FIRST TIME Reaction To The Cranberries - Zombie

This one of those songs that no cover can ever do it justice. Delores's voice is too unique and no one could ever imitate it.

Great reaction. Probably already been said, but Dolores wrote this after two young boys were killed my home town of Warrington. I was there with my own kids just the day before. The inflection in her voice is called ‘keening’ and is used at Irish funerals. RIP Johnathan, Tim and the wonderful Dolores.

i was an english soldier posted to nothern ireland during the "troubles" and it was not a good time for anyone.. every single irish person i met was really nice and kind. warfare turns people into mindless zombies that just follow orders.

The Cranberries are absolutely one of the best bands to come out of the 90's. Dolores wrote this song in response to the death of Johnathan Ball, 3, and Tim Parry, 12, who were killed in the IRA bombing of Warrington, northwest England. Two devices hidden in litter bins were detonated Johnathan Ball died at the scene of the bombing, five days later Tim Parry lost his life as a result of head injuries. Their were 56 others were injured on that day. It was only after the death of Dolores O'Riordan in 2018 that Colin Parry (Tim's Father) found out the song was about his son.

This song always gets me emotional. Especially, since Delores's passing.

r i p dolores fantastic singer and a great band with an iconic song that is still known after all this time

React as you see fit, say what you feel. Be you and don’t worry about comments. Ps, damn that drummer is feeling it.

I lived this song sadly. I was born in Belfats in 1977 , grew up around Sevastopol Street and Northumberland. This Song holds a lot of memories and alot of scars for my generation. I hope you all understand how close it is to happening again. not justt in N.Ierland, but in the States to. =(

I tear up from the opening riff. Such an incredibly intense song.

It gives me goose bumps too that unique voice from an amazing woman . She's a national treasure

You definitely never get sick of hearing it. I have been listening to it for almost 30 years now and it gives me chills every time! Dolores was supposed to be on the Bad Wolves cover too, but she died before she could. The Bad Wolves video is a complete tribute to her.

For years, I listened to this song without knowing the context (the tragic events) that inspired it. The context explains the way of playing of drummer Fergal "Patrick" Lawler, who seems to rage against this murderous madness.

Delores had such a unique voice and her decision to meld more traditional Irish singing techniques (the up notes she does at the ends of some phrases in this song is an example of one such technique) with modern music really made her stand out as a vocalist

Oh babe, don't you worry about people who can't grasp the concept of generational gap - you are young and all you guys are served with are current hits. The fact that you are open enough to listen to about any genre speaks of you as a person. This channel speaks of you as a person. Your honest reactions above all speak of you as an honest and eclectic person. Haters do not speak of you in any way. Be yourself and don't let anyone's negativity ruin your day. Hugs

Delores vocal technique is called "Keening" or sean-no`s. It's a traditional Gaelic/Celtic form of singing almost wailing to morn death. Very fitting given what this song is about.

The Cranberries are incredible. That voice... My favorite song is actually very different. You might enjoy Will You Remember.

First off, sorry some gave you grief about not knowing the Cranberries. I give mad credit to the Bad Wolves for their tragic by triumphant tribute to the memory of Dolores O’Riordan. Back when I was in college I heard what I still consider the most beautiful and haunting voice coming down the hallway from my dorm. I followed it to a room where some of the guys in my dorm were listening to the Cranberries’ “Linger.” I stood at the open doorway jaw dropped as the guys listening to the band’s CD for the first time sat transfixed. After the track ended I asked the guys who was singing and they showed me the CD. I got on my bike immediately and ride to the record store to by The Cranberries’s CD “Everyone Else Is Doing It, So Why Can’t We.” I played it over and over again that week, I was so enchanted with Dolores O’Riordan’s soulful brogue; it was truly the first, and last, time I fell in love with a celebrity. Unfortunately I never got to see The Cranberries live in concert. I have a picture of Dolores hung in my room next to photos of the two other musicians I most admire, Tom Petty and Cyndi Lauper. Dolores’ singing in The Cranberries’ “Zombie” is so incredibly iconic. I’m actually glad you saw the Bad Wolves version first. It was fantastic in itself, but it also got you to react to the version I hold most dear to my heart, the original sung by Dolores O’Riordan, my she rest in glory.

One of the best songs of my 70 years and unfortunately, still relevant, in general.

I am so sorry you were attacked. That is not fair. I saw your Bad Wolves cover of Zombie and I love that cover. Do NOT EVER apologize for not knowing everything. Not one of us could. You stepped into the stream where you were. It is perfect. Let go of anything negative. It just means they care more about themselves than you. The world doesnt need more self centeredness so take a deep breath and let go of their BS. It is not yours to own. Your are unique in your view and it is beautiful. Be you. Always. Be authentic. The world needs to see more of the hearts of those strong enough to be authentic.

If you really love her voice, might I suggest Linger, Dreams and Go Your Own Way. The live versions are great.