WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE CROSS THE LINE? | TWENTY ONE PILOTS

[@charlxttel-lly]

Tyler did say when introducing the video that even though it’s based on the moment from the show, he really tapped into his own emotions and experience with recently losing his grandma. It’s so beautiful.

[@hio.hinomaru21]

And, it's somewhat triple entendre, the song eventho specifically talk about the Arcane's Viktor lore and Tyler's memory with her Nana, but if you look at it using the perspective of the Clique, it also talks about how Clancy has the potential to be Bishop, and if he does become one, there'll be people who'll "disappointed" in him, and there'll be people who'll support his decision, with the underline that he'll try to do better than the "control freak" Bishops before him. ....... that if he crossed The Line.

[@reganrobison4493]

​@hio.hinomaru21 you're right on!!! IMO

[@hunterking8807]

You don’t need to play the game, but the series is AMAZING.

[@Lenny-ue8hk]

I’d argue it’s better not knowing anything about the game, so you don’t know where certain characters end up

[@kaze-ga]

yeah, you'll get stressed playing that game (League)

[@KamiKazual]

On the contrary, I think whole league of legends community can agree, do NOT play the game. Never play the game. Just watch the show lmao

[@aekainal]

i've been playing league since 2016 and this game is a curse, arcane however is in my opinion the best show i've ever seen

[@wikoroo2366]

@@KamiKazual I can say that the game itself is dope, but the community making it toxic and it being addictive is a reason not to play it. Because you hate it, you hate the people, but you cant stop.

[@dysiunia1232]

Here is fragment of interview with Maria Egan (from Riot Games): “What happens with Arcane is that we shall get sent some animatics or rough storyboards and there will be a temp track attached to it. I won’t say what the temp track was, but it was a song that immediately made me think that Tyler Joseph has to write this. The moment was designed for this band. We have great relationships with managers and labels, and we knew that Tyler was a fan of the show and that they wanted to do something with us. We went to their manager, Chris Woltman, and I just said, ‘Look, we have the perfect scene for him. Would he consider doing it?’ He never really writes for anything else, but he loves the show so they wanted to see it and we sent it over. Literally three days after he got the scene, we got the song back. In a lot of the cases, with ‘Arcane’, we have four or five artists try something and try a completely different energy. But when that one came in it was like, ‘Okay, well, that’s it’.”

[@CubeGodd]

Thanks, paragraph koala.

[@mrmcmilky5912]

That's amazing thank you for sharing! I was so invested in the story when I was watching the episode I didnt even realize it was Twenty One Pilots until afterwards lol

[@uneedcpr]

100% watch arcane, it’s the best show Netflix has ever put out in my opinion.

[@fonduby]

Probably because Netflix has nothing to do with it other than a distributor

[@MAGGNOT_]

​@@fondubynetflix gets the fattest bag. Marketing can cost upto 50% of the total show budget

[@supermerio8335]

Up there with Dark

[@itsmrholmes738]

Daredevil and Punisher do exist though so tough fight

[@hollowOAG]

Blue eyed Samurai is a close 2nd

[@carissagrove]

Knowing that Tyler stated he was in the room when his grandma passed makes this song so beautifully heartbreaking.

[@MikeCim34]

Tyler said he's a big fan of Arcane so I could only imagine how much he enjoyed working on the song

[@samueluddin9931]

He actually wrote the song a while ago when his grandmother died

[@BismuthKaiju]

Please watch Arcane. It's a masterpiece. Tyler wrote this in 3 days after receiving the scene in the show this song plays during. He recently witnessed his grandmother passing, so this is incredibly personal. It's so beautiful, so painful.

[@KrispyDev]

A masterpiece is a stretch. Season 2 was awful. Their songs in the show are great though

[@InteriorDesignStudent]

@@KrispyDev That's your opinion. I think season 2 is exceptional.

[@BismuthKaiju]

@@KrispyDev Awful is a huge stretch that isn't reflected in any review scores or what audiences are saying all over. I've seen some people say it was bad because it wasn't what they wanted it to be, but saying it's awful is just wrong. You might not like it, but that reflects your tastes, not the quality of the show.

[@Capt_M]

@@KrispyDevhow was it awful?

[@Peeplii]

​@@KrispyDev Man. Bad take

[@shelbye05]

you gotta see arcane guys, its beautiful

[@cvbattum]

If you're not yet convinced, this track is part of a 1hr album of 22 songs exclusively made for the show, featuring bedroom pop to heavy metal, including Linkin Park, Woodkid, Ashnikko, d4vd, Djerv, Misha Mansoor, Stromae, Tom Morello, and that barely scratches the surface. If you're a music fan, you just can't pass on this show. At the very very least listen to the album because the quality is top tier.

[@jakestevenson6588]

You guys definitely need to check out Arcane. Absolutely brilliant show. Be prepared though, it’ll rip your heart out.

[@shelbye05]

oh 100%, i was so close to crying in all of season 2

[@ColetteGarsyth]

The whole Vandor storyline destroyed me 😢

[@Real_Genji]

Without spoiling Arcane, This song is basically like you're tired, broken, and sad but you have a boss fight in 2 minutes, the character "Viktor" that's featured in this song is such a phenomenal character and this song fit him and his big moment perfectly

[@ericstockman7405]

Tyler said this song is about his grandma in an interview before the video was released - he was in the room with her when she died apparently and said that changed his life (he also mentions her in navigating when he talks about everybody leaving) - similar to how Heathens was about the fanbase, but also worked with the movie there are also some theories that this ties into Clancy possibly crossing over to becoming a bishop - and this could sort of be a teaser into that being the conclusion of the story

[@caffeinatedpossum]

I've personally always theorized that Clancy will become a Bishop. It just makes sense in a dozen different layers.

[@poptivist]

arcane is *unparalleled.* i am a monogamous stan, i like *one* thing for about six years at a time. but i watched arcane to have full context for this song and not only do you get 200% more out of it upon a rewatch because the storytelling is so complex and tight, but people are so right to call it one of the best animated series of all time and one of the highest rated shows netflix has ever hosted. i'm not asking you to react to it, but do not deprive yourself of this body of work. you don't need to know anything about the game and the series is complete as of its (recently aired) second and final season. it's gold, gentlemen.

[@reyality_]

the song in the Arcane lore context is about the character Viktor, he has the ability to "seize" the dead, he's able to heal and resurrect, but also use them as messengers. viktor loses himself in this. you can definitely see inspiration tyler has taken from this in tøp lore! this show is amazing, definitely watch!

[@voodooogaming]

All for the "Glorious Evolution"

[@caffeinatedpossum]

Only it's not inspiration because Tyler was doing all that long before Arcane was greenlit

[@samiam5859]

And Vander as well. They are both letting go of something here :(

[@revs759]

5:52 i was so invested in the music that it took me a second to notice the comically large coffee cup😂😂😂

[@queperocomom3310]

now that you mention it, why is it so big lmaoo

[@staciemoisa4884]

I never saw the show, but this song, Tyler's vocals, and the lyrics hit me hard. I suffered a lot of loss in the last couple of years, and this song immediately went straight to my heart and soul. Powerful!

[@MrAchsas]

definitly recommend the show its one of the best things ive ever watched

[@staciemoisa4884]

@@MrAchsas Thank you

[@MegaNoemi95]

I know what you mean, I never saw the show either but only in the last 2 years I lost my permanent job, I cut ties with my best friend, my long lasting relationship ended and I lost my grandma and grandpa.. I was there when he died, I heard his last breath, it changed me in so many ways, it's embodied in my soul..I'll never forget that ethereal moment, like an out of body experience... that's why I also feel so connected to this song.. it's on repeat everyday..

[@staciemoisa4884]

@@MegaNoemi95 You are right -- it changes you. It is like breaking a beautiful vase on the floor. You can mend it, it will look the same, but it won't be. It will forever have cracks in it. I am sorry you had so much hurt recently. Tyler knows just how to create such artistry that he hits the emotion right on point. If you know, you know. Sending hugs and prayers through cyberspace.

[@victoriasantana8441]

It's incredible how even making a song for a tv show, he was still able to made it personal and related to the lore. Tyler is just amazing.

[@fairfarren23]

This song absolutely shatters my heart into a million pieces, and it's definitely made me sob more than once, knowing that Tyler wrote it from such a place of such deep grief and love for his Grandma. I can't even imagine how much strength it took for him, to share all of those feelings so plainly with us, and turn it into something so hauntingly beautiful. I'm just so proud of him, and I hope he knows that his Nana probably is, too!

[@MikeGrieves]

Arcane so perfectly weaves music, animation, emotion and story together that it is an actual experience watching it for the first time. I have never played the game nor did I know anything about the characters. Twenty One Pilots absolutely fit into the music of this show. I am jealous you guys have not seen it yet because I wish I could go back and experience it for the first time again. I highly recommend you check this out, especially if you are a fan of music and art coming together for perfection.

[@carrietroxell703]

I clicked the notification as soon as it popped up. I, honestly, am rating this as their best song so far. And yes, definitely watch the show, it's incredible!

[@KegaB3]

this song accompanied a death of sorts in the show. i was fucking sobbing when i heard this song the first time, during the show, having never heard it before. SOBBING, a grown ass man. im not ashamed.

[@alexarobinson2850]

When Arcane asked him to do this, he literally got back to them the fastest they had ever had someone return the song and he nailed it, first time

[@allergic_2_people]

You should definitely consider reacting to more arcane songs, there are so beautiful, emotional and energetic!!

[@Adonna2424]

Sting and Woodkid absolutely shatter my soul. My God.

[@nad9777]

Dude I’m loving your shirt, you’re an official Clique now😍 I’m a big fan of you guys thank for everything♥️

[@dorothygillstrap7549]

This song was about him being in the room while his grandmother died. I think it’s totally from his grandmother’s perspective.

[@mouthcide]

YES!!! its absolutely from his grandma experience, he is even animated like vander's memories, like he is his grandma's memories while she passes :/

[@Cardzer]

Nah he's talking about himself changing after being there with his grandmother as she passed

[@emswhims]

I think it's about Tyler changing... but I feel like it's a sort of convo back and forth between them, too. I feel like "stay your pretty eyes on course" is something maybe Tyler's Nana has said to him many times through his life 🥹

[@SB_Tommy]

What happens when you cross the line? Glorious evolution

[@charlxttel-lly]

Never clicked quicker ✨

[@EchoesDaBear]

Great reaction guys! My 18 year old son got my wife and I into Arcane, and it's incredible! Funny & oddly enough - he wasn't a Twenty One Pilots fan, but after he saw season 2, he said 'you HAVE to hear this song!' Then the video dropped, we were all in awe! Just a beautiful piece, musically, lyrically (normal for Tyler)...then you see the tribute...it hits hard... Cheers gents.

[@MrAchsas]

arcane is a must watch for sure

[@usamahdalvi9064]

Yes, and the scene where this song is played is heartbreaking.

[@AviarSavijon]

Yes Tyler for his part, as he stated in the intro to the mv, he wrote this in the hospital room as his grandmother passed away. As well have been contacted by riot games and the company representatives of the Netflix series. Which is a must to watch if you remember league of legions. It is great as was your reaction

[@InteriorDesignStudent]

I don't think he was writing this while she passed away. It came after. I'm pretty sure he was paying attention to his grandmother, not a sheet of lyrics.

[@RisingRose]

You need to know nothing about LoL to love Arcane, by the way! You guys should absolutely check it out, it's absolutely my favorite show and one of my favorite pieces of media over all. Every aspect of it is just so well crafted (including the soundtrack imo :] ) and it's also just visually a damn treat to take in. Fair warning, though, it might rip your heart out and use it as a chewing toy bahah

[@fireheart0503]

Truly you guys are my favorite reactors. Please never stop.

[@InteriorDesignStudent]

Tyler was in the room when his grandmother passed away, and that changed something in him. I see this as a letter to his grandmother. When it's his turn to pass, will he join her in Heaven? Will he have lived a life that made her proud? Arcane is set in a dystopian Steampunk world with the Topsiders and undercity dwellers. It's the classic dystopian class division with haves and have nothings. We meet people from both societies. There are tensions, science experiments gone awry, battles, infighting, political intrigue, power dynamics, romances, parent-child dynamics, triumphs and losses, joy and anguish, sibling bonds, hope and despair, etc etc etc. I binge watched both seasons in 2 days after I heard The Line for the first time.

[@keptzy7423]

every time i come across reactions to this song i feel the need to watch it and see others connect with how beautifully made and how angelic its sung by tyler

[@rebeccagarcia89]

Tyler said this was inspired from having been in the room and watching his grandmother pass away. I too just this month was in the room when my grandfather passed so this song hits me hard. Having been written from what seems to be the dying loved ones perspective i think of my grandfather and how he mustve felt but grateful he was not alonr as we were with him. Tyler is such a great song writer...love it!

[@erinwestcott618]

They performed this on the game awards and it was AMAZING!! It out did the studio version for me and a lot of other people. Y'all should react to it!

[@kingjae-ger]

I cried during the scene and just vaguely remembered thinking I need to check out the song. Idk why it took me a whole week but when I finally watched the MV yesterday I ended up crying for a whole hour, like twice more today and right now again. Man. The character, the scenes, the lyrics, the music video playing into the scene, I am destroyed.

[@astellis11]

WOOO God i loved this song. All of the songs from Arcane are amazing

[@cherrylane79]

Triple meaning? Tyler's Grandmother's passing, the Arcane and TOP's lore?

[@benr2018]

for those who may not fully see....LISTEN to the very end of "The Line" it flows right into Overcompensate. Tyler wrote this song after Navigating and it follows Clancy debating on "Crossing Over the line" to becoming a Bishop. He's asking The Torchbearer (Josh) to not be disappointed and not forget him for making this decision. Clancy needs to take on Nico from the other side.

[@xwinter__riderx9155]

Maybe 😮

[@JamesSSWayne]

Look the lyrics from doubt too

[@JamesSSWayne]

And the end of paladin mv reminds the beginning of the line

[@benr2018]

@BeeseChurger-c8p that's what's been rumored...the only way for Clancy to get rid of Nico is to go to their world and defeat him from within.

[@NimVim]

@@benr2018 Im reading this with only knowing Car Radio and that one famous track from TOP, is there lore or something? How do I get started with this journey?

[@pearl3293]

you NEED to see the live version!!!!

[@lizvix3njames945]

It's an Amazing show to watch ! And every track involved has so much power and emotion to each part , this part hits hard and so does their song to it they did amazing with this 🙌🖤

[@froststar11]

I cannot recommend Arcane enough. It's dark, it's heart wrenching, it's so incredibly raw and human. This song embodies so much of the vibe of the show. It's so good. I'm so glad you guys did this one!

[@Hazardlv]

This song sounds like when you have a boss fight after 10 minutes

[@tj3603]

You guys really should watch Arcane, this song hits harder in context of the story.

[@adamsellick3927]

One of the most emotional songs I have heard, growing on me with every play ❤

[@wolf_heart777]

as a rocker and music lover in general, o love the sosftness he does singing And the raspiness he does sometimes singing it too...the live version on the games ceremony this past friday he exceded my expectations.

[@Meow-Meow501]

7:50 Andrew Donoho was the director. He has worked with Top for years. He did the Trench Trilogy songs, The Outside, Next Semester, Paladin Strait and more.

[@HalfAnimation]

i thought jensen noen directed paladin

[@yonah8089]

The live version somehow upped the vocals from the original. Tyler's voice has always been insane!

[@lcaro8]

Absolutely recommend the series, you will LOVE it for sure.

[@dalversanchez6421]

Thank you for this video, I loved this reaction 💜

[@joshuavanessen6902]

I feel closely to this song j listen to it all the time when you watch arcane and hear that song its all sadder because of the scenes and the fact that its about his Nana its even sadder but he got to make a song dedicated for his nana and he got to use it in his hopefully favourite series I feel the meaning so dearly this song could make many men and women cry but to me that's the joy every song has a happy meaning no matter how sad or angry etc all song have a good meaning. Ill always love this song and arcane.

[@ideasmatter4737]

The director of the video was Andrew Donoho, who has worked with them on quite a few videos.

[@johnmartin3749]

Eric “This is not what I was expecting” every time! 😂😂😂

[@laurajanco2i]

They recently performed this song live at the Game Awards, I wish you could react to it because in my opinion it was even better and more emotional than the studio version. I think Kyle especially would really appreciate it.

[@Jkilla1sDaddy]

Agreed

[@AlvinDema]

This one, Truce, Neon Gravestones and to some degree paladin strait have this vibe I feel like. And they are some of my favorite songs my Tøp ever made.

[@user-in7bb4dz8y]

Everything about this show is incredible. How the FUCK did two seasons with characters absolutely wreck me like this did?

[@sarahplatt7046]

You guys are my favorite! Especially for Twenty One Pilots reactions!!!

[@laritonfoni5221]

I wasn’t interested in Arcane but i watched it to understand this song. It’s an AMAZING show. Great animation, great songs, great story. 10/10

[@M4dH4tt3rsMus3]

You should be interested in arcane

[@jamielynn80]

I really don't know if I can explain this right, I'm still processing. My dad died of cancer about 7 years ago, and long story short... I feel like this is such a good interpretation of what he may have felt and thought towards me and just everything in general. Like I said, I'm still processing. Once I felt that connection, it was like a complete kick in the face. (Heart, mind, etc). I really enjoy you two. Music is so magical.

[@jcBentleyB3]

It is so real.. I think that is the ultimate vibe ✨️ 😌 gives you the best heartfelt soulful song that we've been able to have Tyler draw up. Amazing series to watch. Glad you caught the look being like Marvel's What if show

[@carenecitter2435]

This song is so beautiful! 💛

[@caiiocorreaa]

This is the best animated series I've ever seen!! You should watch it, it's amazing. The song is so sentimental

[@cyberwolf5787]

ive been waiting for this!! lets go!!

[@freddyJD]

Incredible song. Catches so many emotions and if you saw the series you have all these moments in the show where you can feel the pain and emotions of all the characters that are infused in the music video. I just saw it the 5th time in a row today and have been for several days and get goosebumps every time.

[@lilibulaa]

Love your shirt eric!

[@jasonlafrance2942]

The live version....holy shit

[@s1lntt222]

100% watch arcane! best series ive ever seen tbh

[@TheJennick13]

I'm binging season one at the moment! I have this song on constant loop!!

[@stephenriley7249]

You guys need to follow this up with a live version reaction from the Video Game Awards performance. Full orchestration, and he adds an amazing scream.

[@davidmorris5834]

This live at the game awards was amazing

[@Nineteen1114]

You will lose your mind at their live at Game Awards-- takes my breath away

[@auroraskies555]

you guys NEED to watch their MTV Unplugged performance,, it's mindblowing!!

[@Madwhiterice]

I saw they released this song and Immediately watched the show and I LOVE IT YOU SHOULD TOTALLY WATCH IT

[@Emsey_cosplay]

Kyle: Hey, we both did the- Eric: DONT TOUCH ME! you guys are hilarious

[@PoovaYT]

YESS IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS YEAHHHH

[@xwinter__riderx9155]

Oh my gosh you guys did react to it! Such a beautiful and sad song Also, now technically everyone has a song written for themselves In Tyler's family! Johnny Boy - Tyler's Dad's song Shy Away - Jay's song House of Gold - Tyler's moms song The Line - Nancy Legend - Grandpa Joseph

[@grennotgreen]

Legend aswell!

[@Steven-Primrose-Hazel]

What about zack

[@xwinter__riderx9155]

@Steven-Primrose-Hazel he doesn't have a song for him, unless something from NPi maybe

[@Steven-Primrose-Hazel]

@@xwinter__riderx9155 well, he got to be on kitchen sink and mentioned in lane boy!

[@InteriorDesignStudent]

@@Steven-Primrose-Hazel And Stressed Out

[@fireheart0503]

Love your guys reactions

[@skaboydave]

I’d never watched the show or played the game so thought I’d give it a try after hearing such good things about it. I ended up watching both seasons in a few days. I was astounded how good it was. Absolutely blown away by it. Give it a watch. Also what a beautiful song, they matched the emotion of that episode perfectly.

[@flyingchickenstrip2.059]

just binged all 57 videos of you twenty one pilots content, lol

[@aprilhensler4562]

First of all, this song and video are absolutely beautiful and can be interpreted in many different ways. I know that this was written for Arcane, however it is odd that it only took Tyler 3 days to have it fully done. It makes me wonder if maybe he already started writing this to honor his grandmother and possibly use it as part of the continuation of the lore. It’s kind of crazy to me that the synth at the end of the Paladin Strait video when Tyler opens his eyes sounds a lot like the beginning of this song. I have also heard of a theory that has been swirling around about Clancy becoming a Bishop and it’s pretty convincing if this song has anything to do with the lore since it mentions crossing over, facing fears, and mentions of disappointing someone (the banditos?). Another reason I think this could relate to that theory is because of the letters that were recently found during the tour at the FPE exhibit. There was a message from those letters that read: “We must destroy them, or we will become them, and if we become them, we must do better”.

[@_isho_]

I've never heard of the show, but really enjoy this song a lot

[@sgfrules823]

The music in Arcane is phenomenal, both seasons. It’s worth watching not only because the shows amazing but the music is perfection.

[@Dagmantis]

He had this whole song written and produced in three days. Tyler is a fan of the show, and the head of music for Riot knew that the scene they had was meant for his writing style. I also highly recommend the show, it is super interesting going into it after going deep into all the Trench lore and seeing how many parallels there are. Yeah, I'm still all up in my feels on this one, hurts so good.

[@larastaci]

1:03 oh nooo, kyle was so happy before eric screamed at him 😭🤣

[@juliar407]

The end of the song matching overcompensate’s beginning its 100% tøp

[@omqmoogle7805]

listen to it performed at the game awards!

[@prodigalmarine5772]

The live performance of this song from the game awards is the performance of the year.

[@hrkatashi7839]

100%

[@MisterJakeC]

The song and the scene with Vander hit so hard for some damn reason. Recommend watching the show guys

[@kevincharter1082]

Arcane was magnificent imagery and story telling combined with hand picked music to enhance everything into one amazing show.

[@carlosbastos4154]

This was inspired by the show. He liked the first season and write it thinking on the characters. But we can still relate to it in some way. It is beautiful.

[@sotruereal]

i clicked on this video just to find out that eric and i are wearing the exact same shirt lmaoo

[@gabyn5715]

You absolutely should watch the show, it is fantastic, easily one of the best things I've ever watched. Fantastic art, amazing story and characters and an amazing soundtrack as well.

[@Ansixx]

If you watch Arcane this song hits you so much harder, amazing show! Perfect song for it

[@meaganbarnes2307]

I’d actually love to see a full review of the music from both seasons. Even though they don’t have music videos I think it would be so worth it. Also the video for Blood Sweat and Tears

[@ltree21]

I believe this answered the end of Clancy. Tyler has his ways of making one song incorporate several stories. So sorry for his loss.

[@kyleelindenmayer8013]

you HAVE to watch the live performance of this!!

[@LucasFlores-qx5jv]

You gotta listen to the live one 👌

[@rozmalinclaudiumihai9058]

you absolutely have to watch the series

[@ashleygoldsworthy7322]

Guys!! You need to react to the live version of this song they played for the Game Awards! Please 🙏 😊🙏