Actor & Filmmaker FIRST TIME REACTION to BTS "Blood, Sweat and Tears" Official Music Video!
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- Actor and filmmaker Cedric Gegel reacts to BTS "Blood, Sweat and Tears" official music video for the first time!
Literally stunned by these visuals. I hope you enjoy watching my journey of disbelief and shock.. Next reaction: "On: Kinetic Manifesto"
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BTS, an acronym of Bangtan Sonyeondan or “Beyond the Scene”, is a South Korean boyband that has been capturing the hearts of millions of fans globally since their debut in June 2013. The members of BTS are RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook. Gaining recognition from their authentic, self-produced music and top-notch performances to the way they interact with their fans, the band has established themselves as global superstars breaking countless world records. While imparting a positive influence through activities such as the LOVE MYSELF campaign and the UN ‘Speak Yourself’ speech, BTS has mobilized millions of fans across the world (named ARMY), topped prominent music charts, sold out worldwide tours including stadiums and has been named as one of TIME 100: The Most Influential People of 2019. The band has also been recognized with numerous prestigious awards like the Billboard Music Awards and American Music Awards. -ibighit.com/bts/eng/profile/
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NEXT REACTION (after On Kinetic Manifesto): REPLY WITH YOUR VOTE FOR WHICH ONE I WATCH FIRST (hoping to watch the top vote by Sunday night or Monday morning, so get your vote in quick!):
1. Black Swan
2. Save Me
Black Swan!!
Save me
It would also be good to react to the behind scenes
black swan
Black swan💜🖤
Black swan
The look of utter delight on your face when Jin kissed the statue just shows how different you are from other reactors, lol. Like, you were SO busy appreciating the sheer brilliance of the artistry rather than going, "tHiS iS wEiRd!"
PREACH!
So so trueeee! The others are so busy saying "oh my god what why?!" that they miss out on the symbolism. And then they end their reaction in utter confusion. Hate those type of reactions.
Really
Yes I noticed that too.... other reactors got cringy when they see jin kiss the statue without even waiting for it to finish... He even got the Icarus symbolism...
Yes yes yes they're all like "eww why would you do that" while i'm fascinated by the sheer symbolism, cinematography and acting of that scene! It's so gorgeous, it's nice to see it appreciated
Oh my goodness, you are so good at symbolism!!! I am so intriged by your curiosity and intelligent wonder.
Thank you so much!!! That means a lot!
Yes... when he said “they’re becoming art”🤯🧐🤔 Never thought of that.
So true!!!
@@CedricGegel1I recommend you to look for DKDKTV and bulletproof vibes spring day. They explain the meaning of their videos and songs 💜 💜 💜
@@mademoiselle849 or Bookish Theories ))
Blood sweat and tears is based on Hermann Hesse's novel 'Demian' it's about temptation, loosing innocence. Namjoon(RM) quotes the book before the last chorus
"He too, was a tempter; he, too, was a link to the second, the evil world with which I no longer wanted to have anything to do "
You are the only reactor I've seen even get close to the meaning of the video. Awesome job Cedric.💜
yesss omg, he is.
I think for the experts eyes BTS brightness is very transparent but they all salute the cleverness.
Thank you very much!
That's why I hit subscribe button immediately 😍😍😍
@@perduliar_792 Same! Hahaaa I really appreciate his perspective on things. 💜
"Chocolate wings? Those melt right?" Holy shoot it's been years, and I've never thought of that????
same! and link with Icarus wings. amazing!
Oh damn! 🤯
A lot of people have said "they are in a museum" at the beginning. Many people miss the fact that the member V is dressed in what we would call "rich people's" luxury lounge wear while everyone is in their "street wear" so to speak. They are not in a museum, they are in V's house and he is the Fallin Angel, the one tempting the other 6 members. V fell from the balcony, he is the Angel that fell and lost his wings.
Also, when v slips off the railing, it looks like he is falling into a painting. It looks like a Bosch painting, The Garden of Earthly Delights ??? Perhaps ? That painting itself falls directly in line with storyline of the video. It is a triptych painting (3 separate paintings, hung side by side to form one large, complete painting), and the whole subject of the painting is lust, pleasures of the flesh, and temptation, sin and punishment. I could be wrong with which painting it is, but most of Bosch’s paintings center on temptation, sin, heaven and hell. And extreme use of symbolism. I need to look closer and try to identify that painting ! 💜💜💜💜
No! I just found the painting... it is Landscape With theThe Fall of Icarus. I found an amazing explaination theory on symbolism so deep, I think my brain is fried ! It is by relotus on tumbler, or you can google Art and symbolism in Bts’ Blood Sweat and Tears !
@@cyann410 when V falls from the balcony it is as if he is Icarus falling to his death after losing his wings.
@@yolandavirginiamendozacal2530 so true
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Wow, I really have to applaud you. You got a lot of what they were trying to convey with the music video. Seeing how attentive you are to details and seem well read (?), I think you'd really appreciate the explanation video. Thanks for the great reaction! Can't wait to see your upcoming reactions. After black swan and save me, I'd recommend Spring Day + the explanation video (theory video constructed by bulletproof vibes) - the latter is, in my opinion, important because you'd miss out on a lot of details otherwise.
yep should react to Spring day
when he said I feel like they may be becoming art, knowing Jins face at the end...I love him
@@UKNOBTS I thought the same thing! And the part about Ikaros too. Just very observant. It's not his first time in the rodeo, as they say (right expression? hmm)
There is another Spring Day explained video from Italian Army that you should watch in addition. It has clips from the event and more about surrounding politics.
@@MM-et2jr That's very kind of you both, and if that isn't an expression, then it should be because "not the first time in the rodeo" is an excellent phrase.
I don't want it to sound patronizing, but you did SO good. You saw/caught so many things that most people who watch this don't. Here are a few things about the art in the video. As an art major with an art history minor, I totally geeked out in this video! A lot of them have to do with good vs evil, the idea of temptation and of giving in to it, being vain, letting things go to your head, etc.
First, the painting Jin is staring at the beginning of the video is called The Fall of the Rebel Angels by Bruegel. This painting depicts the war of good versus evil. The angels cast the demons back into the hell from which they came. And you already noticed the black and white door on either side.
You're absolutely right about Icarus and the chocolate wings. Also, if you watch carefully, in the purple lit scene where they're all posing/sitting there's a neon light behind the members that says The Tempter, and the painting behind them is The Lament for Icarus by Herbert James Draper. This same painting is the one in the background in all the scenes where Jungkook is hanging on the swing or just floating in the room. The painting in the back when V jumps off the balcony is also of Icarus. It's Landscape with the Fall of Icarus by Bruegel. This painting is also on the right side wall in Jungkook's room.
That mean looking darker statue in the main room where they all dance is Perseus with the Head of Medusa and it has something to do with the idea of Medusa flaunting her beauty in front of the Gods, or the statue of Athena.
I couldn't possibly list all the statues and paintings in the video, but I'll finish with the sculpture that was shattered, the one where you asked if it was the Virgin Mary. Yes. It was. It's La Pietà, by Michelangelo. It depicts Mary mourning over her son’s corpse after His crucifixion. It's shown with J-Hope, a member who, in the storyline, has a lot to do with mothers and mother figures.
Brilliant. Your degree suits you well. Thank you so much - I got chills reading your comment and thinking about the symbolic meanings.
"Did he mean to throw it off and then back on?"
HAHAHAHA that one of the biggest jokes of BTS existence because according to Jimin the jacket flip was an "ACCIDENT". Of course no one believed that, I'm not sure he even believed himself when he said that.
If you pay attention to him in other newer videos he'll do it constantly, even in photos. Stylists dress him in flippy jackets constantly so he can continue to have more "accidents". 😂😂
Thank you for the reaction.
Yes and he has gone viral because if the shoulder exposure in the BE concept photo 😂💜💜💜
i was lol at that
Jimin's "It was an accident" and Namjoon's "My shirt was just a bit too small"
Some of the biggest lies they've told, lol!
I actually always thought that this first time was an accident and ARMY made such a big deal of it, that he thought, "They Like it, I'm gonna Keep Doing it!"
"iT wAS aN aCcIdEnT..."
From the themes of Demien and Neichte I think the MV is acknowledging that growing up requires some shades of gray. That you cannot be your full self until you've seen some darkness and been tested. However, unlike some armies, I don't think they are saying that it is a GOOD thing, only acknowledging it. After all, after Jin kisses the statue (gives into temptation) everything starts to break, bleed and cry. It's not shown as a good thing at all.
I 100% agree with you. I think acknowledging the realities of growing up is not the same thing as advocating it.
I have found that a *lot* of ARMY tend to watch certain theory and explanation videos and take them as god-given truth without engaging their own analytical minds to it. And so often what we hear isn't necessarily what 'a lot of ARMY think' but what a few popular theorists think that have then been swallowed and repeated by their viewers.
I definitely agree with the first part of what you said, but not necessarily with the idea that giving into temptation is a negative, at least not 100% of the time. Right after V's back is exposed the next scene is a literal burst of bright and vibrant colors. And yes, Jimin and the statue are crying but again, they chose to use vibrant color. I see that as possibly an expression of liberation or freedom. Freedom from what though- from temptation? From limitations? From the confines of adolescence? I know BTS has given us a basic idea of what the song and video are about but unless they explain every single scene as they truly interpreted it we're all just left to endlessly hypothesize lol But that's half the fun of watching BTS music videos! So many amazing conversations stem from the differences in ARMY's interpretation. 💜
Totally! I think they go deeper about this in Black Swan, accpeting that duality
I’ve seen a lot of reactors here on TH-cam. So many that the thrill of it started to lose its touch. I have to say I really really look forward now to your videos after finding you a couple of days ago, binging what you have and catching myself excited when I saw the premiere for this pending yesterday. I couldn’t watch the premiere but I’m here now and I paused to let you know...this is your channel, you can react to whatever you want and you are going to get a LOT of requests. There is ton of content out there, there are tons of Kpop groups and solos to react to. You will never be able to catch up on everything BTS as there is soooooo much. I just want to say, don’t burn yourself out, take your time and enjoy your journey. I really like your reactions and input and I really am looking forward to seeing your channel grow!
Aw. Thanks for that. Humbled by your response.
@@CedricGegel1 Agreed. I'm really drawn in by your reactions and I learn a lot and get some different perspective based on your reactions. Please don't burn yourself out!
I agree as well please don't burn out. Your reactions are great. And I wait for new ones, they are worth the wait. Yes we will watch the one that are 30min long, it happens every day. If the reactions are good the time don't matter we are Happy to watch for the enjoyment. Thanks for your reviews and time.💜
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@@heathernile4700 ya i just finished watching a 1 hour 2 part video about spring (the queen). the length really does not matter as long as it is good BTS content
As an older ARMY, I enjoy hearing someone not just enjoy their looks or their beats but to delve into the depth that is BTS with intelligent commentary.
They are stunning, they are great dancers, they are talented singers/rappers, but they are truly lyrical and cinematic geniuses! I'm so glad you get it... Thank you.
Love what you said - "I feel like I have become enhanced by the artistry of BTS." I totally resonate with that!
Some of the referencies of this MV include: Icarus, the book Demian by Hermann hesse, the statue is pietà by michelangelo, the god called Abraxas. Everything in this clip includes contrast, good and evil, angels and demons etc.
The first clip it includes the painting 'The fall of the rebel angels' too
@@Dhanu_lol yes
the black and white doors
Perseus with the Head of Medusa by Cellini behind Jin as he's looking at Fall of the Rebel Angels.
"BTS.. man.."
*sigh, trying to accept everything*
Welcome to the #BTSRabbitHole 💜😂
Black Swan because it’s another “story” video. Great reaction to Blood, Sweat, and Tears because you’re smart and really try to dissect the video, which honors their effort and talent in producing deep concept videos. You seem to be able to figure it out pretty well, too, unlike many other reactors.
This music video is based on a book called Demian and it's about temptation
If you like contemporary dance, Black Swan is the perfect one for you. Jimin is also a contemporary dancer, he was a top student, you’ll see him shine in the MV
Yes, there is an entire video dedicated to Jimin's behind the scenes filming for Black Swan.
Oh my god!! You are one of the only reactors that pays attention to those details it shows that your are really paying attention to it! Seriously most others dont even notice that I am glad you saw that!!! I really recommend watch the explanation video of it. also they as a person are tempting us all the time 😅💜 Jin in the beginning of the vidie staring at the painting and kissing the statue actually he was studying to become an actor so that's why he is very good at acting💜 also Taehyung the guy who was the fallen angel with the fallen wings yes he has acted in a historical drama he is amazing at acting haha💜
Also for something based more on acting and cinematography I highly recommend "I need u" by BTS the acting in their is mind blowing hope you react to it once you get some rest lol 💜
As an Army of almost 3 yrs, he saw stuff I've never noticed and I've watched this mv at least 50 times minímum 😳😳😳
Probably the first reactor that read that message on the wall ! lol
Ikr?! I was so surprised! And his pronunciation is not bad at all
Yes!! I even get to noticed that message because of him.
This MV is a master piece in itself, there are plenty of hidden messages with it and you have to re watch it more to get them (i still havent got them all)
Also ti me i think its about a fight with in yourself (as they talk about the devil and angel) as you see them being portrayed alot thru out the MV.
Also there is a bit about the fallen angel where you see Jin kiss the statue then You see V and he has his wings ripped off and you see him smile
V plays the perfect part of the Tempter in this! Jin's acting as the youth caught between two worlds.
It's great. I never get bored of it.
I appreciate your genuine reaction. This MV really has a lot packed in it. That chaotic brilliant mind is in reality all the members, Mr. Bang (CEO), Bighit and all the staff, choreographer (s) and stylists. The members read a lot. Namjoon (RM) has a deep love for the written word and various art forms. And so do the other members, just with slightly different degrees and points of interests. I remember that it was mentioned that BTS's involvement is from concept to fruition. Suga once likened their craft to a year round songwriting camp. They're always writing, contributing, producing and creating. It may not see the light of day today but tomorrow's another day, another chance. That non-stop artistry and process of discovery, growth, tenacity for improvement, genuine love and respect for their craft and people around and surrounding them is ultimately what keeps me continuing to support them. Of course the honestly relatable music and lyricsm that is synonymous with BTS and their undeniable skills and talents play a major part in it, too.
I just recently subscribed so I still haven't checked out all your reactions/content. Have you reacted to their earlier content/MVs? They even have dance practices. As you are an actor/filmmaker/producer(?)" N.O (No Offense) might be of interest. The same with "I Need You", "Run", "Danger" (tbh all their MVs bring a different vibe). If you are interested in their no singing/no dancing but just acting (mostly) comedic skills you may want to watch their freebie short films that they gifted ARMY like "Flower Boys Bangtan High School" and "House of ARMY". The latter has a lot of fandom inside jokes.
Again, thank you for your appreciation of BTS and my apologies for the rather long comment.
Onwards and upwards!💜
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Loved ur take. 💜 This mv has a theme of losing innocence and falling into temptations. The album which the song belongs ( WINGS) is based on the book Demian by Hermen Hesse( the quote in the middle of the song when the music stops is from the book it goes " he too was a tempter he too was a link to the second the evil world with which i no longer wanted to have anything to do". Sry if i didnt quote word for word. The book tells a story about the boy sinclair who grew up in a very conservative religious house hold and goes through a journey where his actions are tested. The organ played by yoongi (Buxtehude passacaglia) is played by pistorious for sinclair in the book. the kiss is also from the book where sinclair is given a kiss from fraueva by Demian . It has reference to Greek mythology (icarus and Abraxus) and also religion. The painting jin was looking at in the beginning is called "the fall of the rebel angels" by Bruegel. It depicts the war between the fallen angels and humans. The green stuff he was drinking is absinthe .U can see the absinthe-imbibed suger lump on fire before RM drinks it. It is a hallucinogenic drink. It simbolizes creativity and liberation as well as madness and despair. Well that's how u fall into temptation ( not being able to beat the desire bt knowing ur nt supposed to. the text written above the mirror where jins face is cracking it says "Man muss noch chaos in sich haben um einen tenzenden stern gebaren zu konnen" quote from nietzche meaning " you must have chaos within you to give birth to a dancing star". So about the face crackin in the book damien says" the bird fights its way out of the EGG the egg is the world. WHO WOULD BE BORN MUST FIRST DESTROY A WORLD. The bird flies to the god. That gods name is abraxas."so in the book seven sermons to the dead by carl jung"Abraxus speaketh that hallowed and accursed word which is life and death at the same time. Abraxas begetteth truth and lying, good and evil, light and darkness in the same word and in z same act."( fun fact he is the author of the book map of the soul where their most recent era is based on... he incorporates concepts from Nietzche). There is also painting behind yoongi in the first room with the fallen chandeliers where the music starts called the lament of icarus by Draper. The picture where tae jumps from the balcony is also a painting called the fall of icarus by Bruegel. There is so much symbolism, historical, mythical, psychological, and litrary reference so its hard to explain everything but generally its a coming of age story where u are at a certain point where your traditional beliefs and social norms constrict u bt u r tempted to go beyond them. When u find yourself and ur accepting of who u truly are thus shedding your old immature (childlike view of the world) and giving birth to a new you who understands that life is nt always black and white...thus achieving self realization. Sorry for rumbling.💜 Ow and there are bits and pieces tying to the BU like where there is a different flower inside the reflection of the mirror bt most of the BU reference stand out in the Japanese version of the song. So it's kinda telling two stories in one ... it's kinda complicated 😅.
Nice breakdown. I could never figure out the flower.
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There was a painting called The fall of Icarus in the background, so you were on to that also! And in that dinner scene, they had only apples to eat. As you talk about bible, you can think, what is apple in the bible sense? Tens of other references to art and literature in this video. You did so great and from the comments I can see that you examined further 💜💜
#GetWellSoonYoongi 💜💜💜
at 22:52 when you started talking about it i remembered that this is EXACTLY how i felt. i just realized blood sweat and tears, and the WINGS short films was my 'oh shit I'm in this now aren't i?' moment 😅 and i haven't looked back since. so welcome lol 💜
If you Wanna see some actor skills of bts you should react to ‘I need you’+18 it’s quite older song but gold 🌟
Ooooo I totally agree with this. Their best acting was the I need you and run series. It’ll leave you speechless!! It was ahead of its time 😔
I agree
YAAAASSS
THIS IS WHAT MAKES ME AN ARMY, THE I NEED U ERA... CHEF KISS❤️
Damn I thought you said 18+ and my mind was like 😏🙃, ahaha XD agree though I love it soo much that era was very iconic 💜💎
**coughs in Jimin also studied contemporary**
Very clearly!! He's incredible. So technically proficient!
Color me impressed with all the symbols you picked up w/the temptation, including catching the 2 colored doors. Then you brought up Icarus! Full body experience is so right Lol Was the only 2nd BTS video I watched, don't think I breathed for 6 minutes. Then binged everything BTS...rest is history
As a dancer, I love watching artist and other dancers react to BTS’s videos and really appreciate what they are trying to express and say!!🙏🏼 Thank You!! 🙂
Yes! They are acting as the temptations as well as the tempted, in one of their other songs they warn against getting too obsessed with them. It's not what this song is about but it might color armies interpretation as they watch this, knowing that bts themselves are a dangerous temptation
6:50 "yasssssssssssssssss"
That had me rolling.
Literally such a mood.
you look like you really need some sleep and then you watch blood, sweat and tears that is packed with symbols you did a really good job. been ARMY fo almost 2 years now and im sure i still have a LOT to figure out. thanks to you its easier so really thank you.
"I want pizza so bad rn" lol you are such mood 😂
"Save Me" is NOT a single take. Its a single shot. Big difference. I'm amazed that after 4 years and with behind the scenes videos people are still going with the "single take" thing. The behind the scenes clearly showed that they did at least 4 takes.
Very interesting. Could you please explain the difference? I'm not an English native speaker so I don't get it 😅
@@baudolino2727 it means they did 4 shots for the MV that were one single take each, idk if I helped lol
@@yessismiles Mmmh... but the comment says it is a single shot, not a single take, and that they did 4 takes ? Sorry, I'm still confused. Maybe it's the other way: they did 4 takes and each one was a single shot?
I'm appreciating the frat-boy vibe of the backwards cap combined with ecstatic creative art appreciation of the MV and Jin kissing the statue in particular 😂😂😂
I think we just found someone who can lowkey decode their works and symbolism, armys adopt him 😩👏🏻
Jimin said throwing off his jacket and then back on was an accident, but nobody believes him. He does this too often for it to be “just an accident” lmao
so a LOT of bts' MVs are connected into what called Bangtan Universe
BS&T is a part of it somewhere in the middle of the story, but can be interpreted on it's own as every other MV from Bangtan Universe list if i dare to say. i mean, Fake Love is there too, but it is a complete peace of art by itself with a full meaning
though to dive into BU you need to know boys be names and faces, because each of them has an important character with his own story connected to others
keep in mind that's it's fictional, complicated and highly based on symbolism
i'll leave the list of the BU MVs in the correct sequence below, so you can save it for the future
BTS Danger
(some may not agree but...)
BTS I need U (Original ver.)
BTS on stage Prologue (Eng sub)
BTS Run MV
BTS I need U (Japanese ver.)
BTS Run (Japanese ver.)
BTS Epioogue: Young forever
Boy meets evil
Wings short film #1 Begin (Jungkook)
Wings short film #2 Lie (Jimin)
Wings short film #3 Stigma (V)
Wings short film #4 First love (Suga)
Wings short film #5 Reflection (RM)
Wings short film #6 Mama (J-hope)
Wings short film #7 Awake (Jin)
BTS Blood sweat and tears Official MV
BTS Blood sweat and tears (Japanese ver.)
BTS Live trilogy Episode III The wings tour trailer
BTS Highlight reels (full version + subs)
BTS Euphoria: Theme of Love yourself Wonder
BTS Fake love teaser 1
BTS FAKE LOVE MV
BTS Fake love MV (extended ver.)
BTS Epiphany: Love yourself Answer Comeback trailer.
BTS Save me
BTS I’m fine
Webtoon Save Me Series (aka an official explanatory comics)
The Notes 1,2 (aka the whole books if after all these ^ you wanna dive DEEPER)
and to be continued in the future i think lol
I'm not sure they meant to include Danger as part of the storyline, but they do use some clips from it later on in the short films.
Just as an add on... @Cedric you should watch the Japanese versions as an integral part of the BU but I would not suggest reaction videos to them on YT. Japan has very strict copy right regulations and you might get copy striked. Watch them on your own. 😊
I'm subscribing just to see you learn the story
10:35 it was an “accident”!!!! 😂😂
Wow, totally impressed by your assessment/reaction for your first time. I think because of your varied background in the industry, you are able to see and hear more than on the surface level. Most of us Army have seen dozens and dozens of reactors and have watched the same videos over and over and it never gets old. BTS’s music and mvs are timeless, in my opinion.
This is art. They're amazing storytellers. I'm sure people would have let you know there's an explanation video. I was hanging out to see you react to this. And you didn't disappoint. This was an excellent reaction. Thank you.
OK you are officially my favorite BTS reactor (and there are many out there). A second lockdown just started in Austria so I will really be looking forward to your videos. It's fine if it's just one or two a week - it will keep us on our toes.
Sending love and appreciation from Vienna! 💜
Sending hope and peace back to you all in Vienna - not only for the recent tragedy that struck your beautiful city (which I plan to visit one day), but also for the lockdown that everyone may be wise and unselfish and care for their neighbors. Thank you so much.
This is what Army does as soon as we get an MV dropped. We ruminate on ideas, think pool with others, research meanings, etc. You are a part of the gang now! That moment you had with this MV is what happened for me during the Spring Day MV. I knew something huge was happening but wasn’t sure. It’s the joy of new art
I challenge you to watch and interpret Spring day BTS Even astute and brilliantly intelligent person like you wouldn't catch all symbolism in the MV. I recommend explain video by bulletproof vibes.
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Jimin is known for "accidently" throwing his jaclket off his shoulder.
Thank you for another great reaction. I'm always surprised by the amount of symbolism you catch... You are a very kind and humble soul, I'm happy you found BTS and that I found your channel. Please continue on your journey! It's worth it. Stay safe ~💜
Mate! Your reaction was exactly what ARMYs did when this MV came out. We were out here pulling out our biblical, artistic and theoretical references to unravel what this MV means😂. Enjoying your reaction by the way.
The fact you mentioned Maximum Ride made me giggle since not a ton of people know the series.
I feel like you are already an ARMY, you're appreciation for their artistry is wonderful to hear and your reactions are so thoughtful and honest. At some point you should to learn about them individually, they're all so unique, incredibly inspiring and lets not forget incredibly funny.
BTS have a way of drawing people in, they make many of us think about ourselves, others and the world in a different light but I think it's different for everyone. Also BTS have very much have encouraged everyone to learn and expand on their own world and to see more points of views. To not put up with things just the way they if you are not happy, to always seek to improve yourself or situations you may find yourself in.
For me I now feel like BTS are part of my story and because of that I will continue to seek to improve myself and help those around me. If I feel stuck I will listen to their music, read the lyrics and thing about what I can do to move forward.
I also think they have also inadvertently created a movement where people are happy to support others whom they don't even know, ARMYs help each other all the time we aren't just there for BTS and the other way around we are here for each other to.
BTS are truly special and I don't think there could ever be another group like them, we are so luck to get to learn about them and that they share so much with the fans.
pretty sure that armys will explain so much in the comment, so I decide to just say thank you for your reaction, I really like and enjoy the video.
Jimin's shoulder flick is legendary by now. He claimed it was an accident, but it's not like anybody believes him, including the other members of BTS :D.
jimin actually studied contemporary dance too he is the first one who sing 😝
Fake Love MV turned me into ARMY too 😄 i didn't know them then, seen a little and was more like a outside onlooker. but fake love... oh, i found myself going back to her every day and think, think, *think* about it
it may not change your whole world perception, but what i agree with: BTS and their craft always give a food for thought in enjoyable way. you go to them for some good visual or vocal or choreography and you end up educating yourself about so many things within art, literature, society, yourself. they are serious about their influence and message, i can't put it words how much i appreciate them
Yah... fake love is still my favorite video so far
We studied, and researched, and brainstormed to figure out each element in this MV. The paintings, the statues, the green drink, the green candle wax, the flowers on the mantle, the dining table scene, the quote... all mean something. BTS/Big Hit have made an ARMY that reads and thinks and makes connections, We know that EVERYTHING in the BU MVs has some meaning, and a reason to be there. There is no coincidence with BTS MVs.
You are the first reactor to see a connection to Jesus Christ Superstar with the poisoned grail. I was thrilled when you saw it. Not many do.
And yes, I read Maximum Ride books!
Think Last Supper for the dining table scene, and connect the apples on the plates to the Garden of Eden.
The painting in the beginning is The Fall of the Rebel Angels, the painting in the balcony scene, where V jumps, is the landscape of the Fall of Icarus, and the painting behind the chandelier/couch is also about Icarus.
The last scene with Jin and the mirror... look closely at the flowers... one is the reflection, but they are different.
DUDE
Your reactions are so freaking amazing!!
like u catch on SO much stuff. Like things that took me time of research and watching this over and over to pick up on. And like.... whenever you have like a freak out over smth or part of the MV it makes me laugh with joy because thats exactly how I reacted and i love seeing a good happy freak out over these boys XD
Thank you so much for watching this and taking the time to watch our boys with us!!!! Are we getting another ARMY member??? ;)
Translation to:
„Man muss noch Chaos in sich haben um einen tanzenden Stern gebären zu können“
-> „One has to have chaos within oneself, in order to be able to give birth to a dancing star“
Why didn't I see your reaction videos on BTS earlier? And I thought I've seen it all until I stumbled on your "My Universe" reaction. Yours is so authentic and more technical.
Thank you so much 😭
I'm crying seeing people appreciating Bts because of thier music, lyrics and art.
Thank You!💜
My 11 yr old son name's Cedric too😊
Wow! Not a common name - how cool!
Great reacton analysis! I'm glad I saw someone reference it. This is probably my favorite BTS video. The temptation angle is spot on. I think you have to also understand where BTS was in their journey to also appreciate the background to the symbolism.
this guy figured out the things we analized for 7 years in 10 mins i must applaud.
This. 😁
When I saw the dinner scene it reminded me of goddam Alice in wonderland 🤦🏻♀️😂😂
Me too with less teacups but still distorted wildness lurking around
I thought weird version of last supper, but then remembered similar scene in Idol?
Very late comment. I'm working through your previous reactions now and felt like I just had to comment because I appreciated your reaction so much. You help me see more in each of these videos that I have after watching them a bunch of times. I'm not nearly as good at picking up subtleties as you are. And I absolutely loved how you reacted to Jin kissing the statue. Most people go that's so weird, so few see the intent behind it. It's great seeing how your mind works as you think about the video while watching it. The chocolate wings comment, geez, mind blown! And I'm learning so much from you - walking around a building yesterday, preparing to do a video tour, I found myself saying things like "oh, that light and those windows are practicals, what about off-camera, so we need to do something to light the speaker for the tour". I sounded so knowledgable! hahahahaha
Thanks so much for watching, and I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed! You gave me a good laugh there about the tour guide bit - once you start down that road, you can never go back 😂 thanks again!!!
These are videos that should win MTV video awards. The BS videos that most artists produce are nothing compared to the artistry, symbolism and pure brilliance of what goes into a majority of BTS videos. We can only hope that since Dynamite has open the eyes of many new fans that they will now be recognized for their incredible work.
Hi Cedric. AGAIN you got it right ! love your cinematographic point of view, it brings a lot to my way of watching their MVs. I’m a photo amateur, so what you say talks to me a lot. And yes, this song is about temptation, youth and temptation, when you grow up. They really address youth a lot, you will see that. Their messages are very healing and giving strength to young people. But not only 😉
So,I promised to guide you through recognizing them, let’s start :
- Jin, here he is central : he watches the painting, he kisses the statue. He’s a singer. Perfect voice, beautiful high notes. He is the oldest. In Black swan you’ll see him in the room with the mirrors
- RM (Namjoon) : he drinks the green liquid and stares at the camera, he exhale the smoke. Leader of the group, rapper. He is the voice talking in the red break. In black swan he has his solo, under the white ceiling with a shadow moving on it
- Jimin : withe blind fold, crying green tears, having is shoulder exposed during the dance (fun fact : he told it was an accident, which is a recurrent joke among Armys, we always wait for his shoulder to have another accident, it happens very often ! 😂) , singer and dancer. Contemporary dance bases. In black swan he is the one dancing alone, with blue hair. His voice is the one of a baby angel, so soft and high also.
- V (Taehyung) : blond here, the one with the cut wings. In black swan he has dark hair, in On he has the vein tattoo in the neck. Singer and dancer. He has a deep voice, with multiple tones. He is one of the youngest.
- Jungkook : the one with the wheel on his shirt. In fake love he is the one running with the collapsing floor, walking in the break, meeting the hooded guy at the end. He is a singer (main vocalist) and dancer (often at the front of the formations). He is the one with the thorns on the wrists and the shell and the amazing vocals in On. He is the youngest. He debuted its them he was 15 if I’m not mistaken.
- J-Hope : the one grabbing the height of his thigh during the dance. Also the one curling up in the sneakers in fake love. Rapper and dancer. Perfect face, smiling sunshine. Hip hop dancer base.
- Suga... The guy with the fire trauma in fake love. Suga is a rapper. He will be the first one to sing/rap in blackswan, on the stage, with the shadow dancing behind him. He produces their music a lot also. You’ll discover how fascinating he his when you’ll watch his solos.
Enough for today !
Looking forward for your next reactions !
Good job... Excellent reaction... Paying attention to details and having your own interpretation is really refreshing for us. Most of their videos have explanation videos, as they are using so many symbols and so many references (from literature to movies)... So it's really nice to see somebody with your background enjoying everything during the "finding hidden meaning" process... Their lyrics are so goddamn complex that sometimes even after 20 readings and interpretations, one can still feel puzzled. Thank you for taking this path. You won't get bored. :)
I love all your editorial comments, It shows that you are still thinking after he video. Love it
I love meeting people who know about drum and bugle corps. I marched in a corps throughout highschool. The level of discipline and focus one puts into competing is crazy hard. As a result of spending my summers competing, allowed me the opportunity to be the drum major of high school, while also cheering during the same game. I would direct the halftime show, but cheer during the rest of the game. If feel blessed to have memories like this. Thank you for mentioning drum corp. I don't think us band nerds get much credit. I tell everyone I was a cool nerd, balancing cheerleader with band nerds. ☺️ Good memories.
P. S. I love your analysis. Very detailed and introspective. You are very knowledgeable in what you do, and it makes one of the most interesting reaction videos. Excellent work.
EXPLANATION: It's a song about temptation & the transition of boy to man. The chorus "i want moremoremore" is about wanting more of the dark sinful desires we face growing up. The guy kissed a statue of a fallen angel bec that's common symbolism for a deal w/the devil, basically him giving in to temptation. And the tears & guy's face cracked at the end symbolized his loss of innocence after succumbing to temptation.
When I first did I just saw a beautifull MV, than I discovered what it meant it opened my eyes, your face seeing all the signs makes me remerber the first time I read about it! It is so deep and beatiful at the same time, BTS made me look throught art in a different way I am so happy about it...
Loved your reaction, hope you enjoyed too 💜
Thank you so much for this reaction!!! I love how much detail you pick up!! You might want to check out an explain video called Blood, Sweat & Tear: what does it all mean? by the channel Don’t Worry I’m not Afraid!
I still get blown away by their artistry. And their production company Lumpens. Its like they pushed themselves to the point that they will match BTS artistry in lyrics and enhance the song so much through the lens. Its a deep deep rabbit hole that I am super fine to be in. Its not only that you appreciate artistry more but you'll also find yourself self reflecting more. Trying to be that better person. Its something I don't really see often if at all.
I am a 50+ ArmyMom and I am a better version of myself being Army! These fellas move me and I just want my kids to be engaged in music that has such powerful impact in their wondrous way!
BTS makes our world “big or small” a MUCH BETTER PLACE !!! ! !!! 💟
Stay Gold Cedric! Keep Going!
I like all your in-depth look and descriptions of the videos, you are different than most reactors. A fan and subscriber here!
I appreciate that! Thank you!
Look at the YT channel 'Bookish Theories' to give you a breakdown of some of BTS' concepts. I really like how you educate us on camera angles, use of color etc.💜💜
Yes please do this first before u move on to next.
Jimin dances contemporary. For example in his solo „Lie“. You can also see him dancing contemporary during the mv from „Black Swan“ which takes place in some sort of theater. By now we have a full version of Jimins solo dance from Black Swan.
omg your analysis on the dinner scene... of sunrise and sunset and childish (pink) to orange (serious)... damn... that's it for me. that's exactly it. this mv is mainly inspired by the concept of coming of age and loss of innocence due to falling into temptation... but it's also liberating... a start to an end and an end for a new beginning.
man, i love you. lol
of course here and in On there is a christisnity refrences - even Noe wit his ship (arc) and animals, torn crown etc etc Like sk much your reaction. I know BTS from January 2020 and i regret not earlier. I am 40 y old from Poland. I feel you. They blew mind my so many times and I like watch diffrent explenations of their song. it is worth it to grab more meanings.
You know how to appreciate these. I love that.
I'm studying film myself.
Would you please look into their 7 wings short films that came out as teaser before blood sweat and tears music video.
There are some interesting elements in them. Would love to hear you break it down.
You can listen to the 7 corresponding songs as well from the wings album. It would be a great introduction to the music.
THANK YOU for the close up of Tae.
Hi, the lyrics is one of the main reasons why ARMYs love BTS and their use of psychology and theology. There's also explained videos to some of the MV's by dkdktv, bookish theories and Xceleste.
Oh, he's just going to fall for Jimin isn't he 😂
Of course he is, we all do, there's no not falling for Chim Chim.
You are on the right track and one of the very few reactors to notice the Virgin Mary statue. Also Icarus has a bit to do with it being that this video was off of the Damien book as you will see as you enter into the Bangtan Universe. The BTS videos have been heavily influenced by the book Damien, Into the Magic Shop, MAP OF the SOUL by psychologist Carl Jung, and recently the Bible as well as other works. As BTS sings about the conflicts within the self, mental illnesses, Abuse in many forms, and the affects of society to name a few things. I completely love how your going and taking geniune interest in the boys not only as a group but as individuals. Thank you for giving them that opportunity to gain you geniune interest. Looking forward to seeing more from you.
THIS was the start of Jimin's off the shoulder jacket "accidents"...which have now become his trademark almost...and very purposeful as you saw in 'On'
Yes. They Are films. The dinner scene...the Last Supper??? Just so you know ..for every BTS video...there are explanation videos out there that explain everything... Some explanations come from Behind the Scenes videos where BTS actually explains a lot. Anyway...all your questions are answered out there. Entranced...a perfect word to explain your emotion. I feel that way about a lot of their productions. I watch them over and over. It is so compacted with deep meaning. Enhanced....a great explanation of how we all feel. Why we cant get enough of it. So excellent in content compared to most sexually grinding videos with no content...just in it to make money by showing raunchy body shots. It's so disgusting...shows no talent!! Yeah for the quality and positivity and love of humanity in BTS's videos!!! Bravo.
This is the video I've been waiting for you to react to. This is deeper than many of the other BTS videos but with your producing and acting skills, I'm excited to see your interpretation. I confess these lyrics could be my favorite lyrics. th-cam.com/video/sBuKOYYanRk/w-d-xo.html
Peaches and cream
Sweeter than sweet
Chocolate cheeks
And chocolate wings
But your wings are the devil's
There is a 'bitter' next to your 'sweet' I've taken this one apart frame by frame. From Black & White doors to bleeding & cracking statues to a painting of good vs evil. The details that this video has are incredible. It was like a puzzle for me and I enjoyed every moment of Blood Sweat & Tears!
React to their Wings Short Films
Check out this painting by Bruegel:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Landscape_with_the_Fall_of_Icarus#/media/File:Pieter_Bruegel_de_Oude_-_De_val_van_Icarus.jpg
This is the famous "Fall of Icarus", and you see it in the background when Taehyung jumps off the balcony. If you look closely, you see Icarus' legs just before he sinks into the sea, in the lower right of the painting. Interestingly you don't actually see this part of the painting in the MV - this is how subtle BTS are in their art: you actually have to look beyond the MV , figure out what the painting is, and then look at the whole of it, in order to see why this painting is there in the first place!
However, the reference here is even more complex. In the storyline of the Bangtan Universe (a huge and complex narrative telling the stories of the fictional alter-egos of the seven boys), the Taehyung character climbs an observation platform by the seaside, and jumps off it into the sea (see Prologue video (end), and Euphoria video (beginning)), while the other boys watch him. It is an essential event in the epic tale, with many repercussions through the story, both backwards and forwards.
I don't want to say more, in case you intend to go on the journey prepared for you in the BU and discover it for yourself, by yourself. But believe me: you will get more surprises than you bargained for! And you will slowly realize that every single detail of their MVs and short films, including this MV and the Fake Love MV, is ultimately a reference to the BU storyline. In many ways, Fake Love is a continuation of Blood, Sweat and Tears, almost BS&T Part II. And they all form the strands of an intricate spider's web, with the BU Storyline at the center. And the name of the spider is Abraxas.
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The whole WINGS album is shock full of symbolism. They teased the album with 7 mini films (one for each member) that further develop the BU (idk if you know anything about it). Outside of the storyline, the films are works of art, I think you will truly enjoy them. But I recommend going through the BU in order just to see what you get out of the filming style itself. The songs don’t really deal with the story line, it’s all down to the music videos, so I don’t think you’d have any problems following along.
The first video is I Need U (+19 version) and even if you don’t want to delve into the complicated world of the BU, the video is more formatted as a story, so there’s a lot more acting and less dancing
i loved this reaction! can i recommend something? i think you would absolutely love this music video and i can garrantee you ARMY's won't shut up with all the explanations. please watch: BTS (방탄소년단) 'I NEED U' Official MV (Original ver.)
black swan
There's so much to unpack in this video, but you're pretty spot on with this!
A couple of notes that might help -
This song is from their "Wings" album. Each of their albums (or series of albums) explore a specific concept, and to understand the songs it helps to see them in the context of the album and the overarching story being told. The Wings album is about youth coming of age; temptation, loss of innocence, and growth. The concept of the album is largely inspired by the book "Demian" by Herman Hesse, which was quoted throughout the WINGS films.
It can be assumed that the book RM is reading to Jungkook in the beginning of the MV is Demian. The quote he reads during the break is also from this book: "He too was a tempter; he, too, was a link to the second, the evil world with which I no longer wanted to have anything to do."
The piece Suga plays on the Organ is another direct link to the book - it is "Passacaglia in D minor" by Buxtehude. In the book the main character Sinclair has a mentor who is an organ player who plays this exact piece.
The drink being consumed by RM is absinthe, known for it's hallucinogenic properties (and for being illegal many places). It was also a popular substance particularly in artistic circles during the years Herman Hesse was writing.
The painting Jin is looking at it titled "The Fall of the Rebel Angels" showing a battle between good angels and fallen angels.
The painting we see behind Jungkook on the swing is "The Lament for Icarus". Icarus who had been warned not to fly too high nor too low, but was so tempted by the sun that he flew too close so that his wings melted and he fell to his death.
The painting behind V sitting on the balcony is "'Landscape with the Fall of Icarus".
There are several statues of Venus; goddess of love, seduction, and temptation.
The "dark" statue you mentioned is "Perseus With the Head of Medusa" showing Perseus having defeated Medusa who could turn men into stone.
On the table the only thing to eat is an apple placed on each plate. The apple being the symbol of temptation, the fruit that gives knowledge of good and evil, causing a loss of innocence but ultimately growth.
The quote from Nietzsche which you already figured out also ties into this, it speaks of the inner conflict between good and evil, temptation and moderation, is necessary to grow and mature.
BTS is so much more than your regular boyband!!!! They have real dept and poëtic songs... nobody can reach them, they too far ahead... ✌✌💜💜
You should definitely watch idol song of bts
I like the performance for the Jimmy Fallon show best,Jungkook was scary and the whole thing was powerful.
The DKDKTV explanation video for Idol is highly recommended to fully grasp the cultural references and meanings in the mv.
You REALLY need to do the BU from the start! That means you should start with I Need you (19+version) then go Prologue and then RUN then (if you really wanna see extra important details) go watch the japanese versions of I Need You and Run (that order and don't film those 'cause copyright WILL hit you), then the Epilogue: Young Forever and then start the masterpieces that are the WINGS short films :D And then for a treat watch BST again and see if you catch any new info :)
Once you understand the symbolism and back stories to BTS mvs like this one you truly do appreciate and admire them more. I’ve seen BS&T dozens of times and it gives me chills every time.
if you want to dive deep into the metaphorical meanings of this MV, there is a series of short films that came out as teasers before this MV that tell a visual 'story' or 'concept' for the entire album, they are the Wings short films. They are a beautiful masterpiece of art and I highly recommend. There is a quote used in this MV, which might seem out of place, but it all ties to the short films as well.