My First BABYMETAL?! "Karate" Vocal ANALYSIS from years ago!

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  • @emb5091
    @emb5091 ปีที่แล้ว +1585

    This video is from almost 7 years go. Su-metal, the lead singer, turned 25 years old last month in December and her voice has matured so much and sounds even more amazing!🤘🦊🤘

    • @chopstyx1
      @chopstyx1 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      She's the only one that can really sing. The other two are just ok at singing, and are fine as harmonies or back up singers, but can't carry a song on their own.

    • @JoniG
      @JoniG ปีที่แล้ว +33

      I will see bm live finally next summer.

    • @mohanrajc_o_o
      @mohanrajc_o_o ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@JoniG enjoy mate

    • @kadriblabali
      @kadriblabali ปีที่แล้ว +118

      @@chopstyx1 Moa's voice has matured too, have you seen her singing that part of Headbanger after the solo live? She sounds really good, she has brighter and sweeter tone in comparison to Suzuka but still sounds great, they should use her more often on songs, maybe some leads or alternating leads with Su, like Mezmerize/Hypnotize SOAD era

    • @ssr-p1n
      @ssr-p1n ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@JoniG Have fun mate, I'm seeing them in a week.

  • @martinbowden7951
    @martinbowden7951 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    As a metal head I was at download when the were main staged and no one expected what happened next, within two songs they had everyone hooked!! Please can you review doki doki morning, it was one of the songs that solidified them into metal greatness

  • @boots_33
    @boots_33 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    You mentioned how they incorporate the "fly-catching" in the choreography. That hand symbol is called the Kitsune (Fox) and is basically their version of the "metal horns," but also, within the overarching fiction of the group's story, it's an homage to the Fox God, who is purported as their guiding entity. In the past, whenever they'd been interviewed and asked about what's in their future, the only answer they'd give was "Only the Fox God knows..."

    • @shishkabobby
      @shishkabobby 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      The fly catching is also a reference to Miyamoto Musashi. At least in legend, he avoided a fight by impressing his would be attackers by snatching flies in mid-air with his chopsticks. Musashi did not write about this, but it is a well-know, but perhaps apocryphal, story.

  • @franklurten6127
    @franklurten6127 ปีที่แล้ว +364

    To me, one of the most impressive things about Babymetal, is that Sumetal sings just as clearly live while doing all the choreography!

    • @franklurten6127
      @franklurten6127 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I think you'd enjoy their earlier stuff like Doki Doki Morning, which is fun and cute, and Papaya, which is more rock!

    • @mltdwn5415
      @mltdwn5415 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      In Kimi To Anime Ga Mitai she is barely finished belting and goes straight into some sort of metal cardio workout and back into the chorus without missing a beat. Lungs of Steel

    • @jurgenvanspengen3794
      @jurgenvanspengen3794 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      true, I've seem them live at a festival and it was about 40C (104F for you Americans) they did all the choreography and sounded perfect, I was dripping sweat standing still drinking cold beer, lol

    • @hat8918
      @hat8918 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I'd be shocked if they weren't lip syncing given how common it is, especially with shows with a lot of movement.

    • @mltdwn5415
      @mltdwn5415 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@hat8918 Having looked at the performance's of Kimi To Anime Ga Mitai at legend 1999,1997 and black night. I would safely say all three are singing live, there are a few differences in each. Though, I do think there might be some post-production work to clean things up.

  • @geenefitz1
    @geenefitz1 ปีที่แล้ว +398

    So what you can't see in this video, is how good Su really is. If you watch the live performances of BabyMetal, you will see that Su has nearly as much on-stage charisma, fortitude, and control over her voice as Bruce Dickenson. She jumps, dances and moves around on stage, and her voice never breaks. Not to mention, she has such control of her breath, that she can hold a tone nearly forever. And for a young lady as small as she is, that is quite the feat.

    • @solacedagony1234
      @solacedagony1234 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I would agree, her live vocals are actually spot on. I've watched a lot of the shows that you can find on TH-cam and they're excellent.

    • @casperi2
      @casperi2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Hold up. She's is amazing but Bruce is many many levels above her and in a totally different league.

    • @deathya1
      @deathya1 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@casperi2 Give her a bit more credit man, Bruce isn't doing hours worth of fully choreographed dancing while he sings.
      It's hard enough for most singers to sing well standing still, let alone performing full on dance routines as well.

    • @geenefitz1
      @geenefitz1 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@casperi2 Note the word "nearly" in the statement. Bruce has been toning his voice and talent for decades. Su has been doing this for, well, January marked 10 years since the BabyMetal Debut. When this album, came out, BabyMetal had only been a thing for about three years. And I stand by my statement. She has NEARLY as much on-stage charisma, fortitude, and control as Bruce does.

    • @Varksterable
      @Varksterable 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@casperi2 wtf is a "Bruce"? 😂

  • @superfbomb9054
    @superfbomb9054 ปีที่แล้ว +259

    Even us old school metal fans gotta have a special place in our hearts for Babymetal... It's like being a proud father thing... And they are actually pretty darn good

    • @nerty6
      @nerty6 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      it's crazy Rob Zombie and so many love baby metal

    • @Brion57042
      @Brion57042 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I remember hearing them years ago, and deciding I'm not a huge fan, but F me, I'm glad they exist. They've clearly been doing well. Good for them.

    • @jimsal78
      @jimsal78 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Saw them at Download festival years ago, of of people went in not sure about them but came out loving them. Poor Su slipped in the rain though and hurt her ankle but still played on - lot of dedication there.

    • @archivedesimperiums8861
      @archivedesimperiums8861 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @Cog Speak for yourself, metal is the most inclusive music scene I have been enjoying to be part of for the past 25yrs, everyone is welcome to add to the ever expanding metalverse. Babymetal is not my jam but I can appreciate what they are doing nonetheless. Alright, back to indian folk nu metal...

    • @artunblock9433
      @artunblock9433 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      If you open-minded at least you won't hate it. I personally love Babymetal

  • @planerie
    @planerie ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Welcome to the rabbit hole called BABYMETAL! One of my favorite bands and I just heard them around 6 months ago.

    • @Official_hotandflashy012
      @Official_hotandflashy012 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and
      Commenting.... text me💬I have something for you🎉

  • @webfly2
    @webfly2 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    "The One" is definitely what you are looking for from babymetal. That song is incredible.

    • @peccatumDei
      @peccatumDei ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I agree! And for fans of this song, I've discovered that there is an audio version with all the lyrics in English.

    • @darryllzwiers7257
      @darryllzwiers7257 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That song for vocal quality, or from dusk til dawn for just being awesome

    • @jullylyv
      @jullylyv ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The one is so underrated

    • @artunblock9433
      @artunblock9433 ปีที่แล้ว

      One of my favorite songs, love it

    • @scottkindorf1509
      @scottkindorf1509 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If you don't have a tear or two in your eyes after watching "The One", you're not human. A very touching, powerful & emotional song - hits all the check boxes.

  • @senortaco69
    @senortaco69 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Headbanger and road to resistance is amazing!

  • @tomasjallen
    @tomasjallen ปีที่แล้ว +296

    I love the story about how they in 2016 were more or less unknown (and the girls were teenagers) when they were booked to a festival in the UK. A last-minute change put them on the main stage in front of thousands of metal heads with no clue who they were.
    It took them only a couple of songs to get the audience on board. The rest is history.

    • @bunbunson27
      @bunbunson27 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      The Glastonbury? Live was the one that made me LOVE the song Karate. Su-metal singing it and harmonizing live gave me goosebumps

    • @incorrector
      @incorrector ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @ETJ wasn't that 2014?

    • @dominicijavier1575
      @dominicijavier1575 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      that's sonisphere 2014. one of the most metal things. it's rock n roll history. the very definition of sticking it to the man. they were set up to fail but showed the showrunners who's boss.

    • @mercedesdelaun3288
      @mercedesdelaun3288 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      They moved them to the largest stage of Sonisphere. Though it is worth noting that the group was started in 2010. So they had at least 4 years of performing as Baby Metal under their belts.

    • @eggthespacedick
      @eggthespacedick ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Yes sonisphere 2014! I was there and it only took 1 song to win me over!

  • @PhatGuSS
    @PhatGuSS ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Oh i can't wait for you to start analyzing their live stuff!!!! And you're spot on with the message!! Babymetal was created to empower young girls and give them a source of inspiration!! The Kami band, their backing band, is absolutely stellar!!
    I suggest the following, all live versions:
    Headbanger
    Road of Resistance
    Syncopation

  • @Kmudaify
    @Kmudaify ปีที่แล้ว +189

    There is a story from a Japanese Music Magazine editor (or reporter, or executive, I don't recall exactly) from the early days of Babymetal, being back stage with them at an outdoor Festival. The way he tells the story, Su (lead singer) was sitting in a chair with a maternal vibe while Yui and Moa were catching grasshoppers, being overlooked by Su. Moa caught a grasshopper that suddenly escaped her hand, jumping out. To which Moa's response was to wave with both hands and say "bye bye", causing Su to laugh. The way he describes it, that moment brought him extreme peace and tranquility, as does its memory.

    • @gerrymichaud3851
      @gerrymichaud3851 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      The girls are a wholesome addition to the music scene. They aren't divas and are humble.

  • @SynVicious
    @SynVicious 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    if you want to watch SuMetal control their crowds...road to resistance (must see)...pa pa ya or headbanger and kagerou 🤩

  • @iateotw000
    @iateotw000 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    BABYMETAL - Road of Resistance - Live in Japan (OFFICIAL) This really shows off her voice more

  • @MisterBongwater
    @MisterBongwater ปีที่แล้ว +97

    Longtime fans have not only seen these girls grow up, but also hear those vocal qualities blossom. Su has really come a long way as a vocalist and Moa, while mostly in a support role, has had her shining moments as well. One of the favorite Babymetal traditions is Moa (and Yui in the past) taking over lead vocals on their birthday for Headbanger during their tour.
    LOVELOVELOVE these guys.

  • @lonelylillamb5802
    @lonelylillamb5802 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Another good one is Kingslayer by BMTH feat. BABYMETAL . A very powerful duo

    • @ratpac_m
      @ratpac_m ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I second this. That song goes hard.

  • @paulc0102
    @paulc0102 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    The lead singer Suzuka had early fame as a child actor in musicals (in Japan) and I think it comes out in her Babymetal vocals, especially if you watch her live performances. Very theatrical and expressive - she "plays" the part of Su-Metal when performing. I love her voice and she just gets (vocally) better and better over time. Listen to Monochrome.

  • @cliveklg7739
    @cliveklg7739 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    "Monochrome" The First Take version please. Su's voice is just perfection in it.

  • @goatqi
    @goatqi ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The intensity is 10 fold live. Live performances are the only way to experience this group.

  • @shiningsilence13
    @shiningsilence13 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As good as this is, they're way better now. Love BabyMetal so much.

  • @lynchmob72
    @lynchmob72 ปีที่แล้ว +203

    The lead singer really belts it out in a solo song called Akatsuki. the live version is great too.

    • @caprise-music6722
      @caprise-music6722 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Damn they have a song called Akatsuki? Like the destroyer

    • @davis_v1876
      @davis_v1876 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@caprise-music6722 It just means 'dawn'

    • @FHL-Devils
      @FHL-Devils ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Whether people like the idea behind Babymetal or not, they need to admit that the lead singer is superb.

    • @hockeyshadow21
      @hockeyshadow21 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Rondo of Nightmare as well.

  • @typezero303
    @typezero303 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    If you want what I feel is the best example of lead singer's voice; Su-Metal, I really recommend Babymetal "Rondo of nightmare" - There is a fantastic live version on TH-cam. :)

    • @darkelfling65
      @darkelfling65 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I second that choice. Su-metal has an incredible voice

    • @bcalvert85
      @bcalvert85 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I third that suggestion! Obviously the Black Night Budokan version to be specific.

    • @ZarosAssassin
      @ZarosAssassin ปีที่แล้ว +2

      100% agree "Rondo of Nightmare" is an amazing song to see Su-metals vocal power same with "Akatsuki" both the finished and unfinished versions should be examined simultaneously.

    • @woocjoosh
      @woocjoosh ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The one with fenomenal intro played by Kami Band. ;)

    • @typezero303
      @typezero303 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@woocjoosh But of course!

  • @rexeros8825
    @rexeros8825 ปีที่แล้ว +175

    Lead singer Suzuka Nakamoto. (she is 25 now). Because she sings to heavy music, her singing is mostly belting. She has a very clear and stable voice. She easily performs quite complex parts without ever making a mistake with a note.
    This particular song is far from the most difficult. To appreciate the vocals, I would recommend the song Amore.
    (for example - th-cam.com/video/O4FGSs9VXjY/w-d-xo.html Amore (2017) Fox Festival version. )

    • @honorarythamesman5732
      @honorarythamesman5732 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I totally agree 👍 I suggested Amore in my comment!

    • @Trygvar13
      @Trygvar13 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@honorarythamesman5732 I agree. And they have a new album coming out in a few weeks. I would also suggest Headbanger

    • @19FlyingWombat76
      @19FlyingWombat76 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The concert for Su-Metal`s 16 birthday was just so nuts and great!

    • @mikeat2637
      @mikeat2637 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      And don't forget Akatsuki, from both the Legend 1997 concert ( the real ballad style) and from Budokan Black Night, the jazzed up version.

    • @moreblack
      @moreblack ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's crazy, Su is gonna be 30 before we know it.

  • @mierkov5204
    @mierkov5204 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My Babymetal recommendation would be Road of Resistance - live in Japan.

  • @matthewmortensen3687
    @matthewmortensen3687 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Can we talk about Elizabeth's amazing hair color. Whoever does it is a wizard.

  • @teacher_alex_coelho
    @teacher_alex_coelho ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I believe suzuka's best performance is at the song AKATSUKI LIVE AT bodokan BLACK NIGHT concert. You could realize how powerful her voice is at a LIVE performance.
    By the way, Babymetal in my opinion is the best thing that happened in the music industry for the past 10 years. It's a new kind of metal.

  • @aamiw99
    @aamiw99 ปีที่แล้ว +407

    Don't worry, they have plenty of content suitable for a vocal analyst like you. This song, and their other songs, are also much more impressive live because all the choreo you just saw is exactly what you'll see live plus the vocals. That shows the kind of stamina necessary to do what they do. "Akatsuki" live at Budokan Black Night is a great one with very impressive vocals. You'll be surprised by how powerful her vocals are. Getting drowned out by instruments definitely isn't a concern. 😄

    • @Bones12x2
      @Bones12x2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Id love to see her reaction to Su's Legend S NRNR. Su really put some emotion into that one.

    • @thomaspuseckerii8703
      @thomaspuseckerii8703 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      They truly are something else’

    • @mattburgess5697
      @mattburgess5697 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Akatsuki also has an insane guitar solo… errrr… duo.

    • @satoricrush
      @satoricrush ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Their live shows are on a whole different level. The y definitely need to be experienced live.

    • @godoflemmings17
      @godoflemmings17 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@satoricrush I got lucky and saw them at Brixton Academy in 2014. To date, that's still one of the best shows I've ever been to. You'd never have known how much they'd have had to scale down the show for that venue, they were still absolutely impeccable.

  • @mikeat2637
    @mikeat2637 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    To get some contrast, check out Karate live, at England's Download Festival in 2016 and the Budokan 2021 10-day Concert. Another good one for vocals is Brand New Day, only do the live concert videos, the best one is also from the 2021 Budokan concerts. Karate's theme is about fighting your own demons and succeeding.

  • @leslieq958
    @leslieq958 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    when Suzuka sings her monosyllabic section, there is no gliss, slide, or smear between notes. She hits the pitch of each note like a piano. perfect.

  • @TheFighterjock1
    @TheFighterjock1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Definitely check out papaya, one of my favorites from this group!

  • @jaglemans6778
    @jaglemans6778 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    You really need to check out BABYMETAL's latest single METAL KINGDOM (released yesterday) to hear just how much Su's vocals have progressed in recent years. Probably her best vocal performance to date. There's an audio version on TH-cam and no issues with copyright or blocking. The other two new singles are Divine Attack (lyrics by Su) and Monochrome.
    There maybe a full MV of METAL KINGDOM in the coming weeks if they shoot one at their upcoming concerts in Japan.

  • @davidmills3502
    @davidmills3502 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    I have been waiting forever to see you reacting to BabyMetal! one of my guilty pleasures :) FYI they are incredible live. Think about the difference between Nightwish live vs studio...BabyMetal is in the same category. Production, choreography, sound quality, costumes and drama, everything. If you are looking for the full BabyMetal experience you should look up "Road to Resistance" live in Japan. For a perfect example of Suzuka's vocal performance and theatricality, look into "Akatsuki" (also live).

  • @Backoffboogaloo
    @Backoffboogaloo ปีที่แล้ว +23

    You talk about how precise and clean the vocals are. I’ve seen them live seven times (soon to be eight-can’t wait!) and the vocal is that clean and precise in real life. Her tuning is perfect.

  • @segismundo999
    @segismundo999 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Please see Rondo of nightmare w/the kamiband intro, Headbanger, Akatsuki, Road of Resistance and Ijime, Dame, Zettai, in live all, cheers!

  • @Varksterable
    @Varksterable ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great reaction. You picked up on a lot of the little/subtle things that are why we love babymetal so much. Gg!
    You also have such a beautiful smile, and seem to be actually enjoying it.
    Watched your reaction a few times now, and I can't thank you enough for it.
    Babymetal cram so much into this video/song. Just like They always do.

  • @jakemuller8626
    @jakemuller8626 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Thanks for this re-upload. Now watch Any of the new 3 singles to compare her mature vocals with her teenage years. May the Fox God bless you and kitsune up!
    _Ossu!_ 🦊🤘🥋

  • @josiah7696
    @josiah7696 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Megitsune and Monochrome are two of their best songs, plus Monochrome much more recent. And definitely need to look up their live performance vids

    • @GodlessSuns
      @GodlessSuns ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Megitsune is a beast of a tune :)

    • @jefforymitchell5697
      @jefforymitchell5697 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Megitsune is one of the best, that and Distortion.

    • @fitzlock8349
      @fitzlock8349 ปีที่แล้ว

      The metal breakdown based on "Sakura, Sakura" after the first chorus of Megitsune is crunchy as fuck.

    • @grumpybear4104
      @grumpybear4104 ปีที่แล้ว

      Megitsune gets my vote. A must listen!

  • @Mark_McMarkster
    @Mark_McMarkster ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Su’s best vocal showcase (imo) is Akatsuki (Unfinished Version) live at Legend 1997. Also, Rondo of Nightmare Black Night at Budokan. Phenomenal.
    But to appreciate her fully it has to be Headbanger live from the Legend 1997, jumping around and still able to deliver powerful, stable vocals. Really impressive. The song is just pure energy and one of my favourites 🙌
    Finally, Road of Resistance Live in Japan for her command of the stage.

  • @vVyohasakuraVv
    @vVyohasakuraVv ปีที่แล้ว

    9:32 a keen eye will notice she caught the fly with there signature kitsune "rock" sign

  • @jessicawoodley9577
    @jessicawoodley9577 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    check out the live at budokan 2021 version of karate
    it's phenomenal, and there's more singing

  • @joshuahadams
    @joshuahadams ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Joakim Bröden’s been on one of their songs, ‘Oh Majinai!’ from the album ‘Metal Galaxy’, as a backup singer. It’s an almost entirely different vibe than this one and feels vaguely Celtic.

    • @ce77dk
      @ce77dk ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It would be so cool with a reaction to that song :-) Going to be fun listening to them live soon on the Sabaton tour

  • @AngusJo
    @AngusJo ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I would argue that the song "Headbanger" is vocally one of their finest works. Babymetal in general is one of the most beautiful and impressive bands I know. Both vocally and instrumentally.

    • @voladel
      @voladel ปีที่แล้ว

      Totes agree

  • @seanowens9733
    @seanowens9733 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Welcome to the amazing world of BabyMetal. They are amazing in every way. They have been around since 2010. They started when they were just children. They are now in their mid 20s. They have been through a lot (YuiMetal left the band and one of their guitarist Mikio died). They just released 3 new songs and have 2 shows in Japan on the 28th and 29th of this month. I definitely suggest you react to BabyMetal live. They are so good. Enjoy the BabyMetal ride! 🖤🔥🖤🔥🖤🔥🖤

  • @Aging_Casually_Late_Gamer
    @Aging_Casually_Late_Gamer ปีที่แล้ว

    Baby metal for life!
    🤘🤘🤘🤘
    If you want a live performance. A song of their new album they did is called papaya

  • @ENTE-METAL
    @ENTE-METAL ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Yes, Yes, Yes - BABYMETAL. Thank you so very much for the reupload, Elizabeth 🙏. Please react to another video of one of their live performances, preferably Road of Resistance - Live in Japan (Official). That would be awesome. Greetings from Germany. Stay safe and stay metal. Forever THE ONE 🤗❤🤘🦊🤘

    • @Sydmaster
      @Sydmaster ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ^this! one of the greatest metal moments in history

    • @DraconimLt
      @DraconimLt ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Seconded! 😀👍
      Road of Resistance - Live in Japan = Epic

  • @ForestSen
    @ForestSen ปีที่แล้ว +13

    When you mentioned middle eastern. I must recommend Shanti Shanti Shanti. Is a song that paid homage to India. Her voice sounds amazing in it. Most people from India who have reacted to it says it really is close to India’s Bollywood type of music mixed with metal.
    Hope you check them out more!

    • @GrudenSS
      @GrudenSS ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fun choreography in Shanti... too. Moa's facial expressions are priceless

    • @ForestSen
      @ForestSen ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GrudenSS yes it definitely does. I think an Indian woman reacted to it and focused on the choreography and said she was surprised and pleased by the details they put into it that are similar to Bollywood dancing. Though I think she some is similar to Egyptian style as well.

    • @GrudenSS
      @GrudenSS ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ForestSen Yep, she's actually reacted to a lot of Babymetal songs now. She's a professional dancer and dance teacher i believe, so it's fun to get reactions from that perspective.

  • @Relyx
    @Relyx ปีที่แล้ว +109

    I've loved BABYMETAL ever since I saw Megitsune way back in 2014. Su is a fantastic vocalist, but my god the people writing these songs, and arranging them so to speak, are absolute geniuses. They've always balanced the J-Pop and Metal sounds really well, with some real heavy Slipknot-esque instrumentation while having these girls sweetly singing over and it still somehow working. Then they've sprinkled in other genres here and there and it still all sounds cohesive and powerful. It's genuinely mindblowing.

    • @cphine
      @cphine ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Megitsune is, and always will be (barring something unbelievably amazing), their best song by far. By contrast, Karate is one of my least favorites.

    • @Werewolf914
      @Werewolf914 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think that's around the time I discovered them too I just remember that it was from Pandora or a similar app that I found them from and I remember at first I didn't know what to think but then by the end of the song I was like "that's one of the most unique things I've ever heard!"
      Definitely need to be in the right mood for it but I like them such a cool concept for a band

    • @godoflemmings17
      @godoflemmings17 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I remember hearing Megitsune for the first time (after Gimme Chocolate) and being absolutely blown away. Like, they went from good but obviously gimmicky in my eyes to "this is legitimately fucking awesome" that fast. The drop on Megitsune wouldn't feel out of place on a Meshuggah record.

  • @vVyohasakuraVv
    @vVyohasakuraVv ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so glad u found babymetal =D im gonna go see them live in scotland 18th of april. theyre touring with sabaton and lordi

  • @darkdudironaji
    @darkdudironaji ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Funny that you say you could see her sing a more middle eastern style. Because they have a song called "Shanti Shanti Shanti" which is very inspired by Indian music.

  • @xalin73
    @xalin73 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Road of resistance by Babymetal live is amazing in terms of showmanship and just good rock performance.

  • @fatmanchew909
    @fatmanchew909 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    My 3 favorite songs is Chocolate, Karate and Headbanger. Both my kids love listening to it in the car driving to school. Check out their live videos to see how well they perform and how pumped up the crowd gets during their performance.

  • @80mtn
    @80mtn ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I remember you talking about doing this a long time ago. Su-Metal is known for being a machine with her vocal delivery, no matter how much choreo she's doing. If not a reaction, watch some Babymetal just for you because you'll enjoy them, I'm pretty sure. 🙂 Your Stevie Ray Vaughn reaction the other day was my favorite out of all the hundreds of your videos I've watched! Thanks Elizabeth!

  • @michaelbartolomeo2926
    @michaelbartolomeo2926 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been WAITING for you to finally get around to reacting to BabyMetal ... :)

  • @michaelrue1400
    @michaelrue1400 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My first exposure to Babymetal was Catch Me If You Can and it blew me away. I've absolutely loved everything I've heard from them.

  • @garthbigelow
    @garthbigelow ปีที่แล้ว +13

    oh, that was an unexpected surprise. I've loved BabyMetal for years though less so their newer direction. It was my gateway to kpop in an indirect way. Su-Metal has a simply amazing voice. There are a few videos of her singing solo with chioresque music that I would go searching for but I'm sure someone has beaten me to it.
    Thank you for this gem this morning.

  • @rickwagner-
    @rickwagner- ปีที่แล้ว +113

    ⚡ 💀 💕 / 👻 👻 👻
    BABYMETAL's producer, Kei Kobayashi (known as Kobametal, or just Koba) became aware of lead singer Suzuka Nakamoto back when she was the youngest member of the JPop trio Karen Girl's.
    She was 11 years old at the time.
    He attended their final concert, and was impressed with her stage presense and "no holds back" singing.
    So much so that he decided to form a metal group around her.
    This insane plan took a couple of years to get started.
    There was an interview with Koba, where he talks about his instructions to the live band when he first put them together.
    It was, 'Don't hold back because they are "Idols". Don't hold back because they are girls.'

  • @wadewomack5109
    @wadewomack5109 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    Live Babymetal is ALWAYS better than the music videos, although this is my favorite BM MV. Check out them doing IDZ at Sonisphere 2014. That's the one where the world, outside of Japan, was introduced to them. They just slayed!

    • @petervenkman69
      @petervenkman69 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You are right, that was a great show!

    • @rukapete3208
      @rukapete3208 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      sadly sonisphere 2014 had a bad audio quality to analysis compared with MVs

    • @Bones12x2
      @Bones12x2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I love IDZ but I think she needs to react to something a bit newer as a vocal expert. I think Legend S NRNR is perfect.

    • @wadewomack5109
      @wadewomack5109 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Bones12x2 That would be a great one to hear the more mature Su-metal vocals 👍

    • @rolandkarlsson7072
      @rolandkarlsson7072 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wadewomack5109 - I do not agree that live is always better than music video. I actually think the MV for Megitsune is top notch. I also think the MV version of Doki Doki Morning is the only one to listen to. But, yes, in principle - I agree. The audience control and contact those girls have is out of this world. And live you understand how good those girls are, and also the kami band. They are actually doing the singing and the dancing at the same time for hours. I saw one example where they were actually exhausted and looks like they should faint any moment, but still kept on, just brought forward by the enthusiastic audience.

  • @franciscoibarra8189
    @franciscoibarra8189 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    you need to check out the live version of road of resistance!!

  • @brentfordsandy6271
    @brentfordsandy6271 ปีที่แล้ว

    I believe I suggested this band while commenting on your King Diamond reaction... Fantastic one of a kind band

  • @dirklerxstprof2112
    @dirklerxstprof2112 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    If you look closely at the "White Ghost's" as You call Them, ( It's Suzuka, Yui and Moa ) You can see Their opposite selves reflected in Their Eye's. This Video, in My humble opinion, is a beautiful work of art. In the words of Babymetal Fans " Kitsune's Up "

    • @Amitabha108
      @Amitabha108 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They used the Kitsune fox hand gesture at the end to make the phantasms dissolve away.

  • @Novakiller
    @Novakiller ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Gotta check them out live. Try Catch Me if you Can or the One! 🥰😈🤘

  • @C.N.A.C.
    @C.N.A.C. ปีที่แล้ว +100

    If you find Su's vocals to have a "Middle Eastern" quality, you should definitely check out "Shanti Shanti Shanti." It's got a strong Indian flavor. (Yes, I know India is not in the Middle East!)
    Personally, I like "Megitsune" and "Kagerou," but they're not much different from this. Listening to them back to back is a good way to hear how Su's voice has matured over the years.
    And like many comments below, I recommend "Akatsuki" if you want a less brutal song.
    And, finally, "Oh! Majinai" is hilarious. :)

    • @SilentSooYun
      @SilentSooYun ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh, yes... if you want some peak Su, "Shanti" Is amazing!

    • @NuclearHeadshot
      @NuclearHeadshot ปีที่แล้ว

      Shanti is really impressive vocally as well, lots of vibrato. It's such a good pick

    • @MarceloZ2
      @MarceloZ2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Oh! Majinai always cracks me up because they got Joakim Barden to just sing “yoyoyoyoyoyoyo” for 4 minutes straight, which is *comedy fucking gold*

    • @AxeSwipe2011
      @AxeSwipe2011 ปีที่แล้ว

      When it comes out, "Metalizm" will have a strong Middle-eastern sound.

  • @joaomatos8286
    @joaomatos8286 ปีที่แล้ว

    Headbanger is definitely a good choice to add to your list! Never saw you headbanging and would be curious to see if the music pulls you to it ahah

  • @Tampahop
    @Tampahop ปีที่แล้ว

    What you thought was the "fly catching" symbolism at the end of the video was actually the sign for the "fox god," (kitsune sain) two fingers raised for the ears with the other fingers touching the thumb for the snout.

  • @chrismiller5940
    @chrismiller5940 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Su was just 16 when this song was done 6 years ago and her voice has matured beautifully since then. Also as far as mixing different genre's of music in their songs most have several genre's of music in them, on their second CD just about every song has a different genre and feel to it.

    • @xtravagentk1275
      @xtravagentk1275 ปีที่แล้ว

      Su is 25, your math doesn't add up.

    • @funkster007
      @funkster007 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think the other two were 16 when they did this song. Su was around 18.

  • @shawnlopez2317
    @shawnlopez2317 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good work. I'm subscribing in the hopes you do more Babymetal! Btw you should look up Babymetal - Shanti Shanti Shanti for that more middle eastern sound you were talking about.

  • @goreworks3562
    @goreworks3562 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so happy you found this! Please do The One... It's a concert video to end all concert videos!!

  • @profoundpronoun4712
    @profoundpronoun4712 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My brother is nuts, nuts, nuts for this group. I mean, nuts.
    By the by, please do The Armor You Own by Dead Letter Circus, thank you!

  • @sdmetal1
    @sdmetal1 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I would suggest listen to Megitsune, Su tends to do a single track vocal and the melody is all over the place with several high points. I’d love to get your thoughts on it 🦊🤘🏼

  • @azureskys
    @azureskys ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I could write an essay about Babymetal, but to try to be short, there's a sincerity and purity to their music that makes it so special and broad reaching. Su-Metal said in an interview that their music is meant to be felt. It's a combination that seems absolutely ridiculous, but due to incredible care, talent and extremely hard work by the girls and those involved it became something really amazing that bridges all sorts of genres. Their journey has been challenging, tragic, but ultimately triumphant to truly bring forth a new type of metal. Thrilled to see them finally come across your schedule for analysis! Can't wait for you to see more, learn their story (like their first UK metal festival where they won over a huge, skeptical crowd), and especially see some live productions!

  • @Grington300
    @Grington300 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Excellent reaction and analysis, but as so many below have said, the official videos are all very good, but live BABYMETAL is always best.
    Well spotted on the fact they were fighting themsleves (or fighting their own inner demons) and helping each other through those hard times where life knocked them down.
    On the power of the vocals - you may be surprised to know that when they brought in the live band to support tem in live shows (they started out very young and with no budget so sang live to pre-recorded instrumentals), the only instructions the musicians were given was "Play as loud and as hard as you can. Do not hold back because they are girls. Do not hold back because they are Idols."
    The whole concept was formed and developed around lead vocalist Su-metal after their producer saw her performing with her previous group when she was about 10. He was so impressed with her straight and very loud (for an Idol) singing style and her stage presence that she inspired his idea for her to front a fusion Metal-JPop band - a band that would play the sort of music he liked (he was a lifelong metalhead) but with a twist to bring something fresh, new and untried to the genre.
    My suggestion for you as a vocal coach would be BABYMETAL's 'Shine' live at their Legend M concert in 2019 - arguably Su-metal's finest vocal performance to date (although that may change in a week or two when they play their first live shows since 2021).

  • @paulsim7589
    @paulsim7589 ปีที่แล้ว

    That Hair is awsome, its like a lions main :) Rarrggg! - thumbs up on BabyMetal.

  • @Alex-vm1dh
    @Alex-vm1dh ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Let me recommend this one, Band name: WAGAMAMA RAKIA Song: SURVIVE

  • @SlainByTheWire
    @SlainByTheWire ปีที่แล้ว +39

    You gotta see their live stuff. Su is incredible live.

  • @sheets75
    @sheets75 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You really need to see some of their live performances, which are very impressive in terms of their singing while dancing. They've changed a bit over time - they're grown up now, one of the girls left, and they've toned down the heaviness a lot in favor of basically doing pop songs that just have a bit more guitar than usual.

  • @DreamsInWild
    @DreamsInWild ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I LOVE BabyMetal!! You should definitely check them out live... these girls go HARD.

  • @ralfklonowski3740
    @ralfklonowski3740 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Time to thank you. This video was the first thing I ever saw or heard of Babymetal. I got sucked into the Foxhole within days and have been a happy Babymetal fan ever since; saw them live in May 2023. Thanks for introducing me to this wonderful group. Greetings from Germany!

  • @ravenfin1916
    @ravenfin1916 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can't stop looking at your hair, beautiful...

  • @RagnarozSR
    @RagnarozSR ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Definitely check out the live performances, they are so much better. As far as the songs go, you can never go wrong with Road of Resistance or Headbanger.

    • @flarefrenzys3046
      @flarefrenzys3046 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Road of Resistance live in Japan:
      th-cam.com/video/zTEYUFgLveY/w-d-xo.html
      Headbanger live legend of 1997:
      th-cam.com/video/QEsOaMbNFww/w-d-xo.html

  • @grannyLynnsCreations
    @grannyLynnsCreations ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Rondo of Nightmare - live - is amazing..... Also, Rob Halfort sings with Painkiller with them... it is amazing..

    • @Wizler71
      @Wizler71 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If the metal god approves you know it's good!

  • @blahmcduh
    @blahmcduh ปีที่แล้ว +31

    So happy to see your post of a Babymetal song analysis. Since I first accidentally discovered Babymetal on TH-cam in March of 2021, they have become my favorite music group. I love all their music. There are so many BM songs on YT that I could recommend for you to watch next but here is one where Su-metal (Suzuka) shows why she was chosen to be the lead vocalist for Babymetal. She has a very strong singing voice that can project and be heard above the metal band playing behind her. The song is "Akatsuki" and is from a concert (2016, I believe) at Budokan called the Black Night performance. It also gives a close up look and listen to the backing musicians, called the Kami Band.
    th-cam.com/video/g2372C5PJLM/w-d-xo.html
    Please post more Babymetal song analyses! Thanks!

    • @Grington300
      @Grington300 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Good choice (it was March 1st or 2nd 2014, Su was only just 16).

    • @GrudenSS
      @GrudenSS ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, someone fish up the best Akatsuki to react to. Great playing from the band, and it's a solo Su song, so it'll help to focus on her singing. Next time tho, we need to make sure we get a live vid. Live Babymetal is always better than album and music video Babymetal!

    • @blahmcduh
      @blahmcduh ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GrudenSS The link in my original post IS to a live performance! At the Budokan arena in Tokyo.

  • @CrystalBrightz
    @CrystalBrightz ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Megitsune from Babymetal next! Then, Maximum the Hormone! 🤘🏻

  • @lslewis
    @lslewis ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my favs of theirs, both in song & performance^^. Osu!

  • @Bones12x2
    @Bones12x2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've been waiting for you to do babymetal forever... And you do a music video 🤣... Oh well, thanks! But you definetly need to do a live video later. I'd recommend No Rain No Rainbow from the Legend S concert.

  • @Drewbert101
    @Drewbert101 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    With your comment about wanting to hear her voice in a different style of music, you should check out "Shanti Shanti". It is an Indian-inspired song.

  • @polymniaskate
    @polymniaskate ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Aaaah it is great to see you react to them - as plenty have mentioned already though you need to listen to them live, both because they are a live act above all, but also because the main singer’s voice is often way over-produced on records, at least until now (they’ve released 3 new singles since November with a new album in March and the production sounds much better in that respect). Live, the way her voice pierces through the heaviness of the music with remarkable ease despite her young age (at the time of the video - she’s in her mid-twenties now, but Babymetal started more than a decade ago….). I know some people suggested Gimme Chocolate but I’m not sure it’s a great one to judge their voices - Ijime Dame Zettai at Sonicsphere is probably a better song to judge early Babymetal live (it was back in 2014 so the girls were barely in their mid-teens then 😱😅)

    • @SimoneRistori
      @SimoneRistori ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I couldn't agree more, Ijime Dame Zettai at that live is incredible, especially if you think about the pressure, the crowd, the situation in which they found themselves. It's all good and nice to perform live in Japan when you're 16 and you have a huge apparate to support you, another thing is perform live in a metal festival in which you are just a small little band from nowhere. Incredible performance

  • @bleedsmetal
    @bleedsmetal ปีที่แล้ว

    Welcome to the Fox Hole. Have been wishing for years that you would notice and give exposure to this band.
    Super excited for Elizabeth to see the fans in Japan participation.
    Have asked Prof. Hartley to do a collaboration review with Elizabeth.

  • @donaldballman2825
    @donaldballman2825 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You should check out No Rain No Rainbow and The One

  • @darkvisiongothacked
    @darkvisiongothacked ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i would argue the clearest song for just how awesome the lead singers voice is megitsune. the way her vocals can just cut through MASSIVE distortion is absurdly impressive.

  • @jodonnell64
    @jodonnell64 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Elizabeth... you mentioned female empowerment in this video. One word: Megitsune
    A few more words: If you react to it, get the translated lyrics.
    Last words: Su Metal worked really hard to raise the bar for her own vocal talents in that song, and it's probably my favorite vocal performance of hers.

    • @PsycHoOone
      @PsycHoOone ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm pretty sure, this will forever be my favourite Baby Metal song, it's so awesome!

  • @FriendofWigner
    @FriendofWigner ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I saw them in concert a few years back (with The Hu opening). The performance was pretty spot-on; basically a 90 minute music video. 10/10 would see them again if I got the chance.
    EDIT: It may be fun to check out a video from a while back: Su Metal does a duet of Painkiller with Rob Halford (Judas Priest). It was a blast to watch.

    • @Official_hotandflashy012
      @Official_hotandflashy012 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and
      Commenting.... text me💬I have something for you🎉

    • @CactusJackter
      @CactusJackter ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also love that Halford's voice is about 2 octaves higher than her's.

  • @OrbitalRoc
    @OrbitalRoc ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's not so muffled in 7.2 surround. And yep flies die in this house as well. If you like Baby Metal you need to check out Band maid - REAL EXISTENCE.

  • @johnnymolina4673
    @johnnymolina4673 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    First time listening to any Babymetal song, wow I am very impressed about the production quality and energy this brings about, bravo!

  • @NQYsarge
    @NQYsarge ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'd love you to check out BABYMETAL - Shine (live version). Such a beautiful song and lots of emotion. Ultimately, anything from BABYMETAL is grat, live versions are a must!

  • @StrawberriJam
    @StrawberriJam ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm so happy to see her finally reacting to Babymetal!

  • @millerbeer01
    @millerbeer01 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    The Kami Band are some of the most respected and talented musicians ever assembled IMO.

  • @MMultik5000fx
    @MMultik5000fx ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Elizabeth, highly recommended watch babymetal - road of resistance, its such a powerful voice from vocal artist, this song make me cry when I hear this track, VERY good vocal school, thank you

  • @GreyFox23
    @GreyFox23 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pa Pa Ya is also another popular song from Baby Metal. A lot of their songs are great but Pa Pa Ya is also very popular.

  • @liisaara7242
    @liisaara7242 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    All of the love for BabyMetal, this is my favorite song by them! Thank you for posting this!

  • @KharaChmiel
    @KharaChmiel ปีที่แล้ว +96

    You should really react to their live version of Road to Resistance if you wanna see them live. Either that or Rondo of Nightmare, Black Night edition. You really should react to them again, not just because all of their music is wonderful, but because the community AROUND their music is great. We have all grown up with these girls for 10 years or more now and we are all extremely proud of what they have done in the space. You have old metal heads, young metal heads, j-pop lovers and everyone in between. What makes this group unique is that it appeals to groups of all ages.

    • @FreelancerND
      @FreelancerND ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Headbanger live is also quite amazing.

    • @Chambs_15
      @Chambs_15 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Akatsuki, Kagerou, Arkadia, Stralight...
      Pretty much on any live performance of them you can see how fucking good it is, both su's voice and the crowd.

    • @SteelAce13
      @SteelAce13 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Also you see their crowd control in the Road to Resistence live video. They have a huge following.

    • @TheeRillyBadGamer
      @TheeRillyBadGamer ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The live version of Road to Resistance is mind-blowing. Those girls absolutely bust their asses and have the audience eating out of their hands. Phenomenal performance.

    • @TheK01234
      @TheK01234 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheeRillyBadGamer gives me goosebumps when they get em chanting every time