NF - NATE REACTION!! | THE SELF REFLECTION IS REAL!!

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Nate by NF is a crazy self reflecting letter that he has written to his younger self...but is it really to his younger self?
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[@Milewski23]

“It’s approximately Nate-thirty” this why I love you 😂

[@TheThirdErnest]

😂😂😂 well would you look at the time!

[@emotionaloreo4328]

TheThirdErnest it’s quarter to Nate twenty 😂

[@bphifer]

Dude, I’ve listened to this a half dozen times and haven’t heard the happy Birthday in the beginning. Noice

[@Splooie010]

Right?!

[@eduxb9140]

Same bro... Weak earphones gang

[@BratatoChip]

Brandon Phifer holy shit me too that’s wild

[@aimanhaji27]

+1

[@nfsupporterrealmusictilthe4720]

Same🤦🏻‍♂️

[@benwrobel3987]

The part when he says “I’ll be here for you if things get worse” hits hard for me. It is such a cool way to tell the younger Nate that he never kills himself.

[@TheThirdErnest]

A BARRRRRRR

[@jordanjohns7896]

Ben Wrobel I never thought of it that way. Interesting.

[@lucylume]

Well that elevated the lyric to a whole new level...

[@invn8]

yoo Ben, could you elaborate on that, please? I'm not sure I understand

[@TakodaRides]

IVN Music telling little Nate that times will get hard helps him prepare for life when he’s older cause life is hard but dont let that affect you

[@SRZNShaRiZaN]

Tbh i don't even notice the Happy birthday being played on the start

[@lucasbrotherssecurity1050]

Man its crazyyyyyyyyyy the difference in views from NF videos and the others on your channel. I watch all the vids lol but sheesh. Us NF fans are different.

[@TheThirdErnest]

Fear Nothing hahaha you ain’t never lie. It’s wild

[@joshuavaughn7209]

I only watch nf and em, not really interested the others

[@irineliliuta8411]

It's because nf its easy to digest....no complex shit so that everyone gets it...plus alot of ppl relate to this

[@user-vy4uh2vr4k]

NF family is huge.

[@Riftwalker84]

he's NF you're FN it's kinda obvious at this point that you're a fan.

[@fabiennec5945]

Sorry we kept bothering you to go back to Nate so much But in the end it's your fault for being so awesome and making us want more videos sooo🤷🏽‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️🤷🏽‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️

[@TheThirdErnest]

Fabienne C it ain’t even a bother...love reacting to Nate! Just gotta spread it out make sure we don’t run out! Lol

[@Joanimate]

@@TheThirdErnest true that

[@RainBloodReviews]

I love the “To tell that kid he’s gonna take a lot of hits” line. Because it’s kind of a double meaning. Taking literal hits because he was abused by one of his mom’s boyfriends, and some emotional hits like his mom passing away.

[@TheThirdErnest]

most def a double meaning and they are both hard to hear

[@zach3394]

The third is my favorite reaction channel for music for sure.

[@kellyliebbe8674]

He gives reactions that educate people. He seems to know more about the industry than anyone else. I learn a lot watching these. They are my favorite. ♡

[@joshuavaughn7209]

No life Shaq is good too

[@jon_because]

His knowledge of past music is above and beyond.

[@xxretrogamingxx617]

he is my fav. too way to go @ TheThirdErnest

[@skywalker9301]

I just realized the lupe vids have like 5k views in a week and this got 3k in an hour😂 nf fam strong

[@TheThirdErnest]

yall go hard for sure lol...I don't mind tho...honestly I expect less views on all non nf songs...lupe or not lol

[@criticalthinker72]

By the way Nate talks to his fans on some sort of social media platform about his new album after it dropped. He talks about his favorite song was interlude followed by I hate myself and Nate. He says that after the perception tour that he was really depressed and suicidal. He checked himself in somewhere for 4 days and that's where he wrote those 2 songs. Nate was an exercise he was ask to do about what he would tell himself when he was younger. Pretty interesting. He's pretty straight forward when it comes to his music.

[@SdisticDrummer]

It's Instagram that he uses... I always miss it cuz I refuse to use Instagram.

[@yaram2802]

I think it's crazy how he basically tells his younger self major advice for life, but mostly just in a general way, so that IF past-Nate could hear this, he could maybe handle a few things better, BUT on this track he doesn't really throw spoilers out there and doesn't tell everything that's gonna happen exactly. I mean for example that he doesn't say that his mother will die, that's why he said "skip track no.4", because for his character development he shouldn't be prepared for this to happen

[@Cetusedw]

You made a great observation, I feel the need to point out that Nate said “skip to track no.4” as it kind of changes what you’re saying. Nevertheless, what you said is true for the rest of the song

[@leafdninja6767]

So true..

[@reTache4955]

@@Cetusedw Does he really says "Skip to track 4" ? I understand "Skip the track 4"

[@orzhageN]

five years later - the 4th track on HOPE is "Mama"

[@eduxb9140]

This song hits me in a way... prolly one of my favorites

[@Milewski23]

I’ve listened to this song multiple times and never even heard the “happy birthday” song in the beginning. 😂😂

[@rossperrine1267]

Get your boy to make a “that’s a bar” t-shirt

[@TheThirdErnest]

Ross Perrine haha I would but that’s his own brand with its own vision. I’m designing that’s a bar shirt this weekend tho should be up next week!

[@aboynamedjayy]

The part about Young Nate taking a lot of hits can also be references to the physical abuse he would go through from his mom's boyfriend.

[@Splooie010]

Been digging Lupe's stuff man! But also glad we're still getting to some NF, was anticipating a super deep analysis on this one. Just shows the standard of quality you put in this channel!

[@TheThirdErnest]

Johnathan Granados yessir! Lupe train and NF at the same time! Absolute win win lol

[@saturnturik]

people need to give this man the credit and sub

[@erayburn6354]

Your ability to notice the small details is, quite honestly, amazing! And, your off the cuff quotes, examples, etc...I often find myself wondering if you have a super-developed eidetic memory. Your perception & observation skills are impressive. You are now my "go to" for rap tracks & video breakdowns. Thanks for sharing your knowledge! ✌😃✌

[@shannongunter6091]

Literally my favorite song on The Search finally getting reacted by my favorite reactor. 🤘🏼

[@dino983YT]

that pun at the start “nate thirty”

[@AZMasterbaker]

Nate always tying or mentioning other songs or albums into his songs mentioned all of these in this one, trauma, moments, therapy session, perception

[@mickyou86]

Wow this is such a powerful song lyrically. Nate is really throwing himself out there to help others that are going through it too. Powerful.

[@TheThirdErnest]

thats what makes his music so powerful...most talented lyricist ever? no. but willing to put his life out there for people to see? most definitely and thats what makes his songs powerful...no one cares about your lyrical ability if you aren't saying anything worth listening to

[@mickyou86]

TheThirdErnest that’s exactly right!! That’s the reason why I love his music. He is honest and realistic.

[@colinparr8984]

React to "Oh Lord" by NF it's a bit of a older song but that shit will really get you thinking and make your realize A LOT of stuff that you or others may do without realizing.

[@oceanemathieu9918]

He wrote this song while in therapy last year, and one of the assignment was 'what would you say to your younger self'.

[@deenaschilling7568]

EA3...FLAWLESS as per!! Is it just me or do you wonder how Nate is doing with the success of this album...Let's send him lots of love and light fam!!!💕💕💕😀😀 And always sending love and light to you EA3 💕💕💕😀😀😀 Namaste,my friend!!

[@TheThirdErnest]

Deena Schilling it’s gotta be a weird place! Hopefully he worked through a lot before the album release because he had to know it was gonna be huge

[@deenaschilling7568]

I hope so!!💕😀

[@fahrizaandi5099]

This track hits me like a truck 😭😭

[@jovandragas8734]

I’ve probably listened to this a hundred time and never noticed half the stuff this guy does damn just for realizing it was a happy birthday in the beginning I dropped the sub

[@aurora_1x]

The joke at the beginning. It was the worst... And I laughed about it😂

[@Ali.Alsari]

can you please make a top 50 rappers of all time video

[@TheThirdErnest]

Ali Alsari I might have to because that list that’s on the Internet rn is GARBAGE. I think it’s a troll tbh lol

[@o45032]

@@TheThirdErnest they put eminem at 10 😂

[@llcooljj]

Obed R wasn’t he 22, 10th is good?

[@joelcontreras5502]

Never even noticed the happy birthday song in the back round 👍🤔😱💥🤯

[@christianrodriguez8538]

THASABAR!!!!!

[@jasonl5869]

Back to the man the myth the legend Real music

[@ririnho91]

I’m from Serbia, I speak English fine, but can’t catch everything in a rap song easily. Thanks to you, I can fully appreciate the music I like. I don’t miss a video. Best to man. ps can’t wait for old school train. ;)

[@GhostDrummer]

Brother, I love that you don’t bash Nate for his faith!!! As a Christian myself, I struggle with other “Christians” destroying my confidence and my abilities that I try to follow in my everyday life.

[@xXxfdssxXX]

I know, we're on the Lupe train now but you should really do a reaction on Hate myself - NF. But make sure listening to NFs Interlude before you listen to Hate myself. Anyways. As always a excellent breakdown. I really enjoy your style of "reaction" video. It's very satisfying watching your videos due to you actually listening and interpreting the lyrics of the songs and not just the song as a whole. Additionally: For me as a non native english speaker your breakdowns really help me understand a lot of rap songs, especially the really bar heavy ones, where one double entendre follows another. So thanks for that as well :D

[@TheThirdErnest]

xXxfdssxXX some vids are true reactions some are breakdowns since I know the song! And thanks for joining on the Lupe train! We are actually on Lupe and NF train simultaneously lol

[@andygill33]

Ernest, I have a 14 year old that struggles with anxiety and depression and cutting. I encourage him to listen to NF and he has become a HUGE fan. Sent him to his concert in MSP. Your explanations of his music and videos are SPOT ON. I’m now going to tell him to subscribe to you and listen to your explanation of this song First because you have done it superbly. You are like Nate, your explanations will help my son understand the song at an even deeper level. Keep on doin what you do. It’s appreciated.

[@TheThirdErnest]

Man I hope she’s doing ok and he writes his music for him! To let him know he’s not alone

[@hiyabuddy7]

Love your content bro. And loved how you related the difference between confidence and arrogance to your haters. And very true. Btw that's why I'm subbing... Dat swag doe

[@casse6698]

Thank you for not calling him a Christian rapper ! ❤️

[@TheThirdErnest]

Casse def not a Christian rapper! 👌🏽

[@Given119]

He came up on Christian radio/marketing and tours/festivals is himself a Christian. He is a Christian artist by definition. Not sure the motivation for artists attempting to separate themselves from their art other than 💰 but, yeah, He's a Christian rapper to say otherwise is a difference without a distinction. Appreciate the breakdowns 👍

[@TheThirdErnest]

Shane M depends on what your definition of Christian music is. The content of his music especially in the last 3 albums doesn’t really touch much on faith or god other than mentions of it here and there. He hasn’t made a full song about faith (at least not one i can think of) since mansion. Someone like lecrae I see as a Christian rapper or gospel rapper because he actually has his faith in the fore front of a lot of his music and that’s my personal distinction.

[@TheThirdErnest]

Shane M and thanks for watching man! It’s all opinion based and I like hearing from people with differencing opinions

[@baiatu_teh_boss5613]

@@TheThirdErnest actually NF has made two songs about Faith so far: Oh Lord and Keep On

[@therandleray]

Keep killin it my guy.. Class is in session! The Search album is easily album of the year. Also i checked out both Lupe tracks.. Im glad you led with what you did.. I wasnt feelin the first one, but the second one was FUEGO!!

[@TheThirdErnest]

therandleray ayyeeee appreciate the support on other vids man!

[@therandleray]

I check them all out homie. Best reacts on the tube. Im sending more your way as we speak.

[@shanongavinski3609]

Thanks💜 Always look forward to your breakdowns. Oh Lord is one of my favorites by Nate. No Name and Outcast also.

[@michaelmunoz3171]

you could please do this whenever but trauma is one of my favorites on the album so i would love to see your reaction

[@cameronprimeaux7436]

this channel is my top favorite channel for reactions he speaks about it with an open mind and keeps it real and breaks it down perfectly

[@chiefdropout]

Apparently The Search is No. 1 on Billboard Charts, toppling Chance The Rapper's new album from the No. 1 spot. This album is dope!

[@Beatriz_MS]

Yes, he sold over 130k copies, with 84k being pure sales. It's his second number one album on a roll and I'm super proud of it.

[@KellyKels23]

This video hit a little too close to home. I try not to fall down the rabbit hole, but I definitely understand hitting career goals then feeling like "what does any of this even mean?", especially with the recent passing of my dad. Worked hard his entire life just to be diagnosed with a terminal illness 2 months before his retirement and 2.5 years later he's gone never getting the chance to kick his feet up and enjoy the fruits of his labor. This is life huh? Work hard then die. I can't mess with you NF cause this is a dangerous space to be mentally, but I really like him and hope he can always get whatever help he needs.

[@TheThirdErnest]

super sorry to hear about the loss of your father...yes its those moments where we questions the meaning of life and what we are working towards...it can feel like the world is attacking you...thats when you have to find joy in your work but realize that its nothing more than that..work. Gotta find life in things that money cant buy because at the end of the day, that all people are going to care about when they remember you and the legacy you left.

[@KellyKels23]

@@TheThirdErnest thanks for your kind words! Love that you interact with us, please don't change❤

[@allardwaterlander2604]

I was waiting for this one, thank you

[@cyocyu]

You are the best ,how you break down the lyrics its on a whole new level your are gifted keep up the good work you will blow up at one point much love from Romania

[@UraharaKira]

greak breakdown as always, waiting the next :)

[@annasalchemy.theband]

Bro you are by far my favorite reaction channel, keep it up 🤙

[@Ata7violin]

Love your breakdowns man, best wishes from Cyprus!

[@kevina4009]

dude this is my favorite song from the search and I hadn't notice the happy bday singing in the background

[@aimanhaji27]

This is my favorite track of the album ❤️ dope reaction as always

[@brandoncurren7610]

Dang man you're so good at breaking things down, especially when there's deep layers to unpack. Much love and respect, great video as usual

[@carolpalmer512]

Been waiting for you!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥 Glad to see ya back.

[@megadodmac]

I saw NF on Oct 1 perform this song, it was so beautiful as he sang to an empty chair with young Nate on the screen behind him. Amazing live performer.

[@earthtrotterjones7835]

Dude your reaction and lyric analysis is on point! You quickly became the place to go to get into meaning of a song especially NF. Good work man

[@riyansomani7673]

You're such a good KZbinr. I'm glad that your channel is growing

[@treyjasso]

I like how you have in depth knowledge of hip hop. You mention others lines or works and tie it into the review, that’s dope.

[@McMattybcfc]

Been waiting for u to do this track! Absolute banger and as usual the best breakdown I’ve heard!!! 🔥🔥

[@suzanne33]

Awesome reaction, thanks man for sharing

[@coastercraze68]

Have been super excited for your reaction to this one since it might be my favorite of the previously unreleased tracks. Love that you always include a little bit at the beginning of each video that shows your personality...and of course Nima 😍😂

[@williamzavatsky8813]

Fam nf brought me to you, but you kept me here. Out of all the people doing reactions, you are one of the only that actually LISTEN to the words and get them, I hit that sub and am enjoying your content, much love!!!

[@mahalivalentin]

After 3 months , I finally decided to subscribe to your channel , just because of NF 😍 love how you go into detail with his songs ....

[@blakemann9911]

I love watching your reaction vids bro

[@denisebarrett8642]

Your breakdowns are the BEST regarding NF. Truly intelligent and thoughtful breakdown ❤️

[@nickmitchell1760]

So I've been listening to Nate a lot recently, and I feel the expanse of emptiness infront of me, with a city behind me, as in I have what I've dealed with as I am now, and what I have in my past. But the future is empty, like an empty canvas ready to be painted. Especially with this song. Anyone else?

[@lordddvannn]

Bro of all the time I've listened to this song (and that's a lot),I've never noticed the bday song thing ever, and you noticed it the very first time! That shows your level of attention to detail man, keep doing you!

[@jenm9347]

I have to admit... I totally laughed out loud at Nate-thirty. So glad to have you review this song and have to say, I look forward to all your breakdowns, it is awesome to have someone point out bits that are missed in both lyrics and music videos that make what you have just heard/seen even better. Keep it up, totally my fav channel. PS: totally liked this video before I heard it all... always a guaranteed win here.

[@davidbarber5323]

Good job bro...many good analysis points. Like listening to your breakdowns. God bless.

[@brianvecellio7121]

Dude, not that it matters, but I’ve had a shit morning. This straight up pumped me up when I saw the notification.

[@TheThirdErnest]

that does matter!! and glad I could turn it around man!

[@jana1781]

First comment Yay! . . . BEEN WAITING FOR THIS!! My favorite songgg

[@AlexRiley1995]

I honesty don’t know how someone can dislike this video. Great video, keep up the good work.

[@JordanRA]

Love your analysis and breakdowns of lyrics dude.

[@brittnick8911]

Your reactions are the best 🔥

[@josiahgaddis3122]

Yoooo i mess with your videos because you really know how to break it down! Helps me understand the song more!

[@scottwatkins1431]

More fire from Nate and E3! Love it bro, keep it rollin!!

[@kevinm4565]

Real in depth reactions and analysations of the tracks, just subscribed keep up the great work fam 🙌🏽🙏🏽

[@cherry-or2rk]

That baby dog sooo full of adorableness!!🤗

[@muchnutty4950]

good shit man these reactions make my day better

[@mattross6227]

Great reaction! Keep it up brother! #NFfam

[@jimblankenship5895]

Dude you break them down better than anyone! Unbelievable bro , don't ever stop! You were born for this! This channel is going to blow up trust me! Keep doing you bro!

[@mikosdanes]

Fire 🔥 reaction as usual

[@yaram2802]

YASS I hoped so hard for this

[@criticalthinker72]

They are singing Happy birthday!

[@_zehnmusic]

Yo, man, you are the best. I watched multiple reactions to this, and none of them noticed the Happy birthday part. I knew you weren't gonna miss that. It's very important part and gave me chills

[@droogs4137]

You’re amazing with your insight and breakdowns.. Pure🔥

[@lilylidya9479]

Earlyyyyyyy heyyyyyyyyyy u da best i already liked without watching 😂💔

[@mantra2333]

You have the deadliest reactions and madly appreciated.

[@TheThirdErnest]

appreciate that bro!!

[@stevebourgeois9473]

Love your NF stuff man

[@GuJanka]

I've seen so many reactions on this song, and you are the only one who noticed that they singing Happy Birthday for him at the very beginning! Worth the sub!

[@MrHahaveryhappy]

I never even realized the happy birthday in the background lol good pick up. I love your reactions. You and layedback

[@mimiwashere93]

Your reactions are very in depth and you explain things well. New sub!

[@TheThirdErnest]

welcome to the fam Miriam! thank you!

[@lunna_bluu547]

SAY IT Ernest!!!!!!😎...tell um what you know bruh... I love NF so believe me when I say that I really like how you break his lyrics down...you're so very thorough and comprehensible...Gnarly✊

[@NativeBeanpole]

Another quality review/reaction.

[@Yuki-vy9wv]

Just found out about your channel. Good stuff man, congratz. Solid review on the song, doesnt seem like, fake u know, like many react channels. Keep it up !

[@Kelly30stm]

Another awesome NF song and a great breakdown!

[@neriahmontgomery5566]

I started to cry when you pointed out the happy birthday song in the beginning. I don't really know exactly why but I did, I got chills too.

[@tamasvandlik3660]

You are insane man, keep up the good work

[@tyhaaland165]

Good breakdown brother

[@Nephilim63744546]

NF reactions brought me to your channel, but the way you break down the lyrics and production aspects also are next level compared to many other larger reaction channels. Which is what got you my Subscription. Keep it up!

[@zeyadhelal]

Dude I love u and I love your reaction so much, your bro from egypt ❤❤🙌🏼