❤ "Sometimes there's so much beauty in the world, I feel like I can't take it, and my heart is just going to cave in." how I feel about Sufjan's new album. bless you! thank you! get well soon!
I have been listening to Sufjan since I first heard “To be alone with you” on an episode of The OC back in what, 2004? Of all the great music that show gave me, nothing has come close to the visceral connection I have had with Sufjan through the years. Each album comes at different times and seasons in life- at great highs and extreme lows.. and the melodies become, in away, sewn into my mental DNA. It’s hard to explain, and maybe better left unsaid… but his music cuts me in two, and I’m left with a sense of humility and sadness- but yet still a small candle remains lit with hope.
How could a song be this good. I don’t understand. I don’t think this is humanly possible. When the drums kick in at 1:36 I literally ascend. I’m not here anymore. I go straight to heaven.
I remember you from other Sufjan videos. I was worried because I wasn't seeing your comments anymore. But reading you again makes me happy. How are you doing? I send you lots of love.
@@azulceleste7202 I am absolutely touched and humbled you remember me! Thank you for remembering a stranger so kindly. My journey these last 12 years has brought to my knees and shattered me into pieces, when what I long for is peace. If you'd like the highlights (really lowlights!), let me know. How are YOU and yours? My heart aches for our beloved Sufjan, and yet loss/suffering is a part of our lives. It can break us and yet remake us. Forever changed and forever hopeful. Light and Love, MaRia 💜💙💜
If you're not familiar with Flannery O'Connor's work, her short story "Everything that Rises Must Converge" is a great place to start. It was published in 1965, the year after her death. You can get it in several collections through your local library, or even have it read to you here on youtube! th-cam.com/video/83HEGMU_N68/w-d-xo.html Also, if there's any chance that Sufjan or anyone on his team is reading this: thank you for sharing this album with the world. I've been listening with tears in my eyes. What a beautiful tribute to your partner. I'm sorry for the pain you've gone through and just want you to know you aren't alone. Your artful music and lyrics have meant so much to so many people over the years. I'm just one of them. I'm thankful for you.
Woah, thanks for your comment. I’m obsessed with The Violent Bear it Away, but I’ve never read “Everything that Rises..” if it’s anything like “The Violent Bear it Away” I’m sure I’ll love it. I must get my hands on it now ASAP. So glad I read these comments, and nice to find another O’Conner/Sufjan fan. This song is so beautiful, I concur.
I was actually searching for the audiobook on youtube and found this song instead! I used to listen to Sufjan Stevens a lot in the past, had no idea he had a new album. I read Flannery a lot in college and revisiting her now that it's been several years.
Hey ,First heard you on radio 6 music , you are incredible!!!! your songs and tone really hit a delicate part of everyone that listens. I also know you are in a bit of trouble yourself, just know you have a lot of people routing for you, stay strong life is one rough tough bitch sometimes. x
@@cfbg lol ironic because your reading comprehension game was not there for this comment. they’re talking about the bubble letters at the very beginning / in the thumbnail. they say “must conserve” for some reason. do you read?
Soaring. Lovely, sweeping musical arrangements … pity he’s played into Christian heaven and hell concepts but grief acts in mysterious, unnerving ways. I love the music, but the superstitious lyrics here play into divisive dichotomy good/bad, angel/demon language of the church …
Is this your first time listening to Sufjan Stevens? He has lots of Christian ideologies, parables, psalms, proverbs, and hymns throughout his entire catalog...
Repentance is such a gift.
❤ "Sometimes there's so much beauty in the world, I feel like I can't take it, and my heart is just going to cave in." how I feel about Sufjan's new album. bless you! thank you! get well soon!
Tender hearted sentient being
Masterpiece Hands Down
This one's my favourite. Absolutely incredible.
Really love the texture and soundscapes in this. The blend of analog synths and electronic percussion over the acoustic guitar and vocals is superb.
I have been listening to Sufjan since I first heard “To be alone with you” on an episode of The OC back in what, 2004? Of all the great music that show gave me, nothing has come close to the visceral connection I have had with Sufjan through the years.
Each album comes at different times and seasons in life- at great highs and extreme lows.. and the melodies become, in away, sewn into my mental DNA.
It’s hard to explain, and maybe better left unsaid… but his music cuts me in two, and I’m left with a sense of humility and sadness- but yet still a small candle remains lit with hope.
I just love the new weird vibratos he uses on his voice throughout the album. It's one of his greatest works so far!
I wonder if he is using a chorus effect or just doing it with his voice?
this one, especially this one, absolutely this one, this one def rises
How could a song be this good. I don’t understand. I don’t think this is humanly possible. When the drums kick in at 1:36 I literally ascend. I’m not here anymore. I go straight to heaven.
God's and Angel's be with you dearest Sufjan. Healing will come to you... I will pray, fast, and meditate for your recovery.
I remember you from other Sufjan videos. I was worried because I wasn't seeing your comments anymore. But reading you again makes me happy. How are you doing? I send you lots of love.
@@azulceleste7202 I am absolutely touched and humbled you remember me! Thank you for remembering a stranger so kindly. My journey these last 12 years has brought to my knees and shattered me into pieces, when what I long for is peace. If you'd like the highlights (really lowlights!), let me know. How are YOU and yours? My heart aches for our beloved Sufjan, and yet loss/suffering is a part of our lives. It can break us and yet remake us. Forever changed and forever hopeful. Light and Love, MaRia 💜💙💜
@@SensoriaMaRia Of course I'd like to know about your story. And thank you for asking about me, I'm very well.
God bless, Sufjan.
This is so wonderful - it touched me with wet eyes - Love from Germany
Exquisitely beautiful track from an incredible masterpiece from Sufjan. Thank you.
If you're not familiar with Flannery O'Connor's work, her short story "Everything that Rises Must Converge" is a great place to start. It was published in 1965, the year after her death. You can get it in several collections through your local library, or even have it read to you here on youtube! th-cam.com/video/83HEGMU_N68/w-d-xo.html
Also, if there's any chance that Sufjan or anyone on his team is reading this: thank you for sharing this album with the world. I've been listening with tears in my eyes. What a beautiful tribute to your partner. I'm sorry for the pain you've gone through and just want you to know you aren't alone. Your artful music and lyrics have meant so much to so many people over the years. I'm just one of them. I'm thankful for you.
Woah, thanks for your comment. I’m obsessed with The Violent Bear it Away, but I’ve never read “Everything that Rises..” if it’s anything like “The Violent Bear it Away” I’m sure I’ll love it. I must get my hands on it now ASAP. So glad I read these comments, and nice to find another O’Conner/Sufjan fan. This song is so beautiful, I concur.
I was actually searching for the audiobook on youtube and found this song instead! I used to listen to Sufjan Stevens a lot in the past, had no idea he had a new album. I read Flannery a lot in college and revisiting her now that it's been several years.
If Sufjan's soul doesn't touch your soul in some way then I'm sorry, there's just no hope for you. Love you Sufjan, heal in all ways and thank you. 💛
Thx for your music ❤❤❤
Get well soon, friend!
Thank You!❤
AHHH I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS ALBUM AND I LOVE YOU SUFJAN! I WISH YOU A SPEEDY RECOVERY ❤️🩹 💛💛
Thank you ❤️
I love this track. The end reminds me of some of John Cage's expiremental stuff with arranged piano, and the vocals, lead and backing, are amazing!
Your art is so powerfull, Sufjan my dear. I hope you get well and receive a lot of love
Ah convergence; so mote it be ❤🎉
I love this, you are amazing Sufjan
one of your best yet sufjan
Perfeito ❤❤❤
Really beautiful song. The title slide is oddly misspelled as "conserve" instead of "converge" though 🙃
AHHHHHH this is MASTERPIECE
thank you sufjan
Hey ,First heard you on radio 6 music , you are incredible!!!! your songs and tone really hit a delicate part of everyone that listens. I also know you are in a bit of trouble yourself, just know you have a lot of people routing for you, stay strong life is one rough tough bitch sometimes. x
BELT IT, SUF!
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First! 🤍 O so beautiful!
Anyone else hearing some "Chicago" chords on this song ? :)
Grammy can you deliver him an reward ???
Shriekback has a song called Everything That Rises Must Converge from their 1985 album Oil and Gold.
The Never Ending Story vibes here....anybody?
Yes!!
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this sounds like a song from A Moon Shaped Pool
RMS MUSIC SOCIETY BEST SONGS OF 2023!
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Am I crazy or do the bubble "puff paint" letters at the start say "Must Conserve"?
It’s a quote. Everything rises must converge. Do you read?
You're not crazy. The puff paint is ridiculous, childish, and in this case, WRONG.
The song is nice, though.
@@cfbg lol ironic because your reading comprehension game was not there for this comment. they’re talking about the bubble letters at the very beginning / in the thumbnail. they say “must conserve” for some reason. do you read?
Yup. In My Red Little Fox it's also a bit mixed up (only the order of the words though, "My Little Red Fox")
All I see is "coniserve"... it bothers me.
Very similar musically to 'Don't Fade' by Vance Joy...
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Soaring. Lovely, sweeping musical arrangements … pity he’s played into Christian heaven and hell concepts but grief acts in mysterious, unnerving ways. I love the music, but the superstitious lyrics here play into divisive dichotomy good/bad, angel/demon language of the church …
He's Christian so not really surprising...
Is this your first time listening to Sufjan Stevens? He has lots of Christian ideologies, parables, psalms, proverbs, and hymns throughout his entire catalog...
@@tekkzilla619 Exactly! Thank you. My comment got removed for some reason--but was basically this.
@@TAEYYO no worries friend, I have that very same thing happen all the time so I know the frustration...
@@tekkzilla619 your point?