The Pretender - Foo Fighters【Roca Rourin】COVER

[@obkatiekat]

ROCA THE GOATTTTTTTT!!! Amazing cover bb xoxoox

[@superjr64loganrodriguez44]

Wtf is you doing here?

[@superjr64loganrodriguez44]

Get out before I do something sinister than metal

[@AkihikoXPrince]

yoooo you reacted to this incredible cover? @obkatiekat? mustve missed the stream

[@dr.doomcy4612]

Collab when

[@thebranflakeman1291]

Ayooo

[@blackfirehedgehog7725]

Covers of stuff like this are far too rare. Awesome!

[@MetalRodent]

Yeah it's unfortunate how rare Western song covers are from 'EN' vtubers, let alone rock/metal songs

[@Kottery]

@@MetalRodent >EN vtuber >Look inside >It's all Japanese everytime...

[@dylannix4289]

We gotta thank KZbin’s schizophrenic application of copyright laws for that Many corpos saw Hololive’s copyright debacle a few years ago and wanted none of that

[@tysonfontanez]

Getting permissions to do covers of songs in English is much harder and more expensive

[@ninz_0]

dont need perms to cover, only to monetize the cover. @@tysonfontanez

[@AndreaRebek]

woah are you kidding me?

[@jeremiii6523]

She ain't pretending, man

[@10032_dropout]

woah woah woah it's rizzzooossa

[@megiddox]

Roca sure as hell isn't "like the others" and certainly is no "Pretender". She's a bonafide vocal rock star for sure

[@skullcolectolector]

Indeed!! She has the rock in her veins!!

[@jax6943]

It takes guts to cover a song as beloved as The Pretender, considering how hard it can be. But you absolutely knocked it out of the park Roxy! You went above and beyond with it and made it your own

[@paulsd9255]

First exposure to Roca Rourin here and my god it’s a breath of fresh air hearing an English Rock cover out of an ENVtuber for once. As a guy whose only Eastern exposure is to vtubers, this is a surprise, and it’s an awesome cover of something right in my childhood too (GH3 DLC)

[@GTSW1FT]

Considering she sang highway to hell on her debut. A banger of a cover like this was going to happen.

[@ChiggaChiggaBruh]

Apparently it's super hard for vtuber corps to get permissions for English songs (or at least for Hololive), so it's incredible when we get stuff like this.

[@ZephyriannaCh]

Absolutely ADORE that distortion in your voice!! Thank you for covering this classic 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@user-kun2147]

Yoooo I listen to your metal covers on spotify ❤❤ Love to see you here appreciating peak as well

[@InVerSemusic93]

:3

[@snobaste]

I'm so glad that-even after being hesitant about this-you still put it out! Dave Grohl's voice is incredibly versatile and definitely a tough one to beat, but yours was absolutely up for the task It's actually insane how you can fit your voice into any genre and make it sound so natural. That perfect growl at the end was just the cherry on top of an amazing cover

[@josepablo011986]

Dave will be proud, i'm sure of that!

[@ThomasPrime15]

You absolutely killed it with this cover Roca! This was fire!🔥This was such a fun and fitting way to end an amazing donothon. Congrats on such an epic sounding cover!

[@princessravendiamond4288]

This makes me really want to hear Roca sing "Smells Like Teen Spirit." It'd be a great way to show off so much of the beautiful texture of her rock style vocal tone

[@Swamp_Fox_]

She covered this in her 90s karaoke!

[@sakuraankoku]

Roca indeed is not like the others, and I love it

[@deaks25]

I'm always brought back to Roca's debut when she absolutely stunned everyone with her voice. Still happens every time. Absolutely amazing voice.

[@nanooooooooooo]

This was INCREDIBLE! Way above my expectations that were already sky high! Thank you so, so, so much for doing this amazing song justice!

[@TheGarretThief]

As soon, as vocal starts, my finger just hit subscribe. As soon, as vocal splitting starts, I hit the bell. As soon, as chorus starts, I realized what I gonna listen for next few days at least. Astonishing performance, stay sane, Roca!

[@MiiMooest]

oh my GOD Roxy. I started shaking seeing the cover count down, this is one of my top 10 favorite songs of all time and you're one of the greatest vtubing singers I've ever heard so I knew it'd be amazing. and you KNOCKED IT OUT OF THE PARK HOME RUN!! not many people can match the power dave has in his voice but you put yourself up to the task and went NUTS seriously. and you said you were unsure about the scream at the end? I got chills. amazing work!

[@ErimosAster]

This is my introduction to Roxy. Couldn't ask for a better introduction to someone. Not only is this song not covered nearly enough, but you did it in your own style rather than trying to mimick the original. That alone deserves major respect. Looking forward to seeing more like this.

[@GoGoOtaku]

We should call her Raspberry given how sweet her raspy voice is

[@christiaan12321]

Now that's a hell of a way to start the year. Love finally seeing a cover of my kind of music

[@K_Chaotic]

I just like lyrics all in front of me: Keep you in the dark You know they all pretend Keep you in the dark And so it all began Send in your skeletons Sing as their bones go marching in, again The need you buried deep The secrets that you keep are ever ready Are you ready? I'm finished making sense Done pleading ignorance That whole defense Spinning infinity, boy The wheel is spinning me It's never-ending, never-ending Same old story What if I say I'm not like the others? What if I say I'm not just another one of your plays? You're the pretender What if I say I will never surrender? What if I say I'm not like the others? What if I say I'm not just another one of your plays? You're the pretender What if I say that I'll never surrender? In time our soul untold I'm just another soul for sale, oh well The page is out of print We are not permanent We're temporary, temporary Same old story What if I say I'm not like the others? What if I say I'm not just another one of your plays? You're the pretender What if I say that I'll never surrender? What if I say I'm not like the others? What if I say I'm not just another one of your plays? You're the pretender What if I say I will never surrender? I'm the voice inside your head You refuse to hear Yeah, I'm the face that you have to face Mirrored in your stare I'm what's left, I'm what's right I'm the enemy I'm the hand that will take you down Bring you to your knees So who are you? Yeah, who are you? Yeah, who are you? Yeah, who are you? Keep you in the dark You know they all pretend What if I say I'm not like the others? What if I say I'm not just another one of your plays? You're the pretender What if I say I will never surrender? What if I say I'm not like the others? What if I say I'm not just another one of your plays? You're the pretender What if I say that I'll never surrender? What if I say I'm not like the others? (Keep you in the dark) What if I say I'm not just another one of your plays? (You know they all pretend) You're the pretender (who dares) What if I say I will never surrender? What if I say I'm not like the others? (keep you in the dark) What if I say I'm not just another one of your plays? (You know they all pretend) You're the pretender (who dares) What if I say I will never surrender? So who are you? Yeah, who are you? Yeah, who are you?

[@salokinnoraa]

THIS COVER WAS FKING AMAZING ROXY! So proud of you for all that you've accomplished! We have a hell of a year in front of us! ROCA LOVE!

[@DreamChasersInc]

For some reason, the algorithm decided I needed to hear this In this case, the algorithm was correct. About the only thing that could improve this is hearing this live, with real instruments bringing out the best in her performance Now to wait to see the cover that will bring out THE BEST, THE BEST, THE BEST in her

[@7shinta7]

Seeing this girl perform live with a real band is something that needs to happen. She's too good to be limited by a screen.

[@kaeroseon]

@@7shinta7 unfortunately under this identity, shes only limited to speakers and screens, but at least they got more singers to hopefully pair beside her.

[@7shinta7]

@@kaeroseon Speakers and screens is not really a problem in my book. One way could be to perform IRL but with her appearance obscured. Just look how Ado does live concerts without showing her face. And live gigs with her avatar are also possible. I'm fully aware that Idol is by no means a big company like for example Cover. But there surely is a way to project her on a stage (if it's only 2D screen, so be it) and have her perform even in a small venue - preferably with a real band.

[@kaeroseon]

@@7shinta7 I mean they are doing that at OffKai this year. But I really want her to just be in person, and fully interacting with the crowd. She has that star presence for sure.

[@7shinta7]

@kaeroseon Understandable. Yeah, for that you'd probably have to look into cursed knowledge and check if she does performances in another form (like Calli as DDK). I'll stick to her as Roxy for now as I have no interest to research her irl.

[@xieow_]

It turned out so stunning! I'm so proud of how it turned out, thank you Roca and the team for giving me the opportunity to work on this project.

[@MattEww94]

Will never get tired of hearing that distortion in your voice. The outro? Perfection. Absolutely nailed the same type of energy Dave had in the original but still made it your own.

[@saint-juste]

I never thought I'd get chills from a Foo Fighters song, but here I am.

[@RasenCore]

This is probably my favourite The Pretender cover I've heard. Your voice fits so well!

[@AlcachofaQ]

I keep coming back to it, that ending has no right going so hard HOLY

[@Tang-qi6zw]

Man, this was hidden from my feed too long. Roca’s voice kills it for rock! I love that rasp! She’s really great!

[@DeepFriedScream]

Foo Fighters is one of my favorite bands. They were the first band I 'really' got into, and Pretender is one of their tops. I don't think I've ever seen a Foo Fighter cover in the Vtuber scene. This is awesome!

[@imprudentdev1503]

This is one of the best cover songs I've ever heard, you captured the feel of the original piece so well

[@AkamiChiyoCh]

BROOOOOOOOOOOO ROCA I LOVE YOU ;____; IT'S SO GOOD

[@tylerensminger]

It was pretty darn good. Dave Grohl himself might like it if he ever sees it

[@7shinta7]

He's a super chill and awesome dude - he'd surely love Rocas voice and power. I just don't know if he knows what VTubers are... 😅

[@mooxart64]

Best cover interpreted by a female artist 110%

[@ohichan_]

I love how Roca always keep nailing everything she sings, like this cover for example, Thank you for this absolute fire cover🔥🔥🔥

[@albe8479]

damn that is one fine rock female voice. GJ

[@Shockz0rz]

A bit late commenting, but this cover was how I discovered you, Roca. And it really is incredible. I've listened to it so many times that the original doesn't sound quite right without your voice anymore. After this, Backlight, Roki, and Ghost (not to mention all of your karaokes), I can't wait to see what you've got in store next!

[@callumboyou]

that is the most metal thing I've heard so far this year, absolutely love it to bits, had to listen to it twice in a row just to appreciate the level of rock in this cover. you did an insanely awesome job, I hope you do more rock covers in the future because you clearly have talent. love you Roca.

[@goukenslay7555]

probably my favourite foo fighters song and you smashed it out of the park with this cover

[@yumiina__]

Rocaaa, you absolutely blow our mind!! THIS IS A BANGER TO START 2024!!

[@hiphipfrey]

every one of your covers just rocks me to the core, the way you meld your voice to work for anything is INCREDIBLE!!

[@niallgibbs]

I only watch your stuff every now and then, only when I'm really struggling with mental health and every time without fail this always helps

[@impost0r]

TSKR. This is amazing. And that growl at the end.... damn. You did amazing, Roca!

[@Patatman44]

That growl actualy gave me chills

[@jaimeblair1694]

I never thought listening to covers of vocaloid songs would end up leading me back to my favorite song by my favorite band, but here we are. I dunno who you are, but I really appreciate what you're doing. Actually being able to understand the lyrics is always a plus, and this song in particular has stuck with me ever since I first heard it in 2007. You absolutely killed it, ma'am. That was fucking incredible. Dave would be proud.

[@boomshockalocka]

turns out, I still absolutely love and live for this cover.

[@theheretic6398]

Someone shared this on Discord. THIS IS REALLY FUCKING GOOD!!! Awesome Job Roca keep it up!

[@desertpunkism253]

KZbin recommended something incredible to me today in the form of an awesome cover of one of my favorite bands!

[@7shinta7]

Congratulations on 300k, Roxy! 🤩🔥🔥🔥 Well deserved for this amazing cover!

[@Nevar0785]

Hey there, thank you for this cover. My late freind, Jasper, considered this his theme and hearing it done so well helps me cope with his passing, so thank you.

[@Zedelicous]

rarely see any vtubers that does rock covers and by far this is one of the best i've heard! absolute banger of a song

[@Aeonbarr]

Welp, literally never seen your stuff before but you've earned a fan today

[@esfunkytown9926]

It's rare I've yet to see a vtuber cover a foo fighters song. I've been a fan of them since 2011. You rocked this cover you got a subscription right here!!

[@SargonsEye]

Spectacular, 11/10, sung along. Keep your good work!

[@calebcollins5887]

Best cover I ever heard of anything in a good while. Keep kicking ass and rocking on

[@zantetsukengenshin5376]

glad i clicked on this suggestion. like'd and sub'ed. looking forward to more covers!

[@CatCotCat]

MINDBLOWING very likely my favorite rendition of The Pretender of all time, there's just so much power in your voice...!

[@CatCotCat]

i can't stop listening to this. it is now officially my favorite version of the song, i even like it better than the original

[@Excaliwolf2]

A Foo Fighters cover is a hidden gem. Good lord, thanks for this.

[@sobieckil07]

I'm here straight from YT recommendations. Never heard about this particular VTuber. But this cover earned her a new subscriber. Rock on!

[@JL-uu1id]

This keeps coming up in my feed and I have yet to skip it. You nailed it

[@Fragkeeper]

Absolutely amazing! I love seeing someone do a cover for such a classic song!

[@midgegc]

My oshi is so cool 💜💜💜

[@Intr1kate]

any vtuber that likes rock, is an instant W in my books

[@Soulsdeath8]

It's times like this that I love randomly clicking on something youtube recommends me. Your voice is amazing and you pulled off this song so well! For sure a sub from me and I now look forward to more from you.

[@ManiX207]

the range of her voice like hearing this right after ghost is just mindblowing xD

[@munagixero]

I'm new to your channel but this is one of my favorite songs and I waited days to listen to this. I was not disappointed at all. I love the rock in your voice.

[@ashetsunasynergy7120]

Now THATS a cover! Absolutely off the rails! ❤

[@thatlonewolfguy2878]

This is my favourite cover of this, cannot resist singing along to this every single time I listen to it

[@tea_n_ink]

i ADORE your vocals and genuine love the for the rock genre

[@just_noir_ss]

Congratulations for the 100k views, this cover became one of my favorites

[@rakusho1691]

Not often I get the shivers when someone sings, but dang, this is a great cover.

[@AndreaRebek]

roca your voice is realy incredible. i realy can't wait to see all of the goal of the donothon coming true we have a bright future as JamStones

[@puddingcatsteamboat6393]

very cool cover of a classic Foo Fighters song, i really dug it. thanks to the subtitles i could actually understand all the lyrics for once too😅

[@Jamookems]

I thought the same thing! Looking at the lyrics all I could think was damn, all this time I’ve been singing this song so wrong it’s not even funny lol

[@josetanon7789]

That was wild 10/10 this came outta left for me

[@ThatGuy5591]

I like it. very nicely done. im sure Dave would be proud. mostly cause he is the nicest guy ever but also cause it was a really good rendition

[@megaslayer92_]

I'm so glad you did this cover Roca. It's so freaking awesome! 🤘🤩

[@Sonic-Batman]

That was outstanding Roca you really hit it out of the park with this one and you’re voice and range are so amazingly perfect as well‼️‼️‼️

[@iamaperson3579]

Happy new year Roca! Starting off with a banger.

[@Keated]

The only downside to upvoting before listening is now I can't upvote it after. Repeatedly. Awesome cover Roca!

[@riotgnight1394]

Whoa, that was awesome! I never expected to hear a VTuber do a Foo Fighters song, but I'm really glad Roca did! She really nailed it!

[@johnmurphy7108]

Alright, first time hearing you, already subsribed, not to often you hear someone in this community doing something this legendary, super bold, and its a good cover too well done

[@knives0837]

the scream at the end was pure chef's kiss! subscribed and ring-a-ling'ed the ding-a-ling bell!

[@adrian24ug]

To say you nailed it is not enough you gave me chills

[@DyxoXinoro]

I have no clue who this vtuber is but this cover is fire. Not only is there just the right blend of pain and anger in her voice, but shifting the focus instrument to the drums is a bold choice.

[@Foriegntemple2]

I loved this cover Roca. You have an astounding voice and know how to use it, which shows in each song you sing. Congrats on the release and your accomplishments. Keep having fun!

[@moe_enjoyer]

It's nice seeing new people discovering this amazing cover!

[@MrZilvis78]

you killed this, I actually met Dave once briefly shortly after this song came out,I'm sure he'd love this cover

[@Volrec64]

Right on dawg, love the growl in your voice

[@zanekudo8677]

Congratulations on your Cover reaching over 100k Roca!! 🎉🎉

[@leafmealone27]

Subbed after 43 seconds of the start holy shit I love this

[@Ghost-nj7nj]

Kicking the new year off with a bang.

[@CK_0verLord1102]

Gonna be honest this is the best cover I've ever heard of this song. You have the perfect voice for this song

[@yclawz]

Such an amazing cover and such a great way to start 2024 off with! I got absolute chills listening to your voice all throughout the song. Definitely gonna be listening to this on loop!

[@GamerIp7]

this is just sooo good. goosebumps at the quiet part

[@jondukesofhazzard]

I discovered you just now with this song and WOW!. Earned a sub within the first minute. I'm excited to see what other songs you have but want to finish listening to this several times first.

[@Tahu33446]

Oh I really like her voice for this cover

[@caseycarroll476]

Awesome cover, first time seeing this channel. Will have to check it out.

[@GunBunRin]

just stumble upon this and happy I did! LETS ROCK!

[@Archive_Anon]

Absolutely incredible singing, and that growl at the end... WOW. Seriously, that blew me away. It honestly scares me thinking just how good you'll be 6 months, a year... 5 years from now. You've got so much talent already and yet it really does feel like you're just starting to tap in to it.

[@darkgn0ll587]

SO good- insane cover great job!

[@ChrisTownsend98]

That was sooooooo good. That might be one of the best covers I heard in a long time.

[@LoneWindtheWolf]

that was an AMAZING cover. also, that scream at the end. that was so... *chef's kiss* perfect. i really love your rocking singing voice and your based music tastes, and when you put them together we get a cover that is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! it surpasses even your Backlight cover, which i thought it was going to be impossible, but my Maou-Oshi proved me wrong. congrats on both the cover and the Rocathon. you did AMAZING at both! now go rest, you deserve a long nap after all that hard work. Love you Roxy!💜🖤

[@strwberylemonade]

OH-KAY WOW i did not expect someone to knock this song out the park so well, earned my sub and i gotta follow along now- you are INCREDIBLE