The more I watched this video the more it made sense to me. He is simply walking down the sidewalk trying to keep his stride. Not threatening, not doing a thing to anyone. As he tries to get to his destination, everyone and everything gets in HIS way without any regard for him. Some are angry, some are forceful, some aren’t even paying attention. It’s brilliant. We are born with a purpose and a focus. The “longer we walk” the disruptions and distractions are many and varied. We tend to lose our focus trying to adjust for others. It’s really very deep and I love this video as well as this song.
@paulleach3612
2 жыл бұрын
Bingo. It's all very tao. He's a dude. Abide.
@davshaw5
2 жыл бұрын
Good analogy…..
@zanethind
2 жыл бұрын
Nice way of putting it
@stocksandblonds44
2 жыл бұрын
Sorry Jennifer, there is no purpose .Do what U feel whats right.
@stacym31
Жыл бұрын
Jen, THIS!!! I got the same message.
@ProkNo5
2 жыл бұрын
This song in the final scene of Cruel Intentions always gave me chills.
@Unit17
2 жыл бұрын
That's where I first heard this song... stuck with me ever since.
@nayf7682
2 жыл бұрын
@@Unit17 you're definitely not from the UK then!? 🤣
@momof2preciousangels
2 жыл бұрын
Wow… haven’t seen that movie in forever. I think about it sometimes though.
@jaymeohnhaus371
Жыл бұрын
I think its the absolutely best song for that movie and scene.
@ORIGINALFBI
Жыл бұрын
@@nayf7682 Who would WANT to be British?
@ca9968
2 жыл бұрын
Oooooooohhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!! Now you have found a true gem of a band! This track, The Drugs Don`t Work, Sonnet, Lucky Man, Velvet Morning...ah, who am I kidding? Every track is pure GOLD, This is in my top 5 best albums of the 90`s... There is also a track from their first album called "On Your Own" that is just so good! Richard Ashcroft is a Wordsmith, one of the best of his generation!
@gen077
2 жыл бұрын
A song for the lovers from Richard Ashcroft solo is excellent too.
@ca9968
2 жыл бұрын
@@gen077 some of his solo stuff really is good, that`s one of the gems!
@lindsayfraser1296
2 жыл бұрын
The Drugs Don't Work is a masterpiece
@ca9968
2 жыл бұрын
@@lindsayfraser1296 It is indeed! My favorite version below : kzitem.info/news/bejne/p4KY2Zefr2lkd2U&ab_channel=VirginRadioUK
@matthewburkart7718
2 жыл бұрын
A storm in heaven and northern soul are way better albums.
@marshall8802
2 жыл бұрын
Cannot hear this without thinking of the end of the movie "Cruel Intentions". Perfect song to match that end.
@brandonshelton7698
Жыл бұрын
This and cruel intentions live rent free in my head and it's not okay.😢
@soniadenison1690
Жыл бұрын
Exactly 😂
@soniadenison1690
Жыл бұрын
Ve, love this song ❤
@bryanCJC2105
2 жыл бұрын
The music video is an homage to a video of the English group Massive Attack's "Unfinished Symphony" from 1991. In that video, the singer walks down a street in a single shot confidently and not caring mostly with her eyes closed and never bumps into anyone or anything. Here, the singer walks down the street in a single shot with his eyes open, confidently and not caring, and bumps into lots of people and things. To me, the song is basically saying you're born, you're alone, you try to find someone, scratch for money, and you go down the only road you know, and then you die and you can't change that path. So, he's going down that road and he doesn't care about anything.
@stacym31
Жыл бұрын
They are bumping into him. "Obstacles". He is just walking on his path, straight ahead. Getting through the obstacles of life. Sometimes, he was able to avoid them.
@Irene-xs9pc
Жыл бұрын
Stacy you got it girl, ,Rob and Amber the ending is the whole band together walking away
@davidgriffiths4400
4 ай бұрын
Yes they are bumping into him. I know the feeling.
@walterlowe7252
2 жыл бұрын
Nothing screams 90s music quite as loud as bittersweet symphony
@elliothughes9030
Жыл бұрын
Or Sonnet..
@BK_2016sr5
Жыл бұрын
Dem Bow by Shabba Ranks, also is way up there
@SJ19_998
2 жыл бұрын
The Verve are incredible, 110% recommend their music x
@the_cheese
2 жыл бұрын
First, the orchestral riff is sampled from the Andrew Loog Oldham orchestral arrangement of the Rolling Stones' song "The Last Time" which resulted in the Stones suing the Verve, and originally getting 100% writing credit for the song and all royalties from the song going to the Stones until 2019, when the Glitter Twins ceded the credit to Richard Ashcroft, the song's actual writer. Also, the director of the video told everyone walking towards Richard Ashcroft to purposefully walk into him. Thanks for another awesome reaction video, Rob Squad!!
@greenmonster9913
2 жыл бұрын
". . . Richard Ashcroft, the actual writer of the lyrics" - Fixed it for you
@Ozzpot
2 жыл бұрын
It's amazing that it took them decades to earn a penny from this song isn't it? And reactors think they get a tough time from copyright issues 😂
@normandavidtidiman9918
2 жыл бұрын
@@sg-yq8pm But that's the term and is no different to many other artists who do exactly the same thing.
@mem1701movies
2 жыл бұрын
This doesn’t even remotely sound like THE LAST TIME
@Mymloch
2 жыл бұрын
Also, the original "The Last Time" sounds nothing like this in any way, making the whole situation even more sad.
@lisemzarate4029
2 жыл бұрын
The video is metaphorical, swimming upstream, against the crowd, searching for a new way that works better, my favorite line, "I need to hear some sounds that recognize the pain in me" Music heals all.
@mamak2002
2 жыл бұрын
This song is 24 years old and still relevant. Drugs don’t work and lucky man are 2 of my favorites.
@Jefwth1F
2 жыл бұрын
He never breaks pace, doesn't change course, and he just keeps singing. One of my favorite videos from the late 90's
@BaDHabitS4
2 жыл бұрын
Massive Attack next please.They have so many great songs like:"teardrop" , "Live With Me" , "Unfinished Sympathy"
@raygarcia7629
2 жыл бұрын
"Safe From Harm"
@bryanparker5048
2 жыл бұрын
i suggested that for female friday "Unfinished Sympathy" and portishead "glory box" good tunes
@davidsmith8813
2 жыл бұрын
Unfinished Sympathy obviously inspired the Verve's Bitter Sweet vid
@edwardduarte7393
Жыл бұрын
Massive Attack. Unfinished Sympathy please...
@minburibkk
Жыл бұрын
@@raygarcia7629 brilliant song. Their best.
@normandavidtidiman9918
2 жыл бұрын
People seem to miss the fact everyone else are actually bumping into him....
@Spiritbro77
6 ай бұрын
It's a metaphor for life. All the bumps and missteps along the way...
@mariannemabie9274
2 жыл бұрын
I’d like to request that you react to the Moody blues, the song Tuesday afternoon. I sincerely believe your minds will be BLOWN by the beauty of this song. Thank you. I love you guys. You make me smile every day.
@catsi563
2 жыл бұрын
ill second that reccomendation as well.
@gloriapearason364
2 жыл бұрын
And the song Question
@karylkline6442
2 жыл бұрын
And Wildest Dreams. The Moody Blues had a lot of great songs!
@catsi563
2 жыл бұрын
@@karylkline6442 Add I know youre out there somewhere as well
@karylkline6442
2 жыл бұрын
@@catsi563 Yes!
@arsenalmanic
2 жыл бұрын
One my fav tunes. Absolute classic! For me it's a masterpiece!
@anthonyblakely399
2 жыл бұрын
I absolutely LOVE this Song!!!! I absolutely LOVE this Group!!!! And now they broke up and no more music from them!!!! So sad!!!
@denisemay6807
2 жыл бұрын
I was so curious of what your reaction would be to this very different and haunting song. I think they did a great job taking the listener to a different place by way of music.
@chriso6719
2 жыл бұрын
This is their only song that charted in the USA. But they had around a dozen chart in the UK.
@rickygates555
2 жыл бұрын
Lucky Man hit 16 on the modern rock chart.
@markgriffin9617
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for reacting to this song. I have listened to it for almost 40 years and really enjoyed the sound but never paid attention to the lyrics. It is a much better song now than it was before!
@talon7132
2 жыл бұрын
When Jay mispronounced Verve as Verb , I giggled and thought to myself , yep in the presence of a school teacher
@MaddyN999
2 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite songs. “Trying to make ends meet, your a slave to the money, then you die” One of the truest lyrics ever written!
@mckayman24
Ай бұрын
Nice, my favourite phrase from it is “I need to hear some sounds that recognise the pain in me” 🔥 ❤️
@user-or1ye3iz6d
2 жыл бұрын
Til Tuesday "Voices Carry". Original video 🙏🙏🙏 (try not to pause after they arrive at Carnegie Hall) 🙂
@tjhunger8644
2 жыл бұрын
It's funny I thought for a long time that the lyrics were voices scare me
@fabios.253
Жыл бұрын
One of the most beautiful and truly lyrics ever written.
@michellelanteri6897
2 жыл бұрын
They played this at the end of the movie Cruel Intentions with Reese Witherspoon ,Ryan Philippe and Sarah Michelle Gellar
@h.c4898
2 жыл бұрын
Yup they need to watch that movie now. 😁 So they may be familiar with that prick of Sebastian. Lol
@davidoconnor3201
2 жыл бұрын
"lucky man" and "the drugs don't work" are 2 the verve songs that you should listen to. Both beautiful for different reasons.
@VXMassive
Жыл бұрын
'Drugs don't work' and 'lucky man'
@jasonremy1627
2 жыл бұрын
Classic mid 90s tune. Just great. These guys came out the same time as Oasis and Blur during the BritPop era, but never made it as big. This tune is perfect though.
@ajschroetlin2196
2 жыл бұрын
It's funny, The Verve and The Charlatans UK are two of my favorite bands to come out of BritPop, and both are obscure and underappreciated, in the U.S. at least.
@forloveofthepage2361
2 жыл бұрын
One of my all time favorite songs from my youth. So glad to see a reaction for it.
@loramacrae-lopes6293
2 жыл бұрын
One of my all time favorite songs. Love love both the music and the poignant message in the lyrics.
@razorfett147
2 жыл бұрын
Left field suggestion: Return to Innocence by Enigma. Always felt like a great companion piece to this track. I think you'll enjoy it
@christyzeeaquarianated2600
2 жыл бұрын
Definitely left field, but a fantastic suggestion, nonetheless 👏
@Àdhamh_Fife
Жыл бұрын
Love this song, one of my favourite 90s.
@jessii27star
2 жыл бұрын
This is one the better productions from this band. The video in itself speaks volumes. Thank you for listening.
@patrickhaag3352
2 жыл бұрын
Again and again you guys are the best!
@dbrj2001
2 жыл бұрын
An excellent song this was in a movie back in the '90s called Cruel Intentions Ryan Phillipe, Sara Michelle Geller it's a coming-of-age movie it's probably one of the best movies of the '90s, you really should watch it.
@Cyssane
2 жыл бұрын
Cruel Intentions was a modern version of an older film called Dangerous Liaisons (of which there's been several versions, but possibly the most famous was the 1988 film starring Michelle Pfeiffer, Glenn Close, John Malkovich, Uma Thurman, and Keanu Reeves). Those films were based on a French novel from 1782 (yep, you read that date correctly) which is called Les Liaisons Dangereuses in the original French.
@kathyjam2482
2 жыл бұрын
This is one of my favorites. Great insight Amber. ✌❤
@violetvalkyrie476
2 жыл бұрын
This always reminds me of Cruel Intentions which is basically a modern version of Dangerous Liaisons. Both movies are a great watch. But the verve is a group worth exploring more of.
@jimneedham5031
2 жыл бұрын
This reminds me so much of living in South London in the late 90's. It made me grow up massively. Not this song especially but all the memories that go with it.
@sunnybearbuds
Жыл бұрын
I think the continuous symphonic element of the song, besides being beautiful, suggests the continuous journey of life he's talking about. Kind of like his stride...how it doesn't change in the video no matter what is going on around him (even when he's kind of rude). The sound always seems to be climbing but without resolution, while having a hint of melancholy and resolve.
@alysynbourque3570
2 жыл бұрын
This is why I love you guys, you use music and culture mindfully, becoming aware of what music says to you, and share it with us all with love and grace. RSRFREVR!
@jojomart
2 жыл бұрын
I've been watching your subscribers numbers every day, and you're growing so quickly!!! I'm so happy for you both!! 👍👋😍
@helenchristie6530
2 жыл бұрын
I love The Verve. Such wonderful memories. Sonnet was the first dance at my wedding. My husband used to play Lucky Man on the jukebox whenever we went to the pub. Unfortunately he is no longer with us, but the memories remain, partly thanks to this wonderful band.
@pitmatix1457
2 жыл бұрын
As others have said "The Drugs Don't Work", "Sonnet" and "Lucky Man" are all amazing songs. I'd recommend "Lucky Man" next as it's really positive vibe is a nice counterpoint to "Bitter Sweet Symphony".
@Helena96
4 ай бұрын
I heard this song when I was 10... it has been close to my heart since then.
@princessxera
2 жыл бұрын
This song makes so much more sense if you watch the movie " Cruel Intentions" 1st
@momof2preciousangels
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve always LOVED this song!
@martyrea79
Жыл бұрын
The 90s in the UK were amazing, music scene was brilliant!
@kevinmccann9652
2 жыл бұрын
INXS never tear us apart please
@Gen-X-Rising
Жыл бұрын
His walking represents life , it will knock you down or bump you if you don't flow with it.
@neilherring
Жыл бұрын
The string section was a sample of an orchestration of the Last Time, by the Rolling Stones, as performed by the Andrew Oldham Orchestra. Oldham was the Stones manager. The Verve ended up having to pay all the royalties to Jagger/Richard.
@nicolejttmom6061
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, what wisdom for such a young woman. Very impressed. Just subscribed!
@ivarwinter3049
2 жыл бұрын
While you have already done Spandau Ballet, there are more bands of this time frame who stuck the same effect. O.M.D. was another one. Big Band in the background to push the #1's
@LIT0187
2 жыл бұрын
I played this song and my kids heard it and asked me about it. Needles to say now my kids love this song and ask me to play it for them. It’s definitely an awesome song.
@jesmasa1
2 жыл бұрын
Please more halestorm! Or evanescence! Oh and The doors!
@yelnek4548
2 жыл бұрын
Halestorm...yes!
@chriso6719
2 жыл бұрын
Second more Halestorm. I've been suggesting 'I Am the Fire'.
@mornawenbayberry5157
Жыл бұрын
I love how you guys pick up on the deeper, metaphorical meanings in the lyrics. Thanks so much!
@garrywall6702
Жыл бұрын
One of my favourites along with the Drugs dont work. That song would would bring a tear to a glass eye.
@NotAyFox
2 жыл бұрын
That one always gives me a bit of a goosebumps. In similar vein I would like to suggest "Unfinished Sympathy" by Massive Attack and maybe that'll set you on a Massive Attack train.
@williamremel8654
2 жыл бұрын
The Verve - Lucky Man and Rather Be .....great songs !!!!
@elitetrainercynthia7394
Жыл бұрын
I love this and enjoy watching you kids!
@O_Towne_Bear
2 жыл бұрын
This whole album is fire. Would recommend the band "James" with songs: "Laid, Tomorrow, Out To Get You, Getting Away With It (All Messed Up)" ALSO: Here's the chorus: "No change, I can change I can change, I can change But I'm here in my mold I am here in my mold But I'm a million different people From one day to the next I can't change my mold No, no, no, no, no (Have you ever been down?)..."
@williswameyo5737
2 ай бұрын
This song is the best, it is a 90s Nostalgic vibe, even still in the 2000s
@ecalduchbarcelo
17 күн бұрын
What he does we would all like, at least once in our lives.
@WelcomeToTheGoldenPage
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Jambers.. you need to check out queensryche - silent lucidity official
@stardogification
2 жыл бұрын
One of my all time favorite songs!
@TheWandaDetroit
Жыл бұрын
My forever ever favourite song. When I reach the last day of my life (in a far far future ) that's the song I want to leave this planet with. ❤
@TopShelfSpurs
Жыл бұрын
I literally love you guys and your vibe.....so positive! Lucky man by verve
@BeastrealDT
2 жыл бұрын
Amber must, must, MUST react to this song. Female Friday will not be complete without it. Written by Helen Reddy and Ray Burton. Helen Reddy is an Australian singer/actress. She recorded this song in 1971. "I Am Woman", is such a powerful and impactful song. So inspirational that it became the anthem for the Women's Equal Rights movement. So know you see why you must do this iconic song for Female Friday. ✌️
@lonelyboy1977
2 жыл бұрын
I still find it funny that Bittersweet Symphony is the only Verve song people react to on KZitem. When the single was first released back in '97 it didn't sound anything like a Verve song at all, yet it's more or less the only song they are known for today. Check out some of their early music to hear the drastic difference. Take your pick from "Slide Away", "Gravity Grave", "All In The Mind", "One Way To Go", "Star Sail", "Already There", "South Pacific (Live)", "Butterfly", "She's A Superstar" (full length version), "6 O'Clock", or "Beautiful Mind".
@matthewburkart7718
2 жыл бұрын
Going deep my friend! Helll yea!
@matthewburkart7718
2 жыл бұрын
The songs on their deluxe albums are better than most bands released albums.
@tracyneely1412
2 жыл бұрын
Such a special memory song for me. Great choice!
@thorntonovski
2 жыл бұрын
As he faced the sun he cast no shadow, ashcroft is just amazing...and this video is iconic in the uk
@LilRocker2005
2 жыл бұрын
When I hear this one I always think of the end of "Cruel Intentions"!
@kerrihennebury7616
Жыл бұрын
Love this song. It never gets old. 😎❤
@michaelbowen2343
Жыл бұрын
I LOVE this song. First time I heard it was when I was about 12 or 13; I am 37 now.
@cecmatthews3998
Жыл бұрын
The video of the song to me means keep moving forward even if tough times or things get in the way
@jimtheophilou9872
Жыл бұрын
' I wanna hear some more Verve'. Yes, you really do.
@blackwolf6082
2 жыл бұрын
One of the most underrated bands
@danhodson7187
Жыл бұрын
My favourite song of all time.
@superfan4
2 жыл бұрын
the entire album, urban hymns, is such a great album. deserve a full listen.
@dino_mt_greenwood
2 жыл бұрын
I can’t think of this song without thinking of Cruel Intentions.
@larrymorris4959
2 жыл бұрын
Wow I haven't heard them in a long while, they are good
@TrueCrimeBnBPodcast
2 жыл бұрын
If you haven’t already, you should check out Ani DiFranco: Little Plastic Castle, the Pogues: Thousands are Sailing, and Wallflowers: One Headlight. Some great alternative stuff from the 90’s. ❤️
@keithboyd9582
2 жыл бұрын
"Your A Slave To The Money Till You Die". So True
@thoughtsurferzone5012
Жыл бұрын
I like when his band mates show up at the end.
@activegalactic4630
Жыл бұрын
I’ve heard this song and seen this video many many times since I was first introduced to it. Something that I never “noticed” even though I’ve seen it many times was that at the end he was no longer walking against a never ending stream of on coming people but was instead walking forward flanked by people to his left and right all moving in formation. I really enjoy watching first time reactions to art that resonates with me because it’s a way to re-experience a first experience from a different viewpoint.
@EthdanTV
Жыл бұрын
The street he is walking down is where I grew up
@simontyne3032
2 жыл бұрын
Richard Ashcroft has an incredible voice. His solo work is worth checking out as well.
@marcbolinger3648
2 жыл бұрын
The cello is the most relaxing instrument
@roger1296
2 жыл бұрын
One of my top 10 ALL-TIME favorite songs in HISTORY OF MUSIC!!!!!!!!!!
@sunnybearbuds
Жыл бұрын
This song (there's a Rolling Stones story here) is great on its own, but the way it was used in Cruel Intentions absolutely contributed to its popularity. Cool video too. This one is timeless. I don't think it will ever get old.
@lewistravel1
11 ай бұрын
One of my favourites but what’s cruel intentions?
@sunnybearbuds
11 ай бұрын
@@lewistravel1 Cruel Intentions 1999; modern retelling of Dangerous Liaisons (though I prefer Valmont).
@kariolsen6950
2 жыл бұрын
Oh good requested this a long time ago,love it.
@papaquonis
Жыл бұрын
This is the best song of the 90s in my book.
@lxhobson
2 жыл бұрын
Have always loved this song .... although this, I think, is the first time I've never seen the video. I rarely pay too much attention to lyrics, preferring to just 'feel' the song. There's something about this entire song ('symphony', lead singer's voice, harmony, percussion, etc.) that makes it absolutely beautiful to me.
@ciaran134
2 жыл бұрын
Lucky man, love is noise, drugs don't work, sonnet. Plus Richard Ashcroft solo stuff is great too
@lisarusso6152
2 жыл бұрын
This song was used at the end of the movie Cruel Intentions. Starring Sara Michelle Gellar, Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Pillipe. Ryan was Reese’s first husband and father to her children they met on the set of Cruel Intentions. If you have not seen the movie you should definitely check it out!! It’s really good.
@kimberlyfairbanks8330
2 жыл бұрын
Looove this song. The Verve bring hit...
@Kermitkarma1112
Жыл бұрын
Amazing song and band, people who never hears this don't know what their missing out
@stuartleerichardjohnson8189
2 жыл бұрын
The song "History" really shows his range.
@jonnno2439
2 жыл бұрын
This is a great song/video. I have loved The Verve for years. One of my favourite Richard Ashcroft songs is A Song For The Lovers. Try to get the video of him singing to acoustic guitar.
@KarynHill
2 жыл бұрын
He's walking in his mold, which is basically living his life without seeing what's really around him. That's why he doesn't avoid anyone or notice he knocked someone down. That's what his song is about, us going through life without seeing everything around us, just whatever we've focused on.
@frauleinmona
2 жыл бұрын
I don't know if this changes anything for you. But the director told the people walking towards Rob Ashcroft to purposely walk into him.😊
@philiegolf48
3 ай бұрын
Richard Ashcroft is my favourite artist a genius singer songwriter ❤ Please more of his solo songs
@xenonomy1258
2 жыл бұрын
the way i enterpret life, is that you have loads of struggle in life, and a little bit of happiness in between
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