BAND-MAID - PUZZLE X3!! - Album, Live, and Live Acoustic versions!!

This has been getting hollered at me for weeks! So I finally had the time to do it, and had access to the vids, so here it is!
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[@billmcleangunsmith]

When a language that you do not understand moves you to tears, the music is as good as it can be.

[@darkchiron]

Saiki is very good at conveying emotions in her singing and facial expressions. She's a performer extraordinaire and the band's musical compositions help out a ton.

[@jan-ovepedersen5764]

Page does that to me as well, it's something in Saiki's voice that hits me hard all the time. These songs bring me huge emotions and I can't explain why.

[@bartyslattfast]

@@jan-ovepedersen5764 Saiki seems to sing from her heart. She always gets me.

[@bartyslattfast]

@@jan-ovepedersen5764 have you seen Page live? it is amazing.

[@gaborberkes468]

Well...and never forget the genius who imagine and composed all this songs/Kanami Tono/I think her soul in a different level...But of course all members genius in they part and what makes they really a unique...the contact between all members...This song my all time favorite from the first akord when I heard first time...I just had same reaction...tears rolling on my face.I was sad happy every emotions in one time...Should everybody hear this song...

[@t-kanazawa855]

Miku's lyrics are really great. As a native speaker of Japanese, I can understand why her lyrics are so great. I feel that she is underrated in the band. But I'm pretty sure she's the fifth poet genius!

[@neilwoodley530]

Yes, Yes, Yes..Her lyrics are extraordinary. And beautiful. A truly wonderful song writer.

[@ericifune5543]

Saiki's is the voice of a pained soul. Kanami is the voice of the angel soothing that soul.

[@patrickmagrady3563]

Beautifully said.

[@t-kanazawa855]

hi! Ryan Mear I always enjoy your reactions. I'm Japanese and my English is not good. so I translated the lyrics of "PUZZLE" on Deepl and hope it helps! "Nice to meet you." I could hear the puzzle pieces falling into place. But I'm sure you don't remember. But that's fine with me In the gloomy darkness You gave me a place where light shines through With an innocent smile, you said it's okay to stay the same Even if it's a love that won't come true I don't care what number you are Hey, that's a lie. I can't see you. I don't know you. It's only painful But I want to know. I'm thirsty. I can't resist Just for now. Let it consume you. I know that if I say it out loud, I won't be able to stop And you hugged me. Out there, it's just the two of us My own wish Like a candy ball melting into sweetness I wonder if you'll disappear someday too Leaving behind only a sly glance and a scent but that's fine with me A night alone with me Where and what are you doing? Every time I think about it, I can't sleep I can't be selfish I can't just be a good boy and wait I already know the answer. I can't do it. I can't say it. I know the truth I'm not allowed to grab you I touched her gently. My fingertips were sure I felt your love. Please don't say you're sorry. Let me see your eyes avert I'm falling into a deepening wound that won't heal I'm falling into you again The lighter I don't use Glasses in a row And new clothes Don't cry I'm a shell of you I can't see the end I just want to dream Are you gonna wake up? Don't cry Let me believe I can't see, I can't know I'm in so much pain But I want to know, I crave to know I can't resist Just for now Let it consume you. I know that if I say it out loud, I won't be able to stop And you hugged me. Out there, it's just the two of us My own wish A puzzle that's falling apart Memories that can't be filled I close my eyes again I'm falling into you again

[@t-kanazawa855]

By the way, the lyrics were written by MIKU!

[@jamesredman1263]

Thank you

[@334zolo]

Great! thanks

[@nates8548]

Mincho has the voice of an Angel

[@RyanMear]

Yes!

[@nates8548]

@@RyanMear If you get a chance, listen to the acoustic Puzzle again and let it play through to acoustic Anemone. You won't be sorry. I promise. 🙂

[@geraldgetskow3420]

Having seen a couple of her videos before she joined Band-Maid and before they were pulled down, I can wholeheartedly agree.

[@madsstavang]

Puzzle is a masterpiece and Kanami is a creative genius. Yeah, wow is the only appropriate word for it.

[@tomaztruck6]

Second verse, Saiki is acting it out on her face. She is sooo underrated, at least by me when I first started listening to them. Her hands are fascinating to watch as well, maybe from her modeling days? Then she collapses on herself at the end, just brutally beautiful.

[@Gabor...hachi.juu_ichi]

Totally agree, I actually thought this brilliant album was Saiki's coming of age and Miku's lyrics helped her express herself....she really is phenomenal, wish she got as much recognition as the instrumental talents but hey, they won't care, they all just stay true to themselves and between themselves they truly care about each other.

[@sacluvsBM]

Fun fact: in Japan saying "just bring it" is considered quite rude in polite society. It is tantamount to saying go to hell here in the west. There is a lot of punk in this "impossibly hard rocking band". Sacramento loves Band-Maid.

[@sacluvsBM]

@@otobokegaijin6218 and l did not mean that. I was expressing an equivalent in impact comparison with an English phrase. I certainly did not mean to imply it translated as go to hell. Only that in certain context it would be considered a very rude statement. Thanks for letting me clear that up.

[@Mentolado17]

Kanami's backing vocals in the acoustic version give me goosebumps, just beautiful

[@hawkmoon4107]

This is the beauty you can only find in the best lyrics. "Puzzle" can be sing with anger in the original version and with sadness in the acoustic one and have a totaly different meaning for the listener. The same line will be sarcasm, or will be despair according to the way the band deliver it.

[@busser649]

When you think you're ready for the unexpected, but the unexpected isn't what you expected, that's BAND-MAID!

[@70soperator16]

These young ladies choke me up all the time.....I'm 66....so I have a grandpas view of them.....I see the dedication and sacrifice.....I see the childhood preempted by hours of practice......I see the ridicule of their peers as children often do.....although I dont know them at all.....my tears are those of a proud grandpa at their accomplishments.....sorry.....kinda mushy......but honest and true

[@joki5346]

Same age, same feelings.

[@threemonkeysk]

13:49 Crazy amount of lyrics, yeah true, but Live, Saiki has so nailed it, Puzzle done 3 ways Album - awesome. Live - died and gone to heaven. Acoustic - I can hear Angels!

[@GaryHolloway-810]

BAND-MAID are the best thing to happen since a alien race of concert venues visited Earth & decided to settle here :)

[@RyanMear]

Man....I had it backwards this WHOLE TIME!

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@RyanMear LOL. Don't worry Ryan it's "Reverse day" on Aug 17th :)

[@TomClark-Futoura]

I'm sure glad the aliens left behind nine little seeds that grew up to be four lads from Liverpool and eventually... a band of incredible Maids. 👽

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@TomClark-Futoura Very true Tom. I'm sure glad the Maids improved on the fab 4's haircuts tho :)

[@curtisrrobles7885]

@@GaryHolloway-810 👽👽👽👽👽🛸

[@mattdhorstman]

My reaction to your reaction :) 1:50 - Incubus is awesome... and you're right... I do get vibes. 3:30 - Why are your headphones backwards? Kanami = Right, Miku = Left... or am I the wrong one? 4:35 - It may be impossible to over-sell this song... 6:45 - Wait until he hears the live vocals. 11:45 - There it is... ahhhhhhhh 14:10 - Witness pure ROCK GODDESS mode... 18:10 - That first time you hear Kanami 23:08 - As if she wasn't good enough at everything else already, she's got a beautiful voice 23:35 - This bridge, where they replace the guitar solo with the vocal harmony, brings me to tears sometimes 24:45 - Totally agree, the full song expresses the anger, the acoustic version expresses the pain One of the best songs from one of the best bands in the world, reacted to by one of the best reactors on YT right now. What else is there to say.

[@BMfansince2020]

I noticed it too that for videos, Miku is on the wrong side. I just pretend I am Akane listening to the song. I think same with Take me higher reaction.

[@mahfoeth]

Nice minute report :)) 🤘🤘

[@RyanMear]

I didn't switch my headphones around!

[@RyanMear]

Hey, Matt, I really appreciate this, thanks!

[@darkchiron]

Kanami was a singer/songwriter before joining Band-Maid, so the acoustic version of Puzzle is really back to her roots. Her backing vocals on it are just so gentle and beautiful. She is a glorious woman.

[@GaryHolloway-810]

You couldn't have said that better.👍

[@bach-kw8vx]

ARIGATO for the good good choice!! In my opinion, this song of the acoustic version is the MASTERPIECE! SAIKI's voice and KANAMI's guitar are so beautiful. And the japanese lyrics by MIKU is so beautiful, and so unique.

[@xagorvangard]

I stayed up to watch this tripleheader. Puzzle is a masterpiece. All three versions are great. The acoustic version is my favorite ballad from them to date. Saiki's vocals and Kanami's harmonies just projects so much emotion. Absolutely beautiful. Thanks for the reaction Ryan. 👍

[@GaryHolloway-810]

I got my internet back 10 mins before this dropped. How lucky is that :)

[@curtisrrobles7885]

💯% true 🤙🏽

[@curtisrrobles7885]

@@GaryHolloway-810 💯% lucky 🍀

[@xagorvangard]

@@GaryHolloway-810 Very lucky indeed. You really need to do something about your internet

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@xagorvangard I know. Hey on Andrew Rooney drums "Secret My Lips", i noticed your name in the comments when he scrolled thru them. Silent shout out :)

[@Medley3000]

Puzzle is the only song where Akane never smiles and we all know she likes to smile and laugh. 😁 She is obviously genuinely touched by the song every time. 🥺

[@TreadheadA1]

Just when you think you couldn't love Kanami more, she drops her angelic vocals upon your head! The acoustic version is a wall of emotion and is a beacon to the onion cutting ninjas. Puzzle is an awesome song in all versions but, acoustic tops it for me. Love your reactions! There is no doubt about how genuine they are and your comments help those of us who have no musical experience. Looking forward to more!

[@wolfscoat6207]

Whenever I hear it I'm just short before crying. I have not heard much songs where the singer did lay her/his heart completely into the song. Puzzle is Saikis song, the acoustic version definitely. She looks beautiful in her sadness. Also a masterpice of arrangement from ( I guess ) Kanami. This girls did have already at that time the quality of a Superband. Sad that Rock is still no more that important to the most music fans. To much lalala music on the market, with only one reason...to make money for the Labels.

[@mkoose]

Word

[@jamesredman1263]

I believe the potential fans are out there. They just need to learn about the real rock that is also out there. Also I'm seeing quite a few rap people expanding their listening and beginning to appreciate it. Band-Maid's rapid increase in views and music sales shows discovery by more people. I find that very encouraging.

[@wolfscoat6207]

@@jamesredman1263 Let's hope you are right, it's true there are some signs.

[@bryanhallman8183]

The acoustic version of Smile is even more emotional.

[@jon87583]

Agree - Saiki really puts the right emotion into each performance. And the acoustic "Puzzle" here (along with Anemone in that concert) are prime examples.

[@TomClark-Futoura]

And as with me, Ryan, we have similar musical sensibilities with Kanami. I also played guitar for a few decades in rock bands and, while not overall as good as Kanami, I felt and played a certain style like her. That's one reason why I locked onto Band-Maid hard after only a few seconds of first hearing Thrill in 2014.

[@GaryHolloway-810]

I did like the way you handled that guy a while back when you told him you came from generations of musicians & playing in bands so you knew what you were talking about. Tom 1 v 0 guy :)

[@curtisrrobles7885]

❤❤❤

[@TomClark-Futoura]

@@GaryHolloway-810 Thx, Gary! But I hope my comments to Ryan don't seem like I was trying to one-up him in any way. I was sharing my story in a sea of stories why Ryan, me, you, fans and Maidiacs have found a special kind of attraction to Kanami and the Maid's type of music and playing style. I was really reacting to what Ryan tries to explain at 12:15. But I'm still ahead by one point. 🤣

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@TomClark-Futoura Lol. Tom you never try to get one up on anyone unless they deserve it. But always remember, if you're a point ahead never give it it back.😈

[@TomClark-Futoura]

@@GaryHolloway-810 The only thing I've given back at times is my dignity. 😔

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Soz Ryan i forgot to mention you're also the best thing to happen to YT for a long time. Thx for the triple reaction.👍

[@RyanMear]

Wow, man, thanks👍

[@curtisrrobles7885]

I completely agree with this

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@curtisrrobles7885 Wow Truthometer reads 100%.

[@curtisrrobles7885]

@@GaryHolloway-810 😲

[@tomaztruck6]

Same

[@snowdog5895]

Band Maid is 5 puzzle pieces that fit perfectly together to create beautiful musical landscapes! Puzzle has been my #1 Band Maid song since I first heard it. 🎶🎸🥁🎸🎶🔥🙂

[@erniezetroc]

Kanami's left hand is pretty strong. I love how she frets the low E on the acoustic with her thumb kinda like Hendrix. On Unseen World, I read she used 11's and 13's on some songs on Eb. I max out 10's on Eb, anything higher my fingers will fall off lol.

[@falagar4567]

This song gets me every time. Doesn't matter how many times I listen to it or which version. And it's just one of many.

[@tmirinazg5387]

Japanese Band-Maid fan here! I love to watch the reaction of overseas people cuz their reaction always give me new perspective and just fun to watch. (you know we Japanese tend not to express our emotion openly compering to people in other countries...) I'm not so good at English really but very impressed by your reaction, your smile and eyes. Happy to see how you love their performance and works. Even in Japan, Band-Maid haven't got enough appreciation, IMAO, so glad that Band-Maid is getting praise on KZbin from all over the world, especially musical-experienced people like you. Thank you, Ryan-san and plz take care of yourself! ✌️

[@RyanMear]

Arigato👍

[@mmm152]

100パーセント　同意　伝えてくれてありがとう　フロムジャパン I agree 100 percent Thank you for telling me From Japan.

[@jon87583]

Welcome! As a non-Japanese fan of Band-Maid (and a lot of other J-Rock artists) it is always great to get a Japanese fan's perspective. So, please feel welcome among the overseas fans! I met some fans who traveled to USA from Japan just to support Band-Maid - it showed me how music unifies people. Hope to see you at a Band-Maid show in Japan some day! 🤘🤘

[@ForestOfSleep]

Kanami taking no breaks on this song. It's like she put every single riff she could into this song. If you want to check out some songs where Miku does lead vocals try to find live versions of Rock in Me and, Time.

[@markbaker8255]

Saiki's passion in the acoustic version is gut wrenching, you can feel her pain and loneliness 💔 brings tears to this old rocker....absolutely love this band, they are going to conquer the world.

[@stups9975]

Puzzle is one song where I can’t decide which version I like better. I love all of them. And when that song comes up on my playlist .. better believe I crank it up 🤟🏻

[@jan-ovepedersen5764]

Saiki is one of the best singers in hard rock ever.

[@atldawg8642]

This right here is why I love this band. Take a song that conveys one set of emotions then flip it and take you somewhere else. Saiki showing her abilities to make you feel the song.

[@bandsublime9462]

You are absolutely right. They are a great guitar duo. Miku is awsome and her play fits their music perfectly to let Misa and Akane contribute and Saiki to shine. Mincho's modesty, very unusual for a lead guitarist/composer, is what makes this band so special. Thanks for the awesome reactions which bring me new insights. Greeting from Japan!

[@RaffaeleRussorr]

Hi Ryan, Kanami Show, in the live version i thought "hey someone go on stage and stop kanami" how genius is this girl.... riffs on different riffs, i love the part when with the mini solo she accompanies and introduces the second verse introducing the timing change with Akane, same thing with the perfect solo work with Akane, what a band this is!!! and the acoustic version...... another Kanami show and what a voice. i love all this

[@joshi_new_wave3283]

I can tell you from experience, Puzzle is a great driving song too. One where you’ll for sure be playing drums on the wheel. Great reaction, man!

[@SPERanger]

Your last comments are spot on with the lyrics. Same lyrics, but completely different moods with regular vs acoustic. Sarcastic spiteful vs just depressing despair :(

[@geraldgetskow3420]

The album/ live versions of this song are the angry side of the story. The acoustic version is the sad side of the story. An interesting dichotomy given that the lyrics don't change for either.

[@phaeron]

In their song 'Warning' they sing that nobody would ever reach perfection, and they are probably right about that. But for me, these women come damn close to it with both versions of this song. The studio/live version is nothing less than another musical work of art, and the vocal duo of Saiki & Kanami always manage to summon the onion spirits with the acoustic version, which then go crazy in my room. At this point I can understand pain fetishists a bit, because I'm only too happy to endure it every time again. :) 【 'Our rock never dies ever. Forever!' - from BAND-MAID 'Manners' 】🕊️

[@jannashesgbcnemophilafan4317]

Love this song. Kanamis constant riffs, and awesome solo. This song live, really shows the whole Maid feel. Not just the outfits. The chandeliers, light stands, video boards all add to the theme. Very emotional, beautiful song. Kanami and Raikei awesome together. Kanamis tones are awesome.

[@savitrisdisciple]

Thank you Ryan for this reaction, love how you pointed out the difference in the vocal nuance between the electric and the acoustic. Saiki's delivery is emotionally brilliant in both. What poignant lyrics by Miku. What great composition by Kanami. What beautiful harmonies by Miku, and Kanami. The engine room drive of MISA and Akane. Puzzle is just one more Band-Maid song that I love. And to watch someone else enjoy the music I love is a great gift, so thank you once more

[@jamesredman1263]

Brilliant to do all three of these versions. Eyes are moist for the acoustic every time. Saiki is a true soulful artist, as is Kanami. An acoustic version of Anemone followed this. Also awesome of course. And: Kanami's exquisite sounding acoustic on Puzzle here is a K. Yairi SJY13H Steve Hicks Custom Electro-Acoustic. K. Yairi is Kazuo Yairi, who I believe was associated with Alvarez at one time. Gorgeous sounding guitar, phenomenal artist playing it, heartrending vocals... this gets to me every time.

[@RyanMear]

On a previous video, I noticed she was playing an Alvarez Yairi and went all stupid about it. I worked in a music store for a bit and they had them. Best sounding acoustic guitar I've ever played. So Yairi continued on without Alvarez?? Interesting

[@stickerred]

Band-Maid potential is unlimited. They're gems with different colors. Of course I love Kanami, her solos, performance and music let me believe in her mind very lonely. Talent and artists are always introverts.

[@realdocloco]

One of the band member mentioned in an interview that two B-M members have perfect pitch - Kanami is one (Misa could be the other one). This could somewhat explain why her vocal harmonies are so perfect here.

[@Hethern]

Without a doubt my favorite Band Maid song, the solo gives me chills every time I hear it!!

[@peterl9119]

Among all the Band-Maid reaction videos I've watched. (Trust me, I've watched them all) This reaction is by far my favourite. I was hit with so much emotion by the end of this video, not only because of Saiki and Kanami but also because of you. I appreciate so much your professional expertise in music and to see that Band-Maid had also made an impact on you too. That really means a lot to me. Thank you for sharing your knowledge in music and I'll look forward to your next video. Just subscribed and I will be checking out your music next.

[@RyanMear]

Thank you very much

[@334zolo]

i totaly agree with everything you just said =)

[@garylai363]

Hi Ryan, I’m fairly new to the Band-Maid pigeon hole but I’ve seen a lot of reactions now and I enjoy yours. You don’t need to feel bad about saying your musical tastes align with Kanami’s, and how you see things the way she does. You’re both musicians, and she has said that she wants to make the music she likes, and you can tell it aligns with your tastes. She’s a music geek and so are you, which is really cool to see from the perspective of a non musician like myself. Band-Maid is wonderful because they can write music that a surface level appreciator like myself can enjoy with their riffs, hooks, catchy choruses, energy, fun performances, etc, but also for trained musicians like yourself who can appreciate the finer details as well, like the songwriting, layering of instruments, transitions, creativity, etc.

[@RyanMear]

Thank you

[@SilentChaos15]

This is one of their best songs still for me. Heavy, catchy, progressive, dynamic. All the versions are awesome. Also right there with this song is Matchless Gum which was a non album track that came on the YOLO single.

[@334zolo]

What a treat to get this a sundaymorning! Im just gonna say that i loved the reaction, before ive even seen it Haha! Again, love ur reactions!

[@melocitysolo9574]

The live video of "Puzzle" at Studio Coast is in the zone. All the band members are completely immersed in the world of this song. It's a perfect representation of the world of Miku's lyrics, namely the emptiness and anger that she feels. It gives me goosebumps no matter how many times I watch it. My favorite scenes : 10:42 Back view of Miku earnestly trying to set the tempo for the backing. 14:32 Akane's emotional drumming and her facial expression express the world of this song.

[@davidtsang4949]

My absolutely favorite song of theirs! It's a wonderfully busy song. Kanami is just nonstop in this song and the live version sounds even better!

[@Slippy6582]

I knew this is gonna blow you away... Especially with the acoustic version right after the live version, it´s just mindblowing how Kanami creates music. I like to think that the acoustic version is the music she wrote the "naked" song and afterwards she added all the other instruments, lyrics (from MIKU) etc. It´s a rainbow of music, so many different colors, moods, riffs, feelings and paces, i LOVE this song so much, it´s beautiful. I adore Kanami, because for me she is an songwriter that stands out big time. She is so open-minded and doesn´t give her writing any restrictions, a lot of ppl trying to stay "true" to themselves or their genre and that sets limits... Kanami is just feeling it and goes to wherever she wants! Thanks for your reaction, not so much about technical stuff this time, just a pure reaction and i really appreciate it, this song needs your attention and emotion :) Greetings from Germany

[@airlinesecret6725]

This is why Maidiacs are legally obliged not to recommend 'Puzzle' as a reactors first listen to BAND-MAID, as it can be to much and to dangerous emotionally !

[@curtisrrobles7885]

Very true 🤙🏼

[@JuanSan66]

Fantastic job sir, at the height of the masterpiece that this band of brave tiny smart and talented women has built. Puzzle is an overwhelming composition where, at all times, the listener is literally struck by a musical wave. Layers and more layers, like tides, of amazing music. Well, that was not enough for their creators, deciding to bring the monster to life in the live performance. In my life I have seen nothing like that. Puzzle acoustic is like taming that dragon only based on beauty and subtlety. This is the best rock band of this century and these girls can achieve anything they set their minds to, World Domination included. Thank you very much for this time, it has been excellent.

[@kaazan1]

The attack of Puzzle in concert is like a zunami that comes at you, Misa and Akane kill you, you feel them inside your body. Few band-Maid songs start out as powerful.

[@markmathewssgbcpenaltyboxs6389]

Love this song! Love the acoustic because it really shows how beautiful Saiki's voice is and get to hear Kanamincho's soft, beautiful voice as well. Thank you for reacting to these videos.

[@philcalvino884]

Excellent idea to go through all three - think you are the first to do it, and it was great to get your take on all of them.

[@Big_Al_63]

Dude, I am 59, musically my favorite band of all time.......The Beatles. I was a teen in the 70s so I grew up with Van Halen, Aerosmith, Boston, ELO, Rush and AC/DC. I just discovered Band-Maid last month. I am burning through all of their videos here like a hot knife through butter. They are now my favorite contemporary band. Hands down!

[@RyanMear]

I have heard this so many times, it's amazing every time!

[@RyanMear]

You are in for a great ride

[@K.H.D710]

Triple Puzzle😍 What a treat! Ty, Mr. Mear👍👏👏👏👍😊

[@mr.bluebird6544]

This may be my #1 Band Maid song, especially the live version. It's the little things, Miku bobbing to the rhythm, Kanami dancing with her guitar and that look on Akane's face as the tempo of the song builds. Perfect performance of a beautiful and complex song.

[@KMASCII]

Yeah, the first time I heard Puzzle live I was thinking this kid (Saiki) was born with a marathon runner's lung capacity. But Puzzle has an epic feel from them all though.

[@cembor]

I just want to tell you how much JOY I got from watching you hearing Puzzle for the first time. I legit was grinning so hard and wiping tears. Why? Because I knew just how much you would love this song based on your other reactions. And yeah, the feel of the lyrics changes along with the feel of the music in this song. Saikis delivery helps with that feel as well. Great reaction, loved it. So happy that you finally got to this point. :)

[@randymcmillen647]

Now I don't have to rewind "Puzzle" three times to hear it three times. Now I can rewind it once, and hear it six times! Thank you and God bless you, po!

[@roberttoomey6157]

The Maids are legitimately the best band in the world 🌎.

[@AntonioMellor]

The song has lyrics that really match the acoustic version.

[@dexterplant778]

What can you say? Band Maid once again produced a master's class in layering instruments with vocals from another dimension.

[@lurkmerchant]

Wow. I can't ask for better reaction from anyone else on this song. I got a bit emotional from the way you really immersed yourself into this song and looks like you really felt the song. Thank you Ryan.

[@RA57727]

This was a fantastic idea for a reaction video. Examining the CD recording followed by the two videos. But truthfully after the acoustic version you just need a little time - wow. I wish Band-Maid would release some their acoustic recordings on a CD. Thanks again

[@arsnlin]

Let this be here (the lyrics):- When you said “Nice to meet you.”, It’s like hearing a puzzle piece fell into place. Although I certainly don’t remember but that’s fine with me. You’ve given my light a place, Amidst the melancholic darkness. Don’t ever lose that innocent smile, Even if my love will render futile. I don’t mind how you prioritize me. Hey…those are just lies. I can’t see nor know, All I feel is pain. But I long for the truth, So I can’t just resist it. Just for the meantime, Go and get encroached. There’s no stopping once I voice out Knowing that, you embraced her. It won’t hurt for you two to go outside. That’s only my wish. Like sweetly melting candy, Someday you’ll disappear, too. Your sneaky stare and scent will only remain. but that’s fine with me. On this lonesome night, I wonder where are you and what’re you doing? The harder I think about it, the more I can’t sleep. I can’t say that’s selfish, Since such a good girl is waiting for you. The answer should obvious by now. I can’t do it or even say it, Actually I know That holding isn’t permitted. But you softly touched me With your finger, no doubt about it. I felt love along with it, So don’t do things like apologize. Do enchant me and I will avert my eyes. I’m addicted to this incurable wound as it deepens more. I’m still falling for you. Useless lighters, The lined up glasses, The new clothes, Don’t cry, those are your remnants. I can’t see the end to it, All I want is to dream of you. Will I ever wake up? Don’t cry, let me believe in them. I can’t see nor know, All I feel is pain. But I long for the truth, So I can’t just resist it. Just for the meantime, Go and get encroached. There’s no stopping once I voice out Knowing that, you embraced her. It won’t hurt for you two to go outside. That’s only my wish. The puzzle is crumbling, It’s like the memories won’t go away. My eyes are still closed. I’m still falling for you.

[@geraldgetskow3420]

Miku is an absolute treasure and genius when it comes to her writing

[@remmy2000]

Wow!! My mind is puzzled😲

[@jamesredman1263]

Thank you

[@palominokid3002]

I've not heard such a brilliant composer + lyricist pairing since the days of Lennon & McCartney, or Elton John and Bernie Taupin. Tono & Kobato can rightfully take their place along side the legends of modern songwriting, we are in the presence of genius with these two !

[@MSIContent]

WTF! I just cried again when I hit the last line!!! Miku really has an old soul.

[@etoineschrdlu9382]

The "Just Bring It" album art is perfect Band-Maid. Sweet young ladies sharing an intimate moment, but then the full moon and the tablecloth form a death's head skull. The inconguent "Gap" of metal and maids. It's no wonder they toured that year using it as their logo. I love all their music, but the electric version of "Puzzle" is the song that makes want to turn the volume to eleven. The acoustic version is the version that makes me reach the box of tissues. Band-Maid is unique.

[@_DriveTime]

Great video. I can't really express how much I love this song, so I'll just point out some minutiae. The little music box like tune that is playing before the acoustic version is the melody of their song Anemone which they play an acoustic version of right after Puzzle. So for the people who know the Band-Maid catalog, it was both foreshadowing and a little bit of a fake out because they played Puzzle first.

[@RyanMear]

Oh, thanks, I haven't listened to Anemone yet, so I didn't get that.

[@domker]

It's amazing how the same song "in three different flavors" can evoke so many emotions. Thank you for reacting.

[@PaulEngineer]

Saw it, heard it, felt it. Talent, skill, presence and emotion in the performance. Respect in the reaction. Great show all around.

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Thx Paul i really don't deserve so much prais....Oh riiiight, you were talking about BAND-MAID.😏

[@PaulEngineer]

@@GaryHolloway-810 I did say 'all round'! The community gets some small credit for this coming about, but the talent was on show!

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@PaulEngineer It's true, & we make sure we big up that talent :)

[@Bekka_Noyb]

Live version is one of my top 10 Band Maid songs! ♥

[@joeking6763]

I always get a kick out of this album cover! Right up BAND MAIDS alley with the different way of looking at the cover and the look and sound of the band. MIKU says about KANAMI " If she holds the guitar she becomes aggressive." KANAMI says "I am told by many people that they thought I change on stage" Pete Townsend talks about being in the zone while playing on stage and not paying attention to anything else going on. This is why he kicked the police officer off the stage while he was playing. Police officer wanted him to know that there was a fire. The lead in music box sound is to let the audience know that they should be quiet. It is actually much longer on the video - thanks for cutting it down. I think - based on previous interviews and comments by KANAMI - that this is what the songs start as. Piano or acoustic guitar and then MISA and AKANE add their parts in and build on it from something like this. KANAMI states "When I compose, I don’t think much about the effects. I use it to enhance the songs I've already written live." I agree - The tone of the music dictates the intent of the lyrics. Example: Puzzle as an acoustic song is sad and depressed view - Puzzle as hard rock electric is mad and somewhat vengeful in attitude. Same song same lyrics two different viewpoints from the same person!

[@lordvorador5735]

Puzzle(live) is my all time favorite Band-Maid song/performance, it was the second song I heard from them 3 or so years ago, & I've been hooked since. Whenever I've been asked which live I like best, I've always said both... for very similar reasons that you gave. Puzzle electric is the anger & hurt, Puzzle acoustic is the pain & despair. Thanks man for finally reviewing this masterpiece, & doing it right with the triple reaction. 👍

[@ichichu]

This will always be my favorite Band-Maid song!

[@ToObs75]

This song and the different versions are what cemented Band-Maid as my personal favourite band. I think it was the 3rd song I ever heard from them, right after 'Thrill' and 'Dice'. What could you even add to this song to make it any better!? The composition, the lyrics, the voices, the sound of the instruments, the sheer creativity... And then you hear the acoustic. The first chord of the guitar comes in and just HITS you deep, deep inside. The same song, but oh so different. The first time I heard Kanami's gentle voice in this... My God, tears forming instantly. She is radiating soul!!

[@nem447]

They are both good in their own unique way, they kicked butt with the full band live, but the slowed down acoustic makes it a different song.

[@fedogma8407]

If a tear doesn't come to your eyes during the acoustic "Puzzle" then you are a person with no emotions. All three versions are masterpieces.

[@philproffitt8363]

You gotta be glassy-eyed to pass the Turing Test :-)

[@jamesredman1263]

Every. Time.

[@jan-ovepedersen5764]

I get goosebumps all over my body and my hair raises on my head from listening to the acoustic version of Puzzle

[@yang-it-yin7002]

Great Review & Recation of what still is my favorite Band-Maid track, in all versions and variations. With this Band that's not an easy choice, it becomes like choosing your favorite kid. Nonetheless, Puzzle is the favorite kid. I must have heard this song hundreds of times and I still want to play it again, and again. I'm afraid that is a sure sign of an addict. If you are going to have an addiction then this is the one to have. The song is so good that what can you say when the music says it all. Kanami has to be an alien. She probably is the most anonymous basdass Rock Star on the planet if the public only knew.

[@thunderchild7137]

Puzzle (both versions or at least one) should be required at every live performance. The anger and betrayal felt in the electric version. The self blame and desperation of the acoustic version. Not many can go to these extremes with the same song like that. Let alone make each one a masterpiece. This was the first time I truly saw their musical depth. Not just a great rock band, a band for the ages.

[@adilsonfernando1754]

Ryan, Saiki's voice was touched by the angels, Kudos from Brazil.

[@baddhorsie8318]

Miku's lyrics, Saiki's emotional vocals as if she is in the moment and Kanami's beautiful voice and guitar tying it all together .... Puzzle/ Anemone is perfection

[@bm4-life]

Was about to go to sleep then I seen this posted 25 minutes I gotta watch this. 😊 _(Sleeping is overrated)_ 18:08 _(and yea _*_Kanami_*_ sings what a beautiful voice)_

[@EM-vh6nj]

Presently watching your reaction for the second time. First heard of them this past March. Already one of my all time favourite bands. No hype. They're legit. You seem to be as enamored with them as I am. This song, all versions, gets better with each listen. I recommend you listen to Anenome. It's another acoustic song which comes right after the Puzzle acoustic version. Another fun reaction Ryan. Cheers from Canada

[@Space_Ranger]

The whole album is amazing. Possibly my favorite. Id love a live meet up between you and Wave Potter. You are both musicians and doing great reactions to Band-Maid! He even just did a cover of Onset.

[@shamalamadingdong5718]

I had a lot to say while you were watching the other two versions but I completely forgot what it was when you watched the acoustic version. The first time I watched it I stopped breathing when Kanami started singing. The whole performance is just breathtaking and beautiful. I just want to say that when I watch a lot of reactors I just kind of watch and it has little effect on me and they kind of sterilize it with overanalysis. I kind of had the same reaction I had the first time while watching you. My eyes started leaking because you just kind of sat back and absorbed it. That was a real reaction. Sometimes there isn't a whole lot that can be said. Respect ✊

[@RyanMear]

Sometimes I know when to shut the fuck up😉 Thanks

[@paullow3377]

I think in one of their interviews, Kanami mentioned that she actually compose songs in a slower tempo and then speeds them up to achieve the hard rock sound. It's no surprise that many of her tunes can be played slow. However, it's not like we get to hear her original compositions often so it's still a big treat for us fans whenever they play the acoustic versions.

[@elesiobuccat3951]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and analysis on Puzzle. I agree with how you described the full band version as being epic and the acoustic as being beautiful. I never get tired of listening to either version. You don't need to understand the lyrics to it because BM's performance evokes that feeling of yearning, pain and loneliness thru the music. I don't know how but Puzzle just moves me the most out of all of their songs so far.

[@davidtollefson8411]

The accoustic version of Puzzle is completely breathtaking.

[@DaElfer]

i remember one reactor wondering why kanami was playing the rift from the chorus during the verse and wondering what she would do during the next chorus. lol

[@teuchterloon9130]

"Wow" is right. The acoustic is by far my favourite version of this song. It's hauntingly beautiful. You need to get watching a full concert though, man. I'm scared you'll have everything spoiled for you

[@lonniekramlich6241]

Aaaaaaah, puzzle........one version rocks out, the other......brings you tears😎

[@daimyoj9266]

This song is absolute gold in all of its forms... The heaviness of the live version vs the stripped back beauty of the acoustic version, it's really quite something. Thank you for reacting to one of my favourite Band Maid songs. 🔥🖤

[@roberttoomey6157]

SiKi is my favorite vocalist in the 🌎. Over the the last couple years of listening to her beautiful vocals she has won me over to her .

[@davids9445]

Love this song and the acoustic version is just so beautiful.

[@LS-uv9gg]

Auugh. As many times as I have listened to/watched this video, I still tear up every single time.

[@kent-oveprestberg3578]

Puzzle.....on the Top-5 List. It's THAT good!🙂👍🏻

[@ronoda]

What's up Kent... We are always here for a Puzzle reaction lol... Sweden doing great with Covid.. Non-issue now.. Stay safe have a nice weekend

[@kent-oveprestberg3578]

@@ronoda. Hey Ron🙌🙂. I have a good immune system. I will never take the jab. Band-Maid has always puzzled me, but always in a good magical way.

[@ronoda]

@@kent-oveprestberg3578 Cheers, Amigo!! 🍻🥂

[@kanamispick5368]

Thanks for this. Your best reaction to Band-Maid yet.