The title "Losing My Religion" refers to lead singer Michael Stipe's grandmother's term for losing her cool and saying things that she would not have typically said because of her faith. Notice all the religious symbolism throughout the video, including Doubting Thomas from the Bible, and Icarus from Greek mythology. The song and it's video are masterpieces.
Kurt Cobain grew up loving REM , and Michael Stipe ( rem's vocalist ) also was a fan of nirvana. Stipe had sent Kurt a request to work on a project together, Kurt agreed to, but had began isolating himself in a house he had that was out of town-kind of out in the sticks.He was not taking calls and not responding to anyone for the most part, except Courtney . Just before the very questionable " suicide" took place, Stipe had sent Kurt a plane ticket to get Kurt out of that house and to stay with him and work on music together. He even sent his driver to the house, who waited outside for 10 hours. After Kurt died, the note from Michael Stipe asking him to come work with him was found taped to his wall. I always liked REM, but after hearing this story, I loved them even more.
The song was written by singer Michael Stipe and the subject is unrequited love. How he tries to get the subject of his affection to notice him and how increasingly desperate he becomes. The subject is universal, how hopeless you feel going through it.
REM’s album, Out of Time, is one of those rare perfect ones where every song is brilliant and is worth your attention. Radio Song is an absolute gem. You might also like to try a song called Kid Fears by the Indigo Girls, which is a beautiful song featuring REM’s lead singer, Michael Stipe, on backing vocals.
Weird, because the album version of Radio Song is the track on the album that I would lose. I quite like the unplugged version. Music is a subjective medium though...
Bro, I stumbled across your channel because of this song. I was in high school when this came out, don't judge I'm older, but it has always meant alot too me. After 24 years in the Marine Corps, this song has been one of the few constants in my life and it always reminds me of my humanity and immortality. I appreciate it the fact it impacted you too. Thank you.
Don’t lose it man. The Lord is with you and always will. You know who runs this world, so there’s much darkness. Be from this place, not of it. Blessings.
You have obliviously passed through some really hard events in your young life. I admire your strength to persevere. Continue to be you and know God is good even through those dark times. ❤️
Your newest rabbit hole should be The Electric Light Orchestra aka ELO. These guys had 20 top 40 hits in the US alone. I'd suggest starting with Mr. Blue Sky, Telephone Line, Showdown, Roll Over Beethoven, or Evil Woman.
R.E.M. was a staple of my high school years. I still love them. And definitely another rabbit hole. Check out "Everybody Hurts." Their music videos from the '90s are so cinematic.
Rewatching this, I realized this is an edited version of the video. I didn't know there was one. During the "consider this" verse, a man is supposed to put his finger in the fallen angel's wound (symbolic of Thomas putting his finger through Jesus's wounds). I guess it made people uncomfortable. It was the version I had on VHS (which sadly got thrown away).
That was very touching. Life is tough. Lots of struggle. I'm going through it now, too. We can only keep trying. . The world is especially depressing right now, but we have to hang in there. Glad you're doing better. You're a terrific person and you have lots of people sending positive energy to you. Maybe that sounds corny, but I believe in it.
REM has a really strong catalogue. Michael's words and delivery is unique and amazing and goes straight to the heart. I had a childhood friend who was obsessed with them (they weren't that well known where I am), that's how I got to know them. They were amazing. Michael is doing really amazing solo work atm.
Listen to every REM song you can find. They were a brilliant band and a HUGE part of life in the 80s & 90s. "Automatic for the People" and "Fables of the Reconstruction" are must listen albums.
Crowded House songs you should check out are, Fall At Your Feet, Into Temptation, Don't Dream It's Over, Weather With You, Pineapple Head, & World Where You Live. Also check out Ocean Colour Scene's The Day We Caught The Train and The Verve's The Drugs Don't Work.
R.E.M. my favorite band in the whole world! You really should hear their early years music- like "So. central rain" "Fall on me" "Swan Swan H" "Orange crush" (although it is not really a very known songs like "losing") James, you are such a beautiful person with high emotional intelligence. I'm glad I've "found" your Chanel. please keep going
I love that song. Every time I hear it it makes me think. It has so much truth in it. The song is deep. Do not give up. Life has ups and downs. We all know how it is.
I always interpreted this song as a “love lost” or a song of a love unrequited. Either falling out of love or losing the interest/ affection of the one they admire. “...A distance in your eyes...” they can see that, the attention to them is waning... “...oh no, I’ve said too much, I haven’t said enough...” trying to bring up awkward conversations, trying to get your feelings off your chest, but then being too afraid to really air it all out... this song is so deep and can mean different things to different people, or even several things to the same person in different moods... I love this song so much, I still listen to it regularly. Now it’s time to check out some G-Mo Skee! I’m telling you there really aren’t any artist who are as creative as him at the moment...
It's such a moving song. I remember, back in 1992, it coming on in a bar I was in in Egland, very late night, and the whole bar suddenly started singing it as one. Just one of those moments when you know a song speaks to something in all of us.
I don't know what you went through, but I thank God you have made it through and will continue to make it. One day at a time, brother. One day at a time.
Great review man. Congrats on discovering one of the finest bands of the modern era. REM have literally dozens of songs like this. Check out "What's The Frequency Kenneth" , it's another REM mega hit. ✌️
Excited for you to discover R.E.M. “Everybody Hurts” is an obvious next song for but but here’s a couple more: “At my most beautiful” “The one I love” “Drive” “Ages of you” “Nightswimming” “You are the everything”
I’m a fan of “Man On The Moon”, “The Sidewinder Sleeps Tonight” and “What’s The Frequency, Kenneth?” Myself. If I’m not mistaken, REM performed a live version of “Drive” at the MTV Music Awards or Grammy Awards about 27 years ago that was significantly revamped and far more energetic than the studio version. It’s definitely worth checking it out!
You talk openly and people can relate to your comments . You do where your heart on your sleeve , I am glad that the darkness is behind you . Your words are humble reflects to many of your New Friends . Glad now your feeling positive ...
JB. I love watching your videos. You have a great soul. Your reactions are from your heart. Don't ever change. Be the person you are and ate meant to be. God bless you my brother.
Great reaction. Pretty popular band in the 90s. I haven't seen the video since around the time that it came out. This song has been played on the radio a ton for the last few decades. The video gives a whole extra element to it, to see him singing and the imagery used. Cool to see you liking it.
Saw REM live in Hyde Park 2005. They were something else. Glad you are feeling better man, you are not alone there. Take care of your mental health as you would your physical health. No matter what it takes. Love the videos by the way. Enjoy your journey my friend.
You are an amazing human being, and you are helping more of us than know. Rediscovering songs I've heard a million times, but never paid attention to. Thank you.
JB, I hope you've come through the dark times of last year. You are obviously a really special person - I love the way you're not afraid to show your emotions; in fact, I think you can't help but show your emotions because you've got deep feelings. You're awesome, dude. Wishing you well, brother.
Oh yes!!! I love this later REM music from the 90s on, but it's their earlier work from the 80s that truly has my heart. All of those albums - "Fables of the Reconstruction," "Document," "Green," etc - literally helped me make it out of high school alive!
I am so enjoying watching you on this musical journey. Your joy and emotion is infectious, thank you for being you. We have all suffered from depression and pain in life. It is how we keep going that defines us. Keep your head held high, you got this.
I'm glad you're feeling better JB. We utubers have to stick together. Sad songs and especially Michael Stipe's beauty and humanity has sure helped me through some rough times.
I am so glad I "discovered" you discovering some of the best music ever to be made! I really wish I had found you back at the beginning in 2018, but I am catching up! You have grown so much and the joy i see in you every time you fall down a rabbit hole is heartwarming!! Every thing from The Carpenters, Billy Joel, Opera, and AC DC! You are amazing and such a nice guy. Please if you get time with all your other request listen to Crosby Stills and Nash, either Teach Your Children or Suite Judy Blue eyes you will not regret it!!
I'm new to your channel, just found it yesterday and watched a few of your reaction vids, and I must say that I'm really impressed with your emotions on your reactions. I'm a HUGE R.E.M. fan, mor3e like a fanatic. They were my first introduction into music. Theres so many songs of theirs that I could recommend. I'd recommend "You Are The Everything" live 1989 Green world tour or the album version. The other song off the top of my head is "Cuyahoga". I'm going to continue to enjoy your vids. You've got a great platform here. Keep up the good work, thanks.
Nightswimming is my favorite too! Im surprised that most people dont know what the words in the song mean. Its about unrequited love isnt it? I actually think its kind of a f you song like you werent good enough for me anyways. Peace
Thanks James, lovely music. Dont ever regret what you have done in the past - the past is gone you only have now and hopes and goals for the future, and if they dont come off that's ok too. May I suggest something completely different to lift your mood - a one hit wonder (studio version) 'Come on Eileen' by Dexy's Midnight Runners - great fun...
I subscribed to your channel and witnessed the battles you were having with yourself. Felt for you at the time. I believe though that you have come out of that period a much stronger individual. As Steve Jobs once said 'you join up the dots later on'. It doesn't always make sense at the time but it makes sense once you get there. Your channel goes from strength to strength. You, my friend, are a special individual. I'm 60 years old and a big fan!!
I don’t do religion anymore. I didn’t say I stopped a spiritual mindset. I had to lay the yoke of what people told me that felt unnatural and incredibly biased. Who can live believing they are bad by nature ? Or punished throughout life ? That’s not LIFE or LIVING . I’ve not regretted walking away from doctrine or dogma. I found I could breathe. I just had to find my connection meant for me. Whatever ones perception of God is as explained by man? Falls short . Why is there sooo much division in religion and judgment? Humans have agendas and flaws and project agendas on others. There comes a day you have to read and understand for yourself. This song applies to several things in life to include the music industry to ones job , life and sense of ones place in society and the world . It’s one on one man and how we treat others after we learn we are allowed to think for ourselves. I’m in a dark night of the soul too. It was people created not forces unseen . Standing back up after a storm in your truth is most revealing. We are allowed to celebrate too. “ We all are just walking each other home “. Ram Dass
Newcomer here but much love and support! One song that I alwayse related to that of like to recommend is one headlight by the wallflowers. Don't know if there is a music video but maybe a lyric video?
I saw REM, and Joan Jett and the Blackhearts open for the Police during the Synchronicity tour in front of 70,000 people at Shea Stadium in NYC. What an amazing night; Sting thanked the Beatles for letting them use their stadium!
What a great discovery. It may already have been requested but I offer up "Brain Damage" from Pink Floyd. Sooo many and I am enjoying all the classics. Keep it up.
Most of the songs today are written without any deep set meaning like this song and the others I grew up with from the 1960's. The 1980's and 1990's had so many songs written with meaning. This is a perfect song with a lot of meaning and feelings.
Yes JB, REM is a great band to react to ty. One track i would LOVE you to react to is "Funkin For Jamaica" by Tom Browne. I think you will like it. Best to see the top of screen video on you tube to see all of the band having fun
This song has always reminded me of my relationship with my Dad. It's hard to listen to it now because he has passed and I was never able to talk to him about the things he did to me
"losing my religion" is an old southern term for getting mad or angry. You would say something like "Don't make me lose my religion!".
Also heard it as expression of awe (usually about a person) "she's enough to make me lose my religion"
@@lawrencegillies yes. It has many connotations
still used but less with the newer generations
I never knew that (and I'm southern lol) I've always wondered what this song was about. I used to listen to it all the time as a kid.
The more modern term with younger crowds is, "I'm ready to risk it all," or, "They look at that person like they ready to risk it all."
The title "Losing My Religion" refers to lead singer Michael Stipe's grandmother's term for losing her cool and saying things that she would not have typically said because of her faith. Notice all the religious symbolism throughout the video, including Doubting Thomas from the Bible, and Icarus from Greek mythology. The song and it's video are masterpieces.
What he said!
Michael Stipe's voice is wonderful and unique. I wish REM were still together
R.E.M. always makes you think, reevaluate, & open our minds !!!
This song was like a breath of fresh air when it came out. It had a really great sound!
Kurt Cobain grew up loving REM , and Michael Stipe ( rem's vocalist ) also was a fan of nirvana. Stipe had sent Kurt a request to work on a project together, Kurt agreed to, but had began isolating himself in a house he had that was out of town-kind of out in the sticks.He was not taking calls and not responding to anyone for the most part, except Courtney . Just before the very questionable " suicide" took place, Stipe had sent Kurt a plane ticket to get Kurt out of that house and to stay with him and work on music together. He even sent his driver to the house,
who waited outside for 10 hours.
After Kurt died, the note from Michael Stipe asking him to come work with him was found taped to his wall.
I always liked REM, but after hearing this story, I loved them even more.
Wow 😞never heard of that
Let Me In is REM’s tribute to Kurt. Amazing song.....
So sad Kurt never let Michael in to give him the help he needed....
so sad man
Damnit, Courtney.
Frances Bean Cobain is Michael Stipes's god daughter. They are very close and god does she look like her dad! Beautiful young lady and talented! xx
Depending on your mood this song can help take your life or save it. Stay strong people and give it another day, then another & another etc. ♥️
I love the line "I think I thought I saw you try."
Farial Mab So do I.
@@SparrowStockwell ❤️
I love the line, "I'm off for a wank." Maybe I misheard.
The song was written by singer Michael Stipe and the subject is unrequited love. How he tries to get the subject of his affection to notice him and how increasingly desperate he becomes. The subject is universal, how hopeless you feel going through it.
One of the few songs that actually make me cry and I really don't know why other than its just beautiful.
REM’s album, Out of Time, is one of those rare perfect ones where every song is brilliant and is worth your attention. Radio Song is an absolute gem.
You might also like to try a song called Kid Fears by the Indigo Girls, which is a beautiful song featuring REM’s lead singer, Michael Stipe, on backing vocals.
Reckoning and Automatic for the People are great as well.
Weird, because the album version of Radio Song is the track on the album that I would lose. I quite like the unplugged version. Music is a subjective medium though...
Your Ghost, by Kristen Hersch is another beautiful song with Michael Stipe on backing vocals
Thanks for the tip. I’ll check it out.
@@Chatta-Ortega Document and Green, great albums
you might have been in a war with your self, but we had your back.... you got this jb,,,, cheers!
Peace of mind, angle one chance on earth xxx
We love you JB! You got friends in us followers!!! Please listen to a lot more REM please!
Bro, I stumbled across your channel because of this song. I was in high school when this came out, don't judge I'm older, but it has always meant alot too me. After 24 years in the Marine Corps, this song has been one of the few constants in my life and it always reminds me of my humanity and immortality. I appreciate it the fact it impacted you too. Thank you.
This is one of my favorite R.E.M. songs, thanks for doing this one JB!
"R.E.M - Everybody hurts" - right song for you
Southern Comfort!
just watched his
It would be perfect! Takes me back to Party of Five.
good show there bringing that back
Oh he did it and became so emotional 😢💔
Don’t lose it man. The Lord is with you and always will. You know who runs this world, so there’s much darkness. Be from this place, not of it. Blessings.
You have obliviously passed through some really hard events in your young life. I admire your strength to persevere. Continue to be you and know God is good even through those dark times. ❤️
No Regrets Young Man, Shine on My Brother 💯❤️❤️❤️
This song is one of my favorite REM songs
Your newest rabbit hole should be The Electric Light Orchestra aka ELO. These guys had 20 top 40 hits in the US alone. I'd suggest starting with Mr. Blue Sky, Telephone Line, Showdown, Roll Over Beethoven, or Evil Woman.
Hold on tight
R.E.M. was a staple of my high school years. I still love them. And definitely another rabbit hole. Check out "Everybody Hurts." Their music videos from the '90s are so cinematic.
Rewatching this, I realized this is an edited version of the video. I didn't know there was one. During the "consider this" verse, a man is supposed to put his finger in the fallen angel's wound (symbolic of Thomas putting his finger through Jesus's wounds). I guess it made people uncomfortable. It was the version I had on VHS (which sadly got thrown away).
REM is amazing. They're music is surprisingly simple yet deep. Check out more from them. You wont be disappointed.
James how could we not be a part of ur channel... ur soooo sweet!!! R.E.M. my college days!! Ahhh!! Memories!!😃👍✌️
R.E.M. one of my favorite musical artists. Many great. Songs.
REM - Man on the moon. One of my favorite songs from them. brings me such great memories
That was very touching. Life is tough. Lots of struggle. I'm going through it now, too. We can only keep trying. . The world is especially depressing right now, but we have to hang in there. Glad you're doing better. You're a terrific person and you have lots of people sending positive energy to you. Maybe that sounds corny, but I believe in it.
Frank Gentile
A lovely comment to send to a friend, and rightbackatcha!
First of all believe in yourself James and you'll get there this a good song to help you through all your troubles and doubts I love your honesty 👍
R.E.M. man on the moon
great old song
REM has a really strong catalogue. Michael's words and delivery is unique and amazing and goes straight to the heart.
I had a childhood friend who was obsessed with them (they weren't that well known where I am), that's how I got to know them.
They were amazing. Michael is doing really amazing solo work atm.
R.E.M. is absolutely my favorite band. Has been since the 90s when I was a teenager. I love watching your reactions to them. Keep it up!
This song is actually about unrequited love. If you listen to it with that in mind it has a whole different meaning.
Yes!
Listen to every REM song you can find. They were a brilliant band and a HUGE part of life in the 80s & 90s. "Automatic for the People" and "Fables of the Reconstruction" are must listen albums.
Great song. I have a request for Crowded House - Don't Dream It's Over, I think you'll love it!
Who doesn't? Amazing song.
Oh yeah. and ''Dust From a Distant Sun" by Crowded House is also very beautiful.
@@antoniamenendez4826 He did play it, not long after this request :) th-cam.com/video/Zf-GE4byeVA/w-d-xo.html
InsubordinationFreak yeah distant Sun highly underrated. Crowded house had some great stuff. I’m a Split Enz fan too.
Crowded House songs you should check out are, Fall At Your Feet, Into Temptation, Don't Dream It's Over, Weather With You, Pineapple Head, & World Where You Live. Also check out Ocean Colour Scene's The Day We Caught The Train and The Verve's The Drugs Don't Work.
R.E.M. my favorite band in the whole world!
You really should hear their early years music- like "So. central rain" "Fall on me" "Swan Swan H" "Orange crush" (although it is not really a very known songs like "losing")
James, you are such a beautiful person with high emotional intelligence.
I'm glad I've "found" your Chanel. please keep going
I love that song. Every time I hear it it makes me think. It has so much truth in it. The song is deep. Do not give up. Life has ups and downs. We all know how it is.
Listen to Everbody Hurts. Another great one by R.E.M. Happy you are enjoying all of the music!
I always interpreted this song as a “love lost” or a song of a love unrequited. Either falling out of love or losing the interest/ affection of the one they admire. “...A distance in your eyes...” they can see that, the attention to them is waning... “...oh no, I’ve said too much, I haven’t said enough...” trying to bring up awkward conversations, trying to get your feelings off your chest, but then being too afraid to really air it all out... this song is so deep and can mean different things to different people, or even several things to the same person in different moods...
I love this song so much, I still listen to it regularly.
Now it’s time to check out some G-Mo Skee! I’m telling you there really aren’t any artist who are as creative as him at the moment...
It's such a moving song. I remember, back in 1992, it coming on in a bar I was in in Egland, very late night, and the whole bar suddenly started singing it as one. Just one of those moments when you know a song speaks to something in all of us.
I don't know what you went through, but I thank God you have made it through and will continue to make it. One day at a time, brother. One day at a time.
I always appreciate your honest emotion
I'm so happy for you and so glad you are feeling better. Thank you for your channel and many fans that adore you.
One of R.E.M.s best. So many meanings to this song, all of them hit you deep.
Great review man. Congrats on discovering one of the finest bands of the modern era. REM have literally dozens of songs like this. Check out "What's The Frequency Kenneth" , it's another REM mega hit. ✌️
Amen! Best band ever!
Man I don't know why I was drawn to your channel, but your insights are amazing.
Your videos have become my latest "rabbit hole" ! Thanks for the entertainment!!
I absolutely love watching people experience the music that has been so important to me for the first time. GREAT JOB JB! Keep up the great work
REM is without a doubt one of the greatest groups to emerge from the 80's.
This song is considered one of the best songs in the 90's, its always in the top 10/top 5 songs of 90's lists
Excited for you to discover R.E.M.
“Everybody Hurts” is an obvious next song for but but here’s a couple more:
“At my most beautiful”
“The one I love”
“Drive”
“Ages of you”
“Nightswimming”
“You are the everything”
Ryan Garcia oh yes, "The one I love" 👍
I’m a fan of “Man On The Moon”, “The Sidewinder Sleeps Tonight” and “What’s The Frequency, Kenneth?” Myself.
If I’m not mistaken, REM performed a live version of “Drive” at the MTV Music Awards or Grammy Awards about 27 years ago that was significantly revamped and far more energetic than the studio version. It’s definitely worth checking it out!
You talk openly and people can relate to your comments . You do where your heart on your sleeve , I am glad that the darkness is behind you . Your words are humble reflects to many of your New Friends . Glad now your feeling positive ...
JB. I love watching your videos. You have a great soul. Your reactions are from your heart. Don't ever change. Be the person you are and ate meant to be. God bless you my brother.
“The one I love” is my favourite by REM
Great reaction. Pretty popular band in the 90s. I haven't seen the video since around the time that it came out. This song has been played on the radio a ton for the last few decades. The video gives a whole extra element to it, to see him singing and the imagery used. Cool to see you liking it.
Saw REM live in Hyde Park 2005. They were something else.
Glad you are feeling better man, you are not alone there. Take care of your mental health as you would your physical health. No matter what it takes.
Love the videos by the way. Enjoy your journey my friend.
You are an amazing human being, and you are helping more of us than know. Rediscovering songs I've heard a million times, but never paid attention to. Thank you.
JB, I hope you've come through the dark times of last year. You are obviously a really special person - I love the way you're not afraid to show your emotions; in fact, I think you can't help but show your emotions because you've got deep feelings. You're awesome, dude. Wishing you well, brother.
One of my favorite songs.
I heard this song when I was separated from my husband... the words expressed every feeling I experienced...
As always, your reactions are true & heartfelt.
Another great R.E.M. song. Thanks for reacting.
R.E.M. has so many great songs. Check out "It's The End Of The World" and "Stand"!
So many great songs but I really like their early stuff, "Pretty Persuasion", "Driver 8",and "Radio Free Europe", just to name a few
Oh yes!!! I love this later REM music from the 90s on, but it's their earlier work from the 80s that truly has my heart. All of those albums - "Fables of the Reconstruction," "Document," "Green," etc - literally helped me make it out of high school alive!
The theme for the video was based on the artwork of Caravaggio. His work speaks for itself and this video is beautiful homage to his style and talent.
I am so enjoying watching you on this musical journey. Your joy and emotion is infectious, thank you for being you. We have all suffered from depression and pain in life. It is how we keep going that defines us. Keep your head held high, you got this.
One of their best songs without a doubt.
Absolutely love this song. Fabulous band out of Athens Ga. Many good songs but very deep if you truly listen to lyrics.
The most genuine reaction ever.
The look on your face
I'm glad you're feeling better JB. We utubers have to stick together. Sad songs and especially Michael Stipe's beauty and humanity has sure helped me through some rough times.
I am so glad I "discovered" you discovering some of the best music ever to be made! I really wish I had found you back at the beginning in 2018, but I am catching up! You have grown so much and the joy i see in you every time you fall down a rabbit hole is heartwarming!! Every thing from The Carpenters, Billy Joel, Opera, and AC DC! You are amazing and such a nice guy. Please if you get time with all your other request listen to Crosby Stills and Nash, either Teach Your Children or Suite Judy Blue eyes you will not regret it!!
I'm new to your channel, just found it yesterday and watched a few of your reaction vids, and I must say that I'm really impressed with your emotions on your reactions. I'm a HUGE R.E.M. fan, mor3e like a fanatic. They were my first introduction into music. Theres so many songs of theirs that I could recommend. I'd recommend "You Are The Everything" live 1989 Green world tour or the album version. The other song off the top of my head is "Cuyahoga". I'm going to continue to enjoy your vids. You've got a great platform here. Keep up the good work, thanks.
My second favorite REM song. Nightswimming is my favorite.
Nightswimming is my favorite too! Im surprised that most people dont know what the words in the song mean. Its about unrequited love isnt it? I actually think its kind of a f you song like you werent good enough for me anyways. Peace
Can I say, I flick through many channels but I keep coming back to yours , keep going cos someone is out there listening and subscribing
Thanks James, lovely music. Dont ever regret what you have done in the past - the past is gone you only have now and hopes and goals for the future, and if they dont come off that's ok too.
May I suggest something completely different to lift your mood - a one hit wonder (studio version) 'Come on Eileen' by Dexy's Midnight Runners - great fun...
Man my favorite song since the 4th grade fire ...83 baby here
Love this song by rem my fav
Timeless CLASSIC
I subscribed to your channel and witnessed the battles you were having with yourself. Felt for you at the time. I believe though that you have come out of that period a much stronger individual. As Steve Jobs once said 'you join up the dots later on'. It doesn't always make sense at the time but it makes sense once you get there. Your channel goes from strength to strength. You, my friend, are a special individual. I'm 60 years old and a big fan!!
Glad your back..we all love you...we're here for you..and songs to go with you
I love your reactions ! We all have been there ...... enjoy beautiful sunny days
Im loving you and what you are all about bro! Please keep this coming to help me get through a VERY tough time ❤❤❤
keeping it real this is why we watch you my man, please keep it up you make our days better!!!
Never saw the REM version. Lot happening in my life back then & totally missed this. Wow!
I don’t do religion anymore. I didn’t say I stopped a spiritual mindset. I had to lay the yoke of what people told me that felt unnatural and incredibly biased. Who can live believing they are bad by nature ? Or punished throughout life ? That’s not LIFE or LIVING .
I’ve not regretted walking away from doctrine or dogma. I found I could breathe.
I just had to find my connection meant for me.
Whatever ones perception of God is as explained by man?
Falls short . Why is there sooo much division in religion and judgment? Humans have agendas and flaws and project agendas on others. There comes a day you have to read and understand for yourself.
This song applies to several things in life to include the music industry to ones job , life and sense of ones place in society and the world .
It’s one on one man and how we treat others after we learn we are allowed to think for ourselves.
I’m in a dark night of the soul too. It was people created not forces unseen .
Standing back up after a storm in your truth is most revealing.
We are allowed to celebrate too.
“ We all are just walking each other home “. Ram Dass
Newcomer here but much love and support! One song that I alwayse related to that of like to recommend is one headlight by the wallflowers. Don't know if there is a music video but maybe a lyric video?
REM "This one goes to the one I love" and "Low", much peace and blessings to you.
I saw REM, and Joan Jett and the Blackhearts open for the Police during the Synchronicity tour in front of 70,000 people at Shea Stadium in NYC. What an amazing night; Sting thanked the Beatles for letting them use their stadium!
Your videos are GREAT!!! Please don't ever stop, I love them!!
One of my favorite song. ❤️
We all come from somewhere, we are all going somewhere, it's the music in the middle that I think helps to keep us whole.
What a great discovery. It may already have been requested but I offer up "Brain Damage" from Pink Floyd. Sooo many and I am enjoying all the classics. Keep it up.
Don't lose it James, you are a treasure, keep on going man. Lots of love
so many great rem songs, you should do more
Thx for your honesty an for you sharing your feelings
Most of the songs today are written without any deep set meaning like this song and the others I grew up with from the 1960's. The 1980's and 1990's had so many songs written with meaning. This is a perfect song with a lot of meaning and feelings.
Check out drive and orange crush by them .
You rock. Just great. Thanks.
Yes JB, REM is a great band to react to ty. One track i would LOVE you to react to is "Funkin For Jamaica" by Tom Browne. I think you will like it. Best to see the top of screen video on you tube to see all of the band having fun
This song has always reminded me of my relationship with my Dad. It's hard to listen to it now because he has passed and I was never able to talk to him about the things he did to me
You have a good soul, hang on to that ,the next time you think your loosing your religion. Good luck to you from England