Vocal Analysis of Falling In Reverse's cover of Papa Roach's "Last Resort"

[@lunasilverfangs989]

I have heard the original, but I never felt it until Ronnie Sang it like this. His music gets me through bad times and I love Falling in reverse a lot and I love him as a person as well. It touched my soul down to the core.

[@ZeroHecks]

Papa Roach sang it to us as angsty teenagers. Ronnie’s now singing it to us as depressed adults 😅

[@chrisdeangelis4616]

Truer words have never been typed...

[@floydwilliams3321]

Amen brother

[@somedudenamederic4048]

Hey hey hey. We don’t need that kind of existential crisis today good sir…… lmao

[@MrLeviticusthesexy]

Valid AF

[@radicalstanza3614]

Adults don't listen to Ronnie lmao

[@skaughtmc6591]

A lot of people have pointed out that the ending is a reverse of how Watch the World Burn ended, but I think it’s more than that. I think this video takes place immediately afterwards. People drove him into a rage that burned the world, and now he’s walking through the scorched earth that’s left, upset and depressed over what he’s become. As he pulls out of his depression, he reverses the damage he had done and heals the planet.

[@maddielkaye]

I’ve always thought this!

[@sirmaysin4745]

Great interpretation

[@rkuntz]

Agreed

[@eternalskeptic3294]

Well said

[@vanhelsink14]

I think you are spot on. Watch the world burn was a song about rage and being fed up with being pushed around that one finally snaps and burns the world around them in a metaphorical sense. Wether that be alcohol or drug abuse etc. I think In this song Ronnie was not only showing us an amazing reimagined version of this song, he sung it in a way we all relate to. We all have demons in our past that haunt us and sometimes they get the better of us. Sometimes we ask for help and the sad reality is that help doesn’t always come. I think here Ronnie was trying to say that it’s alright to scream “fuck the world” but only you can realise the mistakes and take the right steps forward to rebuild the world you want and focus on you. You are what matters and only you can truely fix the world. Your world.

[@JeremyMiller-sn6nh]

Papa Roach seemed to emphasize the adolescent anger whereas Ronnie's rendition conveys the adult depression and highlights the depth of the lyrics. Both are incredible. Audible therapy for our fucked up lives. 🖤

[@psychosislove]

I felt this type of depression for most of my childhood. This isn't just adult depression he's portraying. He's portraying the deepest darkest parts of depression; age means nothing. Papa Roach's original version was a song to rock out to when I was growing up. This version of that song I feel is the version that actually shows how I grew up. Angry, scared, crying out for help before it's too late, and for me it almost was.

[@carlsteminger4697]

This comment wins. Well put❤

[@robrichards8836]

I agree. It reminds me of Dee Snyder's strip down version of his own Twisted Sister song We're Not Gonna take it. It goes from the young 'stick it to the man' rebellion type song to a 'when life knocks you down get back up swinging' song

[@Steve-fc4bo]

Great comment. The best part of it is that given the time between the versions... both can be correct for the same person.

[@spiritthingw]

He payed it for him, papa roach loves Ronnie's version

[@jenniferrobb5694]

That first “I’m fine” just kills me every time. He did this so well.

[@shannoncanter3957]

Yessssss❤❤❤❤

[@That1guy1982]

That first "I'm fine" sounds like that moment a person that has been holding everything inside "being strong" just breaks down into a desperate defeated cry.

[@physioleipzig7153]

@@That1guy1982 wow Perfect words for this Moment

[@Grrlwhit2003]

Totally accurate.

[@Vicarious_me87]

Because you know he's NOT fine...

[@LoneWolf-479]

Theres a video on here of Ronnie playing this version for Jacoby (original writer), & Ronnie was genuinly nervous & pacing around. Was really cool to watch.

[@briarrose7016]

It was like the most humble Ronnie has ever been.

[@dropkickpherby6994]

Ronnie's vocals here are tremendous, but I'm also happy that his cover allows us to give Jacoby and Papa Roach their flowers for the tremendous lyricism we all glossed over when this first came out.

[@jeffk1482]

Yep!!! Well said.

[@chrissyjohnson9806]

Yes! This!!!!

[@rtgjr3766]

not of all us some of us heard Jacoby's lyrics loud and clear the original was a song that helped me thru some dark times it let me know I was not alone in my struggles that said you are right that most did miss the msg in this song

[@HiddenBlade]

@@rtgjr3766 that's the problem with most people a lot don't actually listen to the lyrics which i've never understood.

[@v3rent702]

Jacoby saved our child soul, Ronnie saved our Adult soul. The struggling kid/teenager in me is smiling hearing this

[@Lewphi]

Look, I'll say it, I'm a British, 39-year-old, metal head, with tattoo's a beard, and a belly, and due to mental health, this cover, absolutely every single time, makes me sob my eyes out. It's so so fitting for me, it almost describes myself how sometimes I'm happy and then all of a sudden I feel like I'm trapped in my head and nothing seems good anymore, like my mind is playing tricks on me, although my life is good and even fantastic a times, it tricks me into thinking I'm alone, I have nobody, I'm better off not here, even though I have a loving wife and son. The lyrics sang this way drags me into my mind where I'm screaming for help and everyone says it's gonna be fine but I'm not okay and I need help but as the lyrics say "I'm running and I'm crying". Thank you Ronnie for giving me some sort of grounding mechanism to let these feelings out as tears instead of holding them in.

[@InfamousDominion]

I feel that this song is this years “sound of silence” (Disturbed). Incredibly emotional

[@blackoak4978]

I agree that it falls into the same general category of being truer in tone to the lyrics than the original, but I think Disturbed's Sound of Silence had a broader reach than this. I've been in this place l, this song, but this delivery just didn't grab me. It didn't remind me of that place.

[@corden9941]

As a veteran who has suffered from PTSD, depression and anxiety, I can tell you that I have been there. I used to say, "I'm fine" when I really wasn't. My family kept me alive. My son saved my life and he doesn't even know it. Because, "suicide doesn't end the pain, it just passes it to someone else." I'm always here for anyone who needs someone to talk to.

[@OnceUponReddit]

How are you doing now bro?

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

Damn, that's a heavy line. "Suicide doesn't end the pain, it just passes it to someone else." I might steal that and stick it in a song of my own! Hang tough fellow, and thank you for you service, genuinely.

[@fistacuffs_gg]

In the same boat, this song brings out feeling I try so hard to suppress everyday to be strong for my family. I listen to it whenever i need to just spill it out and reset.

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

@@fistacuffs_gg Dude SAME I've never had a song do that to me as an adult. I was brushing my teeth the other day I just THOUGHT about this song and started tearing up! WTF is that?! This is seriously powerful.

[@drej1714]

This is about the 25th time I've heard this song and it never fails to give me goosebumps!

[@ajax1736]

Just 25?? Dem rookie numbers bud. Gotta pump them up!!! (Just kiddin and havin fun)

[@cliff5532]

Omg glad I unsubscribe

[@JohnDL212]

This version just had me crying for so many reasons. The music, his voice, the video ... just pure emotion.

[@cliffscott5195]

"You don't have to have a huge range to reach somebody's heart." I absolutely love that quote, and just from reading the comments under this video, you can see how true it is. There is just something about this song that goes straight to people's hearts. It is a beautiful song, performed in the most relatable, heart-wrenching way. Thank you for your analysis

[@morganhunter3868]

I love when everything starts crumbling and it stops right when the “I can’t go on living this way” it’s very symbolic of him choosing to either fall apart or take control and make it out of his depression. Dude is a master at his craft and a hell of a video producer

[@stephenstott715]

It's not often that a song brings me to tears, but this song is so beautiful, and gut wrenching at the same time, it manages to describe how my life feels at this moment.

[@rysirion_9102]

well said! but if that is how your life feels like, don't gloss over the rest of what she said in this video, mental health is important! Life can be a shithole sometimes, I'm currently not doing so great either due to family issues, but nothing and noone in this world is worth to sacrifice your own well being. You're the only one in your life that has the power to change this, others like me can tell you whatever they want, you have to be the one to want to change your life to the better. And iI firmly believe every person has the power to make their life the greatest they want it to be. Never be afraid to reach out to someone, may it be your family, your friends, or some random moron online.

[@Jessica-cl3mk]

Same

[@ericadkins6310]

That's GROWTH... Reimagining your own music is Amazing. To feel someone else's song that you grew up with and NOW have a genuine grasp of the message behind the song? It SCREAMS growth and self-awareness. And Empathy. He FEELS what they were trying to express, but totally flipped it to make it hit SOOOO much harder.

[@michellemiles9966]

I already know I'm gonna love this reaction. As soon as I heard the song I wanted to Elizabeth to hear it. Finally. YES!! 🥰

[@papasmurf4006]

Same here

[@Eldaaa]

Same lol

[@TylerPrince-t4u]

I've been checking for the last couple weeks to see if she reacted 😂

[@digitalmouse3314]

Same I love this version it's really great it's equivalent is Johnny Cash Hurt it's that good 👍

[@shanepallette]

Same here!

[@jennawhite5466]

I am a metal head at heart, and this was and still is the first Papa Roach song I fell in love with as an angsty teen. THIS version brought me to tears.

[@vandermar1979]

The way I see it as someone who's in their early 40s is that the original fit the way I felt when I was younger, filled with more rage, while Ronnie's version fits the melancholy and desperation that middle age can bring me now. I love both. Great analysis as always and not only does this song bring tears, but your advocacy of mental health and speaking so kindly to your audience about it did too.

[@jasonbrendlinger6071]

This for sure. I was going to say the same thing. You said it first. This song leaves me in tears and I never want to lose how music can do that. I've struggled most of my life with mental health. I love how Elizabeth advocates in such a real way. I'm sorry she had to go through it first, but it's so refreshing to finally hear a truth in that vs. the usual misconceptions. Thank you for that, Elizabeth!

[@bigounce562]

For sure, spot on I think. Ronnie is nearly 40 I think, and I think the original was maybe when the papa roach guys were early-mid 20's.

[@StormChaserDavison]

Well said I’m 41 so I agree in your thought on this song

[@Stefnmaddy]

What a beautiful message Elizabeth. Such a gentle loving expression of support for anyone struggling with mental health issues. Thank you.

[@cobaltfog]

He's said singing comes easily for him now, this was 25 minutes in the studio, a guide track they decided to use. The guy's voice and control's insane.

[@iamkjeld]

I heard that too! Basically one take and out

[@sleepscience_]

lol not even remotely surprising considering how absolutely smothered in autotune and other vocal processing it is

[@jacobdionne4334]

@@sleepscience_you’re clearly delusional if you think this is smothered in autotune

[@TheRedAnvil40]

@@jacobdionne4334I’m literally using Ableton rn with an auto tune plug in, this is clearly NOT auto tuned. Auto tune is pretty obvious, this dude just must be angry at Ronnie for some reason lol.

[@sleepscience_]

“Autotune” these days is generally used colloquially to mean artificial pitch correction, of which there are many different types and methods possible through audio software. Not all pitch correction sounds the same or at all like the cliche autotune sound from the early 00s that I assume you think I’m referring to. To be clear, yes there is clearly a lot of pitch correction and other vocal effects happening on this track, and I think you have to be deluded NOT to hear it. I’d never even heard of this band or Ronnie before hearing this track. I’m sure he’s a fantastic singer. That changes nothing about how grotesque the vocal production is on this to my ear.

[@donaldexley1852]

I do love the part where the instruments almost have an upbeat hope feeling while Ronnie is almost crying in depression then the song starts to take on a rebuild of hope. Great use of the strings and emotion filled vocals. I Have heard a handful of covers that honor the original yet change the message to a more modern look at society, Disturbed Sound of Silence and Johnny Cash Hurt come to mind. I could put these 3 songs on repeat all day long. Great reaction as always!

[@terahmichelle416]

Gotta be honest, immediately came in thinking I was gonna hate it bc I grew up listening to papa roach on the radio & such a big fan of them. Am blown away. This is amazing! Can't wait to listen to this on repeat. Amazing job, Ronnie! And p.s....we will all be fine ❤

[@petepedersen6138]

Thank you so much for talking about mental health. As a person who has struggled with depression and severe anxiety, it is a fight every day, but music has been a big part of me being a tech for over 20 years, and music is a great prescription, and thank you for your channel and all the work you do, your professional views is fun to watch and learn each time, thank you again.

[@papasmurf4006]

Love how Ronnie lowers his tone in a downward spiral as he sings downward spiral!! Amazing!

[@g54b95]

NIN reference. Amazing release. That and 'Pretty Hate Machine' are definitely on my top 20 albums of all time.

[@naynay3710]

Holy hell! I have never heard of this guy! His voice and ability to make you feel that desolation... That whole video was so powerful!

[@Thatskatermetalgirl]

Please listen to his reimagined “the drug in me is you” its beautiful.

[@gearybmxer1]

you should listen/watch Watch The World Burn by these, Ronnie can do ANYTHING with his vocals

[@126brown]

​@@Thatskatermetalgirlyessssss he kills it.

[@dirtbikenike]

This is such a slap in the face to those that hate on Ronnie. He is truly talented. Such an awesome review!!!

[@NarturArkano]

Seems to be an unpopular opinion here, but I can't stand this cover (and often this band). Elizabeth did an excellent analysis and I appreciate that *she* can appreciate the song/vocals/composition, but I'll never like this version. 😕

[@alexarodriguez2696]

@@NarturArkanoyou should’ve kept this one to yourself lol

[@NarturArkano]

@@alexarodriguez2696 Why? Is my dissenting opinion rude or disrespectful? Music is subjective, and if we can't offer our voices when we dislike something, how could we ever believe people who say they like it?

[@tapsofosiris3110]

@@alexarodriguez2696 There is nothing wrong with sharing an opinion.

[@zeromatica]

It’s so nice to see people appreciate Ronnie’s story and talent. Dude gets so much hate from his past but I’ll be seeing FIR for the 3rd time this year in September and there’s not many bands performing to this level live.

[@Turkeythigh420]

I saw them with Pappa Roach a few months ago. Great show.

[@fawnwalker7855]

Seeing them again with A7X in October

[@kirstyferguson6645]

The first time I heard this cover I sobbed. It is such an amazing rendition. His expression of emotion is next level. Such a talented man. Thankyou for the video. It is always a joy to hear your analysis and watch your reaction. The musicians are dressed like that also because they are representations of death.

[@bike4aday]

This version of the song captures that feeling of desperation like nothing else and it's absolutely a visceral physical experience to listen to. Wonderful!

[@stephaniemillsaps7190]

My goodness. I have such respect for the Papa Roach boys, and Falling in Reverse alike. But my heart, my soul....are at a loss for words. This was the most beautiful and powerful song Ive heard in a long time!!! 💜💜💜

[@jenicacrail9989]

I've watched a ton of reactions to this song and yours really blew my mind. You're just awesome.

[@MrDoubled0000]

Every time I watch you do an analysis of a song, I not only gain a better understanding of how someone vocalizes emotion, or the processes of how that are accomplished, or how they are able to intertwine melodies with lyrics; I see and feel and gain wisdom on how to better appreciate music. Art. People. Our existence. You have a carefree honest way of peeling back the layers and opening everyone's eyes to the beauty all around us. ❤

[@maddielkaye]

The movie is Inception!! Also I can’t express how happy and excited I am to watch a reactor who picks up on EVERYTHING! This is exactly how I listened to this song the first time- rewinding over and over again to focus on the different textures and layers and techniques and emotion. Also the fact that you’re admiring it from every point of view!! Nobody else reacts like this, it’s typically from a strictly emotional or technical standpoint. Never both, that I’ve seen anyways. I love that I’ve found someone who reacts the same as I do! So exciting! Much love to you Elizabeth!

[@cheguevara8928]

I was already looking for the ref. to Inception, glad I didn't have to make a new comment!

[@joshuadunn2]

As talented as Ronnie is, I love how humble he can actually be sometimes. When this came out, there was a video that followed soon after of Ronnie meeting with Jacoby of Papa Roach (creator of the original version of Last Resort) to share his reimagined version. The entire time, you can see how nervous Ronnie is. Even though he made this version his own, he really wanted to honor the original version at the same time.

[@jeremyb6479]

That video was adorable seeing how nervous Ronnie was during the entire song. No matter how big of a rock star someone is, they're still human.

[@stan_meow3778]

This version of this song never fails to rip my soul apart. Ronnie’s voice is beyond tremendous and full of raw emotion and desperation. As you stated, he somehow gets better and better as time goes by. Such an incredible vocalist. Going on this gut-wrenching journey is akin to Disturbed’s version of Song Of Silence. It’s something else entirely and you have to pause and soak in everything the lyrics, instruments, and video are conveying. I’ve struggled with my mental health my entire life so this song really speaks to me. I can’t get enough.

[@dash-x]

The end when he’s screaming I’m fine, reminds me of when you have a breakthrough in therapy. Your screaming and sobbing and feeling like everything is wrong, but the pieces are coming back together. Ugh..his work is so beautiful and deep, and emotive! He’s amazing ❤️ I know he’s been through it and really fights for his mental health daily.

[@HunterTheGamer00]

Papa roaches version shows how mad we are as teens and Ronnie’s is how depressed we are as adults

[@MrARogers]

I seen it described as the original was like what a teenager would be going through with heavy thoughts and angry. This version is more of the adult side where life is hitting hard and your just at your end. I feel this description of both songs as i have been through both sides.

[@grimnekropolis8500]

I like describing the original as teenage angst while Ronnie’s version is the adult depression that the angsty teenagers grew into

[@AdventureRachel]

Just wanted to leave a little note to say I love your videos. Esp Hurt and this one.. I suffer with mental health as well and this song hits hard for me, but having you break it down and react to it makes it a song I can now listen to and have a greater understanding. Thank you xxxxx

[@DjDarkD]

My theory on the statues is that they represent the actual music in the mind. Music is the only thing in that world not crumbling, notice how the piano also stays whole throughout the entire video. This rendition is incredible. Almost listen to it every week at least 4 times. Seen 4 or 5 people already react to it, but to be honest I have been waiting for your reaction the most. As I know we'll get way more in depth with your analysis. I had the same feeling, goosebumps all over. He also played this for Jacoby Shadix btw, the original writer/singer of Papa Roach. I am in awe. Gut wrenching is the correct response.

[@Nonya12608]

Love this observation/interpretation.

[@alicenaps234]

May I add that here the statues are white. It's the complete opposite from the black Orchestra in "The Drug in Me is you (Reimagined)". Like Ying and Yang

[@williamutech4055]

The cover is amazing and then your analysis had me crying the entire time. I lost a good Navy friend to suicide back in April and everything about this brought me back to when I got the news and the immediate time afterwards. Thank you.

[@owlplaysgames3910]

Idk if it’s the autism in me, but sometimes I hear something and it hits all the emotions, but I can’t quite figure it out. And listening to you react and explain and slow things down and replay parts helps my brain to really process what’s happening. The next time I hear it, it hits even harder. I was so happy to see this would be covered and you did not disappoint. Thank you for this channel and everything you do.

[@amberlynYT]

I'm the same way! I have to see or hear someone else experience it too and see how they react to better understand my own feelings. (It's definitely my autism xD)

[@iamsomanyppl666]

its not the autism ! Its more probably a trauma related issue

[@thecrimsonwhisker]

I get what you mean, really helps me process it and help it resonate even more.

[@tamipeters6177]

I really think I’m autistic and not bi-polar. The more I learn about it.

[@PolaCaKe890]

Same. The tism

[@michellehellyer1163]

no matter how many times i listen to this,i always end up crying.I am one of those that heard it in earlier years and loved it but more for the music,but now actually hearing the words with Ronnies emotion.As said somewhere,hearing it with more maturity now just hits different❤❤

[@StanleyPain]

Gotta love how a great cover of a song can help you appreciate both the original and the cover more. Last resort, Hurt, Sound of Silence, etc.

[@Grimlock1975]

Sean Rooney's piano and orchestration plus Ronnie's vocals equals top tier music :)

[@AskTheMasked]

I am currently going through some though times so that 9:38 segment of the video really hit me. Thanks for being so supportive, I really needed to hear that today 🙏.

[@roxnroll8050]

I heard this version for the first time ever yesterday. I can't believe I'm in love with this SO much more than the original! I usually hate covers - but this is just frikkin amazing and really tugs the heartstrings.

[@ccarlile02]

Made my day. I've been waiting for you to do this for a couple weeks now :P Ronnie gave us a gift and I will cherish it forever. I've watched tons of reactions on this video and everyone comes to the same result. It hits different. So powerful. Brings the lyrics into a new light.

[@zacckeglee6341]

Some of the best voices and strongest stories come from the most broken people, Ronnie has been there and I would imagine he just puts those feelings into his music. He's definitely great. Love your reactions ❤

[@neanight222]

I would love to see a Papa Roach reaction from you one day, Elizabeth, because they're such an iconic and influential band! 🖤 This cover is so incredibly emotional, it gave me the same level of emotions, goosebumps and tears that Disturbed's "Sound of Silence" cover gave me... I'm a bit overwhelmed right now.

[@moganram6202]

It's not a cover. It is a reimagined piece because besides the lyrics, nothing resembles the original

[@Standridge.Learning]

I find that music is one of the only ways I have to process the things I feel in a healthy way. Watching your emotions in your reaction videos is truly beautiful and healing. Thank you for that.

[@digibirder]

The more different voices express these things, the more different people will hear and understand them, and realize that they are not alone. The mastery that Ronnie has over his voice helps him to express the lyrics and music very purely and directly. They go straight in to you like a laser beam. Brilliant rendition. Thank you Elizabeth for bringing this to the forefront! Marillion made a concept album called "Brave" on the topic of suicide and some of the ways someone can come to be in this place. The complete album is a masterpiece. One of the songs from it is "The Great Escape" and it is also very moving and gut-wrenching.

[@iamcraig85]

The "mastery that Ronnie has over his voice" yet has to use auto tune as a crutch. Why can't people just make their own songs? Jacoby's message was already out there. This "reimagining" songs trend is annoying. If you are going to cover a song, cover the song. Don't make it boring and predictable like 95% of these are. Just making good music luke warm at best

[@ger5956]

⁠@@iamcraig85chill out dude, Jacobi loved this cover and gave Ronnie nothing but praise for this.

[@iamcraig85]

@@ger5956 Im sure he does. It's not a bad cover. It's just lame

[@Werewolf914]

@iamcraig85 I prefer this version because for one not a Papa Roach fan they've got that Limp Bizkit Kid Rock Hip Hop sound that's not my thing. But also heard the original non stop on the Radio back in the day and I'd never known what it was about couldn't tell what Jacoby was even saying, this version and stripping it down to make the Lyrics the focus made me love the song had he just done a copy and paste cover probably wouldn't have cared much for it because I still wouldn't know what it was saying.

[@Werewolf914]

Never heard of Marillion I'll have to look them up

[@HatchetRyda360]

It's crazy that in my teens, when Papa Roach released this, i sang along angry and screaming. Now in my 30s, it brings tears to my eyes. This was truly hauntingly beautiful!

[@metalmark1214]

I was waiting for this one. Falling in Reverse does an excellent job on this cover remake of "Last Resort". Ronnie really has his emotion shine through in this one. The CGI in this video is excellent, the world crashing in around him. I watched a video of Jacoby Shaddix of Papa Roach listening to the remake of song by Ronnie and Jacoby loved it. (On Falling in Reverse site)

[@BeardedKayakFishing]

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[@EmperorSeramir]

Except for that one scene at 9:25 where Ronnie has two shadows going in opposite directions.

[@ConkeyGirl91]

@@Alex393-e5gno what

[@salenareddekopp6221]

So many emotions. Papa Roach’s original version of this song portrays that angst I felt as a depressed teenager, but this version is such an accurate representation of the emotions behind the lyrics. I bawled when I heard this reimagined version; both for myself and my mental struggles but also with an immense amount of pride and respect for Ronnie and his journey and the amount of talent this man possesses. This is just incredible.

[@juvia4216]

no matter how often i listen to this song, or reactions to it, it NEVER fails to get me goosebumps. this never happened to me before, he delivers the feelings for every phrase so much, that it just catches you, even though you may not like this genre.

[@glennquagmire835]

Spot-on! When I first saw this song drop over 3 weeks ago, I wanted your breakdown. It did not disappoint! Awesome analysis to this song/video. Thank you. What an epic rendition of the original song.

[@Blackard84]

I find it so amazing how you've gone from your classical, analytical training of the voice to now where you're even dissecting different types of distortion. I've said it in comments on other reactions to this song, and you said it yourself... the original version was the anger and rage, this version is the desperation and despair of depression. I've gotten goosebumps every time I've watched/listened to this song.

[@odhinnsrunes]

I love the depth you went into in this one. This song gives me goosebumps every single time I hear it. For anyone listening to this and it strikes a chord. YOU ARE FINE! You’ve got this.

[@wintahillvillen6174]

Ronnie shines on these reimagined songs & the way he completely takes it another way! We're lucky to have a dude like that who seems to be in his prime RN! & I only see FIR reaching more & more ppl! I fuckin love this!! 🤘🏻🖤🖤

[@derekhelms5645]

I cannot tell you how much it means to me how you broke this song down. Going through these demons alone is not easy. I don’t have insurance and can’t afford a mental health professional to help me. But your reactions, this one in particular was beautiful, help me get through the day. First time I’ve ever teared up from a reaction. Im honestly at a loss for words right now. I just wanted to thank you. Your videos do a lot for my mental health and I am very thankful I found you when I did.

[@Skyzthlimit]

So beautiful. One of the best covers I've heard. Definitely hits differently now.

[@moganram6202]

It's not a cover. It is a reimagined piece because besides the lyrics, nothing resembles the original

[@MrRaven420]

@@moganram6202 it 100% a cover song he just did it in his own style

[@coreyfrasnelly7364]

It’s a reimagined cover 😁

[@zgo99]

This is the best... the BEST reaction video to this song. Amazing detailed insights from you, as always, Elizabeth. Thank you for this.

[@ChaosDY]

The original is the anger behind the lyrics, while this is the sorrow and pleading behind them. Both are incredibly powerful. Makes me think of Sound of Silence with both Simon and Garfunkels original piece, and David Draimans cover.

[@good_thrifts]

It doesn't matter how many times I hear this, I cry. Also, I just heard you on Nik Nocturnal's channel for the Nightwish song and it brought me here. So glad!

[@GingerBeardedGaming]

This version of last resort is incredible! Gives me chills every time at how beautifully it is sang!! Really makes the lyrics stand out in a whole new level 🔥❤️ And also amazing reaction as always!!!

[@nickyjadee2519]

As someone whose had depression for a long time over 10 years as a kid and now as a adult I can say ronnies music is one reason why I haven’t killed myself but helped worth through my pain

[@Micxhxael]

Saw Ronnie with Jacoby in Maine last summer and as someone who had been listening to them since their beginnings, it was just wonderful. Great musicians, amazing performances, and so well connected and bonded to their audiences. Hollywood Undead nailed their set as well.

[@acedailey8736]

Great reaction!!! Ronnie is quite good.. he has grown into that voice well.. blows me away..

[@andrewsklein81290]

This song has it all. Its everything to me right now. Wow. Goosebumps, tears, and absolutely gut wrenching beauty. I can barely sing the song its rings so true, theres too much emotion in my throat to let it out. But its so beautiful. Thanks Papa Roach. Thanks Ronnie, thanks The Charasmatic Voice. Truly a hard song to not cry to.

[@megandonaldson1354]

Having seen this live in my adolescents and understanding the anger and rage. Growing up facing each "never happened before" event after event.... losing a friend at 14 to suicide, this song blasted through my life. This version, as late 30s hits my momma of a kiddo with needs heart and almost losing him at 12 to the desperation of suicidal ideation.

[@litafirestorm3542]

Elizabeth - I love this rendition of the song. It is so poignant and powerful. Ronnie does amazing things with his voice to convey the emotion that he is feeling. As someone who has suffered long with anxiety and depression, this rendition speaks to me and fills my heart with acceptance, knowing that other people feel the same. I cried the very first time I heard it and your reaction has brought back that flood of emotion from my first listen. A few things that you mentioned in your video: >I believe the movie that you are looking for is called Inception. > I believe that the chamber group is wearing grey because all of the colors in the video are also gray and muted, thus they are following in line with that. I believe that when you suffer from depression and struggle with yourself in this manner, the world loses its color and the dull tones in the video represent that loss. Another vocalist that does well to convey the pain that they feel through their voice is Maria Brink from In This Moment. I would like to suggest the song the fighter. Maria has a long history of abuse from a family member and she has done well to turn that pain into an amazing career. I would love to hear your take on her voice, and as a bonus, the video is a head shot of her singing. Thanks!

[@KillTheCrownSTW]

Love your analysis and yes maria brink is great

[@CaffeineNightOwl]

mr. radkes voice and control are so fantastic. he is able to transport all these emotions to the listener. it hits .... hard! and the stripped down instrumentation in the beginning and middle also help thank you also for your helpful words, elizabeth.

[@missinbrain]

I just saw Falling in Reverse a few days ago and I was amazed by how expressive Ronnie is live. He doesn’t just sing notes…he makes you FEEL the emotions with you. And it’s not all depressing…some of it is really, really angry. Some of it is irreverent (well…a lot of it is!), some of it is just plain silly. I was already a fan but seeing him live gave me even more appreciation for how much he brings in his own headspace to each performance. I highly recommend for anyone who has a chance to see them.

[@daviddunse7307]

YES! I've seen them a few times, but it's been too long... like 7-8 years I'm pretty sure. Ronnie is always an incredible front man. haha often makes me wonder how much ETF regrets not waiting for him to get out of prison 🤷‍♂

[@nickyvanderlinden8203]

I love that you took some time out of the analyzing part and talked about mental wellbeing. People really need that stuff. I always say "not being oke is oke"

[@johncarpenter3751]

I would love to hear Pappa Roach cover this song

[@kylebanks13]

Is this a Johnny cash nine inch nails situation lol

[@zachcollins4442]

@@kylebanks13 Johny Cash knocked Hurt out of the water, and no other version has compared, even from NIN (which was also a great version).

[@Celeste-.-marie]

They've talked about collaborating on it together

[@wezbian88]

I hope you mean in this style 😬

[@Celeste-.-marie]

@wezbian88 yes! In the video of Ro nie showing those version to Jacoby for the first time, Ronnie said "I want you in on this" or something along those lines 😀

[@HeatherColemanYoga]

I absolutely LOVE this song, this video, and am even more in awe of Ronnie Radke's genius as an artist, storyteller, and REAL person. I love the imagery and how when he "admits"- sings he's not fine, the buildings regenerate, fire reverses- we see a zoomed out earth- maybe our planet will be ok, even if everything has fallen apart- in reverse- do artists who are this pure and authentic even know on day one, when they name their bands, the full meaning they are meant to deliver to us? Perhaps not- but Ronnie Radke is someone we need. People need this music

[@Aenashi]

Papa roach never gave me shivers and tears like this version did.

[@robertdavis487]

For recognizing a person's struggle is the best u could ever do to help. Thank you. Life can be very hard . I'm there now

[@stoned9017]

Finally! Been waiting for this!

[@LTSketch3014]

I've been struggling with depression ever since I was a child, I'm now 31, and I can't help but cry when I hear this sing because it the closest thing I've heard that expresses what my mind goes through.

[@FarmBuilder]

As young men we went to war with the Papa Roach version blasting. As my generation is getting older and reflecting on loss & life this hits a completely different way. Mad props to Ronnie for bringing this home.

[@BeingBetter]

This is the best cover of this song that exists. Ronnie Radke interprets it beautifully.

[@deannamarie8389]

This song connected to SO many of us when Papa Roach released it, that's how like an entire generation felt at that moment in time. For some people it was just cool music, and that's fine, but for others it made us feel like somebody finally understood us and how we felt. I'm glad the lyrics are so clear and easy to understand in this version, the words to this song are really deep. Ronnie Radke has been through hell and back, he and his band deserve every bit of success they have achieved. Ronnie has such an amazing vocal range.

[@xxmonkeywarrior97xx]

There is a version of this song on youtube where its just ronnies voice no instruments. Its good to hear how talented ronnie is vocally

[@joaoandrecosta3181]

Never usually comment, but had to say thank you for your comments about facing depression... Been with that pressure for the last 20 years, it helped a little hearing this music and your comentary.

[@gregorr226]

This song is such a perfect representation of my life right now. When this song frist came out 23 years ago my mental health was raging at the time. The original was perfect for that time in my life. Now, i'm just so tired, so sad, so defeated. This reimagined version, along with the video, puts it all into perspective. I just this week started a partial hospitalization program for anxiety/depressio and ptsd. So the sadness, the ups and downs in the vocals and the rebuilding at the end is my life right now. Music is such an amazing source of dialogue that sometimes we ourselves can not find. I've always believed that a song, comes into your life at just the right time to express what your feeling and for me this one is it.

[@ajbungah30]

All the very best brother

[@biancarose5180]

Sorry for your struggles.

[@vas729]

One of the most incredible covers/reimagining of a song I have ever heard. Kudos Ronnie, kudos!

[@tonigray2319]

I had goosebumps this whole song and fought back tears. I loved the original but this is another level of emotion.

[@tinaharding4632]

OMG! I discovered you through your reimaging of Last Resort just last night on the radio. Hadn't even heard 2 lines before I had to find out who this amazing voice (that has given me goosebumps!) belongs to. Last Resort is already 1 of my top 10 favorites of all time so of course I had to watch your official video version. I don't know if I can properly express how deeply your music has affected me!! That song, your energy, your voice, your angst & your essence that you put into that song is perfect. It is so rare when one can do a melody better than the composer & you did so much more than just make it better you made it so perfect it totally undid me!! I'm 56 years old & a song hasn't given me goosebumps AND made me cry, at the same time, in over 40 years! I'm not talking about a single tear running down my cheek either, I'm talking ugly sobbing, can't catch my breath, snot bubbles n all!!! I almost ended up on the floor, thank you! Thank You!! THANK YOU!!! I've been marathoning your stuff & basically stalking you ever since. Damn dude, but you are just plain n simply the most amazing individual I have ever had the pleasure of stalk-um, I mean-researching! You are truly a testament to the power of determination!! I applaud you, how6r you've survived, what you've accomplished & who you are!!!! You are our Modern Day version of Cinderella, sans the mice n shit, lol. Seriously though, you really are the epitome of the Underdog overcoming. All the disadvantages you have surmounted to be where you are now, it's mind boggling!!! I have also spent time incarcerated & your example gives me hope. Something I haven't had for far too long! Maybe some day I might, possibly, be able to redeem myself too, hopefully. Thank you, again, for the gift of you! I feel it's only fair to warn you that: No good deed goes unpunished. & giving me hope is one Hella Good Deed, so look over your shoulder. In ever growing respect & adoration, take care. Your #1 Stal-uh, Fan Elf (Tina Harding) P.S. Turns out we were in prison at the same time 😂

[@S-vv9vk]

Geeeee lady

[@sw_elian]

This band never disappoints. This cover is just perfect, and Ronnie's voice is just unreal. 🙏🏻

[@moganram6202]

It's not a cover. It is a reimagined piece because besides the lyrics, nothing resembles the original

[@xxskeletonmanxx]

@@moganram6202during the creation of the original song it was played on piano before they decided to play the riff on guitar

[@evilfearsME]

Unreal is right youll never see him ever sing like anything close to this in a live show performance and that's cause he cant

[@kheldaregaming339]

Thank you! this is the first time I actually heard the lyrics clearly! again, Thank you. Also Good mental health message.

[@ImmaMooCow]

The first time I heard this version, I was bawling my eyes out by the end of it. The best way I have seen the 2 versions compared was, "Papa Roach's version was for us as angry kids or teenagers, and Falling in Reverse's is for us now as struggling adults." It really explains alot. Papa Roach's version was more upbeat, hype, and angry, whereas Falling In Reverse's is slowed down and gut wrenching, especially when Ronnie makes it sound like he's breaking down near the end.I've struggled with stuff like this going about 14-15 years now. It's not an easy battle. Still surprised I'm still here to be honest.

[@chrissyjohnson9806]

This is beautiful and the visuals are wow!!!! Gave me chills watching it play out.

[@BeardedKayakFishing]

Love Papa Roach and love this cover. I watched the video Jacoby made where he listened to the sample with the lead singer of Falling in Reverse. Awesome stuff. Love how Papa Roach is getting exposure to new fans.

[@jane28081749]

A little late on this one but thank you so much for this and every other video! I am not a good music listener (not in a literal, more in a technical way) and you help me, to understand the music I love so much better! Also music in general.

[@ericroberts2393]

there's a video on the Falling In Reverse youtube page of Ronnie showing the cover to Jacoby and the rest of Papa Roach band and you can tell he is extremely nervous, like he is shaking the whole time they are listening to the song. Jacoby and everyone loved the cover. Ronnie makes a comment about him and Jacoby preforming the song together as well.

[@PsychoCPU]

I just watched this! He was SO nervous but Jacoby was just grooving the entire time and loved it.

[@Christractions]

Well as one who has also struggled with the demons of mental health and still does on certain days but i have found myself currently in a better place and am going through therapy myself just to keep that positive mindset and to hear you say that you have battled those things as well and came out on the other side of it, kudos to you Elizabeth. Also that is why I started up a channel here on KZbin informing people about mental health and to give people a place to go if they need to talk without fear of being stigmatized.

[@1979Beyond]

The original song was a banger of course with high energy and dance floor worthy but this... this is on another level. absolutely an amazing cover with emotion, feels and truly brings out the lyrics in the song.

[@moganram6202]

It's not a cover. It is a reimagined piece because besides the lyrics, nothing resembles the original

[@1979Beyond]

@@moganram6202 Not to take away from the fact that this is a masterpiece, but its still a cover for lack of better terms. look at a lot of the people on the voice and such or agt.... they do a cover of a song but a lot of times the arrangement is totally different and they make the song their own to the point where its better at times. Or even Johny cash's "hurt" totally new song but still a cover essentially

[@Rogue0257]

I must thank you Elizabeth. It took me a while, I've been stuck in my ways, but you did introduce me to these guys.