REACTING TO Pentatonix - Run to You

[@margretrosenberg420]

Written by Avi and Kevin. IMO these are the most beautiful harmonies Pentatonix has ever come out with. Just glorious.

[@amycunningham1830]

Love to watch your face, looking how I feel when I listen to this, my other favorite Pentatonix song, this one and The Prayer. This may be the most beautiful song I have ever heard, I am in awe of it and them.

[@lindaosmon5224]

This song was written by Avi & Kevin.

[@charlottevan_8]

The majority of the song was by Avi, and Ben Bram worked with them on the final arrangement. You can really hear Avi's influence in the song, especially when you listen to his subsequent original solo music. An excellent example of this is "All Is Well", a song he co-wrote with Grammy winner Joy Williams. This version was shot in a church in Utrecht, Netherlands during his second European tour this last Spring. It's just his voice, his guitar, and the acoustics of the building. Talk about stunning. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qX_Nk3R3n6tnisk

[@charlottevan_8]

Another example, from his latest album of 11 all original songs produced by Shooter Jennings, is this intimate song "He Don't Love You Right", with its haunting backing vocals (all Avi) and his resonant voice that's maturing both naturally and by way of the vocal training he continues to take, knowing that learning never stops. It's become a fan favorite. kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6XOpKKPpq6Eg6M

[@Dvergenlied]

This was one of the first songs i ever heard from them, right around the release of the album. It was, and remains, my favorite song they’ve ever done. “Light in the Hallway” is another song in the same vein. Cheers, Adam.

[@taniareads8751]

and I'd add Standing By - one of most favourites, and so overlooked now.

[@edsartistry]

Their ability to synchronize all their voices, breathing, entrances and exits, and all the notes are EPIC, and NO ONE does it better, and this song is living proof.

[@Michele18164]

As if their synchronicity wasn't amazing enough, in live shows they usually sing it in a semicircle around one mic, and they have their EYES CLOSED nearly the entire time. They are that in tune and in sync, they don't even have to see what the others are doing. They just know. 🤯

[@elainedavis9053]

This is one of the most beautiful things I have ever heard --- Tears of joy, happiness, or saddness -- I do not know -- but it just touches my heart.

[@AnjeannetteMarie-Swifie4Ever]

Pentatonix perfection ❤️

[@davidbangtson3109]

Somehow I missed your reaction to this amazing performance. You expressed exactly what I feel every time I hear them sing this original song. My favorites of theirs are always the ones with nothing but pure acapella harmony.

[@billwasserman9665]

100% agree. Pure 5 part harmony. Brilliant.

[@patriciaferguson9204]

At shows, they usually lay down their mics and sing "old school" a capella. If you can imagine a audience of 10,000 dead silent. By the way, the band members are credited as the songwriters.

[@Gwennedd]

IIRC...Avi and Kevin were the writers. Usually, no matter who the actual writers were, the credit is written as simply Pentatonix.

[@joatkins9793]

One of their most beautiful songs ever. I listen to this on the regular

[@Lookinforrealmusic]

I wish you would react to Avi solo. Especially his 7 layers performance of "All is Well" . WOW!! It showcases his astonishing voice.

[@shelbychesnut99]

They learned to mouth the words backwards when the flakes were rising.

[@allybandy3047]

This is one of my top 5. The harmonies are exquisite.

[@kerytanis4303]

Hello there.I loved that you loved that song.Its one of my favorites.Similar to this song are the covers cant help falling in love and swallow. I am sure you are gonna love them also.Your fun from Greece.

[@Badger77722]

If you'd like to hear PTX perform the song that inspired them to write this one, check out My Heart With You. It has a very similar feel, everyone singing, no beatboxing. They used it as their "off mic" closing song for their Evergreen tour in 2021. The two most interesting (to me) versions are both live, one from their Christmas Under the Stars TV special for BYU, and the other from their Sept. 2022 concert at the Hollywood Bowl. The song is in my top 3 Pentatonix songs of all time.

[@marylynne9104]

Love your reaction to this. Your expression as the dissonances swell and are resolved says it all. Thanks Adam.

[@catherinelopresti7121]

Nice to see you back to PTX! Great song.

[@heatherhuard]

Would love to see you react to Avi Kaplan's solo music His latest album is Floating on a Dream the Live from Sunset Sound versions are amazing as are the 2 songs done for The 7 Layer sessions. Another PTX 5 part harmony is Can't Help Falling in Love.

[@justlinsu]

The saddest thing about this song is that it was written by Avi and Keven. But after Avi left PTX the lawyers got involved and banned him from ever performing this and many other PTX songs. This crushed him. Took him years to recover. But as you say he has found himself again.

[@lorriredmon8212]

It really is breathtaking! Excellent reaction.

[@loritoigo8020]

Written by Avi and Kevin. Amazing 5 part harmony. Time to listen to Avi's solo music. When I'm a Fool live at Sunset Sound, All is well 7 layer sessions, Change on the Rise and b/w video I'm only getting started. Pure ear candy. Subscribed for PTX AND AVI.

[@jonathanwetherell3609]

I'd not heard this one before, Adam. Very different from anything I have listened to from PTX. No beat boxing, no solos, just five part harmony. Pure beauty.

[@chuckmccaslandsr.8859]

PTX can never do a bad song, and can sing anything! Listen to their cover of CANT HOLD US!😊

[@ptxlover6878]

Thank you for your amazing reaction, Adam.. isn't this so hauntingly gorgeous? I loved watching your face, I could tell you really felt it. As others mentioned, please try "My heart with you", it's breathtaking..

[@celiachristman104]

They just got a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Well deserved. First A Cappella group to do this.

[@MichaelReiter]

Beautiful harmonies there! PTX is an amazing group and I always enjoy their performances. Very nice reaction, Adam!

[@catherinefaulkner1392]

I love as well! Since you really enjoyed the striped down 5 part harmony...I HIGHLY RECOMMEND their Elvis cover of Can't Help Falling In Love! AMAZING!!

[@cocohol3513]

Great reaction! If Avi is your favorite maybe you should check out his solo music. If you listen to Avi's solo music, you will see that this song was heavily influenced by Avi. Others have suggested some songs but really anything you listen to by Avi is great!

[@justlinsu]

The saddest thing about this song is that it was written by Avi and Keven. But after Avi left PTX the lawyers got involved and banned him from ever performing this and many other PTX songs. This crushed him. Took him years to recover. But he has found himself and is travelling on his own path. Loved your reaction and analysis Adam

[@AdamStraughan]

Oh god that’s awful to hear!

[@justlinsu]

@@AdamStraughan I have a video of him conducting his Acapella choir group and although a little grainy their voices are hauntingly beautiful....Hope you enjoy it my friend. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYqkXq1-q7Wqadk

[@dwfarr]

That’s too bad. What is your source for this information. Thanks.

[@tamara4888]

There were a number of legal issues, including multiple original songs that Avi cowrote with the group that he blocked them from ever releasing, its why the 2nd originals album took so long to release, they had to start over. A sad thing that we will never hear any of the songs from either side... I had always had hope that maybe Avi would pop in as a guest at some concert, but I foresee that happening after all the legal issues. I love both PTX and AVI, makes me so sad!

[@karannewton3481]

It's heartbreaking that things ended this way for the original 5. I love Matt...and Avi is Avi. I can only imagine the amazing songs they had written that we will never hear. AND how sad that Avi couldn't sing this on his own.

[@maryflorio8450]

This is why they are so excellent at their craft- I really enjoyed your reactions and agree wholeheartedly with all your comments. You are truly a pentatolic- you're in good company with the rest of us Pentaholics!

[@mazcolyer1972]

I agree when there no main vocalist and all singing together is beautiful they deserved that walk of fame star yesterday great reaction thank you 😊 Could you check out A little space by pentatonix and ateez please 💜

[@pjb3583]

They’ve got a couple of these where they all just sing together and astonish us all. You said it right - stunning. Peace from Ohio …

[@christinavalerio2423]

I literally love your reactions. Your descriptions are amazing.

[@AdamStraughan]

Thank you!

[@shirleymoffat3338]

This is such a beautiful song! Avi is such a good songwriter as his solo work will demonstrate. He is closely connected with the Acapella Academy, (a summer school for youngsters from all over the world) and he wrote a song for them to perform called 'The Seed'. kzbin.info/www/bejne/joubanV-oreZrdU You would love this! Please have a listen to Avi's solo work - I would recommend 'All is Well' the 7Layers session (live) as a start point.

[@danielcarter837]

This came from the early masterpiece PTX Vol 2. The Grammy winning Daft Punk is the last track on that 7 song EP. Can't Hold Us is the first track and the musical ear candy doesn't let up. They were so good early it is astounding. Probably the best musical arrangers over the last decade. Some of the best song writers also.

[@christophercobb6352]

Pure luscious five part harmony.

[@pepinosylvie8887]

Love your reaction as always 👍 this song written by Avi and Kevin is a masterpiece, pure art. I would love to see you react to their live performance on Popspring Special 2016. One medley and 3 original songs : one written by Avi and Scott, an other one by Scott and Kevin and the last one by Kirsten and Kevin. It's 15 minutes of joy, the sound is amazing and to hear and see them performing live at this level, is really something you should not miss. Hope to see you react to that. Thanks 😘

[@dwfarr]

Recommend their cover of Havana.

[@finnsmom773]

I really enjoy your reactions so thank you.

[@AdamStraughan]

Thank you!

[@Korbin_Arts]

this is my favorite song of theirs, the chords are stunning. i've heard (but have not seen this confirmed anywhere) that to record the chorus with the petals floating upward, they learned how to lip sync that section of the song backwards and then played the clip in reverse.

[@TitanSummers]

They had to learn how to mouth the words backwards so when the paper went up it still looks like they are singing.

[@julieross3946]

This was Beautiful 🎶🎶

[@marablemorgan8292]

Same as My Heart With You...

[@camillep3631]

They learned to phonetically 'sing' backwards so when they're playing the video forwards it looks like the snow is floating up

[@ShinyElfriend]

Beautiful reaction to this classic PTX original. I heard that they were lip syncing in reverse to make the illusion of the rising petals. Can you imagine? They always embody the song in their videos and emote the right feeling. How could they possibly memorize the lyrics with every word in reverse, lip sync, and still look like they were filmed singing live and deep into the emotions of the song? How? If that is true, it's amazing.

[@katmit69]

Love this classic PTX original. Actually have the sheet music to this one, it was that good. Glad you're reacting to PTX! They have another song in this same style, "My Heart With You", from last year, that you should check out, its gorgeous. ❤

[@johnhelwig8745]

Hi Adam, FYI: Pentatonix was awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame yesterday, Feb 21. There are videos on KZbin that recorded the event. Also, you have reacted to PTX and to Voiceplay, but I do not see any Home Free reactions. I think you would enjoy them too. I've been playing their "American Pie with Don McLean" a lot lately. It is great and also nice not having to flip the 45 to play the B side to listen to the entire song.

[@joannameyers8184]

This is one Avi and Kevin wrote together

[@keithcollins1318]

You will have to check out Pentatonix doing My Heart With You !!!

[@jimmiemurvin1871]

You need to listen to "My Heart With You." They've loved it for years and it was the inspiration for this song. Like this one, it's pure five-part harmony.

[@lilywhitefi]

I’d love to get your reaction to Kiiara’s Gold. It’s another stripped down song but very different in vibe. Helps to listen to the original beforehand if you’re not already familiar with it so you’ve got that context.

[@alhicks125]

If you really enjoyed this... look into 'My Heart With You', another performance like this.

[@pamelakgarrett993]

This is one of my favorite of theirs! So beautiful! Stunning is right! Are you still in the U S? If so hope we are making you feel welcome! Have a great day!

[@AdamStraughan]

Thank you! And yes, I am indeed!

[@betmo]

hi adam...i suggest adam lambert's new version of getting older by billie eilish...it's fantastic ❤️

[@daleenengelbrecht4861]

I dont know if you reacted to Love again. An original. Greetings from South Africa

[@jennyg3110]

Please listen to their cover of „dreams“ , it is beautiful.

[@ifluvinguiswrong]

It was lovely, but honestly Adam I prefer Forestella. I hope I don't offend. Your admirer from NYC. Stu

[@AdamStraughan]

You don’t offend, each to their own! You should check out more of their stuff though! Pentatonix are truly fantastic in their own right.

[@ifluvinguiswrong]

@@AdamStraughan It's not that I dislike them, I don't. Forestella is just my personal favorite. I will go back and look at your past Pentatonix videos. Stu

[@soleywolfgangsdottir]

nice harmonies and all, but not my cup of tea i have to admit. adam, what about eivør and ginman after dark with an all time classic, "gloomy sunday"? this song is just so heartwrenching. sinead did it, björk did it, angelina too. so many excellent vocalitsts, but eivør outshines them all.