Every time I hear this song, I think of my friend Elizabeth, a young and tall freshman in college, soft-spoken but passionate, always with a sense of grace, dignity and, above all, beauty. The Staves were her favorite band, but it was only after her sudden passing in late February that I found out about these three women. Each time I hear this song, I can't help but think of Lizzie's soft smile and the look she'd give you, a look of innocence but also of knowledge and wisdom far beyond her years. Thank you for this song. I don't know what else to say except that.
You, Elizabeth and the Staves are all still important, loved, remembered and thought about! What a precious tribute to your friend! I hope you will always give her a thought! Terri
6 years had past since I last listened to this song. Since then, I had never ever thought about this song anymore, not even on a single day. Suddenly tonight, out of nowhere before going to sleep, these female voices kept playing in my head. It’s amazing how after all these years, I am still able to remember the lyrics and the rhythm. Our brain can be fascinating sometimes.
These young women are SO talented it surprises me they haven't had more success either on TH-cam or on the music scene. They are spectacular. Love the tight harmonies... they voices as sisters blend beautifully.
These ladies are absolutely outstanding ... Harmonies only heard by John, Paul and George before - and such a soulful and groovy finale ... Luv The Staves :-)
Staves song's always touch me, but some, like this one, "carve" on me one particular frase... "why is it you whisper when you really need to yell" goes on and on in my mind... what a beatiful song...
i believe this was the first Staves song i heard in the Austin to Boston documentary, and i was sold, i was mesmerized! took me a while to find what song title it had, but wow i found it and it's gorgeous! Glad I discovered this amazing trio!
This is such a pleasure to listen to this song again & again, in the street, in my car, in the Eurostar, anywhere ! It lights up my days. And I can tell you that those girls are among the nicest artists on the UK scene. They're the real deal ! Run to your record shop & buy their album (or simply click on the iTunes link ;-)). Now !
The rhythmic and asynchronous timing of the vocals at the end of the song is something of extraordinary musical quality.. It is something I strive for when I individually express myself through music. In listening to all music, I focus on that--the notes.. not the words, because they might not apply to every audience. This song, however, strikes both. :) Keep writing, Staves!
the Staves right now after listening to MANY of their performances have the BEST harmony out there. I tyhink their main issue is that their songs are not as provoking, politcal or as diverse as CSN..but they are young;lets see how they develop..they were one of the best FINDS of the year for me on yotube.. beautiful voices that meld into ONE!
Very cool :) seems like it's a videosong à la Jack Conte...What you see is the actual recording session (otherwise its a v. simple video - but still nice even if it is lip-sync'ed)
Brother, you will never know all the things I did for you many years ago singer singing songs of pain time may spin and years may pass the song is still the same tender woman mourns a man sits in silent sorrow with a bottle in her hand. tell me all you need to tell why is it you whisper when you really need to yell troubles in tow go wisely and slow (x2) Mmmm mmmm mmmm (x a lot) brother (x2) brother you will never know (x3
@TheLadyJaneDarcy That is exactly what I thought - I read Romeo and Juliet after I heard this, and listening to it a second time with the story in mind really fitted with the song. Good spot!
05-05-2019: reckless and abandoned---despite the tremendous efforts now being made towards a sure and lofty path---i can't and won't help it, that's the shadow i cast. it's true, i'd rather be stupid than wrong.
How do we fo that LOL--DEAR STAVES_-have started a HUMBLE request---to do a cover of the CSN song HELPLESSLY HOPING as we feel it would give your harmonies great expressive power and join generations of fans with a great cover of a song very hard to cover due to its 3 part harmonies. . it is a =song well worth your voices. Respectfully.. Piggy :L)
Well that;s funnier....I hope the yare familiar with that song lol....would blow CSN's mind if they heard that song remade by The Staves..... OK that is two requests...maybe yo ucan get CROSBY to guest lol...
This song is not only boring, but it's also annoying. Their shrill voices and the dull, repetitive melody begin to irritate me after only a couple seconds. I've now worked with two people at two different jobs who think it's okay to play this song ad nauseam.
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Every time I hear this song, I think of my friend Elizabeth, a young and tall freshman in college, soft-spoken but passionate, always with a sense of grace, dignity and, above all, beauty. The Staves were her favorite band, but it was only after her sudden passing in late February that I found out about these three women. Each time I hear this song, I can't help but think of Lizzie's soft smile and the look she'd give you, a look of innocence but also of knowledge and wisdom far beyond her years. Thank you for this song. I don't know what else to say except that.
wow.
Keep strong. You will definitely meet your friend Lizzie again.
God Bless
You, Elizabeth and the Staves are all still important, loved, remembered and thought about! What a precious tribute to your friend! I hope you will always give her a thought! Terri
"Tendeeeeeeeer...." What a chord!
a timeless masterpiece
Three part female vocal harmonies melt my heart ❤️
In that case, I'd like to direct your attention to The Wailin' Jennys' song "One Voice" if you haven't already heard it. :)
Haven't listened to this for a while, it's so gorgeous. The harmonies on the word "tender" get me everytime. Love that part.
6 years had past since I last listened to this song. Since then, I had never ever thought about this song anymore, not even on a single day. Suddenly tonight, out of nowhere before going to sleep, these female voices kept playing in my head. It’s amazing how after all these years, I am still able to remember the lyrics and the rhythm. Our brain can be fascinating sometimes.
These young women are SO talented it surprises me they haven't had more success either on TH-cam or on the music scene. They are spectacular. Love the tight harmonies... they voices as sisters blend beautifully.
These ladies are absolutely outstanding ... Harmonies only heard by John, Paul and George before - and such a soulful and groovy finale ... Luv The Staves :-)
it may be going back a few, but it's definitely worth the trip... check out the Roches, three sisters who do amazing harmony.
@@vanessatuttle3986 thanks for the lead! Have you listened to The Wailin' Jennys? Some satisfying harmonies there too.
words cannot describe how great this is.
So beautiful. This album makes driving 3 hours to and from home and uni so enjoyable.
So beautiful, love your harmony. Thank you for that.
Staves song's always touch me, but some, like this one, "carve" on me one particular frase... "why is it you whisper when you really need to yell" goes on and on in my mind... what a beatiful song...
The best close harmony singing since the Andrews Sisters... And that I'd a compliment!
I get shivers from those harmonies. Goodness.
i believe this was the first Staves song i heard in the Austin to Boston documentary, and i was sold, i was mesmerized! took me a while to find what song title it had, but wow i found it and it's gorgeous! Glad I discovered this amazing trio!
Every time I think I've decided on my favourite Staves song ...
singing with your eyes closed
I've seen them live , they opened the concert of bon iver , and it was magical , their voices in perfect harmony . It was beautiful. ♥
This is such a pleasure to listen to this song again & again, in the street, in my car, in the Eurostar, anywhere ! It lights up my days. And I can tell you that those girls are among the nicest artists on the UK scene. They're the real deal ! Run to your record shop & buy their album (or simply click on the iTunes link ;-)). Now !
Amazing..... Thank you Staves !!!
What a bad group! Wicked vocals!
They are certainly bad, yes.
The rhythmic and asynchronous timing of the vocals at the end of the song is something of extraordinary musical quality.. It is something I strive for when I individually express myself through music. In listening to all music, I focus on that--the notes.. not the words, because they might not apply to every audience. This song, however, strikes both. :) Keep writing, Staves!
that is extraordinary.
Amazing! I love them! They are so unique!
Oh those harmonies. I must have your album.
using this song to to audition for my school choir tomorrow wish me luck!!!
wow...Lizzie's Tast in music has done something 2 me i cannot understand yet...Ty 4 immortalizing her like that ........
Nowhere in the world will you find better harmonies !
I like this version better than on the album
oh wow this is breathtakingly beautiful
Perfect harmony.
TOUT SIMPLEMENT EXCELLENTE VOIX ..
Beautiful.
I felt exactly the same thing as soon as I was 10 seconds down the video :) love their voice!
Lovely.. Well played.
love this
I love this a lot.❤
MAGNIFICENT
Oh my entire god
Awesome. Really an amazing inspiration.
amazing song, amazing voices...
amazing
Love this song so much!
I'm in love with all of them.
the Staves right now after listening to MANY of their performances have the BEST harmony out there. I tyhink their main issue is that their songs are not as provoking, politcal or as diverse as CSN..but they are young;lets see how they develop..they were one of the best FINDS of the year for me on yotube.. beautiful voices that meld into ONE!
ahhh the goosebumps
Eu ainda conheço arte de verdade quando a vejo. Obrigado Staves.
A M A Z I N G !
Heavenly.
goosebumps all over
Solid
yeah. yes. yup.
Deadly!
THIS is music
+watermelonsoda121 i totally agree, i hate all this chart stuff, its not real music, but this is pure bliss :)
This is white woman shopping at a candle store music.
Now That is Great Singing, & It should stop anyone in there tracks to Listen
For that is Real Music & Wonderful Vocals
Thanks Girls
i melted
PS> wouldnt you love to hear them do a cover of HELPLESSLY HOPING!!
they did now... it‘s on their instagram :)
Yay
Crosby Stills ans Nash have been reborn as beautiful women :)
Go ahead and tour with Fleet Foxes when they come back
3 seconds in: "Yep, I'm downloading this."
Very cool :) seems like it's a videosong à la Jack Conte...What you see is the actual recording session (otherwise its a v. simple video - but still nice even if it is lip-sync'ed)
can you do a full cover of long time gone
Brother, you will never know
all the things I did for you
many years ago
singer singing songs of pain
time may spin and years may pass
the song is still the same
tender woman mourns a man
sits in silent sorrow
with a bottle in her hand.
tell me all you need to tell
why is it you whisper when you really need to yell
troubles in tow
go wisely and slow
(x2)
Mmmm mmmm mmmm (x a lot)
brother (x2)
brother you will never know (x3
Dear Staves, we are helplessly hoping that you'd cover "Helplessly Hoping" for us. Much love :)
@TheLadyJaneDarcy That is exactly what I thought - I read Romeo and Juliet after I heard this, and listening to it a second time with the story in mind really fitted with the song. Good spot!
Yes, that would be just the song. We should probably send a request!
Evan sent me here on this glorious morning
are they using 421s for vocals??
Sure looks like it.
Ya'll are beautiful.
life is good :)))))))))
Tell me all you need to tell, why is it you whisper when you really need to yell...
I hope you've got it now - I have mine; signed; two copies, greedy pig that I am!
No comment!
Everytime i saw or hear them i wonder if they are sisters/triplets, i really dont know. Can someone tell me?
05-05-2019: reckless and abandoned---despite the tremendous efforts now being made towards a sure and lofty path---i can't and won't help it, that's the shadow i cast. it's true, i'd rather be stupid than wrong.
24-05-2019: happy birthday Gabe!
I own approximately 19 152 of those listenings.
Their album helped me to survive hell x
@PiggyPikeMusicLike and ashis p
There's a video of them singing Helplessly Hoping during Glastonbury 2012
Is the title an allusion to the line in Romeo & Juliet? I
الحمد الله ما بعرف اقري انكليزي
How do we fo that LOL--DEAR STAVES_-have started a HUMBLE request---to do a cover of the CSN song HELPLESSLY HOPING as we feel it would give your harmonies great expressive power and join generations of fans with a great cover of a song very hard to cover due to its 3 part harmonies. . it is a =song well worth your voices. Respectfully.. Piggy :L)
Good getting lots of comments
Well that;s funnier....I hope the yare familiar with that song lol....would blow CSN's mind if they heard that song remade by The Staves..... OK that is two requests...maybe yo ucan get CROSBY to guest lol...
CLAPPING.
:'(
This song is not only boring, but it's also annoying. Their shrill voices and the dull, repetitive melody begin to irritate me after only a couple seconds. I've now worked with two people at two different jobs who think it's okay to play this song ad nauseam.
bit rude innit