There’s never a bad time for your kid to come say goodnight to you. Shows he loves you.

I think Kanami and Miku kind of share a part of their music brains. Miku says she listens to the music and then writes what it makes her feel. I'm sure there's more to it than that, has to be at least some collaboration, but their ability to match music and lyrics is really just ... something else. Saiki's ability to interpret and convey the emotion just hits you right in the feels. Miku was right, these 5 finding each other was a miracle.

Many people fall in love with BANDMAID..... BANDMAID is in love with music in totality.

Those harmonies from Kanami. Just... damn. 🥰

Saiki was close to tears during the acoustic. This song grabs your heart; just the sound, even without the words the emotion comes through.

Anemone is basically the perfect song, and easily one of the best I've heard in my life. The fact that Kanami can then turn around and arrange it as an intimate acoustic piece, with Saiki nailing the lead vocals, is nothing short of amazing.

Kanami is one in a million. She's something else, and it's not about technique - I've never heard someone surprising me so often with unexpected guitar parts, harmonies, arrangements and of course compositions. There's so many great musicians but original ones are much rarer - and she's the very definition of originality.

Kanami is my guitar Hero! And such a brilliant composer! There are a lot of players that are technically better than her. But what she has is feel and emotion. She compliments the song. Makes it better. In Nashville we call leads like her's Tasty! Band Maid Forever! I'm a songwriter and I was always caught up on lyrics. Yeah they are important. But the Maids in general and Kanami in particular have taught me so much about how music compliments lyrics. I don't have to understand any lyrics to get what their songs are about! Watched this twice! Thanks Ryan! 😊😎✌🤘🤘🤘🤘

Anemone is probably my favorite Band-Maid song! The lyrics is very deep! The acoustic live is fabulous! Great tune!

Yes.. yes.. Kanami solo's... Deep, so beautiful

You said it all Ryan, nothing more need to be said. Band Maid is the most phenomenal Band I've Heard in many years.

There's always someone cutting up onions in my house when this song plays.

This is the testament of how far and how wide Band Maid can reach. That bittersweet solo of the rock version, that broken voice of Saiki in the acoustic version, the lyrics, in short, all the feeling that these girls can display ... amazing. This band is a sharpshooter. As soon as they have your soul in their sight, they do not hesitate to hit you. Kanami, guitar hero ... she is a true muse, goddess of music. At least it seems to me. Great job Ryan. I'm really enjoying a lot walking with you throughout your journey listening to Band Maid.

I have cried with you in sympathy. Kanami is a superstar, I totally agree with you. BAND-MAID forever♥

Kudos to Miku for seeing the talent in Kanami and reaching out to her to help start the band. Miku describes it as a miracle. Kanami -- not into fashion and appearance, "clueless" -- was often overlooked at auditions, I believe. People didn't look past the surface. Miku did brilliantly talent scouting Kanami. And Kanami pulled in Akane, who pulled in Misa. Miku got three outstanding musicians and one outstanding composer when she found Kanami. No wonder Miku calls it a miracle. Her dream band, still playing many years alter. Pigeon did well. Lots of people start bands. Miku started a _marvelous_ band.

Anemone became my new old favourite song!

The acustic version is so beautiful. When you mention how the lyrics match perfectly with the song it's something that always blows me away how it works so well, Kanami writes whatever the f she wants and then Kobato finds the right words to make the song complete. P.S. Nice t-shirt.

The moment I heard the solo on thrill all those years ago I knew right then I was certainly going to love this band, 6 years later I'm stunned at how emotionally invested I am with regards to Band Maid, I feel a kinship with other musician's who can appreciate who and what this group of artists, pioneers, musician's, influencers are all about, thank you Ryan.

When the screen text popped up saying "it's like falling in love, over and over again" .. I was thinking the same thing. Absolutely beautiful and amazing song.

Great Reaction & Review! This band needs to be illuminated. I like to imagine Kanami walking in public totally anonymous, while some street reporter randomly interviews someone pointing at her and stating: "Would you believe if I told you there goes one of the greatest living guitarist in the world" I guarantee no one would believe it and that is a real shame. In fact, it should be criminal that Kanami and the rest of the Maidens are as obscure as they are. What really is criminal Band-Maid has less than half a million subscribers to their channel. Meanwhile, some kids have millions of subscribers watching them play video games. That is a real shame.

When Saiki belts out "aishi teru!" ("I love you!") toward the end, i get full body goose bumps.

Like your show. BAND-MAID FOREVER!!

I liked seeing how you gradually developed love for Kanami after many reactions. For many instrumentalists it’s typical to see one got hooked on Misa and Akane after the first listen cuz they are just great. But for Kanami, it takes a bit time and when you realize how great she is, it will be exactly like your expression right there!!

Hey Ryan. She's My guitar hero too absolutely

Thank you Ryan👍

This song always bring a little tear to my eye. Kanami's solos bring so much emotion to the song it's crazy.

imagine being in that crowd puzzle into anemone you could hear a pin drop. and such respect from the crowd not holding cell phones in the air videoing this. just being in that intimate moment.

I always piss off when I drive through road cameras with 40 km speed limit. The road goes nowhere, nobody cross it, yet they put f… cameras. But when I put Anemone, I became suddenly peaceful and calm, and I enjoy driving slowly, even at 20. That’s the power of this song.

美しい曲。 そして貴方の音楽への美しい想い、、、感動しました。 いつも観てます。🤗

Saiki sounds so good here

As I as watching this video a thought came to me that was, how does listening to Band-Maid make me feel. There are a ton of emotions but Anemone in particular makes me feel like I am hearing rock music for the 1st time in my life. The music that Kanami and the band put together is unlike anything else. Truly a unique, special, talented and amazing band!

Mincho made a comment how she would like to write music that people 100 years from now will enjoy.... imho she has accomplished that, Kanami and Band-Maid are a gift to the music world. Hush.....Angels are speaking .

The depth that this band has is staggering, wait till you hear MISA sing, not sure if I have ever heard Akane sing but certainly wouldn’t surprise me 😎 they continue to give you MORE in every department .

This is the only song we play live , my duet partner and i. We even have a video of it on KZfaq :) I love this song. the acoustic version of it just reaches my innards.

What a beautiful song. Such a treat to hear Kanami's beautiful voice. BAND MAID is phenomenal. Is there anything they can't do???

Goosebump heaven from Band Maid,time,after time.

this song is a perfect moment of ZEN...

Don't worry Ryan, i believe you when you say you've only listened to the intro of "Anemone", i really don't.😏 What i do care about is your love of the Maids & you bringing their awesome music to new listeners every day with your excellent channel.👍

@0:02~ I knew you were a psychic, because it's miraculous that you chose a female band living in the Far East from among the many stars! Gosh.. I'm literally crying :"(

There used to be a mv to this song.

Akane's drumming in the original version is brilliant. Her combinations at the right moment accentuate the sing so much! The acoustic version is beyond magical. If it doesn't give you goosebumps, then nothing ever will. Kanami's vocals are spot on. They support and highlight Saiki's vocals. They need to do more of these types of songs on future albums.

These girls bring me to years, they are so sweet, humble and immensely talented. They have a natural synergy that few bands have ever had. Always cheers me up and restores faith in humanity when I listen to them. Love the maids!

Saiki is a wonderful singer and really does justice to this lovely song but Kanami's ability as a composer and guitarist is beyond words. Not technically perfect they say - really? - but she plays with and from her heart. She can encompass emotion in her playing like no other I have heard. And coming from such a gentle, sweet soul it is pure perfection.

Watching princess tono and SiKi there's a modern art masterpiece

"I don't know if I can take it man!" Be strong, brother. We support you.

Kanami haunting solo reminds me of John Sykes of Whitesnake and Blue Murder....

I love this song so much. The music is amazing, the lyrics are heart wrenching. I have a very painful brain tumor and I start every morning with a couple of hours of Band Maid and a lot of it is my favorite reactors like you. Their musical energy is so energizing and pain relieving. I just love these girls so damn much and I love your reactions

i love your reaction. please next one is AWKWARD from BAND MAID!!

Anemone is a masterpiece. And a masterpiece that is rarely played live. Kanami's solos in this song screams so much of emotion. Not that technical but the soulfulness can felt dominantly and abundant.

Anemone is a perfect song.

Thank you 🙏

We have just witnessed that Kanami is able to melt Mr Ryan « holy shit » Mear’s mind and bring him to tears.

Gotta add here that while Miku and Saiki have such similar voices which make their harmonies some of the best. Kanami's voice is so soft and feminine I contrasts perfectly to Saiki's more powerful voice. It sends a chill through me every time I hear this version.

This was my first time hearing the acoustic version, and I'm not afraid to say , I think someone was cutting onions in my vicinity. Been a VERY long time since I have been so moved by a song. And Ryan, as always, you so eloquently said what I was feeling.......Thank You... And always....Thank You to the Ladies...

Pretty Powerful Stuff!

This left me feeling the same way. It was simple and pure but totally entrancing. I love BAND-MAID like no other. They're the perfect band, IMHO

The electric version is awesome...Kanami's neck pickup tone on the solo.......The acoustic version is just heart crushing....Saiki puts so much emotion into her delivery, and Kanami's backups are so sweet and pure....what can I say?

Ryan, I discovered these amazing musical wizards just a few months ago, and I agree with you, they put more music in one song than most other artists have in three. And don't feel bad about the tears, they do that to me too. I hope they handle success well, I don't ever want to lose them.

Ah... I see the Band-Maid merch now. Sense posters and the Isana Kagami poster. Nice! Did you find all the member easter eggs in the Sense posters? Did you order the vinyls? Mine just showed up yesterday. Now you HAVE to do the Band-Maiko cover as well. :) This is a beautiful ballad from the ladies and Saiki and Kanami both sound glorious in this song. A very bittersweet song, imo... but those are the kinds of ballads that I typically gravitate towards.

The Kanami solo reminds me more of November Rain. Beautiful

One beautiful song,...two totally awesome but different versions 🥰!!! Now add Band-Maiko's version "ansan"........just an incredible band!!!👍👍🤘🤘🤘

The Zepp Tokyo Performance from the World Domination Tour in 2018. The concert's runtime is just over 2 hours and The acoustic versions of Puzzle and Anemone are tracks 12 and 13. It is an incredible concert. I can't imagine how amazing it would have been to be there. This concert also has the versions of Onset and Real Existence that we all love. And a version of Play that is a lot of people's favorites (although I prefer the LINE Cube version).

Can't wait!👍

Caught up with this late, but thanks for continuing with BAnd Maid. I agree, Kanami is a genius, and we would never have known if not for the magic connection she has with Miku and the rest. She is also the most humble and modest superstar you will ever meet.

I think they are the best band going. The acoustic Xmas 2021 show, will make you speechless.

The acoustic version is one of those that reaches right into your soul.

Great reaction as always!! Nice family moment there ❤️ and fits the song so well!

I could fall into a deep pool of *BAND-MAID* songs 😊

I used to rate "Anemone" as the best ballad of theirs. For now, it's only second to "About Us". The melodies and transitions of "Anemone" feel like watching the glittering stars until the sun rises. It's so atmospheric and emotional. As for the passionate solo ... is Kanami playing her love song to Saiki? ❤️❤️❤️ And Saiki's outro often brings me to tears … 😭

Anemone 💛 leaving Ryan speechless. lol

In addition, the lyrics of this song by Miku Kobato, choices of words and phrasing as Japanese , would be one of her best IMO

Late posting comment . Mac was misbehaving . Very rare . This piece never fails to reduce me to tears . No matter what I my be doing I just stop and take it all in . Ryan sir you just added to the moment

Ryan! They are getting better and better with love songs and ballads while keeping up with untold intricacy! This is a sure sign, if one hadn't known it yet ,that they are attaining musical adulthood. It is becoming more and more sweetly difficult to imagine what hey will come up with next! Interestingly enough, the pandemic might well have contributed a lot to their progress with more time to work and compose and practice in spite of their unreserved love for live audiences. I absolutely concur with you, Kanami is a phenomenon already surpassing the likes of late Stevie Ray Vaughan who came many a time to Japan, Carlos Santana and even more. Wait until Misa tempts her into some Jimi hendrix's riffs! A heroine, she certainly is, and she will need all our humble support to help up her along soaring even higher in the company o her crew! No need to say I love your comments! LOL Best regards, kampai and all that! Robert-Gilles

Love this song and love the acoustic version with just Kanamincho and Saki even more. Thank you for listening to this song.

My favorite is the line they sing at 16:10 together. Saiki sings it flatter and Kanami sings it with more emotion. Translation is: "Soaked with your kind lies, my heart Would soon destroy everything"

they are without question responsible for the most holy shits out of me and no other band is close at this point. And the 2nd solo in Anemone is top 5 Kanami for me. I really hope they do it full electric some time. I'm sure they'll get around to it. As for the tearing up....they've done it to me many a time. This is an extraordinarily special band. If I am ever in the same room as these women I will probably unapologetically weep like a baby.

Great video great music song. 👍

A-Maid-sing, ahhhh really!!! It is so perfect how they fit together as a band and individually. As we know there are so few groups that members get along and even less that enjoy each other’s company. That translates big time when performing live - by the way - the world is waiting to be Dominated by the ladies playing live.

kanami = angelic voice

I remember the day I made the horrible mistake listening to this song on a tram on my way to work and tears started to well up as kanami's solo kicked in...

SiKi has won me over as a life long fan and admirer of her beautiful vocals.

Anemone is my absolute favorite Band Maid song. Thank you for this, Ryan.

This song is one of my favorites in all versions original, acoustic and Band-maiko (ansan)

You are the only reactor I return to, on occasion, for the same song. Some times you want a friend to hear/share your favorite shite with And yes I still cry when i hear this.

THESE GALS ARE JUST THE BEST.....THANKS RYAN YOU ECHO MY FEELINGS TO THE LETTER.....KANAMI IS A BRILLIANT GUITARIST.....AT 67 YEARS OLD I HAVE HEARD THEM ALL...FROM CLAPTON..RORY GALLAGHER....ETC.....KANAMI....A MASTER....

It's going to be amazing when we have the opportunity to experience them live at a concert. I might die, but it'll be worth it.

I love your speechless appreciation whenever you react to this great band.

I absolutely love the electric version of this song because of Kanami's lead & solos. Like you said, "SRV as hell!" I always got a Ritchie Sambora vibe from it too. I guess it makes sense since they both employed the Strat single coil neck tone in alot of their music. I wonder what Kanami recorded it on... 🤔 She said she used a PRS Silver Sky on a couple of solos on Unseen World, but I don't know if she had one at the time of World Domination.

duuuuuuuuuuudddddddddddddeeeeeeeee the acoustic version...........tears

Almost forgot how good this song is, but that’s just due to not listening to it on a while

Great band I'm trying to promote them as much as I can in the UK ... They deserve it .

When I listening this song I always wanna cry. Kanami, her guitar solo sounds is so emotional all the time. Thank you for react this song.

Ok, Ryan. I first started watching your reactions because of how much you enjoyed this band, and the insight you provide is really fun and creative.. I've also truly enjoyed when your doggie comes in to give you love (I think during Daydreaming), your son popped in to chat (Manners) and now this one. So when your son comes in to hug you goodnight and you don't miss a beat and you give him priority which makes it even more awesome to watch you. My kids are grown, now, and I live far away from home right now, so I enjoy watching those candid moments I also had as a parent. You clearly have great priorities. Reminds me of those times. Thanks. 😊

anyone who appreciates Band Maid gets my Attention! Subscribed!

You're always awesome Ryan!!!! PO!🤘

My favorite thrash metal music genre... But band maid changed everything although they r women...but their music feeling caught my heart... I dont know what happen may be i m maidiac now hahahhahah. I thaught we r same ryan.... Heheheh

This is a beautiful song. They don’t play this song live often…sad.

Sat here for 20 minutes after watching and listening to this, staggered, and all that that's running though my mind is: "I'm lucky to be alive." Thank You Ryan.

Absolute highlight of B-M for me!

I always loved this song! Glimpses of anime soundtrack and Japanese shoegaze vibes too...oh, for someone who lived and been in Japan many times, somehow just floods me with unspeakable emotions. But it's all elation. Thank you Ryan. I mean it's nearly 2 am in the UK but hell, it's Ryan Mear reacts so might as well stick around!