R.E.M. - Losing My Religion REACTION!
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R.E.M. - Losing My Religion
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Who else but R.E.M. could pull off a huge hit in the 90's with a mandolin lead.
It was out of the blue and very powerful.
Bruce Hornsby, "Mandolin Rain" from the 80s. The lead is piano and mandolin.
Rod Stewart
The Furey's, The Horslips
@@k_salter yeah i was gonna say what about mandolin wind
"Losing my religion" is a Southern expression that means losing one's temper, civility and patience.
Marcus Oh-really-yes It can also be a way of saying Being At Wits End. Peter Buck first thought that it was Stipe trying to make a religious statement when in fact it was a southern expression, he thought he was full of shit till a year later when he met an elderly woman praised R.E.M. for using that expression in a song.
Absolutely. Nothing to do with losing religious faith or beliefs.
I was just about to say the same thing. I’m a southerner and we say, “You’re about to make me lose my religion with that!” This is one of my very favorite videos, I like how Michael dances in it, he just loses himself here. Great song too.
Paulina Angel /PMI Music Group I listened to the song with my southern father in law who was in his 70s at the time and he loved it, he knew the meaning very well. One of my frequently played favorites.
Judith Harley Right, it’s about losing his temper.
"Losing My Religion" is on old southern phrase that means "losing my mind". The beautiful and ICONIC video goes for a more literal interpretation with all the religious imagery from Hindu goddesses to doubting Thomas and St. Sebastian. But the song is more about being so consumed with one's feelings for someone that you begin to lose your sense of self.
AKA Confessing your feeling but pulling back at the last second
Feels like unrequited love too. That's why he "said too much", because he loves this person from afar but the person doesn't see him "in the corner".
I read that the music video was inspired by a short tale from Gabriel García Márquez, the author of 100 Years of Solitude, called "a very old man with enormous wings". Actually, I read the novel and you can certainly see its influence. Fantastic song, though A true classic!
I read an interview to Stipe, he basically was saying that the video went far too deep and gave a new meaning and perspectives to the song, he was not thinking about religion when he wrote the lyrics. I didn't know the meaning of "losing my religion" but it makes sense now.
Haven't heard this song in over 20 years and still remembered every single word. Damn, that's when you know a song impacted your life at the time. Thanks India, brought back great memories.
universal biscuit I had the same response 🙌
You should try their song " Everybody hurts" Talk about a tear jerker of truth.
I remember crying in the back of my mom's car when that came on the radio. My mom laughed so hard lol.
Nightswimming..
Love the sound of the mandolin in this song.
David Gray... Sail Away... live at Luzern ..... great one too
That desperately awkward phase when you desperately want to confess feelings to your crush and yet, at the same time, you are desperately afraid to say anything about it to them.
Really love this song...my favorite song of theirs. The song speaks to the confusion, doubt, pain, distress, and not knowing what to do when you're dreams fail...
All I can say is at 62 years old I have lived that song in my younger years.
It's interesting how this song gets interpreted differently by each listener, which is the sign of any good art, really. But as others have mentioned 'losing my religion' means losing control, going crazy, doing something out of the norm because of frustration or desperation. It is an old Southern term, like 'about to lose my salvation'. I'm about to fly off the handle, essentially. But I think there is a lot of hurt and regret in the song. Failing to win the affection of the person you want and having to keep yourself under control seeing them with someone else. It's been a favorite of mine since it came out when I was in junior high.
“Everybody Hurts” by REM is a must.
Yes to this!
Great song
Losing my religion is an old southern colloquialism that means something so upsetting has happened that you might "lose your religion". Stipe used this as a metaphor for being in love with someone who does not feel the same way. He eluded to this a couple of years ago; “You don’t ever really know if the person that I’m reaching out for is aware of me, if they even know that I exist.”
One of the best songs ever!
"Losing my religion" is a southern expression that pretty much means getting frustrated and losing your shit over something. In this case, he has feelings for someone; he's just not sure what to do or say about it. He's kind of beating himself up over it.
Right..."losing my religion" being unfaithful to your God!
You got it right on the money....
@@sheilameyers152 nope , but that's a good guess because of the words he uses.
Yup definitely in the top 50 songs of all time
REM's popularity in the underground/alternative rock scene had been bubbling up and this album, and specifically this single, broke them HUGE across the country. They aren't my thing but like some of their songs like Orange Crush, End of the World..., The One I Love, Radio Song ( w/ KRS ONE), Everybody Hurts, Man on the Moon, and Drive. I personally would buy a hits disc and be good with myself on the REM tracks I'd have in my catalog LOL.
Same. Not really a fan. B52s are a better Athens group
The song is about being in love with someone and being too scared to tell them.
This song easily lends itself to multiple interpretations..
I think the song is about he lose his hope of the humanity
The video has notes of Caravaggio and Vermeer paintings. One must look artistically at this video to find the "meaning". Its truly individualized at how everyone looks at a situation. In the South there IS a quote "Lost my religion" and I think Stipe and Co. expanded on that beautifully. It's not about religion, its a love song believe it or not, but really listen to the words. You were very close with losing hope, but even moreso I think its the push and pull of confidence, vulnerability, doubt, sadness, elation, and disappointment. Like the song, unrequited love is an enigma 😘😘
One of their BEST songs! A very deep song.
REM - Orange Crush
Yeah, song is not about soda.
It's about agent orange in vietnam
That's a dark video. "Imitation of Life?"
This Group came out ... At a Time , when ... so , much about Pop music and tunes had Hollowed out ....
This Group , REM ... seemed to Keep it Real ... They never Over Commercialized ...
Their Front Man ... That Keep'in it Real ... Not overly commercial ... but , Truly marketable ...
This Man ... This Front Man ... Seemed to have a Need ... Not just to Show and Express his Own personal Pain and Struggles ...through his Eclectic Voice ...
But , I always thought he was ... Channeling ... A pain , sorrow , forlorning ... So , much more than Just this ... As for that Whole and Entire Generation. ...
Yeah , I think he was Bearing the Soul for Millions ...of People ...
He had Vision ... Always , kinda loved , respected this One !
The videos of the 90ies were works of art. The music too, obviously
Expression of loosing his temper and yelling, cussing, cursing the target of his anger. Also the line "Oh no I've said too much..." Song is about his regrets of getting angry and lashing out with verbal abuse, and his denial of his own behavior.
What you said was spot on about the meaning...The fact that the video showed all different gods and prophets and then he was singing, "I THOUGHT THAT I HEARD YOU LAUGHING, I THOUGHT THAT I HEARD YOU SING"...
Michael Stipe was referencing both BUDAH (ALWAYS depicted in statues and described in real life as a laughing man, full of joy and peace) and CHRISTIANITY (People sing in churches and praise God)...Michael was singing about the search for something to believe in in this world...how everyone, weather religious or spiritual, scientific based beliefs OR none of the above, ALL search for something in life...How sometimes the different sides of the spectrum you run to for guidence or peace can make it all confusing when there are sooo many ways to search for peace and understanding of self or the world or the deeper meaning to the universe (possibly for him personally or in general)...It seems as though he or talking about people in general, can be at their lowest low and not know what the deeper meaning of self, the world, the universe is...It's a song about searching to understand these things and try to find what in this world brings you to the path of peace...Everyone has their own interpretation, but from listening to the song and seeing the video...this is my take on the song...
Also, I'm from the 80's onward MTV generation and when I first saw the video on MTV and even before when I heard the song...it hit me in all the feels...Still does! 😎...
Also...I want that shirt! It's rad! 😊🥰🎃✌️🤘🖖🙏🏽☯️ 🕊️ ☮️
So...R.E.M. Losin my religion. When this song came out i instantly connected to it n thought i found the perfect song that fit everything i was going thru. As it got popular i began hearing so many diff takes on what ppl thought they were hearing. Your interpretation is diff than mine. But isnt that what music is supposed to be? Songs poems the written word all mean something diff to each. As for the mistakes you made, God at our birth gives a key to every door we choose to walk thru. Its up to us to decide which door to open. I dont know anyone who hasnt made so bad choices. Dont sweat those. Live for today. Live for you and your children. God will show you your path n when the time is right He will show you the person you are meant to spend your life with. We out here in subscriber-ville love you n your channel. Keep the faith. Be still and know HE is GOD. Great react kiddo
this is great
An all time favorite. Love your reaction. Reminded me of my awe on my first time seeing it. I had the album- loved the lyrics - and then the visual blew me away.
Thanks for reacting to REM !!!
They are sooooo good. Many songs to choose from in their catalogue.
A few of my favs:
Radio Song, Pop Song 89
and Star 69 .
One of the best reaction channels on CZcams. Really appreciate your wit and ability to find the meaning behind the lyrics. Really really appreciate that you take the time to even think about what you’re listening to and not just dancing along n calling it a banger without any inflection or depth.
This is a song about trying to win the attention and affection of someone you like a lot, without opening yourself up to the vulnerability of letting them know, in case they don't feel the same way. You try to protect your feelings but oops you let something slip out. Now how will they react?
You could look at it as a shy person having a silly crush that's making them feel crazy, or being secretly gay in the American South in the 1980s and not always knowing if it's even safe to flirt with someone you're attracted to.
Exactly
Cool like you had you're opinion...but is not about that
@@wyrambatista1488 i mean... that's what author of the lyrics said its about so...
“Losing my religion” in the south means losing one’s temper, getting angry, He’s expressing anger at causing his love to cry or anger at not being understood by his love.
Wyram Batista Were you bothered by the “secretly gay in the south in the 80’s” part? Because that’s exactly who Michael Stipe was.
India, you are such a honey. I'd like to think that because we are all individuals, so we can interpret songs the way we wish to and this means lots of different interpretations for each song. And our thoughts may also change through time and circumstance. I love your reactions as well as your 'pondering' looks. It's the first time I've watched one of your vids but it won't be the last. Stay safe in these harrowing times. Cheerio India.
So interesting watching the first reactions from a person to "classic" music that a lot of us just take for granted - and wish we could unhear and hear again for the very first time 🤗
Thank you 😉
OMG India I just discovered you, and I absolutely adore you. Lol. Seriously. I really appreciate how your reactions are GENUINELY EMOTIONAL to the songs. You must be an empath! 😍 thank you for takin the time to make your videos, I appreciate you, n deeply resonate w/ what you are doin on your channel. Sending you love, light, and high vibe energy
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India I am playing some catch up with watching your vids. as you bring back good music and personal memories for many of us, thank you for keeping it real.
I have to say I friggen LOVE the opening you have in this video, out of all the ones I've seen you had, the one on this video makes me bop every time and just puts me in a good mood and excited to see your reaction. Please keep this intro!
Personally this song is very literal for me. I was a believer for a long time but I wasn’t willing to preach hate the way people around me were and it came to a head where I realized that my faith in god had been lost in the hate of the believers I was exposed too. Great reaction, this song is so beautiful.
One of my favorite song....
I like the various tableaux in the video. The Parthenon of gods, the medieval Christian picture, and the modern secular building their own angel wings.
Well India... before I left to make my lunch, I listened to your reaction to Mac Davis and you lit my day! I return after lunch and you've made my day again. Love, love, love this song. Thanks for the review!!! Take care and be well. Peace.
What I love about songs like this, is the definition of the story, is up to the listener 💖💖💖
And yet another example of how great the 90s music scene was!!!!
One of my favorite music videos ever. Brings back so many memories from when it came out.
i saw you on the Righteous brothers, best reaction ever!! you're so true and genuine...liked your reaction to this one xooox peace from cananda
I love the conviction in his attempt to find purpose or meaning and its a comforting song knowing others feel pressure of religion or against it. Just good passion. Great react & interpretations!
YOU are so damn GORGEOUS!! And I love your eyes and facial expressions... you're smart and beautiful.., and I love all of your reactions!
Giving a like before I even watch because I know this will be a good one.
This is one of my favorite songs ever, and one of the best songs ever written. I have listened to it at least once every day for over 20 years.
Awesome reaction as always and this is my karaoke song haha love it
My fave REM song... "Everybody Hurts" is a good one too.
Both of these still move me & has the ability to make me cry.
GenX music is the bomb.
A lot of powerful symbolism in this video. You have the spilt milk in the beginning which reminds you of the saying "no use crying over spilt milk" or in other words, what is done is done. You have the image of Icarus (the guy who flew too close to the sun and melted his wings). You have the imagery of either a fallen Angel or someone cast out of Heaven. Then there are the guys at the anvil and the guy at the spotlight dressed like a figure from the old Soviet propaganda posters.
I’ve always saw this as a crush, that was getting out of hand, like he was in the friend zone but wanted more but couldn’t say it.
They were nominated and wo. So many awards ..I love this song
This song came out right at the time I was losing my religion. It was and always has been one of the most profound songs to me. Many days I would just sit and listen to this for hours wondering what I was going to do and how I could find my hope. I lost that battle and have no religion/faith to this day, but the song will still always touch me as a reminder of what I once had, and sometimes miss desperately.
"I am Superman" is a great song by REM
Thank you God you got it....God bless you India 😊😊😘😘
Thanks so much for playing REM. Wish they were still together ❤
India you are so special. I hope you know that.
REM is a Rock band based in Athens, Georgia (The B-52s are based there , also). Athens, Georgia is where the University of Georgia is located. REM is a complex band to classify. They have been promoted as an Alternative Rock band, but they have a musical style that sounds more like Folk Rock to me. They have been described as a band with a cutting-edge style, but to me, their sound is very mainstream, and very accessible as a listener. When it comes to making musical playlists, whether as a radio or video program director, or a listener putting together a music mixtape at home, REM is a very easy choice to put on those playlists.
Yes honey!!! One of my favorite songs. I love it
I’m loving your reactions
I love R..E.M. They are such a great band. From my home state...Ga.
Madchester UK90's take me back..... we smashed it!!! and all go back if we could.. great choice India we had a similar band here called... "James". they blessed the world with a song called "Sit Down" enjoy !!!
Your smile is just beautiful. Great reactions.
The man shot by arrows at the tree is a reference to St. Sebastian. ....He didn't die from the arrows but later was ordered killed by the Emperor Diocletian because he... "Said too much" ...against the emperor's cruel treatment of Christians. He's frequently pictured tied to a tree, full of arrows. Other references to classic paintings throughout the video.
Some videos are NOT the original.
They have been spiked with visuals.
From about 1987-93, R.E.M. was the second biggest band in the world, behind U2.
The opening shot of the video is an homage to The Sacrifice (Andrei Tarkovsky, 1986), one of the greatest films ever made about a crisis of faith.
I am learning with you and this is my “era” of music. Thank you.
I remember the day that the local radio station played it for the first time. I was awed by it. India you should review more REM. They were such a great American band. Try Nightswimming, Fall on Me, and my favorite, Superman. It isn't written by REM but it is a really good one to me. If you reviewed them already, I'm sorry for not paying attention😀. Take care & stay safe😷
Michael Stipe always bears his soul out..yay 90's? I just hurrahed the 80's..
Amazing song! Deeper meaning , feel me full of emotions
"Night Swimming" my fave REM song, it's poetry!
we aussies love this song.
One of the all time great songs!
Love you're reactions. Keep going.
Love this song so much. I play it alllmost everyday.
Girl ! U have no idea , I can’t hug u hard enuff
Love
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India thank you! I think you Will love ,R.E.M. orange crunch ❤️👍😃🌼✌️
Remembered every word. Thanks for the flashback.
Written by a(n) SRA survivor as many songs are. When it was said that the lovely fellas of Project Paperclip invented rock 'n' roll, they weren't kidding.
Incredibile REM the Best i miss this band
"Bang and Blame" is excellent too. Good work India!
Love ya babe. All the way from Oxford, IN. Use to keep this toe tapper in head when I had to go out the wire.
One of my fave songs ever.
Iconic song haven’t seen this video in ages 😍👍
One of my favs
Another band I got interested in the spring of 1988--I really like Oddfellows Local 151, Boxcars Lower, Wolves, The Auctioneer and Old Man Kensy.
"Saying to much", this is coming from some one who has no close friends and has not been disturbed by social distancing.. revealing my true feelings to my family would open a huge can of Sh!t. Talking about my feelings is a can best left undisturbed and dusty in the hall closet.
Love your hair....interesting reaction. I really like R E M
Listen to this song again and put it in the context of losing faith in somebody you loved who's betrayed you.
"Sweetness Follows"
Best R.E.M. song ever.
Worth hearing.
I listen to this song at night and it puts me is a depressed state of mind, and I love it...
Definitely one of my favorite songs ever. It's on my top 10 at least. :)
Hi india love rem love this song Love your videos😍😍😍😍😍
The sidewinder sleeps tonight is a great one to listen to by REM. It’s about Michael Stipe’s drug abuse and there’s a bit in it where he chuckles after singing Dr Seuss because he couldn’t pronounce it right.
I love your hair!!
Love this Song since childhood
Love your reactions, come to UK )
Flowers of Guatemala by R.E.M i love alot of older songs by them
He wrote this about a bad break up he was going through, and used the old Southern Phrase "Losing My Religion" to describe his thoughts during writing.
Puta música !!! Adoro seus reacts, saiba que o Brasil está com você 🇧🇷
The most beautifully mesmerizing video I've ever seen.
One of the all time greats.
Saw them on their Monster Tour. Incredible show!
Love that song!
This is one of those songs that will still be fresh 20 years from now and beyond.