Metal Musician Reacts To Band-Maid Endless Story Live

[@tinyhato]

For it to be Saiki, of all of them, to come out and say those words with that obvious emotion made it that much more powerful. She's been becoming more confident and outgoing over the years and her willingness to appear vulnerable here felt like the culmination of that process.

[@GeographRick]

I have been lucky enough to see them 4 times. Originally, I was amazed by the musicianship. But seeing Saiki and standing about 6 feet away from her I was totally smitten. They originally tried to portray her as an ice queen but I was lucky enough when she was looking right at me I gave her a thumbs up and winked while continuing to sing. I couldn’t believe it. She is truly an amazing singer and frontman but she will notice you if she can see you. She’s an absolute sweetheart in reality.

[@rosssnel3117]

They got all of us with this one. I can't watch this video without getting misty eyed. Band-Maid is so much more than a rock band.

[@創業支援相談室]

サイキさんの歌は、言霊（ことだま）。

[@佐々木幸司-c7x]

ここにあるコメントを軒並み読んでいくうちに何だかジーンときてしまって🥲何だろう本当に涙腺が弱くなったなぁ､､バンドメイドのメンバー達は素晴らしいファンが多くてとても幸せだね😃この先もずっとカッコいいrockを、素晴らしい楽曲を楽しみにしてますよ👍Miku,Kanami,Akane,Misa,Saikiへ👋😃

[@JustDunk]

You are the coolest !!!

[@pohojisan1287]

Hi, JustDunk. Great reaction! In the past, when talking about endless Story, KANAMI, the lead guitarist and composer of the song, said, "This song can only be completed when all the audience (Masters and Princesses) join with the "WO-WO" chorus in the live venue."

[@JustDunk]

Truth here

[@HG-kr5dc]

From Japan.　　I can't tell you how many times they have made me cry. I understand what you are saying very well. They all strike a chord with me.　　They are really an extraordinary band.　　　They are the greatest treasure of Japan.

[@LawrenceCox-bv9zt]

I won't tell you how many times this live video has forced a tear or two or more out of me. BAND-MAID has moved me from the beginning and, I feel, they have become a movement thanks to their fans' devotion and their devotion to their fans.

[@danielkral9896]

In the 9 years I've been listening to them , this has happened to me many times . And I've heard just about everything in music in my life. They have no competition at the moment.

[@realdocloco]

The reason we love 'em so much is that we knew from the first moment we met them that they had THAT in them, that incredible capacity to convey emotions. That's the reason why we love music and concerts don't we? That's the reason why music and concerts makes us feel ALIVE.

[@佐々木幸司-c7x]

Thank you for your tears. I felt I was given something from you.

[@Racer-X-090]

Miku has a gift for writing impactful lyrics. Even after being translated to another language they still hold their power.

[@charlescoleman4017]

Totally agree. Her amazing is she in this regard? So much love and respect for that small pigeon!! ❤🕊❤🕊❤🕊❤🕊

[@Parker--]

The funny thing is, I love this song as one of my absolute favorites but never looked up the lyrics. The official video is the first time I read the lyrics fully translated and you know what? It doesn't change a single thing about how I emotionally react to it. The lyrics articulate the exact emotions the song has always brought out of me. It's a testament to Miku and her ability to perfectly translate the spirit of the song into written word and a testament to Kanami to compose exactly what she is trying to convey through the music itself without written word. This song is so powerful. They made me love music again. I love these ladies.

[@greylocke100]

The extra verse, plus the emotional impact of seeing the teas in the eyes of the Ladies as they performed this song, hit ALL of us. HARD!. Yet again, another reason we love these 5 young Ladies.

[@alejandrooyarzo9170]

Thank you Miku, for forming this wonderful band and writing such beautiful lyrics.

[@CAPTCHAZ]

You're not alone... I have watched this video about 10 times now and I cry every time.... Being a disabled musician that can't play keyboards anymore. I am now living my life through Band-Maid.. Great reaction Band-Maid has been healing me for the past 9 years... Keep Rocking Dude 🤘🤘❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🕊️🇺🇸

[@GeographRick]

They have often shown appreciation to their fans and have written three songs dedicated to us. And now they turned this one into a dedication as well.

[@geoffb5]

Miku always writes such beautiful and powerful lyrics and Saiki delivers them so well.

[@eaglez1901]

They did a real good editing job on this to not show how much the members were crying during this song. In the livestream of this, it was very evident how emotional they were

[@bocatampere]

Thinking same..Never seen Kanami so emotional than in livestream of this..And everybody else also

[@杉澤和哉]

Thanks for the video. I'm really happy to have discovered their music. Rock music wasn't dead, the listeners were dead. I believe that wonderful listeners like you will revive music and leave it for future generations. Luckily, their playlist is huge and will continue to grow. If you continue this journey, I will follow you. Someday, when their career ends, they will surely play this song for the last time again. That's when I'll remember this reaction video. Thank you.

[@russellpotter7294]

This was the song that ended the three and a half hours concert. Having watched the concert at the time and on repeat while it was available. I just can't believe my thrill and emotion still stays with me after all this time. Just impossible to put into words. What a band.

[@jaedo6180]

While the last two had the epic bass v guitar battles, this one was all Saiki! I really felt her heart. Damn it, who's cutting onions right now?!😅

[@jkh0121]

We are really lucky to live in BAND-MAID era. At first, this song does not impact that much to me. But it gets much bigger and bigger. What an amazing songs and band! No band for my life is bigger than them. 🎀😍🤘🏻🎸🥁

[@daft73games]

Endless story filling up the reservoirs around the world! 🤘😂🤘

[@brunobryant4846]

😂 I've added a few buckets worth 👍🍻

[@kan5372]

You're right. It's impossible to watch such a wonderful live performance and not cry. I will continue to support them forever.

[@howardbrown911]

Amen to this!!!!!❤🧡💛💚💜

[@dave4reel188]

I will honestly admit that in the 3 years I had followed these women prior to seeing them live in Nashville, I never really paid much attention to this song. But when they ended the show with it, I had to do a deep dive and finding out that this was a love song written to their fan base.....I'm slightly thankful I didn't know at the time. I would've been a 52 year old man sobbing in the middle of an amazing rock show

[@masahiros.1405]

BAND-MAID's wonderful music connects everything. No matter where we are in the world, you and I will be connected through your tears. The world's best rock band makes that possible. Great reaction.

[@jkkansasband7056]

If you didn't shed a tear JD then I'd think you didn't have heart or soul. Happy to be a Maidiac with you. Wear it proudly. Peace. 8.17

[@mightydegu]

I'll assure you that none of us cried several times during this 3.5 hour concert. Nope, not at all.

[@Parker--]

Especially the song right before this and the big screen. Nope, wasn’t completely bawling my eyes out at all.😭 I hope that’s the next video for this concert.

[@rRobR]

Kanami wrote the music for this years ago (lyrics by Miku) it was meant to be for their appearance at a big venue, and after working their a,s,s,es off for 10 yrs they finally got to use it for what they wrote it for, a lot of emotions from them all, but Saiki just about lost it, 10,000ish people all singing back to them, also Midori, Asami and Haruna from Lovebites were there

[@Langenschwerte]

You can really tell that a part of them are looking out at that crowd, in a huge arena, and thinking "We made it. We're now not just a rock band. We are Rock Stars!" I think many of us knew that already, but I'm sure seeing it finally come to fruition had to have been a special moment for them all.

[@sceif]

Got me the first time, gets me every time. Hearing Saiki's voice crack is just instant tears of joy. Proud to be a maidiac forever and always.

[@tilepusher]

Thank you so much for your reaction! I truly believe you get it! You got me as a subscriber!

[@koji-chandayo]

Band-Maid are beautiful angels who taught me the meaning of life.

[@sugaanessena3143]

The onion ninjas was fierce that night. I can't watch this video without shedding some tears.

[@sugaanessena3143]

@rogerchance9074 How many in the bag in total?😂

[@howardbrown911]

I have watched this video at least 8 times and every time I tear up. What other band, WHAT OTHER BAND would create a song to say thank you to their fans? I've been around for 72 years and I've never heard one. This song is just beautiful and Saiki (my voice princess) absolutely sings it with more emotion than I have ever heard her before and she has done some good one, i.e. "Choose Me." What is there not to love about this band. Thank God I lived long enough to see them.

[@chrisegbertky]

You heard of Love right? Love despite all the bullshit all humans must endure and defeat in all meaningful human endeavors. What a band! Powered by Love!

[@bartyslattfast]

This, they value each other and appreciate the fans; it's love in different forms and always sincere and beautiful.

[@philipcable437]

Miku's lyrics hit you right in the feels..

[@brunobryant4846]

It's not giving away any secrets noting the incredible talents and creativity of this band and their individual gorgeousness, but this, this is beauty from the inside out and it is bigger than B-M because they are embracing all of us, from all points on the globe and we're united as Maidiac followers of these amazing women. So many of the bands I enjoy have been subject to internal acrimony, bullsh*t ego, arrogance and entitlement, not so the Maids, after a decade of their hard work and sacrifices - try working full time in a band chasing a career especially as women in rock, oh and your Japanese and wear maid outfits - this band remains humble, respectful and grateful to their fan base, incredible, long may they reign, what a fcken band Po 👍🍻

[@phaeron]

I think you're now starting to see why for quite a lot of us Band-Maid is so much more than just good music. When this song came on after 3 1/2 hours in this monster set back in November, a lot of flood gates were opened around the globe (and still do now with this video). And yes, they're not tears of sadness, but of joy and pride for what these ladies have achieved and we simply wish them all the best and success... And all this despite the fact that I have never even seen them live in person and am nothing more than a simple fan of theirs.... They thank us, but it's actually us who should be thanking them! Every single one of these 5 ladies and especially all of them together are very, very special as far as I'm concerned. ❤‍🔥🕊🤘🏻 _____________________ 「 _"Our rock never dies ever. Forever!"_ 」 - from *BAND-MAID* - 'Manners' ♬🕊

[@howardbrown911]

You are so right!!!!

[@Glenner7]

Actually, Miku made you cry, Kanami provided the soundtrack, and Saiki brought the feels, big time.

[@dancershorty12]

I clicked on this reaction randomly, I hadn't watched the live for this song yet. But damn it I was not expecting to be tearing up while eating my breakfast over here 😂

[@jjo154]

The emotion, the love. Damn! It looked like Akane was about to burst out in tears as well.

[@宮崎裕二-r4m]

世界中にバンドメイドが浸透すれば争い事は無くなるでしょう。 愛の塊。

[@modelsfan]

if you don't cry by the end of the song you have no soul

[@ericifune5543]

The finale to the final show of their 10th anniversary tour. You see the joy on their faces.

[@reconbbs360]

Kanami's composition + Miku's lyrics = Amazing music. This song hits the feels.

[@akatzukianlun]

Just don't let saiki write the lyrics,, 😂😂 its gonna be brutal..lol

[@reconbbs360]

@@akatzukianlun Yea....would "Hate" to be on the receiving end of her lyrics. 😂

[@scottmcgregor4829]

Akane already made me cry ugly when they were in Chicago 2022. That video and this video made me love them so much more . Akane with tears steaming down her face, was priceless. Check out that video. Warning, if anyone had dry eyes watching this video you won't watching Akane in complete cry ugly mode. Such a contrast from her constant smile.

[@jeffedwards9180]

Those tears at the end of that Chicago HoB show is what set the hook deep in me. I had just watched my 1st few B-M MV's, and since I'm in the Chicago area, I was curious what I had missed. If I had only known of them I few months earlier, I'd of been in that crowd. So glad I was at the Minneapolis show in '23.

[@scottmcgregor4829]

@@jeffedwards9180 don't worry, Their best is yet to come.

[@rubyvolt]

the BEST BAND in the world. IF you have not done Memorable, or About Us, you could do a double. Have a BOX of tissues ready.

[@surfingasongwave]

Music is emotion. Band-Maid are among the very best.

[@charlescoleman4017]

They had me crying through most of this 3.5 hour show, but especially the last few songs. Just amazing! 🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲❤❤❤❤❤🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊

[@armynurseboy]

Yup. They usually play a face melter immediately before they melt your heart with this one m.

[@EdwardBarnes-z4w]

Yes , BAND MAID life is Beautiful ! they bring us so much love !

[@Muzicman2112]

When Endless Story first came out I didn’t care for it that much! Many Maidiacs that I met waiting for Band-Maid to play couldn’t believe that I didn’t care for the song, when they played it live it felt like I had a renewed spirit that had enlightened!!! From my least liked song to one of my favorite songs!!

[@BM4-Life]

When *BAND-MAID* wrote this song it was intended to be their anthem song and was hoping that some day to perform this song in front of a huge crowds. At the *Welcome to Rockville Festival* one of those dream became a reality as *BAND-MAID* was scheduled to perform at 3:30pm but due to the weather conditions *BAND-MAID* was later that night when a lot of people start showing up to see the headliners and *BAND-MAID* had the crowd that night singing to Endless Story. I thought that was an epic moment, but I got to say this definitely top that.

[@JuanSan66]

Epic ending for an epic concert. Oh, I'm not crying again, there is something in my eye...

[@Senji-Ch.]

I am so happy someone else cried also during this performance ♥ Great and genuine reaction man! Much love to you and all the Madiacs ♥

[@JustDunk]

Thanks Senji! Yeah definitely got me wiping me my eyes

[@danmolnar402]

I’ve watched this a bunch of times and it’s getting to me every time

[@TJ-gs2sy]

I thought I can hold it but Saiki's thanks at the end......😭

[@spadeas49]

I won't judge for crying, I saw it on the premiere, without sub at that time, and still cried. The pure and honest emotion on the maid face was enough to make their feeling pass through. Like I said on the comment under their video, even if they called their concert "a serving", they give us as much as we give them, it's not a serving, it's a comunion between peoples. Also, yeah, I think Saiki and Akane at least were struggling to refrain from crying at the very end.

[@mootod]

Saiki made me cry. I have been thinking of the reason of my tears. I found an answer. We, fans are included in this band.

[@topographic1973ify]

If you listen to It's A Beautiful Day GALILEO/DO YOU REMEMBER THE SUN? from the Marrying Maiden album from the 70's and AND YOU AND I by Yes and think about those while listening to Endless Story you'll understand why i like Band maid so much. I've seen both of those songs performed live, in concert. I really hope you take the opportunity to hear those because I think they're impactful too. I finally found another band that gives me similar feelings after 50+ years of searching. I really enjoy your Band Maid reviews.

[@michaelpeck6746]

Now you see why we love Band Maid and why we are maidiacs❤😊

[@archaeopteryx981]

That last verse was added specifically for this performance. Kanami wrote this song five or six years ago hoping to one day have it performed there at Yokohama Arena with the whole audience singing along.

[@redj59]

Wow

[@TlanImass]

On your last pause, that lyric is brand new too! Miku-chan especially wrote it for this concert. Watch the Chicago House of Blues performance of this song (fancam by Edward Hunt). You’ll know my intention. 😭

[@charlescoleman4017]

Yes, Dunk, do what he says. Trust us.

[@foxgod4466]

Saiki cry, every Maidiacs cry...absolutely amazing song and performance. Great react man. See you ! 🤟🦊🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🇯🇵

[@alskiindy]

Jim Valvano once said - if you laugh, you think and you cry, that’s a full day. Band-Maid helps you fill your day.

[@jordank2028]

Got a big lump in my throat many times during this concert when they live streamed it. Also felt that way during the Acoustic performance. Especially when i saw Miku do her solo guitar parts. I've been listening and watching band maid since 2014 and the growth and evolution of this band is amazing.

[@stonefaction]

I don't know what it is with this song. I don't need to know the translation of the lyrics to be able to just 'feel' the emotion in this song....especially in this performance. The final song 'Page' from the acoustic okyu-ji gets me the same way. So glad I found this band.

[@JayDeeMC]

Every time I watch this, it hits me. Beautiful, powerful song and performance. And the emotion that Saiki showed was so much more than you usually see. They love their fans. They are incredible.

[@st-m9303]

Hello I felt the same way The tears you shed are so beautiful Thank you for the great reaction From a Japanese person who shed tears at the venue.

[@jeffreykuska7877]

This song brings the band and fans to become one! It’s awesome. This band is special. #bandmaid ❤

[@fernandoloya6325]

What a great finale they really are an Endless Story. Tears from emotions why the hell not thanks Band Maid see you again very soon cheers

[@jeffjohnston7925]

JustDunk, I subscribed to your channel because of your reaction to this. These ladies are just incredible. I am a man who will be 60 this year. In all my life I have liked music, had favorite songs, favorite groups and the like. But these ladies...WOW these ladies have made me for the first time in my life a true diehard fan of a musical group. They kick butt, the are each masters of their instruments, that much talent in one group of HUMBLE and SWEET young ladies is a gift to us all. It takes a real man to admit that something touches your heart and soul. Seeing your tears made my own fall freely. These ladies have fans not just because of their talent, not just because they are all beautiful, they have fans because they are HUMBLE, KIND, LOVING of their fans and so GENUINE! Thank you for this reaction, thank you for pointing out how deep their lyrics are. I wish them the best, because they themselves are the best!

[@JustDunk]

Agreed wholeheartedly Jeff, they are indeed spectacular

[@frankandre4385]

Thank you for your heartfelt reaction to this ,Sir Dunksalot ! The composing genius of Kanami is at work again. Emotion and nostalgia are hallmarks of Band Maid songs. This one in particular ( in the key of E) has a chorus that matches many notes of Auld Lang Syne. Talk about nostalgia ? The tempo is different, but one song fits easily into the other.🤔 Thanks Kanami...you never cease to amaze me ! 🤯

[@airlinesecret6725]

HAHA , you big softy, I have watched this must be 30 times now and cried every-time PO!

[@rockandrollrockandrollrock6930]

Was lucky enough to see them three times last year and the first two I was on the rail in front of saiki. They closed the first show I was at with this and me and everyone around me were balling our eyes out while singing back. It feels so lame to say, but the moments where we would yell back to saiki and she would light up and give us the thumbs up throughout the shows are the happiest concert memmories I havve now lol

[@NicsMetalArt]

There just isn’t any way to get through this song without being engulfed in the emotion they share. Watched this so many times. And during the live stream for a month, and the end result was always the same. Wiping my eyes .BAND-MAID loves their fans as much as we love them.❤ .

[@auzdoz]

Dude. What a powerful performance! Thus is a group connecting with their fan base in a way I've yet to see from other bands. Keep Rocking Amigo!!!👍🏼🤟🏼✌🏻

[@rinpenjyunsei]

This video is a 3 and a half hour solo concert. This is the 33rd and final song of that performance. That alone is moving.

[@richardn8866]

I feel you JustDunk. I was there that night. It wasn't a concert, it was a celebration of the past ten years. After the lights came up, and the announcements for 2024 were done, I must have sat there for 5 minutes, just to compose myself and soak in what I had just witnessed that night. It was pure magic and I walked out humming wowowowo wowo wowowo..... Cheers!

[@flugelhornoldman1362]

Thanks again from Japan 有難う。I was there in Yokohama with tears of joy and saddness to say good-bye to the girls. The moving finale of the 3-hour-40-minute long show. (33 songs) A little off topic. I went to see Band-Maid's ACOUSTIC concert held in Shibuya on March 20. All of 14 songs performed there were amazing. The finale of the show "Daydreaming" was especially breathtaking for me. In addition to the beautiful singing, kudos to FIVE instrumental players ! (Saiki on piano)

[@neilwoodley530]

Good morning young man. Somewhere back along the road, I forgot how to cry tears of joy. Then, two years ago out of nowhere, I stumbled upon Band Maid. (Shout out to Verdy Channel, I can't thank her enough). Since then, through this band and their music, tears of joy have been an almost daily gift. The last six months have been challenging (I think that's the word we use now) but I made it through. And it is such a joy to be able to see and hear this performance. If anyone watched this and didn't cry... check for a pulse. Keep up the good work kiddo.

[@JESTERSFALLS]

Wow! Felt that one too. Very impactful. Damn good performance, hell yeah

[@sjnix7044]

That last verse was special for this show only. It gets me every time too, man. You get it, and we get you.

[@keithmeyer9558]

I wonder if they knew 4 years ago that this song was meant to end that show.

[@ericifune5543]

Kanami specifically wrote it for Yokohama Arena.

[@_DriveTime]

Q: How did you write Endless Story? Kanami: It all started when I went to see some artist live at Zozo Marine Stadium in Chiba. I imagined us standing there, and recorded a melody in a voice memo on my phone on a bus on my way home. After a while, I started to shape it. I realized again it’s inspiring to see other artists live. I wish to make that song grow and bring it to an arena or a dome.

[@atldawg8642]

This plus Memorable and About Us will always get to me. Their love for the fans is unmatched.

[@johancoetser906]

This song gives me chills

[@armynurseboy]

This was the first song with a MV off of Conquerer. What is ironic is at the time the song was released a portion of the fan base wasn't sold on the song. They were afraid the ladies were going "soft" (of course, the next MV to drop was Rinne 😉). Now it's almost universally loved as their go-to show closer.....

[@TheJerm]

I have a theory... Most of us are so damned HAPPY and PROUD of what these five impossibly hard rockin' Maids have accomplished that we're almost to the bursting point, hence, liquid is forced out of our eye holes. See?...SCIENCE! 😂 Great IMPACTFUL reaction, JD! 🕊

[@roqy]

Has there ever been a classier act than these women? I don’t think so. This performance of this song is the toast at the band/audience wedding reception. A toast to past and future.

[@gorillack_japan]

BAND-MAID have succeeded in destroying your lachrymal glands!🥺🥹😭

[@catracer437]

This is why I love this band and the fans. It's a tremendous positive feedback loop that, well, never ends. Got me sniffled up, but it felt really good. Happy tears are the best kind, my man. I think watching Kanami trying to hold it together got to me the most. Great review, sir. Keep' em coming.

[@gaborberkes468]

Every tears they worth it and they deserve it and also they appreciate it 😊

[@wickeddummy]

Yeah I'm honest, I cried too 😄 Finding music that can move you on an emotional level is so much joi 🤗 I'm so glad I found, like you, all these amazing japanese bands, they are on another level 😊 Take care ✌️

[@JustDunk]

So well put wicked!

[@philcalvino884]

For me the Yokohama concert was the capstone of all their early struggles as a band and the loss of so much during covid, including the opportunity to play Budokan. And Endless Story was the capstone to that capstone. And omg, all the things they have coming up!

[@hoges412]

That moment.... when Saiki walks down the stage extension and the house lights illuminate the crowd, really gives me chills. I think everyone reacts emotionally to this performance. And now for the next wonderful instalment of their endless story, the double bill concert in Japan with The Warning on June 12. Damn, I'd love to be there, just hope they stream it.

[@MichaelNolen]

If you haven't yet, watch the MV of this song. During the 26 Oct 2022 concert, the crowd started singing the intro and Saiki looked at Kanami with surprise. React to "About us" next.

[@dennisacarter4332]

Great reaction! Saiki got me too! She’s become such a rock star.

[@kakqu]

😭yeah I was right there with ya...🕊🍌🍻☕🚂- -⚾

[@jan-ovepedersen5764]

Thank you for reacting to Band-Maid. At an okyuji somewhere in the USA, when Band-Maid played Endless Story, Akane cried for a great part of the song, but managed to play the song flawlessly still. I remember they said in an interview that this song was written for moments like the one at Yokohama Arena, it's for sure a stadium singalong song. The Yohohama Arena version is the best version I've seen, I've seen the song being played at TGT and Zepp Shinjuku, but YA is the best to date. Again, Band-Maid are better live compared to the record 🙂Greetings from Norway

[@reesereese2524]

Purchased the extended ticket and will say each time Saiki had me a total mess ... Great reaction

[@bocatampere]

Life is beautiful with Band-Maid 🔥🤘❤️💥

[@tasminoben686]

Ja, Markus, That is so Right! Especially for an Old Man Like Me, P. Oh! Now for today? Matthias Agon! Let the Tomorrow! Have Neis weekend, greetings from Hamburg, Ben❤😢😢😢🎉😂

[@bocatampere]

@@tasminoben686 🙏🏻❤️ Have a great weekend there, Ben. Greets from Tampere 🇫🇮

[@tasminoben686]

@rogerchance9074 ☺️👍🏻🤘🏻✌🏻

[@stevenclark7600]

Dunk,you do realise your a hopeless case now,no shame sir,you are just like the rest of us,,everything these ladies produce has a meaning,a feeling,a vibe,in which ever genre they dip into,İ have been around for a long time and no band has ever affected me like BM has,period..