Classical Musicians React: EXO 'Groove' vs 'Obsession'

[@ReacttotheK]

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[@anikaloves]

thank you sooooooo much EXO EXO EXO-L

[@tinkerbellaeri4845]

can you also react to Jekyll, Trouble and 24/7 also by EXO?

[@mikazuki8110]

React to soloist Bibi

[@estefaniacp1589]

@@tinkerbellaeri4845 agree

[@armyexo-l7241]

I am exo L exo love you... 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@mrs_rover]

"It's so stylish, but it doesn't sound like it's trying hard to be trendy" Did you mean EXO's entire career? Trend-setting legends

[@RuizG1992]

Preach sis!😎

[@hanasonmi]

Exactly :D

[@comosedice6104]

Couldn't agree more ✌

[@taqdeesislam5464]

That's true for both EXO and their artistry..

[@icequeen7235]

I cried after hearing this it was sooo satisfying

[@mrs_rover]

"Oh my God his abs Did you se- did you see his abs" Big mood

[@leekbong]

i love your pfp omg

[@mrs_rover]

@@leekbong Hyungwon is the ultimate meme

[@Dwayniee]

2 of your comments have more than 2k likes in one video omg what

[@mrs_rover]

@@Dwayniee stan EXO, and you can achieve the same results from home!!!

[@Paoferdy]

"That's EXO saying BACK OFF" Nobody had ever summarized Obsession lyrics that well before lol

[@nourzouarii2362]

we are one

[@chickenmcnuggets9669]

Her: Do you here those changes? Me: Did you see Kai’s abs?

[@madeleneplaza6747]

*brUh*

[@emilyjohn6444]

👀

[@Baekkie_bae]

😊👌😎

[@eilaffarah1016]

Priority for kai abs 😂👍🏼💖

[@hellriser__]

can we PLEASE talk about how she hit that high note and broke the mic

[@dogehacker8494]

It was insane vocal she did out of nowhere. I could barely do high vocals.

[@kecym.4808]

Yea 😂👌🏼

[@anaghasree2293]

it was so WOAH when i heard to it. it was so amazing

[@SamIsNotAvailableRn]

Time stamp?

[@thatone_lea]

@@SamIsNotAvailableRn 11:23

[@ohoratkkaebsong]

*"ooohhh this is the nicest transition to rap period"*

[@nuramaliarosyada6515]

Found you. Everywhere 😂

[@dumbrule]

Nur Amalia Rosyada EVERYWHERE! I first saw her in yep4andy

[@exosproudmamabear558]

What's up sis? I see you came early as always.

[@gemst6nes]

Me, when i first heard Chanyeol's rap

[@shesintherain6210]

Damn how and why I write this shit. Anyways I still loving EXO.

[@teng9556]

you KNOW a song is good when neither kevin nor yunyi wants to analyze it!!

[@stygianr]

how did you post the comment a day ago when its literally just uploaded 23mins ago.......... sis i-

[@jessjay181]

Can I have whatever yt is on rn

[@yujin8854]

@@stygianr holy crap you're right. How?

[@mfkimkai]

@@stygianr this is scarying the shit out of me...

[@floramorgan6112]

.

[@thaitea5977]

obsession isn’t just a song, it’s an EXPERIENCE

[@stanpentagon6175]

It's a trip dude

[@rinmonica7643]

Well said, you delivered what I wanna express

[@eugenesan8616]

You described it well

[@venusawaken6656]

EXO is an experience!

[@allierazaktisu]

Yeah the S&M kind 😘

[@Vera-wl7fy]

Obsession can literally be a textbook example of correct and good use of autotune as an art form. It has it's purposes and ways of use and when not being abused you get great songs like this. Honestly didn't expect this from EXO's comeback but then again they always surprise. I'm so glad I ordered their album despite, like most ppl, getting my pre-order canceled twice. This is one of my most favorite albums now. It's like some songs came of of the 90s or early 2000s

[@AnirudhGargIsBored]

I agree about Autotune as an art form. Another strong example is Brown Eyed Girls' Abracadabra. Of course, that didn't use Autotune this much, but it's one of the earliest examples in KPop (that I know of) for using Autotune so well.

[@nourzouarii2362]

we are one

[@iheartart0827]

Yeah, they used it to sound like they were otherworldly, demonic beings, which fit their concept. Also, i think twice's signal fits this too, during the part where they sing "jjirit jjirit," considering they were playing the role of aliens in disguise.

[@ayesha-co3tt]

They've been interacting w the x-exos

[@Diana-ri9sh]

It means you are one of those few persons out there who knows what music and art truly means fam

[@dagmar.m]

People who studie(d) music really hear music differently huh? It’s crazy to me the things they point out 👍

[@ReacttotheK]

Yeah, it is crazy how differently I approach listening to music now after studying it. I hope we are able to share what we hear in a way so you can hear it too!

[@eri.grass_]

i agree ✊

[@yusdrum91]

what's more crazy is, one musician to another might hear different things

[@codebrker24]

@@ReacttotheK you guys do~ Thank you.

[@Jack-pl1bz]

That's why I love this reaction channel the most. They react on whatat they actually hear and what they see is just a bonus. They are always objective on reacting but they still point their opinions.

[@ohoratkkaebsong]

" i don't know why I just couldn't take my eyes off of it. the entire time I just couldn't think. I was just fgzzhhnnkk" That's EXO for y'all

[@thehuntress3295]

U commenting on every exo video i see bruh..respectcha

[@Maria.S9]

Obsession has so many good songs in it, but honestly, I didn't expect anything less from EXO. Their albums are always top quality, for me at least. So far, I haven't been disappointed by any of their releases. Many kudos to the producers of the album too, they truly delivered.

[@eugenesan8616]

Well said

[@burntbread9724]

honestly i think every sm artists have such amazing b-sides to go along with their title tracks

[@exordiums]

"their voices are super rich"

[@axonfox]

"soft texture"♡♡♡

[@dragonfruit597]

I mean it's EXO, vocal Kings indeed😍

[@lupinlumos4679]

my broke ass (voice and self) cant relate EXO KINGSSSS

[@baecon9670]

Yeah, so as their bank accounts

[@shantipoudel9847]

Maybe that's why their album are expensive 😂

[@sleepyscxr]

groove literally proves my point that KAI is literally a vocal god as WELL as being a god of performing

[@beatriceevita8591]

we love the all-rounder kings

[@NomelAlyssa1]

Can't wait for his solo on November 30

[@mariahdariah8120]

Truee

[@Romyb1203]

Yes he is vocal god! listen to his Album! Talented

[@kecym.4808]

Yea

[@heavenlysan1467]

exo's discography is literally a treasure chest, you wont find any bad album.

[@ayaulykalel]

THAT IS TRUE!!!!

[@stanexoandstraykidscowards4002]

"It's so stylish but it doesn't sound like it's trying hard to be trendy" YESSS EXO DON'T FOLLOW TRENDS EXO SET TRENDS 😇😇

[@dariianys2326]

The audiences needs a “YaYaYa” reactionnn pleaseeee

[@sodabella]

And Jekyll

[@EXOxALAMATvocalkings]

@@sodabella Yes! YaYaYa and Jekyll please.

[@karlaviriful]

And Baby You Are!

[@EXOxALAMATvocalkings]

@@karlaviriful The whole album is a bop!

[@AEPM_]

@@karlaviriful and Nonstop!!

[@catherineemmons6232]

That is why EXO does not fit in the norm of typical kpop idol group, they are way beyond that. They don't just make music but instead they create an artistic craft to really express themselves.

[@ska4666]

Probably one of the Highest standards EXO brought to Kpop.. Idk if you Guys Know But, *EXO's obsession Was Voted as the Best Kpop Song of 2019* by billboards Critics(Not Fans) and Since They Did So, By The Start of 2020, So, It's Probably gonna be the Best one in 2020 too.. 😅

[@angel_firelightsy1537]

EXO always sets the bar so high...such an amzing talent and artistry❤️

[@TheCountDook]

Sadly they arent as popular as BTS and Blackpink. So many people havent experienced EXO's artistic talents

[@ska4666]

@@TheCountDook i know it's Sad, but On a Brighter note, They are Popular Enough for a Group who Hadn't Promoted Since 2017, It has been Around 3-4 yrs Already 😅, n EXO seems To be Getting more n more Known Gradually, All We Can Do is Let Others know that EXO exists too, all The rest will Be Done by EXO's Talent. 😅

[@chentorino2839]

That's why EXO got me. When they have a comeback. You'll expect another concept from them. They don't follow trends, they set the trend.

[@leticiasoarescalvi]

Too bad Antis can't get the message. One of the members, Chen, is getting married and having a kid, but people are sending him death threats and giving back Merch, even his family has been suffering threats from supposed fans. Obsessed people will never shut up and go away.

[@리혬]

옘병 애초에 이 노래가 사생에 관한 내용이 아닌데 무슨 배드안티캔트겟더메시지야 그리고 배드안티ㅋㅋ 팀에 도움 안되는 건 너희고...^^ 잘난 외국팬분들인 너희가 첸 데리고 가 외국가수 하라해

[@trouvailleddd5352]

@@리혬 pls english we don't understand

[@Juyanf]

이지원 life and death lol SO WRONG TRANSLATION. sasaeng is not life and death, it means stalker fans. And this korean comment clearky saying it’s not officially about sasaeng

[@trouvailleddd5352]

@@jennie.1004Thank you so much^^

[@trouvailleddd5352]

@@Juyanf Ah okey i'm understand thank you^^

[@bishnukumarithapa8050]

Now people know why we choose to stan EXO and not others.

[@nexologyyeorobun67]

PERIODT

[@arishika543]

Hell yeah Love Exo We're one❤️

[@luvyu2985]

True😚

[@nandinimenon7633]

Others who? Other kpop artists or just basic pop artists

[@dianadacutanan3985]

Period, exo forever

[@icequeen7235]

The way they break down Exo's songs and talk about their voices is sooo satisfying I literally love this channel so much

[@catherineemmons6232]

Also when they talk about technical terms.

[@AquaMarino]

Exactly

[@kamilahurummaqshurot1516]

Me too

[@swaejohnson252]

Finally people praising Kai’s vocals in GROOVE! He really became a VOCALIST VOCALIST, I miss his raps but his voice is just everything.

[@OkCare1786]

So true, I was so happy hearing their praise.

[@oberlinb4750]

YAAASS!!!!!!

[@crftieph]

can't wait to see him as solo - i think it's happening soon :D

[@cuardai]

I was thinking the same thing, everyone underestimates Kai's voice because it is just so unique.

[@anti_sse]

*KAI WORLD DOMINATION*

[@aalinalove]

The fact that some 15 Years old are dragging EXO for their Vocals. EXO being out their being the Vocal Legends. This reaction proves what goes behind the making of a Song. From Lyrics to the use of Instruments, and the Artists singing and putting their sound into it. EXO ARE THE LENGENDS 👑 PERIODT!!!

[@user-xx6do2bi9v]

sadly its not only the teens tho but even the adults! with kids! like they out here on twitter projecting their immaturity together with those guillible kids. hopeless cases it feels talking to a wall

[@aalinalove]

@@user-xx6do2bi9v This is so true. They drag EXO everyday. It's just sad.

[@rimatapadar]

Ki korbe oi chhoto chhoto baccha der k niye 🤧🤣🤣 Ora nijeder fairyland theke bherotei chaina😂

[@chenwesupportyou.2544]

@@rimatapadar ekdom thik bolso. basically they are just addicted with their faces but sad their faces isn't that attractive though xD

[@Achanceywill]

Make it a periodT with a T

[@mahffradam]

Billboard is right by choosing Obsession as the best album of 2019 Im So proud of u #EXO

[@jraven4567]

Not a bad song on it. I legit never skip any Obsession songs.

[@ayesha-co3tt]

This album is another no-skip and a masterpiece ^^

[@beatriceevita8591]

as it should

[@istangreekgod-likemenofexo6074]

Cloud said she liked that there's like 2 voices, there's a dark creepy voice on the bottom. I think it's intentional since the concept of this MV is about EXO and EXO's clones thus having 2 different auras. The autotune,I think it's also really intentional. It is inorganic, and maybe because of the concept too. It focuses on the clones, they aren't human at all, they are like demons/robots/villain. Autotune and inorganic vibe is just a great idea. SM and EXO doesn't disappoint. Totally great for me

[@verala8390]

I really appreciate that every time one of the reactors talk about a certain point of the song you play that part in the background so we can better understand what they’re saying. Thank you for your videos!

[@_day1273]

9:25 : omg his abs. omg did u see the- the abs? DID U SEE THOSE ABS? oh my god oHMYGOD. preachhhhhhhh

[@mariminerey]

Ok, but the way they reacted to Kai's vocals. My man is a main dancer & still sounds this good💕

[@fofofofo8441]

Yeah .. Im so proud of himm

[@maulindaagustin1224]

Yess

[@kimkai3375]

Yes

[@Kim-rw6tz]

Yes. In exo all of them are rappers and all of them are vocals. So talented. We all are proud of them.

[@anti_sse]

*Y’ALL NOTICED 3 OF THEM FALLING WITH JONGIN WHEN HE’S NOT THE MAIN VOCAL, I’M LOVING IT*

[@BessmaITube]

OBSESSION IS NOT ABOUT SASAENGS (altho you have the right to interpret it that way) But its about the self destructive behaviour once the night slips in, the voice in your head that tells you it knows you best, degrading every last inch in you... its about a fight between the two consciousnesses a person has, one that’s trying to keep you alive the other filling you with guilt and incompetence. And it actually is explained at the end verse of the song “one night I saw the shadow following me in the darkness, with the one turned on light at the exit.. I realised it’s me looking at myself in the mirror”

[@chimmysjams9206]

Very true, I feel like it gives off similar themes to their other song Jekyll, going off the whole Jekyll and Hyde story, battling with your inner demon. Crazy stuff

[@tsuki3752]

i’m pretty sure that’s what it means bc a song about sasaengs would be too on the nose, esp since their concept is about the clones. but it’s not unfair to interpret it that way, since exo have never been shy to call out their sasaengs (baekhyun especially), but i agree, umu should’ve said the proper interpretation.

[@punkblud0234]

Somebody said it

[@mrs_rover]

11:26 "there's Adrian" the way I screamed lmao I never even realised (If you don't get it watch Umu's interview with Adrian - you won't regret it!!!)

[@xyooniex4421]

the whole mf album was so good. every single song, not even over exaggerating.

[@emilyeol]

Facts 😌

[@Jensrubies]

Its AMAZING

[@lostmywigbcsjibooty2496]

Your username is a little like me 😂

[@lemuelsambitan6682]

The last time I was this early, Kāi was still exposing his abs with his leather crop top

[@ivyreid7]

Let’s not forget just like every SM group their harmonies are never ending amazing using their vocals as instruments it’s beautiful *chefs kiss*

[@세모난동그랑땡-u7q]

옵세션은 스토커 팬들에 대한 경고하는 생각이아니라..엑소와 엑스엑소 두가지의 자아가 존재해서 서로 대립하는 주제입니다.

[@이미선-l2n]

근데 저도 이 곡 처음에 들었을 때 사생 생각을 했어요. 가사의 여러 부분에서 그 점을 느꼈거든요. 공식적으로는 엑소와 X엑소의 대립이지만 사생에 대한 의미도 함축 되어있는것 아닐까요? 저와 같은 생각으로 곡을 소개해주셔서 좀 놀랐어요 ^^

[@지구-d7s]

@@이미선-l2n 그건... 개인적인 본인만의 추측, 생각이니까요 그렇게 생각이 든 건 그럴 수 있지만 그게 공식적으로 나온 의견이 따로 있는데 영상에서처럼 이런식으로 설명하고 (정정이 없는 채로) 해외팬들에게 퍼지게 되는 건... 아니라고 생각합니다 음 뭐 나쁜 내용인 건 아니지만 이 영상 속에서만 해도 한국 팬들에 대해 부정적인 영향이 있기도 하니까요 (참고로 사생은 그냥 사생, 스토커지 걔네들은 스토커 사생이 아님)

[@sagi28_zje]

THANK YOU FOR NOTICING KAI'S VOICE HUHUHU IM VERY IMPRESSED😭 OUR BB IS REALLY DOING WELL TO IMPROVED MORE HIS VOCALS ALSO HE PROMISED US TO RELEASE HIS SOLO ALBUM SOON HUHUHU. THANK YOU VERY MUCH. PS. OMG YUNYI IS BACK AND TOGETHER WITH KEVIN, THE BEST REACOTRS OF REACT TO THE K💕 I MISS THE OTHER ONE WITH THE CURLY HAIR HIHIHI

[@cottonjun01]

This comeback made me really notice kai's voice it's so nice I can't wait for his solo

[@fofofofo8441]

I'm so happy for my Nini 😍

[@moonchild9134]

Effortlessly cool and trendy: Words that describe EXO perfectly!! Even the transition to rap comment reflects one of many reasons why I appreciate EXOs discography. Their songs don’t throw in raps awkwardly, they always blend well and sound like they belong!

[@lewlavabra6811]

oh i definitely share elizabeth's enthusiasm for the little flute in "groove". it was so elegant ! on another note, 'obsession' for me is one of exo's best comebacks to. and i'm not even a huge fan of exo to begin with. it was kinda polarizing, as in people either loved it or hated it just like zimzalabim, but honestly i was a bit sad to see how negative most exo-l's reaction was when it came out. the grittiness, the musical structure, all those key changes in the chorus... idk it just sounds gorgeous to me and i'm still obsessed with it (no pun intended) 3 months later.

[@lamarx8815]

What ?? This is a masterpiece i loved every thing in this comeback literally when it first released i was in complete shock my mind was blown by how much creative this is..it was so fun and beyond music.. it was like a perfect superheroes movie with amazing tracks and vocals, sooo entertaining everybody worked in this are a genius the whole thing is out of this world. It so refreshing and took me to another world. They even mad it fun when they opened another account and mad a social media battle between EXO and X-EXO. This is what i call it entertainment. It’s my favorite comeback too. Sad they never make any world tours I really want to see this era in a concert 💔💔💔🥺

[@lamarx8815]

Mad=made 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@Pitapat819]

I’m an exo-l and almost all the people i follow on twitter are the same... i am really confused because most of my mutuals loved it..? But we knew it wasn’t a public-friendly song so the GP wouldn’t love it. But those aren’t exo-ls. Maybe that was more what those fans were saying? That it won’t get great responses from non kpop listeners who don’t watch the video or the promo?

[@drea2578]

Yeah, I too was surprised when I heard that there are some exo-l’s who hated Obsession. Some of them even complained that the song doesn’t sound like a kpop song.

[@Barbghos]

2:06 my boy Kai singing and they are like 'so smooth'!!! I'm melting!!! So so proud of you Nini bear ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@floralessence12]

Whoever is dragging EXO for their vocals doesn't appreciate music... I'm sorry but you can at least respect their creativity.

[@srijayasalim3608]

There are some people who drag THE EXO for vocals? 😳

[@heyyo-gz3zk]

I love how you put the parts that they are referring to as the background song during the analysis ^^ nice improvement!

[@ohoratkkaebsong]

3:37 "aaaaaa!! FLUTE!!!" Literally me when i first heard the song😂😂😂

[@modeon123]

I saw u in every exo reaction 😂

[@ksoo4115]

Sist u are really everywhere in every exo related video i saw😂👏👏

[@keil4832]

I see u again

[@kittenpolar]

Love ur username lol

[@Ur__erming]

same same

[@rfnh4789]

Chen appears: "oH sOo dEmOnIc." Ikr.chen wrecked us hard this cb

[@joysenna2608]

한국어 자막 올려주신분 감사합니다ㅎㅎ! 근데 여러번 느끼는거지만 채널 운영자분의 곡 설명이 아쉽네요. X-EXO 세계관을 전면에 내세우고 나온 앨범인데 굳이 본인의 주관적인 해석으로 소개해야 했을지,,,,그 영향 때문에 리액션하는 분들이 판타지적으로 받아들일 수 있었던 부분도 사생 얘기로 국한돼버린 것 같구요

[@AkilahMay]

We stan QUALITY not POPULARITY. They set the bar high. No other kpop groups can be at par with EXO, vocal-wise and their music is unrivaled in the industry.

[@denissewoo]

"I was just, I don't know why I just couldn't take my eyes off it the entire time. I couldn't think or do anything about it" Honestly, same. That's the EXO effect, they are so hypnotic.

[@withrj]

11:19 brianna is the grandmother of chen's child after matching that note with him. WE STAN!!!!!

[@judianadvientobulante1738]

"This is so luxurious. " Well that's because its EXO. 🥰 PERIOD.!

[@비비빅-m4c]

뭐야 갑자기 그루브 곡해석에 사생이왜나와 ㅋ ㅋ ㅋ ㅋ ㅋ ㅋ 코어팬인데 난생처음듣네 누가해석했길래....컨셉이해를 아예안한듯 엑소와 경쟁하는듯한 컨셉과 위기감은 팬들이아니고 x-엑소라는 흑화버전과 그냥 엑소의 경쟁을 컨셉으로한 두 존재를 말하는건데..ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ뮤비에도 보면 한멤버당 다른 컨셉으로 같은두명이 대면하는부분이 나옴 엑소의 몸을 빼앗고 지배하려는 x-엑소를 엑소가 경계하는듯한 그런컨셉입니다.. 갑자기 팬이랑 가수를 나쁘게 경쟁을 시켜버리네..

[@Mooolcogi]

처음에 groove 보여줬을때도 가사 부른 멤버 다 틀린 걸 보여주기에 그런갑다 했는데 뒤에 옵세션 설명은 정말 잘못된 설명이어서 뭔 말인가 했다. 사생이 거기서 왜나와요..? 서로 대립하는 엑소 자체 세계관입니다..이런 영상 만들 때는 사실 확인부터 좀 하고 만듭시다.

[@용융용-n2j]

개인적인 의견이라지만 너무 갔음ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ 내면의 자아의 싸움이라고 처음부터 스엠이 말했는뎈ㅋㅋㅋ

[@ohoratkkaebsong]

"ohhh God they can dance. Ughhhh" Elizabeth is such a mood 😂😂

[@Ravenscannotfly]

Just going by that twisted choreography joke Yunyi told. I feel like the real reason he hasn't been around for a long time is because he was off being a father. Like there's probably no child. Yunyi just is dad because he became dad

[@E.Bashmak]

13:24 "pretty" part is starting with something like "Do you remember when we were happy?" lyrics so it's kinda reminiscence of a happy past when stalkers and crazy fans didn't exist yet.

[@Imyourcherryybomb]

my mind had been blown to bits by this like sjsjassjahaj it makes so much sense

[@Imyourcherryybomb]

@@shadesshades4295 they definitely had stalkers and sasengs for a long time but at first when they were slowly growing a fanbase it seemed different, in their minds it's like we have support and that's all an artist can ask for right? so they probably didn't see any problems until they gained perspective. idk that's how i interpreted it.

[@lilomeah95]

not really. 🥴 obsession has a lot of possible meaning to it; the one about sasaengs and all isn't exactly accurate, especially in reference to their concept and the mv. sm has stated that obssession is actually "about one's will to break out of the darkness of a torturous obsession directed towards oneself," which would make sense given the exo vs xexo concept. as xexo are exo themselves, the pretty part, (the part that sounds different, pure, and not evil), junmyeon' part, the lyrics is "the time we were happy together, i know" is probably in reference to exo who have temporarily gotten rid of xexo. this would make sense with jongdae's line that follows, "i have to end them now, forget everything" as his thoughts are his and his alone, without his x-self, right before the chorus and original beat comes back where exo and xexo are fighting each other again.

[@daebakpcy3587]

'Its so stylish, not trying hard to be trendy' Well that's EXO, they make the trend

[@Mawn_x]

I love watching y’all break down and pick apart songs. I can only imagine how much more enjoyable listening to the song becomes when you can really hear and feel every single element.

[@LarissaSantos-gn4jr]

crazy how obsession wasn't even written to take a stand against sasaengs/crazed fans or anything but it fits so well in the current moment haha exo true legends, kings. great job and analysis as always RTTK!!!

[@bbambi]

9:27 “oh my god his abs” THAT WAS LITERALLY ME WHEN FIRST SEEING THE MV

[@stanloona6716]

i may be a girl group stan for the most part.. but obsession is one of my favorite kpop albums ever. exo has such an impeccable discography and they never disappoint! looking forward to a repackage soon i hope!

[@nuukunn307]

All of their albums are top tier especially their winters albums. Their solos everything it's so good.

[@garnetAwe-are-one_EXO]

The way they reacted to Jongin's vocals at Groove. Yes. I am a proud mom.

[@sgm06025]

와 사람을 춤추게하는 방법이 박자를 비워서 그부분을 춤으로 채우게 만드는거였구나...신기하다...

[@febz2660]

Please react to their other B-side tracks. Jekyll and Trouble. It's insanely good!!! I assure you. Edit: in their "not gonna react to” playlist. Awwwwe!

[@corn_6457]

Febz Garcellano I don’t think they’ll react to those cause those songs are in their “not gonna react to” playlist

[@corn_6457]

If I’m not wrong that is

[@febz2660]

@@corn_6457 Well if that's true, bummer! Their loss, not ours. Lol!

[@BaileeWalsh]

Yeah, Non-Stop and Day After Day are on their maybe list last time I checked, but the other b-sides are on the not react list.

[@febz2660]

@@BaileeWalsh oh shit, there is actually a "list". I'm sorry, well if that's the case, I'm kinda sad. But if they can, I hope they listen to it or the whole album because dang it's masterpiece! And where can I see the list if you may?

[@tri1228]

I don't know why many people say that EXO OBSESSION is so boring. But this proves that only REAL musicians can see EXO's Amazing Vocals, Technique, Range etc.. That proves, the quality of their music is very high.

[@ssaa10dec20]

Kevin: I have been waiting for 6 minutes Exols: we have been waiting for this for 3 months!! P.s. I'm so happy!!

[@PhewAwesome]

I think one of the stronger elements of 'Obsession' is the use of contrasting sounds. For example the really high pitch ostinato "I want you" up against Baekhyun and Kai singing in a lower register, also the almost strikingly low 'demon voice' during the pre-chorus/bridge (not sure what to call that section) while they sing at a higher pitch (especially Chen!) . It makes the song a lot more interesting to me. Also the harmonies are great.

[@codebrker24]

Exo has the chops to pull this song off. They are such a mature group.

[@GntFnj]

Yunyi is here, what a nice surprise!! So glad to see his and Kevin reacted to EXO together again!! And also I really enjoyed everyone's reactions and their thoughts. Thank you and have a nice day

[@therinajournal]

Yunyi is using he/him pronouns now!

[@GntFnj]

@@therinajournal Oh really? I didn't know. Thanks for telling me!

[@2exokaiidolsidol648]

Who are they? At what time?

[@bersh7150]

which one is yunyi??? they have a nice name

[@anggracweety]

@@bersh7150 3:49 with blue hair

[@stellasketch2962]

GROOVE BEST SONG ON OBSESSION ONE OF EXO'S BEST SONGS PERIOD the only thing holding it back from being my favorite exo song of all time is that there's no minseok, kyungsoo or yixing :(

[@austinzzt3964]

LOUDERRRR!!!

[@exomake_mehorololo]

The song still sounds perfect as it is.... And it gave us Kai...he wouldn't get those lines if it would have been 8 members to be real. Same for Sehun and even Channie.. they never got lines like this before...Gosh even Baekhyun and Chen get more diverse lines in Obsession as the same old same old division.... hope SM keeps this variety for future albums

[@ajunglkr.2006]

Damn!!! My two fav tracks. But let's be real everything they sing is a fav for me.

[@iselsizlanac]

옵세션 곡 설명을ㅠㅠ 왜 저렇게ㅜㅜ 사생 아니고 저 오지는 세계관을 알아야 더 소름돋는 곡인데요,,,

[@lazvegaz]

If what you want is look for easy listening K-Pop, you can find the songs very easy anywhere, but if what you want is broad and versatile K-Pop music experience and exploration, EXO is your ultimate answer.

[@zoroence]

Now I want a "Jekyll" and "Baby You Are" Reaction pleasseeee

[@maianh3746]

mir axed Yep ! I want too

[@mesyazaable]

JEKYLL AND BABY YOU ARE YES PLS PLS PLS PLS PLS

[@angrainimawarsari8142]

Up

[@angrainimawarsari8142]

Yes please

[@resurgingflame]

Sorry but those songs are already in her "will not react to" list.

[@lautomne3997]

this whole album is a gold i mean every EXO's albums are gold

[@gnalee8948]

OH SHETTTTTTT DIDN'T EXPECT THIS ONE TO COME

[@kino_jj2347]

11:18 i love how the guy was saying “fxxk it up” when it was chen’s high part 😭😂

[@juliannajeong2743]

OBSESSION IS NOT ABOUT THEIR FANS this is the song about conflict between EXO and X-EXO There are already two typical interpretation. (and very dominant) First, EXO’s alter ego is X-EXO. this is the official interpretation. And EXO have their own fictional universe. this is very huge. We can interpret based on this universe. Then, X-EXO is a clone of EXO. (and we can think about relations with other albums of EXO.) This is second. I think your interpretation is pretty nice but actually these two is very dominant. So I feel awkward and uncomfortable the entire time. And many other fans think so too.

[@syazwina21]

Omg! Yunyi is back with Kevin & reacting to EXO's songs! My fav combination! 🤗 Anyway yes to EXO's amazing vocals "decorating" the songs! 👌 *_hoping for Classical Musicians react to EXO's Non Stop & Day After Day!_*

[@nurenikakanegi]

In conclusion, "GROOVE" is MASTERPIECE, and "OBSESSION" is ANOTHER LEVEL OF MASTERPIECE

[@ianm271]

YUNYIIIIIII!!!!

[@sanisura6997]

It's always soooo interesting watching reaction from people who studied music💛

[@maryjoy178]

All throughout their career... I could say that EXO was one of those kpop idol legends that are truly versatile. In a song you'll hear different flavors! Which, in this generation of kpop idols, is already hard to spot. I think EXO is the only kpop group that could beautifully execute a song that has different elements and/or flavors. In every comeback album they pull through, there are new flavor/s you could consume from their songs! Only pros can understand EXOs covals and artistry, really! Gaaaad! We need more of you! Your honest reviews are the best! Oh today's their debut annuversary! Their 9th!

[@darumadara]

Henry : Who's that say "Yeah, right"? Me : Sehun.

[@farah_felice]

When Yunyi leaned forward after Chen's high note. I felt that

[@silverspiritveritas112]

Daniel being excited at 09:26 " Ohmaigoddid you see those abs? DID YOU SEE THOSE ABS? OMG" Me AF when I first saw the MV 😂

[@sharlydas5382]

“Did u see those abs???” Bahaha that guys a mood

[@jiwonoc]

It’s very gratifying when intelligent people, and especially trained musicians, appreciate EXO...I’ll take quality over quantity any time ❤️.

[@micchiki2430]

Your reactions to Jongin's lines in Groove is really about to make me cry. 🥺

[@devakibhagwat6146]

YUNYI IS BACKKK and for an EXO reaction, no less :')

[@kristywon.g]

all these compliments just makes me appreciate exo and their talents more each day. i’m tearing up. 😭 also kudos to the producers for all your masterpieces thank you 😭

[@gotnini88]

2:06 It's so smooth. Yeah STAN Kim Jongin for eargasm

[@cumapenonton7596]

in every song EXO always has a rich beat and harmony, EXO makes its own characteristics in KPop industry. ❤️

[@ceciliakalvist1289]

"it's like I'm going into trance" EXACTLY

[@luna-ro6gl]

Noti squad!!! P/S: STAN EXO

[@RedVelBaek]

I just feel so proud when they're complimenting Kai's vocals 🥺💕

[@getyourprettylittlelifetog9377]

I love this! So glad you all made this video! I’m a singer, and I adore EXO. Love how you all broke down the syncopations, timbre, harmony, etc. So legit! Thank you again! Y’all are my heroes!!!

[@ryusinclair8706]

EXO is Trend Setter!!! I recommend "Jekyll" and "Trouble"

[@Erika-qc6uc]

Ohmygod the appreciation that Kai's vocal's deserves 💓💓💓💓

[@anzzusoda]

YES FINALLY THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE REACTION

[@nmeditz9654]

Obsession: I want you *"Those are the stalker fans"* Lmao

[@khoirinns3374]

Now as I rewatched this again and again.. I guessed that they have more serious context to explain about these two songs rather than tempo :v in tempo they're more like havin fun and giving us the easy-to-know musical analysis in it, but here -tho they're havin fun too, their analysis were way bolder and louder. And I appreciate them so so much about it, also thanks to them -I still able to enjoy it even I couldn't understand some of those explanation in details, I've learned new things :')