Vocal Arranger Reacts to ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA - “MR. BLUE SKY” (Analysis)

[@evelynszal8027]

The person who creates the most happiness on KZbin reacting to a song that creates happiness? This is a dream! 😍

[@jackrussel853]

Well said evelyn, she is a little angel.

[@T-bone1950]

Yeah, and it makes me happy 🤣

[@Green-Lyon]

Happiness "Inception" ☺

[@ChrisS-id2gk]

Agreed!

[@sandrahughes8645]

🥰

[@chrississon5954]

I've known about this song for 40 years. She hears it for 13 seconds and has a better analysis of the meaning than I ever had

[@DeansMayhem]

I think she's genius.

[@chrississon5954]

@bossfan49 so the lyrics explained the beginning about waking up from a nightmare, to the sound of a clock radio and the day being better than the dream he was having? I missed it. Good thing you're here to explain it

[@StephenDouthart-f8r]

Exactly

[@therbo11]

Great, comment, and I felt exactly the same way!!

[@lonniewilcox1106]

I was thinking that too! I've heard that song 1000 times but she heard it like I've never had,!

[@matthewhawkins1472]

Freaking masterpiece from the mind of the musical genius that is Jeff Lynne… I’m 50 years old and didn’t appreciate ELO nearly enough as a child.❤

[@gotrhythm1]

The "clink clink clink clink" sound you hear is a metal rod striking a fire extinguisher!

[@arcanask]

I just learned about that from Professor of Rock.👍

[@tommack9395]

Yes, they were looking for something in the studio for that tone...

[@jackieperkins3861]

So True!

[@pencilpauli9442]

Never knew that, but it always reminds me of the Move's Fire Brigade, so it makes sense a fire extinguisher was used.

[@Londoneye57]

An idea from the Beatles 'Yellow Submarine' they used an Anvil to get the sound.

[@Neil_BT]

This is the 4th part of a larger piece Jeff called "Concerto for a Rainy Day" that takes up the 3rd side of Out of the Blue. Always interesting to listen to people who know what they're talking about and who understand music under the hood talk about why it just sounds so fab.

[@brianpeck7763]

The whole Concerto sets up a scenario of heartbreak, which makes Mr Blue Sky even more impactful in its joy. This album got me through the worst time of my life.

[@DarrenCoull]

Definitely a wonderful experience, the Concerto is well worth a new reaction video - Mr Blue Sky I think is cheerful but my favourite is Big Wheels

[@Neil_BT]

@@DarrenCoullSummer and Lightning for me.

[@caroleann_2142]

Out of the Blue, What a Concert 🛸🛸🛸

[@Perktube1]

I love the album artwork too.

[@robertconner5002]

The cowbell is actually a fire extinguisher.

[@Villainous_Bounty]

"Bob Ross is multiplying" got me howling

[@Michael-mm3fm]

Who’s Bob Ross?

[@petearundel166]

@@Michael-mm3fm www.youtube.com/@bobross_thejoyofpainting

[@HareDeLune]

@@Michael-mm3fm OMG!

[@TheRprecupjr]

Oh yeah, I lost it when she said that!

[@EvilSean62]

@@Michael-mm3fm bob ross painting

[@gregleighton6172]

This is hands down the best reaction video to a song i have ever seen. Great reaction to the song, excellent explanation of the chord progressions and all other aspects of the song. A beautiful smiling face and great singing and some piano work. Couldn't ask for more. Thanks for being a blue sky yourself and keep up the good work.

[@mcmurdomchugh]

Agree

[@markh.7650]

E.L.O. is definitely worth digging into. Just about every song will put a smile on your face.

[@nicholson392005]

This is my first most favourite song from childhood back in the 70,s ....love it so much

[@ryansmallwood1178]

Perfect song to break the cry streak, and I'm loving the additional analysis and nerdery being added into the videos!

[@grahamkey8496]

Yes, loved the "Future Lolly" segment. Maybe something to carry on in future reaction videos?

[@jackiestow4294]

This is not a very good video cuz you didn't listen to the whole song

[@DougPaulley]

​@@jackiestow4294she did though? Or do you mean that she didn't listen to it in one go or something?!

[@ukrobboxing]

Can I just say… your obvious love and passion for everything music and melody is almost as infectious as your smile. Really enjoy your content. 🙌🏻

[@gliebzeit]

+2

[@txheadshots]

"And then there was a Dalek" As if I could be more in love with you

[@t-mar9275]

The song was actually featured in a Doctor Who episode, Love & Monsters from the 2nd season of the reboot. While watching it, my son (then 9 years old) asked if I knew who did the song, so at the next commercial break I brought out my complete collection of ELO studio albums. He actually listened to them and became a big ELO fan.

[@txheadshots]

@@t-mar9275 parenting done right

[@yomogo]

Ms Fairy .... you are wonderful!

[@bossfan49]

Feel good song- Katrina & the Waves- "Walking On Sunshine". Great vocal!!

[@islandseeker1260]

Have loved this song (and band) forever, but this song is even MORE fun when watching baby Groot dancing to it!

[@randomname4726]

Same. Baby Groot got my kids into this song, such a great intro to a movie.

[@warrenbutson349]

I love your appreciation of the technique but also the childlike wonder of where music takes you that’s a beautiful balance of a mind

[@gperch]

It's so frustrating that this edited version even exists - the most beautiful outro in history, cut short. Please listen to the full version with the longer outro finishing with "Please turn me over" (it was the last song on side A of the LP). Fantastic analysis by the way, I've subscribed :)

[@russelldawson9560]

Just what I was about to say. It has passed a lot of people by. At the time I was sure Jeff had a fixation with "blue" and "rain". Can't imagine why.

[@germantoenglish898]

ELO is such a legendary band...you can't go wrong.

[@markh.7650]

^^ This. I had the vinyl set and left them on repeat almost till the grooves wore flat.

[@bruce-e-bonus]

Surely been mentioned already, but the small snatches of Lolli singing parts of this are truly beautiful - I'd take a slow piano cover of this any day.

[@mackdunleavy7481]

PMJ has the version you want.

[@Panthror]

This song came about when the band was trying to write songs for a new album. They were in a cabin and couldn't come up with anything, making them frustrated. Not helping the mood was the gloomy and rainy weather outside. Until one morning the rain had stopped, the sun was shining again and the sky was a clear blue. Inspiration struck and a hit song was born.

[@jackieperkins3861]

It was in Sweden!

[@richteezer1]

Switzerland​@@jackieperkins3861

[@Dave-VK5PL]

I thought it was Switzerland.

[@tonyroberts5068]

@@Dave-VK5PL Switzerland it was, according to Professor of Rock whom analysed this one some time ago.

[@fnglert]

Some drugs were probably also involved.

[@roystoyscomics1361]

Mr. Blue Sky is the fourth part of Concerto For A Rainy Day, a four part suite. It starts with Standing In The Rain which transitions to Big Wheels which transitions to Summer and Lightning and then finishes with Mr. Blue Sky. Best listening experience is to hear the whole Concerto as a whole. Jeff Lynne wrote Out of The Blue which is a double album while staying in a Swiss Chalet for a couple of weeks. Most of the time in inclement weather. Eventually that led to the weather breaking to Blue Skies. So inspiration hits in the strangest ways sometimes. 😅

[@leapguy1235]

ABSOLUTELY.

[@samerrabadi]

I hereby request a cover of Mr. Blue Sky by Lolli Wren. The bits we heard when you were explaining the harmonies were so lovely.

[@davidgrubbs4480]

You're our blue sky Lolli! You bring us a lot of joy. Loved the analysis as well as the time travelling which fits in well with the Dalek at the beginning. Future Lolli was a great addition! I hope we see her again. Would love to see a duet between past and future Lolli. 💟💟😂😂

[@jamesdodger5588]

Your sheer enthusiasm is wonderful to behold. It has made my day. On a small point the very final (vocoder) lyric is not (as shown on the screen) "Mister Blue Sky" it is in fact "Please turn me over". Originally on LP it was a prompt for the listener to turn the record over to the other side.

[@EvilSean62]

ah just added that as i saw no mention on the vid

[@soundsean]

Might just have stumbled across my new fav reactor.

[@EvilSean62]

she is up there with elisabeth

[@paulfranklin8636]

If you're not smiling when this song plays you are in serious need of help...it truly is the happiest song of all time

[@Ryan_Crown]

Loved your reaction. I also really, really want to hear you sing a full cover of this song! I think it would sound amazing.

[@alanmcclure9546]

you are just pure delight to watch!! Nameste

[@kevinbrumpton3168]

I love that you feel sooooo much emotion through music. It's definitely your superpower.

[@farmersboy]

ELO, the music of my childhood. So good to see the effect it had on you.

[@jasonclarke7422]

We are going to have to find a time machine.

[@alanburge2725]

I don't always write or react to everything I see on youtube but I really feel compelled to do so here. I love your attitude. Smile. Enthusiasm. Personality . The whole package basically. People like you are the real reason and inspiration to watch and enjoy the wonder that is KZbin.

[@bobblowhard8823]

"...like the collective decision to have a perm, unless they're all very blessed." OMG, I'm rolling on the floor!

[@beaux2585]

Easily my favorite ELO song which I have heard dozens of times but watching your review actually caused the coursing of a tear down my cheek. Literally. What an absolutely beautiful insight into the song. Thank you, Lolly, both future and past. Sub and UV, joyous lady.

[@Michael-mm3fm]

Easily? Telephone Line, Sweet Talking Woman, Wild West Hero…

[@beaux2585]

@@Michael-mm3fm Easily for me, not necessarily for you.

[@kraffles]

This was the last track on the vinyl album, and it was saying "please turn me over" at the end of the song, so you could play side 2.

[@ffjsb]

Actually I believe it was on side 3, as it was a double album.

[@ib9rt]

@@ffjsbYes indeed, it was the last track on side 3, and you turned it over for side 4. It was also the conclusion of "Concerto for a Rainy Day", four connected and themed tracks occupying the whole of side 3.

[@ffjsb]

@@ib9rt Yep, most people don't realize those four songs go together...

[@kraffles]

@@ffjsb Ah nice one, I stand corrected. I had gone from a bad memory, but nice touch on the song.

[@ffjsb]

@@kraffles Well for years I thought the voice was saying "Mr. Blue Sky" twice...

[@jerryward3311]

Scientifically proven to be the happiest song ever!

[@MuresanBol77]

Two things: I've ALWAYS loved ELO and their energy and this song is one of their most fun. The second thing is I was smiling because your review was beautiful and the pure happiness you showed us was lovely. A+ my dear!!

[@Rackelhane]

For me you are by far the best reactor on the internet. Thank you so much.❤❤❤

[@chrisshannon4543]

I don't know anything about music theory, but after watching your videos, I always feel like an expert!!

[@stephenstrudwick8095]

Roy Wood and Jeff Lynne formed ELO from the ashes of a great sixties band "The Move". ELO was intended to be a very experimental band, combining rock and orchestra. Roy Wood unfortunately left ELO shortly after their first album released. But Jeff Lynne stayed on to take the group to superstardoom. :-) I would suggest listening to "Overture 10538" from ELO's first album to hear the origins of the band's orchestral overtones.

[@TONE11111]

10538 overture

[@phasemalfunction5286]

was also Bev Bevan from the Move

[@t.g.mclean5961]

Your review was wonderful from beginning to end. The puckish joy you show in hearing something eclectic revealed new things for me in a song I've known forever. And your harmonic analysis was also spot-on. Thank you!

[@Lancer4323]

Thank you for your analysis of the musical experience as well you picked up on something I think is often missed in this groups work, They are very astute in musical theory and nuanced in it's application though they are such fun that it is frequently missed. Great ear you, I enjoyed this very much. Thank you. Big Hugs❤

[@murfdom]

A song that always makes me smile. Loved your analysis of this one. Chordily, ( is that a real word?) so much more complex than I imagined.

[@JamesJoyce12]

Jeff Lynne - the man behind ELO is one of the few Traveling Wilburys - if you hang out with those dudes then you are a legit LEGEND. And when you say "because of science" - I get all tingly.

[@AndyClarkMusic]

You just reenacted what happened to me when I first heard this masterpiece as a boy; it was beautiful to watch. Thank you. X

[@samhell2492]

CCR - Looking Out My Back Door. Very underrated happy song

[@chubbygazelle8983]

Your reactions are priceless, lol, in a good way. Cheers.

[@magnuskarlsson3116]

You are simply amazing!

[@Mr1Blacktooth]

How have I been listening to such Analysis videos so long and not discovered this channel? This is going to be great!

[@simonbutler6037]

Oh friend, you don't know the half of it. Start with Hocus Pocus and just flow with her from there.😅

[@URnickel_MY2cents]

Have a _Mr. Blue Sky yyy_ kinda day !!! *_THANK YOU SO MUCH !!!!!_*

[@IanPritchard]

KZbin threw you back my way again after years of not seeing your reactions and i'm so glad. Great to see how much your subscriber base has grown.

[@zachdude4284]

Why not subscribe?

[@Gothrom]

No matter how bad of a day I'm having, you always put a smile on my face. Your happiness and all around good vibes shine bright and drown out the dark. Don't ever stop doing what you do cuz you and your videos do make a difference in people's lives. "Be the light that helps others see; it is what gives life its deepest significance." Roy T. Bennett

[@gliebzeit]

x100

[@matsugamer7960]

You bring so much excitement and joy into music.

[@lesgrice4419]

I read that John Lennon once said (though he said a lot of things!) that if The Beatles had not split and carried on they might have sounded like ELO! (you can see what he means and Jeff Lynne worked with them minus John)

[@atwellorama]

ELO was brilliant! You can't go wrong with them. Love your breakdown. Spot on!

[@rabooey]

ELO's Mr. Blue Sky, Cat Stevens' Peace Train, and Genesis' Things Are Gonna Get Better are my three pick-me-ups. Although Peace Train always brings a few tears to my eyes, they're happy tears.

[@royrashbrook]

"It's gonna get better".

[@ahteijo]

You Just become one of my favorite persons in the world, thanks!

[@765ketyjo]

I must have literally listened to this utterly magical, masterpiece of a song hundreds of times over the years now . In a recent poll it was voted the second most feel good song. No matter if you're a classical fan, rock fan or pop, you can't fail to get something from it. The 1 minute 20 seconds crescendo makes it totally unique. The choir, the strings combine to bring it to such an incredible climax. It is their most marketable song probably. A close second would be' Livin Thing ' for me. Jeff Lynn is, let's be honest,a musical Brummie genius. These songs don't date. As fresh and original as they were back in the 70s. That's the test of really great music

[@nathankellett4889]

Just want to say I love your videos. The way you teach and talk about music, show all your emotions and show off some of your own skills on occasion. You're just lovely!

[@leonh.kalayjian6556]

I was thinking the same - smart funny cute, plays the flute piano, sings amazingly and harmonies, knows theory very well. Amazing reactor

[@SuperGrendle]

Bob Ross is multiplying...classic...

[@valeriecharboneau308]

Thank you for the detailed explanation! I love the complicated version of happiness as found in these chords!

[@Lupenapster]

This was the opening song on "Guardians of the Galaxy 2". Your reaction made me think of little Groot dancing all over the place😀

[@wordgiesworld5483]

I’ve always loved this song, but that scene is just welded into my memory now. Such a happy song played during a chaotic moment and Groot is just living his best life. But yeah, the Guardians soundtracks were incredible. Great music.

[@carltonbakerii8274]

This is an amazing reaction and analysis! Your enthusiasm and joy throughout completely lifted my spirits! Thank you!

[@christophersimpson9245]

Did you notice at the end, the electronic voice said; "please turn me over", relating to the vinyl record being last on side one.

[@Murdo2112]

Not to undermine your excellent comment with some good, old fashioned nitpicking, but... It was actually the last track on side three (double album).

[@anaxagoras83]

I had such a great time experiencing that song with you. I really liked that! Thank you.

[@RobPresq1717]

You're so fascinating and your insight is so interesting. It's no wonder I instantly liked this reaction. I live in the upper part of the States with a winter season that never seems to end, so waking up to a clear, bright, sunny day honestly lifts my spirits and gives me extra energy to want to go out and be a part of such a wonderful day. Thank you Lolli and thank you Mr. Blue Sky ...... I wish I could see more of you both.

[@NunTheLass]

Jeff Lynne must be the most productive rockstar that most people never heard of. He helped create literally dozens of hit songs / albums. The Beatles, that level. And a few of his own, like this one. Evil Woman is my personal favorite.

[@kwasg3]

Omg Lolli your work is food for the soul and nurturing energy for the betterment of society....

[@michellemiles9966]

Guardians of the Galaxy vol.2 opening credits to this song with Baby Groot dancing is everything. I can't hear this song now without seeing it in my head. ❤ Just wanted to say that my cheeks are hurting just a bit from smiling the whole time I watched this reaction/analysis.☺ Joyous. 💞🧚‍♀️

[@markfisher2683]

You are truly amazing, Ms. L, and listening to you analyze these wonderful compositions is something I could happily watch all blue sky day long! So wonderful to observe your exceptional talents shared blissfully with us! Your breakdowns of the songs are joyfully fun and brilliant, simultaneously! Thanks once again for the amazing celebration;)! Have a fantastic weekend!

[@TheNeonRabbit]

This is why I laugh when people call Kanye a producer

[@megacultureshock]

I love this woman's energy, and emotional roller coaster she takes us on. Her facial gestures are timeless. Keep taking us along with you miss! ❤

[@lifestapestry2968]

Bands these days have no depth like this......

[@diamondstud322]

I just love your videos! Witty, informative, and very entertaining! ❤❤❤

[@JOZZYmusic]

Thank you for sharing yourself with us, Lolli. I will always watch everything you put out because you have such a comforting yet realistic attitude toward your own emotions. As someone who's trying to have a better relationship with my own, it's inspiring and reminds me what it can look like when the effort pays off. You always remind me that it's okay to shameless love things, and that openness based on self-respect is a win for everyone.

[@markkeohane9850]

That was one of the most delightful, insightful, articulate, downright enjoyable reaction vids I've ever seen. Thank you, Lolli, for making my day brighter. I was around when this song was released. It is a classic.; a five-minute, mini symphony. Interestingly, I was at a birthday party, oh, about 10 years ago now; a combined 50th and 18th for mother and daughter. The party crowd was thus a mix of old folk and 18 y-os who would have been just unfertilised eggs when MBS was in what we used to call 'the charts'. This song was played. All the youngsters sang happily and loudly along, apparently familiar with all the words. They don't write 'em like that any more.

[@DaveRoberts308]

I loved your “long winded” comments on the melody. More music theory, please.

[@Jude_196]

AWWWWW - WHAT a GREAT REACTION, DEAR! :) I just LOVE your reactions!! Make me re-think some of the songs I've heard for a VERY LONG TIME! It's NICE to have "fresh ears" on some songs that I truly appreciate and love!! THANKS! :) HUGS!

[@martymiller9802]

Glad you’re shedding your weepies. You made me happier for your dive into this.

[@martymiller9802]

And your analysis is genius.

[@Markcello]

Impresionante. Saludos desde Chile

[@fordcottoniii8972]

Very cheery, full of surprises & Beatlesque, no? 😊 So good to see you enjoying yourself, Lolli! I did as well. Both by the music & by you. 🤟😉

[@gregsteele806]

Supposedly, Someone asked George Harrison what the Beatles would have sounded like in the 70's if they hadn't broken up, and he replied "ELO".

[@-TWG-]

You are an absolute treasure Lolli. I am placing a request for you to do a cover of this song. You truly are amazing! 💖

[@brycecallow4446]

We need a cover of this in the style of your harmony breakdown.

[@sherylstone8804]

Best analysis video I've seen. We know music affects emotion or mood. This song proves that all through. Anyway, not telling you anything.😊 You and ELO are amazing. I'm happy for the day. Thanks! BTW, this song is used to open Guardians of the Galaxy part 2...the orchestral and choral part at the end are used to good effect in it.

[@JessyJeffers]

FAIRY VOICE MOTHER, I have never seen you smile so much... makes me smile to see you so happy 😅😢happy ,happy , song !

[@ianspandow]

love it .. glad i discovered you

[@wgrady222]

I love this ,it puts a smile on your face.

[@johnpeakman2117]

The most delightful, in depth analysis as always. Also, a very beautiful singing voice, along with knowing her music theory ❤❤x. We can clearly see how much the fairy voice mother loves her music ❤

[@davidjames3080]

I need to put you as my wake up call in the morning, so I get up with a spring in my step, instead of falling out of bed with a grimace! In fact, I'm doing it tonight. You are a breath of fresh air and joyful energy - don't change, please!

[@alana8863]

Thank you. Great to have such a happy reaction to such a happy song. Would love to have your reaction to another ELO song - 'The Diary of Horace Wimp'. Another fun and interesting piece.

[@scubaspookryu]

Just the right amount of nerding out on the musical technicalities mixes with joyful giddiness about the awesomeness of ELO musical mastery. Keep up the great work!

[@Hmmhattricker]

It's so fun that you reacting to a song dear to my heart is actually able to provoke chills all over my back. I am just waiting for you to jump off into mindblown-land at certain points in the song, and it never fails. What an absolute treat. And as a fellow vocal geek, I am having so much fun watching this. And your humour is perfect as well 😂 Don't ever doubt it, you are doing great things 😍

[@Hmmhattricker]

And girl, you CAN'T NOT experience this little gem of musicianship, vocal excellence and pure joy. She's a master of diphthongs, and her brother has got an amazing tone, like a modern Randy Newman or something. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d56Vdq1tYpl-g9k

[@michaelshelton462]

Lolli, when you broke off to the keyboard and began to explain the chords, that was raw, fascinating and mesmerizing. Very ASMR and educational. Thanks FVM!!

[@goodtimegreg9434]

Great analysis...especially when you break it down by playing and singing it. I love that perspective 👍

[@alexanderwiles2003]

i really want to hear you sing more of this song it actually sounds great with your voice

[@HARPERSSON]

I just found you a couple weeks ago and I'm so glad I did. You're just so refreshing. So damn cute in your interpretation of actual MUSICAL knowledge. Very well done and (more importantly for you) entertaining. Thanks so much from an old guy who appreciates smart singers. lol

[@lairbear4673]

You make me love music so much! Love love love your channel!

[@PeterJ328]

Nice! One of my favorite songs through all the years and you did a great job breaking it down. I enjoyed this. Thanks.

[@ScottKew-g8r]

I LOVE your analysis of this ! I Love how you said LIKE the Best from a 6 year old ! ! So to get the whole song meaning you have to listen to the beginning of that album side which is Concerto for a Rainy Day which is the unrelenting drenching of the rain with no hope of resolution...and then this song IS the resolution..... JOY like a happy 6 year old again !

[@tracysears5593]

OMG!!!! I'm soo glad you discovered ELO! When I was a youngster, I would listen to this album to come out of depression. LOVE THIS!!!!!

[@tracysears5593]

This is a put your headphones on, close your eyes type of song..