He cut his beard because he is able to think critically about the world. It's a great thing to be able to surprise oneself. Matisyahu is a man who embraces his thoughts and feelings. Celebrate it, guys!
Many here are quick to judge. I liked Matisyahu as a reggae-singing hassidim and I also like that he's obviously in control of his own life and that he doesn't stick to that image although it's not what he is anymore. To many he was a bit more of a novelty than an artist. Now, he has taken the harder way of shedding off that old skin. Have some respect, guys.
As a Chossid Matisyahu was a messenger bringing the world closer to gd - as many of his songs carried the message of deep chassidic kabbalistic teaching and of the Holy Rebbe - this lit a hugh forest fire of holiness in the world - now he is just an artist expressing himself - it is definitely attractive for many - but the infinite fire is gone and in its place is a much smaller one - limited by just matisyahus finite talents - attractive though they may be - the infinite fire is gone - we wait for it to return - stronger than before when matisyshu will reconnect to his infinite holy soul and once again be a conduit for the ohr ein sof- and not just the tiny musical talents of his artistic animal soul
Why's everyone freaking out?! I think he's trying to say that it was just part of his life's journey, and now he wants to explore a different lifestyle. What's so wrong with being open minded to evolution? As long as you have love in your heart and emulate a happy life style, it's his life. He seems extremely creative, peaceful, caring, and just a happy dude.
Exactly!!! Just how he left the Jewish religion, I left the Catholic church on February of 2015 and it was a time of confusion and depression for me. Leaving the church helped me be myself more cus alot of people from church would tell me a bunch of things like, you will be back, you're lost, or how are you gonna get to heaven, or you're wrong. That helped me not to give a crap about what people think of me and it made me realise that life is full of amazing and even painful changes that make us into better people.
Well said my friend! I know personally, that certain changes in life can cause joy, and some cause pain. As long as you learn from mistakes, and always try to be your "best self." That things will always work out for you, that's what it's all about 👌
+ this dude I left the Catholic church a long time ago and have been very happy with my decision. I was tired of the hypocrisy, judgement of others, and mainly the entire feeling of guilt which the religion pushes. What many religions forget to teach is humanity, sympathy, and compassion for everyone and everything even if they are different. I hope you are doing well at this point in your life.
A true artist and most importantly an individual. A beard doesn't make a person and it sure doesn't change him. Don't let any fool on RUclips tell you otherwise. I love your music no matter what people say and I'm proud of you as a person and an artist. Individuality is much stronger than any followings or beliefs.
I know allot of people are proud of him and think its souly about the music but please understand. He was our representation... A real frum(religious) person who was out there making his dreams come true. Him changing felt more like a betrayal. I still love his music, and the kiddusha (gdly/holiness) that was in the music. I still want all the best for him but I can't shake this feeling of betrayal.
I think he's a great example of someone who was very religious, was very enthusaistic about orthodox judaism e, but then realized how limited you are with this lifestyle.
+ Ariella Szczupakiewicz He realized that there is a beautiful world outside of the frum path. Many others are coming to the realization that its ok to venture out and see the world in its entirety. To live a life within a secluded structure is not healthy and detrimental to both oneself and society. I know anyone veering from the beliefs will be considered an outcast, but remember that you are an individual no matter what you have been taught. You have a limited time on this earth and its best to take advantage everyday and live life to the fullest.
Spiritually, he has grown past any need to conform to a structured religion. He did not abandon his religion but rather transcended it by feeling too free to live his life by rigid structure.
guys can it. Matisyahu has changed we get it but he is the same guy with just less religious belief. at least he still shows his face to us. And also he's not ashamed so come on let him go
Your natural outfit an attributes as a Male is also your Power n Sheild against babylone attacks. Even though Matisyahu remains a Worrior with enough assets and means from inside. Bless Man
A beard isn't what makes a heart Jewish anyway. It's the mindset and the heart that create a light in the world. Hassidim or not anymore, he'll never not have it as part of him - the theme of his song One Day, for example, and King Without a Crown. He was born a Jew and he'll die a Jew whether he's Orthodox or not, and the light of teaching will always be part of his music.
Alguien seria tan amable de traducirme exactamente lo que dijo! comprendo algunas oraciones pero siendo tan importante el hecho me gustaría saber lo que dijo explicita mente!
Que Matisyahu se aya cortado la barba es lo mismo cuando Jose Gahona de ZG se corto las rastas 😭 de cierta forma dejan atrás lo que fueron y sus ideales., pero es algo que jamás entenderé.
i think the songs that he wrote during the time "youth" was writen was some of his best shit. ihavent heard much new stuff. i wasntn a huge fan of his live bob marley cover he did after he changed as he has stated in interviews. seems like its less reagee
there was something beautiful about a jewish guy unapologetically embracing his faith as he mastered the art of reggae. he was that bearded jew that could make the most resentful moslem or palestininan scream "Jersualem i wont forget you!" but alas, he's succumbed to the temptations of worldly success
Dressing to much like a regular Lubavitcher just wasn't for me I gave it a try and daven with the big broad grimmed lubavitcher style black fedora hat just wans't for me. I would rather stand out in shule wearing modern cloths on saturday a trilby hat and patterned lavender shirt I do change my style of outfits all the time. During the week if i go to shule wear a snapback hat and Hip Hop style cloths or modern fashiondable cloths. I do clean shave, beards are not for me hides my handsome face. I"m a non Frum Guy, theres more to it than bricks and mortar about living a frum life and dressing frum. I choose not to wear the Frum Religious image full stop from now on because it was hiding the truth about who I was.
+ macman700 G4 I'm sure its not easy being an individual because you're looked upon by others as being different. Continue being yourself no matter what people think or say.
It's beyond hard. Its a cult of brainwashing which removes you from society. The Branch Davidians and Orthodox Judaism are very similar. Don't believe me....do the research.
+Hebert Alexander Moran That's what I thought too... his fedora hat was a distinction, but not necessary as a man who represented TORAH. It's sad in a way. And his TzitTzits are only in 2 corners. Not Kosher at all.
+Yesica1993 There is NOWHERE in the entire TORAH that says a man must wear a head covering (apart from the Temple Priests)... but, a man must not cut off his sideburns, and THAT, does not mean a hairy apron as most religious wear. It's all man made!
Beliefs, True Beliefs don't change over time. If you truly believe something you are not just suddenly going to one day decide I no longer believe this.
+Rasganjah Ganjaman Actually, beliefs can change over time, when one is exposed to new information, new ideas, and new perspectives. Those who cling to their beliefs despite new information are doomed never to evolve. I would hate to think where I would be had I refused to let the beliefs I once clung to evolve as I grew and learned more about the world.
I don't think he'd have got so much publicity if he'd not had the beard etc, and I do feel that what he's done is inappropriate. Either he is ultra orthodox or he's not, yet it seems that now he's bored of the look, he's just discarded it, yet where does God fit into his ideas? As all we hear from this footage is 'I', 'I', 'I'.
Jake Star I ripped my shirt off and threw it In his face last night when. he wouldn't sing the best lyric of any song in the world if your trying to stay high ur bound to stay low .....( birds chirping)...deflate ur ego c'mon really now everything at his . merchandise tent was all illuminati eyes sell out period so sad let down and disappointed but Inspired to use that as motivation for. my music
what ever man, im not Jewish. But the whole seems like a marketing ploy. he adopted the look and system to get himself rolling and now that he's got his money he's done with it. Matisyahu gone pop? Im not intimately connected with Hasidic culture etc. but thats the way it looks. And if he's truly done or what ever you wanna call it he should go Back to being Matthew Paul Miller now that he's done playing in some else's culture.
I am a huge fan of his music, but him changing himself I think was wrong. It is his choice, but we are not supposed to be part of the world. I noticed he keeps saying he is an artist :( He was much more then that, but I guess it was just for show. :(
He figures he can make more money switching to a *Eminem* white rapper with his hat on sideways and his pant falling down. "Transformation" from a fake Hassidic to a money seeker talking real fast.
TO WHAT? he made a name for himself being the way he is! What would he be selling out to?! He didnt stop believing in god he didnt stop being jewish. he just cut his hair and beard. why do people have such an issue with people changing over time.
You're either with the God of Abraham or you not. Please do not flip flop. I take pride in my God. Shame on this guy, especially if he has Jewish Blood.
He cut his beard because he is able to think critically about the world. It's a great thing to be able to surprise oneself. Matisyahu is a man who embraces his thoughts and feelings. Celebrate it, guys!
He seems so honest and down to earth. I like that about an artist.
Many here are quick to judge. I liked Matisyahu as a reggae-singing hassidim and I also like that he's obviously in control of his own life and that he doesn't stick to that image although it's not what he is anymore. To many he was a bit more of a novelty than an artist. Now, he has taken the harder way of shedding off that old skin. Have some respect, guys.
The more I hear Matisyahu, the more respect I have for him.
He looks kick ass with the beard and hat
As a Chossid Matisyahu was a messenger bringing the world closer to gd - as many of his songs carried the message of deep chassidic kabbalistic teaching and of the Holy Rebbe - this lit a hugh forest fire of holiness in the world - now he is just an artist expressing himself - it is definitely attractive for many - but the infinite fire is gone and in its place is a much smaller one - limited by just matisyahus finite talents - attractive though they may be - the infinite fire is gone - we wait for it to return - stronger than before when matisyshu will reconnect to his infinite holy soul and once again be a conduit for the ohr ein sof- and not just the tiny musical talents of his artistic animal soul
I miss the iconic beard but I understand. Journey on!
Why's everyone freaking out?! I think he's trying to say that it was just part of his life's journey, and now he wants to explore a different lifestyle. What's so wrong with being open minded to evolution? As long as you have love in your heart and emulate a happy life style, it's his life. He seems extremely creative, peaceful, caring, and just a happy dude.
Exactly!!! Just how he left the Jewish religion, I left the Catholic church on February of 2015 and it was a time of confusion and depression for me. Leaving the church helped me be myself more cus alot of people from church would tell me a bunch of things like, you will be back, you're lost, or how are you gonna get to heaven, or you're wrong. That helped me not to give a crap about what people think of me and it made me realise that life is full of amazing and even painful changes that make us into better people.
Well said my friend! I know personally, that certain changes in life can cause joy, and some cause pain. As long as you learn from mistakes, and always try to be your "best self." That things will always work out for you, that's what it's all about 👌
good on you!
+ this dude
I left the Catholic church a long time ago and have been very happy with my decision. I was tired of the hypocrisy, judgement of others, and mainly the entire feeling of guilt which the religion pushes.
What many religions forget to teach is humanity, sympathy, and compassion for everyone and everything even if they are different. I hope you are doing well at this point in your life.
God bless you Matisyahu
A true artist and most importantly an individual. A beard doesn't make a person and it sure doesn't change him. Don't let any fool on RUclips tell you otherwise. I love your music no matter what people say and I'm proud of you as a person and an artist. Individuality is much stronger than any followings or beliefs.
He is so inspirational! I love the culture and his firm connections to the truth and love of God, no matter beard or no beard.
This was a respectable explanation to his change in appearence as opposed to the "sell out" acclamation naivety gives him
I hear you brother. Now you're free to grow the beard or not, whatever ideology you choose to embrace or not.
Matisyahu Looks good without the beard and without all the frum gimmicks on his appearance.
I cleaned up my clothes, I do not wear punk clothes, hip clothes, and I dropped all my friends, it's just God and me from now on.
Amen
I know allot of people are proud of him and think its souly about the music but please understand. He was our representation... A real frum(religious) person who was out there making his dreams come true. Him changing felt more like a betrayal. I still love his music, and the kiddusha (gdly/holiness) that was in the music. I still want all the best for him but I can't shake this feeling of betrayal.
Not going for it would have been a betrayal to himself.
I understand. Its just what i was feeling at the time.
I think he's a great example of someone who was very religious, was very enthusaistic about orthodox judaism e, but then realized how limited you are with this lifestyle.
+ Ariella Szczupakiewicz
He realized that there is a beautiful world outside of the frum path. Many others are coming to the realization that its ok to venture out and see the world in its entirety. To live a life within a secluded structure is not healthy and detrimental to both oneself and society. I know anyone veering from the beliefs will be considered an outcast, but remember that you are an individual no matter what you have been taught. You have a limited time on this earth and its best to take advantage everyday and live life to the fullest.
Spiritually, he has grown past any need to conform to a structured religion. He did not abandon his religion but rather transcended it by feeling too free to live his life by rigid structure.
that´s what i said when stopped going to church
2015 and ppl still care about other ppl's lives. his work is all that should matter. screw the rest.
Oh man wait till you see how people are in 2022
Well, what he is inside doesn't depend on whether he has a beard or not. I love his lyrics, hope they are honest. anyway his music makes me feel good.
He's so handsome )))
Am i handsome? XD
Yerusalem, if I forget you,. Fyah nuh gon come from me tongue...
he didnt stop being jewish or believing in god. he just shaved his hair and beard neither of which is against judaism in any way by the way.
@@rantanen1 stawp the capppp bro, shaving your beard is a massive problem...
guys can it. Matisyahu has changed we get it but he is the same guy with just less religious belief. at least he still shows his face to us. And also he's not ashamed so come on let him go
Your natural outfit an attributes as a Male is also your Power n Sheild against babylone attacks. Even though Matisyahu remains a Worrior with enough assets and means from inside. Bless Man
He looks like Andy Sanberg from SNL & Lonely Island.
"Only Sith deal in absolutes." - Obi-wan Kenobi
your music matters
you made me like beards n peyots
clean is good tho
your voice is like angel
Its all about the music of a great singer ;) peace
One things for sure. His music went downhill fast after he shaved it
He has a beautiful nose, too.
Hi Jackie , thanks . This is Alex's mom . The only song that he memorized ( one day ) . Do you have any song you can suggest for him to memorize ?
A beard isn't what makes a heart Jewish anyway. It's the mindset and the heart that create a light in the world. Hassidim or not anymore, he'll never not have it as part of him - the theme of his song One Day, for example, and King Without a Crown. He was born a Jew and he'll die a Jew whether he's Orthodox or not, and the light of teaching will always be part of his music.
Omg hope ZZTop never shave their beards. Matisyahu is what he is either way, great artist, but I loved the Hassid in him too.
Looks nice without beard
Alguien seria tan amable de traducirme exactamente lo que dijo! comprendo algunas oraciones pero siendo tan importante el hecho me gustaría saber lo que dijo explicita mente!
Aún necesitas ayuda con la traducción?
Que Matisyahu se aya cortado la barba es lo mismo cuando Jose Gahona de ZG se corto las rastas 😭 de cierta forma dejan atrás lo que fueron y sus ideales., pero es algo que jamás entenderé.
So what hes saying is he started a Judaism.
Decided to morph and evolve it into his own image?
Now that you mention it, yeah he does a little bit.
i think the songs that he wrote during the time "youth" was writen was some of his best shit. ihavent heard much new stuff. i wasntn a huge fan of his live bob marley cover he did after he changed as he has stated in interviews. seems like its less reagee
Now he looks like a young Timothy Dalton....
HAHa, yes! He looks exactly like him.
One Day.
there was something beautiful about a jewish guy unapologetically embracing his faith as he mastered the art of reggae.
he was that bearded jew that could make the most resentful moslem or palestininan scream "Jersualem i wont forget you!"
but alas, he's succumbed to the temptations of worldly success
Hebert Alexander Moran I can actually agree with you on that
how? hes still jewish he still believes in god.
majority of jewish people are not hasidic nor is it against judaism to cut your hair OR beard.
+ rantanen1
Finally someone who gets it!
I'm so glad you wrote this because the rest of the idiotic comments on this video don't understand.
HA GMS You contradict yourself! Calling him evil in earlier comments. Your earlier comments to this....make up your mind chris+ian!
Dressing to much like a regular Lubavitcher just wasn't for me I gave it a try and daven with the big broad grimmed lubavitcher style black fedora hat just wans't for me. I would rather stand out in shule wearing modern cloths on saturday a trilby hat and patterned lavender shirt I do change my style of outfits all the time. During the week if i go to shule wear a snapback hat and Hip Hop style cloths or modern fashiondable cloths. I do clean shave, beards are not for me hides my handsome face. I"m a non Frum Guy, theres more to it than bricks and mortar about living a frum life and dressing frum. I choose not to wear the Frum Religious image full stop from now on because it was hiding the truth about who I was.
+macman700 G4 The Bible says: "While men look on the outward, I look in the inward" (Word of YHWH)
+ macman700 G4
I'm sure its not easy being an individual because you're looked upon by others as being different. Continue being yourself no matter what people think or say.
Fair enough. Orthodox Judaism must be hard to keep up with
It's beyond hard. Its a cult of brainwashing which removes you from society. The Branch Davidians and Orthodox Judaism are very similar. Don't believe me....do the research.
Testticklehead what your referring to is probably Ultra Orthodox Judaism
ya sold ya soul kid, now you're just another handsome pop star.
+Hebert Alexander Moran That's what I thought too... his fedora hat was a distinction, but not necessary as a man who represented TORAH. It's sad in a way. And his TzitTzits are only in 2 corners. Not Kosher at all.
why did you cut your beard dude,why
Because he is human!
So he's done with Judaism? I guess I'm confused. (And I never would have recognized him! Wow. He's younger than I thought!)
***** Thanks.
+Yesica1993 There is NOWHERE in the entire TORAH that says a man must wear a head covering (apart from the Temple Priests)... but, a man must not cut off his sideburns, and THAT, does not mean a hairy apron as most religious wear. It's all man made!
+Jakie Bourg
That's fine. I was just wondering if he'd left Judaism entirely or what.
Beliefs, True Beliefs don't change over time. If you truly believe something you are not just suddenly going to one day decide I no longer believe this.
+Rasganjah Ganjaman Actually, beliefs can change over time, when one is exposed to new information, new ideas, and new perspectives. Those who cling to their beliefs despite new information are doomed never to evolve. I would hate to think where I would be had I refused to let the beliefs I once clung to evolve as I grew and learned more about the world.
+ G30Grrl
Perfectly said!!! With ongoing wisdom many will change their paths for the better in life.
andy samberg?
I don't think he'd have got so much publicity if he'd not had the beard etc, and I do feel that what he's done is inappropriate. Either he is ultra orthodox or he's not, yet it seems that now he's bored of the look, he's just discarded it, yet where does God fit into his ideas? As all we hear from this footage is 'I', 'I', 'I'.
sold out to become a radio pop star. Sell out! I miss the old matisyahu
"radio" pop star?? lol news flash, this isn't 1950
Nathan Charles Phillips I know right? Go tell Matisyahu that! lol
Jake Star I ripped my shirt off and threw it In his face last night when. he wouldn't sing the best lyric of any song in the world if your trying to stay high ur bound to stay low .....( birds chirping)...deflate ur ego c'mon really now everything at his . merchandise tent was all illuminati eyes sell out period so sad let down and disappointed but Inspired to use that as motivation for. my music
should grow it back.
what ever man, im not Jewish. But the whole seems like a marketing ploy. he adopted the look and system to get himself rolling and now that he's got his money he's done with it. Matisyahu gone pop? Im not intimately connected with Hasidic culture etc. but thats the way it looks. And if he's truly done or what ever you wanna call it he should go Back to being Matthew Paul Miller now that he's done playing in some else's culture.
He hit a little girl look it up.
is he still jewish now?
of cause!
first!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am a huge fan of his music, but him changing himself I think was wrong. It is his choice, but we are not supposed to be part of the world. I noticed he keeps saying he is an artist :( He was much more then that, but I guess it was just for show. :(
you clearly didnt understand anything he just said
He figures he can make more money switching to a *Eminem* white rapper with his hat on sideways and his pant falling down.
"Transformation" from a fake Hassidic to a money seeker talking real fast.
im mad today
Lost the essence
sold out and gave in ! Weak !
TO WHAT? he made a name for himself being the way he is! What would he be selling out to?!
He didnt stop believing in god he didnt stop being jewish. he just cut his hair and beard. why do people have such an issue with people changing over time.
You're either with the God of Abraham or you not. Please do not flip flop. I take pride in my God. Shame on this guy, especially if he has Jewish Blood.
sell out