Shinedown "45" REACTION & ANALYSIS by Vocal Coach / Opera Singer

You all spoke and I heard, we're not done with Shinedown just yet. Brent Smith's vocals stunned me in "Simple Man" and I wanted to hear more. So here we are with "45", and song rife with emotion and discusses the difficult subject of suicide that hits me deeply.
Join professional opera singer Elizabeth Zharoff, as she listens to Shinedown performing "45” live for the first time.
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Performed by Shinedown - Words and Music by Brent Smith, Tony Battaglia
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Elizabeth Zharoff is an international opera singer and voice coach, with 3 degrees in voice, opera, and music production. She's performed in 18 languages throughout major venues in Europe, America, and Asia. Currently based somewhere between Los Angeles and Tucson, Arizona, Elizabeth spends her days researching voice, singing, teaching, writing music, and recording TONS. She also plays Diablo and Dungeons & Dragons.
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[@TheCharismaticVoice]

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[@stacyhuff8108]

I just got my spooky raglan. Can't wait to wear it!

[@nicolascardillo7615]

Please Reacts to "I'll Follow You" (Live) captured in The Live Room by Shinedown

[@ImpmanPDX]

I would love it if you looked in to a group called "The Reign of Kindo". The vocalist is quite good and they have a wonderful mix of styles. "The Hero, Saint, Tyrant, Terrorist" is a good one to start with!

[@damonmiller8118]

45 is a hand gun

[@elizabethwarren8927]

You need to do one of Falling in Reverse's songs. Singer Ronnie Radke his newer songs are a lil better. Also Black veil Brides Andy biersack...

[@PhilthyG13]

As great as this performance is I feel this is not Brent’s best vocal rendition of this song. It seems he’s most definitely protecting his voice here because in the original version he goes all out. You should definitely check out the album version both with the band, which is a more hard hitting tune and specifically the acoustic version. Those are where he sounds best imo.

[@theeuphioanswer770]

I agree it's not his best version, but I appreciate how he can do the same song in different ways and they are all great in their own ways

[@ericd1632]

I could not agree more. You are spot on

[@dustinshadle732]

He did have a pretty bad head cold here.

[@meghanmonroe]

100% agree. Not a great representation of the song.

[@GordoDustin]

Couldn't agree more. Brent shot himself in the foot with their first two albums because he can't sing it live and it results in people like myself being disappointed.

[@YellowIcicle]

Be sure to also check out the acoustic studio version. It’s extremely raw and powerful.

[@bythesea207]

Agreed. Most of their acoustic studio versions of songs they release are really fantastic. 'Save Me' and 'Some Day' are also great

[@lauritzenandreas]

+1. God damn he can sing

[@jackclj]

I'm so sad she did not choose the acoustic version. His highs are so powerful. In this version everything is brought down to preserve his voice. Knowing what the album's acoustic version is, everything here is underwhelming, although still very good and on point.

[@YellowIcicle]

@@jackclj +1. The studio versions definitely blow this one out of the water.

[@Lokbatch]

Thats the one I was hoping she would do. The way he sings the intro on this version I was not a fan of.. To fast and to nasely

[@MrSlackerjoe]

In this version, Brent is singing in a safe way to keep from straining his vocals. I'm not saying this is a bad version but it definitely is not as heart felt as the original studio version. You have to hear the studio version to feel the emotion of the lyrics.

[@Countryboybiker]

I think he’s singing to his instrumentation. It’s acoustic. He clearly pushes it at will during this song. He’s grown so much since that album was released. I’ve seen them play this live fully plugged in and electric and he pushes it just fine.

[@leslieblasier6792]

At this time of his life he was getting off of drugs and trying to turn around his unhealthy habits and weight gain from kicking the habit that was effecting his health along with his vocals. He got very candid about this time in his life during one of their shows I get to be at.

[@920WASHBURN]

Is that what it is? Cuz he doesn't look very healthy.

[@jasonwonderinthelight8098]

i concur.

[@gr8momssaybadwords]

“Call Me” is a beautiful wonderful example of his vocal talent.

[@christinejanis6552]

I love that one!

[@racheldepuew2514]

Honestly, I think the studio version is a much better display of his vocals. He stays up in the higher notes more and does some amazing runs. Gives the song a lot more punch and a lot more feeling. Give it a listen. I’m curious what your thoughts will be.

[@twisted2291]

This one is a bit watered down. Either the studio version or the Acoustic versions really show his power he has with this song.

[@marcab71]

@@twisted2291 You both are exactly right. The power of the first outhing is much better. Please excuse my spelling i'm french canadian... :-)

[@Jaws1015]

My guess for the limited range is he can no longer hit the notes like that live anymore. I was definitely missing those high notes at the end.

[@aaronsaas2048]

I just kept getting disappointed that it wasn't the studio version.

[@jackandcoffee1145]

@@Jaws1015 I could be wrong, but it's my understanding that he can still hit those notes, just not night after night on tour.

[@89ludeawakening1]

The actual studio version and acoustic studio versions are amazing too. The original has a different feel to it as well. He pronounces some words differently and emphasizes them more. You REALLY need to listen to Call Me (especially acoustic) and Heroes.

[@pete2v]

It's a great point. Early in his career he had lots of problems caused by his singing style, at some point after the first tour he took lessons, it made a slight change to his sound, but preserved his voice.

[@brandoncrow3741]

I love Call Me. Makes me cry every time. 👌

[@brunomarandini9149]

Call me (Acoustic version) is a masterpiece!

[@BUD420MAN]

I actually Prefer the studio version.. some songs are just soo hard to recreate live, they have to rework it for live performance, especially an intimate acoustic setting. I'm sure there is just some artistic changes that they do like this video obviously has, but a lot has to do with saving the voice for consistency through the whole performance. Plus these are usually recorded for DVD release or Box Set. I seen Shinedown live a long time ago and his voice was not in top shape then and had to make compromises just to make it through the whole set. They still rocked tho!!!

[@MegaJufy]

I dont understand why they didn't replicate the echo/repeat parts from the studio version.

[@webby8917]

“Save Me” by Shinedown is an amazing song you should look into. Another song about struggles (for him personally but the music video shows others as well). Thanks and awesome job as always!

[@buberoini]

Yes please!! Save me and 45 are probably my favorite songs from shinedown, and watching her get excited over them is like I'm falling in love with the song all over again

[@TheBrokenShelf]

They have a live version of save me, just the singer and a guitar player in a white room and his voice seems to be a little worn out. The way he sings around it and through it makes the song even better to me. Worth a dig to find, though I feel like it would be at the top of a KZbin search

[@Crypto_Crazy]

@@TheBrokenShelf 100% agree. This was the studio UGO performance that they did a great while back.. Back when Jasin Todd was the lead guitarist. Not only did Brent Smith kill it in this version but Jasin had a way of playing any guitar, acoustic especially, that was just in harmonious agreement with Brent's voice and energy. I highly recommend looking up the studio UGO performance of "save me". It's definitely my all time favorite performance by the duo.

[@Crypto_Crazy]

By the way, I don't mean to take any credit away from Zach Meyers and what he's capable of or any of the rest of the band for that matter. Zach's an amazing guitarist as well. You all are amazing and you guys will always be my favorite rock band. For real.. I've been cheering you guys on since album 1 and I'll be here 'til your last. Thank you guys for your music

[@Celeste-.-marie]

One of my favorites

[@evilmandrake]

I'll put my Shinedown recommends first: "Crow and the Butterfly" is amazing, but I think my favorite is "What a Shame." The first time I heard this song was at my first concert, Shinedown was headlining, but it was a pact line up. Instantly, I fell in love with this song. That said, I don't think there is a Shinedown song I don't like.

[@kevinrich5312]

I agree. I think “What A Shame” is my favorite as well. The way the song builds in intensity is amazing! Gives me goosebumps every time!

[@tomcanningmusic4923]

what a shame is one of the best studio vocals i've ever heard, definitely reaction worthy

[@Yeahbutwhy1]

One amazing and underrated song from Shinedown is "Shed Some Light". They played it in this show in Kansas and it's just mindblowing.

[@bythesea207]

There's a studio version of Shed Some Light featuring Lzzy Hale that is incredible

[@ianhmz]

Agreed! "Shed Some Light" is gorgeous!

[@caruuso758]

This one is amazing! If i remember correctly he tells the story of how Shed Some Light became his fathers favourite Shinedown song, and i can tell why that is! Beautiful song!

[@brittanypogue3730]

@@bythesea207 whaaaaaat?! Definitely looking into this ❤

[@tweetert.9978]

Please do Shed Some Light or Atmosphere. Two of my favorite songs from Us and Them, their 2nd album.

[@dillonsmith9097]

Brent tells a story about how it’s not actually about suicide. It’s about being stuck in a certain mindset and not being able to see what’s all really around you. Like looking down the barrel of a gun instead of seeing what’s around it.

[@valeriepallotta4784]

Yes!! His voice goes right through my soul. Love them so much. My son was a Veteran who lost his battle with PTSD and ended his life at the age of 25. He was 25. This song hits me HARD. He is the one who introduced me to Shinedown. He had the best taste in music

[@zombiiesque]

Sending you so much love. I'm so sorry. I pray he's at peace now.

[@valeriepallotta4784]

@@zombiiesque thank you! Knowing he is at peace, believing in my heart he is at peace is what helps me get through this grief.

[@SeanEnginetechnology]

​@@valeriepallotta4784I am so sorry for your loss. Holding back as I type 😢 God bless you, and I without a doubt know he is in a far better place, it's just we are the one's who still suffer.. múch love

[@Sylvan_dB]

Did you catch the slight change in the lyrics. The piece starts "staring down the barrel of a 45" is very dark, and hard to see anything else that might be positive, but the end is "staring down a 45". That's very different. "Staring down" is a challenge, in this case, challenging the darkness of the 45, and "staring it down" to a victory, "I'm still alive."

[@joeb4142]

Nice 👍🏻

[@AhHereWeGo]

I'm pretty sure you're reading into it a little more than you need to. You can quite literally stare down the barrel of a a gun, and in this case, a .45acp handgun, and see the bullet. I think he means he is LITERALLY staring down the barrel of a 45.

[@Peachy36801]

actually Its not about a gun or suicide. Its a metaphor. She could have looked up what the song was actually about.

[@jimgreg2950]

Wow that’s pretty deep…I think that it’s more about personal pain and debating on weather or not to pull the trigger. It’s fairly clear on what he was talking about. But hey your thoughts on it are great though

[@TheRogueMan27]

@@Peachy36801 music isn't black and white, it's interpretation is to the listener.

[@fenderfox5080]

If you haven't heard the original acoustic version of 45 you should definitely listen to it. This version is great but his vocals on the acoustic version is unbelievable. The acoustic will always be a favorite.

[@N8TheSnake]

Elizabeth recommend finding the original studio version and giving it a listen. In this live video he's taking plenty of liberties with the chord structures of his vocals as they relate to the rest of the music. The original is almost completely different from a harmonic standpoint. Great tune, great band.

[@melissastruxness512]

And much better as well as the acoustic version

[@bryancrisp9710]

Yes! He uses a lot more of a soaring vocal line in the original. I think it would blow her away. For a live concert he's probably saving himself a little, especially given this is a lighter, acoustic performance.

[@redstarmn9308]

Yeah,I was not a fan of this one, overdone and lost power.

[@Krimako]

@@redstarmn9308 100% agree, so much lost build up and missed emotion in this version for me. Doesn't make it a bad song, just not the impactful song it was originally.

[@timmarkley9309]

I agree. I kept expecting the high notes and he wasn't going there in this version. This is still an excellent version though.

[@Orifiel666]

"If You Only Knew" Is one of my favorites by them, as well as "Get Up". "Get Up" changed and saved my life.

[@Bookwitchery]

I discovered the song "Get Up" after my husband passed away suddenly in 2018. It's heavy in a lot of my playlists now. Definitely a powerful song.

[@wesleyritchey7450]

Daylight, I know it’s new, but first heard it live. I fell in love with the words and music. I use it to remind me to appreciate all of those that care for me. Especially my girlfriend, she’s definitely seen the devil in me. Very bad nights and such. She still loves me, and me her. She’s most certainly kept me alive. She may not fully understand it, but she handles my severe depression dammed well!

[@BIGGOTOR1046]

Depression and suicidal thoughts are always in my life. It’s hard to go on some days, but music is my medicine too help me go on. Finding your channel and being able to understand music better than I have ever done before helps a lot. Keep up the great work and opening my eyes to see the beauty in music.

[@michaelkennedy9241]

I'm with you Bill I find solace and healing in music everyday.

[@timboslice3755]

Right there with you man! Always a struggle.... one day at a time my friend🙂

[@bethellen1962]

Thanks for sharing your struggle.

[@biopnumonic4676]

The studio version of this is so much more powerful than this one to me. That being said brent and shinedown make a truly amazing band in my opinion. I'd love to hear more reactions of them. Maybe "Second Chance" next time.

[@travisprugh6347]

the two times i saw them sing this live were a bit closer to the studio version. once in 2006 and again in 2020. Seems like his voice was a little wore out here so he was limiting it.

[@derekhammon7768]

He also does a better acoustic version. This one doesn't do it justice.

[@dalechristel6943]

@@travisprugh6347 unfortunately, they’ve taken some of these more vocally challenging songs out of their live performances. (I dare you, for example). His voice has definitely lost a bit over the years

[@Brando-_-440]

@@dalechristel6943 yeah he has covered this issue and attributed it to his weight gain at the time, he has since lost the weight

[@davidbade929]

Brent Smith is incredible. Without a doubt on my Mt Rushmore of vocalists. This man could sing the phone book and I would be mesmerized.

[@amandadee412]

Same!!

[@nicholeginsberg9704]

💯💯💯💯💯

[@justinlehnert9667]

You, ma’am are a national treasure. You’re extremely observant to all of the little nuances of the artist and obviously very good at what you do. I genuinely enjoy watching your videos. Cheers.

[@jameshill3153]

Just watching her think things through, is a delight, I think because she is honest with not the least bit of guile present in her. I hope that nothing ever causes her to lose that.

[@thomasoconnor2703]

Would love to see you react to “the crow and the butterfly” I feel it’s an incredibly underrated song

[@gibby03exe79]

Totally agree, definitely a good one.

[@dawn1568]

Thank you!! Totally agree its extremely underrated!!

[@flirty_thirty]

Especially the Acoustic omg he sounds amazing

[@gibby03exe79]

@@dawn1568 that is definitely the better version!

[@cearaedwards1961]

His voice has always stirred me. I love him in Shinedown and with him in smith and Myers. They are amazing vocalists and musicians and writers. His rendition of simple man is my all time favorite. It was very popular after I had my first son. He is just amazing. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@aidaneckart5054]

Every single song on their Sound of Madness album is perfection. By far my favorite album of all time. And that's a huge statement for me.

[@ericd1632]

Great choice Elizabeth! While I prefer both the original and acoustic studio versions of the song, this version is great as well! I sincerely hope for your next Shinedown song you react to the music video for "The Crow and the Butterfly"! Amazing song with an incredible vocal performance by Brent. The video is great as well. I think you'll dig it 🙂

[@Man-vs-Metal]

I love that song too. "I never thought you would slip away" I was so foolish.

[@sheldonb9002]

@@Man-vs-Metal “Your words still serenade me, Your lullabies won't let me sleep I've never heard such a haunting melody.”

[@gizzy2403]

Brent said recently when asked " What's th hardest song to sing live?" He said The Crow & Butterfly for sure ( vocally difficult not emotionally) Its an awesome song & 1 of my favs of theirs

[@meghanmonroe]

That's my favorite Shinedown song, as well.

[@JustinRoberts217]

Brent's voice is easily one of the best out there today. Their newer album Attention Attention is super heavy but in a different direction. Highly recommend a listen

[@andrewdemarco3512]

You really need to hear their song "monsters". The music video especially is so emotional. Its a song about everyone having their internal monsters to fight (in his case his addiction). His switch from verses to chorus are so good in that. The visuals of the music video also tell a story and its hard not to cry.

[@Etrieys]

PLEASE do "I'll Follow You", "Amaryllis" or "Sound of Madness". Shinedown is a super special band to me, and I'd love to hear your breakdown on some of their songs that hit the hardest for me.

[@wildlyawakened]

I'll Follow You is one of my favorites by Shinedown! Also Unity!!

[@melissastruxness512]

I agree Sound of Madness is a far better song

[@landontoney]

I'm here for the sound of madness and Diamond Eyes

[@dougsparks66]

"I'll follow you" is exhilarating...it can singlehandedly turn your day around. "Fly From the Inside" is way underrated.

[@xfrostyresonance8614]

@@landontoney gotta love Diamond Eyes, it's the song that got me into them after hearing Deftones' Diamond Eyes and wondering if Shinedown did a cover of it

[@talliskr49]

Lost my son 4 years ago. He didn’t want to live anymore. A rifle. This gives insight to his possible feelings. Thank you. Hard to watch, but healing.

[@justinsouthworth1783]

First of all, you're a genius. Your insight into the technical aspects of singing are definitely insightful and your ability to articulate your analyzes and opinions is unmatched. I have only watched two of your videos so far, the other being "Simple Man" also by Shinedown which, in my opinion, is the greatest vocal performance in the history of rock n roll. However, I have to agree with the comment below in that you absolutely have to check out the album version of this song even if you don't do a reaction video for it. I know you can truly appreciate this man's voice and it is on full display in the album version.

[@MatthewMaranell]

This lady is so animated....her intrigue is contagious....I love it ... she's addicting to watch and slightly adorable...

[@tannerravsten7189]

The whole Amaryllis album is amazing. I love the title track, Through The Ghost, and Miracle. Those would definitely be worth a listen to.

[@davidtaylor1299]

I'm so used to the power of his vocals on the studio version, but the way he sings in this version goes really well with the music.

[@Girsaurus]

Love to see you do "Second Chance " that is what really helped them take off and got them well known.

[@BruceBrannock]

At least I know I'm not the only one that gets a shiver down the spine when you hear him sing. I see it in your face Elizabeth :-)

[@KITTKATT11]

45 is a metaphor for the things in life that we go through, Brent explains this in the beginning of the song, how the song isn't about a gun. Our 45 maybe an illness, a loss, anything that seems impossible to overcome! I hope viewers understand this! 🙏❤️💖

[@WhiteDevil-du8ne]

It means whatever a person wants it to mean, just like all art.

[@beat0n147]

@@WhiteDevil-du8ne did you watch the OG video? the story he tell before starting the song hits hard.

[@WhiteDevil-du8ne]

@@beat0n147 I know his meaning behind the lyrics.

[@theeuphioanswer770]

I always viewed this song as a young man becoming a father

[@danielmann5427]

@@WhiteDevil-du8ne if it means whatever a person wants it to mean, than it's not telling a story. Stories are filled with concrete things and ideas . It's not an abstract song.

[@sheldonb9002]

A reaction video to Shinedown’s Crow and Butterfly would be amazing!

[@baconman9437]

I'd love to see you do some older Avenged sevenfold songs. Particularly "I won't see you tonight" part one and two! Please! Love your content!!!!

[@damienshirey8080]

YES for sure.

[@ksnarks]

Oh my god. Part 1 is my go to song due to memories with my sons father who passed away. If she reacted to that….. I’d be super excited. Great recommendation!!!! So glad to see others who even know that song 🥰😇

[@nightsgrow6575]

Yes omg M has such a wonderful voice and he uses it so well

[@nicholasconner8671]

Yes, save me also excellent

[@MrWorld46]

Plzplzplz

[@R3dRabb1t]

This song help me so much during some of the darkest moments of my life. Shinedown as a whole is one of the best bands I've ever seen. I would highly suggest the song "Get Up". I think your spot on on the bands messages of finding a way to keep living, it's even reflected in how they say farewell at the end of shows "it's never goodbye, it's just till next time". Much love for spotlighting this song

[@hulkslayer626]

I DO appreciate live performances, and if I never heard the studio version, this would be an amazing performance. But I HAVE heard the studio version... and this pales in comparison! Sooooo much power! An absolutely amazing song and soooo powerful! You owe it to yourself to listen to it 👍

[@ericd1632]

Could not agree more

[@rong.2457]

I concur…

[@malix11gaming10]

If You Only Knew by Shinedown is one of my personal favorites.

[@caseyalbiero7004]

You should do more recent songs by them, you'll love them. Also Brent's vocal abilities are at his peak right now in my opinion

[@apokw]

brent would be so cool to be interviewed here! He is one of the nicest guys!

[@dmken7244]

Brent Smith and Doug Robb both sing on Apocalyptica's 'Not Strong Enough'. I'd love to hear you opinions on how the two sing the same song differently making it their own.

[@scottp3169]

Excellent choice my man.....

[@pete2v]

Didn't even think of that, great call.

[@sportsmom165]

Brent blew him away!! Not even in the same category.

[@YasminFachinelli]

Yes!!!

[@carolynboone9166]

@@scottp3169 yes!!

[@shonijodway9317]

I think every Shinedown fan on here or even moderate fans will all agree that the Acoustic Studio version is the one you need to here.

[@gregoriodecker2692]

In my house is the best version of 45 and simple man IMHO

[@craighenry2351]

Wrong, the song is intense lyrically and no acoustic version could ever do that justice. The electric studio version is how the song should be heard.

[@shonijodway9317]

@@craighenry2351 well, I'm not wrong, music just like taste, is subjective. I believe that the studio acoustic has the most powerful performance of his voice. You simply disagree with that.

[@tkjsandor]

I love him live, but the album version of this song is so much more powerful!

[@jonathanhaller4899]

"I'll Follow You", "Not Strong Enough", and "Not Mad Enough" are three of my favorites from Brent. He is an outstanding talent, and I really enjoy your breakdown of his music. Keep up the great work.

[@stephenransleben2318]

I do like this live performance, however the album version.hits me harder.

[@craighenry2351]

That’s because this is heavy emotion and it needs to have heavier music to support that.

[@amandadee412]

Agree

[@Kank7605]

I love that you've discovered Shinedown and are enjoying them so much. I highly recommend their cover of Adele's 'Someone Like You' from their acoustic studio set.

[@cap873]

"The Crowe & The Butterfly" is truly a great one!

[@mxndxlorixn4132]

Second Chance by Shinedown is a beautiful song. I highly recommend it. The vocals are amazing.

[@V4lha11a]

in every performance brent smith always brings this song with a different color.

[@willl84]

You need to do Through The Ghost and What A Shame as well. Brent is an underrated powerhouse

[@jackandcoffee1145]

Second for both, but especially 'What a Shame.'

[@RenegadeSkyNinja]

What A Shame happens to be a heavy contender for my favorite song.

[@willl84]

@@RenegadeSkyNinja what a shame is a criminally underrated song

[@mountaingator7673]

What A Shame is a truly amazing song and Brent's vocals on it are truly soul-wrenching.

[@SusanLee-ei4vb]

Chills.....Brent Smith brings chills to this song. Sadness but hope.

[@lmock04]

Cannot recommend enough their video Shinedown In Your House. It's just Brent and a guitar performing Simple Man and its incredible

[@damocles420]

Love you that you not only intellectualize and break apart music... you genuinely feel it too. Awesome.

[@kimberlyjohncox272]

So excited you're doing this one!! Brent Smiths voice is so amazing!!

[@lawrencehubbard2985]

I deployed to Iraq in 2004 to 2005 for 13 months and was wounded in combat three times. I held my friends hand and talked to him as he iay dieing. I watched 35 children get blown up and die along with adults and four of friends loss limbs. I returned from Iraq to having 22 major surgeries, suffering damage to my brain causing severe migraines were I get 60 to 90 shots of Botox in my head every 90 days, suffering pulmonary problems, compressed spine & neck, broken jaw, burns to my face & hands, numerous other medical problems, depression and PTSD. I have attempted suicide numerous times. I have been fired from jobs because of being handicapped. Left with the hollow feeling of way do I go on. I have been a huge Shinedown fan since 2004 and their music has only gotten better with writing from their hearts. I have been lucky enough to see them in concert 3 times. I hope one day to meet the band and tell them how much they have touched my heart ♥!

[@GooseFrischmann]

He actually said this song is metaphorical “45” more about what the world comes at you with gives and takes from you. He explained it on a live performance.

[@amy-cb1fb]

love your reaction! I have been a huge fan of them for years now and I think "monsters" would be a great song to react to and break down vocally, also the live room version of "i'll follow you"!! there is also amazing new smith and myers stuff (acoustic project of Brent and the giutarist) where his voice is amazing!

[@tareskisloki8579]

This song was my introduction to the band a few years back. They're basically unknown here in Australia, it was pure chance that I came across them on the internet, but I'm so glad I did. They have so many songs that I just couldn't stop listening to, like Second Chance, The Crow And The Butterfly, What A Shame, Lost In The Crowd, etc.

[@johnburdette2730]

"Through the ghost" is very nice and also another from same album Amaryllis I dig is "I'll follow you". to be honest so many are wonderful and I truly love them all.

[@Barrygoat420]

I stumbled across your videos looking for something else, but I'm thankful I had. To see your reaction to all these songs I've been listening to for so many years is awesome! Thank you

[@patrickmanriquez4579]

“The way he ( Brent smith) sings gets me“ you’re no that the only one he does that to. Amazing vocalist. As well as lyricist

[@johnmarsh2608]

It’s hard to pick just one Shinedown song to recommend Brent Smiths vocals are just incredible

[@Headbanger427]

I have to say. After watching other vocal coaches on here. I really appreciate the detail & emotion you put into each song review. Thank You 😎

[@justinxmetal]

I first heard this song performed in a live accoustic show at a Best Buy in Clearwater, Florida on 2003. It was great to be able to see and talk to that new band who had exactly one song in the radio at the time.

[@Bartjo32]

Awesome, I'm a sucker for some more Shinedown. A pretty heavy song, I love the amount of emotion Brent brings into it. You should check out the acoustic version of "How did you Love" as well, amazing performance!

[@melissastruxness512]

Agreed. Acoustic version is better

[@jeff2545mp]

If you give the album "Leave a Whisper" a listen from start to finish most of the songs seem to deal with depression. "Lost In The Crowd", "Better Version", "Burning Bright", "All I Ever Wanted" there is no question the feeling behind those songs.

[@brandonlawson2460]

Best album there. More dark and melodic

[@vickyandres6922]

I love how completely you react and review. You notice all the little nuances that really make the song and artist special. Keep up the great work.

[@bansheeracing423]

Thank you . Thank you for sharing the message on mental health . Not only you are beautifully looking , beautifully talented , but your soul shines most beautifully through your acknowledgement of hope to those troubled. May God continue to bless you .

[@jeremiahcloy7437]

I think you would totally enjoy Alter Bridge Blackbird. Myles Kennedy’s voice is incredible and the song is powerful

[@captaineo9974]

💯

[@rockingamer100]

Watch over you or before tomorrow comes would be good too

[@ericd1632]

@@rockingamer100 She's already done watch over you

[@jokeradam2278]

Cry of Achilles!

[@jeffbonney8112]

Godspeed

[@undrt8r]

"Not Strong Enough" is a great pick and such strong and memorable vocals:) Thanks again for all these awesome picks!!!! You rock\m/

[@nickhamby98]

"Not Strong Enough" is by a group named Apocalyptica and the song features Brent Smith on vocals

[@undrt8r]

@@nickhamby98 my comment was on the vocals. I realize the song was done by Apocalyptica. Thanks

[@IgnusFast]

Brent does some amazing things during his live performances to bring down some of the really high parts - I imagine it's largely done to save his vocal cords night after night, but it's very interesting and makes the songs sound new...

[@elvis723]

First song that I ever heard from Shinedown was "someone save me" instantly got hooked.

[@pepijnassendorp785]

adding an extra vote for Poets of the Fall - “Carnival of Rust” Alexander Theatre sessions version

[@yordan.minkov]

Yes, please!

[@Naithin]

Please, yes! Anything from the Alexander Theatre sessions would be great, but Carnival of Rust in particular would be fantastic.

[@the-reading-lemon]

I second this but I'd also suggest Carnival of Rust live in Moscov and also 'Angel' from the Alexander Theater Sessions. But generally anything Poets is brilliant.

[@jennifercrawford1870]

Smith and Myers is Brent Smith and his guitar player from Shinedown. A good song from them is Not Mad Enough. Disturbed “A reason to fight” is a good song and Five Finger Death Punch “I refuse”

[@timmarkley9309]

I'd love to see a reaction to "Not Mad Enough". Such an amazing song with just vocals and an acoustic guitar.

[@williamsporing1500]

Zach is only a mere percentage of what Jasin was. Shinedowns first two albums ROCK, after that not so much

[@jennifercrawford1870]

@@williamsporing1500 Zach is amazing! All their albums are wonderful

[@unionproud1777]

All of shinedowns music is good. They are a great band, and I've been listening to them when they were an opening act.

[@mikesmith8300]

Have you seen their performance of simple man in a living room. It is absolutely unbelievable. Literally lead singer and his guitarist chilling on a couch just killing Simple man. If you have seen it, check it out. Best vocal performance I've heard in a long time.

[@Skrattshouseofboomboom]

The studio version is quite different from the perspective of the vocal approach. You might try it as well.

[@kirbys1370]

Hi Elizabeth, this is my first time listening to this song, and I loved the performance. I'm glad that Brent gave an inspirational speech about the song, and I sincerely hope that the message will reach out to everyone in need of encouragement. To paraphrase Brent, "When you get up, it's a gift to be Alive." Thank you, Elizabeth!!! 💙

[@jond2458]

I listened to this song a lot after I got discharged from the Army and came home, at that point I felt like this song was wrote for me in some way cause it spoke my feelings at the time. Things could still be better today but so much better than the shape I was in back then. Thankful for that, just gotta keep moving forward

[@sarahcoe2409]

Brent Smith's voice is like a fine wine it just gets better with age! Check out the piano version of "Get UP"!

[@oglschmitt]

Brent Smith is a vocal James Bond as he seems to leave Mrs. Zharoff shaken and stirred. If the last Shinedown reaction is any indicator, this will be awesome! I'll be there Friday and I'm bringing popcorn!

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

"No Time To Die" now, 😉. Thanks for the support always, G.L. Schmidt! ❤

[@oglschmitt]

@@TheCharismaticVoice ❤️ "The Charismatic Voice is forever." -diamonds

[@goldenhate6649]

Yes! Another extreme powerful song from Shinedown. I did not expect this so soon.

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

I just had to. The last one was impressive and I wanted more. As did all of you!

[@galedlothia8426]

Through the Ghost is another really powerful song of his I highly recommend it

[@ianhmz]

@@TheCharismaticVoice highly suggest "The Crow and the Butterfly". From this show Brent explains that that particular song came as a "gift" from somewhere else to tell the story of a mother and daughter

[@ericd1632]

@@ianhmz I LOVE The Crow and the Butterfly! Amazing song. Especially the studio version, he really hits those high notes! The video for it is great as well.

[@lollipoplustkill8836]

@@TheCharismaticVoice I would really like if you could react to Whitechapel's new single called Orphan & I know you would absolutely enjoy along with love the vocal style & range of Phil Bozeman as he's really doing something totally different from what he's normally done in the past. Thanks

[@gypsydb5805]

I absolutely LOVE Brent Smith's voice! And I love that you get a similar visceral reaction to his vocals as I do. If you have not heard Breaking Inside, it brings tears every time I hear it. Another "storytelling" track that's really emotional is What A Shame. ✌💜

[@Holthusstormchaser]

Shine down and Brent smith’s story and music helped me through some hard times. Greatly appreciate music and vocals like this

[@brettmarkwardt91]

I love listening to your breakdowns. I’m not musical at all, but I do enjoy listening. Watching you has helped me to understand why I like what I like and has given me the language to talk about it with others. Thank you.

[@blakewhitney3238]

Aw man, was kind of hoping on the bridge he would stay belting like he does in the studio version. But still so great.

[@jackmorris7755]

I saw Shinedown once at Blitzbash in Columbus, OH., and oh man, were they so intense. My favorite live band that I've even seen

[@lina_bean]

Thank you for your analysis! I love watching your videos. You give me a new appreciation for every song you review. I love that you look at both the lyrics and the use of the vocals and their combined power to tell a story. Honestly not something I'd given much thought to before watching your videos. I love Shinedown. Brent does an amazing job at expressing emotion. I think a great song to follow this one, one that's also a little more uplifting, is "Unity". It's one I always put on when I need a pick -me -up. Thanks for your videos!

[@joshuacraig6447]

You just keep getting higher and higher in my heart. A beautiful and talented vocalist, a fellow geek, and a Shinedown fan. You're awesome!

[@thomasmehle5737]

The man has a gift and he uses it well. One of my favorite vocalist.

[@tawnyjay2258]

I really like you. You seem empathic and genuine. I struggle with severe anxiety, PTSD, and depression, and have contemplated suicide in the past and self harmed. It means a lot to hear you talk about mental health, and in a way thats not condescending (unlike some other people). We are strangers, and yet your words touched me and give me hope, even if its just a little bit. Thank you

[@mbiggey1982]

You're a beautifully amazing human being Elizabeth! I'm so glad I found your channel. Keep up the amazing work.

[@arthurzander5500]

You may want to hear the original version too, I feel that his vocals were more dynamic on that track.

[@joshuacraig6447]

I first heard of Shinedown from the movie trailer for "The Expendables." As I started to listen to their entire discography, I became an instant fan. So glad you're reacting and breaking this song down. Such an emotionally powerful song.

[@stephanieskelton4172]

I've heard this song so many times, and the end of this live version gave me goosebumps - Shinedown is incredible!

[@thadpeud3057]

i love your videos so much, thanks for the quick therapy session halfway through, got me tearing up

[@melissastruxness512]

I like other versions, especially the acoustic one, better then this version bit Shinedown is always good. I love the nasal in his voice. More Shinedown please. Always more Shinedown

[@jennifercalton9840]

Listen to his version of Unchained Melody 😍 Brent is absolutely brilliant!

[@thegkey1795]

Oh my god no way. My favorite band ever and my favorite music reaction channel? I'm so excited this made my whole week. Brent Smith and Shinedown as a whole is just the most amazingly talented group of people.