Band Maid ABOUT US REACTION | Just Jen Reacts to Band-Maid About Us

[@bidrl6561]

This song is about Bandmaid and Bandmaid worldwide fans including you. 🤩

[@johnnylaroux9517]

iMust have been a bad Master this year, 'cause iGot a Copy of the Maidiacs' List, and *THIS* Master wasn't on it.....

[@mr_ozzio5095]

Its a love letter to the fans, and thank you! Especially with all the stuff thats going on world wide🎶🎶🎶

[@johnmagill3072]

@@johnnylaroux9517 I never heard of that list. How and where do you find it, and how do you get on it?

[@patron40silver]

I love BAND-MAID. BAND-MAID loves me.

[@Jonas_S_]

The Maids never do anything half-assed. The amount of time and thought that goes into each song is baffling. Quality through and through, every time.

[@melocitysolo9574]

This song is their heartfelt message to everyone who says they like Band-Maid. So, Jen, it's also a message for you :)

[@williamdrake8938]

The best hard rock band in 30 years! from what I understand this song is a love letter to us devoted Maidiacs! Been in love with Band-Maid since 2016. They gave me back my love for hard rock. Good work, Jen. God bless you and yours. Play Anemone.

[@Slippy6582]

There are subtitles in this song too... I would suggest to check it out, it´s meant to lift you up, it´s sad, but beautiful... MIKU is doing all the lyrics for Band-Maid and she is a little poet, let me tell you that! This song is an love letter to their masters and princesses, that they miss them, but that this tough times making the bond between us even stronger and they always gonna try to make us feel good like we always support them and giving them much love back. They are really precious especially their characters, you just have to fall in love with them and i don´t have to talk about their talent, it´s through the roof! Nice reaction and even if you couldn´t understand it, you felt it! That´s what music is about... Feelings! Greetings from Germany

[@kent-oveprestberg3578]

Very well said👍🏻🙏. All of it.

[@markbrusky6239]

Miku is AWESOME...THIS IS HER DREAM COME TRUE

[@bartyslattfast]

Well said. Band Maid has a way of reaching ones heart. This song beautifully conveys the sadness of loss and separation and offers hope and friendship. Miku's outlook of "live life fully, be confident, troubles are momentary," runs through the bands work and they all have a great approach to life that shines through in their music.

[@stups9975]

Love this song. Miku wrote the song as a tribute to the Bandmaid fans worldwide. So in a way they wrote the song for you. 😎

[@JustJenRx]

Awww! You too!!!

[@Jaymobe07]

@@JustJenRx Saiki also did a heart felt speech before doing this song during the concert. Full translation of the breaks in the concert, part 4 is before the song. www.reddit.com/r/BandMaid/comments/liwulk/unofficial_translation_the_mc_parts_of_the_online/

[@markbrusky6239]

MIKU'S DREAM COME TRUE...THESE YOUNG LADIES ARE JUST MAGICAL...

[@TomClark-Futoura]

"About Us" is an amazing song and personal message to their fans - a direction I'm glad to see them add to their journey toward world domination. And we get to hear MISA unleash grace, power and drive that fits squarely within her favorite style of music she so enjoys playing. Stretch Band-Maid... Stretch with all your might. We're behind you 100! Their new DVD/BD/CD of this incredible concert has been ordered! Thanks,Jen, for bringing "About Us" to your viewers!

[@toshimatyu6654]

This song has great lyrics by Miku Kobato. Their message to fans who can't meet because of COVIT-19. Let's build a future In this emerald world. It’s alright! See, we are all here. No one is alone. Fly more... I did. Good old days, Ooh... ‘Thank you’ ★This song is a remixed version of the net live on February 11th. Since English lyrics can be displayed, it can be converted into various languages. and There are English and Japanese lyrics in the explanation of the recent official video. Many Japanese fans shed tears when they heard this song and thank them.

[@MrBryanwithay]

Thank you Toshi! Many American fans shed tears also :'-)

[@stealthcabbie1336]

This song IS about US...... US being the fans. A song for/to US.

[@shamalamadingdong5718]

I think it is a weird coincidence that someone starts chopping onions in the house whenever I start to listen to this song. My favorite part of the song is the bass groove, and the accompanying drum beat. Oh and the sweet guitar melody. Plus the vocals. My other favorite part is the background vocals. I think that is what really enhances the emotion of this song.

[@mechghost5742]

I think there were onions being cut on stage too - Saiki and Miku look like they are about to start crying too, shows how much they put into their music.

[@shamalamadingdong5718]

@@mechghost5742 I know most fans like their fast paced in your face style, but Saiki is such an emotional and beautiful singer. These type of songs allow her and Miku to really show that side. They really do seem to feel it. BTW Miku has just killed it lately with the lyrics and backing vocals.

[@lurkmerchant]

It's like she can only expose her emotions through her singing on stage. It comes out so naturally and so genuine.

[@shamalamadingdong5718]

She really does seem so natural on stage.

[@markbrusky6239]

DAMN NEAR EVERY SONG THEY PLAY HAS ONION CHOPPING GOING ON AT MY HOUSE...THESE GALS ARE MAGICAL...

[@BM4-Life]

Actually this song is about us the *BAND-MAID* fans 😊 On Feb. 14th, 2020 *BAND-MAID* announced that they was going to play at *Budokan* on Feb 11th, 2021 due to Covid the concert was canceled *BAND-MAID* made this song for their fans and performed it in a live streaming concert. _(And I had tickets to this concert)_

[@ShikataGaNai100]

I am a cynical old musician, but I have listened to this song 50 times; I have cried 50 times.

[@michaelpalmer3717]

What else do these brilliant young women have to do! Kanami triumphs again with a perfect score. Miku's words so warm and welcome. What other bands have even thought of their fans? And the performance? Perfection beyond words. Again. What a group of perfectionist musicians.

[@SoryIrippedUrHeart]

miku background vocal fill the emotion of the song she nailed it pigeon she write the lyrics too...Misa jazzy fill of the bass was so perfect..... this band so dynamic ..... music at its best...well done Band Maid

[@fredranger7385]

Great reaction. BAND-MAID are so passionate with their music and stage presence how could you not get emotional or fired up, etc. I've seen them live both times they came to Los Angeles and if they ever come to your city check them out. The will blow the roof off the place and melt your face off. I recommend "Blooming" or "The Non-Fiction Days".

[@xagorvangard]

Beautiful song. Beautiful music. Beautiful band.

[@triquivijate]

It's a love letter to the fans.... And it breaks your heart....... but then it puts you back together again in four and a half minutes, gives you a virtual hug and says we'll meet again soon...... - Pure class. They even made Jen well up a little, I think. :)

[@markbaker8255]

This song is to all of their fans. They miss us as much as we miss them. Saiki released a letter to us before the song which was so heartfelt it actually made me tear up.

[@_tyler5201]

Here’s a super fan (t-shinji) translation of Saiki’s heartfelt monologue / speech before this song was performed that day: Saiki: We were supposed to meet you today. For the first time in a year, we thought we could meet you all, those of you who could come to see us, but we can’t meet you in the end. I’m sorry. Even though it’s not my fault. We have been having days of turmoil for about a year. In the beginning, we were very surprised because we hadn’t experienced it before, and we had no experience of not being able to meet others in person. We were sad, but we found we shouldn’t be sad in this situation. When I saw you masters and princesses on social media, you were more depressed than us, and we thought that’s terrible. We Band-Maid have been thinking about how to cheer up all of you in the last one year. We truly wanted to meet you at Nippon Budokan, but it’s impossible because of COVID, so let’s wait for the day when we can meet. And in the last one year… or in the COVID pandemic, we have become more eager to cheer you up, and we Band-Maid realized again it’s important to give our songs to you. That’s why we wrote this song for Budokan. We made the album also in the pandemic, so it might have a little similar feel, but this song is planned for Nippon Budokan, and we really want to give it to you masters and princesses now. Budokan is not our goal but just a stepping stone. We will perform at bigger venues, and we promise we will bring you there and give you even better songs, so let’s keep it up a little more. This is our present for you masters and princesses. Please listen to it. Reposted from Madiac on a different channel.

[@j.snyder4957]

Thank you for posting Saiki's words - makes the song even more meaningful

[@phaeron]

Kanami has really done a brilliant job with the songwriting here. The instruments can fully play out their strengths thanks to the moderate tempo. Even the backing track with the violin and the piano fits the mood perfectly. But as good as the song is instrumentally, for me this song belongs to the voices of Miku and especially Saiki. Even in the audio-only version, and before I had the translated lyrics at hand, I was captivated by them. And now that I know the content, and was able to experience this live performance, the whole thing just gets under my skin every time. And I think you can tell in several scenes that the girls also had quite a lump in their throats in several places. The song is meant as a thank you to the fans for their continued support in this crazy situation, but I think we should not forget that exactly this has also demanded a lot from the girls, and also taken away a lot from them. So I think we owe them at least as much.

[@goodsong6732]

The Jim Beam is from the bassplayer. . Put on the lyrics. Song about the missing of their fans and how they long to see us.

[@Duskwind_]

Just wow. That has to be one of their best songs. The harmonies were amazing and that Fender Precision bass has such a distinctive sound. Band-maid blew me away again! Thanks JJ 😁

[@stephenkalisz6495]

as a led head from way back , bandmaid has what they had. listening to them brings flash backs. these girls are on their way to becoming rock goddesses thankyou banmaid. and thanks for your reaction jen

[@gonzokawa]

For the first time in my entire life, I feel blessed to be a "fan". Thanks Band-Maid, be proud of what you are, you are unique !

[@knightofthefivemaids]

this song was written to the maidiacs. Its ok to tear up from a band maid song many openly do it , i know I do . Great react and Long Live the PO !

[@yerayortiz7285]

"Long live the PO" will be my motto from now on xD

[@knightofthefivemaids]

@@yerayortiz7285 Thats cool with me. the more the better

[@markbrusky6239]

PO'S DREAM COMING TRUE...

[@knightofthefivemaids]

@@markbrusky6239 yep and i couldnt be happier for her, her determination and sure will only cant be measured. Even Herman Li called her the PO lol. Long Live the PO!

[@yerayortiz7285]

@@knightofthefivemaids yeah, her strong will and determination is what makes her my fav and an inspiration in life. Kurruppo!

[@drugstar]

MISAのベースラインは心を虜にする。各パートが技術に固執することなくメロディを第一に行動している。その結果自然と涙が出るような素敵な曲です。

[@Muzicman-ut3jr]

Prior to the start of this video, Saiki gave a very sincere speech and introduction leading to about us! This song was written for us and it is about us, the fans! It is sort of a live letter to us with the utmost gratitude! If you ever get a hold of the puzzle/anemone acoustic version then you will be blown away by Saiki’s passion and fall in love with Kanami’s backing vocal, she’s adorable!

[@frantaf]

I am not into japanese music scene, but Saiki is the reason why I listened to several Band-maid song and fall in love with their music. But if they would have just another kawaii girl I would probably never listen to more songs and became fan of Kanami, MISA, Akane and Miku who i adore for her personality. Kanami backing vocals are just beatifull.

[@FateofEllusion]

Lucky for you, this song is about you.. About all of us fans of Band Maid. Miku wrote the lyrics as a dedication to their fans and how much they live us all. Turn on the captions and watch it again and you’ll see what I mean... singing about how they miss seeing us during the live shows and how thinking about the shows past makes them nostalgic and miss the fan even more. :)

[@paulread4886]

The final chorus and outro ..Wow ! As you said , how could you not like this. Still stuns me after 50 or more listen. beauty and perfection these girls are in looks and music .

[@me262talon2]

Thanks Jen!

[@jimcarmer1685]

Hi Jen.. Everyone of these Beautiful Ladies are so Exceptional in their Musical Talent.. They just keep getting more Phenomenal..

[@prutgardin666]

My favourite part was that MISA didn't use a plectrum for a change ;) Also, her new Black Cloud with the vintage look, sounds awesome ;)

[@1947dd]

Its a song to encourage and thank their fans. The video is CC, I think you would love the words to the song. It is sad, happy and heartfelt!

[@kristinjenkins6136]

One of the few bands that can actually talk through their music, yes subtitles help with what they are singing but it doesn't matter with them

[@minoosinghania6702]

Clear message, clear structure, easy to understand, thank you

[@johndreessen7335]

Good reacting. The most beautiful song of bandmaid. Always get emotional looking at this song. Tears every time. One of my 2 new favorite bands. Together with LoveBites.

[@アリクイ-d3z]

I really like your reaction. You can see that he loves Band-Maid very well. Band-Maid is a rock band, but a band that values ​​poetry. Rather than singing love, we often express our future, our message to everyone, and our strong will. This song is one of them. I can't meet you in the world right now, but I'm sure I'll be able to meet you, so please wait and I'll do my best until then.

[@markbrusky6239]

I'm a 66 year old man...I HAD THE EXACT SAME REACTION...LOVE THESE GALS..

[@edwardmcalister8743]

How much talent can be crammed into one group of five ladies?!?!?!?! Saiki, so graceful, such a beautiful voice, what a presence of delivery. Misa, well, Misa, there are no superlatives that can explain her skill. God I love her so much. A bass player??? Really?? Yes. And Akane, always perfect, always just on target. She can play the mood, or play the speed, never off time, never misses a beat. Miku, oh our little pigeon, I hear she writes all or almost all the lyrics, wow. And would they be who they are without her vocals? And her guitar skills are stronger and stronger all the time. And now for Kanami..... She is my hero. If I were ever to meet her in person, I would be a blubbering fool. I would be like "Hellobablob.. Sputter fffwwwtttasss sorry, I meant blrrrrdldingderfunk."

[@RudiTheMan]

How can it be more perfect than that? It's Band Maid we're seeing here, ever ytime they come up with something, it always perfect, every time,

[@bobbyweber2011]

It's about missing the fans and touring and meeting new fans. Written by Miko during the time when the world shut down for almost 2 years

[@ElfInflicted]

Like, I've always been impressed with Saiki's vocals, the richness and depth to them are so wonderful to listen to. But I also thought that she was capable of more, that she could achieve even greater expressiveness, more nuance, and I think we're starting to see that with this and other recent songs from them. Our dear Saiki is leveling up and I am absolutely here for it. I was surprised to hear such a different sound from them, but not at all surprised that they killed it. Because of course they would, they're Band-Maid. Thank you for this wonderful and heartfelt reaction.

[@keithvincent4]

If there is such thing as a perfect band.Band Maid ticks the box.

[@boomboom418]

Great reaction Jen. When you get a chance to see the music video again with the English translations please drop us a note and let us know how you feel about the lyrics. The song nearly makes me tear up and I’m a grown man. I am just glad the ladies are thinking of us and soon this damn pandemic will be over and we’ll all be together again.

[@Marcus_C51]

Absolutely agree with all of your comments Jen, this was my first time hearing this tonight and wow--just completely gobsmacked! And to do some reading afterward about how this is a song for all of us BandMaid fans, how very touching! These ladies really have such top-notch musicianship that there probably isn't anything that they can't do. And they have no shortage of creativity, such songwriting prowess...amazing...Yes, interesting to see them play an acoustic guitar and you were totally on point, she is so precise. Then there's the bassist, those beautiful lines she was playing just flowed through it--most of the time it's not necessarily great to play that much in a slower song, but it completely fit in the music! Thoroughly genius bass playing. Sheer magic. The drummer is just so strong and killer, great great great. Add in the guitars (I'm a guitarist myself and appreciate excellent playing) and her lovely soaring voice and it's perfection. In the choruses they reach that intensity that U2 gets and it just cascades over the audience so powerfully. I think I'm adding them to my favorite band list too! Very good eye to see the Jim Beam bottle on the bassist's amp, ahh yeah they've got the rock n roll vibe all the way around-nice! And you pointed out the important part, everything they do is straight from the heart, it's easy to tell. Love it love it!

[@hiawatha.g]

This hits me the same way every time, and I've watched it at least 20 times.

[@jacobusderottmann1000]

Gorgeous song, brings tears every time. For all the fans, but I feel it very personally just as I think every one of us does. A reminder of how they much they, the rockstars, the brilliant musical artists, genuinely care for and appreciate you and me and our support, especially in this tough time. In case you're interested, there is a neat story (there are a lot of neat stories with these ladies) about how a bottle of Jim Beam on the big Orange (both color and brand name) amp set became Misa's trademark. It may be played up a bit, but Misa has said a drink before concerts helps her relax and play smoother. But on to the Jim Beam: Band-Maid were in an early interview, and because the Maids of the Maid Cafe scene in Japan each have a "Charm Point" to help customers connect and remember them, they were asked theirs. Akane said hers was an endless appetite. Misa said, "I like to drink alcohol." Which prompted the question of what, and it was like, "everything, yeah beer, but also whiskey, on the rocks or straight." The hosts acted startled, the guest host was saying, "I'm in love!" and obviously impressed. Okay, fast forward to their next European tour and they're in Germany. Misa approaches her amp and there is a full sealed bottle of Jim Beam sitting on top. Obviously placed there by a fan. Misa looks at the audience, who are clearly watching to see what she will do. She opens the bottle, smirks, takes a long swig and re-caps it and puts it in the same place, and puts on her bass, ready to rock. They loved it. Misa the badass. And her Jim Beam on the amp legend was launched. There are other reasons why Misa is badass, but that's another time...

[@waynebenedict4609]

Beautiful song! Misa has a bottle of Jim Beam on her amp in every song. Band-Maid truly appreciate their fans!

[@greatd6030]

Thank you great reaction. Beautiful song.

[@TIChozen]

My heart felt when i was listening to this song and i just know the song is about us the fans..they really appriciate the fans ..thank you for the beautiful song band-maid ..and really good reaction you made for the song jen ..:'(

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

MISA MISA MISA! My fav part about this song is they cared enough to write this for US the Fans "BEAUTIFUL"

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Soz i haven't been around recently. When Saiki does the almost spoken vocal part & taps her heart, you know she really does mean it. It's as painful for them not playing live venues as it is us not being able to go & see them.

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

@@GaryHolloway-810 I haven't been around much either, worse than usual internet :( "I will light your life up with my Voice" brings a tear to my eye just thinking about it.

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@DavidMISAMISAMISACook Yep "Puzzle" acoustic always gets me. I didn't think another song could until "About us" came along. Knowing it's for us makes it even more emotional on a personal level. I still haven't seen anything of GC but Curtis is back & i hope you get your internet running better soon, is it a fault your end or the provider?

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

@@GaryHolloway-810 I loved Smile as a love letter to the fans also p.s your up early it only 7.30am in London

[@bartyslattfast]

Apart but together , not alone. through this darkness we will reach a better world, love, Band Maid.

[@platatrinity8857]

This is a wonderful Song and the virtual live Concert (Okuy-Ji) was amazing! Band-Maid is one of my favorite Bands of all Time. I hope i can see them on Tour again when this Pandemic is over. Stay safe guys :)

[@vdctube8966]

I have tears too.

[@jimr4354]

Great emotional reaction Jen. It is a beautiful song and it's guaranteed that you're not the only 1 tearing up at this 1. Saiki has the unique quality of reaching amazing crescendos and often at the end of songs such as Manners. The final pinnacle in the Unseen World vocal is oh so good. Lot of additional layered backing vocals here but it so makes this song. Miku adds such a beautiful backing vocal. Its a real cool soothing song. One you can definitely close your eyes and just absolutely soak up. Where's that Jim Beam....

[@4thArmoredVet]

Here are the Lyrics to About Us: I wonder how they're doing now. yume no naka It makes me feel nostalgic. tatoe tooku My heart will always be with you. hanarete ite mo ashita ga mienai fuan ni oborete itte nannimo dekinai fugai nakutte tada setsu ni tada tada setsu ni negau "nichijou" mourou to hibi kawatteku kono hiroi sekai demo bokura wa ikiru daijoubu hora koko ni iru hitori janai. Cries... I did. Good old days, Ooh... "tadaima" "mattete ne" Whatever happens, Don't feel the distance. ano koro wo It makes me feel nostalgic. tatoe ima wa Accept someone for who they are. aenai hibi demo sakebi wa omou bakari. demo ugokenakutte butsukeyou no nai kokoro no yukue tada douka tada tada douka fusaganaide hana wa saki mata umareru yo kono michi no sekai atarashii yoake he daijoubu hora koko ni iru hitori janai. Cries... I did. Good old days, Ooh... "okaeri" "jaa, mata ne" sekai no sumi de yume wo miru yo flow shinjite I will light your life up with my voice. iya demo mada zutto kore kara motto mada mada kitto deai wakare kurikaeshi kokoro ga sakebu "imi" de wa nai ano toki kara tsuzuku omoi idaki koko ni iru yo (Yeah, We won't forget this day. ai wo egaite) aenai hibi demo bokura wa sodattekun da kawaranai kimochi chanto tsutsunde tada mae he tada tada mae he sashinoberu yo kurayami ni egao wo tomosou kono aoi sekai mirai wo tsukurun da daijoubu hora minna iru hitori janai. Fly more... I did. Good old days, Ooh... "arigatou" kore kara mo.

[@sheldoncooper8199]

This Song is in a Battle for my Favorite Band Maid Ballad with Daydreaming and Wonderland.

[@patron40silver]

Anyone else picture Kanami jumping on that floating guitar and playing Quidditch with Harry Potter?

[@MichaelNolen]

Nope

[@sheldoncooper8199]

I feel like Band Maid wrote created This Song to reach out to their Fans during this Covid Time. Cause they have a very Special Relationship with their Fanbase. That is 33 % of why i love them.

[@フルーツぶどう-h8q]

貴女のBAND MAIDに対する愛情溢れる動画を何時も見ています。この楽曲は人間に対する応援歌と思います。

[@Bloosee]

The song is about bandmaid and the fans and the separation we've had to endure for the year. They are nostalgic for the times they were able to be with us and perform for us. It's a love song really. "Us" is the girls and the fans.

[@federerfanatic]

I tear up every time I watch this song.

[@albertlay8927]

I can understand that this song is bringing tears to your eyes, that happens to all the band-maid fans. The Onkyu Ji blue ray DVD will be released May 26. I'm going to get me one.

[@jon87583]

I'm right there with you, J! In love with them. Like 5 little sisters to me. When some day they return to US, we must make sure you get a ticket.

[@joeking6763]

If you watch the CC's you will see that Saiki is singing to YOU! - ABOUT US THE FANS! Give a listen to Daydreaming and Drop of A Hat they are similar in a quiet tempo sort of way. This is from online concert Feb. 11, 2021. The song is a love letter from the band that they wrote to their fans. Just before singing the song Saiki talked about the struggles of the band over the past year. Here is the English translation of what she said. It gives more meaning to the song and how they felt. Saiki: We were supposed to meet you today. For the first time in a year, we thought we could meet you all, those of you who could come to see us, but we can’t meet you in the end. I’m sorry. Even though it’s not my fault. We have been having days of turmoil for about a year. In the beginning, we were very surprised because we hadn’t experienced it before, and we had no experience of not being able to meet others in person. We were sad, but we found we shouldn’t be sad in this situation. When I saw you masters and princesses on social media, you were more depressed than us, and we thought that’s terrible. We Band-Maid have been thinking about how to cheer up all of you in the last one year. We truly wanted to meet you at Nippon Budokan, but it’s impossible because of COVID, so let’s wait for the day when we can meet. And in the last one year… or in the COVID pandemic, we have become more eager to cheer you up, and we Band-Maid realized again it’s important to give our songs to you. That’s why we wrote this song for Budokan. We made the album also in the pandemic, so it might have a little similar feel, but this song is planned for Nippon Budokan, and we really want to give it to you masters and princesses now. Budokan is not our goal but just a stepping stone. We will perform at bigger venues, and we promise we will bring you there and give you even better songs, so let’s keep it up a little more. This is our present for you masters and princesses. Please listen to it.

[@jonlapang3196]

I honestly have not listened to rock ballads since I was a young child listening to my parents Beatles' tapes. I don't know what it is about Band-Maid but they have revived many aspects of music for me.

[@yerayortiz7285]

Just think about it, they can make you cry even when most words on the song are not on your native tongue, how amazing is that? This proves music is the universal language

[@ガクs]

Thank you for your wonderful reaction! I'm Japanese,but your feelings were conveyed very well. let's overcome COVID19 with BAND-MAID songs!

[@enol8603]

This song is a musical warm embrace...

[@brettmarlar4154]

This is my favorite Misa bassline. Not because of the chops, we all know she can slap and use a pick, but because she's playing all finger style and perfectly holds all the other parts together. This song is about us, not just in title. This is a love letter to the fans during the COVID shutdown. Sure it could also be applied to a romantic relationship too, but they have said that it's more about the fans. There are English subtitles available on this song so you can get the full scope of what the song is about.

[@saltydashlightly9074]

Miku and Kanami have beautiful voices. I don't know about AChan and Misa but I suspect they have beautiful voices too. That will give us delightful new surprises for the next albums. Looking forward to Saiki playing piano. Looking forward to songs written by all of them. I believe they could sell out the Tokyo Dome 3 days in a row.

[@markbrusky6239]

TO SEE AKANE, MIKU AND KANAMI SING TOGETHER WOULD BE AWESOME...

[@ShikataGaNai100]

BAND-MAID, the best rock band of the last couple of decades.

[@markbrusky6239]

I'D GO BACK EVEN FURTHER...

[@yugoxgc]

Yeah you know how bands are always calling out to fans thanking for support & being supportive back? Imagine if the band made that into a song. This song is literally "Hang in there, things will get better. We are here for you & will meet again" YES I FREAKING CRIED WATCHING IT!

[@sawyer5100]

These girls are crazy good. I've watched all your reaction videos about Band-maid and your reactions are priceless. But Band-Maid, OMG, they are so good it's like they don't even come from Planet Earth. What gods smiled on us and brought us Band-Maid? There are literally no words in English to describe their talent, their skills, their harmonies, layering, melodies... We have to make up a whole new vocabulary to describe them. Just my 2 cents - as a band manager of Boston bands in a previous life - long, long ago.

[@outwest1014]

With this new album they are at the top of their game. Really, Really love this one. Miku and Saiki are in sync, MISA is right there with her lead bass. Akane is subtle as is Kanami letting Miku and Saiki's singing be the focus. MISA said in an interview that her bass lines are incorporated pretty much as is, this is her best work to date. Miku (?) said that one of the things they got from Tony Visconti was sometimes simpler was best. This song sounds like they took it to heart. Miku Kobato is highly respected in Japan for her lyrics, she is a highly talented and very smart too. As to acoustic guitar, checkout Puzzle acoustic. Just Kanami and Saki and Kanami sings!

[@jannashesgbcnemophilafan4317]

It's written from them to their fans, and how they feel. Saikei gave a monologue before this song, saying how their sad, not being able to play live, and folks not being able to enjoy shows. Kanami does Puzzle acoustic, just Kanami and Saikei. But yes Kanami does acoustic. This song allows Saikei vocals shine. Kanami is a bit shy by nature, then opens up. And she did a brief interview, where she is sad, not being able to play for fans. It's on tbeirdiscord, someone posted it. Kanami is so beautiful as a person, and put a guitar in her hands, she can create beautiful masterpeices. Try their live song Puzzle, Kanami shines. Moratorium, great crowd interaction.

[@screamindemon71]

I remember seeing the speech that someone translated on Reddit and it had got me in an emotional mess. Saiki got a bit emotional towards the end of the speech. These ladies miss performing in front of crowds and we all miss seeing them live and in person but I feel that'll end real soon! I was like you when I first heard this. Saiki's voice when she sang this hit me deep and it still does every single time I listen to it! This is by far her best performance! These ladies are absolutely phenomenal.

[@lurkmerchant]

This is about them, us fans and their connection with us through this tough time.

[@陳建仁-l7l]

No matter how long we will always welcome you home and sing our story together.

[@tilepusher]

I love your reaction! Still, if you enable the subtitles in English, it will move you to even more emotion & tears. This song has erased my Anger & feeling of being cold & alone, for this Pandemic that we are all trying to get back to the lives we remembered & loved. After listening to this song, I feel my anger fading away into sadness, love & hope. I realize that none of us are ALONE. There will be a new tomorrow & we will get back our lives & love!

[@sheldoncooper8199]

I am absolutely in Love with Kanami s guitar Tone in this Song and Miku Background vocals.

[@Dennis_M_Myers]

This is such a sweet song. It fits well on my mellow playlist.

[@JustJenRx]

Agreed!!!!

[@ShikataGaNai100]

Saiki also plays acoustic guitar. This is the first time I have seen Kanami use a stand for her acoustic, so she could switch back to the PRS.

[@cookrod54]

I AM in love with Band-Maid ❤

[@nates8548]

Great reaction. 🙂 Lots of new gear! MISA's "Relic" bass. Miku's (Po! 🕊️) Custom/Signature Zemaitis. Mincho's new 35th Anniversary PRS! If you can find it, please watch Sai-chan and Mincho's live accoustic duet of Puzzle & Anemone. Angelic... That's it. End of story.

[@TaijDevon]

Band maid can do anything. A ballad, pop music, classic rock. This song is showing Kelly Clarkson how its done. And of course when the feel metal they can land on Metallica like a 2 ton piano. Just crush them.

[@ShikataGaNai100]

Remember, the US in the song is US, the fans.

[@davidwalker4684]

I agree and love the production that brings the bass so thick and strong in the mix, they have it much more like a three piece or actually a prog rock band. Her playing is so brilliant it would be a travesty to not have it mixed like this so it punches. It seems to me that it is an aspect of Japanese rock and metal that they mix production wise to have everything very audible, American and British in particular are willing to lose something to the background. Japanese and Scandinavian want to hear everything more individually, they do also seem to be the more virtuousic in style by which I mean they pursue very technical skills and will put them in simple songs as well as complex.

[@jimr4354]

This song highlights why Band Maid is such a well liked band. The diversity between this light emotional pop song through to metal. It has Miku written all over it (that backing vocal). This one really highlights Saiki's beautiful vocal though. So expressive. Misa is creative as ever. If you want to see more of Kanami on acoustic,watch Puzzle and Anemone in acoustic form. She is outstanding as ever but this time on the lighter side..oh the resonance,(sings quiet backing vocals too). Shows why she is such a gifted song composer and player. Real structure there. Saiki's emotional vocal in the latter is something special. There is a lot of producer input in the mix in About Us but really is a very nice song. It's 1 that could have been on Unseen World but not matched the heavier and fast tempo of the album. Nice reaction Jen.

[@MichaelNolen]

I don't consider this a Pop song. It's better than that.

[@jimr4354]

@@MichaelNolen What do you call it?

[@dhrh0591]

this was written to the fans after their concert at Budakan was canceled (due to pandemic)

[@satocalbee8857]

Click the subtitle icon of the original video to get English subtitles. I'll upload the lyrics just in case. Song: BAND-MAID Lyrics: MIKU KOBATO Composition: BAND-MAID I wonder how they're doing now. In a dream It makes me feel nostalgic. Even far away My heart will always be with you. Even if you are far away Drowning in anxiety that I can't see tomorrow I can't do anything Just cut off, just cut off Wishing "everyday" It changes every day with dimness This wide world But we live It ’s okay, you ’re here It's not Hitori. Cries ... I did. Good old days, Ooh ... "I'm back" "Please wait" Whatever happens, Don't feel the distance. At that time It makes me feel nostalgic. For example now Accept someone for who they are. Even in the days when I can't meet I just scream. But i can't move Whereabouts of the heart that can not be hit Just please, just please Don't block The flowers will bloom and will be born again This unknown world To the new dawn It ’s okay, you ’re here It's not Hitori. Cries ... I did. Good old days, Ooh ... "Welcome back" "see you later" I dream in the corner of the world Flow Believe I will light your life up with my voice. Even if you hate it Still all the time More from now on I'm sure there is still more Encounter farewell Repeatedly screaming Not "meaning" Continued from that time I'm here (Yeah, We won't forget this day. Draw love) Even in the days when I can't meet We are growing up Feeling the same, wrap it up properly Just forward, just forward I'll reach out Let's smile in the dark This blue world Make the future All right, everyone is here It's not Hitori. Fly more ... I did. Good old days, Ooh ... "Thank you" From now on.

[@stephanwolfhunter]

Turn on closed caption and listen to it again. It WILL bring tears to your eyes

[@cookrod54]

Love your reactions,❤

[@kevinhardy8997]

I feel like this loveletter to fans was about all our troubles during pandemic. Many of us lost friends, relationships ended, stress was high, people lost jobs.... it was not puppies and rainbows🥲

[@johnmagill3072]

This song really shows how good of a vocalist Saiki really is.

[@Running-withscissors]

"How to remove toddler interruptions while watching BAND-MAID concert?" You will need the following materials: Duct Tape..... :p

[@JustJenRx]

😂

[@tonygriffin_]

Just Jen just straight onto the new Band-Maid! This has English subs - which they seem to be putting on all their MV's now. And Miku - the ridiculously beautiful founder of the band, rhythm guitarist and the maid who ran through Tokyo on your last reaction - writes lyrics as beautiful as Kanami - the lead guitarist - writes the superb music. Great reaction - yet again and as always to THE best Rock band on Earth. 🤘🤘💖 PS Another beautifully laid back song with astounding vocals from Saiki is Wonderland Live Feb 2020 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rmXLqX-bfcekkNE

[@ral8452]

wonderland

[@yageyage4740]

Finale reaction 😌 yeah one day!!! 😌😌