I mean the MV was actually filmed in Hongkong and it was Chanyeol's idea to take inspiration from the movie Chunking Express so you're absolutely right about the Hongkong movie vibes
03:56 - 11/10 TASTE!!! this is SO chanyeol coded, he's always wanted to express himself in this style of music, the fans are so proud of him finally being able to do his solo debut the way he wanted! THANK YOU FOR THIS REACTION
7:02 actually, chanyeol was deeply involved in the creative direction of this mv and the album as well. He did not only wrote the lyrics of black out but also gave the idea of how de mv had to be. The director himself said that he didn't have to do much because chanyeol came with most of the ideas and the concept.
Thank you for your kind words! All of us, exo-l’s were waiting for his solo. And I’m so so proud of him. I just wanna all people to watch this MV and listen to the whole album!!
the wong kar wai influence in this is so perfect, from the very first teaser pic they released it all clicked for me and it absolutely sets the tone for the whole ep imo, also the fact that the mv was actually filmed in hong kong makes it even better, one of my top 3 releases of the year for sure
I can't blame you, I actually did cry when I first listened to it. I was completely consumed and it hit my feels. This has been non-stop playing ever since it came out as well as his whole mini album. Your words described exactly what I felt with this masterpiece. I got so excited and happy you reacted to him. Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words towards his work. I really appreciate you reacting to Chanyeol. Thank you thank you thank you ♡
Oh PD, I've been waiting for this! You're one of the reactors I trust here and to see you enjoy his MV is heartwarming! I knew you would like it! You should definitely listen to his mini album especially since Chanyeol wrote the lyrics in 4/6 songs and is involved in everything from the sound to the concepts. It's so SO SATSIFYINGLY GOOD!! Easy listening and very different from the usual kpop releases. You should also watch the Post Release MV for his other track 'Back Again', less angsty but more fun 2000s cinematic rock!
I'm not sure which MV you watched but "tomorrow" and "nothin" have similar vibes. I hope you do a reaction to " back again" I'm sure you're gonna like it. I love his solo works it's a shame that the views are so low this is art people need to see it
He did a reaction to Nothin (the mv version) when he reacted to Telephone back in 2020, I think he was talking about Freal Love when he mentioned the collaboration, but he might have checked the stations on his own since I don't think he makes videos for those 🤧
HKer's here! They shot it on the actual bus, the open top one. Some people encountered them shooting this a few months ago. (Yes, they really filmed this and Back Again MV in HK and I'm glad about it)
im so happy you love this song!!! and you perfectly understood the tone of it, looking forward to you checking out the album.. thank you PD! ps. also there's another mv for a track on the album (back again).. you could check it out after listening to the album :D
I was waiting for your reaction. I still remember that you said Chanyeol was one of your favorite voices in Exo. And yes! Chanyeol deserves a lot of recognition Please listen Back Again it's so powerful!!!
This was everything and beyond with what we wanted we wanted for Chanyeol’s solo debut, he absolutely floored us. I would also suggest his other mv ‘Back Again’ from his solo debut that you MUST watch! Although the entire blackout album was amazing, my favourite song is back again because it screams rockstar Chanyeol, and it just’s sooo Chanyeol coded! Chanyeol also participated in writing the songs too. Thank you for your amazing reaction as always, PD 🫶🏼
Finally someone who get and appreciate Black Out the way it deserved 🔥 I'm not an expert so idk what makes this song and MV so amazing but now I understand why.. also YES PLEASE check out the whole album and Back Again MV! This album is a masterpiece fr
omg thank you SO MUCH! i know that ur gonna love it. i always cry on every damn reaction. chanyeol is amazing and his first album just PERFECT. NO SKIP ALBUM. i believe that ur gonna like it too. also please react the second mv "back again".
Chanyeol's other release, Back Again, feels like it goes along with this song and also provides it with a fair amount of contrast (conviction versus the desperation here). I get the feeling you would like it, PD.
been waiting for u to react to chanyeol's black out and i'm so relieved u really loved his song too 😭 the way u described it, really matches how i felt and changed the way i saw him omfg 🥹
Can I just say how much I love Exo, but also their solo projects? They have each done such different sound scapes that you can really get a sense of their individuality. No matter what your music preference is, you can find something to appreciate. Really proud of each of them.
I don't know how to say how much I adore Blackout. I am an ordinary person with a boring life without any love events, but every time I hear and see this song, I cry. Maybe in my previous life I experienced a big love injury and this song was supposed to give me a sign of the past that I don't remember. But I deeply believe that the main reason for these feelings that I experienced with the song is Chanyeol's ability to show his deep feelings with his voice and eyes, and this topic surprises me every time.
So proud of our rapper with his beautiful voice. His album is amazing!!!!! By the way Chanyeol is a great actor too. You need to watch the other mv, Back again. Different vibe but incredible mv. This album is on repeat mode every day.
Omg I was waiting for this! 🥰 Thank you! ~~ Back Again has a MV too from Chanyeol's album! It's an AMAZING solo debut and both the MVs are 💯! It's nice to see actor Chanyeol along with singer Chanyeol, we got him in Netflix's The Frog and I absolutely loved his acting in both the MVs 🔥
This song gave me chills when I first watched it, and I still choke up a bit. I'm so glad we are getting more vocals from Chanyeol. This style of music takes me back to what I listened to in high-school. I also have to say how much I love how Exobas a group is so good, and they are also very good as soloists and I just love how they all have their own sound. It's like we get to see who they are, and what they can do individually. Please check out Back Again, and Hasta La Vista, actually the whole mini album I love it!!!
he's actually an impressive actor himself. he played a similarly depressing character recently on netflix. so its no surprise how it translates well on this mv
Honestly loved how the upbeat instrumental seemed like it wasn't depressing and meaningful, all the more if you don't understand the language, but once I watched the music video, everything connected. the storyline of the music video is not specific, but the vagueness of it makes the black out meaning, so relatable. I love it when artists know the sound they want for their discography because his voice sounds amazing in the entire album ugh Chanyeol did so well for his solo debut, we're so proud of him
I cried the first time I watched it. Won Kar Wai is my favourite director and this mv made me think about his movies too, specially "Happy Together". Amazing reaction.
I instantly fell in love with Chanyeol's warm, comforting, low, husky voice a few years ago before ever hearing or knowing anything about Kpop...wasnt long before I become entirely engulfed in his talent and exposed to EXO and every EXO member's talent. He's truly unique and yes you will absolutely not be disappointed by his other solos and MVs (Tomorrow is still my favorite of all time)!
I think those scenes with the tape were shot in the bus because (like a bus) life moves forward while he is holding on to the past that is on that tape. Love this music video and song so much.
Blackout is one of my favorite Mini Albums this year. Loaded it on my phone cause why not and listened to it so much. Perfect "walking through the city at night letting the world pass you by" music 💕👌 Btw. unrelated to Chayeol but I can`t believe that you, PD, of all people are snubbing the new KARD comeback. Mr. passionate speech for how underrated KARD is himself 😮😅
Thank you for this review! Chanyeol is extremely talented and deserves every bit of this success and love. please react to his other mv back again and the rest of the album you wont regret it
OMG PD, I'm so so so happy you reviewed Chanyeol's solo debut title song 🥰 He's such an amazing artist and musician! Please do listen to the whole mini album!
If "Black Out" hit you emotionally, I highly recommend "Hasta La Vista" from the same album. I don't speak Korean, but it's about breaking up and possibly reuniting later. Even without understanding the lyrics, the song really got me catching feels big time. Plus, its super catchy!
I'm so glad you love it! IIRC, he said it was inspired from Hongkong movies just like you said. I couldn't agree more with you, I really hope more people will appreciate this art from our Chanyeolie. The album is amazing! I really hope you'll check it out also another mv from his debut called 'Back Again'. Thank you so much, GBU!
think that he knows like his zone right so we’re seeing that on full display here and we’ve seen it, i love how artists are able to get outside of their traditional group and flex his own creative mucles. atp, you need to react his stuff it was so really good. thank you so much for reacting ❤
I mean the MV was actually filmed in Hongkong and it was Chanyeol's idea to take inspiration from the movie Chunking Express so you're absolutely right about the Hongkong movie vibes
it's so damn good that it got me into checking out EXO
welcome
Welcome! 🤍🫂
Welcome to the club
Lmao u can't be serious
Wow I’m sure you’ll love them
Recommend you to check out his other release " back again " it's also so good
Yess
03:56 - 11/10 TASTE!!! this is SO chanyeol coded, he's always wanted to express himself in this style of music, the fans are so proud of him finally being able to do his solo debut the way he wanted! THANK YOU FOR THIS REACTION
Totally agree. It is one of the most beautiful MVs I have ever watched. The song is totally a 11/10!
7:02 actually, chanyeol was deeply involved in the creative direction of this mv and the album as well. He did not only wrote the lyrics of black out but also gave the idea of how de mv had to be. The director himself said that he didn't have to do much because chanyeol came with most of the ideas and the concept.
Thank you for your kind words! All of us, exo-l’s were waiting for his solo.
And I’m so so proud of him. I just wanna all people to watch this MV and listen to the whole album!!
the wong kar wai influence in this is so perfect, from the very first teaser pic they released it all clicked for me and it absolutely sets the tone for the whole ep imo, also the fact that the mv was actually filmed in hong kong makes it even better, one of my top 3 releases of the year for sure
I can't blame you, I actually did cry when I first listened to it. I was completely consumed and it hit my feels. This has been non-stop playing ever since it came out as well as his whole mini album. Your words described exactly what I felt with this masterpiece. I got so excited and happy you reacted to him. Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words towards his work. I really appreciate you reacting to Chanyeol. Thank you thank you thank you ♡
'Black Out' album is a no skip album. All the songs are so sooo good!
Oh PD, I've been waiting for this! You're one of the reactors I trust here and to see you enjoy his MV is heartwarming! I knew you would like it! You should definitely listen to his mini album especially since Chanyeol wrote the lyrics in 4/6 songs and is involved in everything from the sound to the concepts. It's so SO SATSIFYINGLY GOOD!! Easy listening and very different from the usual kpop releases. You should also watch the Post Release MV for his other track 'Back Again', less angsty but more fun 2000s cinematic rock!
I'm not sure which MV you watched but "tomorrow" and "nothin" have similar vibes. I hope you do a reaction to " back again" I'm sure you're gonna like it. I love his solo works it's a shame that the views are so low this is art people need to see it
Yes pleaseeee.. Back Again is way different but so good ❤
He did a reaction to Nothin (the mv version) when he reacted to Telephone back in 2020, I think he was talking about Freal Love when he mentioned the collaboration, but he might have checked the stations on his own since I don't think he makes videos for those 🤧
He is a genius musician. I'm so proud of him and his music.
This made me feel like when i watched/heard Ditto for the first time, gave me a sense of loneliness, nostalgia, comfort...I totally get you!
Please watch his other MV in this album- BACK AGAIN. It's really really good. Thank you for enjoying Chanyeol's music with us.
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HKer's here!
They shot it on the actual bus, the open top one. Some people encountered them shooting this a few months ago. (Yes, they really filmed this and Back Again MV in HK and I'm glad about it)
Chanyeol's makes my favourite music and his album is a masterpiece.
Chanyeol's album is a masterpiece
im so happy you love this song!!! and you perfectly understood the tone of it, looking forward to you checking out the album.. thank you PD!
ps. also there's another mv for a track on the album (back again).. you could check it out after listening to the album :D
I was waiting for your reaction. I still remember that you said Chanyeol was one of your favorite voices in Exo. And yes! Chanyeol deserves a lot of recognition
Please listen Back Again it's so powerful!!!
I love CHANYEOL. His vocals are amazing.
This was everything and beyond with what we wanted we wanted for Chanyeol’s solo debut, he absolutely floored us. I would also suggest his other mv ‘Back Again’ from his solo debut that you MUST watch! Although the entire blackout album was amazing, my favourite song is back again because it screams rockstar Chanyeol, and it just’s sooo Chanyeol coded! Chanyeol also participated in writing the songs too. Thank you for your amazing reaction as always, PD 🫶🏼
Finally someone who get and appreciate Black Out the way it deserved 🔥 I'm not an expert so idk what makes this song and MV so amazing but now I understand why.. also YES PLEASE check out the whole album and Back Again MV! This album is a masterpiece fr
yesss please go and ahead and check out chanyeol's discography!!! you wont regret it i promise you!!!!!
omg thank you SO MUCH! i know that ur gonna love it. i always cry on every damn reaction. chanyeol is amazing and his first album just PERFECT. NO SKIP ALBUM. i believe that ur gonna like it too. also please react the second mv "back again".
his album is EVERYTHING
CHANYEOL's 1st Mini Album 'Black Out' is really good.
Chanyeol's other release, Back Again, feels like it goes along with this song and also provides it with a fair amount of contrast (conviction versus the desperation here). I get the feeling you would like it, PD.
been waiting for u to react to chanyeol's black out and i'm so relieved u really loved his song too 😭 the way u described it, really matches how i felt and changed the way i saw him omfg 🥹
he has an ost album for a movie he starred in called “the box” it’s mostly covers but his vocals were shining in the songs
I like CHANYEOL. His rapping is cool.
Can I just say how much I love Exo, but also their solo projects? They have each done such different sound scapes that you can really get a sense of their individuality. No matter what your music preference is, you can find something to appreciate. Really proud of each of them.
I don't know how to say how much I adore Blackout. I am an ordinary person with a boring life without any love events, but every time I hear and see this song, I cry. Maybe in my previous life I experienced a big love injury and this song was supposed to give me a sign of the past that I don't remember. But I deeply believe that the main reason for these feelings that I experienced with the song is Chanyeol's ability to show his deep feelings with his voice and eyes, and this topic surprises me every time.
Thank you for appreciating Chanyeol and his album! 🌹
The song and the music video are GREAT!!!!💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙
So proud of our rapper with his beautiful voice. His album is amazing!!!!! By the way Chanyeol is a great actor too. You need to watch the other mv, Back again. Different vibe but incredible mv. This album is on repeat mode every day.
pd ima tell you his whole album is so fire... Also BACK AGAIN has an mv too and it's so good, you'll really like it ima guarantee
“ Ease up”,”I’m on your side too ”and “Black out”are my Top 3❤Amazing album 👏 love his music
Omg I was waiting for this! 🥰 Thank you! ~~ Back Again has a MV too from Chanyeol's album! It's an AMAZING solo debut and both the MVs are 💯! It's nice to see actor Chanyeol along with singer Chanyeol, we got him in Netflix's The Frog and I absolutely loved his acting in both the MVs 🔥
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Will wait for your Chanyeol listening party video!! 🥹
This song gave me chills when I first watched it, and I still choke up a bit. I'm so glad we are getting more vocals from Chanyeol. This style of music takes me back to what I listened to in high-school.
I also have to say how much I love how Exobas a group is so good, and they are also very good as soloists and I just love how they all have their own sound. It's like we get to see who they are, and what they can do individually. Please check out Back Again, and Hasta La Vista, actually the whole mini album I love it!!!
This entire album is so well made and truly feels like music made for music people. I'm sure you'll like the b-sides too if you give a listen.
he's actually an impressive actor himself. he played a similarly depressing character recently on netflix. so its no surprise how it translates well on this mv
Honestly loved how the upbeat instrumental seemed like it wasn't depressing and meaningful, all the more if you don't understand the language, but once I watched the music video, everything connected. the storyline of the music video is not specific, but the vagueness of it makes the black out meaning, so relatable.
I love it when artists know the sound they want for their discography because his voice sounds amazing in the entire album
ugh Chanyeol did so well for his solo debut, we're so proud of him
Thank you for reacting to Chanyeol ❤ i loved your honest reaction and i hope you will check out the whole album too. 😊
If you love this, u MUST watch back again !!!!! As well as whole album !!! Chanyeol did most of the lyrics
"it's depressing, i love it" so real lol
So soon, but Iam happy u reacted to him.
I had been waiting for this reaction
holy shit you reaction made me cry
the way I was waiting for this reaction the very moment this mv was realised! thank u so much, pd, for putting into word what this song and mv does. ♥
The hip hop vibes in Super Junior D&E's new release Go High are strong and I'd love to see you react to it, PD! 😎
This album is soooo good but it's so underrated
You need to react to “Back Again” too!!! By chanyeol. His stuff is so goooood.
Chanyeol oppa is such a talented human being!!! Love you Chanyeol oppa!!!!
I cried the first time I watched it. Won Kar Wai is my favourite director and this mv made me think about his movies too, specially "Happy Together". Amazing reaction.
The mv for back again is also good!
This album was so amazing. I'd buy it.
You expressed every emotion I felt watching this video and the entire album even! Like I could only nod along throughout this video!
I’m in love with this song
We are so proud of our ChanYeol... thank you for you reaction, kind words and critical words... this album is totally ChanYeol ~~ ♡♡♡
loved your reaction and analysis of black out ♥can't wait for your listening party and i hope you enjoy it!!
The mv and song are so touching 😢
i'm so glad you reacting this mv. thank you so much
I instantly fell in love with Chanyeol's warm, comforting, low, husky voice a few years ago before ever hearing or knowing anything about Kpop...wasnt long before I become entirely engulfed in his talent and exposed to EXO and every EXO member's talent. He's truly unique and yes you will absolutely not be disappointed by his other solos and MVs (Tomorrow is still my favorite of all time)!
I think those scenes with the tape were shot in the bus because (like a bus) life moves forward while he is holding on to the past that is on that tape. Love this music video and song so much.
Wondrful, beautiful and expected album. Absolutely loved it 🤍
Blackout is one of my favorite Mini Albums this year. Loaded it on my phone cause why not and listened to it so much. Perfect "walking through the city at night letting the world pass you by" music 💕👌
Btw. unrelated to Chayeol but I can`t believe that you, PD, of all people are snubbing the new KARD comeback. Mr. passionate speech for how underrated KARD is himself 😮😅
this album is so good
OMG can't wait for Black out Listening party!
I'm so late, but I hope you already watched his b-side Back Again mv. I absolutely love that mv. Favourite mv from him actually.
Thank you for this review! Chanyeol is extremely talented and deserves every bit of this success and love. please react to his other mv back again and the rest of the album you wont regret it
Yes Chanyeol always does this moody vibe. You need to listen to his mini. It's so black out. Like not a single skip
OMG PD, I'm so so so happy you reviewed Chanyeol's solo debut title song 🥰 He's such an amazing artist and musician! Please do listen to the whole mini album!
If "Black Out" hit you emotionally, I highly recommend "Hasta La Vista" from the same album. I don't speak Korean, but it's about breaking up and possibly reuniting later. Even without understanding the lyrics, the song really got me catching feels big time. Plus, its super catchy!
Looking forward to your reaction to the whole album❤️
❤ all love
Thank you so much for reacting. ❤
YESSS!!!
this is best solo release ever fr
I been waiting for this reaction!
I'm so glad you love it! IIRC, he said it was inspired from Hongkong movies just like you said. I couldn't agree more with you, I really hope more people will appreciate this art from our Chanyeolie. The album is amazing! I really hope you'll check it out also another mv from his debut called 'Back Again'. Thank you so much, GBU!
Can’t wait for the whole album!!!
think that he knows like his zone right so we’re seeing that on full display here and we’ve seen it, i love how artists are able to get outside of their traditional group and flex his own creative mucles. atp, you need to react his stuff it was so really good. thank you so much for reacting ❤
I like CHANYEOL.
Watch back again to understand the realization he had. Both mv's are connected
Back again 😢 too please🤟
You definitely need to check out the Back Again MV!!
thanks for this
Thank you so much ❤
omg, i have been waiting for this video for soooo looonnng
I'm so happy that you enjoyed it as much as I did
Song of the year
his other song back again is equally cinematic !
Plz listen to Chanyeol's Whole album, and you find how incredible this album is. You must watch the Back Again Video, too.
Thanks for reacting.His solo album is great.I’m looking forward to see your reaction of the whole album.
Thanks for reaction to chanyeol song black out
my personal favorite from this album is 'clover'
The whole album is so refreshing, i loooove the vibe!
Thank you so muchh
You don't know how much I've been waiting for this 💌
Thank you for your reaction, you should look at the whole album songs, it definitely deserves AOTY