Emotion overload, Babymetal are big fans of Metallica, they opened for them in South Korea 2017. Su-metal being reborn as a metal goddess on her 16th birthday, how epic is that!
You know, I live in a conservative catholic town. If there were a show with a decapitated Virgin Mary statue and a teenager girl being crucified it would have been a scandal. Babymetal are pretty based. This was epic. I love it.
Su having a conversation with classmates.... Classmate 1 says, "For my sweet 16th birthday, we had a party and I had my first kiss". Classmate 2 says, "for my 16th birthday, my parents got me a car." Su replies, "For my 16th birthday I got crucified, died, and became worshipped as goddess with 10,000 people bowing to me......" The two classmates bow their head in defeat and sheepishly walk away.
Maybe no one has ever mentioned this, but I feel its incredible that one of the biggest drawing acts in the world , has done this , with *little or no airplay on FM radio!* Seems next to impossible, but they did it !
We don't get them on any commercial radio station here in Australia, but this can be expected as they do sing in Japanese, and without the visuals, it won't make for great radio. Babymetal is a visual band, and perhaps the best in the world at doing that at this time.
Not bad for a band that some people say aren't real metal. If that performance of Babymetal Death isn't enough to change their minds, then I don't know what will. Metal music has many forms and Babymetal have created their own metal genre, Kawaii Metal. This might not be everyone's cup of tea, some may not like it, but you have to respect Babymetal's level of performance, commitment to their craft, and their incredible stage presence for one 16 year old and two 15 year old girls. Masterful. I don't think Babymetal have ever topped this performance in a theatrical sense. However, their staging and lighting have improved to levels beyond this and are equal to, or better than, any act on the world stage today.
@@Inosuke_Hashibira75 I wholeheartedly agree. The Legend S performance of In The Name Of is spectacular as well, but for me it doesn't have the same shock value of Babymetal Death at Legend 1997. However, I will concede that I believe the production values were higher at Legend S, largely because of a bigger budget, improved technology during the intervening years and a higher focus on set design and staging as Babymetal got bigger. I am happy for people to have their favorites and as I have said, both are absolutely awesome.
Used to get pissed off because of baby metal but as you said only because it’s not my cup of tea doesn’t mean no one should enjoy it. Also who decides what’s metal or not, its such a big genre with sub genres that sound nothing alike for example Deicide, Blasphemy, Darkthrone and Korn don’t Sound in any aspect alike but they still are all considered metal.
It's okay to cry. Many of us had felt the same while watching this clip. 1000 percent crazy. What you have missed is that the song starts with the bridge from Metallica's One... which is a song about a soldier wishing for death... and this song is the number one track on BABYMETAL's number one album and it is called DEATH. She did not die on the cross. She collapsed and died on the stage and then was put on the cross to be resurrected. She ended being a j-pop idol and was reborn as a metal Queen. The Fox God resurrected her. The statue and its collapsing also represent the end of her former being as a j-pop IDOL. "BM - Intro to Legend S:Baptism XX" is a show opening for her 20th birthday that will make you cry too, especially if you know Sepultura. Look for the video that's 11:32 long, it will feel like 2 minutes.
No shame, Dave. Many of us have been reduced to a blubbering mess while watching and listening to BM. For me, No Rain No Rainbow at Baptism XX show was one. And then there was that MV of The One (Stairway to Living Legend) when it was hinted the girls were leaving us. That broke my heart.
I think of all the Babymetal concerts I would have liked to have been at, this would be at the top of my list. This was the first concert that they really amped up the production values and I don't think anyone expected an ending like that.
Outstanding reaction and analysis, thanks! All the "Legend 1997" concert is an allegory about BABYMETAL transitioning from a pop idol sub-unit to a legit metal band. And Su-metal's sacrifice as a human and idol to reborn as a metal goddess is the final piece. And yes, this is the proper way to end a show that deserves to be called a "show".
Babymetal is definitely a creative/interesting band and they are definitely more of a LIVE band. In the studio the producer wants a lot of processing to capture that pop feel but during live shows, the sound is more raw and not so edited. Su and even the other two girls if you see them do solo performances are amazing singers and it’s greatly displayed live. (Even though there’s not really any singing in this one but that’s not what this one was about) They put a lot of heart and soul into their performances and they love to connect with their audience. I really hope you can see one of the other two girls, (moa and yui ) solo performances where they took the lead on headbanger or there special birthday songs. Cause they are talented singers as well. I just wish the studio recordings were not so processed because I don’t think they need it at all, but they are definitely something special live.
Tearing up ? I glad to hear I'm not the only one. Haha. It's hard to stop when watching and listening to BABYMETAL. I saw them in Seattle last night because they skipped us in Portland this year. Oh well, good show, of course. The Seattle show was my warm-up for a Japan show in a couple of years. Dethkol opened, and they kicked my ass, but then BM made it all better. Ty gals, you were so awesome . Very much pros! Momometal looked like she was having fun. Always smiling.
David, you made us feel like a proud father for BM. Been with you with your journey of getting to know them and I had low-key hope that if you just give them a chance , there's a huge chance these girls will get to you. It's been a roller coaster of emotions. And you did, and everytime you did, we are grateful. Imagine dropping them judging from the few reactions you did with them, you might not have the chance to experience what made us love the band :')
I will be waiting to see you react to BABYMETAL - "No Rain No Rainbow"- live in Hiroshima ... Su's awesome singing ... and a wonderful rock-ballade ...
You absolutely never disappoint with your reactions, and this one is absolutely stellar. Babymetal Death is one of those songs that BM fans know will get a good reaction out of people, but they need to be acclimated to the band first otherwise its such a WTF factor that it gets a bit missed. I know when i first saw this performance, i was absolutely in awe. I've thoroughly enjoyed watching your Babymetal journey, i saw your schedule has a reaction for The One coming up. I kind of hope whatever was recommended gave you Tales of the Destinies as well for the intro to The One.
I love that you are not only not afraid to feel emotion when it catches you, but you are also not afraid to show it. Too many men (in particular) have been taught over the years by society to be as hard as nails no matter what, and this causes serious mental anguish and even suicide from the social pressure on us. It took me too long to realise this, and it nearly cost me my life. BABYMETAL, along with Amaranthe, went a long way to helping me through some of the darkest times, especially when I was alone. I would put on an album and cry my way through it - the same emotions and feelings you've shown here hit me every time. It's so refreshing to see. Please don't ever stop feeling those emotions, and don't ever hide them. You are doing wonderful things for men's (in particular) mental health by leaving this in and allowing us to feel it with you. Thank you, brother!
This has got to be one of the greatest Babymetal reactions I've seen and I've watched a ton of them. Just started watching some of your BM reactions today and this is so good David, thank you for this. Most reactors just smile, laugh, say oh wow thats cool or neat, thanks for watching, hit the buttons, cya next time. This shows how much passion and appreciation you have for music and a great PERFORMANCE, wish more reactors were like this. I have laughed and teared up so many times watching this with you. This is one of the few reaction videos I will be saving and coming back to watch multiple times over the years when I want to smile. Babymetal music is great to me, listen to it all the time, but BM live is unbelievable and another level. I really hope I get to see them live in the next couple years, just became a fan of them in 2023. So sad I missed out on 10 years of this amazing group, better late than never I guess. Thanks again for making great videos and being a true fan of music and appreciating BM for being amazing performers. So glad I discovered your channel and can't wait to watch all your videos! 🦊🤘
16 and 15 yr old girls.. its amazing. How can you not luv it... Riff's .. especially the countdown at the start.. and buildup when she is on the cross... who crucifies a 16 yr old on stage??.. I LUV BABYMETAL!!!
Great reaction David! If I have read correctly, the name is basically a presentation of the band - according to what I have read the word "desu" (which kinda sounds like death) means am/is so basically they are saying "I am Sumetal I am Yuimetal, I am Moametal - We are BABYMETAL" and I think that's both a great way to introduce yourself, and it's a killer tune also.
Nice reaction. I was a little nervous to see you making a reaction video on this one, Because there is not really no singing in this one. But you did see the beauty of the show GOOD JOB. But be careful if you are exposed to too much off BABYMETAL. You'll will get HOOKED and you will become a TRUE FAN 😊
You did your job - a smile on my face even through the tears falling for not only your reaction but Su's ascension from young child/teenhood/Japanese idolhood to her true career destiny as a metal goddess as Babymetal also truly evolved from being the Heavy Music Club of Sakura Gakuin. As to mascara running, I think Su's emotions were really finally realizing she has left her artistic beginnings and moving on to the next stage of her life (and Yui and Moa to follow... well...)
There's a lot of symbolism going on here, all about where the band was at that time and where they were going. Other commenters will fill you in on most of it, I'm going to focus on this being BABYMETAL's transformation song. The band has a delightfuly silly mythology about the girls and the KAMI being selected by the Fox God to spread heavy metal around the world. When the band members take the stage, they stop being Suzuka, Yui and Moa. They are possessed by the heavy metal spirits and become SU-METAL, YUIMETAL and MOAMETAL. This song was usually played at the beginning of their concerts and it's the moment when they transform. SUMETAL DESU! is like saying 'I AM SU-METAL!', which is like the anime trope when a character transforms into a super-hero, like Sailormoon's 'Moon Prism Power....MAKE UP!' In interviews, the band often referred to this as a real thing, like they would play-act at it being real, and they would let themselves think they were becoming someone else. I remember seeing someone talking about watching them rehearsing for their collab with Rob Halford and they said 'but they weren't really BABYMETAL yet'. I think it might have been one of the reasons that they were able to be so fearless on stage when they were younger.
this is why i love babymetal so much, their songs are more than just one or 2 peoples thoughts written on paper, their songs are a story of a spiritual battle of good and evil and how music can bring so many people together in unison, also you can hear their growth through their songs from the early days of give me chocolate to metal resistance, if you get a chance to see them live just do it you will not be disappointed
Gradually pulling back the threads on this band's stage presence and overall metal vibe. I'm really impressed. Reactions like this one help a lot to convert me, and reading the explanations behind this give it a lot more meaning and depth. Awesome video.
I can’t believe this is the same band I just shot in Denver at the Fillmore. What an epic epic show, band… everything. They could have sold out a much bigger venue, no question.
David, I love your analysis and reaction videos. I say that before I let you know that I fell asleep one night watching your channel and woke up with your reaction to "Catch Me if you Can" on! I I've been a Babymetal fan ever since. I especially loved your reaction to this video. Thanks for your channel and the introduction to Babymetal.
One of the points you made is the reason I really like this song. The ability of this band to unify the entire crowd and point them in a direction is astounding. But to me this is the good part, and this is just my take, but in this song it feels like the the whole band is unified even more than usual. Because the girls don't really have lyrics, they step back just a little so the focus is just a little off them, and the kami's do what they do best. Su's presence alone dominates the arena, and with nothing more than her introducing herself she unleashes her kami's and her generals to show us all how to control a crowd.
Incidentally, you were early on looking for the X Japan nod...and after the spaz crusification scene, the girls were 100% jumping and doing the X while jumping, no question about it. Its a nod.
David, they are really something special, and I'm sure Su would be happy with your reaction. This concert is the day after Su's 16th birthday, and she is no longer in Sakura Gakuin. This performance represents the end of her j-pop idol career, and her resurrection as a metal goddess. If you think this show is epic and dramatic, you'll need a box of tissues for Legend S.
Well I've never seen anyone cry during BMD1997! Other songs, yes. As soon as someone discovers Babymetal, a bunch of people will say you must now watch BMD1997 because of the iconoclastic presentation is shocking. But people forget that they were shocked because they had watched other videos first and got to know the girls as young and inocent. Glad you held off so you could enjoy the video.
The passion you show in your videos is so engaging. Honestly it brings my appreciation for metal to a whole new level. Please keep doing what you're doing. BTW, another astounding production by them is "In The Name Of", the opening song from Baptism XX. You'll love it.
Harrumph! EDIT: Just wanted to be clear in case someone actually reads this. The Harrumph was just for the "Mayor" in the intro. Love the channel, love this performance, love Babymetal, love spreading positivity. Just this morning, I had to stop watching the 2014 Sonosphere (sp?) performance of IDZ because we had a meeting at work coming up in 10 minutes and the first verse was bringing on a flood of tears. I think there are like 6 or 7 Babymetal songs I have to be careful with, lest I end up crying. TYVM for the reaction!
Just a point of clarification (as a minister I think it’s my duty to be nitpicky if only just for fun) … it’s “crucifixion”. It would only be “crucification” if the Red Hot Chili Peppers did it. 😁 (Sorry, couldn’t resist.)
I knew it! 9.5 I was saying to myself that you were gonna give it a 9.5 through out the song. I see your 9.5 and I understand why you gave it that score. Hell of a great show and deserves your score.
RIP Dave Heretic. DEATH arrived for him... and he loved it! BabyMetal fans can certainly relate to that overwhelming emotion. Let there be no doubt about it, you really have become part of The One. Kitsune UP, sir! Those piggies can ham it up oinking all they want when you rewatch something. The Fox God shall bring home the bacon.
That show lasted an hour and a half. The band played half of the show. And most of the songs to react to, come from this show. As a catholic i don't feel offended, even in this concert, Ave Maria was sung with the girls on stage (they call it Ava Marie).
Another easter egg you missed here was the riff from Metallica - One. And yeah X-Japan and Yoshiki, much respect to those living legends and past. The first time you will see the neckbrace tribute is during Headbangeeeeerrrrr!!!!! official MV, also the name of their very first headlining show at Rock May Kan was Legend Corset Festival in 2012, (corset is the other name they used for neckbrace) the same little gig where famous bands like X-Japan started. The Budokan 2014 live shows got also that name but with the "Extra" added and separated in Red and Black Night. Like you said lyrics is not the main focus here but if you were a BM fan back then it'll make totally sense these pun intended play words, since the girls used to said or introduced themselves like this when they were doing promotional and TV appearances, they used to said their names and they were taught to bite the tongue to pronounce the "th" correctly, at the end with the tongue out looking "kawaii" with a wink 😜🤘 "SuMetal desu" means "I'm SuMetal" but in the song they try to said "death". And yeah this is SuMetal 16th birthday, the hole concert round around Death and Rebirth and as you see, like never before, a jpop idol was sacrifice to be reborn as a METAL GODDESS, the Fox God has blessed all of us, praise an all hail to the Fox God 🦊🤘 The important day in Japan and other countries (like in Latinamerica) is 15 unlike 16 in your country, but this one was significant since that year was the last time with Sakura Gakuin, former main group and she and the group become independent from that group, althou the rest of the girls were still on it for a little more time. After watching this, how dare anyone to say "Babymetal isn't metal"? Love to see your tears of joy watching this, i think there's still more to watch and enjoy with this sensation but yeah, this one is phenomenal, and only for this, having the guts to do it, they deserve much respect even if you're not a BM fan. Kitsune up and always remember... NotACult 🦊🤘❤️
Yeah this performance was insane. I am old enough to have seen some of the insanity of metal bands in the late 70s and 80s, none of those dudes had the balls to crucify a 16 year old girl on stage while chanting praying to her. I have seen good productions. Band Maid can put on a performance, lasers, audience participation. Mamamoo though not metal or rock can put on really good productions. 4 hour concerts with all kinds of attention to detail, thrones, floating drumsets, even comedy skits but then there is Babymetal, they define a new top level when it comes to production. Amazing really how 3 tiny teenage girls can completely control thousands in crowd, no we are not a cult. lol. Amazing the control they have.
Ohh, I definitely enjoyed this reaction ! 🙂 Babymetal knows how to put on a show, it's clear as day. Those that had seen them live before don't doubt it, but when they do 'over the top' production is when they can really show what they can do. Love it ! I love seeing it when Rammstein or Pink Floyd does it, but Babymetal has leveled up. This was Babymetal's first big show when the girls were just 14 and 16. They have awards from western metal/rock magazines like: "best live act" for a reason. I think a lot of bands wouldn't even know where to start to put on a show like this ? It's a big investment as well. You need a crowd size to be able to make it not a loss. And so much practice ! Maybe more crazy Babymetal does these shows just ones, the stage set up, everything is build ones and never used again ! PS You didn't notice Metallica One-like part of the song at the start. No worries, you got everything else.
i agree about putting on great show/performances- i love going to concerts, even of groups i don’t know for the experience. BUT the people i keep going to see again and again are the people who I KNOW are going to show me more than what i can just hear on the CD P.S. “the coolest reason to have neck surgery” LOL idk, something really funny about that sentence
Another Great Reaction for Babymetal from DH!! All of Babymetal's LIVE performances are not only musical concerts, they are THEATRICAL productions!! While Babymetal's Death was a great show finale, what has endured in my mind as the GREATEST show opener EVER was Babymetal's Lengend S concert for Su-metal's 20th birthday. The lore of the opening dialog about the Fox Gods releasing a new Legend goddess of light, then the theatrics involved leading into and during Babymetal's song "IN THE NAME OF" was absolutely incredible. This video will surely get blocked unless you do the necessary tricks. Also Su's performance of "NO RAIN, NO RAINBOW" and "THE ONE" was also unforgettable as well. Su also gets 'crucified' again during this concert although not as memorable as the Legend 1997. I will watch this reaction over and over, just like the reaction that you did on "Road of Resistance" !! I can't wait for your reaction for Babymetal's Legend S Baptism XX opening dialog into "IN THE NAME OF" !!
As a Metal fan it sometimes is not so easy to explain why y have to cry. And I always try to explain, why I cry to Abba. I thought this brillance is lost. And then there comes Babymetal. I laughed about them and didnt want to listen to this. But then I did and found myself crying. Now I am in the foxhole. Insane technique, the whole 'project' is not of this world. Thanks to some comments letting me understand. And next time Hetfield has to play as Opener 😊
⚡ 💀 💕 / 💀 💀 💀 This song was used as their concert opener for quite a few years. Usually without the crucifixion. : ) I saw BABYMETAL open for Korn & Stone Sour in Chula Vista, CA back in 2017. The concert was on Yui's Birthday on June 20th. There were Korn fans on either side of me, who were expecting something called BABYMETAL to be pretty mellow. They opened with 'BABYMETAL Death'. : ) 'Legend 1997' is named for Su-metal's birth year. This concert was held December 21st, 2013, the day after her 16th birthday. This performance was unusual since it was used as the closing number. Here's a translation of the introduction: "It is the story that, receiving the legendary corset from the god of the Metal, she abandons being human and shall be reborn as a goddess. The gene which has been determined from ancient time is destined to be guided, boarding on the ark of time. The apocalypse prophesied the DOOMSDAY. Towards it, there remains… little time… (5) Are You (4) Ready to (3) (2) Mosh'sh (1) Mosh'sh (0) Mosh'sh". Kami Band members for this concert were guitarists Mikio Fujioka (RIP) and Leda Cygnus, BOH on bass, and Hideki Aoyama on drums.
Loved your puppy eyes...Great Reaction!!! My biggest Kistune-Up for you!!! Thank you...would like to recommend, to watch whole live-shows, like Yokohama Arena 2015, Tokyo-Dome 2016, Budokan 2014, Wembley 2016 and so on...
At work, seeing that the video reaction i was waiting the whole month was released made the work easier. And it was a great reaction. Oh man, i almost dropped laughing from the chair at your "you always want to end your show memorially" cause i knew, you would not forget this, good or bad.... The whole concert was great: - Ave maria opening show with the Headbanger remix - Black Santas Intro & Onedari Daisakusen - The 3 girls, even more hyped than the whole crowd at start of Catch me if you can. It was like the energizer bunny was hit by a lightning bolt - Akatsuki unfinished to give the crowd a break for the final - The soul sacrificing at the end to upgrade Su and her finding out and getting angry, that Yui & Moa used some for a growth phase And in memory of Mikio...i don`t think you will get it to react, but it is really worth a watch "藤岡幹大 Mikio Fujioka『Harmony X 』2017-2‐11" on youtube
#NotaCult 🦊 #DefinitelyNotaCult 🦊 #AnyoneSayingWeAreACultWillBeSacrificedToTheFoxGod 🦊🤘🤘🦊 Also, best and most appreciative reaction to this, Su's 16th birthday bash.
Well, welcome to the Fanbase. Glad to hear that word is getting out about this channel, but more importantly about the amazing community the people in The Fanbase have created.
Crowd Control ? Guess, that's more like this. Fans go to the concert by intention - to interact with their idols to have a really good time all together. Right from the beginning to the very end. I've heard that the relationship between artists and fans in Japan is a very very close one, and the fans really adore their idols. The're in the concerts for purpose to BE animated with own response to dive deeply into emotions and joy . . .
You need to check either Toyko Dome shows or Legend S - Su's The One @ Legend S is still one of the most moving songs (oh along with No Rain No Rainbow from same show).
Hahaha amazing. I knew it! I knew this was going to be a great reaction and you exceeded my expectations. They've done many performances over the years with incredible production. Their producer has spoken at length in interviews about how he wants to create the feeling that going to a Babymetal concert is like being transported to another world entirely. He and his team are geniuses when it comes to live performances. I think you owe it to yourself to watch a complete Babymetal arena show one day.
15 minutes in and u got me tearing up CMON dude XD ,also i love the 9.5 i gave 9.2 not a big difference but did not expect 9.5 holy crap 🤟♥ if i could recommend anything it would be trilogy of lights it is by far my favorite 3 songs to listen to that are ment to be listened to back to back to back.
In the name of is a great show intro to go for . From the legend S show, which will be found on the Babymetal reactors resource. Then do crypticmiserys guide if you want to find out their history from 2010 till now 🦊🦊
well.... YES....YES....YES....FINALLY.... I was beginning to fear you'd never do it.... which would have been a shame considering how much you're into stage performance, theatrics and production value.... and this is, at least in my opinion, an absolute masterclass in all of them....
the introduction face is pretty funny.. as they call their name and you hear death.. but they say desu です whitch is a part of japanese grammar that declairs something is in a polite way ... so they just introduced themselves by su metaru desu but you hear su metal death.. which is a funny play with words
You are so awesome. I watch you all of the time. I think they sing maybe 10 words. I love the way you appreciate music. You ROCK!!! I still want you to react to headbanger the new video its insane how the people love her.
Nice reaction. And that's how Babymetal became known as a must-see live group. Babymetal definitely pay homage to X Japan and Metallica during their performances. To think as hard as that was, they still manage to get the kawaii factor in there. Yui and Moa's cute faces as they're putting on the neck brace (which is a homage to X Japan) and then Yui has to fix Su's hair before crucifying her. I think this performance is done with great understanding of what a religious crucification means. In this case the transformation of Su from jpop idol to metal goddess. Su gives up being a jpop idol artist to become a monster lady of metal. That's a lot of sacrifice for a young lady who grew up in a jpop world. As many have said Su would have been a big jpop star. To give that up to go into the unknown world of metal. Goes to show the drive Su has. They have all been crucified together starting a show going into this song. I thought for Moa's 20th birthday they might let her do it solo like Su. But that would be repetitive. Instead, Moa flew to the stage using the Babymetal logo like a pair of wings. Sadly, there isn't a lot of footage of it. It's become a legendary moment that you just had to be there for. Babymetal living legends of live performances. One last thing Su mentioned she felt the flames were too close to her. Since then, I've noticed over the years the pyro has been moved further and further away from her. I often wondered when they opened for Metallica if she spoke to James about the use of pyro. He would be the person to talk to about it. Just a though I had.
Hello David, hope everything goes well. Great choice to react to BABYMETAL, glad you enjoyed it. You said you are a big fan of KISS, what are your thoughts about KISS and Momoiro Clover Z "Samurai Son" colab?? I think is a pretty cool song.
I wasn't aware of it, haven't heard about it until now. As much as I'd like to check it out, I have a feeling someone might make that a request so I'll hold off for now.
I was wondering if you would ever do this one! Excellent reaction from start to finish. The look on your face when you realized what was happening was hilarious and no worries about the tears. If a song/production moves you, there is no stopping it and no shame. Kitsune Up! #notacult
🤘🦊🤘This entire show is one of the best music performances ever! 🤘🦊🤘 Friends of Su at school: "Hey Su, what did you do this weekend?" Su: "Well, it was my 16th Birthday, so my friends Yui and Moa crucified me in front of 20000 people chanting ""death death death death"" . . .but then I was reborn as a metal goddess . .so that was pretty cool . . .and after there was cake." (shrug) Friends: . . . .(mouths open . . . . .crickets). . . . .🤘🦊🤘
1 year late, i just had to say that was a solid Ric Flair impression you just casually dropped. Very nice 👍 Also, if you've never heard of them, GHOUL have a top-notch stage show. Like a super thrash metal GWAR.
"whys he crying"
"They crucified a 16 year old girl"
"Thats awful.."
"Awful? it was beautiful!"
Its was, truly. Now our Queen ascended to god hood.
🦊🤘
AND as if this ending hadn't been enough for the crowd, this was followed by the announcement to the crowd of the release of Babymetal's first album.
Emotion overload, Babymetal are big fans of Metallica, they opened for them in South Korea 2017. Su-metal being reborn as a metal goddess on her 16th birthday, how epic is that!
Su y Moa are fans of Metallica, but Yui is fan of Ariana Grande
Even the opening riff sounds like Metallica’s “One”
i want to like this comment...but i will not disrespect the 69
@@JuanGomez-dk6kfthey all listen to Pop too. Doesn't mean you don't like metal bands.
@@MrFRNTIK it kinda does
You know, I live in a conservative catholic town. If there were a show with a decapitated Virgin Mary statue and a teenager girl being crucified it would have been a scandal. Babymetal are pretty based. This was epic. I love it.
Su having a conversation with classmates.... Classmate 1 says, "For my sweet 16th birthday, we had a party and I had my first kiss". Classmate 2 says, "for my 16th birthday, my parents got me a car." Su replies, "For my 16th birthday I got crucified, died, and became worshipped as goddess with 10,000 people bowing to me......" The two classmates bow their head in defeat and sheepishly walk away.
Maybe no one has ever mentioned this, but I feel its incredible that one of the biggest drawing acts in the world , has done this , with *little or no airplay on FM radio!* Seems next to impossible, but they did it !
thanks Dave
We don't get them on any commercial radio station here in Australia, but this can be expected as they do sing in Japanese, and without the visuals, it won't make for great radio.
Babymetal is a visual band, and perhaps the best in the world at doing that at this time.
Not bad for a band that some people say aren't real metal. If that performance of Babymetal Death isn't enough to change their minds, then I don't know what will.
Metal music has many forms and Babymetal have created their own metal genre, Kawaii Metal. This might not be everyone's cup of tea, some may not like it, but you have to respect Babymetal's level of performance, commitment to their craft, and their incredible stage presence for one 16 year old and two 15 year old girls. Masterful.
I don't think Babymetal have ever topped this performance in a theatrical sense. However, their staging and lighting have improved to levels beyond this and are equal to, or better than, any act on the world stage today.
This performance is one of the most metal things have ever seen!
“In the name of” Legend S comes pretty close
@@Inosuke_Hashibira75 I wholeheartedly agree. The Legend S performance of In The Name Of is spectacular as well, but for me it doesn't have the same shock value of Babymetal Death at Legend 1997.
However, I will concede that I believe the production values were higher at Legend S, largely because of a bigger budget, improved technology during the intervening years and a higher focus on set design and staging as Babymetal got bigger.
I am happy for people to have their favorites and as I have said, both are absolutely awesome.
@@lencooke944 🔥🦊🔥
Used to get pissed off because of baby metal but as you said only because it’s not my cup of tea doesn’t mean no one should enjoy it. Also who decides what’s metal or not, its such a big genre with sub genres that sound nothing alike for example Deicide, Blasphemy, Darkthrone and Korn don’t Sound in any aspect alike but they still are all considered metal.
Now he really needs to see the full Legend S: Baptism XX opening.
Yeah, that would be epic. 🤘
Do you have a link of a good video with that? I think i have seen it, but not sure, and i can make a request with it
Now you see the beauty of Babymetal🤘🦊🤘
I'm 41 and i'm not ashamed to say this band can make me cry!
I wonder what Gimma Chocolate David would think if you told him he would be getting emotional over Babymetal.
It's okay to cry. Many of us had felt the same while watching this clip. 1000 percent crazy.
What you have missed is that the song starts with the bridge from Metallica's One... which is a song about a soldier wishing for death... and this song is the number one track on BABYMETAL's number one album and it is called DEATH.
She did not die on the cross. She collapsed and died on the stage and then was put on the cross to be resurrected. She ended being a j-pop idol and was reborn as a metal Queen. The Fox God resurrected her.
The statue and its collapsing also represent the end of her former being as a j-pop IDOL.
"BM - Intro to Legend S:Baptism XX" is a show opening for her 20th birthday that will make you cry too, especially if you know Sepultura. Look for the video that's 11:32 long, it will feel like 2 minutes.
No shame, Dave. Many of us have been reduced to a blubbering mess while watching and listening to BM. For me, No Rain No Rainbow at Baptism XX show was one. And then there was that MV of The One (Stairway to Living Legend) when it was hinted the girls were leaving us. That broke my heart.
Don’t forget about when they did “Headbanger” at Su’s graduation. Poor Moa was in tears the entire performance and hardly held it together.
@@Kelson64 Then they turn around and do it for Moas birthday
I think of all the Babymetal concerts I would have liked to have been at, this would be at the top of my list. This was the first concert that they really amped up the production values and I don't think anyone expected an ending like that.
Outstanding reaction and analysis, thanks!
All the "Legend 1997" concert is an allegory about BABYMETAL transitioning from a pop idol sub-unit to a legit metal band. And Su-metal's sacrifice as a human and idol to reborn as a metal goddess is the final piece. And yes, this is the proper way to end a show that deserves to be called a "show".
Babymetal is definitely a creative/interesting band and they are definitely more of a LIVE band. In the studio the producer wants a lot of processing to capture that pop feel but during live shows, the sound is more raw and not so edited. Su and even the other two girls if you see them do solo performances are amazing singers and it’s greatly displayed live. (Even though there’s not really any singing in this one but that’s not what this one was about) They put a lot of heart and soul into their performances and they love to connect with their audience. I really hope you can see one of the other two girls, (moa and yui ) solo performances where they took the lead on headbanger or there special birthday songs. Cause they are talented singers as well. I just wish the studio recordings were not so processed because I don’t think they need it at all, but they are definitely something special live.
Definitely check out the opening track for the Legend S show. 12 minutes of spine tingles. The production for it is off the charts.
The beginning of legend S is the greatest opening to a live performance I've ever seen!
Yep greatest opening and let's not forget closing in the history of rock n roll.
Tearing up ? I glad to hear I'm not the only one. Haha. It's hard to stop when watching and listening to BABYMETAL.
I saw them in Seattle last night because they skipped us in Portland this year. Oh well, good show, of course. The Seattle show was my warm-up for a Japan show in a couple of years. Dethkol opened, and they kicked my ass, but then BM made it all better. Ty gals, you were so awesome .
Very much pros! Momometal looked like she was having fun. Always smiling.
「BABYMETAL DEATH」を「Alice Cooper」や「KISS」と比肩してくれて嬉しいです。
涙まで流してくれて最高のリアクションでした。ありがとう！
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David, you made us feel like a proud father for BM. Been with you with your journey of getting to know them and I had low-key hope that if you just give them a chance , there's a huge chance these girls will get to you. It's been a roller coaster of emotions. And you did, and everytime you did, we are grateful. Imagine dropping them judging from the few reactions you did with them, you might not have the chance to experience what made us love the band :')
I will be waiting to see you react to BABYMETAL - "No Rain No Rainbow"- live in Hiroshima
... Su's awesome singing ... and a wonderful rock-ballade ...
I did place request on patreon page. still waiting.
You absolutely never disappoint with your reactions, and this one is absolutely stellar. Babymetal Death is one of those songs that BM fans know will get a good reaction out of people, but they need to be acclimated to the band first otherwise its such a WTF factor that it gets a bit missed. I know when i first saw this performance, i was absolutely in awe.
I've thoroughly enjoyed watching your Babymetal journey, i saw your schedule has a reaction for The One coming up. I kind of hope whatever was recommended gave you Tales of the Destinies as well for the intro to The One.
I love that you are not only not afraid to feel emotion when it catches you, but you are also not afraid to show it. Too many men (in particular) have been taught over the years by society to be as hard as nails no matter what, and this causes serious mental anguish and even suicide from the social pressure on us. It took me too long to realise this, and it nearly cost me my life.
BABYMETAL, along with Amaranthe, went a long way to helping me through some of the darkest times, especially when I was alone. I would put on an album and cry my way through it - the same emotions and feelings you've shown here hit me every time. It's so refreshing to see. Please don't ever stop feeling those emotions, and don't ever hide them. You are doing wonderful things for men's (in particular) mental health by leaving this in and allowing us to feel it with you.
Thank you, brother!
FEELIN' YOU Mark!!! No worries, I'll never change who I am, what I am, or how I am.
You have to see Babymetal-In The Name Of live at Legend S (if you can find it)
Just 3 words BabyMetal Reactors Resource 🤘🦊🤘
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This has got to be one of the greatest Babymetal reactions I've seen and I've watched a ton of them. Just started watching some of your BM reactions today and this is so good David, thank you for this. Most reactors just smile, laugh, say oh wow thats cool or neat, thanks for watching, hit the buttons, cya next time. This shows how much passion and appreciation you have for music and a great PERFORMANCE, wish more reactors were like this. I have laughed and teared up so many times watching this with you. This is one of the few reaction videos I will be saving and coming back to watch multiple times over the years when I want to smile. Babymetal music is great to me, listen to it all the time, but BM live is unbelievable and another level. I really hope I get to see them live in the next couple years, just became a fan of them in 2023. So sad I missed out on 10 years of this amazing group, better late than never I guess. Thanks again for making great videos and being a true fan of music and appreciating BM for being amazing performers. So glad I discovered your channel and can't wait to watch all your videos! 🦊🤘
"FEELIN' YOU Graxus!!!
16 and 15 yr old girls.. its amazing. How can you not luv it... Riff's .. especially the countdown at the start.. and buildup when she is on the cross... who crucifies a 16 yr old on stage??.. I LUV BABYMETAL!!!
Great reaction David! If I have read correctly, the name is basically a presentation of the band - according to what I have read the word "desu" (which kinda sounds like death) means am/is so basically they are saying "I am Sumetal I am Yuimetal, I am Moametal - We are BABYMETAL" and I think that's both a great way to introduce yourself, and it's a killer tune also.
Nice reaction. I was a little nervous to see you making a reaction video on this one, Because there is not really no singing in this one. But you did see the beauty of the show GOOD JOB. But be careful if you are exposed to too much off BABYMETAL. You'll will get HOOKED and you will become a TRUE FAN 😊
Imagine being there and witnessing such a show. The entire Babymetal team is beyond amazing.
You did your job - a smile on my face even through the tears falling for not only your reaction but Su's ascension from young child/teenhood/Japanese idolhood to her true career destiny as a metal goddess as Babymetal also truly evolved from being the Heavy Music Club of Sakura Gakuin. As to mascara running, I think Su's emotions were really finally realizing she has left her artistic beginnings and moving on to the next stage of her life (and Yui and Moa to follow... well...)
"Babymetal isn't real metal"-people should watch the second half of that video^^
There's a lot of symbolism going on here, all about where the band was at that time and where they were going. Other commenters will fill you in on most of it, I'm going to focus on this being BABYMETAL's transformation song. The band has a delightfuly silly mythology about the girls and the KAMI being selected by the Fox God to spread heavy metal around the world. When the band members take the stage, they stop being Suzuka, Yui and Moa. They are possessed by the heavy metal spirits and become SU-METAL, YUIMETAL and MOAMETAL. This song was usually played at the beginning of their concerts and it's the moment when they transform. SUMETAL DESU! is like saying 'I AM SU-METAL!', which is like the anime trope when a character transforms into a super-hero, like Sailormoon's 'Moon Prism Power....MAKE UP!' In interviews, the band often referred to this as a real thing, like they would play-act at it being real, and they would let themselves think they were becoming someone else. I remember seeing someone talking about watching them rehearsing for their collab with Rob Halford and they said 'but they weren't really BABYMETAL yet'. I think it might have been one of the reasons that they were able to be so fearless on stage when they were younger.
this is why i love babymetal so much, their songs are more than just one or 2 peoples thoughts written on paper, their songs are a story of a spiritual battle of good and evil and how music can bring so many people together in unison, also you can hear their growth through their songs from the early days of give me chocolate to metal resistance, if you get a chance to see them live just do it you will not be disappointed
Gradually pulling back the threads on this band's stage presence and overall metal vibe. I'm really impressed. Reactions like this one help a lot to convert me, and reading the explanations behind this give it a lot more meaning and depth. Awesome video.
I can’t believe this is the same band I just shot in Denver at the Fillmore. What an epic epic show, band… everything. They could have sold out a much bigger venue, no question.
David, I love your analysis and reaction videos. I say that before I let you know that I fell asleep one night watching your channel and woke up with your reaction to "Catch Me if you Can" on! I I've been a Babymetal fan ever since. I especially loved your reaction to this video. Thanks for your channel and the introduction to Babymetal.
One of the points you made is the reason I really like this song. The ability of this band to unify the entire crowd and point them in a direction is astounding.
But to me this is the good part, and this is just my take, but in this song it feels like the the whole band is unified even more than usual. Because the girls don't really have lyrics, they step back just a little so the focus is just a little off them, and the kami's do what they do best. Su's presence alone dominates the arena, and with nothing more than her introducing herself she unleashes her kami's and her generals to show us all how to control a crowd.
> "This is beautiful!"
I feel you, bro!
Incidentally, you were early on looking for the X Japan nod...and after the spaz crusification scene, the girls were 100% jumping and doing the X while jumping, no question about it. Its a nod.
omfg I love your reactions almost as much as I love the band.
David, they are really something special, and I'm sure Su would be happy with your reaction.
This concert is the day after Su's 16th birthday, and she is no longer in Sakura Gakuin. This performance represents the end of her j-pop idol career, and her resurrection as a metal goddess.
If you think this show is epic and dramatic, you'll need a box of tissues for Legend S.
Well I've never seen anyone cry during BMD1997! Other songs, yes. As soon as someone discovers Babymetal, a bunch of people will say you must now watch BMD1997 because of the iconoclastic presentation is shocking. But people forget that they were shocked because they had watched other videos first and got to know the girls as young and inocent. Glad you held off so you could enjoy the video.
The passion you show in your videos is so engaging. Honestly it brings my appreciation for metal to a whole new level. Please keep doing what you're doing.
BTW, another astounding production by them is "In The Name Of", the opening song from Baptism XX. You'll love it.
Harrumph!
EDIT: Just wanted to be clear in case someone actually reads this. The Harrumph was just for the "Mayor" in the intro. Love the channel, love this performance, love Babymetal, love spreading positivity.
Just this morning, I had to stop watching the 2014 Sonosphere (sp?) performance of IDZ because we had a meeting at work coming up in 10 minutes and the first verse was bringing on a flood of tears.
I think there are like 6 or 7 Babymetal songs I have to be careful with, lest I end up crying.
TYVM for the reaction!
Just a point of clarification (as a minister I think it’s my duty to be nitpicky if only just for fun) … it’s “crucifixion”. It would only be “crucification” if the Red Hot Chili Peppers did it. 😁 (Sorry, couldn’t resist.)
Great analysis.
Some Babymetal songs to react to :
Sis Anger, Tales of destinies, in the name of (legend S version)
i love rewatching your reaction to this, its like catharsis
I knew it! 9.5 I was saying to myself that you were gonna give it a 9.5 through out the song. I see your 9.5 and I understand why you gave it that score. Hell of a great show and deserves your score.
RIP Dave Heretic. DEATH arrived for him... and he loved it!
BabyMetal fans can certainly relate to that overwhelming emotion. Let there be no doubt about it, you really have become part of The One. Kitsune UP, sir!
Those piggies can ham it up oinking all they want when you rewatch something. The Fox God shall bring home the bacon.
That show lasted an hour and a half. The band played half of the show. And most of the songs to react to, come from this show. As a catholic i don't feel offended, even in this concert, Ave Maria was sung with the girls on stage (they call it Ava Marie).
Another easter egg you missed here was the riff from Metallica - One. And yeah X-Japan and Yoshiki, much respect to those living legends and past. The first time you will see the neckbrace tribute is during Headbangeeeeerrrrr!!!!! official MV, also the name of their very first headlining show at Rock May Kan was Legend Corset Festival in 2012, (corset is the other name they used for neckbrace) the same little gig where famous bands like X-Japan started. The Budokan 2014 live shows got also that name but with the "Extra" added and separated in Red and Black Night.
Like you said lyrics is not the main focus here but if you were a BM fan back then it'll make totally sense these pun intended play words, since the girls used to said or introduced themselves like this when they were doing promotional and TV appearances, they used to said their names and they were taught to bite the tongue to pronounce the "th" correctly, at the end with the tongue out looking "kawaii" with a wink 😜🤘 "SuMetal desu" means "I'm SuMetal" but in the song they try to said "death".
And yeah this is SuMetal 16th birthday, the hole concert round around Death and Rebirth and as you see, like never before, a jpop idol was sacrifice to be reborn as a METAL GODDESS, the Fox God has blessed all of us, praise an all hail to the Fox God 🦊🤘
The important day in Japan and other countries (like in Latinamerica) is 15 unlike 16 in your country, but this one was significant since that year was the last time with Sakura Gakuin, former main group and she and the group become independent from that group, althou the rest of the girls were still on it for a little more time.
After watching this, how dare anyone to say "Babymetal isn't metal"?
Love to see your tears of joy watching this, i think there's still more to watch and enjoy with this sensation but yeah, this one is phenomenal, and only for this, having the guts to do it, they deserve much respect even if you're not a BM fan.
Kitsune up and always remember...
NotACult 🦊🤘❤️
Yeah this performance was insane. I am old enough to have seen some of the insanity of metal bands in the late 70s and 80s, none of those dudes had the balls to crucify a 16 year old girl on stage while chanting praying to her. I have seen good productions. Band Maid can put on a performance, lasers, audience participation. Mamamoo though not metal or rock can put on really good productions. 4 hour concerts with all kinds of attention to detail, thrones, floating drumsets, even comedy skits but then there is Babymetal, they define a new top level when it comes to production. Amazing really how 3 tiny teenage girls can completely control thousands in crowd, no we are not a cult. lol. Amazing the control they have.
It is now pretty much a standing joke that Su spends her birthday shows strapped to a cross lol. This was her birth from an idol into a metal goddess.
Ohh, I definitely enjoyed this reaction ! 🙂
Babymetal knows how to put on a show, it's clear as day. Those that had seen them live before don't doubt it, but when they do 'over the top' production is when they can really show what they can do. Love it ! I love seeing it when Rammstein or Pink Floyd does it, but Babymetal has leveled up. This was Babymetal's first big show when the girls were just 14 and 16.
They have awards from western metal/rock magazines like: "best live act" for a reason.
I think a lot of bands wouldn't even know where to start to put on a show like this ? It's a big investment as well. You need a crowd size to be able to make it not a loss. And so much practice !
Maybe more crazy Babymetal does these shows just ones, the stage set up, everything is build ones and never used again !
PS You didn't notice Metallica One-like part of the song at the start. No worries, you got everything else.
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i agree about putting on great show/performances- i love going to concerts, even of groups i don’t know for the experience. BUT the people i keep going to see again and again are the people who I KNOW are going to show me more than what i can just hear on the CD
P.S. “the coolest reason to have neck surgery” LOL idk, something really funny about that sentence
Great video! and reaction! DEATH is such a fantastic opener aswell.
Great reaction 👍🎉💖✨🔥. I really appreciate your profound explanation 🙏🥰🎸
I'll give it to you man, it's the first time ive heard a crucifixion as being described as beautiful..... 🤣
Yes! Yes! Yes! Go back and see that again!
Neck brace is a shout out to X Japan's drummer. U should watch the mv of Headbanger. Neck brace shows up.
Another Great Reaction for Babymetal from DH!! All of Babymetal's LIVE performances are not only musical concerts, they are THEATRICAL productions!! While Babymetal's Death was a great show finale, what has endured in my mind as the GREATEST show opener EVER was Babymetal's Lengend S concert for Su-metal's 20th birthday. The lore of the opening dialog about the Fox Gods releasing a new Legend goddess of light, then the theatrics involved leading into and during Babymetal's song "IN THE NAME OF" was absolutely incredible. This video will surely get blocked unless you do the necessary tricks. Also Su's performance of "NO RAIN, NO RAINBOW" and "THE ONE" was also unforgettable as well. Su also gets 'crucified' again during this concert although not as memorable as the Legend 1997. I will watch this reaction over and over, just like the reaction that you did on "Road of Resistance" !! I can't wait for your reaction for Babymetal's Legend S Baptism XX opening dialog into "IN THE NAME OF" !!
As a Metal fan it sometimes is not so easy to explain why y have to cry. And I always try to explain, why I cry to Abba.
I thought this brillance is lost.
And then there comes Babymetal. I laughed about them and didnt want to listen to this. But then I did and found myself crying. Now I am in the foxhole.
Insane technique, the whole 'project' is not of this world.
Thanks to some comments letting me understand.
And next time Hetfield has to play as Opener 😊
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This song was used as their concert opener for quite a few years.
Usually without the crucifixion. : )
I saw BABYMETAL open for Korn & Stone Sour in Chula Vista, CA back in 2017.
The concert was on Yui's Birthday on June 20th.
There were Korn fans on either side of me, who were expecting something called BABYMETAL to be pretty mellow.
They opened with 'BABYMETAL Death'. : )
'Legend 1997' is named for Su-metal's birth year.
This concert was held December 21st, 2013, the day after her 16th birthday.
This performance was unusual since it was used as the closing number.
Here's a translation of the introduction:
"It is the story that, receiving the legendary corset from the god of the Metal,
she abandons being human and shall be reborn as a goddess.
The gene which has been determined from ancient time
is destined to be guided, boarding on the ark of time.
The apocalypse prophesied
the DOOMSDAY. Towards it,
there remains…
little time…
(5) Are You (4) Ready to (3) (2) Mosh'sh (1) Mosh'sh (0) Mosh'sh".
Kami Band members for this concert were guitarists Mikio Fujioka (RIP) and Leda Cygnus, BOH on bass, and Hideki Aoyama on drums.
Loved your puppy eyes...Great Reaction!!! My biggest Kistune-Up for you!!! Thank you...would like to recommend, to watch whole live-shows, like Yokohama Arena 2015, Tokyo-Dome 2016, Budokan 2014, Wembley 2016 and so on...
I think at this point he is ready for MOAbanger. - I bet he will react "emotionally" again at the crowd reaction.
I check out your Baby Metal reaction videos just to see you cry. ;) They're great, aren't they?? They make me tear up, too.
I vote for "In The Name Of" LEGEND S - BAPTISM XX (if you can find it). It was the opening for Su's 20th birthday concert.
The guitar solo in this !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
At work, seeing that the video reaction i was waiting the whole month was released made the work easier. And it was a great reaction.
Oh man, i almost dropped laughing from the chair at your "you always want to end your show memorially" cause i knew, you would not forget this, good or bad....
The whole concert was great:
- Ave maria opening show with the Headbanger remix
- Black Santas Intro & Onedari Daisakusen
- The 3 girls, even more hyped than the whole crowd at start of Catch me if you can. It was like the energizer bunny was hit by a lightning bolt
- Akatsuki unfinished to give the crowd a break for the final
- The soul sacrificing at the end to upgrade Su and her finding out and getting angry, that Yui & Moa used some for a growth phase
And in memory of Mikio...i don`t think you will get it to react, but it is really worth a watch "藤岡幹大 Mikio Fujioka『Harmony X 』2017-2‐11" on youtube
13:11 yup, that was exactly my facial expression the first time I saw that part of the video.
Omg incredible! My new favorite Babymetal song
Man… what a Reaction. It was as Epic as the show itself. Thank you! This is definitely one of the best live performances I’ve seen in recent memory.
by far the most metal thing that' ever happened in the history of metal.
Hey its su-metals 16th bday and ascension from jpop idol to metal queen! Glad you enjoyed it david! Now youre invited to her 20th bday party!
You know what we are missing? Something powerfull just like Babymetal.
Crying together. That's art.
#NotaCult 🦊 #DefinitelyNotaCult 🦊 #AnyoneSayingWeAreACultWillBeSacrificedToTheFoxGod 🦊🤘🤘🦊 Also, best and most appreciative reaction to this, Su's 16th birthday bash.
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I love hobest flabergasted reactions.
Also you come highly recommended by my friends in the Babymetal universe
Well, welcome to the Fanbase. Glad to hear that word is getting out about this channel, but more importantly about the amazing community the people in The Fanbase have created.
Someone really needs to add Japanese subtitles and have Babymetal react to this. This is what BabyMetal is all about.
Great reaction🤘🦊
Thank you for making a very, very nice 40minute video!
Crowd Control ? Guess, that's more like this. Fans go to the concert by intention - to interact with their idols to have a really good time all together. Right from the beginning to the very end. I've heard that the relationship between artists and fans in Japan is a very very close one, and the fans really adore their idols. The're in the concerts for purpose to BE animated with own response to dive deeply into emotions and joy . . .
This is how you do an instrumental.
You are in good vibes with the FOXGOD...You should see the other opening music IN THE NAME OF...
You need to check either Toyko Dome shows or Legend S - Su's The One @ Legend S is still one of the most moving songs (oh along with No Rain No Rainbow from same show).
Great reaction as always! Really enjoyed it! 🔥🔥🔥🤘🦊🤘
If any one says BABYMETAL is not metal . Just laugh in their face and tell them to get the hell out of the room .
Hahaha amazing. I knew it! I knew this was going to be a great reaction and you exceeded my expectations. They've done many performances over the years with incredible production. Their producer has spoken at length in interviews about how he wants to create the feeling that going to a Babymetal concert is like being transported to another world entirely. He and his team are geniuses when it comes to live performances.
I think you owe it to yourself to watch a complete Babymetal arena show one day.
ive waited a long time for this reaction :) freakin excited to dive in , your reactions are truly my favorites
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15 minutes in and u got me tearing up CMON dude XD ,also i love the 9.5 i gave 9.2 not a big difference but did not expect 9.5 holy crap 🤟♥ if i could recommend anything it would be trilogy of lights it is by far my favorite 3 songs to listen to that are ment to be listened to back to back to back.
In the name of is a great show intro to go for . From the legend S show, which will be found on the Babymetal reactors resource. Then do crypticmiserys guide if you want to find out their history from 2010 till now
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well....
YES....YES....YES....FINALLY....
I was beginning to fear you'd never do it....
which would have been a shame considering how much you're into stage performance, theatrics and production value....
and this is, at least in my opinion, an absolute masterclass in all of them....
the introduction face is pretty funny.. as they call their name and you hear death.. but they say desu です whitch is a part of japanese grammar that declairs something is in a polite way ... so they just introduced themselves by su metaru desu but you hear su metal death.. which is a funny play with words
Well not a strong song in terms of lyrics or singing but a great ending to a show.
This show puts Death Metal bands to shame - BABYMETAL has the guts. 🤣
The girls really like metallica, and one can see it :D.
And its awesome 🦊🤘
and that is only the intro for a massive babymetal concert
You are so awesome. I watch you all of the time. I think they sing maybe 10 words. I love the way you appreciate music. You ROCK!!!
I still want you to react to headbanger the new video its insane how the people love her.
Nice reaction. And that's how Babymetal became known as a must-see live group. Babymetal definitely pay homage to X Japan and Metallica during their performances. To think as hard as that was, they still manage to get the kawaii factor in there. Yui and Moa's cute faces as they're putting on the neck brace (which is a homage to X Japan) and then Yui has to fix Su's hair before crucifying her. I think this performance is done with great understanding of what a religious crucification means. In this case the transformation of Su from jpop idol to metal goddess. Su gives up being a jpop idol artist to become a monster lady of metal. That's a lot of sacrifice for a young lady who grew up in a jpop world. As many have said Su would have been a big jpop star. To give that up to go into the unknown world of metal. Goes to show the drive Su has. They have all been crucified together starting a show going into this song. I thought for Moa's 20th birthday they might let her do it solo like Su. But that would be repetitive. Instead, Moa flew to the stage using the Babymetal logo like a pair of wings. Sadly, there isn't a lot of footage of it. It's become a legendary moment that you just had to be there for. Babymetal living legends of live performances. One last thing Su mentioned she felt the flames were too close to her. Since then, I've noticed over the years the pyro has been moved further and further away from her. I often wondered when they opened for Metallica if she spoke to James about the use of pyro. He would be the person to talk to about it. Just a though I had.
Hello David, hope everything goes well.
Great choice to react to BABYMETAL, glad you enjoyed it.
You said you are a big fan of KISS, what are your thoughts about KISS and Momoiro Clover Z "Samurai Son" colab?? I think is a pretty cool song.
I wasn't aware of it, haven't heard about it until now. As much as I'd like to check it out, I have a feeling someone might make that a request so I'll hold off for now.
I was wondering if you would ever do this one! Excellent reaction from start to finish. The look on your face when you realized what was happening was hilarious and no worries about the tears. If a song/production moves you, there is no stopping it and no shame. Kitsune Up! #notacult
After first few comments my first thought was "HE'S A DEAD MAN. When I saw video the first time. O shit this, has Alice cooper "KILLER All over this.
🤘🦊🤘This entire show is one of the best music performances ever! 🤘🦊🤘
Friends of Su at school:
"Hey Su, what did you do this weekend?"
Su:
"Well, it was my 16th Birthday, so my friends Yui and Moa crucified me in front of 20000 people chanting ""death death death death"" . . .but then I was reborn as a metal goddess . .so that was pretty cool . . .and after there was cake." (shrug)
Friends:
. . . .(mouths open . . . . .crickets). . . . .🤘🦊🤘
1 year late, i just had to say that was a solid Ric Flair impression you just casually dropped. Very nice 👍
Also, if you've never heard of them, GHOUL have a top-notch stage show. Like a super thrash metal GWAR.