The Cranberries - Zombie - Reqeusted reaction

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[JimmyJupp]

Dolores O'Riordan (lead singer) wrote this protest song about the two young victims of an IRA bombing at a shopping Centre in Warrington England in March 1993.

[TinaCBR]

Thank you for reacting to this song ! Dolores wrote this song after my home town in England was hit by 3 bombs ! The first one failed and 2 terrorists were arrested and when the UK courts system refused to release them they set 2 more bombs in our town centre !
I was 14 at the time, when they placed the bombs on a highstreet which gets packed, especially on the day before Mothers day where families went shopping to buy Mothers their cards and gifts..
When the first bomb went off it sent all those still able to run straight into the second bomb, killing 2 children and injuring countless others myself included !!
This song is held in the hearts of all that remember this day.. A day which still gives me nightmares both asleep and awake..
Again thank you for your reaction to this and RIP to Dolores, the people of Warrington will always keep you in their hearts ❤

[tonylyons]

Just to correct Daniel..Delores actually wrote this song about two very young English children " Boys" It happened in Warrington in the UK . The bomb was placed in litter bin by the IRA. They both lost their lives..How do i know?...because Iive here .😢

[GergLounge]

Thank you for the solemn appreciation and respectful insight on the subject matter

[acorrado]

Thanks for your reaction. Delores O'Riordan from The Cranberries was suppose to reprise her vocals in a cover of this song with Bad Wolves in 2018 but died the day they were supposed to record it together. I would highly recommend that you react to the Bad Wolves "Zombie" cover and tribute to Delores while this one is fresh in your mind- it is a stunning tribute and cover!

[markdermody]

I am so glad you get the meaning behind this song as it was hard hitting and all about 'The Troubles' as the Northern Ireland Conflict was more widely known to the people at the time! This song was written about the deaths of 2 young children bombed by the Provisional IRA as they stuck at the heart of Britain by bombing Manchester! It's a true protest song asking for resolution! ❤️‍🔥

[NateOlson]

America is on the brink of this today. I have cancer so I won't be around, but I hope you all remember we're all Americans in the days to come.

[christophersmith]

Absolutely a masterpiece this song reached N01 in 26 countries! Great reaction thanks 🙏

[angelastant]

Well done for a great reaction to a brilliant song about conflict and all it entails! RIP Dolores!

[sabinasabina]

Free Palestine. I grew up in Uk with three countries always obressed, South Africa (apartheid), Northern Ireland and Palestine. Before social media came along. It was what we were seeing in the news. I get this song because I lived in England during the troubles and enough was enough- what can I say other than history just keeps repeating itself.

[Pyanfar]

Every time I watch this, my chest gets tight, and my eyes moisten 😪

[IAMisLove]

A performance that deals with a tough issue. A great reaction. 🖖❤

[patricialehrke]

New subscriber .Born again, so glad you showed up as I was scrolling.Looking forward to more insightful reactions.

[teej-hw]

The bi g dealio here is the sound she keening, weeping for the dead .. . . a custom in many countries. And Irelend.

[shmick]

This is certainly one of the most powerful songs ever recorded, and the music video elevates it further.

While the subject of the song is specific to the Irish experience, the imagery, pain and overall message are universal and can be adapted to other situations.

Adding the concept of the “zombie” to describe people who could make a difference but don’t just adds another layer.

[ChristineKelly]

R.I.P Tim Parry and Jonathan Ball. The two children aged 3 and 12 killed in the atrocity that was the Warrington Bombings😢😢😢

[espenvippen]

It was written by the lead singer, Dolores O'Riordan, about the young victims of a bombing in Warrington, England, during the Troubles in Northern Ireland.

[Pyanfar]

Thanks one more time! ❤ I love it too!This video is heartbreaking.

[AaanElle]

“Music is a reflection upon the place from which it was created” or words to that effect, just earned you a Subscribe, sir.
Yes to all you said about this song. Dolores O’Riordan was an angel, gone too soon.
❤

[vinesinloops]

Love the background, love the shirt and most importantly, I love you man!