When Oli Sykes said theres been no legends in Rock in the past 20 odd years, I truly believe Radke is knocking on that door... His vocal ability is genuinely second to none now, mind blowingly good vocalist. Dat Breakdown too :O
The transition from the Rap to the very first chorus, you think it was quick, but I think it was absolutely amazing. The vibe of the lead up was very unique and even though the chorus almost came abruptly, I think it was a perfect transition.
@@aaronarcher9949 okay as I sit and try 2 purposely think of my least favorite songs still have a really tough time finding one that doesn't have a killer hook at the very least. Obviously I and not expecting everyone to always just agree with me just my personal opinion.
FiR is horribly underrated. They’re so creative and amazing and he’s such a wonderful singer and just look at him... Ronnie can play classical piano for crying out loud. They’re just so different, unexpected, and amazing. That’s it.
I've always been a fan of Ronnie and Falling In Reverse, but damn, I've never been more into a band than I have been with FIR since they've dropped Losing My Mind, Losing My Life, Drugs and now Popular Monster. Definitely looking forward to more music in the future.
Me fucking too. I did not expect this from what I would've previously disregarded as another emo metal band. I'm probably gonna find myself in a rabit hole of their discography.
I’ve never really listened to this band. I think I’ll start. This was awesome. I was a bit thrown off by the rap at first but he had a great flow, and almost sounded more like a Orator. Like it didn’t sound as much like hip-hop as spoken word. Fun video. Well composed song. I liked all of it
When Ronnie started rapping I never really liked it but seeing how he's mastered this mixture of genre just shows that he knows what he's doing despite of all the critics. Cant wait for the album release!
This song is absolutely fire. Rap and rock are perfect together in my opinion. The piano also adds to the melodic aspect, all instruments can work with any genre if done properly.
This is exactly what music should be to me. So much emotion and you can see that from the rap and the heaviness so good. This band knows exactly what they are doing and do it beyond well. I was blown away yet again by this band. Well fucking done
Not many bands can have scream, rap, and singing at the highest level of technique and skill. Sound amazing at all three. Transition from one to another without sounding forced. And the singer is one person. That level of talent is very rare. Wow.
I think FIR has found their sound finally.. they’ve changed through every album and now I think they’ve figured out what works for them and I love it. I support my favorite artists no matter what but this is really going somewhere. Great job
I think a lot of metal singers (I'm gonna classify him as that even though he doesn't only sing that) have very polarizing voices, either you love them or you hate them, but i think his voice is just objectively good. It's just nice to listen to.
This is such a good fucking song.. it’s been so long since I’ve heard music that is so well produced that blends so many different tones together.. so so so good..
I dislike him as a person because he seems like he has a violent personality. Like as a woman I wouldn't feel safe being alone with him in a room. But I can't stop listening to his music because I relate to the emotions and the trauma that he puts into the music
"You beautiful guys!" The words "falling into love now with falling apart" really strike true with me; depression can be an addiction, after a while you don't know how to be any way else, and sickly, it becomes comforting. Brilliant.
@@danielbrawner3677 Never mind, I just watched the part where he mentioned it. I must have missed it. I thought people were talking about the person rapping in the song. I listen to NF regularly, so I about lost it when I thought people were saying he was rapping in this song. Thanks for the info anyway though!
Don't know if you missed it but the little girls hand on his shoulder was a representation of how having his daughter has saved him, has provided an anchor, a home in his heart.
That little "ah" sound you made gets me everytime 😂. Also, idk why but seeing you so happy and excited makes me so happy and excited. This is truly a great song and an amazing breakdown of it too.
In the ten years or so I've had this account I dont think I've ever commented on anything. But watching you watch this video was more entertaining than when I watched the actual music video for the first time. And I love the song and the video. Keep doing what you're doing. This genre needs great hype men.
Another song with a breakdown out of no where and I love it lol. Don't listen to much rap, but definitely enjoy Ronnie's rap. Another win for FIR imo. Also, Nik might need a change of shorts after that breakdown lmao
Dude, Ronnie's ability to stay relevant while pushing exactly what he wants his music to be is INCREDIBLE. The last few songs have been awesome but this honestly may be their best song to date, like hands down. The progression from style to style was legit flawless. Love the review as usual my guy.
My favorite reaction you’ve ever done. And for a song very much deserving of it 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 I could not agree with you more. This right here is on a whole notha’ level. I cannot praise them enough for this release. You don’t have to read it, (as it ended up being more drawn out and more winded than I intended it to be LOL), but this is the comment I just posted on it with some of my initial thoughts about it ❤️ “This is...... this is just............. *wow.* I mean, in my opinion, this is one of the best songs that they have *ever.fucking.released.* I can hardly wrap my head around it. I’ve replayed it 4 times now and I have some initial thoughts I’d like to share before I do a full analysis. 1st- Lyrically speaking, this is the best in nearly a decade. The lyrical structure, the lyrical depth, and the subject matter focused on... I mean I really *can’t even.* 2nd- The marriage of his preferred vocal styles in this particular song is *absolutely fucking magical.* 3rd- The rest of the band finally seem like they’re just as much in *their* element with this new direction, as Ronnie is... and that makes me extremely hopeful to see. That sense of cohesion is reflected in this track. This is a FIR masterpiece. 4th- Ronnie is currently in fucking *beast mode.* Literally and figuratively. He gives ZERO fucks what anybody thinks about the product right now, and is just focused on the CREATING. And ya know what? By undoing the chains.....by liberating himself.... and allowing himself to fully play around with- *whatever the fuck he wants,* and experiment- *however the fuck he wants,* he has been releasing some of the best songs of his entire career. This one so good it’s set an entirely new bar. To say that I am impressed with this track, would be an understatement. I’m sure those still reading this have already fully recognized this and I *am* sorry for having to state the obvious one last time LOL 😆 5th- Can we talk about Willow for a sec? First of all, she is just such a ridiculously gorgeous little girl. Her whole vibe is stunning. I see such an old soul in those peaceful eyes of hers. More importantly, I hope she realizes as she gets older just how profoundly important her little appearances in these are. And how meaningful it is to Ronnie to have her there with him when he’s trying to tell his story. How impactful her role in his story has been. See, as the Mother of a 4 year old little girl... the connection he has with her really stirs something so true and and so pure within me. He is conveying the infinite depth that IS the bond between a parent and their Child. And in particular, how strengthened that bond can become if the parent is struggling. Your Child knows you more than anyone could ever. Your Child knows you on a cellular level... and they are much smarter and much more in tune than we often like to think. Our Children are there for us in ways that is difficult to put into words. But those of us who know it, when we see her scenes with him, we know *exactly* what he is trying to say. It’s spiritual. She grounds him. She cherishes every shattered piece of him, and she is unknowingly, on a subconscious level, doing her very best to help put himself back together... To Ronnie, right now, she really is the *only* light that can shine through all of his darkness, the only thing that can plow through all of his immense sadness and pain... .... and right now, is it SHE that gives him the fuel, and the want... to survive. And I get that. I truly do. Maybe someday I will be able to share my own story about that. But for now... those are the things I just *had* to get off my chest, after this whole production just kicked me in it. Keep doing exactly what you’re doing Ronnie and the rest of FIR, because the outcome here is absolutely fucking amazing. *A fuckin’ +* 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻”
Dude I've watched your reaction now like 4 times because it was literally how hyped I got when I first heard this and watching your reaction gets me that much more hyped 😂🤘🏻
Really cool to see how Ronnie has finally melded rap with metalcore. I think he took the time away to figure it out and has come back with a vengeance.
This is probably the best of your reaction videos I've seen thus far in terms of just real, honest reaction to something blowing your mind. This is what reaction videos are all about.
Ok, I have HATED everything they've done for years, but this actually had me excited. Little heaviness creeping back in. Regardless, hard to ignore Ronnie's voice and their writing abilities.
Josh derp other than “drugs”, which was way overproduced, this song contains easily the heaviest thing they’ve done in years, maybe ever. “Mainstream djent” breakdown as it may be, which I’d disagree but we all have our opinions, that’s not something falling in reverse does. That’s why I personally was excited. This also felt more vocal/instrument-performance-led than most of their recent stuff. Just my opinion.
Josh derp got any more hate towards the man? Ronnie has come such a long way with changing his music style, getting clean and many other things, a ton of people are absolutely in love with this new style they are doing
Just after the breakdown when he says "I'm looking for a way out", and then his daughter shows up. As someone who is battling mental illness and have children this one hit hard...
![ROADIE REACTIONS | "Falling In Reverse - Popular Monster" | [FIRST TIME EVER LISTENING]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/aOdH-wLmxhc/mqdefault.jpg)
*An absolute MONSTER of a track, pure perfection*
Comment your thoughts down below!
When Oli Sykes said theres been no legends in Rock in the past 20 odd years, I truly believe Radke is knocking on that door... His vocal ability is genuinely second to none now, mind blowingly good vocalist. Dat Breakdown too :O
bobsyeruncle1974 couldn’t agree more
The transition from the Rap to the very first chorus, you think it was quick, but I think it was absolutely amazing. The vibe of the lead up was very unique and even though the chorus almost came abruptly, I think it was a perfect transition.
thanks for reacting to the song I tweeted at you
What's the Nik rating?
The more disgusted Nik looks the better the song. The breakdown was so sick
A Human Accurate
To me, his face was more a mix of disgusted and "i just creamed my pants" lol
the thumbnails are so freaking tacky by now but its really just him xD
just like when he reacted to slaughter to prevail_agony XD
@@crankedbeard this one is my favourite xd
regardless of people's opinions of Ronnie, the man crushes every chorus he touches.
Hell yeah. Hes been getting better and better forever. Any haters need to just move foward at this point...
I wouldn't say every chorus but these past 4 songs have been pretty good
If you haven’t, what the punk rock mba’s vid on Ronnie
@@aaronarcher9949 okay as I sit and try 2 purposely think of my least favorite songs still have a really tough time finding one that doesn't have a killer hook at the very least. Obviously I and not expecting everyone to always just agree with me just my personal opinion.
Nicholas Seiv yeah I get ya.
This song is already playing on a loop in my brain.
Can't wait for episode 5!
Same, have had it on straight repeat
Ikr such a good chorus.
Jillian Carter
Ikr
Same I’ve been replaying this song non stop, it’s so good and so is the music video. So sick!!!!
Nik got *DECEASED*
He is definitely had a heart attack on the breakdown!.
He should listen to smoke on the water won’t come back from that
@@bravogames4135 0 3 5 I can handle this shit
Notice how every single they released so far gets more heavier and better
You're correct, ronnie came a long ass way
For me the best one is Losing my life, but this one came very, very close. Already spamming the shit out of it on repeat.
Human 8845 Yeah I love to see the growth single to single
When he released fashionably late i really fell into the band.. But if they drop the new album sounding like this im fuckin in!!!
"more heavier"
This is the most Ronnie Radke song ever. He is so underrated as a singer songwriter.
i thought this too, its such a raw reflection of himself and super well written.
he needs to lean into the feel of this song i dont like any other songs by them but this song was hype
And underrated as a vocalist. His singing, rapping, screaming everything has improved soooo much over the last couple years
@@zeromatica this song has a "sound" ronnie should dig into this formula with the rap and metal this song is great
Probobky cause of the older music
You can’t disagree that they’ve made their own style by now.
Haven't heard anything like this before
Ricardo Milos “Drugs” (with Corey)
Or “Losing My Life” is similar. Check it out!
They’ve pretty much made their own genre, mixing rap and metal in that way
Yeah I agree
@@Js-fj3cl they were basically the first ones to kind of mesh those two together with stuff like Alone
FiR is horribly underrated. They’re so creative and amazing and he’s such a wonderful singer and just look at him... Ronnie can play classical piano for crying out loud. They’re just so different, unexpected, and amazing. That’s it.
Dude these last singles are pulling me back in. I haven't been into FiR in YEARS but this shit.
Completely agree with you, I am alot more interested because of the last few videos and songs.
Same my friend
Same bro same
SAME my exact thoughts
Ooommggg SAAMEE I was a huge fan years ago
And now with all this new music is like getting me baackk aahhh
So fucking siick
I LOVE IT
I've always been a fan of Ronnie and Falling In Reverse, but damn, I've never been more into a band than I have been with FIR since they've dropped Losing My Mind, Losing My Life, Drugs and now Popular Monster. Definitely looking forward to more music in the future.
Agreed. They've always been a guilty pleasure of mine since I'm a heavy boi. There is absolutely no denying his talent.
Same.
I am not into Rap, but i really like their new style
I mean this is basically LinkinPark 2019
Konstantin Stepanov uhhhh no.... that’s fever 333
@@luckykaledio2364 nah fever is rage against the machine
They just remind me of that's outrageous with a rapper.
Literally the same as me.
This is literally my favourite style of music. I wish more artists did it. Rap and Rock mix so well and idk why. It just fucking slaps!
There was this thing called limp bizkit that really shit the bed on that for everyone
Not a fan of rap and haven't ever been a falling in reverse fan but oh my god this song slaps
Salt same with not being a fan of FIR, this song was a massive surprise.
Same fam, it’s a non cringey rap flow. It’s kinda bad ass
slaps..?
Me fucking too. I did not expect this from what I would've previously disregarded as another emo metal band. I'm probably gonna find myself in a rabit hole of their discography.
I’ve never really listened to this band. I think I’ll start. This was awesome. I was a bit thrown off by the rap at first but he had a great flow, and almost sounded more like a Orator. Like it didn’t sound as much like hip-hop as spoken word. Fun video. Well composed song. I liked all of it
"Ludens had the greatest breakdown"
Ronnie: Hold my gucci sneakers
You guys don't know what a breakdown is 👀
Yeah men
I fucking choked-
Gabe Watkins 😂😂😂
*Oceans Ate Alaska* : "uh what?"
When Ronnie started rapping I never really liked it but seeing how he's mastered this mixture of genre just shows that he knows what he's doing despite of all the critics. Cant wait for the album release!
*listens to track for the first time*
*breakdown hits*
“now we wait for Nik’s reaction to the song... just for that part”
honestly i thought the exact same thing, i was listening to it i was like "Nik has to react to this"
Same here
And he had that fall out of the chair orgasm when the breakdown hit
I HAVE THE SAME THOTS LOOOLL
Same here lol.
Falling in Reverse are inventing a new sound. They are ahead of their time, they really are.
So was escape the fate
Thanos I call it “Radkore” LOL
❤️🙌🏻💯🙌🏻❤️
@@evanrange4259 was just gonna say this. Ronnie has always been so far ahead of the times. He's incredible.
Exactly and it’s not even just this song he has literally been ahead of his time for his entire time
Honestly people can have their opinions on Ronnie’s music and their sound, but you can’t disregard how unbelievably creative and talented he is
Ronnie should get more recognition imo. He did a great job so far.
We all hope a feat with eminem secretly.
I wish he wasn’t historically a douche cause his vocals and songwriting are actually really good.
Justin Edwards there are special case when he’s actually a cupcake
@@Jstnwrds515 I mean he's become less of an asshole over the years
Yeah dude is a beast!
Anyone else notice that they're back in "The Drug In Me Is You" set?
FuryNotFurry thank god someone else noticed!! I swear we’re the 5% that noticed 😂
Yuh
WHAT THE FUUUUUCK
yay, thank god im not alone
lol
What the heck? I didn't realise lol
This song is absolutely fire. Rap and rock are perfect together in my opinion. The piano also adds to the melodic aspect, all instruments can work with any genre if done properly.
Dude youre literally everywhere i love it
The best implication of piano into metal is Make Them Suffer
Just Some Guy without a Mustache didn’t expect you to be a Falling in reverse fan
@@burgerfan2282 ikr
@Raven Bloodshadow There's a lot of bad rock as well. There's bad shit in every genre that's ever been popular.
This is exactly what music should be to me. So much emotion and you can see that from the rap and the heaviness so good. This band knows exactly what they are doing and do it beyond well. I was blown away yet again by this band. Well fucking done
That breakdown hit me harder than my girlfriend
SynysterBullett I would hope so lol
Should I be concerned
She must be an mma fighter
And ludens breakdown
Your girlfriend must be a dude in drag.
Radke is IMO one of the best vocalists in the rock/metal scene. His melodies and wording are so unique and creative
Honestly, i think Ronnie is one of the only people in the world that can rap in a way that i like
Trying Guitar You should listen to NF. Very similar to his style
Corey taylor?
Sounds like Tom Macdonald
@@RustinRoark He had more slang and Mumbling, not alot, but enough that it kinda bugs me
@@rib_aggro Everything Corey Taylor does is awesome, he is a god
the fact that ronnie has managed to stay relevant for almost 15 years is amazing
This is officialy the sound they searched for and they freaking found it!
Well done.
By the way, the rapper you‘re talking about is called NF.
Yeah they seemed to have found their calling, and yes NF
Reminds me more of Tom Macdonald
Daniel G. ❤️🙌🏻❤️
Not many bands can have scream, rap, and singing at the highest level of technique and skill. Sound amazing at all three. Transition from one to another without sounding forced. And the singer is one person. That level of talent is very rare. Wow.
When Nik likes a song, he makes the most disgusted faces. Love this lmao
Kristina Angela bro you’re everywhere what’s ur @@@@@
Well he needs to earn some money after all
He does that on purpose for the clickbait. The 'reactions' are planned well beforehand.
I thought he hated that part!
its called the "stank face" lol, a lot of musicians do the same thing, its pretty funny to see if you pay close attention
I think FIR has found their sound finally.. they’ve changed through every album and now I think they’ve figured out what works for them and I love it. I support my favorite artists no matter what but this is really going somewhere. Great job
That breakdown hits pretty hard, I had the same reaction!
I wont lie my speakers actually crackled a little bit.
Breakdown smacked me
This track is perfect, is full of almost everything that exist in music: good singing, rapping, heavy instruments, good chorus.. Perfection.
They've really hit on a perfect sound I want an album so bad
Someone: How many music styles do you want to mix into this track?
Falling in Reverse: yes!
@R I agree
Honestly yes and it fucking works! Most of the time bands do this and its trash but this song is gold!
Someone: How many music styles do you want to mix into this track?
Twelve Foot Ninja: YES
Last time I saw Nik being that amazed by a reaction was when he reacted to Aeon by Crystal Lake
That song and video deserve it.
That song fuked me up
Leon Amann yup! 💯💯💯💯❤️🙌🏻❤️
The lyrics talk soooo much to me ! I love this song !!!
Ronnie Radke is one of most talented musicians of our time. Dude can sing, dude can rap, dude can growl, dude can scream. Holy shit.
I completely agree with toy mah dude
agree
@Josh derp because most of the other stuff they do is pretty awful (in my opinion) so this one really stands out lol
Josh derp Why do you have to be negative in all the comments you really know how to kill a mood nigga like gtfoh.
I think a lot of metal singers (I'm gonna classify him as that even though he doesn't only sing that) have very polarizing voices, either you love them or you hate them, but i think his voice is just objectively good. It's just nice to listen to.
"With falling apaaaaarrrttttt" that's the best part of this song.... really insane
''I get closer to the grave I am terrified" is my favorite part
"Crashed my car just to feel again"
Chills alwayss
3:33 i was wating your reaction that drop is soo GOOD!!!
I cannot listen to this song without getting goosebumps.
This is such a good fucking song.. it’s been so long since I’ve heard music that is so well produced that blends so many different tones together.. so so so good..
This song blew me away it was perfectly blended and it's a new type of music and Ronnie fucking nailed it!
Never was a fan, but I gotta admit, they're definitely doing something right.
By far the best blend of metal and rap I've ever heard, this song smacks
Don't care on how people are hating on ronny but the dude is INCREDIBLY talented.
Chaz Hartwayne ^^ he’s an insane talent
Chaz Hartwayne people probably hated more on him for being a fucking asshole.
I dislike him as a person because he seems like he has a violent personality. Like as a woman I wouldn't feel safe being alone with him in a room. But I can't stop listening to his music because I relate to the emotions and the trauma that he puts into the music
“Crash my car just to feel again” made me lose my shit
Sounds fun tbh. Ramming my shitbox through a tree just to see what itll do
Hit me hard too.. Since I tried it... When depression gets so bad...
it doesn’t happen often, but when I listen to a song and instantly want to hear it again, that’s when I know it’s gonna be in my life for a while 🙌🏻
"You beautiful guys!" The words "falling into love now with falling apart" really strike true with me; depression can be an addiction, after a while you don't know how to be any way else, and sickly, it becomes comforting. Brilliant.
I've now officially lost NNN when this song came out
Like the Ghostbusters, i kept on bustin bustin bustin bustin bustin bustin
GG
if they do release an album its definitely getting nominated for a grammy
The Rap artist you are talking about is NF.
No it's not. I don't think so anyway.
@@ExperiMentalDon it is. Its for the song When I grow Up. ua-cam.com/video/lxRwEPvL-mQ/v-deo.html
@@danielbrawner3677 Never mind, I just watched the part where he mentioned it. I must have missed it. I thought people were talking about the person rapping in the song. I listen to NF regularly, so I about lost it when I thought people were saying he was rapping in this song. Thanks for the info anyway though!
NF is the only rapper I have ever liked hes a freakin beast
@@ExperiMentalDon you're good it happens. Lol
It was AMAZING. The break was EASILY my favorite part outside of lyrical content. It won me the MOMENT I heard the song
This song is dope. I was so happy when UA-cam suggested me this new track
Director: Ronnie how many dead people do you want?
Ronnie: Yes
Lol
This might just be my favorite song they’ve ever done. Holy fuck.
My favorite part is when the body hits the floor on the beat😂
as far as i understand, Ronnie writes basically everything for FiR. which, if it’s true, is just a testament to his talent
He writes the lyrics and most melodies, but I do believe the band writes instruments. Atleast they did when Jacky and Ryan were in the band.
When he got out of jail, he said he had like 5 album's worth of songs.
Don't know if you missed it but the little girls hand on his shoulder was a representation of how having his daughter has saved him, has provided an anchor, a home in his heart.
The rapper you're think of is NF. He is GREAT
Rachel Bradford yeah love the tracks I’ve heard from him!
I still watch this reaction lol it is one of my favourite songs. Just awesome
Dude Falling in Reverse is killing it more and more with every song they drop! Can’t get much better than this track man! 🤘🏼
That little "ah" sound you made gets me everytime 😂. Also, idk why but seeing you so happy and excited makes me so happy and excited. This is truly a great song and an amazing breakdown of it too.
I was already waiting for this reaction lol, thank you
This song gives me goosebumps every single time I listen to it
and I listen to it a lot
This song is so fucking amazing and I love their new style so much
and I'm not even into rap
Love Falling In Reverse
In the ten years or so I've had this account I dont think I've ever commented on anything. But watching you watch this video was more entertaining than when I watched the actual music video for the first time. And I love the song and the video. Keep doing what you're doing. This genre needs great hype men.
Another song with a breakdown out of no where and I love it lol. Don't listen to much rap, but definitely enjoy Ronnie's rap. Another win for FIR imo. Also, Nik might need a change of shorts after that breakdown lmao
@Matthew Davies Entitled to your opinion i suppose.
Ronnie and falling in reverse are at the top of their game. This track is amazing. I'm waiting in absolute suspense for the lp.
4:02 No Nut November has been failed. F's in the chat
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I’ve decided that FIR are the best in the scene now. Perfect blend.
This song has literally been on repeat since I heard it three days ago it’s soooooo fucken good
My reactions exactly first time i heard this. Its still one of my fav rock songs ever.
Dude, Ronnie's ability to stay relevant while pushing exactly what he wants his music to be is INCREDIBLE. The last few songs have been awesome but this honestly may be their best song to date, like hands down. The progression from style to style was legit flawless. Love the review as usual my guy.
This is how you make rap cool for rock/metalheads, reminded me a little bit of LP
Having a respected member of the metal community hype FiR makes my heart warm
From all the reactions for this song I've seen, you are the best man. This song is soooo awesome!
I think they are amazing, every song is unique and powerful!
That moment at 4:00 when Nick has come is epic XD
Absolute perfect blend of genres and they are absolutely crushing it. This is so fresh.
Your reactions never fail to put a smile on my face well done my dude 😊
Havent had any goosebump in such a long time. This song is great my god
chorus kinda almost sounds like prayer for a refugee vocal melody wise or is that just me?
Tiny bit
Yeah was thinking the same. The first two lines are nearly the same vocal melody.
Holy fuck
holy shit yeah that's similar
I knew i recognised it from somewhere but couldnt quite put my finger on it.
A song I can completely relate to over the past week . The mixture of everything composed lyric wise is eye opening
You know the drop is real when he hits that Russian accent.
And was shocking bro when he just changed the melody immediately. Wowww and the lyrics so deep
My favorite reaction you’ve ever done. And for a song very much deserving of it 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I could not agree with you more. This right here is on a whole notha’ level. I cannot praise them enough for this release.
You don’t have to read it, (as it ended up being more drawn out and more winded than I intended it to be LOL), but this is the comment I just posted on it with some of my initial thoughts about it ❤️
“This is...... this is just............. *wow.*
I mean, in my opinion, this is one of the best songs that they have *ever.fucking.released.*
I can hardly wrap my head around it. I’ve replayed it 4 times now and I have some initial thoughts I’d like to share before I do a full analysis.
1st- Lyrically speaking, this is the best in nearly a decade. The lyrical structure, the lyrical depth, and the subject matter focused on... I mean I really *can’t even.*
2nd- The marriage of his preferred vocal styles in this particular song is *absolutely fucking magical.*
3rd- The rest of the band finally seem like they’re just as much in *their* element with this new direction, as Ronnie is... and that makes me extremely hopeful to see. That sense of cohesion is reflected in this track.
This is a FIR masterpiece.
4th- Ronnie is currently in fucking *beast mode.*
Literally and figuratively.
He gives ZERO fucks what anybody thinks about the product right now, and is just focused on the CREATING. And ya know what? By undoing the chains.....by liberating himself.... and allowing himself to fully play around with- *whatever the fuck he wants,* and experiment- *however the fuck he wants,* he has been releasing some of the best songs of his entire career. This one so good it’s set an entirely new bar.
To say that I am impressed with this track, would be an understatement. I’m sure those still reading this have already fully recognized this and I *am* sorry for having to state the obvious one last time LOL 😆
5th- Can we talk about Willow for a sec? First of all, she is just such a ridiculously gorgeous little girl. Her whole vibe is stunning. I see such an old soul in those peaceful eyes of hers.
More importantly, I hope she realizes as she gets older just how profoundly important her little appearances in these are. And how meaningful it is to Ronnie to have her there with him when he’s trying to tell his story. How impactful her role in his story has been.
See, as the Mother of a 4 year old little girl... the connection he has with her really stirs something so true and and so pure within me. He is conveying the infinite depth that IS the bond between a parent and their Child. And in particular, how strengthened that bond can become if the parent is struggling. Your Child knows you more than anyone could ever. Your Child knows you on a cellular level... and they are much smarter and much more in tune than we often like to think. Our Children are there for us in ways that is difficult to put into words. But those of us who know it, when we see her scenes with him, we know *exactly* what he is trying to say. It’s spiritual. She grounds him. She cherishes every shattered piece of him, and she is unknowingly, on a subconscious level, doing her very best to help put himself back together...
To Ronnie, right now, she really is the *only* light that can shine through all of his darkness, the only thing that can plow through all of his immense sadness and pain...
.... and right now, is it SHE that gives him the fuel, and the want... to survive.
And I get that. I truly do. Maybe someday I will be able to share my own story about that.
But for now... those are the things I just *had* to get off my chest, after this whole production just kicked me in it.
Keep doing exactly what you’re doing Ronnie and the rest of FIR, because the outcome here is absolutely fucking amazing.
*A fuckin’ +* 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻”
As we used to say back in 80's and 90's days of metal...………..THAT WAS KILLER!!!!!!!!! OMG. Love your reaction.
I will say this again, Ronnie is one of the most talented musicians. I understand his past but he’s so creative.
Dude I've watched your reaction now like 4 times because it was literally how hyped I got when I first heard this and watching your reaction gets me that much more hyped 😂🤘🏻
Really cool to see how Ronnie has finally melded rap with metalcore. I think he took the time away to figure it out and has come back with a vengeance.
This song was absolutely incredible. It blew me away too. :) ♡ I went through so many different emotions listening to it.
We’ve been waiting, Nik.
This is probably the best of your reaction videos I've seen thus far in terms of just real, honest reaction to something blowing your mind. This is what reaction videos are all about.
Lol when Ronnie hits the high note
"Yeah get up there bro" 😂😂 he does it a couple times lol
every song now from them is now an explosion of emotions!
Ok, I have HATED everything they've done for years, but this actually had me excited. Little heaviness creeping back in. Regardless, hard to ignore Ronnie's voice and their writing abilities.
Josh derp other than “drugs”, which was way overproduced, this song contains easily the heaviest thing they’ve done in years, maybe ever. “Mainstream djent” breakdown as it may be, which I’d disagree but we all have our opinions, that’s not something falling in reverse does. That’s why I personally was excited. This also felt more vocal/instrument-performance-led than most of their recent stuff. Just my opinion.
Josh derp got any more hate towards the man? Ronnie has come such a long way with changing his music style, getting clean and many other things, a ton of people are absolutely in love with this new style they are doing
Ronnie is so creative in his videos, and damn! The way he loves his fans is insane. 🖤
I was never Into falling in reverse but this song hits different, I’m pleasantly surprised
burnout1256 same here
You know your a great singer when you can make almost every style work
"fuckin werewolf? wtf?"
Nik's famous last word before he dumped in the breakdown
Just after the breakdown when he says "I'm looking for a way out", and then his daughter shows up. As someone who is battling mental illness and have children this one hit hard...