MORE THAN AN IDOL RAPPER!! | Rapper Reacts to RM 'Still Life (with Anderson .Paak)' Official MV

[@KnoxHill]

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[@jeanettasheehy3018]

RM has given us sooooo much content with this release....2 mvs so far, 2 lyric vids so far, 4 performances, and I have lost count of the number of interviews and behind the scenes stuff....def check out his performance at dia Beacon (4 tracks) and his interview with Zach Sang as well as Indigo album magazine film.

[@silviamunoz6863]

The whole album is a masterpiece, 10 different colors and one story... thte best thing to understand Wild Flower still better is to hear the whole album respecting its sequence... as always RM prepared a movie, an emotional trip!!

[@nnnnn2782]

React to Stray kids maxident album

[@slavestoitall]

Can't wait for your album deep dive! You absolutely just get RM and BTS. Thanks man!

[@remonnie175]

Hectic and No. 2 visualizer, RM live in NY @Dia Beacon, Forg_tful

[@marshymin613]

You’re probably the only KZbinr who actually pauses and thinks deeply about RM and BTS’s lyrics. The way you analyze them, put them into different contexts and just broaden the vague way of thinking is actually really amazing to see. Thank you for appreciating their lyrics and art. Much love to you. ❤️

[@ami2017angel]

Exactly

[@KiranaKikan]

yes! couldnt agree more!

[@reneezemlock7880]

I agree with this! But, there is another reactor named Cedric Gegel that also just GETS RM and BTS. He is an an actor/director so he comes at it from a very different perspective and is also worth checking out. :)

[@naniquena]

He is one of the few and I really love how insightful he is

[@nancymorin6797]

You do some of the BEST reactions. Listening to you, I always learn something new. Just love your channel! ❤

[@m.bk.3928]

Hi there, I'm 60+ and have only recently discovered the real beauty of rap, through BTS, I admit :) I love Namjoon's poetry and your great explanations, real good stuff you're doing, congrats! Cheers from Vienna, Austria!

[@alessiazuppardi8849]

I'm the same, they changed my mind about the stigma of the genre! since then I'm enjoying a lot of raps and hip-hop that are meaningful

[@lidasmith1462]

Same here ..

[@ishaking6278]

Cap here

[@daisysejera4253]

Same with me 44 year old mommy

[@BangtanAmi225]

I love how you’re always able to pause and think deeply about the messages that the artists are trying to send. Thank you for being an artist who loves and appreciates art. So refreshing! Thank you for reacting to RM!! 💜

[@evantesseract737]

He talked about where this song came from and what he means with it in his Tiny Desk. And you nailed it - art freezes something so it stops but also keeps it alive into the future, long after the subject of the painting dies. I would love to see a Knox Hill & RM conversation. 😁 You two think really similarly about the poetry of rap and the power of music. I feel similarly about myself and Suga. I want to sit with him and talk about storytelling 😁

[@ritznij7242]

Wow... Idk how you do it but you understand RM really well.. his lyrics almost always have some deep meanings but you always manage to decipher them... Kudos man🔥 Also Namjoon's pen game is so strong.. he is a genius.. and INDIGO is really such a great album.. each and every song is so GOOD 💜💙

[@vartite]

Another great breakdown! I interpreted the "look a your chain/look at my stain" bars as him saying, "while you're out here flaunting material (but ultimately insignificant) things, I'm making my mark and leaving a legacy that will outlive me." It just radiates that "you're a frog in a well" /"big fish in a small pond" energy. 💜

[@musicislife9744]

Wow this was a fantastic breakdown. I’m very excited for the live tomorrow Knox. I’m sure you’ve got ARMY pals already advising but just be wary of a lot of the lyric vids currently available. RM is really tricky to translate at the best of times, all translators will take their own meanings from it especially as Korean is mostly a descriptive language and not easy to directly translate. But the ones that are gaining all the views have put no effort into it, which is frankly insulting especially as RM has said numerous times now he hopes people pay attention to his lyrics. Thank god for people like you doing his art justice! Gunna come over to Patreon for the month, really keep meaning to and forgetting! Excited to see what’s over there pal 🙏

[@neddiflex2473]

Yep that's RM. Always deeper than everyone around him and always dragging us along with him. Thank god he's willing to share himself.

[@texasstateofmind744]

Can’t wait to watch Knox breakdown the entire “Indigo” album tomorrow. Let’s goooo 🙌🏼

[@therealchimshady7917]

Man just gotta say. I continue to be in awe at the way you breakdown songs, especially those in another language. As a massive hiphop head as you know, it’s something people don’t really open their minds to - that rapping in another language doesn’t always shine across right when translated. So much gets lost, so many bars and wordplay and it becomes more about ‘well he raps fast so he must be a better rapper’ kind of logic (*cough* like the ones that Teddy dude likes so much 🙃). But you look past all that, comment on what you can, add even more to the song and it’s so fucking great. I gotta lot of time for the BTS rappers. Believe it or not I was listening to Suga when he went by Gloss in his first underground crew. I was only a teenager but even then it had heart and felt natural. They’re not Kpop or idol rappers (appreciated your title) but the media always keep it all contained in one box, they’ll still carry on segregating all artists from Korea from the rest because it means they stay in control…So we continue to fight against it all as always.

[@canuckpagali]

Dope username!

[@slavestoitall]

Me nodding agreeing with RM and Knox's advice about not listening to haters after retaliating to some on the last vid 🤣 Dope breakdown man! I'm so excited for tomorrow, I've not made a live in ages! Can't wait man thanks a bunch for being your awesome self, and doing the best breakdowns. You rock!

[@mae__]

Damn probably the best lyrical breakdown I heard in a reaction so far! You definitely got the imagery straight away and love the way you articulated it, the dichotomy of unstopping still-life and the parallel with music

[@HopeJR13]

One of your best reactions! You captured so well the essence of everything RM wanted to portray in this song! As always thank you for your reaction!

[@texashorserescue3934]

This is a great vibe from RM & Anderson. Love it. Fantastic breakdown, Knox.

[@ycp890]

Your analysis of the concept 'still life' and 'still, life' (i.e., comparing himself and his music and their captured moments to any artwork titled 'still life', which seemingly depicts some object that doesn't move yet still moves the hearts and souls of people and, therefore, can be seen as a progressing and moving piece of artwork itself) is spot on. RM actually explained this quite similarly in his Weverse live he did right after the album's release. :) 😊

[@shakunmarie]

Your analysis of RM's thoughts in this song and poetic self of RM is on point.

[@cg.9219]

Love the full breakdown! Also his line “94 livin in Hannam Blvd” 1994 is the year he was born, Hannam is the reference of their last dorm located in Hannam The Hill - the most expensive apartment building in South Korea, approximately 9-Billion KRW or just about $7-$8 Million USD 🎉 What a flex. When all members got their own place I think he still chose to stay in Hannam. All top celebrities and conglomerates stays there too 😅

[@vanessaseymour2634]

That's Anderson in the beginning singing "I'm still life". Since he's not in the video RM mouths the words.

[@girlz0r]

On first listen, this gave me serious Jamiroquai vibes. I would seriously love more collabs with these two. Their voices work SO well together.

[@Drallanosha]

The way you analyze is so amazing I feel like you’re already in the Artist’s head and this is especially with BTS members cause their lyrics always have a deeper meaning and message

[@hobipalooza8563]

I love the bounce of them both in this, it's a great sound and vibe. Also love the concept, RM is an advocate and huge lover of art in general so it really fits him to a tee. He has put so much though into all the content he's released since his album dropped, he's released a concert film of him performing a few songs at Dia Beacon art museum. He did a couple really intimate and live band performances on Tiny Desk and it's all been so Namjoon, so personal and in-depth. I'm very excited for you to hear the whole album Knox! It's very versatile

[@maryannbaxter73]

Knox, you got the 2 meanings Kim Namjoon wanted to express: still life as his life has been always on display and then it is still life so we have to keep going. Yesssss. The whole album is spectacular. See you tomorrow.

[@taechwita5979]

Think one day we could get an RM x Knox interview/convo? Would pay money for it man! Thank YOU Knox and looking forward to the live!

[@vegasfairygodmother3764]

I was so excited to see this reaction - you caught on to his lyrics immediately! So ready for the live tomorrow!!!💜

[@gabby9587]

You are my favorite reactor, it's so satisfying seeing you breakdown the lyrics, and most of the times I can realize things I don't even have noticed before. I think it shows how smart and good rapper you are, and how your music must be reaaly nice too. Thank you for reacting!

[@X5J2UY]

I think the "look at my stain"- line is mostly about being humble. He is tired of the "go-getter" mentality and people using chains (and materialistic things) to flex. He'd rather show that he is just a normal dude, not taking himself too seriously by highlighting his stain. That also ties back to his first song - just being human.

[@azrilsyazrin]

to be honest I'm kinda lost when seeing this mv.. once full train of people, becoming empty.. but when you said "train of thoughts", I'm getting a full grasp of this view clearly.. this is why I always wait for your breakdowns Knox! love your perspective! 💜💜💜💜

[@hobipalooza8563]

I'm on Knox's Patreon and can confirm there are so many amazing BTS breakdowns just as in depth as the ones he puts on YT. Defo worth it 💜

[@chiangmairabbit9836]

How GREAT Reaction! I am very happy to see your reaction!

[@roohanisharma9381]

I cnt believe u got it .i heard rm say abt wt song is abt then I got it . N u got it without pretext . wow

[@rkivefoldr]

I always your reaction especially when explaining and deeply understanding on the music, lyricism, and els. Totally love it

[@soumilibhattacharjee3297]

Who would have thought that RM can come up with such a dope concept such as still life. What a ginius he is and thanks again for your amazing reaction.

[@DoesAngelsHaveWings]

Wale said in an interview that RM would be the biggest producer etc if he moved to the us. THIS is proof of it. It makes so much sense with these tracks, lonely and still life specifically

[@ehnahlynevora4451]

Its my second time hearing you react to a song. I love how you dissect the song to analyze and interpret it. Thank you so much. I'm a subscriber now, i need to watch you're work. You're amazing. I'm a fan.

[@susanmellinger4218]

This is such awesome commentary. I’m so glad you take the time to really really think about and appreciate all the aspects of the music.

[@minyoongis9992]

KNOX I KNOW THIS IS ALWAYS THE CASE, but your reaction was incredible. Keep it up! I’ll tune in for tomorrow’s livestream

[@maliedelgado2658]

I legit love your intelligence. You always have the most refreshing reactions!!

[@WiseOwl_so_1d_like_to_think]

EXCELLENT reading of Still Life!

[@MM-et2jr]

"little bit of love" ... nah, you deserve a lot of love! Thanks for this. I'm excited for the whole album. Btw. the order matters in my opinion/experience

[@dkds8544]

Joon said that people need to listen to it in order.

[@reneezemlock7880]

You nailed, once again. :) If you're interested, not to react but on your own time, there are some great interviews RM has done about "Indigo" where he breaks down every track and what inspired it. One is the Zach Sang show and there is a breakdown on the bangtantv channel "Magazine Film" that also speaks with all of the featuring artists/producers.

[@andreaxyloholt2347]

Great analysis again. I don't know how you do it. But I love your reactions. So thoughtful and insightful, plus your industry knowledge of music and production. Thank you.

[@oltzkizze345]

While he's there sitting and his shadows are moving through the window frame is another metaphore and the drawing in his notebook is a picture in a frame.

[@shookfoil]

There is a part of me that always resists analysis but invariably a deeper understanding always elevates the experience and level of enjoyment. Outta the ballpark on this one. Thank you.

[@user-cpaOT7]

Es una gran canción. RM tiene una mente privilegiada y como SUGA sabe expresar sus luchas e inquietudes de una manera inteligente y genuina!

[@silviamunoz6863]

I love your lecture of the songs!! Yeah... Still life, still has life! Wordplays, RM is a genius in this field....

[@mbllo4701]

I love this song so so so so so so muuuch

[@peeper5491]

He’s so unique I cant

[@cohe8098]

Such an intelligent analysis of the song and MV. Your reaction videos are the best, hands down.

[@joaniewwh3502]

your breakdowns are always the best, knox. thank you!

[@slavestoitall]

Last thought and hear me out...really think it'd be so cool for a KH x RM collab in the future! Just imagine the combo of deep thoughts and instrospection, the contrast of his type of poetic with yours...The language variety...Genuinely think it would be so dope! He has said he now gravitates to working with those who may be lesser known but are on the same wavelength as him when it comes to music, like as in values, passions etc. I can dream xD

[@bangtan5840]

i love you breakdowns soooooooooo much😭🔥 you're probably my one of the fav lyric breakdown reactors ✨✨💙

[@Mapofthesoul713]

Train of thought! Man that extra layer passed right over me. This why I need you bruh

[@Alto808]

Love your insight. Thanks for the reaction!

[@chaeh9872]

Rm is best rapper♥️

[@sushmo7100]

Love your analysis and breakdown. Thank you!

[@carolinabattista9554]

I truly hope RM sees this amazing analysis!!! Thank you thank you, thank you 👏🏼💜

[@ginawinters221]

oh I had a feeling you would like the vibe of this track, and I knew you would nail every line 🫰🏻 a note about the Gangnam section: 94 is the year he was born, Hannam is the name of the fabulously-elite Seoul condo complex where he and BTS live, and Gangnam is famous as one of the richest districts in Seoul (think Gangnam Style). KZbin translated the 91 line as "walking on the royal road" which is what they used to call the paved path that led directly to the king's throne that only the king could walk on, so I take that section to mean that RM/BTS doesn't have to aim for what others considered to be elite anymore when they themselves are the kings. yet another poetic flex from a master of the pen :D

[@leej676]

Yes bro! Can't wait for the live. This was an insanely amazing breakdown too, loved every second. I'm sure you've probably been sent things already but with lyric vids, I can only see decent ones on the channel "Enjoy BTS More" (the one I usually request vids off). She has a playlist for Indigo. There's just one that is live rather than a lyric vid (Yun feat Erykah Badu) but it's so clear and crisp, sounds just like the studio version anyway. I'll see if I can leave a link in a comment 🙌

[@cheesepieu]

the only youtuber pause that i like cause he spitting facts 😫❤️

[@bonsaitree.7]

i just admire your mind so much.

[@alessiazuppardi8849]

UR BREAKDOWNS ARE ALWAYS ON POINT !!

[@moondrop3031]

I didn't start to watch this vid and I'm already too excited. Love your smartness !

[@carolann9775]

I always interpret "look at my stain" as him asking you to look at his legacy and the mark or stain he is leaving behind him. Indigo is actually one of the strongest natural dyes and true indigo ink is incredibly hard to remove (it has a reputation for staining hands if you use it in art etc) 💜💙

[@bahiiramaya5698]

When ever you explain you make it easier to understand those lyrics I love that

[@eileencritchley4630]

RM talks about the hand claps, there's him using his clothes and tapping the table in this item.

[@just_a_saeu88]

namjoon our thinker...genius rapper and producer....love love this album

[@sdmk7220]

"substance-driven" - yessssss....

[@thanchanok02]

Your reaction is best explanation ❤

[@lucytipler7878]

Knox, you are incredible! I didn’t get any type of notification though and I’m worried the algo about to play up again, we’ve been having so many issues with they’re recent releases and YT…but so appreciate that you will do a live! It deserves it, you will love the album I’m sure 💜 I’ll be there and also incase no other mods show up 😂

[@bushramohamed7453]

Wow you get it easily What a mind 😭

[@priiifrg]

Yes, you get it Knox! You just GET IT, I loved your analysis 😊

[@debsuk8249]

Love this song and the mv! 💜

[@SuperQueenmommy]

This album is Namjoons diary of his twenties.. I love how this track just vibes and his deep lyricism from his thoughts and feelings amazes me constantly

[@Ellxnt]

Your interpretations are always so insightful, thank you for your reaction 😊

[@breeroe]

i would love for you to get the chance to meet RM & pick his brain. you really do seem to get him!

[@radzy2607]

Happy to have Saturday Live back! You are the only person who breaks down the lyrics perfectly and I always look forward to your videos. Great explanation Knox, Love from India

[@axelialee9117]

Solid and logic your reaction 🥰💜

[@remonnie175]

Thats what I like about you. You're very detailing 😊😊 you read every lyrics, movements, gestures, emotion, bg settings, bg music unlike other reaction givers❤️❤️

[@therealchimshady7917]

Knox going after the haters in his title. You get it ✊

[@sonalsuppahia]

Yayy the livestreams are gonna be back! Can't wait!! And as always, love the way you dissect and react to kpop MVs. Keep up the great work! Love from India 💜💜

[@anitaherbert1037]

If you listen to INDIGO from start to finish you understand why artists and musicians love this album best. Every track is a different genre. When you expect there to be nothing new under the sun. Indigo is unpredictable. Despite its excruciatingly honest and self revlatory content( he called it the diary of his 20s) he makes us smile. Strangely enough my favourite track is the drunk dissafection of CHANGE. Though I must admit LONELY is the track of my lockdown experience and had me going round the house singing 'Im fukin lonely na honja seome( alone on an Island) at the top of my lungs with a big smile on my face. I ordered the CD for my carefully curated collection because I truely believe this is a future cult classic. The perfect exposition of these confusing times we are living through.

[@romipurpleyou6459]

I admire Namjoon so much

[@lynnem7591]

Another great rraction video. Im looking forward to your reaction video. Thank ypu. 😊

[@anar2522]

Really great reaction!

[@xX_Winters_Xx]

Looking forward to the livestream! You can also check out his interview about him explaining allthe songs if you want to

[@clairedavies229]

Oh no, I missed the Indigo live & now it's not available?! 😭

[@SakuraintheMoon]

You are so smart! I love your reactions

[@palomaclaverol1172]

Thanks for the reaction!

[@amiii5292]

Thanks for the great reaction 🙏 Isn‘t the live reaction for Indigo uploaded on youtube? Unfortunately, I wasn‘t able to see it live. 🥺

[@Bananamilk-g1w]

I love the way you dissect and reflect on all aspects of BTS’s songs. You bring different perspectives and interpretations of the lyrics from what I had, and I love looking at these songs from a new angle through your reactions. Thank you!

[@EDM9121]

I was rewatching your reaction to JHopes Jack In The Box full album and hoping you would react to RMs Indigo album. It is amazing. Can't wait to hear your thoughts on the other songs. 💜

[@alessandrahidalgo6509]

You are my favorite BTS reactor. You actually have something to say, something to add in your area of expertise, while others just show a facial reaction say they "love" them, and that's it. I love and respect your input.

[@user-ms6xn8is5q]

LoveLove this song❤

[@mane6962]

Your analysis is always so good🥲👏

[@sc33h3o3]

i think "stain" was probably being used as a dye-ing indigo denim term? stain on wood, etc EDIT: someone around here wrote up how clever that lyric is, regarding how indigo fabric is "stain-ed"

[@cielovillaruel1517]

thank you! 💜

[@gabrielmontano1773]

Best breakdown KZbin channel ever KH ✍️ certified

[@appu5593]

A still life is a form of painting though. Still and Life aren't separated by a comma as you mentioned. The entire song is based on a Still Life painting

[@rmsmoonchild722]

Ahhh let’s go! Sorry didn’t get a noti 😱 Thank you Knox!