Long and jewelry nails are culturally a Japanese thing also dating back to feudal times signifying class status. The hierarchical few who dressed their nails this way indicates they were above manual labor where adorned nails would be impractical. XG took this to the extreme as being satirical and playful.
@OGReacts-w2o highly recommend and can do the color coded version, so you know who sings which part. Also reminded most of there big songs with have an MV, dance performance video, and training kids too! I hope you get to the other XG Xypher Tapes soon!
Bro, we are all waiting patiently for your reactions....I think because it reminds us of our own experiences down this damn rabbit hole...these girls really cant be this good, but we find ourselves in awe every single time with these damn girls...especially the little bald one😅... you keep doing you Dre
As someone who fell down the XG rabbit hole in September and by the year end they were my most listened to artist because they just fill the hole that has been missing in music for me since my youth, I have really enjoyed your reactions. As a parent, I too have shared them with my daughters, and they are definitely are a go to for car rides these days! I think you hit the nail on the head with why a group like this can be successfully created outside the US, particularly in a place like Japan. I think that cultural sense of community and working together is just different in the East, but I know from listening to solo Japanese artists like CHANMINA (She's a solo singer and rapper, and if you do want to hear and see a very harsh view and critique to the industry there, her song and video BIJIN is different from what these ladies are doing but definitely something to watch, IMO.), they can also dig into a fierce individualism too. This seems to just blend into creating some sort of magic in a group like XG, and I think that missing soul you spoke about in K-Pop/J-Pop comes out when the artists in the big groups break out to do their solo projects. However, with XG it's just different, they have *IT* together or apart! I also agree, with you on this song. It's amazing (and was a great introduction to Flo), but the nails always get me. 😂 However, I love their brand of weird and unique, so it's all good in the end. I will be interested to hear your take on "Tippy Toes" because I share that sentiments you have about "Mascara." For me, it's too copy paste K-Pop sounding. However, I will be really curious to hear your thoughts on "IYKYK" (A favorite of Cocona's apparently!) along with "TGIF" and "Something Ain't Right" when you get to them! To me they dive more into house and dance music that I love from the 90s and early 2000s, and the videos are a triiiiip. Spoiler alert: they are out of this world. 😉 Finally, everyone is right, "In the Rain" is so good. Might be my new favorite, which is crazy because I will always stop to dance when "IYKYK" comes on during our family lift sessions, which thankfully for everyone, are in our basement.
Hi! I like your video! I am Japanese. We have a proverb. "If you love your child, send him out on a journey." I know their parents always worries about their child. But the parents let her go to tough training with patience. All is for their child. ※ Does my English make sense?
@@tomotaka6207 I love this philosophy. I think in America we are so protective of our kids because there are more dangers here, and people are not so committed to community. I think in Japan, everyone works together to take care of young people. In America, we all have to fend for ourselves, so parents feel like they have to always watch their kids to keep them safe because they know no one else will.
OG, that one You are asking for is "In The Rain" straight Y2K R&B song , there is no MV, but they sing that live at Tower records, maybe You can check that out
How are they not superstars? Wtf is going on? These girls should be playing everywhere right now. I don't know what needs to happen in the states butwhen I turn on the fucking radio, I need to be hearing XG songs.
I don't think they have a strong US distribution partner. Like Blackpink signed a deal with Interscope in their 2nd or third year, and got more exposure. I think Avex, $1 billion parent of XGALX, is like a typical Japanese company, thinks it can organically grow their reach. They are building well in Japan and China right now, and those concerts are bringing in a lot of cash in their First Howl world tour, millions, so they are trying to build a strong base with strong profit margins, so they haven't spend a lot on social media like HYBE or YG does to pump up YT views. It's a business philosophy. Long term goals, not short term success. Quality, not quantity. High margin, not high volume, to create financial stability to grow.
Facts!!! I just took my kids to their concert here in Chicago in October!!! It was amazing. They put on an amazing show & we had the best time ever!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ #newalphas ❤❤❤❤
They rose so fast that they don’t have enough songs from their own discography for the world concert tour , thus Chisa, Juria, and Hinata have to sing covers from Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Adele, Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, and Avril Lavigne.
As a Hinata stan we always appreciate the recognition for her. She’s often slept on. Early on she was uncomfortable singing in English. she was also the only member to join training without any vocal training. I’m sure she probably liked to sing but she was recruited for her dancing. As you can see here she is coming along! She’s always there though as you saw in shooting star with the add libs. I read that she does all the ta ta ta tas in tippy toes. Can’t imagine being a singer and being in a group with Chisa and Juria. When you get to undefeated she does all the uh huhs and she’s always there in the harmonies. As Cocona has said on several occasions Hinata is XGs foundation. 🩵💎
As good as Chisa and Juria are. Hinata is the bridge that completes the vocal line. Chisa - power house. Juria - smooth and Hintata just rounds the sound. The ad lib Queen. Camillion Gal as she called herself. Being to blend with anyone. As good as the Peaches VOX was with Chisa and Juria. The live version at HITC NY with Hinata is so rounded.
The fact that in the beginning she was insecure and we didn't get to see her much in the songs, was what made me cry a lot watching this VOX for the first time, I was SO proud of her, seeing how much she grew and finally being recognized the way she deserves 🥺
I don’t know if a lot of people have noticed this but the crazy nails are a part of the hair and outfits to pay homage to the old school r&b music video looks… which is what made me love this cover even more. They didn’t just sing to take you back in time, but the music video direction and the r&b diva styling all together create and pay respect to that total old school black r&b which is why this cover felt so nostalgic to me
You right about the training, gotta check out the Documentary even if on your own. A lot of us Alphas have watched it dozens of times with other Reactors.
You're definitely right about us in America (or even Western countries) in general not being able to replicate the groups like South Korea and Japan does. Bcoz first of all, these kids are being trained very early and go through crazy rigorous training/hardships which (like you said) the parents would never allow their kids to be put through for music/dance (maybe only for sports). And no business would risk being sued or criticized for putting kids through that. Second, culturally asians are more likely to respond well to instructions from trainers/seniors and perform well within social laws and norms bcoz they mostly want to fit in to the society and not cause trouble or stand out due to how they will be perceived in their circle/society - which translates well to group dynamics and again being trained well. Kids here tend to rebel a lot, complain, and have no patience to work hard for a long term to get success (if any). Lastly, for good or for worse, people in western countries are all about ME vs "us". Anytime we have formed group, the most talented person in that group eventually leaves the group bcoz they feel like they are the star and would be better off as a solo artist. Doesn't help that usually every group has only 1/2 stars and rest are fillers so the talented ones stick out very easily and become popular. Asian groups have more balanced members and everyone can usually contribute in some ways and while there are still few members that are the "popular" ones in each group, there are usually fans of the lesser members as well. I feel like asian groups/culture are more likely to think about the herd vs american/western culture is more about "me" and "I am the star" mentality.
My sentiments exactly here! Any country/culture who has the propensity to embrace a collective WE, and put as much importance and honor to dedication thru sacrifice can possibly achieve similar progressive improvement and greatness. Western countries and cultures still struggle with this (being Asian born abroad and growing up here in the States..it’s evident when I can compare times here and there)
Loving your rants and your deep analysis on the girls. I think even in your own time or as a reaction, you should watch their XG documentaries Xtra Xtra. There are at least an hour long per episode, I forgot how many episodes though, #6, #8? and I think it will just about answer the questions you have on them, and whether any other country can do the same. In a nutshell… imagine child prodigies handpicked from 10’s of thousands, practically put into a lab perfecting their craft rapping, singing, dancing 24/7. Put under tremendous physical, mental and emotional pressure everyday. Their company and the teams around them all committed to this one goal. It’s crazy to think. Oh and just warning you, it’s a bit of a tear jerker! 😅 oh and you can even get your daughters to watch. There’s allot to take away from it and can be motivating and life changing. As a grown ass man, XG has saved my life, and I’m being serious!
So first thing is first, this is a cover of a UK girl group called FLO. Keep in mind, all the "XG VOX" videos are the vocal line which include Chisa, Juria, and Hinata only. The XG TAPES are just the rap line, Maya, Cocona, Harvey, and Jurin. Highly recommend VOX #5. And yes, many ALPHAZ are hoping that Maya joins the vocal line for a VOX in the future.
Stick with it brother. Im a metal head by nature and these girls brought me back to life. I broke my spine in 3 places in a car accident in Feb 2024 and I discovered them doing shooting star on tick tok. They are upstanding, gorgeous, hardworking, talented, human beings. I've fallen in love. The nails from what ive gathered is an old Japanese style called "gyaru" style.
“It's Friday night in the 90s, the sunset ends and the night begins to appear, you know that tonight there will be a party at someone's house and that person will be there. Close your eyes for a moment, let the sound envelop your memories and feel again THE MAGIC OF THE 90s and Y2K.” ✨ OG, thank you once again for the words of a true HipHop/R&B lover. Period. 🫵🏽🫵🏽🫵🏽 XG Ladies and Gentlemen. 🫰🏻❤️🔥
If you want to hear them all sing ( really sing ) " Is This Love " and " In The Rain " , they're only lyric videos but it highlights their picture who is singing. Incredible B-side songs from their album.
This video is part of XG's VOX playlist, which is made up of covers by the vocal line, that is, the three of them, Juria, Hinata and Chisa. It has several covers, either individually or by the three of them together, including a Michael Jackson cover by Chisa, for example. There is also a playlist by the Rap Line called Take, where they don't do covers, but they use famous rap and trap beats. Oh, an interesting fact that I forgot to mention, when they went on their first world tour there in the United States, on stage they did individual covers of songs by artists from the cities they visited.
I absolutely agree. Lets not forget that XG is a Japanese group. They were raised and trained in a Japanese culture of strict discipline and strong work ethic. Couple that with their talent and skills and you get a top tier group that consistently delivers high quality production and music. Is that something that can be duplicated in the states or in the West? Maybe. But there will never be another XG.
ALPHAZ ON DECK🐺🐺🐺 You're finally back. Creating something comparable to XG is really difficult. In the western world, nobody casts a group from the age of 11, trains them for 5-6 years and then releases them. You can't replicate the bond that was forged there here. You can see how connected the girls are with each other. In every “behind the scenes” video, in the documentary or the reality shows that exist, you can see the warmth and care for each other. I've never seen anything like it from any other group. You often see Maja standing at the edge of the stage when Chisa sings her sols and Maja has tears in her eyes. Or how some of the girls start crying with happiness after big performances. Heartwarming and unique. And if you look at the history of music, some groups don't even manage to stay together for 5 years because one or the other thinks they're better, there's no success or they simply fall out. For me, the more I watch XG, the less I like other bands. You can see how unique XG is. Yes, other bands are good too, but there really aren't any that I think have the same talent as XG. Coming close, yes, but on a par? no. With IYKYK you can look forward to a great london garage beat.
You should react to two songs of theirs recently that don’t have music vids, but there are color coded lyric videos with the names of members singing their parts. This gives you a chance to master the names and match them with look of the members. The songs are IN THE RAIN and IS THIS LOVE
The VOX series is for the vocalist just how the TAPES are for the rap line. Like you said it is a cover from a British girl group named FLO and they make great music too!
The nails were distracting. 😂but they knocked this out the park. It’s a cover by Flo. The original artists gave them shout outs too. I agree on Maya and Coco, they have soul
Chisa did all parts in studio, and created the vocal styling for the 3 of them. There is a lot of vocal styling on this, a lot of background vocals and harmonies, which wasn't mentioned by OG, only nails for him, lol. 😂
Dre please be sure to check out the original for this song by Flo. XG made this their own, but the original is what made Chisa want to cover it, it's amazing.
Chisa, Juria and Hinata is the vocal line of the group. That's why in those vox videos they only have those 3... The other 4 girls are rap line, they do those cypher tape videos. And the first girl singing was juria
18:16 as another reactor said, "they just light skinded" edit: Juria has long fingers to begin with so the long nails added to long fingers make it look alien and she absolutely loves it and goes along with it
My second comment on this reaction. I couldn't agree with you more on everything you said ....we could not give our kids up for this amount of time for any reason, to accomplish anything..... everything else you said was on point also from the nail to close your eyes. Dre for best reactioner on the internet
You’re right when you say their parents basically gave them to the production company. I believe cocona and maya were 10 or 11 when they started the training program, and it’s a boarding situation. I think very few parents in America would be willing to send their kids off at such a young age, even if it were legal to run that kind of training program here (which I’m not sure about).
Yep 👍🏽 11 years old but remember they were in AVEX prior to that. HINATA came from a smaller city but she was in dance earlier. HARVEY & JURIN were models first. 🪩🎼✨🕺🏻🎶
@@leesmith9872facts. Those girls are bilingual (Maya is trilingual), very respectful, humble, and work hard. I’m not even sure they graduated high school. Regardless, they are very smart & talented.
Juria with the bangs. Chisa with the red hair and first chorus. You know which is Hinata. Today is Chisa 23rd bday by the way. Happy birthday solo queen! And they just having some fun with the fingernails. Coco from SWV style. They show homage all over the place.
12:19 Did you ask where Chisa, Juria and Hinata were on the Tapes (Xypher was Tape #2)? Now your question is answered... Tapes are rap line, Vox series is the vocalists. Official group tracks include all the members.
The VOX Series is an introduction to the Vocal line. Mainly covers. So it will be in English, Japanese or Korean The Tapes is an introduction to the Rap line. In English, Japanese and Korean. The Dance series is an intro to their dancing. It's a cover of UK girl group Flo Chisa arranged thos with Hinata and Juria. There's a behind the scene vid on this.
I was a little disappointed they didn't perform this song during the US tour but then they replaced it with Say My Name which just takes their talents to another level. Chisa really shows her inner Beyonce on this cover.
You should check out their documentary Xtra Xtra. There’s 8 episodes and they are long, but you see the hardships all the girls had to endure to get to where they are. The documentary showcases their 5 year training period and you’ll appreciate them even more. I don’t think to the US will able this adopt type of training system…probably will violate many child labor laws. VCha is going through this now. Some trainees start at as early as 10.
ok and now I see we have the wall of sneakers, so the fits are always on point in true OG fashion!!! 😄 I was waiting on this one but didn't expect it so soon. This performance was so well done and took me back to the late 90's. Take care and happy new year!!!
The Tapes shows of the Rappers. The VOX shows of the Vocalists (thats why you only see Chisa, Hinata, and Jiria). And the Moves shows all of them as Dancers.
There is a group using the Korean training in the states. Called something like vicha, or similar. The company been sued at the moment. The call it child labour, child abuse and so on. Doubtfull it will end up in anything. Nice reaction as always👍
Humbly requesting you react to XTRA XTRA Episode XX, the beginning of their documentary. It's only 10 mins as an intro to the rest of the series, but you'll see so much from those 10 mins. If you don't want to react to the rest of the extended series here, all good, but highly recommend checking out on your own. That XX episode is a great way to kick off. ALPHAZ ON DECK! 🐺🐺🐺🐺
In the west there is a lack of commitment, too much entitlement attitude and pure selfishness, outside of sports there is no way and even in sports that mindset is still prevalent, everyone is only out for themselves so team work doesn’t work, as far as the nails are concerned it makes sense given that whole thing started in ancient Babylon/Egypt/the orient it was a show of prominence and power way back in history
I am convinced that if basketball and football could be played by one person and it was a big market, the team sports would breakdown as well just like how girl/boy groups break down eventually here. The top players would all leave to go solo and make all the money for themselves. The only reason team sports (few areas of people in groups in western market) work here is bcoz the sports can only be played as a group.
As usual your observations and commentary are spot on. Think of the Asian/ Korean music industry as analogous to the football academies of Europe such as Barcelona, Man United or Real Madrid and others. The academies scout talent from child players like Lionel Messi and then immerse them in all phases of the game 24/7. The parent signs over the child like Leo to Barca academy. It’s brutally competitive and many kids get cut as they progress. Those who make it might graduate to the main squad. In the S Korea K-pop system the companies like YG, SM, JYP, Hybe etc have similar academies or training programs. Thats how Lisa, Rose, Jennie and Jisoo from Blackpink made their bones. Simon from XGALX created a similar training system for AVAX and XG members went through the same grueling audition and training process for years which is how they refined their skills and teamwork over their training years. You hit it right when you mentioned they value team over individual. Before each concert they huddle up, clasp hands and shout “Hesonoo” to signify their “sisterhood”. This is all shown in their documentary Xtra Xtra and well known to Alphaz (fandom).
You are so right. We couldn’t have that here. People too focused on their individual “come up” . Plus the backing and support of a company wouldn’t do that in the states. In my opinion.
If you want another song where they can hold down, In The Rain is a great choice to react to. If you want the rappers to sing, that song is a good one to see them in their vocal lane. They don't have an official MV for it, so if you want to know who's singing what, color coded lyrics by either Chaereve or MTMC is good (the one done by ShadowByYoongi has errors). Like you, my preference for music tends to lean into the R&B & hip hop side the most, so out of XG's discography, a tier list I think you'd enjoy: In The Rain Winter Without You Shooting Star Left Right New Dance Girl GVNG (Gang) Undefeated Woke Up Howling Something Ain't Right These songs for me are still fire, but not really on a "put on my playlist" tier: Is This Love IYKYK TGIF Puppet Show Mascara Tippy Toes
When Simon introduced XG's goals to those talented producers in Atlanta, he was called crazy by them, and that was before the girls debuted. But so far, 2 of the 3 goals have been achieved, and the third one will be achieved in April.
And this is also part of the VOX videos. The short videos they do are to showcase them individually. So you have Harvey, Maya, Cocona, and Jurin doing the Tapes series, Juria, Hinata, and Chisa doing the Vox series, and they all do parts for the Mov series which is them dancing. This is a cover of a song by a group called FLO. They are a 3 woman group based out of the UK
As an old head i'm surprised you don't remember them long assss 90's nails lol. I believe thats the aesthetic they were going for.
Thank you!!! Think back to SWV 😉
@@missladylexx was just gonna say SWV! Did Brownstone have long nails too?
I totally remember long nails and I get what they were trying to accomplish. They just looked super weird(to me), just like they did then.
@@OGReacts-w2o nah it's fine unc I personally ain't a fan of them long ass nails too 😅
Long and jewelry nails are culturally a Japanese thing also dating back to feudal times signifying class status. The hierarchical few who dressed their nails this way indicates they were above manual labor where adorned nails would be impractical. XG took this to the extreme as being satirical and playful.
For more amazing XG r&b vibes I recommend In The Rain. I love it so much.
Noted!
Absolutly. I love this song
@@OGReacts-w2oi second this recommendation. TLC vibes, SWV 90s energy for sure!
You will definitely vibe with In The Rain.
@OGReacts-w2o highly recommend and can do the color coded version, so you know who sings which part. Also reminded most of there big songs with have an MV, dance performance video, and training kids too! I hope you get to the other XG Xypher Tapes soon!
Us old heads really appreciate this kind of throw back style songs. It reminds us of our youth and the good times and people we had.
100%
and here I am feeling like an old head at 24😂
Bro, we are all waiting patiently for your reactions....I think because it reminds us of our own experiences down this damn rabbit hole...these girls really cant be this good, but we find ourselves in awe every single time with these damn girls...especially the little bald one😅... you keep doing you Dre
appreciate you!
@ogreacts i shared your stuff on facebook..I feel that strongly about your genuine reactions...hope you get more subs from it
the way their latest album is titled AWE
As someone who fell down the XG rabbit hole in September and by the year end they were my most listened to artist because they just fill the hole that has been missing in music for me since my youth, I have really enjoyed your reactions. As a parent, I too have shared them with my daughters, and they are definitely are a go to for car rides these days!
I think you hit the nail on the head with why a group like this can be successfully created outside the US, particularly in a place like Japan. I think that cultural sense of community and working together is just different in the East, but I know from listening to solo Japanese artists like CHANMINA (She's a solo singer and rapper, and if you do want to hear and see a very harsh view and critique to the industry there, her song and video BIJIN is different from what these ladies are doing but definitely something to watch, IMO.), they can also dig into a fierce individualism too. This seems to just blend into creating some sort of magic in a group like XG, and I think that missing soul you spoke about in K-Pop/J-Pop comes out when the artists in the big groups break out to do their solo projects. However, with XG it's just different, they have *IT* together or apart!
I also agree, with you on this song. It's amazing (and was a great introduction to Flo), but the nails always get me. 😂 However, I love their brand of weird and unique, so it's all good in the end.
I will be interested to hear your take on "Tippy Toes" because I share that sentiments you have about "Mascara." For me, it's too copy paste K-Pop sounding.
However, I will be really curious to hear your thoughts on "IYKYK" (A favorite of Cocona's apparently!) along with "TGIF" and "Something Ain't Right" when you get to them! To me they dive more into house and dance music that I love from the 90s and early 2000s, and the videos are a triiiiip. Spoiler alert: they are out of this world. 😉
Finally, everyone is right, "In the Rain" is so good. Might be my new favorite, which is crazy because I will always stop to dance when "IYKYK" comes on during our family lift sessions, which thankfully for everyone, are in our basement.
You are appreciated! Keep dancing!
@OGReacts-w2o Thank you! Your reactions are so genuine and honest, and I always appreciate them. Have a wonderful weekend!
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Hi! I like your video!
I am Japanese.
We have a proverb.
"If you love your child, send him out on a journey."
I know their parents always worries about their child. But the parents let her go to tough training with patience.
All is for their child.
※ Does my English make sense?
It totally makes sense!
@@tomotaka6207 I love this philosophy. I think in America we are so protective of our kids because there are more dangers here, and people are not so committed to community. I think in Japan, everyone works together to take care of young people. In America, we all have to fend for ourselves, so parents feel like they have to always watch their kids to keep them safe because they know no one else will.
@@tomotaka6207 that's why the kids go to school alone since early childhood
That's because those 3 are the harmony and the melody.That's what you're getting tonight
OG, that one You are asking for is "In The Rain" straight Y2K R&B song , there is no MV, but they sing that live at Tower records, maybe You can check that out
100% agree about maya
How are they not superstars? Wtf is going on? These girls should be playing everywhere right now. I don't know what needs to happen in the states butwhen I turn on the fucking radio, I need to be hearing XG songs.
Facts
I don't think they have a strong US distribution partner. Like Blackpink signed a deal with Interscope in their 2nd or third year, and got more exposure. I think Avex, $1 billion parent of XGALX, is like a typical Japanese company, thinks it can organically grow their reach. They are building well in Japan and China right now, and those concerts are bringing in a lot of cash in their First Howl world tour, millions, so they are trying to build a strong base with strong profit margins, so they haven't spend a lot on social media like HYBE or YG does to pump up YT views. It's a business philosophy. Long term goals, not short term success. Quality, not quantity. High margin, not high volume, to create financial stability to grow.
Facts!!! I just took my kids to their concert here in Chicago in October!!! It was amazing. They put on an amazing show & we had the best time ever!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ #newalphas ❤❤❤❤
"If you close your eyes you would think you're listening to three little black girls"
They rose so fast that they don’t have enough songs from their own discography for the world concert tour , thus Chisa, Juria, and Hinata have to sing covers from Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Adele, Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, and Avril Lavigne.
As a Hinata stan we always appreciate the recognition for her. She’s often slept on. Early on she was uncomfortable singing in English. she was also the only member to join training without any vocal training. I’m sure she probably liked to sing but she was recruited for her dancing.
As you can see here she is coming along! She’s always there though as you saw in shooting star with the add libs. I read that she does all the ta ta ta tas in tippy toes. Can’t imagine being a singer and being in a group with Chisa and Juria. When you get to undefeated she does all the uh huhs and she’s always there in the harmonies. As Cocona has said on several occasions Hinata is XGs foundation.
🩵💎
Yooo, melts my heart to see such words and find another Hinata stan! May you live long and prosper, my friend!
She’s moving up my XG ladder
As good as Chisa and Juria are. Hinata is the bridge that completes the vocal line. Chisa - power house. Juria - smooth and Hintata just rounds the sound. The ad lib Queen. Camillion Gal as she called herself. Being to blend with anyone. As good as the Peaches VOX was with Chisa and Juria. The live version at HITC NY with Hinata is so rounded.
The fact that in the beginning she was insecure and we didn't get to see her much in the songs, was what made me cry a lot watching this VOX for the first time, I was SO proud of her, seeing how much she grew and finally being recognized the way she deserves 🥺
I don’t know if a lot of people have noticed this but the crazy nails are a part of the hair and outfits to pay homage to the old school r&b music video looks… which is what made me love this cover even more. They didn’t just sing to take you back in time, but the music video direction and the r&b diva styling all together create and pay respect to that total old school black r&b which is why this cover felt so nostalgic to me
You are giving the look of a proud father.
You right about the training, gotta check out the Documentary even if on your own. A lot of us Alphas have watched it dozens of times with other Reactors.
You're definitely right about us in America (or even Western countries) in general not being able to replicate the groups like South Korea and Japan does.
Bcoz first of all, these kids are being trained very early and go through crazy rigorous training/hardships which (like you said) the parents would never allow their kids to be put through for music/dance (maybe only for sports). And no business would risk being sued or criticized for putting kids through that.
Second, culturally asians are more likely to respond well to instructions from trainers/seniors and perform well within social laws and norms bcoz they mostly want to fit in to the society and not cause trouble or stand out due to how they will be perceived in their circle/society - which translates well to group dynamics and again being trained well. Kids here tend to rebel a lot, complain, and have no patience to work hard for a long term to get success (if any).
Lastly, for good or for worse, people in western countries are all about ME vs "us". Anytime we have formed group, the most talented person in that group eventually leaves the group bcoz they feel like they are the star and would be better off as a solo artist. Doesn't help that usually every group has only 1/2 stars and rest are fillers so the talented ones stick out very easily and become popular. Asian groups have more balanced members and everyone can usually contribute in some ways and while there are still few members that are the "popular" ones in each group, there are usually fans of the lesser members as well. I feel like asian groups/culture are more likely to think about the herd vs american/western culture is more about "me" and "I am the star" mentality.
Agreed!
And they don't have to go to a Diddy party. That's the problem with The west.
lol
My sentiments exactly here! Any country/culture who has the propensity to embrace a collective WE, and put as much importance and honor to dedication thru sacrifice can possibly achieve similar progressive improvement and greatness. Western countries and cultures still struggle with this (being Asian born abroad and growing up here in the States..it’s evident when I can compare times here and there)
Loving your rants and your deep analysis on the girls.
I think even in your own time or as a reaction, you should watch their XG documentaries Xtra Xtra. There are at least an hour long per episode, I forgot how many episodes though, #6, #8? and I think it will just about answer the questions you have on them, and whether any other country can do the same. In a nutshell… imagine child prodigies handpicked from 10’s of thousands, practically put into a lab perfecting their craft rapping, singing, dancing 24/7. Put under tremendous physical, mental and emotional pressure everyday. Their company and the teams around them all committed to this one goal. It’s crazy to think. Oh and just warning you, it’s a bit of a tear jerker! 😅 oh and you can even get your daughters to watch. There’s allot to take away from it and can be motivating and life changing. As a grown ass man, XG has saved my life, and I’m being serious!
Love this!
Vocals…. Rap….dance…. This group! 😮😮😮
So first thing is first, this is a cover of a UK girl group called FLO. Keep in mind, all the "XG VOX" videos are the vocal line which include Chisa, Juria, and Hinata only. The XG TAPES are just the rap line, Maya, Cocona, Harvey, and Jurin. Highly recommend VOX #5. And yes, many ALPHAZ are hoping that Maya joins the vocal line for a VOX in the future.
I see Gizmo I upvote :D
@@frogbound haha appreciate it
Stick with it brother. Im a metal head by nature and these girls brought me back to life. I broke my spine in 3 places in a car accident in Feb 2024 and I discovered them doing shooting star on tick tok. They are upstanding, gorgeous, hardworking, talented, human beings. I've fallen in love. The nails from what ive gathered is an old Japanese style called "gyaru" style.
Ayyy Shooting Star on tik tok got me in Dec of 2023. I'm glad to see someone else brought in for the same reason as me 😂
“It's Friday night in the 90s, the sunset ends and the night begins to appear, you know that tonight there will be a party at someone's house and that person will be there. Close your eyes for a moment, let the sound envelop your memories and feel again THE MAGIC OF THE 90s and Y2K.” ✨
OG, thank you once again for the words of a true HipHop/R&B lover. Period. 🫵🏽🫵🏽🫵🏽
XG Ladies and Gentlemen. 🫰🏻❤️🔥
My pleasure
My last point is that I love that they experiment with different genres of music and slay every one of them. Love your soap box moments.
Thank you!
The nails are a characteristic touch so as not to forget that they are something out of this world. Heavenly
they are also a Japanese status that dates back to Feudal time. Usually not as crazy long but adorned with designs.
If you want to hear them all sing ( really sing ) " Is This Love " and " In The Rain " , they're only lyric videos but it highlights their picture who is singing. Incredible B-side songs from their album.
Your loving smile at Hinata is so real.
also - whether on ur own time or here, don't miss checking out the og version from Flo! both are wonderful
Vocal Line: Chisa, Juria, Hinata
Rap Line: Jurin, Harvey, Maya, Coco
Juria*
This video is part of XG's VOX playlist, which is made up of covers by the vocal line, that is, the three of them, Juria, Hinata and Chisa. It has several covers, either individually or by the three of them together, including a Michael Jackson cover by Chisa, for example. There is also a playlist by the Rap Line called Take, where they don't do covers, but they use famous rap and trap beats.
Oh, an interesting fact that I forgot to mention, when they went on their first world tour there in the United States, on stage they did individual covers of songs by artists from the cities they visited.
03:45 speaking facts,. ✌✌✌✌🙌🙌🙌🙌
22:48 Maya is the GOAT all rounder bro
I really enjoyed watching you experience this song your little proud smile throughout listening to it warmed my heart! 😍
You spoke true facts in the beginning OG 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
I try
I absolutely agree. Lets not forget that XG is a Japanese group. They were raised and trained in a Japanese culture of strict discipline and strong work ethic. Couple that with their talent and skills and you get a top tier group that consistently delivers high quality production and music. Is that something that can be duplicated in the states or in the West? Maybe. But there will never be another XG.
Vox is Latin for voice, thus featuring the vocal line.
ALPHAZ ON DECK🐺🐺🐺 You're finally back. Creating something comparable to XG is really difficult. In the western world, nobody casts a group from the age of 11, trains them for 5-6 years and then releases them. You can't replicate the bond that was forged there here. You can see how connected the girls are with each other. In every “behind the scenes” video, in the documentary or the reality shows that exist, you can see the warmth and care for each other. I've never seen anything like it from any other group. You often see Maja standing at the edge of the stage when Chisa sings her sols and Maja has tears in her eyes. Or how some of the girls start crying with happiness after big performances. Heartwarming and unique. And if you look at the history of music, some groups don't even manage to stay together for 5 years because one or the other thinks they're better, there's no success or they simply fall out.
For me, the more I watch XG, the less I like other bands. You can see how unique XG is. Yes, other bands are good too, but there really aren't any that I think have the same talent as XG. Coming close, yes, but on a par? no.
With IYKYK you can look forward to a great london garage beat.
You should react to two songs of theirs recently that don’t have music vids, but there are color coded lyric videos with the names of members singing their parts. This gives you a chance to master the names and match them with look of the members. The songs are IN THE RAIN and IS THIS LOVE
Best layout for your reactions / mv display thus far. On a side note, shoe game display ON POINT!! 🔥🔥🔥
Appreciate that
The VOX series is for the vocalist just how the TAPES are for the rap line. Like you said it is a cover from a British girl group named FLO and they make great music too!
The nails were distracting. 😂but they knocked this out the park. It’s a cover by Flo. The original artists gave them shout outs too. I agree on Maya and Coco, they have soul
Early gang! Alpha alpha we gon ride or die!
Man I addict to your XG rabbit hole lol
Glad to have you!
Bangs is Juria...you got it!!!
Chisa was supposed to do this song alone also but she wanted/invited juria and Hinata on it also
And they just hopped on it and slayed the fuck out of it.
Chisa did all parts in studio, and created the vocal styling for the 3 of them. There is a lot of vocal styling on this, a lot of background vocals and harmonies, which wasn't mentioned by OG, only nails for him, lol. 😂
Dre please be sure to check out the original for this song by Flo. XG made this their own, but the original is what made Chisa want to cover it, it's amazing.
Chisa, Juria and Hinata is the vocal line of the group. That's why in those vox videos they only have those 3... The other 4 girls are rap line, they do those cypher tape videos. And the first girl singing was juria
YESSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!! the one I’ve been waiting for.
OG XG dropped Xtra XG 56 Awich THE HOPE 24 🔥🔥 Losing You is a cover from Flo Chisa, Juria, Hinata killed it 😊
18:16 as another reactor said, "they just light skinded"
edit: Juria has long fingers to begin with so the long nails added to long fingers make it look alien and she absolutely loves it and goes along with it
I HIGHLY recommend in the rain if you really want that R&B vibes
My second comment on this reaction. I couldn't agree with you more on everything you said ....we could not give our kids up for this amount of time for any reason, to accomplish anything..... everything else you said was on point also from the nail to close your eyes. Dre for best reactioner on the internet
No, you’re the best!
You’re right when you say their parents basically gave them to the production company. I believe cocona and maya were 10 or 11 when they started the training program, and it’s a boarding situation. I think very few parents in America would be willing to send their kids off at such a young age, even if it were legal to run that kind of training program here (which I’m not sure about).
I'd rather give my child to XGALX than the public school system in America.
Yep 👍🏽 11 years old but remember they were in AVEX prior to that. HINATA came from a smaller city but she was in dance earlier. HARVEY & JURIN were models first. 🪩🎼✨🕺🏻🎶
@@leesmith9872facts. Those girls are bilingual (Maya is trilingual), very respectful, humble, and work hard. I’m not even sure they graduated high school. Regardless, they are very smart & talented.
I really enjoy your exposition in your videos.
I appreciate that!
Hope you feel better soon 🙏 XG are 🔥💜🐺✌️🇮🇪
Chisa always touches my soul when she sings
hinata's sweet angelic voice is perfect for r&b!! i love her voice so much. she is severely underrated. and i agree with you, she's the cutest!!
We here!!! 🔥💯
Go girls!! Go OG!!
With xg, we be doin the alien thing in every song 😂
Juria with the bangs. Chisa with the red hair and first chorus. You know which is Hinata. Today is Chisa 23rd bday by the way. Happy birthday solo queen!
And they just having some fun with the fingernails. Coco from SWV style. They show homage all over the place.
12:19 Did you ask where Chisa, Juria and Hinata were on the Tapes (Xypher was Tape #2)? Now your question is answered... Tapes are rap line, Vox series is the vocalists. Official group tracks include all the members.
17:45 *trying to think through all the feels but eventually gave in* ...
"...but... You go, girls!" 😂
The VOX Series is an introduction to the Vocal line. Mainly covers. So it will be in English, Japanese or Korean
The Tapes is an introduction to the Rap line. In English, Japanese and Korean.
The Dance series is an intro to their dancing.
It's a cover of UK girl group Flo
Chisa arranged thos with Hinata and Juria. There's a behind the scene vid on this.
Oh and for Chisa check out her performance of “I’ll Never Love Again”
This song, live, is EVERYTHING!
I was a little disappointed they didn't perform this song during the US tour but then they replaced it with Say My Name which just takes their talents to another level. Chisa really shows her inner Beyonce on this cover.
oh HELL yes been waiting for this one
You should check out their documentary Xtra Xtra. There’s 8 episodes and they are long, but you see the hardships all the girls had to endure to get to where they are. The documentary showcases their 5 year training period and you’ll appreciate them even more. I don’t think to the US will able this adopt type of training system…probably will violate many child labor laws. VCha is going through this now. Some trainees start at as early as 10.
[XG VOX #5] XGLEE CLUB (HINATA, JURIA, CHISA) this is a trial by fire
The nails represent claws aka the claws are purchase directed the song for all 3 of them
I love your insights sir. It’s definitely a needed conversation. Thank you
Thanks for listening
ok and now I see we have the wall of sneakers, so the fits are always on point in true OG fashion!!! 😄
I was waiting on this one but didn't expect it so soon. This performance was so well done and took me back to the late 90's. Take care and happy new year!!!
You already know!
The Tapes shows of the Rappers. The VOX shows of the Vocalists (thats why you only see Chisa, Hinata, and Jiria). And the Moves shows all of them as Dancers.
There is a group using the Korean training in the states. Called something like vicha, or similar. The company been sued at the moment. The call it child labour, child abuse and so on.
Doubtfull it will end up in anything.
Nice reaction as always👍
Humbly requesting you react to XTRA XTRA Episode XX, the beginning of their documentary. It's only 10 mins as an intro to the rest of the series, but you'll see so much from those 10 mins. If you don't want to react to the rest of the extended series here, all good, but highly recommend checking out on your own. That XX episode is a great way to kick off. ALPHAZ ON DECK! 🐺🐺🐺🐺
Oh boy. Looking forward to your next 2 reactions! They might leave the same impression Mascara did but we shall see!
😭 over 90' nails in r&b
ALPHAZ ON DECK🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺
Your back , great to see you . Sorry your not feeling there . Get well soon. JURIN JURIN JURIN
This is, by far, my fav channel at this moment
Thank you!
Well said old school I feel the same way you do thanks for the soap-box speech 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
The women in the Japanese music scene are ruling every genre of music. Xg and Hanabie are perfect examples of that.
In the west there is a lack of commitment, too much entitlement attitude and pure selfishness, outside of sports there is no way and even in sports that mindset is still prevalent, everyone is only out for themselves so team work doesn’t work, as far as the nails are concerned it makes sense given that whole thing started in ancient Babylon/Egypt/the orient it was a show of prominence and power way back in history
I am convinced that if basketball and football could be played by one person and it was a big market, the team sports would breakdown as well just like how girl/boy groups break down eventually here. The top players would all leave to go solo and make all the money for themselves. The only reason team sports (few areas of people in groups in western market) work here is bcoz the sports can only be played as a group.
As usual your observations and commentary are spot on. Think of the Asian/ Korean music industry as analogous to the football academies of Europe such as Barcelona, Man United or Real Madrid and others. The academies scout talent from child players like Lionel Messi and then immerse them in all phases of the game 24/7. The parent signs over the child like Leo to Barca academy. It’s brutally competitive and many kids get cut as they progress. Those who make it might graduate to the main squad. In the S Korea K-pop system the companies like YG, SM, JYP, Hybe etc have similar academies or training programs. Thats how Lisa, Rose, Jennie and Jisoo from Blackpink made their bones. Simon from XGALX created a similar training system for AVAX and XG members went through the same grueling audition and training process for years which is how they refined their skills and teamwork over their training years. You hit it right when you mentioned they value team over individual. Before each concert they huddle up, clasp hands and shout “Hesonoo” to signify their “sisterhood”. This is all shown in their documentary Xtra Xtra and well known to Alphaz (fandom).
They Even Say " I Love You" everyone and every single one of them before stage
Loving the journey through XG's discography keep it up OG much love from Alphaz
Reaction 12:48
That's because this is the vox the singing line, the tapes are the rap line
That's what you fucking call PERFECTION!
This was covered I believe and they killed it but they do have an original off their new album AWE called, In the Rain 🌧️
Loving these 3 just harmonizing, Hinata's eyes get me everytime. This will go on a Playlist along with Winter without you.
THIIIISSS ISSSS THEEEEE ONEEEE !!!!!!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
You are so right. We couldn’t have that here. People too focused on their individual “come up” . Plus the backing and support of a company wouldn’t do that in the states. In my opinion.
If you want another song where they can hold down, In The Rain is a great choice to react to. If you want the rappers to sing, that song is a good one to see them in their vocal lane. They don't have an official MV for it, so if you want to know who's singing what, color coded lyrics by either Chaereve or MTMC is good (the one done by ShadowByYoongi has errors).
Like you, my preference for music tends to lean into the R&B & hip hop side the most, so out of XG's discography, a tier list I think you'd enjoy:
In The Rain
Winter Without You
Shooting Star
Left Right
New Dance
Girl GVNG (Gang)
Undefeated
Woke Up
Howling
Something Ain't Right
These songs for me are still fire, but not really on a "put on my playlist" tier:
Is This Love
IYKYK
TGIF
Puppet Show
Mascara
Tippy Toes
When Simon introduced XG's goals to those talented producers in Atlanta, he was called crazy by them, and that was before the girls debuted. But so far, 2 of the 3 goals have been achieved, and the third one will be achieved in April.
This is the Vocal Line
FYI, you need to go back to GRL GVNG (girl gang) and check out both the ASL version and then the dance practice, specifically in that order. 🐺🐺🐺🐺
Forgot to add that your reaction was great. Keep 'em coming.
Thank you! Will do!
How come no one has mentioned the kicks Unc. Nice shoe collection. Them J's are 🔥 I got 13 pairs myself 😊
Thank you!
Amazing how much I like XG. Found them when my daughter got into KPop. I was struggling getting into it until XG!
And this is also part of the VOX videos. The short videos they do are to showcase them individually. So you have Harvey, Maya, Cocona, and Jurin doing the Tapes series, Juria, Hinata, and Chisa doing the Vox series, and they all do parts for the Mov series which is them dancing. This is a cover of a song by a group called FLO. They are a 3 woman group based out of the UK