Vocal Coach Reacts to Taylor Swifts "Exile" Ft. Bon Iver (Long Pond Sessions)

[@TopNotchWatcher87]

Bon Iver was amazing yes, but there’s something so hauntingly beautiful about Taylor’s vocals, I will always love, and this song needed that to balance off him. They both carried it equally.

[@kaden_dayton]

I agree! I don’t think either is a winner, they sounded so good together that you can’t pick one!

[@AllTheArtsy]

Bon Iver is the band. Justin Vernon is on the vocals.

[@shinyy160]

Exactly itwould be a different song with Bon OR Taylor thats why this song is a masterpiece with both of them

[@ildikoparker920]

Both

[@jennabshire4428]

I love that this song is so beautiful. It's amazing they weren't even in the same location taping this.

[@ohsleeze]

They did a near perfect job collabing. As a swiftie, I can't even say that either one of them carried Exile. The song couldn't exist without them both. A true performance. Both of them made it so good.

[@kaden_dayton]

Amen to that! The two of them on this were straight up magical!

[@tiffylew]

Comparison is the thief of joy. Both Taylor and Justin sound incredible, their writing is fantastic, they really compliment each other. Neither of them carry the performance. It’s a perfect duet. Now, Taylor did sing this on piano alone at the eras tour one night and it was So so so good. There’s also a live performance of Taylor and Justin singing it together. There’s no need to diminish either of them to prop up the other. Just enjoy the song for what it is.

[@kaden_dayton]

I completely agree! I think that neither one did better I’m just glad that we got the collab! Ahhh I wish I would’ve heard her sing this live! Thanks for watching!!:))

[@elizabethhurley1129]

Comparison is truly the thief of joy! Bad producer - even Justin wouldn't agree with that - so predictable. They were both amazing.

[@ΗλίαςΑλεξανδρίδης]

The long pond sessions are just one of the most unique things I've seen the whole album is amazing but it's a whole different feeling listening to this performance.

[@kaden_dayton]

Yah I really enjoyed this live setting! Their voices were insane and the vibes are just so good!!

[@darsynia]

What blew my mind was finding out the meanings behind songs I wasn't really enjoying as much (specifically Mirrorball and Epiphany), because it completely utterly changed the way I felt about them, especially Epiphany. I wish she would do this for every single song, my gosh.

[@bronwyn117]

This is one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard. Gorgeous!

[@TheCinder24]

I am watching this in August 2024. Taylor has mashed this song several times on the Eras tour. The audience does the respond to her call and it is so special.

[@calvin7592]

They are a match made in heaven. Their voices come together as one. Flawless. This song makes me cry EVERY DAMN TIME

[@jimmyhanlon727]

I think their voices mend so well together. I love Taylor's lower register. This song always gives me chills! You should do Cornelia Street live from Paris definitely!

[@kaden_dayton]

Ahhh I agree! Their harmonies were sooo pretty! Thanks for the suggestions!!:))

[@Savadams7]

Taylor’s low vocals are my favorite❤️ but his low voice is insane 😅 I want more of them together.

[@RachelDacusAuthor]

The combination of these two voices is so sweet and passionate makes me cry every time I hear Exile. "So I'm leaving out the side door" -- gut punch. Noticing the good lines -- you're showing great signs of becoming a Swiftie! I hope you keep going down the Long Pond sessions road. Maybe with My Tears Ricochet.

[@kaden_dayton]

Wow such a great breakdown! I agree, all those aspects are what make this song so powerful! I’ve had a lot of requests for my tears ricochet I think I’ll have to give it a listen soon!

[@RachelDacusAuthor]

My Tears is almost the opposite of the grief embedded in this song. In the LPS version, Taylor puts the most restrained, delicate fury into it. And we know where fury goes ... frieg. She really is a #mastermind. Thanks for the great reaction @@kaden_dayton

[@Jessijokes]

Bon Iver carried is such a weird and likely biased response to this. The song is beautiful only because of the contrast of their voices, along with how what they are saying contrasts each other. I’m a dedicated swiftie but this is one of those songs where the performance only works because they are complimenting each other. Take either of them away and the song is nothing. So neither of them can carry. It’s all about how they are coming together, which has a lovely irony since it’s a song about two people who came apart.

[@irishcoco725]

Bon Iver usually sings much higher in his own music. He is an incredible artist. TS & Justin are the team up we needed.

[@kaden_dayton]

Amen to that! The dynamic duo!

[@sandratroehler3553]

Bon Iver IS NOT A PERSON. ITS A BAND.

[@reneeharkness1337]

Their voices together are amazing! Loved them both!

[@kaden_dayton]

I agree! They work so well together!

[@sawyertaylorsversion]

love your taylor reactions! as a swiftie this is one of my favorite taylor songs of ALL TIME!

[@kaden_dayton]

Awww thanks!! It’s such a good one! I love it a lot as well!

[@krhunt629]

Justin Vernon of Bon Iver is a revelation in this song. The bass, the rich texture of his voice is magnificent. I think your assessment of how their voices compliment each other is insightful. The whole song is magnificent.

[@renyauger4560]

My fav song off Folklore and it introduced me to the unique voice of Justin Vernon. I’m enjoying getting to discover Bon Iver. Taylor is the gift that keeps on giving! A sonically & lyrically perfect album. Playing it on repeat helped me enormously during a very stressful time.

[@kaden_dayton]

Justin is fantastic!

[@Violet316]

Taylor Swift's voice of course. If you had to go on a long trip, and you would only be able to take one artist's discography, who would you take? For me, Taylor Swift all day long, 10 albums of all different genres. I am a 64-year-old, who has loved her since her very first album.

[@katiefaz0110]

I agree, I’d choose her too!

[@tammycombs167]

👏👏👏57. Feel the very same way.

[@kaden_dayton]

It's a tough call for me! They both kill it!

[@amcam80]

I would have to bribe someone so I could take Taylor Swift and Chris Stapleton. I can listen to both of their discographies on shuffle/ repeat.

[@donnad1204]

Beautiful together. Taylor can go deep and high, so can he. They are different and mix together well. One doesn’t have to be better.

[@kaden_dayton]

yes they mix together so well

[@Shabadoobalikeameeboop]

Pleasantly surprised to get the notification for this one. It’s been one of my favourite songs for a while.

[@Bronsongoodwin]

Amen to that

[@kaden_dayton]

Awww thanks for having notifications! Hope you enjoyed my reaction and breakdowns!:))

[@sweetyshiiiiiiiiii]

OH this is my first time watching you! I'm glad you're tryna see more of her craft. SHE'S just so good at it

[@kaden_dayton]

Aww thanks!! I appreciate the support! I’m trying to get more into her!

[@lcan7390]

Stunning vocals from both beautiful 🥹🩷

[@Talia_M_Adams]

Literally the entire long pond studio session…but jot just the performance because they also discuss each track and it’s so amazing!

[@kaden_dayton]

There’s another one coming very soon!!:))

[@amandataylor9556]

This is musical genius! this pairing is absolutely amazing, absolutely seamless, they need to do so much more together. they're a collab dream team. out of everyone Taylor has collaborated with this one is the best hands down.❤❤❤

[@kaden_dayton]

they collaborated so well together!!!

[@melissadean6874]

Oh my goodness! I can't pick who I like more on this song. It wouldn't be as magical without both of them. I have probably listened to this hundreds of times and it still gives me chills and brings tears to my eyes.

[@kaden_dayton]

Amen to that! The two of them together is so magical! This song could not have been done as a solo!

[@aandrebalen]

WE'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS!!! another awesome reaction ✌🏻

[@kaden_dayton]

Aww thanks!! Glad to give you what you been waiting for!:))

[@Lexibell0507]

I'd love a whole album from these 2! Their voices blend so well together!

[@1Alekfan]

I’ve always loved this song! Just hauntingly beautiful! Love Bon Iver’s voice ❤

[@kaden_dayton]

such a beautiful song

[@mcintyrechristina1637]

I love this song soooo much! I can’t get enough of it! Their voices blend beautifully!

[@heathercochrane2207]

I've always liked when he sings that high note at the beginning, like a lone wolf howling.

[@kaden_dayton]

Sameeeee

[@krystal_senem]

I knew you'd love this one! thanks for the reaction!

[@kaden_dayton]

You know me so well ahha! Thanks for watching!:))

[@alcap-z5d]

Folklore album is a masterpiece ❤

[@sh4dylol]

yesss omg this performance gives me chills everyyyy time😩🩶 edit: I love bon iver’s voice !! Esp in this song; it is sooo hard trying to sing his part 😂😂

[@kaden_dayton]

It was soooo good!! Bon Iver kills it! His voice is so deep and that tone is unmatched!:))

[@armando.336]

❤ good video, you’ll notice that Taylor tends to willingly take back stage when she collaborates with others. She collaborates with performers for a reason! She likes their voice and she doesn’t wanna overshadow it.

[@kaden_dayton]

yeah that makes sense!

[@haineko1989]

This is a duet in the fullest meaning of this word possible - you cannot choose one or the other, they are two halves of a whole here... And I agree, Tay outdid herself with writing on this one

[@Laura-rm6us]

Warm hug is a great way to describe his voice

[@Ella-tq3ov]

I think they both did amazing

[@darsynia]

This one is much better, IMO, than the original studio version, mostly because they seemed to have produced the previous one to have a lot of extra echoing stuff that detracts from the power of the vocals and the emotions they're conveying. I recommend any of the Long Pond, but I also think it would be interesting if you listened to the 1989 performance of Out of the Woods live, then contrasted it with the Grammy Museum version of the same song. The vibes are completely different, both live, the latter much more intimate. The EAS channel has both in high def!

[@kaden_dayton]

I agree! Love this version

[@rosebugnay7919]

This is my favorite song collab. I love it!

[@r0gue_988]

No, neither of them carried the performance. That's part of why their vocals sound so good together; it doesn't sound like one is outdoing the other. They complement each other rather than competing.

[@Carolina_Girl_]

Justin’s voice is phenomenal but I’m sticking with my girl here bc what makes this such an amazing song is both of them together. Taylor knew she wanted him on this track bc of his low voice and they just made magic together with this one!

[@kaden_dayton]

Yah I don’t think either is the winner here the winner is us for being able to hear them together on this track haha

[@Carolina_Girl_]

@@kaden_dayton Absolutely! Keep shining my guy✨

[@susangalloway3055]

Love the pairing of their voices.

[@sallyperrie3007]

I wouldn’t describe it as fun. Heartbreaking haunting. They both carried it. It was near perfect

[@NTav540]

My gosh, cannot decide which is the best voice here. Marvelous.

[@elainegilmartin7103]

Never heard this song but loved them both together.

[@arsenialedbetter0869]

I love Taylor Swift’s voice of course…..but Bon Iver was pretty amazing also!!! But man, when you put them together….. simply divine!!!

[@kaden_dayton]

Amen to that! The two of them together was straight up magical!!

[@sue5158]

The magic is in the blend. Both.

[@CherC68]

Different voices, I don't like comparisons, this was such a beautiful performance by both artitsts.

[@kaden_dayton]

they both sound great!

[@weareallawakened]

Love this they blend good❤

[@toniallen1130]

I love deep voices too. They are like a warm blanket

[@JanEvanoff]

His name is Justin Vernon. His band is Bon Iver. Taylor wrote the song (lyrics & music) during COVID lockdown, sent the recording to Justin & he sent it back w/his vocals added, along with the bridge, which he wrote & added. They both make it work. I don't think the song would fly as a solo.

[@kaden_dayton]

Yeah Justin is a fantastic artist. Been following him from the beginning

[@tamarawyatt9360]

Love love Bon Iver’s voice. Love this song!!!! I think their voices together was amazing!!!

[@kaden_dayton]

I agree!!

[@deborahgrabien3125]

Why do I have to like one "better"? The entire point is two voices in gorgeous counterpoint. It's not a competition and there's no prize, except for the listener.

[@madelinemihacevich]

Ooh I love this version way more than the original!!! Their voices sound so good together

[@kaden_dayton]

Right? So good!!

[@mariesipes1606]

Their voices are so great together! I’d love to see another colab with the two of them! I love their voices equally! They are both so different but this song is a great mesh together!❤

[@kaden_dayton]

I AGREE

[@maryramsower8691]

I'm a Swiftie, but I absolutely LOVE his voice in this. I had never heard of him before.

[@kaden_dayton]

They both killled it!

[@deborahraymond2351]

I find it amazing that they were not in the same location when they did this song. Just amazing - their voice blend so well and are in sync with each other. ❤

[@kaden_dayton]

Yeah it’s so amazing what we can do now with technology. So amazing

[@deborahraymond2351]

@ - it’s really amazing how it shows how to people can see what happens in a relationship differently - her writing is amazing-she collaborates amazingly with whomever she works with-she seems so generous with her talent and personality

[@sandratroehler3553]

For the recording, Bob Iver was in Eau Clair Wisconsin and Taylor was and Arron and Jack were in upstate New York.

[@kaden_dayton]

Wow that’s so cool!!!

[@ameliadavis1979]

Taylor and her then boyfriend wrote this. She sang both parts(Joe isn't a singer) then sent it to Aaron Dessner. She asked Aaron if Justin could sing the guys part. The Long Pong Sessions, Folklore and Evermore were made during Covid. Aaron, his wife, Jack Antinoff and Taylor stayed at Aarons compound in Upstate New York to record The Long Pond Sessions. Justin is in his studio. Taylor sent Aaron a text out of the blue at the start of Covid. They made the Folklore and Evermore albums not ever being together. Taylor was a fan and had met The National years before at an awards show. That was the only time they had spoke.

[@kaden_dayton]

ahhh that's so cool! Thanks for the info!

[@GinaHarrisToo]

These song lyrics are perfection.

[@terryblair966]

They sound great together ❤.

[@angelas.g.9848]

THEY ARE EQUALLY OUTSTANDING.

[@kaden_dayton]

they both killed it for sure!

[@lindaweston4482]

Bon Iver is the names of his group. The amazing voice belongs to Justin Vernon. It's a beautiful song. Taylor is incredibly talented.

[@kaden_dayton]

yeah they killed this!

[@Bronsongoodwin]

Yesssss!! Love this reaction!!😊😊

[@kaden_dayton]

Thanks!!

[@chrisgoodmanson1323]

Love this song! Amazing! Love Taylor’s voice.

[@kaden_dayton]

This song is sooo good

[@sachamp85]

You should see her live performance of exile on the eras tour. The emotion she brings to her performances is truly something that sets her apart from a lot of modern artists.

[@kaden_dayton]

yes I need to for sureee

[@Ricky48888]

Hey Taylor's voice is great on everything.

[@kaden_dayton]

I agree!! She sounded AMAZING!!

[@jodtay]

I have no understanding of all the technical things you said but I know I love this song and love both their voices and how well they sound together. These two are a perfect vocal match and I hope they do more collabs together, especially emotional songs like Exile.

[@kaden_dayton]

yeah they sound so great together!

[@ScarlettMitchell-is5vl]

Bon Iver is amazing. Don’t care what he sings. It’s with emotion. Every time.

[@kaden_dayton]

YES

[@LiMoo02]

You should definitely do Cornelia Street live in Paris

[@kaden_dayton]

Ooh I’ll put that on my reaction list!:)

[@yara5502]

So Justin singing more agressively and Taylor lighter on this song is on purpose, it shows the dynamic of the two people in that relationship. Taylor has said that this is two ex lovers meeting when she is out with her new lover, and her ex is angry, jelous and questioning why it is over and she is saying I gave you so many signs and chances, and as the song progresses they start to talk over eachother and almost screaming by the end.

[@kaden_dayton]

yes the dynamics blend so well

[@LadyQbear2018]

All the long pond sessions please!

[@kaden_dayton]

More from the long Pond sessions coming soon!👀

[@Jenny-i6r]

Just subscribed .. this is my favorite song from here.. this is the first duet I’ve heard that responds back and forth. They sounded great together. Both didn’t over do each other. Cameraman is not a T.Swift fan.

[@judystippich186]

Bon Iver recorded his part in WI and she did her part in New York and did not ever do this recording in person.

[@kaden_dayton]

Soooo cool

[@gwenstone9685]

Beautiful song

[@lifeisgoodll]

Imo this is the best breakup song ever written and performed. It is hauntingly beautiful. Stunning.

[@kaden_dayton]

it is so good!

[@charbenz2768]

You should also check out the Reputation Stadium Tour. Start at the beginning, "Are you ready for it?" ❤

[@kaden_dayton]

Thanks for the suggestion!!:))

[@laverneswartz]

Both sounds amazing

[@kaden_dayton]

agree

[@vvcougar71]

I thought they were great together and I also thought this was my favorite Swift vocal that I've heard so far. So soft and as you said airy.

[@marsha6004]

This is actually Justin Vernon of the group Bon Iver. He usually sings in an odd sort of falsetto, and I don't know why when he can do this. I will take Taylor's voice always, as she always makes you feel what she's singing about, and her writing is insanely good. This performance, however, is iconic, and always gives me goose bumps. So much passion.

[@esterlla8671]

Best notification ever ❤

[@Bronsongoodwin]

Amen Amen

[@kaden_dayton]

Awww thanks! Thanks for turning on the notifications!:))

[@esterlla8671]

@@kaden_dayton You are welcome keep going i love your reactions

[@DougHanson2769]

Powerful Piece.

[@EmpressMovieNerd]

Agreed lyrically a perfect song. It feels like an unspoken conversation between two former lovers passing each other in the street. By far one of my all time favorite songs! Vocally they sound like velvet and silk. So perfect, sexy and haunting. 🫶

[@kaden_dayton]

Yes totally! It is so cool

[@GinaHarrisToo]

You picked the best song she’s ever written and performed! ❤❤❤

[@JHeyworth1]

I love both voices

[@kaden_dayton]

same

[@wwpetko-6760]

Taylor sounded AMAZING singing this song solo at her piano at her Eras concert in LA…. It’s here on KZbin.

[@gwitsldr]

Omg i need so much an reaction to out of The Woods

[@kaden_dayton]

Oohh I don’t think I’ve heard that one yet

[@gwitsldr]

@@kaden_dayton IF you do it, react to Live 1989! Is The Best Thing for me

[@gjh9299]

it was covid, hes in the band bon Iver theyre not in the same state, Ive seen this live. I love her softness of her voice.

[@kaden_dayton]

Oh really?? Wow that makes the harmonies and vocals even more impressive together haha

[@gjh9299]

@@kaden_dayton its dark when they turn the camera around and show her sliding glass door and its obviously day where Justin of Bon Iver is. watch the live show their band is huge

[@julialuizamesquita1967]

I’m a swiftie and for me the voice of Bon is like 🤯🤯🤯🤯😍😍😍😍

[@fireheart0503]

Justin Vernon’s range is insane I would love more reactions to his work

[@Maineman00]

Bob Iver is a Folk band based out of Wisconsin, the man singing is Justin Vernon.

[@kaden_dayton]

Yeah u guess it’s a full band now huh? When bon iver first started I believe it was just him!

[@QuestionableLifeChoices]

you'll love "my tears ricochet", also from the long pond studio session!

[@kaden_dayton]

Reaction for that is coming soon…👀

[@ellieandthetorts]

Ive always thought wouldve couldve shouldve is her best lyrically. Thats definitely a great option for next

[@kaden_dayton]

Hmm I’ll have to check out that one if it’s your number one!!

[@yara-qq5bx]

Thank you for your awesome reactions, I recommend you listening to "better man (from the vault) tv" from the album red tv, I adore taylors vocals there and the lyrics are so good

[@kaden_dayton]

Aw thanks!! And thanks for the suggestion!!:))

[@zoewesenberg7543]

Justin's voice was super low even when we were kids in middle school. His falsetto was such a surprise when he started singing like that.

[@alcap-z5d]

Ephipany is beautiful ❤

[@ashleymurphy5921]

This song made me a Taylor swift fan. It still my favorite ❤️

[@gaylenwoof]

Perhaps the most important thing to know at this point is that her music ranges over several styles and genres. Here is another song from the Long Pond that you need to hear: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWa2gnx7eMqXirs My Tears Ricochet (Long Pond Sessions) (BTW: be sure to listen to the very last second of the video. The sigh at the end is iconic. Lots of reactors cut too soon or don't notice it.) For something completely different, this one is essential to swiftie culture. (It is also fantastic in the Eras Tour movie, but I don't know how to give you a clip for that.) The entire "Reputation Stadium Tour" movie is fantastic. Don't Blame Me - Taylor Swift • Reputation Tour kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZaye5-bd8eZY7c

[@kaden_dayton]

I’ve had a lot of requests for my tears ricochet… that one must be a straight banger haha! Thanks for the suggestions!!:))

[@abhixd07]

If someone really wants to see the levels of storytelling she can do, they need to check out the "Cardigan, August, and Betty trilogy" from this album.. all 3 songs are from the perspective of 3 different people and it's absolutely amazing to connect them and know the story!!

[@kaden_dayton]

Yes I need to hear that trilogy!

[@vamden]

I love Taylor's voice always, and now I love Bon Iver as well. I can't pick a favorite on this song. I looked up Bon Iver after I heard this for the first time and I'm hooked. I don't feel like he carried the song, I feel it was so matched perfectly.

[@kaden_dayton]

yes I agree!

[@Violet316]

Actually, that is Justin Vernon, he is part of Bon Iver, I don't think he normally sings in the deeper voice.

[@kaden_dayton]

Oh no way! Thanks for letting me know and watching!