REACTION TO The Cranberries - Zombie | Powerful... 

@all most of the time I have a decent amount to say, and will voice my opinion on a song and/or what I think its about. However, I can't really say as much when I listen to the cranberries. I think it has something to do with Dolores not being with us anymore. I get a little emotional and can't really say as much. Either way, I hope you enjoy the reaction.

The official video is as brilliant and powerful as the music. The images make this even more intense, if you can believe it. Devastating. Raw. They did their part to help end the IRA bombings and restore peace with song. It crushed the world.

I've heard this song hundreds of times since it came out and it still has the power to make me cry. Her voice is haunting, the lyrics piercing, the inspiration behind it gut wrenching.

This came out in ‘94, the Troubles ended in ‘98. I have to believe that this song helped bring an end to it.

This song hits deep and hard EVERY time. Gives me chills and tears. She is SO awesome of a singer!!

This is one of the greatest songs period.

I love the fact that Dolores told the drummer to play the drums as violently as he could. Also, that she ripped up a $1 million dollar check to not release the song.

She had the ability to project her feelings and pain in her voice. That's why you feel it so much. Very few singers can do this. Those who can, and did, will be eternal.

She called us zombies, because we are, we've become too warn and numb to war and it's consequences.

Being of Irish ancestry both sides of my family, from Boston, growing up 60s/70s/80s. Knowing of the Northern Irish troubles, and though far removed from them in the US. There were sides taken, and as happens when you grow older, different outlooks, and recognizing that stupidity was the reason for too long a time of strife and hurt. That being said, the very first time I heard the first stanza of lyrics to this incredible song, I could tell exactly what it was about. The lyrics mid song: It’s the same old theme. Since nineteen-sixteen. Absolutely, for me crystallized the feelings of how long, stupid, and sad the “troubles” were. There are many who understand the history inside the lyrics to this song, that feel the same way. Delores struck an emotional nerve for many people in this masterpiece.

One of the best vocalist there was. You could feel her pain when she sang. So sad she couldn't outrun her demons. Rest in Power Dolores

the official video for this song has such an impact

I've always reacted in just the same way brother. Tear up every time when I hear Delores. It's all that soul, and pain, and honesty, expressed in that voice - AND the "keening", the Irish traditional vocalizing, just kills me.

Her voice was something of legend...sorely missed

Her vocals are heartfelt with grief and anger. Irish “keening” mothers grief made when wee babies are blown up

I absolutely ❤️ The Cranberries. I’m half Cherokee Indian/Irish. Though my moms side came from Ireland in the early 1900s my Grandma and Great Grandparents still talked with a strong Irish accent. The impact of Delores’s death completely devastated me. In her passing not only the music scene.. the world as a whole lost a great person but her soul I see still lives STRONG #LegendsNeverDie🇮🇪

So much to be said. I know you’ve heard about this song now. Watch video! Saw Cranberries in NYC in 1995! Best show ever. Her voice was a gift to our world! RIP Delores

Can't believe you are not showing the world-famous video !

Oh, man...then you couldn't stand the official video with the children! And this pain still goes on with wars and world conflicts. R.I.P. Dolores, your voice still rings true.

It is her voice, it's amazing

Bad Wolves did an amazing cover of this song that you should listen to. Dolores O'Riordan was supposed to perform the song with them when she tragically died. The Bad Wolves, upon learning of her death, were reluctant to release the song but decided to anyway and donated the proceeds form the song to her children. First you should watch the official video of the Cranberries version so you will understand the visuals in the Bad Wolves version.

This was my favorite band as a kid and one of the few things my Father and I saw eye to eye on. He sadly passed away when I was a teen and Dolores the lead singer passed away a number of years ago so its been a bit tough for awhile coming back and listening to this music for me. Thank you so much for letting us see and experience your journey with this band, it means so much to me seeing you moved and enjoying the same music that has touched me all these years. If you like these songs so far there are many more that you will also love along the way, I can't wait to see what you do next if you continue exploring this wonderful band! Best of luck with your channel my friend!

Such a shame that you didn't react to the official music video, in which the imagery is just as powerful as the song itself, particularly the crucified angel children screaming as another child gets killed in the war. That scene hits people hard. As others have already commented, the song was written in response to the deaths of two little boys in Warrington, England, who were blown up by an IRA bomb while out, it is said, buying a Mother's Day card. Hence the lyric "Another mother's breaking heart is taking over ..." It is important to understand that the bombing was by the IRA, who, like the Cranberries, are Irish, while the children who were killed were English (the "enemy", in the minds of the IRA), so the song is politically neutral regarding the conflict over Northern Ireland and is just calling for an end to the violence. To add to the tragedy of the song, two decades later, singer Dolores drowned in the bath in a hotel room, after heavy drinking. Note also that the IRA were responsible for several high profile terrorist attacks, including the assassination in 1979 of Lord Mountbatten, a senior member of the British Royal Family. The IRA have however calmed down quite a bit in recent decades.

No one can connect with the content like she can. It reverberated to so many, not just in Ireland. It is power.

Having grown up during the troubles, this one always hits hard. Thank you for checking it out.

The video is equally incredibly buddy. The song was written by Dolores on the back of the Irish troubles predominately the IRA who had planted a bomb in a metal rubbish bin, outside a McDonald’s on a busy Saturday morning before Mother’s Day. It ultimately detonated injuring 100’s and killing two children aged 13, and 3.

Also, upload schedule/time might be a little goofy for a month or two. But either way videos will still be everyday. Like today theres one video for the morning but probably 1-2 later on today

The guitar riffs and solos that Dolores wrote and played on this track make it special too. Direct from head to song interface is the unique talent Dolores had. Always felt like you spent time right in her mind when listening to a track.

Dolores voice activates all emotions, she's a once in a generation talent, rip Dolores you're a alltime beautiful person and talent.🙏🕯

One of the greatest vocalists of all time and the entire band pull out the stops in this powerful and emotional performance. RIP Dolores O'Riordan

"The Sun Does Rise" by Jah Wobble features Dolores O'Riordan on vocals and is a great song. RIP Dolores

A bit of a tip: if a song has his own wiki page, it's PROBABLY A BIG DEAL.

So perceptive Amy reaction to this song seems to be common place . She sings in the old Irish voice primal in nature and dives to your souls inner core . Doesn't matter who you are you will have an emotional response.

My music of choice is country but every so often a song from a different genre pops up which I recognise is brilliant.This is one of those songs.

Those drums !!!!!!!!!!!!

I believe the word your looking for is HAUNTING! to describe her voice!

Thank you for your reaction, I remember when this song came out and it was a bit different from the rest of their songs, but it was truly great and powerful and heavy rock song. Dolores O'Riodan was an extraordinary singer and she is deeply missed, she gave us some pretty amazing music. This song is about terrorism and war, what can be more timely' in the 90's the Troubles in Ireland was something almost random and remote, but in the decades since both have become an every day thing. In that way, this song was also very prescient about our time, even more than 1994. R.I.P. Dolores.

It feels almost strange when you happen upon someone who's only hearing Zombie for the first time as an adult. It's also kinda strange to see a reaction video to the song which doesn't actually involve a person watching the video clip. Haha. Dolores was very unique and gifted. Do Gematria? "Dolores O'Riordan Cuts Through To Soul" ;)

The sound of all the instruments is so quintessentially Irish. Makes me think of being really drunk and staring up at the ceiling of an old pub.

The Power of Music can be so emotional. Her Voice tears me up, its so Good! RIP Dolores!

Both this & Dreams are my fave Cranberries songs! The meaning behind this song is just sad!

keening is the word for her vocal sound

You need to listen to this song with the video... 100%

Her voice is hauntingly ethereal.

Watch the video! Whether on your own time or on this channel. Your emotions will heighten. If you react to another song of theirs, try LINGER, FREE TO DECIDE, or YELLOW SKIES. thanks for the reaction. Keep smiling 🤘 🙂

I love your way of reaction. The way you navigate through the song is unlike any other reactors. I really appreciate your approach!! Great channel!!!

While it's been 20 years since I've been with my friend's old band, got to see them play again last weekend and they covered the Cranberries. While their new singer isn't Delores, she did a really good job. I've loved Cranberries since back in the 90s and this song hits harder the older I get.

This voice is life in the veins, it feeds me since 1999. I met her few times she was completely out of this world, simple and sweet as her art

Seeing the official video will make a bigger impression.

Salvo her vocals and voice were one of a kind! Truly moved me became a huge fan!

The musicianship on that song is so damn good.

This song was huge in Australia. I remember watching and hearing it for the first time. It is catchy, nd the message is unfortunately still relevant today.

The video is brilliant. I read it was actual footage of the war in Ireland at that time.

Oh maaaan, you GOTTA watch the music video!!!

The way she sings is called Keening It's a traditional Irish way of expressing Grief this is a song about the Troubles in Ulster but this was in response to the death of two young boys in Warrington England Killed by an IRA Bomb played in a street litter bin.they were on their way to buy a mother's day Card, You should watch the official Video it realy puts the song in context, we now have sadly lost Delores bless her RIP.

The Cranberrys were a great band, but I was not into them back in the 90's. I've heard this song a million times and only recently listened to it. I love these reactions because it hits hard when you hear the words, but if you're not listening to them you can just nod your head and tap your foot. R.I.P. Delores

She has the voice of an Angel. 😇🧝🏻‍♀️

Can’t do this song without the official video

The Cranberries did an amazing performance on Tiny Desk Concerts ( on YT ) Oh, Dolores, your power lives on. RIP

Early watcher of your reactions. I'm glad you show us some of your research into the suggestions.

I think what's getting to you about their songs is the passion with which they are sung... I've been listening to this song since it was released and every time it brings a tear to my eye.. I'm British and know exactly what she is singing about and I'm also old enough (yes, another old git here).. to be in my mid 20's in the 1970's when the troubles in Northern Ireland escalated to shootings and bombings and the British Army had to occupy Northern Ireland fron 1969 to 2007 to try to stop it... of course it didn't and the religious sectarianism is still there but ever since the Good Friday agreement the violence has stopped... (mainly). Ireland has been a hotbed of problems for the British for centuries and this song highlights the reality of the ordinary man's suffering.... IN MY OPINION.. Keep on Rocking.

The "troubles" confronted by a special woman with the power of music.

I appreciate that you share a little background research about the song and band before going into the music. Many reactors end up misunderstanding contexts unnecessarily and it hurts their reactions. Good stuff!

" All that is necessary for evil to thrive, is for good Men to do nothing." A quote attributed to Albert Einstein. This song makes me think of that, like she is calling us all zombies, and she's right. I know her words about it suggest it is about a specific incident in a specific war. Such a powerful message from a Mother it feels like. Best rock song I've ever heard I think. So strange, but beautiful. Rocks hard. When the violence causes silence who are we mistaken? We cower intellectually from any responsibility or thought of progress on that subject, we excuse it, we even excuse the racket it is, the greed of powerful people we do it for. It ain't us, our families. But it is on us. We know who runs the world, and to what means, until we are asked to do something about it. A lot of human society is geared toward escaping, playing pretend, avoiding substantive downer conversations. So we do what comes easy to us. Don't worry, I've seen many a reactor defeated by this song, you'll be beaten down intellectually and right as rain, not ready to tackle any evil, by morning.

The video for this song illustrates the lyrics so well. Strongly encourage you to watch it.

R.I.P Dolores Mary Eileen O'Riordan your voice was soo beautyfull....

If you watch the video, it‘s even more intense. 25 years later, there is at least currently no more bombing in Northern Ireland thanks to the Good Friday Agreement. However, the Brexit threatens to make things worse again. They’re still fighting… RIP Dolores!

As of May 2021, Zombie has been streamed over 670 million times on Spotify and as of December 2021, has sold 778,942 copies in the United Kingdom. The music video for "Zombie" was banned by the BBC because of its "violent images".[83][84] It was also banned by the RTÉ, Ireland's national broadcaster.

I was a Cranberries fan from the get-go. "Dreams" and "Zombie" are masterpieces indeed. If you continue down this road, I would recommend "When You're Gone" next. "Linger" is also a classic. "Analyse" is one of my favorites, as it involves a very similar guitar riff to "Dreams".

The inflection in her voice is Galic Irish Keeing from what I understand....

Video is amazing & adds a whole new dimension to the song....

You should really watch the video...it makes it that much more powerful!!

Just found this reaction cannot wait I know you will love it love you it’s amazing

I'm glad you chose to watch the music video, as if not i would be yelling at you to watch it !! I am from the town Warrington and this song is held very high in our hearts here.

You really should have done the video. Who ever did not tell you that did you a disservice. I hope you check it out. It's impactful imagery along with this astounding musicianship.

Thank you 💚🇮🇪💚

I love seeing the respect for her music.

I love the cranberries soo much! Dreams was my wedding aisle song. I am just shocked that you’ve really never heard these before?!

My favorite song Salvo! They are my favorite band and her vocals, are so awesome!!! God miss her

I love your genuine feelings and thoughts on these songs . Barbara from Scotland

🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪 makes me proud to come from Ireland 🇮🇪🇮🇪

The video is heart breaking

(No need to argue)is one of there shortest songs but one of the most powerful. RIP beautiful angel

Her voice is amazing in every song but this is a true story

Its one of these unique songs. I have heard it hundrets of times, but everytime, it feels like the very first time.

Her voice was so incredible

Delores you were and will always be my favourite female vocalist. I grew up with you, your songs are the soundtrack of my life. The world is not the same without you. You left so soon. We weren’t ready for you to leave ✝️ I will love you until I die. ❤ Thank you for leaving us your music ❤ I pray for your beautiful children I hope they are well. Bless them ✝️🙏💕❤️

The yoodling is called kneeing. It's a typical irish mourning singing.

I was lucky to see them live and Delores gave me goosebumps ..its about the troubles in northern island ..she had her own denons RIP

Her voice is haunting. I think that's what it is. If you like haunting, check out I Still Do.

Linger, and maybe Ode To My Family man they're also great songs by The Cranberries too

Video reaction mate...it gives you goosebumps.

always a pleasure to watch and listen to you as you discover the music that has shaped me. your reactions are so wonderfully straightforward and true. i strongly recommend "linger" from their first album and i would SO LOVE more hole-reactions (violet, doll parts, celebrity skin, miss world). Peace!

Masterpiece

Children fighting Wars, for what, control, power. Who suffers. The innocent.

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I like that you do your research before hitting play. This song is hauntingly beautiful

A song never sounds the same without the visual. Unless you're lying back singing your lungs out

much more powerful to actually watch the video and see her sing

Most amazing powerful song, it always makes my skin tingle, no idea if its the tune, the lyrics the voice, or the thought of those two boys mindlessly sllaughterd by and IRA bomb, maybe it's all of the above.. It's up there with my favourites of all time.