meaning here in Ireland 🙌

[@dianeshelton9592]

In UK too. Sadly completely misunderstood by the majority of Americans.

[@puppamonster3]

Understanding the history behind the song is crucial.

[@jasongriffin1737]

You and dad are sharing something important it's amazing....cherish these moments together.

[@frontroom]

Thank you Jason. We do! - Kai’s dad

[@Divedown_25]

The music video makes this song even more powerful...real powerful. Also the tribute by Bad Wolves is powerful. Dolores was supposed to record this song with Bad Wolves but just day before in London she sadly passed away and Bad Wolves released their own version as a tribute to her. Not one eye is dry seeing Bad Wolves version of Zombie...

[@delticcity]

It is not believed that she committed suicide, rather that she drowned in the bath after drinking a moderate amount of alcohol. A tragic accident.

[@BobbyGeneric145]

Dolores didn't kill herself.

[@Divedown_25]

@@BobbyGeneric145 my wrong. Edited post

[@PJE1776]

What a song. Hard and sweet. Dark. Its got it all

[@frontroom]

You’re spot on with that comment. - Kai’s dad

[@danbaxter2599]

The Bad Wolves cover of this also has an incredible story and is an amazing performance. Dolores died the day she was set to so vocals for their version.

[@Rellj16]

Yea, super sad and iconic in that way. Gave that much more feeling to that cover... hoping they get to that soon.

[@brianredban9393]

Yes fucking great cover. Very sad story

[@jamess8335]

Yes!! React to their cover please! It’s amazing as well ❤

[@poika22]

this song is probably a bigger cultural phenomenon in Europe both because of the context but also because North American radio really doesn't like to feature songs about children dying

[@Clegg_Nog_Latte]

I'm sure this was censored in the states. It never made the Top 100, yet was Number 1 in plenty of non English speaking countries!

[@ayaNjah]

This song - and the Cranberries themselves - were MASSIVE in the 90s. Their music is in a lot of tv series and film from that era. Rest In Paradise Queen Dolores 💚🙏 Always in Our Hearts. Blessings always to Ireland 💚

[@eloisesmith8256]

Love this song.Brings tears to my eyes everytime.She had a very unique voice.I love it..Rest in peace Delores.

[@deckofcards87]

For me 'Dreams' is hand's down their best song, it's so beautiful.

[@Bikemanjoe1]

Dolores Keane is another great irish singer your father was on the ball as we say here in ireland, also props for explaining the song and the background you done a great job

[@toddtanck8712]

I saw them live 2 times and its sounds exactly rhe same live, Delores' voice is like no other and utterly amazing. You can hear its perfection in their softer songs.

[@lailah4277]

I’m so jealous one of my favourite bands

[@Gekokujo76]

I graduated high school in 94 and was working at a music store (corporate) a few weeks later. The two albums that were played NONSTOP over the in-store stereo were this album and Hootie and The Blowfish debut album. As a Metal/Grunge kid, neither band was my cup of tea, but I actually grew to enjoy and appreciate both of those albums.

[@adstaton8461]

Saw Hootie in concert around that time. It remains the best live concert I have ever witnessed, and I've seen The Eagles, Doobie Brothers, Peter Frampton, Bob Dylan, CSNY. You get my point. Hootie played 3 curtain calls after playing 3 sets. They covered Elvis, Simon and Garfunkel, Johnnie Cash, they were all over the place and every arrangement was amazing.

[@peekaboo1548]

Im not sure if you have delved into Pearl Jam with your father but they are the best grunge sound from the 90s scene. The strength of Eddie Vedder as a singer and performer is unmatched. A good start to see that is the MTV Unplugged version of BLACK. Hope you love them as much as I do. Blessings to you and your father and family. I love the love that is shown between you guys.

[@abstractlij]

Definitely

[@whendays659]

Cosign.

[@marksmith0209]

If anyone hasn't seen it the Cranberries did a fantastic Tiny Desk Concert for NPR that's available on KZbin..... Rest In Peace Dolores you are missed

[@mayam1141]

Dolores

[@jarednicholson1042]

I have heard this song hundreds of times since it was released. It still gets me every time.

[@lindaward3156]

I'm older than the dad but my daughter was the age that exposed me to this music. it gave me chills then and I still react that way all these years later.

[@FightingIrish327]

This is for sure at the tip top of my list as my greatest songs of all time. RIP Dolores

[@Stormz.1337]

This might be the only song, I know, that has me crying already when the first guitar riff drops. This is far more than just a song.

[@DonsaiRoadsOfficial]

One of the great songs of the 90's and history.

[@CallofFreaky]

I discovered this song through my boarding school music teacher, awesome guy he'd always use his morning TED talk kinda thing all teachers had to show us songs he was passionate about and tell us about the story and meaning of it. By far my best school experience

[@Quienereswho]

The cranberries live performances are the best!!! Zombie mtv unplugged , linger live in Paris, ridiculous thoughts live in Detroit and many others 💗💗💗💗💗

[@Cath1027]

Thank you for this reaction. For putting the song into context. As an Irish woman you made me feel proud. RIP DOLORES

[@martinclerked]

Her vocals were on another level for this song. It has to be one of the best ones ive heard

[@sarahealey1780]

I feel like the wall of sound noise represents the sounds of war, vrs her soft voice a mothers pain, those sounds is just so well constructed on so many levels and the vocal movement she does is more like a yodel xx

[@sandyb1464]

RIP Dolores 🙏💚🇮🇪

[@eloisesmith8256]

I love the fact that your Dad is participating.He is so cool.Treasure him

[@Zionsdawta]

Good song and her voice is so unique!!!

[@brendasheehan2844]

The video that goes with the song really brings home the message of the lyrics Dolores hails from my home town of Limerick her voice is phenomenal great reaction guys 👏👏👏❤❤

[@darrenbrennan3905]

Zombie played in the O2 arena as Aisling Dalys walk out song with eight thousand people singing this song was epic. You may find snippets of this on KZbin

[@latsonlatsonlatsonmeback1053]

Great comment - was about to comment thia

[@k333rl]

so cool that you have a dad willing to sit down and spend this kind of time with you.

[@graceonfilmsnstuff]

every colonial oppressed nation identifies with ireland in their pain and struggles especially against the british imperialism (before the murican neo imperialism now) and this song touched a chord in me and a lot of people at my place who werent native english speakers, unlike me, and yet they were so moved. it was a huge hit in many parts of asia during the 90s. her inflections in the song always move me to tears. RIP DOLORES O RIORDAN

[@conradgibson5660]

Load of crap

[@Sidian]

The song is about the IRA killing children, not the British ""imperialism"" as you foolishly refer to it as. The Northern Irish continue, as they always have, to want to remain a part of the UK.

[@itsTurkeyy]

just sat here head bopping vibing along with you, just taking it in lol

[@SamNatal]

You’re dressed like you were late to a virtual work meeting 😂

[@Simon...........]

😂😭 facts

[@frontroom]

😭😂

[@SamNatal]

@@frontroom love the videos btw!

[@tyflanagan3614]

Aaahaha 😂

[@jerekahunt2415]

😂😂😂😂 Stop! Lol

[@theautumnhippie]

I don't hear this song much but when I do, instant chills. Amazing.

[@Arthur-ek7nd]

I don't understand how it is possible that he hasn't heard this one before. It has been the most played song on the radio for multiple different years.

[@dovestone_]

Yeah that’s what I thought

[@racistsbegone7215]

My heart breaks and I cry when I hear this song, I loved the Cranberries and I miss her so much 😔

[@ThisCharminManc]

The Queen Is Dead album in the background is a masterpiece 👌🏼

[@vickiebify]

i echo what susan said, she was ...is a national treasure............so missed thank you for reviewing!! this song meant so much back then before 'peace'

[@debbielough7754]

I think this song puts into perfect context what it was like growing up in the 70s, 80s, and 90s in the UK and Ireland. Obviously nowhere faced it as badly as Northern Ireland. But from my perspective in England, it was just an unspoken understanding that if you went into a city or town centre, you might not come home. The worst ones, (like Warrington, which was the catalyst for this song), were always the ones where children were hurt, but I remember particularly when the centre of Manchester was bombed. I was at an event, and we were counting off who was meant on their way from Manchester, who hadn't arrived yet, and trying to get hold of them to make sure they were ok. The 1916 reference is to the Easter Uprising, when the real fight for Irish Independence began. The fighting over Northern Ireland continued for more than 80 years. And now there's a whole generation of kids who never had to grow up with that knowledge that they could be blown up any day... Thank God and Mo Mowlam for the Good Friday Agreement.

[@paddytumelty1248]

here m8 whats the differnce in what russia is doing now to how england claimed a part of ireland ???

[@Walter_Sobchak_43]

I love when pops instantly smiles when he hears her voice @4:01.

[@sabss_13]

One of my favorite bands, Dolores's voice was out of this world, beautiful band full of great musicians, I hope you discover all of their amazing music. btw check out a song called when you're gone, it's one of my favorites and the Dolores's band mates played that song for her at her funeral a few years ago, thanks for the videos🖤

[@bobbyelacoe7600]

This song always makes me so emotional. ❤️💔

[@jesseire666]

I don't know any Irish person who doesn't get a lump in their throat as soon as this song starts, myself included! Thank you for giving context to the meaning of the song beforehand, it's often overlooked but it's an incredibly powerful response to a very intense political environment. Love from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@seanmullan8203]

From Belfast Ireland 🇮🇪. Get goosebumps every time

[@marieneu264]

Her voice was amazing. Gone way too soon.

[@Biketunerfy]

I was in first year of senior/secondary school in the U.K. when that song came out it was a massive hit in the U.K., it’s a crying shame what happened to the cranberry’s lead singer Delores o'riordan, she drowned in her bath due to alcohol intoxication in London. Such a loss we will never hear her unique voice with new songs again. God bless her.

[@shibainudegenerate7129]

there is another Irish band Aslan they have a song called 'This is ' and a song called 'crazy world ' check them out there lead singer Christy is great

[@hanslamontagne]

I am 42 years old and I remember showing my dad this song when it came out and it blew his mind! what a classic song.

[@RichPorter0815]

Never heard this song in my life! And it’s great! Thank you guys!

[@Krysteljaay]

One of my favourite bands😍 Ode to my family, Linger, I Still Do, Why, Dreams, When you’re gone are also amazing songs!!

[@skankingrudeboy]

I love watching reaction videos to this song. I'm British, so I get it a bit more than our overseas cousins. Most of the reactions I've seen are from people who clearly don't "get it" Cheers guys!

[@paulofigueiredo8561]

From Portugal...music and voice, amazing.

[@jess6735]

Dolores made “keening” mainstream. Rip queen. 🌹

[@Nessajess7]

One of my favorite songs 🎵

[@EspieTheShorty]

Love the music you pick for your dad🥰 keep it coming we enjoy these videos 👌🏼

[@frontroom]

Thanks - more good stuff planned! - Kai’s dad

[@nicolawalton3510]

❤ distinct vocal style … beautiful and haunting ❤️ unforgettable really x thank you for signposting this for me

[@nicolawalton3510]

I was 18 when I first heard this and now 48 … more amazing as the years pass x

[@kingchartier3]

The video is incredible as well! Almost recommend a separate reaction to the video because it does so much to contribute to the theme! Love and appreciate all you do! ❤️

[@flarkityt]

I have to say how much I appreciate the passionate and knowledgeable way you give context to all the songs for your dad. The whole album is most certainly a must-listen... (and btw, it's pronounced "O-rearden")

[@billabong9215]

A woman from a small town in Ireland near me called Ballyneety touched the world and made all our heads bounce up and down with her raw talent and passionate. Hon Dolores boi!

[@grahamparks1645]

With the Cranberries the iconic songs more typical of their sound were “Linger” or “Dreams”. Dreams was on the soundtrack for a Drew Barrymore movie “Never Been Kissed” which was an interpretation of Shakespeare’s “Taming of the Shrew”

[@davec4955]

The video for this track was mesmerising !

[@AlexandreFournierMtl]

The Smashing Pumpkins - Bullet With Butterfly Wings would be a great follow up to this. Keep up the good work !

[@ladyred307]

I STILL listen to this song today… one of my favorite bands…

[@carolmillins9199]

Great reaction guys, Dolores had a great lilting voice

[@benbred79]

Great song!!!!!

[@jhawk1912]

Awesome. Of course Delores absolutely nails it with the singing, but the guitars, bass and drums are so on point. This song is a masterpiece.

[@mayam1141]

Dolores

[@shamekastephens6688]

Loved The Cranberries. A college favorite.

[@unknownrebelfilms]

This is the type of song that with Context, hits so much harder. It reminds me of Pearl Jam's Jeremy, which hits even harder now after all the mental/emotional health issues taken front in the last few years in the U.S.

[@MP-io8ij]

I was searching for you guys reaction to this song and was happy to find it but at this point is just ridiculous how many great songs your dad never heard :D I mean if he missed out on hip hop goats ok, but this one was such a classic! But in the US I think less then in Europe. That being said, regarding his emotions to some hip hop songs I was surprised his chin didn't dropped once she started singing but it was a great video like always, keep up the good work, you guys are a dreamteam. Ps: the look he gives you every now and then whilst listening is just so dadly and I love that haha

[@itsmeshay8089]

Rip Dolores o Riordan, I loved the cranberries, Linger is my favorite by them.

[@thyliz]

i love this song i found it like two years ago watching a show

[@T_Skye]

Love The Cranberries. Please continue with their music! Dolores passed away recently so this is a wonderful tribute to her! Maybe listen to "No Need to Argue" or "Ode to my family" or "Empty" next... heartbreakingly personal, but such strong songs.

[@melloncolliemelon7948]

RIP Dolores. Forever treasured, loved and missed. I still listen and cry to this album years later from when I first bought it as a CD ❤❤❤

[@Rellj16]

The Bad Wolves cover of this song is top 10 covers ALL TIME for me. Because of the epic performance but also the incredible story behind the making of it. Please do that SOON. Linger by this group is another beautiful classic I hope you guys jump into.

[@camillematlock9254]

when you’re gone, linger, put me down, i will always, & dying inside are no skip songs !!

[@irishguy200007]

The record company pleaded with her to not put this song on their album and offered her a lot of money to drop it but it was too personal to her. Doloris plays the lead guitar here.

[@Max-369]

it's fun to see your first reaction to zombie since I grew up with the song, but never really listened to the lyrics and the story behind it