Killing Me Softly With His Song - The Fugees | Dad's First Reaction!
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0:00 Intro
2:30 Killing Me Softly
7:33 Discussion
When this came out EVERYONE was playing it and EVERYONE loved Lauryn.
I miss the 90s sometimes.
Right!!
Sometimes…..
Miss the 90s all the time
I miss the 90’s every day. A simpler time.
I miss the 90s all the time.
I believe it's actually the only song that has won Grammys two different times. Roberta Flack and The Fugees both won a Grammy with the song.
According to Wyclef, he just wanted Lauryn to sing the song by herself. She was worried that people wouldn’t know it was a Fugees song and asked Wyclef to do something on the track. This is what he did because he thought anything else (a rap verse for example) would take away from the song.
U better know your hip hop history 💪🏾
I don't think it was about a rap verse, they was beefing at the time wyclef didn't want to do the song but they said it wouldn't be a fugee's without him so that's why only says " one time, two times"
Dad has very good taste and wisdom. I instantly hated Wyclef's interjections when this song came out and still do. It nearly corrupts the whole song. Rumors suggest he had a power complex and felt he just had to leave his musical mark. Also, he wants to take a traditional Black American love song and add his carribean inflections. Remember, this guy tried to run for president of Haiti.
Love this!!! I consider myself Fugees fan and didn’t know this!
@@nigginthewoodpile7721 he definitely one person who tried to force himself on the listeners. I can't think of one song I like of him as solo. He needed them.. especially her.
Kai I hope you realise you have a Dad that many of us dream of having. Much love and respect to the both of you.
Very true ✌️
Totally agree...the magic they share is beautiful
Absolutely
I second this! He is a blessing.
Beautiful father & son relationship ❤❤
I think if you're going to do the Fugees you should do ready or not to show your dad Lauryn Hill's rap skills!
YES INDEED
Yess
This is a good one
🙌💯💯💯
Absolutely❣️
Dad said "Nah I don't need the lyrics for this one, this is my era!" Love it! ❤️
Even Roberta Flack loved this rendition!!! I saw her and the Fugees together, singing this....PHENOMENAL!!!!!!!!!!!! LOVE the reactions and the music!!!!!!
Wow - we just have to see that! Thanks for the tip. - Kai’s dad
@@frontroom Roberta Flack also did a small cameo in the video for this song as well.
@@harlemsfinest7707 I thought so, too, but couldn’t remember….thanks!!! 😁
@@catherineprince5345 it was so quick that it’s easy to miss her.
Did you know that Roberta flack wasn’t the original singer, it was released a year earlier by Lori Lieberman
Roberta's version is like silky honey and the fugees version is cinematic and catchy.
I like that interpretation. :) Thanks for tuning in. - Kai’s dad
I love the original but I also absolutely love the fugees version. I really appreciate Lauryns passionate sultry voice
@@blackbruja5737 Roberta Flack’a wasn’t the original, hers was a cover.
@@PapeySapote Roberta's was the original hit that became a musical standard
Dad was feeling that beat 😂his head was bobbing, feet was tapping, chest moving, finger tapping ❤
Its just anita Applebum lol
Apparently Lauryn didn't want to do this song because she was trying to shake off her history of being a singer in the movie Sister Act 2 & be taken seriously as an emcee. They literally had to force her to do it & it turned out to be their biggest song ever so she started being more comfortable singing & even playing the guitar live on stage (which she jokes about in her Mtv Unplugged performance.
Didn’t know she played guitar on top of being an impeccable singer. Gone up a notch in my estimation then - if that’s possible! - Ka’s dad
@@frontroom I'm happy to hear that... Her guitar melody from the song "Mystery of Iniquity" was sampled by Kanye West for his song "All Falls Down". It would be great if Ka could play that for you. Anyway you're the coolest, I love your energy👍
@@frontroomshe’s a terrible guitar player
Bob Marley and Lauryn Hill "Turn your lights down low" please add this one to your line-up
I had this cd that was all tracks of new and older musicians lauren and bob, santana and rob, and tons more, best cd i had for losing yourself, 90's man i tell ya
great somg
👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
One of my favorite songs ✊🏽✊🏽✊🏽
Amazing song
You guys should do her full album. The miseducation of Lauryn Hill. I’m sure he will fall in love with her after hearing it lol 😂
I second this!
Every song from beginning to end was amazing!! An album of a lifetime for sure 💕
Agreed 100 percent!
That album was weak
@@tyronetucker3093 You have to either be a troll or have extremely poor comprehension skills because that album was a masterpiece. It’s one of those albums that nothing you can say or do will diminish.
Lauryn hill - the sweetest thing
Lauryn hill - turn your lights down low
Lauryn hill - nothing even matters
Anything of these 3 would be a great lauryn song to play next all powerful songs
When the beat drops on “The Sweetest Thing” 😩😩😩😩
@@SixOh1 mannn then she start hitting them vocals omg
I love all these but I loveee The Sweetest Thing!
Yes the sweetest thing!
Yess! All great selections 👌
This is a mash up of Roberta Flack and A Tribe Called Quest.. “Killing me softly” and “Bonita Applebum”.
Bonita applebum I hear it now lol appreciate that
Never knew this…ty
I never realized that!
In my opinion, Lauryn's singing voice is on full display in her song "For Zion" from Miseducation. But you should also react to her rapping as she is phenomenal at that too.
Agreed. I noticed the other day that she hit an extremely high whistle note at the end of the song. She showed off her range beautifully.
I agree and even requested Zion on previous videos. That’s my favorite song from that album. ❤️
I think "Tell Him" is another great example of her vocal talent
Yes indeed. Zion is one of the greatest. I also enjoy mystery of inequity because she exposes the crooked system
@@iamkatykabha such an underrated gem!
This song still feels as good to me as when it came out so long ago. A culture classic for sure!
As a biracial kid who grew up in a white family I always liked rap / R&B music but my family never gave it a shot it’s actually really cool to see somebody from a different culture give this a chance and actually enjoy it 😎
Glad to have you along on this journey! - Kai
@@frontroom Thank you for all your hard work
I always choke up the minute your dad starts to get emotional... This channel is captivating and so unique.. You both have such a close energy and its beautiful 😍...I love the track...stunning..
I thought i was the only one. Why does dad have this effect 🥺🤦♀️
Same here…. So pure of a reaction and such an appreciation for geniuses and artistry at its core.
We were blessed in the 90s with so much beautiful and innovative music. It was right on the cusp of having the talent and professionalism for the craft from the generations prior and the newness and freshness of new technology and the innovations they had to offer. I’m always so proud to be a child of the 90s because I think my generation had the rarity of having the perfect mesh of old and new.
That’s feeling/sound from her that filled the room?! That’s called soul. Her voice has soul. You know it when you hear it, it’s fills you. Fills your ears and your heart
Lauryn is One of the Best! Her whole album is a Masterpiece, in my opinion. Her lyricism is so impeccable. "Doo Wop (That Thing)" & "Everything is Everything" are great upbeat vibes too.
“Mom liked it..”
“Really? I’m going to have to have a word with her about that” Lmaoooooo 😂
Dad can do no wrong, he’s too sweet lol
I opened the comments just as they were speaking to this. 😄
FYI the beat is a sample of "Bonita Applebum" by A Tribe Called Quest. Both the drum beat and the whimsical guitar chord.
They should definitely listen to a tribe called quest, they’re very good
“Bonita Applebum” is actually a sample of “Daylight” by Ramp.
Bonita Applebum sampled numerous songs like Memory Band by The Rotary Connection, and Daylight by Ramp. Check them out!
@@AlexisLexLexi Thank you Alexis.
With so many hateful, divisive and oppressive people in this world, it's truly refreshing to see how cool your dad is.
I'm addicted to these reactions.
And No, we aren't gonna hate on him for not liking certain aspects of a song(or even an entire song), it's an opinion, but an opinion coming from a good place 😊.
very refreshing
I have yet to see him say anything negative about any of the songs he’s reacted to
@@polarBEAR819 He didn't like Wyclef's adlibs in this song.
Yesssss out of all my years of UA-cam. This has to be my favorite reaction channel !!
🧡
Agreed
Agreed. Most seem a bit forced and fake to me.
I 2nd that
Lauryn is arguably the greatest vocalist in hip hop...her notes are so deliberate. I remember first hearing this and thinking the pacing is so irregular and technical. Definitely one of my favourite fugees song.
I think Mary J Blige might want a word about that.
Aaliyah cough cough 😊
This version is so raw, her voice fill the ambience and she doesn't have try hard, it's soft and powerful at the same time.
Arrested Development - People Everyday, Mr. Wendal, or Tennessee on their album 3 Years, 5 Months & 2 Days in the Life Of... (1992). Their music was very different than the hardcore gangsta rap that dominated the genre at the time. It was focused on peace, love, and spirituality.
Speech is in my top 5 lyricists of all time ♥️♥️
You gotta check out the album ADBAND dropped in 2020 Don't Fight Your Demons if u haven't already
Mr Wendal for sure!
My friends and I would sing this every lunchtime at school in Grade 9. I fell in love with Lauryn because of this song.
Also - my friends made me do the Wyclef adlib cuz I can't sing hahaha
I think Dad should throw in a song or two the young folks should listen to. The first one should be Roberta Flack - Killing Me Softly.
Yes I love this idea!!
I agree!
yup, waiting for this one, adore that songs so much and it was something my grandma and i could listen to together
Lauryn hills voice transcends time it's so iconic and her tone just sends chills through me it's incredible and never ever gets old or boring
I'm subscribing because of the sincerity between you both. Keep up the reactions.
I cry like a damn baby every time I listen to this song! Lauryn's voice is just too effin perfect!!!
Lauryn Hill is my top five female artist of all time. Beautiful elegant deep thought provoking so on and so forth. Another sister I got on my top five artists of all time would be the beautiful and lovely Nina Simone.
Should do Nina Simone's rendition of strange fruit I feel my ancestors all through that song. Shout out to Billie Holiday
Yes! Nina is absolutely phenomenal. I gotta show my dad some of her work.
Nina simone four women is another must listen.
You guys should do a reaction to "No woman No cry" by The Fugees. 🔥🔥🔥 It's another cover that they did, done by Wyclef Jean.🇭🇹
P.S. You can't hurry love is the Phil Collins song you're father is referring to.
The word you guys are looking for that makes you FEEL her from the 1st note is: SOUL! 💛💪🏾 Great reaction. I love seeing Dad’s head nodding to the beat😊 (Greetings from Richmond,
Va)
NN VA over here
Yes!!!!
Yes! Mary J Blige would be great for them to review. He’ll feel the soul in her music too
@@princessramona3324 especially her early catalog.
You guys might enjoy Lauryns song “To Zion”. Her entire solo album was amazing
They already covered it
@@jojorilu I don’t think they did it yet. Might be thinking of Ex-Factor
@@garyscott9364 u might be right 👍
Would be interesting to see a few episodes of the son reacting to some of the dads favorite songs
Fun fact: Wyclef originally wasn't going to say anything on this track. But Lauryn Hill taught him into it at the last minute.
You should hear her sing "His Eye Is On The Sparrow" from Sister Act 2
*Lori Lieberman* sang it first! I will always advocate for her when Killing Me Softly is mentioned. Her rendition is absolutely gorgeous!! 💚💚 I just wish it was on Spotify...
What a banger 🔥 I remember this from ‘96 like it was yesterday. “Oh lalala” is still undoubtedly my favorite from them.
Such a beautiful song. The 90's had such great r&b, rap and metal. O and country! Great video.
That emotion in her voice that you’re curious about is called “soul” lol
What you’re describing in Lauren’s voice is this thing the old folks call “soul”. She has soul.
This song is like the soul of New Jersey.. it’s cool to see appreciation for the culture and the bond of father and son. Salute to y’all long life, happiness and peace in these rough times 💪🏾
Thanks.Same back to you, sir! - Kai’s dad
The feeling y’all are trying to describe is soulful music. Soul music really hits you to where you can feel exactly what the artist is saying. Amazing review especially the point about her being able to contain her voice…kind of like caging the beast. Good stuff👌🏾
Pops, should definitely enjoy this one!
I felt exactly what he was saying about the adlibs. 🙏🏽
This was one of me and my daughter's favorite songs to sing when she was growing up.
The song by Roberta Flack was also featured in the controversial movie "Jesus Christ Superstar" of 1973
Superb movie!
@@OliviaGlarden that is true!
Lauren also did a cover. Cant take my eyes of you.TOO! which your Dad my know the original!
That's such a good one!
This is the version that makes me nostalgic and remember my 20s because it is the one I jammed to but depending on the day and my mood I alternate which is my favorite The Fugees or Roberta Flack..both are AMAZING!! According to google though, the original was by Lori Lieberman and the song itself was written by Charles Fox
Your taste in music does not go unnoticed! Absolutely adore your channel and all the reactions you do! 🔥🔥👌🏾🥳Love from South Africa
Love right back :) - Kai’s dad
And Roberta Flack’s son, Bernard Wright, one of the most seminal sampled artists in Hip Hop, recently died. R.I.P.
You guys should do "gone till November" by Wyclef from the fugees. Love the reactions! 🤙🤙
Or Wyclef Jean - 911.
Yes. Gone till November is referenced in many songs as well (ie. Kanye West)
Lauryn’s voice is just incredible. It would be cool to also try a song where she raps as well.
I like Lost one
@@gigicornett4795 absolutely
Ready or not Is a GREAT place to start
As soon as I saw this I knew his dad was gonna be dramatic about this one 😂😂
I agree with Dad -- I've always felt the same way. To me, the adlibs, "extras," detract from the purity of Lauryn's voice. But that said, I've always enjoyed Lauryn's cover.
Wyclef had to put himself im there some how
Let's remember that this is the Hip Hop inspired version. ;)
Lauryn told Wyclef to say something so everyone wold know it was a Fugee song and not a Lauryn solo.
I think we are all aware this is a hip hop inspired version, after all they are a hip hop group but that doesn't mean you can't dislike an element of a track... I wasn't a fan of it either and almost wish he would of just put a verse on. I understand his justification for not doing so, but it felt a bit... meh. For me
@@waheedanaomi Po' thang. ;)
The word to describe Lauren voice your Father was looking for is Lauren sings from her SOUL and that is where Soulful music comes from. Music birth from the soul. Sam, Aretha, Gladys, Marvin, Stevie, Simone, Donnie, Charlie, Lauren, Jill, Erika, Anthony and more.
This song made my 10th grade year! Forever one of the greatest Remake songs ever made. And yet all her own in the rendition of this masterpiece. Roberta Flack killed it back in the day and she was before my generation. Back in that time we were listening to everything and making new and wonderful music at the same time for entertainment. Such great music back in the day. It helped to make the world different...great times.
Yay!!! Been waiting since this morning to watch!! Just learned from your dad that Roberta was a cover, didn’t know that! I'm excited lol! And I gotcha back pops cause I've never really liked the interruption lol! I feel like they were put in to keep it as a Fugee joint instead of a Lauryn single. They had to stay a group for it cause they knew it would be a hit and didn't want her getting those solo act offers.
You all should check out Method Man feat. Mary J Blige "All I Need"
Lauren's tone is rich, melodic, and expressive.
That thing that you feel in her voice from the first note that you can’t describe is - Soul.
I love how Dad was really taking it in and am so glad he liked this version also. Love you guys. Great reaction and discussion.
I'd LOVE to see you guys review the original Killing Me Softly. It would be an interesting inversion of your normal review dynamic.
Stay tuned, Vandal! - K’s dad
Probably should specify if you are referencing Roberta Flack's 1973 cover or the original in 1972 by Lori Lieberman as it's unknown to most that Roberta's version is a cover.
Aaaaw i can tell you wanted Dad to like the "one time/ two time" so bad. Your expressions and drinking the water aaaaw. 4:32 You guys are so adorable!
You and your Dad have something truly special man. This here is a winning formula, trust me. I got one, The Roots - Clock with no hands.
I commented last time to mention that the song was originally written and performed by folk singer Lori Lieberman, she was inspired after seeing Don McLean in concert.
It was later covered by Roberta Flack and finally made hugely popular worldwide by the Fugees.
All three versions are beautiful but I've got to say that Lauryn's vocal hits me in the gut harder than the others .
Al B Sure did a cover also before the Fugees.
@@rochellelove3785 To be fair, after Lori released her version everyone covered it; Johnny Mathis, Perry Cuomo, Shirley Bassey, Bobby Goldsboro, Vicki Lawrence, Ann Murray, Petula Clark, Engelbert Humperdink, and on and on. It seemed that anyone wanting a good song for their album recorded it and released it. Of those Roberta Flack got the commercial success with it. Lori was screwed out of her writing credit so royalties were problematic. Roberta recorded another version almost 8 years later with Peabo Bryson that got a little play. A few years after that Al B Sure released his version on In Effect Mode and also enjoyed some commercial success. Meanwhile Lori has been so hosed by the industry that she retires and basically distances herself from the song. So the Fugees released their version and everyone 'discovers' this gem of a song...
Honest question here, why does everyone like this version so much? There is really nothing original in it. The beat is sample from A Tribe Called Quest, none of the vocal ornamentation are new, no new key changes, no new emotives, no new lyrics... honestly Lauren Hill is beautiful as is her voice... but that's kind of it... Maybe I'm just biased. My. Choice versions are Lori's folk version, Roberta's soulful version, and Am B Sure's r&b/ hip hop version. Anyone have any thoughts here? What am I missing?
I agree about wyclef in there. It was unneeded. He just wanted to be on the track lol.
Its kinda reminiscent of puffy talking softly over songs where it was not needed and in fact takes away from the song. Not as bad.. but close.
REALLY happy to see you two enjoy and entranced by one of my FAVORITES OF ALL TIMES!!!
I love your dad's response and reaction to music. it is always positive and his analysis is top. He digests the songs, the instruments, the composition and and even cherry picks an element that is hard to find in a would-be dull song. keep it up guys
Ya'll should do "Like A Star" by Corinne Bailey Rae. I just love hearing both of you guys' chat about music.
She has a great Bob Marley cover too!
I'd love to hear your dad's thoughts on her MC'ing, Zealots or Fugee La would be good one's
Since 96!! This song still gives me chillis..Lauren Voice.. is Amazing ❤❤❤
You guys are amazing, I love how your dad feel that energies and emotions of our music… music is strong and that’s beautiful ♥️
If you guys havent done so already, you may want to consider her song "Zion" from the Miseducation of Lauren Hill
Lauryn Hill best female artist of all time. Glad to say I group up in this era of music 😎
Literally!! 🔥
Definitely up there! Other favourites of mine include Joni Mitchell, Nina Simone, Lianne La Havas, Nico, and Sarah Bonito. Thanks for watching ✌🏻
One of the best artists period ;)
I agree with your Dad Lauryn is all the song needed. We're not gonna hate. There is something in the way she seems to effortlessly delivers a song & you feel it. I get chills. I was just watching Sister Act 2 I cry everytime she sings his eye is on the sparrow & when she opens the last performance. Love these videos!!
Heard this song so many times. This is the first time I’m noticing how big of a part that bass is 👏🏾👏🏾
Have you guys ever considered reversing this and having you react to songs that your Dad picks?
Fr the son can review the OG version
I'd love that too...now that would be my era :)
I would love to see your dad react to something by Wyclef. He is an underrated producer.
💜I love this song so much. My daughter now loves this song. She asks to play it everyday.💜
Love seeing you and your dad bond with the love of music
Yo, L-Boog, take me to the bridge... 🙌🙌
Please listen to Lauryn Hill "Doo Wop". GREAT message and shows off both her rapping and singing skills ❤️
This brings back memories when I was younger and listening to this with my friends at the skating rink, summer of 96. I miss the 90s🥺
I love watching you and your dad!! I think it's wonderful that you're both open to everything the same way I was raised. From beegees, Isley's, earth wind and fire, to the 90s rap I grew up with to listening to Nirvana, evanescence, and Linkin park. It's a beautiful thing ❤️
You've guys have done two of her R & B joints, which she was incredible. I would interested in your reaction to her rapping on a song. Request Final hour by Lauryn Hill!
I’d love to hear her rapping on a track! - Kai’s dad
final hour is amazing but her verse on Vocab is my favourite by her!! You’ll be blown away
@@karahanover5941 Much respect, that first fugee album was lit, not many rocked with that. I was trying to recommend him something where she rapped by herself, not many of those, besides maybe lost one.
@@frontroom make it happen! And why no Jay z so far?
Final Hour has to be the one, I think its amazing
A song from this album you should check out is No Woman No Cry amazing cover I think y'all will enjoy
Word!
Kai, Not sure how I found your channel a few months ago but as a life-long hip-hop head (all regions) It's quite heart-warming to watch a refreshing take of something I've loved my entire life. Watch your dad experience it for the first time gives me a throw-back to the first time I've heard this and many other first-impression-ish takes. Enjoy the time with your dad. Enjoy the experience and his feedback.
The feeling you must have when doing these videos with your dad❤️ Absolutely beautiful
Lauryn has always been in my top favorite vocalists. Would have been fun to see you guys do a comparison reaction to both versions?
Absolutely love the reaction! You definitely have to react to the full album “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill” it’s such a masterpiece!
I grew up on this music. 1996 was an epic year for hip hop & R&B. I am absolutely loving your dad’s reactions and the commentary on these songs, along with the discussions. Really cool, guys. I look forward to future vids.
It's a great pleasure to watch both of you connect through music!
Original was Lori Leaberman*. I’m probably spelling the name wrong but yeah. That came out in 72, covered in 73 by Flack
Yeah. I always thought of the difference in popularity like that between Dolly‘s and Whitney‘s “I Will Always Love you,” where Roberta’s version became more popular than Lori’s original.
You and your dad should review Lauren Hill’s “To Zion” ft. Carlos Santana. A song written for her son.
One of favs 😍 this song her voice bring me to tears every time. So beautiful 😍 💖
Mr god. The relationship you have with your dad is amazing. If my dad was still alive, I would’ve hoped for this. Glad you’re documenting this love.