The Japanese version of this song has much darker lyrics. The English version is kinda a dumbed down version of the song. Also, for a first reaction for BABYMETAL I recommended “Headbanger” from the Legend 1997 show.
Great reaction! I'd vote for Headbanger Legend 1997 as well (always a great start into your BM adventure), but if he's never listened to metal before maybe a slightly less "metaly" song like "Yava!", "Awadama Fever" or "Pa Pa Ya might be more of his liking.
Good reaction and welcome back to BABYMETAL, its been a while. As CrypticMisery said, this isn't a direct translation from the original Japanese version. They got someone in to write completely new English lyrics (possibly to try to pander to the American market, who knows) and they don't really flow quite so well - and the choreo is for the Japanese version too. The original is about being taken down to hell in a lift (elevator) to be tortured with needles for 2000 years, the English version is about life's ups and downs. Its not a bad song, but I think very few fans have 'Elevator Girl' high on their favourites list. So for your mate's first listen to BABYMETAL/metal ... again I think I agree with CrypticMisery, 'Headbanger' from Legend 1997 (December 2013, Su-metal's 16th birthday party) - TH-cam is deleting posts with links at the moment so just search for "BabyMetal Legend of 1997 Headbanger" and you should get the best quality version. Make sure he watches for the crowd and right to the end of the performance.
I would not think "pander" is the right word. I would say it was an attempt to broaden their fan base to more English speaking fans who might not have other-wise given them a chance due to the different language.
Nice reaction. For your friend since he's a rapper, maybe BxMxC? Although as others already mentioned, Headbanger and Road of Resistance would also be good choices.
Been a while, mate :) . Babymetal first listen? Many started interest with GIMME CHOCO. I started with DOKI DOKI MORNING. Recently, many fall instantly for BxMxC. Hard to say tho, different people likes their metal differently.
The Japanese version has more interesting lyrics, but I think the music is fantastic either way. Elevator Girl was my favourite of the songs they debuted on the 2018 tour (the others being Distortion and Kagerou) mostly because of that low-down dirty bass. The song is just a short, fast blast of energy. The choreography is cool too. Anyway, great reaction. You missed Babymetal when they toured Europe (and played four dates in the UK) at the start of 2020. They'll be back when COVID is eradicated or under control. But yeah, tickets can sell out quickly, so don't miss out. A Babymetal show is a show like no other. Cheers!
Some advice about BABYMETAL reactions: tl;dr: Don't use compilations for BABYMETAL, we have a better solution. Please don't rely solely on videos that are on TH-cam (mainly compilations); they're not meant to be used for reactions as the mix of concerts and generally bad editing can make it confusing for those new to BABYMETAL. Also, you won't get the full BABYMETAL experience with these. Some people think they are safer for reactions, but they're not. They may get past the bot initially, but you still stand the chance of your video being blocked later and the possibility of having copyright strikes. Some fans made a selection of "best" performances for each song; I would suggest using it for future BABYMETAL reactions. Here is the link : docs.google.com/document/d/1DqPsavocgGvCyZfUHvrkgJ5KZMaMkmMgjy2UxNNG96E/edit# You should note though, that your video will almost definitely be blocked if these are included in your video and that you will need to do what we call "link & sync". It's very easy and made easier with the help of Reactor Hub, a tool made for helping avoid blocks etc. We made a short tutorial on how to use it : drive.google.com/open?id=1X6hN2BdyKzFmVN9XMEo2M89hsKY0B-bnnHRVVMNY13w Using that you are safe from blocked videos and even future copyright strikes, since no copyright material is included in your video :). There is even a discord for Reactor Hub if you need any help discord.gg/cPrSypT. I'm hoping you will have fun with BABYMETAL in future reactions :).
Great reaction I also recommend for your friend headbanger legend 1997
Nice video thx.
Best video to show is always Road of Resistance
The Japanese version of this song has much darker lyrics. The English version is kinda a dumbed down version of the song.
Also, for a first reaction for BABYMETAL I recommended “Headbanger” from the Legend 1997 show.
That song was a lot of fun...
Great reaction! I'd vote for Headbanger Legend 1997 as well (always a great start into your BM adventure), but if he's never listened to metal before maybe a slightly less "metaly" song like "Yava!", "Awadama Fever" or "Pa Pa Ya might be more of his liking.
Good reaction and welcome back to BABYMETAL, its been a while. As CrypticMisery said, this isn't a direct translation from the original Japanese version. They got someone in to write completely new English lyrics (possibly to try to pander to the American market, who knows) and they don't really flow quite so well - and the choreo is for the Japanese version too.
The original is about being taken down to hell in a lift (elevator) to be tortured with needles for 2000 years, the English version is about life's ups and downs.
Its not a bad song, but I think very few fans have 'Elevator Girl' high on their favourites list.
So for your mate's first listen to BABYMETAL/metal ... again I think I agree with CrypticMisery, 'Headbanger' from Legend 1997 (December 2013, Su-metal's 16th birthday party) - TH-cam is deleting posts with links at the moment so just search for "BabyMetal Legend of 1997 Headbanger" and you should get the best quality version. Make sure he watches for the crowd and right to the end of the performance.
I would not think "pander" is the right word. I would say it was an attempt to broaden their fan base to more English speaking fans who might not have other-wise given them a chance due to the different language.
@@X1xone That is pretty much what I meant, but I didn't want to do one of my usual walls of text.
Surprisingly this was a #1 hit in the metal charts in Sweden when it was released! :) Sweden is very conservative when it comes to metal.
You missed them last year in the U.K. Played Glasgow, Cardiff, Manchester and London in the February
Awesome reaction. BabyMetal owns whatever music genre they wish.
Nice reaction. For your friend since he's a rapper, maybe BxMxC? Although as others already mentioned, Headbanger and Road of Resistance would also be good choices.
Look forward to your friends reaction Headbangèr or Road of Resistance or with him being a rap fan B×M×C 🤘🦊🤘
Good reaction and congrats on the book!
Perhaps "Papaya", when the Thai rapper F. Hero comes in, it's definitely a surprise.
🤘🏻🦊🤘🏻
Great reaction!!
I listen to a lot of Japanese music because of the language and also because of the genre mixing
Been a while, mate :) . Babymetal first listen? Many started interest with GIMME CHOCO. I started with DOKI DOKI MORNING. Recently, many fall instantly for BxMxC. Hard to say tho, different people likes their metal differently.
The Japanese version has more interesting lyrics, but I think the music is fantastic either way. Elevator Girl was my favourite of the songs they debuted on the 2018 tour (the others being Distortion and Kagerou) mostly because of that low-down dirty bass. The song is just a short, fast blast of energy. The choreography is cool too. Anyway, great reaction. You missed Babymetal when they toured Europe (and played four dates in the UK) at the start of 2020. They'll be back when COVID is eradicated or under control. But yeah, tickets can sell out quickly, so don't miss out. A Babymetal show is a show like no other. Cheers!
Hopefully we get to go!! Thanks so much for the info
Some advice about BABYMETAL reactions:
tl;dr: Don't use compilations for BABYMETAL, we have a better solution.
Please don't rely solely on videos that are on TH-cam (mainly compilations); they're not meant to be used for reactions as the mix of concerts and generally bad editing can make it confusing for those new to BABYMETAL. Also, you won't get the full BABYMETAL experience with these. Some people think they are safer for reactions, but they're not. They may get past the bot initially, but you still stand the chance of your video being blocked later and the possibility of having copyright strikes.
Some fans made a selection of "best" performances for each song; I would suggest using it for future BABYMETAL reactions. Here is the link : docs.google.com/document/d/1DqPsavocgGvCyZfUHvrkgJ5KZMaMkmMgjy2UxNNG96E/edit#
You should note though, that your video will almost definitely be blocked if these are included in your video and that you will need to do what we call "link & sync". It's very easy and made easier with the help of Reactor Hub, a tool made for helping avoid blocks etc. We made a short tutorial on how to use it : drive.google.com/open?id=1X6hN2BdyKzFmVN9XMEo2M89hsKY0B-bnnHRVVMNY13w
Using that you are safe from blocked videos and even future copyright strikes, since no copyright material is included in your video :).
There is even a discord for Reactor Hub if you need any help discord.gg/cPrSypT.
I'm hoping you will have fun with BABYMETAL in future reactions :).
Japanese version is better IMO, also have your friend check out Headbanger legend 1997
Not a fan of the English version tbh - and Su's "english" is really "American" - which kinda throws me hearing it