TRYING NOT TO CRY... | FIRST TIME HEARING R.E.M - Everybody Hurts REACTION

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  • @lauraself8999
    @lauraself8999 2 роки тому +1145

    "Put simply, R.E.M. wrote ‘Everybody Hurts’ to save people’s lives. Everything about the song was designed to stop teenagers from committing suicide; from the straightforward lyrics to the dramatic string arrangements to the beautiful melody, the song hits directly where it counts - the heart." Drew Wardle

    • @gerhardbraatz6305
      @gerhardbraatz6305 2 роки тому +27

      Beautifully said!

    • @kvoltti
      @kvoltti 2 роки тому +44

      I remember when they’d play the song on Much Music after the video would end they’d put up the number to the suicide prevention hotline.

    • @michaelasay6140
      @michaelasay6140 2 роки тому +2

      Well then there needs to be more songs like this....suicides...
      Biden!

    • @jon-pauldupont5746
      @jon-pauldupont5746 2 роки тому +42

      Saved my life a few times.

    • @Gordy63
      @Gordy63 2 роки тому +19

      Brings a tear to my eye every time I hear it. Thanks.

  • @mamadell5723
    @mamadell5723 6 місяців тому +92

    This song saved my life once. I was suicidal and I listened to this lots and it really helped. I'm still here.

    • @jane2594
      @jane2594 5 місяців тому +6

      Glad you're still here ❤

    • @dang2226
      @dang2226 4 місяці тому

      So Glad to here! ❤

    • @DarlaKroupa
      @DarlaKroupa 3 місяці тому

      Wonderful man!

    • @dms246
      @dms246 3 місяці тому

      I'm so glad you're still here.

    • @JohnnyMalkav
      @JohnnyMalkav 3 місяці тому +1

      Best review to this song I have heard! I hope you share both song and personal meaning to everyone around you, this world needs more lights in the darkness... Keep on, and be well!

  • @terrieormonde2340
    @terrieormonde2340 2 роки тому +7

    We need to be kinder and gentler. To one another 🙏❤

  • @richardhodgson6711
    @richardhodgson6711 2 роки тому +277

    REM have been quoted as saying that this song no longer belongs to the band, it belongs to anyone who has ever listened to it and gotten some comfort from it

    • @Wrangzilla
      @Wrangzilla 2 роки тому +2

      I bet the record company feels otherwise… lol.

    • @StratsRUs
      @StratsRUs 2 роки тому +2

      They say the same about Losing My Religion.

    • @gregchristos8954
      @gregchristos8954 4 місяці тому +1

      @@StratsRUs I think you're mistaken. . I watched a a 2 hour documentary on them. It's Everybody Hurts

    • @thewickedpixie63
      @thewickedpixie63 Місяць тому

      I mentioned the same thing. Its a gift to anyone who needs it in their life

  • @bdmention
    @bdmention 2 роки тому +469

    This song's almost 30 years old and it still gets me right in the gut.

    • @angier5775
      @angier5775 2 роки тому +8

      Every time…… 😰

    • @watchmanschannelofdespair
      @watchmanschannelofdespair 2 роки тому +10

      Jeez, and I remember buying this album as if it were only mere months ago. Time...why do you move so quickly?

    • @katehaynes5735
      @katehaynes5735 Рік тому +3

      Yeah, just seeing this video for the first time in years and crying...

    • @eionscones1447
      @eionscones1447 Рік тому

      Would just ❤❤❤ love to throw R.E.M Near Wild Heaven from Out of Time Album for your reactions. It's a wee beautiful song

    • @adamlunter9958
      @adamlunter9958 9 місяців тому

      Oh God… me too. 😢

  • @mdanam
    @mdanam 2 роки тому +450

    "Deep" doesn't begin to describe how important this song is. This video has literally been credited for saving people's lives. That's why it literally has millions of views.

    • @snakesnoteyes
      @snakesnoteyes 2 роки тому +19

      This song has saved my life by reminding that I’m not alone both in the struggle I have with depression and that people love me. I literally owe this song my life.

    • @concertinamadrigals4058
      @concertinamadrigals4058 2 роки тому +13

      This song highlights the sense of feeling "alone in a crowd," that most people experience in their lives.

    • @StateOfMinds
      @StateOfMinds 2 роки тому +6

      Mine for a start. Thankyou.

    • @vwgti303
      @vwgti303 2 роки тому +2

      Literally!?

    • @colemandias3212
      @colemandias3212 2 роки тому +2

      Still waiting for this

  • @usmcrn4418
    @usmcrn4418 2 роки тому +164

    I’m an Iraq war veteran. I’ve seen a lot of unpleasant things.. you guys made me smile. Please keep it up. You helped me in s way that I can’t really understand . Please don’t stop.

    • @javajen19
      @javajen19 Рік тому +19

      God Bless you and thank you for your service. ❤

    • @kingbymba-ww7ti
      @kingbymba-ww7ti 9 місяців тому +6

      God bless you!

    • @yeehaw6737
      @yeehaw6737 8 місяців тому +4

      Thank you for your service! Hold on, you’re never alone.

    • @DrBeckyEm
      @DrBeckyEm 7 місяців тому +4

      Thank you for your service! My nephew is a marine in Okinawa
      Pray he doesn’t have to go through what you’ve been through!!! God bless you and GOD BLESS THE USA’

    • @Shann300
      @Shann300 5 місяців тому +3

      Thank you for your service and for keeping all of us safe and free. God Bless You 🙏💜🙏💚🙏💜🙏💚🙏

  • @jessearmstead2237
    @jessearmstead2237 2 роки тому +582

    “ Losing My Religion “ is a must when it comes to REM.

    • @BillGraper
      @BillGraper 2 роки тому +8

      YES!!!

    • @bkm2797
      @bkm2797 2 роки тому +4

      My Favorite song by them

    • @CG-vn8iy
      @CG-vn8iy 2 роки тому +9

      It's their most famous song, but I don't believe it's their best. For me it's always going to be Radio Free Europe, Driver 8, Oddfellows Local 151, Exhuming McCarthy, or pretty much anything off of the Monster album. Not to say that they have much that's bad. Huge REM fan...

    • @mascottie
      @mascottie 2 роки тому +4

      Yes! The song and video are perfect.

    • @AnimeOtakuDrew
      @AnimeOtakuDrew 2 роки тому +1

      I hated that one at first, but it grew on me and now I like it.

  • @skipmoto3438
    @skipmoto3438 4 місяці тому +17

    Great song.
    Anybody out there hurting....
    I love you. ❤️

  • @laurietanigawa7373
    @laurietanigawa7373 2 роки тому +262

    I once attempted suicide and was in a coma, what I didn't think about was my two boys I was leaving behind with their Bastard father. What I'm trying to say is stop and really think about what you are doing and who you are affecting by your actions. Thank God I survived and got to see my boys grow up!

    • @josephz803
      @josephz803 2 роки тому +26

      Happy you are still here!

    • @paulmcateer1595
      @paulmcateer1595 2 роки тому +14

      More power to your courage Laurie.

    • @snakesnoteyes
      @snakesnoteyes 2 роки тому +19

      I don’t know you, but I’m glad you’re still here. Love, peace, and hope.

    • @kimzfax2450
      @kimzfax2450 2 роки тому +11

      So happy that one didn't work out for you but it ended up working out for you, I hope you know what I mean 🙏🏻🕊❤

    • @3SeveredHeads
      @3SeveredHeads 2 роки тому +7

      🙏💞

  • @trapper108642
    @trapper108642 2 місяці тому +3

    "Be kind... for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle..."

  • @mspicer3262
    @mspicer3262 2 роки тому +79

    As somebody who has been there, I can tell you that when you are in that place that is so dark, so crushing, the only way you see to get out, is simply to not exist anymore... you *won't* call a crisis line, you *can't*, because you don't see yourself as something worth saving. If you don't get lucky, like I did, and have somebody from outside of your situation intervene directly, you probably won't survive. I nearly didn't. Check in on your friends. Especially the ones you have always seen as strong. I was always the rock, the one who was there for everybody else when they needed somebody. I think knowing that I could break really scared a lot of my friends. I lost quite a few in the years since. The road to recovery is a long, arduous one. It's never one that has to be travelled alone, share your load with those who offer to help, and be willing to help shoulder the load of another. Together, the load becomes lighter.
    And look for the ones who have isolated themselves from any group, they're usually the ones who see themselves as outcasts, or not belonging. A compliment, or a brief conversation about the weather, could be the bright spot in their week. Never underestimate the power of your words, or of a single, random, act of kindness.

    • @davidpost428
      @davidpost428 2 роки тому +4

      God bless you as someone who has also been through recovery.

    • @emmef7970
      @emmef7970 2 роки тому +5

      Thank you for your words of wisdom. I'm sure they will help many.

    • @AlmaCynthiaVerdejo
      @AlmaCynthiaVerdejo 2 роки тому +4

      You are so correct. Words of wisdom indeed.

    • @absgbkm
      @absgbkm 2 роки тому +5

      I agree. I've battled depression almost 35 years after one suicide attempt. I wasn't a teen but when my mind goes to dark places I have a tendency to shut myself off from people. The only thing that helps is medication, my fur babies, and music especially this song. I have played it so many times. The past year has been the worst so far. I lost my lab mix to cancer, then found my husband dead. He was sick but I always thought he would die in a hospital so that was traumatic. I had to sell my house of 26 years and move to a mobile home that I only could afford as is which means it needs alot of work. I'm also in a part of town away from all my friends and I don't have family. Two months ago I lost my chihuahua who was closest to me out of all the animals I have had to cancer. I've finally agreed to try therapy again but I'm on a waiting list. I'm a strong person and people keep telling me that but a person can only take so much so I am thankful for music because it's always there when no one else is.

    • @mspicer3262
      @mspicer3262 2 роки тому +2

      @@absgbkm I'm so sorry for your losses, that's heart-breaking. My deepest condolences. "To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die".
      You need to make sure that your friends know that your strength doesn't just come from within you, it comes from within THEM as well. As another adage goes, "no man is an island". Or woman, for that matter.
      Be well :)

  • @meghanmonroe
    @meghanmonroe 10 місяців тому +23

    I always forget how hard this song hits until it starts and he says "when you're sure you've had enough of this life, well hang on. Don't let yourself go.." and I just break down. It's a place I live in most of the time, so hearing people sing about it is extra emotional for me.

    • @markb_123
      @markb_123 9 місяців тому +2

      Hope you are ok today mm

    • @meghanmonroe
      @meghanmonroe 9 місяців тому +1

      @@markb_123 thanks. Been an okay day actually 👍🏻

    • @brightlight4469
      @brightlight4469 6 місяців тому

      I’m rooting for you!!!

  • @giarogers
    @giarogers 2 роки тому +312

    Guys - if you like this song, try : Losing My Religion, It's The End of the World as we Know it, Man on the Moon or Shiny Happy People. You will recognize some of these from popular movies ! Great music by REM !

    • @allensaunders449
      @allensaunders449 2 роки тому +6

      Great band but choice's like fall on me or orange crush or drive better choices then the cliche ones you picked

    • @marcieharreld286
      @marcieharreld286 2 роки тому +2

      Thanks for the list...I'd forgotten how many great songs they had!!!💜💜🤘🎵🎼🎶🎸🥁🎧🎤

    • @sonyawinter1255
      @sonyawinter1255 2 роки тому +5

      Also listen to 'Night swimming' and 'Find the river' both on AFTP and I also recommend ' Near wild heaven' on the 'Out of time' albumin, these are 3 fantastic songs, that don't get the credit they deserve .....

    • @mairyhuff7102
      @mairyhuff7102 2 роки тому

      Whats the frequency Kenneth! so easy to play on guitar but so fun

    • @sonyawinter1255
      @sonyawinter1255 2 роки тому

      @@mairyhuff7102 Cracking song, with typical REM lyrics, certainly gets the juices flowing, although my favourite track on 'MONSTER' has to be 'Bang and Blame' .......

  • @karenglenn6707
    @karenglenn6707 9 місяців тому +2

    My bestie died on the 12th April 1997 from cancer aged just 34. She had already chosen this to be played at her funeral months before she died as she knew she was terminal. I sat with my darling friend the night before, she was in a coma in her room at home, and I told her how much I loved her and what she meant to me, fully believing that she would still wake up. Her little 2yr old daughter Grace came into the room and called Mumma, and there was no reaction, and then I knew and started to sob. We came home that night, and we’re coming back the next day and my husband had a phone call and walked over to me and said Cass (her older daughter) had just rung, and I said please don’t say it, I don’t want to hear it!! She had just died and they wanted us there so we got into the car and I was sobbing, and this bloody song was on! I knew it was her, trying to help me, and comfort me but I just cried harder. I sat with her for ages, stroking her hair, talking to her and thanking her for her love and loyalty. This song has come on at various times in my life since, usually when I need her, and I know it’s her. I miss that beautiful girl every day of my life. I love you so much Meredith ❤️

  • @dan4345
    @dan4345 6 місяців тому +4

    The part of this song that always gets me is at 6:45 with the old man who just lost his wife. Totally crushing.

  • @richardworonowicz9076
    @richardworonowicz9076 2 роки тому +53

    This song was written by the band because of the concerns of the high amount of teenage suicides

  • @davidstenton4365
    @davidstenton4365 2 роки тому +204

    *Love you guys* .!!! *Here is the backstory on this* Michael Stipe { Lead Singer } wrote this for his friend *Kurt Cobain of Nirvana* Trying to "reach him, so to speak" and pull him out of his depression... Sadly, as we all know, Kurt took his own life, although there is endless speculation as to whether or not it was actually suicide, but that's for another day...... THAT'S why this song hits ME so hard and I thought you should know... David ...

    • @hankmullins3090
      @hankmullins3090 2 роки тому +7

      Well said bruh

    • @timhilton7254
      @timhilton7254 2 роки тому +10

      Thank you. I had completely forgotten this.

    • @hankmullins3090
      @hankmullins3090 2 роки тому +2

      @@timhilton7254 welcome

    • @SotonCueMan
      @SotonCueMan 2 роки тому +15

      The other REM song directly to/about Kurt Cobain is Let Me In. Absolutely brilliant song....

    • @typorter-pp6lh
      @typorter-pp6lh 2 роки тому +10

      This was NOT written for Kurt Cobain. This was not even written by Michael Stipe! It was written by Bill Berry for teenagers thinking about suicide.

  • @dewallinjr6253
    @dewallinjr6253 2 роки тому +14

    R.E.M.'s first single Radio Free Europe still holds up in every way.

    • @amyk9175
      @amyk9175 2 роки тому +3

      It’s like finding a hidden gem to catch it on the radio etc. Everybody Hurts and Losing My Religion are quite commonplace and not nearly the treasure as that early REM.

    • @Y_.R
      @Y_.R 2 роки тому +5

      Yes! Early R.E.M. is terrific. They defined my college years in the 80s.

    • @paullagasse5504
      @paullagasse5504 Рік тому

      Wolves lower = great tune

  • @bhikku23
    @bhikku23 11 місяців тому +25

    There have been times when I was younger, closeted, and unmedicated that what kept me going was just knowing that I was not alone, that other people had felt like I did and I was not beyond being understood. This song definitely reaches out to give people that connection.

    • @_bats_
      @_bats_ 2 місяці тому

      I think that's the real power of this song. It's so sort of direct in a way that can, in so many cases, come off as ignorant or condescending because telling someone in a dark place to just stop feeling that way is so deeply unhelpful, but then it completely flips the script by putting that imperative ("so hold on") into the context of absolute validation and understanding of that dark place.

  • @CharCanuck14
    @CharCanuck14 2 роки тому +114

    I think this song tugs at everyone's heartstrings. Another R.E.M song - "Losing My Religion"

    • @vitus33
      @vitus33 2 роки тому

      With all the great REM songs, why wold someone suggest Losing My Religion?

    • @CharCanuck14
      @CharCanuck14 2 роки тому +7

      @@vitus33 I WOULD suggest it because it's one of a mountain of great REM songs.....so why not? Need to start with a few WOWS to entice a person to go down the REM rabbit hole.

    • @isadorealire5722
      @isadorealire5722 2 роки тому +1

      Don't Go Back To Rockvile, Orange Crush, Driver Eight, World Leader Pretend... there are just so many.

    • @mragren9853
      @mragren9853 2 роки тому +1

      @@vitus33
      Michaels very personal lyrics maybe?

  • @fightorfall416
    @fightorfall416 2 роки тому +8

    As soon as I hear the first note I start to cry. 6 years ago this week my 17 y.o. cousin took his life. RIP
    Eric.

  • @damienhenning541
    @damienhenning541 2 місяці тому +2

    It's ironic. In a song with minimal percussion, the beautiful melody was written by their drummer Bill Berry. I'm sure this song has saved many lives. The power of music.♥

  • @user-np2lu3wv2q
    @user-np2lu3wv2q 2 місяці тому +2

    This is an absolutely BRUTAL song.

  • @flutetubamorg
    @flutetubamorg 2 роки тому +14

    I actually met the lead singer, Michael Stipe, a few years before they released this song. They were just starting to get known. In the midst of pre-concert chaos I found him to be one of the most intense, focused, and engaging personalities I have ever come across. It was strange. Mayhem was going on around us, but there was this bubble around him of....calm.....We spoke for a bit, he asked some pointed questions then went to get ready. Really a great personality.

    • @bernardreeves3382
      @bernardreeves3382 Рік тому

      Having seen him in many interviews, I really relate to the picture you’ve painted of this meeting. Not that I doubted he would be genuine, down-to-earth and curious, but it’s still really nice to hear it affirmed. Thanks for sharing! REM are my favourite band and I’m so happy I got to see them (London, 2008, their last ever UK show). I would absolutely love to meet Michael.

  • @tonicastel5933
    @tonicastel5933 2 роки тому +52

    This song helped me SO much when I was extremely ill in the early 90’s. Even now, I turn to it when struggling.

    • @lindap8101
      @lindap8101 Рік тому +2

      Near the beginning of the video as a car approaches the traffic jam there’s the caption ‘They’re all stuck’. At the end of the video when everyone gets out of their vehicles and walks away that is all the sad, ill and lonely people becoming unstuck. You’ve done it before, you can do it again. Peace, Toni.

    • @davidhuggan6315
      @davidhuggan6315 10 місяців тому

      That's so beautiful to read. You may also like Song of Unborn by Steven Wilson - it's so beautiful - especially the last 45 seconds

    • @Mrs.LadeyBug
      @Mrs.LadeyBug 9 місяців тому

      Oh my goodness, me too! I haven’t heard this for so long, and I’m bawling like it helped me cry when it was all pent up when I was younger. This song was a gift to me.

    • @pistonburner6448
      @pistonburner6448 9 місяців тому

      Extremely ill in the 90's? You mean you listened to the Beastie Boys?

  • @mikedauplaise7477
    @mikedauplaise7477 2 роки тому +14

    The song and video are so powerful that I immediately got teary-eyed with the first notes. When the older guy in the car thinks, "She's gone," about his late wife, that really gets me. My mom just passed away, and I can't help but believe my dad is thinking that right now.

  • @gaefferson1
    @gaefferson1 2 роки тому +9

    This song is so wonderful.It reminds of my son who took his life at 14 years old …8 years ago .It takes a long time to heal but sometimes songs touch your soul .

  • @margaretmarks6685
    @margaretmarks6685 2 роки тому +10

    I love this song. Im holding back tears right now. This song touches my heart in a way that is unique. ❤

  • @FirstLast-dd5bx
    @FirstLast-dd5bx 2 роки тому +6

    Anytime I witness real humanity I am moved. We have so much potential.

  • @billhiggins1882
    @billhiggins1882 Рік тому +18

    I smile at Amber's reactions every night

  • @markmartineau1690
    @markmartineau1690 2 роки тому +47

    This so much hits home I have been fighting depression for 9 months since my wife passed away and it is true you have to fight it every single day hoping the next may be better

    • @clarity8
      @clarity8 2 роки тому +7

      Wishing you peace and strength.

    • @eowin6732
      @eowin6732 2 роки тому +5

      So very sorry for your loss. Please, don’t give up. Breathe. Much love.

    • @jennifermcdonald5432
      @jennifermcdonald5432 2 роки тому +5

      Hold on, it does pass but so very very slowly. One day you’ll remember her and smile instead of cry, promise!

    • @saifonlawrence2044
      @saifonlawrence2044 Рік тому +1

      Amen...know what you mean

    • @MarlynHutchison
      @MarlynHutchison Рік тому +1

      Stay strong my friend sending you my deepest sympathy

  • @mokumboi19
    @mokumboi19 2 роки тому +16

    R.E.M. has as deep a rabbit hole as any band in history. Their first six albums are among the greatest of all time (and the ones that came after sure ain't chopped liver, either).

    • @shelq3814
      @shelq3814 11 місяців тому +1

      Agreed 100%!

  • @melindawilliams2585
    @melindawilliams2585 2 роки тому +53

    This is a wonderful song, other good songs from them "Losing My Religion" "It's The End of The World as We Know It" "Man on the Moon"

    • @seasickviking
      @seasickviking 2 роки тому +1

      While those are amongst my favorites, don't Forget "Discoverer". That's one of their hidden gems.

  • @therealheatherharris
    @therealheatherharris 2 роки тому +18

    This was filmed on the I-10 in San Antonio. I couldn't drive that stretch ever again without thinking of this song every time. A huge song that really meant everything to people who were struggling. Still as powerful now. Legendary band. So many good songs.

  • @jaymacgee_A_Bawbag_Blethering
    @jaymacgee_A_Bawbag_Blethering Рік тому +10

    This is INSTANT wet eyes 👀 fantastic track with a very deep meaning to the lyrics … it’s sweet , comforting and unbearable all in equal measure and that’s talent right there . Respect to REM
    👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @christinerose4839
    @christinerose4839 2 роки тому +6

    Hold on and be kind people ❤️

  • @markbarnwell942
    @markbarnwell942 2 роки тому +119

    Such a cool band. Loosing My Religion amongst many more. Defined the 90s IMO

    • @michaelasay6140
      @michaelasay6140 2 роки тому +2

      90's was the last of great music...from the rock and Karen Carpenter of the 70's.

    • @abbyboyd5111
      @abbyboyd5111 2 роки тому

      Losing my religion.... Not Loosing my religion

    • @markbarnwell942
      @markbarnwell942 2 роки тому

      @@abbyboyd5111 thanks, typo.

    • @abbyboyd5111
      @abbyboyd5111 2 роки тому

      @@markbarnwell942 you are most welcome. I assumed as much. 😉

  • @mcshmurty8255
    @mcshmurty8255 3 місяці тому

    I remember this song was used as part of a road safety campaign here in Australia back in the 90's. It was such a graphic ad, showing car crashes, the aftermath, and the loved ones of the victims breaking down. It was the perfect song choice, and really hit home for so many people. If you're prepared to cry, give it a watch.

  • @alanshepherd4304
    @alanshepherd4304 2 роки тому +6

    REM, one of my top ten bands, consistently great, well written and beautifully performed songs!!😁😁🇬🇧

  • @fishordie1992
    @fishordie1992 2 роки тому +25

    Was never a huge REM fan but I have LOVED this song from the first time I heard it back in the 90s. Our acts of kindness towards one another can go a long way. Brighten someone's day today. Say hi to a stranger. Hold the door for someone. Go out of your way to befriend the "weird" people ( aka, people different than you), which we all are. You know, the Golden Rule isn't dead. Never was. Never will be.

  • @anglosaxon5874
    @anglosaxon5874 2 роки тому +97

    You should do Soul Asylum's "Runaway Train". That is about lost children [a different video for a few countries, as they show pictures of them]. Some where found [alive and dead].
    Great song too!

    • @taoist32
      @taoist32 2 роки тому +2

      Definitely. All these great 80’s and early 90’s songs brings me back to innocent times. Teenager in the late 80’s and young adult in the early 90’s.

    • @bethshadid2087
      @bethshadid2087 2 роки тому +2

      Great song 💜🕊️

    • @paulaleckey1968
      @paulaleckey1968 2 роки тому +3

      absolutely! excellent song and video!

    • @cliffhodge6167
      @cliffhodge6167 2 роки тому +1

      Love that song. It’s one of the first ones I learned on the guitar. Can’t watch the video though. Too heartbreaking.

    • @cliffhodge6167
      @cliffhodge6167 2 роки тому +3

      @@paulaleckey1968 video is just too painful for me.

  • @vsmicer
    @vsmicer 2 місяці тому

    This song, along with Lennon's 'Mother' and Pink Floyd's 'When the Tigers broke free' always make me cry - unashamedly. They are all quite dark, yet all so human.

  • @guillermoperis1673
    @guillermoperis1673 2 роки тому +46

    R.E.M. is a universe. The most poetic, successful and artistically honest band (all at the same time!! Incredible!!) in the last 20 years. They're like reading a good poetry book. Different.

    • @Y_.R
      @Y_.R 2 роки тому +1

      R.E.M. did some great music in the 80s too. We’re talking 40 years!

    • @ca9968
      @ca9968 9 місяців тому

      Nicely put!

  • @myname5918
    @myname5918 2 роки тому +30

    As others have said…Losing My Religion is their most famous song. It doesn’t mean what you think it means. It’s a southern phrase.

  • @cas4040
    @cas4040 2 роки тому +18

    They’re the type of band where you can buy the whole album and every track is amazing. They’re a great band.

  • @ToriJonesLeatherwork
    @ToriJonesLeatherwork 9 місяців тому +2

    It is great to see someone review the song and actually GET IT. Excellent review

  • @steviekc9057
    @steviekc9057 2 роки тому +84

    R.E.M was THE College Station staple of the 80's, and then had a huge crossover hit in '91 with Losing My Religion and had many mainstream hit singles. You can't go wrong - so much to check out! It's the End of the World (As We Know It), The One I Love, Losing My Religion, Orange Crush, Fall on Me, and the aforementioned Losing My Religion. (to start) Thanks for the react!

    • @AleAT
      @AleAT 2 роки тому +1

      Imitation of life is another great one!

    • @guillermoperis1673
      @guillermoperis1673 2 роки тому +1

      @@AleAT Driver 8, Gardening at Night, Daysleeper, Be Mine.....it's endless

    • @jpeopolis
      @jpeopolis 2 роки тому +1

      I have always been partial to Half a World Away. Hit the trifecta with great lyrics, a hauntingly-beautiful melody, and a mellifluous voice. Love!

    • @unndunn1
      @unndunn1 2 роки тому

      I first heard them on our college radio station. One of the girls in my dorm was a DJ there and was really into REM so I got to hear them in the early 80’s when they were just getting started.

    • @MrGoldie1976
      @MrGoldie1976 10 місяців тому

      First heard them on Beverley Hills 90210 many moons ago

  • @michaelflynn1759
    @michaelflynn1759 Рік тому +4

    This made me cry, thanks a million folks. Your intelligence and decency are beautiful.

  • @sharonvincent4238
    @sharonvincent4238 8 місяців тому +3

    If your children ever feel as if they are miserable in a way no one can understand, let them listen to this song over and over.

  • @user-uh3nn9sm1j
    @user-uh3nn9sm1j 19 днів тому

    I worked with hurting kids for 40 years. Wish i had this song to share with them back then. 😊

  • @tafkap01
    @tafkap01 2 роки тому +4

    This was definitely the main band of my youth. I took the whole ride with REM. It really was a blessing having MTV with them for that ride so that you get visuals with their beautiful lyrics. That was when MTV actually played music!!!

  • @paulnelson5713
    @paulnelson5713 Рік тому +7

    This is an incredibly special song ,an all time classic,very emotional ❤❤

  • @BillGraper
    @BillGraper 2 роки тому +14

    They really did name their band from "Rapid Eye Movement." I remember Casey Kasem telling us about it. :)

    • @cg9612
      @cg9612 2 роки тому

      Top 40 count down every Saturday night

    • @jediciah37
      @jediciah37 2 роки тому

      R.E.M. happens while dreaming.

    • @StratsRUs
      @StratsRUs 2 роки тому

      Peter Buck said it was just a nice short band name that can mean anything to anyone.

  • @barbaracollins385
    @barbaracollins385 5 місяців тому

    Everyone on the planet has felt this way before. And so boldly talking about nothing but real human emotions.

  • @tanisdevelopment
    @tanisdevelopment 2 роки тому +13

    One way to take the end of the video: Everybody has chosen to leave their problems (represented by the traffic jam) behind, and have gone on into some unknown future.
    Another way: If hundreds of people vanished in such a public way we'd pay attention, we'd care, we'd wonder what happened... but we don't pay as much attention to the lives lost by suicide.

  • @trudywolfe2795
    @trudywolfe2795 2 роки тому +34

    This song absolutely applies to everyone. I've heard it 100 times and I still cry when I hear it.
    Please listen to Over The Rainbow by Izzy Israel Kamakawiwole

    • @reanimated
      @reanimated 2 роки тому

      Okay so you're mad that they're not sobbing yet?? ;p Why else call for Iz...

    • @trudywolfe2795
      @trudywolfe2795 2 роки тому

      @@reanimated what.???

    • @forkedhornYT
      @forkedhornYT 2 роки тому +1

      I agree that song is amazing done by him.

  • @lspthrattan
    @lspthrattan 2 роки тому +7

    This song is one that would not be out of place in church...or anywhere. All about the Love and Hope, my friends. Thanks for another great take on an old favorite; so fun hearing it for the first time again, through you.

  • @jasonthayer1309
    @jasonthayer1309 2 роки тому +5

    R.E.M. is one of my top 10 bands! Michael Stipe (lead singer) has one of the most beautiful voices in rock. Here are my suggestions:
    "Man on the Moon"
    "Orange Crush"
    "It's the End of the World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)"
    "Stand"
    "The One I Love"

  • @mikekroft86
    @mikekroft86 7 місяців тому +1

    This is as much a message as a song to people suffering from depression, letting them know there are answers out there

  • @benjamansharer7969
    @benjamansharer7969 2 роки тому +14

    Jay and Amber, with you both being teachers, you are in an excellent position to help so many kids who may be going through something they dont know who to talk to about it.
    I would suggest you play this song for them and let them know that they're not alone. Sometimes, a teacher can be the best person to talk to about a personal problem, or the teacher can "sense" there is a problem

  • @lolalilolily
    @lolalilolily 2 роки тому +3

    This song saved so many lives. Amazing masterpiece

  • @StratsRUs
    @StratsRUs 2 роки тому +1

    Led Zeppelin's bass player , John Paul Jones did the arrangement of the orchestra on this song.

  • @beverleyringe7014
    @beverleyringe7014 2 роки тому

    This great record brings back sad memories of the time Princess Diana died, it was played on tv , when all the flowers were outside Kensington Palace, very sad song, brings back memories of this wonderful beautiful woman ,,

  • @christophergregory2153
    @christophergregory2153 Рік тому +3

    I really enjoy watching y'all. You seem like very kind-hearted people that share the same mindset as I do. I appreciate what you all do.

  • @johnhuber590
    @johnhuber590 2 роки тому +24

    I think I remember Jay saying that he likes the piano, so I would recommend REMs Night Swimming. It's another slow song, but the piano and lyrical imagery more than make up for the tempo.

    • @annettegreen6689
      @annettegreen6689 2 роки тому +3

      Oh yes! That one is beautiful 😊💖

    • @mistymountainhop71
      @mistymountainhop71 2 роки тому +2

      and both of these songs' string arrangements( and a couple of others from this album) were composed by John Paul Jones from Led Zeppelin - a little factoid not known by very many people!!

  • @jericoba
    @jericoba 2 роки тому

    Iconic song. Iconic video. 5 out of 5. Memorable from MTV.

  • @shanamiller2964
    @shanamiller2964 2 роки тому

    Thank you! R.E.M. is a great band!

  • @mikeybeeee07
    @mikeybeeee07 2 роки тому +5

    Nightswimming. Please.
    Or just do Shiny Happy People.
    One of the great bands and artists to come out of Georgia.

  • @damonhines8187
    @damonhines8187 2 роки тому +5

    Much love from Toronto, guys, thanks for being two warm, genuine, open-hearted people and taking us with you on this amazing journey of discovery. ✌😘🎶💞💃

  • @joshuapeterson6072
    @joshuapeterson6072 2 роки тому +1

    Mike Stipes vibrato is classic.

  • @jamesboyd2394
    @jamesboyd2394 2 роки тому

    You are NOT the only one...so cheer up...life goes on...

  • @Curraghmore
    @Curraghmore 2 роки тому +4

    Ironically, they also had a hit with "Shiny Happy People".

  • @AngryOtterReacts
    @AngryOtterReacts 2 роки тому +6

    This was filmed on the I-10/I-35 double decker in downtown San Antonio (My hometown)

  • @BarredCoast0
    @BarredCoast0 2 роки тому

    Very cute is the explanation that Michael Stipe learned the abbreviation from his grandma. In this version the little old lady told Michael to enjoy every moment of his life: Remember Every Moment!

  • @rachaelghostcat8584
    @rachaelghostcat8584 2 роки тому +1

    I have seen REM live numerous times, the best band ever for me!

  • @bajansweetlove
    @bajansweetlove Рік тому +3

    What a beautiful song ❤️

  • @writerjohnmcnally
    @writerjohnmcnally 2 роки тому +178

    For faster, fun R.E.M. song: “It’s the End of the World as We Know It”

    • @foxandscout
      @foxandscout 2 роки тому +3

      Love that song. Adore that song. Words are important so they should look at lyrics while reacting.

    • @steviekc9057
      @steviekc9057 2 роки тому +4

      @@foxandscout Are you kidding?!?! They'll have to pause and rewind every 3 seconds lol LEONARD BERNSTEIN

    • @hankmullins3090
      @hankmullins3090 2 роки тому +2

      @@steviekc9057 great comment love it

    • @leephillips2837
      @leephillips2837 2 роки тому +3

      because you need to hear happy REM too.

    • @kvoltti
      @kvoltti 2 роки тому +1

      And if you want to hear it even faster check out the Great Big Sea cover of it

  • @viviennerose6858
    @viviennerose6858 2 місяці тому

    Chills from beginning to end, all driven by Michael Stipes voice and lyrics

  • @michellejones6630
    @michellejones6630 2 роки тому

    It's been forever since I've heard that song!!!!! 👍👍💕💕.... thanks guys!!!

  • @elysehfm8797
    @elysehfm8797 2 роки тому +4

    Everybody Hurts is so amazing.

  • @craigdugan3443
    @craigdugan3443 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you for this. I am almost 54 years old and still cry my eyes out at this song. It hits so hard. I used to be in a very dark place and probably thought of suicide more in one day than most people do in their lifetime. I felt as if I failed at everything. That feeling, oddly enough, is the only reason I never tried. Because I thought I’d fail at that, too. I managed somehow to change my thoughts and with that came a change in my life. I’m somewhat successful, I live in a beautiful home with a beautiful wife, I have 4 incredible grandchildren and life is good. I’m so blessed to be here today and every day. My wife and I do a thing every single day at dinner where we say one thing that we are grateful for. That alone keeps us grounded and humble. So please, if anyone is reading this and struggling inside, message me. Talk to me. Talk to someone. You are special. You are loved. Please hang on. It’s worth it, trust me. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @icequeen1781
    @icequeen1781 2 роки тому

    Georgia boys….❤️
    And YES it stands for Rapid Eye Movement~!!!

  • @cathyortiz1280
    @cathyortiz1280 2 роки тому +2

    Thus song still gives me goose bumps everytime I hear it. So sad & beautiful at the same time. I'm sure it's saved many lives.

  • @mvellis3863
    @mvellis3863 2 роки тому +108

    Another great song that has been credited with helping many people change their minds about hurting themselves or suicide is "Don't Give Up" by Peter Gabriel and Kate Bush. It's an incredible duet from two musical geniuses (in fact Elton John said this song saved him from drug overdosing). ua-cam.com/video/VjEq-r2agqc/v-deo.html

    • @cg9612
      @cg9612 2 роки тому +3

      Yes, definitely. and its video is great too.

    • @michaelasay6140
      @michaelasay6140 2 роки тому +2

      Well then there needs to be more songs like this with all the suicides...terrible world we live in...all the violence, the border, Biden...just crazy.

    • @wotspur
      @wotspur 2 роки тому

      Yup , my two, go to songs when I feel depressed,( 4 redundancies before 26, and several other job losses in last 30 years ,then got EXCLUDED . Peter Gabriel , lucky Barsteward spending 7 minutes holding Kate Bush , who wouldn’t . Another great anti suicide song is , The Great gig in the sky, by Pink Floyd ……I’m hanging on daily

  • @legeinia
    @legeinia 2 роки тому +42

    I just recently found you guys, maybe a month or 2 ago and I gotta say I love you guys and your channel and just thank you for being you. I don't have any friends and recently became disabled, and I only have a couple family members that talk to me, but still I'm alone everyday besides my dog. Watching your videos make me feel less alone and a little less depressed so I thank you guys

    • @barbaramatthews4735
      @barbaramatthews4735 2 роки тому +5

      You are beautiful and you are loved. It's hard to be lonely. I've been there.
      I don't want to give you a bunch of feel good talk that really doesn't mean anything. You do have people who care about you. Sometimes it's something that we go through. While it may seem impossible today, we still don't know what tomorrow brings. Chances are that you have a friend out there that you just haven't met yet.

    • @BLew657
      @BLew657 2 роки тому +3

      Thats the only reason i watch reaction videos so it feels like I'm watching with someone. Totally relate

  • @msw93060
    @msw93060 7 місяців тому +1

    One of the great bands from Athens Georgia! Used to watch them live at the 40 watt club in the 80's. Saw them and another Athens band, the B52s live on the square in downtown Athens.

  • @r4h4al
    @r4h4al 5 місяців тому +1

    Blew my mind when I first saw this video.

  • @moanman1776
    @moanman1776 2 роки тому +9

    Emotional song. Lyrics /video cut deep. Very relatable because, sooner or later, "Everybody Hurts."
    --

  • @WINO1964
    @WINO1964 2 роки тому +13

    I'm so addicted to your channel. Bringing me smiles Every Single Day :)

  • @rogerssbn6766
    @rogerssbn6766 2 роки тому

    The Corrs cover this song, and it's also, beautifully, heart touching and important.

  • @brianwilson3952
    @brianwilson3952 2 роки тому

    This and 'Don't give up' have saved thousands of lives.

  • @philstone3859
    @philstone3859 2 роки тому +3

    Not a very big R.E.M. fan but the power of this song is undeniable. And I heard they filmed it in a really cool place!

  • @marniethedyslexic6445
    @marniethedyslexic6445 2 роки тому +11

    Great reaction. Love this song. As someone who suffers with depression this song means an awful lot to me. Always reminds me to hold on, things can hopefully get better. It’s comforting to know other people feel like you do.👍❤️✌️🌼

  • @chfphoto
    @chfphoto 2 роки тому +2

    7:13 she went to Church, it's a powerful lift in the song and it gives me goosebumps every time.

  • @MichaelMcnally-ig9bd
    @MichaelMcnally-ig9bd 3 місяці тому +1

    big smile..thanks

  • @trentzelazny7728
    @trentzelazny7728 2 роки тому +3

    R.E.M. is awesome. This album in particular was the album that helped me in coping with my father's death as a teenager.
    Love your channel. Thanks for being here 🤘❤🙏

  • @irishfergal
    @irishfergal Рік тому +3

    This is the song we need right now. And excellent PSA - Thanks !!! Sweet ones: Don't isolate. Reach out, especially if you don't even feel worthy. Someone out there really wants to help and wishes you well. 💗

  • @embraceyourweirdness70
    @embraceyourweirdness70 2 роки тому

    Possibly my favorite song by these guys...

  • @quemalcy
    @quemalcy 11 місяців тому

    They were in a league of their own .. thanks guys..