“Losing my religion” is actually an old southern expression for being at the end of one’s rope, and the moment when politeness gives way to anger.

@jeffbeck3770

3 жыл бұрын

came here to say that. You beat me to it by a mile.

@3DJapan

3 жыл бұрын

Mom: "if you kids don't settle down I'm about to lose my religion!"

@sinenominecc

3 жыл бұрын

@@jeffbeck3770 Me too. You've said enough. 😉

@laughteryogiflorida

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Now it makes sense.

@turdferguson400

3 жыл бұрын

Caryn Kesh register Definitely. I didn’t know that. 👍

Michael Stipe said this about the song "When you have a crush on somebody, and you think that they understand that but you’re not sure, and you’re dropping all kinds of hints, and you think that they’re responding to these hints but you’re not sure; that’s what this song is about: thinking that you’ve gone too far, you’ve dropped a hint that is just the size of Idaho, and they responded in a way that maybe confused you, or they haven’t responded at all or they responded in a way that seemed like ‘well, maybe I’m gonna- maybe I’m- maybe something’s gonna happen here!’ and I think I’ve probably said this seven thousand times, but the phrase ‘losing my religion’ is a southern phrase which means that something has pushed you so far that you would lose your faith over it. Something has pushed you to the Nth degree, and that’s what this is about. Now, some people still think that it’s a song about religion; it’s not. It’s just a song about having a crush.”

@jamesallen5591

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, been there. We all have.

@ninline2000

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, we used to say when someone was annoying us "They're going to make me lose my sanctification."

@RayRay-zt7bj

3 жыл бұрын

Good explanation sbipchick! It sounds like the story of my life. I always kind of figured this song had to be about something other than religion.

@Ciclopea2

3 жыл бұрын

I've seen him explain the song a couple of times, definitely a beautiful way of describing something that can mess you up, crushing too hard on someone lol.

@ckobo84

3 жыл бұрын

"Unrequited love" ... Is there any other kind? 😢

Singer said is not about religion. In southern states losing my religion means losing temper or civility. He said it was about someone who pines for someone, unrequited love

@ladyshar42

3 жыл бұрын

basically it means "losing your shit"

@VelkanAngels

3 жыл бұрын

When I heard it as a teen (non-English), I thought it meant despair. Like, he was so desperate and lost for hope, that he was losing his religion. To be fair, lyrics have always been the last thing I've noticed about a song. Usually have to hear it 7+ times, before I begin to pay attention to the lyrics, lol. With a few exceptions.

REM are great. Try Everybody Hurts, Its the End of the World as we Know It and Man on the Moon

@VinzClorthokeymasterofGozer

3 жыл бұрын

ALA_Legend 02 Orange Crush, I Am Superman, Diver 8, Radio Free Europe....

@trixie2568

3 жыл бұрын

@@VinzClorthokeymasterofGozer I love Radio Free Europe. Some of the less popular songs were my favorites.

@usbxg3474

3 жыл бұрын

@@VinzClorthokeymasterofGozer add an "R" to the diver 8 ;)

@VinzClorthokeymasterofGozer

3 жыл бұрын

@@usbxg3474 RDiver 8? ; )

@mariecockman8665

3 жыл бұрын

Or just all- the entirety of their catalogue xo

Everybody hurts is a good one of theirs

@ashleydeannahill4304

3 жыл бұрын

That's such a good song by them

@Bambi_Harris_Author

3 жыл бұрын

He reacted to that one, it is a great song :-)

@JayveeTV

3 жыл бұрын

Bambi Harris I haven’t done that one yet this is my first time ever hearing this band today

@rodb9275

3 жыл бұрын

You should definitely do Everybody Hurts. Interesting song and cool official video.

@hudsonsteele1674

3 жыл бұрын

@@Bambi_Harris_Author I think you're thinking about ol' what's his name...

Where does almost thirty years go as this was released in 1991? Great song that never ages.

@mbenoit77

3 жыл бұрын

Karen, we're getting old! 😂

@gaylelucas6295

3 жыл бұрын

I was 16 when this Came out 😲 but still Flying

@MyKeeP81

3 жыл бұрын

@@rsmith8434 it absolutely goes by faster sine you are used to time more than a younger person. hours go by like 15 minutes used to i swear

@Angiie_loo

3 жыл бұрын

Now I know why I like it so much...it’s my birth year ☺️

@ronniefromOR

3 жыл бұрын

The 90210 episode that night was great 👍

That mandolin makes that song so catchy. It's a great 90's song and band.

I love Michael Stipe's voice.

@raisa_cherry33

Жыл бұрын

Me too 😍❤

R.E.M. was one of the bands that was on every mixtape I made back in the day. So many amazing songs to choose "The One I Love", "Orange Crush", "Stand", "Gardening at Night" "Drive", "Everybody Hurts" "Superman"

@amyk9175

3 жыл бұрын

Superman was their first song that I heard. They soon became my favorite band in high school and college.

@gaylelucas6295

3 жыл бұрын

"The one I love " what a song 🎵

@Jillyconjem

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. Orange Crush, Shiny Happy People, Stand, The One I Love. 💜💜💜

@NatalieValentina6

3 жыл бұрын

"The One I Love" & "Orange Crush" are on pretty much every playlist I make😋

This group is amazing. The lead singer's voice is very unique. The video is surely interesting. The first time I recommend a song is this 'Everybody hurts' I absolutely love that song

@karenward267

3 жыл бұрын

Michael Stipes is like all good lead singers in that his voice is instantly recognisable.

@missgmoma

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, you definitely got that right. He would always stand out as one of a kind & like you said he can't be mistaken for anyone else. ✌

@kerryschotten8516

3 жыл бұрын

missgmoma Everybody hurts is one of my all time favorite songs!!! Hopefully he will review it!

@missgmoma

3 жыл бұрын

Kerry Schotten Hi, I really hope he does too. That’s the only song I ever requested, I know he has so many recommendations that it has to be hard to choose. Also the video for ‘Everybody hurts’ is just genius in my opinion. I must say you have great taste in music Lol! ✌🏻

@kerryschotten8516

3 жыл бұрын

missgmoma We both have good taste! 😄

This is a deeper band their lyrics have always had a message. I love the mandolin.

R.E.M. are a great Art band, there's loads of references to classical art & classical paintings in the video. There is Leonardo Da Vinci in the video trying to build a flying machine using bird wings. Super interesting band, always

@allisonyoung4007

3 жыл бұрын

It's beautifully shot~

@lesaahrenstein6360

3 жыл бұрын

Leonardo DaVinci made all kinds of things and had drawings for many more that in his time couldn't be made but as technology progressed they weren't able to make them. And the flying machine with the birds feathers I think you said was actually one of his designs

@jameshannagan4256

3 жыл бұрын

They really do have a great body of work and they kind of get passed over when it comes to great bands.

"I think I thought I saw you...try..." Such a great lyric! I'd like you to listen to Orange Crush.

Everybody Hurts one of R.E.M.’s best.

R.E.M. has an album called Automatic For The People. Every song is good. I recommend Nightswimming and Find The River. They are 2 of my all time favorite songs.

"Losing my religion" is apparently a southern term, which means "Losing one's temper" and has nothing to do with religion. I also didn't know that until last week!

@TexasMagnolia

3 жыл бұрын

Maria Carabin So good to see someone that get’s it!

"Losing my religion" is a Southern saying (slang) for 'I'm losing my mind'. It means 'feeling frustrated', or ' being agitated'. I'm sure that others on here might be able to explain it better, since I'm not from the South.

@infopackrat

3 жыл бұрын

But it sure works for losing ones religion.

@allisonyoung4007

3 жыл бұрын

I am & ur correct! Like, u make me so crazy Ima break every rule the good book taught me! Whether it means cursing u out, kicking ur ass, or sleeping with u when I know it's bad for me!

@karenh.

3 жыл бұрын

That's it. ...I'm at the end of my rope...

@hudsonsteele1674

3 жыл бұрын

I would say you were pushed to your limits and were about to start cussing. Georgia boy here. Back in the day, everybody went to church, and people didn't cuss or curse much. You had to be real mad before you lost your religion and started cussing.

@marjolewis9405

3 жыл бұрын

Also means the end of a marriage/relationship.

Not only one of my favourites by them. One of my all time favourites!!

Just wanted to add that the videos they used to make weren't usually about the song. The entire point was just to capture your attention. 😉

Love REM. Everybody and everything is hurting right now. Stay safe, Everyone. X

@TexasMagnolia

3 жыл бұрын

Turd Ferguson I’ve not said before...your handle cracks me up every time I see it. Takes me back to the SNL skit...the best one ever!

@turdferguson400

3 жыл бұрын

Texas Magnolia I so agree with you!! Norm did such a good Burt Reynolds. I still watch his bits on KZread and I crack up every time! Thanks for liking the handle! 👍👍💖☮️🌸

This is one of my favourite bands. So many songs to choose from. Its The End Of the World As We Know It, Shiny Happy People and the ultimate favourite Everybody Hurts. I suffer from severe depression and anxiety and I always listen to that song when depression hits me hard to keep me going. Its saved me many times. I even have a couple of lines of it tattood on my arm as a constant reminder that I'm not not not alone. A genius band. 💜

R.E.M. was the first or one of the first bands in the alternative genre. I love many of their songs. They put me in a relaxed zone.

Another great reaction to a great R.E.M. song. That key string instrument in the song is a mandolin.

I was a huge fan of R.E.M. when I was in college in the 80's. This was a couple years after. Some others to try are Radio Free Europe, It's The End of the World, Begin the Begin, Cuyahoga, Orange Crush, Fall on Me ... I might be getting too obscure, but these were big ones for me. Haha Another band in this genre ... The B-52's. Both bands are from Athens, GA.

@Ozefan2580

3 жыл бұрын

Ditto!!

@horsefootrot8044

3 жыл бұрын

mamamurray2 their Green Album was great. World leader Pretend was an obscure fav of mine.

@mamamurray2

3 жыл бұрын

@@horsefootrot8044 I've got Green but it's been a while since I've listened to the whole thing. Man, I wish I could go back in time and retrieve my old sound system and Bose tower speakers. I'd listen to all my old vinyl.

@horsefootrot8044

3 жыл бұрын

mamamurray2 Green and David and David’s Welcome to the Boomtown, among many others. Got a lot of air play in my youth. REM had the eponymous Album which was full of good REM. They went a little down hill for me with that Shiny Happy People rubbish. To go back in time..hmmmm I’d keep my at least one of my Sony Walkmans in the original packaging. Those things were gold as kid! BOSE, Marantz, and Alpine were the sound systems of my day!

@mamamurray2

3 жыл бұрын

@@horsefootrot8044 Yes! I need to go back and fetch my Walkman, too, because my David and David is on cassette. 😄

REM have a rabbit hole of sorts. You should find a number of worthwhile tracks with them. This one has always been a hypnotic favorite. It's a song about someone who has a thing for another person but it apparently is more of a fantasy - unrequited or a one way relationship. 'Losing my religion' is a sort of Southern phrase for basically losing control of oneself.

This was a hit and all over the radio when I was in college

The imagery of the video is amazing. Knowing that his love is not returned. Going close to her is like Icarus and Daedalus flying too close to the sun. It burns the wax on his wings and he tumbles to the earth. To Reality. While everyone is laughing and whispering behind his back. One of the best videos. The song itself is so unique, brilliant lyrics and the soothing riff and the melody is superb! The band is from Athens, Ga. I was lucky to see Hootie perform this with Peter Buck playing the mandolin (he’s the guy in the video paying the mandolin)

It's funny to see the difference in the reactions to this song when the music video is shown as opposed to a lyric video. Those who see the lyric video generally get the overall gist of the song, while those who see the music video have quite a different interpretation. I'm guessing that was R.E.M's intent when they shot it.

"Radio Free Europe" is a great REM song.

@calpurniabruchi5742

3 жыл бұрын

That was the first big hit

@jeffrussell8078

3 жыл бұрын

Yea 🙌🏼

DRIVER 8, GARDENING AT NIGHT, FINEST WORKSONG, FALL ON ME, RADIO FREE EUROPE AND MORE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Their greatest achievement, also try Man on the Moon The One I Love Stand What’s the Frequency Kenneth? Driver,8 So many great songs!

Do 'Shiny Happy People' next. And 'It's The End Of The World As We Know It' and 'Tongue'.

@3DJapan

3 жыл бұрын

I understand Stipe hated Shiny Happy People.

@ladyshar42

3 жыл бұрын

definitely do "End of the World as We Know it". maybe not so much Shiny Happy People. "The One I Love" and "Man on the Moon" would be good though.

@gillgray3946

3 жыл бұрын

Phil Nolan really? I never knew that. That’s one of my favourite REM songs as well!

@banyarling

2 жыл бұрын

No.

R.E.M. was a hit machine!! They must've had 15 hit songs in the 90's alone, not even counting the late 80's!!!

I’ve always thought of REM as an “Art Band”, musically and lyrically. I saw a few suggestions given to you and I concur. A good band to sink your musical teeth into

They've got a lot of great music. I'm partial to some of their early stuff, like "Pretty Persuasion " and " Radio Free Europe"

Everybody Hurts; It’s the End of the World as We Know It; Orange Crush; What’s the Frequency, Kenneth?; Man on the Moon (referencing Andy Kaufman)

@Historian212

3 жыл бұрын

Everybody Hurts

@videono1

3 жыл бұрын

Historian212 Thanks. I’ll make the correction.

Trust me , Everybody Hurts will bring you to tears!

@missjones580

3 жыл бұрын

It still does. The text, the music, Michael Stipe's voice. Never fails to bring tears to my eyes, I don't really mind.

I've followed them since the 80s. Amazing artists.

I'm glad you're reacting to R.E.M.. They were great. A few more great songs of theirs to get you started (they have many) are "Radio Free Europe", "Fall on Me", "The One I Love", "It's the End of the World As We know It", and "Orange Crush".

@memcmac

3 жыл бұрын

“Fall on me” absolute favorite

Are you surprised by the amount of brilliant music we grew up with

I love the song “What’s the Frequency, Kenneth”, but I couldn’t tell you what it’s about. I just like the sound. I know it had to do with reporter Dan Rather being attacked... but whatever it’s a cool song- whatever it means.

@otisdylan9532

3 жыл бұрын

I think that song is about his inability to fully understand or connect with a younger fan.

@danelleb.8149

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha. Makes sense. 😂

@gaylelucas6295

3 жыл бұрын

Yesss what a song 🎵

Check out "Everybody Hurts", their live version. The one where his face is partially painted blue. A SONG THAT PERTAINS TO "EVERYONE"! Awesome song...

Their live performance of this for MTV's 10th Anniversary in 1991 is stunning as well. Formed on 1980, they're cited as being an important influence on alternative rock bands that followed such as Nirvana.

"Nightswimming" is one of REM's best.

The songs about frustration and unrequainted love for another person and knowing that nothing is going to come from the other person, the love will never be for filled.

REM played Losing My Religion in the Christmas episode of the tv show callled Boston Public, and it was unforgettable 💜

I think this song has some of the best lyrics ever. I still remember every single word over 20 years later.

When this song came out in 1991, almost every song on the radio was only "boom, boom, boom" and then all of a sudden there was this song with a melody in it, even three melodies, if you listen closely. It restored my faith in humanity, music wise, if you know what I mean. And the lyrics, about unrequited love, are sung with so much feeling, great! It is still one of my all time favourite songs.

From my home state Georgia. Live about 20 min from Athens. Great musicians. They are kinda indie style music. Another great band out of Athens is the B52s . Need to check out Rock Lobster and Love Shack

Stand, Orange Crush, Everybody Hurts. All great R.E.M. songs!

was an American rock band from Athens, Georgia, formed in 1980 by drummer Bill Berry, guitarist Peter Buck, bassist Mike Mills, and lead vocalist Michael Stipe, who were students at the University of Georgia.

Love this song! I'm a music nut, and an amateur musician. R.E.M is my third favorite band behind Radiohead and Yes. They have many awesome songs and I would go back to the beginning and hit 'Radio Free Europe' next. One of the things I love about them is their albums are all solid - every song is really good. Their early work, the lyrics are almost unintelligible half the time and that was part of the 'mystery' and aura of the band. Plus they follow in the style of making the lyrics vague enough that they are open to the interpretation of the listener, sometimes to the point of it being hard to pin down the actual topic of the song. In that way, rock music is sort of the opposite of rap music, which is all about lyrics and beat. In rock music, the music usually comes first and often the sound of the vocal is as important, if not more so, as the lyrical content. Thanks so much! Be well, stay safe. Peace from SF P.S., try using 'instruments' instead of 'instrumentals'. Or just say 'the music' as opposed to the vocals. You usually use "instrumental" to describe a song with no vocals, just instruments. Also, the main instrument in this song is a mandolin. You can see the guitarist, Peter Buck, playing it early in the video, sitting down. It looks kind of like a fancy small guitar with eight strings, but it's just 4 notes with a pair of strings per note. It's pitched much higher than a guitar and that's where that nice jangly ringing sound is from.

I've been a fan of REM since the 80's. Michael Stipe's voice is incredible with the passion and pain it can convey but REM are just as strong when doing instrumentals due to the great musicians. They sound as good if not better live. My favourites are So. Central Rain, Fall On Me, Country Feedback, Crush With Eyeliner, Fretless and Try Not To Breathe.

This one goes out to the one I love by REM

REM is such an amazing band. A few of my personal REM favorites are "The Great Beyond," "Crush With Eyeliner," "Electrolite," and "At My Most Beautiful."

One of my all time favorite songs! I love REM.

Singers voice is incredible.

“Imitation of Life” is the best song I have ever heard. Other fantastic songs of this band are “Man on the moon”, “Shinny happy people”, “Everybody hurts” among others. Enjoy them.

Down here in the south "Losing My Religion" means losing your cool or your self control.

Love REM doing End of The World & Everybody Hurts.

Try The Communards singing "Don't leave me this way"....amazing voices and beat!!

@gaylelucas6295

3 жыл бұрын

BRONSKI BEAT " SMALL TOWN BOY" SUCH A GREAT SONG 🎵

The Cars Moving in Stereo Another awesome 80s band

So many interpretations, but what gets me is the hypnotic tune. It draws me in every time.

I can’t even imagine my reaction to hearing this for the first time as an adult. I was born in the early 80s and remember this being ubiquitous in the summer of ‘91. Even if it is just a song about cursing, it sounds transcendant. My favourite REM track is still Pilgrimage though.

Hi man! HUGE fan... love seeing your reactions!! It’s like watching a child open a wonderous new present. Your joy of discovery is palpable and I’m so happy for you at each happy new find!! Keep em coming!!!

"Orange Crush" by this band as also a great hit too. Sometime you may want to check it out.

This is very moving, as most of their music is, just love them but they finished playing a while ago , much missed 😥.

One of the most intelligent and symbolism-driven song and clip along with it. Fantastic cinematography and editing. It still holds up today.

First time? My goodness. I hope this song brings as much melodic joy to you as it did to me.

What I absolutely adore about songs like this, is there are so many ways we can interpret the lyrics, & it is really up to us, as how we feel it relates to us! ***Great reaction***

Other great songs by them are: Everybody Hurts It's The End of the World Orange Crush What's The Frequency Kenneth? The last 2 are a bit different as far as the energy you feel while cranking the volume up but all great songs. I probably listen to the 1st and last song I mentioned above more often than the others.

I watched this about 4 hrs. ago...great song! Might check out Duran Duran, "Hungry Like the Wolf" probably the big hit from them...

@musicsansnotes

3 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure what they are talking about. I am taking it literally, he is losing his faith.

Man in the Moon, Everybody Hurts, Shiny Happy People are the first of many which come to mind. Unusual and special band.

My brother says this song always reminds him of his son. After his birth he left the hospital, got into his car turned the key and this started to play. At that moment he was so happy he burst into tears and now this song always reminds him of that moment even 29 years later.

Love REM. So many memories of my time in NYC.

Maybe one of the best of R.E.M. Perfect. Everybody hurts is another piece of cake. What's about It's the end blabla and I know it?

I grown up with this songs of the 90s , and it was so wonderful and full of emotions

I feel 1991 was the definitive year in popular music. You had hip-hop ascending and rock music reaching its peak with bands like R.E.M., Nirvana and the Pixies. Everything in this song - from Stipe’s vocals to Buck’s mandolin - captures the feeling of that entire year.

The riff was recorded by him learning to play his new Mandolin! The lyrics of "losing my religion" is an expression from the southern region of the United States that means "losing one's temper or civility" or "feeling frustrated and desperate." Stipe told The New York Times the song was about romantic expression.He told that "Losing My Religion" is about "someone who pines for someone else. It's unrequited love, what have you."

Jayvee I love watching your reactions. I can see the second the song clicks with you, from the way your eyes move, or the change in direction of you body swaying and when your eyes light up, you know you have it! This is one of my favourite songs. TBH, you seem to review all my favourtite songs, but you are my favourite reviewer for the reactions as you can definataly see the appreciation sinking in. Keep on, I'm loving it!

I loved Michael Stipe and used to imitate his dance moves. You have to hear It's the End of the World as We Know It, Man on the Moon, Fall On Me, and the Great Beyond. They are super talented.

The video is loosely based on a short story by Gabriel Garcia Marquez "The Old Man with Wings" where the title character appears in a poor town after raining and everybody except the priest believes he's an angel.

React to their song Its the End of the World as We Know It ... kinda relevant tho today during the pandemic!!

One of the best songs ever in my opinion. It's really like no other.

i love you doing the older songs this is such a good one!

Everybody Hurts, This One Goes Out to the One I Love, Orange Crush, Shiny Happy People, Man on the Moon, What's the Frequency Kenneth. All would be greats for you to check out from REM

Went to see these guys at the Greek theater at Oakland university ...I think it was 2004...great concert!

Yes love this REM song and another one of theirs you should check out is Orange Crush 👍

Everybody hurts Is another good song of there's wow. Great reaction Jay loving it. 😊😊💖💕💖

I luv for u to hear Basia new day for u ,promises shes good as well 💜💜✌🏾✌🏾

So nice to see the new generation enjoy the music we enjoyed before! Love R.E.M and these music

I fell in love with this song waaaaaay back when I was a kid, and love it still.

R.E.M. was a college rock band that I discovered when I was in college, so they were the soundtrack to my young adult life. My favorite band at the time and through most of their career. There are a great number of songs you should check out... here are just some of them: Radio Free Europe, Perfect Circle, So. Central Rain (I'm Sorry), Wendell Gee, Fall On Me, The One I Love, It's the End of the World As We Know It (and I Feel Fine), and Nightswimming.

I always think of my Dad and the relationship we had. He expected 100% of me to be what he demanded. The more I tried to live up to his expectations, the more of myself I lost, the more I hurt...the more I wanted him to accept me for just me.

"Shiny Happy People", "Stand" and "Everybody Hurts" love REM

@elainepablo8104

3 жыл бұрын

I used Shiny Happy People for my wedding March. People my age laughed at first but it brought so much joy and warmth and to the ceremony.

R.E.M. takes me back to college. Try 'It's the End of the World as We Know It' and 'Stand.' 'Harbor Coat' is really good, too.

Shocked you not heard this song before, its R.E.M.'s most popular song bt alwo so well known globally. Its played on the radio all the time

Mandolin driven song, a rare thing in rock.

Thanks for this. One of my fav. bands. Based out of my home state of Ga.

I don't if you would run into copyrite issues but there is lots of good live performances of R.e.m