It's such a timeless song because almost everyone understands the pain of loss and how when you compare the version of events from any two people they almost always will diverge into very different narratives based on their point of view.

@marilynk30

2 жыл бұрын

Perfectly said!

@alphaomega7191

2 жыл бұрын

@@marilynk30 thank you.

This is such a deep video. You can see and feel the anguish on both the party's faces. I like how he acknowledged there was fault on both sides and portrayed the female's viewpoint, though tempered by the words, "You didn't have to cut me off." In other words, it didn't have to end like it did, with her breaking off the friendship in addition to the relationship. Then there is the painting of the tapestry of his life throughout the video, and she is just erased from it at the end. Wow. VERY deep...VERY powerful.

It's a whole different song depending on whether you listen to the audio or watch the video. It's just a cute catchy song on the radio, but when you look at the video, you see the incredible sadness in his face.

@elischultes6587

2 жыл бұрын

I picked it up. Definitely reinforced in the video. His deadpan face ect.

@RaymondBCrisp

2 жыл бұрын

To me, the most impactful thing is when she is 'unpainted' from the tapestry of his life at the end.

@stacemw5355

2 жыл бұрын

And he starts to look ashamed when she's getting angry, that was what made be clock they have a very different idea of what the relationship was

@Camothor10

2 жыл бұрын

Well the lyrics are sad either way

@bellad.1274

2 жыл бұрын

The guy wanted to demote her to "friends with benefits"... she said NOoooooo! He was surprised 🤣 Great song! Version with only the vocals is even more powerful!

When Gotye won song of the year from Prince, Prince said it was his favorite song in recent years! That’s a dope review!

Aaaaand now this is stuck in my head again. It was stuck in my head for MONTHS at one point. The story being told by this song is relatable to everyone at some point in their life, and I love that realness.

@that.ll_do_pig

2 жыл бұрын

That's why I watch a seemingly endless loop of reaction videos until it's outta my brain. Lmao

@SStupendous

2 жыл бұрын

Relatable round about now. Lucky me.

"Quiet complexity," good analysis. The female combo at the end really enhances the song for me.

Man i love this song. My hearts a mess shows a lot of his voice and artistic side

@marymazzulli6971

2 жыл бұрын

"Heart's a Mess" = #FACTS

@MarcusL1995

2 жыл бұрын

@@marymazzulli6971 Like Drawing Blood is my favorite album of his

I can honestly say this is one of the best songs ever .

Every lyric, how it's sung, all the meaning behind all the lyrics. It's a simple song, but it's one just about everyone who's been in relationships that didn't end so well can relate to. And it's one of those songs that just get stuck in your head.

She has her own story to tell about the relationship, and it rings true.

I like how the picture is painted by the words he says...like you making your own reality and that pic starts to be undone when she speaks up

I feel the painting represents that he was feeling whole prior to letting his heart out. The painting is a representation of the broken relationship. The more he sings the more he is brought back into his brokenness. As she starts to sing, she was still in that hurt and broken which is why she had to cut him off, her way of dealing with it. but she sees he is still the same broken person as he sings and confronts him to no avail. Once she realizes things have not changed, she removes herself emotionally.

Such a vibe, and such nostalgia... I miss this guy and the times he came in. His song became an instant classic, and I listened to more of his catalogue other than this one. "Bronte" and "Hearts a mess" being one of the other neat songs he has.

You made my morning! Somebody That I Used To Know was in HEAVY rotation at my house about 10 years ago (I could be off on the timeframe), but I LOVED to belt this song! Thanks for your take on it and your humor!!!! God bless!

@posesepulu3771

2 жыл бұрын

You’re right. 2011 hit. Chart-topper worldwide.

This song never gets old

Instant classic... Perfectly blended music and vocals. Love it

This is one of my top ten songs of all time, which is crazy for an artist like me and the simplicity of the track. But it is just so Damn perfect! "Have your friends collect your records and then change your number!" A xylophone has never sounded so damn perfect. Hard to believe the genius Kygo didn't produce the track. Great reaction as always my man, one love

Bro, your authentic nature is your success. Don't change! Man respect.

You're the second reaction I've seen to this song - both times the phrase "They know exactly what they're doing" was used. 👍 A masterpiece of a breakup song. Simple, but packs a punch. Thank you for reacting to this.

@westnblu

2 жыл бұрын

Yes u could very well be right. This tune does pack quite a punch despite its subtle overall presentation vocals and instrument playing.. Often less is best.

His vocals remind me of Sting. Maybe it's just me, but that's who I thought it was when I first heard this.

@timdenier3021

2 жыл бұрын

Its Sting's son ..

@StaciaAmnaber

2 жыл бұрын

He is compared to Sting alot! It's not just you.

@alphaomega7191

2 жыл бұрын

@@timdenier3021 - No Wally isn't.

@kathleensmith3555

2 жыл бұрын

I the same

@ashleydixon4613

2 жыл бұрын

Never thought of that. But yeah, now that I think of it, he does.

I think when he sings in the chorus his voice really sounds like Peter Gabriel great vocals👏

When this came out... It was different than anything else. Very unique song! 🎹🎤🎶🎸🥁

"Quiet complexity"-- I love that!!

Definitely one of the most beautiful songs ever made.

Loved it when Prince presented them with an award and said he loved the song, highest compliment ever!

This won song won a Grammy award and Prince presented it to him. He was so awestruck when Prince said "I really like your song" he looked like he was about to faint!

This song is so interesting. Always nice to see a real oddball of a track actually chart. I try to refrain from throwing out suggestions, as I know you're busy, but I'd love your input on the song Still Swinging by Papa Roach. When you have time, of course. LFR fam forever.

always been a fan of this song , when my cousin would piss me off in xbox party id start blasting it cuz he hated it lmao glad u liked it brother

Gotye is meticulous in his music. This song took years to get just how he wanted it. It's his most commercially successful song however he has many more songs. Hearts a Mess is my favourite and also an awesome video.

Your responses are always so entertaining. Keep up the good work!

Glad I watched this. You have a beautiful take and understanding of this song. Loved it...just subscribed❤️

I love your energy! Glad o found you so soon into a new year!

The whole song is tight, their vocals is even tighter. They sound great together. I love the engert they are putting off and feeding off of.

This is such a creative video. Painting a picture then erases the memory. Toxic relationship!

You're reaction was so fun!!!! Loved it!

After a love affair, the hardest words to hear are "you're just somebody I used to know" !

LOVE THIS SONG! Thanks for reacting to it. Very good song. Love you bro! Lfrfamily hit that thannggg

Awesome reaction Brotha Man. Peace to the Family. ✌🏾☝🏾👍🏾

Speaking of Australian artists.... Billy Thorpe & the Aztecs - most people I know, absolute classic and bet you'll enjoy!

@ariesred777

Жыл бұрын

Checkout Billy Thorpe's live performance at Boggo Road Jail Brisbane Just returned from the States It's the best!

Came here for basketball last week, got Gotye, not what I expected. Fantastic 😁

I just watched your reaction. I love how you described the "quiet complexity". Awesome phrase!!!

The studio live version is amazing too

Van you've made my day

Last time I heard this song i was like 13, being 17 (18 in 3 weeks) and have been in a relationship, this makes me cry. And i been hearing this song throughout my childhood too

you just made my morning my friend !!! this was out when i was much younger ....but just went through this...im going toture her with this true memory lol..... and most of all view / input is honestly funny and factual as you say it ! great job please keep'em coming ✌

You’re one jive turkey and hilarious!!.. Thanks dude.. great song.. probably one of the best hooks in a pop song in a long time 👌🏻

Walk off the earth does a version of this song where they're all playing this instrumental on one guitar. Would love to see your reaction to that version as well!

Late but great reaction. Somehow I went down a rabbit hole of these reactions glad to have found yours. This song is about a Narcissist listen as he tells her how hurt he is and then insults her. He told her when they broke up she wouldn't catch him hung up on somebody that he used to know. He essentially told her just as he was insulting her in the lyrics she's just somebody that he used to know, so she changed her number and stuff. She reminded him that he said she would never catch him hung up on somebody that he used to know and how he blamed her for everything and how she was always trying to pick apart what he said. Hes all like it hurts but uh yea I don't need you and this was likely how their relationship was and what she meant by what she said.

I loved your reaction to this song. I had forgotten that I liked this song when it came out. So much good music from those days! TFS 💞

I’m dead 😂… u singing those parts made my night You hit dem notes 🤣

Very dope. It will never age.

‘Sitting there all butterball nekked!’ one of the many reasons I support this channel 😂

Don't be so hard on yourself, your vocals are fire (not really) 😂. I've seen Kimbra perform live, she's a really unique artist. Probably a little too far outside the mainstream to ever have a big hit, but worth checking out some more.

@IggyStardust1967

2 жыл бұрын

Don't be so sure.... While I personally don't enjoy everything she's done, I do see the expressiveness she has(same with Gotye himself), and fully support the fact that she's "taking a risk" with it. Some of the greatest bands in history have done that, and while their "early" endeavors were basically searching for their true identity, they eventually found it, and because they thought "outside the box", ended up becoming icons BECAUSE they were different. Hell, Pink Floyd comes to mind in that regard. So do Guns N Roses, Nirvana, Jimi Hendrix, and even the Beatles. I think eventually, she will find her niche, and have a major impact on music as a whole.

hahaha great review/first reaction/critique... you made me laugh, and enjoy the song just a little more

I just found your channel, I'm so glad I did!

Im real happy you did this bruh

A year later, same emotion. Thanks for this one! Have a good time

been a lurking subscriber! First comment - Van you are awesome. I really enjoy the fun, intelligence and depth you bring to your reactions. Right on, sir.

Great song choice to react to. Really enjoyed this video 🙋🏻‍♀️🙌🏼👏🏼👍🏼💜🇨🇦

If you want to check out Trip Hop you need to listen to Christiansands by Tricky or Teardrop by Massive Attack. One of my favorite types of music and Tricky and Massive Attack are two of the best.

Its a great song and the video is just great being painted out of the picture . says it all

I cant belive you never came across this song before. It was *everywhere* in the 2010s

your reaction is priceless man made my night

BTW, these two are fascinating to look at. Gorgeous in a complex way.

Walk off the earth does such a sick version of this. Love the original though, great reaction!

The instrument you want the name of is a Theremin. It's a stringless electronic harp type instrument

No entendí todo porque no hay traducción, pero este hombre transmite buena energía, clonenlo por favor. (me suscribí obviamente)

When you need to hear this song you need to hear this song. Haven't thought of it in some time but now it cuts deep and so real.

That different kind of pain that comes from being dismissed as nothing.

The true live version shows how they are able to blend and fade so well. True artists.

One of the most creative Videos of the 21st. Century and a good song to boot!

Kimbra is awesome.

haha this is a fantastic video, subscribed :D

For me, when this first came out it captured the best of the 80's alternative plus it was current...so I saw it as smart. Love it....

nahhhhhhhh ,yooo them kicks in the back bruh.killin the reaction plus them nice kicks

If you're interested in some triphop, I HIGHLY recommend listening to some Massive Attack. They're smooth as all get out. Something off the Mezzanine album, maybe Angel or Black Milk. Voodoo in My Blood is excellent as well.

@henrikn7802

2 жыл бұрын

Great suggestions! Add the Dummy album by Portishead to the mix and enjoy 😊

I was here by accident but I’m glad you reviewed this. The song is hard

"Get out my face before I punch you in the neck, girl." 🤣🤣🤣 I subscribed after my son showed me this!!

haha good reaction man. this songs fire

This is such a power tune🔥❤

I did love this one when it came out, have it on my phone. Good one. This is the only song I know by this artist.

❤️”quiet complexity”❤️

Love this song 🖤

I LAUGHED SO HARD WHEN HE SAID OKAY TELL YO STORY GURL AHAHAHAH this guy is great

"You better get out of my face before I punch you in the neck girl" or something like that. OMG .. crack me up!!

@mikemoss7699

2 жыл бұрын

That line still has me cracking up 3 whole minutes later. Funniest shit I heard all day. Pure comedy, by accident. I love it.

I love this song, so powerful.

I love when you’re like “tell your story baby girl” Yeah. It was nice. 😘✨

This song reminds me of my past.. but now they're somebody that we use to know.. 😊

Love this song

Love this song! ♥️💯

You get one side, then the other side and then the mutual sadness. With a nice little groove. 🙂

So great

Love all your reactions.....but love that You caught on to the "back ground instrimental on this Song"....Cheers!!! 😁👍

"A quiet complexity", well said.

I feel like men need to vibe to the music first, and vocals come second. This song has both. Anyone who's ever loved and lost that love can relate.

Best review reaction with this video You the only one that actually commented re appreciation for the artwork On a live version you can check out the electronic instruments.Everything fits so well and highly innovative Thanks!

From L.A.county area of cali.would be so weird, different, unexpected if I was at a light and saw you next to me blasting this and how you were dancing.🤣👍.frankw.

My man knows the tech and soul! respect!

Your reaction was great and funny

6:54 Van, Yeah there's definitely something that sounds like a kid's Xylophone in there. Feels like a similar device as in "What A Fool Believes" by The Doobie Brothers 43 years ago had that happy child-like sound combined with sad break-up lyrics. ...which you also reacted to.