VoicePlay | Hoist The Colours Acapella | Ft. Jose Rosario | Reaction

[@candilunsford2878]

It's from Pirates of the Caribbean. Performed much better by VoicePlay of course. And the arranging was done by Geoff.

[@Cpperk95]

the phrase "the bell has been raised from her watery grave" refers to the bell of the Queen Anne Blackbeard's ship

[@emanymton713]

It’s from pirate sea shanty’s made popular again by pirates of the Caribbean…

[@meganlodon]

@@Cpperk95 The song is officially the tale of the binding of Calypso and of the Brethern Court. So, I don't know what Blackbeard's ship had to do with it. In any case, below is my analysis. *The Chorus:* _Yo ho, haul together_ _Hoist the colors high_ _Heave ho, thieves and beggars_ _Never shall we die_ The chorus is sung numerous times within the song. It's basically telling the pirates, full of thieves and beggers, to get ready to set sail. The lyrics here are obvious in meaning. *First verse:* _The King and his men_ _stole the Queen from her bed_ _and bound her in her bones_ The King is Davy Jones and the Queen is Calypso. He and his crew stole her from her bed which is the ocean itself. They bound her in her bones which refers to binding her to her human form. _the seas be ours and by the powers_ _where we will we'll roam_ The seas literally belongs to the pirates due to having power over Calypso. *Second verse:* _Now some have died_ _and some are alive_ _and others sail on sea_ This is a reference to the chorus of the song, which mention the pirates as thieves and beggars. This part of the verse is obvious in meaning. _with the keys to the cage_ _and the Devil to pay_ The "keys" to the cage are the nine Pieces of Eight, which were used to bind Calypso. The Devil may refer to Davy Jones himself since he's the one that told the Brethren Court how to bind her. _we lay to Fiddler's Green._ Fiddler's Green is an after-life of paradise for sailors where a fiddle never stops playing, but in the POTC universe, it is a tavern located in Davy Jones' locker (probably has a fiddle playing inside to fit the narrative). *Third verse:* _The bell has been raised_ _From it's watery grave..._ _Do you hear it's sepulchral tone?_ _A call to all_ _Pay head the squall_ _And turn your sails to home!_ This entire verse may refer to the scene of POTC where the pirates sing their song, and the Brethren Court is summoned to join together. A "all pirates unite" type of moment.

[@meganlodon]

@@emanymton713 Actually, the song and the lyrics was written for the movie. So, it's not an actual historical shanty, and the fact that your not the only one to think this, proves how brilliant the song actually is.

[@jackclark1994]

@@meganlodon you're wrong on about the king. The king was the Pirate Lord and his men were the original brethren Court,

[@Broomrider1492]

Views are going off the charts. Pirates of the Caribbean. Credits: Arrangement - Geoff Castellucci Video - Geoff Castellucci Lighting Design - Eli Jacobson and Geoff Castellucci. Costumes, Make-up, and sets are on point.

[@kellywilliams364]

This song is sooo intense. I have seen it break at least 3 reactors. You held up better than some. Jose was in back middle. He was also in My Mother Told Me.

[@ThatSingerReactions]

I figured that was him

[@sprumf]

The score so far is voiceplay : 8 reactors : .25 (cause Jacob restituto had a decently calm reaction but still reacted stronger-) so this is destroying folks. Lollll

[@marshayoung9387]

No, Jose was the black dude. The guy in the back middle is Earl. He was one of the originals.Oops my bad. Your right. Jose looks so much like Earl In this I didn't recognize him. The lighting was kinda dark too so that didn't help.

[@kellywilliams364]

@@marshayoung9387 Eli is the bald guy on the end, Ceaser is the guy in just white shirt on other end. Jose Rosario is the middle Captain looking guy.

[@marshayoung9387]

@@kellywilliams364 you're right, my bad, sorry. He looks so much like Earl in this song I didn't recognize him. No wonder he didn't sing super high tenors.

[@christineschutten248]

This is from the third Pirates of the Caribbean movie. This song was sung in the beginning of the movie. Geoff arranged this version and it is both beautiful and scary.

[@gary6671]

I love all these guys voices! Eli, Geoff,and Layne are phenomenal. I absolutely love Cesar’s voice. He has a perfect blend of high and lower notes. Jose is great also. It’s the first time I have heard him. The dynamics of this performance is next level. Voice play always bring this theatre element to their performances and I’m in love with that.

[@DarthKoonstyle]

Hadn't seen My Mother Told Me yet? Recommend it, definitely! He featured in that one as well!

[@christinestromberg4057]

Jose also appears in one their "short's , Movie Themes.

[@brd24gor]

Jose is a member of Rockapella, the father group of modern acapella and "Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?" fame.

[@tracyz9155]

The word is Stunning - the Vocals, the Visuals the harmonies. A release just in time for 9/19 Talk like a pirate day. Thanks for your reaction

[@brianl8481]

That deep note Geoff hits is an F1. And that little slide up he does is a F2 to F4.

[@alexwalker8440]

Epic Masterpiece! 🏴‍☠️🤯🔥 Arrangement by Geoff 👍🤯. Original from Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's end.

[@guypithecusthe1st453]

Jose Rosario sings with Rockapella, the first a cappella group. In the nineties, they were on the television show, "Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego?"

[@ljk5464]

And, "The best part of waking up is Folger's in your cup..."

[@guypithecusthe1st453]

@@ljk5464 Have you been watching Rockapella hangouts? Jeff has been interviewing the original group for the past month. Last week was Barry Carl. ... Guy

[@Jamie_T.]

This one has been blowing reactor's minds across the board and rightfully so. Geoff did an amazing job with this arrangement & all the performances were just out of this world. I loved how they started low & built up high and then dropped and started over again. Just mesmerizing.

[@Rosannasfriend]

I don’t know why I didn’t get the notification for their new video, but that is indeed a spine tingling. Chilling! VoicePlay is my personal favorite a cappella group, along with Voctave and Pentatonix. I do enjoy Home Free though a lot.

[@bsmith5970]

From Pirates of the Caribbean. And they really did it justice! The makeup was creepy as hell. Geoff did the arrangement and the lighting was done with Eli. Jose was indeed the man in the middle of the back row.

[@ThatSingerReactions]

This was top tier

[@kelleyoneal2578]

I laughed when you asked "What happened?". Geoff happened. That octave change he did on word "die".

[@carinalindberg7377]

It's completely crazy! I think you joined the rest of the broken reactors. 🤣

[@dtrix10kc]

This is absolutely mind-blowing. Fabulous piece by VoicePlay.

[@nzlemming]

I love Cesar's eye! It's a full cover contact lens, I think. I know cosplayers who use them.

[@miapendragon5240]

Jose Rosario Jr is the one in the middle, he's with the group Rockapella, he's also been featured in My Mother Told Me (you should check it out). Layne Stein (beatboxer/baritone): he's the one sitting next to Geoff, normally does most of the arrangements, although Geoff does some too like this one. César de la Rosa (baritone): he's the one with the scar in his eye, he's the newest member. And Eli Jacobson (tenor): he's the bald one, he goes crazy in this one.

[@lkayh]

Am I the only one who gets a kick out of Jose’s little twinkle grin that basically says, “Yeah, man, I’m your pal, (but mess with me and I’ll slice your throat)”? He did it in My Mother Told Me, too. He is the master of the “friendly but evil” smile.

[@dennystewart3238]

I've heard this hundreds of times and I STILL get chills every time!

[@theanyktos]

This is one of those songs that starts intense and then just keeps. Going. _Harder._ No time to catch your breath at all and it's brilliant.

[@TheBlackLakeSiren]

This one is my fave they've done! Geoff is freaking amazing.

[@nightthornkvala94132]

This song is from one of the Pirates of the Caribbean movies, don't know which one. I search for a clip and saw something about a mass hanging of pirates, so this song starts out serious. And VP's arrangement is breathtaking and haunting. Home Free delved into the world of pirates about 5 months ago with the wonderful Sea Shanty Medley, but theirs was more lighthearted, with Tim looking like Jack Sparrow with a tankard in his hand and Austin waving around a sword. This one, however is much more serious. The pirate drag is much more grim and their look, with scars and dirt, says these pirates have led a dangerous life. Took me all of 3 seconds to fall totally in love with this song. But I still love Sea Shanty too

[@sarahkinsey5434]

I love the Shanty Medley, my favorite is Santiana

[@nightthornkvala94132]

@@sarahkinsey5434 I have a nostalgic love for Drunken Sailor. In the 80s me, my beloved street-sister and her wife would go to the club shows of a Celtic band called Phoenyx whenever they were in the area; she was good friends with one of the leads, then known as Heather. That was one of their regular numbers and it has always brought me sweet memories of Cat and Heather, Edie and Linda, and my long missing niece and nephews.

[@jamescurfman3284]

@@nightthornkvala94132 This song is from the beginning of the third movie. :)

[@nightthornkvala94132]

@@jamescurfman3284 Yeah, I had a brain hiccup when writing that post, couldn't remember the title of the movie or where in line it was and was too lazy to look it up. Thanks (Still haven't gotten around to watching the films.)

[@jamescurfman3284]

@@nightthornkvala94132 That's okay, as long as you know now and it is written down so you can find it again. :)

[@allisonmcfarlane6810]

🏴‍☠️ I love your reactions !! your intensity and enthusiasm is the best!!

[@ThatSingerReactions]

Thank you :)

[@par500dragon7]

This is EPIC! I'm so glad you reacted to it. I think it's one of their best ever!

[@ThatSingerReactions]

Same

[@Aurora-cv5to]

Great reaction, thank you. I"m almost tired of my own awe and the solemn statement "This is the BEST EVER" .... ALMOST. They are truly next level.

[@TheBlackLakeSiren]

This song is from Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean. The pirate movies with Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow.

[@tararocksong5085]

Best actor to play the smartest pirate in the seven seas.

[@CynicalTesuji]

This song has been a reactor-killer, and for good reason! It has to be one of VoicePlay's best performances to date. The entire thing, from top to bottom, is just spectacular- I didn't know Cesar has that degree of performance in him! (He was the pirate top right, with the blind eye) That was a delightful surprise, and of course, Eli can bring the rock wail any time he wants; he's such a vocal monster. Geoff- well, he's Geoff, and I know you caught that 2 octave leap up from the depths that he does towards the end of the song. I loved that we got to hear some more of Layne's vocals as well as his percussion- always a welcome treat. And Jose- he seems to show up on their epic pieces! I don't know him as well, but he's a solid, strong baritone, and he fits in with our guys. Impressive talent, all of them.

[@sprumf]

Their one they have on patreon that came out on august 30th (will probably be public in a few weeks) that’s gonna be even worse than this. 💀💀💀💀 Also. I agree w what you said.

[@laundrygoddess4]

Voiceplay 6 reactors 1. This was so well put together and balanced. Frankly it was ear porn. And I love to hear Layne on harmonies. Great reaction

[@sprumf]

My scoring is voiceplay 8 reactors .25 (I think we both know who got that one, why I say that is cause said reactor’s reaction was more reactive than his other reactions to vp) but yea like- definitely ear porn. The next one (I think?) is gonna be even worse. 💀

[@marshayoung9387]

Layne the beat boxer can sing as low as Geoff but rarely does. He does however on occasion back up Geoff in a bass voice.

[@laundrygoddess4]

@@marshayoung9387 he can't go quite as low though he is a natural baritone. Well he can with sound effects but not clear words like Geoff. He has a lovely voice though. So sweet

[@DaisyGray74]

Sweeeeet! They really put on a show with this one. It was 🔥🔥🔥🔥! I knew you’d dig it. 😁

[@lkayh]

Nice reaction!! Getting to know Voiceplay, starting from the top left: 1) Cesar De La Rosa-new guy, very impressive. Can’t wait to see more. 2) Jose Rosario Jr. Featured Guest-NEEDS to become a member because he adds a timbre that enriches the sound SO much-plus he’s a hell of an actor. 3) Eli (Ellie) Jacobsen. Has a gorgeous high tenor that he can color to fit his characters, and he has a huge range in terms of his acting. He’s gotten credit for some arrangement work as well. He doesn’t get enough attention from reviewers. 4) Layne Stein. Beatbox guy, plus a great baritone, and seems like he has the most fun with all this. He also plays violin, drums, and does a lot of the arrangements, so he’s musically incredible. 5) Geoffrey Castelluci, that silky Basso profundo, but can belt high notes with the best of them. He gets a lot of attention because of his jaw-dropping low notes, which have registered on the Richter Scale, miles from the studio. He also arranged this piece, which ranks him right up there with Layne in terms of genius. Yeah, I’m nuts about this group, too. Can’t wait to see more. (And by the way, that “Jesus” bit you accidentally clicked on? That’s Voiceplay, too, also with Jose Rosario, and if you haven’t reacted yet, you really should. It’s awesome too.)

[@jessicacifelli5496]

I love the 'clutch the pearls' moments🤣!

[@MrsRdTripp14]

I started giggling when you said your body wasn't ready, because NO ONE could be prepared for this song! It's s sinister, and tightly harmonized, immediately became my favorite of theirs!

[@sprumf]

Yeaaaa. People will be even less ready for their one in a few weeks. I’m sure we will all know it when we watch it public, it’s very obvious when you hear it of what one I’m talking about for when it comes out. (I’ve already seen it and Jesus- everyone’s gonna panic in a good way)

[@chrismorin1318]

To be honest, sometimes Voice Play's arrangements just don't do it for me. This one however is beyond amazing! I've been watching reactors lose their minds as their brains are broken by the sheer perfection of this production! Every single reactor has had that look of astonishment on their faces. Full out WTF moments!🤣Great reaction!

[@sarahkinsey5434]

Same, sometimes the songs are too different from the original. I get really particular about it, I love a song so much and get mad when it gets changed.

[@leechowning2712]

I enjoyed watching two first time reactors so far... This song is not for a VP virgin because it is straight overwhelming... But yes it has been a reactor killer. I am actually running the search every day or two to catch new videos.

[@johnunsu]

It’s the song from the beginning of the third Pirates of the Caribbean movie.

[@TKDMercenary80]

thats is, in my opinion, one of the best acapella covers i have ever heard of voiceplay. heard it more than 20 times now and still got the chills everytime the yo ho sets in

[@christinestromberg4057]

The song appears in Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End but in a very simple form.

[@lkreinmiller-author]

Pirate jam session.

[@trishaurvan9439]

This is 🔥 🔥 🔥 !!

[@MrScooby2doo]

Unaware if anyone has said or not but Geoff has a 6 octave range. INSANE. Check out his version of "Good bless ye merry gentlemen".

[@elizabethfinch9083]

Actually it’s a little bit over 5. B0 to A5.

[@Guest.7289_2]

​@elizabethfinch9083 now it's a little over 5 it's A0-Bb5

[@DaisyGray74]

Hey hey heyyyyy! Have you reacted to their remix of “If I Were A Rich Man/Girl” featuring Ashley Diane? You’d better get something to wave because SHE is gonna impress you. 🔥

[@certifiedpickle3219]

Layne's facial expressions (and beatboxing ofc) Bring CHILLS to me. It's magnificent!

[@khaalis9385]

You do indeed have a knack for introducing me to voices that I’ve never heard of before! Keep doing yo’ thang!

[@CapriUni]

And I think they did this one, because Sept 19rh is "Talk Like a Pirate Day," me hearty! *Yarr!* (also, you can't be too prepared for Halloween)

[@shilohauraable]

I'm a huge PTX & Home Free fan, but THIS video DEFINITELY should be nominated for a Grammy Award! Geezo! 💞

[@timvanderburg6039]

Aside from their singing chops (Which are formidable, make no mistake! This arrangement blows the roof off the place!), the guys are acting their faces off! Ceasar is in quiet mourning over his lost looks and innocence ("I was beautiful, once; NOW look at me!"), Jose and Geoff are in full-pirate captain mode (I'll go where Jose is leading, though), Lane has gone completely potty ("Don't step on my shadow...I'll CUT you!"'), while Eli is utterly hyper-crazy (You don't want to see his collection of shrunken heads).

[@jackclark1994]

so basically, they're the characters of POTC...? lol

[@ir0nsky557]

Best one to date. Better than the movie by 1000%. I suggest the new anthem for the rebellion.....

[@timvanderburg6039]

I had to chart it. Geoff goes down to an F1, while Eli is hitting C5s like they're on sale.

[@gettoyourpointagosta8539]

You have perfect pitch. Should be a part of this.

[@GryphonDes]

Glad you were sitting down for this one.. it is impactful.

[@Danny_R_]

They just released a new song 6 days ago.. Absolutely blew my socks off... We definitely doing it on the next twitch stream.

[@Matrix9381]

I was getting ready to send you a note on patron to react to this. But you did it already! I wasn't a huge fan of theirs. But this cover has turned me. I'm a FAN!! I need more voice play!!

[@johankaewberg8162]

Hoist the colours. Such a good band.😊

[@davidsanders5788]

Pirates of the Caribbean at worlds end.

[@spectrickx1678]

One of my favourite songs before VoicePlay, even higher after.

[@AndieO]

Pirates of The Caribbean! Loved your reaction.

[@TracyH13]

This is so good. .pause...Great reaction...play 🎶 🎵 🥰

[@sandrabrooks5013]

Pirates of the Caribbean

[@joeholahan7619]

All off them worked at Disney in Orlando for years

[@jeanetteosborn8362]

that was eerie and brilliant at the same time

[@bjspeck4337]

Specifically it's from the 3rd Pirates of the Caribbean. Usually Layne (the beat boxer sitting next to Geoff) or Geoff do the arranging. He who does the arranging also does the video and audio. Layne is partners with a previous VoicePlay person, Tony, who did the VP Phantom of the Opera, anyway the two have a studio where they do all the sets. Geoff did work for Disney and Universal Studio so a lot experience for all the staging. Eli (like jelly) is the tenor with the heavy metal voice power, Cesar other tenor, took the opening left by Earl (Queen in 5 Minutes) who is taking care of some medical issues. The 5th member is/was J.None who joined the Navy. He came back for Friends on the Other Side. In the meantime, VP features various singers, in this case Jose Rosario, Jr who also makes an appearance in My Mother Told Me. I also recommend We Don't Talk About Bruno featuring Ashley Diane.

[@tinselbmerryweather]

Im shocked so many people dont know or guess this is from Pirates of the Caribbean. It's all amazing.

[@survivalconcerns515]

If I remember correctly they are from Orlando and got their start at Disney. Remembered they had a female singer on the sing off but didn’t see her. Haven’t watched anything from them it this was fire, guess I’ll have to and check them out.

[@kevyg4927]

"My body ain't ready" at least you know that much

[@dessasmith7471]

If you want to really heqr how talented they are you have to listen to them singing the theme from Halo

[@lisaeason6874]

Absolutely 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@soular_wisdom]

Dude on the bass (idk his name) sounds like the Grim Reaper calling for your soul!

[@erickblack8425]

His name is Geoff Castellucci.

[@jackclark1994]

geoff... you GOTTA watch oogie boogie and PAY ATTENTION!!!!

[@FinarfinNoldorin]

Those ghost pirates are on FIRE!!!!

[@b.buster.]

Looking forward to your reaction of "Wicked" medley .

[@ellag8998]

You gotta listen to the headless horseman by Geoff, it’s on his personal page. Amazing!!!

[@marshayoung9387]

Geoff & Layne are the masters at what they do. They all collaborate on it but whoever is doing the arrangements either Layne or Geoff has the final say.

[@Iansco1]

Pirates 3. Creepy kid about to be hung.

[@pabloesco2007]

Here the original song from Hans Zimmer - Hoist The Colours - Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End : kzbin.info/www/bejne/on-1m6dqp6iso68

[@purplepuffs2095]

Have you seen/heard of Home Free's version of Elvira feating vocals from the Oak Ridge Boys (who made the original)? Or their version of Johnny Cash's Ring of Fire featuring the original bass from Pentatonix Avi Kaplan? They originally sang it on "The Sing Off".

[@mrbrianc]

Geoff's slide up at 6:44 is f'ing crazy... wow

[@Guest.7289_2]

That F2-F4 is cool but elis die at 7:12 genuinely always jumpscares me because I listen with headphones on max volume

[@__Ibot__]

Should look at Voiceplays boy bands in 5 minutes ! It’s soo good 😌

[@WizEEddy]

Funny thing that happened while watching this: You paused their video, i pressed space to try start it again xD Im a silly dude lol

[@jamespauldelashmit2173]

Great reaction Man!!!

[@ThatSingerReactions]

Thank you :)

[@jackclark1994]

it was in the description...... pirates of the caribbean: at world's end

[@jcbbullock]

Great reaction! If you want more crazy bass singers, check out "Copycat" by Marwan Ayman. Made as part of a bass singer collaboration album; the arrangements are so good.

[@lvrnya]

You should really react to Mr. Blue Sky by voiceplay, they have done it so amazing.

[@Mi.0r]

YES.

[@Rosannasfriend]

I made a donation to you last week… I hope you received it/saw it. As I was asking you to watch KZ Tandingan. PayPal.

[@ThatSingerReactions]

Send me the link again sis

[@patriothawkmedia]

Pirates of the Caribbean bro

[@ThatSingerReactions]

Never saw the movie lol I was late on the Harry potters and stuff too but finally saw that and started wars

[@jackclark1994]

@@ThatSingerReactions you gotta watch the first 3, at least. the 4th and 5th are.... meh....

[@edwardoliverson6729]

Anyone say Grammy Winner with this one.

[@b.buster.]

It's a pirate lullaby.

[@jackclark1994]

nah, war cry.

[@susanapaiz745]

It’s from the Pirates of the Caribbean

[@sabrinaking7251]

This is from pirates of the Caribbean

[@Janessarose96]

please react to more voiceplay!!

[@noelcain20000]

You need to here there other songs

[@natashasullivan4559]

Pirates of the Caribbean is disney right? So *technically* it could be considered a disney song.. just not "A Disney song"

[@danamurphy8442]

If you think Voiceplay version of hoist the colors was good listen to there rendition of Mama told me.

[@jackclark1994]

idk... it was good, but that song just doesn't do anything for me.. just the same repeating lyrics over and over..

[@dirmusloner7963]

Nice try but I prefect Geof to be in lead for this song. To me Hoist the colors from Bobby Bass version is better. Don't misunderstood me, this version is good.

[@kinzoadolpha9195]

Disney's pirates of the Caribbean 3 just so you know. You might like the version from Bobby Bace. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p53Vp62Ch8ytmsU