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There's a great description of the lyrics on Apple Music: "Matt wrote this one, and it's about him going through his divorce and how he reached out to his father in that specific time of need and his father ended up being a big beacon of hope for him. He was the one who helped keep Matt grounded throughout the entire process. He was, for lack of better words, his defender --the one who was there for him, to make sure he was levelheaded and making good choices and not letting anger guide him through an extremely difficult part of his life. We actually kicked around the idea of calling the record Defender for a while, but then we tend to not like title tracks." I wouldn't be shocked, though, if the lyrics had something of a dual intent to also reflect the discussion you guys had. Those were my first thoughts when I heard the song!
Saying a song “slapped” has nothing to do with Davie504. It’s just another word for a “banger”. I only use it sparingly for songs that deserve it, but I’d *definitely* say this song SLAPPED 🤘🏻😁
Collin Pew “slapped” is definitely not related to Davie504, that phrase has been around for forever in hip hop communities too. Anything that makes you make that good “stank” face because it’s so hard/heavy/catchy can slap
@@the_ZAMURAI duuuuude, yessss! the STANK face, A.K.A., the UGH face. mouth pulling down to a frown, "nose" and upper cheeks pulling up, eyebrows pushing down, lookin' like you just saw some NASTY shite, but you kinda like it for some reason, and can't look away hahahaha. "stank face" is definitely the way to go hahaha, i'll be quiet now XD
@@the_ZAMURAI There is no better way to describe how heavy something was than to say you made a stank face. It encompasses everything a good breakdown makes you feel :D
That was a really great interpretation of the lyrics. I know it was written by Matt, and he's been heavily yet artfully incorporating his faith into his lyrics more and more, which has been really cool to see. So I think you were spot on.
This is proof that quality metal can be positive. The message is so great....this band is one of the tightest ive ever heard...a true testament of their faith in the righteous wrath of our defender...christ our lord.
Pastor Rob: "That break down was really good" And instantly I just thought to myself: "Yeah, all five of them!" lol Nah, but teasing aside, it was a good song and a great reaction as always. Good job guys!
Greatest band on the planet. Im not Christian, but i love this band because they are all about growth. Their music isnt whiney, it isnt depressing. Its always a positive message and motivates me in all sorts if ways. The band even said they are a metal band, not a christian metal band. Not all members are religious. People like to get that mixed up.
I just love how ABR's music can be interpreted in both a Christian perspective or a non-Christian perspective. Their music isn't preachy, but the Christian influence is also apparent. I live in their hometown, so I get to see them nearly every year for their Christmas show that they always have here every year. Matt has been known to hang out around town, even showing up to a one of my friend's local band shows one time.
If you want to do a video on it then cool but you need to listen to Redemption by August Burns Red. Its one of their older songs but it is my all time favorite. I'm pretty sure Jake wrote the lyrics.
Loved everything about this video! What I personally interpreted was very similar to your line of thought. And as far as I knew all members in the band are or were believers and throughout their music they have always had a very spiritual undertone. When ever I went to their shows they always would say God bless you and to stay safe. Probably one of if not my main all time favorite band if the century.
Yeah only matt and jake are christian anymore. Not every song has religious meaning either, seems like all memebers take turns writing lyrics which is pretty cool.
Very good points! The point on Synergism and Monergism was partcularly interesting! When I heard this song I thought of Isaiah 42:3 "a bruised reed he will not break. . ." and 53:5 "he was crushed for our iniquities." The last line of this song really hammers home the idea of Isaiah 53. Thanks for the video.
Heres my interpretation after long hours of thought.. read this for insight! I believe there are two conversations going on- the first two times when the lyrics say I would do anything to make it through, but it takes two. I would do anything to make it through, but it takes YOU. When the first breakdown occurs I think he is talking to the devil and temptation. The SECOND time he is talking to God. Both of them say it takes YOU. Therefore, both of them say it takes YOU but God is your defender!
Lower Still is one of my favorite songs. Definitely the best I've heard in Christian rock. My Epic in general is simply amazing. The more I understand the Bible, the more I understand their lyrics.
JP!! My Epic is amazing bro. I drove 8 1/2 hrs to see them with Wolves At The Gate and was so glad I did. Singing/ screaming Ghost Story with them and Nick (WATG'S screamer) was a highlight of my life lol.
Some non Christian fans of ABR are watching your videos and able to hear the Gospel by your interpretation of the lyrics. Godbless Pastor Rob! More powers!
I just stumbled on this page and I am so encouraged!! I love ABR and this song slaps hard! Lol. I love the reformed theologians quotes you dropped and the analysis you gave. Definitely subscribing and looking forward to being a follower for a long time.
New subscriber. I'm praying for your family. Your wife is in God's hands. She will have healing, though of course we may not see it here. Also, I'd love to see y'all react to and analyze more Wolves at the Gate. They're my absolute favorite band. Especially the song "Alone" from their newest album, Eclipse. I'd like to know your take on the song's meaning, as I'm still a little unsure. "Grave Digger," "Voice in the Violence," and "Dead Man" are also really great picks, from 3 different albums. Heck, they're all incredible! Love that y'all are Christian metalheads. And a pastor too! Awesome!
My Grandpa passed away 5 days before this was released. I spent a significant amount of my life being raised by him. He defended me against my own youthful ignorance. The man taught me a lot about life, but most importantly he showed me how to truly love unconditionally. You see, he wasn't my biological grandfather but he never treated me any different. Between him and my father, I didn't grow up without the love of a father. Coincidentally my father is also not my biological father but he raised me as his. Never once treated me any different. He loves me unconditionally. Now I am in a place where I have children who are not biologically mine, but I do not treat them any different than my biological child. In my years on this planet I have learned that the greatest power there is is the power to love. It overcomes so much. If God loves me in such a way, then I am blessed I suppose. I think of "Bitter End" by Fit For a King when I think about myself and God. I am not bragging but I was lucky enough to be born quite intelligent but I feel as though that aspect of me betrays me in such a way that belief in God is a struggle. I spent years studying science and so on. Science does not disprove God, however it is beneficial to keep a skeptical-ish mind and not take everything just by word. Basically, there is certainty without proof or proof without certainty. I fall into the latter. But...if God is real and He loves me in such a way that I love my children, I want every part of that.
Keep up the amazing work love your vids so much and love how you explain everything and make everything so simple. I love ABR they make great music #angrymusicforhappypeople
Jake Leuhrs is a Christian too. ABR is not a As I Lay Dying band where they become completely dishonest about faith as a band as time goes on. ABR is trying to create music that let’s them be who they are and connect with people from all walks of life. They aren’t a CHRISTIAN band per say anymore but there are so many positive undertones to their music that I still love them immensely.
I wish that you would load some sermons sometimes to check out. I'm not a huge guy on Church but I really respect you enough to hear something that you have to say!
You blew my husband and my’s socks off. This is fantastic! So glad you pulled the monogism comparison! I got nervous there for a second 😂. Thankful for you and this video!
Great job on the video! I’m praying for your wife and the results. Keep seeking the Lord:) I just wanna encourage you both in sticking to the Scriptures and having good theology with what you’re teaching. That was wonderfully explained and your theology of sin, justification, salvation was spot on and wonderful. God is certainly righteous in his judgment and deserves to be but he’s so graceful in saving us. Great references of Packer and Sproul
I love your videos, been here since the Tool reviews, and it's awesome seeing the views from another perspective. Very happy to see August Burns Red here, maybe Coordinates would be a cool review video 👍
I have to say as a Christian and also a metal fan, I’ve always been unsure if it’s okay to listen to some of the music I’m into but you guys have kinda gave me a clear understanding that it’s okay as long as I don’t follow the message. I really appreciate these videos and they are very entertaining to watch. Some bands I think you should listen to are maybe korn, of mice and men, fight the fury, or megadeth
"righteous wrath, wrapped in empathy", when i heard that it went deep, the vigilante in me wanted to break out and beat the shit out of criminals and defend those who can't defend themselves
I know they're such powerfully written lyrics. For me as a Christian (this song was written from a Christian perspective by Matt if I'm not mistaken), it just drives home even more how God felt for us to send Jesus. Whichever way you take it, this song has some great lyrics, something that's not easy. That line alone is well thought out
Wow! I watched one of your first videos on the channel back in the day. Rob you were by no means a metal head but I love how much you're into the music. Keep it up dudes! 🤘
I'm a casual ABR fan but WOW, that song is sick!!! I'd love to see a reaction to Demon Hunter - Someone to Hate, Phinehas - Know Death Know Forever, or For For A King - Tower of Pain
Hey guys , I was wondering if you could do The new breaking benjamin song : Breaking Benjamin - Far Away ft. Scooter Ward. Seems to have a vauge , but clearly christian inspired theme and I'd love to hear your thoughts on it.
Stumbling upon you guys a while back just quietly analyzing music to now where Pastor Rob is about start moshing with his boy....God, thank you for music. It is the greatest thing ever created. Ever. You guys are awesome! God Bless! Also keep it up guys. Love your vids!🤘 And 5:12 the breakdown reaction is awesome. Can tell he wanted to get up and start moving.🤣
Hi pastor Rob! I really love your channel, I've been watching you and your son (and some other guests) do reaction videos for a while now and I love them so much. You guys seem like such great people and you're so genuine with yourself and your reactions. I wanted to suggest a couple songs I'd love you to see you and your son react to, they're some of my favorite metal bands and songs. And where I find most of my inspiration when writing my own music. 1. (my favorite band) Sylosis - From The Edge Of The Earth - it's a very heavy yet very melodic song. Sylosis is a heavy metal band out of the UK 2. Gojira - the art of dying - Gojira is a heavy metal band out of France. 3. Architects - Hereafter - this song is about grief, it's on their newest studio album "Holy Hell" after the passing of their guitarist and song writer "Tom". Their new guitarist is "Josh Middleton" (lead guitarist and lead singer from Sylosis). Architects is also from the UK. Now some Deathcore 🤘 4. Whitechapel - our endless war 5. Fit for An autopsy - Your Pain Is Mine Thanks again for all the great content, I love your channel and you make my day better! I hope your wife is doing well with her health issues and I hope you and your family are holding up well helping her through it. I hope you like the songs and I hope you find the time to do a reaction! Have a great day!
I always enjoy hearing you and your sons analysis on these videos. August Burns Red is one of my favorite metal core bands. I grew up in the Lancaster PA area with Matt Greiner. Awesome drummer and a great guy. I saw these guys rise from a local band to where they are today. Prayers for your wife Pastor Rob.
Absolutely loved the new song and music video. Also, I thoroughly enjoy watching you and your son do these videos. I would love to see you all do a reaction to any song off the new Tool album, "Fear Inoculum ". God bless you and your family and of nothing but the best wishes for your wife moving forward.
i just wanted to say i love you guys for what you do alot of my family is always use to "oh this sounds heavy and loud must be devil music" and don't understand or give the lyrics and stuff a chance when they are all christian trying to tell them don't judge a book by it cover im trying to show you something special it just makes me frustrated that there are a lot of Christians out there that are still so stubborn to so many things
My girlfriend had bought me VIP tickets which included a meet and greet with photo-op. Seattle traffic is a disaster and the venues staff was clueless so by the time i made it in the venue, they had already packed up and headed back to their tour bus. i was so bummed my whole stomach dropped, so i talked to their photographer and he told me to "wait a second" he went backstage really quick and came back and told me to come with him backstage. i immediately saw their lead guitarist who greeted me and apologized for the confusion with the venues staff. he led me out to their tour bus where i met the rest of the band and we all took a picture in front of their tour bus, and from all the pictures they took on that tour, mine looked completely different from the rest. the best day of my life in 24 years because of those people, i respect them wholeheartedly and love their music even more because of it
I love you guys!!! So open-minded to this type of music! Usually us fans of the metal genre are shunned by others because it is "the devil's music" but in reality it's a form of freedom and expression that we can all embrace if we take the time to actually focus on the meaning behind the music!
Would it be possible to do “Sodomites” or “Redemption of Man By God” by Soulfly? I don’t know that Max is a Christian, but a lot of the lyrics have spiritual themes to them.
Not related to this video and idk if you will ever read this or not but I just discovered you for the first time today and I just love you guys! So impressed with your open mindedness. My favorite videos of yours are your tool/ APC reactions. That being said, you HAVE to check out tools new song "pnuema". It is amazing and if you like 10,000 days and right in two, you will love pnuema. Peace, love, and light. Mary