More than 15 years later, this song is still relevant. Love this band. Hope you look into more of their work

@jamietasker8444

3 жыл бұрын

Neck Deep did a kind of nod to this song and how we're still here 15 years later with Happy Judgement Day that I HIGHLY recommend listening to.

@emilyc9240

3 жыл бұрын

I would argue that it's even more relevant

@annejarvis9211

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!...their music is timeless.. LOVE THEM. That was written for Getoge Bush... Billie Joe called him an A-hole in an interview and got applause! He's authentic, doesn't hold back and makes no apologies!! LOVE HIM...SHEER GENIUS! FAVOURITE BAND..still putting out relevant anti-Trump music. Been going since 1987 and still writing phenomenal songs... who makes it to Broadway!!

@bjhellstream

3 жыл бұрын

This is such a banger. Both lyrics and music. This is from the Bush era when everyone was in line for the Iraq war based on fake proof.

@therunawaykid6523

3 жыл бұрын

I agree I would also recommend : Jesus of suburbia, Boulevard of broken dreams, 21 guns, when I come around, she, 21st century breakdown, warning, minority, last of the American girls, know your enemy, time of your life, that one with the music vid of the heart walking around, that one with the music vid set in a mental institution

The American Idiot album was a rebirth for Green Day. A whole new generation (your generation) got introduced to them. Their album Dookie was when I first heard them, that album was played all over the radio and MTV back in the day. And they're from my neck of the woods!

@ct5625

2 жыл бұрын

Same, I loved them the first time around and then when this came out it was a complete surprise. They'd been off the radar for so long and then out of the blue they released this absolute banger at the perfect time!

This whole album was a protest of the war in Iraq during Bush jr presidency. It's a great album and still very relevant

@nuke2625

3 жыл бұрын

You serious? only 2 songs on American idiot are political, rest is the story about the lives of st Jimmy, JOS, and whatsername.

@azurerogue3633

3 жыл бұрын

ok who let the bots in

@nerdspitsbars6035

3 жыл бұрын

@Vincent Major Respond with: IM A BOT IDIOT!!! If you are not a bot

@BlokeWithTheWRX

6 ай бұрын

100% correct.@@nuke2625

All of the individual songs on the "American Idiot" cd are great as stand alone songs. But the entire cd tells a story, and you really need to listen to the whole thing in order, and when there is an official music video of one of the songs watch it. Also, it helps if you can read the lyrics along with listening to the song. I am a 65 yr old (Baptist) Mom of three. I got hooked on GreenDay when my youngest was in high school. American Idiot is one of my all-time favorite music cds.

@SuffiReax

3 жыл бұрын

Haha you don't hear that too often, 65 year old baptist mom of three that loves green day 😂 good for you!

This whole song is super deep against a corrupt government. When Green Day came back to sing it live they tacked on "No Trump, No KKK, No Fascist USA" on the end. You should absolutely react to more of their stuff!! Also, if you wanna here a badass female vocalist, I would recommend Donna Missal. Maybe her song Keep Lying?

I was 34 when this song came out, glad you kids still listen to it.

In my 30’s and my son was in middle school when they were out. We connected so much with our love of music and sharing songs. Lots of nostalgia

September 2004 was when the album was released. And yeah, it's feeling even more relevant today than it did then (and it was REALLY relevant then).

Basket Case is another song to check out.

@wham1984

3 жыл бұрын

Yes!!!

I love that you are jamming to Green Day 🤩

Such a powerful song. The anger is right out there...

Pls react to Jesus of Suburbia next! It is the next one in the album. Also this whole album has a story line to it too.

@j-eneric4071

3 жыл бұрын

YESSSS DUDE

What a f.... great sound great drums great lyrics. Timeless. Green Day is great.

Green Day ROCKS! Thanks so much for reacting to this. Happy Halloween.

@SuffiReax

3 жыл бұрын

Happy Halloween!

Still a banger to this day, remember listening to this at college on my CD player

Liking before even watching, phones flat gotta move to the tv 😂😂 somehow missed you’d reacted to Green Day, always up for that 😁

YES!!! I was so hoping you’d get it.

Yessssssss... Danny I knew I liked you from the beginning... I absolutely loved Green Day back in the day...!!! Wow three reaction's in one day... Your on fire 🔥... Thanks so much Danny your Awesome 😊

@SuffiReax

3 жыл бұрын

Lol I am glad you liked it! I loved it

@tarshnottrash1483

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kim!😂 totally agree!!!

I love that song and Green Day! Nostalgic for sure ❤

This album is their masterpiece. Strangely it was turned into a successful Broadway show that I think is still touring. I was lucky enough to be in NYC when Billie Jo played the role of St. Jimmy. Our concierge got us tickets and it was fantastic! You should check out the performance of 21 Guns that they did with the cast of the Broadway show.

this song came out in 2004. today is june 2024. every lyric of this song STILL holds up & it’s scary. we live in crazy times right now

DUDE PLEASEEEE DO MORE OF THEIR STUFF I've been a fan since this record came out (2004) and that fundementally changed me as a person, they have endless incredible songs.

hell yes ii was looking for reactions to this and im so happy you did it Also pls do : Boulevard of broken dreams Basket case and

I love it and you should actually react to more of their videos. Basket case is one of my favorites

Green Day is still amazing. I love their music, their message, their continued rlevance.

A little back story on Green Day for you. They were part of the underground punk scene in California's Bay Area in the early 90s. When they went mainstream by signing a record contract, their fan base was murderously angry with them for "selling out". I moved to Berkeley, California in 1994 and I remember there was a certain street on what we thought of as a questionable side of town that was covered in graffitied threats to these guys and lots of ugly language, cussing them out. Nothing really relevant to this song...just sharing my Green Day experience.

Great description, At that time they were as hot as anyone...2004...Do "when september comes". You really wanna freak out..Listen to anne Murray "A Little Good News" I think 1983....kinda scary when you listen to the words.

Green Days Minority was the first one I heard. HOOKED. then Christie Road (underrated). Been a fan since. I heard the radio tracks much later because I too was a sheltered baptist as a preteen/teen 😂

groups such as green day so important today. its pity there are none

this nation has allows been controlled by the media since 1965- check out the whole album. if you really want memory throw backs to highschool "When Semptember ends"

Ok as usual loved your reaction! I’m not surprised really that you weren’t allowed to listen to them but that’s all the more reason to check more out now😝. This song will always remain current, more & more! Oh so many songs to mention! Just go for it and check it out - Jesus of suburbia is a long one but has a full story line to follow Boulevard of Broken dreams - classic. Personal fave Hotchin a ride- just love the beat. On a side note I’d be interested in your reaction to Palaye Royale - massacre the new American dream & lonely. More music your parents wouldn’t have let you listen to😂. They’re heavily inspired by bands like green day & punk rock. Oh and you made it to the end of my comment so I’d like to let you know I appreciate you, your reactions & the time you put in 😁😁

@SuffiReax

3 жыл бұрын

Jesus of Suburbia has been a big hit amongst the recommendations! Hahaha I will write them down! And your end bit made me laugh :) thank you!

🖤 Green Day. Their new video Dilemma is great. I like your reactions :)

I'm 33 and have been listening to Green day since I was 6.

@rogoth01themasterwizard11

3 жыл бұрын

i'm 31 myself and i remember my first introduction to greenday was 'international superhits' back when i was a young kid.

This album is a masterpiece. It was prophetic and tragic and a great rock record.

Hearing how Green Day wasnt part of your childhood feels like nostalgic thievery, lol.. i lived on 90s Grunge/Punk music.. so let me ask you this.. ever listened to The Offspring? They til this day have a massive following. The lead singer, actually, ended up going to school and is now a PhD working on viruses, if im not incorrect.. but if youve never listened to them.. i highly highly recommend “you’re gonna go far, kid”.. which, is a stance against the machine, like this song... its incredible. Another typical favorite is “the kids aren’t alright”.. which shouldnt require explaining but the video is so ahead of its time and dope. I also want to know if you listened to old Blink 182 at all? But we’ll start with The Offspring bc its incredible to me how much of a fan base still follow them despite having disbanded a while now. 🧚🏻‍♀️

there’s a reason these guys made the rock and roll hall of fame the first year they were eligible. their entire catalog is awesome, and this album was turned into a broadway show that was nominated for 3 tony awards. the guys can do anything 🤷🏼‍♀️

Super progressive band. Awesome musicians with a strong message. Still relevant, love them.

"We're not the ones you're meant to follow..."

if I remember correctly, the song and album released in 2004... but you're absolutely right, it shows maybe the most important halmark of a great piece of art... that it's getting more relevant the older it gets... in that vein, may wanna check out "Jesus of Suburbia" from the same album....

I adore this video. You have to think - the green liquid represents red, so it would look like they're being absolutely soaked in blood. So clever.

This is agrueably their BEST album! "Jesus of Suburbia" off this album is definitely worth checking out

More green day please.

The album came out in 2004

Yes! Green Day is my favorite band. They are also from my home town, Pinole, CA. I even went to high school with lead singer Billie Joe Armstrong's nephew. American Idiot is such a kick ass way to start the American Idiot album. It's amazing that this song is so relevant no even though it came out in 2004. The American Idiot album is a rock opera made by a punk band, something unheard of at the time, and should be listened to from front to back. If you want more songs in this style from Green Day I would suggest Holiday, Boulevard of Broken Dreams, Holiday, or Jesus of Suburbia. If you want a more straight up '90s punk sound I would suggest Having a Blast, Longview, Redundant, and 80. You can't go wrong with most Green Day songs but these are a suggestion to start with.

@SuffiReax

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you for those!

you should totally check out "Holiday"

One of my favorites from Green Day! And spot on for 2020. Their new album is very interesting, bit of a departure. Feels like a tribute to all their musical influences. Thanks! If you want to dive into more punk PLEASE do some Bad Religion songs. I should let you know with your upbringing that they ARE NOT satanic, lol. The name came from all the televangelists that were being arrested and otherwise discredited in the 80s (when the band formed). You obvi enjoy delving into the meaning behind lyrics & they have amazing lyrics. More Green Day? Go old school! Basketcase is great

@SuffiReax

3 жыл бұрын

Lol you had to preface the band with "They are not satanic", has me very curious as to what they are like. Thank you for the suggestions!

@leighc9004

3 жыл бұрын

@@SuffiReax Well, the name freaks a lot of people out, lol. And you mentioned being raised in quite a religious family. So I didn't want to scare you off!

21 Guns is another amazing song by them you should check out. Along with Blvd of Broken Dreams and When September Ends..

Media= Radio, TV, Internet, Newspapers, posters, flyers and so on... not only the social media from today, therefore they sang that at that time already...

Burnout and Basket Case are also great songs

If you're gonna do more green day please do longview, whatsername, and/or brain stew

Most songs like these have subtitles, you should turn them on if you want to keep up. Green Day has a lot of great music, you can hardly go wrong with them. I would also recommend The Offspring, for more 90s style punk rock. Gone Away, The Kids Aren't Alright, and All I want are some of my personal favourites.

Hello Sophomore year in high school!

Listen to the unedited version

PARENTS...PLEASE LET YOUR CHILDREN LISTEN TO MUSIC!!! 🥰🔥🔥✌🏼🎯 Green Day 👍🏼🤘🏼

Maybe you should check out some songs by Foo Fighters ;) The pretender My hero Learn to fly For example 😊

If I'm not mistaken, this song was written during Bush jr.'s reign...

2023 still relevant.

You’ve gotta check out their Dookie and Nimrod albums

Green Day started in the 80’s

I'm not familiar with their music but had heard if them. I liked it and if i understand the song's message correctly... interesting that this is an old song.

@SuffiReax

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly, it feels like it was made in todays era, it fits too well.

@tarshnottrash1483

3 жыл бұрын

Oh you should listen to more, know you love TØP, you’ll like Green day😜

@testimusicali6445

3 жыл бұрын

@@tarshnottrash1483 any song suggestion of them?

@tarshnottrash1483

3 жыл бұрын

@@testimusicali6445 hmm maybe start with their more radio hits. When I come around was I think their first hit, first I heard in the 90s & loved. Boulevard of broken dreams, Holiday, When September comes were all big hits also Good riddance (time of your life) was used for the finale of Seinfield. You can explore from there if you like it 😄

I love your shocked face about the lyrics. It's so relevant today more than ever. It's crazy how far down America has become because of propaganda. Russia's dream has happened to Americans.

Do a reaction of 'Holiday' by this band

People have been blaming media from the start of (press) media. So anyway, cool reaction 😎

Despite neither Green Day or The Offspring being in my top 5 all-time bands, they're definitely some of my favorites. As you can see from my profile picture i do prefer The Offspring, but i'll always respect and give credit to Green Day (and could listen to anyday) because of their banger songs and because they also do actually know what they're talking about.

let go

The entire album "American Idiot" was written as a rock opera, as inspired by older bands like The Who. It was a bit of a departure from their more traditionally punk sound. The album is meant to be listened to from start to finish to get the full impact and meaning but each song can certainly stand alone. Billie Joe (the lead singer) is an amazing lyricist. This album was made into a Broadway musical and did very well. PS Your reaction to this and the Bo Burnham videos has just earned you a new subscriber.

@jameslinham2733

2 жыл бұрын

It became a stage show. Billie Joe Armstrong played “St . Jimmie” occasionally throughout the run on Broadway (and elsewhere).

You have to react to “Jesus of suburbia” from the same album

You should totally listen to Weird Al's parodies

Everybody hearing this in 2020: OH S### THIS IS REAL!!

Can you please do a reaction video on Black keys- Lonely boy?

Aug 31st 2004

🤯 Me when you said this is your first time hearing a Green Day song. They actually made a musical that went to Broadway based on this album. If you like songs with some powerful messages you should check out some System of a Down or Rage against the Machine. However, if you'd like to check out an artist with some soul you should check out Paolo Nutini. 😉😁

@SuffiReax

3 жыл бұрын

Did they really? That is so interesting. I'd imagine that doesn't happen often. Thanks for the suggestions!

Listen to War Pigs by Black Sabbath. Talk about predictive words

I have a band suggestion for you that I will be shocked if nobody else has already done so. Check out Skillet Christian metal band and start with the song "Hero." I think you're going to love it

Punk with brains

The entire album after American Idiot, 21st Century Breakdown, is literally all about the invasive and controlling nature of mass media and religious influence. It came out just a few years after American Idiot, but may actually be even *more* relevant today.

Please do more Green Day 🤩.. do good riddance...!!!!!!

4:50 did you just listen to lyric? haha

I HIGHLY recommend "East Jesus Nowhere" by Green Day. It's about the hypocrisy of religion and how it's about control. Kinda like how American Idiot is more relevant today than it was back in the Bush Era, whereas religion is starting to control us by the fanatics. It's from the 21st Century Breakdown album. It's amazing.

Please, Listen to Basket Case by Green Day.

dont no what drugs the band took or what protein they snorted but they crazy lol i like the song

I am also Christian from Philippines And a huge greenday fan before I accept Jesus as lord and saviour

The most important thing you can give to your children is the power of free thought.... this is the problem I have with religion thousands of years of brainwashing.

@annejarvis9211

3 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more.

Still love them. Nobody like them.

Some Green Day songs: Good Riddance (Time of Your Life) Boulevard of Broken Dreams Wake Me Up When September Ends

React to, or for your own sake, go listen to more Green Day!! I love Holiday and Boulevard of Broken Dreams.

Great reaction, one of my favorite bands and one of my favorite songs. Green Day doesn't mind putting their political views out there for the world to see. And for me, that will always make their music relevant. This song came out in the George W. Bush era, and the message can very easily be applied to today's administration, and the media. This video obviously applies: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z2x8lpJvmqS6dKg.html

Love some Green Day. But if you want a virtuoso three piece band, check out Rush. YYZ - Live in Rio will blow you away.

Oh dear. He's not bad is he?

React to, or for your own sake, go listen to more Green Day!! I love Boulevard of Broken Dreams.

Are you familiar with Flyleaf? They're a rock band, but they have a strong Christian flavor to a lot of their stuff, and Lacey Sturm has an incredible voice! Religion comes through in a lot of their lyrics in a way similar to TOP's, but never really felt preachy to me. Along with their other wonderful music, they have a cover of Smashing Pumpkins' "Tonight, Tonight" that is excellent. As far as Green Day, Jesus of Suburbia (same album) is awesome, but LONG (the short version on KZread is 9 minutes). A lot of their earlier stuff was more standard "rebellious teenager", but American Idiot and after are REALLY political. I appreciate it, as I was raised on a diet of 70's protest music. but I know it's not for everyone!

@SuffiReax

3 жыл бұрын

I do know of Flyleaf, they sing "All around me" right? I think that was their big hit. I didn't listen to much else by them. Dang! The short version is 9 minutes! That is crazy haha

@christineg8151

3 жыл бұрын

@@SuffiReax Yup, that's Flyleaf! I like a lot of their songs, but I think "Chasm"is one of my favorites

Why do so people pick up on and mention "Aryan Nation?" I just noticed the listed lyrics say "alien nation" - but I am not so sure that was really the lyrics.

Bop

Check out Jesus of suburbia

"American Idiot" criticizes US actions after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 and refers to questions about paranoia, propaganda and the media. According to the band itself. Greetings from Norway. 😀

Uncensored version is better!

@SuffiReax

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I was surprised this was censored

@sonjackorovska9383

7 ай бұрын

much better

Oh heck yeah I love this song and album!!! You are sooo right when this song came out I remember we had unrest with Bush and the gas price gouging that was happening. Since the Bush family were oil tycoons from Texas was why a lot of people blamed Bush. Geez now that I look back we had it good compared to what is happening now!!!

@SuffiReax

3 жыл бұрын

Right? I was young then but I still remember hearing my parents talk about it and seems like any one would rather take those issues over what we have today

@emalba7020

3 жыл бұрын

@@SuffiReax absolutely, those issues back then seem so trivial compared to what we're dealing with now!

@kurteisner67

2 жыл бұрын

@@emalba7020 Yeah, for you maybe. Those who had their relatives killed in a illegal invasion and war of aggression based on lies in Iraq may have had a different view on that. Also, lest us forget that it was the authoritarianism of Dubya manifesting in the PATRIOT Act and such that laid the ground work for where the U.S. stands today. Just because Bush seemed like a confused, but loveable grandfather with his adorable Bushisms, doesn't mean he was much better than the Donald. The entire "compassionate conservatism" thing was a lie. In a certain sense, America has come home to America. I remember a friend of mine (who himself had relatives lost in the aftermath of American imperialism in Chile) remarking upon Trump's election that now America had elected it's first anti-American president, and as always in America in such cases America will coup against the country that does such a thing. In other words, the "system America" reached its inevitable apex. A truly prophetic statement. But not as much as Green Day, which like the Dixie Chicks and other very few early dissenters saw the impending doom years ahead. No surprise people on the right tried to cancel them. Ah - the kind of cancel culture the politicsl right isn't as eager to talk about - hear, hear. I

Green Day are at best pop punk/glam punk. Real punk died before Green Day emerged however, punk spawned bands such as this group. I stayed until the end .... Free t-shirt? No. ok.

Yikes! Being prevented from listening to good music is child abuse… 😬