The Crimson Idol is a concept album about an abused boy named Jonathan who steals a guitar he names Crimson and becomes famous and eventually commits suicide by hanging himself with the strings of his guitar. Chainsaw Charlie is the story of how he sold his soul to the music industry at the start of his career. You need to listen to the whole album for proper conext.
Seriously Crimson Idol is AMAZING ALBUM as well as Electric Circus or LIVE IN THE RAW. Pardon my french here but even more FUCKING AMAZING ALBUM THAN THIS ONE MY OPINION.
@@isaacpaz9287 Matter of fact, go watch their new drummer Aquiles Priester's cover of Chainsaw Charlie. If anyone can do justice to Frankie's drum tracks it's Aquiles.
I can see that.Usually creative people are hard to work with. Along with ego, and perfectionism creatives typically want their ideas to be expressed as they it in their minds.
@@TheAdventuresofTNT yea for sure, thats exactly what is said about most of the top metal bands, perfectionism and ego takes over, but because of that we get amazing albums. ive heard the same with Dio and many others
Bro this is a GREAT reaction. The whole album is a concept album referencing Johnny's rise and fall with music stardom. Blackie Lawless is an extremely underrated lyricist. Would love to see you react to W.A.S.P. Goodbye America and see how you feel about it.
W.A.S.P. has been my favorite band for 20yrs. I cant tell you the joy it brings me to see the joy that this song brought you (or your face at least) and to see a happy first experience with something that's been with me for so long. It's like it gets me excited for the first time all over again!
I love the fact he didn't give a crap on the lyrics. were in a world of butt hurts and Karen's these days. Please feel free to be offended or not. I'm still rocking to wasp I'm a blackie fan big time. Love your reaction mate all the way from Wales uk.
Listened to this song almost 40 years and never plugged the crowds into the "factory" in the way you did, almost like the chainsaw is about to rip them apart - and at the same time the chainsaw rips into the artist while the artist performs for the crowd, which is the music industry at its heart. I mean, there's more to the song when you wrap the rest of the album around it, and more to the album when you use this original version of the song. Blackie re-released it to be less offensive in the remaster. But it's just amazing that I've listened to this song thousands of times, and I just got one tiny last new thing out of it. Amazing stuff. Thanks!
I've never looked for a W.A.S.P. reaction. Yours is the first I clicked on. And... F'ing love it! Just might have to subscribe! Been a fan of this band for over 30 years!
The Crimson Idol is one of the best concept albums of all time, the story itself is amazing and the songs are great. The Story Of Jonathan itself is a masterpiece. Thanks for sharing, have a lovely day.
One of the best albums ever made. In my opinion. From the 1st song to the last where the last song was a collaboration of all the songs. But this is the best song on the album honestly. But this is such an insane album. Fuckin love it. Thank you so much for doin this. Much respect.
I am sooooo stoked that you dig this tune, one of the most underrated that I listened to and thrilled that you dig. My hair stands on end seeing you enjoy this tune man, great stuff.
My favourite W.A.S.P. song, and your reaction to it was amazing. The Heretic, Mean Man, Wild Child, and The Torture Never Stops are just some of their classic songs you should react to.
Wasp was kept on the fringes for what reason I don't know HAHA! Maybe his lyrics? the fact he DGAF what the music execs thought? LOL! But here's a fact, these f*kr's JAMMED! They had quite the rep that couldn't be ignored completely.
I can think of two possibilities: 1) Their controversial lyrics and shows 2) Blackie being so enlightened about politics that he correctly guessed Al Gore's presidential bid over a decade before it happened, as well as the authoritarian insanity that became the European Union.
They didn't want to be too marketable. They never specifically wanted to write "hits" and that's really all the labels want. They want the next Slippery When Wet and Hysteria every single time.
@@m.vondrake5534 Spot on! I remember some of the drama and opposing positions but you gotta respect the fact, Blackie did what Blackie wanted to do, end of discussion. As a Priest fan I would say an analogy could be, WASP never followed up a cranking "British Steel" heavy vibe jammer with a "Point of Entry" weak, low effort, uninspired attempt at top 40 type bullshit. I think most can admire an example of "can't be bought" belief system.
This band is so underrated!! They are one of my favorite bands (90s baby over here) Blackie Lawless is a Genius!! Would love to see a reaction to “Wild Child” “ Animal F like a beast” “LOVE machine” are my favorite!! 🤘🏻👅🖤🔥
Blackie Lawless made a comment a long time ago that he was surprised, when the Crimson Idol was released, that people were surprised he could write something intelligent :) A great song, from a great album by a great band.
After listening to 2 other Wasp songs I completely agree with you. This guy can write a fuckn song. I love his work. The are a new favorite band of mine.
I bought this album about over 30 years ago when i was in my high school 3rd grade (19 years old then and i'm Korean) I was shocked by this album which was named Crimson Idol. And this album is rated one of top concept album in rock history and the main story of this album was Blackie lawless' life yes it was his whole life story When you open this album there was a memos like booklit said that " I stayed 6 months in the studio to finish this album and spent hundreds of guitar picks , several dozens of guitar and bass string sets , also spent several dozens of drum cover sets with sevral drum cymbals and then drank several gallons of whisky while records this album And he played backing giutar, bass, drums and vocals by himself And one of his early years band guitarist helped this album by playing main solo guitars on several songs.
This song, and there’s a clip of Blackie Lawless, talking about the song and meaning of it it’s about The music industry and their managers, whoever signs them on, etc. And it’s about signing that died in line and once you do you sold your soul you have to do and obey and have to comply. Basically that’s what this song is about.
BLACKIE LAWLESS =WASP "I WANNA BE SOMEBODY" "I want shiny cars and dirty money Lotsa rock and roll I will live in fame and die in flame I'm never gettin' old
The song he did live at his 30 year thunder tour miss you sucked the energy out the room you had a big group of metal heads either tearing up or actually crying. It was amazing
I saw W.A.S.P. live twice in concert in California! What A great show u must go see. Since u liked this song and beat. Must check out the drummers video playing this song. Aquiles Priester. I also got to take a picture with Blackie Lawless after the concert. Amazing band. Keep Rockin. Andy from Miami
Great reaction. I'd love to hear a breakdown, although you nailed some of it. It is about the music industry, but it's part of a complete story throughout the album. W.A.S.P. (mainly Blackie Lawless) never pulls any punches in his lyrics, kind of like Dave Mustaine. Other great ones by them that would make excellent t reactions are: Heretic (The Lost Child) Golgotha Unholy Terror / Charisma --- Someone made an awesome video for this one. I'll have to find that one again. The Idol Heaven's Hung in Black
Been listening to this song for years and thought it wasn't "lies right" but "live rats" so I've always thought there lyric was.. I swallow live rats down my throat.
Amazing song and the whole album tells a story. Chainsaw Charlie uses imagery and crazy story telling from the perspective of a young man who is being used and played by the music industry
Great band. You can't go wrong reacting to any song suggested. K.F.D. is a favorite. Lots of energy and anger. Lawless made this album after the break up with his girlfriend. Helldorado a great album. The song cocaine cowboys is a cool reaction. Love the vids and your energy
W.A.S.P. was my Jam back in the day, I found my first W.A.S.P. European import at a second hand music store and the album cover blew me away, it’s was W.A.S.P. first album, you wanna have fun. Go back, Animal, School daze, sleeping in the fire, Show no Mercy, you have just tipped your toes into W.A.S.P. and welcome to METAL!!
I believe the whole record is a concept album and the songs all tie together telling a story. Definitely an Amazing record that never got all the recognition it should, very well done.
you are LOVING your wasp journey as much as i love hearing them, EVERY TIME, dude :) if these are not your fav band, then i am Lying to myself in thinking that have become that haha
Big props to you for making a reaction video for this song.So far you are the only one that has done it properly.I mean using the original lyrics.I know they are quite controversial and might offend some people but i think it's worth discussing them.Wheter you agree with them or not.
Man, this is one of my favoriate song of WASP. Blackie lawless is famous from his unusual attifude but i think he was kind of a genious and very very underrated then
That’s my favorite W.A.S.P. song…check out these other awesome W.A.S.P. songs I Wanna Be Somebody Blind In Texas Wild Child Animal (F..k Like A Beast) Hallowed Ground On Your Knees 9.5-N.A.S.T.Y. Crazy L.O.V.E Machine
when i heard "I wanna be somebody" back in the 80`s i was blown out of my mind! Crimson Idol was the peak of them and to this day I still love this album
Great reaction sir. Hopefully more of this great group is on the inbound. During a press conference Blackie Lawless was approached regarding what W.A.S.P stands for. The journalist said "We Are Satans People". Mind you this was the same time moms thought KISS was "Knights In Satans Service" etc. But Blackie just leaned forward at the microphone, smiled and said; "We Ain´t Sure Pal".
Oh awesome!! I had this album on pre-order in 1992, got it on day 1. It's a rock opera about the rise and fall of a rockstar.. and it's brilliant. The re-release of the album had the lyrics censored and I hated that.
When I heard he was redoing the album THIS was the first song I listened to. As soon as I heard the lyrical change I shut it off and never bothered with it again. The original album is 100% the way to go.
Oh ja, you're so right with your interpretation of the lyrics. And I can tell ya that I love that kind of lyrics. Zynistic and so close to reality. The whole CD is absolute brillant. The story was written by true life. And so I listen to this kind of music since 44 years now and I'm not getting tired to love this kind of music.
loved the reaction, tnx. the whole concept album the crimson idol is a true classic. it's from 1992, so not technically 80s metal but close enough, hehe.
This came out in 1992 from the concept album called The Crimson Idol. Good job on understanding the lyrics. Yes, the song is about the music industry. In the story "Chainsaw" Charlie is the president of a major record label who promises to make the main character Jonathan a Rock Star. Would go further into the story-line, but I don't want to spoil the ending for those of you who have not listened to the whole album yet. Other WASP tunes to listen to: Anything from "The Last Command" and I recommend the live release called "Live...In the Raw". Keep the reactions coming. \m/
WASP, one of those bands that you forget ever existed, till you remember. I actually saw them perform once in San Antonio, in a bar. Blackie Lawless used to wear these long leather arm-bands with circular saw blades in each one (: With that voice, this guy was born to sing metal. He really has a great voice for metal. "I Wanna Be Somebody" is the only song i can remember rn, but it's a banger, an anthem, it's simple but it really rocks
You definitely need to do more W.A.S.P.! Their style of song writinting has evolved so much over the years. They are one of few whom have progressed. Anything from the first album, Headless Children, Electric Circus, K.F.D, Helldorado, or Dying for the world, and everything else between or beyond will take you for a different ride each time. I would love to see you do more W.A.S.P.
Great as always man, wasp is definitely underrated, i think you definitely need to dive into them the way you did with megadeth (which was awesome to see you do), touch at least 1 or 2 songs from each album, which is quite a few, you definitely wont regret it, even there newest of albums still have absolute gems in them which is a rare thing to find in most bands coming out of the 80s or any decade for that matter, in my opinion anyways. Keep up the good work man, good to see you enjoy some amazing music as always
Loved your breakdown man you nailed it! The Crimson Idol is one of the greatest concept albums ever written. However if you want a W.A.S.P. track that'll really give you something to chew on and think about I highly recommend Charisma off their 2001 release UnHoly Terror. Definitely wanna see more of your breakdowns 🤘
Hello just discovered you I am a fan of WASP from the beginning in 84 I still enjoy their music he is still making cds through the years he changed you must check the newest one called Golgotha your jaw will drop under rated band
What's up T my man? Been a while oh, but when I sing the WASP reaction... I got to react to the react. Oh how fun they were. Need to check out one of his most outrageous shows for videos live that's when you can really really really, appreciate a wasp show or song
This was from the crimson idol rock opera album. Check out animal (i duck like a beast) (e rated), I wanna be somebody, wild child, headless children, miss you, their “paint it black” cover, the Gypsy meets the boy, hold on to my heart, phantoms in the mirror… all good songs.
This is the video that made me subscribe to your channel and still, every now and then I come to enjoy this video. Looking forward to future W.A.S.P. Wednesdays🤘❤
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The Headless Children is a good one from them.
@@pathatfield2543 love that whole album.
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Oh damn! You got a new subscriber. This song is from The Crimson Idol (1992) which is a concept album. React to The Great Misconceptions Of Me
You nailed the meaning of the song. Blackie Lawless (lead vocals/rhythm guitar/bass) is a highly underrated songwriter.
Yes and the idol album and still not black enough are the most underated albums of theirs
Also an underrated vocalist. He can still belt it out.
Crimson Idol is probably my favorite concept album
Blackie is actually superintelligent and great at alot of things :)
@@socatoas666 lol how is the Idol underated? It's their most well known and highly thought of album.
The Crimson Idol is a concept album about an abused boy named Jonathan who steals a guitar he names Crimson and becomes famous and eventually commits suicide by hanging himself with the strings of his guitar. Chainsaw Charlie is the story of how he sold his soul to the music industry at the start of his career. You need to listen to the whole album for proper conext.
its a brilliant album that never got its due
THIS right here.... listen to the full Crimson Idol album.. amazing stuff.
Seriously Crimson Idol is AMAZING ALBUM as well as Electric Circus or LIVE IN THE RAW. Pardon my french here but even more FUCKING AMAZING ALBUM THAN THIS ONE MY OPINION.
@@isaacpaz9287 Listen to the drums, Frankie Banali is so much better than Steve Riley could ever hope to be.
@@isaacpaz9287 Matter of fact, go watch their new drummer Aquiles Priester's cover of Chainsaw Charlie. If anyone can do justice to Frankie's drum tracks it's Aquiles.
WASP never fails to entertain. Blackie Lawless is definitely one of the really talented artists in Metal that never got his just due.
Very underrated band
Blackie lawless has often been described as hard to work with, but man he’s an incredible songwriter/vocalist. Super underrated
I can see that.Usually creative people are hard to work with. Along with ego, and perfectionism creatives typically want their ideas to be expressed as they it in their minds.
The Adventures of TNT I’d be the same! 😂
@@TheAdventuresofTNT yea for sure, thats exactly what is said about most of the top metal bands, perfectionism and ego takes over, but because of that we get amazing albums. ive heard the same with Dio and many others
The crimson idol is one of the best concept albums out there, regardless of genre. It’s great from start to finish.
That bridge/break at 5:08 is one of the best transitions in metal history.
Bro this is a GREAT reaction. The whole album is a concept album referencing Johnny's rise and fall with music stardom.
Blackie Lawless is an extremely underrated lyricist. Would love to see you react to
W.A.S.P. Goodbye America and see how you feel about it.
Wasp's most epic song and one of the most epic and underrated songs in classic heavy metal.
Love seeing someone listen to W.A.S.P. for the first time and it being my all-time favorite song of theirs and just loving the music.
W.A.S.P. has been my favorite band for 20yrs. I cant tell you the joy it brings me to see the joy that this song brought you (or your face at least) and to see a happy first experience with something that's been with me for so long. It's like it gets me excited for the first time all over again!
I love the fact he didn't give a crap on the lyrics. were in a world of butt hurts and Karen's these days. Please feel free to be offended or not. I'm still rocking to wasp I'm a blackie fan big time. Love your reaction mate all the way from Wales uk.
he removed all the harsh words in the remaster. And flattened the sound, so the original is still the only way to listen to it
Blackie Lawless's commentary of the music industry. INDUSTRY
Listened to this song almost 40 years and never plugged the crowds into the "factory" in the way you did, almost like the chainsaw is about to rip them apart - and at the same time the chainsaw rips into the artist while the artist performs for the crowd, which is the music industry at its heart.
I mean, there's more to the song when you wrap the rest of the album around it, and more to the album when you use this original version of the song. Blackie re-released it to be less offensive in the remaster.
But it's just amazing that I've listened to this song thousands of times, and I just got one tiny last new thing out of it. Amazing stuff. Thanks!
I've never looked for a W.A.S.P. reaction. Yours is the first I clicked on. And... F'ing love it! Just might have to subscribe! Been a fan of this band for over 30 years!
Headless Children Is my favorite by them
My second favorite by them. It's a great album, so many good songs. The song Heretic from that one would be a good reaction.
My favorite album is the debut album
HEADLESS CHILDREN!! F'ing YES! Neutron Bomber, Rebel in the FDG, Headless Children, Heretic... What an album!
That album gave me goosebumps 🤘
Love the 80's.
Everything was artistic.
There was no Internet to ruin things with facts and info.
The Crimson Idol is one of the best concept albums of all time, the story itself is amazing and the songs are great. The Story Of Jonathan itself is a masterpiece. Thanks for sharing, have a lovely day.
I will put Crimson Idol and Operation Mindcrime as the two best concept albums of all time
One of my favorite albums. If you get the chance see them live! Its unforgettable
One of the best albums ever made. In my opinion. From the 1st song to the last where the last song was a collaboration of all the songs. But this is the best song on the album honestly. But this is such an insane album. Fuckin love it. Thank you so much for doin this. Much respect.
And the entire album is just that good....one of my favorites
I am sooooo stoked that you dig this tune, one of the most underrated that I listened to and thrilled that you dig. My hair stands on end seeing you enjoy this tune man, great stuff.
My favourite W.A.S.P. song, and your reaction to it was amazing. The Heretic, Mean Man, Wild Child, and The Torture Never Stops are just some of their classic songs you should react to.
I'm an 80s rock chick I loved everything about it. I feel sorry for kids who didn't get to be there.
Then you will love this channel. I love 80s rock and metal. Wasp is currently one of my new favorite bands.
The Crimson Idol is my absolute favourite album! 10/10
Wasp was kept on the fringes for what reason I don't know HAHA! Maybe his lyrics? the fact he DGAF what the music execs thought? LOL! But here's a fact, these f*kr's JAMMED! They had quite the rep that couldn't be ignored completely.
I can think of two possibilities:
1) Their controversial lyrics and shows
2) Blackie being so enlightened about politics that he correctly guessed Al Gore's presidential bid over a decade before it happened, as well as the authoritarian insanity that became the European Union.
They didn't want to be too marketable. They never specifically wanted to write "hits" and that's really all the labels want. They want the next Slippery When Wet and Hysteria every single time.
@@m.vondrake5534 Spot on! I remember some of the drama and opposing positions but you gotta respect the fact, Blackie did what Blackie wanted to do, end of discussion. As a Priest fan I would say an analogy could be, WASP never followed up a cranking "British Steel" heavy vibe jammer with a "Point of Entry" weak, low effort, uninspired attempt at top 40 type bullshit. I think most can admire an example of "can't be bought" belief system.
@@radamus210 Blackie was cool with soundtracks and movie scores but not "jingles" and "bubblegum" rock.
Definitely check out unholy terror/Charisma by W.A.S.P
WASP IS THE BEST...I LOVE BLACKIE LAWLESS'S VOICE
I wish more people reacted to WASP. Loved the reaction.
This band is so underrated!! They are one of my favorite bands (90s baby over here) Blackie Lawless is a Genius!! Would love to see a reaction to “Wild Child” “ Animal F like a beast” “LOVE machine” are my favorite!! 🤘🏻👅🖤🔥
Blackie Lawless made a comment a long time ago that he was surprised, when the Crimson Idol was released, that people were surprised he could write something intelligent :) A great song, from a great album by a great band.
Just the fact you did this song reaction was worth me subscribing. Blackie is one of the best songwriters and this album is still one of my favorites
After listening to 2 other Wasp songs I completely agree with you. This guy can write a fuckn song. I love his work. The are a new favorite band of mine.
Their most popular song would be Wild Child, I personally like Fist Full of Diamonds.
Hellion and Tormentor are my favorites :D....and I could go on and on ....
I bought this album about over 30 years ago when i was in my high school 3rd grade (19 years old then and i'm Korean)
I was shocked by this album which was named Crimson Idol.
And this album is rated one of top concept album in rock history and the main story of this album was Blackie lawless' life yes it was his whole life story
When you open this album there was a memos like booklit said that
" I stayed 6 months in the studio to finish this album and spent hundreds of guitar picks , several dozens of guitar and bass string sets , also spent several dozens of drum cover sets with sevral drum cymbals and then drank several gallons of whisky while records this album
And he played backing giutar, bass, drums and vocals by himself
And one of his early years band guitarist helped this album by playing main solo guitars on several songs.
This song, and there’s a clip of Blackie Lawless, talking about the song and meaning of it it’s about The music industry and their managers, whoever signs them on, etc. And it’s about signing that died in line and once you do you sold your soul you have to do and obey and have to comply. Basically that’s what this song is about.
Frankie Banali's drumming on this album is simply baddass. No other word for it
He is amazing on this album. I absolutely love the drums in The Titanic Overture.
@@obfish Same, and The Great Misconception of Me
BLACKIE LAWLESS =WASP "I WANNA BE SOMEBODY"
"I want shiny cars and dirty money
Lotsa rock and roll
I will live in fame and die in flame
I'm never gettin' old
Seeing this whole album being performed live by Blackie and WASP was absolutely amazing.
The song he did live at his 30 year thunder tour miss you sucked the energy out the room you had a big group of metal heads either tearing up or actually crying. It was amazing
I saw W.A.S.P. live twice in concert in California! What A great show u must go see. Since u liked this song and beat. Must check out the drummers video playing this song. Aquiles Priester. I also got to take a picture with Blackie Lawless after the concert. Amazing band. Keep Rockin. Andy from Miami
simply one of the best metal songs ever written..what a blast
Great reaction. I'd love to hear a breakdown, although you nailed some of it. It is about the music industry, but it's part of a complete story throughout the album. W.A.S.P. (mainly Blackie Lawless) never pulls any punches in his lyrics, kind of like Dave Mustaine. Other great ones by them that would make excellent t reactions are:
Heretic (The Lost Child)
Golgotha
Unholy Terror / Charisma --- Someone made an awesome video for this one. I'll have to find that one again.
The Idol
Heaven's Hung in Black
The first time I heard the crimson idol it blew me away. Chainsaw Charlie is just a piece of the puzzle you need to listen to the whole album 👍
Been listening to this song for years and thought it wasn't "lies right" but "live rats" so I've always thought there lyric was..
I swallow live rats down my throat.
WASP - Please just do the whole Crimson Idol album start to finish. It's a concept album with a story told throughout.
That would be great!
I took my two sons to that show and it blew their minds. Been a fan for 40yrs
Amazing song and the whole album tells a story. Chainsaw Charlie uses imagery and crazy story telling from the perspective of a young man who is being used and played by the music industry
its a brilliant song. masterful
you played the full version and loved it, much respect :) loved your reacton, im all wasp, wasp fan for over 30 years, respect, glad you loved this :)
One of my favorite bands of all time.
Love you’re reaction man. Reminds me of myself when I first heard it. Awesome brother!
Thank you for making this video. It made me feel like there was someone enjoying the song with me.
Such a ruthlessly wicked and awesome song.. blackie at his finest.
Dude - this is the. best reaction video I've ever seen in my life. Game over.
Great band. You can't go wrong reacting to any song suggested. K.F.D. is a favorite. Lots of energy and anger. Lawless made this album after the break up with his girlfriend. Helldorado a great album. The song cocaine cowboys is a cool reaction. Love the vids and your energy
Thanks for reacting to one of my favourite bands . Respect T
This song and this album. Loads of memories. Underrated band.
One of the best Rock songs ever written.
You gotta do the Idol!
W.A.S.P. was my Jam back in the day, I found my first W.A.S.P. European import at a second hand music store and the album cover blew me away, it’s was W.A.S.P. first album, you wanna have fun. Go back, Animal, School daze, sleeping in the fire, Show no Mercy, you have just tipped your toes into W.A.S.P. and welcome to METAL!!
This is one of the hardest songs to learn and a beast r.i.p franki banali
I believe the whole record is a concept album and the songs all tie together telling a story. Definitely an Amazing record that never got all the recognition it should, very well done.
just chillin accross the tube and i saw my fav wasp fan/reactor on the side suggestion thingies, so, i thought i would stop and say hi hi :)
You should do a full album breakdown on this album. Amazing album that takes you on a journey that will change you in the end
You want to see a 180 degree switch from this song, do WASP Golgatha. Great song.
you are LOVING your wasp journey as much as i love hearing them, EVERY TIME, dude :) if these are not your fav band, then i am Lying to myself in thinking that have become that haha
Big props to you for making a reaction video for this song.So far you are the only one that has done it properly.I mean using the original lyrics.I know they are quite controversial and might offend some people but i think it's worth discussing them.Wheter you agree with them or not.
This song is a beast.
It has like two choruses.
The bridge before the chorus is so strong, it's like a chorus. Insane.
Man, this is one of my favoriate song of WASP. Blackie lawless is famous from his unusual attifude but i think he was kind of a genious and very very underrated then
You should see the 1992 live at Donington performance of this song, it really shows the energy that the song has
Was there,that whole festival was imense
That’s my favorite W.A.S.P. song…check out these other awesome W.A.S.P. songs
I Wanna Be Somebody
Blind In Texas
Wild Child
Animal (F..k Like A Beast)
Hallowed Ground
On Your Knees
9.5-N.A.S.T.Y.
Crazy
L.O.V.E Machine
this is the best analysis of this song ive heard...awesome reaction.
Great reaction T. Spot on about the music industry. W.A.S.P. has so many songs to choose from, but I’d like to request Mean Man.
The Crimson Idol is WASP's answer to Queensrÿche's Operation Mind Crime. Which is perhaps the best hard rock album ever made.
when i heard "I wanna be somebody" back in the 80`s i was blown out of my mind! Crimson Idol was the peak of them and to this day I still love this album
Looks like a genuine joy of hearing awesome music. Thanks for this! A great review of this classic song.
I love this song. Out of all the songs I’ve listened to from wasp I always go back to this.
Have seen them 3 time. Each show was worth the price of admission.
Great reaction sir. Hopefully more of this great group is on the inbound. During a press conference Blackie Lawless was approached regarding what W.A.S.P stands for. The journalist said "We Are Satans People". Mind you this was the same time moms thought KISS was "Knights In Satans Service" etc. But Blackie just leaned forward at the microphone, smiled and said; "We Ain´t Sure Pal".
Lawless Is a great songwriter for sure. His lifework is narrated by himself with gore poetry. I Love WASP
Got to see them live a couple of weeks ago. The best concert I've ever seen 🔥🤘
Oh awesome!! I had this album on pre-order in 1992, got it on day 1. It's a rock opera about the rise and fall of a rockstar.. and it's brilliant. The re-release of the album had the lyrics censored and I hated that.
When I heard he was redoing the album THIS was the first song I listened to. As soon as I heard the lyrical change I shut it off and never bothered with it again. The original album is 100% the way to go.
Oh ja, you're so right with your interpretation of the lyrics. And I can tell ya that I love that kind of lyrics. Zynistic and so close to reality. The whole CD is absolute brillant. The story was written by true life. And so I listen to this kind of music since 44 years now and I'm not getting tired to love this kind of music.
loved the reaction, tnx. the whole concept album the crimson idol is a true classic. it's from 1992, so not technically 80s metal but close enough, hehe.
i discovered w.a.s.p when i was 12 when my aunt gave me the crimson idol cassette and she had left it on chainsaw charlie
it changed my life
Man this channel keeps pumping out songs every day. I'm surprised I didn't see this sooner
This came out in 1992 from the concept album called The Crimson Idol. Good job on understanding the lyrics. Yes, the song is about the music industry. In the story "Chainsaw" Charlie is the president of a major record label who promises to make the main character Jonathan a Rock Star. Would go further into the story-line, but I don't want to spoil the ending for those of you who have not listened to the whole album yet. Other WASP tunes to listen to: Anything from "The Last Command" and I recommend the live release called "Live...In the Raw". Keep the reactions coming. \m/
WASP, one of those bands that you forget ever existed, till you remember. I actually saw them perform once in San Antonio, in a bar. Blackie Lawless used to wear these long leather arm-bands with circular saw blades in each one (: With that voice, this guy was born to sing metal. He really has a great voice for metal.
"I Wanna Be Somebody" is the only song i can remember rn, but it's a banger, an anthem, it's simple but it really rocks
You definitely need to do more W.A.S.P.! Their style of song writinting has evolved so much over the years.
They are one of few whom have progressed.
Anything from the first album, Headless Children, Electric Circus, K.F.D, Helldorado, or Dying for the world, and everything else between or beyond will take you for a different ride each time.
I would love to see you do more W.A.S.P.
KFD
Great as always man, wasp is definitely underrated, i think you definitely need to dive into them the way you did with megadeth (which was awesome to see you do), touch at least 1 or 2 songs from each album, which is quite a few, you definitely wont regret it, even there newest of albums still have absolute gems in them which is a rare thing to find in most bands coming out of the 80s or any decade for that matter, in my opinion anyways. Keep up the good work man, good to see you enjoy some amazing music as always
Loved your breakdown man you nailed it! The Crimson Idol is one of the greatest concept albums ever written. However if you want a W.A.S.P. track that'll really give you something to chew on and think about I highly recommend Charisma off their 2001 release UnHoly Terror. Definitely wanna see more of your breakdowns 🤘
The Crimson idol is at no.1 in my best albums of all time .
Thanks brother, I almost forgot how good these guys are!! 🤘
It's been a minute. LOL
Hell yeah brother!! Love this band to.
Whole albums a bloody masterpiece
Hello just discovered you I am a fan of WASP from the beginning in 84 I still enjoy their music he is still making cds through the years he changed you must check the newest one called Golgotha your jaw will drop under rated band
What's up T my man? Been a while oh, but when I sing the WASP reaction... I got to react to the react. Oh how fun they were. Need to check out one of his most outrageous shows for videos live that's when you can really really really, appreciate a wasp show or song
This was from the crimson idol rock opera album. Check out animal (i duck like a beast) (e rated), I wanna be somebody, wild child, headless children, miss you, their “paint it black” cover, the Gypsy meets the boy, hold on to my heart, phantoms in the mirror… all good songs.
The whole album “ The Crimson Idol” is 10 out of 10. A must listen through in order since it’s one long story.
that voice, hoolllyyy True Heavy Metal
This is the video that made me subscribe to your channel and still, every now and then I come to enjoy this video. Looking forward to future W.A.S.P. Wednesdays🤘❤
This is still my favorite song
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