The Warning - Black Holes & Breathe (Live from Pepsi Center CDMX) | Reaction

[@dragonmac1234]

Pau is an amazing drummer, but there's something about her and a piano that hits me in the feels every dang time. Dany's voice has the power, but Pau's raw and emotional vocals get me😭

[@ashlenamusic]

so true :(

[@gregjetnikoff7124]

Joni Mitchell, Tori Amos and Pau. Voice, passion and piano at it's very finest!!!!!! There is no armour tough enough.

[@louiebee6745]

​​​​@@gregjetnikoff7124💯 agree! You can put Pau's Black Holes and Breathe right up there with Joni's My Old Man and River and Tori's Winter and Silent All These Years for the most awesomely heartfelt female sung piano ballads.

[@sljjva]

JUST SAW YOU AT THE WARNING TORONTO....you sang along with me..I'M NOT IN DANGER....SUPER COOL TO MEET YOU. 🤘😎🤘

[@ashlenamusic]

So good to meet you too!!!

[@thefogfriendlyoldguy1627]

I've watched this performance a few times now and I still can't get through it dry eyed. Pure sharing from her heart touches so deep.

[@iamkerok]

Same.

[@dough1793]

Hi Ashlena. I'm not good at sharing personal information, I have shared this with one other reactor and I have loved all of your reactions to The Warning so I would like to share with you. This is how I was introduced to The Warning. Back in 2018 I was in a bad place and a good friend had sent me a couple of songs. In 2014 I broke my back, and thanks to our health care system I became an Opioid addict, I had lost all hope and will to go on. I was about to end it all. I had my ear buds in and The Warning came on with "when I'm alone followed by Black Holes".I broke down in tears. I put my pistol down and balled. I got up and flushed my pills. I haven't taken another pill since nov 2nd of 2018 and I'm now mentally healthy. I'm so grateful for The Warning and their music, I'm like a proud uncle, I credit them for saving my life that day. Now I'm a super fan and anxious to see them live. However it's not easy for me to travel as I had a stroke last August and still trying to recover. That's how I found The Warning. I hope to one day get to share my story with the ladies. Thanks for all that you do, I have been here from the first reaction that you did and appreciate you. Thanks for taking the time to read this.

[@ashlenamusic]

Wow I am so glad you’re still with us. And how music can really heal🥰 sending you a big hug

[@dough1793]

@@ashlenamusic thank you, and yes it does. They are a gift.🤘⚠️⚡

[@prostfan]

I'm sending you a hug 🤗 Hope you get to see them live once.

[@S.A.N.I.]

When Pau cryied, we all cryied...

[@ashlenamusic]

Yup

[@vasilissyrros4776]

By far the best hard rock band in the world!!!!I love these girls and I thank them from the very bottom of my heart!!!💙💙💙🇬🇷

[@brylo1983]

Pau is a gift to humanity. I don't know if we deserve it? Her sick voice? A sick voice? Her sick voice overshadows most of the healthy ones. Great performance, great reaction🤘🔥🎹 🎤📢🔥🤘

[@graybri]

Older Sister, Honorary Uncles, We are all proud.

[@ashlenamusic]

We are indeed

[@brianbaldwin2072]

Pau should be one of the most complete artists around. She plays piano and drums, she writes lyrics, compose music, she was director for Q+Q and she transmits a ton of emotions. Thanks god I found this band.

[@dennisbradley3562]

Pau is from another plant. That crowd needs a trophy.

[@BryceKatz]

I think feeling like DPA are sisters or nieces is a very common thread among their fans. I see a lot of reactors saying thinks like, "I have no idea why I'm feeling like this, but I'm just so ... PROUD of them!" I know I feel the same way.

[@Tumradical]

+1

[@danieljodrey]

..if I had a nickel ...😂 🎯⚡⚡⚡🤘😎👍

[@nathanriggs1125]

"I try my very best to stay afloat, but there's something down there that just wants me close" is one of the most emotional lyrics I have ever heard.

[@ashlenamusic]

Same

[@darolsouza4005]

"Can't call for help so I'll just call my name" is the other one that gets me every time.

[@RandyTWA]

Because Pau puts her heart and soul into every performance, her emotions are on a razors edge. She is as real as it gets.

[@KuroKishi-TWA]

@@RandyTWA ⚡️

[@ludwig5702]

Im a 37-year-old grown man, and these videos made me cry, and im 100 percent ok with it these ladies are amazing

[@SEP392]

I’ve got u beat, I’m 68 and I cry every time Pau sings this song 😢

[@LostHate]

I'm glad you posted this, it's a great honest reaction.

[@ashlenamusic]

Thank you 🥹

[@bportar]

Yep🤘🤘🤘theses girls make shattering our heart 🤘🤘🤘

[@SDsailor7]

You did it the way these two videos should be done Ashlena. Thank you!👍​@@ashlenamusic

[@SDsailor7]

​@@ashlenamusicThank you for your authentic reaction 😢👍

[@OceanofMaya]

Spread the word - The Warning such rare talents. It's astonishing.

[@carlosportillo2781]

Blows my mind how much love she sends out into the world.

[@TomTomson81]

It's so hard to see Pau cry and even harder when you know that she's actually an absolute firecracker. The rebel of the three. The one who doesn't put up with anything and defends herself and her sisters against haters. Takes hard action against them with, for example, the song Narcicista. When I see such a strong person, who we often seen laughing and then so sad and overwhelmed like here, then my heart breaks and tears come to my eyes, too.

[@gurlix]

Everything about Breathe is angelic, but her smile is out of this world.🥲🤩🤘

[@ashlenamusic]

It really is 🥰

[@brentkelsay3439]

I don't see Pau being made to do anything that she doesn't want to. I think she did this to show her immense gratitude to all the incredible fans, and for herself as well. What a courageous, loving, and triumphant performance!❤️🙌❤️

[@maximelesperance4132]

Now, can you imagine being there ? We had no clues, whatsoever. But, when Black Holes ended and she stayed at the piano, talking in Spanish with emotion in her voice, hitting slowly the first few chords of the song, I understood what was coming. Even if I do not understand Spanish, from the way she was talking, I knew... I braced myself but, it was just too much even for us in attendance. We were all crying !!!!

[@ashlenamusic]

I would’ve cried my eyes out too haha

[@spidernose]

I knew Breathe would tear you up. I have gotten to a point where I can watch it don't make me cry. But watching you cry has me crying again. That tiny person has a heart as big as Mexico. Thank you for this!

[@ashlenamusic]

I’m sorry for making you cry

[@spidernose]

@@ashlenamusic Oh my goodness stop it. It was beautiful just as I expected.

[@erikespino]

If you ever wonder where she gets all that feeling and creativity from? Answer yourself, as Guillermo del Toro once said: she is Mexican!

[@ajs1340]

I can in no way even imagine what it was like to be in that audience that night! Priceless...

[@Oskar2922]

✨Pau es un Monstruo tras la batería, pero un Ángel en el piano. 😢Breathe es una canción de solo 2:47 min., pero duele toda la vida. Grande Pau!!! ⚡🤘

[@gutsanglory1]

Emotion, creates, emotion. Pau is an absolute star. Cheerz !!!

[@jwhittington78]

I think her tears maybe started as a result of the song itself but ultimately were tears of joy because of the crowd and the moment.

[@saby5075]

It was more like a catharsis moment for her, releasing all the emotions she had locked in that song.

[@joeturner1181]

Adding the strings and audience singing along is just completely unfair 🥲. An absolutely legendary performance.

[@the_dingo_show]

These two songs at this event might be the most powerfully emotional interaction between an artist and audience I've seen this century. Also goes a ways to restore faith in humanity

[@ashlenamusic]

Same 🥹

[@TheBigGiant_SpaceChiken]

That was Pau´s gift to the audience to show her appreciation for all the love they gave her and her sisters during the show. I just love her, she has a beautiful soul, you can tell. What´s cool is that Enter Sandman came after this and she went back to being the fireball that she is on the drums!!

[@sirtacobell6943]

I remember when she started playing the first note of breathe, people started to go crazy, I started crying, my friends started crying, many people from the crowd started to do it, it was a very beautiful moment, very emotional, I will always carry it in my heart because it may not happen again for a long time

[@roba7737]

I dont know how many times I watched this but I cry every time.❤

[@elgonwilliams7624]

The orchestra string section took this concert to the next level. Note: they are from a university in Monterrey and they are all female.

[@alanmorales7181]

As fas as I know they are members of the Orquesta Sinfónica de la Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León

[@caralynn.]

I also noticed that the orchestra members are all women and thought "statistically unlikely that happens accidentally. I love these women..." They give so much, then reach down and give more...

[@roba7737]

Pau was so overcome when the crowd sang her song to her. She was smiling and crying. We love you Pau ❤

[@MiguelGilbertRB]

A beautiful song and a beautiful human being! This song hits me every time!!❤❤❤

[@jrlaudio]

Her (their) connection with their fans is so deep. It doesn't appear to be superficial. They genuinely feel they are friends, and feel that connection. That bond is so important to them. That's why Pau was so emotional. All those people were there to see her and her sisters for their anniversary. I am sure (in my gut) she decided to do this on the spot. All those people, having a grand piano, and how important that night was to them overall with all their countrymen there. I think she put the pressure on herself to give this gift to everyone, given the circumstances. She was giving and she got it back tenfold, and I think it overwhelmed her. Such a wonderful moment for all of us (who know their history) to see, from a distance.

[@caralynn.]

She says "there's 8,000 of you here, who love us." She isn't wrong, but people who don't take as much as they can seem to be the minority. Fortunately these women with their talent and honesty seem to attract the fans who want to give them even more love than they put out every time they perform.

[@gabrielcastillomarquez7830]

More or less, she had the final decision to go with it or not, but it was in the set list

[@OVAZUSA]

If there was a song performed live that deserved a Grammy Award, “Breathe” is it. I’ve never heard a song performed live that wrung every teardrop from my soul as much as Pau’s performance. Each time I listen to this performance of “Breathe”, my emotions are totally drained. Bravo Paulina Villarreal…Bravo!

[@brianoreilly3035]

Sharing your deepest feelings with 8000 people. Proof she has a heart of a lion

[@genboyer]

PRIDE and Love...PRIDE and Passion...PRIDE and Compassion!! PRIDE and Tears! #PAULINA #APDVillaReality

[@WaldoKitty]

*Breathe* a deeply felt panic/anxiety attack set to music... TWA ⚡🤘😸🤘⚡ TWA

[@pablosartor6715]

Great reaction Ashlena! Absolutely wonderful and emotional live performance!! Paulina is a treasure for all humanity! Viva The Warning!! ⚡⚡⚡

[@kfh1]

I'm glad this made it to KZbin Ashlena, even with the edits... Thanks for sharing!!!

[@ashlenamusic]

Thanks Kev xx

[@caralynn.]

"Thank you very much I love you very much." After pouring her effing heart on the stage. These women are unreal.

[@franckthibault2521]

You can do it! ♥

[@ashlenamusic]

thank you Franck

[@SEP392]

I always cry when I hear these songs but when Pau started to cry I just lost it and balled like a baby

[@charleswharmbyiii8401]

Thank you for your humanity. This was the largest criwd they played for that came to see THEM. The bigger crowds of 25,000+ were there for bands for whom they opened. Thats why she decided to gift them this performance. I, too, was picturing Dany and Ale watching from the wings. How proud of her thry must be. Like you, I find myself being so proud of them, from a fatherly point of view, thiugh. Watching them grow up before our eyes to mature into the talented powerhouse they are today is such a rare and wonderful thing. Again, great reaction. See you in Pomona.

[@tenfodaddy4351]

You nailed everything we all love about them- we are all proud of them- it’s unreal that one thing we all share.

[@rodneyramirez603]

It’s so unusual isn’t it? To have that feeling for a band and you’re right, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve read commenters saying how proud they were of TW and Pau. I personally think it’s because no matter how new a fan one may be, they can still go back to the beginning from when they began to learn music and all the cute recitals, by the way when Pau bows at the end the way she does, she bows in exactly that way after a recital where her feet were hanging off of the piano bench because she was just a baby really. These moments are why we feel like aunts and uncles. TW touched the soul of the world but the world hasn’t found that out yet…❤

[@yuyagar1807]

😢😢😢 todos llorando 😭💔

[@gill2105]

Thank you Ashlena that reaction was beautiful. Pau omg look what you’ve done to the fans . It’s like a HUGE TWA group hug . I wish the whole world would feel this. 🤘⚡️🤘

[@ashlenamusic]

It really was xx

[@phxbadash]

That crowd was epic. They showed the love and the ladies returned it in kind. ❤

[@DadQuixote7]

Thank you Ashlena. I cried at work while watching you watch this song.😂

[@ashlenamusic]

Haha I’m sorry!!!

[@Archangel2931]

It’s emotional watching. Imagine if Dani had walked out with a Mic and sat next to her to help her sing.

[@ashlenamusic]

Omg I would of 💀💀💀

[@f3rnandolpz]

Hola Ash!! Pau es un tesoro y es imposible no llorar con ese par de canciones. La emoción que transmiten, la ambientación que tienen y la emoción con la que canta el publico son espectaculares. El concierto en el Pepsi Center fue espectacular. ❤

[@TFT-JF]

Great reaction! I cry every time. So much emotion packed into so few words!

[@RCleve]

We just don’t deserve this. Absolutely amazing. I cry EVERY TIME.

[@bradcrittenden1789]

I love your reaction Ashlena. Every time I watch this, I feel proud and broken at the same time. The lyrics and the connection between her and every person in the room. Just, wow.

[@dotfactory3012]

Podemos ver a una persona transparente, auténtica, con el alma 100% intacta. Debemos agradecer que haya abierto su corazón con nosotros, este tipo de situaciones son contadas en el mundo del espectáculo ya que en general todo está planeado y medido. Agradezco a Pau y sus hermosas hermanitas que sean tan sencillas, humildes, transparentes y auténticas, sin contar lo talentosas que son. Un tío más a la lista. Son simplemente adorables. Una mención al público, simplemente conectados y dando el 1000% de apoyo. Viva México Cabrones...

[@MoiPhotog]

Watched it probably 50 times through both their channel and other reactors and you, never not cried. I think with her voice somewhat sick and her regular remarkable ability to sing her emotion. It just came out so much more powerful there. Epic.

[@ashlenamusic]

Agreed!

[@jluisg622]

Paulina es un verdadero maestro de la interpretación y composición ,es un genio de la música

[@jimschoeff4185]

Once in a generation, we get a talent that captures and captivates us with not only their voice but their ability to make you feel what they feel, Pau is one of those talents. Then having two sisters with the same level of talent, personalities, stage presence, energy, and love they show for their fans (TWA) by letting us into their private lives is unlike anything I have ever seen. The Warning is a gift to all of us who love music. We get to see them again at the end of next week and I don't think I have ever been this excited to see a band live for the third time. Every show is like magic.

[@TerryParsons1724]

Black Holes breaks me then Breathe crushes what's left this was a powerful moment the crowd finishing the song out of love for her is one of the most beautiful moments I've seen at a show. There is another coming in When I'm Alone that's also amazing. These ladies are incredible performers this is why we love them so much. Thanks Ashlena this was worth the wait you are loved too. ❤🔥⚡

[@ashlenamusic]

Thank you 🥹

[@vickiefranklin3658]

Her vocals & the orchestra was everything! 🔥! Luv u're reactions!

[@Argadeux]

⚡️

[@marktaylor1799]

This is why we love them so much.

[@petemora8408]

Ahhh! Oh man, just so darn painfully beautiful. 💙⚡️ Great reaction, Ashlena. 👊💙

[@rgbenge7580]

In my over 50 years as a musician and music fan this is the most amazing, emotional and REAL performance I have ever seen. I am so glad you did these together, as it is really one performance. It is hard to see in this version, but when she stopped singing in Black Holes she actually gasped when she heard 8.000 people singing with her. You can see her trying not to lose it a couple times during the song and in some videos you can see some of the string players tearing up. The amazing thing is how happy and smiling she is on ALL of the other performances from this Pepsi Center show!

[@tygher]

@@rgbenge7580 totally agree. I hope that people recommend this to everyone they know (I have). It’s one of the greatest performances I’ve ever seen. So real!

[@genboyer]

I've said before...Pau wears her heart on her sleeve...but now...Pau is a Heart that wears sleeves!!!! ❤❤❤

[@billholder1330]

Pau is Legend. We LOVE you Pau!!

[@melaniemorris4734]

Been waiting for your reaction to these. ❤. Like a proud Auntie, ride or ride type of friend. You totally nailed actually how I felt about it too with Ale and Danny waiting to hug her. Both songs hit you right in the heart and make you want to hug her. Deep, deep emotions and so brave to play that live much less in front of 8000 people. 🤯

[@construccionyavancesadecvc5554]

with heart in her hands and the soul in her voice

[@PaleHorseShabuShabu]

I'd cry but I'm dead inside. I'm proud of Pau, though I have been for a long time.

[@ashlenamusic]

Sounds like you need a hug. 🤗

[@jaguaron007]

We…The Rock And Roll fans should feel thankful to Pau, because with her skills,she could just move from Rock to the Pop scene and sweep the pop music “Queens” easily and make millions of fans and money, but instead she just sticks with her music convictions and make the The Rock fans happy.

[@raiderfan346]

I hope everyone understands how blessed we all are to have these women in our life. This includes you too Ashlena! ⚡⚡⚡

[@ashlenamusic]

Awww thank you 🥹

[@lobodanx3]

When I saw the tears with Black Holes, I knew what was coming when you heard Breathe.

[@ashlenamusic]

Yup

[@marcogutierrez437]

I have been going through very difficult things in my life, and this song continues to make me cry every day I listen to it.

[@ashlenamusic]

Stop listening to it!!! Jk Music can be healing. I hope you’re doing okay 🥰

[@samsonjpedroza]

TEAR JERKER EVERYTIME ! LUV YA PAU !!! VIVA THE WARNING ! THANKS AGAIN ASHLENA !

[@ashlenamusic]

Xx

[@confuxio2]

I'm a huge fan of the girls so I can't be objective and impartial, this song is very beautiful and deep, but seeing Pau live in this video is definitely on another emotional level, I cry every time I see the video, and I'm very happy for Pau because I think she didn't expect such complicity with the audience. Thanks for your videos! A big hug from Spain! ❤️🤘

[@ashlenamusic]

Xx appreciate it

[@danw1955]

Once again.. our Paulina proves that she is truly the Queen of the Rock Ballad!😍 When this show (their 10th anniversary show) was done, it was also pretty much the 10th anniversary for the writing of 'Black Holes', when she was 13. How a 13 year old can write a timeless ballad like this, is completely beyond me, but it's as good and pertinent now, as it was when she first performed it.💖 Breathe is essentially a panic attack set to music, as she lost a close friend which prompted her to write this. Lava wanted one more song to finish out the 'Error' album, and Pau offered the raw version of this, recorded on their slightly out of tune home piano, with almost no effects. Her only request was that she would not play it live. However... the crowd at the Pepsi Center really got to her, and even though she was feeling lousy, she powered through and decided to do it anyway, and the crowd graciously helped her finish it when she broke down at the end. Even though it's hard to watch, this and Black Holes, are the most powerful performances from a rock band I have ever seen.😮 The venue, the people, the sound and effects, the production, are all 110%, and this whole concert should be immortalized on BlueRay, because it would sell like wildfire!!😄 🤘😎🤘 (Thank you Ashlena! Absolutely no shame in crying over this.. I do it pretty much every time, and I'm just an old retired mechanic with a penchant for good rock music!)😉

[@ashlenamusic]

Awww love this and thank you xx

[@Axelsanx]

I think you did it right. They have to be watched back to back.

[@frankj2963]

Great reaction Ashlena watching Pau and you cry is too much 😢 🤘

[@ashlenamusic]

😢

[@fzwilling]

And that's why they are so amazing, pure raw passion and emotion, pure souls, pure poets and musicians. That's what art and music is about. And to be so emotional in front of so many people makes you appreciate Pau even more.

[@TheCorpsehatch]

Anyone that doesn't get choked up or cry when hearing this performance of Breathe has a void where their heart should be. No one is ready for these two songs.

[@iJGrimmX]

It is moments like this that cement The Warning collectively and Pau, Danny, and Ale individually as my most beloved band and artists. Each has given us glimpses into their hearts through the music, vlogs and insta stories, but this performance by Pau is so deeply moving. It is right up there with Dany in the cave when she sang "Listen Before I Go" by Billie Eilish for a lost friend.

[@tedrufledtjr.3573]

This performance broke me. ❤

[@tomdillon9065]

Love it!!! Here's the thing...She's the fucking drummer!!! the DRUMMER!!! Mind blowing.

[@williamburkholder769]

Her list of talents is long and varied. She's a classic creative. Piano and drums are only two of her media. Her pen, computer, voice, mind, and emotive, expressive personality contribute just as much. I could see her on Broadway in a musical, or as a solo singer/songwriter/performer like Carole King or Joni Mitchell. She's one of the greats.

[@ashlenamusic]

Lmao right

[@LeeHeller-m8l]

I lost my wife 8 years ago every time I list to this song I cry because of how hard she fought to live. Breathe holds a special spot in my heart..

[@ashlenamusic]

I’m so sorry for your loss

[@balthusT1]

Hi Ash - tears. . .. . tears . . . . . tears . .. . .. Black Holes is my 2nd favorite TW song after When I'm alone (mainly because I heard it after WIA) but both hold very emotional and widespread feelings for many people. The Strings added to Black Holes, creates an etherealness to the performance lacking in other versions, making this version my favorite, tears and all - watching Pau's face when she hears the crowd really pulls you in. Breathe is an entirely different beast altogether. We know she said she would never sing it live. We never expected it to be performed live (they usually just play an audio track as seen at Teatro Met '22). And when the crowd joins in, Pau breaks, the emotion from Black Holes and now Breathe overwhelms her. . . . and then the crowd lifts her into finishing her keys. We have seen it performed live now - Pepsi the Unicorn of shows for The Warning. And I believe Dany and Ale were waiting. . . . . . Teatro Met has always been my goto concert - their 'Eureka' moment, their 'We've made it' moment. If that is true, then Pepsi is their well earned reward, where they find out just how loved they are. And ill as they are, they perform with consummate professionalism. Having Pepsi released is, for those of us who were never there, a dream. Every performance so far has been superb, beyond all expectations. And with this gorgeous pairing, then your reaction, I bid goodnight. Cheers from OZ🦘

[@ashlenamusic]

Such a unicorn show for sure. Everyone who attended was beyond lucky 🥹

[@Arturo.H.M]

Have been a pleasure cry with you. I love to see The Warning with you, to do it with somebody thousands km far away from me but who share my love for these three girls.

[@ashlenamusic]

Aww thanks xx 🥹🥹

[@williamburkholder769]

These two are amazing performances. Yeah, grabbing a fresh box of tissues is in order before watching them. Songs about addiction and depression are never easy. Pau is an emotive empath who feels things I don't even notice, until someone like her points them out. At that point, they get to me, and the floodgates open. I can't hear either of these without letting go of something. I'm glad her sisters let her have these moments. I'm sure they were equally proud of her, because this took guts! She is an important gift to the world. It's lyrics and performances like these (among other achievements) that got her that Decididas Global Award.

[@easyrecordsestudio]

And she wrote Black Holes at the age of 13. By herself. Amazing composition and interpretation

[@chefdaddy37]

The bow at the end, just like they did when they were little girls. 😢😭 ⚡️THE WARNING⚡️

[@michelthibeault5176]

I cried like a baby

[@jeffreyjameson5510]

We always love your authentic reactions Ash. Much love ❤

[@ashlenamusic]

I appreciate that

[@joseramirez-lw7xx]

This is how you should sing and that separates the greats from the rest, you either give it all or nothing. That's what Pau does, he always gives his all, when he plays the drums, when he sings and when he composes.

[@50pike]

good reaction....THE WARNING ARMY THANKS......

[@davejohnston2197]

We may never see this song played live again. It's a moment to cherish. Glad you brought some tissues. I brought a towel. Both songs kill me, and all my favorite reaction channels are doing these, so I'm a total mess. I was waiting for yours especially since I knew you'd be crying with me. ❤️⚡🤘 Thank you.

[@yeticatcher]

I've watched this almost everyday since it was released and yes, I did see the fan cam footage. I hate to compare to a car wreck that that can't look away from, but for whatever reason, I just keep coming back to feel the feels that it evokes. Like you said, my crying isn't out of sadness, but of pride for her and the overall journey of The Warning. What would we do without them?

[@Vikingjay65]

I also need a minute. Wow. Just wow.

[@barbellgardener]

It was PERFECT!

[@danzampich6723]

Such a beautiful heart.

[@TravisFlint1]

Such a wonderful gift to us all ❤💔❤