How Raye Made ‘Escapism’ a Smash Hit | The Breakdown

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  • @jessicafoulger2177
    @jessicafoulger2177 ปีที่แล้ว +1440

    I love how passionate Raye is about her art. So much thought to every intrinsic detail.

    • @bartpickford1836
      @bartpickford1836 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Definitely agree. So versatile and she has great presence. She shapes the lyrics in such a meaningful way, all of which makes the music so three dimensional

    • @Scortch-bonnitli7yg
      @Scortch-bonnitli7yg 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      She’s a Christian after all wonder how the Muslims feel

  • @therookiezpresents
    @therookiezpresents ปีที่แล้ว +777

    i actually always preferred "done decision" to dumb decision lmaooo so interesting to hear the story with that

    • @maryanneevans8812
      @maryanneevans8812 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Me too!!!!

    • @chaimaamlouk
      @chaimaamlouk ปีที่แล้ว +55

      Trueee!!! I always sing done decision instead of dumb. It just sits perfectly for me

    • @manaralobaidi3444
      @manaralobaidi3444 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same

    • @sallystevenson7741
      @sallystevenson7741 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      1000000%!!!!!

    • @sskudra
      @sskudra หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      100% agree. It sits perfectly in this song.

  • @charlottestannoo
    @charlottestannoo ปีที่แล้ว +633

    Will surely go down as one of the best songs of the decade, just doesn’t get old 🔥

    • @JackCarrollNumber1
      @JackCarrollNumber1 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      you best believe i will dancing to it in 2030

  • @normalizenatalie
    @normalizenatalie 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +273

    pushing your earrings back like they're your hair is so slay

    • @urbanzs
      @urbanzs 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      White people stop using aave wrong challenge: Impossible

    • @rizzzzzyyyyyyyyrizzzzz
      @rizzzzzyyyyyyyyrizzzzz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The slayest. 💅🏾

  • @caolanmurray5640
    @caolanmurray5640 ปีที่แล้ว +684

    RAYE is a real artist she is passionate about her music, these days there isn’t good music but RAYE’s new music is so good. RAYE made a no skip album most of her songs on the album are underrated like five star hotel

    • @adamdevereaux2713
      @adamdevereaux2713 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      There’s tons of good music. Tons of passionate and intentional artists who make good music.

    • @caolanmurray5640
      @caolanmurray5640 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      ​@@adamdevereaux2713the most popular artist don't have good music like raye anymore that's why underrated artist should be heard because most underrated artist have good music

    • @charlotteerika2455
      @charlotteerika2455 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      this comment has made me save it

    • @Kendricklamarslawyer
      @Kendricklamarslawyer 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@adamdevereaux2713but the real artists who produce and write their own music aren’t as famous as mainstream artists that don’t write and produce their own music.

    • @jazzy4cool
      @jazzy4cool 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Maybe try to delve into something out the mainstream ?

  • @osmanhyusmen
    @osmanhyusmen ปีที่แล้ว +232

    I just love how passionate this girl is. She is such an artist, the lyrics the vocals… this girl CAN sing. The song is amazing, she feels it. I want her to be great pop star!

  • @ulazolla635
    @ulazolla635 ปีที่แล้ว +153

    I wish she gets recognized. Her album deserves a Grammy!

  • @PeachyKeeners
    @PeachyKeeners ปีที่แล้ว +179

    I love how in love she is with creation. And her voice is SO beautiful wow. I would love to hear a live jazz/blues performance from her

  • @emmasmith3823
    @emmasmith3823 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +41

    I love the dumb/decision line because you can see who hears what and can decide yourself what word you like better because they both fit.

  • @apple44326
    @apple44326 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    I love how Rolling Stone values and shares the stories of artists and puts them in the spotlight not just as singers but as well rounded multifaceted creatives showcasing ALL their talents.

  • @mrlately
    @mrlately ปีที่แล้ว +86

    It feels so good seeing talent wins ♥ Leaving a major label and then getting the biggest hit of your career must be exciting af.

  • @jessicay8207
    @jessicay8207 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    i just cant believe i used to know her and went to the same school and now shes a legendary pop star - it is SO COOL

    • @freehand6127
      @freehand6127 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How was she in school? Was she just as cool?

  • @LilyRatcliffe
    @LilyRatcliffe ปีที่แล้ว +46

    She is truly incredible I could listen to her talk for years and years

  • @SophiaFerro
    @SophiaFerro ปีที่แล้ว +95

    I still want her to perform in American awards and Grammys. She’s all over Europe but America only knows Escapism and she has so many other amazing songs as well: Black Mascara, Flip A Switch, Hard Out Here, that can still blow up at any moment. On top of the unreleased hit songs she has for example: Fantastique(MY JAM) and Born Again which I hope make it to a deluxe version or her sophomore album ❤ I discovered her when “Secrets” came out and that’s the only song I had from her until Escapism and one day I got High and fell in love with her and haven’t looked back ❤

    • @Open_Space0718
      @Open_Space0718 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      When you're an independent artist you don't need America, the Corps insist on that for money. But when you're doing it yourself that stateside thing isn't the most important thing. That idea is changing now.

    • @melizmatea
      @melizmatea 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      omg you are so right! She's beyond almost any other performer out there right now, she should be heard! But I bet she will be! Surely SNL gave her some good exposure and I hope that kickstarts things because that was one of the best performances I've seen on there in years!

  • @thatandreamusic
    @thatandreamusic 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    So glad she mentioned how hard it is to do live. Been trying to cover this the past week and the amount of control you need to get all those words oit

  • @melsyoutube
    @melsyoutube ปีที่แล้ว +58

    escapism deserves a grammy nomination for song of the year.

    • @SexyJess_190
      @SexyJess_190 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And she deserves Best new artist!

    • @Happy-your1
      @Happy-your1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Absolutely 💯

  • @conacc
    @conacc 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I discovered Raye 4 years ago and I just knew she would explode the pop scene. The passion, the talent, the voice, the flow, the production …. She’s an amazing artist

  • @DADDYCHAD875
    @DADDYCHAD875 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Listening to her debut album was THE BEST decision i've ever made honestly. I remember not that long ago hearing about it on Twitter and then i was blown away by the music. It was so refreshing to hear something brand new with in-depth lyrics and it's not just something shallow and empty like most music nowadays. She gave me hope for music cuz i gave up on listening to brand new music cuz i thought that music was dead but WOW Raye has reinstated my hope that new music can be good and they cam have depth and be highly introspective and can be GREAT. 👍 😊❤️

  • @JTytshorts
    @JTytshorts ปีที่แล้ว +21

    She is an incredible artist and performer. So happy she’s gotten the attention her music deserves.

  • @jas_bataille
    @jas_bataille ปีที่แล้ว +38

    It's great to finally see an artist of this caliber acknowledging the genius of her collaborators. She doesn't have any issues with her ego... many times there are so many genius people involved in the production of a single song but they never ever get credited. Bravo!

  • @Joy-hs8zc
    @Joy-hs8zc ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Raye is awesome!! And her debut album is too. Definitely an artist I'll be following.

  • @CBoxAlmighty
    @CBoxAlmighty ปีที่แล้ว +13

    It’s beautiful how she talks about music

  • @damiendalgaard5524
    @damiendalgaard5524 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Ever since i was i little boy i cant remember an artist that i was so passionate about and so in love with, like i am with Raye. She is everything.

  • @IamSHAR_
    @IamSHAR_ ปีที่แล้ว +3

    she's my absolute favourite for sooo may reason. Raye please keep on Raye-ing

  • @lunisali4814
    @lunisali4814 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I really feel that passion in the music video! It's a masterpiece. And 070 is so good on this track, that voice from the darkness... I've been really hit by this song, it was so fresh in the musical landscape then. A huge "risk" I guess : the "codes" haven't been respected, even the length of the track. But it's soooo good! Thank you Raye and your team for this!

  • @syncl_rity
    @syncl_rity ปีที่แล้ว +17

    RAYE is a gamechanger. Songs like this
    aren’t “supposed to” go to Number 1.
    Loved hearing the very much D.I.Y.
    process behind some parts of the
    music video. Also glad she told us
    about the cover, clarifying that
    it is the inside of her mouth
    - she really aimed for the
    stars and shot for that.

  • @GundL0213
    @GundL0213 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Amazing breakdown, the context around shooting the video and the artwork is mad. Love her energy;

  • @jojociara5201
    @jojociara5201 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a beautiful human being with incredible voice and talent, genuine and humble to the max. Give her a Grammy ASAP

  • @samnewman4314
    @samnewman4314 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    How did they not play RAYE’s hard out here!!!

  • @ksamband
    @ksamband ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Really shows her in a great light when you only know that hit. A great moment with her.

  • @michalshababoofficial4347
    @michalshababoofficial4347 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Amazing, exceedingly talented, honest, real artist. So glad you are out there and getting more and more recognition

  • @d.j.w.wordsandsounds8429
    @d.j.w.wordsandsounds8429 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    0:08 😮 The scating gets me every time. GO RAYE!🦂

  • @ShredderTainment
    @ShredderTainment ปีที่แล้ว +5

    She had me hooked when I watched her tiny desk… such a beautiful human!

  • @XiePepper
    @XiePepper ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You deserve the world! ♥

  • @AnaDaSilveira
    @AnaDaSilveira ปีที่แล้ว +21

    this is one of my favourite songs of all time. seeing her in Toronto opening for Kali was amazing. she's absolutely incredible live and such a great performer. very excited to see what the future looks like for her, I'm sure it's pure greatness.

  • @desireme3019
    @desireme3019 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Raye is a genius so intentional in her art!

  • @abdullahjaved0330
    @abdullahjaved0330 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Came here after her Brits night and wow, so glad she got her big moment. What a talent!

  • @inanotherworld3270
    @inanotherworld3270 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Raye you are just a superstar. Felt so lucky to hear Escapism first in Amsterdam. What a song it feels how you intended. Its a fucking hit! Love you

  • @Airbubblepodcast
    @Airbubblepodcast ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You created a masterpiece! The song is like nothing I've heard, it has heart and soul.

  • @Empressofthoughts
    @Empressofthoughts ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I always knew she's gonna be a super star

  • @AndriMeliti
    @AndriMeliti 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    oh shes just the realest I can't. She's such an amazing artist and so incredibly funny

  • @fkaangel
    @fkaangel ปีที่แล้ว +16

    she is such a true artist. if you’ve had the pleasure to see her live (i saw her open for kali uchis this year) and she is INCREDIBLE live. the only song i knew going in was Escapism and i left a full fan. she had me in chills her entire set and made me cry during Ice Cream Man. i hope she keeps getting all the flowers she’s been getting with this album

  • @perryjones7771
    @perryjones7771 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    She’s a mixture of Adele and Amy but retro.

    • @Illogical_Tales
      @Illogical_Tales 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Can you please explain?

    • @Soleil_.99
      @Soleil_.99 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Not at all, she’s Raye

  • @onkabetsempye9192
    @onkabetsempye9192 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I thought Escapism was the best thing ever, I thought you can't top that, and then she delivered GENESIS.

  • @oulasuliman7135
    @oulasuliman7135 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    For adopting the piano version of escapism in live shows

  • @norbylive
    @norbylive ปีที่แล้ว +30

    That piano version was brazy, real artist

  • @slpurdy1159
    @slpurdy1159 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Explain me this…it’s August 5 - why have I not tired of My 21st Century Blues after playing it almost every day since the 1st week of March. Maybe each song hits different but mostly I think the vocals are magical and when I pay attention…I find it hard to believe. Vocals, speech, rap…all on point and the engineering is Stevie Wonder-like. Clearly my album of the year. Thank You RAYE. She calls Mike Sabath a genius & that’s exactly how I feel about her.

  • @JTytshorts
    @JTytshorts ปีที่แล้ว +2

    She is so cute how she gets excited about her art💙💙💙

  • @Happy-your1
    @Happy-your1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    She is so talented.. pure perfection

  • @mollywg
    @mollywg ปีที่แล้ว +7

    people NEED to stop sleeping on Raye like ???? the work ethic the passion the talent like come on

  • @kailaredwine
    @kailaredwine ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love the song & her! 🫶🏽✨

  • @BeingTiffany
    @BeingTiffany ปีที่แล้ว +2

    shes such an amazing artist, even more so hearing her live!

  • @zanti551
    @zanti551 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    4:18 ughhh this is my FAVOURITE part

  • @marisoul9285
    @marisoul9285 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love, love, love this record! When I first heard it last year I was going through it!!!! This song got me through a lot of dark times ❤
    Congratulations Raye on all your success ❤💪🏼🥳

  • @ilikedabeans9971
    @ilikedabeans9971 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Important tip: Sort comments by newest to see comments that youtube hides.

  • @tommih597
    @tommih597 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely fell in love with her voice the first time I heard the album

  • @LAVISHING
    @LAVISHING ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for everything my friend!

  • @sophiae165
    @sophiae165 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great Lyrics. A reminder of how I felt in moments back then.

  • @zanti551
    @zanti551 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    her hairrrr >>>>>

  • @mrlately
    @mrlately ปีที่แล้ว +13

    GRAMMYS YOUR BETTER PAY HER RESPECT

    • @KeciasTourLife
      @KeciasTourLife 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      And they totally slept on her! 😡

  • @charlotte4219
    @charlotte4219 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The way she explained it so professional. 🎉❤

  • @czaffy
    @czaffy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Omg, I love this girl so much..🧠❤️

  • @chasingjohn
    @chasingjohn ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Such a talent. Such an artist.

  • @stansmith3239
    @stansmith3239 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She is so wonderful ❤

  • @fabianraad
    @fabianraad 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved this behind the scenes 💘

  • @bartpickford1836
    @bartpickford1836 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've never been bored of or disappointed by rayes music or performances.

  • @caramelbaba
    @caramelbaba ปีที่แล้ว +3

    we dont see real passion these days, love love love Raye

  • @itsyellama3595
    @itsyellama3595 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Raye deserves everything 🤍🤍

  • @AlexPGSV
    @AlexPGSV ปีที่แล้ว +1

    amazing

  • @kadenisrice
    @kadenisrice ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i got to see her live in detroit and it was one of the best moments of my life. she is SO good

  • @amritokhan1694
    @amritokhan1694 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Escapism is my anthem of the last decade yo. What a beast.

  • @mirfangu
    @mirfangu ปีที่แล้ว +2

    my top 5
    1. The Thrill is Gone
    2. Oscar Winning Tears
    3. Escapism
    4. Hard Outhere
    5. Marry Jane

  • @oc5939
    @oc5939 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Raye is an incredible artist. Once in a lifetime talent. 🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @aal3yiah
    @aal3yiah ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This woman has my whole heart

  • @NogaAsherGoshen
    @NogaAsherGoshen 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    you can really hear her passion un her songs, that's very special

  • @johanwerther
    @johanwerther ปีที่แล้ว +2

    God, that song is so incredible.... Historic

  • @leak.9786
    @leak.9786 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I’m still mad that this song didn’t win a Grammy…. should’ve won Best Pop Duo/Group Performance

  • @ButterflyFan74
    @ButterflyFan74 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Genius period! Super star ❤

  • @Moyopheus
    @Moyopheus ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an amazing track, what a machine of a song!

  • @coadyt.benett2678
    @coadyt.benett2678 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    😢❤I love you Raye

  • @itsmyremoteviewingjourney6656
    @itsmyremoteviewingjourney6656 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    love the lyrics of the song, they connect...super talent!

  • @roybrolsbeak
    @roybrolsbeak 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I really hope you will do more of this kind of music, more acoustic, less poppy. It suits your beautiful voice. you have a gift, use it wisely.

  • @cristyang
    @cristyang ปีที่แล้ว +2

    what a GREAT record this song is.

    • @cristyang
      @cristyang ปีที่แล้ว

      also, the video it's amazing...

  • @EDM024
    @EDM024 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Incredible.... This woman is incredible

  • @voyageusesuisse7541
    @voyageusesuisse7541 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    She is so incredible!!!!

  • @tugceo3
    @tugceo3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i absolutely love this woman

  • @kyliejenner312
    @kyliejenner312 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Raye my love♥♥♥

  • @kylemathew6503
    @kylemathew6503 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Raye deserves all the success after what she’s been through. She never gave up and people recognise and appreciate the hustle. So proud of you gurl ❤

  • @CaioEvertonTB
    @CaioEvertonTB ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I swear to God if this song doesn't get a Grammy for SOTY

  • @ngafiofficial
    @ngafiofficial 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bruh her voice always heals this part of me

  • @vintagecherries
    @vintagecherries ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Her voice is GOLD. She is the second greatest vocalist after Adele but the industry doesn't give her good songs to showcase her vocal range.
    I love escapism but I want to see more soul & jazz songs from her. She's the new Amy Winehouse.

    • @schminktisch
      @schminktisch ปีที่แล้ว +10

      There’s no industry who gives her songs. She’s indie and decides which songs to release!

  • @trutheretic
    @trutheretic ปีที่แล้ว

    One of the best beats of the last 10 years

  • @elisachacon9246
    @elisachacon9246 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful!!! 🥺

  • @thishawkins
    @thishawkins ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing🐐

  • @samnewman4314
    @samnewman4314 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    RAYE is amazing

  • @amayaraymond4486
    @amayaraymond4486 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Masterpiece ❤ this song

  • @dontrunk
    @dontrunk ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this woman omg i can imagine a session with her ❤

  • @yurielcundangan9090
    @yurielcundangan9090 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    She always entertain 🎉🎉

  • @Whyamiherel0l
    @Whyamiherel0l ปีที่แล้ว

    Don’t think it’s the best song ever this decade but good enough to know it’s in top 20 and a well
    Crafted song.
    10/10 for execution

  • @rockcandysweet
    @rockcandysweet ปีที่แล้ว

    i love her, i just do, she is so passionate about her music