so many good songs by this VERY creative band, so very many
@ed.z.2 жыл бұрын
YES. Something deep inside us. Very, very emotional. It doesn’t ever go away. We ARE human. Common thread.
@yvonnephillips3888 Жыл бұрын
This song can apply to so many situations , love, society, fear all of it the angst of life when we want to fix something when we should let it be and let God work.
@janiefoglewohlerspantryand21022 жыл бұрын
The song is in natural minor. ... The phrase "losing my religion" is an expression from the southern region of the United States that means "losing one's temper or civility" or "feeling frustrated and desperate." Stipe told The New York Times the song was about romantic expression
@perryedwards47463 жыл бұрын
REM ... Shinny happy people.. great song
@dcg4mn8 ай бұрын
A masterpiece both the song and the production
@dancouver232 жыл бұрын
Man we didn't know how good we had it in the 90's to have actual real artists producing music and videos like this.
@jefffiore78693 жыл бұрын
Yes! One of my favorite bands ever!!
@Lydia-vt5uz Жыл бұрын
I had the same emotional reaction as the brother in the white shirt. It’s a guy at the end of his tether, for whatever reason. So nice to see someone feel that depth. Love this whole video, the visuals, the music, the vocals, the lyrics, and your reaction.
@emteemac3 жыл бұрын
The instrument was a mandolin. This riff was the thing he created the first time he played it. He plays other stringed instruments... so that helped LOL. Then they built a song around it.
@brianriccardo2612 жыл бұрын
My guy said.' It was just a dream, nothing to worry about "...I died laughing
@elizabethtrainer97322 жыл бұрын
George, when you get emotional about music, it's then that we love you so much. You feel music on another level from most, it speaks to your soul and drives your life..."emotional" is a very GOOD thing.
@tjsnow13 жыл бұрын
this song always gets me too. its a powerful love song plucked out on the mandolin, sharp and biting. the parable shows gods and workers powerless to help the fallen angel, who is mocked by peasants and dies. this sadness, loss, futility and despair haunt the music.
@MarkTitus4202 жыл бұрын
R.E.M.s lyrics are probably the most complex ever but the vide is always hitting deep - that's why I continue to listen to them since they first came on the scene.
@raspberryswirl375 Жыл бұрын
This is an incredibly emotional song! Over 30 years later it still gives me chills and brings me to tears. Thank you for sharing your heartfelt reaction!
@donnadrane49779 ай бұрын
Losing my religion is a southern term for losing your mind. The lead singer said the lyrics were about unrequited love. If you watch the video again and look at some of the imagery of the beautiful men you will figure it out.
@tessasnow3 жыл бұрын
One of my favourite songs ...🖖🏻🇨🇦💥🥰
@imshannonnottellin78823 жыл бұрын
If you thought this was melancholy, listen to Everybody Hurts by R.E.M
@steveakhurst78453 жыл бұрын
I second this suggestion and then can I suggest after that shiny happy people by them as a contrast ?
@steveakhurst78453 жыл бұрын
@@Kess952 Yes it helped a lot of people.. I hope you are in a better place now ?
@willasacco98983 жыл бұрын
Me too - Good suggestion to follow it up it with Shiny Happy People.
@DianaJG83 жыл бұрын
Yes! Great song but a tear-jerker!
@stephanietip3 жыл бұрын
I just recommended it just now too.I think everyone needs to hear that song at least once
@odonnelly463 жыл бұрын
He has very emotional songs - brings out our human feelings! (Also he usually includes beautiful boys in his videos! Very rare for that period).
@hammertime6153 жыл бұрын
REM was an awesome talented band ,, Your reaction reminded me of how much i have liked them ,,thanx
@chariotreign Жыл бұрын
That is beautiful guys,
@roarsomemum58303 жыл бұрын
breaks my heart.. every time.
@NairBisson-gr1kz Жыл бұрын
Amo esta canción!!!💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
@stuartarnold642 жыл бұрын
First time I heard this, I was on a train in Ireland in 1993 … a whole class of school kids were on the train and were singing it. I loved the lyrics and wondered what the song was …. I then happened to hear it on the radio a while later and found out 🙂
@chriss8792 Жыл бұрын
Bro I love you talking about being emotional during music I feel the same way with this song, and so many others music just does that..
@colleenmonfross42833 жыл бұрын
The stringed instrument is the Mandolin, like John Paul Jones uses in several Led Zeppelin songs.
@modmary35273 жыл бұрын
“Losing My Religion” is Southern slang term, for freaking out, or losing your cool. or manners. Being unhinged.
@jeffstevens42623 жыл бұрын
Unhinged is a good word to describe the video. Meaningless rubbish but a great tune.
@stephanietip3 жыл бұрын
Are you southern too? Tennessee gal here.
@jeffstevens42623 жыл бұрын
@@stephanietip Yes, but London, Southern England lol
@modmary35273 жыл бұрын
@@stephanietip Yes!!! Houston, Texas
@johnnyrich13 жыл бұрын
@@jeffstevens4262 south or north london 😂?
@ronaldhepler72113 жыл бұрын
I think you would enjoy a live version such as Trafalgar Square. With the live version you can see how the audience truly enjoys this song.
@melodygrim4712 жыл бұрын
I understand, George. This song - this time - took me back to when my husband left to go be with his girlfriend. I honestly was an ordained minister who was very active in the church, and I just quit! I quit praying, I quit talking to God. That was 22 years ago. I was so mad at God for allowing that to happen after 15 1/2 years. Then I got married again, and we got back in church, and then my husband was shot (he was a bodyguard), doctors didn't repair it correctly, replaced his knee with a metal one, and it ground down, putting small bits of metal into his brain, and he started having hallucinations, and I found that he had hung himself in the garage! So I quit going to church again. Then I ran into someone who I'd known back when I was 24, and his band was having a 25th anniversary concert. My kids were grown, I had no responsibilities other than to myself. So I got a two week ticket to fly out and see his band. When it came time to leave, he said he'd lost me once before and he wasn't going to lose me again. The year we were married he was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. He died April 10, 2019. Guess who hasn't been to church since! Yeah, and I actually was one in the spotlight, as I was lead singer in a Christian Rock band - and a soloist in the church! So now, that's me in the corner, I once was in the spotlight, but I keep losing my religion! Haven't listened to the song in years - now I know why!
@Free-flyBE3 жыл бұрын
This song hits me hard too; & the mandolin adds a different dimension like it's plucking at your heart-strings:(
@alimm879311 ай бұрын
Atinado tu sentir
@sandyleewhite Жыл бұрын
What I love so much about R.E.M., & music in general, is that it can be interpreted different by every person listening, & mean something different emotionally, depending on where you are in your life..... 💞💞💞 This song is truly a masterpiece!
@geoffsullivan79023 жыл бұрын
Another great song from a band that took creative chances. I love the harmony....and the lyric. Enjoy! 🎼🎶❤️
@KH-qv8tk3 жыл бұрын
I like how George gets emotional over songs.
@tedsmith43853 жыл бұрын
Thanks guys one of the greatest bands from 80s/90s
@alimm879311 ай бұрын
Yo viajo, cocino , limpio puedo hacerlo todo 24 /7 escuchando esta canción es inexplicable cada instrumento, su voz, todo... Es hermosa ❤ te emociona , te da melancolía y te transporta a un pensamiento profundo de lo que quieras recordar o pensar ...❤❤❤❤❤
@matthewdrake43853 жыл бұрын
Music is a wonderful thing. REM was formed in a college town in American Georgia (as in the United State) formed in the 80s, but really made it big in the 90s and 2000s. Some of their songs are about human emotions and can have deep meanings. They had the same members for over 25 years.
@estebancalderon44003 жыл бұрын
One of my favorites song ever ,beatiful
@jameswilliams2106 Жыл бұрын
I sing this on karaoke brilliant song love your reactions new subscriber
@dimitrasotirakoglou25533 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite songs Thank you ♥️
@1990zameerahmed3 жыл бұрын
Love how honest your reactions are! Keep up the good work guys!
@Lunal733 жыл бұрын
I cry while listening this song. So much pain, heartache and deception makes you loose your faith in everything and everyone to the point you try to convince yourself that it all was a dream. 😭💔
@jennhurl3 жыл бұрын
"Everybody Hurts" is must! It has this effect of reminding you that you're not alone & not to give up. Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful powerful song. ❤ Please take a listen.
@RicoBurghFan3 жыл бұрын
You're getting emotial because the song is intensely emotional. About trying to make a relationship work without losing yourself. One of the great songs and videos ever and thank you as usual for a great reaction my bros 👍🏾
@debbiegillette47343 жыл бұрын
Spot on.
@RYMAN13212 жыл бұрын
And the part that always gets me is “but that was just a dream” 😥
@Slashovic3 жыл бұрын
R.E.M - The One i Love, Shiny Happy People, Evebody Hurts and
@doggiesarus2 жыл бұрын
Art, Religion, Politics, and Beauty are just a thin veneer. I always saw this as a song about discovering you are not what you think you are, and your values are not important.
@jewely9757 Жыл бұрын
One brother is a deep soul and is deeply affected by music. The other is a singer who studies the voices. An introvert and an extrovert. Both are beautiful.
@angeldevilsoulmusic3 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy you reacted to it! I'd love you'll react to "Everybody Hurts" and to "Drive" by R.E.M.
@anitawilson74073 жыл бұрын
In my mind. the lyrics are really depressing and sad, and yet the tune is really uplifting. Magic stuff.
@the_oslovian3 жыл бұрын
I love your description of what it feels like to listen to R.E.M. I also almost always listen to music first, but Michael Stipe is one of the few people that always capture my attention with his lyrics. He is brilliant. It's ok to br speachless this one of those unique brilliant songs.
@billputt38553 жыл бұрын
Thank you for you two...you found the meaning in listening to the lyrics...God bless you two😊😊😊
@flubblert3 жыл бұрын
The passion and emotion in Michael Stipe's vocals cannot be discounted when talking about the emotion this song conveys. REMs lyrics can be ambiguous, but the energy and passion of Michael Stipes vocals and body language (if you ever see them live), speaks volumes. If you thought this song was sad you might want to stay away from "Everybody Hurts" by them. Or at least bring some tissues LOL. If you really want to hear a great breakup song by them check out "Country Feedback". Intense.
@kimacronym25213 жыл бұрын
I fully agree ! This is an iconic song, maybe one that defined the decade it came out. His vocals are somehow cutting through the room, the aesthetics of the video contribute, very artful. I feel similarly the emotion - maybe some of the key phrases "That's me in the corner", sounds so sad. Great reaction, great song. Shows the effect music can have on us (in a good way) - it makes us human.
@robertocaesar9870 Жыл бұрын
country feedback is one of their best. live as well as unplugged versions are awesome
@GGGritzer Жыл бұрын
Which is why it should never be covered. Rozalla tried.........horribly.
@w.geoffreyspaulding65883 жыл бұрын
Got this off of Google.....The phrase "losing my religion" is an expression from the southern region of the United States that means "losing one's temper or civility" or "feeling frustrated and desperate." Stipe told The New York Times the song was about romantic expression.
@steveullrich77373 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your honest reactions! You show how music can move us in different and unexpected ways!
@janiefoglewohlerspantryand21022 жыл бұрын
I love this song and this group so much. They deserved the awards they got for this song. I understand the emotional feeling because it's an absolutely beautiful song in every aspect but it's also very deep. You must listen to the whole album. It's a mandolin
@candacemay71873 жыл бұрын
That's what good music does - makes you feel things!
@bpfromowc3 жыл бұрын
The little stringed guitar is called a Mandolin. Peter Buck is playing it. 🙂
@Happyheretic23083 жыл бұрын
See also John Paul Jones for virtuoso mandolin playing ....
@matthewdrake43853 жыл бұрын
So was Bill Monroe, bluegrass legend.
@angelmoon19593 жыл бұрын
You two remind me of the left and right side of our brains , you are a great combination , a good balance , I am a someone who listens to the words first , of course the music is important but for me the words have to resonate ,
@Free-flyBE3 жыл бұрын
perfect analogy!
@ericmorano29673 жыл бұрын
Orange Crush by REM also really good song.
@rickgarms76563 жыл бұрын
I agree with everyone who's suggesting "Everybody Hurts"... Also "What's The Frequency Kenneth?", "Happy Shiny People" and "It's the End of the World as we Know it" are a few other classic REM tunes. IMHO
@bpfromowc3 жыл бұрын
Rick Garms "What's The Frequency" rocks. ✌️
@tessesmom3 жыл бұрын
And the story behind the title what's the frequency...
@bpfromowc3 жыл бұрын
Laura Conway I don't know the story Laura.
@noreenmccool9633 жыл бұрын
The Living Years...mike & the mechanics. You guys WILL LOVE this one!!
@bethshadid20873 жыл бұрын
Oh makes me so sad every time 😓 but love it 💗
@gingeroo57653 жыл бұрын
I think I can probably speak for most of us here : We really APPRECIATE your openness and honesty with us. When you’re feeling down or have something deep on your mind, as well as when you’re high in spirits , feeling crazy to rock - whenever you share these experiences with us, it makes US feel better too! IT’S SPECIAL. Thank you guys! 🤗💓
@janbarriault44943 жыл бұрын
first time i heard this i was driving on a rural road.. i listened ,, i parked on side of road and cried... and i didn't really have a particular issue to be sad about.... but it is just so sad...... still makes me feel so sad everytime i hear it.. thanks guys
@lamusiclover22643 жыл бұрын
Shiny Happy People is a very happy song by REM with guest vocals from Kate Pierson from the B-52's
@MariaCarabin3 жыл бұрын
Quoting from Wikipedia: "The phrase "losing my religion" is an expression from the southern region of the United States that means "losing one's temper or civility" or "feeling frustrated and desperate." Stipe told The New York Times the song was about romantic expression." I never knew this until last year so I did think it was about losing your religion. But it's not. The video was hard to make and it only came together when Michael Stipe tried out the dance moves. Peter plays a mandolin here.
@deantait83263 жыл бұрын
REM definitely not southern y'all but I find the expression very interesting. I'm from CA but have lived in the South for nearly 30yrs. Very interesting comment, thanks.
@karenlangham243 жыл бұрын
They are from Athens Ga. Very southern!!
@matthewregpala28343 жыл бұрын
They have so many great songs. It’s the End of the World as we Know It, Crush With Eyeliner, Fall on Me, and Everybody Hurts are great songs from them.
@dorothyannford84483 жыл бұрын
Ditto all the above
@bpfromowc3 жыл бұрын
Matthew Regpala Fall On Me is a great song.
@peoplesmedicinedrum99163 жыл бұрын
Orange Crush, Everybody Hurts, Whats the Frequecy Kenneth, Shiny Happy People, and Man on the Moon would all be great follow ups in the R.E.M. list of songs.
@bethshadid20873 жыл бұрын
Love REM and this song. Live about 15-30 min from Athens Georgia where they got their start. Y'all need to check out their song Everybody Hurts and What's the frequency. Alot of great music by them. Also check out another band from Athens B52s. Rock Lobster (really freaky and groovy) and Love Shack. Won't be disappointed 😊
@waynecox39583 жыл бұрын
I get emotional every time someone makes me listen to this. Michael Stype is that way with his lyrics and vocals. Thank you for making me listen to this for the 10000th time. Now for some Jackson Browne.
@ramonaalvarez75593 жыл бұрын
This is a 90's release but a good one. I love the fact that ur BroActions r honestly true & touching .. VERY COOL!! Also how it affected each of u in diff ways. "Losing my religion" is a southern expression in the US meaning "losing ur temper" or "feeling frustrated". Another expression we use here that means the same is "I'm at my wit's end" .. lol. Of course everyone interprets lyrics differently & are affected in varying ways by words mainly bc our brains are diff. That's what makes the world go round guys!! I enjoy this song & interpret the lyrics from my "southern" mind so to speak. Thnx George & Patrick for awesome reactions here today .. B safe & well .. peace out✌🏼🤘🏼
@bethshadid20873 жыл бұрын
I'm in Georgia and your right...I lose my religion or wits all the time at work 🤷😁
@ramonaalvarez75593 жыл бұрын
@@bethshadid2087 LOL .. I feel ya😉
@lisamorrison21493 жыл бұрын
Very melancholic. "Everybody Hurts" is another one from R.E.M. I remember the videos on MTV.
@kenschaefer76253 жыл бұрын
You guys are the best reaction video folks as I love the interaction between brothers. Your format works so well and you listen to the best songs.
@foots-qt4pk3 жыл бұрын
In the southern US states, Losing your religion was a term that meant your losing your temper. My dad was from Alabama. He lost his religion a lot, watching football! lol!
@poluxsaurus14543 жыл бұрын
Perfect song! It's their breakthrough hit. They have lots of great songs. As others have noted, this is nothing about religion, the title is a set expression. These guys are from Georgia, not your Georgia but the US State! The expression is common in that area.
@stpruett333 жыл бұрын
Some of Athenstowns finest
@DianaJG83 жыл бұрын
*1. The "scenes" in the video are meant to look like Michael Angelo pictures. *2. There's a well known saying that's used especially in the southern part of the U.S. of "I nearly lost my religion!" It means that someone made you so upset that you would do things completely against your convictions!
@margiemcpeak93043 жыл бұрын
"Everybody Hurts" is incredibly touching, too! The emotion in Michael Stipe's voice is so very special! ❤
@cynthiamartinez96693 жыл бұрын
Music is so powerful....how it affects different people. This song always made me emotional too. I get it.
@surlechapeau3 жыл бұрын
Bro's, "Everybody Hurts", "The One I Love" and "Man On The Moon" are next for you! Also "Shiny Happy People"(ft. Kate Pierson of the B-52's)
@jarmendarizU23 жыл бұрын
Hey guys you really should react to some U2. I'd recomend "All I Want Is You+ Where The Streets Have No Name" Live from Slane Castle.
@imshannonnottellin78823 жыл бұрын
The instrument is a mandolin usually played by bluegrass artists here in the US
@docbearmb3 жыл бұрын
Origin is European especially Italy.
@imshannonnottellin78823 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah! Thank you!
@w.geoffreyspaulding65883 жыл бұрын
Or on certain Zeppelin songs 😁. Folk music of Britain...
@w.geoffreyspaulding65883 жыл бұрын
Are you a masochist? 😜 I ADORE Browne, but after awhile I feel rather melancholy.....beautiful but poignant music....
@imshannonnottellin78823 жыл бұрын
@@w.geoffreyspaulding6588 me? Are you talking about the mandolin?
@kevinkastle6123 жыл бұрын
And brother on the right... I LOVE how emotional you were. Looked like you were going to cry -- NO shame there. You couldn't stop shaking. The feelings in your face was raw and perfect. Thank you!!!
@poczytajmycos2 жыл бұрын
Hello guys! I love your reaction, LMR always makes me cry, so I'm with Patrick (?) here. I'm sorry, I'm new here and I don't know the names :) Greetings from Poland!!!
@katzablot5993 жыл бұрын
I love how you both show us the different ways that you can listen to a song. Sometimes you respond to the overall vibe and emotion of the song without listening to the lyrics, and sometimes the lyrics will hit you like a ton of bricks. Multiple listenings can deepen your enjoyment and appreciation of a song. I love this reaction, guys!
@annetteohare14433 жыл бұрын
Next - do Everbody Hurts. Amazing
@nukesnugs36453 жыл бұрын
Everybody Hurts is a tear jerker.
@kevinkastle6123 жыл бұрын
I LOVE that you guys say "Wibe" and not "Vibe" -- I really do!!!
@mpetsche82243 жыл бұрын
You 2 really enjoy music. I like that. It's cool. Regards from Germany. 😉
@RichSouthend3 жыл бұрын
Great reaction guys. Please listen to 'Everybody Hurts' by REM. It's a great but very emotional song
@jenniferbabros19853 жыл бұрын
Yes Rod Stewart MANDOLIN WIND
@wallyboy66663 жыл бұрын
:) This song always makes me feel good. :) Funny how music affects everyone differently.
@beatriceschmidt24303 жыл бұрын
Omg...heck with the music I love you're accents..wow
@carenhelms85183 жыл бұрын
When I had postpartum depression in 1993 (after the birth of my second child), I listened to this CD with my colicky newborn over and over. The melancholy perfectly suited my mood and mental state at the time. I still adore this entire CD.
@catsara91143 жыл бұрын
Even without the lyrics: The voice of Michael Stipe and the music are very moving, stirring ... sometimes music touches you, and you do not know why.
@rosal1234567893 жыл бұрын
Everybody hurts is great song too
@veeho142 ай бұрын
The emotional reaction to the song and the lyrics is spot on!
@2869may3 жыл бұрын
This was a HUGE hit...!
@katzc23 Жыл бұрын
The phrase "losing my religion" is a Southern U.S. phrase. You can compare it to a parent, chasing a toddler. "Oooo boy, you're about to make me lose my religion." It means 'I'm losing it.' You're out of control. Like act outside of being a Christian. Meaning I'm gonna beat your ass. Lol The song itself is about unrequited love. Another person isn't so interested in you than you are of them. So you lose your mind. "Losing my religion."
@eviekelpie13 жыл бұрын
"Everybody Hurts" is a must guys. It certainly helped me with my grieving when my first husband committed suicide 😢
@TallyDrake3 жыл бұрын
What gets me emotional about the video is Michael Stipes movement as well as his voice.
@jamess293 жыл бұрын
That was a Mandolin Patrick.
@MrUnderdog-vn3zf3 жыл бұрын
Mandolin. Listen to Battle Of Evermore. LED ZEPPELIN. ALSO!! RUSH!!! Spirit Of Radio!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻