Michael Stipe's voice is wonderful and unique. I wish REM were still together

The title "Losing My Religion" refers to lead singer Michael Stipe's grandmother's term for losing her cool and saying things that she would not have typically said because of her faith. Notice all the religious symbolism throughout the video, including Doubting Thomas from the Bible, and Icarus from Greek mythology. The song and it's video are masterpieces.

This song was like a breath of fresh air when it came out. It had a really great sound!

"losing my religion" is an old southern term for getting mad or angry. You would say something like "Don't make me lose my religion!".

Kurt Cobain grew up loving REM , and Michael Stipe ( rem's vocalist ) also was a fan of nirvana. Stipe had sent Kurt a request to work on a project together, Kurt agreed to, but had began isolating himself in a house he had that was out of town-kind of out in the sticks.He was not taking calls and not responding to anyone for the most part, except Courtney . Just before the very questionable " suicide" took place, Stipe had sent Kurt a plane ticket to get Kurt out of that house and to stay with him and work on music together. He even sent his driver to the house, who waited outside for 10 hours. After Kurt died, the note from Michael Stipe asking him to come work with him was found taped to his wall. I always liked REM, but after hearing this story, I loved them even more.

Depending on your mood this song can help take your life or save it. Stay strong people and give it another day, then another & another etc. ♥️

I love the line "I think I thought I saw you try."

you might have been in a war with your self, but we had your back.... you got this jb,,,, cheers!

Don’t lose it man. The Lord is with you and always will. You know who runs this world, so there’s much darkness. Be from this place, not of it. Blessings.

"R.E.M - Everybody hurts" - right song for you

This is one of my favorite R.E.M. songs, thanks for doing this one JB!

R.E.M. man on the moon

Bro, I stumbled across your channel because of this song. I was in high school when this came out, don't judge I'm older, but it has always meant alot too me. After 24 years in the Marine Corps, this song has been one of the few constants in my life and it always reminds me of my humanity and immortality. I appreciate it the fact it impacted you too. Thank you.

You have obliviously passed through some really hard events in your young life. I admire your strength to persevere. Continue to be you and know God is good even through those dark times. ❤️

Your newest rabbit hole should be The Electric Light Orchestra aka ELO. These guys had 20 top 40 hits in the US alone. I'd suggest starting with Mr. Blue Sky, Telephone Line, Showdown, Roll Over Beethoven, or Evil Woman.

REM is amazing. They're music is surprisingly simple yet deep. Check out more from them. You wont be disappointed.

REM’s album, Out of Time, is one of those rare perfect ones where every song is brilliant and is worth your attention. Radio Song is an absolute gem. You might also like to try a song called Kid Fears by the Indigo Girls, which is a beautiful song featuring REM’s lead singer, Michael Stipe, on backing vocals.

I don't know what you went through, but I thank God you have made it through and will continue to make it. One day at a time, brother. One day at a time.

James how could we not be a part of ur channel... ur soooo sweet!!! R.E.M. my college days!! Ahhh!! Memories!!😃👍✌️

R.E.M. was a staple of my high school years. I still love them. And definitely another rabbit hole. Check out "Everybody Hurts." Their music videos from the '90s are so cinematic.

R.E.M. always makes you think, reevaluate, & open our minds !!!

REM is without a doubt one of the greatest groups to emerge from the 80's.

Great song. I have a request for Crowded House - Don't Dream It's Over, I think you'll love it!

This song is one of my favorite REM songs

This song is considered one of the best songs in the 90's, its always in the top 10/top 5 songs of 90's lists

That was very touching. Life is tough. Lots of struggle. I'm going through it now, too. We can only keep trying. . The world is especially depressing right now, but we have to hang in there. Glad you're doing better. You're a terrific person and you have lots of people sending positive energy to you. Maybe that sounds corny, but I believe in it.

First of all believe in yourself James and you'll get there this a good song to help you through all your troubles and doubts I love your honesty 👍

“The one I love” is my favourite by REM

No regrets young man, serve no purpose.

R.E.M. has so many great songs. Check out "It's The End Of The World" and "Stand"!

I heard this song when I was separated from my husband... the words expressed every feeling I experienced...

I always interpreted this song as a “love lost” or a song of a love unrequited. Either falling out of love or losing the interest/ affection of the one they admire. “...A distance in your eyes...” they can see that, the attention to them is waning... “...oh no, I’ve said too much, I haven’t said enough...” trying to bring up awkward conversations, trying to get your feelings off your chest, but then being too afraid to really air it all out... this song is so deep and can mean different things to different people, or even several things to the same person in different moods... I love this song so much, I still listen to it regularly. Now it’s time to check out some G-Mo Skee! I’m telling you there really aren’t any artist who are as creative as him at the moment...

One of the few songs that actually make me cry and I really don't know why other than its just beautiful.

REM - Man on the moon. One of my favorite songs from them. brings me such great memories

Listen to every REM song you can find. They were a brilliant band and a HUGE part of life in the 80s & 90s. "Automatic for the People" and "Fables of the Reconstruction" are must listen albums.

R.E.M. one of my favorite musical artists. Many great. Songs.

I think you would love Goo Goo Dolls- try Iris, one of those songs for you.

R.E.M. is absolutely my favorite band. Has been since the 90s when I was a teenager. I love watching your reactions to them. Keep it up!

Man I don't know why I was drawn to your channel, but your insights are amazing.

I'm so happy for you and so glad you are feeling better. Thank you for your channel and many fans that adore you.

Excited for you to discover R.E.M. “Everybody Hurts” is an obvious next song for but but here’s a couple more: “At my most beautiful” “The one I love” “Drive” “Ages of you” “Nightswimming” “You are the everything”

The most genuine reaction ever. The look on your face

Great review man. Congrats on discovering one of the finest bands of the modern era. REM have literally dozens of songs like this. Check out "What's The Frequency Kenneth" , it's another REM mega hit. ✌️

I’ve always thought this song was beautiful. It makes me tear up a lil.

JB. I love watching your videos. You have a great soul. Your reactions are from your heart. Don't ever change. Be the person you are and ate meant to be. God bless you my brother.

No Regrets Young Man, Shine on My Brother 💯❤️❤️❤️

Listen to Everbody Hurts. Another great one by R.E.M. Happy you are enjoying all of the music!

REM has a really strong catalogue. Michael's words and delivery is unique and amazing and goes straight to the heart. I had a childhood friend who was obsessed with them (they weren't that well known where I am), that's how I got to know them. They were amazing. Michael is doing really amazing solo work atm.

Another great R.E.M. song. Thanks for reacting.

I absolutely love watching people experience the music that has been so important to me for the first time. GREAT JOB JB! Keep up the great work

It's such a moving song. I remember, back in 1992, it coming on in a bar I was in in Egland, very late night, and the whole bar suddenly started singing it as one. Just one of those moments when you know a song speaks to something in all of us.

So many great songs but I really like their early stuff, "Pretty Persuasion", "Driver 8",and "Radio Free Europe", just to name a few

Atmosphere- Joy Division

As always, your reactions are true & heartfelt.

One of R.E.M.s best. So many meanings to this song, all of them hit you deep.

Here's another group for you to check out. Supertramp. Basically anything off their Breakfast in America album, but definitely The Logical Song, Goodbye Stranger, Take the Long Way Home, and Lord Is It Mine. 😍

R.E.M. my favorite band in the whole world! You really should hear their early years music- like "So. central rain" "Fall on me" "Swan Swan H" "Orange crush" (although it is not really a very known songs like "losing") James, you are such a beautiful person with high emotional intelligence. I'm glad I've "found" your Chanel. please keep going

I love that song. Every time I hear it it makes me think. It has so much truth in it. The song is deep. Do not give up. Life has ups and downs. We all know how it is.

You need The Cure.

This song takes me back to when Brenda and Dylan broke up on 90210. The 90s were truly a decade of amazing music!

Your videos have become my latest "rabbit hole" ! Thanks for the entertainment!!

Timeless CLASSIC

I've been feeling the same way as you and i was fighting my religion too. I came through realizing humanity and nature is my only religion. You will find your answers, and it will all be worth it. I promise. 🙏

You talk openly and people can relate to your comments . You do where your heart on your sleeve , I am glad that the darkness is behind you . Your words are humble reflects to many of your New Friends . Glad now your feeling positive ...

I always appreciate your honest emotion

Yes JB, REM is a great band to react to ty. One track i would LOVE you to react to is "Funkin For Jamaica" by Tom Browne. I think you will like it. Best to see the top of screen video on you tube to see all of the band having fun

Thx for your honesty an for you sharing your feelings

I saw REM, and Joan Jett and the Blackhearts open for the Police during the Synchronicity tour in front of 70,000 people at Shea Stadium in NYC. What an amazing night; Sting thanked the Beatles for letting them use their stadium!

Try R.E.M's The End of the World As We Know It (and I Feel Fine)

Im loving you and what you are all about bro! Please keep this coming to help me get through a VERY tough time ❤❤❤

You are an amazing human being, and you are helping more of us than know. Rediscovering songs I've heard a million times, but never paid attention to. Thank you.

This song is actually about unrequited love. If you listen to it with that in mind it has a whole different meaning.

What a great discovery. It may already have been requested but I offer up "Brain Damage" from Pink Floyd. Sooo many and I am enjoying all the classics. Keep it up.

Glad your back..we all love you...we're here for you..and songs to go with you

You rock. Just great. Thanks.

Your videos are GREAT!!! Please don't ever stop, I love them!!

I love your reactions ! We all have been there ...... enjoy beautiful sunny days

Love you, James, you are good at this or I would not come and watch your reactions!! Love ya man!

Saw REM live in Hyde Park 2005. They were something else. Glad you are feeling better man, you are not alone there. Take care of your mental health as you would your physical health. No matter what it takes. Love the videos by the way. Enjoy your journey my friend.

youre not alone bro thx that you exist!

I love this song :) Your absolutely gorgeous, thank you for being real ❤️

I am so enjoying watching you on this musical journey. Your joy and emotion is infectious, thank you for being you. We have all suffered from depression and pain in life. It is how we keep going that defines us. Keep your head held high, you got this.

I love ur boldness in honestly, we all go through hard times. One of my fav you tubers Steve Cash can only manage to put out maybe 1 or 2 vids a years cuz he battles depression, but I will never stop following him and I’m sure there are others like me. I’m so glad this year is much better for you.

Don't lose it James, you are a treasure, keep on going man. Lots of love

Great reaction. Pretty popular band in the 90s. I haven't seen the video since around the time that it came out. This song has been played on the radio a ton for the last few decades. The video gives a whole extra element to it, to see him singing and the imagery used. Cool to see you liking it.

REM "This one goes to the one I love" and "Low", much peace and blessings to you.

Michael Stipe wrote it about loving someone who didn't love him back and about the difficulty of trying to hint or tell the person but being so afraid of rejection and having low self-esteem. But on the other hand, "Losing my religion" means I'm going to lose my temper or go off on someone, but losing your religion for real, as in becoming an atheist is a wonderful thing. I am one. And I can tell you that being a Humanist who cares about other humans instead of bowing before a god is so much better. REM is one of the best there is. He also admired Sinead O'Connor (as do I) and wanted to dance somewhat the way she did in her video "The Emperor's New Clothes," which IS more about losing your religion, really giving it up and I LOVE that video and song. It's about standing up for yourself no matter what other people say because if you become an atheist you will face a lot of opposition from people who fear you and dread losing their own belief in fairy tales. You should watch "The Emperor's New Clothes" by Sinead. Love it. She has the voice of an angel, even though I don't believe in them! Lol We are the angels and we have to do our jobs better.

Thanks James, lovely music. Dont ever regret what you have done in the past - the past is gone you only have now and hopes and goals for the future, and if they dont come off that's ok too. May I suggest something completely different to lift your mood - a one hit wonder (studio version) 'Come on Eileen' by Dexy's Midnight Runners - great fun...

One of their best songs without a doubt.

keeping it real this is why we watch you my man, please keep it up you make our days better!!!

You should listen to Pavarotti - Nessum Dorma, for one of the greatest vocal performances of all time. Love from England.

Hi, When you said, "you don't know who to believe in, right now"... the answer is... believe in yourself. You are a genuine, honest, real young man with your eyes wide open and your heart on your sleeve. Life is young and there's much to learn still. Embrace it. Peace and love x

I am so glad I "discovered" you discovering some of the best music ever to be made! I really wish I had found you back at the beginning in 2018, but I am catching up! You have grown so much and the joy i see in you every time you fall down a rabbit hole is heartwarming!! Every thing from The Carpenters, Billy Joel, Opera, and AC DC! You are amazing and such a nice guy. Please if you get time with all your other request listen to Crosby Stills and Nash, either Teach Your Children or Suite Judy Blue eyes you will not regret it!!

Michael Stipe is one of the few lyricists I always listen to. Usually I focus on the music, but Michaels words just smacks your brain in. You need to listen to some Radiohead. The kings of emotion and good friends and protégés of R.E.M.😊

JB, I hope you've come through the dark times of last year. You are obviously a really special person - I love the way you're not afraid to show your emotions; in fact, I think you can't help but show your emotions because you've got deep feelings. You're awesome, dude. Wishing you well, brother.

Newcomer here but much love and support! One song that I alwayse related to that of like to recommend is one headlight by the wallflowers. Don't know if there is a music video but maybe a lyric video?

You have fans who love you bro! I’m your biggest fan in Brasil! Keep strong bro! We love you 🙏🏽

Is it not amazing when a song speaks to your soul?! It can change your mood or out look on life. I'm glad it spoke to you. Where would we be with out music?

Such a good reaction. Once you're in his thoughts, he reads your mind.

Love watching you....you play a lot of songs I love, brings me back.