REACTION to HELVEGEN - Wardruna and Aurora (Live)

My mother-in-law requested that this was played at her funeral. I can't really describe it, but it somehow managed to soothe and yet amplify the grief of the mourners simultaneously. I'll always think of that wonderful woman when I listen to this song

This is the best reaction video so far, without interrupting the music, so I like it when more is said at the end and subtitles are displayed during the song. Well done!

You are not the only one. I have seen this video many times and it still hits me in the gut and soul to where it makes me want to cry, especially after knowing the translation of the lyrics and the powerful message. It really takes you into a time in history in the viking era of sorts and you feel immersed in the tribal community of that time... and I am not even from that part of the world. Beautiful reaction Sabina.

I'm glad I'm not the only one who gets emotional about this song. A totally supernatural experience!

This song is definitely going to be in a movie in the future

One of the absolute best concerts I've ever been to.

Aurora seems to be vibrating with divine power, teetering on the brink of madness as she channels the gods.

I also cried the first time I heard this. All the same words you used; powerful, primal, yearning, hypnotic, crystal for Aurora…ancestral. For those open to it, it reaches a very ancient part of our soul… it feels like actually hearing the past, and sharing a message from those of long ago. Those sounds must be in our DNA. It comes as no surprise to know that this is a funeral chant. That is exactly what it feels like I want to have this played at my memorial

It takes your breath away, doesn't it. It's powerful and you can feel the heartbeat... Thank you for the reaction! Saludos desde Valencia España ✌️

This song, and especially that Aurora participation version does still have this very effect on me every time I listen to it. Can I say a special thank you for delivering such content, not interrupting the song and instead writing, and at the end you say what you have to say. I mean, it's the best format I have seen up to now for video reaction. It's so respectful. I'm subscribing to your channel right now!

Just crying.... deep emotions.... an echo from our history here in Scandinavia

There’s another Norwegian singer that did a cover of this, “Kalandra” I think she also did amazing and may be worth a watch!

By far my favourite reaction video of them all! Thank you Sabina, you have made me love this song even more, it gets to me quite the same way. And hey 10k of the 76k views are MINE🌞😎♥️♥️♥️

Bruh embrace the emotion, and cry the tears of your ancestors. I really loved the genuine reaction though, this is such a powerful song. Love from Scotland.

Hello, Sabina. This hit me the exact same way as it did for you. Very primal, raw and beautiful at the same time. And this stuff reminds us of your and my heritage, being Nordics. Much love from Norway ♥♥♥

Holy hell. You didn't listen to this. You felt it - all of it, deep inside. Exactly how I felt the first time hearing this. Rewatch and turn on captions for the translation. Its about singing beloved ones to the other side.

Great reaction! I had a similar experience the first time i heard it; touched me to the core. Also, I can relate that you appreciate those instrumental moments for their significance, power and beauty. Aurora's voice in Helvegan makes me tear up every time.

The best and only reaction one can ask for. Not much words. But speaks volumes

You can always trust that Wardruna does a song about Norse mythology spot on. This song is focused on a very important aspect of Norse mythology and that is how anyone is remembered after death. On the road to Hel (Helvegen), who will sing about me? In old old times one of the only ways to be remembered was to be told stories about at the fireplace. Often in the form of a song. There is songs for the heroes and songs for the one we don't like (nidviser). After the drumbeats stops (he mimics the last heartbeats of a person), Einar sings two verses from Håvamål (verse 76+77) that is exactly about being remembered. Only people with a good reputation will be remembered. Also as a side note, Hel has nothing to do with Hell. Hel is not a place of punishment. Hel is a place for gathering of the dead, ruled by the queen Hel. Some of the dead will be selected for special parts of Hel. They are brave warriors and maidens. First Freya will chose half to join her in Folkvangr and Odin takes the rest to join him in Valhalla. In Valhalla they prepare for the big battle to come, Ragnarok. If you die during training in Valhalla it is of no consequence as you are revived every day to join the daily party before continuing training the next day.

Thank you for this! I would recommend you watch it again with subtitles. The lyrics are so beautiful and powerful. It moved me even more today than usual, I just found out my grandad doesn't have long left. I'm not a religious person, but it somewhat comforts me thinking there's life after death (even though I don't believe in such).