Thanks Adogg! Most of this song was written by R.E.M. drummer Bill Berry.This is an anti-suicide song. Berry wanted to reach out to people who felt they had no hope. On many R.E.M. songs, Michael Stipe purposefully sings indecipherably. He sang very clearly on this one though, because he didn't want his message getting lost. Michael noted on a 2011 greatest hits album; "I don't remember singing it but I still kind of can't believe my voice is on this recording. It's very pure. This song instantly belonged to everyone except us, and that honestly means the world to me." The music video was filmed on Interstate 10 in San Antonio, Texas, and won four MTV Video Music Awards: Breakthrough Video, Best Direction, Best Editing and Best Cinematography. Important song with a timeless message that will always, relevantly, remind us, to hold on; we are absolutely, connected, as humans, & all feel this identical & temporary emotion/feeling! But always hold on & take comfort in your friends. #Feelings change! Don't make permanent decisions based upon a temporary feeling!#
The band is comprised of 4. members: Guitarist Peter Buck, bassist Mike Mills, drummer Bill Berry, and the amazing vocals is Michael Stipe. Such a great band.
If you were the only life it saved that would have been worth far more than the cost of its production and performances many, many times over. You and me both. It gave me hope, too.
😢This song has SAVED so many lives....including mine...in so many dark and hopeless times.💔 It has been used a lot in suicide awareness campaigns - it's heart-breaking, but somehow gives you hope? Such an important song for so many people.- like the song says Everybody Hurts & some of us almost take that final step. Michael Stipe was a good friend of Kurt Cobain, and was devastated when he committed suicide just a year after this single was released. But as we know, for some people, the PAIN is just too much 🖤 R.E.M. will always be remembered for giving people this timeless saviour. Much love to you from Ireland 💚
This isn't a sad song for me, it's hope and the reason to keep going. Its saved me many times and kept me going when times were bad. I always play it when I feel the darkness starting to take over.
Lead singer/songwriter is Michael Stipes. He's from Athens Georgia and was one of Kurt Cobains(Nirvana), best friends. This came out around the time Kurt committed suicide. 2 weeks later my first husband committed suicide too. This song has such a special meaning to me, and I've chosen it for my funeral
💜 If you're going through tough times, especially during the Christmas season. Please just hold on. It'll get better. Please don't pick a permanent solution for a temporary problem. This too shall pass. I love you and you are important💜💜
@@mcjs8640 if people can hate without reason then we can sure as hell love without knowing. Let's start from a place of love not a place of fear, anger or hate. Love mate, love, that's the cure.
This is one of the most heart wrenching songs, with the most powerful message, that when you really feel you cannot go on any longer, just hang on, there is light around the corner 💕💕💕 REM did this song in response to Michael hearing of teenage suicides were on the rise, and this deeply bothered him.......
Same here. It's weird to me... in a sense it sounds like a corny casio keyboard karaoke type thing. Or even a simple church song that goes on. It has that DNA but the end result is something far more. This song is achingly beautiful and everybody in the world (bar a few psychos) can relate to it. The emotions are just too real. Another odd thing about it is the chords are "major" - they're happy sounding guitar chords actually yet the song is still so devastating thanks to the voice/lyrics.
@@halfalligator6518 I know. The combination of major cords with melancholic lyrics shouldn't work,.... but it blends so beautifully here. If you just heard the cords on their own, at a quicker pace, with no lyrics involved, it would make quite a joyful tune. That is why this song is so iconic, the pure contrast in style.
R.E.M. outside of this group generally refers to Rapid Eye Movement, which is the stage of sleep in which you dream, and the parts of the nervous system that can be healed repair themselves. If you go too long without REM sleep, your brain can and does deteriorate rapidly. I rather dig the possibility that the group has named themselves for a form of restoration and healing.
The thing is to not miss the uplifting message of feeling free to use your friends and do whatever it takes to hold on, not give up, not give in to the negative messages the negativity the world throws at you. It's a song of hope, a message that you aren't really alone, there are those who love you and care for you and never give up.
This is one of my favorite all-time songs. It touches deep. I pray no one experiences the pain this song about, but many do. You are not alone, ever, their are those that love and care deeply for you.❤❤
This was set up on IH 10 close to downtown San Antonio. Me and my buddy hung out the top of the bridge and sat and watched. 61 yrs old and still remember like yesterday. Check out man on the moon. Great song too. Love your 70s reactions too!
R.E.M. is perhaps one of the greatest bands that started in the 1980s, along with U2, Metallica and Red Hot Chili Peppers. They achieved their greatest success in the early 90s with two HUGE back-to-back albums, Out of Time and Automatic for the People. Out of Time has their biggest hit - Losing My Religion, and Automatic for the People has this song as well as hits Drive and Nightswimming. One of my favorite bands of all time!
R. E. M. has a very deep catalog. All of their songs have a sad or poignant edge to them. Some other songs to try: "Losing My Religion," "Man on the Moon," "Shiny Happy People," "Superman," "Swan Swan H"
You never know what people around you are thinking and feeling. And it helps so much to know we are not alone. That moment when everyone gee out q the their cars........ You are not human if this doesn't touch you. No wonder people say it saved their lives.
I cannot remember the name of the singer, but the band is called R.E.M., not Rem. They got the name from the Rapid Eye Movement stage of sleeping, when dreams occur.
Michael Stipe has an awesome voice. Sadly R.E.M. broke up in 2011 and nothing was heard from them again. My favourite Songs are "Nightswimming" and "Belong", especially in the MTV unplugged Version. While being active, Michael Stipe has also done some nice Duetts, like "Trout" (together with Neneh Cherry *) or "Your Ghost" with Kristin Hersh. (* I hope You know Neneh Cherry? If not, You must check out at least "Buffalo Stance", "Feel it", "Manchild" and "Money Love"...)
Check out What's the Frequency Kenneth by REM. I'd recommend the live in Cologne, Germany performance in 2001. That one in particular was really something special.
Thanks, da Real -- I hope you were reading the words... they are incredible.. seeing people's "thoughts" was brilliant... one of the best videos I've seen - and of course a beautiful song.. Michael Stipe (lead singer) and REM have had many hits -- I know them b/c I'm "old" - but you may well have heard some... I appreciate your reaction and hope to hear more...
This song is so relatable, so many time in my life I just wanted to give up. The only thing that kept me going is that I knew I had to be there for my wife and kids. Don't worry, I'm doing OK now.
I’m really gonna miss this group,.. But it takes somebody like Michael stipe lead singer to pull all this off . No disrespect for the other bandmembers they’re all great too! I’m proud to say , that I have all the record and videos like over in Germany were they did a concert and many other videos where do you probably can’t even buy any more but I’m proud to own them.
This song is so powerful with the video. Just something so special about it. Michael Stipes, the dude in the hat is the main vocalist for REM (say it as the letters). Orange Crush is my favorite of theirs. Great song. Their lyrics were often profound or sometimes political.
Esta es una canción donde piensan que estamos triste pero cuando todos nos damos un granito de harena de henerjia hi positibismo Amen 🙏🌍🏠❤️🌺♥️🤩🕊️🥰🙏😭🙏🕊️
Michael Stipe, my all time favorite band. Their catalog is deep and very political and personal on so many levels. He is just a beautiful person! Some of their other songs I recommend, World Leader Pretend, You Are Everything, Losing My Religion, Walk Unafraid and so much more!!!
Michael Stipe is the lead singer. He wrote this song for teenagers, who often feel lost. Their suicide rate is high, and this song is telling them to hold on. Near the end, the lyrics are “you’re not alone.” For the band, you say it as the letters R.E.M. They are best heard live. They had 15 studio albums, and there are live albums, too. Some of their best songs were not on the radio! I’d recommend “The One I Love” next!
This song makes you think about your life. Sometimes the good sometimes the bad. I cry every time I hear it as I'm doing right now. Beautiful song! I'm trying desperately to hang on right now.
Just so you know r.e.m. is pronounced as individual letters the lead singer who is Michael Stipe sing this song as a dedication song to bring awareness to suicide because someone close to him committed suicide my brother and sister committed suicide two days apart and my sister's youngest son also committed suicide shortly thereafter and I can't listen to this song without crying
I love this song, it's really helped me through some bad times. I love watching people react to it, I wish more people would react to the Live in Glostenbugh? Glostenbury? Something like that but it is a great performance
This band was a banger in the early 80's along with the 'Cars', 'Wham' and so many others. Idk if you Reacted to any of them yet but you won't regret it. Gosh, can't believe I was a teenager then. Lol. Do you know George Michael was the Wham lead singer before starting off on his own solo career? Great Reaction. Thanks. Happy New Year! 🤗🌈💥💕✨🌟👪🙏
The ending represents - if 2 or 3 people disappear..i'e suicide, few notice...BUT if 300'400 disappear --Then you might just see....and sadly that's everyday.
This song was claimed to have save thousands from committing suicide in the 90s. The Singer is Michael Stype, the head of orchestrating was John Paul Jones the bassist of Led Zeppelin. R.E.M. is a great band. Not hard but emotional
This song saved lifes. It hits every time
Michael Stipe is the singer. A deeply touching song, excellent song. "Losing my religion" is a great song by REM as well.🎶💯🤤💗
Came here to comment this exact same thing. That was always one of my favorites.
Hard to believe I was just a teenager still in school when REM, WHAM, the CARS, and so many others were performing. When songs had meaning. 🤗💥
@@saiyongdawn7756 Yes, songs did have meaning then.😁 Happy New Year! 🎆🎇🎉
@@patriciacleary9146 And to u also.🙏👪
One of the best songs ever. I think most of us, if not all of us can relate at some point in our lives…..
or multiple points for a lot of people.
Thanks Adogg!
Most of this song was written by R.E.M. drummer Bill Berry.This is an anti-suicide song. Berry wanted to reach out to people who felt they had no hope.
On many R.E.M. songs, Michael Stipe purposefully sings indecipherably. He sang very clearly on this one though, because he didn't want his message getting lost.
Michael noted on a 2011 greatest hits album;
"I don't remember singing it but I still kind of can't believe my voice is on this recording. It's very pure. This song instantly belonged to everyone except us, and that honestly means the world to me."
The music video was filmed on Interstate 10 in San Antonio, Texas, and won four MTV Video Music Awards: Breakthrough Video, Best Direction, Best Editing and Best Cinematography.
Important song with a timeless message that will always, relevantly, remind us, to hold on; we are absolutely, connected, as humans, & all feel this identical & temporary emotion/feeling!
But always hold on & take comfort in your friends.
#Feelings change! Don't make permanent decisions based upon a temporary feeling!#
The band is comprised of 4. members: Guitarist Peter Buck, bassist Mike Mills, drummer Bill Berry, and the amazing vocals is Michael Stipe. Such a great band.
Not a band anymore, which is a damn shame!
I love this song! It saved my life! He has an amazing voice.
If you were the only life it saved that would have been worth far more than the cost of its production and performances many, many times over. You and me both. It gave me hope, too.
😢This song has SAVED so many lives....including mine...in so many dark and hopeless times.💔 It has been used a lot in suicide awareness campaigns - it's heart-breaking, but somehow gives you hope? Such an important song for so many people.- like the song says Everybody Hurts & some of us almost take that final step. Michael Stipe was a good friend of Kurt Cobain, and was devastated when he committed suicide just a year after this single was released. But as we know, for some people, the PAIN is just too much 🖤 R.E.M. will always be remembered for giving people this timeless saviour. Much love to you from Ireland 💚
This isn't a sad song for me, it's hope and the reason to keep going. Its saved me many times and kept me going when times were bad. I always play it when I feel the darkness starting to take over.
Lead singer/songwriter is Michael Stipes. He's from Athens Georgia and was one of Kurt Cobains(Nirvana), best friends. This came out around the time Kurt committed suicide. 2 weeks later my first husband committed suicide too. This song has such a special meaning to me, and I've chosen it for my funeral
The song came out in 1992. Cobain died in 1994. The drummer wrote it and everyone added to it. I'm sorry about your 1st husband.
💜 If you're going through tough times, especially during the Christmas season. Please just hold on. It'll get better. Please don't pick a permanent solution for a temporary problem. This too shall pass. I love you and you are important💜💜
Sorry, but you can't love people you don't know and you can't reassure someone that things will get better when you don't know their circumstances.
@@mcjs8640 if people can hate without reason then we can sure as hell love without knowing. Let's start from a place of love not a place of fear, anger or hate. Love mate, love, that's the cure.
One of my favorite songs of all time. Such powerful words and so true.
We're not alone...
We're in this together.
This song is telling you to hold on to life and don’t let go ..amazing song .
This is one of the most heart wrenching songs, with the most powerful message, that when you really feel you cannot go on any longer, just hang on, there is light around the corner 💕💕💕 REM did this song in response to Michael hearing of teenage suicides were on the rise, and this deeply bothered him.......
This song brings me to tears every single time. It is one of the most powerfully emotional song, in my opinion any way.
Right?!? Almost had to drip out early, this song kills me.
Yep - and also "Night Swimming" - I hope that da Real will do more REM...
Same here. It's weird to me... in a sense it sounds like a corny casio keyboard karaoke type thing. Or even a simple church song that goes on. It has that DNA but the end result is something far more. This song is achingly beautiful and everybody in the world (bar a few psychos) can relate to it. The emotions are just too real. Another odd thing about it is the chords are "major" - they're happy sounding guitar chords actually yet the song is still so devastating thanks to the voice/lyrics.
@@halfalligator6518 I know. The combination of major cords with melancholic lyrics shouldn't work,.... but it blends so beautifully here. If you just heard the cords on their own, at a quicker pace, with no lyrics involved, it would make quite a joyful tune. That is why this song is so iconic, the pure contrast in style.
Love this song, many tears rolled down my face to this one
I agree that everyone should hear this song at least once. Powerful! Appreciate your reacting to it. Watched it all, love what you do Adogg!
R.E.M. outside of this group generally refers to Rapid Eye Movement, which is the stage of sleep in which you dream, and the parts of the nervous system that can be healed repair themselves. If you go too long without REM sleep, your brain can and does deteriorate rapidly. I rather dig the possibility that the group has named themselves for a form of restoration and healing.
Beautiful and reverent..and universal...
The band is called R.E.M. The lead singer is openly gay. Thanks for having an open mind and supporting gay artists.
Michael Stipe-vocals, Mike Mills-Bass and vocals, Bill Berry-drums and vocals, Peter Buck-guitar.
The thing is to not miss the uplifting message of feeling free to use your friends and do whatever it takes to hold on, not give up, not give in to the negative messages the negativity the world throws at you. It's a song of hope, a message that you aren't really alone, there are those who love you and care for you and never give up.
The video make the song hit you even more. The captions of all those people who are going through their own things. Amazing song.
Saved me more times than I can count. “Just hang on.”
This is one of my favorite all-time songs. It touches deep. I pray no one experiences the pain this song about, but many do. You are not alone, ever, their are those that love and care deeply for you.❤❤
This was set up on IH 10 close to downtown San Antonio. Me and my buddy hung out the top of the bridge and sat and watched. 61 yrs old and still remember like yesterday. Check out man on the moon. Great song too. Love your 70s reactions too!
REM. Another great song of theirs is "Losing my religion".
R.E.M. is perhaps one of the greatest bands that started in the 1980s, along with U2, Metallica and Red Hot Chili Peppers. They achieved their greatest success in the early 90s with two HUGE back-to-back albums, Out of Time and Automatic for the People. Out of Time has their biggest hit - Losing My Religion, and Automatic for the People has this song as well as hits Drive and Nightswimming. One of my favorite bands of all time!
R. E. M. has a very deep catalog. All of their songs have a sad or poignant edge to them. Some other songs to try: "Losing My Religion," "Man on the Moon," "Shiny Happy People," "Superman," "Swan Swan H"
Such a beautiful song. And the video is perfect.
Great reaction sir!!! Beautiful song, hits you right in the soul !!!!!
Major and important video. It should be mandatory curriculum in music for middle schools. Ur reaction was perfect.
Separate letters, R. E. M. It stands for Rapid Eye Movement, which is the time when you dream while sleeping.
The guy walking around in the hat is the singer, Michael Stipe; the band isn't Rem, it's 3 letters- R. E. M.
Their 'Losing My Religion' video is amazing.
Man On The Moon is a great REM tune also, written about comic legend Andy Kauffman
Love your video's. You have such a great personality. Always making me smile & cracking up...So great to see the young people discovering good music.
Love this 👆
Totally agree 😘💕🕊
You never know what people around you are thinking and feeling. And it helps so much to know we are not alone. That moment when everyone gee out q the their cars........ You are not human if this doesn't touch you. No wonder people say it saved their lives.
I'm sure someone needs to hear this. Never give up ❤️
So true to life in our world 🌍
Michael Stipe is the lead singer of REM, but he did a duet with Natalie Merchant which is worth watching. It's called Hello In There.
I cannot remember the name of the singer, but the band is called R.E.M., not Rem. They got the name from the Rapid Eye Movement stage of sleeping, when dreams occur.
I love this song!!! It takes me back to "A Night At The Roxbury" when the Butabi brothers were fighting.
Michael Stipe's voice is legend. 💗
His name is Michael Stipes...lead singer of R.E.M..... great song.. it's about suicide.
Stipe. No S
I can't tell you how many hundreds of times I've heard this song, still, teared up. Loved this, thank you.
Michael Stipe has an awesome voice. Sadly R.E.M. broke up in 2011 and nothing was heard from them again. My favourite Songs are "Nightswimming" and "Belong", especially in the MTV unplugged Version.
While being active, Michael Stipe has also done some nice Duetts, like "Trout" (together with Neneh Cherry *) or "Your Ghost" with Kristin Hersh.
(* I hope You know Neneh Cherry? If not, You must check out at least "Buffalo Stance", "Feel it", "Manchild" and "Money Love"...)
I love that you havent ever heard of these bands so we get a real 1st impression!
Merry Christmas A Dogg. Thanks for your great smile and wonderful channel. Much love to you and your loved ones my brother.🌟🌲⭐☃️🕯❄⛄🕯💕💕
Its about his struggle with depression and believe me its a song thats helped me
The group is spoken as the initials R.E.M. The singer is the amazing Michael Stipe
The Band is R.E.M. and Micheal Stipe is the lead singer.
"Hold On, so hard to do when all you want to do is to let go !!
Check out What's the Frequency Kenneth by REM. I'd recommend the live in Cologne, Germany performance in 2001. That one in particular was really something special.
Thanks, da Real -- I hope you were reading the words... they are incredible.. seeing people's "thoughts" was brilliant... one of the best videos I've seen - and of course a beautiful song.. Michael Stipe (lead singer) and REM have had many hits -- I know them b/c I'm "old" - but you may well have heard some... I appreciate your reaction and hope to hear more...
Found a must watch video Avi Kaplan originally from pentatonic ((his single called"change is coming')) from Lisa
A gorgeous item of music. My second-favourite performance of this was (an acapella?) solo by an older Irish priest on BGT.
REM's Automatic for the People is an excellent album -- every song is good -- sidewinder, find the river, man in the moon, etc.
One of my favorite songs ever!
Johnny Cash - Hurt. For something hard hitting. It's amazing.
Beautiful song ,relatable to us all. Merry Christmas and a happy new year!Xx
This song is so relatable, so many time in my life I just wanted to give up. The only thing that kept me going is that I knew I had to be there for my wife and kids. Don't worry, I'm doing OK now.
I’m really gonna miss this group,.. But it takes somebody like Michael stipe lead singer to pull all this off . No disrespect for the other bandmembers they’re all great too! I’m proud to say , that I have all the record and videos like over in Germany were they did a concert and many other videos where do you probably can’t even buy any more but I’m proud to own them.
This song is so powerful with the video. Just something so special about it. Michael Stipes, the dude in the hat is the main vocalist for REM (say it as the letters). Orange Crush is my favorite of theirs. Great song. Their lyrics were often profound or sometimes political.
lead singer is Micheal Stipe
Awesome reaction to probably REM''s best song.
Also, cool Tom Macdonald & Nova Rockafeller poster!
*#HOG4LIFE**!*
Esta es una canción donde piensan que estamos triste pero cuando todos nos damos un granito de harena de henerjia hi positibismo Amen 🙏🌍🏠❤️🌺♥️🤩🕊️🥰🙏😭🙏🕊️
Michael Stipe, my all time favorite band. Their catalog is deep and very political and personal on so many levels. He is just a beautiful person! Some of their other songs I recommend, World Leader Pretend, You Are Everything, Losing My Religion, Walk Unafraid and so much more!!!
The guy singing is Micheal Stipe.x
The song is not sad, not really, it’s that last ray of hope in a dark place.
A MUST HEAR...R.E.M. "RADIO SONG"
(OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)..TRUST ME!!
Was a big hit in uk on early 90,s
Gr8 song 🎵♥.. thx for sharing ❤.
Michael Stipe is the lead singer. He wrote this song for teenagers, who often feel lost. Their suicide rate is high, and this song is telling them to hold on. Near the end, the lyrics are “you’re not alone.” For the band, you say it as the letters R.E.M. They are best heard live. They had 15 studio albums, and there are live albums, too. Some of their best songs were not on the radio! I’d recommend “The One I Love” next!
15 studio albums 🙂
@@boognish94 I corrected error, have no idea why I said 12!!!! ✌
@@subwaygoddess1 as long as you REMembering all the time #callmewhenyoutrytowakeherup 😊🙃😊
@@boognish94 😊✌🎶
Stunning song by Michael steep...I think it's all emotions everyone goes through however someone close passes away..
This song saved me during the worst part of my very long life.
Goosebumps in the first 3 seconds
This song is an experience 💝☮️🌏
The band is the three initials. R. E. M
This song makes you think about your life. Sometimes the good sometimes the bad. I cry every time I hear it as I'm doing right now. Beautiful song! I'm trying desperately to hang on right now.
TIMELESS !!!!
It’s a reminder to help our brothers and sisters
The simplest song with a profound message. Michael stipe is amazing!
Yes it's R, E, M(initials). Amazing group. Check out, Nightswimming and The one I love
Always tears comin down from every reactions from anyone I look @. This song is like a target str8 to the heart!
Just so you know r.e.m. is pronounced as individual letters the lead singer who is Michael Stipe sing this song as a dedication song to bring awareness to suicide because someone close to him committed suicide my brother and sister committed suicide two days apart and my sister's youngest son also committed suicide shortly thereafter and I can't listen to this song without crying
Not sad. Written as a comfort to a suicidal friend.
I love this song, it's really helped me through some bad times. I love watching people react to it, I wish more people would react to the Live in Glostenbugh? Glostenbury? Something like that but it is a great performance
This song got me through some really rough times.
Got to talk to someone please dont think your alone guys
This band was a banger in the early 80's along with the 'Cars', 'Wham' and so many others. Idk if you Reacted to any of them yet but you won't regret it. Gosh, can't believe I was a teenager then. Lol. Do you know George Michael was the Wham lead singer before starting off on his own solo career? Great Reaction. Thanks. Happy New Year! 🤗🌈💥💕✨🌟👪🙏
The ending represents - if 2 or 3 people disappear..i'e suicide, few notice...BUT if 300'400 disappear --Then you might just see....and sadly that's everyday.
Powerful an beautiful
The lead singer for R.E.M. is Michael Stipe
Micheal Stipe ( John Micheal stipe ) 😃
The singer is Michael Stipe, and REM are one of the greatest rock bands of all-time.
R. E. M., not rem. Michael Stipe is the guy that was behind the wheel, and got out of the car.
You are the most adorable reactor on the internet :-)
This song was claimed to have save thousands from committing suicide in the 90s. The Singer is Michael Stype, the head of orchestrating was John Paul Jones the bassist of Led Zeppelin. R.E.M. is a great band. Not hard but emotional
Check out this song they did at the Glastonbury festival. You can feel the emotion with it live.
It is really hard to hold on anymore. The world is a shit storm.