SYSTEM OF A DOWN - Chop Suey! | Vocal Coach Reaction (& Analysis) | Jennifer Glatzhofer

[@alexandrelin120]

He does both the shouting and whispering live, pretty impressive

[@protoindoeuropean]

His voice is shot these days sadly

[@prodigy84bg]

@@protoindoeuropean I think it's more about his choice of vocal style (which he started changing almost 20 years ago) rather than him being truly unable to sing like before.

[@VoidHxnter]

@@protoindoeuropeanYou can tell he’s not using the proper technique, which definitely adds to the uniqueness of his vocals. Dude sacrificed his voice to put out bangers.

[@pedroserretcardoso1124]

@@protoindoeuropean humans when they realize voice changes with age and time 😱

[@protoindoeuropean]

@@pedroserretcardoso1124 commenters when they finally understand sarcasm and have to respond rudely with it 🤓😯

[@BuzzaB77]

Armenian folk + Metal + Rick Ruben = Legendry art

[@TheSyncos]

Oh boy, Serj and Daron's harmonies are fantastic. I'm sure I said this on the last one, but you should check out one of the tracks in their later albums when they perfected that sound. "Question!" "Hypnotize" "Holy Mountains" "Soldier Side" are all good choices.

[@nicolasbarreto8678]

Spider is amazing too

[@5foot2eyesofblue13]

I was going to suggest all of those hahaha good picks my dude!

[@jrpg0630]

Not anymore :(

[@VoidHxnter]

A lot of bands are afraid to make that clashing sound, but when used correctly they are great.

[@nadine8742]

YES PLEASE! Soldier Side or Questions are so underrated! Or lost in Hollywood!

[@johnrojo3805]

if you haven't done it yet, you should react to their song aerials

[@Soundtracks92]

Yessss

[@soundsannin1870]

Not interested in listening to 15 minutes of talking. 5 minutes would suffice. Even with edits way too much of the song gets killed.

[@wheatthicks]

@@soundsannin1870ok keep us updated

[@AnotherFacelessDigitalNoOne]

Preach that gospel. I'm just happy to hear a generation get onto it

[@crickitobs]

​@@soundsannin1870The entire point is the analysis, if you wanted to hear the song in its entirety just go to it. Plus she'd get knocked by copyright if she listened to it straight through.

[@johnjohn37371]

SOAD is one of those bands that we all loved, but didn't quite appreciate the way we should have...I had all the CD's, went to the concerts, etc. but I honestly don't think that I ever realized just how special they were until after they were gone...great reaction.

[@TheSyncos]

I was lucky enough to see them in 2014 when they did something like a 6 show tour together. Still probably the best show I've ever seen.

[@Vittrich]

I agree. I remember the year "Steal this Album" came out. My parents had a little garden with a hut near the Forest 3-4 km outside of our village, and in the christmas holidays 3 friends and i(we all were between 16 and 18) walked there every evening, freezing our asses off, listening to Toxicity and Steal this Album up and down every day for like 4 weeks, jugging some beers in the candle light and singing along and burning through countless batteries on a portable CD Player. Those were a simple, but the best time back then. Some time later i actually met a girl because of Mezmerize, when i was blasting BYOB so loud on my Minidisc Player that the busdriver kicked me out after people complained and while i was pretty embarassed, she actually got off the bus laughing and asking if we can listen together. married since 12 years now. i really connect some of the best moments in my life with SoaD.

[@johnjohn37371]

@@Vittrich That's a tremendous story!... Congrats...

[@jmarth523]

Totally agree. I enjoyed them back in the day, but now that time has gone on they have really solidified as a very legendary and unique band that I wish had invested more of myself into then

[@aaronvanzile3824]

Truly a generational talent.

[@T.R.75]

Serj is the GOAT

[@billyblackman9996]

“Question” I think you’ll love it!

[@abeldiaz3877]

This one's a classic. It's a very surprising song in many aspects and you nailed your analysis as always. Great reaction, too. Have a nice weekend ❤

[@charsol2389]

I like BYOB, it's got an interesting and unusual structure too and the lyrics are very topical (though political as a lot of their songs are). It's very catchy too.

[@MikaTarkela]

That last part hits so hard. Beautiful melodies!

[@Polyphemus89]

They’ve said this song is about how people are perceived more based on how they die than on how they lived, especially if it’s a “shameful” way like suicide or an overdose. The original title was just Suicide, but the label wouldn’t let them use it so they chopped suicide in half, hence Chop Suey. Them eating Chinese food in the video was kind of an fu to the studio. The verse lyrics are references to the daily thought processes of a suicidal/addicted person.

[@truthsearcher6450]

Good job I checked the comments, there would have been an identical one to yours had I not. Nice one.

[@brunocallado5196]

Jen, you're just the best: "This drum kit looks insane... which is fun". Haha

[@Maxwellish]

their vocals work so well together, i’d recommend checking out ‘Question!’ or ’Hypnotize’ from them

[@bluntoza]

B.Y.O.B. is a must hear for everyone getting into S.O.A.D.

[@Matyek]

Now I'm gonna think "AUNTIE!" in my head everytime I listen to this song, thanks! 😅 I really enjoyed this analysis as well.

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

😂🙈

[@rome8180]

The idea of him screaming "Auntie" made me laugh a lot.

[@milesyager2903]

You are the very best at what you do. Your reactions are always entertaining without being repetitive and silly. You don’t throw pens or walk away from the screen… or repeatedly say, “I’m not ready”. Your reactions are also educational without being boring and overbearing. You let us know what they are doing vocally and how it affects the song. You are always so fun to watch and I am so thankful you create what you do. It always makes me smile. Thanks again.

[@gabrielp9646]

Really..?? She´s LITERALLY the WORST music related reactor Ive ever, EVER encountered, to me.. And Im not trying to start an argument here, or trying to discuss who´s right.. Just saying how curious the human brain is. You think she´s the best at what she does, when I struggle to imagine how someone can even watch a video of hers without getting furious xD

[@milesyager2903]

@@gabrielp9646 that’s the beauty of it. Everyone is different and we can look at the same thing and have two totally different takeaways. It is ok that we don’t agree. I know that’s a crazy idea for this day and age…. Where two people can disagree and not hate each other or fight…. But your opinion is as right as mine…. They are just different. Keep rocking out!!

[@axelbruv]

@@gabrielp9646 I feel like you watched a completely different video to me.

[@daver18qc]

"Spiders" and/or "Questions!" would make great choices for next vocals reactions :)

[@mswitch936]

With these two videos you have brought me back to middle school me. And I somehow still have the words in memory. So strange but I thank you for bringing this back into life

[@Donegal62]

I really enjoy your enthusiasm Jen. Great reaction. Thanks for sharing.

[@jamellelangfordiii3586]

13:28 I am in this video!

[@lihiko3891]

Which one are you?

[@McM-u2u]

That last part was put in while they were recording this, they felt like they needed something else, so the producer Paul rubins suggested they open the Bible and just pick a verse, and that's what verse they landed on.

[@capstan50g]

Hi Jen! This is my favorite SOAD song. It really does take the listener on a journey. I also like that the band is asking serious questions about real issues. Serj's voice has a very conversational style at times, which draws the listener in. I love their harmonies as well. Great reaction! Hey, I thought I'd mention that Angelina Jordan's new EP is out. I'll recommend Now I'm The Fool, but only because it has a music video. All the songs are fire and available from Angelina's official site. If you don't mind no video, check Good In Goodbyes instead for some Motown icing on the cake.

[@az-fy3mp]

the thing is i found daron's voice (the crazy guitarist) to be very unique and somehow addictive. daron's singing as the main vocal in the song "lost in hollywood" is somehow very soothing and very interesting to me, and i think that he's a very good singer too. a proper singer. and that song "lost in hollywood" is probably my favourite song even though it does't have it's own music video. you should check out that track. very interesting vocal there.

[@johnpittsii7524]

Hi Jennifer hope you are having an great and awesome weekend ❤

[@richarddebruin]

Sugar, B.Y.O.B, Question! are good choices

[@RenzoZambrano]

Hello Jennifer, Great analysis as usual, I´m glad you are reacting to this heavy (punk) music. I would love for you to react to their song called Aerials and you would appreciate more Serj Tankian (System of a Down vocalist) voice. It´s my favorite song from their Toxicity album and more calmy song than Toxicity and Chop Suey

[@Bunny99s]

You should also check out the accoustic duet with his father doing an armenian song called Bari Arakeel ( eOkRCR40sqU ). Their harmonics are awesome.

[@suevillarreal9315]

Hi Jen! Like I've said before, you are so good at R&As that you can analyze ALL types of music. Although not my usual genre, I say, interesting dynamics. 😳 Have a wonderful day! 😁😎

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Thank you!!

[@rome8180]

I suggest "B.Y.O.B" next. A couple of my other favorite vocal coaching channels have done it recently and loved it.

[@Neorigg]

Please do SOAD - Question! it has crazy vocal harmonies and crazy vocals in general!

[@justaguyfromeurope]

*SPIDERS* is an absolute must!

[@matheumendez6258]

Brief explanation This, like most SOAD songs, always has a deep message. Let's define the premise, starting from the look of the song is based on L0s Angeles, the Armenian band members and various lines of music depict the Armenian way of life and also Los Angeles being the biggest Armenian community outside Armenia. Then the song speaks strongly about the roots band Armenians. Toxicity according to band member Daron Malakian is on Deficit Disorder of attention. But the metaphor can be extended to the letter I think it has a very deep meaning. Now the line " conversion software 7.0 version" parodies the forced release of AOL version 7.0 in 2001 where it was essential everyone to update. The members are trying to convey that we are being controlled by corporations that force us to make these changes and updates by cause of their profits. The second line, which says look at life through the eyes of a hub tired, exemplifies the narrow mindset of people who do not see the general picture of corporate greed and still continue to do what they are doing. Now, eating seeds for Armenians is LITERALLY an activity of hobby. I heard that in Armenia the most men are on the streets, without job, spending time eating sunflower seeds... it's everywhere place. It is said that even in the USA you can see the trail of sunflower seeds leading to Armenians (specifically Armenians who came from Armenia). You have clutter - There is a lot of clutter in Armenia. There are no jobs, the police are corrupt, the government is linked to the mafia and the protesters are brutalized. People in Armenia are apathetic, hopeless and gave up to some extent. the USA is like paradise compared to Armenia... Sacred silence and sleep - With the lack of jobs and the field going to the dogs, have something to pass the time (like eating sunflower seeds) is ideal. The silence Run because no one is really, genuinely happy; so the silence is created. People have nothing better to do to do than eat sunflower seeds and sleep to pass the time. Daydreams of lanterns trapped in headlights a truck." He's talking about someone fall asleep at the wheel of a car and get into Traffic. The driver collides with a truck because, in a dream, he saw the truck headlights how can lsso mean technology is numbing our sense of reality (and that we are constantly stuck in a state between silence and sleep?), or it could just be a example of the disorder that is happening around us. are stuck in technology instead of helping and helping people in Armenia who suffered as a genocide. This talks about wealthy Armenians in America doing nothing for genocide-ravaged Armenia. war. In short, it's about your content. poisonous. Your level of toxicity. But toxicity does not necessarily mean the toxicity of a person, can be the city toxicity. Or the toxicity of one nation. The toxicity of a speech. AND just the general toxicity that's in the involving in general. Hope this helps

[@mdinnen5930]

You're talking about "Toxicity" which this person also has a video reaction of. But this song is "Chop Suey." I'd encourage you to post what you wrote here on her reaction to "Toxicity" because I definitely learned stuff from what you posted here that I didn't know, thank you.

[@staceycall3108]

Spiders!!!!! Is beautiful and his voice is amazing!!

[@JackRazz1]

Serj has such a wide arsenal of vocal tricks that he can do to enhance an already impressive voice. In this song alone we saw him pull off a few quick vocal riffs, growls, a cry, a whine, and being able to alternate his mouth position to work different vowel changes - which they did a few times. I always enjoy his harmonies with Daron (guitarist). Daron does a great job hitting those higher sections in the harmonies, and I get a kick out of SOAD newbies thinking aloud "They don't look like they should sound like that." Thanks for another wonderful review, Jen! :)

[@alodex7able]

I'm new, but please do "streamline" there is no video, studio version is good. But i think this song really encapsulates these guys just as much as their bangers. Trust me

[@BasilOnatopp]

"I'm Not a Fan" is REALLY good!

[@momohirai7324]

Pretty as always Jen 😍🥰 keep it up 🤘🏼

[@Drageara]

Aerials, boyb so many choices so many good songs

[@Nova2bodhi]

Serj was a professional opera singer so his vocals varies which I love

[@nyarlt2d]

Great reaction, perfect balance of analysis and appreciation.

[@Soundtracks92]

Loved your analysis! You should definitely react to more of their songs! I highly recommend Aerials next 😊

[@rgg6383]

You should listen to Question! by them. That song probably has the most beautiful and emotional harmonies by Serj and Damian and Serj vocals are crazy on that song

[@domas60]

lovely reaction as always...)

[@Rob_Infinity3]

My 3 SOAD recommendations: - Sugar - Spiders - Lonely Day

[@UberDurable]

Certainly one of most intense songs out there!

[@brandontolman7812]

👍👏gotta give Jinjer another look

[@JayKughan]

Love your analysis. It's my 1st time here. Looking forward to more KZbin recommendations from your channel 🙏 Maybe end with a summary of your analysis / final thoughts. As it stands, your outro is lackluster AF. Always remember: People subscribe to your channel because of "YOU"! Your POV is why we're here. Thrive on that! Best wishes.. hope to see you soon. TC..

[@amybabb4013]

Hey there. I’m new to your videos but I love them so far! I’m a pentaholic so I got here through them. I love that you react to a variety of genres. That’s so cool! I would love to recommend Boygenius. Specifically their songs Salt in the Wound and $20. In both songs, Phoebe Bridgers does this incredible on-key scream that just gives me shivers. I’d love to hear what you think.

[@daysofcarnivore]

"why have you forsaken me?!" Gets me every time

[@the_crisp9]

I wait patiently for the day that Jennifer analyzes the vocals of Maynard James Keenan in TOOL. Possibly The Pot of Vicarious to start for clarity of the voice track.

[@robertzomb]

the other guitarist adds in backing vocals which contribute to the harmonies, it’s not just serj’s voice layered over itself :)

[@Humdebel]

Why I didn't know you before? You are so fucking funny, I love it!

[@SCUZZI87]

Def do aerials next!

[@takumiwoolcock938]

the song called "questions!" by them is rly good for a bunch of different vocal techniques

[@anthonyholroyd5359]

So - as a musical theater performer i am sure you can truly appreciate Serj and his amazing vocal abilities. My mother is a classically trained singing teacher, so getting her to appreciate things like this is a little more difficult. She certainly did not appreciate me playing stuff like this as a teenager 😅 But i do think bands like SOAD are exactly how to get people who care about vocal performance and dramatic/ theatrical performance into metal music. Serj can combine classical lyrical vocals, harsh metal vocals and traditional Caucasian/Armenian folk vocal styles with ease. He is probably joint equal with Slipknots Corey Taylor (though quite different) regarding the best 90s/'nu metal' vocalists.

[@saschast.3871]

Uhhh that´s a very cool song. I was at the condert in Colonge that´s was ... i don´t .. it was so cool to bee there ( i will never forgot this Concert in my life) daren has a so much cool co voice XD

[@samanthas2280]

One song to check out is "Lonely Day." Darren, usually back up vocals, really gets to shine. And the song is just gorgeous and easier for us ladies to sing along with (the curse of being a high soprano and a metal fan!).

[@ujikaloerv4]

If you want your jaw dropped by both vocal and instrumental performance, check Dragonforce. Songs I’d recommend are: Fury of the Storm Three Hammers Cry Thunder And all the rest basically

[@akifinner2938]

6:35 🤣🤣 I literally laughed out loud 🤣 You really need to analyze BYOB as soon as possible 😅. Love your work 🥰

[@StaffanNilsson1]

"AUNTIE!" hahaha thank you for that laugh!

[@Gerardo-lt4qo]

You were right, I was very much tempted to just go watch the video instead. But I stuck with it and watched your reaction.

[@Bougieee]

You should react to the orchestra version of Serj's single "Honking Antilope" and stand in awe of his magnificent voice.

[@abwesendesrica7416]

i feel like you'd love their song 'question!' :)

[@R...-...R]

Korn - Freak on a leash

[@12xthrue]

Another accurate reaction and understanding

[@victorpenas2428]

you should definitely react and analyze more system of a down songs. BYOB, Aerials, Question!, and more. Very nice analysis btw. Despite having heard this song thousands of times, there were a couple of vocal details that I've never paid attention to until you pointed them out. The same goes with your react and analysis of toxicity. Keep it up!

[@senseo2848]

Serj Tankian has such a uniqe voice, well worth to follow the rabbit into his music

[@adi6528]

As a next song I would recommend "Holy Mountains". It is just so powerful and dynamic with lots of build-up and anger, as it refers to the Armenian Genocide. I hope you do react to this one if you analyse another System Of A Down song.

[@ShroesCat]

Fun fact: The song was originally supposed to be called Sui**de, but the label thought it was a bit too edgy. So they "chopped" it in half, hence "chop suey".

[@rolandomota25]

"Question" it's another SOAD great song!

[@LuisLopez-id4zc]

The second voice Daron Is an excellent singer too

[@rhudyharto2118]

Next more song "aerials"

[@666shem]

His voice is beyond your understanding

[@P2Wx]

I highly recommend you analyze Rhapsody Of Fire - Dawn of Victory. the level of clarity and vocal intensity is a delight!! ❤️

[@Edperez90]

Aerials is a must

[@ymeynot0405]

I would still love to hear you do: Citizen Queen's: XO (only the performance video, not the official music video) Purple couch set. Metalica: No Leaf Clover - another good one if you get a guitar guy on with you. Gotye - Somebody I used to know (the contrast between him and Kimbra)

[@wuicho_ortiz]

Amazing reaction, I think you’d like “aerials” another classic song from soad

[@chadnevin7315]

Would love for you to analyze "Question" its a wild ride. Others have suggested it as well

[@iwontseeyou_]

10:00 i love it, you noticed that serj’s voice like in the middle of desert. Yup, he’s armenian

[@rykerm4249]

If you do more System of a Down, Question and Aerials are amazing.

[@AnotherFacelessDigitalNoOne]

Stankface is a real emotion with awesome music

[@baloneyandfunk5234]

I would love to see you go through some RUSH songs. They are well know for being top talents at each of their main instruments (Neil/Drums, Geddy/Bass, Alex/Guitar) but have been often maligned for Geddy's vocals (love or hate maybe?) Thanks for your fun content!

[@zeldyrrolorin9962]

Can only thumbs up once, but yes please! Reactions to RUSH are criminally rare on YT. Tom Sawyer or Spirit of Radio would be the typical first choices. If you do react to them note that the drummer (Neil Peart , RIP) is called the professor and many consider him to be the greatest ever. There are so many time shifts and other rhythmic magic to react to in addition to your normal in depth vocal analysis.

[@graciefolden2359]

​@@zeldyrrolorin9962criminally rare?? Must be the algorithm that floods me with Rush reactions then 😊

[@buddykaiser2380]

System of a Downs Spiders please! Their first album is their best imo and shows Serjs range waaaay more than any of their other albums. Not counting Serjs solo stuff.

[@jasonspeck3889]

If you really want to see “Technical” System of a Down, you should react to “Questions”

[@Sofia-pk5xc]

Please react yo more system's songs!! They're all good hehe:) Spiders and Innervision are maybe my favourites

[@toddmaliepaard9777]

Great R&A, would love another look at Colm McGuinness, maybe something newer like Northwest Passage 2023 or Northumbria

[@acauacesar8736]

Because you're a vocal coach, I think it's interesting that you react to their songs like I.E.A.I.A.I.O., Question, F#ck the Sistem, Cigarro, Kill Rock'n Roll because they're songs that show other different things vocally. And escape the more popular ones like BYOB, Aerials, Spiders, because although they are great songs, they are the ones that have less different things in terms of vocals.

[@andrewmitchell1999]

The metal stank face at 2:25 is me every time I hear this intro from the first to the thousandth time

[@ronnelgonzales3009]

Try the Questions They have a great harmony..😎😎

[@stuartdenton8537]

♫ DIIEEEEEE! "Ha-ha" - excellent :)

[@autofficinaduemila2231]

Take a look at Sergi's perform of Empty walls live with the Auckland orchestra!

[@alvarolorca85]

Te amo Jennifer😊 !!!

[@KneeJerkReactions13]

Serj sounds like Animal from the muppets sometimes. During his growl notes. Makes me snicker when I hear it. 😂

[@jonsson666]

One of the best songs of all time.

[@uspockdad6429]

If you want to hear Daron’s voice featured in a song, Lonely Day would be another cool one to hear your opinion on.

[@djones5034]

The second vocal is Darren the guitar player...you should do lonely dsy

[@kleberandrade8874]

Jennifer, i love u, please, react to Gabriel Henrique at American Got Talent

[@matchu.j]

ARIALS in the sky

[@JaggerG]

I also recommend “Chop Suey But You Overslept”

[@crazfulla]

If you enjoy this kind of music you should consider reacting to Five Finger Death Punch... they have some powerful songs but one of my favourites is their version of House of the Rising Sun. It gives me Disturbed vibes...

[@kamilkrupinski1793]

"Auntie Why Have You Forsaken MeEEEeeeEEE?"