To me, " tonight we all die young " means that with the death of Rev, they all died a little bit. A big part of them, a big part of their life died and changed, and will never be same. But they will move on, and they will come to terms with what happened. The last part of the song is very powerful and sad, with a little bit of piano behind, similar to an eulogy. They love him, but life must go on, so in many ways to me, this song is about death, and life, but also hope. And yes, i can listen to this song in every part of my day, all day long, from morning till falling asleep, because this song is about a beautiful friendship, about how we must cherish a good friend, and about hope.

Who complains about guitar solos and epic intros?

I listen to Avenged Sevenfold all the time, and don't necessarily relate to all of the lyrics, but enjoy the sound and the passion conveyed. The Synyster Gates solos are the best part Pastor!

I'm sure Syn appreciates the love that Pastor Andy has for his guitar solos.

As someone who was raised Catholic but is now an atheist, it's very interesting to hear Pastor Andy's perspective. Even if I'll probably never share his beliefs again. Don't hold back on expressing your views. Go deep. It makes these videos so much more interesting.

I think if you WATCHED the video to "So Far Away" you would understand more their love for their former drummer and maybe clear up a lot of these lyrics. Was it a suicide? Was it an overdose? I don't know if I ever call it either of those. It was just an inevitability. He had an enlarged heart and always expected to die before he was 30. I think he was in a lot of pain and he could not fight it anymore, whether physically or mentally. When he handed in the song Fiction he knew he was going to die. He titled the song "Death" when he handed it in to the band 3 days before he died.

I hope victim is next. That song is so deep. Thank you for doing a song I requested

I don't understand how you don't appreciate the music more. The guitar and the drums are the best part! It's honestly astounding at how talented they are musically and i wish you were musically inclined enough to see that. But hey, we can't all appreciate it I guess

Do fiction next it’s the revs last song

I believe The Revs death was from an accidental overdose of prescription drugs and alcohol, but he was diagnosed with an enlarged heart which people believe played a significant part too. Himself and the rest of the band knew he would die young, but to die at 28 is such a loss and shame. I never got to see The Rev perform live, he was so talented 💔

My son at 11 right after the passing of his Father & was 6 when his Brother passed said “they’re not gone Mama. You just can’t see them”. The love & eyes of a child!

Sadness and desperation are all part of being human, so I relate a lot to these songs because of their deep humanity. We don't have to be happy all the time and only appreciate the good. Recognizing and facing our darkest parts is not only healthy, but beautiful in a way.

The way I take the ending ("tonight we all die young") is from the perspective that both the fans and the band members are pained over the Rev's death; in collectively singing 'tonight we all die young' I believe that it is a way for all to grieve together - die with the Rev through the song so to speak.

Patience is a virtue.enjoy the beautiful intro and the instrumentals.alot of soul and expressions can be felt through the guitar solos as they dont sing so they express through there instrument.

Hopefully I dont reflect that on my own life. I love metal music and this band, and I am a Christan. Some people say that I am listening to satanic music. But in general Im not that much into lyrics Im more into guitar and melody

This song has a big impact on me. It was in the night time that I had gotten news of my closest family member's passing and I was actually listening to this song. I was so torn down inside by it. And looking back now I realize that I did die young that night. And I appreciate this band so much for helping me through many struggles I dealt with. This and the band staind. But this song hearing it again since 2015 has really struck a chord and made me realize the impact and how much I've changed as a person because of that tragedy.

Great reaction! I noticed on the audio that I didn't hear some of the harmonies like on the intro, idk what happened there but as a guitar player myself the way they harmonize riffs and the solos are one of the main reasons I enjoy their music! It stands apart from other bands that just do the whole verse, chorus, verse chorus ...maybe a short solo "if your lucky" and then chorus. As a musician myself I like the fact that these guys take time to make their music stand out. They compose complex enough to make the music interesting and they have alot of classical influence which I adore in metal! Just my opinion but metal bands these days just don't touch the greats like Metallica, megadeth and dream Theater. Of course I'm biased because I grew up on these bands and I feel mastalgia that connects me back to my youth. I get bored as a composer of music myself with pop music in general. For me I just enjoy this band because even though they are popular they still impact people kind of like a Beethoven piece does and that to me is awesome because the intelligence and depth it takes to write like that is rare these days. To each their own but I love it. I don't like all of their lyrics because I'm not into anything that references evil as good or anything that disrespects my chosen beliefs or God himself but the music is always on point! This song has great lyrics because they are questioning things and expressing themselves to obtain knowledge and the depth of their sorrow for their best friend and drummer is expressed very well in this song. Like I said, to each their own, I'm not here to judge anyone that's God's job I just have my preference when it comes to lyrics but the dream metaphor has been a consistent theory of mine throughout my life. I often feel like I'm in a dream. Sometimes my dreams make more sense than my life when I'm awake!!! lol. Anyway, great reaction and thank you for acknowledging this type of music unlike some self righteous people that think their crap doesn't stink as they judge everyone and everything around them! Decernment is one thing, I believe it's important for a believer to test the spirits as you said but sometimes we have to get in the world a little bit to get to the people that Jesus would search for. He didn't come for the saved, he came for the lost, even to the degree of casting out demons at times. Jesus died for those that didn't think they where worthy of his love and those that where mislead by false profits and liers that told them they where unforgivable! He came into this vile world to shine a light of hope onto the hopeless, salvation for the lost and love for the hated and unloved. For me personally I think this music is for thinkers and deep explorer's, those searching for understanding and answers to elevate their minds and hearts to a place of atonement and peace. I'm glad to see a pastor sincerely giving his opinion and expressing his thoughts while sticking to the foundation of a believers faith at the same time. Not compromising your stance on what you believe but also being open to others opinions and actually helping people that are searching in this life for answers. When I share my beliefs I try to put myself in others shoes knowing that I once was lost, depressed, angry, mistreated, underestimated and searching for a consistent contentment and a foundation solid enough to rely on while I was breaking underneath the weight of all those things. I found what I was looking for in Christ and I'm here today because of my faith and God's unconditional love and mercy. I literally would not be here without him. I have seen miracles in my life and I am one of them. The fact that I'm alive and have been long enough to be given this gift of life beyond my destructive past is a miracle in itself! My son is a gift from God that solidifies all the proof I need of an intelligent designer. I have many other answered prayers and miracles everywhere I look from my past til now but I'm not here to prove anything I just wanted to share my thoughts. This band is musically gifted and so refreshing to here in the climate of this pop music explosion of simplicity and random lyrics about money, fame, woman, lust and bling. It is rare to find a band equally popular in today's music culture that has substance that's beyond ignorant bliss. They say Christians are brainwashed but I personally have never taken my brain out to wash it. It is dirty and slightly destroyed after years of debauchery and carelessness, it functions good enough to bring me to the feet of Jesus Christ. I know this is not a popular belief but I don't care about what's popular in this world I mean look at my taste in music, popularity is a default in the minds ability to develop into a well functioning machine built by a very unpopular God. We must search for the truth and not worry about what everyone seems to think truth is. Being popular is not a sin, it is a gateway to a world that wants you to join in and throw caution to the wind and follow whatever is easy to follow as you get lost in the mess it makes and you give up on any kind of order or obedience of any kind just because everyone says it's a good way to live, not being accountable for your actions and sins. It is time to wake before the dream becomes a nightmare and the nightmare becomes reality. Just my thoughts and opinions folks. If you want to crucify me for my beliefs and my disregard for an earthbound mindset because I follow Christ not man -then take a number and get in line. I'm not here to be complacent and nod my head just because my beliefs might piss someone off! I believe what I believe and I always explain myself to a degree because people are important to me and I think sharing my faith and what works for me is important and needed in this world of sin, hate, corruption and lies. Keep up the good work, you are reaching some people out there that normally wouldn't be reached and that's what sharing the good news is all about. God bless.

If you're thinking of guilt, take a look at I Wont See You Tonight Part 1, a song from the perspective of a suicide victim created after their bassist attempted to kill himself. Part 2 of that song is from the perspective of angry family and friends.

The band members are actually loyal Christians from what I hear, the lyric you were analyzing at the 17:20 mark: He may be out of his mind But someday you will find That sanity’s left us all blind And dragged us all behind From what I can tell, the “He” references their drummer, he was known to be called crazy or insane a lot for his perspective or words, but it was often also really insightful, because he was unique and didn’t fit the common mold of society. And that’s what they’re referring to by sanity, is the societally accepted behavior and way of thinking. Society gives you a role without you being able to choose, and if you step out of line or question any of it YOU’RE the crazy one. And that’s what he means by “Sanity’s left us all blind and dragged us all behind” is panting a picture of what our world could be if we spent more time helping people understand HOW to think instead of just WHAT to think and believe. So much potential wasted by manipulating huge masses into complicit inaction

I Wont see you tonight part 1 and 2 Avenged Sevenfold

The rev was diagnosed with an enlarged heart and wasnt supposed to live past 30... No doubt it was his plan to go out on his own terms.. his song brompton cocktail explains EVERYTHING. it's truly haunting. Talking about how hes in so much pain and been fighting this for so long. Wanting to meet his maker in peace cuz ne has a right to die how he wants to. He literally wrote a song about how he was going to take his life. And toxicology reports showed that he died of an overdose of all ingredients of a "brompton cocktail"

I want to see your reaction to “Chop Suey!” I think it would be interesting

I think a large part of the reason people including me enjoy this music (apart from the mastery of their instruments, the guitarists are extremely talented and as a guitar player they inspire me) is that they are open, vulnerable, and in my opinion they have perfectly found how to put their emotions into song. They tell a story, but not one that makes you feel a particular emotion, but one that amplifies your own emotions, one that makes you more aware and understanding your emotions. Their music has helped me and I’m sure it has helped others a lot

This song is about their deceased drummer who passed away in 2008 "THE REV" this song is a tribute to him, actually the whole album is about him.......

Life is short! Even if you’re 100...we will all die young

I've said it before, but, I really do like to hear from someone religious how they perceive the song. Great band, cool channel. I appreciate you guys.

I’ve watched several reactions from this channel, and the pastor seems to miss the point of nearly every message. Example, this song is an attempt to portray a feeling of not knowing how a person may have betrayed another. The “vile” aspect comes from the realization that you may have been wrong in your previous assumption. There are several other points, but that is the most salient.

I just discovered this Channel and I have fallen in love with this. As a Christian and an Avenged Sevenfold fan, I’ve always looked for a Christian message behind all of their songs. I have found one in majority of the songs prior to the album, The Stage. Even the Band’s name is biblical in referring to Chapter 4 of Genesis, with the story of Cain and Able. Much of what you have said is new to me though, with most of my knowledge being Old Testament. If you could comment back, just so I know that I am being heard here, I’d like to have a discussion over messages I’ve found that are different from your messages (this goes to any viewer). Thank you!

Love how sleep is a metaphor for death in this song. Def one of their better tracks. Great vid!

Please do Exist by Avenged Sevenfold!

This phrase in my opinion means, as people already mentioned, that a little part of the whole band died with Rev, because he had a huge influence on their music creation and was rallying the group together. “Nothing will be the same any more”. This music certainly gives kind of depressing feeling so I don’t listen to it often, but the song is really beautiful.

Keep up the great work 👏🏻👏🏻

And I listen to this whenever it’s such an astonishing song

Death is the personification of permanent change and loss. "Tonight we all die young" is probably referring to the loss of youth and innocence as a result from their friend dying - a grievous maturing scar. I believe throughout the song they are calling out to their friend from a position of being atheist or agnostic but desperately hoping that their friend is there and can listen against their own 'atheistic sanity' - begging that insanity [theism in this case] has the answers not just in the case of their friend but the point of continuing on through an otherwise pointless life.

I have only recently become a fan of A7X's music. They are a throwback to a lot of Euro thrash that I used to listen to as a teenager in the 80s. Love these guys.

Can you do a reaction to "So Far Away" by Avenged Sevenfold?

Avenged Sevenfold-MIA

Wow, big Kat. I've been binging on these vids. Love the free Tommy shirt and now you are wearing a pens jersey. Very nice

I think it’s basically saying that you aren’t alone, so for them the rev died and part of them died with him just as part of us die with our friends and family, so together we have all died a little

The line “insanity left us behind and walked through door” I can relate too. Too me I can walk out and come back with the feeling of being stronger and more able to help a person.

To me the song is about people who have passed and are stuck here for whatever reason and they are reaching out to us who are alive to save them from their situation.. the first two verses and the chorus says it all. They all know means we all know they died but they are stuck in the living world probably confused and suffering.. Led by the lunar light trouble is way we find i think is when they scare people at night when they have more access to show themselves to us?? Idk but its def about a spirits prespective imo

The ending line repeated, I believe, was stating that even though only The Rev died young literally all of their young more innocent selves died that night as well. They were fundamentally different after that and were never the same again.

Chorus of this song has been my ringtone for idk how many years. Love it.

some people react certain ways to certain songs. for me. im sure i interpret this in a way they didnt necessarily intend. but with many of their songs, one side of it is that it helps me release emotion. and as someone who grew up being (Forced) to bury my emotions, songs with heavy dark themes, and a lot of pain behind them and power. its a really good release. sometimes when im driving for an hour or two commute... i listen to Avenged sevenfold music, and ill sit there and laugh, get angry, cry even. and all the emotions that this band can give me helps center me. by the time i get to where im going. Anxieties, fears, any negetive emotion, is either gone, or dulled, because of all the emotional release that this heavy music has given me. im sure that may sound really weird to you considering you are a godly man, and this band isnt really.... that ( for lack of a better way of putting it). I love Avenged Sevenfold.

Religion does play a major role in the Metal world. Many of the bands may come off to some as being "satanic" but in fact most of the believe but they are just not a fan of organized religion especially the Roman Catholic Church.

This will forever be my favorite song. It’s so real.

Pastor their drummer the "REV" wrote lyrics to many songs. He compiled lines from scripture... Genesis to Revelation... thus his nickname The Rev. God bless you Sir.

The guitar work in this song is insane

6:55 the fact that it's only there for a short time makes it more valuable

Fermi paradox by avenged sevenfold or simulation

I am reminded of that famous quote by John Donne (pardon me if I don't get it exactly): "Any man's death diminishes me, because I am a part and parcel with all mankind. Therefore never send to ask for whom the bell tolls: It tolls for thee."

Lmao! Great reactions! Im gonna have to be a little bit of an A-hole here and suggest Bullet for My Valentine : Waking the Demon \--/. I would love to have your take on that song. Oh AND PLEASE use a lyric video only because the original video on youtube is not its full potential! 😂😎

Nice tech upgrade guys , lookin snazzy

This is a song with many types of sections and I think its alot of meanings about Revs death. Deep song, good writing, good composing. RIP Rev ♥️

Can you not appreciate good music... am talking to that bald person lol

the revs death, was a question by the rest of the band as to where his soul went to. the entire song is about where we all go when we die, and if we are worthy of gods love, regardless of our transgressions. that being said, it goes to the rest of the song, that the remaining members ask themselves that question. are they asking god to save the rev, or are they pleading to god to save them?

I would be interested in Chop suey from System of a Down as well!

I didnt know yall were from michigan!? Im from baycity! Love the videos brotha❤️ keep up the good work and positive energy ❤️🙏🏼

Just hearing this intro still gives me goosebumps.

This song helped me through my depression because the way I took it as asking God to save me

The drummer wrote about his own death...such a great song. From the lyrics to every instrument.

....it's about humanity N mankind...yupp! Good N Evil...choices we alll!!....have to make!!AMEN! SAVE ME ...JESUS!

If you guys didn't know Avenged Sevenfold came up with there name from the Bible passage in Genesis "But the Lord said to him, 'Therefore whoever slayeth Cain, vengeance shall be taken on him sevenfold.''

A7X is a great band, and this song is remarkable. Love your break down. Wished you spent more time with the lyrics btw. Keep em' coming!

We listen to this music all day cos it’s a masterpiece

Exist by avenged sevenfold!

I would say that the line ‘Was it something we did, to them.’ References the person who committed suicide, The Rev in this case.

We live to die, but we die just so life can go on. Life, all life needs to survive, therefore a human can do anything in life but when they die, it will be done for nothing except the things that wasnt done for you but for others, for the future. You can try and make your life focus on happiness but it wont give meaning to your life nor will it give much of an impact on the future. If there is no impact with meaning, all we are doing is living to just die.

I love seeing these guys react pretty much to almost all of avenged sevenfold I’m a fan of avenged sevenfold 🤘🏾

You know the spacebar is a great pause/play toggle in VLC. :)

A7x foREVer❤️

What's with the distaste for guitar solos? Completely serious question, I just don't get why some people absolutely require lyrics to enjoy music and can't just enjoy music as... well, music. I don't know, to me when I'm listening to certain genres of music I'm listening almost 100% for the actual MUSIC itself, with the lyrics being secondary. But I guess with the way people treat music these days it tends to be the reverse for most.

This song is about drug addiction. The addiction waking you from your dreams . Trapped in a world where the end game is always an untimely death

What an awesome concept for a review channel. Subbed I’m a devout Christian but also seem to gravitate toward a lot of very heavy music (avenged sevenfold maybe even being on the lighter side). Odd as it may seem, we can’t control what interests us. I can’t say I resonate with lyrical content. I may even go so far as to disagree with a lot of it. It’s more the sound and delivery I appreciate, as well as the technical Prowess of the players. Wish I had more to add but as far as the line repeated at the end, or just about any other metaphor or literary device used, I don’t have much personal connection.

‘Tonight we die young to me is like a part of you died with that person. Your reality is altered forever without them. Them repeating it and how it’s sung adds emotion and emphasis (imo)

You two should listen to “the colour of leaving” By parkway drive. I feel as if Andy would enjoy it

I really like this channel. And the pastor is one of the coolest pastors ive never met unfortunately. ;(

I'm amazed by how 2 people could listen to music (whatever they reacting to) and not move at all...

Avenged Sevenfold - The Stage As a Pastor there's a lot to talk about on that song

I take it you couldnt convince him to wear a band tee huh big kat?

To me "we only wake up when we sleep" is saying we only wake up when we die. Like life starts in the afterlife. "Trapped in a vile world, where the end is all the same as every other, we're only here to die" is sort of comforting to me, because it reminds me death isn't scary and everyone goes through life and dies like everyone else.. It makes me think if they do it I can and it won't be bad. "I could use some guiding light some place to go, if you hear me let me know" is like calling out to God and not hearing any answers. The Bible says seek and you shall find, it's like saying then please if you hear me, save me. This priest is really narrow minded in my opinion, is it just me?

we all die young means for me, that we all have more than once lived with pain.

Lamb of god! Any song lol

If they're using a computer or laptop, just let the pastor pause instead of having the other guy pause it. So it can pause more accurately.

Hell yeah Avenged Sevenfold is life!! My fav band of all time!! ❤️💜🖤

Save me is their masterpiece.

I don't know if it's just me but it sounds like there's a missing guitar track or something, like listening though only one headphone or something but there's still sound from both. I noticed the same thing in another video too.

i never really care about other bands reaction but i really love and enjoy watching a7x reaction

You should do Acid Rain by Avenged Sevenfold on the Hail to the King album. I want to hear Pastor Andy's opinion on it.

The part where the music goes in all sorts of directions feel like unfinished parts of songs they worked on, but never got put together

One of my all time fav a7x songs. Perfectly crafted song

Hi Pastor my name is Emerson, i'm from Brazil and a like so much your react,can put legends,my english is more and less,i would appreciate

I am a man of faith but not to any individual religioun I just believe in God and felt his presence I am a recovering addict almost died three times and honestly the nightmare album got me through the worst time of my life with a lot of praying.People write songs out of creativity and I had a pastor tell me I was a sinner for listening to Avenged who is my favorite band.They help me heal and I battle depression and anxiety really really bad.I guess I’m kind of interested your thinking of the band does listening to them make me a sinner I don’t believe so and there guitar solos are beautiful.There music is touching and beautiful and I actually when I pass am having the nightmare album played at my funeral.I think it’s the best album every created by any band.But they are my fav and I think every album is amazing.Also sometimes people write music but it doesn’t necessarily mean those are there beliefs js.

Are they aware of the context of the song? Am asking before watching lol

You guys should do some more avenged sevenfold songs. I listen to them to for spiritual messages and purposes I do alot of analyzing as well. they have lots of songs that have Bible story references and some even about revalations my favs. But this is my second video in and learning some new stuff from u guys so thanks so much for your guys take on the spiritual meanings behind metal songs. Greatly appreciated!! I think God intended me to watch you guys honestly because I've been falling astray from God and leaning more to the wicked side in my spiritual battle with God and the devil and I'm scared because I was scared looking for spiritual truth so I turned to a powerful drug to search for my own answers to understand and seen what u guys are talking about (the spiritual realm) and don't really understand but I kinda do at the same time. It's terrifying and it felt so real I seen so many horrors of hell it legit felt like I was there words can't describe, but for some reason I loved it and wanted to see more of all the evils. So thanks and God bless u both for confirming that I wasn't crazy all along. I'm getting myself back together slowly and finding my way but I'm still a lost broken soul. So thank you both so much. PS I used to be into occultism and Satan worship for spiritual purposes only.

There are 3 songs...Fiction , So far away and Save me....all about Rev. You should actually play all three before you try and butcher the meaning of these songs. How could you complain about the guitar solo? Synyster Gates is one of the best guitarist currently playing. You really need to appreciate the music more. A7X is an awesome band!!

Listen to Seize the Day, Danger Line, Nightmare, Buried Alive, I Won't See You Tonight, Tonight the World Dies, Welcome to the Family, Fiction, Unholy Confessions, Almost Easy, Brompton Cocktail, Hail to the King, Shepherd of Fire, and Not Ready to Die.

Raining blood by slayer!

Penguins jersey and Avenged Sevenfold? I like.

To me this song is a man waking in the afterlife but he's confined to his grave under the moon lite sky laying on the surface in a cofin asking the spirit next to him to him explain the after life to him.