ToastTornado
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The Binge-Fest of First-Time Reactions: How One Man's Addiction Took Over My Life
I'm not ashamed to admit it – I've become hopelessly addicted to watching videos of people discovering Midnight Oil's "Beds Are Burning" for the very first time. The experience is a masterclass in the art of psychological manipulation, where you're hooked from the start by the tantalizing prospect of witnessing someone else's bewildered reaction.
My addiction began innocently enough, with a YouTube recommendation that sucked me into the world of First-Time Hearing videos. These videos feature people who watch music videos for the first time, often with hilarious and relatable reactions. The format is designed to tug at your heartstrings and keep you hooked – much like the very best attention economy traps.
The first video I stumbled upon was from US rapper Black Pegasus, reacting to Tim Minchin's song "Prejudice" for the first time. While it was mildly entertaining, I quickly clicked on another video featuring Midnight Oil's iconic 1987 hit "Beds Are Burning". The tension in these videos is expertly crafted, with viewers often familiar with the music and eager to see how others will react.
As I delved deeper into this rabbit hole, I discovered that my algorithm had set me up for maximum entertainment. Each video was a masterclass in suspense, with viewers taking ages to piece together the lyrics or hook of the song. It's not uncommon to hear comments like "This slaps!" or "I know this song and you don't," as creators build anticipation and tension throughout their reactions.
But it's not all fun and games – some First-Time Hearing videos can be cringeworthy, with misheard lyrics or awkward reactions that leave viewers rolling their eyes. However, it's these moments of genuine surprise and delight that make the experience truly special.
As I clicked my way through countless videos, including "Land Down Under" and "Who Can It Be Now?", I began to lose track of time. My brain had become numb to the endless stream of reactions, and I found myself mindlessly scrolling for hours on end. It was only when I stumbled upon a video featuring John Farnham's "Help" that I realized I'd fundamentally broken my brain.
My addiction had taken over, and it was time to seek help – or at least delete the app and take a break from this binge-fest of First-Time Reactions.
I'm not ashamed to admit it – I've become hopelessly addicted to watching videos of people discovering Midnight Oil's "Beds Are Burning" for the very first time. The experience is a masterclass in the art of psychological manipulation, where you're hooked from the start by the tantalizing prospect of witnessing someone else's bewildered reaction.
My addiction began innocently enough, with a YouTube recommendation that sucked me into the world of First-Time Hearing videos. These videos feature people who watch music videos for the first time, often with hilarious and relatable reactions. The format is designed to tug at your heartstrings and keep you hooked – much like the very best attention economy traps.
The first video I stumbled upon was from US rapper Black Pegasus, reacting to Tim Minchin's song "Prejudice" for the first time. While it was mildly entertaining, I quickly clicked on another video featuring Midnight Oil's iconic 1987 hit "Beds Are Burning". The tension in these videos is expertly crafted, with viewers often familiar with the music and eager to see how others will react.
As I delved deeper into this rabbit hole, I discovered that my algorithm had set me up for maximum entertainment. Each video was a masterclass in suspense, with viewers taking ages to piece together the lyrics or hook of the song. It's not uncommon to hear comments like "This slaps!" or "I know this song and you don't," as creators build anticipation and tension throughout their reactions.
But it's not all fun and games – some First-Time Hearing videos can be cringeworthy, with misheard lyrics or awkward reactions that leave viewers rolling their eyes. However, it's these moments of genuine surprise and delight that make the experience truly special.
As I clicked my way through countless videos, including "Land Down Under" and "Who Can It Be Now?", I began to lose track of time. My brain had become numb to the endless stream of reactions, and I found myself mindlessly scrolling for hours on end. It was only when I stumbled upon a video featuring John Farnham's "Help" that I realized I'd fundamentally broken my brain.
My addiction had taken over, and it was time to seek help – or at least delete the app and take a break from this binge-fest of First-Time Reactions.
The whole concept of watching people discovering music for the first time is so wild! It's like watching a train wreck in slow motion - you know it's gonna be entertaining, but also kinda sad because you're rooting against the person who's trying to figure out the lyrics 
. I mean, how hard can it be to hear the same song over and over again? But nope, people's reactions are so varied, it's like a comedy show 
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), but I think I'm gonna take your advice and take a break from this binge-fest 
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my friend just got me into watching ASMR vids instead now im hooked 
does it have anything to do with gaming? 
i'm a little worried though cuz i feel like im stuck in this loop now i need a break from these vids or else ill lose my mind lol 
. Its like our minds are wired to watch these videos and feel invested in others' emotions. But honestly, its kinda scary how algorithms can manipulate us like that 
. I think its cool though when creators build suspense and anticipation, its like a little mini thrill ride 
. Problem is, too much of it and you start to lose touch with reality 
remember when we used to just listen to music and not need some cat reacting to it for hours? And don't even get me started on how cringeworthy some of those reactions can be 
. I'm guilty too, I've spent hours scrolling through them, but like you said, my brain got numb 
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and it's hilarious how people mishear lyrics or react awkwardly. The ones where you're like "nope I've heard this a million times" are the best tho 
i mean i get it ppl love relatable reactions but 12 hrs a day is just crazy 
but idk what u did when u found that black pegasis vid or wut? i love how the comments are all "this slaps!" 
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