Singers Reaction/Review to "Avriel & The Seqoias - Quarter Past Four"

[@pearljammies]

Avi is also a beautiful human. He's known for taking tons of extra time to interact intimately with fans...like, after shows, even if the bus is leaving and everyone else is on it (and they've all either stopped to say something or waved or what have you), and fans are sort of separated from where they are, Avi will stop and express sincere regret that he can't talk to everyone individually...and he'll say something heartfelt. Or, if there is a chance to i Tera the, he'll stay the longest, take pictures with every single person, hug and connect with them all one-on-one. He's special.

[@MSKPELLEGRINO]

I think this song is about how Avi came to the decision to leave Pentatonix. Being on the road was tough and he spent many sleepless nights worrying about his family and other things. But he turned the lights off on the stage and decided to forge his own path with something that better fits his his nature. Pentatonix always filmed their first videos on a couch. So in this video, he gets up off the couch and walks away.

[@YvonneCClaes]

Sorry, but it's not. I met Avi last month after a concert in Michigan. We talked one-on-one (long story on how that happened) for about 10 minutes. I asked about social media speculation that this video had to do with him leaving Pentatonix .... six lights, six years with the group, or for six members (their producer and arranger, Ben Bram, is the unofficial sixth member of the group), etc. He said he was shocked by the speculation. He said it was about feeling anxiety (Avi mentioned he experiences anxiety) and not being able to sleep, hence the title of the song. But...."It turns out fine," meaning, it will all be OK in the end. Nope, nothing to do with PTX at all. In fact, Avi said to me, "I thought there were only four lights in the video." I said, No, there were six. LOL He was the most charming, unaffected, sweet man ... despite winning three Grammys and being so, so talented. A good man. And, I must add, he gives the BEST hugs (I got two of them)!

[@srslyboomer]

Yvonne - wow, thanks for sharing that. I'm always amazed when those of us who listen to music, read so much into a song - and then find out that the artist hadn't intended anything so deep, and is surprised by what their fans are finding. The best artists are the ones who respond with, "Wow, that's...really deep. Glad you could find so much meaning in my fluff, and I'm glad it helped you!" :)

[@JackieBorelli]

Yvonne Claes wow, thank you for sharing that - we Pentaholics sure love to speculate, don't we? I knew the song was about his anxiety, but I'm surprised it didn't necessarily have to do with PTX, especially with the couch & the lights - both the amount of them & the supposed tie-in to Light In The Hallway.

[@curvytangerine]

@Yvonne Claes: omg, thank you so much for this news. I'm really glad to hear all of that. @R Etset: I hardly think a song about anxiety attacks is "fluff" or has any lack of depth. As someone who's struggled with that my whole life, I saw the meaning in this song easily, and it's very important to me. I get what you're trying to say about people finding different meanings in music, but... come on dude, lol

[@MSKPELLEGRINO]

curvytangerine you might want to re-read the 'fluff' comment. The sentence subject was 'the best artists', not Avi or this song specifically. Many artists are often surprised (and delighted) by what we take away from their creations, even if it differs from the artists' original intent.

[@SeniorBaybee03]

What?! Crying at music is the most beautiful experience you can have!!! It means that a person's voice or a certain lyric or theme of a song touched your heart in such a powerful way that it makes you overwhelmed with emotions💗

[@kannbrown65]

It's so introspective, deep, and visually STUNNING. I don't know who does the camera work, visual design, but they are truly gifted. You should watch all of his videos.

[@autumnd8256]

Ali: "Today is a good day" lol yes, yes it is. I love that you guys can appreciate a wide variety of music. Talent is talent regardless of genre.

[@DanielFernandez-gy5mb]

This song saved my life. For real.

[@buchstabensalat8513]

I cried when I first listened to this, too. Its fine. Physically Im fine, emotionally Im bruised.

[@SeniorBaybee03]

Most of his EP is full of songs like this! The whole thing is so beautiful and calming. You should check out his video for Field and Pier!

[@sommers6224]

"Light in the Hallway" and "Standing By" both PTX originals that Avi has lead vocal. There are no official videos but there are live performances for both on KZbin. And PTX sings Light in the Hallway off mic.

[@rlhcat7662]

Wonderful reaction! This is my favorite video from Avi, so far. It says so much, but so simply. So many PTX videos have touched my heart, too. Thanks for sharing.

[@zbeamu1020]

Thank you for loving all of our Pentatonix babies. They are so talented and there is so much music out there of them both in Pentatonix and solo creators from over the last seven years it will take you awhile to get through it. I hope you enjoy this journey.

[@zbeamu1020]

Also, a lot of us believe this song is about his struggle to be in Pentatonix while at the same time wanting a normal life. He suffers from anxiety and was always away from his family, all of this took a toll on him.. He keeps repeating it turns out fine in the song because, in the end, he decides to leave the group and start on this new unknown adventure of life. Although his new path may be scary and unkown everything will turn out fine.

[@jeancaldwell233]

zbea mu Avi said in an interview, and unfortunately I don’t remember where, that this is not about leaving PTX. The number of lights don’t symbolize the years with them, or the members plus their arranger, Ben Bram. He even thought there were only four lights. If I’m remembering correctly, he wrote this song some time ago, not recently. Does anyone else remember more about this? I love your reactions! I always look forward to them.

[@srslyboomer]

RE crying - I was told a story long ago, about cultures in the Middle East that have 'tear cups', that they catch tears in. A pastor of mine, who was visiting The Holy Lands, was talking to her host-family about it, and mentioned "so you capture your tears so you can remember the person who died and your grief?" And the host corrected her - "No! Nonono - we capture our tears whenever we are moved so much that we cry. Tears of grief, yes - but also joy, or rage, or from when we listen to music or watch the sunset. Tears are a sign that you are living in the moment, and have let the wonder of creation into your heart. And we capture them, so that we are reminded of when we let ourselves feel God's gifts most fully." That has really stuck with me since. In my house, we tell our kids "we honor our tears". So - honor *your* tears - they're just a sign that you are letting yourselves be touched by the music, and are really the greatest compliment you could pay to the artists, and also to all us randos out here on the Intertubes, that you're willing to share your joy with us. Thanks so much!

[@simplyshy8412]

Y'ALL KEEP MAKING ME CRY WITH YOUR VIDEOS 😭😂

[@Midway_Midway]

It's ok, it's hard not to cry listening to Avi (in a good way, of course). Thank you so much guys for this, please chec out other Avi's song when you can :)

[@CeriddwenRising]

This song left me breathless when I first saw it, and I am so happy you loved it as well.

[@stacym735]

I play that song when I'm anxious. It's like being invited into all things warm, and comforting, and safe. And I love it with my whole heart.

[@saskia2685]

I love the raw emotion. The lyrics plus his beautiful voice ❤️

[@cassie8906]

Oops forgot to say, check out "Fields & Pier" but this is a reaction request. Kevin is featured on it and Kevin had to adjust his CELLO to meet Avi's bass. The song features the same thing that you mention - Avi's pure voice but he has a little bit where he features his Bass and it'll BLOW YOU AWAY!!! Yes, the EP is avail on iTunes and "Hey Ya" is a single that's not on the EP! Highly Recommend

[@liliagorskaia2878]

Casstastic 2014 Oooh you are so right!!

[@nicolecurren4764]

I love your reaction videos so much. Thank you! I cry when I watch all of Avi's solo work, it's beautiful, and he seems so at peace and happy. All of the members of Pentatonix are so ridiculously talented. You should see Kevin's new solo video. Equally stunning.

[@kathyf.2002]

Tears from listening to something beautiful are not wasted. They are the greatest compliment to the artist.

[@travisrussell9166]

I dont think crying to music,is a waste of tears.Its raw emotions.It means something has touched and moved your soul. We have plenty of tears.so none are a waste... Keep it up guys your doing great

[@janetjohns6923]

This entire Ep is Avi being his genuine self doing the kind of music that he loves. If you haven't already listen to the two songs that have no video. Sage and Stone, my fave and Song for the Seeker.

[@pamstroud4722]

Thank you for your reaction. It is an emotional song put out at a very emotional time.

[@rosavalderrama9213]

So I've only cried twice with a song, and one of them was Quarter Past Four definitely one of my favorites from Avi, it just have the right words when you need it. I feel you Ali, I really do

[@antoniodelrio6310]

Beautiful! Just beautiful. AVI :)

[@jonnapeterson9469]

You guys should watch Black Is The Color of My True Love's Hair by Peter Hollens and Avi Kaplan

[@LPyxel]

I second this.

[@ari.hayvice]

I third this!

[@MIBAQS]

yeeesssssss

[@sintharas1950]

I love when Songs/Voices/Lyrics bring me to tears. When it so touching. Just like Avi does on a regular basis

[@mindylafler3456]

Hi guys. This is how we are supposed to feel! Yes, his voice is still "creamy". I think this is special. I hope he can keep this coming. Joy is the BEST way to use tears. Please, understand. I have a disease which attacks the moisture producing glands in the body. It actually physically hurts to cry, so I work hard to NOT cry. But, me having been a singer, yes a beautiful soprano voice, and having lost a lot of that, I know when to stop fighting tears. I would rather use them on those perfect moments that are found in music and life. My tears are precious. ( I actually have tear duct plugs, permanent, so I keep more of my tears on the eye surface, as opposed to draining down the back of the throat. Weird, I know.) So, please do not begrudge yourself those tears of joy. You let them loose because you must. I won a car one time, and they didn't like my reaction, so in the commercial, on the radio, they had someone do a whole bunch of screaming, where me, I cried silently. They couldn't understand it. Joy, in the media, is way over done. We don't always jump and scream. We often sit back and softly cry. We are all normal. So..., Cry.. I don't think anyone minds. Thanx, Mindy

[@caramelgirl4780]

You 2 are so cute.I just love watching your videos.amazing !!

[@Laurelle74]

I just love this! I can't remember where I read about the symbolism back when it was first released, but there are several deeper themes woven in. The couch to show how PTX started with their vids. All the chaotic lights in the beginning to symbolize the group and their hectic schedule. Then Avi breaking off and walking into the forest towards a single light...it gives me goosebumps. So good (and slightly sad at the same time).

[@cassie8906]

I just finish watching your Mario/Scott reaction and you follow it with Avi's "Quarter Past Four"?!?!? I can't!! FYI - for a LOT of pentaholics/Avrielites this song is very special. It helped really solidify his mindset for leaving the group. While his personal video made it clear, this was released after and I couldn't stop crying! Not just because I understood his decision a bit better, the Pentatonix "easter eggs" (the lights & the couch) but it spoke to me (and so many people) in a personal way. Thank you again, for your continued support and reactions for this AMAZING group!!!! #itturnsoutfine

[@polythenepam6461]

Casstastic 2014 ❤️❤️❤️❤️💔

[@anonymousblah4486]

This track is from his debut solo EP titled "Sage and Stone", and my favorite track ❤, love that you guys watched this. The EP is available on itunes and other platforms, it consists of 5 tracks, all folk oriented music, and all beautiful tracks. 😍 I love that music is important to you, and you really appreciate it for what it is. I listen to some folk myself occasionally, but Avi I can listen to all day all night. His soothing tone just warms my heart and makes it heavy at the same time, it hurts! Love this being to bits!! ❤❤ He's a precious bean! ❤ PTX did a collaboration with Todrick Hall on "Wizard of Ahhs", its wonderfully put together, and in the end there is a small part of Avi singing Home and it is literally the most *beautiful* thing ever! I hope you guys watch this, and when you do, please pay close attention at the end especially. Its a treat 😊❤ Love ya'll

[@tanyanguyen3704]

Anonymous Blah sage and stone blows me away. But the emotional journey on the ep Sage and Stone, is insane. Moving from sorta a lost wandering to the healing in seeker!

[@trishab4327]

Love your reactions guys! Love that you are FEELING the music just as intensely as we are out here-- and expressing it. It is lovely-- Avi is amazing-- thank you for your honest, genuine reaction. I think tearing up during a song = the soul feeling something intrinsic and meaningful that cannot be expressed easily in words. Great guys, just great! Today is a great day lol!

[@rosavalderrama9213]

Thanks for reacting at Avi's work, I cry every single time I listen to that song, the voice, the music, the video. Ugh I just love ig

[@xoPanchitaxo]

That was BEAUTIFUL! Everything was sentimental, the music OMG with Avi voice and then the scenery! Amazing!!

[@wjlintz]

This is Avi - more Cat Stevens than NSYNC. Can anyone see him wearing a shiny uniform and dancing around the stage singing pop songs? Though he'd probably never admit, I believe he was incapable of going in the direction PTX wanted.

[@pentatonya1778]

😁The Sound of Silence. Strikes AGAIN 🙌 I love your reactions. Thank You!

[@juliestevens6931]

I love watching you guys react. To me the most powerful reactions are when you are so overcome by what you hear you don't say anything. BTW - have you guys ever reacted to something you DIDN'T like?

[@maproductions568]

Not yet!

[@powtilip]

Way in early Avi days was him singing Tumbleweed. Must listen to that

[@Tom-se1em]

Tonjia L God I'd forgotten Tumbleweed. Remember that coming out, and it's still beautiful.

[@katielapolla1440]

"Lovely Lady" from the Spaulding (sp?) Sessions is wonderful too. I really hope he redoes it and releases it.

[@powtilip]

Katie La Polla that one is good too. I agree, I'd love good him to redo and publish these both.

[@matthewdockray9745]

Cinematography in this video is outstanding

[@54wolfspider]

It seems that Avi is a true lover of the more natural things of life....family, nature and love. He has a harder time living in the unnatural man-made worries and pressures that can overwhelm a person as sensitive as he is.

[@larrywt656]

Tears can cover every emotion. You are not wasting tears on music. You are merely cleansing your soul. What else is music for but that?

[@sellyhood3391]

i heard this song like a milion times, but im still crying 😭😭

[@MDFawn]

Jeez, I absolutely love you guys and your reactions. Please react to Avi's "Sweet Adeline" also an original on his EP. Again, GREAT reaction video.

[@janetjohns6923]

Fields and Pier the first video he put out from Sage and Stone

[@cliles6764]

Tears are proof of intense emotion. Nothing wrong with that. :)

[@Laurelle74]

Kevin just released his new single/video this morning!

[@annadrian5713]

Great reaction as always😊Please, react to Fields and Pier by Avriel & The Sequoias. It sounds like a soundtrack from an epic fantasy movie to me which I love🌿 . And the video itself is very beautiful.

[@danielelders1975]

Whats happening today is you guys just watched Lost on you withs is just amazing then you watch this gem of avi no way its not getting to you

[@masamune2984]

First off, Life is Strange is a absolutely fantastic. Not since "Journey" have I randomly download a game that made me feel that much. Second, Maybe my wires are crossed, but I try and only waste tears on joy, and only solemnly reflect on pain. But to summarize, I'm new to your channel, but keep coming back because you both really seem to enjoy the music/videos to the point of not wanting to ruin it by talking during the video, which I know in some corners negates a "reaction" video, but in this case, your reaction IS your silence :)

[@JackieBorelli]

ooph, going from Lost On You to Quarter Past Four - what are you, sadists? haha

[@Sandy-be8wq]

Have you seen Avi's overtone The Lion Sleeps Tonight"?

[@polythenepam6461]

How can you not own this album yet? 😂 What are you waiting for? Get it now!

[@maproductions568]

Already bought it, dont worry, problem is, can just listen to this song so far, cause maybe were gonna react to the others :(

[@desireeculver5712]

It starts out with 5 lights and ends with one. Ptx are the 5, down to just himself!! Lovely

[@pokeyphillips9087]

Check out Respect You by Scott Hoying

[@kajhha1993]

Please react to Todrick Hall's "Over the rainbow"

[@nora.098]

😭😭

[@31bkknss]

This song is about Avi leaving Pentatonix. I think the lights going out are representative of him becoming a solo. And the light in the filed (Nature) at the end is him following his light. The couch is an homage to PTX songs on couches, but he leaves the couch for the forest. SO beautiful and yet so sad. A new beginning but also a goodbye. Makes me cry every time I listen to it. If I have been going through a time when I have been stuffing my feelings to get through things, and I need to get it all out and become a "human being" again instead of a "human doing" I play this on repeat and cry. Thanks for doing a reaction to this beautiful song. :-) BKK

[@matthewdockray9745]

Baldev Kaur Khalsa it’s not

[@Stevesrssrssrs]

That constant high pitch noise ruins this song for me!!!

[@TampaZeke]

Love, love, love Avi. Love his solo voice. Now, enough of that! PLEASE go back to Pentatonix!!! Do your solo stuff on the side.