Nope. She went to the protest, and he stayed back. He was close by, could hear the commotion, but did nothing except explain to the authorities, "I'm just sitting in my car and waiting for my girl" The slow realization... She's not coming back.
He also says "She's scared that I will take her away from there. Dreams that her country left with no one there" - maybe he's saying something like hes forein and potentially they are looking at leaving the country to go back to his? Maybe this is one last protest before they leave even?
I think the “Was fashion the reason why they were there?” line is also referring to all of the merch/ pop culture references that have come out of Tiananmen Square, specifically the image of “tank man”
I always say Serj sounds like a mournful angel in "Those" moments. If you listen to System you will know exactly what I mean. For anyone that is interested, listen to Holy Mountains but be sure to do your research first.
The fact SoaD could make a point so clearly with only 8 lines of verse is incredible. You sure did just go down that rabbit hole MrLboyd and I'm glad you did and your gleaning is more understanding than most. You are amazing for even giving them a chance. 🔥🤘
I always assumed it was from the POV of a father/husband/boyfriend of someone who got killed in Tiananmen Square sitting in their car waiting on their girl to return... but they never did because of Tiananmen Square.
Amazing how this song is the better part of 20 years old and still relevant today. Check out Serj (lead singers solo work and also Daron lead guitarist other project the Scars om Broadway. Both amazing and very system like
I understand the reasoning behind reacting to the live versions as you've stated before due to dmca, hopefully you've taken an opportunity to listen to the studio versions offline!
It’s the best watching your videos! You’re so knowledgeable you almost always know exactly what people are talking about. It’s incredible honestly. Great content!
I remember hearing that "I'm just sitting in my car waiting for my girl" Is what a suicide car bomber told authorities before he blew himself up. That is where that comes from, sadly.
I would love some more reactions to their "Steal this Album" Innervision Bubbles Boom! A.D.D. Mr.Jack Highway song Ego Brain Thetawaves They hold up to current events but like 16 years too soon 🥲
I'm just sitting in my car and waiting for my girl ( gram) I'm always felt this song is commenting upon all the real struggles in the world while Americans just obliviously live in consumerism
except we cant really help how other countries decide to rule over their people, it's not our position to grant democracy on any country that may not want it.
except that's not the meaning behind that part. It's literally about sitting and waiting in the car for someone who is dead and won't come back because they protested against oppression and was killed.
Whenever I hear this song, or somebody mentions Tiananmen Square, I always recall the video clip of a tank running right over their own citizens. I watched the coverage on a little 13-inch dial TV sitting on a kitchen chair. Same with the coverage of the initial night strikes in Baghdad at the beginning of Desert Storm.
What’s crazy is you listen to a lot of these System of a Down songs and the messages that they’re saying in them is a lot of stuff that’s happening in America right now it’s pretty crazy kind of timeless in a way
Kind of. What's especially disturbing about America though is you essentially have 2 sides that think they're on the side of freedom, but the only difference between those sides are what specific rights they want to take away.
Love your reactions! Try to listen to the live versions from 2000-2005 since that's when they were at their prime. I recommend System of a Down - Mind (Live BDO 2002) - HD/DVD quality ;)
2:55 "You should always try not to vote against your own interest, just for the sake of owning the... fill in the blank." It's not that easy, though, is it? When a society is filled with this much misinformation, determining who is working in your interest, or even what your interest even is, is not a very easy thing to do. We're all blind, in one way or another, trying to find a way out of this, trying to make the world a better place. The only way to make it out is by working together, talking with eachother. And that is key. The only way to recognize evil is by looking at the people that want to silence others and divide people. Look for those calling for censorship and hatred, and stay well away from them.
Was fashion the reason why they were there. China actually said that fashion was the reason they were there, that there was no massacre when this happened. Little in the nose for SOAD they usually use abstract imagery for their meaning lol
I liked the video before you even started analyzing it, this was the song i wanted you to break down the most out of all SOAD songs, and i was not disappointed in the slightest. Keep doing what you do
I always viewed the mention of "is fashion the reason why you were there?" as not something to do with clothing, or being hip and trendy, but as against fascists. Standing against Fascism. Also, a good song, that popped into my head for ya, is from Nonpoint - What a Day.
Cream- Anyone for tennis has a similar deep political story behind it referring to Thich Quang Duc (the burning monk). Fear Factory - Freedom or Fire is also about that same situation
anon here..... i trully love all your videos mate. as long as you keep your PURE good vibe, and your honesty is ... killer. thats why we are here/ to hear. Dont ever quit! one love.
It's like when people say "Those people are only protesting because it's trendy" Like, oh yeah? Were the kids in Tiananmen Square just there because it was trendy to be? People are far more likely to believe in the validity of protests elsewhere than at home.
I always thought the "I'm just sitting in my car ect..." was them being meta. I used 2 always listen 2 soad in my car while the Mrs ran in and out of the shop. I figured the propaganda bit was just about the deep "musings" u think of while waiting :)
I still remember seeing the video for the first time on MTV (looks like crap now lol) and that riff has just stuck with me ever since then, still play it regularly.
Came across your Chanel and love your thoughts about the soad lyrics and you seem to know a lot about politics and the world. Heard you live in Spain but you are American right?
Nope. She went to the protest, and he stayed back. He was close by, could hear the commotion, but did nothing except explain to the authorities, "I'm just sitting in my car and waiting for my girl" The slow realization... She's not coming back.
He also says "She's scared that I will take her away from there. Dreams that her country left with no one there" - maybe he's saying something like hes forein and potentially they are looking at leaving the country to go back to his? Maybe this is one last protest before they leave even?
Holy shit never thought about that. I've always wondered why the chorus seems disconnected from the verses but it all make sense now!
Truth
@@softlikerocks That is some 1000iq type shit
Thank you for explaining that. Just put a puzzle piece in my brain
I think the “Was fashion the reason why they were there?” line is also referring to all of the merch/ pop culture references that have come out of Tiananmen Square, specifically the image of “tank man”
Those two could go toe to toe with any opera singers anytime ... What a pair of beautiful singing voices
I always say Serj sounds like a mournful angel in "Those" moments. If you listen to System you will know exactly what I mean. For anyone that is interested, listen to Holy Mountains but be sure to do your research first.
The fact SoaD could make a point so clearly with only 8 lines of verse is incredible. You sure did just go down that rabbit hole MrLboyd and I'm glad you did and your gleaning is more understanding than most. You are amazing for even giving them a chance. 🔥🤘
Didn't realize this was just posted. Dope.
Been a minute since I’ve listened to this song. Feeling nostalgic
Unbelievably talented band. Terrific riffs, transitions, energy ! And this drummer has to be top 5.. kills it every song.
Never actually listened to the lyrics on this one deeply - thanks
This was dope - I HIGHLY recommend Holy Mountains by SOAD
I always assumed it was from the POV of a father/husband/boyfriend of someone who got killed in Tiananmen Square sitting in their car waiting on their girl to return... but they never did because of Tiananmen Square.
That's the thing though.
That's exactly it
Your break downs are amazing. Your ability to lyrically analysis this experimental rock and rap music is worthy of applause.
Your interpretations of soads lyrics are simply amazing. I love and agree with your visions and opinions. Congratulations from a Brazilian soad fan.
Best reaction I’ve seen. Thank you for reading the lyrics. Their music is so much about the lyrics. 🙌
Amazing how this song is the better part of 20 years old and still relevant today. Check out Serj (lead singers solo work and also Daron lead guitarist other project the Scars om Broadway. Both amazing and very system like
I love their vocal harmonies. Also I’m digging the live reactions, I haven’t seen anyone else doing that so it’s kinda cool!
been waiting for this one since the 1st reaction to them
I’m watching this while currently sitting in my car...... waiting for my girl to finish her doctors appointment 😳🧐
I was at the filming of this video. Great track choice/reaction.
I understand the reasoning behind reacting to the live versions as you've stated before due to dmca, hopefully you've taken an opportunity to listen to the studio versions offline!
oh he does, at least the ones he's interested in.
this song definitely deserves a special re-listen
I believe he said he bought toxicity the album
I kinda like the live reactions nobody else does this as good as he does.
I think after the reaction, he should listen to the album version offline, and then comeback and comment on it at the end of the vid.
It’s the best watching your videos! You’re so knowledgeable you almost always know exactly what people are talking about. It’s incredible honestly. Great content!
I remember hearing that "I'm just sitting in my car waiting for my girl" Is what a suicide car bomber told authorities before he blew himself up. That is where that comes from, sadly.
That video was recorded at the Van Andel in Grand rapids, Mi., I believe. If that's the footage, I was in the nosebleeds. It was an amazing concert
I would love some more reactions to their "Steal this Album"
Innervision
Bubbles
Boom!
A.D.D.
Mr.Jack
Highway song
Ego Brain
Thetawaves
They hold up to current events but like 16 years too soon 🥲
he reacted to ego brain and Mr jack
Love this song, and soad. Glad you are experiencing them. Worth it
I respect you brother. We need more of you.
Awesome video but I'm still waiting for suggestions (lowlands soad)
holy mountains :)
yes please
LIAR! KILLER! DEMON!
he did
Let’s gooooo!! I’ve been waiting for this once since you started System of a Down
I'm just sitting in my car and waiting for my girl ( gram)
I'm always felt this song is commenting upon all the real struggles in the world while Americans just obliviously live in consumerism
except we cant really help how other countries decide to rule over their people, it's not our position to grant democracy on any country that may not want it.
except that's not the meaning behind that part. It's literally about sitting and waiting in the car for someone who is dead and won't come back because they protested against oppression and was killed.
Great live good song great in concert
This was also about the ban of blue jeans/ Jean material. That is the fashion that he brings up and part of the protest that was happening.
Whenever I hear this song, or somebody mentions Tiananmen Square, I always recall the video clip of a tank running right over their own citizens. I watched the coverage on a little 13-inch dial TV sitting on a kitchen chair. Same with the coverage of the initial night strikes in Baghdad at the beginning of Desert Storm.
If you look you cannot find a video of the tank running people over the tank goes right past him.
@@theghostofdemonratspast9580 admittedly, I was in junior high so perhaps my perception was skewed.
@@jessicashenefield1546 its a common misremembering i see alot look up mandela effect
What’s crazy is you listen to a lot of these System of a Down songs and the messages that they’re saying in them is a lot of stuff that’s happening in America right now it’s pretty crazy kind of timeless in a way
War Pigs - Black Sabbath
Kind of. What's especially disturbing about America though is you essentially have 2 sides that think they're on the side of freedom, but the only difference between those sides are what specific rights they want to take away.
This happens every time a government gets too much power.
Love your reactions! Try to listen to the live versions from 2000-2005 since that's when they were at their prime. I recommend System of a Down - Mind (Live BDO 2002) - HD/DVD quality ;)
System of a down- BOOM official video
The hated song of soad , not so good
I'd LOVE to see you react to Serj Tankian's solo song "Occupied Tears," which has a fairly similar message to this one. Powerful song.
2:55 "You should always try not to vote against your own interest, just for the sake of owning the... fill in the blank."
It's not that easy, though, is it? When a society is filled with this much misinformation, determining who is working in your interest, or even what your interest even is, is not a very easy thing to do. We're all blind, in one way or another, trying to find a way out of this, trying to make the world a better place. The only way to make it out is by working together, talking with eachother. And that is key. The only way to recognize evil is by looking at the people that want to silence others and divide people. Look for those calling for censorship and hatred, and stay well away from them.
If he loves System, he's got to check out "Scars on Broadway". It's Daron Malakian's solo band.
i remember when SOAD did that MTV concert on nat tv when this album released. back in the good ole days when music tv was actually music tv
Was fashion the reason why they were there. China actually said that fashion was the reason they were there, that there was no massacre when this happened. Little in the nose for SOAD they usually use abstract imagery for their meaning lol
this live performance was actually the music video for the song
This probably the best song they wrote
I liked the video before you even started analyzing it, this was the song i wanted you to break down the most out of all SOAD songs, and i was not disappointed in the slightest. Keep doing what you do
I absolutely love your videos. I like that you try figure out the meaning behind the song
SOAD- Soil
Great breakdown btw
love this one
My favorite of SOAD! Keep the vids
First!! Love the channel and your input on all things!
YES!! I couldn't wait for you to listen one. Studio version is much better
Please react to " this cocaine makes me feel like im on this song" by soad, 2005 live
I appreciate your knowledge of history
The car bit was just him sitting in his car waiting for his girl, but I always think of Lady Liberty as the one I'm waiting for
Oh damn this was recent what up guys
I always viewed the mention of "is fashion the reason why you were there?" as not something to do with clothing, or being hip and trendy, but as against fascists. Standing against Fascism.
Also, a good song, that popped into my head for ya, is from Nonpoint - What a Day.
Cream- Anyone for tennis has a similar deep political story behind it referring to Thich Quang Duc (the burning monk).
Fear Factory - Freedom or Fire is also about that same situation
anon here..... i trully love all your videos mate. as long as you keep your PURE good vibe, and your honesty is ... killer.
thats why we are here/ to hear. Dont ever quit! one love.
You should do five finger death punch - wrong side of heaven
Please do suggestions~big day out
Thanks 👍😊
Lol finally someone reacting to this song who knows what tiannamen square is
please react to tentative or soilder side
It's like when people say "Those people are only protesting because it's trendy"
Like, oh yeah? Were the kids in Tiananmen Square just there because it was trendy to be? People are far more likely to believe in the validity of protests elsewhere than at home.
You might enjoy disturbed as well
I always thought the "I'm just sitting in my car ect..." was them being meta. I used 2 always listen 2 soad in my car while the Mrs ran in and out of the shop. I figured the propaganda bit was just about the deep "musings" u think of while waiting :)
My favorite soad song!
I still remember seeing the video for the first time on MTV (looks like crap now lol) and that riff has just stuck with me ever since then, still play it regularly.
@@FatGuyLittIeCoat Definitely. The intro and the harmonies did it for me. Only gripe is I wish it was a longer song.
Could you react to "Lonely Day", from that same live? The ground was too perfect, I'm hopefully waiting!! Nice video, like.
please react to System of a down song MIND 2002 Big day out.
Studio version is epic
This song is becoming relevant again… wow
Tiannamen square is an interesting one for this as I wouldn't know if they would be in favor or against that protest.
Tentative and soldier side please 🙏and yes this song is so beautiful
how have you not heard this song ….. like really …
Came across your Chanel and love your thoughts about the soad lyrics and you seem to know a lot about politics and the world. Heard you live in Spain but you are American right?
You should react to "The Return " from shadow of intent. Its a very nice Song.
post holy mountains byu system of a down in yerevan :D:D:D
"dudes, specifically bros, basically ok"
I never looked up the lyrics to this song, so I had no idea it was about the -3000 social credit massacre.
do mind 2002 big day out
2:09 they are banned from china and turkey and i think a few other places because they don't pull punches.
Hypnotize, is an excellent song. About drugs. Cocaine and heroin mainly.
temper, patterns, soil &suggestions soad songs please
next up, Mesmerize
Oooooh if I may make a recommendation, I’d love to see you react to Iron Sky by Paolo Nutini!
I was today years old when I found out he wasn't sitting in his car waiting for his gun
My mom thought that too lol
The transitions tho
System of a down - PLUCK (2002, Montreal). Check this one out please 🙏
Truth. In this day and age just like Tom MacDonald says the protesting is posting on IG and complaining instead of taking action.
Instant like!
BTW, I highly recommend checking Tech N9ne ft. Serj Tankian - Straight Out The Gate
oh yeah this is a banger
I have an idea , react to a lyrics + Live in one video 💙💙💙
SOAD - Suggestions
You need to check out spiders by s.o.a.d it will blow your mind!
I'd love to see you react to "Prison Song" by SOAD🤣🤣
Your reactions and commentary are soooooo fucking good. Also, 5:15 made me laugh 😂
Let's post the truth in social media. Oh wait then there's that whole censorship thing...😶🤐
Holy Mountain
You need to check out the song Tentative by System of a Down.
SOAD Holly Mountains pls
Hi! Keep up the good work - greetings from Germany to Spain! :-)
My request: Tool - H
🖤🖤🖤
REACT: BOOM- SYSTEM OF A DOWN PLEASE
Question you gotta