RADIOHEAD - CREEP ( Best Live Performance ) | REACTION

Again I Know this Song, I Just Never Seen Them Perform
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[@ShadowArtist]

it's not about "stalking" it's about deep self-deprecating emotional frustration over loneliness, unrequited love, heart break over lack of intimate connection with a woman, either due to depression and social anxiety or just deep sadness about one's experiencing that abyss.

[@Mazurka1001]

... or running into a narcissist, that’s gonna shatter your confidence...

[@porkfrog2785]

yep

[@yvnghokage1927]

ShadowArtist Actually it really was about stalking lol, Thom York’s said in an interview that it was about a girl that he stalked for a little and then he saw her at a show and had a panic attack, but then again, its all how you interpret it! That’s the joy of music my man!!

[@jessemedic]

Perfect description

[@anikatri]

I asked my husband just now, yelling upstairs:. “Hey, what’s Creep by Radiohead about?”.... without thinking my husband yells back: “the feeling of inadequacy!” Sigh, that’s why I married that creep!

[@FredFukkinBear]

This song was basically an anthem for the misfits in the world at the time.

[@oregonchick76]

I always thought it was a perfect Gen X love song because it's like, "Well, I would ask you out, but I'm just such a loser that you'll probably reject me, so I'll just be depressed about my unrequited love instead." It's a very apathetic attempt at connection, despite the amazing passion and feeling Thom evokes. Definitely one of the best songs to come out of that era by one of the most consistently interesting bands from that time.

[@FredFukkinBear]

@@oregonchick76 I can certainly see it that way too. I just reduced my description to it's simplest form and what most people thought of it at the time.

[@ahab6969]

Yes - but most of them chose not to fit in. Radiohead was a very intelligent reaction to the Brit-Pop genre creating their own genre.

[@NefariousKoel]

Prime Gen-X time, it became popular because it was widely true and relatable.

[@shannoncopeland4506]

@@oregonchick76 YES!!!! There is a reason we are nicknamed The Forgotten Generation.

[@CayleejoSpeakes]

Can I just say, I love your honesty about knowing certain songs. Lots of "reactors" pretend to not know and give fake reactions. Thanks for being real!

[@jamelakajamal]

Yes I will always let y’all know but most of the times I never know what the Artist look like😅

[@CayleejoSpeakes]

@@jamelakajamal True! There have been many times where I thought a singer looked like someone in my mind and then I see them and my jaw hits the floor😂

[@HunkyTalkenMonkey01]

@@CayleejoSpeakes Me when I first saw the singer of Tool! I always pictured a huge Viking mofo with that giant voice, lol🤣

[@comiccolorist]

Exactly, Stopped watching another person who was "reacting" to a song, and then started singing along with it...not the chorus, new lines. Plus, the reactions were a bit overblown. That one video caused me to NEVER watch another of theirs. Love your videos Jamel, even when you "know" a song you find new ways to surprise yourself with them.

[@sawaki2338]

@@CayleejoSpeakes you should listen to some of alice in chains material without seeing any music videos or picture of the singer, and then when you listen to some of it go find a picture or video of the singer shirtless (it isnt as hard as it seems) and see what you think

[@MsLivy919]

A vocal coach said that he moves his mouth like that because he doesnt open his mouth wide when he sings so it's loosening up his jaw. As you reacted, you can see that it helps for him to sing low, but loud. Just amazing.

[@mikefarrington7141]

He was surely warming up his jaw for that super-long vocal he poured out later in the song. He looked like a snake unhinging his jaw when he was belting that out.

[@duckdude4522]

Incorrect, its called gurning, he was on cocaine or some sort of drug during the concert. The guy is right.

[@ExileOnDaytonStreet]

Fun fact: Thom Yorke once saw the girl he wrote this song about in the crowd at a Radiohead concert.

[@TheMadisonMachine]

Big oof

[@GoogleVideoMan]

Did she run?

[@WeekndWarriorrr]

Could he look her in the eyes?

[@trelard]

Must have been, he wrote a song about her.

[@aryanrao4190]

@@GoogleVideoMan yeah. Again.

[@FER54ITCM]

Thom Yorke (vocalist) has partial facil paralysis, he need to do muscle exercises to keep his jaw an throat fine during concert

[@florenciabordigotti5936]

Siempre piensan que está pasado de droga 🤡

[@shaneu7653]

@@florenciabordigotti5936 why are you replying in Spanish to a comment in English

[@IsaacShnow]

Mdma I’m pretty sure

[@markeyhendrix]

Looks like mdma to me also, I used to do that haha or the (bobby brown) Epic performance by the way

[@IsaacShnow]

@@markeyhendrix golden hours ay

[@Tall-Cool-Drink]

Control, perfect body, perfect soul... he's listing things he can't have, much like this girl, whom he can't have.

[@Lwize]

Thinking back to 1993 when this song was a huge hit on MTV, I was expecting Radiohead to be another one-hit wonder. I'm glad I was wrong.

[@metheus108]

So many people would confuse it with Stone Temple Pilots "Creep' back then too

[@smward87]

They thought they were going to be one-hit wonders as well because of this song, so for the longest time Thom refused to play it live, or only to play it at the end or during encours. Because he figured people would only come to see them perform it and after that they wouldn't really care.

[@bookwoman53]

Brings me back to freshman year of college. A lot of songs remind me of what I was doing at different points of my life. Songs also remind me of people. The Boys of Summer make me think of my friend Jennifer in CA.

[@Chez114]

Daaaamn. That climax - that was the longest I've ever had my hairs stand up on end. Usually that goose bump feeling lasts a few seconds, but that was an entire minute!

[@sarahzentexas]

Lol, “the Bobby Brown.” This is a rage-filled tune that everyone of a certain age related to. Thom has always made weird mouth movements that I believe are related to his vocals.

[@IsaacShnow]

MDMA

[@angeliadriver8262]

I was speaking with my oldest daughter and she is a huge Radiohead fan. I was telling her about how he kept opening up his jaw at that concert. She said the lead singer has Bell’s palsy and he was working his jaw out because sometimes it would become stiff especially in the cold. So thought I would let you know that information she supplied. Love your show.

[@nicolasdessiex8039]

Tom Yorke is a very intense artist very powerful, thanks for this one, a good one

[@dmrsk1899]

I'm expecting at least 30 Radiohead reactions in the next few days. Paranoid Android or There There next, yeah?

[@illiterut]

Diana M or the video to “Burn the Witch”

[@GDShenanigans]

I hope so. I love Radiohead, but the reactions are almost always for Creep. Sooo many other, more interesting songs to listen to.

[@ExileOnDaytonStreet]

Bodysnatchers baby

[@dan.j.boydzkreationz]

or Reckoner

[@DaneJacobsonMD]

Identikit, pls

[@Sarah-li2fm]

Thank you I’ve never had the pleasure to see this performance!!! So good so talented so amazing!!

[@xavier7666]

This used to be my fav Radiohead song. But pretty much everything they’ve put out since is just so much better

[@jasonallen5318]

Na, I don't think so. This is a top 10 Radiohead song...at the very least top 20.

[@joba4848]

@Xavier I agree, and I think Radiohead would as well. They very rarely play it live anymore.

[@Regent192]

@@joba4848 they actually hate this song

[@theeternalchampion7917]

@@Regent192 That's because its their most famous song that everyone wants to hear, I'm sure Metallica is sick of Enter Sandman too but that doesn't make it a bad song, just overplayed.

[@nickparsons337]

Everyone always wants to praise Thom, Johnny, Ed, and Colin; as well they should. But, Phil needs his own praise as well. He's a phenomenal drummer, who is greatly unappreciated.

[@TheSortedRogers]

Absolutely, quality drummer.

[@RobSwiger]

It looks like it is colder where he's performing and he's trying to keep his mouth/jaw muscles warmed up and stretched.

[@Abeja1225]

You can literally see his breath after he does it, I was thinking the same thing that it was cold.

[@willswomble7274]

Yearly weekend concert, by invitation, Glastonbury, Somerset, UK. Do look it up - you'll be glad you did!

[@telstar9]

You`re a genuine music fan geezer,, I haven`t that song for years but heard for the first time again through you. Great channel

[@losdesmayosdeNestor]

Love your reactions. Thanks for doing this one! ❤️

[@bleatinggoat3808]

You gotta listen to Paranoid Android. Either live on Jools Holland or the live version posted by Stephen Wong! Edit: Be careful on those studio versions though. I prefer them the most but KZbin sure doesn't like them played in people's videos!

[@troye43]

Definitely!

[@blindmelonlemonjello]

I was gonna say the same thing those jools holland shows are amazing

[@a7n7t7o7n7y]

Please react to the Jools Holland Show version...here’s a good quality link kzbin.info/www/bejne/onfcgoCNhNB_fZI. They also played No Surprises, and Airbag on the same show. All are amazing, please digest them individually!

[@edb007th]

Bleating Goat agreed PA is a fantastic tune

[@tabu0386]

The music video for that song was amazing though! But I agree!

[@JD-ec8hf]

You can tell by the steam coming out of his mouth, it's cold AF! Everyone in the crowd is wearing a coat. Probably stretching his jaw.

[@nicholeperdomo5699]

As usual it’s a pleasure watching your reaction ❤️

[@imaychat]

One of my faves!!!! Loves it!!! I seriously love your love of all genres😊💯🙌

[@bleysjordan]

While on Radiohead, "Paranoid Android" and "The Daily Mail" are recommended.

[@ExileOnDaytonStreet]

bleysjordan It’s hard to come up with a concise list of recommendations. Paranoid Android There There Arpeggi/Weird Fishes Lotus Flower Nude Airbag No Surprises Staircase The National Anthem Bodysnatchers The Daily Mail Separator Pyramid Song Everything In It’s Right Place Fuck I could go on…

Aww please keep that depressing bollocks to yourself......have you not grown out of it yet.

[@GrimrDirge]

Radiohead's Daydreaming is an incredible song, written after the death of his partner of 23 years. The official video is subtle and poignant; I highly recommend it.

[@tammybarlow8879]

Aaammaazziinnggg!!!!! Wow, I'm in love with this song!! Thanks Jamal 😍

[@dawnblaynee7983]

Class Tune...Nice reaction. Much love and respect from The UK

[@themadcow71]

One of the best bands ever! Go down the Radiohead hole!!!

[@ilovemusicnia]

DEFINITELY one of the best bands ever.

[@RraMakutsi]

Anything from the In The Basement sessions... 'nuff said.

[@yahooisfraud]

Street spirit

[@meghanmonroe]

I second this!

[@gerry3RS]

Going down the Radiohead hole was one of the best things that happened to me last year.

[@zeallie9992]

He was keeping his muscles warmed and stretched. His partner and mother of his two children died in 2016. This was her favorite Radiohead song. And this was the first performance since her death.

[@dianadollar758]

Brei Betzold Awwwww.Sadness.

[@rbf7099]

So glad you chose this version to react to. Its absolutely iconic

[@cerealmom6657]

You are my favorite reactor. Keep doing what you do because you are the best!

[@brianm6530]

The Bobby Brown....this has been a teachable moment! Thanks much bud!

[@budmaynard5952]

Yes, as you just saw Thom Yorke is an amazing singer! And an equally amazing songwriter and not a bad guitarist. Please do more - they progressed in their songwriting and inventiveness so much from album to album that it would be a good idea to try to stick to the order in which they did the songs, so I would take a look at some of the songs from The Bends next. One thing I would recommend though outside of listening to their best songs, both live and from albums, at some point you should really take a look at their Grammy performance in 2009 of their song '15 Step' from In Rainbows. They did an arrangement that was extraordinary and put in a memorable performance. You'll LOVE it. You should listen to the studio version first to fully appreciate how creative an arrangement they did. Note: it's best to search for the video on Vimeo. Interesting trivia about Creep: I don't know if they did it knowingly, but they lifted the chord progression of the verse from a Hollies song straight up. I recognized it the first time I heard this song since that G | B | Bsus4 | B | C | Csus4 | C | Cm | progression is so distinct sounding. The Hollies song is The Air That I Breathe. It's good, too. Worth a listen. You'll hear the similarity. The guys from the Hollies are now listed as co-writers and got some of the royalties. Thanks! Peace from SF

[@Riva2025]

That’s interesting. And so cool that they played fair with the Hollies and gave them credit and $ when it was realized without having to be sued in court for years. Thanks!!!

[@julielevinge266]

Thom already said in an interview that he got that from “the air that I breath”

[@richardcasias3205]

I enjoy your reaction videos ....brings out various forms of musicians to the masses..

[@katherinag.]

Thank you for your reaction. And introducing me to this great song.

[@jdebultra]

He may have been trying to get his hearing in line, like getting your ears to pop.

[@jamelakajamal]

That’s what I was thinking as well

[@yvonnesanders2490]

Ear popping or relax the jaw to relax

[@dominicmcclard153]

Tom: Pouring his broken heart and soul and everything he has into this powerful note. 5:50 Jamal: DAYUM. Me:😂😂😂😂

[@reneerivers2634]

I absolutely loved this song when it came out. Thanks for reacting to it. As far as his mouth movements go, he only did it in the first minute of the song. I didn't notice it again.

[@flaviasouza5133]

Creep is an incredible song. I love your reaction🥰

[@Van1973Auken]

What an amazing live vocal feat. This definitely goes down as one of my favorite live performances, despite the fact that I'm not a big fan of the band.

[@ashleynorton9718]

High and Dry by Radiohead is my favorite

[@richarddimeck4578]

Street spirit is mine...so sad but true

[@sarahzentexas]

Black Star is mine. 💫 Also Let Down. Depression has never sounded so beautiful.

[@ashleynorton9718]

@G-Funk 1 oh yeah that's my second!

[@robbieshand6139]

The Bends all day

[@jnavillus]

I love the look you give right down the camera every time a singer belts out a long powerful note. It's like "wow, seriously?"

[@sandyleewhite]

Love your reactions man, you are so genuine, spontaneous, & can appreciate good music!!! Radiohead is phenomenal & definitely in their own lane, which makes them so f&%$#@& SPECIAL !!!! 😎

[@Pilutta100]

This song is my fav of all time! Of all time. Because the one I've related to the most. I'm no Radiohead fan at all , but This One has been with me since they released it. It's pure genius.

[@iranvp]

Look for Radiohead - Exit Music (for a film). I think you’ll really like that one... Also, Damien Rice - Fool... 👌🏼

[@LearnToRefine]

That song is DEEP. It definitely paints a picture

[@cindyweekes6280]

I just subscribed to your channel . I was just scrolling through hoping that you had picked up on Radiohead. This song and this performance in particular.are AWESOME!! Thanks so very much!!

[@tinaburkhalter6111]

Great guess ! Cuss words and high on something ! Interesting lyric ! You are a great person , keep up the great job !

[@yahmii6200]

Hailey!?! You are a true man of music, I see you! She has by far the best cover.

[@cloudshad0ws]

This is early early EARLY Radiohead, if you think his voice is good here, you really need to listen to their other stuff. Every single member of the band has gotten progressively better and better since 1995, and each album since their first is amazing in its own way with the next album always being an evolution from the last in a fresh and surprising and innovative ways.

[@supermanman9520]

jamel in my opinion you are the best song reaction channel on youtube, love everything you do

[@72Gaslight]

I worked at a rock club in Gothenburg in the early 90's and Radiohead were out on a club tour, played at this specific club - which was the first time I heard of them. Man, they were amazing and this tune really stood out. Few weeks later it was all over MTV (back when….) and the rest is history.

[@sharptalons3474]

To me, its more about not being able to talk to the one you like because they don't feel the same. And the way that makes you feel. The inadequacies and awkwardness you feel. This brings so many feelings back from school and the crushes I didn't feel like I could approach. Seems silly now, but back then I had all these feelings he sings. The creep part to me is feeling like a creep having these feelings for someone that doesn't reciprocate. Found out later that some of those girls did have the same feelings but just being too shy to show them.

[@clane4485]

I have a great song to react to: Silverchair - Tomorrow. The 3 members were 15 when they recorded it. Yes, I said 15 !! The talent level was unbelievable and the song was a Worldwide hit.

[@tiffanypayne3699]

Wow. That took me back. I had forgot all about that band!! Yessss.. thank you!!

[@bluespectralmonkey]

absolute classic

[@matthewhicks8140]

I know this is an old video, but its my favorite reaction ever of this version. This song was my anthem during those awkward, angst ridden teenage years. Much love my dude 🤙

[@anthonyblakely399]

When I heard this song on the radio...and heard the pain in his voice......I fell in Love with Radiohead....we don't have many songs or groups that sound like this which takes me back to listening to Led Zeppelin or The Who. Love me some Radiohead!!!

[@suzannebaan1337]

I am sorry, but it is really not about stalking. It is about him feeling out of place in every situation

[@adamparr6464]

Thom Yorke has (since birth) partial paralysis in his left eye.

[@ThelemicMagick]

Which, if I may add, has been worsened by the surgery he had as a child

[@54spatula]

He just partially paralysed me singing like that! 👌

[@antonioeasypiano]

'Creep' is so beautiful that even my piano cover sounds great! 😉 Congrats for choosing it!! 👏👏👏👏👍👍

[@wilmulhern1]

React to Radiohead - Paranoid Android - Live on Jools Holland 1997.

[@blindmelonlemonjello]

YES !!

[@icu___]

Ooh so much great music captured on that show.

[@jasonallen5318]

I second this

[@neilpavao7348]

are we just going to ignore that lung capacity?

[@kathyjones3940]

I've noticed quite a few people make the comments about his mouth movements, Thom does the mouth movements to stretch his jaw, as you'll notice he needs to do to sing the lyrics Run, Run near the end of the song also He has been described by Rolling Stone as one of the greatest and most influential singers of his generation!!!

[@chadleabo]

I finally got to see them live a couple of years ago, and their live show far exceeded my expectations.

[@williamkuykendall7569]

This song according to Thom was about a time in his life during college

[@StarryStarryNocturne]

I heard it was about a down on his luck drunk who had nothing left in the world except his admiration for a stripper that he sees a lot but doesn't know he exists and would never really have anything to do with him. "You float like a feather in a beautiful world" if you think of pole dancing and "your skin makes me cry" kind of fits the scenario.

[@RobertMaxwellMediaCorp]

I'll add to the list of people saying you need to do "Paranoid Android." I'd also recommend "Optimistic"

[@sandyleewhite]

Lot's of luv for my fellow creeps & weirdo's out there, we make the world a more interesting place 💕 Great reaction!!!

[@phoenixxflux9622]

Geat reaction buddy and great song....

[@BunniMonster]

It does look like he's got Coke-Jaw but he famously dislikes cocaine use, so it's most likely simply muscle flexing to prevent strain. Check out the performances of Paranoid Android + Airbag from Later with Jools Holland back in '97. Sublime stuff.

[@ep8470]

"What the hell am I doing here" that's the punch line

[@jeffjones7108]

In my experience, the best place to ask that question is the place there's nobody around to answer it. Preferably not for hundreds of miles, though I guess that's a tall order for non-Australians.

[@donna3465]

“You can’t deny the greatness of the song.” You speak the truth, Jamel. 💯♥️

[@TheWizardKs]

Love this song. Very heartfelt raw emotion indeed.

[@meghanmonroe]

Street Spirit (Fade Out) House of Cards Jigsaw Falling Into Place Also, he was definitely doing drugs 😂 He might've been stretching his jaw as well, but coke was involved.

[@domenicobadalone8596]

paranoid android - radiohead (studio version)

[@brandimodrak461]

This is so me.much love 💘

[@luvski1863]

Ahh memories 😭 thanks for the reaction 🎭

[@fackumon292]

Creep: a beautiful sad song about love Jamel: *THIS IS A STALKER SONG RIGHT?*

[@redxsage]

Well, even my Mom likes *_'Every Breathe You Take'_** by The POLICE.* And that is surely a Stalker Anthem, so...

[@psychopad584]

You should do some Muse ;). Muse - Micro Cuts Live Hullabaloo (title on KZbin : Muse - Hullabaloo Micro cuts Muse - Showbiz Live NPA (title on KZbin : Muse - Showbiz NPA)

[@Music_is_Breathing]

Hey Jamel!!! You're my go to feel great guy!!! Love ya, Honey!

[@dougoneill7266]

We all of us don't fit in somewhere or other. You're on a roll today Jamel. keep it up mate.

[@patrickrasmussen2666]

It's a preventative movement to keep from getting lock-jaw when he belts out the lyrics later. Fighters do this too. It's not about smack. He suffers from TMJ. Sidenote: He definitely did his share of drugs.

[@jeperstone]

He's gurning because he's on Speed. It's fairly obvious and a clear 'tell' to anyone who's had it or been around people who have had it. It's highly amusing to read comments like 'he's stretching his muscles' 🤣 Sorry folks, he's speeding

[@davemadman7093]

Ah yes Thomas York what a fine artist 😀👍loved Radio head real classic. Great reaction

[@kassandrasanchez971]

Me encantaaaaa esa canción es mi favorita, es profunda y su significado me llega al corazón ❤️😍 Que bueno que reacciones a esa canción

[@william10230]

Listen endless nameless live, nirvana.

[@davidirvine4279]

Yes yes yes

[@mr.monkoo5730]

Recommendation Blue October “Hate Me”

[@Boston_Shovinstuff]

Yup

[@AuntieNita74]

Yes. I sent him live acoustic version of Fear too on ig. Hope gmhe is able to get to it at some point even if not for video but just for him to check out. Recommended few blue october songs

[@rebekahcunningham2159]

I think you might be my favorite of all of the reactionary KZbinrs

[@ericlevi5729]

MERRY CHRISTMAS BROTHER JAMAL !!!!! MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS!!!!!!!

[@mikexxx11]

Still hoping you can get to some Suicidal Tendencies soon I really think you'll enjoy them. Goin Breakdown is a great song

[@CreativeWarrior-]

If Axl Rose and Pete Buttigieg had a child and he sang in an injured fashion.........

[@Zeupater]

The car is one of my favorite places to listen to music. I like the surroundings speakers and the tight acoustic environment.

[@Gforceracing20]

Ohhhhhh, you have opened a rabbit hole with these guys!!!

[@Edgar_Larpant]

Try Eva Cassidy, "Bridge Over Troubled Water" or "Stormy monday". These songs will blow your mind. One of the best vocalist of our time. Died too young.

[@bonecholampworks]

Edgar Detriach oh yes! Her version of over the rainbow brings me to tears! I met her in Boston in 94. What a loss.

[@nickmcnickle9161]

Its time for Muse now Jamel.Just try Uprising and Knights of Cydonia.PLEASE.

[@Lancelot30]

Nick McNickle THANK YOU!!

[@illiterut]

Yeah, he would like Knights of Cydonia

[@ambermcnickle6033]

Yes, Knights of Cydonia, Plug in Baby, New Born, anything Muse!!!

[@cyndianne4321]

I adore your heartfelt reactions. L

[@jeremyfalkner9223]

Haven't seen this performance before.... Gave me goosebumps.

[@chernn2463]

You should react to R.E.M - Losing My Religion music video!! great vid btw

[@adamparr6464]

This song is rather ironic for Thom now. He’s got a hot supermodel wife.

[@riekus13]

I was there!!! The whole gig was amazing.

[@richgoebel882]

I have to say that of all the live videos I have ever seen, this crowd does an excellent job staying quiet to listen to it and take it all in.

[@joe19notsteve]

What's funny is Damon hates this song. Still performed the hell out of it. Always say this but do some CAKE songs! And maybe Muse - knights of cydonia live at wembley

[@that44rdv4rk]

+1 for some CAKE. I suggest their cover of War Pigs, and their original, Italian Leather Sofa.

[@chernn2463]

joe19notsteve you mean Thom? pretty sure this is Radiohead not Blur

[@susiejo143]

Ohhhh short skirt long jacket

[@dmrsk1899]

Would love to see Blur play Creep though

[@Lena_K0711]

They cover Cake??