MY NEW FAVORITE! Arab Man Reacts to YEBBA - MY MIND

[@ragtop63]

Her name is Abbey Smith. She is from West Memphis, Arkansas. Her mom was a science teacher and her dad was a preacher. She grew u in the church. She wrote this song specifically for this performance. This was the first time she had ever performed it in front of a live audience. This was also her "breakout" performance as an artist. There is no studio version of this song because she said that this performance was the epitome of how this song should have been performed and there will never be a better version. She chose her stage name "YEBBA" (yeh-buh) because it was the nickname her mother always called her. Her mom passed away a few weeks after this performance, which solidified her choice to keep her stage name. To say she's an amazing singer is not only an understatement but also distracts from the fact that she's a master storyteller. A genius in full control of her toolkit.

[@susanbockh5071]

Yebba... is also abbeY backwards

[@BrienneoffrigginTarth8888]

Makes me cry every time. Pure heartbreak, pure emotion! I envy everyone who experienced this live!

[@paxonearth]

It's SO much fun seeing people react to Yebba, specifically this song, for the first time. I'm a 58 year old classic rocker, but I've easily watched over 50 reactions to this song. She's got other amazing songs too. Check out, if you haven't already, Evergreen, and October Sky.

[@brendaguerin5423]

One voice , one soft quitar, how many big female singers out there could do this!!

[@johnshea5967]

This was the first and last time she ever performed this song,(no pressure then)!, that puts this performance into a different stratosphere!god bless her ❤

[@csutton161]

I just listened to Yebba last night, she popped up on my list, and I CRIED like a baby...Wow, I have not heard a song touch me like this. She is now added to my favorites list...

[@eveningglow2608]

When I first saw this on YT a few years ago I was blown away, Yebba is amazing.

[@lutdesimpelaere2947]

Absolutely heart wrenching. I’ve listened to this song so many times and it still gets to me . She’s a very talented singer. Love your reactions, you don’t even have to say anything , your face speaks volumes. I totally agree with you what pop music is concerned, quality artists like Dimash, Diana Ankudinova etc. get no attention while the recycled pop songs get relentless play on the radio. There’s another artist that is amazing named “Faouzia”. She’s a Moroccan singer who lives in Canada. She has many fantastic songs, maybe start with “ tears of gold” Stripped version ( she’s best singing live). ✌

[@ArabManReacts]

I know her! she's awesome! I actually know someone that personally knows her so she's like one degree away. My hope is if we get the channel big enough I can start interviewing these awesome artists.

[@GryLi]

I feel her pain when she sings.

[@marir8430]

She is so talented! Try next Yebba - Boomerang (live).

[@Citizenesse8]

I am so glad that you said that when you asked if she was from your part of the world. From the moment I heard this song and I heard her lament, it sounded and was reminiscent of those wails that I've heard in different types of music from the Middle East, in Egypt and other places. I heard a whisper of Oum Khaltoum. I love this song in the way she sang it because it gives literal voice to the grief of a broken love and broken face. And the lament that she raises is perfectly appropriate for that.

[@monisolaelliott9346]

I said the same thing!

[@103mrg]

citzenesse Very insightful comment! "Lament"---spot on. And very perceptive noting the Middle Eastern musical wailing influence. Kudos. 👍

[@tparmenter]

100% correct. This song, her voice will absolutely destroy you. It does what all good music should do. Make you feel.

[@JScott-jm1bo]

Yebba is one of the best!

[@maddalenacherchi]

Thank you, I love Yebba,She is incredible artist and incredible woman. Love from Italy!🤗

[@IainiaI]

You're the first person to mention something about thinking she was from your part of the world, when I first heard her about 4 years ago, I thought she was middle eastern at first, her name (although now I know it's just Abbey backwards) but also her almost yodelling in her runs is so different to the usual western way of singing. Never heard anyone else mention that😊 It's criminal that she isn't a household name, technically, I don't think there are many that can compare to her vocal agility and her ability to impart emotion while singing, so effortless.

[@Thaidragon76]

i have seen many reaction of this and voice teacher, vocal coach´s and other speaking of technik´s and her tone´s, but no one seems to notice it, of course she has wailing tones, the story and the emotions she puts into it (heartache and anger) say it, what does a lovesick person do, cry, she has the sobs, the sighs, the whimpering, the bitter gasp and the pressed exhalation, transformed into tones of their singing. In other words "she cries the song in sorrow and rage" and the emotions she puts into it makes it so effective, remember and watch the performance again, you'll realize how impressive the song and her singing really is

[@ravenclaw832]

Most of the reactions to this song mention her wailing and emotional voice breaking on higher notes. It's hard not to notice.

[@deirdrelegge]

Welcome to the magical world of Yebba (Abbey spelled backwards)! Please react to more of her - Cover of John Mayer's Gravity with Clark Beckham, her original songs Evergreen, October Sky and Boomerang (live version is a must) and her Tiny Desk concert. She has collaborated with Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, Mark Ronson, Chance The Rapper, Drake, PJ Morton (They won a Grammy together) etc. All videos, songs and vocal talent are exceptional! It is a crying shame that she is not a household name...

[@ArabManReacts]

WOW! MAybe we do the whole of the Tiny Desk concert. I'm adding gravity to the list, October Sky is already on there. Thank you!

[@Robert_Herring]

Beautiful reaction. She is from my state of Arkansas, just outside of Memphis. The first thing you said after she finished is that she was preaching: she is a Baptist preacher's daughter, so well familiar with preaching.

[@ArabManReacts]

Makes sense. love from Beirut

[@bboyshotty]

one of my all time favorite performances..beautifully done

[@MyCacorka]

A very human reaction, thank you.

[@blessed7406]

You nailed it on the head! Your the first reaction video I’ve come across that actually worded it perfectly. The fact that you understand the interpretation of the song and could intellectually explain her talent speaks volumes about you. You have a new follower ❤ She also did a rendition with Clark Beckham on the song Gravity. Her vocals are stunning! You might want to check it out. 😊

[@nicktomato7]

so glad you resonated with this song so much! she’s unreal, and even though she was in some hardship when she did this song, her life actually took a very harsh turn right after this her next song she did was ‘evergreen’ and the beats 1/apple music video version of it is a fantastic next yebba song!

[@angeltravis4846]

Yerba EVERGREEN. You will love it.

[@laurageorge8560]

Thanks Arab man my seen my sentiments exactly... I put on the video on repeat and it always makes me cry and reflect. I get goosebumps listening to her voice. Damn good reaction

[@paulaallen6649]

Beautiful ❤❤❤

[@whowantstoknow4168]

Lovely and genuine reaction. Thank you.

[@msj-st9ig]

This is one of most powerfull interpretation in live! Listen more from this incredible talent young lady, where she shows her technik wich is perfect....Boomerang for example....she giving her hurt on the plate in this song....Ed Sherran sign with her after he listen this interpretation.....she is so underrated.. .

[@tiffinyanderson4403]

In addition she’s an advocate for mental health awareness and support. Her mother committed suicide shortly after Yebba sang her original song “My Mind" and the song took on a new meaning representing mental health. She chose her performance name in tribute to her mother who called her by her nickname Yebba. She gave away her original, “My Mind” for free to honor her momma. Ed Sheeran saw this performance and cried. He signed her onto his record label.

[@TomN_D]

Great summary! Adelle 2.0 haha yea, that's what i heard first time. Cheers Bro!

[@noorieiversen]

Definitely listen to her Tiny Desk concert and her live performances of One more Smile and Paranoia Purple and her live performance with Lucky Daye 'How much can a heart take 💓 and also October Sky (Live). Thanks 😊

[@susanmarten278]

Love a great story teller.

[@looneygardener]

This is pure emotion wrapped in a soft but scratchy blanket of pain. So have you heard Angelina Jordan? Now she is insane.

[@PaulaTheLittleOne]

Yes, oh yes. I know the feeling all too well!! They say I'm too romantic, too "dreamy", too creative and that's why I get hurt. So tired of the foolishness. She's... wow... need more Yebba right now!

[@PaulaTheLittleOne]

🥰😘💕

[@PaulaTheLittleOne]

My pet snake, a beautiful leucistic royal python named Laleh, died today. I've been crying all day. You giving me a heart really cheered me up. Thank you 💕

[@StarStuffGal321]

I just love your reactions. Always insightful and heartfelt. I am glad you chose this to react to. You’ve introduced me to an amazing new (new to me) singer.

[@ArabManReacts]

YEY!

[@paulaallen6649]

True

[@mimo5815]

Oh goodness I am really glad to know this song

[@TrishF_2024]

Wale cum salam! Great reaction. New sub here.

[@ArabManReacts]

Thanks for joining us!

[@leahvolz6524]

Thank you…I think Adele is amazing but Yebba is a whole different level.

[@msj-st9ig]

Who didnt cry dont know or feel the music ❤

[@morganepg]

I'm going for a walk I'm hot and sweaty. As soon as this song comes on chills

[@peterdellos8824]

Please react to her NPR Tiny Desk performance of four songs. Because I am telling you right now you'll FLIP your LID.

[@ArabManReacts]

Adding it to the list. Thank you!

[@PedroNovacek]

Yebba 🇧🇷♥️🥰

[@airalynsaudade483]

Please react to Evergreen Gravity October Sky And her Tiny Desk concert The power of her voice

[@paulaallen6649]

Gut wrenching

[@bradleybellringer5740]

i love arab man

[@amandagoodtime7751]

React to yebba evergreen please it’s dedicated to her mom she did it right after this one because her mom committed suicide after her ex cheated on her and she wanted to let her mom know she’s her evergreen it was her first time back at the church she sings at since her mom passed she said because it’s were she felt closest to her mom

[@najaberthelsen]

She is wailing in song..

[@thatducklady]

Love to have your reaction to Kaleo Can't Go On Without You (Live), Asaf Avidan Her Lies, or Cobi Don't Cry For Me (Live). Either way I hope you check them out.

[@bethlarkin5651]

She's SOOOOOO AMAZING right. Another amazing vocal of hers is a song called Evergreen. Sad fact but literally a week after this gid Abbey's (Yebba's ) mother committed suicide. Very sad. 😔💗

[@emmathepaperquiller4263]

❤

[@beatricejones747]

Hey Arab Man, this song by (Elizabeth Abbey Smith) YEBBA - ABBEY spelled backwards has been in circulation for several years. I am told that her mom took a gun and shot herself (committed suicide outside of YEBBA's apartment window) ) shortly after this girl released this song. One other caveat - if you REMOTELY look at hip hop dance, check out this French dancer called Les Twins (dances with his twin brother) Larry - who danced to it - blew up the internet with reactors reacting to it. That will make you CRY. Just type in to [KZbin - Les Twins Larry freestyle MY Mind by YEBBA]

[@hidhirart7482]

Hello, sometime soon could you react to Abeer Nehme, Bala Ma Nhess live in Belgium? 😬😬

[@laurageorge8560]

Her name is Abbey/Yebba born in Arkansas

[@RogerPeard]

Hey I'm back anyway hey y'all Google her song and listen to her singing the song called evergreen- and another song you need to listen to is it to her and some guy but the song is called gravity pull that up y'all she's amazing

[@brendaguerin5423]

here is another yebba live performance she can use her voice like Dimash!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3W0h3d5qNd5d6c

[@RogerPeard]

Hey you're kind of cute anyway first off she's not in a sound booth she's in an open gigantic room no sound overs know anything and it's just her and the guy playing the guitar and I don't see where you're saying she starts off with a smile on her face I never seen that but one thing I do agree I agree with you on is can y'all can can you believe can you believe this lady and she's got a lot more good songs I think she's special

[@msj-st9ig]

I love Whitney-for me greatest vocalist ever walking on this planet but Yebba is and was from another influence....or Adele...not in a joundred years ...listen Boomerang ...there is no Adele or other you mentioned....just Yebba

[@msj-st9ig]

This song doesnt sounds so damn good without Yebba!

[@Martin-kd8bb]

It’s pronounced yebba, oh wait that doesn’t help