I’m from Northern Ireland and my generation thought the conflict was something our parents and grandparents had to endure, we thought it was behind us. When I was 18 my friends were attacked in Belfast and the youngest one died, a few days from 16 years old. The men who stabbed my friends didn’t know them, it was a maniacal hatred that cannot be justified or understood. This song is powerful for the regret those us who grew up surrounded by The Troubles feel, our powerlessness and frustration at it all, and he lives lost.
Kautily a If you aren’t from Ireland or Britain I wouldn’t expect you to know but your use of the shocked emoji suggest you know of the troubles and are shocked to learn the song is about the troubles, if you indeed know about the troubles then you clearly haven’t been paying attention to the song or video ever if this surprises you
@@eirebhoy132 yea i am from India and even though I knew that the song is about the war I still wasn't aware that its about the specific conflict.. good to know that.
Irish/British? As Shan G pointed out we call it "The troubles" espescially as a significant number of Irish consider themselves "British". I understand the history of these Islands is complex and sometimes confusing to an outsider but then it can be for natives too. Peace to all.
This song always makes me tear up. Partly because of her voice, partly because of the story and the sadness around that war in Ireland, and of course in recent years the loss of this amazing singer Dolores O'Riorden.
@@kenmannagh7788 and in England of course but you forgot to mention that i noticed... they would be no so called terrorist if England stopped invadeing countries like Ireland and give back the countrys to the natives of that country that would be reasonable thing to do no.?
@@RushfanUK yea and no it was written with a focus on the overall conflict and how stupid it was, between both sides regardless of views it cost the lives of many mostly civilians.
In Dolores own words.....it was about bombings and that Anyone could have died...and the deaths of the 12 and 3 year old boys touched her enough to write a song about the Troubles and bring pressure to stop the violence
simgorm As if throughout all the years of conflict they would just pick out that one instance. That makes not one ounce of sense. I think maybe that was mentioned in an interview or something and you corrupted in your own mind into it being all they were singing about. As if the other thousands of deaths in mainline Ireland didn’t matter to them
Its absolutely posible, i go to Los Angeles last year, and the only thing that was sound in every street was reggaeton, maluma, J balvin and all that bullshit
It just sort of makes you realize how little he has really dabbled in when it comes to rock music. Putting a timeline to what he enjoys and doesn’t probably isn’t that easy if he really has been coming in completely blind to the rock/metal world. Forming strong opinions on entire generations after listening to a handful of songs is basically impossible. The truth is, in my experience, the 90s were absolutely dominated by rock/alternative music, so much so, I don’t think it will ever happen again. Rap wasn’t really mainstream and respected in the way it was now for much of the 90s and there seems to be so many different unique styles out there now, it’s tough to stamp stuff with a label anymore. Sure there were the spice girls, backstreet boys, Ricky Martin and the lot of pop and boy/girl bands, but there were an infinite amount of chart topping rock bands throughout the years. Early 90s with the grunge movement and mid-90s with a little more straight-forward power chord rock songs with the catchy hooks (like bush and foo fighters) and the late 90s with some of the bands like incubus, staind, korn and even the Chili peppers making a huge comeback. And sprinkle in between a whole hell of a ton of random bands like Radiohead, nine inch nails, collective soul, Radiohead, silverchair, deftones, rage, the offspring, tool, Weezer all throughout the decade. Those are just recognizable names, there were so many bands and songs then, you could really go on and on.
@Cobb Knobbler Really? You couldn't just scroll by? You just HAD to voice an opinion no one wanted to hear and prove to the world that you're an asshole? Do you walk into a kids birthday party and take a shit on the cake too? Must be sad being that pathetic.
@@aniketdesai7499 Bro yes it was. Weezer, Smashing Pumpkins, Counting Crows, Nine Inch Nails etc. I am sure people in the 80's said the same thing about hair metal when it came out.
He grew up in the era of nu-metal. Ain't nothing wrong with it. I grew up in the days of Suicidal Tendencies, Primus, Smashing Pumpkins, Stone Temple Pilots, Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and so Portishead.
To be an Irish teen into this scene and fed up hearing about U2 (not that they weren't great but, I was an Ansty teen) to have Delores and the cranberries burst out singing about MY world (I grew up in a border county and spent a LOT of time in the North), MY country, OUR lives was mind blowing to me and really impacted my teen life ! RIP Delores, there will never be another like you for me 🤟
Lelly T I remember visiting and staying with family in Cavan during the mid and late 80s. The ‘troubles’ were palpable, especially when heading into the north. I’m also a big fan of U2 (especially the performance recorded on Rattle and Hum the day of the Enniskillen bombing) but understand your point about over exposure and am glad other groups connected with you. Peace.
@@michaeloreilly2533 big fan of U2 also, but by the early to mid nineties they had stopped writing overtly about the Troubles like Sunday Bloody Sunday and had become more oblique like Love is Blindness, so I can see where teenagers wouldn't feel the same connection to the rage filled anti-war songs.
@@rivertam7827 I completely understand. I found my passion for their music waning after the release of The Joshua Tree. I'm not sure if this signifies a change in their creative direction or the fact that coincides with the timing of my graduation from university. I'm also happy to say the Easter Agreement significantly moved the peace process forward which alleviated the need for some of these songs.
@@nudal9993 I did miss out until your comment. I just checked out the outcast and really like their sound. Thanks for turning me into them. I should also mention I’m a big fan of the Cranberries and love how Dolores would incorporate keening into so much of their music.
@ I was really young and living in Alaska at the time. This was the first time I'd seen the video. I had grown up hearing it on the radio. I know the history of the country now, but had never connected this song to it.
@@ronaldboers8061 Yeah that make sense, thanks. So, I guess then it makes it a timeless song, since we are living in the time of mindless cruelty/war happening all over the world. Anyway, love her vocal and this song. Dig the lead singer of Jinjer too. 🤟
For someone who didn't experience that time, or grow up with that music it's hard to put into context. I think he's just trying to wrap his head around that stuff.
@@johnsnider2956 Tool, Pantera, Korn, Slipknot, Pearl Jam, Nirvana, Alice in Chains, Soundgarden, etc etc. The list goes on and on. And he has reacted to and loved a lot of songs from that era. And he claims the music in the 90's was "okay". He knows better than that. He just said something dumb. I'm not mad. It just threw me way off.
He also said "The Wasp" had some music in the 90's. I dont know if he means the band W.A.S.P. or what. I mean, technically he's right. Although, W.A.S.P. is predominantly an 80's hair metal band.
The thing is that if you aren't Irish you're absolutely not gonna know exactly what it's about. But the beauty of it is that the main theme of it is universal and you really don't need to know the Irish side of it to appreciate the message. I was 11 when it came out, and I liked the song without having any idea , because it's music and the most important thing is the music. :)
@@kw1213 as a scot from glasgow born into the orange side i know of the struggle.. gladly even though we have secterian problems we have catholic friends and family.. i myself married a beautiful catholic girl...i wish this guy would actually listen to the lyrics.. them he may understand
To kill or be killed over what kind of Christian you are is sad and a bit mental. Humanity has a long way to go yet. Love and miss this talent, thankful she lives on through song.
To understand the song you have to understand the fight ..Not just guns and bombs But the struggle of both sides Each has a story. Each has lost someone My Father left N Ireland to start a better life in Canada And sent money home to my Grandmother Whom stopped in a store in England to buy me toys and candies for christmas on the stop over to Canada ..As she left that store 10 mins later it expolded A message from the IRA 6 months later she moved to Canada with us I remember dad coming home from a english pub Where someone had heard his accent and said Oh your Irish ? Then went on about the things in Ireland Dad had told the guy : Look I'm sure your a really nice person We can chat about anything you want long as it has nothing to do with Ireland I'm Canadian now I could care less about what go's on in Ireland I had my fill of it Dad was happy being in Canada And thrilled to be able to get his mother in Canada 1 year after Grandmother came here Dad passed away from a heart attack in Dec of 84' He never got to see the change in Ireland Sadly Dolores O'Riordan also had a home in Canada not far from me she passed away from drowning in 2018 Her songs help put light on Ireland And made people think Much like the Irish band U2 and "Sunday Bloody Sunday"
The Great Dolores O’Riordan had an impeccably distinct voice. By playing her music,...you’re honoring all her great work 🙏Thank you! She is the best! Always
Hi Sherrie, have you heard the new album.? It's like their old style 90's sound again, sadly it's the last album they will ever release with Dolores. 😞
The hard notes that are high pitched then deep are a firm of Gaelic keening, an expression of the mourning she feels for the two boys, and many other innocent people killed, that influenced her.
@@markstill8258 thanks for letting me know...i was thinking they were just capitalizing off her song but that's pretty cool to know they did that for her and now I will give the cover a chance.
It's far better. I've always hated this chick's voice. Ruins the song for me. Great instrumentals, horrible vocals. Reminds me of Alanis Morrissette, who is God awful in her own right.
Chris Lyne my Ma was born in NI, emigrated to Australia as a kid, and so much of my family is still there. I have to say, for the first time since 2005 when the arms treaty happened, I’m nervous that things might flare up again due to Brexit and all the fall out. Crossing everything for everyone’s continued peace x
Dave the Rave ah, beautiful Derry ☺️ My family are dotted all around Antrim (we’re Glenns, so OF COURSE, lol), except for one or two in County Down - the younger ones are mostly in Belfast. My Mum was born in Larne, I have family still there as well as in the more rural areas and some in Ballynahinch as well.
This shouldn't be news to any of us but none of us are getting out of here alive. Hell if we don't know by now that drugs and/or alcohol can cause death then can we ever evolve? Even the first time.
Whilst the Warrington bombing sparked her to write this it was about the troubles in Northern Ireland which had gone on for decades which have since been resolved. Its about killing and terrorism. The father of one of the boys publicly thanked her. She was also saying just because she is Irish she didn't agree with the violence. She was due to collaborate with Heavy band Bad Wolves which is why she was in London. Recording was due to start the day she was found dead. The Bad Wolves went ahead recording it as a tribute to her. They donated the Royalties to her three kids it's a powerful song. She will be sadly missed.
RIP Dolores....she had such a kick ass voice...this song was in protests to the fight that was going on in Ireland....great song and reaction.. keep up the good work my fry
That is Deloris O'Riorden, very distinctive voice, saddly she passed away not too long ago, but will always be remembered as a great folk singer and heavy activist. Much love and respect!! Another great song if thiers, Cranberries- Dreams!
It happened in my home town of Warrington, there is now a memorial in the town centre where it happened. They also have the peace centre that I think the parents of the two boys helped to design
Delores O'Riordan was a truly talented vocalist, and she is greatly missed by her many friends and fans worldwide. With that being said, most of the music from The Cranberries is much softer. It was one of my favorite bands back in the early to mid 90's, partially because of their message, but mostly Her strong Irish voice! R.I.P. Delores O'Riordan!
The problem with the late 80's were the Glam/Hair Metal bands that made Rock (Metal) into Pop Music, and Rock was designed to be music against the system and less music for the masses only talking about Sex, Drugs and Rock & Roll... but with Grunge and Alternative Rock the whole genre came back to the origins, unfortunately Rock hadn't make a new big revolution like it 90's, because now Hip Hop is "the new Rock n Roll", and even though I'm not a huge Kanye fan (the guy is a complete douche), the guy has the reason till some point, but know Hip Hop is on its Glam metal phase which is called: Trap/Mumble Rap, I really hope Hip Hop to come back to its origins as soon as possible!!!
Definitely, but you should also check out Beth Roars. She's a vocal coach who has a very analytical but openminded approach, and her commentary is so interesting. Even singers that we consider to be anti-classical/anti-technique have their own vocal style and techniques they use. If you're interested in grunge, her videos on Soundgarden or Alice in Chains (especially Love Hate Love) are great
Why the hell are you comparing Asmr to Music, ASMR is to calm the nerves from the use of relaxing sounds like tapping and whispering, while music is for enjoyment of multiple sounds at once with at times vocals added
Hello from London Derry north Ireland! I want to say thank you for watching a monumental song for our generation! I managed to live through it all and I'm so proud to be Irish!!! RIP Dolores!!! Thank you so much God bless.
Okay first off The Cranberries kicked ass in the 90s I don't know how young you are I'm glad you like the song but zombie was pivotal to the revolution in her hometown
She she a unique sound and her Irish accent came through in everything she sang. The cranberries were the diamond in the pile of shit that was 90s music. This song is about the English occupation of northern Ireland
I can't hear her without almost breaking down to tears. Such a loss , a beautiful voice and soul gone too soon. RIP Deloris O'Rourk. We will always love you
It's the same old theme Since nineteen-sixteen In your head, in your head, they're still fighting With their tanks, and their bombs And their bombs, and their guns In your head, in your head, they are dying goosebumps
To be fair when I heard the 1916 line when I first listened to this I thought this was about World War I because that’s when World War I started. But someone told me it’s about the Irish wars with England and all the fighting between them
@@thenuclearreactor9334 WW1 starter in 1914 finished 1918. Not BN a history Nazi but we had the Easter Rebellion in 1916 here in Dublin, then more oppression and Wars, we nearly got our self governing dream now only 6 counties under the imperial yoke, in Northern Ireland. And this song was made at the first truce in the early nineties witch lead to the Good Friday agreement peace Dublin Ireland PS Brexit might bring to a whole Island war so back 100 yrs again
These are the scenes of my youth - I grew up and still live in N. Ireland. The army was everywhere, machine guns were a non-remarkable thing cos they were an every day sight. Our so-called 'peace' is still very fragile. Thank you for reacting to this, and R.I.P. Delores for giving us this song💔....it is part of our history and 'The Troubles'. It's message is overwhelming powerful.
Oompa Loompa 90s rock is the child of 70s rock. 90s rock may not be as good as 70s but it’s still great. You’d have thought that this pattern would mean that 2010’s rock would also be great; but, sadly, not.
No the 80s were the best. Just because the music video scene just arrived and pushed everything. In the 90s especially late 90s music was already a commodity without emotional values.
With this song in particular, you really DO have to listen to the whole song, and understand the story behind the song, to truly appreciate the poignancy and feel the pathos of the lyrics, as well as appreciate its stunning musicality and Dolores’s incredibly amazing and unique voice.
Damian L Whelan Good point! I’ve no idea why I wrote “Deirdre”, other than perhaps cognitive decline! I’ve just edited it, and thank you for letting me know. 🙂🙏🏼
Agreed. It's a song about surving then emotionally processing a history of oppression, and I think it's a theme a lot of African Americans can identify with.
@@Wiley_Coyote eh, not so much. It's more about the futility of trying to fight a war because of history long since gone; about causing suffering and pain and loss and death because of unthinking loyalty to a cause. The song is not about Catholic/Republican oppression; it attacks both the Nationalist and Loyalist sides for their utter stupidity.
It is surprising how many people think this song is about oppression when it is about fighting a rebellion that took place more than 75 years before this song was written. "In your head they are still fighting" should be a clue.
RIP Dolores💜 Now you have to do Bad Wolves cover of Zombie. Dolores was to sing in the song but died the day of recording of song with Bad Wolves.1-15-18 i think ✌😎💨🎵☁🎶☁
Cranberries are the best group ever. She sings from the heart and tells us about the troubles in Ireland, and how it affected the innocent people who lost their lives. Dolores has an amazing voice and its so sad we will never hear her again, but her words and work lives on.
I was talking to my wife about it, for someone from the 70's the 90's rock was ok, but to us from the 90's it was great, and the 2000's was ok, it is a generation perspective and a taste opinion
Since you love female voice in Rock music, you should definitely listen or do a reaction on Heart, it's a band with two sisters vocals and they have many good songs from the 80s. You can start with "These Dream", "Barracuda", "All I Wanna Do is Making To You", and "Alone".
Yeah man, Barracuda - quite possibly the best female lead vocal in the history of rock and roll. Ann is simply awesome. This dude will most definitely dig it, hold onnn brrrrrrraaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!
I've been listening to Heart from the jump as a kid. My parents loved them. Since the 70's. Ann Wilson is an outstanding vocalist n Nancy Wilson is a beast on her guitar n beautiful vocalist as well. Seen them many times in concert. Their on tour now!
She will forever be the voice for my soul. "A strange blend of shyness, pride and conceit, and stubborn refusal to bow in defeat...." A small excerpt from "Irish She is". Such a beautiful poem.
I still cry every time when I listen to this song. Growing up I didn't know what the lyrics meant. I was aware of all the fighting but not to what extent as I grew up it finally dawned on me what it's about 🙏
You can feel the anguish and pain of the entire nation of Ireland in this angel's voice...RIP Dolores!
Of the whole world!
Beautifully said!
What shit are you talking lolnl
RIP DOLORES. First time reactions are always exciting to see.
😔😔😔💔💔💔🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
You mean fake first reactors?
Another one that thinks everything is fake.
@@johnstratos9336 I looked at your page . A clownfish video....... Relative of yours ?
@death21metal 😂😂😂💀💯
After all these years, and this song still gives me the goosebumps every time.
I was thinking the same. As a grownup the msg is really powerful. Something missed as a kid.
Agonia same 😭
Let's hope the reasons for its creation don't come back. Especially with this Brexit shite.
Oh My God.. I KNOW!!!!!!
Same here.
If you ever wanted to know what an angel screaming in pain sounds like, it's Dolores O' Riordan's voice on Zombie.
The musical genius of The Cranberries! R.I.P. Dolores 🙏🏼
RIP Dolores. Such an amazing voice, one that will live on, thanks to reactors sharing it for those who never had a chance to listen to the Cranberries
They are still fighting in Ireland!!
RIP, the sublime Dolores O'Riordan. Listen to "Linger'.
Nita B oh absolutely. Such a talent and gone too soon.
Dreams is a good one as well.
'So cold in Ireland.' My personal favorite.
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Only react to Linger if you're prepared to weep on camera.
I’m from Northern Ireland and my generation thought the conflict was something our parents and grandparents had to endure, we thought it was behind us.
When I was 18 my friends were attacked in Belfast and the youngest one died, a few days from 16 years old. The men who stabbed my friends didn’t know them, it was a maniacal hatred that cannot be justified or understood. This song is powerful for the regret those us who grew up surrounded by The Troubles feel, our powerlessness and frustration at it all, and he lives lost.
Yeh it was a horrible time 😪😪
R.I.P. Dolores O'Riordan...🙏 A voice that can never be replaced.
@Felix Girouard Your mother, on Preston's reaction video you're here watching? oooooooooooooooooookay.
@Felix Girouard Also, tell them then how they murdered her.
Natalie Merchant comes pretty close
R.I.P. Dolores O'Riordan ♥️
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I am a 60 year old male, and there are times it still makes me cry. It is about the Irish/British conflict.
😮Didn't know that.. thanks Mr. Blackmore
It's referred to as "The Troubles" in Ireland.
Kautily a
If you aren’t from Ireland or Britain I wouldn’t expect you to know but your use of the shocked emoji suggest you know of the troubles and are shocked to learn the song is about the troubles, if you indeed know about the troubles then you clearly haven’t been paying attention to the song or video ever if this surprises you
@@eirebhoy132 yea i am from India and even though I knew that the song is about the war I still wasn't aware that its about the specific conflict.. good to know that.
Irish/British? As Shan G pointed out we call it "The troubles" espescially as a significant number of Irish consider themselves "British". I understand the history of these Islands is complex and sometimes confusing to an outsider but then it can be for natives too. Peace to all.
This song always makes me tear up. Partly because of her voice, partly because of the story and the sadness around that war in Ireland, and of course in recent years the loss of this amazing singer Dolores O'Riorden.
Though only recently coming to proper listening through reaction videos-same here, for same reasons and all at same time.
Terrorist so called war in .....Northern Ireland . Zombies = all terrorists North & South ( since 1916 ) she sings.
@@kenmannagh7788 and in England of course but you forgot to mention that i noticed... they would be no so called terrorist if England stopped invadeing countries like Ireland and give back the countrys to the natives of that country that would be reasonable thing to do no.?
rip Dolores
@@priscillamooney1 Love your reply, I always think if it was the USA and russia had new york would the resisters terrorists.
She was a great voice for the suffering in Northern Ireland. Great person and singer sad she isn't with us no more
Except Zombie was written about the IRA bombing in Warrington and deaths they caused.
@@RushfanUK yea and no it was written with a focus on the overall conflict and how stupid it was, between both sides regardless of views it cost the lives of many mostly civilians.
In Dolores own words.....it was about bombings and that Anyone could have died...and the deaths of the 12 and 3 year old boys touched her enough to write a song about the Troubles and bring pressure to stop the violence
simgorm As if throughout all the years of conflict they would just pick out that one instance. That makes not one ounce of sense. I think maybe that was mentioned in an interview or something and you corrupted in your own mind into it being all they were singing about. As if the other thousands of deaths in mainline Ireland didn’t matter to them
He has, it's part of the show
I can't believe you haven't heard this song. It's not possible.
Its absolutely posible, i go to Los Angeles last year, and the only thing that was sound in every street was reggaeton, maluma, J balvin and all that bullshit
firrst time for me, never heard of the band
@@obiohaz6023 jajaja no way José, are u a new born?
Of course hes heard it. Hes a millennial right? You couldnt avoid this song in the 90s. Maybe hes younger than I think though.
Le Loup I’m pretty sure people have heard of it through some form but not enough to actually really listen to it.
90’s music was alright? Come on my man! Easily one of the best decades of music, especially the early 90’s
Haha he doesn't realize TOOL came out in the 90s
Strangest comment from him. 90s rock was absolutely phenomenal
I totally agree! It was the last genuine decade where artists did what THEY wanted to do and screw everyone else! The last decade if real music!
He was born in the wrong Era...your mind should be Open to different music..90 was the BEST👍
It just sort of makes you realize how little he has really dabbled in when it comes to rock music. Putting a timeline to what he enjoys and doesn’t probably isn’t that easy if he really has been coming in completely blind to the rock/metal world. Forming strong opinions on entire generations after listening to a handful of songs is basically impossible. The truth is, in my experience, the 90s were absolutely dominated by rock/alternative music, so much so, I don’t think it will ever happen again. Rap wasn’t really mainstream and respected in the way it was now for much of the 90s and there seems to be so many different unique styles out there now, it’s tough to stamp stuff with a label anymore.
Sure there were the spice girls, backstreet boys, Ricky Martin and the lot of pop and boy/girl bands, but there were an infinite amount of chart topping rock bands throughout the years. Early 90s with the grunge movement and mid-90s with a little more straight-forward power chord rock songs with the catchy hooks (like bush and foo fighters) and the late 90s with some of the bands like incubus, staind, korn and even the Chili peppers making a huge comeback. And sprinkle in between a whole hell of a ton of random bands like Radiohead, nine inch nails, collective soul, Radiohead, silverchair, deftones, rage, the offspring, tool, Weezer all throughout the decade. Those are just recognizable names, there were so many bands and songs then, you could really go on and on.
The world lost a great singer and artist when she passed.
CJ true
Woah, super cool to see you react to this one. Zombie is definitely a classic.
Can you can tell me why? The chorus is the most annoying I think I ever heard.
Zes Zes Zes maybe because of the message in the lyrics. Or the technical skill Delores has in her vocals.
For a brief moment in time, an angel walked among us.
@Cobb Knobbler Really? You couldn't just scroll by?
You just HAD to voice an opinion no one wanted to hear and prove to the world that you're an asshole?
Do you walk into a kids birthday party and take a shit on the cake too?
Must be sad being that pathetic.
Decent?!? The 90s was an amazing decade for rock music.
No it wasnt. Boy Bands happen and it all change.
@@aniketdesai7499 Bro yes it was. Weezer, Smashing Pumpkins, Counting Crows, Nine Inch Nails etc. I am sure people in the 80's said the same thing about hair metal when it came out.
@@aniketdesai7499 So because boy bands got popular in the late 90s, it erased an entire decade of great rock music? lol
Aniket Desai Boy bands were in the last 3 years of the decade, 90s still kicked ass
He grew up in the era of nu-metal. Ain't nothing wrong with it. I grew up in the days of Suicidal Tendencies, Primus, Smashing Pumpkins, Stone Temple Pilots, Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and so Portishead.
To be an Irish teen into this scene and fed up hearing about U2 (not that they weren't great but, I was an Ansty teen) to have Delores and the cranberries burst out singing about MY world (I grew up in a border county and spent a LOT of time in the North), MY country, OUR lives was mind blowing to me and really impacted my teen life !
RIP Delores, there will never be another like you for me 🤟
Lelly T I remember visiting and staying with family in Cavan during the mid and late 80s. The ‘troubles’ were palpable, especially when heading into the north. I’m also a big fan of U2 (especially the performance recorded on Rattle and Hum the day of the Enniskillen bombing) but understand your point about over exposure and am glad other groups connected with you. Peace.
@@michaeloreilly2533 big fan of U2 also, but by the early to mid nineties they had stopped writing overtly about the Troubles like Sunday Bloody Sunday and had become more oblique like Love is Blindness, so I can see where teenagers wouldn't feel the same connection to the rage filled anti-war songs.
@@rivertam7827 I completely understand. I found my passion for their music waning after the release of The Joshua Tree. I'm not sure if this signifies a change in their creative direction or the fact that coincides with the timing of my graduation from university. I'm also happy to say the Easter Agreement significantly moved the peace process forward which alleviated the need for some of these songs.
@@michaeloreilly2533 SO you missed out on Stiff Little Fingers/ The Outcast / The Undertones
@@nudal9993 I did miss out until your comment. I just checked out the outcast and really like their sound. Thanks for turning me into them.
I should also mention I’m a big fan of the Cranberries and love how Dolores would incorporate keening into so much of their music.
When you know the context of northern Ireland( aka Ulster ), it give the song another level.
olivier Bourrée this is one of the saddest song ever.
@@xorcst i Know
There is some people that reads history, sad very sad song.
I had grown up with the song, but now I understand the context and it is so much more powerful.
@ I was really young and living in Alaska at the time. This was the first time I'd seen the video. I had grown up hearing it on the radio. I know the history of the country now, but had never connected this song to it.
Also this song is about The Troubles in Ireland. Specifically an IRA bombing in England that killed two children.
That's the emotion you hear.
Ty for the lesson. Seriously.
I thought it was for atrocities towards Irish people during the revolt era
@@samirparmar6741 You think wrong, I'm Irish and I know the meaning behind this song but I just can't say what that meaning is..
@@samirparmar6741 The song is not specifically against either side. It is about madness on both sides that keeps it going on like mindless zombies.
@@ronaldboers8061 Yeah that make sense, thanks. So, I guess then it makes it a timeless song, since we are living in the time of mindless cruelty/war happening all over the world. Anyway, love her vocal and this song. Dig the lead singer of Jinjer too. 🤟
I was Blessed to be a teenager in the 90's!!! Especially Grunge! What a time for music~ RIP Dolores~
It really was a great time. Sad that they're almost all gone now. But we still got Eddie left
Yes We Do love him
Same!
yesssss
I agree!!!!
Now I want to see an Irish farmer straight from the bog with his reaction to the Wu-Tang Clan C.R.E.A.M.
😂
Euro euro Bills yall
lol
That would be fucking great!
Belter 🤣🤣🤣🤣
the 90's had amazing rock music. most of the freshest stuff ever frankly.
Yeah. I dont know what the fuck he was talking about. Love him, but that shit was silly.
Nathan Rodriguez same!!! 90’s is known for its great rock music.
For someone who didn't experience that time, or grow up with that music it's hard to put into context. I think he's just trying to wrap his head around that stuff.
@@johnsnider2956 Tool, Pantera, Korn, Slipknot, Pearl Jam, Nirvana, Alice in Chains, Soundgarden, etc etc.
The list goes on and on. And he has reacted to and loved a lot of songs from that era. And he claims the music in the 90's was "okay". He knows better than that. He just said something dumb. I'm not mad. It just threw me way off.
He also said "The Wasp" had some music in the 90's. I dont know if he means the band W.A.S.P. or what. I mean, technically he's right. Although, W.A.S.P. is predominantly an 80's hair metal band.
The 90's was the golden era not just for hip/hop but for rock/metal also.
One of the best times for alternative music. Especially after following 80s rock
@holcroft1969 HAHA you're funny!
The 90’s was the Golden Era for everything. A beautiful snippet in time that I’m proud to have experienced
@Knowtheledge Thelastdayz 114 people disagree.
R I P Delores. That beautiful voice and artistry gone from us too too soon.
Diane Lynn YESSS
Dolores, DO-LO-RES. Thanks.
He appreciated the musicality of the song, but because he didn't get the political message, he missed so much about it.
wushhhhhhh straight over his head!
Yep
The thing is that if you aren't Irish you're absolutely not gonna know exactly what it's about. But the beauty of it is that the main theme of it is universal and you really don't need to know the Irish side of it to appreciate the message. I was 11 when it came out, and I liked the song without having any idea , because it's music and the most important thing is the music. :)
@@kw1213 as a scot from glasgow born into the orange side i know of the struggle.. gladly even though we have secterian problems we have catholic friends and family.. i myself married a beautiful catholic girl...i wish this guy would actually listen to the lyrics.. them he may understand
To kill or be killed over what kind of Christian you are is sad and a bit mental. Humanity has a long way to go yet. Love and miss this talent, thankful she lives on through song.
I love how they bring vintage Irish sound into the contemporary scene - even the nuances in her voice. Love love love it!!!!!
To understand the song you have to understand the fight ..Not just guns and bombs But the struggle of both sides Each has a story. Each has lost someone My Father left N Ireland to start a better life in Canada And sent money home to my Grandmother Whom stopped in a store in England to buy me toys and candies for christmas on the stop over to Canada ..As she left that store 10 mins later it expolded A message from the IRA 6 months later she moved to Canada with us
I remember dad coming home from a english pub Where someone had heard his accent and said Oh your Irish ? Then went on about the things in Ireland Dad had told the guy : Look I'm sure your a really nice person We can chat about anything you want long as it has nothing to do with Ireland I'm Canadian now I could care less about what go's on in Ireland I had my fill of it
Dad was happy being in Canada And thrilled to be able to get his mother in Canada 1 year after Grandmother came here Dad passed away from a heart attack in Dec of 84'
He never got to see the change in Ireland Sadly Dolores O'Riordan also had a home in Canada not far from me she passed away from drowning in 2018
Her songs help put light on Ireland And made people think Much like the Irish band U2 and "Sunday Bloody Sunday"
We're black in America trust me, we understand.
@@Z_The_Free_One Totally different kettle of fish.
@@Z_The_Free_One liberals are making you understand it
Unfortunately the peace has now been broken, oh well it was nice while it lasted.
@@tweetiepie551 Broken where?
For another song, I would recommend “Linger”
Hell yes
King.. Please do Linger!!!!
Do you have to let it Linger? Yeah, ya do 😅
How about Dreams. It's almost like relaxing music.
@@matthewdrake4385 any song off that album :-)
The Great Dolores O’Riordan had an impeccably distinct voice. By playing her music,...you’re honoring all her great work 🙏Thank you! She is the best! Always
Absolutely loved her voice. RIP Dolores, you are truly missed.
Good reaction Bro. Ridiculous Thoughts , by The Cranberries is another good tune. RIP Doloris O'Riordan....
Oh holy crap I love that song its amazing.
@kingKtf you should react to Zombies by Bad Wolves! Dolores was supposed to be in it but unfortunately she passed away.
Was going to suggest the same thing but thought I'd check the comments to see if anyone else had first. +1
@@Riven2319 me too man. get on it preston, its a sick cover!
Hell yea.
Give reaction to bad wolves remake. For her kids if nothing else. Her kids get the proceeds.
I don't like the Bad Wolves version at all. Name brand vs generic.
RIP Dolores. 😔 I'm so stoked you reacted to this. It's one of my favorite songs ever.
Hi Sherrie, have you heard the new album.? It's like their old style 90's sound again, sadly it's the last album they will ever release with Dolores. 😞
The hard notes that are high pitched then deep are a firm of Gaelic keening, an expression of the mourning she feels for the two boys, and many other innocent people killed, that influenced her.
Any Cranberries song is good. React to more of them.
Certain songs just send a chill up my spine. This is one of them. The music, the voice, they just draw you in. Good choice, bro.
As I read this the chorus kicked in and I felt that. I miss the 90's :,)
Bad Wolves does a cover of this song in tribute to Deloris ..it's fire too!
She was supposed to do a duet with them the week she died. They donated a lot of money from the cover to her kids.
@@markstill8258 thanks for letting me know...i was thinking they were just capitalizing off her song but that's pretty cool to know they did that for her and now I will give the cover a chance.
It's far better. I've always hated this chick's voice. Ruins the song for me. Great instrumentals, horrible vocals. Reminds me of Alanis Morrissette, who is God awful in her own right.
Deloris? lol...Dolores
@@BoricuaBoy88 to each their own,her voice is gold though.
Who lives this long without listening to the cranberries
Here's to a future of love and friendship. Let's not go backwards
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Chris Lyne my Ma was born in NI, emigrated to Australia as a kid, and so much of my family is still there. I have to say, for the first time since 2005 when the arms treaty happened, I’m nervous that things might flare up again due to Brexit and all the fall out. Crossing everything for everyone’s continued peace x
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@@reneepope-munro8115 which part of the North I myself hail from Derry
@ either fighting fucking or drinking or all 3
Dave the Rave ah, beautiful Derry ☺️ My family are dotted all around Antrim (we’re Glenns, so OF COURSE, lol), except for one or two in County Down - the younger ones are mostly in Belfast. My Mum was born in Larne, I have family still there as well as in the more rural areas and some in Ballynahinch as well.
Too many talented geniuses gone too soon. She was just wonderful, awe inspiring
This shouldn't be news to any of us but none of us are getting out of here alive. Hell if we don't know by now that drugs and/or alcohol can cause death then can we ever evolve? Even the first time.
RIP what a legend.....don't think we'll ever beat the 90's for most things.
Whilst the Warrington bombing sparked her to write this it was about the troubles in Northern Ireland which had gone on for decades which have since been resolved. Its about killing and terrorism. The father of one of the boys publicly thanked her. She was also saying just because she is Irish she didn't agree with the violence. She was due to collaborate with Heavy band Bad Wolves which is why she was in London. Recording was due to start the day she was found dead. The Bad Wolves went ahead recording it as a tribute to her. They donated the Royalties to her three kids it's a powerful song. She will be sadly missed.
RIP Dolores....she had such a kick ass voice...this song was in protests to the fight that was going on in Ireland....great song and reaction.. keep up the good work my fry
The fight that was going on in Ireland? Lol jesus man it wasn't a punch up on a saturday night
That is Deloris O'Riorden, very distinctive voice, saddly she passed away not too long ago, but will always be remembered as a great folk singer and heavy activist. Much love and respect!! Another great song if thiers, Cranberries- Dreams!
This is such a beautiful and powerful song, written to honor two young boys who had been killed the previous year in an IRA bombing.
SuperKato1K
Yeah, one was 12 & the other poor boy was only 3😭😭
It happened in my home town of Warrington, there is now a memorial in the town centre where it happened. They also have the peace centre that I think the parents of the two boys helped to design
Love the Cranberries....all their songs are great!!!
Can't believe we lost this beautiful woman.
Delores O'Riordan was a truly talented vocalist, and she is greatly missed by her many friends and fans worldwide. With that being said, most of the music from The Cranberries is much softer. It was one of my favorite bands back in the early to mid 90's, partially because of their message, but mostly Her strong Irish voice! R.I.P. Delores O'Riordan!
The 90's saved rock from the power ballad.
Aww, I love power ballads.
You do know some of the biggest power ballads were released in the 90s right?
The problem with the late 80's were the Glam/Hair Metal bands that made Rock (Metal) into Pop Music, and Rock was designed to be music against the system and less music for the masses only talking about Sex, Drugs and Rock & Roll... but with Grunge and Alternative Rock the whole genre came back to the origins, unfortunately Rock hadn't make a new big revolution like it 90's, because now Hip Hop is "the new Rock n Roll", and even though I'm not a huge Kanye fan (the guy is a complete douche), the guy has the reason till some point, but know Hip Hop is on its Glam metal phase which is called: Trap/Mumble Rap, I really hope Hip Hop to come back to its origins as soon as possible!!!
@@pavelm.gonzalez8608 Michael did you know there are a lot of different kinds of rock music
She's only seventeen..it's a song by winger
Her voice just reaches in and grabs your heart, knowing she’s gone makes the ache that much worse.
"I actually appreciate it that they didn't have that."
Our little boy Preston is all grown up :')
I watch alot of reaction channels. This is by far the best. Thanks for keeping an open mind man. 🤘🤘
Definitely, but you should also check out Beth Roars. She's a vocal coach who has a very analytical but openminded approach, and her commentary is so interesting. Even singers that we consider to be anti-classical/anti-technique have their own vocal style and techniques they use. If you're interested in grunge, her videos on Soundgarden or Alice in Chains (especially Love Hate Love) are great
Love love love this powerful ass song. They dont make songs like this anymore. Crazy because we need this kind of songwriting now as much as ever.
She had such a great voice ! Always loved her music !!! R. I. P. Be Missing you
Yea man they were great. My fav song of them. And "Linger" and "Salvation"
She had such an amazing voice. RIP!
This video is a classic !
She have the voice of a angel and the charisma of a true icon.
R.I.P. Dolores 💚
"You can feel the pain in the song". Well said King...
"Rock music in the 90s was decent"
Delores "Hold my whiskey".
sadly accurate. RIP Dolores
When you’re not from that era, it’s different.
He doesn't know..he only knows music when u need assistance from auto tune..born in 77 so I know 90's was the best era..
Yes cuz i love and her we gotta fight
Hold my rum
Once again, the best reactions channel period!! Great job again brother 👍👍♿♿👍👍👍 you're second to know one!!👍👍👍👍👍
She was a beautiful soul and I will miss her. She was a powerful voice for Ireland.
RIP, Dolores. great song choice
Why did she die?
She had one of the most beautiful voices out there. It cuts deep
R.I.P Dolores
Nice reaction as always.. You should react to Bombtrack by RATM.. preston plzzz
I'd like to see reactions to any (or all) of the tracks on Rage's first album, especially Wake Up, Bullet in the Head and Settle For Nothing.
RIP Dolores ORiordan . "May she be in heaven a half hour before the devil knows shes dead."
I'll toast to that as well. RIP
A great Irish toast for a truly great singer
I love that toast. RIP Dolores
Never heard that toast before. That's really nice.
Nowadays peeps watch A.S.M.R. for chills and tingles. Us 90s kids just listen to good music from our time.
Yup. I'm an 88 kid and grew up with this stuff
Truth
Well said! Where are the legends since the millennium?
This comment is a fact 🙌🙌🙌
Why the hell are you comparing Asmr to Music, ASMR is to calm the nerves from the use of relaxing sounds like tapping and whispering, while music is for enjoyment of multiple sounds at once with at times vocals added
Hello from London Derry north Ireland! I want to say thank you for watching a monumental song for our generation! I managed to live through it all and I'm so proud to be Irish!!! RIP Dolores!!! Thank you so much God bless.
Another song to try would be 'Ode To My Family' or 'Linger'. Two amazing songs, i remember listening to them as a child on the radio.
Great reaction to an amazing song. Check out the Bad Wolves cover (Music Vid) The circumstances around it are truly heartbreaking bro 👊
@ktf: if you like a female voices in a rock group, try lacuna coil... such an underrated band...
Okay first off The Cranberries kicked ass in the 90s I don't know how young you are I'm glad you like the song but zombie was pivotal to the revolution in her hometown
She she a unique sound and her Irish accent came through in everything she sang. The cranberries were the diamond in the pile of shit that was 90s music. This song is about the English occupation of northern Ireland
Up limerick 😎👍👍
Nah man I grew up in the 90s, good song as I get older , didn’t care at the time I was to busy partying and stuff 🤷🏻♂️
Give the guy a break, it's his first time listening to the song, he wouldn't know the meaning behind on his first listen.
@@johnreed9050 Nope. www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-42702781
I can't hear her without almost breaking down to tears. Such a loss , a beautiful voice and soul gone too soon. RIP Deloris O'Rourk. We will always love you
It's the same old theme
Since nineteen-sixteen
In your head, in your head, they're still fighting
With their tanks, and their bombs
And their bombs, and their guns
In your head, in your head, they are dying
goosebumps
Em McMullen
Too many don’t Pay Attention to the LYRICS of this very Real & Heartbreaking Song!!
To be fair when I heard the 1916 line when I first listened to this I thought this was about World War I because that’s when World War I started. But someone told me it’s about the Irish wars with England and all the fighting between them
@@thenuclearreactor9334 : WWI started in 1914.
@@thenuclearreactor9334 WW1 starter in 1914 finished 1918. Not BN a history Nazi but we had the Easter Rebellion in 1916 here in Dublin, then more oppression and Wars, we nearly got our self governing dream now only 6 counties under the imperial yoke, in Northern Ireland. And this song was made at the first truce in the early nineties witch lead to the Good Friday agreement peace Dublin Ireland PS Brexit might bring to a whole Island war so back 100 yrs again
Darren Carroll N.Ireland has been in talks with Ireland for almost two years to reunite.
Great song! Nice to see you appreciate her amazing voice. RIP Dolores.
"You don't need to hear the whole song to fall in love with it." Subscribed!
These are the scenes of my youth - I grew up and still live in N. Ireland. The army was everywhere, machine guns were a non-remarkable thing cos they were an every day sight. Our so-called 'peace' is still very fragile. Thank you for reacting to this, and R.I.P. Delores for giving us this song💔....it is part of our history and 'The Troubles'. It's message is overwhelming powerful.
Dope reaction KTP. 'Linger' is good choice for a Cranberries track. RIP Delores O'Riordan 🙏🏼
Any other song from her that u can recommend? Just wanna know an opinion, not a random and stupid list from Google algorithm XD
@@relvinisioyunior166 Linger and dreams are both good
I think we ALL can mutually agree that the 90's was the best thing that happened to ALL of us and it probably will never be repeated again !!!
😂😂😂who's the joker??
Oompa Loompa 90s rock is the child of 70s rock. 90s rock may not be as good as 70s but it’s still great. You’d have thought that this pattern would mean that 2010’s rock would also be great; but, sadly, not.
No the 80s were the best. Just because the music video scene just arrived and pushed everything. In the 90s especially late 90s music was already a commodity without emotional values.
Lothar Scholz there were music videos in the 70s
Cool but you would have loved to come of age in the 80s .... Trust this
Amen brother. 90s rock was fucking legendary. The last decade of truly unique, inspired music.
With this song in particular, you really DO have to listen to the whole song, and understand the story behind the song, to truly appreciate the poignancy and feel the pathos of the lyrics, as well as appreciate its stunning musicality and Dolores’s incredibly amazing and unique voice.
Deirdre ???
Damian L Whelan Good point! I’ve no idea why I wrote “Deirdre”, other than perhaps cognitive decline! I’ve just edited it, and thank you for letting me know. 🙂🙏🏼
This would be appreciated even more if you read about the IRA and the British forces.
Indeed. And the Loyalist paramilitaries. Everyone seems to forget the atrocities they committed.
Agreed. It's a song about surving then emotionally processing a history of oppression, and I think it's a theme a lot of African Americans can identify with.
@@Wiley_Coyote eh, not so much. It's more about the futility of trying to fight a war because of history long since gone; about causing suffering and pain and loss and death because of unthinking loyalty to a cause. The song is not about Catholic/Republican oppression; it attacks both the Nationalist and Loyalist sides for their utter stupidity.
@@chrislyne377 Erin go bragh !
It is surprising how many people think this song is about oppression when it is about fighting a rebellion that took place more than 75 years before this song was written. "In your head they are still fighting" should be a clue.
"...and I miss you, when you're gone..." RIP Dolores!💖
Still give me goosebumps. My favourite "When you're gone". RIP Dolores.
RIP Dolores💜
Now you have to do Bad Wolves cover of Zombie. Dolores was to sing in the song but died the day of recording of song with Bad Wolves.1-15-18 i think
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Absolutely. They did the song justice and donated all of the proceeds to her children!!!
Ron Seveon: If only humanity would learn what hollywood does behind closed doors. Criminally insane
No, you really don't.
@@stefanieiversen8847 You are truly oblivious to what really happened. And this is why humanity are ruled by evil choices.
Cranberries are the best group ever. She sings from the heart and tells us about the troubles in Ireland, and how it affected the innocent people who lost their lives. Dolores has an amazing voice and its so sad we will never hear her again, but her words and work lives on.
90’s rock was DECENT??? You seem like an absolutely lovely young man, but I will fight you if I have to!💪🏻
What he says is stange, because he has made videos with "Alice in chains", not one, at three or four. And it seems that really liked it.
I will help Lana. I was the ages of 8 to 17 in the 90s. 80s and 90s rock will never be measured up to in my opinion
I was talking to my wife about it, for someone from the 70's the 90's rock was ok, but to us from the 90's it was great, and the 2000's was ok, it is a generation perspective and a taste opinion
Lana Mower does anyone else even know what the song is based off because I do it is based off the northern Irish troubles
@@jorgehudorovich2244 very true. Everyone is entitled to their own opinions and without judgment. Very well said!
I been waiting for this one a long time!!!! Knowing what the song is actually about, and the passing of Dolores, song gets me going
Nate McCoy same. Thank you thank you thank you for reacting to it !!
Dolores O'Riordan...what a unique vocal style she had! 'To The Faithful Departed' album is close to my heart.
Since you love female voice in Rock music, you should definitely listen or do a reaction on Heart, it's a band with two sisters vocals and they have many good songs from the 80s. You can start with "These Dream", "Barracuda", "All I Wanna Do is Making To You", and "Alone".
Rip Dolores ive loved that song since...forever it seems. It still gives me goosebumps. Thank you for appreciating it for what it was
R.I.P Dolores, one of my favourite bands. I'm happy you've discovered them now.
The Cranberries - Ode To My Family, When you're Gone, Twenty One, In The End. Anything please.
Even "Linger" he might like. Dolores' voice is hauntingly beautiful on that track!
Don’t forget “Dreams”
you should listen to it live her voice is so much better than any recording
One of best natural female Rock voices, listen to Barracuda by Heart
YEESSSS!! TOTALLY!
Yeah man, Barracuda - quite possibly the best female lead vocal in the history of rock and roll. Ann is simply awesome. This dude will most definitely dig it, hold onnn brrrrrrraaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!
@@joestrummer9507 On a par with Joan Jett.
I've been listening to Heart from the jump as a kid. My parents loved them. Since the 70's. Ann Wilson is an outstanding vocalist n Nancy Wilson is a beast on her guitar n beautiful vocalist as well. Seen them many times in concert. Their on tour now!
Oh ya....!
One of my fav Cranberries songs is Promises, definitely check that one out 🤘🏼
Loved this song ever since it came out 1993 I think. RIP. 🤘
This song came out in 1994 lol
1993, check the release date. I wasn't sure but I did look it up after.
@@nikkiplatt316 there first album came out in 1993 Zombie is off of there second album which came out in 1994
Exactly what you said- you can just feel the pain in this song. One of my all time favorite songs
The Offspring - Gone Away
is a good song to look into if your into this deep alternative rock.
The Offspring is punk buddy not alternative
@@joshuaharper6709 True, but that song was not "punk" .
Another one by The Cranberries that I like is called Dreams.
She will forever be the voice for my soul.
"A strange blend of shyness, pride and conceit, and stubborn refusal to bow in defeat...."
A small excerpt from "Irish She is". Such a beautiful poem.
I still cry every time when I listen to this song. Growing up I didn't know what the lyrics meant. I was aware of all the fighting but not to what extent as I grew up it finally dawned on me what it's about 🙏