The Weeknd has a history of heavy drug use when he was really young, if you listen to his early stuff you’ll get a taste of where he’s at now compared to back then. Interesting stuff
@@nextlevelnonce8884 yeah think that's why he says he's going back to his old ways if you have listened to trilogy you'd know he was involved with a lot of drugs and stuff
3:40 - "WOAH." that was all our reactions the first time we listened to that part of the song. Faith is definitely one of the best tracks of After Hours.
Yes he is on his way to being a Michael Jackson this man came a long long way people criticized his music but they need to listen to his lyrics it says a lot he was out there in that world but he got himself together
@@stardog2779 Michael was just a pure entertainer at the end of the day I dont think The Weeknd will ever be on that level of greatness he’s more of a studio artist. And dont get me wrong he’s really talented and makes great music but on the stage the gap is really big between the weeknd and Michael.
@@andreeflores1096 I don’t know I’m a big MJ and Weeknd fan, MJs voice was amazing but The Weeknd’s voice is so pure and beautiful, MJs was to but i couldn’t just sit here a say that MJs was far better. It’s definitely close.
“That’s kinda dark” lol you guys should react to his earlier music, house of balloons, Thursday, echoes of silence, etc. Even darker than this song. Great reaction!
This song probably contains his darkest phrase out of all of his discography though. ''If i OD, I want you to OD right beside me, i want you to follow right being me. I want you to hold me while i'm smiling, while i'm dying''. Like whoa, i don't think any phrase from HOB, Thursday or EOS compare to this.
@@oldguyreactions It's always interesting to see other people's perspectives on these songs and the shared sense of awe. The Weeknd is my favorite artist of all time and I agree, definitely react to the Alone Again vevo performance :)
the weeknd is amazing... youre right when you say he sounds like mj.. dirty diana by the weeknd justifies that.. you should react to "dirty diana" by the weeknd. other songs on this album are amazing too.. like alone again.. live and other live performances are great .. scared to live again by the weeknd also proves that he sounds like mj.. i would recommend the live version of that song
being human is a burden. that’s what all his songs convey, ironically with such angelic voice surfing under some of the darkest and haunted lyrical and musical production of ALL time. Masterpiece!
This man went through a lot he was out there in the street 10 years 10 years ago being homeless and hungry I think he did a wonderful job he won a lot of awards he made something of himself all celebrities have their own style when it comes to music their own performance I think you did a good job he does remind me of Michael Jackson a little bit but this man is blessed people criticize him but he's blessed
This video is perfect on so many levels, simply because The Weeknd is a Millennial and I feel like historically there’s always been a generational gap between young and old folks but for some reason, Millennials tend to seem more misunderstood and foreign so to see these gentleman not only listening to The Weeknd but also attempting to appreciate his work as an art form, it’s comforting. Thank you both for doing this. Also, I would compare this song’s message to that of New Order’s True Faith.
The song is based on his life where he used to use drugs often (maybe he still does or doesn’t) but then when the sirens come on he’s singing about a time when he got arrested and ended up in a cop car and most likely his lowest point (after fame) that he feels he’s lost his faith. Love your reaction! Definitely should listen to more of his songs, his latest album AFTER HOURS is like a movie! Next listen to Alone Again plz
Love your reactions. I especially love the fact you broaden your music tastes. This is onr of my top Weeknd songs. Your guest was great I loved his point of view of this song. It’s true you’re a bondage to the drugs and it takes you down. This song is about when he used to do drugs and didn’t feel like nothing it worth living.
Just subscribed! You guys are so cool he way you look into deeper meaning instead of just assuming the artist is a bad person for singing on harsh topics. Very cool and please do more WEEKND because he has lived a crazy life and trilogy delves into that story. :) keep it up cool guys
Ok,so this is dark,but he used to do a lot of drugs back in the day but the good part is that he stopped doing it and the flashing car that he ended up in is a police car,this thing happened in 2015 when he punched a cop
The final scene where we see the light comes and goes away, it feels like he was given electric shock from defribilator and the final read light where It marks the end of the life
Or the end of his addiction because hes not dead yet and he seems to be doing great now . If he had a serious problem with drugs before he seems to not be letting it win now especially with millions of dollars at his disposal ... He's like the biggest star in the world now ..
This is the first time watching one of your vids but everyone likes how the older generations react to younger generation woes, interests and worries. Especially since 8% on a smartphone phone battery and slow or no wi-fi is the end of the world to the kids these days. I sound like and old man and I'm only in my 40's. 😂😂😂 Old guy on the left might've benefited from having the lyrics up on a tablet/phone to look at but not before pressing play. Gonna check your previous works and decide to sub from that.
Abel himself said that the "flashing car" was reffering to a cop car, but it fits the song much better if it's an ambulance and he ends up dying, or at least almost dying
this song as said by The Weeknd himself is about back at a time when Weeknd was a heavy drug user and was trying to live that rockstar lifestyle. the sirens at the end and him being in the flashing car relates back to when he punched a police officer and had gotten arrested one time in Vegas.
Interesting thing I noticed about older generation including my dad is that they are very observant about the lyrics of a song and the story that is being conveyed vs my generation (millenial/gen z) we prioritize the overall sound of the music and care less for lyrics. I love a mix of both and thats why the weeknd is my favorite artist. Listen to the whole after hours album it is a classic.
I like how these guys couldn't understand the lyrics didnt really know who the weekend is and still got the song. Shows great and deep music trascends if your ready to listen.
The whole album that this song is from "After Hours" tells a story of heartbreak as well as diving into the oddities of Hollywood and how its affecting him - as well as him trying to escape that culture/lifestyle. This song is basically a look into something that legit happened to The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye) in Vegas I believe in 2015, when he was under the influence, punched a police officer, and was arrested. It's a shame, because in real life he's actually a very sweet, caring, loving, and thankful man. His songs depict a character so deeply dark, but the man behind The Weeknd is a great guy. Figured I'd give a clearer background to this song :) Loved the video!! Can't wait to see more!
He has also curses A LOT in his music, so if you decide to delve more into his music, just be weary that he is worse than a pirate sometimes. All great songs nonetheless.
Loved this reaction. He does sound a lot like Michael Jackson. Also The Weeknd is singing about his own life struggles in this album, and the things he is/has gone through in the spotlight/LA
I dont know how cant these matured people not understand such a simple interpretation of depression. He (weeknd) loved someone whom he lost, which led him to getting addicted to drug so much that he overdosed and found himself in an ambulance at the end. ( that faith and religion were is his love ) whom he lost. Means he lost his faith and was losing his religion of love because he lost her.
The Weeknd said Michael Jackson is like a dad to him. And I like his music better than MJ. You should check more of The Weeknd. He's currently the most listened artist on Spotify with almost 70mil unique listeners every month. I love his music. Also check out Zayn's new album
I recently found your channel, and I think You should react to all After Hours album in one long video. The Weeknd got snubbed this year at Grammys, but this is still one of the best (if not THE best) album of 2020.
A lot of his songs are about drug addiction , even that song “ can’t feel my face, when I’m with you “ is about drugs lol I would entertain a lot of his songs with lyrics. Very deep songs. Songs like “ The zone “, “ often “, “ house of balloons “
Guys - We practice faith everrryday. XO - Sir, that's not what this song is about... I mean.. Guys - WHOA, That's Dark! XO - Yeaaaah. Exactly, that's it.
I really enjoyed this video! I like how you guys are so open minded and truly listened to the lyrics. He has so much more to say through this album After Hours❤ #XOTWOD
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"That's kinda dark"
OH BOY.
Lol
They have no idea. Wait and see if they do a reaction to the Trilogy mixtapes...
@@brianattyberry I'm waiting to see too late or in your eyes reaction 😂
@@jacobunofficial1146 exactly
@@jacobunofficial1146 or Pretty or False Alarm or Mania
The Weeknd has a history of heavy drug use when he was really young, if you listen to his early stuff you’ll get a taste of where he’s at now compared to back then. Interesting stuff
havent listen to his old stuff but i assume he's not as involved into drugs as much as before someone pleasr tell me if im correct or not
@@nextlevelnonce8884 yh u right, he used to be heavy on drugs but not anymore
@@nextlevelnonce8884 yeah think that's why he says he's going back to his old ways if you have listened to trilogy you'd know he was involved with a lot of drugs and stuff
@@KG-cz9xe thanks
@@oliviamorton8816 ah yes. thanks for the reply
“But, he has faith in something” *1 minute later* “i lost my faith”
🤣
3:40 - "WOAH." that was all our reactions the first time we listened to that part of the song. Faith is definitely one of the best tracks of After Hours.
for me. it's the best.
The weekend is probably on his way to being at the level of Michael Jackson's. This guys songs are a masterpiece
Yes he is on his way to being a Michael Jackson this man came a long long way people criticized his music but they need to listen to his lyrics it says a lot he was out there in that world but he got himself together
@@annacarter4879 yeah but Michael had all the attributes. The perfect singer and dancer. Abel dances but not at the same level of michael.
@@stardog2779 Michael was just a pure entertainer at the end of the day I dont think The Weeknd will ever be on that level of greatness he’s more of a studio artist. And dont get me wrong he’s really talented and makes great music but on the stage the gap is really big between the weeknd and Michael.
Don't go that far, the weeknd is a genius but michael is a legend, his vocals were way better than the wekknd's, no one can be that good nowadays
@@andreeflores1096 I don’t know I’m a big MJ and Weeknd fan, MJs voice was amazing but The Weeknd’s voice is so pure and beautiful, MJs was to but i couldn’t just sit here a say that MJs was far better. It’s definitely close.
“That’s kinda dark” lol you guys should react to his earlier music, house of balloons, Thursday, echoes of silence, etc. Even darker than this song. Great reaction!
Thursday is dark af
This song probably contains his darkest phrase out of all of his discography though.
''If i OD, I want you to OD right beside me,
i want you to follow right being me.
I want you to hold me while i'm smiling,
while i'm dying''.
Like whoa, i don't think any phrase from HOB, Thursday or EOS compare to this.
@@ItachiUchiha-qv8nx Some lines from initiation and the The Zone can definitely give it a run for its money though.
@@ItachiUchiha-qv8nx what ? Are you fr ?
@@aisekaise3361 yeah, you seem surprised or something? What lines from hob thursday or eos are darker than this? i'd like to hear your take
The Weeknd is very honest in his music. And a lot of the time he's portraying this dark character.
That's why I love him .. he thinks outside of the box he's not interested in being like everyone else or sounding like everyone else ..
The character is him from early in his fame from his accounts. He said he went crazy for a couple years and that’s the person he’s talking about.
@@concreterecovery3862 yeah abel always try to do experiments our man can do any genere and it will be top 10 in bb
Pls react the weeknd along again vevo peformance
Looking it up...yessss
That "alone again" ...
That's fire plz check that out
@@oldguyreactions It's always interesting to see other people's perspectives on these songs and the shared sense of awe. The Weeknd is my favorite artist of all time and I agree, definitely react to the Alone Again vevo performance :)
One of my favorite songs of his. If you like this one check out 'Escape from LA' Hands down my favorite weekend song!💯🤙
the weeknd is amazing... youre right when you say he sounds like mj.. dirty diana by the weeknd justifies that.. you should react to "dirty diana" by the weeknd. other songs on this album are amazing too.. like alone again.. live and other live performances are great .. scared to live again by the weeknd also proves that he sounds like mj.. i would recommend the live version of that song
Oh my goodness, I have to pull those up. Awesome!
Dude his whole album is underrated, all of them are hits
underrated? this is the most successful rnb album of all time. how can it be underrated?
@@childish8469 how fucking dare u call after hours underrated…
@@DLeon64 I'm saying it's not underrated. I never said it was.
@@childish8469 u clearly put “his whole album is underrated” which ur calling the album in general underrated
@@DLeon64 I said "how can it be underrated" CLEARLY implying I don't think it's underrated.
being human is a burden. that’s what all his songs convey, ironically with such angelic voice surfing under some of the darkest and haunted lyrical and musical production of ALL time. Masterpiece!
I love Abel so much, so glad he finally put my country in the tour list, can't believe it yet
Blinding Lights at the AMAs is a great one!! Highly recommend it!
VMAs*
The Weeknd performed In your eyes and save your tears in the AMAs
@@gokulkrishna3361 yeah just got the two shows mixed up lmao
@@turnercortese2753 But both performances are lit 💥💥
@@gokulkrishna3361 you're damn right
Nice vid! Can you pls react to his live alone again performance🖤🖤
yesss that performance is amazing!
yess!
La verdad si, es la mejor canción live que haya hecho últimamente
Yessssssss
This man went through a lot he was out there in the street 10 years 10 years ago being homeless and hungry I think he did a wonderful job he won a lot of awards he made something of himself all celebrities have their own style when it comes to music their own performance I think you did a good job he does remind me of Michael Jackson a little bit but this man is blessed people criticize him but he's blessed
More the weekndddd
More coming.
This video is perfect on so many levels, simply because The Weeknd is a Millennial and I feel like historically there’s always been a generational gap between young and old folks but for some reason, Millennials tend to seem more misunderstood and foreign so to see these gentleman not only listening to The Weeknd but also attempting to appreciate his work as an art form, it’s comforting. Thank you both for doing this.
Also, I would compare this song’s message to that of New Order’s True Faith.
2 great songs
I love the genuine reaction
Seeing y'all react I get the chills of the words he's harmonizing
If your struguling with understanding lyrics you can always turn on subtitles, love from mexico :)
The song is based on his life where he used to use drugs often (maybe he still does or doesn’t) but then when the sirens come on he’s singing about a time when he got arrested and ended up in a cop car and most likely his lowest point (after fame) that he feels he’s lost his faith. Love your reaction! Definitely should listen to more of his songs, his latest album AFTER HOURS is like a movie! Next listen to Alone Again plz
Yes Amen to that Amen to that
Love your reactions. I especially love the fact you broaden your music tastes. This is onr of my top Weeknd songs. Your guest was great I loved his point of view of this song. It’s true you’re a bondage to the drugs and it takes you down. This song is about when he used to do drugs and didn’t feel like nothing it worth living.
Yes, I look forward to more. Thank you for the awesome comment.
Just subscribed! You guys are so cool he way you look into deeper meaning instead of just assuming the artist is a bad person for singing on harsh topics. Very cool and please do more WEEKND because he has lived a crazy life and trilogy delves into that story. :) keep it up cool guys
He will be performing at the Super Bowls halftime show
loved this reaction!!!
this channel is the most wholesome channel i've ever come across^^
Ok,so this is dark,but he used to do a lot of drugs back in the day but the good part is that he stopped doing it and the flashing car that he ended up in is a police car,this thing happened in 2015 when he punched a cop
I love that you guys tried to get the meaning of the song. I hope you also check out his Alone Again vevo performance
Great video guys. I loved the breakdown
oh i need more
WE NEED MORE REACTIONS, I’m so excited I really need to hear about what you guys think of his music
The final scene where we see the light comes and goes away, it feels like he was given electric shock from defribilator and the final read light where It marks the end of the life
Or the end of his addiction because hes not dead yet and he seems to be doing great now . If he had a serious problem with drugs before he seems to not be letting it win now especially with millions of dollars at his disposal ... He's like the biggest star in the world now ..
React more to the weeknd! Subbed!
he make a whole movie with music,the atmosphere that he make,make me just admire more than i do
This is the first time watching one of your vids but everyone likes how the older generations react to younger generation woes, interests and worries. Especially since 8% on a smartphone phone battery and slow or no wi-fi is the end of the world to the kids these days. I sound like and old man and I'm only in my 40's. 😂😂😂
Old guy on the left might've benefited from having the lyrics up on a tablet/phone to look at but not before pressing play. Gonna check your previous works and decide to sub from that.
U have to listen to this song several times .. with each time I will love it more
I really enjoyed how hopeful they were that it was a lovely song about a girl named faith.
we want him on future videos.
Abel himself said that the "flashing car" was reffering to a cop car, but it fits the song much better if it's an ambulance and he ends up dying, or at least almost dying
You guys are great haha 🙏
You both should react to more of the weeknd's music. This reaction was great n we would love to see more reactions on the weeknd
Oh man I’d love to see them react to more of this album
this song as said by The Weeknd himself is about back at a time when Weeknd was a heavy drug user and was trying to live that rockstar lifestyle. the sirens at the end and him being in the flashing car relates back to when he punched a police officer and had gotten arrested one time in Vegas.
5:49 i cried a little at this scene 😭
Interesting thing I noticed about older generation including my dad is that they are very observant about the lyrics of a song and the story that is being conveyed vs my generation (millenial/gen z) we prioritize the overall sound of the music and care less for lyrics. I love a mix of both and thats why the weeknd is my favorite artist. Listen to the whole after hours album it is a classic.
you should check out more of his music
This was such a wholesome review! :') Loved it, keep it up guys!
First video of yours I've ever watched and I'm subbing. PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, OH PLEASE, REACT TO HIS FIRST ALBUM!
Do more the weeknd old songs!!!
I like how these guys couldn't understand the lyrics didnt really know who the weekend is and still got the song. Shows great and deep music trascends if your ready to listen.
Coming from reddit, great video😁
he also did a performance like this with his song alone again yall should check it out!
Do more the weeknd reactions togetherrrrr!!!
Do more the weeknd reactions, please!
The whole album that this song is from "After Hours" tells a story of heartbreak as well as diving into the oddities of Hollywood and how its affecting him - as well as him trying to escape that culture/lifestyle. This song is basically a look into something that legit happened to The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye) in Vegas I believe in 2015, when he was under the influence, punched a police officer, and was arrested. It's a shame, because in real life he's actually a very sweet, caring, loving, and thankful man. His songs depict a character so deeply dark, but the man behind The Weeknd is a great guy. Figured I'd give a clearer background to this song :) Loved the video!! Can't wait to see more!
He has also curses A LOT in his music, so if you decide to delve more into his music, just be weary that he is worse than a pirate sometimes. All great songs nonetheless.
more weeknd reactions!
Loved this reaction. He does sound a lot like Michael Jackson. Also The Weeknd is singing about his own life struggles in this album, and the things he is/has gone through in the spotlight/LA
You should definitely do more the weeknd reactions! Loved this one, subscribed!
This made me smile so much y’all r so dope thanks a lot
Can we get you guys to react to more Weeknd... this was PERFECT
I dont know how cant these matured people not understand such a simple interpretation of depression. He (weeknd) loved someone whom he lost, which led him to getting addicted to drug so much that he overdosed and found himself in an ambulance at the end. ( that faith and religion were is his love ) whom he lost. Means he lost his faith and was losing his religion of love because he lost her.
I love your interpretation of this song
Great channel def sub
The Weeknd said Michael Jackson is like a dad to him. And I like his music better than MJ. You should check more of The Weeknd. He's currently the most listened artist on Spotify with almost 70mil unique listeners every month. I love his music. Also check out Zayn's new album
Great reaction!
You guys are cool. Great song.
You need to react to his ALONE AGAIN performance 🙏
Absolutely loved this! Please react to more of The Weeknd, he is an incredible artist! I loved your interpretation as well!
I recently found your channel, and I think You should react to all After Hours album in one long video. The Weeknd got snubbed this year at Grammys, but this is still one of the best (if not THE best) album of 2020.
you guys need to do a reaction to his live performance of "Alone Again"
Abel NEEDS to see this 😂
Good reaction! I would like to see more
Awesome vid! More Weeknd reactions would be great
Vevo ALONE AGAIN!? reaction Waiting!! For that man
This is the coolest old guy I ever seen
This was a great reaction. React to mord the weeknd please. Also I would reccomend to check out Lana Del Rey's music.
Lana Del Rey is coming....great comment!
A lot of his songs are about drug addiction , even that song “ can’t feel my face, when I’m with you “ is about drugs lol
I would entertain a lot of his songs with lyrics. Very deep songs. Songs like “ The zone “, “ often “, “ house of balloons “
React to more of The Weeknd!!! Specifically “Blinding lights”
Guys - We practice faith everrryday.
XO - Sir, that's not what this song is about... I mean..
Guys - WHOA, That's Dark!
XO - Yeaaaah. Exactly, that's it.
damn always nice to see nice couple of people reacting too some nice next level art, i like a 3rd opinion haha
6:26 you felt that too, didn't you old guy? ✨
that's a reaction. bravo!
More reactions for the weeknd pls 🙏🏻
Lol, when I clicked on the vid I thought it was old guys singing 'Faith'. Interesting video nonetheless.
I’m a 59 yr old woman and I love his music
Do more please of The Weeknd
React to Alone Again Vevo live performance!!!
Hope Abel sees this 😂 After Hours (song) would be great for you to react! 👌🏼
Please react to his other live performance for the song "Alone Again"
React to his album after hours
The dude in green was my reaction like ???????????? 😭😭😭😂
Please do another one with thursday
Anyone clicked this video only be causeu saw Weeknd in the title
I really enjoyed this video! I like how you guys are so open minded and truly listened to the lyrics. He has so much more to say through this album After Hours❤ #XOTWOD
Dammit another react channel I gota stay invested it! 😓😂 good luck guys love this video can’t wait for your future videos
The best to ever do it
I’m definitely subbing up for more The Weeknd reactions love this🙏🙏🙏
i loved this
you nailed the michael jackson comparison he literally is a darker mike. His music is heavily influenced by him but the Weeknd content is much darker.
9:13 holy shit that line aged like FINE WINE
The old guy wears one of the most bassy headphones ever made.
Scared to live again his singing in my opinion to a love of his NOT drugs
Definitely check out his live performance of “Scared To Live” The Weeknd did on SNL.