❤️ what I take away from this: harmony cannot exist if we are all singing the same note. Harmony comes when all of our different notes come together, creating a sound that is greater and more complex than any single note. Celebrate and rejoice in our differences, enjoy the symphony of humanity in all it’s manifestations.
@AnjeannetteMarie-Swifie4Ever Жыл бұрын
Beautifully put ❤️
@kristipierce4735 Жыл бұрын
That is a gorgeous and true comment.
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
Amen!
@ellens1832 Жыл бұрын
Anna, I love how you put that. I thought of it as all their harmonies coming together so perfectly as a new stronger harmony emerges. I like your analogy better.
@staciemoisa4884 Жыл бұрын
Ooh, well said, Anna!❤
@margretrosenberg420 Жыл бұрын
How do you upgrade the perfect song? The way Pentatonix does it is to make the perfect song more itself. They took Imagine seriously, and they responded to it. "Religion divides us," the song says, and Pentatonix says "But when you're part of a loving community different religions give the community diversity, and make us more loving and more powerful." Pentatonix celebrates both the things that they have in common and the things that make them individuals, and that's one of the reasons they have universal appeal - they speak to and for ALL of us. In pointing out their own diversity they include all of humanity, which is the goal of Imagine. I'm old enough to remember the evening news on December 8, 1980. John Lennon, ambushed and shot as he was returning home with Yoko, by a murderer who waited around for the police to show up because he was proud of what he'd done. It's been just over 42 years, and the shock and grief are as strong today as they were then; for many of us it was a formative event in our lives. When I hear or sing Imagine I wonder, what else might John have written if he'd been able to live out his life fully? We'll never know. But we know what he DID write - He wrote Imagine. It's up to us to do what we can to make his dream come true, even if we have do it with tears in our eyes. I wish John could have seen this video. It would have made him so proud.
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
Sometimes I just don't know what else to add to a comment as nothing I could say would add value. But I do want to show you appreciation for sharing your thoughts and experience. I love to read these comments!
@ellens1832 Жыл бұрын
Now I'm almost crying because I am one of those who's life literally changed directly because I found Pentatonix. They continue to feed my thirsty soul the medicine I need, which you are now dispensing so beautifully. What you just said filled me with so much joy. You just repaid 1,000 times over what you received. I have never, I repeat, never, heard words like that spoken which makes me feel so proud and honored to be part of such a special group. I proudly stand and yell..."I am a Pentaholic!". I love how you react to a song. It makes me appreciate the song more. I will listen to what you said at the end again. I wish more people heard it. I thank you.
@violetf.2025 Жыл бұрын
I couldn't have found better words 😪🥰, thanks Ellen and VikingReacts ❤
@madenabyss6981 Жыл бұрын
Hallelujah is when I found PTX I'm glad I did they r one amazing group and the harmonies r impressive and omg they r so good live ❤❤
@cissypentaholicpage864 Жыл бұрын
Couldn't have said it better myself! These 6 human beings, including both Avi and Matt, have pulled my soul out of some really dark places! I agree, they are life changing!!!
@karannewton3481 Жыл бұрын
Same!
@MarieFletcher-tw7io Жыл бұрын
you could say you've turned into a beautiful butterfly who has spread her wings. from 🇬🇧😄👍 an old cockney gal
@fluterify Жыл бұрын
Yes, Kevin is singing some of the highest notes in this cover!
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
It surprised me that much that it didn’t land right away :p
@fluterify Жыл бұрын
@@VikingReacts a number of reactors miss it or nearly miss it.
@michaeltutty1540 Жыл бұрын
Kevin is an extremely talented top tenor. Thing is, he is also an extremely talented baritone!
@RonHeartsMe Жыл бұрын
Love you actually getting the signs passed between them are similarities lol we usually have to point that out to reactors haha. I absolutely love this video it’s so beautiful and touching.
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
i thought that was pretty obvious actually :P. Glad I got it :)
@themightierpencil Жыл бұрын
@@VikingReacts We thought so to, but alas...LOL
@dorindas7330 Жыл бұрын
Agreed, seemed obvious to me on the first watch, but it is so irrirating when reactors don't get it!! 😅
@bfly5990 Жыл бұрын
They are my medicine as I struggle. They are light in darkness. And they never Disappoint. John Lennon would be proud. They are so diverse and yet love each other as family. Would that we could all do this
@JemUzumik Жыл бұрын
Beautiful thought ❤
@marylaplaca35 Жыл бұрын
Omg I agree 100%. I suffer from Lupus & when I'm in a flare up & down, I turn to Pentatonix. So uplift, so beautiful. You're right.....John Lennon would be very proud ❤
@lisafreeman5115 Жыл бұрын
Your reaction made my day, Viking - PTX always strives to respect the original song they are doing - they stay true to the artist while adding their own interpretation, and that breathes a different life into the music 💜- You noticed the shoes Kirsty is wearing, but did you check out Mitch's? 😊😉Love that you have a passion for all types of music, Viking, and that you take the time to share your comments as well as your heartfelt emotions with us! You are very much appreciated! In light, Lisa
@pjb3583 Жыл бұрын
I’m glad we have made you feel welcome! We can be a bit (?) overwhelming at times. This song, to me, shows how good music can speak the message we need to hear at the time we hear it. John Lennon was such a warrior for peace that I always interpreted this as his plea for nations to see beyond the institutions that so often precipitate war. Vietnam was raging at the time, and the Cold War was a real danger in our minds. Now, with PTX, the message is more for the individual to see beyond the differences that can separate us and recognize the similarities that bind us together. It’s the message we need today, with armed intruders spewing hate as well as bullets. Wonderful reaction, thanks! Peace …
@jennycarr4954 Жыл бұрын
Oh my heart. GREAT reaction. At 3:25 you mentioned the “wall of sound” and I giggled out loud and thought: oh, just wait Sir Goesbackalot!! 😅🤩😂🥰
@fliwatuett Жыл бұрын
Exactly my reaction 😅 Greetings from Germany
@margretrosenberg420 Жыл бұрын
Yep. 🤣
@dorindas7330 Жыл бұрын
Lol @ Sir goesbackalot 😅😂
@elizabethhostetter1946 Жыл бұрын
The wall of sound is never at the start . . .
@jasonarthurs3885 Жыл бұрын
Often overlooked, all five land on the same note at the end; they know their craft!
@doughaviland1729 Жыл бұрын
Excellent observation! I'm so pleased that you've gone down the PENTATONIX rabbit hole! Sooo many more beautiful songs to hear!😂
@Hanlie-oj7hv22 күн бұрын
One of the most beautiful songs ever written.
@kristipierce4735 Жыл бұрын
Excellent reaction, and I LOVE that you understood the meaning of the cards (some reactors miss the connection of differences/similarities being essential parts of the whole of humanity) I also love your written comments throughout. Looking forward to your future PTX reactions- have you watched their original Love Again? I need to check your PTX playlist. Hoping you will watch Mitch’s cover of Your Power WITH accompaniment and his solo project Messer doing Love Supply, Machine and/or Angels Pray.
@Badger77722 Жыл бұрын
This one always gets me close to tears - not as close as a few others, but they're always on the horizon. Since Kirstie is my favorite member, I always check out her footwear, simply because I can't imagine how she manages to move around in those things without falling down! These are about average for her heels, so it's only a minor miracle that she had no trouble walking in them.
@madenabyss6981 Жыл бұрын
I saw them in concert Monday night by the end of the concert she was wearing knee high boots she is Impressive how she got around on stage in them that's years of practice ❤❤
@chuckmccaslandsr.8859 Жыл бұрын
PTX really knows how to bring out the true message and spirit of the music they do, and slaps you in the face with the truth! Lol. You should hear their song PRAYERS FOR THIS WORLD! Enjoy! 😊
@JaniceDAgostino Жыл бұрын
That was Kevin. A tenor with a fab falsetto… except when beatboxing. 😀
@margretrosenberg420 Жыл бұрын
Have you heard him play an imaginary trumpet? I'm trying to remember which song that was in....
@JaniceDAgostino Жыл бұрын
@@margretrosenberg420 that was Havana. 😀
@margretrosenberg420 Жыл бұрын
@@JaniceDAgostino Thank you. This time I'll write it down.
@ellabiri2684 Жыл бұрын
I was bullied for 10 years, from I was 9 until I was 19, and the one thing that really helped me through this was PTX , there was so many times where I thought of giving up and leave this planet, but luckily Pentatonix was there through it all and their music has helped me through every single day.
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
You and me both! I’m 40 years old by now and have been bullied my entire school life. I carry the scars to this day even though I’ve worked hard to grow stronger. Stay strong and never give up!
@cocohol3513 Жыл бұрын
Lovely reaction! I'm excited to see your reaction to Avi's solo music! Cheers!
@rosedouglas9586 Жыл бұрын
Hi Coco! 😂 ❤❤❤ I second the Avi solo music!!!!!
@cocohol3513 Жыл бұрын
@@rosedouglas9586 Hey Rose 🌹!
@lauriefarmer7724 Жыл бұрын
PTX is a very special group. They appeal to old, young, white, black, and everyone in every walk of life. I took my son and his family to the concert last Christmas. I knew that my 5 and 8 year old grandkids would be safe and enjoy it. It's wonderful to have that in this day.
@madenabyss6981 Жыл бұрын
I saw PTX on Monday and everyone from kids to the elderly were there I even chatted with some of them it was an amazing spectacular night considering it was their first time to Perth Australia ❤❤
@lauriefarmer7724 Жыл бұрын
@@madenabyss6981 I've got tickets for September in Chicago. I can't wait!
@madenabyss6981 Жыл бұрын
@@lauriefarmer7724 awesome 🥰
@troylape3848 Жыл бұрын
A song that will fit right in with your channel that Scott wrote with his partner Mark during Lockdown is called "Thankyou".
@margretrosenberg420 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely. IMO a better love song than Scott's "Mars," probably because they wrote it together.
@gustavsson5277 Жыл бұрын
If Avi's singing then yes, it's more than likely that Scott is covering the bass
@margretrosenberg420 Жыл бұрын
Only in live performances. On their albums and in their official videos the bass (whether Avi or Matt) records a second track that has the bass line of the accompaniment for his solo and they'll layer that in. They decided that it makes the music enough better to justify the minor cheat.
@cradleofmidian666 Жыл бұрын
@margretrosenberg420 that is incorrect. Listen again to the studio version of Hallelujah. You can distinctly tell when Scott takes over the bass in the second verse and then Avi takes back over when Kirstie starts singing. Their sounds are very distinct.
@vidsorama2 Жыл бұрын
@@cradleofmidian666 I hear Scott's voice on the original recording also when the takeover happens. That "layer" theory just started popping up recently. Not sure who started it or why it's being spread after all of these years of the song being out. Oh well...internet.
@cradleofmidian666 Жыл бұрын
@@vidsorama2 I know why but since I don't want to start trouble I won't elaborate
@margretrosenberg420 Жыл бұрын
@@cradleofmidian666 Watch again the video, which has the audio from the studio recording. You can distinctly hear Avi starting his harmony line just before he starts his verse. And you can distinctly see and hear Scott singing something else, so it isn't Scott starting the harmony line early. Then Avi starts to sing his verse and the voice singing harmony remains the same - same voice, singing the same notes - the bass harmony at that point is repetitive so it would be easy to notice a change of voice and it doesn't change. I stand by my statement.
@brittjannesath2539 Жыл бұрын
Those beautiful harmonies….. so good that my goosebumps got goosebumps.. Great reaction again 👍😀 Imagine Iif we all could respect eachother, accept the fact that we are all unique but equal…. After all we’re stuck on this earth together,… 😀
@jamescurfman3284 Жыл бұрын
Yeah. Nobody does it like Pentatonix does it. :)
@intodark Жыл бұрын
Beautiful song makes me teary eyed every time. Amazing visual storytelling by Pentatonix. Nice reaction❤
@fliwatuett Жыл бұрын
You are not alone, especially the tearing part. Greetings from Germany
@jamescurfman3284 Жыл бұрын
Yup, same. :)
@danielcarter837 Жыл бұрын
Imagine by Pentatonix may be one of the most important videos of this century. This group took a classic, timeless song of tolerance and peace and modernized it as only they can. They are a perfect example of what respect and love can be like. Five people with differences in race, religion, gender, and sexuality can do beautiful things when they work together. I cried when I saw and heard this the first time. I still usually tear up when they go into Wall of Sound mode. Pentaholics are the ones who need to see this the least.
@ShinyElfriend Жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful reaction, particularly since its a very special song for you. I'm happy they did right by you. ☺
@pjohn1435 Жыл бұрын
Love your reaction, this song was relative back then (John Lennon), and it is relative TODAY (Pentatonix), this song will never lose its relevancy. Please add to your list for PTX "O Come All Ye Faithful", Say Something, Havana. I'm sure by now you have the catalogue...😄😄
@mariand1804 Жыл бұрын
I’ve become a true Pentaholic over the past 9 months. I saw their Christmas concert in December and already have tickets for the summer! I’ve been watching their reaction videos all along and have seen Imagine dozens of times. I cry every single time!! I’ve really enjoyed your genuine reactions. As a fellow Viking, I raise my stein to you. Skål!!!
@joshuacasillas3935 Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I was crying too right along with you! The only differences I’ve seen this 20 times, and it still kicks me right in the gut!
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
And that is the power of music ;)
@andreadee1567 Жыл бұрын
I love your reaction and how you help to spread tolerance. You are like a love-spraying viking.😜 Can’t wait to hear more. (Disclaimer: It anything I write sounds odd, cringy, hateful or wrong, it’s not my fault, it’s my f💙king lack of english)😇
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
Haha, i know the feeling as I am not a native english speaker myself. So far... I don't think I've cringed out too many people though ;). Thank you for the compliment!
@melissacoviello2886 Жыл бұрын
They are my comfort. My husband said he regretted not telling Pentatonix during the vip q&q at their concert that he’s grateful that they are my therapy, my comfort, my peace. Maybe he will tell them in September. I really really enjoyed your comments. I am so glad I am subscribed to you.
@gcatk Жыл бұрын
Because most of the band members have such wide vocal ranges, you will see Scott cover the bass line when Avi (or Matt) take the lead.
@denisehaukkala9742 Жыл бұрын
Beautifully stated.
@steveknutson5617 Жыл бұрын
when you add musical quality, emotional quality and profundity and simplicity and complexity and subtleness of this piece of art-together in my opinion you get one of the best musical presentations of all time..
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
I couldn't have said it any better :)
@SweetSlytherinGirl-Jennifer Жыл бұрын
I cried so hard the first time I saw this video. It's just so beautiful and touching and TRUE! These 5 very different people got together and made something magical. Thank you for your reaction!
@carolscott1686 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your words of wisdom Viking. We are all human and we would get along so much better if we would be open to each others opinions. Live and let live. You have become one of my favorite reactors.
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
The words I spoke come from listening to others that inspire me and by using common sense. It is exactly that what I’ve meant. Listen to others and learn. In this learning you make it your own and you can live by it :). As someone who was bullied for years and years… it is not always easy to receive these compliments. I thank you!
@carolscott1686 Жыл бұрын
@@VikingReacts You are so welcome. Sometimes the hard times that we go through mold us into people of integrity and compassion for our fellow man. Thank you for being you.☺
@shirleymoffat3338 Жыл бұрын
Such a genuine reaction to this timeless song and this amazing group. You speak of musical therapy and without a doubt music has helped so many. Because of this, I urge you to listen to Avi's solo work. He went through an intense period of anxiety and depression after leaving PTX and found his way back to health through his music. His 'I'll Get By' album chronicles that journey and I'm sure you'll appreciate his songs. 'Change on the Rise' will bring out the Viking in you for sure!
@Xrousn Жыл бұрын
I truly appreciate your outlook on how music can be such a wonderful healing power and mechanism for change. Here we are, half a globe apart, yet both see that. Music has helped so many navigate some challenging times, myself included, yet we always have a song in our hearts to fight back. You are very good at what you are doing here. Just wanted to let you know. Best of luck on your channel’s success, good sir. 😊🎸🎤🥁🎼
@kristipierce4735 Жыл бұрын
Just checked the playlist- please do the PTX original Love Again!!! It is so underappreciated and so 🤯🔥!!!
@kimclark4862 Жыл бұрын
Thank YOU, for being such a beautiful soul.
@grazynawikert-unger2122 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jenniferdoolittle6935 Жыл бұрын
Thank YOU for all that you do! I love your Pentaholic reactions! Peace & Love! ❤
@annicajakobsson Жыл бұрын
I hope you’ll check out Avi’s solo career soon! Change on the rise, I’ll get by and Quarter past four are some of my (many) favorites but really anything he’s done is gorgeous!
@kbbeers4274 Жыл бұрын
Heartfelt reaction. ❤ Thank you for sharing your time with us. ☮️
@tammyree6200 Жыл бұрын
Damn!! I cry everytime! EVERYTIME!! ❤
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
And no shame at all in that ;)
@margretrosenberg420 Жыл бұрын
At 4:11 in your reaction, when the high notes start that you love, the video is showing you who's singing them. That was Kevin. He has a lovely tenor voice (though I've heard him get down to a high baritone) and his falsetto is gorgeous. I'm not certain, but I think he can actually go higher than Mitch.
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
It confused me as I heard several people going into higher notes and I hadn’t really heard Kevin sing as much yet. I did notice it was him during editing but it surprised me during the actual recording. Amazing :)
@sannesv84 Жыл бұрын
@@VikingReactsKevin sounds absolutely angelic in Silent Night, the live official video. Also lots of Avi's gorgeous singing in that recording. It's one of my favorite Pentatonix songs. I listen to it whatever time of year
@dawnpatterson8708 Жыл бұрын
I am just an average person and a passionate pentaholic. I don't have any stories about how they have changed my life or anything. I just feel that they are the embodiment of hope, joy and love. The world needs more of that. It should be celebrated. I absolutely love your reactions to them. Anyone can jump around hooting and hollering, saying that they love the viewers favorite artist to get views. But, a GENUINE reaction is what I WANT to see. I think that you saying that you didn't prefer either version of this song, was the PERFECT compliment. I wish that I could personally thank your wife for introducing you to them. Because, I am reaping the benefit from it. Thank you for this. Btw, nice giggle
@ChibiChula Жыл бұрын
I loved your reaction to this one, as well as your message at the end. Got to admit that I was rather amused at your reaction to the first high notes, trying to figure out if it was Kirstin or Mitch only to realize it was Kevin then when his solo part came up all you could do was clap.... (Honestly, Kevin is such a great big explosion of so much pure talent in so many areas it's truly remarkable and you really need to check out his solo stuff soon.) There was a huge grin on my face at that part. 😁👍 As for recommendations on what to react to next, other than what you already said, I think you'd have a blast listening to their original music. Try "Sing" if you want a pure explosion of energy or "Run To You" if you want something more solemn/soothing/touching, "Can't Sleep Love" is so mellow (kinda jazzy/R&B) that it's very relaxing. Something you might find very interesting is their "Evolution of Music" which starts off from the 11th century. Oh, and you might like their cover of "Radioactive" by Imagine Dragons, however that is one of the few songs that they use actual instruments in because it features Lindsay Stirling in it (a dancing violinist if you're unaware) so Kevin broke out his cello for that song (plus a few others) to accompany her/them. Oh! They covered Elvis and it's beautiful. OMG, so many options. Honestly, you could react to any of the songs they put out and have happy ears and blissful soul at the end of it so just pick one and go! 😉 ... BTW, I'm very tempted to recommend their cover of "Dog Days Are Over" by Florence and the Machines but that was one of their final performances on the Sing Off (the TV show where the group officially started) and if you're going to watch Proto-Pentatonix then you should watch those performances from the beginning. 😅
@paicor118 күн бұрын
My husband passed away September 16th 2022 and in November I was diagnosed with cancer the songs that Pentatonix put out just brought so much joy and so much love into my life during that time and this is the first time I've been on your channel maybe the 2nd and I love your reactions I love your emotions I love your joy I love your message thank you for having this Channel and being you
@mtnmagic1998 Жыл бұрын
I can't get enough of watching people who react to any music from any genre but since I first was introduced to Pentatonix by my then 30 year old daughter it's amazing watching the exact same reactions of people all over that I went through myself! After 6 years I'm definitely a Pentaholic and am really enjoying your reactions! Thanks!
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! I am glad you enjoy my reactions. It makes my day every time I read comments like these :)
@MellenNorway Жыл бұрын
This was the first Pentatonix arrangement that made me cry
@Truebie Жыл бұрын
Pentatonix is always so uplifting. It’s one I’ve the many reasons I love them so much. I’m loving your reactions. I look forward to seeing more of your reactions to PTX❤❤❤
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
They share the messages that have to be shared to us all. Even the best of us may need a reminder from time to time. Doing this in musical form… perfect :)
@denisehart71049 ай бұрын
Awesome reaction ! I always cry with this one. PTX performance is beyond beautiful and meaningful. It's exceptional !
@pamdulaney8133 Жыл бұрын
Everything you said is so true. Thank you
@heidi_d Жыл бұрын
Wonderful reaction! Can’t wait for more 💛xo
@michaeltutty1540 Жыл бұрын
Those high notes that stopped you in your tracks so early on were sung by Kevin Olusola. He is the beat boxer but also an incredibly talented tenor. The contratenor is Mitch, who's top notes are simply out of this world. The overlap of ranges amongst this group defies description. Any one can cover the ranges if at least 2 others and do so with serming ease. It is not often that Kevin sings a solo, but when he does, magic happens. Phenomenal. Musically there is never one misstep. More important, though, is the warmth and humanity they bring to every piece of music.
@chall3018 Жыл бұрын
When you mentioned the "wall of sound" at 27 seconds...I thought ohhhh just wait!!!! Great reaction!!! Love watching you discover Pentatonix!!
@margretrosenberg420 Жыл бұрын
My husband killed himself last February. I found Pentatonix last September. They have made the worst year of my life more bearable. Have you encountered SuperFruit? SuperFruit was the separate channel that Scott and Mitch set up where they could deal with things that Pentatonix didn't want to deal with as a whole on their official channel. They vlogged. They talked about the realities of being gay. They made some extremely funny videos. And as of February 14, 2019, they stopped. No more SuperFruit - they've moved on to other things. But all those old videos are still there and still worth watching. As I said, there are a lot of very funny things on SuperFruit, but there was one song they did that was dead serious. In response to the Pulse massacre at a gay nightclub in Orlado, Florida in 2016 SuperFruit got together with three friends of theirs, also all members of the LGBTQ+ community, and also all wonderful singers: Brian Justin Crum, Mario Jose, and Mary Lambert, and together they put together the most powerful rendition of Katy Perry's "Rise" that I have ever heard. It speaks of defying the odds, and transcending adversity, and reaching your full potential, whoever you are. This is the song that has been getting me through the holidays and anniversaries: The first Thanksgiving without my husband. The first Christmas without my husband. My first birthday without my husband. The first anniversary of my husband's death. I expect that I'll still be listening to it on my own deathbed, decades in the future, and it is one of the reasons I still have all those decades that are in front of me. Highly recommended. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i55liJaVtdvNgmg.html
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
This may be the perfect example of how we all have our individual meaning to a song. It connects to us on a deeply personal level. I can't even imagine what you've went through and are still going through. You facing more decades due to the healing power of music gives me hope. Hold that thought! I have not yet encountered Superfruit but have had recommendations. I will check them out eventually and respectfully. All the best to you and thank you for sharing your story!
@madenabyss6981 Жыл бұрын
PTX definitely has that effect on people in a good way and a definitely a yes to superfruit can't go wrong there 👍
@the_Real_Grammy_of_62 ай бұрын
I am so very sorry that you had to go through so much pain. My condolences
@phronck7599 Жыл бұрын
I have loved Pentatonix since the Sing-Off days. They each are amazing, strong musical geniuses on their own but they came together to make the perfect sound. This is one of my favorite covers of theirs. The overwhelming emotion in their delivery - voices and expressions gives this song the power it deserves. And this song also allows the voice of K.O. to really shine. He's a great beatboxer and an amazing musician of multiple instruments but we don't get to really hear his voice very often. I love that this song has no percussion, only vocals. A truly genius arrangement and delivery. ❤
@jamescurfman3284 Жыл бұрын
I also can't decide between the two versions. John absolutely was a genius of a philosopher and lyricist. This song will always remain valid because it simply states a fundamental truth. PTX did it justice by covering it not only by their musical skill, but even more importantly, by treating the song with the respect and even the reverence that it deserves. And don't worry, you are not alone in having tears because of this rendition. This is my second-favorite cover that Pentatonix has done. My very favorite by them is 'Mary, Did You Know?' I admit I am a little biased though, as a Christian. :)
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
Maybe we shouldn't pick a favourite and just enjoy both individually ;) Mary did you know is indeed a gorgeous song and I have to say I listen to it often now that I've done the reaction!
@jamescurfman3284 Жыл бұрын
@@VikingReacts Enjoyment is the purpose of entertainment, after all. PTX is definitely near the top of the pile of entertaining groups and bands for me, they are truly amazing. :)
@cherylschultz3355 Жыл бұрын
I have went through the worst year ever. My health is not good, but Pentatonix is always there when I need it. I bet I have listened to over 200 songs. Over and over again, hours and hours of music. Thank you for your reactions and most of all a huge thanks to Pentatonix for sharing their wonderful talents. Keep it together so we can enjoy your talents for a long time to come.
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
Keep fighting and use the healing powers of music! In the worst of times… music can help but it sounds like you know that already :). I wish you strength and the courage to keep up the fight!
@heatherthreadgill5095 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful ❤️
@prevosher Жыл бұрын
This group continually blows me away, every song I hear is better then the last, I feel like I’m constantly saying “this one’s my favourite “ but every single time ❤ great reaction 🇨🇦
@serenity5535 Жыл бұрын
I have watched hundreds of Pentatonix reactions, but yours touched me more than any I have watched. I am so glad you are part of the Pentaholics, and I am now a fan of yours. Thank you for your heartfelt reactions.
@robin8773 Жыл бұрын
thank you for your thoughts. to see a fantastic scott performance check out his duet with mario jose on 'lost on you'. he's using all his skills and its impressive. pentatonix has a lot of original music that i really like such as 'sing', 'happy now', 'anchor'.
@staciemoisa4884 Жыл бұрын
"*$#@ --me," lol. Yes, that about sums it up! 😂This is sooo good. I'm sure someone answered your question already, but, yes, that was Kevin singing that gorgeous high note. I love the ending as much as the singing.
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
Yeah, nothing else will sum it up quite as well ;)
@tss9886 Жыл бұрын
Mitch himself went through cancer and sang through it. Their version of Amazing Grace always makes me cry because it feels like Mitch sings it with extra meaning.
@cathyboyce6457 Жыл бұрын
The strength of the message PTX put into this cover is pure and beautiful ~ ~ enjoyed your reaction very much!
@AnjeannetteMarie-Swifie4Ever Жыл бұрын
PTX is balm for this crazy world. I adore them ❤
@duke2651 Жыл бұрын
WELCOME! and THANK YOU for your comments. WE PENTAHOLICS are a gentle group...not FANatics! :)
@rodb9275 Жыл бұрын
So funny that you were saying, at the beginning, "I may be critical"... I was like, "No dude, you will not be critical, you will see this as a great interpretation of the song". Great reaction. I enjoy you a lot
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
I knew I was wrong the second I said it :P. And yes... you are right!
@SincityLM Жыл бұрын
Made me cry! Such a wonderful reaction
@nyxyn3109 Жыл бұрын
Their concert this past week was just beyond amazing and will very much be something that stays with me, they are somehow even better hearing them live and I love so very much of their music. Aha! does hold a special place for me as I adore the more spooky but their entire lucky ones album from 2021 that holds their original songs are some of my absolute favourites (The Lucky Ones, Coffee In Bed and Love Me When I Don't in particular) Also very special are the versions they do of My Heart With You & Run To You, they always brings me to tears
@bettyf584 Жыл бұрын
I highly recommend their cover of “Mad World”
@nicklenights Жыл бұрын
As a confirmed Pentaholic, I am always introducing people to the group. Not pushing, just suggesting they try them out. I hope they see my enjoyment in listening to the group and my absolute awe at each individual that makes up Pentatonix. Each person is a solo grand talent but together they are magic, and as a Pentaholic I/we welcome newbies with open arms and big smiles as we know the awe and enjoyment they will experience in their journey and we see ourselves in you remembering our first Mitch slaps, our gasp of delight hearing Kevin sing, Avi’s super low bass notes (that have taken out speakers!🤭), Scott’s chameleon ability to take over others parts when needed, Kirstie’s beautiful heartfelt singing and Matt’s butter voice and beautiful smile….❤💕🥰 We will always have suggestions of what to listen to and why and be here to watch your reactions to a song or songs we love and celebrate the “flowering” of a new Pentaholic! 🖖🏼🖖🏼💐
@rlhcat7662 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your wonderful reaction to this beautiful video. I am old enough to have heard Imagine when it first came out. It was so honest and such a gentle video by John and Yoko that it made a huge impression on all of us. This is the best version I have heard since then. By showing how they can be such diverse people and yet make one harmonic chord that hits your soul, they live the song. Yes, Kevin has a wonderful clear falsetto, and a very nice mid-tenor singing voice. Two suggestions: Kevin Olusola Down, and Avi Kaplan Hey Ya (after you do Change on the Rise). Also, here's a link, just for fun, of Kevin being a cornet, or maybe a tenor sax. Link: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ldSenZWqsp24kmg.html Enjoy!
@reginairvine3919 Жыл бұрын
❤❤❤❤ beautiful reaction!
@xheralt Жыл бұрын
This song was a watershed for early Pentaholics who'd been around before it was released -- it was the first time Kevin had been heard to sing, rather than just beatbox and/or play cello (unless you managed to catch their Sesame Street "counting song" appearance first)
@lesaahrenstein6360 Жыл бұрын
This video is my favorite out of every video they have done. They took a message from the 1960s I believe and updated it to today. Sadly we did not learn the lessons from when John Lennon wrote it to now. I feel that the message will still be pertinent. Thank you very much for not stopping during the wall of sound. Also thank you for not stopping the video right before and during Kevin solo
@76shazzy Жыл бұрын
Loving your reactions. Thank you. 💙💜
@becreative2420 Жыл бұрын
Fun fact: Kevin sings the high notes in the song If I Ever Fall in Love, duet with Jason Derulo, when they do it live. Saw them do this in 2016. Phenomenal.
@johnthegreek5836 Жыл бұрын
I really love your reactions, I’ve been listening to music since I’m 12 years old and I would not survive without music, all types
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
Music has so much more power than people realize. It can make us feel love, awe, sadness, power, ecstasy and so on. Who needs drugs when we have music!?
@ShaunComnerley-zi3xr8 ай бұрын
This was such a beautiful song when John Lennon if he would have been alive today he would be so proud of the way they did to his rendition of imagine and that's exactly what our country needs today
@pamelamoore4912 Жыл бұрын
You are by far my most favorite reactor! You are so fun and entertaining! Please keep reacting to Pentatonix!!
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
Not stopping anytime soon. When someone hits you straight in the feels… you keep going ;) And thank you so much for the compliment!
@karannewton3481 Жыл бұрын
Loving your reaction! PTX therapy helped my child and I through the death of my husband and my child's father when she was only 5. Thank you for sharing this experience with us. I hope you continue on the PTX journey. My suggestions: Sound of Silence, Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies, Thank You, Say Something, Love Me When I Don't
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
I never really know what to say when I see stories of people that went through such heartship. Everything in me always wants to help, to reach out but it sounds like you did an amazing job of that yourself. Most likely with those that are close to you so I don't really have a place in that anyways... Rest assured though...more Pentatonix to come. I've recorded Amazing Grace yesterday and will edit it soon.
@danakers6496 Жыл бұрын
I never realized Kevin could sing that high!!!! Amazing!!
@meganrmt Жыл бұрын
Yeah, it’s Kevin doing at big note ! He’s amazing 😮😮
@jimbenson6550 Жыл бұрын
I have seen this vid over 100 times and I cry EACH AND EVERY time… ❤
@Gwennedd Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad you liked this enough to want to listen to it again..a few times, even. I love both versions, but I'm more partial to this one because of the message. Oh...and yes, both Scott and Mitch are gay. Scott will be marrying his fiance, Mark this summer. Scott has a wonderful song he wrote about his and Mark's love for each other...Mars. It's Scott's official solo and it's really lovely.
@joebarnhart4460 Жыл бұрын
You were crushing on Avi's notes but said "Scott." I'm sure it was just a slip. And the high notes you were obsessing over? KEVIN! Can you believe it? He has one of the best falsetto voices in the group! Now I'm waiting for you to hit the REAL "wall of sound" after Kirstin's part. Ought to be epic...
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
No I actually meant Scott. Avi is always amazing as far as I know but I heard a bit more from Scott here and love how different he sounds from when he was singing the prayer. That is what I meant to say ;)
@sashabenoit1518 Жыл бұрын
If you want to see Avi literally break speakers and Mitch be completely possessed, react to their performance of AHA! Star Vista Live Singapore. It's insane!!!
@johnshoemakerpbc Жыл бұрын
Also love this was Scott’s coming out video too. Very subtle but so powerful.
@the_Real_Grammy_of_62 ай бұрын
I’ve watched this video many times, reactions and the official video. I still get goosebumps when towards the end, all of their voices come together to sing “Live as one”….WOW!! I also truly believe that the video is the most important part of the song. Their message is the best and I believe John Lennon would agree that this video is much better than his video. I believe he would be very proud. 📌PS: This reminds me of how much I miss Avi in the group 🥲. But ❤️ his solo work!!!
@tmkellison4016 Жыл бұрын
That 'sirgoesbackalot' is AWESOME
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
Something a early subscriber has mentioned a while ago. I laughed so hard that I made it a thing ;)
@maureenannear547511 ай бұрын
Thank you for what you do you are so positive and uplifting the world needs more of you I have lost my whole family (9) in the last 5 year's on a bad day all I have to do is listen to you and pentatonix and it lifts me up to. get through my day. God put you here for a very special reason .
@VikingReacts11 ай бұрын
These comments are both amazing and difficult to me as I would love to say something profound and help you even more but I feel nothing would be enough. How can it be? I am however filled with joy and gratitude to see you take strength from what PTX does and my small contribution to that work. That is the amazing bit ;). I've always wanted to do some good so it pleases me to see that I am doing something. Thank you for that! You are one of those people that I'd like to go to and just give a solid hug...
@melissacoviello2886 Жыл бұрын
You’re not the only one crying.
@wilkvanburen Жыл бұрын
Yes, that was Kevin (the beatboxer) singing that high note.
@shortybarnesyanik Жыл бұрын
Pentaholic here! Love that I found your channel!! ❤ Scott is my favorite singer in this group! 🔥
@VikingReacts Жыл бұрын
Hey there. I’m not sure I can pick a single favorite to be honest:p
@JaniceDAgostino Жыл бұрын
Yes .
@vidsorama2 Жыл бұрын
Great reaction to this beautiful Pentatonix video. Thank you. They are amazing and this message is still needed to this very day. Please react to Pentatonix "Mad World" video. It's awesome. Also, since you are open to reacting to individual member's videos, please react to Kevin Olusola's Performance KOver video "Down". He is incredible. Everything on his KZfaq channel is great.