This was the song they put out as a tribute to their drummer the Rev. It was so sad when he died, and this song is such a touching memorial for him. But it does really just touch the heart when thinking of anyone whom you have lost. It helps the grief, I think. Gives it an outlet.

@collinmccormick7627

5 ай бұрын

Also A7X is one of the few bands that have been together since they were kids. The Rev dying was the first time they had to replace a member. So sad, he was a GPAT

@collinmccormick7627

5 ай бұрын

GOAT*

@omegashinra7672

5 ай бұрын

@@collinmccormick7627 Not technically true. Their original bassist was Dameon Ash, until 2002 when he left and Johnny Christ officially joined.

@garyregan7298

5 ай бұрын

Got me through

@super_chash

4 ай бұрын

Wasn't it fiction?

Most people don’t notice but there is no drummer in the studio session with them. Nice touch I think. Basically saying no one will fill his shoes.

8:50 Imagine being the band and writing it about your friend/drummer, and then going out and playing it live night after night. I remember they did their song Fiction (written by The Rev) at a show in 2014 Fairly Shortly after The Rev had died, and Matt had to stop singing and cry, because the "REV!" chants were so loud he couldn't keep it together, it was a beautiful moment one I'll never forget as long as I live.

@ILikeDonuts666

5 ай бұрын

To be fair, it isn't really "shortly after" since Jimmy died in 2009

@Kiertiana

5 ай бұрын

I always thought this song was written about The Rev too, but turns out Syn wrote this song about his grandpa before they lost Rev. But the band as a whole decided to use the song as a tribute to him. I saw them on the Nightmare tour right after they lost him, in 2010. They did this song and their whole show that night was a tribute. They had the big banner with that final photo hanging behind them. It was a great show, but the whole thing had a sad undertone to it. It was my first time seeing them. I wish I had found them sooner.

@djjazzyjeff1232

5 ай бұрын

@@ILikeDonuts666 A little over 4 years, which is about how long ago Covid was, doesn’t that feel fairly recent? I said “fairly” I stand by what I said.

@djjazzyjeff1232

5 ай бұрын

@@Kiertiana I didn’t know about that part, that makes a lot of sense then why it’s got such broad message appeal. These guys really are fantastic songwriters.

@Kiertiana

5 ай бұрын

@djjazzyjeff1232 Yeah, I just recently learned that myself. I was told by someone else on another video. I did some research, and it turns out it seems to be true. Most media outlets still say that he wrote this about The Rev, though.

Its been 15 years since Jimmy died and I STILL cry every time i hear this song.. now as my generation is dying so young we can all relate to the words in this song a little too much.

@dayanaravelasquez8630

Күн бұрын

Me too

This is the strength of Metal. It is generally about getting an emotion out of yourself and sitting in it, rather than letting it fester. It's why a lot of the themes are dark, because they are usually the ones that need to come out. It can be a good way to understand and reframe the feelings. It does mean that you end up with songs that you can only listen to sparingly. I think if you ask most Metalheads/Rockers, they all have that one song up their sleeve that they will only break out once or twice a year when they need a good emotional purge. They will probably also have one or two that they are glad they heard, but will never listen to again. I hope that this was more a release than it was trauma, but thanks for sharing it regardless.

@stevefilley9765

2 ай бұрын

Wow, you hit that square. I have those exact two songs you mention. Without even realizing it. Thanks for the insight. Huh...

RIP Rev! It’s hard not to cry even after hearing this 1,000 times!

'I have so much to say, but you're so far away'. Damn, that hits hard right now. Just earlier today I thought: I should tell mum about that... She passed in 2021 😢 RIP to our loved ones

@heatheral-hammadi3046

5 ай бұрын

You can tell her. Close your eyes and tell her right now.

@jamiecharlton9961

3 ай бұрын

Stay strong mate. She knows, and I bet she's super proud

“Your pain is gone, your hands untied” First verse “never shamed but never free” Jimmy had multiple addictions since a young age so he was never really free but lived unashamed. Now his hands are “untied” meaning free. Thank you for this reaction and for not being ashamed to show your vulnerable side, we all have one.❤

Great one once again Teddy! The song is for their drummer Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan who passed away from an accidental overdose while they were still recording/producing this record(Nightmare). It was sudden and devastating, he was only 28. You should check out Fiction from that record as well. It was the last song The Rev wrote for that record before his death(he turned it in within weeks before actually). That song is like his premonition of his own death. Like he knew he didn't have much time left. Since he was young he always told everyone that he'd die before the age of 30. Eery as fuck but it's a great song. He had recorded it on piano with his vocals the week before his death and their singer M. Shadows just added his vocals after his death to finish it. Turned it into an amazing duet. Haunting but beautiful.

When you say “Fuck you Avenged Sevenfold” we know you mean “Fuck you for hitting me in the feels” and we all know this pain and it’s why we love A7X and many more in the “metal” scene.

Yep. This is another death that hit me SO hard when I heard about it. The Rev was such a legendary drummer. RIP man I can't listen to this without getting teary eyed. Again welcome to the family Teddy. You should check out their song Welcome to the Family on a related note.

I personally struggle with feeling my emotions and its songs like these, as well as many other metal songs, that allow me to understand myself even a little bit deeper

Don't think there an adult walking the earth that won't cry sitting and watching that video

Avenged Sevenfold - Fiction: The Rev sings: "Promise me you'll never feel afraid" After The Rev died, Avenged Sevenfold - So Far Away: M Shadows sings: "Sleep tight I'm not afraid" It's something that brings tears to my eyes every time.

this song meant so much to me when i lost my dad

7:24 man I just wanted to give you a hug. I’ve been binging your videos because I love seeing you react for the first time to my childhood and still favorite songs, but my heart sank a little when I saw this video title. If you’ve experienced loss, you know this song will hurt in ways you didn’t expect it to. I sang my heart out to this song in two concerts: one several years ago, and one this past year. The first one I was just blissfully singing along to a rare acoustic song by A7X. The second was after my aunt lost her battle with cancer, and I was sobbing my way through each word. I was crying at the first guitar strum. But idk it reminds me how much I miss her and still love her, and how there’s still so much to say but she’s so far away. Sending hugs and tissues ❤

The song is very heartbreaking particularly if you've ever lost somebody very very close to you too soon. But I don't get depressed listening to it It actually gives me a good hopeful feeling

This song and ‘Buried alive’ have such an emotional attachment for me. My dad went through stage 4 throat cancer when I was about 11 years old. He survived, barely. This song came out around that time and he absolutely loved this album from start to finish (buried alive being his favorite song of all time). I’d like to think this song and buried alive helped save him and I’m so thankful to still have him in my life after almost losing him. I have lost so many people recently and this song helps me to get through it. Hearing it live brings me to tears every time. (RIP The Rev 🤘🏻)

My previous comment was me in my feels but your autism comment caught me off guard. My son is autistic and music is literally how I wake him up in the morning. If it’s a song he’s not into, he’ll keep sleeping. But boy, he jumps right up when it’s a song he wants to jam to. I love your reactions, looking forward to more!

Clicked on this knowing I’d be bawling by the end of it 😅

Played this song at my Dad's memorial service when he passed almost 13 years ago now. I saw A7X about 2 months before his passing and they performed this live. Beautiful! But still so hard for me to listen to. 😢

I saw them live in Oct 2023 and the first chord...... FIRST CHORD.... broke me. Made me think of my dad. I cried during the entire song.

my grandma passed a week and a half ago, this song has helped me so much with everything since then

@KimberlyMichelle3

4 ай бұрын

Hugs to you. Very sorry to hear and hope you are healing. It's definitely hard

Tonight at 10:30 is exactly 1 year from when we lost our daughter. I know exactly this sentiment!

@Iamthesun314

5 ай бұрын

I’m sorry for your loss man. Yesterday was the two month mark of my mom’s passing, so this song messes me up every time I listen to it

@EduardoMora69

5 ай бұрын

I am so sorry for your loss friend

@Renee_009

5 ай бұрын

I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my son 5 months ago. He was 35. I'm sure you'd agree that there is no greater pain.

@The_Reaper_of_Night

4 ай бұрын

Sorry for your loss dude

@The_Reaper_of_Night

4 ай бұрын

To everyone in the comments if being honest to everyone who this song reminds you of

This hits every time!! I've cried so many tears to this song remembering loved ones I've lost!! As always Teddy an amazing reaction and thankyou for trusting us with being vulnerable! Stay strong and keep ya chin up ❤

Dusturbed - Hold on to memories....but save that for when you're in a place to feel the feels. A tearjerker for sure, but beautiful.

Your hands untied. You're no longer chained to this earth. You're free

Rip the rev, and I loved this reaction, and I love that you hate getting emotional but you still ended up getting emotional

Never sobbed so much at concerts EVERY TIME they played this 😭

Just in case you referring to the lyric as "hands are tied" i want you to know that the actual lyric is "no pain hands untied" as in the Rev is free now

Your channel is my first ever sub...and as an oldie, that's saying a lot. I feel such gratitude for you and your genuine reactions and love of music. As a fan of all kinds of different metal, it's incredible to see someone on a very real journey through the genres. Please continue to keep an open mind. I have so many recommendations I loved to give, both metal and other, but I just discovered your channel and will continue to watch your journey and am happy to just join you on it.

this song hits for me because the rev is my biggest inspiration on drums. the man was a true legend

My band used to cover this all the time, such a tearjerker

This song will bring tears to everyone’s face. Even if you’ve never heard it before.

This song rips my heart out every time I hear it with all the family and friends I have lost as well as Military brothers and sisters this song hits way too close to home and too deep

It's not depressing. It's sad, but acknowledging our losses and the love we have for those gone honors them. It's a tribute to the mark they left on us.

@TeddyGreyOS

5 ай бұрын

you have to understand that’s entirely subjective though… for me personally, this song was depressing as it brought forward memories of people I can no longer just pick up the phone and call anymore. It’s purpose may be to tribute, but they’re not in control of the mark their music leaves on others. As beautiful as the song is, it’s still depressing.

@laurabuer4714

5 ай бұрын

@TeddyGreyOS That's fair. I'm sorry for trying to tell you what it means to you. I'm also sorry for your losses.

@Zayamad

5 ай бұрын

My mother showed me a video of an Alzheimer lady remembering her daughter, but to me, it was depressing watching them have to fight to remind her of her own daughter and husband. My mother thinks it's happy because she remembers at the end of the video. It just makes me ruminate on the human condition and how fragile we really are.

8:20 There's a Volbeat song with a line, "The memories are all we have, so keep them safe and sound." I swear although Rap gets credit for excellent lyricism and word play, rock and metal does it as well as anyone. Edit: Last Day Under the Sun, incase anyone wondered.

Hugs coming at you from Texas! Grief is messy; don't try to rush yourself through it. Thank you for this genuine reaction.

RIP Jimmy 😢

The best videos I’ve seen you do are the emotional ones. 😭

This song hit me so hard that I have tattooed on my arm that last picture of them huging. I enjoyed very much this reaction of yours, thanks

I can vibe to this song, but also it definitely will bring out your feelings for sure. lost my dad over 12 yrs ago and every time I here this song I think about it

Deathbats-avenge up and lets get him to react to Avenged Sevenfold's Cosmic 🦇🦇🦇🦇 RIP Rev foREVer

Always brought to tears when i listen to this song. RIP foREVer

Thank you very much for reacting to this song! This is a tribute to their drummer The Rev. If you can, please do Hail To The King by them next. Very powerful song.

This song still makes me tear up. RIP St. James

It's like a sad happy feeling like I'm sad they are gone but I'm grateful for the memories.

Dude! Your journey into metal so far in the past month or so has managed to stretch across 30 yrs or so of memory lane for me! It is so f*ckin' weird to realize that some of the stuff that is so new to you is so old now. 🤣🤣🤣 It's epic that you gave it a chance and really enjoy it! I knew we got you really hooked with Bad Omens. 🤘😝

When they came live recently not only is it for The Rev its for anyone who lost someone and holds them close. Its for anyone that lost and needed to know yo can move on yet keep them close. Music can make you feel and they want you to remember their hurt as well as your own. Its rough but you cary on in their memory and grow with them by your side even if they arent here anymore.

Keep strong bud! We are here for you!

They did a live acoustic version of this song and tbh I like it even more than the original

Not gonna lie, "Teddy Grey on Depression" kinda sunk me a little... Hugs bro. Mad respect for keeping it real.

If only you listened to the band for yeaaaars and then see a news about the drummer dying... after that listened to this song...

In your review the one where you played nightmare , the opening of the video shows matts hand with a death bat on it . Its the rev's . And the drums in the scenes of the night mare and athe end , was jimmys drum set 😢

I'm in a bunch of the live show clips at the end there, some of them are from Download Festival in 2006 in Donnington Park, on the old Racetrack setup. I went to see them at that festival when I was 15, met them at a meet and greet as an obsessed teenager. These guys were legit my first musical obsession, even got their logo tattooed in 2008. My heart broke when I heard The Rev had died.

I have lost 6 family members in the past year. This song always resonates with me these days but it doesnt make me sad anymore i understand what they are saying in the song they miss their friend and brother but want them to know that they are carrying him with them still and that they will be okay just takes time

It is without a doubt. The greatest tribute song to a specific loved one, that has ever been written in history.

i never really used to give this song much thought, but i always liked it and knew it was emotional. i havent listened to this song in years. before close friends of mine passed away. i went to sing along like i used to, but instead i started crying

@Twinspinner

5 ай бұрын

It's amazing what music does to us. So much has happened in the last year for me, and so many songs that I liked, but didn't have any previous personal connection to me, would come across my radio on shuffle. And man, hearing lyrics that you've heard a thousand times, that suddenly mean something so much different than the last time you heard them, it just hits you.

Take the underlining message(s) away, I have always said “heavy bands make the best soft songs”. This is one of em. Easy top 10 in my eyes of best soft by heavy

The song for rev the drummer such an emotional song to watch but also such an amazing tribute

i love this song so much man literally everyone on this planet can relate to it

This song cuts me to the bone. I miss my childhood friends that moved away, grew up and found lives of their own, before they became adult jerks and you discovered you were better off without them

I have the lyrics "A perfect chapter laid to rest" tattooed on me for my dad that I lost. This band and this song means so much to me> Thank You

This song... it still gives me chills few seconds after starting it. I'm sure now you know we it's a song that we love. Their dear friend and drummer died of a overdose if I remember right. It's a tribute to him. I absolutely love this song and the emotion in it.

Love the song, RIP Rev. This song 8s on my list to be played at my funeral

Lol you, your brotheren and stephan hawkin. Dude you're cool as shit bro. Love that you listened to this song. My brother in law committed suicide and this song we used to listen to often. This songs means more to me than most songs. He was my brother. Best friend and coworker. It's been so hard to not have him in my life and I have felt incomplete since then.

You should definitely do a reaction to the stage (either the song or some songs from the album). It’s got a pretty deep meaning while also being amazingly technical and just an overall sweet vibe.

Hang tight brother. The ones that we love will be seen again, and that will be a beautiful day!❤

Rip the rev

I hope you see this man. I’ve only just started watching your channel but I myself struggle with severe panic in terms of mortality. I’ve had my best friend and many family members die fairly recently. What friends haven’t died, I’ve become distanced from due to my move across the country. There is an epidemic of loneliness and mortal panic amongst young men in this generation and you are not alone. It may be mostly white young men in your country but in the US it is far wider-reaching. People are becoming disenfranchised, aware of how little they matter in the scheme of things. I don’t know how to fix it but I do know that constant access to social media isn’t helping anyone.

I allways liked this song, but even more after my brother died last fall. Great lyrics!

@user-vt7ul9nu5h

4 ай бұрын

may he rest in peace stay strong:)!!

It is a powerful song, originally about Syn's grandfather and then reworked on the passing of the Rev. There is another part, The song 'St. James'. I believe they refer to it as 'the light to So Far Aways' dark'. You should check it out, It's a great upbeat song.

14:55 as a therapist, ima start doing this little dance and song to my patients. "... unresolved issueeees..." Like shit, it's the NHS, what are they gonna do, fire me?

You should check out Planets then Acid Rain by avenged sevenfold super underrated songs but they tell a two part story.

Try to get to know A7X further, I guarantee you won't regret it after listening to it. A7X Has Hidden Golden Songs That Maybe Not Everyone Knows Except His Fans. I Recommend Hidden A7X Gold Songs : A7X - Darkness Surrounding A7X - Clairvoyant Disease A7X - Sidewinder ( About Snake ) A7X - Brompton Cocktail A7X - Dancing Dead A7X - Natural Born Killer A7X - Heretics A7X - Simulation A7X - CarryOn A7X - Beautiful Morning ( Latest ) The songs on each A7X album please react.

Dealth bats is the name of the fans.

@chrisbooth478

2 ай бұрын

🦇💀🦇 foREVer 🦇💀🦇

Avenged Sevenfold fans have the right to call themselves Avengers XD (me included hahah love this band) This song changed me forever, I started exploring the metal subgenres more and more after listening to it. And it's what got me into A7X to begin with... Love your reactions man and how some bands just leave you baffled both lyrically and musically. It's amazing to see someone discover the vastness of the metal subgenres.

I believe in you and your fam does and thatw a sign like idk how but it might be

man I still can't believe you don't realize this song was for the REV, actually you can start to realized that at least from the real footage came out, but anyway good review, do more Avenged Sevenfold!!! I am beggin!!

The Avenged Sevenfold "official" fan club is called "The Deathbats Club." So i guess the fans would be called "Deathbats?" The deathbat is their logo for a lil context of the name.

Thinking about death? Dreaming sorry hey bud iys a dream yea?! Yea? You got this brother. So sorry.

I ALWAYS cry on this song.

I know hearing it for the first time is heart-wrenching. As others said below, it was a tribute to their drummer whom they lost (he was shown in all of the scenes after the "break"). As I listened to this this more and more, I found it to be a gorgeous tribute to him and a wonderful remembrance of all of the great times they had together. Beautiful reaction, Teddy. I know it hit hard. Take a breath and center yourself. Much love and respect... Now react to their track Hail to the King for a nice spectrum of their dynamics.

why are you happy that you didn't experience pain? pain is an integral part of life. without it, we cannot experience true joy. our existence means nothing without pain.

rev,m shadows,synyster gates,zacky vengence, johny chirst love you guys listening every day 15.02-2024

I won’t see you tonight part 1. Saved my life. foREVer

i feel u man

You need to check out Fiction by Avenged Sevenfold. The Rev had been working on it for a long time but gave them the song right before he passed. He wrote the song as his goodbye letter. It’s another tough one to get through.

His death was a ironic and a cruel trick. This is a christian band and "The Rev" was called such because he was the deepest most philosophical. They relied on him and he ended up opting out. It was a shock.

Long live the " the REV " 😢

Mate, i spent 16,17,18,19 and 20 being afraid of death. It wasnt until i joined the army that i truly lost it.

❤❤❤

I found you by accident one day at work, and you have quickly became my favorite reactor. Your emotion is unrivaled and you keep it real. Much love brother. Keep up the strength and keep making brilliant content.

The rev😢

RIP REV🙏🙏✌️🤘😔

I HIGHLY recommend "After Life" and "Hail To The King" by Avenged Sevenfold! Another touching song but not nearly as sad would be "Dear God" by Avenged Sevenfold!

Hai, I don't know if I request you to reaction here but, first of all I love your reaction man, been watching all your metal journey from start till here.I have suggested song from AX7- a little piece of heaven. Very good song, have story behide it, you can react from mv but better on live version lcb, I remembered have subtitles on it. Fun fact my late best friend introduced it. So thank you love from Malaysia

I want you too to listen to their original tribute call fiction by Avenged sevenfold

Such a incredible, genuine reaction.... and reactor. Brilliant work Teddy

Another great raw and real reaction one of the best reaction channels here. Thank again Teddy for keeping it real.