Music Producer Reacts to Woodkid - Guns for Hire | Arcane League of Legends

[@JoeyLuckyBoyNato]

*Managing content on this channel is quite the balancing act 😅 ..hope you're all enjoying the videos.*

[@HRedgrave]

Don't worry Joey, your whole content is awesome! We'll keep watching all of your videos. ♥

[@thebowmannetwork4883]

Ugh I cried thinking about the scene

[@jtherealmccoy5309]

React to the Elden Ring Rap by JT Music

[@MarshGlyph]

Dude...your content's amazing! I love these breakdowns of yours, they really help me appreciate the song so much more! Woodkid's music is used very often in videogames. There were a good 2 or 3 Assassin's Creed trailers that used his songs...you should give them a listen! :D

[@lucilavi137]

Whatever you put out Joey, we be here! 💯

[@Joeleon2]

This song hit so hard with the moment in the show, the flare scene was one of my favorite in the series.

[@johnnyAFIRE]

The flare scene is such an iconic scene- very symbolic of all of Jinx’s tension being released like the smoke from the flare (probably why it’s blue to symbolize her troubles being let out) and she’s trusting her sister one last time to come and comfort her before she does something she regrets

[@justinkirchmayer468]

the flare scene was one off the most powerfull scenes in generall i havent felt sick to my stomach while beeing hapopy and sad at the same time

[@clonnlijinhlong2713]

I got goosebumps. And my chest was like I don't know...I was suffocating at the scene. Especially after seeing the "ghosts" of her past friends who she "killed" and her bearing the weights and finally accepting it. Goshh

[@TheRealGuywithoutaMustache]

It's music like this that cements Arcane as one of the shows with the best soundtracks of all time

[@greensanity]

League music is world class, thats for sure

[@vuzuruges9909]

Imagine that Arcane won 9 out of 9 Annie awards, where they were mentioned as a competitor But were not even NOMINATED for music. I find it offensive.

[@zrATT_]

@@greensanity now let's wait for valorant

[@kauritsu0]

This song is uncomfortable. You're so right. I get such an uncomfortable feeling. Theres awkward notes and tragic highs and lows. The vocals as well just add to it. Because you wanna be that hopeful person but its also almost panicked? Tragic? But that's why it's SO FREAKING GOOD. This soundtrack is so stupid good.

[@TheNecroFisherman]

Ive never even thought about it being uncomfortable but its makes lots of sense. The song def added to that unsettling moment when the apparitions of Jinx’s friends appeared.

[@ry.0]

I loved the song since the first time. Was on point for her mind.

[@Crona_Gowther_Kanato]

Oh god this song was easily the #1 in the album for me, that is until What Could Have Been dropped, god but equally amazing songs.

[@YK-tf6ye]

yeah same

[@CertainlyCynical]

Yea those are definitely the TOP 2 tracks undeniably!

[@asht7815]

For me this is better, but in scene what could have been takes it, they make changes that let it climax at the end with the scene so perfectly

[@Sentark]

Same. And I really enjoyed Playground by Bea Miller

[@Crona_Gowther_Kanato]

@@asht7815 I agree, as I was typing it I thought Guns for Hire has a pretty relatable sound no matter if you haven’t seen Arcane, I think I personally was hit too close to home during Ep. 9 when the song sang “whyyy don’t you love who I am” like I was for sure crying my eyes out haha

[@Rj_Punio]

4:00 "it catches jinx's optimism" I interpretated that more as a lamentation, as it synchronized with the camera movement turning around jinx, revealing mylo and clagor's ghost behind jinx, mylo with his openned mouth, kinda like screaming and the fact that he does that specific broken note at the same time, always gave me goosebumpbs as it always made me feel like it was mylo screaming in pain

[@Sinewmire]

Hope, mixed with fear. Jinx wants Vi to come, but she's terrified that she won't. Or that she won't like who she is now.

[@TheNecroFisherman]

Yea and the song also timed the lyrics perfectly when the apparitions appeared.

[@lowkeylokii4205]

I took it as not so much hope or optimism but not lamentation either. It was a desperate plea before giving up. The build up was like the last death throw hail Mary before giving up, which is that down note we hear shortly after, and the flare goes out

[@inferno9103]

But this is Silco theme, that moment all his things starts falling apart and walls literlly tumbled down on him

[@Tayhzer]

Woodkid is such an incredible artist. This song was easily my favorite from the show

[@jeffreese7623]

For me this song has such a "James Bond movie song" feeling

[@gamerguy756]

I so can't wait for Joey to hear and react to What Could Have Been! This is definitely my second favourite emotional song after that one, so good and mood fitting

[@Underdogger]

I found your channel only a couple of days ago while looking for reactions to this song, and finding your reaction to the Enemy music video as well as the entire series which I thoroughly enjoyed watching your reactions to. Now the universe delivers this video to me as an act of providence.

[@JustBronzeThingsLoL]

OKAY, OZAI

[@Wolfeur]

I haven't listened to a lot of Woodkid, but these progressions, and uncomfortable yet soothing vocals seem like his signature style.

[@midnightmemos7790]

Not always but usually in his last/latest album, almost all of his songs are depressing as this one.

[@Sjulemand]

Woodkid is such an amazing artist, one of my absolute favourites. Definitely think you should check out more from him.

[@Kuresuto]

"And I make music like this" god that made me laugh so hard

[@pierre-louislamaze8802]

I'm not the only one that thinks it souds like a James Bond intro song right ?

[@ShrubbyCanine]

yea i get reminded of writings on the wall from spectre

[@ry.0]

It is in fact

[@alex0589]

I remember being bulldozed by the flare scene, the musical build up in the original score, the audio reminder about the flare, then the zoom out and the following montage. I thought “is it me or is this incredible” then i saw every single reactors lose their absolute sh*ts on youtube and i thought “yeah, that’s about right“

[@gintarebaskeviciute5672]

In that specific part of the song I always see Jinx holding up the fair with Mylo and Claggor behind her. It still gives me chills... every time man, every single time.

[@pantelismichael8756]

I've been waiting for this since the moment i heard it in the show! I LOVE this song and i am glad you reacted and analyzed it for us Joey

[@xMRDoubleX]

This song gives me big James Bond vibes

[@sliccj3249]

This song literally gives me chills every time, it’s hilarious to hear Joey just talking over it with random noises and failing to speak English

[@Paul20661]

Eeeey finally back with the Arcane soundtrack

[@mirandanein4300]

My favorite part about this song is how it was used in the scenes that went with it. The "dirty guitar" strings at the end of the song sounded a lot like horns/sirens of some kind that were being used on the bridge when they were setting up the blockade. It really is the little things in Arcane's soundtrack that just rub the right way.

[@PabloEsc666]

The scene with flare combined with this music just sends chills down my spine every time. Love Arcane

[@Fabio_26]

this song had me going crazy for weeks and how it was used in arcane, with jinx holding the flare while mylo and claggor "shadows" were present behind her... JEESH

[@kouseki5049]

The One Arcane Song I Wanted You To React To And It’s Finally Hereeeee

[@Adonna2424]

Kojima used Woodkids Goliath song for a Death Stranding trailer. Woodkid just has a cinematic sound to them.

[@Mariboo_]

This is so true, the E3 Assassin's Creed Revelations trailer featured Iron, a Woodkid song too

[@slimsy6940]

That’s why a few games and shows use his music or hire him cause they just hit so hard! I remember finding him through the dying light trailer and haven’t missed any of his music since. Guns for Hire has definitely convinced me to watch Arcane someday soon when I can.

[@TheBorderHoppr]

listen to all his songs with headphones, laying in your bed. on a long drive alone, he’s simply the best musical artist at transcending music into emotions. EVERY artist should take notes. he’s got two albums check him out!

[@wowthnxm83]

Damn dude your music slaps🔥🔥

[@Fazeshyft]

There are not many pairings of cinema and its orchestration that have haunted me like this. The immolation scene in Star Wars, the cockpit breach in United 93, and this. There is so much agony and betrayal in it, dying cinders of naïve hope.

[@koschiii]

Man, i can't wait to see the reaction to "What could have been". Always gives me chills

[@inferno9103]

This is Silco theme, that moment all his things starts falling apart and walls literally tumbled down on him

[@pitched7401]

I think the final act episodes always have the best music, my favorites are: Ep3: Revenge, Goodbye Ep6: Guns for Hire Ep9: What Could Have Been

[@ashrose2947]

This song totally encapsulates jinx as a character in my opinion. She tries to help and do what she thinks is right but she ends up hurting people in true jinx fashion. The bright hopeful sounding notes bending down into something minor and dark reflects this vicious cycle jinx goes through in her mind and in the story

[@Jan_Iedema]

Chills every time I hear this song, especially combined with the scene from the show

[@PromisingPlants]

nato actually help me with his reactions to know what to focus on in music production those little elements thats make the hole feelings

[@Bludreamgirl]

squee!

[@sierra3830]

although I was introduced to woodkid by umbrella academy, this show/song is ultimately what made me look in to more of his music and now he's one of my favorite artists

[@Loliston]

Shit man, this music just comes attached with the chills for me, not many songs can do it so easily...

[@LittleZoeyX14]

Woodkid is just the best tbh. You should look into more of his music if you like this song!

[@catalingalasanu2762]

Such a good breakdown!

[@recomb1nantDNA]

Keep reacting to arcane songs ,great job!!

[@cforcheyenne]

Woodkid is so amazing

[@MistahKiwi8071]

FYI there's an acoustic version of this song out in YT!! (i think it might be on Woodkid's channel)

[@leodarian2298]

YES!!!! FINALLY REACTING TO THE BEST ARCANE SONG!!!

[@punkyllama420]

2:04 you harmonized ♥

[@miguelmolano6611]

I hope that if this guy ever performs live this song, there are blue flares everywhere 💙.

[@ciaravanderwalt1160]

Oh I've been waiting for this!!!

[@izztwo4369]

Those strings are pretty much trademark Woodkid at this point. One of my favorite artists.

[@vioIyn]

YESSS ive been waiting for thisss

[@winstonsgmx]

The fact the Yoann is a designer who likes to make music and become a full flegde producer and director lol. His concert is insane.

[@JustBronzeThingsLoL]

YES I have been WAITING for this

[@DelbertG]

I can't listen to this song without crying. I don't know if it's because I know how it's tied to the show or not.

[@Neceros]

This song hooked me instantly. This whole sound track is good

[@bradhenson1776]

YESS BEEN WAITING FOR AGES FOR THIS HAHAH

[@poroline4936]

Finally!!!!!!! LOVE this song!

[@W3R1DK1D]

Hi I love your reaction videos :DDDD

[@Subscriber9192]

major skyfall vibes. both are so good. arcane is masterclass.

[@indicolitexanadu3086]

Woodkid definitely knows how to make good music 🤧

[@yul639]

And RIOT too, good combo

[@kmaguire7161]

This was my favorite song on the soundtrack. Gives me chills every time.

[@ramennoodles337]

Finally! Woodkid is the BEST! Joey can you react to Woodkid's The Golden Age?

[@DarksideJinx]

The POWER of this scene and song!! 🙏💙💙💙💙

[@wendyraymond1751]

Always enjoy your breakdowns an.enjoyed this thanku so much love and God bless always x

[@strider2175]

Woodkid actually wrote the string arrangement for this song!

[@Adim_Axror_Umarov_Official]

Well, well, well.. Now you are listening to with your brain actually! Analyzing, sorting, defining and etc! Thank you for some information and main idea "optimism & pessimism" a big part of the condition of Jinx/Powder, and if you can remember before this song Playing while Act 2 episode 6, there "liar", betraying, fault and more and more things mixed but as a result we got Arcane. Thank you Unfortunately, Woodkid couldn't repeat this song as a live performance, look through KZbin then there is a video Woodkid's live performance of 'Guns for hire' then you will understand my words

[@sanaisgae9899]

One of my fave track in Arcane huhu

[@Seissmo]

Top tier artist.

[@GCWeber]

To go a tiny bit into a music theory, there's a reason that the transition on "not a good night to lose control" is so off-putting (or at least some idiot's guess as to what it could be. The song is in B-flat minor and that note is an E. While the actual chord the E is part of does not involve a tritone, the previous chord does involve a B-flat, and since B-flat and E constitute a tritone, the transition still incorporates a tritone (if you don't know, a tritone is an interval consisting of six half steps, and is generally thought of as the most dissonant interval). Additionally, the chord we hear at this point involves a minor third, which is itself a fairly dissonant interval.

[@whaleborne1308]

Been a fan of Woodkid since I heard Run Boy Run, and they never disappoint

[@NikoCat11]

Always F5ing your channel for new stuff thank you

[@huthaifazeidan6184]

love the intro nato

[@rimurutempest4945]

That Barney clip is so goddamn nostalgic

[@keyronkathrynekathrynkeyron]

Oh this what im waiting you to react 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@mahmoudahmedbeheri1117]

LOVE THE FIRST SECONDS MAN XDDD

[@Dougidogg69]

"Tell your innocence goodnight."

[@Anth0nyOFFICIAL]

2:03 the chord with that "Hm" was so intense tho xD

[@chakibpubgm1264]

Finally ❤️

[@YoooooXD]

that's why i love Mako

[@maknirak]

It's funny how you mention him getting close and far from the mic, cause you actualy see him do that in the acoustic version.

[@rftg1793]

I’m crying for remember it all 😭😭😭 really love how amazing is the music production✨. Idk if you know this but G-IDLE came back with a full album and they performed TOMBOY and MY BAG🔥 is so good!! I promesas you! You should react to it🙌🏼

[@Nayoirian]

Me, who is can't listen this song without crying, cried again.

[@leafygold3467]

This dude reactions to good music 😎👍

[@sirdromos2769]

Oh boy the next song is Misfit toys

[@victorlee7561]

Damn I had no idea Joey worked on Barney. Sick

[@zakihamdani1199]

0:14-0:31 I really like that

[@karlaTR]

My favorite ❤️

[@michelleschlichter9767]

Anyone else thinks this song would be perfect as a James Bond opening?!

[@c_martinjuniorpandapotan2554]

🤩🤩

[@YK-tf6ye]

Love ur vids

[@luizfelipesilveira964]

Woodkid is a genious.

[@carlosbermudez537]

Arcane is a masterpiece.

[@ArtemPtS2243]

yeeeaaah

[@Seissmo]

Woodkid has great music.

[@MrLoppiet]

Finally!

[@user-hc2lo3pk5n]

Thank you for the critical review . My opinion for this song is better sung with a higher octave and have it be stronger . But due to the nature of the scene it’s perfect .

[@hanihani2472]

Please do " Sting - what could have been " nexttt pleaseeee

[@AkhilRajLogic]

react to woodkid - run boy run

[@itsthatmemelowell]

This song?🔥 Woodkid himself?🔥 It's just too good

[@orii19]

get ready for what could have been

[@babette5918]

You wrote songs for "Barney"!?!? That's some HARD gansta shizzle!

[@mereteliset3868]

Snakes from arcane next please

[@jalcome4201]

Imagine getting a strike from the teletubbies song at the beginning

[@KARADTZ]

hope you go back to champion themes reactions it was my favorite type of content that you did :( i was looking forward to seeing aurelion sol, ekko, irelia, sylas, yone and zeri