Twenty One Pilots - Backslide (Official Video) | REACTION 

I don’t think I’ve commented before but I just wanted to jump in and say I hope everything works out with you and your fam & I hope you’re doing okay!! 💛 Your reactions never fail to make my day, your energy is quite literally unmatched!!! Like other commenters have said I definitely think he’s talking to a younger version of himself in this song, which definitely hits deep for me!! I feel like their music always manages to stab me right in the heart with its relatability 🥲

the kid in the video isnt his kid but i personally think that its him as a kid asking if he is ok and Tyler is explaining to him that music is getting him thru it but he is going thru something else

The rain only exists in his head, but it still affects the outside world, as the burger buns are soggy at the end. I think this is symbolism for how mental illness affects how a person can function on the outside, even if the problem starts on the inside of the mind Also, I think the flowers on the tree are some sort of trigger, and sends Tyler into a bad mental state. I relate to that because seemingly innocuous things often can trigger my depressive thoughts, and like how the music video portrays it, it just darkens everything around me. When he says "it's over my head" I think is a submission to the hopelessness and helplessness that comes along with it As someone who is learning to grow and trying to get better, the fear of "backsliding" is so real, and this is my favorite song on the album so far. It's just so relatable for me "I don't wanna backslide to where I've started from There's no chance I will shake this again 'Cause I feel the pull, water's over my head Strength enough for onе more time Reach my hand abovе the tide I'll take anything you have" I relate this to my suicidal thoughts, and how if I return to how I was when my depressing thoughts were so heavy, there is "no chance " I'd be able to make it out again. And the chorus continues this with Tyler saying he can get out of the waters just "one more time" before drowning. The flashes of light, particularly in the chorus probably reference his attempt while standing in the road, as illustrated in Next Semester. It's like the thoughts trigger and he remembers where hew as at, and everything is dark a nd scary again. It's such a difficult place to be in . I wonder if the actual lyrics is "strength enough for all of one more time" (it would fit the rhyme scheme all of rhyming with above on the next line, don't even get me started on Tylers lyrical genius). He says something in between enough and for, but doesn't really enunciate it. If that lyric is the case I really worry about his metal state, because if he doesn't think he can conquer these feelings again I fear the worst could happen. As a song writer myself, sometimes I hid words a bit because they're really just for me, I wonder if it's a case of that " If you could throw me a line I should've loved you better Do you think that now's the time You should let go? It's over my head" I relate to this part, as it looks like Tyler is just begging anyone to give him anything to continue. I have been in that place of desperation searching for absolutely anything to hold on to. He is almost condemning the people around him for not helping him more, as they are letting him go, right as he needs their support and the water is getting back "over his head " The I should have loved you better line really hits home for me, as I recently got out of a relationship and it was all my fault, and the regret I have for that. She was really good for me, and I just wasn't what I needed to be, and it's my fault that the people I love runaway from me. My therapist thinks this is thought distortion but I'm not so sure. As someone who recently deconstructed and lost their faith, I also interpret this as a cry to god. At the peak of my depression, I was begging for any sign that a god was there looking out for me. "Do you think that now's the time you should let go? " represents the idea that god is letting him go. He didn't give me anything, and it just hurt to have that part of my life decimated. I don't know what kind of god who has the power to help someone in their darkest hours and just chooses not to. "Rat race, place to place, adding weight Tendencies on repeat, innit? Benefit from a shoe with no lace Take the seat with the crease in it" For me, this is where I'm at now. Running in the rat race of capitalism trying to find a job and get my life back together. Everything seems to stay the same, every day repeats itself. The line about the shoe with no lace and the seat with a crease to me represents accepting the fact that the world isn't optimal to live in, especially for people with mental illnesses, but we have to make do with what we have. "I don't mind if it's lonely I don't mind if it's fair I don't care, you control me Leading me anywhere" To me, this is just completely giving up one's autonomy. I have been at that point where I would just do anything, let anyone tell me what to do and then do that. In my head, nothing mattered, so doing anything, even self destructive things, was justified because I would just follow where the wind took me not caring about the consequences. Also the lyrics of not minding that life isn't fair and that he's lonely, is a way of accepting the current situation. Almost apathetic to it. At 1:55 Tyler briefly rides with no hands, perhaps symbolizing this sort of reckless behavior. I guess I'm just gonna go through all the lyrics, because this song just speaks to me. "Bad place, on a hundred-dollar bass Kinda wishin' that I never did "Saturday" "Is that a stain? You should change" Are you doin' good? Did you solve all of your problems?" Thanks for asking In a way, but accidentally uncovered a new one yesterday What happened to what I brushed under the rug? I used to be the champion of a world you can't see Now I'm drowning in logistics" I think the whole 2nd verse is about how popular the band became, and how with all this success, the thought patterns haven't really gotten better, the problems have just changed or morphed into new ones. This is so relatable to me, as I think whenever I solve some problems new ones always arise. The stain to me represents both mental illness and creative freedom, as some people want the band to change their style to become more popular. This speaks to me personally, as it's as if people around me expect me to change and behave as if I don't have any reason for behaving as I do. It's like they just don't get it. To me this is perfectly represented in the video as Tyler pays for his lemonade with a burger bun. He has the money for it, as shown at the end when he buys buns for a 2nd time. It doesn't really make sense, but in tyler's mind, the bun represents so much so it is more than a cash payment. At the beginning wee see Tyler throw away something in the same manner a t the end, suggesting that this isn't the first time the buns got soggy , nor will it b e the last. This push and pull of mental illness is all but routine. I wonder if the Saturday line is referring to that maybe Tyler thinks he sold out some creative integrity for a more traditional pop sound in Saturday. I think that is a constant theme from his songs, the push between what's popular and what Tyler wants to create. I love the ending so much, because Tyler realizes he needs to go back for new buns, and Josh isn't upset. He doesn't go away, he waits for him. I think this shows how if you can find a true friend, they will help weather the storm with you, no matter what it is, or how often it happens. He even checks his phone, which I presume is to c heck and see if Tyler messaged him, he didn't expect him to be gone that long I'm not sure, just thoughts from a depressed person (edit: I appreciate everyone's kind words. I am doing okay right now mentally.)

i think he's speaking to himself.."he should love himself better...he should let go." love you reactions and enthusiasm!

Family has the power to tear you up and tear you down in ways that no one else can. Girl, I know! Here’s wishing you peace and a calmness on your life! Great reaction to a great song! They’re my band too! I totally get it!❤

The kid is AI and notice the voice from the kid is Blurry Face’s voice. Bread represents his creativity. Him taking a bite and throwing out represents how Tyler feels about those in the industry that require them to put up songs that makes them “stay in their lane“. He’s made it known that he’ll do that, but against his own will, when he takes a nibble and tosses it away. It’s like he’s throwing that at the mainstream because they have to put out what is new and current, but his passion are the things you never hear on the radio and those are some of their greatest songs. And the lemonade stand with a bun because under the signed asking for $.75 there’s a small sign that says “or a hamburger bun“. That’s another metaphor for him, giving in to the industry, OK here’s a piece you can have, but he’s not leaving the whole package behind. There’s a lot to unpack in this video and a lot of references back to their last several albums. Also, in the very beginning of the video when he pulls up to the convenience store, he throws something away, at the end he hast to go back because the buns got soggy, and throw the rest away. It’s that endless cycle, the fear of “back sliding”. And as far as he’s talking to? It’s a direct reference to his faith and relationship with God and to himself.

I honestly think the "kinda wish i never did Saturday" could also be a migraine reference... "fridays will always be better than sundays because sundays are my su*c*de days" with saturdays being the day(s) directly before sunday

You know by now, Tyler and Josh’s faith is 100% of them at the core. He’s talking to God, 100%. I should’ve loved you better from the start. Drowning but I’ll reach my hand above the tide one more time. I don’t want to backslide. I’ll take anything you have. You said this is about giving up. I think you’re right in an away, but it’s more re-surrendering to God’s way. Praying for you and your parents to straighten it out T, I mean that.

He's definitely talking about God. I felt the feel the spirit vibrate through my soul when he sings the chorus. Brings me to tears. Love the song

I’m so sorry your family is causing you stress!! Wishing you some inner peace friend! The Clique is always here for you!!! Fabulous reaction, as always! Much ❤️🫶🌼!!!

I have listened to this song on repeat today, at least 15 times! 😂❤❤❤

i think the chorus is addressing himself, god, and the fans all at once. also i'd love to see you react to redecorate one day i think you would be blown away by it!!

guys... i fear this album is gonna be my new favourite.. also love your reactions ❤

I love love love your reactions! I watch a lot of top reactions and you just bring a different energy and love for the band! And it’s so real! You make me deep belly laugh! Keep em coming girl! And thanks for sharing a part of yourself! Hope it gets better!!❤

loved your reaction! this song is soooo good and now one of my favorites from them. i personally feel like he’s talking to himself in this song. how he doesn’t want to go back to his old ways and mindset and how he should’ve loved his younger self better and maybe now is the time to let all that pain and hurt go. and also how it’s a repeating cycle with what he’s going through

I love your energy so much 😭

hope you’re doing well!!! much love

I watched the premier of this video. Josh did an amazing job directing this video.

Hey sorry to hear about the issues with your parents. That stuff sucks. Enjoyed the reaction!!

Love love love - thank you so much.

ahhhh, watching your reactions is like saving the best bite for last on a plate full of d@^n good food! Love you, T, and been there. We got you! ❤ This song brings out so many feels, def gonna be awesome live!!! ❤|-/💛

Good Reaction! ❤! More TOP reactions!!

Oh another Taurus? Nice reaction. Sending love that things gets better in your situation too sidenote josh directed this video

Hey girl! Awesome reaction. Just wanna take some time to show some love. Don’t know what you’re going through with your fam but I hope it gets resolved. We got you girl!

Rabbit rabbit rabbit.... lots of emotional substances are brought up in their music. TØP are here to tell you that everything will be alright, I was introduced through regional... didn't understand it what so ever but thought "man tyler has a voice". Came out with the self titled, which was DEFINITELY a progression from what I've heard.... than "vessel" destroyed the game on TØP (honestly I was dealing HARD with depression). "Guns for hands" made me realize what they were about.... and saved me in a sense... than blurry face (the lore started to really happen) which brings me to my favorite album "trench" (SAI all the propaganda stuff I liked - most people didn't) which was arguably their best album.... which leads us to CLANCY - returning to trench, BUT with the last couple songs that came out including this one, its giving a LOT of their albums titles into one mix.... like this... reminds me of stressed out and chlorine combined.... Whatever your going through Rabbit, tomorrow is a brighter day, play this song on repeat lol this is my favorite so far. Josh did such a great job on directing this video, gets to lay back from drums.... but still didn't get his Ned bun for his burger :(

Josh waiting for Ned's Buns 😂

Your reaction was so freaking good!!!

I really think that Tyler knows how to be mad but throw punches like this 1 shows off. 😐 pain is real and there's obviously only a few that can help him out. Real emotions do that kind of thing. Only REAL 1s know REAL 1s

As soon as you said you were going through shit with your parents I knew this song was perfect for you. Also I don't know what you are going through but bloodline by Orla gartland really speaks to my relationship with my mum

Let’s go!!!!✌️😊🌼🔥

I freaking love you! I think he’s talking to himself.i think the kid was his younger self. 🔥🔥🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻 I just wanted to let you know that you are not alone 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

Was just about to check on you haven’t seen anything from you in a couple days! I hope you’re feeling better!!

Wanted to do this on the shy away video but wasn’t the thanks option. .. but you should check out the shy away livestream version! ❤🌻

You should do the outside next (the music video takes place right after Saturday)

I love how fast you became a tøp fan! I gotta watch a few more of your reacts to them and then I see you have reacted to FiR 👀 I am SOO ready for that along with some more of your reactions. Hope you're doing well ❤ (doing better since this video was posted)

There are good people in this world bud whatever you're going through i pray you and your family and life and everything gets better just know you matter and are strong You're a huge blessing to this world I hit your bell and subbed have a blessed day today.

11:31 minutes well spent 👍🏼

I appreciate you.❤🌻

I agree with ya. I feel this album is where I’m at in my life😅

Great reaction!!!🔥🔥🔥

i hope youre doing well

Who are you ? You are so freaking funny😂

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I really don't know why RU-vid is deadset on taking every aspect of this platform that people love and f-ing it up. There are so many things on RU-vid that are pure trash and you are dumber for watching them. No, they're going after the Reaction channels , not all reaction channels just the most popular & relatable ones that many people like myself look forward to everyday. It's because of people like Anthony Ray, Black Pegasus, Knox, Crypt and OMG so many others that I found amazing artists like Ren, falling in Reverse and tons of others. RU-vid used to be one hell of a platform. Between the censoring, retarded algorithm, randomly unsubscribing me CONSTANTLY to channels I've followed for years, and all the woke crap they're constantly pushing in my feed, I'm about done with this watered down version of what used to be great. Hell, so many of the people I used to watch on here have gone to rumble, Butchute, Odyssey and tons of the other platforms out there that still appreciate the first amendment. Meanwhile the powers that be at RU-vid are too focused on burning it to the ground to realize just how much of a dumpster fire they've turned it into

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He's talking to our Creator 🍀

I was pretty underwhelmed with TøP’s video visually. I think it’s because the bike riding is so painfully green screen, that I couldn’t enjoy the message. It has a really interesting ending though, that he’s just on a repeat cycle. But why Josh only cookin one burger? 😫

I frickin love you! You’re energy is so dope💪🏽🔥🫶🏽