I think this is one of X’s best songs. The lyrics can relate to anyone who feels like they need revenge and can’t let go of their past, and that’s why I think his story was so impactful. He was able to change right before his death and I think that was the reason his death was even more tragic than others. As soon as he overcame his past, it came back to kill him.
Agreed. Gone before his prime, his full potential What's even amazing is the amount if styles and genres/moods he covered in the span of a few years. It's easy is randomise your approach but it's not easy to make every switch sound nice. He was literally one of the first "modern" artists I had a passion for and it backfired on me, on us. Died over a bag??!!!! Why? I still don't believe that motive to this day, there was more to his death LLJ ❤️.
4 year anniversary of this man's loss. His level of artistry at such a young age never ceases to astonish me. Actual friggin shame what happened dude...
@@servererror3170 You people disgust me. There are so many conflicting reports on that situation that it's literally impossible to say how much, if any of that is true. Regardless, everyone had moved on, he was on a path of recovery, making amends, helping out his community, friends, and family. He was going out of his way to make life better for those around him. He was barely even an adult when he died (20 yrs old). He had a son on the way. He took accountability for his sins, was actively making efforts to improve himself, and was looking forward to a much brighter future. You act so righteous, then go and celebrate the death of a man who was literally just driving out of a parking lot when he died. He had a checkered past but so fucking what? I hate Amber Heard for abusing Johnny Depp, but I don't want her to be killed, I want her to get help and genuinely atone for her mistreatment of Johnny. X was atoning. He was getting help. He was making the world a better place instead of dragging everyone else down with him. So shut the fuck up and let him Rest in Peace like he deserves.
Revenge is a song that X wrote shortly after one of his close friends, Jocelyn Flores k*lled herself in an apartment whilst staying with X. He has 2 songs about her, this and the other being Jocelyn Flores. In saying he's dug 2 graves he's referring to the saying by philosopher Confucius (hope I spelt that correctly) "Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig 2 graves". The second grave being a grave for the world as he planned to take revenge out on the world over the injustice of Jocelyn's death. RIP X and Jocelyn 🕊
It is great to see an older person react to X's music cause most people just turn there heads and go in the opposite direction. I'm glad people still respect and love X to this day. RIP X
I drive for a taxi company in my city and have free reign over the music I play. One day I was jamming this song when I pulled up and picked up a lady probably in her mid 50s. She sat quietly for 5min while I took her down the street to a gas station. On the way back to her house she asks me "Say, who is this singing?" and "I REALLY loved that first song that was playing, is this the same guy?"(the song Changes was playing at this point). I was blown away thinking she would dismiss this as "weird young people music". So I sent her the links to his band and albums. Pretty cool stuff lool 😁
This is probably one of my most favourite songs, It sounds so different, amazing and especially the lyrics are just crazy good. X, as well as this song in particular helped me to let go of so many habits, people, my past and just things that had nothing but objectively bad effects on my mental and physical health in general. R.I.P. King
The X rabbit hole is crazy, my opinion on this one is that he’s talking about getting revenge on himself, his past self, but also that in his heart and mind he wanted to get revenge on those who wronged him (Geneva) but then goes to show that revenge isn’t the answer, but we can still feel it. I was cheated on by my x and for 4 years I always dwell and deep down I want to get revenge, but will never actually act on it. It translates to your emotions so well
@@tonytonyko “XXXTentacion also dedicated the song "Revenge" to Flores shortly after she died. Flores' family members have had conflicting views on the use of her name as the song's title; some have felt touched and honored while others felt strongly offended by XXXTentacion not asking permission to use her name.” Straight from googs. 🤡
It's men's mental health awareness month to all the guys here in the chat just want y'all to know you are doing a great job keep hanging in there I know it's hard and it seems no matter what you do it goes unappreciated but you are cared for by your family and friends
@@ReactionTherapyOfficial a lot of people don't like most things to do with men it gets over looked or put on the back burner btw some facts that most don't know is men commit suicide 4 to 5 more times than female's we make up 70% of homeless population and we make up 98% work related deaths also we are more under educated compared to females
Definitely one of X’s best songs. The message and melodies are amazing. One song I’d suggest you to listen to is glimpse of us (official video) by Joji. The song really connects to me. The video has a lot of intensity brought to it. And the song sounds beautiful.
BTW He starts with ‘I think I found a way to forgive myself for the mistakes I’ve made in the past’ meaning his positive impact on people outside of his dark lyrics
It actually hurts me to think of all the music he had in him and all the songs that should have been written and performed that has been taken away from us. I genuinely think he was going to go on to be an iconic artist, just listen to how he crafted that simple little song and made it into something so powerful. I'm not even some young fangirl, I'm a mother in my mid 30's and I feel like we've been robbed of someone very special.
A man who changed for the better gone too soon, rip X. It really is disgusting that many people focus more on how he used to be than how he was in his final years in life.
I've been in a relationship with the girl of my dreams for 2.5 years. Unfortunately we had a long distance relationship, it was complicated but we did our best to stay connected on daily basis. I also flew over there and visited her few times, it was really the love of my life, I never felt like this before. We had a sweet thing going on, I was slowly learning her native language, looking for jobs in her country while working in mine. There was a moment when we even looked at apartments in her city because I planned to move in there in a close future after she finishes school. We sure had some hard times as any couple but I was trying my best and was willing to change things and work on things just to make it right because I really cared about her and loved her so much and I hoped it would work out. Well unfortunately she wasn't capable of trying that much and she ended up leaving me and what's even worse, she left me so she can start dating other guy that she knew. It's been about month and a half since then and I'm still completely heart broken, never felt worse in my life, I'm dead inside and I honestly don't know what to do. I want to work on myself and try to move on, I'm going to gym, i focus on work, I spend time with friends, I'm trying various activities but in the end I still think of her 24/7. Especially at nights. We used to video chat/call until we fell asleep and now it's just quiet. 0 contact. I miss her so much and I'm broken over the fact that she's dating someone else, a guy that I met there too and was friendly with. I know that time heals but I'm afraid it's gonna take so so so long and I won't mentally get over her. I'm completely lost and I don't know what to do. Talking to friends about it wasn't bad but i don't feel like it had any impact on me or that anything changed. This is the lowest point of my life. Please help me someone
I've just been through a breakup too at one of the lowest points in my life. Focus on your dreams and aspirations, and that the relationship was never as perfect as you remember. Well get through this
this is amazing, thank you tom i really appreciate you doing this reaction. it's the first video i've seen of yours and i can't tell you enough how refreshing it is to hear an older person give x's music a chance and be so open minded, great video!
I agree, it is great to see an older person react to X's music cause most people just turn there heads and go in the opposite direction. I'm glad people still respect and love X to this day. RIP X
It’s been two years since you’ve uploaded this but recently saw you in my suggestion after just getting out of a 2 year relationship and your reactions have really helped me
@@ReactionTherapyOfficial the only artist I have ever actually shed tears for after their passing. I really hope you delve more into his catalog. Him and Juice are the kings of this era.
I remember being 16. Now I'm 22. I used to listen to this song all the time because I always felt it. I was in a relationship with a girl in high school for 2 years when I was 16. The time I listened to this song all the time is, when I was 16.. I do not have that female in my life anymore obviously.. Every time I hear this song I think about her. I am moved on and met a various girls after her.. I still can't shake the thought's of her when I listen to this song for some reason. 8:30 listen.. Edit: Hey Tom! I see that nice guitar behind you all the time.. I never see you play it though. I've been wanting to get into guitar soon and, I would love to hear you play even if its a simple little note!
Damn dude. You're so supportive in every sentence you speak, these artists say a line and the look on your face is genuine. How are you such an amazing empath..? Your kids are very lucky. I can tell they grew up in an amazing household. Good job man.
I just love watching you react from such a different perspective than mine, it really warms my heart different people can enjoy and break down music like this
“In my grave I’ll rot” Breakdown: he said he dug two graves, one for his past self and one for his unresolved emotion that took revenge. When he says he’ll Rot he will live with the guilt of taking revenge X was such a genius. (Theres other breakdowns but this is what I think)
I honestly didn’t like that documentary because it missed out on a lot of his life such as the Jocelyn Flores incident, and mostly focused on Geneva case. I wish it was longer and covered more of his life. For example, this song has Jocelyn Flores’ suicide note as the cover,mouth was not once mentioned in the movie.
The guitar beat actually is made to set off a feeling to a person of chaos and Misery that is strung out and unbearable. When the first strum is played, it makes you tense and get anxious in a sort. Truly a masterpiece.
Btw when he means he dug two graves he means his uncle and his best friend that died, both suicide...and couple years later the legend passed. I love this video thank you bro
I woke up with an intense need to research the psychology behind a couple genres I like and the type of processing I find most cathartic. There’s a deep connection I feel between rhythms and vibrations and lyrics. Thank you so much for your content that I just found today🙏
Coming from a veteran of 7 deployments, cptsd, tbi, BP1, and adhd, I’m striving to stay sober, and process a lot with music, medication, meditation, and a boat load of therapy.
as soon as he said he dug 2 graives and then the title revenge, i thought of a saying by Confucius, "He who enbarks on a journey of revenge must first dig 2 graives" And i just poused the video and thought a about that for a sec🤔
In my opinion is Revenge one of X's best songs, just the melody and the vibe it gives, it has helped me out when I was in really low place. Also keep up the good work! Love your videos. I would really appreciate if you would do song called vice city from XXXTENTACION
Nobody talking about how Excited he was before to hear the song before the line "I've dug two graves for us my dear" and how he was disappointed after it😒
We need the new Look at me album so many good songs on their older & newer and great for newer listeners to get an insight on him throughout his short but impactful career.
✨️Confucius said that before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves. Bc you are punishing yourself along with the person you are wanting to seek revenge on. But unfortunately, revenge still seems “attractive”. One should never attempt to seek revenge on anyone, no matter the situation. His situation was his ex-gf accusing him of abusing and torturing her by acts of Satanism, while being pregnant. He was arrested. Locked up. His reputation ruined. She lied. ✨️The best revenge is no revenge. It is better to hold back your anger and show you forgave yourself and can be happy. Because there’s no better way than to act calmly and wisely and live at peace. And he did just that: the helping hand challenge, gave the youth a voice and expressed our inner thoughts and emotions through his music, giving out free school supplies, and he did a lot to help the victims of the parkland shooting. ✨️Just 2 hours before he passed he is quoted saying "Worst things come worst, I die a tragic death or some sh*t and I’m not able to see out my dreams, I at least want to know that the kids perceived my message, were able to make something of themselves and were able to take my message and use it and turn it into something positive and to at least have a good life,” LLJ🕊
"I don't wanna let it go, so in my grave I'll rot," .... "Wow, that was a really cool, how he did that transition piece there." Sure, but... you're missing the part where he dies
I've heard this song many times (still fire) but this is the first time i feel like x is actually putting all his dormant emotions, either recently or not recently in this song.
I know you haven't reacted to too many x songs but he's is definitely one of the most versatile artist by far. He could do it all... R.I.P please react to more songs by him❤️
X reactions are always great, you show a clear understanding of the human mind, and break down situations in an easy-to-understand way. I would highly recommend CORPSE's new song, "life waster". It talks about a lot of his struggles and problems. I would love to see a reaction to it!
Probably the best song of the album 17, and that's something knowing that 17 is the best album of all time (totally objectiv, don't say no). The guitar is recurrent in X's song, especially in 17 with piano as well. And yes, his girlfriend claimed he was beating her while she was pregnant and after his death admitted she lied, and it's a real real huge theme in his song's, I mean you already kinda figure he was heartbroken ^^
Like I’m telling you I love them because they are so open with how they feel but to the kids who never had a good influence they are influenced by those who they think have done what they believe they couldn’t, blind lead the blind so that’s why I say thank you to you Tom for giving these kids the information they really need therapy is for you to talk about what you don’t feel safe talking about with others and sometimes our own perceptions are wrong and mislead, that those dreams you had once they become reality they show you your worst fears because now they are real I’m reading more on Freud and his dream interpretations cause this is recently what I’ve gone through god be with y’all cause if you didn’t know juice wrld and xxxtentacion learned more about the occult and the mind control you can have over those who are less conscious of the world we live in, and things like tarot while yes a useful way as it’s described to talk with yourself, nowadays all you see are people telling you versions of reality you want to believe but you know Is only fantasy unless you lie to yourself and make them your reality trust me playing with the dark arts never gives you what you want if anything it’s just weaves your own hellish story for you to run around in circles in your own psyche like nf said he is lost in his own consciousnesses that he chose and god keeps saying he’s not locked in also a little p.s.a for anyone who needs it let go you don’t have control over everything your not god reality will always snap back at you, you can’t twist the fabric of reality with your words that’s not how it works
And for any of you juice wrld stans I’m not hating on y’all but your not juice wrld or any of your favorite rappers and neither do you or should you want to be, they live lives with people who actually kill cartels and gangs hardcore drugs and no true trust in anyone they are so paranoid and once your in the game or industry you have to be all in its competitive once they do make it they have to choose between continuing the old life or living a new one but you become what you practice so it’s harder to live life without the addictions I just hope and pray they can get through it cause once they do can you imagine the music that will be made about god and how got them through what they never thought they could
@@Laudansdeum Have you ever tried countering those thoughts of "occult" theories and mind controlling with him just expressing himself? Sure, it may make certain people feel it's correct in a way due to the fact that they look at x as someone who they can relate with, but is that not the listeners fault?
im commenting this mid way through the video so im not sure if you know this already, but it was about him loosing a fan he was spending a week with and she k*lled herself while he was getting groceries (im pretty sure) and this song is about her
It was too soon for him to go, one of my favourite artists ,many others PopSmoke,JuiceWRLD,LilPeep all of em were such young dudes. Rest in peace,you may be gone but your legacy will continue
5:40 it’s not made to be fun and happy. The background is happy. But the words are depressed. This gives the effect that no matter what happy or joyful situation you put a person with depression in. They will still be depressed and still be unhappy or unsettled with life. Rip XXX
After I broke up with my ex of 3 years my friend would skip this song (specifically) after I got a new job and tried to forget about everything, I thought it was a great song until I realized he was trying to help me, what a true friend he was… love you Tristan B❤️🥹
I just figured out the true meaning behind revenge, he found a way to forgive himself in the past found out that it wasn’t his fault now he’s going to go get revenge on the things that hurt him in the past probably his exes or his depression he hesitates for a minute “ oh man in the world of things I hear if I could act on my revenge no would I” Then he realizes the things and his past hurt him too much “ you thought that I would let you go and let you walk” and I got this from another comment but “ i’ve dug two graves for us my dear” comes from a quote “before embarking on a journey for revenge dig two graves“ two graves one for his current self one for his past self, hence “ so in the grave I’ll rot”
