Musicians React: WayV 威神V ‘On My Youth (遗憾效应)’!

[@nostalgicfairytale]

Kun is such a genius for suggesting to add the strings at the end

[@wayvpedia]

i love how kevin was like "nah" with the first few choruses at first and was like, "OH HELL YEAH" when the final chorus came in, and that while at first the chorus was jarring - the final chorus tied it all up together. HE GETS IT! thank you so much for reacting to wayv, kevin and henry! LOVE YOU REACTTOTHEK!

[@ot7biasedmashups]

Absolutely loved it cuz that was my exact reaction💀💀 I was so disappointed in the chorus but as soon as the 3rd chorus rolled around I got it. Not to mention I also thought intro and 1st verse sounded like c pop lmaooo

[@camoo4346]

Same here. I hated the Chorus when i heard it the first time 🙈 I just love this Song. Also Poppin Love one of the best B-sides of the Year ❤

[@annafirnen4815]

I completely agree with Kevin. When I first heard the song I looooved the verses, they are so pretty and nostalgic. Then the chorus hit and I was taken out of it. I liked it on it's own but not in this song. But then when both verses and chorus came together it was extremely satisfying. And it also made me realise the song musically tries to tell the story too. At first the verses are emotional and full of regret and when chorus hits and they sing "Blame it on my youth" the song turns "cool" and a bit of "crazy" and even "cocky". As if it's showing how wild they were in their youth. I hope that makes sense lol.

[@2ndEssi]

i was exactly the same ! i absolutely love it now

[@pjurko]

Same, same, SAME 😁

[@angel-my7rw]

I really love how they praised Kun's and Xiaojun's beautiful singing in 12:32-12:59 and pointed out their very different but equally excellent vocal work on the same line. Wouldn't have noticed the contrast and repetition if not for this video. Thanks for enriching my experience of On My Youth!

[@auleaf1210]

Ngl I'm not really sure I would hype this song from the chorus teaser they sang before. But ofc WayV came through with the boyband excellency in the final chorus. That really ties the whole song together! I like it and the whole album is great too. It was a refreshing comeback in the kpop industry as of late

[@alnajonas]

WayV is C-Pop 😊

[@makeitclaps7271]

​@@alnajonasthey are trained and promoted like a kpop group so calling them a group from "kpop industry" is not really wrong

[@argazuahmed12345]

⁠@@alnajonasWayV is C-Pop which comes from Kpop Industry. I mean they are promote like a Kpop idol in Chinese market.

[@auleaf1210]

@@alnajonas I know. That's why I say in kpop cuz it is getting rarer in kpop trend but this track is somewhat more familiar with cpop and WayV also promote in kpop industry anyway

[@AAAevere]

This song is more C-pop, but promoted as kinda Kpop. But tbh this song is like a modern old pop song, like you would hear in 2000s pop songs, but the chorus brought a modernization on the table. But I am not a fan of the chorus, but the last chorus saves it. How I wish they just let Kun and Xiaojun sang the last part before the last chorus hit. I love you, Ten, but Kun and Xiaojun brings more emotion to the song because of their voice, and lets face it Kun and Xiaojun especially Xiaojun was born to hit all kinds of notes in the world.

[@mudohanma]

I initially stood strong that popping love should have been the title track but after a second listen, i became obsessed 😂

[@careyv]

That chorus bit…i feel like everyone doesn’t like it at first. But it totally grows on you. And yes the last chorus is really what makes it. I love this song. It reminded me of Area (thanks for correcting me @six.k) by SHINee. I could totally hear Onew singing in my mind. The whole album is absolutely perfect. My favorite album of the year so far (although my ATEEZ has a new album soon so we shall see 😜)

[@six.k]

Ohhh when I saw « SHINee » in your comment i thought you would compare it to the song called « Area ». The chord progression is so similar, I love both songs!

[@careyv]

@@six.k yes!! Gah!! Area that is what I meant. I need more coffee

[@dri2m]

the first thing i thought of when i heard this song was also area! another great song

[@yokonamigaara]

It's so nice to have the Mandarin speaking reactors so we get insights like the fog text painting!

[@cloudys8998]

"At the last part, they finally had a pay off where like someone sustained the dang note and sing it beautifully" and that man is Xiao Dejun, he's in charge of hitting a highnote in WayV. So proud of having him in the group i stan! 💚

[@toledo_campos]

This song reminded me so much of MBLAQ and that kind of drama-filled eerie synths and interpretations, specially in that sequence. I appreciate WayV being so different to the other NCT groups, and even to their contemporaries.

[@fihyohunnie]

Omg so that's why I love this song so much. MBLAQ discography is perfect

[@dodigest]

YES, something like This Is War. this song brings me back to 2nd gen emo angsty kpop, mblaq, infinite, my cup of tea!! The more I listen to On My Youth, I like it more and more~

[@Ladybugwaitingformrdarcy]

@@dodigest yeah "this is war" and "stay" are the two songs from MBLAQ I thought of when I heard this song glad ppl with good taste still exist most have forgotten MBLAQ !!

[@ohlookshinee]

omg yes!! i've been thinking it reminds me of their eras i always thought of as "sad with a beat" namely stay and cry. also gives me mr.mr vibes!! (the boy group, not the snsd song 😭)

[@aljonmatthew]

Hi guyz! I was an A+ fanboy also back then. Thunder Cheondung biased But I love all 5 BLAQuies way back then😊 I was also a fan of Rain, who created MBLAQuies

[@jhengchie]

that last part was just the big surprise and so so Happy that Kun suggested the strings in there to give it that moment. And yes, i was like torn with the chorus at first like, it could be more, give me more so when the end came i had the same reaction. i don't know about the techincalities but i enjoyed the explanation, made appreciate the song more. And thank you for noticing the difference in Kun and Xiajun's delivery and how it impacted the song!

[@simonbonde9123]

THIS SONG DESERVES SO MUCH MORE ATTENTION. THANK YOU FOR REACTING!

[@camoo4346]

it's a shame that it has just 5 M views

[@arnnicolas]

key takeaways here: concepts of "Text painting" and "Sequence". love the song, perfect for WayV. 💚💚

[@eyebrowsxiaojunfanclub5457]

3:53 xiaojun sings so easily, it's only when someone tries to adjust that we see it and the fact that he sang it on the first take and went home. He is a vocal genius, we have no doubts.

[@erinstamm5656]

Kun seems to really think about these kinds of things when he's recording. I'm glad it was noticed.

[@monicaleao]

The last chorus is an epiphany-like experience, and Kevin portrayed everyone's emotions perfectly by simultaneously vibing / understanding the mystery of life 😂🩵

[@winterkim5876]

On my youth is such a good song and I think it's too underrated for what it is worth.

[@dana-lt2kn]

this all explains why I like wayv, instruments and xiaojun's voice ~ yes we all go to heaven, his voice is more than just a vocal instrument, it's like the cry of a viloncello and the whole philharmonic.

[@RubyLeeRuby]

the string addition at the end section is Kun's idea!!

[@arien_000]

It's so interesting how many people didn't get the first switch up right away. I actually thought it was tastefully done. Like i got it right away. Like imagined the song becoming a classic the 2nd/3rd time i heard it. And that's not common for me cuz it's the only time i felt that about a song this 2023. Like i really really felt like it was masterfully done.

[@femmebrulee5053]

I got it right away. I think a lot of people are used to listening to formulaic music that is written solely to be catchy or appealing to the listener but without too much thought behind it. So in a way, WayV's music is somewhat esoteric too many listeners. But I really thought everything was perfect about this song especially the unexpected chorus.

[@arien_000]

@@femmebrulee5053 I see. Maybe cuz I have a good amount of exposure to different music from different cultures so I'm not so easily surprised. For instance, Carnatic music is much much more complex than classical Western but it's really beautiful once you get a good amount of exposure to it. Also if you ask me western producers should familiarize and learn to make new types of music using classical Asian musical styles, patterns and instruments like erhu, guzheng, koto, sitar, veena, etc. That would really be interesting. Piano, violins and guitars are great but there are so many other fine instruments, it's a shame if we don't take the opportunity to integrate the bests of both the Eastern and Western influences of music. That's why I love Kun's version of Phantom. He did such a great job incorporating oriental sounds to that song to take it to another level. It really was an upgrade.

[@ryokuame]

me too!

[@nuoyi13]

this made me so happy. i was so waiting for the reaction. also as a Kun biased, it really made me happy when they praised Kun's vocal cause literally noone pays that much attention to it. and yes the chorus is def not for everyone like for me i was shocked when that part came up but then it started growing on me. really enjoyed all the explanation of break down of the song ❤ wayv is really deserving group with such good vocalists, rappers, dancers....like they have knowledge and they pour it into every single track. sadly they are still underrated but hope world will recognize them more in future.

[@yanaqiankun]

yess i was surprise they praised kuns vocals here. it made me proud that the praise came from actual musician 🧡

[@reeselansangan]

I am so happy to see WayV on this channel! Your channel is always thoughtful and entertaining, and gives everyone a different way to appreciate the craft of songwriting, composition, and production that we may not always catch by ourselves. I also love the classical and film references that were mentioned because it expands our mental libraries and changes our listening experience with the groups we love and the songs they make. Thank you to the team!

[@yournameormyname8708]

so happy to see you all still here supporting cpop / kpop group WayV and hearing mandarin speakers react to their songs and Chinese lyrics! Also, love the little sequence lesson. There's also another song called poppin love that a lot listeners LOVE. The Y2K vibe reminds everyone of their childhood especially when it's in Chinese. If you get a chance would love to see that, music wise may not be that complicated but definitely a unique music in kpop!

[@Ca-yr2rz]

The vocal line in WayV is immaculate.

[@AaronMinhTuan]

This song gave me goosebumps the very first time hearing it. Reading its lyrics & meanings are also so related to all of us own youngster life.

[@jiayiisconfused3103]

i actually loved the first part of the song the most LMFAO the descending chords just hit so different for me and the way xiaojun's vocals harmonized with the instrumental...THE 7TH CHORD IT FORMED

[@raven2466]

My initial reaction was similar to Kevin's. I loveeee the verses and the bridge, but wasn't sold on the chorus UNTIL the last chorus hit and it tied everything together. Love both Kevin's and Henry's points on the fogs separating part and the sequence. Now i understand the song musically a bit better. Thanks team!

[@Blah-Blah-Blah143]

I think the beauty of the simplicity of this song is those bed strings that just build in intensity to arrive just in time to support Xiaojun's killer note. Gives me shivers every time.

[@piliredondo2661]

This song is so good! The sequence’s rhythmic drive contributes to the eerie atmosphere, but it’s the harmonies that make the drama. Also Kun, Ten, and specially Xiaojun, really came the through with their powerful vocal interpretations.

[@littlemy5968]

the reference to the musical Fame is funny because Xiaojun is a theater kid, he studied musical theater and sang I Want To Make Magic many times

[@evanchilson9829]

the mustaches when kevin said it sounded like 2013 sent me lmao, the editors going crazy recently and I love it

[@AnnieLevy-li2wn]

As soon as I heard this song, with its finale, I knew it was good. So very good and different from what we have been having from current kpop hits.

[@paninikunbread]

I am so happy. I've been waiting for this reaction and thank you for reacting it. You guys are my fave channel bc I love listening to your music theories and breaking down the song. It makes me appreciate the song more too. ❤❤❤❤ the entire full album of WayV gives a lot of nostalgia feels to it. Hope u guys get to listen.

[@isabelblacutt]

similarly to Kevin, the first chorus was a "nah" to me, but then the more it progressed, the more I loved the addition of the instruments. now i can officially say this has been my most played song of the year, so it DEFINITELY GROWS!! AS ALWAYS THANK YOU FOR EDUCATING US ON ALL THESE THINGS THROUGH THE YEARS!

[@clandestinecoherence]

the gif of hendery dancing hahahah

[@fajarkurniawan6623]

This is one of the best WayVs song for me

[@Deldelz]

The last string was from Kun's Idea!

[@alyashahrina6681]

when I first heard the chorus I hated it but now I think it adds a bit of "NCT flavour" into what is otherwise a solid but pretty predictable c-pop song. The entire album is really good though and gave me major 90s boy band nostalgia. I'm glad wayv is going down this road of experimenting with their sound but keeping their more mature-sounding roots which separate them from the rest of NCT

[@sannesini]

when i first heard the song and the chorus came up i was also thrown away, but when the last chorus came in, it sounds so good i end up loving the song sm.

[@lotus5269]

Thank you so much for reacting!! Same as Kevin, I LOVED the last part so much. It is so satisfying. Also love the fact that you two actually understand Chinese and we got to hear about the lyrics as well. Since WayV has so many songs written in Chinese, I am looking forward to you reacting to more WayV songs in the future!

[@marvlousvaza2346]

Thank u for reaction WayV, i didn't expect that this channel will reaction WayV cz many channel that hype NCT but didn't make reaction WayV although WayV is another NCT subunit. I'm so sad WayV is underrated. WayV is amazing!

[@Damonistique]

At first the chorus was weird to me, but DAMN THIS INSTRUMENTAL combined with the lower tones. The pizzicato and the eastern-ish strings in the second verse 🔥🔥

[@nnnicole10]

Such a good song but the bridge>last chorus>outro is just * chefs kiss * 😚🤌🏼 The combination of both sounds hits so hard 🙌

[@Gmtnectar]

love hearing the breakdown of this song!

[@beckysmith1178]

When I was going to watch this video I thought you’d talk more about the use of more orchestral instruments but it was more on the chord progression and falsettos! Don’t get me wrong I loved your reaction! So many points that I never would have picked up on. Like the ending on “of” in Chinese. The equating the high pitch with a more youthful voice! The subtle changes in the same line in different verses. The references to different movies! The step down progression of the verses! All I knew was that I thought the vocals were so haunting beautiful and that the lyrics were so poignant and the choreography was so powerfully performed! Thanks for your reaction to WayV! ❤

[@fangirlfoodie]

Yasss was waiting for this reaction. I think we were all surprised by the chorus sound. I also think we all agree that there is def something nostalgic about this song and like kevin said, very older kpopish. I loved the sound/scale breakdown of the verses. Been obsessed w this song

[@taeyongscheeks]

I think I am one of these czennies that just have neo in theor blood and love those full songs on the first listen. Which was rather surprising was that I wasn't as big of a fan of Poppin' Love in the beginning on the other hand. Which feels weird as I know that alot of ppl LOVED it. At the time I wasn't sure about it and like it more now. I hope I am not the only one with that T-T On My Youth got me on the first listen tho.

[@emmpower]

I LOVE THIS SONG IVE BEEN STREAMING IT EVERY DAY 😍😍😍

[@RiRiArthur]

I very much appreciate the 2013 mustache reference, thank you for that Umu/editor! Also always love having the OGs do a solo reaction

[@unfindableby]

I had the same reaction when I heard this song for the first time, the final chorus makes it better

[@xdjenjoyer]

Thank you again i really learned alot about the sequence and the use of text painting. The full album is incredible i hope you enjoy it as much as i do 🥰

[@Leslisaloveschu]

Thanks Umu, Kevin, and Henry for the analysis! I was also put off by the jarring chorus initially, but with this video I’ve gained a newfound appreciation of this track. 💚

[@rocketraccoonz]

FINALLYYYYY MY ULT GROUP REACTED BY MY FAV REACTORS ❤❤❤❤ THANK YOU THANK YOUUUUUU

[@smaykk]

Like Kevin and many comments here, I agree with the initial reaction to the chorus and the pay-off in the end! Also, I've never mentioned it before but I do like this occasional format where only a pair of reactors react specifically to the song. While I appreciate being able to see many reactions and perspectives, I also welcome the continuity of thoughts being brought about by just having a pair or two react :) looking forward to future content! And btw, the WayV meme game is strong in the editing 😂👏🏻

[@smpmpm0880]

Thanks so much to react WayV on my youth I love your reaction a lot

[@fortunetell3r]

4:12 댓글을 안 달수가 없네요 ㅋㅋㅋ Kevin의 리액션을 보면 항상 제 리액션이랑 비슷해서 보는 게 재밌어요. 다만 더 전문적으로 리뷰해주셔서 가려운 곳을 긁는 느낌이예요! 다른 On my youth 리액션 영상들은 2절 후렴 그리고 마지막 후렴을 듣고 놀라는 영상이 없는데, ReacttotheK 분들은 역시 attentive listener이라 그런지, 예상했던 반응들이 나오네요 ㅋㅋ

[@shxna]

I think in another life I could've pursed music in some capacity but watching these videos, I get to learn a little more about things I love about the music I enjoy listening to each day! Excellent reaction!

[@franciscaakinyi8566]

I will never get tired to say that WAYV never disappoint.

[@fidelili]

LITERALLY song of the year

[@SANDY_MO]

Thanks for react WAYV. Love Wayv

[@yanaqiankun]

12:36 kun vocals appreciation 🧡

[@Fiona-fk9zo]

this isn't even really about the video itself but I just wanted to say as a college student really struggling with their studies of music due to various factors, this channel always reminds me why I love and want to study music. I love the passion and I love learning about songs I really like and what makes them and it reminds me how I want to be able to understand songs like this someday and maybe even write my own. I love the breakdowns of concepts, I love understanding a bit more each video as my studies go on. I tend to feel like I have to give it all up often these days but this channel is one of the things keeping me going! so thank you to Umu and everyone on this channel past and present for helping me on my journey :)

[@nightreader21]

The hendery dance meme😂 thank u

[@blossomtears9910]

Thankyouuu for reacting WayV 🎉

[@iswjyiswjy]

4:12 HELPPP if this isn't everyone's reaction to the last chorus lmao 😭😭 but fr tho this song is so beautiful and underappreciated imo 💔 once you get used to the first and second chorus you'll catch yourself melting bc of the sound of that bittersweet, nostalgic melody that completely explodes in the last chorus 😍

[@vinnyandrd3609]

Eu como nctzen posso afirmar que o WAYV é a unit com o melhor vocal de todo NCT! Xiaojun é perfeito ❤

[@milksomecows]

0:26 If anyone is wondering what the caption says. It basically says that the 'wei' in WayV's Mandarin name 'WeishenV',' is not the same as the 'wei' in the word 'wei xian' (dangerous). Both pronounced the same way. But with different meanings and written differently.

[@ielei]

Now I want the recording behind. The vocal slayage 🥹

[@needyverse]

4:14 PERRRFECT use of that Hendery gif 👏

[@itsblue___]

thank you for react wayv! wayv's poppin love next please

[@electrichearts]

OH MY GOD it’s finally here! I was waiting for it 🥹🥹

[@fadhilahrahayu3724]

So a long time a go u guys react for wayv

[@music4life98]

I was so excited to see this reaction. WayV are so talented and this song is amazing. Thank you for reacting to them.❤

[@theeeand11]

Poppin love🎉

[@FarEastAlpaca]

That payoff at the end was what made me come around as well!

[@HAHENGGANTENG]

Thanks for react wayv MV

[@hengnify]

i have always been watching your channel's reactions and when i saw you guys reacted to wayv's omy i was like WAHHH ,, also i relate to kevin bc thats exactly how i reacted when i first listened to it HAHAHA ,, thank you for making this video , its very fun and interesting and i love it!!! keep it up 🫶🏼♥️♥️

[@notloisssi_]

OMG I THOUGHT I WAS THE ONLY ONE WHO IS NOT FEELING THE CHORUS EXCEPT FOR THE LAST ONE HAHA

[@Kaonashi1001]

I like the English version of the song too!

[@helloimsunshine]

the reaction for the last chorus is so ME lol it was amazing ending

[@sofiau3252]

Agreeee I was definitely thrown off at first but the pay off at the end really makes it! Thanks for the great analysis!

[@Niki91-HR]

Everything other than the chorus gives me sooo much 2000s vibes and then the chorus hits and its like present day. Also love Kevins reaction. It is cool that he is since the beginning part of this channel.

[@fifiw6415]

always love ur reaction to wayv

[@vy133]

i love watching ppl explain cos to my illiterate brain it doesn't make sense why I find some productions so enjoyable ???

[@ritvaasalia3989]

Did you already reaction WayV - phantom. I think you must reaction that mv

[@mileeeiy]

you should listen to more of their songs. their musics are amazingg. i recommend moonwalk

[@Veronika8300]

Henry оценил по достоинству вокал WayV, это очень радует!!!

[@xdjenjoyer]

OH MY GOD THANK YOU SO MUCH I WAS WAITING FOR YOUR REACTION😭

[@Anna_Bee]

Love this song and the album - thanks for reacting! Yeah the chorus drop was jarring at first, but they started bringing in the strings the 2ns time...then by the final chorus I was sold lol

[@Kaeldra3]

Really appreciated this!

[@mercurykpop7412]

i wasnt sure about the chorus the first time i heard the song, but man when you get to that last chorus and it all comes together like that. just beautiful! i think its my favourite wayv song now

[@jojoanis98]

11:51 - thank you!!!! now I understand why I got the feels then too 😄

[@redporkpadthai6368]

I was just listening to the Trinity Blood OST recently because Atsushi Sakurai of Buck-Tick passed away and then I heard this song and it reminded me so much of the closing OST "My Broken Wings"

[@deafitriputri6504]

thanks guys for react and appreciate wayv. love u guyssss

[@autumnversion]

the hendery clip haha thank you for this!!

[@camoo4346]

Yes WayV 😍

[@pink_cap-n6c]

hope you can react the whole album

[@cseperegazesolefolyikazarcomon]

Yeeeees I was waiting for this. I'm also classical musician and I have already made a remix of this song cuz I'm addicted to it and I hoped the guys will love it too. 😂

[@KikiVIP]

Are you uploaded the remix on any platform?

[@bite28]

I love how they experiment with different genres while still staying true to their sound. A suggestion as well! October Ends' new song is on a whole other level. You should react to their new song! 🔥

[@Anna_Bee]

All the movie references were interesting (as a non-movie-buff)