Our FIRST reaction to BABY METAL 'GIMME CHOCOLATE'

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[practicewhatyoupreach]

When i first heard tgis song it was "oh no, not for me". But i gave them a second chance. Since then, i have not regretted doing that. To me and countless others, BabyMetal has been more than just new music. Whatever mood im in, i listen to them. Makes my day better.

[emb]

Their older songs were very kawaii/cute since 1. the girls were 11-13 years old when they formed the group in 2010, and 2. Su-metal, the lead singer, even says in an interview that they wanted to make metal music that young girls could relate to. So they had songs like "Doki Doki Morning" (2011), their very first song, being about getting up and getting ready (I believe for school), "Uki Uki Midnight" which is about a girls sleepover and getting full on snacks, which is about a 15 year old girl going to her first metal concert, "Gimme Chocolate" about wanting chocolate but worried about her weight, and "Catch Me If You Can" which is about playing tag, or hide and seek with a Japanese ogre, just to give a few examples. As BABYMETAL got older, their music and topics matured as well, which is definitely noticeable on their last 2 albums "Metal Galaxy" (2019) and "The Other One" (2023). 🤘🦊🤘

[mabel]

Babymetal is a legendary group. They invented a new genre and inspired lots of japanese groups after them, they killed every big arena (Budokan, Tokyo Dome etc.) when they were literally kids/teens, they played and collaborated with huge western groups, they were and still are the biggest japanese act in the West, they are simply legendary. Please react to more songs and performances from them, they have combined metal with like dozens of other genres and have an amazing discography.

[slaphead]

This is the video that went viral over ten years ago so is often the first one selected by reviewers. It's actually the studio recording dubbed over a live performance. The backing band, Babybones, were miming to a backing track at the actual show. Later that same show the Kami band, some of Japan's finest musicians, came on and were the support instrumentalists for all shows going forward. From 2019 The Kami Band of The West (American musicians) were also added to the line up and have supported them regularly ever since. GMC is a fun song which either draws people in or puts them off. I'd recommend finding a true live performance to see why Babymetal are the most popular Japanese band internationally.

[Will_I_am]

Nice reaction :) Gimme Chocolate was my introduction to BabyMetal and, to be honest, I wasn't really sold on them but I couldn't get the lead singers voice out of my head. So I went back and watched 'Headbanger!!!' from the Legend of 97 concert (97 was the year the lead singer, Su was born and she'd just turned 16 the day before) and I was totally blown away! That's my suggestion for your next song. They've been at it for 10+ years, have 4 studio albums, 70+ songs and a ton of live material. Enjoy the ride!

[undertaker]

one thing babtmetal is really known for is their live performances the participation of the fans make them enjoyable and its something that all ages enjoy in the concerts youll see fans from toddlers all the way to people of the third age. I been to a few concerts and they never disappoint.

[htusda]

In 2010, it all started from BABYMETAL. When they first appeared, metalheads criticized them as being gimmicks and they had things (like bottles) thrown at them, but they continued with strong convictions (with smiles on their faces by the way) believing that metal did not always need to be negative and dark. ALL their songs are positive (never blame anyone in any of their songs). When they were still 13, 12, they appeared on TV and when asked what their future goals may be, they said, "World Domination." which critics hated since they had not been performing abroad. Now get this: in 2023, they performed 97 live shows in 25 countries - most sold out fast. I was at three of them: Japan, US, Spain. I was twirling a towel and running around in the circle pit in Japan, and I was 74 years old at the time. After BABYMETAL, I have listened (and gone to live show) for BAND-MAID and think they are great, listen to Lovebites, Mary's Blood... and many others, but have returned mainly to BABYMETAL. They always make me smile and keep a positive attitude. 🦊🦊🦊

[bocatampere]

Even Babymetal is not my cup of coffee, I have to give them respect cause their popularity helped a lot the whole rock/ metal-scene from Japan to the all over the world.

[VegetaRabbit]

BABYMETAL is probably the most popular and influential metal act to come out of Japan. There have been a few earlier bands that have had some success outside Japan, like X Japan and Maximum the Hormone, but BABYMETAL took it to another level. The KAMI band that provides the metal music behind them are made up of hired guns that are all S-tier musicians.

[jamespappas]

I have been reborn. I've been waiting for this band my whole life and didn't know it until now. I cannot wait to see them. They should be the biggest thing on the planet.

[safrisaleh]

BABYMETAL is the most unique metal experience in the world right now coming from Japan 🇯🇵. Not only their appearances, their style, and everything that surrounds them visually and backing Babymetal for live shows are an incredible band "The Kami Band". They’re so passionate about metal but music in general they know everything about the metal music discography after watching Metallica perform on stage. Babymetal created a new sub genre of metal call "Kawaii Metal" or Cute Metal. Babymetal created a very special feeling, and experience within the entire metal community. They work extremely hard to create something unique for every community ranging from the young, teenagers, middle age to old school metalheads. Babymetal may not be on everyone's metier but if you don't like it's ok. Babymetal paves the way for other Japanese 🇯🇵 bands to be recognized worldwide. BABYMETAL may not be everyone Forte but respect them. This video was taken in 21 December 2013 at the "Makuhari Messe" with BABYMETAL original trio comprises of Suzuka Sakamoto aka Su-Metal, Moa Kikuchi aka Moametal and Yui Mizuno aka Yuimetal. Yui Mizuno left BABYMETAL in 2018 cited health issues". Kitsune Up 🦊🦊🦊🤘🤘🤘🇯🇵🇸🇬#notacult.

[titoshinshi]

BabyMetal = fun, fun, fun. They're certainly making history. Nice reaction thank you.

[LouieGrandie]

Here are some fun facts about this song and the group

1. Gimme Chocolate was named one of the most important metal songs of the last 10 years
2. Dragon Force performed this song with BabyMetal
3. The Red Hot Chili Pepper performed this song with them.
4. They are buds with Metallica and Slipknot
5. They had a cameo in Corey Taylor's video
6. They performed the Judas Priest classics Pain Killer and Breaking the Law with Rob Halford of Judas Priest
7. They are the only Asian group to ever hit #1 on Billboards Top Rock chart.
8. BabyMetal and Black Pink are the only albums by girl groups in history to enter the Top 10 of Billboard’s World Albums Year End Chart.
9. In a recent interview Corey Taylor of Slipknot was asked who he listened to at home and he said "BabyMetal"
10. In 2015 Vogue Magazine Japan named them Women of The Year.


As for what to watch next:

1. Head Banger - Legend of 1997 - your will have to change your entire concept of audience reaction. Your headphones will fly off your head.
2. Road of Resistance Live in Japan - Generally considered one of the finest recordings of a live performance ever by anyone.
3. Pa Pa Ya feat. F. Hero

When Metallica saw them live they said they were astonished by their awesomeness

[しーちゃんの使徒]

I'm Japanese. Thank for your reaction.
BABYMETAL is not metal band but 'METAL DANCE UNIT'(in official). And they are already adults now. 😁
The vocalist is always selected as one of the top rock singers in the world by famous music magazines in the United Kingdom and is called 'Queen' in the metal world.😍
Now, let's embark on a journey to get to know BABYMETAL with us.😄

[euthehiro]

Babymetal is the quintessential of Kawaii metal, this concert was 10 years ago, today with 14 years on the road they are the OG of actual metal scene in Japan. They poped the cultural bubble and spread Japan music to the west.
They made a amazing concert in PIA arena with great quality videos, take a look at Monochrome Live ( aways look for Live versions, The stage is their natural habitat )
Welcome to the Fox hole🤘🦊

[react-o-mat]

Great reaction guys!
They are my absolute favourite now, but it wasn't instantly and that's partly because they have just such a diverse catalogue!
Just keep exploring 🤘🦊🤘

[laughingbuddha]

To really see what this band did to lift themselves from obscurity, watch their first concert in a big metal concert abroad, surrounded by all the big names in the genre.
It always makes me emotional, seeing the incredible courage of three tiny Japanese teenagers win over a crowd of(60.000!) metalheads. If you are in for witnessing a miracle, watch Ijime, Dame, Zettai live at Sonisphere, 2014. You will not believe your eyes, guaranteed!

[chrisegbertky]

Like an idol group on steroids. Genius combo of hyper cuteness with tremendous hard rocking music. In a big way BabyMetal opened a lot of doors to the West for other Japanese acts. They are far more successful than any other Japanese musical act . . . at least for now. Not sure how anyone could ever throw shade on BabyMetal - adorable dance and vocals with a foundation of really great hard rock. What's not to like?

[staceysrug]

Since returning from a nearly two year hiatus in January of 2023 BABYMETAL has reclaimed it's place as one of top metal bands in the world. You should continue your journey into the Foxhole to understand what the Kitsunes all know, BABYMETAL is not your average metal band

[ricocampos]

I'm sorry that you are, only now, discovering BabyMetal!! They have been performing since 2010! This show is from 2014, so it's already 10 years old! At that time, after four years of performances, they already brought together audiences of 40 thousand people! This is an "OLD" video and was made to reach more diverse audiences, but I hope you watch it too now that you know the harder videos. Give preference to live performance videos, which is where they shine!