Rapper Reacts to The Cranberries FOR THE FIRST TIME!! | Zombie (FIRST REACTION)

Rapper reacts to artists The Cranberries for the first time ever! My full reaction & breakdown of their hit song 'Zombie'. Comment below more reactions you want to see!
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[@scottclark3761]

Let's remember their names: Three-year-old Johnathan Ball was killed when two bombs hidden in litter bins detonated on a busy shopping street in March 1993. Tim Parry, aged 12, died five days later. There were many other victims, but this is the incident that inspired the song.

[@mariiiioh]

I live in Warrington and the town truly is scarred. Still.

[@brianboye8025]

Let's remember the names of all the children killed or twisted by the wars and conflicts worldwide since this song. This comment was meant in love with all the strength of this song and video.

[@2rare2die100]

❤️

[@simontemplar3359]

@@brianboye8025 He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.” Revelation 21:4

[@autumngrubb1468]

@@brianboye8025🥺🙏🏻🫶🏻

[@hooermasters]

As an Northern Irish person I just want to say: I have seen so many Americans react to this song, but finally someone really gets it ❤

[@KnoxHill]

Haha thanks. I mean I do have a bit of a cheat code - my wife is British and I did study history (international relations) in school 🤟 Loved this song

[@hibhibb5429]

@@KnoxHill Check out "Linger", "Ode To My Family", "When You're Gone", "Salvation", "Dreams". The Cranberries are Awesome! RIP Dolores. 🙏

[@khills]

@@KnoxHill Aaah, that explains some things!

[@GKViddingHD]

I am not Irish and still I am secondhand-embarrassed when a reacting youtuber has, seriously, no clue at all and keeps wasting my time with wondering aloud where "this place might be" without really caring.

[@chrissyshunda]

Knox Hill’s interpretations of music are excellent. He really breaks down lyrics, vocal abilities, metaphorical theories, etc.

[@ilaril]

"With their tanks and their bombs and their bombs and their guns..." "Bombs" is said twice because there were two bombs in Warrington and both maged to kill a child (RIP Jonathan Ball and Tim Parry)

[@lula366]

My brother was a British soldier serving in Ireland, they were terrible times for everyone involved.

[@kierand600]

My uncle was a plastic/reconstructive surgeon in Chester at the time. He was called in and had a police escort to speed to the hospital. He told me he was in the OR for 10 hours straight, operating on one patient after another. So tragic. RIP.

[@jen.g.]

Even after all this time, I never knew that. Thanks for posting it!

[@oisinquinn9469]

Tanks because Ireland was occupied for 800 years with millitary force. Shot innocents covered it up and refuse to make them face justice. Starved during the famine, millions died. Sent ptsd riddled ww1 soldiers to savage our population use irish children as human shields(pictures). The video is British soldiers shooting children because it happened.

[@ThatAutisticGuy]

Between 1969-2003 there were over 16,000 bombings. In Belfast, on 21 July 1972, 19 IRA bombs were detonated in little over an hour. Most attacks were orchestrated by the IRA, but loyalist paramilitaries from the UVF, UFF and UVF also carried out bombing campaigns. Terrorism was orchestrated by both sides and it was mostly innocent civilians that paid the price. I was born in 1993 and whilst I wasn’t around during the worst days of the Troubles, I’ve still heard the sound of bombs and gunfire. Thankfully the violence has subsided and hostilities are mostly in the past. Northern Ireland is a safe place to live in and visit. Although sadly there are still some that cling to the past. To give you an example, in 2019 a 29 year old reporter, Lyra McKee was murdered in crossfire when a New IRA gunman started shooting towards the police. She dedicated her life to speaking out about the Troubles and LGBT rights, she was researching unsolved killings during the conflict at the time she died and never finished her second book. Lyra had only just bought an engagement ring and was about to propose to her partner.

[@jayne8839]

They actually filmed in Belfast in the heartland of the Troubles, getting permission from the British army by saying they were making a documentary about the peace-keeping efforts, so those shots of the soldiers, graffiti etc are real. The b/w of the band playing was filmed in Dublin. The vocal technique she uses is keening - a classic Irish (and Scottish) vocal lament. The song and video are haunting and when it was released it was profoundly shocking - am An Old and remember it well.

[@kittkatt2255]

Thank you for including “keening”. I thought that’s what it was, but I’m not very familiar with it. It’s very haunting and heartbreaking.

[@jonnyw1391]

Why is it that some clown always brings up keening when it comes to her singing? She was from Limerick and her singing style is derived from traditional Irish singing styles, of which keening is not one.

[@ungenerationed9022]

Same J. Hits hard when you saw it in real time.

[@marshwigglegoth]

I’m from northern Ireland and this song released when I was a young teen. Dolores is using an Irish wailing sound called keening, made at wakes or at gravesides. It draws out more emotion in this song with the subject matter. Still hard to listen to this song without the tears!

[@briantaylor5601]

You're one of the very few reactors that I watch who even knew what the reference to 1916 is in this song. Very well done reaction.

[@donegalrediscovered3309]

🍀 As an Irishman .. I loved your thoughtful & insightful reaction .. Most in-depth I’ve watched on this iconic song .. You’re a deep empathetic young man .. keep up the great work .. 💚 Love & blessings to you & yours from across the pond 🌊.. Thankfully we’ve had a relative peace in the North over the last 20 years .. 🍀

[@GayleS28]

Best analysis on this song's meaning I've ever seen - he seemed to understand the power of the song and the message.

[@dominicschiro9939]

Absolutely my thoughts as well. He totally understood everything

[@medb8882]

Bro you shouldn’t leave a clover to represent us 😭

[@JesyAndersonNeedleInkandThread]

Zombie" is a protest song by Irish alternative rock band the Cranberries, written by the band's lead singer, Dolores O'Riordan, in response to and in memory of two young victims of a bombing in Warrington, England, that occurred during the Troubles in Northern Ireland.

[@joshuapeek9555]

thank you, ChatGPT

[@Hexenkind1]

@@joshuapeek9555 *Wikipedia

[@beatlesgirl2782]

My hometown

[@JesyAndersonNeedleInkandThread]

Ÿep copied and pasted from google, i couldnt write it better so.. *shrug

[@JesyAndersonNeedleInkandThread]

​@joshuapeek9555 nope, unfortunately, it was a Google, i couldnt write it better

[@Chris_8270]

One of the best things about Dolores was you could still hear her Limerick accent when she sang!

[@ihax4uv179]

one of the best voices

[@pobbynine9611]

"it's not me it's not my family" when you grew up in this time it means alot because you hear a big bang at night that's what you thought as another persons family was taken.

[@ladyethyme]

She said it was because the IRA was always saying they were fighting 'for the people' and she's saying 'no, not me, not for my family'.

[@leanneoneill5803]

Wow so sad 😢

[@felixhenson9926]

Oh shit yeah that's true. I always interpretted as the apathy we develop to wars that are going on overseas that tends to be hard to shift unless it affect you and yours personally.

[@tattoodude8946]

The drummer just beat the hell out of those skins in this song! It makes them sound so crisp and impactful.

[@benballard-ho7tu]

Yeah he was a definite animal on those drums. Not difficult considering the power behind the song.

[@mikep6358]

The drummer was actually given free reign from Dolores to play how he wanted. You can see in his face the pain and anguish.

[@funlovincop]

Very fitting how they sound like gun fire at times

[@itsjack3605]

I'm an old man from north Belfast and your knowledge of my wee country in mighty impressive, great reaction as usual 👍

[@ashleydixon4613]

He’s got WAY more understanding of practically every other non-Irish/British reactor I’ve seen. I’m a 49 year old American (Arkansas), certainly old enough to remember what it was like still in the 80s and 90s, and honestly I sometimes get frustrated with feeling like so many people are living under a rock concerning major global events. So many reactors have never even heard of The Troubles.

[@Jinty92]

It still cuts me up every time. As a Scot with Irish heritage and growing up watching the troubles regularly on the news, it takes me back to my childhood. I remember going shopping in Glasgow and having to regularly leave stores with my mum aged 10 cause of bomb scares. It was much worse in Ireland as they had to check under their cars for detonators every time before driving off. Dolores' voice giving way to 'keening' the Irish funeral lament is so haunting. There is also a Scottish Gaelic version of this too, but I only know a few words of Gaelic being on the West coast.

[@ScopianWater]

I Love how you actually give your own interpretation on the lyrics when reacting to these videos. It's refreshing to see someone try to really understand what's happening instead of just sitting not adding anything. I really love Watching your reactions, please keep making them. :)

[@maggot216]

Knox barology is what makes him a goat reactor.😎 I've run into some haters online who think he sometimes takes so much time with breakdowns that it might detract/hinder the enjoyment of the music itself. 🙄

[@melissawatts5133]

⁠@@maggot216I don’t understand that complaint. Like if it’s taking away from the music, just watch/listen on your own? Knox is one of my favorite reactors for the way he breaks things down compared to other reactors. I think the haters are just reaching for things to complain about. 😂

[@davidzaunii6911]

If you like this check out the bad wolves cover of zombie. She was supposed to do vocals for the track but died before the plane got there. They donated all proceeds to her family after she passed.

[@victoriac4317]

Yes and the video is such a beautiful tribute to her/this video.

[@mattsoule7589]

Please do this one too!

[@LottaLotta747]

Completely agree.

[@MRR-my2yl]

The Badwolves cover brings another layer of emotion to it. I love it

[@deannafossen7682]

I love the Bad Wolves cover!

[@ArtilleryAmy]

This song is just as current as the day it was released…. RIP Delores 🙏🏻

[@PeterOConnell-pq6io]

An artifact of the Easter Sunday, 1916 rising. The sound of British artillery, and of the firing squads thereafter kept ringing in the ears of all involved. Generations of zombies on both sides infected their children with their hate for one another, and some even refused to take 'yes' for an answer once the peace was negotiated in the 1990's. Small wonder O'Riordan (RIP) got so angry.

[@christineha132]

When the kids are shot and their golden counterpart screams, it brings me to tears, every single time. Great reaction!

[@ladyethyme]

Every time

[@lynndally9160]

This song always gets me right in the feels😢 RIP Jonathan Ball, Tim Parry, Dolores O'Riordan.

[@juliaw151]

Same. Its one of my favourite songs, actually, but it gives me shivers every time.

[@helenajrgensen3157]

The sound and the visuals in combination = breaks my heart every time. really a masterpiece

[@_chosen_remnant]

Can't help but shed a few tears when I hear this song. Wild how it evokes such deep emotion. Masterpiece is a perfect word to describe this piece of art.

[@GhostWatcher2024]

Yes, she usually sounded like this. I always liked this song and "Linger".

[@BRIDINC1972]

Dolores always kept her Limerick accent. She was very good with the keaning too. Very much an Irish sound. RIP Delores always missed

[@CarlMansell-zs8xl]

Gorgeous song. I always loved these two, dreaming my dreams and no need to argue.

[@whitew1985able]

I always liked dreams too the cranberries were such apart of my life growing up if I remember dreams and linger are in the babysitters club I cried the day she died she was going to make a new album 💔 😢

[@JDoors]

30 years on and I still tear up.

[@jacquelinewesson1202]

I can believe it’s 30 years, feels like yesterday and I still cry

[@marissaconklin5098]

One of the best songs EVER

[@angel8411]

💯!!!

[@user-Simon-64]

There is no doubting that statement.

[@nickshepley2566]

The amount of perspective I just witnessed is like hearing this song for the first time …

[@acorrado5529]

Excellent analysis and reaction- thanks! Yes, Delores sings with her limerick accent in all of her songs but in this song she is using a vocal technique referred to as "Keening" common in Irish folk songs and used at Irish funerals to emphasize heartbreak and grief. Please react to the 'Bad Wolves' cover of this song while this one is still fresh in your mind. Delores was scheduled to reprise her vocals and record that cover with them but passed away suddenly the day it was to be recorded. It is a stunning tribute to Delores and the proceeds of that song go to her children.

[@johanna0131]

RIP Deloros O’Riordan. That sound she’s making is called keening. It’s the traditional sound of lament for the dead. She was so talented. I think she was around 19 at this time.

[@Pilutta100]

This is one of my favourite reactions to this song, because you actually seem to have some knowledge. Big hugs from Sweden.

[@lesterbottomley7641]

Seen him react to UK hip hop where he goes into detail about the meaning of the lyrics. His European knowledge is better than many locals, One of the reasons he's my favourite reactor.

[@QuisletEsq]

You are the first reactor I have seen to link the children play fighting to growing up to be the soldiers actually fighting.

[@suepoole8323]

Rest in Peace Dolores and the two wee Angels Jonathan and Tim...never forgotten

[@sherribrock2726]

The style in which this is sung in is called keening. It’s used at Ireland funerals and anywhere there is mourning. I may be wrong but I’m pretty sure!

[@jonnyw1391]

You couldn't be more wrong. "Keening" is not a singing style. Her vocals had their roots in traditional Irish music.

[@maxmess1235]

@@jonnyw1391it’s “Irish wailing” done at wakes and graveside, referred to as “keening”.

[@jonnyw1391]

@@maxmess1235 I'm from Ireland and have never encountered keening at any funerals or wakes. The point however is that it is not a singing style. It's just some rubbish taken from Wikipedia that people persist in putting in comments like these as if they know what they're talking about when they clearly don't.

[@AP-gb3eh]

The Catholic Church had Keening almost forgotten. The church found it pagan and wanted it stopped, the hunt to try and destroy the ancient rites was done all over the world. If they couldn’t erase it they adapted some practices into Christianity.Keening was rediscovered by some from early recordings. It’s not a common practice. Like some other cultures women might be paid to wail to accentuate the pain at a funeral

[@littleflick]

Dolores always sang with her Irish accent and also used traditional Irish singing styles like keening. You should react to Ode to my Family, Linger, Dreams, When You’re Gone. All beautiful songs.

[@glennmcmurray]

I've said this on numerous reactions to this song but this was my childhood, literally. I grew up on the Ardoyne Road in North Belfast in the 80s. Everything from the soldiers patrolling the streets to us kids playing around in derelict houses, including climbing up onto roofs and jumping around (as well as other roofs like the ones on the Wheatfield or Holy Cross girls primary schools). The murals shown in this video were ones that we passed regularly. I still remember the principle of R.B.A.I. (my secondary school that I was going to at the time) telling us the story of the Warrington Bomb as he had been in England that weekend and when travelling close to the area whilst driving up to get the ferry back to Belfast. He was extremely posh so for us a kids to hear him cursing in the assembly was a shock to all the pupils and showed just how much it had affected him.

[@hidudidu]

[@dianeshelton9592]

I was a late teen in London at the height of the troubles and was involved so many times in horrific violence on the mainland. It breaks my heart to think of all the suffering on both sides off the Irish Sea and I am eternally grateful to those women of Ireland on both sides of the conflict who said enough is enough and created the right conditions for the fabulous Mo Mowland to broker the peace process. All the time whilst she had a brain tumour and was mocked for balding. I won’t ever forgive those Americans who funding the “troubles “ because they never understood and absolutely nothing was achieved. Some sort of misguided misunderstanding of a romanticised history that made Irish freedom fighter out to be hero’s.. No they were terrorists as all terrorist are they were evil.

[@KatrinaMarie614]

When Bad Wolves covered this in 2018 they put that date in place of 1916 and they changed one of the the “bombs” to “drones” it’s sooo powerful as is this one RIP, she was supposed to be ft on the cover but she passed before they got into the studio to record her vocals

[@ziggythedrummer]

Not only that, but Bad Wolves also signed away all profits from their cover to a trust fund for Dolores' children ❤

[@KatrinaMarie614]

@@ziggythedrummer Yessss 🫶🏼

[@jennifermorris6848]

Oh I didn’t know this about the drones. That is impactful. I need to give it a listen. Also to support the kids.

[@KatrinaMarie614]

@@jennifermorris6848 Yes! It’s such a powerful video and I’m going to watch it daily now that I was reminded of the proceeds going to her kids❣️

[@Barristerboy]

You are by far and away the most intelligent and informed reactionist to the UK alternative music scene from the US. Congratulations and, keep going.

[@lawrencesmith6536]

One of the few reactors who took the time to examine the historical context of this song. Much appreciated

[@Tijuanabill]

The fact she mentioned bombs twice, is accurate, not just a lyrical repeat. Both sides had bombs. She was pointing fingers at two entities, with "their bombs" and "their bombs".

[@davidzaunii6911]

Alittle side note this woman’s voice was so strong she could sing with no microphone

[@leahboerigter4325]

Another song by The Cranberries that is about a senseless war is War Child. My mom always cries when we listen to that one.

[@kizunadragon9]

Delores had the voice of an Angel, RIP i saw Bad Wolves with Five finger death punch and when bad Wolves performed their cover they said "Sing it! sing it loud enough so Delores hears us!" gave me chills

[@fbastidac]

She's name is Spanish and is Dolores

[@Sunshineandhydrangeas]

It also adds another layer to the equation when you consider that the footage for this is real. It was filmed in Belfast. Also, the image of the cross evokes sacrifice. So, if follow that line of thought and note the children around and then on the cross,the question is posed. Are we really willing to continue to sacrifice our children? How horrific is it that the answer to that question is all too often “yes”.

[@DeathSavior]

It also surprises me how smart you really are with like facts and histroy and events. Like you were just pulling this off the top of your head. Something I could never fathom. But again another good break down. They show the kid with the gun and then the soldier as well. And it makes me wonder if that kid was the soldier after he grew up. It just comes across as a possible thing. But love the song and your break down!

[@angel8411]

No way this is your first time hearing this!! What??!! One of my favorite songs of all time! Please react to more cranberries! "Linger" is a great next Cranberries.

[@PucaFlea]

Dreams as well is amazing

[@angel8411]

@@PucaFlea yes! ❤️❤️❤️

[@declancorbally1145]

As an Irishman from Dublin, this song is extremely important. I respect your knowledge and understanding of history 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇺🇲🇺🇲 love your content! Go Raibh Mile Maith Agát!

[@_chosen_remnant]

I was a teenager when this came out in the 90s. I was no head banger but this song gave me chills then and it still does today. Timeless classic.

[@levindeed]

Dolores was the voice of a whole generation. Incredibly talented, incredibly powerful and just gorgeous in every way. One of if not the best female rock singers in the history. If you wanna check more of the Cranberries and just get a glimpse of her capabilities, I'd recommend the song Promises, live from Paris in 1999. Incredibly energetic, sounding exact to the album version, but even better, without any hiccups or flat notes. Her vocal control was just spectacular.

[@saschawalter358]

That was and is a Masterpiece😢She had such a unique Voice.....R.I.P DOLORES 😓

[@iamhere4now980]

May Dolores be in a very beautiful blessing place. I'm Irish descent☘️☘️

[@VerucaSalt70]

A beautiful voice taken from us far too soon. R.I.P. Dolores O'Riordan

[@elChirrinChirriondelDiablo]

Gone but never forgotten

[@niallwexeire]

It's absolutely crazy hearing an american know so much about Irish history, Great video as per usual! Thanks!

[@slackerlitgeek]

I LOVE IT when Knox gets historical. This song is incredible, the story behind is powerful, and this band is amazing. HIGHLY RECOMMEND you dig into the Cranberries more, Knox. Dolores is a truly generational voice. There was no one like her, and she is much missed.

[@kevins2961]

The Irish Rugby Union team is one of the very few teams that is drawn for all across Ireland, North and South. This song is sung by the crowd at all their home matches,

[@MrSpaceAngel]

Remembering this music video released and aired on TV makes me feel so old and I am only 37... This song is inspired by real events, you should definitely read the backstory, it's very sad.

[@RomainAG7]

Fun fact: Eminem have sampled this song in the Revivals Album 🙏🏻🔥

[@vimantheroninboy]

In your head

[@BrandonAyong]

Crazy how he took à song about war and with the same lyrics of the hook he made it into à song about a parent mental state

[@RomainAG7]

@@vimantheroninboy 🔥👍🏻👍🏻

[@Haydyn4304]

My favourite Eminem song

[@RomainAG7]

@@Haydyn4304 Bro???? It’s your tastes but: Not afraid Lose Yourself The ringer The Real Slim Shady When I’m Gone Killshot etc….

[@lilcircle4267]

One of the best voices ever, now gone.

[@susanpeters5392]

WOW ...im so glad you are reactiong to this song ...one of my fav groups from the 90s RIP .....DELORES X

[@fbastidac]

Dolores

[@Equinox32]

One of my favorite songs yesss

[@alexortiz2398]

Same here

[@ExtremeMachinez]

Have loved this song since the day it came out, and will never get tired of it. I loved a lot of the songs the band came out with. The Bad Wolves version is also a beautiful rendition., and contribution to The Cranberries and the lead singer, Dolores Mary Eileen O'Riordan, after her accidental drowning, due to alcohol intoxication in January 2018. May she rest in peace, and her legacy go on.

[@Jordi-cg6nt]

React to bad wolves cover of this

[@jimmyrobinson1000]

This song will always resonate with me. It's hard to find one like this nowadays!!!💜

[@abell509]

Thank you for doing Zombie!

[@Micahiel]

Once again Knox you did an amazing job and your knowledge base is so wide and I appreciate you and your attention to the facts so much. Thank you so much. Also you never messaged me back about my rapping questions. No rush or pressure as I k ow you are a busy man. Much love.

[@heidibaltom8138]

This really is a song that will go down in history. Not only is it about what was going on in Ireland at that time but is so relevant now too. Unfortunately I think it will always be relevant. Also there is a Ren song im not sure many people have heard with a girl called Bibi. Its called "Crutch". Holy moly not only is the song great, just like everything Ren does, but the video is absolutely beautiful too.

[@mollybrolly4717]

In the chorus, she's doing what is called Keening, it's a kind of mourning form of singing. She uses it in a lot of her singing in sad parts and she NEVER lost her Irish accent. Bless your soul Dolores, rest easy sweet lady 🙏❤️❤️❤️. The Irish people are proud AND ALWAYS will overcome ❤❤❤

[@touchstoneaf]

It's extremely uplifting to hear someone younger like you even know this history to understand the video better. So many reactors have no idea what they're getting into when they watch this. To this day, all these years later, every time the kids start screaming I break down in tears.

[@ghostboy4965]

An eternal masterpiece. Just out of words honeslty.. Great breakdown and reaction as always!

[@dangermouse9348]

Such a big song when it came out, and I should know, I was there. It's become a real classic. Nice reaction Knox, good to see it reaching a new audience.

[@jefflake1581]

Knox, I really appreciate your videos because I feel many people neglect lyrics. Some of these people would be considered brilliant on paper alone. It's just great to see someone appreciate it

[@DebapriyaMaitra]

This song hits hard every single time. Great interpretation. I believe the violence causing silence line also indicates the silence of trauma and shell-shock from seeing and experiencing such brutality.

[@blueyed_gemini6420]

For metal Mondays. Bad wolves covers this song, and she was suppose to have been on it but sadly passed away before she could record. It's a amazing cover and worth a listen..

[@2rare2die100]

What she’s doing with her voice is keening (the yelp type sounds) which is often used at Irish funerals. It’s very much a lament and a protest song

[@jonnyw1391]

No it isn't

[@johnhickman2033]

A reviewer with constructive and critical thinking. Well played my man!

[@Blueeyedramblings]

I went to Ireland and Northern Ireland in 2019. While in Belfast, I did a Black Cab tour where the driver takes you around the city explaining all about The Troubles and the significant areas and what happened there. I know when I was younger, there wasn't much news about The Troubles where I was, so to hear the history of it was devastating. The driver I had, at the end of the tour he takes you to sign the Peace Wall. It's definitely an experience I would recommend

[@connollydean]

Let's remember their names. James Connolly was murdered by the British, tied to a chair because he couldn't walk after fighting for Irish independence in 1916.

[@philflynn9161]

Ridiculously good reaction😢❤

[@shannonbutler-williams7261]

The symbolism I really like is how the children as cherubs are first aiming their arrows towards the outside. The smallest cherub then fires a shot with his arrow and Delores clutches her head. Same kid who throws the stick at the soldier. As the children are being beaten and wrestled to the ground, they cherubs scream. As the song ends, all the cherubs pick up their weapons to aim it outside again, continuing the cycle of suffering and violence.

[@AlexMH1991]

I remember being a small kid and singing this song every time it was played on the radio, and I always loved it even if I didn't know English nor understand the lyrics. When I was a teen and understood the meaning and story behind I loved it even more, but as a kid I loved Dolores' voice and the music. A beautiful yet sad song. Loved seeing you react to this one!

[@jimstebbins8273]

My dude! You have to do the Bad Wolves cover of this too. ❤️‍🔥🔥❤️‍🔥

[@glygriffe]

I have goose bumps every time I hear (or every time I listen to) that song. Haunting indeed.

[@william53519]

Eminem used the soundtrack to this song on his song called "in your head" on revival. In your head contains one of eminem's greatest verses.

[@TheQutapi]

I have chills through this whole song every time

[@dimwitdave9344]

One of the most beautiful songs of all time

[@Dezzyyx]

If you heard this for the first time now you weren't alive in the 90s.

[@mostlyharmless1]

FINALLY someone who knows exactly what this song is about! Love this band so much and seen a lot of reactions to Zombie and half the people don't do a minute's research and are guessing about what conflict it is. Bangers!

[@nathangiggey2336]

Mr. Knox Hill.... you my friend are insane. How you can listen to a song and see a music video and break it down like you do, is unreal! By far the best reactor out there! It's not particularly close either.

[@vimantheroninboy]

That's a powerful song ❤️❤️

[@CaddyJim]

*The Cranberries (Linger)* *#RIP** Dolores*

[@TheMarrification]

You absolutely nailed the analysis. I'm very impressed by your knowledge.

[@chris1978uk]

Growing up in Belfast during the 80’s/90’s, witnessing bombings and experiencing the more “mundane” every day effects of terrorism, and things I still can’t talk about, this song always reignites past trauma in me and usually brings me to tears. We may have “peace”, but many of us will never be at peace 😢 Thank you for a thoughtful reaction ❤

[@GregorysBrain]

You now need to see the Badwolves cover, which was meant to feature Delores but she passed away the day before she was sceduled to sing her part in the song. It's since become a tribute, and the video is heartbreaking.

[@Aspru]

Great bro! Now do a breakdown of the sampled eminem song of "zombie" called "in your head"🔥

[@LucieJuiceyfer]

I grew up listening to The Cranberries, some of the only good memories I have with my parents was jamming to this album. It’s beautiful. Love that you are always willing to react to completely different genres ❤❤❤

[@thatguydump]

As a Northern Irish guy great analysis especially in the history aspect, nailed it. Most tuned in from America 👌

[@jefflake1581]

I always took this course as 2 different sides "with their tanks and their bombs" vs "their bombs and their guns"

[@chrisylockhart]

This song came out when I was in middle school and is one of the first songs to really open my mind to the world and the evils in it. It’s always kept a special place in my mind.

[@thomascarlson544]

Love your ability to breakdown whatever you sink your hands into! You are truly gifted! RIP Johnathan and Tim 🕊️

[@DogDocKat]

Bad Wolves did an amazing cover of this song as well. They were supposed to record it with Dolores but she died the night before they were to film it. Dolores does an amazing job of "keening." Such a powerful song. Really enjoyed this one Knox 💜💜

[@PaulBrennan.]

First time viewer of the channel and this dude KNOWS his Irish history, Loved hearing your perspective of the video, pretty spot on in regards to what the video is about and in relate to.

[@noctoi]

I've seen SO many reactions/analyses to this song, and you're one of the very few who 'gets' it. Thank you.

[@secretluvchild6089]

I really don't know what I was expecting here. I watch a lot of reaction videos. But this is the first time I've been blown away by the knowledge of the reactor. You are so impressive. Your critiques are on point. Loved this reaction. Great Job. 👍🏼 Imma watch some and subscribe. Amazing ❤❤

[@MissMeKate]

Dolores was a master at including keening notes to emphasise the most emotive passages. So her music was so deeply rooted in culture.