RAYE - My 21st Century Blues (Reaction)

[@KioshiWarrior]

Yeah this is gonna be hard to beat for Album Of The Year imo, it's a legitimate masterpiece like...I'm still processing lmao favorite tracks?! Ps. The full unedited version of this reaction is on my Patreon! ✨

[@dulapeepa5568]

Hard Out Here

[@Kian-rc7pr]

Escapism, Black Mascara, The Thrill Is Gone & Flip A Switch !!!

[@handsomemahlambi]

Same It’s been hard for all the people who had to follow

[@devhassoul]

Mine is Oscar Winning Tears, Hard Out Here, Escapism, Body Dysmorphia, Five Star Hotels, Flip a Switch, Ice Cream Man and Worth It.

[@callumswords1524]

For me it's Oscar Winning Tears, Escapism, Ice Cream Man and Body Dysmorphia

[@geszek]

Raye writes her own music, we know that, but she's also a producer! She co-produced "Hard out here", "The thrill is gone", "Ice cream man", "Flip a switch", "Environmental anxiety", "Worth it" and "Buss it down". She's super talented and deserves the world! ❤

[@KioshiWarrior]

OH PERIIIIOOOODDDDD 👏🏾 an ARTIST!

[@EX3STINCE]

@@KioshiWarrior💅🏾

[@jordannow13]

Fun fact; black mascara is the only ‘dance’ song in the record cause her label only really allowed her to make dance music, which isn’t what she wanted to make. So this is her last dance record as a fuck you to them, also, it ties into hard out here and the person who she really trusted that spiked her

[@brewofcalamity]

NOOOO oh that sucks...absolutely support it if she never wants to do it again she knows how to make a GOOD electronic song. but if it isn't what she wants to do, then that's more important.

[@EX3STINCE]

That sucks

[@jordannow13]

@@brewofcalamity I agree, she’s written so many amazing pop songs for other people and her electronic ep ‘euphoric sad songs’ is phenomenal. But yeah, hopefully she does more in the future on her own terms, but we’ll have to wait and see

[@alexguajardovera]

i think that next year she will release fantastic

[@jordannow13]

@@alexguajardovera hopefully !!

[@Jeremyskye]

21:06 "Mama is genre bending" is a perfect description for this album

[@frizzlebean]

queen wanna hear something ridiculous i watched a clip on youtube of her preforming buss it down live and she teaches the crowd the choir portion and tells them that its hundreds of her own vocals recorded at different ranges layered overtop of each other she really said hold my beer cant afford a choir ill be my own

[@dearRoderick]

TIMMEESTAMMPPSS!!: Another amazing reaction by my fav! ✨✨ Intro: 4:08 Oscar Winning Tears: 4:36 Hard Out Here: 7:21 Black Mascara: 10:56 Escapism w/ That's It: 13:43 Mary Jane: 17:05 The Thrill is Gone: 20:35 Ice Cream Man: 24:16 Flip a Switch: 28:24 Body Dysmorphia: 30:47 Environmental Anxiety: 33:52 Five Star Hotels w/ Mahalia: 37:51 Worth it: 39:58 Buss It Down: 42:23 FIN: 44:34

[@KioshiWarrior]

Thank you so muuuuch 🥹🖤

[@TheMovies102]

What did you mean by escapism with that's it?

[@lolofresh8433]

@@TheMovies102 because of 070 shake, but I’m not sure of the context. If anyone can explain

[@TheMovies102]

@@lolofresh8433 exactly did she get canceled or something..she didn't even react to her verse... just trying to understand the context

[@dearRoderick]

@@lolofresh8433 rumors of her cheating on Kehlani…she hasn’t confirmed anything but i’m like naw

[@glammoerous]

I watched a few of her interviewes recently and she said about 60% of the album was written over the past 7 years. Alot of the songs were supposed to be apart of the albums her record label never released. Her original contract was for 4 albums and she sadly never relased any albums. I can only image how much material and songs she is sitting on. I cant wait for her to get the recognition she deserves. ! Also the little girl on the album is her little sister.

[@goldenretriever5140]

I hope she'll release another album next year 🤞🏼

[@cherishsalami4870]

She’s so underrated she’s wrote Beyoncé’s song ‘Bigger’ for Black is King and written for Little Mix and so many others

[@Doglover-tt3dz]

Black Mascara literally song of the YEAR, what did she put into that PRODUCTION 😩

[@elimayisme7894]

ALBUM OF THE YEAR goes to RAYE

[@iamRegiG]

You were very correct!

[@Innnnnk]

Quite literally, and well deserved at that

[@jordannow13]

Maya I highly recommend watching her interview with Zach Sang. She goes into depths about stuff to do with her past , the album etc. you’ll understand her even more once watching that

[@KioshiWarrior]

It’s in my watch laterrrr 😩 I saved it for once I filmed this lol

[@jordannow13]

@@KioshiWarrior I definitely think you’ll enjoy it :)

[@alysiatheastronaut]

THIS ENTIRE ALBUM IS TOP TIERRRRR 😵‍💫I haven’t stopped listening since it dropped Love raye 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@AM-dd6dx]

I really enjoyed her talking directly to us at the beginning and ending of the album. A sweet personalized message, especially knowing how much her old label tried to suppress the release of this album. I hope she goes really far!

[@jordannow13]

She Ate this album up heavily. So proud of her and how much this fandom has grown ! Thank you for the great reaction Maya ! ❤️

[@handsomemahlambi]

Not the Kehlani fan jumping out of you when you saw who’s on Escapism.

[@KioshiWarrior]

She lept 💀

[@handsomemahlambi]

@@KioshiWarrior 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@shaggybro9330]

And OSCAR WINNING TEARS is LIVE RECORDED Girl the talent

[@stephaniefrost4910]

OBSESSED with all the genre bending and the album being called “My 21st Century Blues”…. 👩🏽‍🍳💋 she didn’t let herself make only blues music. It’s HER new modern spin on it. Also, Blues is very present in so many other genres like jazz, rock, R&B, etc. which are all genres she hit on this album (excluding rock)! Plus she’s so good at singing other genres so it’s just perfect.

[@michaelfrancis0219]

28:26 Fun fact about Flip A Switch, the song originally featured Normani (but the duet version had very different chorus, verses, bridge, etc)

[@jordannow13]

Her and Mike Sabath made some of these songs years ago. She make worth it at age 19 i believe, wrote ice cream man when she was 19 too but rewrote it after the experience at age 21. Five star hotels and Oscar winning tears are quite old too.

[@stephaniefrost4910]

40:09 Worth It is hands down my favorite song on the album. It’s just so happy! 😍 and it’s in direct contrast to Five Star Hotels which is so fun! 😂another good driving song

[@jordannow13]

it is extremely necessary that you react to the music videos too. The visuals and PAIN. Heartbreaking

[@somethingsomething1961]

Intro: 4:08 Oscar Winning Tears: 4:36 Hard Out Here: 7:21 Black Mascara: 10:56 Escapism w/ That's It: 13:43 Mary Jane: 17:05 The Thrill is Gone: 20:35 Ice Cream Man: 24:16 Flip a Switch: 28:24 Body Dysmorphia: 30:47 Environmental Anxiety: 33:52 Five Star Hotels w/ Mahalia: 37:51 Worth it: 39:58 Buss It Down: 42:23 FIN: 44:34

[@maddy1040]

i’m actually obsessed with you just from this video. what a stunner inside and out are you kidding

[@KioshiWarrior]

Stawwwwp thank you so much 😭🖤

[@s.w.5220]

Sis told a hold story from beginning to end and I was here for it allllllll

[@cheerbunnii]

Ive had this album on REPEAT since i first heard escapism just a month ago.. never even knew it was a billboard hit.. perks of leaving most social media.. music is always new and fresh for me, even months later 😂

[@geszek]

Raye is so talented and underrated. Love her and this album is completely amazing!

[@stephaniefrost4910]

35:39 IT IS. I told my godmom I don’t like watching the news because it’s depressing and she didn’t disagree but she also asked me “how do you know what’s going on in the world?” and I said “….TikTok” We both shook our heads and laughed! I’ve never been so embarrassed 😂

[@neilphilipcrump]

You are a beautiful person. Thank you for your kind and opennes. You are fantastic and have the best energy. X

[@KioshiWarrior]

Thank you so much 😭✨

[@stephaniefrost4910]

38:00 THAT INTRO IS OFFENSIVE. 😍😩 I listen to that song while driving all the time and I make the stank face EVERY TIME 😂

[@BradEvans21]

love your energy, love this album!! 💙

[@KioshiWarrior]

Ahhh thank you love! I literally just got into your content, love what you do as well 😄✨

[@BradEvans21]

@@KioshiWarrior aww no way! 🫶🏻

[@shemajdgantt5732]

​@@KioshiWarriory'all should link up and collab. I would LIVE

[@kndrj9608]

i love RAYE so much im so happy she's finally getting recognition so deserved !

[@s.w.5220]

YASSSS WAS WAITING FOR THIS ONE!!! One of the BEST debut album I have heard in a minute! Escapism is still played religiously in this household purrrrr

[@itskbhoe]

love how many different sounds and genres and influences there are on this but it still blends sonically

[@geeavin8665]

hands down it’s my ALBUM OF THE YEAR ❤

[@MimiLingo]

‘It’s giving prince’ Omg this is exactly what I thought but you’re the only reactor I’ve seen say the same. Thought I was being crazy for a second there

[@LAVISHING]

Loved writing this album with Raye! Can’t wait to see her live in October in Minnesota!

[@maryam77720]

YES FINALLY I’VE BEEN WAITING FOR IT FOR SOOO LONG 😭😭😭 i even tweeted this and tagged u to react cause i KNEW you’d love this album this is ur kind of music ahhh i’m so excited to watch this omg

[@MichaelBeveraggi]

LETS GO QUEENS

[@KioshiWarrior]

LOVE YOU BROOOOO 😌🖤✨

[@y5ndi]

just finished listening to this album for the first time and i can confidently say that this is album of the year in my eyes

[@MrFraserAnderson]

Sometimes when I need a serotonin boost, I just come back to watch her reaction to Buss It Down 😂

[@bogdanionut4423]

I went to her show and it's absolutely amazing, she has a live band and all the songs sound sooo good live

[@ltaylor3033]

I've seen videos of her performing with the live band and it truly elevates it!

[@mdxzao]

I know everytime Maya gives me a video I'm receiving peace as well. Girl, I FREKING LOVEEEDDDD this reaction. I love so much!!! Raye is amazing, I have no words for this beech

[@earthling9891]

i adoreeeee (!!!) the way she writes her songs, the metaphors are strong and complex, one line flows into the next

[@faithbrooks6104]

i love jamming out with you and reacting with you, u are so ICONIC. raye ate that album up. god bless her and you MAAM

[@jordannow13]

Btw, the album cover is her youngest sister

[@deependmashups8715]

Yep. This is the one

[@carterjamesmellor]

She is currently touring I’m not sure about the US! But truly the show was one of the best I’ve ever been to, it was a WHOLE journey!! You need tickets 🎤🫀

[@gabrieleduggento7596]

Her Tiny Desk‘s been released. You‘re not ready ❤

[@MrsJaz]

Omg yay!!!! You’re reacting to Raye! I discovered her about 5-6 months ago and have been loving her since. More video reactions next PLEASE! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@tomihartley9852]

been WAITING for your reaction to this project!! shes an artist, i adore this album, start to finish!!

[@jpjustscouse6031]

BEEN WAITING FOR THIS FOR TIMEEE!!!!!!! Raye makes me proud to be British

[@davejones6064]

She put her album cover stage scene in front of her old label to lauch the album ❤

[@jordannow13]

The way normani was on flip a switch orginally 😢

[@maysonlear5622]

Apparently she’s on the remix

[@KioshiWarrior]

Was she really?!?!? Ooooo she woulda ate that

[@jordannow13]

@@KioshiWarrior frrrr

[@xThatxGuy]

@@KioshiWarrior her version leaked online

[@thecavalieryouth]

Stop lying!? Stop spreading mistruths!!!! Was she really?? 😮

[@itsmebecky24]

I'm so sorry you went through what you did,and I'm even more sorry for all of humanity for not believing you when you asked them for solidarity,I hope you heal❤

[@liljawarnsberg2568]

I have never seen you before but I’m definitely gonna keep watching your videos because you are so freaking funny and absolutely gorgeous girl

[@ancarr]

@rayeoffical needs to watch this, this is a perfect representation of listening to her album for the first time , love your reaction!!!

[@jay-wr6lh]

I've never clicked so fast in my life, i waiting for this vídeo for so long, love this album so much 😭💖

[@pheonixart4305]

I have to say i really enjoy watching your videos, you're so authentic i love seeing your personality shine. You have a very beautiful energy

[@missbzmoo9039]

Body Dysmorphia never failed to have me laughing and bawling at the same time. Because how dare she pulled that kid's voice at the end??? 😭

[@rebekahapps9828]

you’re reactions are giving me chills 😆😆 first video of yours and i love you!!!!

[@liamireland9028]

Wow 🎉 this album is insane ❤❤ thank you so much your review was so lovely and made this more special for me xx ❤❤❤

[@PIPFinalFilmProject]

First vid of yours I found and SO glad I did! You bring the energy, darling. ✨️ thanks for making this so fun to watch! I feel like I'm hanging out with my cool older friend listening to music lmao

[@rayaanq9184]

WE WOULD HAVE A PROBLEM IF RAYE DOESNT WIN ANY AWARDS TOWARDS THIS ALBUM OR AS BEST NEW ARTIST!!!

[@BrunoDiMaio]

this is my aoty so far...loved loved looooved your reaction. Thank u!

[@adampluskowski6993]

This was the most enjoyable reaction I have ever seen! Thank you!!! Also, so excited you got to experience this album, what a masterpiece

[@szymsii]

having tickets for that tour is such a fucking great feeling

[@sarapathan6063]

i hope she gets all her flowers she deserves them all this album opened me to a new perspective and journey 🤍

[@wildtamer4461]

enviromental anxiety and buss it down in the same album is WILD, i love it

[@Emy_M33]

Just found your channel because of RAYE! If you think this is good you HAVE to listen to her live album!! She goes offfff 💜💜 can’t wait to watch more 😊

[@AshMK]

this is top 3 of all time, such a shame it’s not globally known :(

[@paigewood8372]

Raye is touring right now with Kali Uchis! They have a couple more dates in the US but I think they move to the EU tour soon

[@coclementine]

Had to make sure I caught both versions of this video because this album is a MASTERPIECE 👏🏻 so happy she’s receiving so much love now *would also a love a video reacting to her videos too!

[@handsomemahlambi]

Play “Buss It Down.” into “CHURCH GIRL” You’re welcome😅❤️🫧

[@jasminesmith8328]

This album really surprised me I love it so much!

[@stephaniefrost4910]

34:55 “country leaders fucked our futures and they think we haven’t noticed” 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@MathildaSamosir]

great reaction girl, luvv it!! 🎉🙌🏻 new subscriber here. Wish I could re-experience RAYE’s album for the first time again

[@taylorchameleon]

ALBUM! OF! THE! YEAR! THAT'S IT.

[@rutiletwins7237]

Album of the year!!

[@nunyuh7102]

i finally figured it out. the ending of Worth It reminds me of the ending of Good Times, the tv show! Good TIIIIIIIIIiiiiIiimes! 😭

[@stephaniefrost4910]

Maya, I am so sorry to be blowing up your KZbin Studio notifications like this 😂 I think this might be the most comments I’ve ever left on one of your videos lol 😬 I’m just very much in love with this album!

[@KioshiWarrior]

You’re absolutely fine babe lmao I love it toooooo!

[@emilyhosch8820]

this reaction was so funnn to watch 🩷 and yes this album is amazinggg I can’t process

[@Transgurlnextd00r]

The music video for Black Mascara is EVERYTHING!!! I highly recommend it.

[@faisalahmad8181]

Album of the year literally

[@zoemarie1646]

PLEASE react to RAYES 21st Century Symphony - the live version at Royal Albert Hall with full choir and symphony orchestra. Had me in TEARS, it’s incredible

[@neontyler6663]

*INSTANT CLASSIC MASTERPIECE* A clear Album of the year and album of the century ❤

[@emirabellee]

I was dancing with you behind my screen the whole time 🕺 definitely album of the year to me

[@konohanajuniper]

Here for Raye🤸‍♀️, found you🗣 and your nrg fantastic😉🎉! ABSOLUT! GRÜßE AUS DEUTSCHLAND ❤

[@alxstrv]

AOTY FOR REAL

[@leonardolucasrs]

The Thrill is Gone is my shit 😍👑🙌🏻 live gets even better

[@bkmrs]

Been waiting for your reaction to Buss It Down since the album came out, I kneeeeeeeeeeeew you were gonna love it !! She did a phenomenal job

[@JillianJr]

Just found you looking at escapism reactions, and I LOVE you!!!

[@KioshiWarrior]

Ahhhh thank you for watching!!!

[@JillianJr]

@@KioshiWarrior every single track I had the same reaction. This album was one I’ve been waiting for and it was way more than I could have ever thought! Thanks for your content you’re awesome!!!

[@jordannow13]

You need to see her live performance of the thrill is gone

[@reevancarey]

Black Mascara is the best song in the album! Urrrghhh so addictive!

[@jamiewilson9280]

Please react to her singing Oscar winning tears with the London Philharmonic Orchestra. It’s phenomenal!

[@coadyt.benett2678]

I'm glad she's getting her flowers she's has been underated for so long and written so many A list Artists including the likes of Beyonce Bigger song !!

[@Marie-ok9zx]

yesssss thanks for this reaction, queen!!

[@FixingCell]

OMG I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS FOR MONTHS THANK YOU FOR REACTING ❤

[@user-iw8wl9wu8y]

she's been touring non stop on supporting acts she's abt to start supporting kali uchis

[@armsamelia]

I loveeee this album. We need more black, FEMALE, artists out there singing about real issues please. This is MUSIC ok? I will not be taking any other comments at this time thank you

[@starrr365]

Yesss I been WAITING for this one