This song gives me chills every time I hear it. Also, this video is simple but amazing. When the petals are falling upwards and you see them singing, they actually learned how to sing those words backwards, so when they ‘rewound’ that footage to make the petals go up instead of down it looks like they are singing the words. Obviously if they just sang it normally, it would look strange when they played the song on top of the video on those bits. So they learned to ‘sing it backwards’ so it looked how it should. That’s skills right there! Can’t wait for their new album. I love introducing people to pentatonix. I love watching their reaction to just how amazing they are ☺️☺️☺️
In case you didn't notice, during the chorus the snowflakes fall UP. PTX learned to mime the words backwards for that scene. Just another small thing that made a big impact on me at the time (not sure why, maybe I appreciated their dedication to their craft at a time I was raw)
This song is an original, written to take advantage of their particular harmony blend. Any other group of voices just doesn't create the same vibration. I'm glad to see someone else enjoy it so much.
One of My favorite songs. Being an original you can only be in awe of the writing ability of these gifted artists. Then when they sing, it takes your soul to another place. They are so talented. There are so many talented artists but Pentatonix has a gift to make you feel every song one way or another.
DS, it's me again. If you want me to shut up I will but I just want to say that you are not weird man or maybe you are because your words get to me and I feel much as you do about their music. I just loved the bit about a nice warm blanket around the shoulders. So true. By the way, I have always been told that I'm weird different, odd etc. But a kind friend said no, you are unique and I realised that I am. And so are you. You are deep, sensitive and you have a sense of humour. I think you are great...keep it up and don't change! By the way, I believe Avi and Kevin wrote this song which makes it even extra special.
Not real sure how I missed your reaction to this one. This is my favorite PTX song, it is so haunting but beautiful at the same time. Thank you for doing this one, DramaSydE!
This song just breaks my heart (but in a good way). "How shall I win back your heart, which was mine? I have broken bones and tattered clothes. I've run out of time." The imagery of that line alone.....man... 😭
This song is just a precious masterpiece of art. Period. And as this it causes feelings. Same type of level is "Mary did you know". That is definitely a religious song. 😉
You ain't "weird" my friend. Evoking strong emotions is what a great song and great performance is supposed to do. Emotion is what separates "good" from "great" This makes me feel like, after a long, dark, hard, cold journey, you're entering a warm, well lit house filled with loved ones, good food and drink...all the things that so make that journey worth it.
This is a song of pure desperation.. How do I win back your heart which was mine? I'll break down the gates of heaven. Break my shackles and set me free.. I'll Run To You. You can feel the pain in the dissonant chords they create, it has always amazed me how intricate their voicings are to create that feeling with just 5, sometimes 4 voices!! Always waiting for your next reactions, my dude. Keep it up!
I agree with everything you said. And for me, having Kevin sing with them without the beat boxing, adds a richness to their sound that fills my ears and soothes my soul. His beats are sick but his voice adds more butter to that PTX bread I just love to eat! This is a beautifully written song and I couldn't be happier with your reaction. Thank you.
The blanket feeling ..i get it mostly when the bass goes from really low to a higher register and then drops back low. Happens in Imagine also and it gives me shivers every time.
They did this live on NPR with wonderful sound quality. And someone recorded them singing this live in Germany in a church/cathedral. The resonance in the church is just lovely. Both worth a listen if you have free time. Edit : here is the live NPR version. th-cam.com/video/gVNamBJUdfU/w-d-xo.html
This is such a warm, emotional piece with impossibly dense harmonies that breaks my heart every time I hear it. It’s always an added treat to hear Kevin sing. Thanks!
Your interpretation of this song is wonderful, and I can visualize what your comments describe easily. I love the way Avi’s voice stands out from the others slightly. I’ve always felt that his voice has that protective, warm blanket quality to it. At one time the sheet music for this was available on their website. It may still be there if you’re interested in getting it. Thank you for reacting to this.
The are a phenomenal group, and have many fabulous songs, but this has to be one the very best for showcasing how truly talented they are. It's one of their original songs, and it's stripped back and raw in a way the more polished covers just can quite achieve. Gives me chills every time the hit the part about breaking down the gates of heaven.
The first five times I listened to this I would cry...and I didn't exactly know why. It just really moved me. It's beautifully written and sung, of course, but there's something more here.
Theres some science behind this believe it or not. Deep rich voices like Avis or say Morgan Freeman, actually cause visceral reactions in people. The way Avis melodious deep voice underpins everyone elses, especially in opposition to Mitchs clear high tenor is one reason their songs often make us cry or shiver. Probably too much info. But it fascinates me
such superb harmonies....Avi & Kevin wrote this......my take on this is the love Jesus for us all....we need to run to him....especially in these times....
I listened this so many times and just crystslized in me how this songs feels like (to me): it's like after mourning. I mean when you cried soo much (over any loss) you have no tears any more and a sense (or sensless) of acceptance/peace falls on you, your breathing normalizes and all.. Duh I dunno. Gets me every time.
Great reaction to a beautiful song. It's my belief that their early songs had such power and depth because of the influence of Avi. He wrote this and with Kevin, arranged it (although they all have input in their arrangements). It is one of the few songs that Kevin does not beatbox in, and the 5 part harmony is so strong. It flows from perfect harmony to crushing dissonance in waves. That very last chord, when they are humming, always gets me - it ends on a question. By the way - to sing while the flakes are rising, they learned to mouth the words of the chorus backwards (there are only 4 words, so it wasn't too hard). Then they played them singing over the video.
I absolutely loved your reaction. There isn't a single thing wrong with feeling the comfot, hope and joy from their magic. 1st time viewer instant subscriber and like. Thank you for your genuine reaction. Means alot.
This is one of my favorite songs of theirs. I saw them perform this in concert a few years ago, when Avi was still with the group, and when they started singing this you could have heard a pin drop in the audience of thousands. At the end the silence lasted a few more seconds and it felt like the entire arena took a breath at the same time, then started cheering. It was one of the most surreal beautiful things I've ever experienced.
Thanks for reacting to this. If you have a spare moment (I know, I know) you might check out Kevins video, Renegade. th-cam.com/video/gouiY85kD2o/w-d-xo.html The man's whole brain is musical.
Okay, I'm loving your descriptive skills in your videos! I know exactly what you mean as well... if music could wrap its arms around you and give you a big, strong hug, that's what this song does to the soul. And it was largely written by Kevin and Avi too. They have some incredible original songs - you'd probably enjoy 'Standing By,' 'On My Way Home' and 'Natural Disaster' too.
This is the original Pentatonix before they were big, the girl (I think her name is Kirstie or Kirstin, I just am not sure) has black hair, like drummer boy 2011/2012
I miss Pentatonix original music. Aside from one Christmas song, they haven't really put out any original music since Avi Left. Their first original album was #1 on the charts in 2015, and before Avi announced he was leaving they said they were working on the 2nd original album, but we haven't heard a peep about more in years. It seems they not only lost their bass, but their main writing, considering Avi is already putting out his second original album since he left.
I saw this live and it was amazing. I suggest watch one of their live versions. You can react to it or just watch on your own time. This one is from their earlier days in a church which is my favorite live performance th-cam.com/video/LIfZcE8VGxw/w-d-xo.html Or this from a fan on the recent tour th-cam.com/video/TvS0_HXgIGM/w-d-xo.html Both are good. 😁 P.S love your reactions
Great, great reaction! To a truly great song. Out of this world. I liked your thoughts about the warm blankets and the love that comes through in this song. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much for this reaction!! Actually, at their concerts, they take a break towards the end, circle around one mike, while the stadium goes quiet, and they sing this all quiet, almost reverent. It’s my #1 fave song they do. I believe it’s an original. If you’re curious, I made a video of them at the concert when they came to my city. I was about 2 rows back. I only have 2 videos uploaded, so it shouldn’t be hard to find :) They put on an AMAZING SHOW. I’d see them live, if you can; it’s def worth it!!
Hi, there is a video from the current tour. It's heartbreaking. There were Baptist haters chanting hate patrols especially against Mitch and Scott. It was an open air, so you could hear it clearly. And the group sang run to you. It is so heart to see, how Scott suffered even physically.
One of my proudest Pentaholic moments was when they took the stage despite the protestors. It's at the end of one of their tour videos when they're just getting ready to start the concert. They knew the protestors were there yet the vowed to entertain those who were there to hear them. I was in tears knowing what was coming. The video of them singing Run to You is definitely a tear jerker.
This song/video holds a very special place in my heart- now more than ever. The lyrics are so raw and the vocals surpass what I thought possible. 💞The love in this is nearly tangible. Your reaction is just as amazing as the song. Thank you! 🙏🏼
About your TH-cam videos restarting, I don't think anything is wrong. I think you are doing it and not realizing it. Right at 8:31. the 'next video' screen pops up and starts to load. That is because under Settings, you have "Autoplay" turned on. At the end of your video, you wait now until the video is fully over. You have been doing this since the Imagine video, when the black screen tricked you. Once you see the end screen, you are pressing Space with the intention of stopping the next video from playing. You are trying to pause. The problem you're seeing is that the Space button will always click the icon that is in the lower left, and by the time you are pressing it, now it is the "repeat" button. That is why when you press space at the end, the video starts to play again, and you keep thinking you aren't doing anything. If you turn "Autoplay" off in the settings, then when the video ends, it will just pop up to the tile screen.
Music evokes emotion. And people may assign different memories to it. How can I live without you can be love song for one, and a break up song for another. PTX strives to let each individual determine their own meaning. Hallelujah is another Prime example. That's why honest reactions are the best. I want to know how the music effects YOU personally.
I think my fav part of Run To You is when, in the bridge, Avi initially sings a bit higher then his usual tone then drops down to a gorgeous lower tone and then gradually raises it again. I honestly believe this is why the bridge is so powerful and hits you so hard.
I know it's been a minute, but I loved this reaction. I find this song and performance so beautiful I want to cry and laugh at the same time. I think it is poignant. That's my word for its beauty. Thank you. Hope you are fine! Take care.
You should react to Sam Robson's cover of "Run to You". You'll be blown away! Pentatonix themselves tweeted (at twitter.com/ptxofficial/status/608851184535732224?lang=en), "We can't stop watching this cover of "Run To You" by Sam Robson!"
Check out BabyMetal, Road of Resistance, Live in Japan. Their previous album, Metal Resistance, was the first Japanese act to make it on the Billboard charts in over 50 years. Their new album, Metal Galaxy, just debuted at #13 this week, and #1 on the Billboard Rock Album charts, first Asian act EVER to do that.
PTX is a gift. I didn’t pay attention for years only diving in earlier this year (pre-pandemic) but now I think that was by design. I’ve needed Pentatonix & reactions to their music this year. I needed reassurance that beauty, love & peace still exists. That art is alive & well even if you have to search a bit. I get your analogy. They are a warm weighted blanket that we didn’t realize how much tension & exhaustion we were carrying around this year. Hell, for 4 years. There’s nothing like cranking their music thru good headphones, without interruptions and then finding a friend to watch it with you. Some TH-cam reactors are friends we turn to to watch their face as they experience incredible music. Will you react the way I did? Will you hear those hidden gems I could hear? Like all Pentaholics I watch lots of reaction videos. You are one that I turn to, like listening to music with a friend. Like the last 4 years today was tough & exhausting. I usually don’t comment like this. But I needed some hot chocolate and a warm blanket to share great music with a friend. I don’t care to hear from others who choose to won’t get it. Keep it to yourself. I’m busy hanging with DramaSyd ☮️💟
What ever your situation in life is? This song is about devotion to a THING, whatever that may be for you personally. That understanding is needed again, oh God(s) that is needed so badly again!
I feel like this song is a love song. I don't know if it's about human love lost and the determination to bare all and leave your heart to their mercy, or if it's a love song to God.. with the above-mentioned intent? I feel like I'm battered, have been willful and foolish, and suffered for those decisions. Yet, I'm willing to fight any battle I must to get to Him and throw myself on His mercy. Either way, it's an original. It's so moving and it's a love song. 💖
What a brilliant vocal melange! Dissonance and resolution at every turn and hardly two phrases arranged the same. A real tour de force, and I agree with your analogies as ciphers for the emotional context. Great analysis! Thank you!
Not long ago I saw a video with them talking about this album at intro. Avi said that this is a song of longing, a longing that true love was lost, or may never be found.
I heard this song for the first time just after I lost my Daddy to kidney disease last year (he died less than 2 years after my mother) and it expresses everything I felt and couldn't express myself because of my intense grief. It is my whole emotions brought into words and sound and I will be forever grateful to PTX for allowing me this release of pain and sorrow at a time when I couldn't do it myself 💔
I am glad you enjoyed this song. I would also recommend another one of their original songs "love again". Since you have been going back and watching the sing-off and their journey I would like to also recommend 2 smaller videos (not music videos): th-cam.com/video/2i61_JNc_Nc/w-d-xo.html (Avi) and th-cam.com/video/cg-WQl3YCVY/w-d-xo.html (Kevin)
Several years ago at a PTX show, Avi blew out the sound system (lol.) With no mics, they succeeded in shutting up the crowd enough to sing this song in a hall sans sound system. Fast forward to June of '19, and here's the recording of PTX in a pin-drop-quiet Madison Square Garden - singing Run to You. it's so quiet you can hear a fan weeping. th-cam.com/video/zonJMLt88EQ/w-d-xo.html
Another really beautiful 5 part song they did, written by Scott with Avi in the lead, was Light In the Hallway. It was often sung as an encore at their concerts. I saw them do it, and it was amazing. Here's a link to a great live performance of this song: th-cam.com/video/uhUhFVCIxgo/w-d-xo.html Please react if you can.
This is one of a handful of Pentatonix performances which have no beatboxing or vocal instrumentation, just five vocals, intricately woven together, and they are among the most amazing of all of their performances. "Can't Help Falling in Love" (which has an official video) and "Over the Rainbow" (which does not have an official video) are two others, and they contain some of the most gorgeous chords of any Pentatonix productions. (The version of "Over the Rainbow" to which I am referring is the one off of their 2017 EP, not the far earlier, and far inferior, version with them sitting on a staircase.)
This isn't just a warm blanket. It's a down quilt and a fireplace. Can't wait for you to react to their Christmas music and an old but good video of their live performance of Aha at the star vista
This song is what emotions made into music in it's purest of forms sounds like. It gets me every single time. It digs into my soul, burrows into you and just makes you feel safe and free.
Thank you so much for your reaction. I never looked at the song the way you were talking about it in the beginning about the warmth blanket and coming into the warmth, but it makes perfect sense. I absolutely love this song. When I hear it I physically and mentally relax and just let the emotion of the song take me on a ride. Thanks again. BTW, they just released a new video today "God only Knows" off their new album.
This song gives me chills every time I hear it. Also, this video is simple but amazing. When the petals are falling upwards and you see them singing, they actually learned how to sing those words backwards, so when they ‘rewound’ that footage to make the petals go up instead of down it looks like they are singing the words. Obviously if they just sang it normally, it would look strange when they played the song on top of the video on those bits. So they learned to ‘sing it backwards’ so it looked how it should. That’s skills right there! Can’t wait for their new album. I love introducing people to pentatonix. I love watching their reaction to just how amazing they are ☺️☺️☺️
I know, right? Amazing.
In case you didn't notice, during the chorus the snowflakes fall UP. PTX learned to mime the words backwards for that scene. Just another small thing that made a big impact on me at the time (not sure why, maybe I appreciated their dedication to their craft at a time I was raw)
Thank you for reacting to this. This is my favorite PTX song ever. No beatboxing just pure vocal harmonies. Avi and Kevin wrote this song.
This song is an original, written to take advantage of their particular harmony blend. Any other group of voices just doesn't create the same vibration. I'm glad to see someone else enjoy it so much.
One of My favorite songs. Being an original you can only be in awe of the writing ability of these gifted artists. Then when they sing, it takes your soul to another place. They are so talented. There are so many talented artists but Pentatonix has a gift to make you feel every song one way or another.
Your thoughts are outstanding.
I love all of their music, but I am really loving their use of dissonance in this one. Very different and hauntingly beautiful 💙💙💙.
New subbie here...yes hunny!!! We were hit by a wall of sound...wonderful!
DS, it's me again. If you want me to shut up I will but I just want to say that you are not weird man or maybe you are because your words get to me and I feel much as you do about their music. I just loved the bit about a nice warm blanket around the shoulders. So true. By the way, I have always been told that I'm weird different, odd etc. But a kind friend said no, you are unique and I realised that I am. And so are you. You are deep, sensitive and you have a sense of humour. I think you are great...keep it up and don't change!
By the way, I believe Avi and Kevin wrote this song which makes it even extra special.
The mid section is a nice choral, and this song shows Avi's amazing range.
It's also one of their originals.
Not real sure how I missed your reaction to this one. This is my favorite PTX song, it is so haunting but beautiful at the same time. Thank you for doing this one, DramaSydE!
He didn’t seem very excited lol
Kevin and Avi ..what a team..wrote most of this. And the vocals!
This song just breaks my heart (but in a good way). "How shall I win back your heart, which was mine? I have broken bones and tattered clothes. I've run out of time." The imagery of that line alone.....man... 😭
Jennifer Ackerman that line 💔
This song is just a precious masterpiece of art. Period. And as this it causes feelings. Same type of level is "Mary did you know". That is definitely a religious song. 😉
You ain't "weird" my friend. Evoking strong emotions is what a great song and great performance is supposed to do. Emotion is what separates "good" from "great" This makes me feel like, after a long, dark, hard, cold journey, you're entering a warm, well lit house filled with loved ones, good food and drink...all the things that so make that journey worth it.
This is a song of pure desperation.. How do I win back your heart which was mine? I'll break down the gates of heaven. Break my shackles and set me free.. I'll Run To You.
You can feel the pain in the dissonant chords they create, it has always amazed me how intricate their voicings are to create that feeling with just 5, sometimes 4 voices!!
Always waiting for your next reactions, my dude. Keep it up!
I've never heard cords or cord progressions put together this way.
Avi is known to do things a bit differently, personally I think he is brilliant and knows how to grab you : ) I'm an Avi girl....what can I say lol
That free cord gets me everytime too
@@eyan7808 YES. Hairs stand up on the back of my neck. Every. Single. Time.
Kevin and Avi wrote this song together 😍😍
I agree with everything you said. And for me, having Kevin sing with them without the beat boxing, adds a richness to their sound that fills my ears and soothes my soul. His beats are sick but his voice adds more butter to that PTX bread I just love to eat! This is a beautifully written song and I couldn't be happier with your reaction. Thank you.
The blanket feeling ..i get it mostly when the bass goes from really low to a higher register and then drops back low. Happens in Imagine also and it gives me shivers every time.
I get the blanket feeling and shivers whenever Avi sings bass. I love that rush so much.
This song makes me think of my late wife and when I'll see her again ❤
my condolences, God bless you!!!
Good Morning bud. This song gives me chills every time
Morning brother!!!
I get what you're saying. I agree they do give a warm feeling.
They did this live on NPR with wonderful sound quality. And someone recorded them singing this live in Germany in a church/cathedral. The resonance in the church is just lovely. Both worth a listen if you have free time.
Edit : here is the live NPR version. th-cam.com/video/gVNamBJUdfU/w-d-xo.html
This is such a warm, emotional piece with impossibly dense harmonies that breaks my heart every time I hear it. It’s always an added treat to hear Kevin sing. Thanks!
Your interpretation of this song is wonderful, and I can visualize what your comments describe easily. I love the way Avi’s voice stands out from the others slightly. I’ve always felt that his voice has that protective, warm blanket quality to it. At one time the sheet music for this was available on their website. It may still be there if you’re interested in getting it. Thank you for reacting to this.
The are a phenomenal group, and have many fabulous songs, but this has to be one the very best for showcasing how truly talented they are. It's one of their original songs, and it's stripped back and raw in a way the more polished covers just can quite achieve. Gives me chills every time the hit the part about breaking down the gates of heaven.
The first five times I listened to this I would cry...and I didn't exactly know why. It just really moved me. It's beautifully written and sung, of course, but there's something more here.
Theres some science behind this believe it or not. Deep rich voices like Avis or say Morgan Freeman, actually cause visceral reactions in people.
The way Avis melodious deep voice underpins everyone elses, especially in opposition to Mitchs clear high tenor is one reason their songs often make us cry or shiver.
Probably too much info. But it fascinates me
I was thinking I will run to my heavenly Father. The hold song gives me a feeling of running to Jesus.
such superb harmonies....Avi & Kevin wrote this......my take on this is the love Jesus for us all....we need to run to him....especially in these times....
I listened this so many times and just crystslized in me how this songs feels like (to me): it's like after mourning. I mean when you cried soo much (over any loss) you have no tears any more and a sense (or sensless) of acceptance/peace falls on you, your breathing normalizes and all..
Duh I dunno. Gets me every time.
Very, very poetic! You have a talent with words! The song was written by Kevin and Avi, I think they showed their talents very well.
I've never heard a more beautiful song
Great reaction to a beautiful song. It's my belief that their early songs had such power and depth because of the influence of Avi. He wrote this and with Kevin, arranged it (although they all have input in their arrangements). It is one of the few songs that Kevin does not beatbox in, and the 5 part harmony is so strong. It flows from perfect harmony to crushing dissonance in waves. That very last chord, when they are humming, always gets me - it ends on a question. By the way - to sing while the flakes are rising, they learned to mouth the words of the chorus backwards (there are only 4 words, so it wasn't too hard). Then they played them singing over the video.
Every time I hear this, I get chills. Every time. The feels are real in that blanket.
I absolutely loved your reaction. There isn't a single thing wrong with feeling the comfot, hope and joy from their magic. 1st time viewer instant subscriber and like. Thank you for your genuine reaction. Means alot.
This is one of my favorite songs of theirs. I saw them perform this in concert a few years ago, when Avi was still with the group, and when they started singing this you could have heard a pin drop in the audience of thousands. At the end the silence lasted a few more seconds and it felt like the entire arena took a breath at the same time, then started cheering. It was one of the most surreal beautiful things I've ever experienced.
Thanks for reacting to this. If you have a spare moment (I know, I know) you might check out Kevins video, Renegade. th-cam.com/video/gouiY85kD2o/w-d-xo.html The man's whole brain is musical.
Okay, I'm loving your descriptive skills in your videos! I know exactly what you mean as well... if music could wrap its arms around you and give you a big, strong hug, that's what this song does to the soul. And it was largely written by Kevin and Avi too. They have some incredible original songs - you'd probably enjoy 'Standing By,' 'On My Way Home' and 'Natural Disaster' too.
This is the original Pentatonix before they were big, the girl (I think her name is Kirstie or Kirstin, I just am not sure) has black hair, like drummer boy 2011/2012
I miss Pentatonix original music. Aside from one Christmas song, they haven't really put out any original music since Avi Left. Their first original album was #1 on the charts in 2015, and before Avi announced he was leaving they said they were working on the 2nd original album, but we haven't heard a peep about more in years. It seems they not only lost their bass, but their main writing, considering Avi is already putting out his second original album since he left.
I saw this live and it was amazing. I suggest watch one of their live versions. You can react to it or just watch on your own time. This one is from their earlier days in a church which is my favorite live performance th-cam.com/video/LIfZcE8VGxw/w-d-xo.html
Or this from a fan on the recent tour th-cam.com/video/TvS0_HXgIGM/w-d-xo.html
Both are good. 😁
P.S love your reactions
Unbridled yet understated emotion...I dont think this song has ever failed to bring the start of a tear in my eyes...love it! Great job as always!
Great, great reaction! To a truly great song. Out of this world. I liked your thoughts about the warm blankets and the love that comes through in this song. Thanks for sharing!
I melt every time I hear Mitch and Avi harmonize. ❤️
Thank you so much for this reaction!! Actually, at their concerts, they take a break towards the end, circle around one mike, while the stadium goes quiet, and they sing this all quiet, almost reverent. It’s my #1 fave song they do. I believe it’s an original. If you’re curious, I made a video of them at the concert when they came to my city. I was about 2 rows back. I only have 2 videos uploaded, so it shouldn’t be hard to find :) They put on an AMAZING SHOW. I’d see them live, if you can; it’s def worth it!!
Yeah for real. The venue I was at was small enough that they did it with no mic and I could still feel it in my bones
They did the same thing with "Hallelujah" in their most recent Christmas tour. Absolute silence in the arena while they were singing!
I see your point about the warmth of the vocals ....but the lyrics are pain loss and lament ....A plea .....
Hi, there is a video from the current tour. It's heartbreaking. There were Baptist haters chanting hate patrols especially against Mitch and Scott. It was an open air, so you could hear it clearly. And the group sang run to you. It is so heart to see, how Scott suffered even physically.
It was the Westborough Baptist church. The jerk offs with all the signs?
ellen hofrath heard about that on Scott’s Instagram but haven’t been able to find video
Omg do you have a link ? I'm Christian and I CANNOT understand this kind of hate masked as a representation of Christ and His followers
ellen hofrath omg that is incredibly heartbreaking to hear. Scott and Mitch are such beautiful souls. and so incredibly loved. where is this video?
One of my proudest Pentaholic moments was when they took the stage despite the protestors. It's at the end of one of their tour videos when they're just getting ready to start the concert. They knew the protestors were there yet the vowed to entertain those who were there to hear them. I was in tears knowing what was coming. The video of them singing Run to You is definitely a tear jerker.
This is one of my favorites! I love how you're experiencing their music and your appreciation for their craft ❤
Music is an amazing thing for many great reasons, the fact that you try to put what your feeling into words is far from weird my man!!
This song/video holds a very special place in my heart- now more than ever. The lyrics are so raw and the vocals surpass what I thought possible. 💞The love in this is nearly tangible. Your reaction is just as amazing as the song. Thank you! 🙏🏼
First time hearing this song. It was very moving. 😥🥰😥 Btw, I liked the warm blanket analogy. 😉❤
About your TH-cam videos restarting, I don't think anything is wrong. I think you are doing it and not realizing it. Right at 8:31. the 'next video' screen pops up and starts to load. That is because under Settings, you have "Autoplay" turned on.
At the end of your video, you wait now until the video is fully over. You have been doing this since the Imagine video, when the black screen tricked you. Once you see the end screen, you are pressing Space with the intention of stopping the next video from playing. You are trying to pause. The problem you're seeing is that the Space button will always click the icon that is in the lower left, and by the time you are pressing it, now it is the "repeat" button.
That is why when you press space at the end, the video starts to play again, and you keep thinking you aren't doing anything. If you turn "Autoplay" off in the settings, then when the video ends, it will just pop up to the tile screen.
Gotcha, thank you so much bro!!!
Music evokes emotion. And people may assign different memories to it. How can I live without you can be love song for one, and a break up song for another. PTX strives to let each individual determine their own meaning. Hallelujah is another Prime example. That's why honest reactions are the best. I want to know how the music effects YOU personally.
What I hope for from you are your thoughts and feelings. That is what you shared. Thank you.
I woud LOVE to hear you react to Silent Night from the album "That's Christmas To Me" of PTX ♥
I think my fav part of Run To You is when, in the bridge, Avi initially sings a bit higher then his usual tone then drops down to a gorgeous lower tone and then gradually raises it again. I honestly believe this is why the bridge is so powerful and hits you so hard.
The bridge is earth shattering
@@DramaSydETV It REALLY is! 😍😌
I know it's been a minute, but I loved this reaction. I find this song and performance so beautiful I want to cry and laugh at the same time. I think it is poignant. That's my word for its beauty. Thank you. Hope you are fine! Take care.
You should react to Sam Robson's cover of "Run to You". You'll be blown away! Pentatonix themselves tweeted (at twitter.com/ptxofficial/status/608851184535732224?lang=en), "We can't stop watching this cover of "Run To You" by Sam Robson!"
Definitely my favorite Pentatonix song, original OR cover. It's so beautiful. Kudos to Kevin and Avi for writing it.
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Absolutely the best honest reaction to this song...excellent work. Thank you!!
PTX is a gift. I didn’t pay attention for years only diving in earlier this year (pre-pandemic) but now I think that was by design. I’ve needed Pentatonix & reactions to their music this year. I needed reassurance that beauty, love & peace still exists. That art is alive & well even if you have to search a bit. I get your analogy. They are a warm weighted blanket that we didn’t realize how much tension & exhaustion we were carrying around this year. Hell, for 4 years.
There’s nothing like cranking their music thru good headphones, without interruptions and then finding a friend to watch it with you. Some TH-cam reactors are friends we turn to to watch their face as they experience incredible music. Will you react the way I did? Will you hear those hidden gems I could hear? Like all Pentaholics I watch lots of reaction videos. You are one that I turn to, like listening to music with a friend.
Like the last 4 years today was tough & exhausting. I usually don’t comment like this. But I needed some hot chocolate and a warm blanket to share great music with a friend. I don’t care to hear from others who choose to won’t get it. Keep it to yourself. I’m busy hanging with DramaSyd ☮️💟
What ever your situation in life is? This song is about devotion to a THING, whatever that may be for you personally. That understanding is needed again, oh God(s) that is needed so badly again!
Avi’s voice has a calming effect... that is why Scott let him sing the song he wrote for Scott’s nephew... Light in the Hallway
I know exactly what you're trying to say. It's like lying under a pile of laundry fresh from the dryer.
I feel like this song is a love song. I don't know if it's about human love lost and the determination to bare all and leave your heart to their mercy, or if it's a love song to God.. with the above-mentioned intent?
I feel like I'm battered, have been willful and foolish, and suffered for those decisions.
Yet, I'm willing to fight any battle I must to get to Him and throw myself on His mercy.
Either way, it's an original. It's so moving and it's a love song. 💖
What a brilliant vocal melange! Dissonance and resolution at every turn and hardly two phrases arranged the same. A real tour de force, and I agree with your analogies as ciphers for the emotional context. Great analysis! Thank you!
This is my security blanket song. When I need to calm down and feel better.
Gorgeous dissonance- crunch chords and resolutions. Sheer perfection
WARM BLANKETS!!! I've never heard it described so well
It's also one of their first original songs. A precursor to their greatness
This is artistry. For some reason it reminds me of "No More Walks in the Woods" by the Eagles.
I can listen to it on a loop. That harmony! And I agree with you. It warms you from the inside out.
This is one of my favorite songs. It is just like melted butter.
Not long ago I saw a video with them talking about this album at intro. Avi said that this is a song of longing, a longing that true love was lost, or may never be found.
I felt what you were feeling…..warm caramel……
I heard this song for the first time just after I lost my Daddy to kidney disease last year (he died less than 2 years after my mother) and it expresses everything I felt and couldn't express myself because of my intense grief. It is my whole emotions brought into words and sound and I will be forever grateful to PTX for allowing me this release of pain and sorrow at a time when I couldn't do it myself 💔
Lesley Tate I’m sorry for your losses ❤️
Lesley Tate thank you for sharing. I felt this... bless you 🙏🏼💔❤️
@@megan722 thank you, I really do appreciate it 💜
@@michelleblkft3831 thank you and bless you too for taking the time to comment, I appreciate it so much 💜
I am glad you enjoyed this song. I would also recommend another one of their original songs "love again". Since you have been going back and watching the sing-off and their journey I would like to also recommend 2 smaller videos (not music videos): th-cam.com/video/2i61_JNc_Nc/w-d-xo.html (Avi) and th-cam.com/video/cg-WQl3YCVY/w-d-xo.html (Kevin)
Several years ago at a PTX show, Avi blew out the sound system (lol.) With no mics, they succeeded in shutting up the crowd enough to sing this song in a hall sans sound system. Fast forward to June of '19, and here's the recording of PTX in a pin-drop-quiet Madison Square Garden - singing Run to You. it's so quiet you can hear a fan weeping. th-cam.com/video/zonJMLt88EQ/w-d-xo.html
Avi's bass is ridiculous. Good job, as usual.
Another really beautiful 5 part song they did, written by Scott with Avi in the lead, was Light In the Hallway. It was often sung as an encore at their concerts. I saw them do it, and it was amazing. Here's a link to a great live performance of this song: th-cam.com/video/uhUhFVCIxgo/w-d-xo.html Please react if you can.
sounds like something billy would do
One vocal coach reacted with the description of "decadent chocolate" especially due to Avi's low end. So your hot cocoa is in line. It is stunning.
This is one of a handful of Pentatonix performances which have no beatboxing or vocal instrumentation, just five vocals, intricately woven together, and they are among the most amazing of all of their performances. "Can't Help Falling in Love" (which has an official video) and "Over the Rainbow" (which does not have an official video) are two others, and they contain some of the most gorgeous chords of any Pentatonix productions. (The version of "Over the Rainbow" to which I am referring is the one off of their 2017 EP, not the far earlier, and far inferior, version with them sitting on a staircase.)
Beautiful! Tender and caring.
Loooooooved your reaction. Excellent review and can't wait for more PTX!
This isn't just a warm blanket. It's a down quilt and a fireplace. Can't wait for you to react to their Christmas music and an old but good video of their live performance of Aha at the star vista
Wow, awesome thank you
I know it's early for christmas music but when you do how about
*"Oh Holy Night by VoicePlay feat Rachel Potter"*
And Silent Night ~ Home Free features Taylor Davis.
This song is what emotions made into music in it's purest of forms sounds like. It gets me every single time. It digs into my soul, burrows into you and just makes you feel safe and free.
Love that you're reaction to one of my all time favourite songs by one of my favourite bands wearing a T-Shirt by one of my other favourite bands
Love your reaction!
PTX love again plz
Love their originals! This one is completely unique and just gorgeous:-)
Thank you sooooo much
Thank you so much for your reaction. I never looked at the song the way you were talking about it in the beginning about the warmth blanket and coming into the warmth, but it makes perfect sense. I absolutely love this song. When I hear it I physically and mentally relax and just let the emotion of the song take me on a ride. Thanks again. BTW, they just released a new video today "God only Knows" off their new album.
wow thank you!