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@@TwoOldDudes Didn't see "Runaway" still ? I envy you guys, You're on a beginning of a wonderful journey of getting to know Kanye... I wish I could again! After that , check "Lost in the World" which he done with Bon Iver. Next after that "New Slaves"
At 7:45 Kanye says that North wanted Nikes as a gift, he immediately follows that with "this is not about me". Kanye's Yeezy brand is under Adidas and Kanye is basically a sworn enemy of Nike after he felt betrayed by the company bc of them not offering him a deal after his Air Yeezy's sold out. When North now asks him for a pair of Nikes, he realizes that his kids and family will take precedent over anything else. If North wants the shoes of the enemy, he will get them for her. Also the mention of the phoenix was spot on! Kanye has used the phoenix metaphor once before in his short film "Runaway" in 2010. Back then, he used it as symbolism for his career after he was blackballed bc of the Taylor swift incident - he rose from the ashes of the controversy and came back with the best album of the 2010's ("best" according to Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, internet users). Here, the footage from the live listening party shows him using the fire to burn away his guilt and trauma (yes, he was actually on fire), and ends the event by finally taking off the mask he's been wearing all of 2021 when he comes face to face with Kim as a new man.
I saw this listening party online and wondered how he cut out all the vehicles that were driving around it the whole time. Most with brake lights still on.
he wore a mask for the entirety of his album roll out and hasn’t talked to the press which is insane for kanye. during his yeezus era he took inspiration and wore masks from mason martin margela (fashion designer) who covered his models in a mask that destroyed the celebrity model obsession at the time in fashion and let the clothes speaks for themselves. margela then slowly backed out of the limelight, not showing up to greet the crowd at the end of his shows and he started to immerse himself in his peers. back in 2013 during yeesus he dawned the mask as a aesthetic choice but now he wears it for its true meaning, anonymity. His album listening party is a retelling of dante’s inferno going from hell, purgatory, and then heaven. kanye is a born again christian, the message of his album is if you put in the work you can always find your path towards god even if you and everybody around you doesn’t think you can. so if every time you listen to the album and look at your screen you will see yourself. the first listen party was bleak and empty with an unfinished album in the background and kanye in a red outfit letting his emotions out even to just his mother name. the representing hell (him before he was a born again christian). then before the 2nd listening party he lives stream him living, working, and sleeping in a small room in a huge stadium. he lets people into his process, his work as christian man. then the listening party starts and all you see is his bed and his essential, the music starts playing and the album evolving growing literally while it’s live. in the middle of the party he calls mike dean fix something on the song heaven and hell. this representing purgatory, even while the album was being made he filed to legally change his name to ye, and ye meaning you the most used word in the bible. going from kanye meaning only on to ye meaning you. the third and final listening party he returns to chicago and rebuilds his child hood home, his heaven. as he is a born again christian he lets people who are not religious stand on his mothers porch representing you can also do it to. he then lights up on fire in his mothers home being reborn, taking off his mask in months, marrying kim moving forward and focusing on his family.
@@estuardo937 just because Kanye never said the meaning doesn’t mean that people can’t speculate on what it means also Kanye could have purgatory in his view of the religion he holds.
This is one of the best reactions I've ever seen of this song. I love your openmindess and objective opinions about the small details like lightening, lyrics and cadence throughout the video. I can't wait for you to share your thoughts on more music and see your candid reactions off it. Thank you for creating this wholesome content in times where we need to disconnect from these crazy times. I'm definitely subscribing to this chanel.
Absolutely. Also it's exciting that they aren't exactly familiar with Kanye's range. I think they'll be very pleasantly surprised! Runaway is a must! The long version for sure. Especially due to their knowledge of film & editing etc. ✌️
Kanye gets a lot of bad publicity. He’s severely bipolar and has frequent manic episodes (which is what makes him such a genius, but it also can result in crazy rants and doing crazy stuff)
There's a double meaning to it now that the old guys brought it up.... Kinda makes the song even more epic if it is meant to sound like the two things at once
This is honestly one of my favorite Kanye songs, if not my favorite overall. It’s so beautiful and personal, I just really really love it lol. This track is so special.
Im down with the two old dudes, coming in open minded with no judgment towards kanye and just accepting the music for what it is is a breath a fresh air especially coming from an older generation bravo gentlemen 👏
Check out “24” by Kanye, video just released. The cinematography is even more beautiful, Kanye’s singing and lyrics are just as beautiful and there is a choir who he goes back and forth with. It is also his most popular right now and is likely to bring in more views. Keep it up you guys
The entire album is a dedication to his late mother. They call kanye the don and she was his donda . When he says I get mad when she's gone mad when she home that entire verse he was speaking about being mad when she was working mad when she would come home for leaving him home alone now he's mad at him self because she's gone. This song is beautiful
Great Reaction guys!! I would really love to see you guys do more Kanye. A lot of people hate him because of all the bad press he has had over the years but if you're able to get past all that he truly is a beautiful musician.
this video is very human. just two people interpreting art for 12 minutes and having a good time. thank you so much for sharing. i’ll have to subscribe
Love this. Unfortunately many people like you guys have judged Kanye based off of his mistakes ; VMAs, TMZ etc. and his unfair media portrayal. When in reality he is a musical genius. I’m glad you both appreciated this song and video because it will live long.
Totally love this reaction! You guys were so observant and didn’t miss much of the meaning of the video with no knowing much about Kanye and his current life. Spot on!
I think one of the best things about Kanye is that his music has a point to it, but it’s totally up for the listeners interpretation of it. It was interesting seeing how y’all saw everything.
Yeah, but then later in the song he turns that into 'I'll go right back to the pen," maybe providing two interpretations of 'I'm in trouble' (going to jail), and 'I'm returning to writing.'
@@TomBruhh Both times he said Uncle, that’s why he said “ tell me how Aunty been”. He did say “ Thoughts you ain’t penciled them in, should’ve wrote them down in pen. But that’s a different part.
Coming up through your child and surviving through hell is what the house, cross, and fire means… Kanye is always creating imagery of a new character with each album. We all change throughout life, but Kanye has the power to show that you can suffer and choose to be a better man as you age. We all learn, but we have a choice to learn and be better. It’s not about yourselves but the ones around you in the end. We have a choice but it’s time to come to life for everyone who hears this ❤️. I hope everyone can hear this from his lyrics.
you guys broke this down really well, i love when reactors give their take on the themes they think are in the song. keep it up guys you have earned a subsriber!
Experiencing Kanye West’s discography for the first time allowed me reminiscence upon Allan Ginsburg’s poetry. Every album he has released has defined a new character, and a new chapter in modern music. I would love a series that revolves around listening to Kanye’s albums. You fellas have interesting brains, and I’d be thrilled to see how you react to such a generational figure.
Loved watching this y’all! Most reactions are done by mega-fans of the artists themselves, making this really refreshing. Subbed and excited to dive into your other work!
Can we talk about the fact that this music video was performed live at the final listening party for Donda? no retakes, one take, and done live! pure artistry from a misunderstood genius.
Just subscribed. Love when ppl actually give Kanye a listen with an opened mind. I hope you guys do more of his stuff. He is without a doubt the best artist of this generation.
As long as we’re speaking spiritually: In the Catholic/Christian faith, fire is a holy symbol and typically featured when God is present. So, given Kanye’s faith, him being on fire could be a way to say that God is speaking through him.
Yep. Most Christians etc always associate fire with Tehom (Hell), not knowing that biblically, fire also symbolizes the glory of YHWH. In Daniel 7, it even seems like the glory of YHWH is itself the fires of Tehom.
Since you guys were to interested in the film aspect of the music video. While there are cuts and editing to create the music video, all the footage is essentially a live shot of the end of the live listening party he had for the album. The audience at the stadium basically sees this live.
This whole video was from a live visual performance in Chicago for his album listening party, And some other things I noticed y'all didn't pick up on, that "pen" line was "uncle right back in the pen, auntie shut down again, till she finally come to life". "Pen" is a reference to going back to prison/jail, the whole album was dedicated to his family and deceased mother. Also, yes that was kim and kanye at the end in the mock wedding, and also him in the fire. During the live performance there was a 30 second break between the two shots. In the future I'd recommend pulling up the lyrics for hip hop tracks, usually the lyrics are very dense and quite literal so it makes it easier to follow along. Maybe just read the lyrics before watching/listening. Love what y'all are doing, keep it up
This song (and video) is a masterpiece. Kanye is a musical genius. As much as people may not like him as a person, as an artist you can’t deny how talented he is. Definitely check out more from Kanye. I recommend ‘24’ which is from the same album that Come to Life is, his latest album Donda.
some great kanye songs - POWER - probobaly the greatest kanye song - from his album My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantacy Runaway - top 5 kanye song for sure, he dropped this after the taylor swift incident like it was meant to be an apology track and ended up on My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantacy Ultralight Beam Hey mama - one of the saddest kanye songs now Jesus Walks - this is from his first album, he has been religious his whole life but only now getting deeper into more religious themes in his music Roses - if you like good lyrics good storytelling this is the one for u street lights - this is a good one too from his album 808s and heartbreak, that album literally influenced the next generation of hip hop all of the lights - is great too from My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantacy
@@samhammed8013 it’s a sort of apology. If you listen to the 7 minute version his vocals are distorted at the end when he’s reciting his verse and it’s interpreting how the public takes his words. It’s sort of an apology and acceptance
These guys are gonna be the big reaction channel - quote me on it. Here's a list of some recommendations: - 1985 by Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist; - Barefoot In The Park by James Blake & Rosalia (also, If The Car Besides You Moves Ahead); - Honestly anything from IGOR or Flower Boy by Tyler, the Creator (his music videos are amazing as well); - Everything Is Recorded by Everything Is Recorded feat. Sampha; - Television by IDLES; - Fazers OR Fancy Clown by MF DOOM; - Baby by J Dilla; - 90210 AND/OR Nightcrawler by Travis Scott; - Small Worlds by Mac Miller; - Wild Time by Weyes Blood. That's a pretty exhaustive list but I'm keen to see what you guys post!
Good but wont be able to compete with lost in vegas. Those dudes arent going away, their energy and cohesiveness is off the charts. And thats no knock on these dudes, they are really good too
Something that makes Kanye unique from most other rappers and singers is that he makes the the music and beats behind his music himself, so not only does he express himself through his lyrics and performance but the music itself too
Kanye’s fan base is an amazing audience. I recommend Only one by Kanye west and Paul McCartney. It’s a tribute to North West and sung from the perspective of his late mother Donda West.
This video is edited footage from one of his live concerts that he did in preparation for the release of the album. The woman in the wedding dress is actually Kim, which has people speculating on whether or not they're trying to fix things. The major themes of the album are his dead mother, his divorce, and religion.
Also, videos of people with higher ages reacting to rap videos get A LOT of views. I really encourage you guys to do this more often and y’all will 100% see your channel grow.
This is fantastic! Please keep reacting to kanye, we all love it and we love the open mindedness you guys had although you had some predetermined opinions on Kanye, it’s cool you were able to put that aside and enjoy the music. He’s truly a creative genius and although he’s a bit much sometimes, his musical talent is undeniable.
Suggestion: This is the first time Ive seen you guys. I don’t really know which genre of music you guys typically do reviews on, but if y’all start doing reactions to rap videos, your channel will really grow. It has a huge audience and this comment section has offered good suggestions for music videos to look at. Loved the video and hope the best for y’all!!!
I think the magic of the video has a lot to with it being a live performance and still, the video team and audio team, as well as the performers getting it perfect. This is probably my favorite song on Donda, its so uplifting and triumphant whereas most songs about the same things would be depressing or self destructive. The chords and keys are *chefs kiss*. All these things are just a mirror on kanyes artistry over the last 20 years, man never settles for less.
Awesome reaction! Gained a sub. Also he said "uncle right back in the pen (jail) tell me how aunty been. Describing the situations ppl go through when having problems/challenges. He & Kim are big on prison reform also I think it's intentionally open for interpretation. Great job! Looking forward to more videos.👍
If you guys liked that, another quite similar, very underrated, 9 minute emotional piece by Kanye is Pinocchio's Story, especially his 2015 hollywood bowl performance of it. He poured his heart and soul just everything into that one.
I was at the donda show in Chicago in August they shot this video at. Had no idea they were going to turn it into a video. This was the craziest part of the show
I interpreted going back to the pen as in the penitentiary. Especially where the first song in the album he says “guess who goin to jail tonight.” I like your interpretation about it being writing though. Another take I didn’t consider. Great video!
Very cool. It’s not everyday you get to see new listeners who appreciate Kanye’s music. I’d love it if you guys reacted to pure souls off of his recent donda album
I loved this reaction. I am a diehard Kanye fan and I love to see people discover his music. Although he has had some outburst and unpopular opinions he truly is a musical/creative genius. It was nice to see you come in with no pre judgements and really react to the video. You've gained a new fan here!
One thing about Kanye... He's a very very passionate person to what he believes in. As you guys said what he did to Taylor Swift... For the average person, if we really thought someone was better, we'd shut up and go about our day. This dude's passion for music and what he believes, wouldn't let him shut up lol. Definitely wasn't right, but that's Kanye... He gonna tell it like it is. As for his music... He's top tier. Musical genius. While he does have his issues, when it comes to music and production, there is none other like him. Literally all his albums are golden! When I first heard Life Of Pablo, I didn't like it at all... No lie, it be on repeat now. It's one of my favorites from him. I went to his yezus concert here in Oakland, some years ago and I was in heaven. My two favorite... Kendrick Lamar and Kanye. They know how to throw a concert! Check out Kendrick Lamar - Good Kid Mad City album! Y'all won't be disappointed. It paints a picture while it tells a story!
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Kanye - runaway is a classic
Your suggestion has a LOT of Likes. We'l have to look into getting it on the list. Thanks!
@@TwoOldDudes the greatest ballet of all time
@@TwoOldDudes Didn't see "Runaway" still ? I envy you guys, You're on a beginning of a wonderful journey of getting to know Kanye... I wish I could again! After that , check "Lost in the World" which he done with Bon Iver. Next after that "New Slaves"
They should check out the video for it too
It’s a decent song but listen to pure souls on his newest album donda.
It's not a church, it's his childhood home rebuilt with a cross on top of it
Wow! That's a pretty deep metaphor.
Yes turi, but he also has a church that has Sunday services on top of that.
@@ImSupercalifragilistic not a church but he did Sunday services and they moved around with the choir and band.
The piano solo at the end of the song is played by a girl in 6th grade that he met when he was visiting a performing acts school in New York.
That's cool. Thanks for the info!
I think also Chopsquad Dj worked on the keys
what? i'm pretty sure it's tyler the creator playing piano. "'Come To Life‘ hosts piano from Tyler, The Creator"
bro who told you that😂it’s tyler the creator
@@roll2ones people just make shit up
At 7:45 Kanye says that North wanted Nikes as a gift, he immediately follows that with "this is not about me". Kanye's Yeezy brand is under Adidas and Kanye is basically a sworn enemy of Nike after he felt betrayed by the company bc of them not offering him a deal after his Air Yeezy's sold out. When North now asks him for a pair of Nikes, he realizes that his kids and family will take precedent over anything else. If North wants the shoes of the enemy, he will get them for her. Also the mention of the phoenix was spot on! Kanye has used the phoenix metaphor once before in his short film "Runaway" in 2010. Back then, he used it as symbolism for his career after he was blackballed bc of the Taylor swift incident - he rose from the ashes of the controversy and came back with the best album of the 2010's ("best" according to Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, internet users). Here, the footage from the live listening party shows him using the fire to burn away his guilt and trauma (yes, he was actually on fire), and ends the event by finally taking off the mask he's been wearing all of 2021 when he comes face to face with Kim as a new man.
Wow. Cool insight. We appreciate the info!
@@TwoOldDudes this is a small part of a 2hr show you should watch the whole thing
@@TwoOldDudes please react to J.cole Apperently
huh i actually jus thought it was a little reference to nikes by frank ocean
@@gjkoyr i think its both
It’s crazy that it was shot live at soldier field during his listening party. Truly magnificent Kanye is one if a kind
And I was there. I did not know any of this would be a video.
@@DarthBerial Wanted to go but I got school to early.
@@DarthBerial Bro there were cameras all over the place lol I was there as well
I saw this listening party online and wondered how he cut out all the vehicles that were driving around it the whole time. Most with brake lights still on.
he wore a mask for the entirety of his album roll out and hasn’t talked to the press which is insane for kanye. during his yeezus era he took inspiration and wore masks from mason martin margela (fashion designer) who covered his models in a mask that destroyed the celebrity model obsession at the time in fashion and let the clothes speaks for themselves. margela then slowly backed out of the limelight, not showing up to greet the crowd at the end of his shows and he started to immerse himself in his peers. back in 2013 during yeesus he dawned the mask as a aesthetic choice but now he wears it for its true meaning, anonymity. His album listening party is a retelling of dante’s inferno going from hell, purgatory, and then heaven. kanye is a born again christian, the message of his album is if you put in the work you can always find your path towards god even if you and everybody around you doesn’t think you can. so if every time you listen to the album and look at your screen you will see yourself. the first listen party was bleak and empty with an unfinished album in the background and kanye in a red outfit letting his emotions out even to just his mother name. the representing hell (him before he was a born again christian). then before the 2nd listening party he lives stream him living, working, and sleeping in a small room in a huge stadium. he lets people into his process, his work as christian man. then the listening party starts and all you see is his bed and his essential, the music starts playing and the album evolving growing literally while it’s live. in the middle of the party he calls mike dean fix something on the song heaven and hell. this representing purgatory, even while the album was being made he filed to legally change his name to ye, and ye meaning you the most used word in the bible. going from kanye meaning only on to ye meaning you. the third and final listening party he returns to chicago and rebuilds his child hood home, his heaven. as he is a born again christian he lets people who are not religious stand on his mothers porch representing you can also do it to. he then lights up on fire in his mothers home being reborn, taking off his mask in months, marrying kim moving forward and focusing on his family.
Thanks for all the great info! It provides some really cool insight.
Kanye never said the meaning, Christians don’t even believe in purgatory 💀
@@estuardo937 just because Kanye never said the meaning doesn’t mean that people can’t speculate on what it means also Kanye could have purgatory in his view of the religion he holds.
I didn’t even think of Dante’s inferno , this is good
@@usernamesmatter literally what are is for. To draw interpretations
I can't get through this video even once without crying.
it's definitely emotional. Thanks for watching.
One of the rare songs that makes me tingle with emotion like I literally get chills and that doesn’t happen often
this was amazing kanye always delivers good music
Pretty intense, right?
This is one of the best reactions I've ever seen of this song. I love your openmindess and objective opinions about the small details like lightening, lyrics and cadence throughout the video. I can't wait for you to share your thoughts on more music and see your candid reactions off it. Thank you for creating this wholesome content in times where we need to disconnect from these crazy times. I'm definitely subscribing to this chanel.
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i agree!
Absolutely. Also it's exciting that they aren't exactly familiar with Kanye's range. I think they'll be very pleasantly surprised! Runaway is a must! The long version for sure. Especially due to their knowledge of film & editing etc. ✌️
@@TwoOldDudes btw, he says uncle right back to the pen. Jail.
I really appreciate your open mindedness and willingness to engage with an artist's you're not typically interested in, great work !
Thank you! And thank you so much for watching!
One of the best songs I’ve ever heard tbh
Kanye gets a lot of bad publicity. He’s severely bipolar and has frequent manic episodes (which is what makes him such a genius, but it also can result in crazy rants and doing crazy stuff)
Many artists throughout history have created their best work during manic episodes, so we definitely appreciate what you said.
Also results in beautiful music
“Go back to the pen” is the Penitentiary. Common themes in Kanye’s music is prison, jail, imprisonment, slavery, feeling trapped or restrained.
Yup this is how I took that lyric first time I heard it too, reminded me of my uncle who’s actually in the pen rn 🥺
One of the most beautiful things I have ever heard.
“Uncle right back in the pen (penitentiary)”
That really changes the meaning! Thanks for letting us know.
There's a double meaning to it now that the old guys brought it up.... Kinda makes the song even more epic if it is meant to sound like the two things at once
@@superstock9261 a double entendre
This is honestly one of my favorite Kanye songs, if not my favorite overall. It’s so beautiful and personal, I just really really love it lol. This track is so special.
“Uncle going back to the pen (penitentiary)/ Auntie shut down again” it’s a callback to another track on the album called Jail with Jay Z
Your comments and observations on the restraint in how the video was shot got me to subscribe. Always love some Ye reactions
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Im down with the two old dudes, coming in open minded with no judgment towards kanye and just accepting the music for what it is is a breath a fresh air especially coming from an older generation bravo gentlemen 👏
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The song Is such a masterpiece it really dose takes your breath away 💜
Thanks for reacting to this! Kanye is such an interesting artist. He is misunderstood by many. Greatest of our generation in my opinion
The entire album "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy" by Kanye West is an absolutely must listen. It is a 10/10, no doubt about it.
Production is 11/10
Mbdtf is not even top 3 kanye
@@sinaklsindre2831 Then what do you consider as top 3 kanye?
@@marselisscott6702 the college dropout, late registration and the life of pablo
Absolutely fantastic album with exceptional production. One of Yeezy's strongest albums. I give it a light 6
Check out “24” by Kanye, video just released.
The cinematography is even more beautiful, Kanye’s singing and lyrics are just as beautiful and there is a choir who he goes back and forth with.
It is also his most popular right now and is likely to bring in more views. Keep it up you guys
Yes!
Thanks for watching and the suggestion! Seems like a lot of people really like that "24" song so we'll definitely look into it.
@@TwoOldDudes 24 is in memorium to Kobe Bryant and his daughter as well as a song about Kanye's renewed faith. 24 obviously was Kobes number.
@@TwoOldDudes just listen to Donda tbh
@@TwoOldDudes scrapped video? 24
Song makes me cry every time
The entire album is a dedication to his late mother. They call kanye the don and she was his donda . When he says I get mad when she's gone mad when she home that entire verse he was speaking about being mad when she was working mad when she would come home for leaving him home alone now he's mad at him self because she's gone. This song is beautiful
Great Reaction guys!! I would really love to see you guys do more Kanye. A lot of people hate him because of all the bad press he has had over the years but if you're able to get past all that he truly is a beautiful musician.
Thank you !
Such a beautiful video. Great analysis too!
Thank you so much 😀
This is one of the best comment sections on any video. 🙏🏾
Love the unbiased reaction! Great video!
Thanks!
this video is very human. just two people interpreting art for 12 minutes and having a good time. thank you so much for sharing. i’ll have to subscribe
Wow. That hits all the feels. Thank you for watching!
Love this. Unfortunately many people like you guys have judged Kanye based off of his mistakes ; VMAs, TMZ etc. and his unfair media portrayal. When in reality he is a musical genius. I’m glad you both appreciated this song and video because it will live long.
So true!!
I dont think the VMA incident was a mistake. Beyonce really did have a great music video.
Love that you guys appreciate the art, this songs beautiful.
Can’t wait for this channel to hit 1k subs! I see potential!
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Totally love this reaction! You guys were so observant and didn’t miss much of the meaning of the video with no knowing much about Kanye and his current life. Spot on!
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What an amazing reaction by some dudes that could be my pops. love this stuff. and what a great commentary to music!
Much appreciated! Thanks for watching!
I think one of the best things about Kanye is that his music has a point to it, but it’s totally up for the listeners interpretation of it. It was interesting seeing how y’all saw everything.
He said “ Uncle’s right back in the pen. Tell me how Aunty been.” Pen means jail.
Yeah, but then later in the song he turns that into 'I'll go right back to the pen," maybe providing two interpretations of 'I'm in trouble' (going to jail), and 'I'm returning to writing.'
@@TomBruhh Both times he said Uncle, that’s why he said “ tell me how Aunty been”. He did say “ Thoughts you ain’t penciled them in, should’ve wrote them down in pen. But that’s a different part.
@@JustJ1444 oh true. in the part where his voice is reverbed and almost lost in the mix, i assumed he said 'i'll go' instead of 'uncle'.
Coming up through your child and surviving through hell is what the house, cross, and fire means… Kanye is always creating imagery of a new character with each album. We all change throughout life, but Kanye has the power to show that you can suffer and choose to be a better man as you age. We all learn, but we have a choice to learn and be better. It’s not about yourselves but the ones around you in the end. We have a choice but it’s time to come to life for everyone who hears this ❤️. I hope everyone can hear this from his lyrics.
All the shots are taken live from the third listening party before the album release
you guys broke this down really well, i love when reactors give their take on the themes they think are in the song. keep it up guys you have earned a subsriber!
Thank you!
Experiencing Kanye West’s discography for the first time allowed me reminiscence upon Allan Ginsburg’s poetry. Every album he has released has defined a new character, and a new chapter in modern music. I would love a series that revolves around listening to Kanye’s albums. You fellas have interesting brains, and I’d be thrilled to see how you react to such a generational figure.
Wow, a Ginsburg reference...now that's something Two Old Dudes can relate to! Thanks Lucas!
It's GinsbERG people.
@@asior34 Lol thank you for straightening us out!
Loved watching this y’all! Most reactions are done by mega-fans of the artists themselves, making this really refreshing. Subbed and excited to dive into your other work!
Awesome thank you!
I've got news for you guys this was performed live so I think that makes the shots even more impressive
Can we talk about the fact that this music video was performed live at the final listening party for Donda?
no retakes, one take, and done live! pure artistry from a misunderstood genius.
My favorite song off the album!!
I fycking love reactions channels like these so glad TH-cam reccomended me
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Just subscribed. Love when ppl actually give Kanye a listen with an opened mind. I hope you guys do more of his stuff. He is without a doubt the best artist of this generation.
Great reaction, love how you both kept an open mind despite Kanye’s reputation! Can’t wait to see more :)
Loved your reaction guys!
Thank you!! 😁
love the reaction, definitely my favourite song from the album. was up at 6am to watch this live and it was beautiful
Thanks!
As long as we’re speaking spiritually: In the Catholic/Christian faith, fire is a holy symbol and typically featured when God is present. So, given Kanye’s faith, him being on fire could be a way to say that God is speaking through him.
Yep. Most Christians etc always associate fire with Tehom (Hell), not knowing that biblically, fire also symbolizes the glory of YHWH. In Daniel 7, it even seems like the glory of YHWH is itself the fires of Tehom.
It also symbolizes him being tried by fire and purified of his sinful past
Catholicism is the downfall of Christianity
This was performed live in Chicago
Since you guys were to interested in the film aspect of the music video. While there are cuts and editing to create the music video, all the footage is essentially a live shot of the end of the live listening party he had for the album. The audience at the stadium basically sees this live.
This whole video was from a live visual performance in Chicago for his album listening party,
And some other things I noticed y'all didn't pick up on, that "pen" line was "uncle right back in the pen, auntie shut down again, till she finally come to life". "Pen" is a reference to going back to prison/jail, the whole album was dedicated to his family and deceased mother. Also, yes that was kim and kanye at the end in the mock wedding, and also him in the fire. During the live performance there was a 30 second break between the two shots. In the future I'd recommend pulling up the lyrics for hip hop tracks, usually the lyrics are very dense and quite literal so it makes it easier to follow along. Maybe just read the lyrics before watching/listening.
Love what y'all are doing, keep it up
Ye has some great stuff throughout his career. Heaven and Hell, Moon, and 24 are some of my favorites off the Donda album.
Lol I love this reaction. Donda at soldier field was crazy; best way to experience the album
Thanks. That must have been quite the show!
This song (and video) is a masterpiece. Kanye is a musical genius. As much as people may not like him as a person, as an artist you can’t deny how talented he is. Definitely check out more from Kanye. I recommend ‘24’ which is from the same album that Come to Life is, his latest album Donda.
some great kanye songs -
POWER - probobaly the greatest kanye song - from his album My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantacy
Runaway - top 5 kanye song for sure, he dropped this after the taylor swift incident like it was meant to be an apology track and ended up on My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantacy
Ultralight Beam
Hey mama - one of the saddest kanye songs now
Jesus Walks - this is from his first album, he has been religious his whole life but only now getting deeper into more religious themes in his music
Roses - if you like good lyrics good storytelling this is the one for u
street lights - this is a good one too from his album 808s and heartbreak, that album literally influenced the next generation of hip hop
all of the lights - is great too from My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantacy
runaway isnt an apology
Thanks for the list of songs! We'll pass them along to Perry.
@@samhammed8013 ohh okay mabye im wrong it's something to do with the Taylor thing
@@samhammed8013 it’s a sort of apology. If you listen to the 7 minute version his vocals are distorted at the end when he’s reciting his verse and it’s interpreting how the public takes his words. It’s sort of an apology and acceptance
Come To Life is an amazing song!
Wait! Kanye West’s Short film on his album is perfect for you guys. Directed by him and all songs from his MBDTF album.
I love this 😂 y’all are too cool for giving Donda a listen
U already know this channel is gonna blow up this year. Glad im here to witness it
That would be awesome. Thanks for watching!
These guys are gonna be the big reaction channel - quote me on it.
Here's a list of some recommendations:
- 1985 by Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist;
- Barefoot In The Park by James Blake & Rosalia (also, If The Car Besides You Moves Ahead);
- Honestly anything from IGOR or Flower Boy by Tyler, the Creator (his music videos are amazing as well);
- Everything Is Recorded by Everything Is Recorded feat. Sampha;
- Television by IDLES;
- Fazers OR Fancy Clown by MF DOOM;
- Baby by J Dilla;
- 90210 AND/OR Nightcrawler by Travis Scott;
- Small Worlds by Mac Miller;
- Wild Time by Weyes Blood.
That's a pretty exhaustive list but I'm keen to see what you guys post!
good news is a good one for mac miller too
Thanks! Really appreciate you watching and all the song suggestions. We've never heard of any of those so that's awesome!
+ Bon Iver, Bon Iver by Bon Iver
Good but wont be able to compete with lost in vegas. Those dudes arent going away, their energy and cohesiveness is off the charts. And thats no knock on these dudes, they are really good too
Great video. These old timers definitely know music and media y’all just gained a sub
Thanks for the sub! Appreciate it!
Something that makes Kanye unique from most other rappers and singers is that he makes the the music and beats behind his music himself, so not only does he express himself through his lyrics and performance but the music itself too
That's a lot of talent!
Kanye’s fan base is an amazing audience. I recommend Only one by Kanye west and Paul McCartney. It’s a tribute to North West and sung from the perspective of his late mother Donda West.
This is my official In my top Kanye songs
The craziest part is the entire music video was shot live, one take
mad when she home, sad when she gone. 😔
This video is edited footage from one of his live concerts that he did in preparation for the release of the album. The woman in the wedding dress is actually Kim, which has people speculating on whether or not they're trying to fix things. The major themes of the album are his dead mother, his divorce, and religion.
That totally explains the "look" of the footage. Thanks man!
I was there..on Soldier Field as a performer..it was amazing!🔥🔥🔥
What a great memory for you Eron. Thanks for watching!
Also, videos of people with higher ages reacting to rap videos get A LOT of views. I really encourage you guys to do this more often and y’all will 100% see your channel grow.
Thanks Eduardo, we've been doing more of it so check out some of our latest and stay tuned for more!
This is fantastic! Please keep reacting to kanye, we all love it and we love the open mindedness you guys had although you had some predetermined opinions on Kanye, it’s cool you were able to put that aside and enjoy the music. He’s truly a creative genius and although he’s a bit much sometimes, his musical talent is undeniable.
Thank you!
This was shot live during one of the album listening parties
Suggestion: This is the first time Ive seen you guys. I don’t really know which genre of music you guys typically do reviews on, but if y’all start doing reactions to rap videos, your channel will really grow. It has a huge audience and this comment section has offered good suggestions for music videos to look at. Loved the video and hope the best for y’all!!!
Awesome! Thank you so much for the suggestion and, of course, for watching!
I think the magic of the video has a lot to with it being a live performance and still, the video team and audio team, as well as the performers getting it perfect. This is probably my favorite song on Donda, its so uplifting and triumphant whereas most songs about the same things would be depressing or self destructive. The chords and keys are *chefs kiss*. All these things are just a mirror on kanyes artistry over the last 20 years, man never settles for less.
thanks for the reaction
Keep the videos coming guys, love your in-depth reviews and opinions. Let’s get more subscriptions to 1 million !
Thanks! New videos drop every Tuesday and Friday. And we would LOVE to get to 1M subs!
Awesome reaction! Gained a sub. Also he said "uncle right back in the pen (jail) tell me how aunty been. Describing the situations ppl go through when having problems/challenges. He & Kim are big on prison reform also I think it's intentionally open for interpretation. Great job! Looking forward to more videos.👍
Thanks! Appreciate you watching and for the info!
This song hits different
Y’all just got a new sub keep up the good work
Thanks for the sub! Appreciate it!
If you guys liked that, another quite similar, very underrated, 9 minute emotional piece by Kanye is Pinocchio's Story, especially his 2015 hollywood bowl performance of it. He poured his heart and soul just everything into that one.
i love this
Beautiful
Pretty awesome song/video!
I was at the donda show in Chicago in August they shot this video at. Had no idea they were going to turn it into a video. This was the craziest part of the show
the best reaction to this song iv heard.
I loved this reaction, you guys are very open minded and caught a lot of what he was trying to portray I subbed
Thanks and welcome aboard!
I think most of Kanye’s music videos are amazing. There is some outlandish ones but even those I Love.
I dunno man, that song with lil pump was so bad.
@@Jbayz we don’t talk about that one…
well this one isn't really even a music video it's literally just clips from his listening party
You guys would really enjoy runaway or Jesus lord. This song always brings a tear to my eye too.
I interpreted going back to the pen as in the penitentiary. Especially where the first song in the album he says “guess who goin to jail tonight.”
I like your interpretation about it being writing though. Another take I didn’t consider.
Great video!
Thanks for watching!
He made that video LIVE in Chicago (Where he is from) at his Album listening party! I was there and saw him literally on fire! He’s a true genius
This music video was incredible
Very cool. It’s not everyday you get to see new listeners who appreciate Kanye’s music. I’d love it if you guys reacted to pure souls off of his recent donda album
Being our age, just about everything is new to us!
I loved this reaction. I am a diehard Kanye fan and I love to see people discover his music. Although he has had some outburst and unpopular opinions he truly is a musical/creative genius. It was nice to see you come in with no pre judgements and really react to the video. You've gained a new fan here!
Thanks, Derrick! We love having you here!
I've never appreciated this song like I do now.
That is so nice, thank you Max.
It's a masterpiece
One thing about Kanye... He's a very very passionate person to what he believes in. As you guys said what he did to Taylor Swift... For the average person, if we really thought someone was better, we'd shut up and go about our day. This dude's passion for music and what he believes, wouldn't let him shut up lol. Definitely wasn't right, but that's Kanye... He gonna tell it like it is. As for his music... He's top tier. Musical genius. While he does have his issues, when it comes to music and production, there is none other like him. Literally all his albums are golden! When I first heard Life Of Pablo, I didn't like it at all... No lie, it be on repeat now. It's one of my favorites from him. I went to his yezus concert here in Oakland, some years ago and I was in heaven. My two favorite... Kendrick Lamar and Kanye. They know how to throw a concert! Check out Kendrick Lamar - Good Kid Mad City album! Y'all won't be disappointed. It paints a picture while it tells a story!
i feel like him being engulfed in flames symbolizes rebirth as a better and new person. That's what I've been thinking after seeing it.
He says “Uncle right back to the pen”