Dad thinks Lauryn Hill - Ex-Factor is "GORGEOUS!" | First Reaction

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    Here is my dad's reaction to one of my favourite songs of all time: Ex-Factor by Ms. Lauryn Hill. 'The Score' by the Fugees was one of the very first hip-hop albums that I ever really sunk my teeth into. Pras, Wyclef, and Lauryn were all unique archetypes to create a beautifully dynamic, immersive experience that was 'The Score'. I particularly fell in love with Lauryn's honest, non-contrived approach on the mic. As a teenager, I was enthralled with her ability to create something fresh on each song, from her flow, cadence, and magical vocal sections.
    A year or so after, I discovered her Magnum Opus: 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill'. Despite it only being two years later, she exhibits a level of wisdom that was remarkable for her age. The amount of emotional trauma that went on between this time made her even more in-tune with herself. On this album, she blends together so many different genres, and influences, and proudly wears them on her sleeve; while being able to show a severe amount of originality in the process.
    Thanks for checking out this reaction video with my dad and I - hope you enjoyed it :)

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  • @seewhy07
    @seewhy07 2 роки тому +3732

    Tell your Dad he has taste. I sang background on this song. I'm the only background singer. She and I sang 'care, there, cry, give' 💯💙 an amazing experience. She allowed me to give input. I was teenager! My favorite song too. Thank you!

    • @frontroom
      @frontroom  2 роки тому +564

      That's absolutely amazing! Your contributions to the song helped to make that section so legendary and timeless.Thanks so much for watching the video and commenting, Chuck. - Kai & Dad

    • @roots4140
      @roots4140 2 роки тому +157

      OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! God Bless You!!!! Thank you for Blessing US!!!!

    • @AjdinCerenic
      @AjdinCerenic 2 роки тому +140

      That's dope. I heard this song a million times and every time I thought about how great the background vocals are. This album helped me get through a bid and this song was the one I loved the most.

    • @rachelvaldres7148
      @rachelvaldres7148 2 роки тому

      🤍🤍🤍

    • @IAmJustR
      @IAmJustR 2 роки тому +83

      This is one of the best songs of all time because of the background vocals and adlibs❣️

  • @erinesee
    @erinesee 2 роки тому +688

    Nobody has made "reciprocity" sound more beautiful....

    • @ohhappydaya
      @ohhappydaya Рік тому +7

      😂❤ 💯

    • @stormieweather8049
      @stormieweather8049 Рік тому +30

      I feel l like i never heard the word until this song. Lol i was 12 So it’s possible

    • @justeatmyshit
      @justeatmyshit Рік тому +19

      💯!!!! In 7th grade when I heard it, had me hurt and I didn’t know why!! 😂😂😂 learned that word bc of her. I related to this much later and still now. Love her

    • @ifyousayso9392
      @ifyousayso9392 8 місяців тому +5

      😂 this is the cutest comment section y’all learning “a big word” from this beautiful artist. As an English major I absolutely love it 💕

    • @cibida1
      @cibida1 22 дні тому

      Think of her anytime I see, say or hear that word.

  • @ladylucia85
    @ladylucia85 2 роки тому +530

    I always perceived the "you said you'd die for me, why won't you live for me?" line as if you'd make the ultimate sacrifice of death to protect me, why can't you make the sacrifice of not cheating(ex-factor) and respect me so that we can live together in a stable relationship. Dying for someone happens once, living for someone requires daily sacrifice.

  • @40EastTrill
    @40EastTrill 2 роки тому +2056

    It's crazy your dad compares her to Roberta Flack. Now YOU HAVE TO hit him with "Killing Me Softly" from back when she was with the Fugees.

    • @eyesisreal7577
      @eyesisreal7577 2 роки тому +82

      I was thinking the same! Definitely shows her range

    • @cb4664
      @cb4664 2 роки тому +34

      FACTS!!!! I second this emotion!

    • @davidfraga4524
      @davidfraga4524 2 роки тому +15

      I thought the same exact thing

    • @TheDefiantOne
      @TheDefiantOne 2 роки тому +13

      💯

    • @shenaytp01
      @shenaytp01 2 роки тому +13

      Yes!!!

  • @sabrina0791
    @sabrina0791 2 роки тому +1598

    the miseducation of lauryn hill stands the test of time as one of the greatest works of music. im super excited to see you guys react to one of her songs here :)

  • @fallgirl07
    @fallgirl07 2 роки тому +746

    The "You said you'd die for me, why won't you live for me?" line is my favorite and I've always interpreted as someone who is all about the grand gestures of love when all their partner wants is for them to be there on a day to day basis. Like they want the drama of breaking up and making up when all Lauryn wants is nightly dinners and for him to do the dishes and take out the trash.

    • @cb4664
      @cb4664 2 роки тому +27

      Nice interpretation….Felt that.

    • @Ana-ns7ek
      @Ana-ns7ek 2 роки тому +12

      I recently came around to realizing this song is toxic as fuck 😂 this line being one of them, and also nobody will love you more than me? ooh it's giving toxic monogamy and abuse lol

    • @fallgirl07
      @fallgirl07 2 роки тому +55

      @@Ana-ns7ek lol It is but I think that’s the entire point of the song. Lauryn’s talking about how toxic their relationship ship is versus her romanticizing it.

    • @TyIceT
      @TyIceT 2 роки тому +70

      @@Ana-ns7ek the song isn't toxic. It's about her realizing the toxicity of the relationship... Which I think we all go through at one point in time in order to realize what healthy love is. The title of the album is "The Miseducation"... think about that.

    • @determineddetermined3365
      @determineddetermined3365 2 роки тому +52

      @@Ana-ns7ek The "No one loves you more than me and no one ever will" is a valid line to me because it's saying no one will ever love you enough to deal with all the foolishness that I put up with out of the name of love. When ppl are in toxic relationships like this song is about, they find themselves allowing more than they should.

  • @bossybee8888
    @bossybee8888 2 роки тому +1246

    This was an amazing album that could be played straight through. I was 15 & pregnant when it came out & everyone was upset with me. My parents stopped talking to me & my school transferred me. My church preached against me, & my sons father denied him. The song ZION got me through it & when I now look at my 24 yo son who is now in graduate school I recall the song🥰

    • @GoldSag1
      @GoldSag1 2 роки тому +128

      Won’t he do it!! 🤗 You made it in spite of the statistics and alienation. Your son’s pursuits and success is a direct result of your resilience!! Take a bow 💕🤗

    • @bossybee8888
      @bossybee8888 2 роки тому +12

      @@GoldSag1 Thank you so much💕

    • @GoldSag1
      @GoldSag1 2 роки тому +4

      @@bossybee8888 You're so welcome 🤗

    • @Cocochantelle
      @Cocochantelle 2 роки тому +47

      What a beautiful and resilient woman. Good job mom 👏🏽

    • @mickeyhenderson1720
      @mickeyhenderson1720 2 роки тому +15

      Great Job and hope you have a relationship with your parents now.

  • @metamurph6784
    @metamurph6784 2 роки тому +285

    I love seeing this dad just spending time with his son, doing something his son loves. Best part about these.

  • @rugr82day
    @rugr82day 2 роки тому +970

    I think your dad would love Lauren's song "To Zion" from this same album.

  • @lostangelmc
    @lostangelmc 2 роки тому +361

    “You said you’d die for me” “ why won’t you live for me” it feels like she’s questioning the statement and it’s finality of willing to die for her, but his daily actions of not living for her. Like she calls out his contradiction. 🤷‍♂️ great song choice y’all

  • @juanitat.5143
    @juanitat.5143 2 роки тому +194

    Tell your dad that's Carlos Santana on the guitar. He also did guitar for the song Zion from same album as well. Gotta love L-Boogie. Classic song.

    • @scottvillepimp
      @scottvillepimp Рік тому

      is that the same carlos on lupe song superstar.

    • @juanitat.5143
      @juanitat.5143 Рік тому +8

      @@scottvillepimp Carlos Santana isn't on Superstar. Someone named Matthew Santos is singing on that song. Carlos Santana is legendary guitar player for rock band Santana. Sheila E started out with him and he influenced Prince big time as well.

    • @Redeemed2000
      @Redeemed2000 Рік тому +7

      I NEVER realized that was Santana! Seriously! And I LOVE THIS song and Santana. Man... That. I missed that one thank you. It's like discovering gold after all these years!

    • @Jacesmith03
      @Jacesmith03 8 місяців тому +4

      Santana plays on To Zion, not this

    • @juanitat.5143
      @juanitat.5143 8 місяців тому +1

      @@Jacesmith03 I stand corrected. I just looked it up. Thanks.

  • @markarnold933
    @markarnold933 2 роки тому +169

    I am touched by the optics of a father sitting and enjoying moments with his son… how these moments will become memories for their lifetime… how much better would our world be if more fathers could embrace these precious opportunities with their sons….

  • @MsJBaaba
    @MsJBaaba 2 роки тому +515

    Lauryn Hill is the GOAT!!! Nominated for 10 Grammys and she won 5!! First female hip-hop artist to go Diamond!! Heavily influenced by one of the greatest that came before her, the grand priestess herself, Nina Simone!! (S/N: search UA-cam for the compilation of Lauryn Hill and Nina Simone….guaranteed to change your life!) There’s levels to Ms. Lauryn Hill’s music. So much so that the 13 year old version of me fell in love with her and now at 37 I love her even more deeply as this same album resonances with my soul on a completely different but higher level. The layers of understanding is insanely GENIUS!! I’m forever grateful to ever have experienced this masterpiece that served as a catalyst to my spiritual growth. Awesome review!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @matthewthomas7589
      @matthewthomas7589 2 роки тому

      She's the G.W.O.A.T. as Clarissa Shields would say.

    • @barryyoung713
      @barryyoung713 2 роки тому +2

      This is too DOPE.I CALL YALL DYNAMIC DUO.My daughter Dejia Biney shares with me just like this.WE JUST DONT HAVE OUR OWN SHOW.LOVE THIS FELLAS!!!

    • @barryyoung713
      @barryyoung713 2 роки тому +3

      Dad comprehends ALL TOO!

    • @sallylovesjack9494
      @sallylovesjack9494 2 роки тому +3

      Well said! Same for me.🦋

    • @Gottix
      @Gottix 2 роки тому +4

      Oh woww, same experience..im 38 now

  • @cheriboo2
    @cheriboo2 2 роки тому +274

    “This album has no misses” You are so right !! I was pregnant with my oldest daughter when it dropped .. just incredible… I’m going to listen to it right now

  • @eclap78
    @eclap78 Рік тому +76

    I love Lauryn Hill and I rate Miseducation as one of the best albums ever made, easy. I've listened to it over and over. But, when your dad goes "wow" on roughly 5 minutes in, I wowed with him. Even after all these years, she hits exactly the same. Absolute gem of an album, what a talent.

  • @Egirl609
    @Egirl609 2 роки тому +563

    Please do music your dad likes too! Songs you have never heard. Your dad seems like a very kind soul would love to hear music that he grew up listening to mixed in ❤

  • @ladiejb7782
    @ladiejb7782 2 роки тому +121

    I think your Dad would love the genre of neo soul as a whole.

  • @craigmanning7873
    @craigmanning7873 2 роки тому +111

    I can't imagine someone not liking Lauryn Hill.
    I mean, I guess I could imagine it, but it makes me feel uncomfortable.

  • @DrCrissyDionne
    @DrCrissyDionne 2 роки тому +41

    The line, "where were you, when I needed you?" and "tell me who I have to be... to gain some reciprocity" are so chilling... they slither up your bones and make you pause with attention.

  • @justeatmyshit
    @justeatmyshit Рік тому +46

    My favorite lines are at the end in the the first and second verse. “See no one loves you more than me and no one ever will” and “see no one’s hurt me more than you and no one ever will” that’s some powerful shit right there. She knows the power he holds and even tho she’s trying to break free, she’s addicted and self aware. Fucking amazing.

    • @leslielewis40
      @leslielewis40 5 місяців тому +1

      I know exactly how that feels. This song resonates so deeply.

  • @hopefoxx7650
    @hopefoxx7650 2 роки тому +294

    Y'alls ability to listen to a song and grasp the underlying meaning always brings a smile to my face. I love listening to songs that aren't so superficial, and I can tell that you and your dad feel the same way! Much love!

    • @frontroom
      @frontroom  2 роки тому +27

      Thank you so much for the kind words :)

    • @Kiantevia757
      @Kiantevia757 2 роки тому +4

      I totally agree! You definitely need to review this entire album! It’s such a classic and widely considered one of the greatest albums of all time in ANY genres

    • @ConquerWealth.network
      @ConquerWealth.network 2 роки тому +2

      @@frontroom Lauryn Hill Did a remake of Roberta Flacks Killing Me Softly' very beautiful take' with the fugees. Probably her most distinguished works' you guys should tackle it''

    • @ducky4182
      @ducky4182 2 роки тому +1

      This comment is what I was feeling but didn’t know how to say ❤️💯

  • @misa118
    @misa118 2 роки тому +204

    This album is legendary. I would also listen to her MTV Unplugged. It was criticized because she was sick and her vocals weren't polished but I loved it.

    • @lilnetti9242
      @lilnetti9242 2 роки тому +24

      History of Iniquity, I get out, water, and Adam lives in theory are absolutely 🔥. She is a poet. A work of art in living breathing flesh

    • @indramami9080
      @indramami9080 2 роки тому +12

      Yessss! “ gotta find piece of mind “ moves me to tears EVERYTIME I hear it! The “ critics “ were unfair to her Unplugged album..

    • @reece3231
      @reece3231 2 роки тому +1

      My favourite work of hers!

    • @megjstlivin_
      @megjstlivin_ 2 роки тому +2

      Classic!!!🔥🔥🔥

    • @KC-ed1dj
      @KC-ed1dj Рік тому +4

      I agree! I loved her Unplugged album! I listened to that dozens of times back in the day. Enjoyed the interludes where she talks between the songs. I wanted to listen to that today but have no idea where that album is since a move.

  • @cassandrawells7399
    @cassandrawells7399 2 роки тому +52

    Don't forget her other song: "Do Wop, That Thing". It is a groove and a vibe that also delivers a message!!

  • @leav4g
    @leav4g 2 роки тому +91

    The dad is so gone and I can't blame him. Ive heard million of times. How many times can u hear this without tearing up. I'm still teary. Keep up the great reviews 😍😍🔥

  • @breezy5597
    @breezy5597 2 роки тому +207

    You should do Lauren’s version of killing me softly by Roberta Flack

    • @frontroom
      @frontroom  2 роки тому +165

      When my dad mentioned the similarity to Roberta in the video I thought “NO WAY” but kept my mouth shut so I could surprise him when I show him it

    • @mishami3719
      @mishami3719 2 роки тому +15

      @@frontroom Love this! So excited for that ❤️

    • @karenwhite4141
      @karenwhite4141 2 роки тому +2

      @@frontroom Can't wait!!! ❤️ 😍

    • @TC-vc7oe
      @TC-vc7oe 2 роки тому +10

      @@frontroom Your dad is the coolest.

    • @aaronsmith328
      @aaronsmith328 2 роки тому +5

      @@frontroom I was thinking the same thing, but someone commented before I did about it. Lol I can't wait for THAT video!!! Love the channel btw... I watch them with my mom when we do our UA-cam watching dates. Lol

  • @honeybadger7105
    @honeybadger7105 2 роки тому +62

    Dad would be correct. This album is a no skip, repeat work of Art. I quote & listen to it to this day. Glad he enjoyed it.

  • @krisholder5302
    @krisholder5302 2 роки тому +151

    You guys should just continue with the entire album. This is a classic and masterful piece of work.

    • @cbtube1677
      @cbtube1677 2 роки тому +3

      Yes, Dad needs to hear her flow 👊🏽

    • @biancanorthern8690
      @biancanorthern8690 2 роки тому +1

      YES 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

    • @uscitizen3252
      @uscitizen3252 2 роки тому +1

      I want to hear his dad’s reaction to “Lost Ones.” 🔥

    • @krisholder5302
      @krisholder5302 2 роки тому +1

      @@uscitizen3252 that's definitely fire, brilliance lyrically

  • @plee6223
    @plee6223 2 роки тому +61

    I love your father’s appreciation for art. His descriptions and critics would touch most artist’s hearts.

  • @NOAHCASAS
    @NOAHCASAS 2 роки тому +193

    SHE CAN SPIT BETTER 🔥 FIRE THEN 7O% OF THESE FOOLS THAT BEEN DOING IT ON THE RADIO THESE PAST 1O YEARS AND SHE WOULDN'T EVEN HAVE TO CUSS TO GET HER POINT ACROSS

  • @lisajohnson521
    @lisajohnson521 Рік тому +24

    She actually wrote and produced this. This song ALWAYS hits me in my spirit LOL. Makes me tear up every time.

  • @teracoffin6116
    @teracoffin6116 2 роки тому +39

    She is authentic with deliverying her emotions. Raw and unapologetic with her feelings. Strings emotions to thoughts, thoughts to rhythm. Pulse.

    • @frontroom
      @frontroom  2 роки тому +2

      I love that description, Tera! - Kai’s dad

  • @SmartistaBeauty
    @SmartistaBeauty 2 роки тому +12

    Requesting this entire project and Fugees album

    • @frontroom
      @frontroom  2 роки тому

      I’ll make it happen! Thanks for watching Bri

  • @lorettaonlivetv6851
    @lorettaonlivetv6851 2 роки тому +20

    If I’m not mistaken, that is Carlos Santana playing the guitar! I remember this song as clear as day. Beautifully written. Beautifully song. Beautifully orchestrated. Lauryn Hill is absolutely breathtaking, and awesome! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @cb4664
    @cb4664 2 роки тому +90

    Isn’t it? Gorgeous is a great adjective to describe this track- as well as rich, luscious, fabulous….also FYI the title of this album is based on a book called The Miseducation of the Negro by W.E.B. Dubois. The Roberta Flack “feeling” comparison was spot on. Pure beauty. Takes you away. Music is amazing. A gift from God.

    • @frontroom
      @frontroom  2 роки тому +14

      Appreciate your insight into the album. That’s a book I just might have to pick up. Thanks for watching. (Dad)

    • @AL-Broadcast
      @AL-Broadcast 2 роки тому +9

      Carter G. Woodson is the actual author of that book.

    • @cb4664
      @cb4664 2 роки тому

      @@AL-Broadcast Thank you!

  • @norbertabone9157
    @norbertabone9157 2 роки тому +96

    It feels as if Lauryn Hill put her whole talent ,energy and emotions into one album and then took a bow , leaving us with that one timeless album . though she had other albums,but this stands out .

    • @whattheysayaboutme425
      @whattheysayaboutme425 Рік тому +4

      I will listen to her CD forever

    • @edwinnavedojr
      @edwinnavedojr 5 місяців тому +1

      Lauren released a lot of music but she only had 1 studio album ... She left the Industry to escape the corruption and live a normal Life ... she has a Live album but not considered to be a Studio Release ...so technically this is her only Album ... she left us with a Masterpiece

  • @HiddenKeyElement
    @HiddenKeyElement 2 роки тому +63

    I think your dad should hear how good her rapping is as well, so I recommend "Turn Your Lights Down Low" ft. Bob Marley

    • @BigCrossVita
      @BigCrossVita 2 роки тому +6

      Lost one

    • @indramami9080
      @indramami9080 2 роки тому +2

      Ughhhhhh 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 one of my favorite songs EVERRRRRR! Great choice! ❤️

    • @IAmJustR
      @IAmJustR 2 роки тому +3

      @@BigCrossVita THIS. thats the one.

    • @theartsyintuitive
      @theartsyintuitive 2 роки тому +2

      Oh one of my fav

  • @BigCrossVita
    @BigCrossVita 2 роки тому +59

    One of the best albums ever. Album of the year Grammy winning album if I'm not mistaken. She put her foot in this and left toenails. I hope dad enjoys.

    • @biancanorthern8690
      @biancanorthern8690 2 роки тому +2

      YES 🙌🏾!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Str8 Ate and left NO CRUMBS 🙌🏾

    • @soakedbearrd
      @soakedbearrd 2 роки тому +3

      Top 10 for me and I’m a metal head.

  • @SelfInvested
    @SelfInvested 2 роки тому +31

    Love your videos guys! I think the “why can’t you live for me” lyric touches on the instability of the relationship. He says he will die for her, which is very passionate and intense, but as Lauryn comes to the end of the song, she asking herself/him why can’t he just love her without the drama. She’s essentially saying it’s doesn’t need to be a “battle” in which we damage each other. Why can’t we love each other in a way that builds each other up?

  • @alfricasharber2627
    @alfricasharber2627 2 роки тому +29

    I absolutely love every song in this album. Almost 25 years later and this entire album still hits my soul like I am 25.

  • @AgentsofSCREEN
    @AgentsofSCREEN 2 роки тому +37

    It’s interesting that Dad picked out Roberta Flack of all names as Ms Flack was the original singer of Killing Me Softly (Fugees)

    • @blacksmith1925
      @blacksmith1925 2 роки тому +2

      Roberta actually wasn't the original singer of that song. A 20 yr old white girl actually wrote and sang it a yr before Roberta convered it. Roberta's version blew up though.

    • @Poeticfloetic
      @Poeticfloetic 2 роки тому

      @@blacksmith1925 No she was not. It's a folk song.

  • @TBoogy3
    @TBoogy3 2 роки тому +39

    When The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill tour came to Saint Louis my friend and I were front row center. Best seats in the house. Best concert I've been to, next to Prince of course. I wish you could hear the live version of this she did. I still sing it that way to this day.

    • @cam0.680
      @cam0.680 2 роки тому +2

      I’m from St.Louis too l never knew we had real talent come through the city lol

    • @TBoogy3
      @TBoogy3 2 роки тому +2

      @@cam0.680 lol. Yep. She was at the Fox Theater. Also saw the Fugees out at RiverPort if it's still called that. And saw solo Wyclef twice.
      Matter of fact, Lauryn signed the poster I bought after the show but I didn't bug her more than that. She was being nice but she was exhausted.

    • @readinglady
      @readinglady 2 роки тому +2

      Yes. In the Lou here. I was blessed to be able to see and hear both Lauren and Prince in concert.

  • @bonafidemc
    @bonafidemc 2 роки тому +166

    The greatest album from a female emcee of all time. Sidenote: She started her career as an actor on the "Soaps". Also, "Ex-Factor" can be a precursor to Kendrick Lamar's "We Cry Together", or at least a reoccuring theme about love and relationships. All I can say is, you and Dad did it again!

    • @Saltpeanutss
      @Saltpeanutss 2 роки тому +8

      Really reaching with the Kendrick part

    • @barrysmith1741
      @barrysmith1741 2 роки тому +1

      Sure could be dang you're on point with that.

    • @ondrejpetyniak4582
      @ondrejpetyniak4582 2 роки тому +1

      Ever heard Miss Melody ?

    • @bonafidemc
      @bonafidemc 2 роки тому

      @@Saltpeanutss how, when they're talking about the same thing: The love/hate struggles within a "loving" relationship?

    • @bonafidemc
      @bonafidemc 2 роки тому

      @@ondrejpetyniak4582 yes, of course, I love her!

  • @ThePrincesspickle88
    @ThePrincesspickle88 2 роки тому +35

    The way you both listen to the music with more than just your ears and then engage in such open, organic dialogue just brings a big ol' smile to my face. I thoroughly enjoy your videos! Please keep 'em coming!🎊🎉

  • @taurus43lady21
    @taurus43lady21 2 роки тому +20

    This album will always be a masterpiece. Ex factor is one of the most emotional songs ever written.

  • @yaaagyemang3628
    @yaaagyemang3628 2 роки тому +10

    Funny Laura Hill redid killing me softly from Roberta Flack!

  • @zyancheatham4306
    @zyancheatham4306 2 роки тому +53

    You guys should react to “To Zion” a song she dedicated to her son. It’s also my name ☺️ so that’d be super cool.

    • @marieneu264
      @marieneu264 2 роки тому +1

      It’s one of my favorites!

  • @DonDon-fo8gr
    @DonDon-fo8gr 2 роки тому +14

    She did a remake of Killing me Softly by Reberta Flack on that same album.
    And then she also married one of Bob Marley's sons.

  • @KingstonHawke
    @KingstonHawke 2 роки тому +30

    Now I want you to play India Arie “Ready For Love”. Or really anything off that first album.

  • @ndabenhlengcobo8741
    @ndabenhlengcobo8741 2 роки тому +11

    That's a 5 GRAMMY album 🥇

  • @rrrhiphoplive1310
    @rrrhiphoplive1310 2 роки тому +54

    Y'all show really dope. I like how yall first take the culture serious and study every element of the records. I make sure I check out all your reviews. Keep up the great work fellas! I have a review request!! CAMP LO - LUCHINI and COOLIE HIGH. would be dope to see your pop's reaction to that pure hip hop!!

    • @cb4664
      @cb4664 2 роки тому +2

      Luchini! Yesssssssssssss!

    • @nimabedi
      @nimabedi 2 роки тому

      Dope song - Camp Lo is a must! Check out Atmosphere - fantastic lyricist!

    • @rrrhiphoplive1310
      @rrrhiphoplive1310 2 роки тому

      @@cb4664 I think pops will love it!

    • @rrrhiphoplive1310
      @rrrhiphoplive1310 2 роки тому +1

      @@nimabedi absolutely!!! its like they totally skipped over one of the most important songs in hip hop history with that lol

    • @dashamccormick4088
      @dashamccormick4088 2 роки тому +1

      Whhhoooaaaa!!!! Take my breath away I haven't heard those songs in too long....

  • @kings17court
    @kings17court 2 роки тому +9

    I love EX-FACTOR. Definitely one of my favorites off the album. My other favorites are TELL HIM, WHEN IT HURTS SO BAD, and FINAL HOUR.

  • @airgoddess925
    @airgoddess925 2 роки тому +10

    My dad until this day owns a bunch of albums and still has his turn tables. I really enjoy watching you and your dad listen to music. It brings back memories of me watching my dad DJ at the house. Plus your dad's reactions are so genuine. Keep up the good work guys. This is my favorite Lauryn song as well.

  • @Jungz.88
    @Jungz.88 2 роки тому +27

    This is a classic album. I love the choice of songs/albums on this channel. You guys are doing choosing great music that many of the other channels don’t. Looking forward to this one.

  • @intodaysepisode...
    @intodaysepisode... 2 роки тому +49

    Lauryn is so gorgeous and her talent supercedes that! Your Dad is such an expressive,beautiful soul! Please review the full album! Wyclef really put a through the ringer😔

    • @biancanorthern8690
      @biancanorthern8690 2 роки тому

      Yes he did but if he didn’t WE wouldn’t have this MASTERPIECE

  • @portiaismyname
    @portiaismyname Рік тому +5

    This song is soooo spiritually inclined. Like ON SOME TWIN FLAME STUFF. STRONG KARMIC SOUL TIE. I FELT EVERY BIT OF THIS WHEN I WAS YOUNGER AND TIL THIS DAY, IT STILL HAS THE SAME EFFECT. SHE IS A MUSICAL GENIUS! 🙌🏿🙌🏿💪🏿💪🏿🔥🔥💎💎💜💜

  • @judyjude
    @judyjude 2 роки тому +20

    This album is the album that has affected me most. Listening to her lyrics and delivery, it made me certain I wanted to write poems. Lauryn Hill and Inger Hagerup is the two that has influenzed my style of writing poems mostly.

  • @TheKingsamiam
    @TheKingsamiam 2 роки тому +16

    Dads love for our sound is so geniune. I apprecite those that can truly appreciate the full spectrum and essence of our ability and it seems that dad is being indoctrinated into a whole new musical world.

  • @ThepurrrBlog
    @ThepurrrBlog 2 роки тому +5

    Why am I crying?

  • @nimabedi
    @nimabedi 2 роки тому +9

    I just absolutely applaud your choice in music and I adore your dad and his openess and willingness to listen to great hip hop classics. Love your channel ❤️

  • @nataciamarin624
    @nataciamarin624 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely AMAZING REACTION! Thank you for this one, you both give the most authentic reactions and I love this channel for that reason alone.

  • @JustEli007
    @JustEli007 2 роки тому +11

    I just saw her this weekend live in Vegas.... she's just as beautiful in person. Great album even greater artist/emcee/singer 👑

    • @kimakotrotman6860
      @kimakotrotman6860 2 роки тому +1

      Was she late😝?

    • @JustEli007
      @JustEli007 2 роки тому

      @@kimakotrotman6860 😂😂 nahh she was actually on time

  • @lilyraiyne9225
    @lilyraiyne9225 2 роки тому +7

    This of many is such a beautiful song. The bitter-sweet is what makes it have such and ebb and flow. I love listening to you both talk about it...it really brings me joy to see the interaction of an actual conversation between you two!! Great job to you both!

  • @rachelwease6210
    @rachelwease6210 2 роки тому +2

    One of my all time favourite tracks, her voice just oozes into your ears and into your heart and soul. This song makes me want to pour my heart out. Great reaction

  • @willbedolla214
    @willbedolla214 2 роки тому +2

    This is so cool to watch you guys enjoy great music and your father being so open to listen and share his great input is awesome! Keep sharing great content

  • @lilavelez4709
    @lilavelez4709 2 роки тому +4

    The excitement in your eyes when u introduce your dad to a song u know n love & his openness n joy to hear it is beautiful. Respect.❤

  • @crystalvincent7960
    @crystalvincent7960 2 роки тому +3

    Your dad just made me tear up. I love how he really got into it and appreciated such a talented artist. New subscriber!!! I love you guys!❤

  • @flwerchild90
    @flwerchild90 2 роки тому +1

    thank you for sharing this music with your father. Lauryn was a true part of my upbringing and her music resonates for so many including myself. it made me cry watching him compliment this queen.

  • @valeriewatkins8309
    @valeriewatkins8309 2 роки тому +1

    Kai, thanks for getting dad's reaction to Lauryn Hill 💙. I have been waiting for it and you finally came through 💙💙.

  • @durojaiyejames3488
    @durojaiyejames3488 2 роки тому +10

    It's the melancholy in Lauren's voice, that is similar to Roberta Flack. I love this song. ❤

  • @johnsharp6607
    @johnsharp6607 Рік тому +3

    "Love is not rational". I love it, that makes so many things make sense. Brilliant!!!

  • @TOBEINTHELIFE
    @TOBEINTHELIFE 2 роки тому +1

    You and pops are so freaking adorable. I just love how you breakdown these songs. Songs I’ve heard from when the first dropped. It’s 20+ years later and that line “ why won’t you live for me” just hit different. Love you guys! Gina

  • @justcarinaily
    @justcarinaily 2 роки тому +2

    I have become such a huge fan of this show. This is one of my favorite songs and to see you both bond over such a great piece literally brings me to tears. My son is 6 and I also share a close bond with him over music. I feel most alive and free when I am sharing a song with him and he learns the lyrics with me and we are singing out let hearts out. Wow life is so beautiful and I feel honored to have experienced this so thank you so much for sharing and delivering nothing but fire
    💪🏾✨😭😮‍💨🥰👌🏽 big ups to your pops!!!

  • @chukaye6677
    @chukaye6677 2 роки тому +4

    Your Dad is amazing. I appreciate him for opening his mind up to listen to great music that raised many.

  • @123ilovemii
    @123ilovemii 2 роки тому +16

    Do ‘Charlene’ by Anthony Hamilton!!

  • @cookeepuff
    @cookeepuff 2 роки тому

    One of my favorite songs of all time. So so incredible. I love the music you share with your dad, and I love that we get to be there to see him experience it for the first time. Thank you!

  • @shayshay5065
    @shayshay5065 2 роки тому

    BIG PROPS to You and your Dad...I love this channel...It sends me very good vibes and very uplifting

  • @fokinmohena
    @fokinmohena 2 роки тому +5

    I love this song so much, legendary as a sample and on its own

  • @Vinnywhufc
    @Vinnywhufc 10 місяців тому +3

    “See I know what we’ve got to do, you let go, and I’ll let go too”. The pain. 💔

  • @msmagalie12
    @msmagalie12 Рік тому +1

    This is the 3rd video I've seen and decided to subscribe. Your dad is a special guy. I can tell he'd be a cool person to be around. I can feel his love of music right through the screen. The Tupac videos are what drew me in.
    I love this special moment between the two of you.

  • @tonikadesouza5428
    @tonikadesouza5428 2 роки тому +1

    Lauren's songs are Poetic💞! Beautiful, Creative and Talented. Thanks for the reaction, it was heartfelt and wonderful that you're able to share your appreciation with your parents and it be reciprocated😊!

  • @Poeticfloetic
    @Poeticfloetic 2 роки тому +5

    Fun Fact. Lauryn was also in Sister Act two and her vocals shine there too. Just beautiful 🥰😍

  • @tiagotv7697
    @tiagotv7697 2 роки тому +41

    Lauren Hill is one of the greatest female artists of our time IMO and the song choice you made to review was a good one. I truly like how you both really get into the messages being related within the music from the artist. I can tell you both are true music connoisseurs of deep content and artistry. Another great introspective review from you guys. Looking forward to the next one. 🙏🏾💯💪🏾🎯🙌🏾👍🏾

    • @cb4664
      @cb4664 2 роки тому +1

      One of the greatest artists period male or female IMO.

    • @tiagotv7697
      @tiagotv7697 2 роки тому

      @@cb4664 That goes without saying

    • @jayclearmen411
      @jayclearmen411 2 роки тому

      @@cb4664 I Strongly disagree…i get it you like Lauren…But 1 of the Greatest Artists NO! I can name 5 better just off the top of my head Not Debatable Michael Jackson Prince James Brown.. Being among them ! To say that an put her on there level an that is Blasphemy

  • @Aqua_sounds
    @Aqua_sounds 2 роки тому +2

    I love watching you guys bonding on music and share it with us ❤️❤️ Love from France 🇫🇷

  • @itsme_knb
    @itsme_knb Рік тому +3

    This album is indeed a work of art. Lauryn put her heart and soul into it. I love Dad's perspective. He's a very thoughtful listener. I'm a new subscriber to your channel, and I look forward to future videos.

  • @kevinmccombs3201
    @kevinmccombs3201 2 роки тому +3

    MASTERPIECE! Art at literally, a breathtaking level. Every aspect of it has "it's moment" & was allowed to shine but, 1 doesn't take away from the other's moment. Most🎶 has a single, "that part is great" type moment but every second of this song is magic. Thanks guys! Watching your vids is making a lot of peeps happy. Legit joy is contagious 😎

  • @QurlyChic
    @QurlyChic 2 роки тому +8

    I’m so in love with both of you! How your dad describes the music gives me an appreciation of music I listen to all my life. Even the conversation around the lyrics…just beautiful. Thank you ☺️

    • @frontroom
      @frontroom  2 роки тому +3

      Wow, thank you! (dad)

  • @pedallinwithparedes
    @pedallinwithparedes 2 роки тому

    Great song choice and great reaction from your Dad. You could see the genuine emotions coming up when listening to lyrics that come forth and hit you deep down.

  • @monicaa78
    @monicaa78 2 роки тому

    This was worth the wait. I really appreciate Dads take on the music. I trust his judgement based on this review. Truly I've been trusting his judgement since I started watching. Keep choosing great music to review. Loving this channel!

  • @shirleycollins6241
    @shirleycollins6241 2 роки тому +10

    She covered Frankie Valli ‘s - Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.

  • @minaa.1984
    @minaa.1984 2 роки тому +7

    🥺 dad was getting teary again! He must be protected! Lol.. Great analysis of the songs. You can tell you and your dad are fans of music.
    We need more Lupe Fiasco reaction videos. Honestly the whole The Cool album.
    And Kanye! Original Kanye - College Dropout Kanye. (All Falls Down)
    Tribe Called Quest - low End theory album
    (Oh and Afrobeats, at some point 🙃 - Tems - Free Mind, Wizkid - Essence, PAMI some Burna Boy too)

  • @benhodgson5195
    @benhodgson5195 Рік тому

    Love this video- made even cooler with your dad - feeling the vibes on the rift at the end (amazing energy)- lots of love x

  • @lawandabrown3472
    @lawandabrown3472 2 роки тому

    This channel is raw plus authenic ...I appreciate you both for that

  • @gvibezpodcast7384
    @gvibezpodcast7384 2 роки тому +6

    Her music is amazing she’s iconic just because of this album right here. I just want to say I never listened to this song like I did today, every word meant something and I didn’t even look at it like that all this time. Such a great reaction I love that you guys learn off each other and really pay attention to the words and the actual music the sounds and things like that. Great reaction

  • @niqueybingham3489
    @niqueybingham3489 2 роки тому +8

    Easily one the best albums that ever dropped! It's so good she haven't made a second album! She's good good. Raw, pure, magic! One of the best to ever do it and she cannot be duplicated..ever!

  • @StarfishAndCoffee_
    @StarfishAndCoffee_ 5 місяців тому +1

    Beat is from Wu Tang Clan's "Can It Be That It Was All So Simple Then".

  • @anncooper9369
    @anncooper9369 2 роки тому

    You guys give me life…gives me hope how you appreciate what I’ve loved all my life. You put a smile on my beautiful brown face…I see u learning right before my eyes!

  • @codeel1322
    @codeel1322 2 роки тому +5

    Miseducation is one of my all time favorite albums from any artist. “Now the joy of my world is in Zion.” I lost a son years ago. The song Zion helped me so much in the early days coping with the loss. I stumbled upon your channel and haven’t listened to Lauryn Hill in a minute. Thanks for bringing me back brother. Cheers

    • @frontroom
      @frontroom  2 роки тому

      Thanks for stopping by. Hoping things are good with you now.

  • @yocheckit5427
    @yocheckit5427 2 роки тому +15

    You’re dad is on the money. Roberta Flack sung killing me softly , and the Fugees covered that song as well. Her tone is reminiscent of Roberta Flacks in a way. Lauryn hill’s voice is extra saucy ! ❤️her music

  • @JessicaS620
    @JessicaS620 2 роки тому

    Loved this u pick great songs to introduce your dad to. I think most of us are already VERY familiar with the songs but its so cool to hear the reaction of someone hearing it for the 1st time

  • @lelew430
    @lelew430 2 роки тому

    Best reaction to this song I've ever seen. So open and honest. And definitely my favourite Lauryn hill track, I bought that album when it was released and I'm still playing it weekly. Love from Manchester UK 🇬🇧💖