This song is so much more compelling and emotional when preformed by Winslow. The other version is great too, but feels much more commercial... souless even. I wonder if that was intentional.
It was the intention. De Palma stated that at the start, we hear the concerto in it's purest form and as the film goes on, we hear it getting twisted and farther away from what it was with each time we hear it. The Juicy Fruits, the auditions artists, Beef and even Swan's versions are even more far away from the original version. The closest to pure is when Phoenix performs it after Beef's death, which her singing it moves Winslow.
@@DanielS2001 thank you for this insight! I've long seen the cantata as a character in it's own right, with it's own individual arc, informed by but distinct from our three principles I'd love to find an analysis of the soundtrack from someone with a greater grasp of music theory and composition than my own
The robot winslow sang it the most purely because he struggled to profess what he had done a thousand times before I wish the whole song had a version like that "All great art is made through suffering and so are we" nergal dimmuborgir❤
I was not myself last night Couldn't set things right with apologies or flowers Out of place as a cryin' clown Who could only frown and the play went on for hours And as I lived my role I swore I'd sell my soul for one love Who would stand by me And give me back the gift of laughter, yeah One love Who would stand by me And after making love we'd Dream a bit of style We'd dream a bunch of friends Dream each other's smile And dream it never ends I was not myself last night In the morning light I could see the change was showing Like a child who was always poor Reaching out for more I could feel the hunger growing And as I lost control I swore I'd sell my soul for one love Who would sing my song And fill this emptiness inside me One love Who would sing my song And lay beside me while we'd Dream a bit of style Dream a bunch of friends Dream each other's smiles Dream it never ends All my dreams are lost and I can't sleep And sleep alone could ease my mind All my tears have dried and I can't weep Old emotions, may they rest in peace And dream, dream a bunch of friends Rest in peace, and dream, dream it never ends...
@@coralroper6876 I'll agree with you on that. I wish there would have been more that happened in the beginning of the movie, but I assume they were forced to rush through filming it because tight schedules were such a hassle for movie directors during the 70's.
Had to tell my 9-year old daughter today about William Finley's passing.... 9-years old and she LOVES Phantom of the Paradise. She's in her room sobbing right now. :-(
I first saw the movie on Halloween Night, 1974, via counterfeited free passes from the local radio station. Don't worry, I have made up for it MANY times over with my purchases of proper video access.
The message when it comes to the dark side of the music industry of the musical Apple hits you hard, but Phantom of The Paradise hits you the hardest of how the industry steals not just your soul, but your music, even trick you into doing drugs. No wonder so many musicians go independent instead of relying on the record companies.
It’s so weird putting the playlist on shuffle and getting both Fausts back to back! I like them both for different reasons, and whichever I prefer more honestly just depends on what I’m more in the mood to listen to at the moment.
Orwell - Bill Finley was never a good vocalist, but that wasn’t the point. It was his character’s passion for the material that gives his voice such resonance. He clearly never would have actually had a chance of performing his own music in any venue.
Leave it as it is. Winslow Leach doesn't want his music to be mutilated by other bands. It's his cantata and it should never be in the hands or ears of greedy music producers.
I ended up watching this film again the other night for the first time in a few years. It was just as good as I remembered! This song has been stuck in my head ever since.
Intentional, though. Winslow still has his soul at this point. Swan only cares about the money and fame, which is why his version is catchier and flashy but has no feeling. It's what makes Paul Williams brilliant for both his writing and his performance
Winslow you buddy are not alone for I am here feeling the same but the thing is I can't dream of friends nor smiles. I myself can't feel the happiness nor love since I am alone. Please don't call me an edge lord for I am not. I'm just experiencing life for what it really is but sadly it's just a fraction of life that I'm experiencing and not the whole thing so I'm greatful for what I have now. Whoever reads this please take this to mind for you may need it.
I'm alone too, and have been for a long time...and I mean, really alone... as far as having anyone to turn to, for support, anyone I can rely on or share things with, anyone that I connect with... beyond surface acquaintances. So, hang in there. We alone people need to stick together...that is, remotely, from whatever cave or dungeon we're living in. Lol. (And wtf is an "edge lord?" I suppose I could look it up). Just know you're not alone in your isolation. And hey, the only way I don't feel completely alone is through having certain isolated characters to relate to, myself. And I try to fill the void in other ways, I suppose...things that help substitute the existence of people in my life, so I can get by (I don't mean drugs or anything like that, but more like activities).
I hope things get better for you, just remember that there are people out there that care and that sometimes music is the best medicine (I sound so corny, sorry!) things will get better eventually! ^_^
I posted a comment like this once, when I was younger and heartbroken over a recent breakup, on a song that was really helping me get by. I got flamed by a couple of people, and I took it really bad at the time. Ended up removing the comment after a few days. I'm older, wiser, and stronger now, so it's funny to look back at nowadays, but really the reason I'm posting this is because, as time has gone by, I've noticed, even on the internet, with all its anonymity, is becoming more accepting and sympathetic. I think, the world is getting better every day. I have a good feeling about the future. And if you, reading this, don't feel the same way, that's OK! It's alright to be sad right now. Things will get better, I promise.
I am 16 YEARS younger than the film, but I bought it (5 euros) and I love it. Gonna watch it 2nd time tonight with my parents and brother perhaps. But it is such a good film!!
This is awesome, like so many other I remember this 1977 78?. I honestly looked for this soundtrack when I first got on the internet. Couldn't find it and forgot about it until now! Have to look for Paul Williams version of this..
Hermosa cancion, al igual que todo el OST y la pelicula, yo la vi originalmente en el canal 6 de Mexico hace 15-16 años y la consegui hace poco en DVD no se si ya la lanzaron en blu ray. Magnifica simplemente.
Both Swan and Winslow professed the desire to make their Faustian bargain with the Devil and sell their souls in this song, the reason why this song is called Faust!
I was not myself last night couldn't set things right with apologies or flowers Out of place as a cryin' clown who could only frown and the play went on for hours And as I lived my role I swore I'd sell my soul for one love Who would stand by me and give me back the gift of laughter One love who would stand by me and after making love we'd... Dream a bit of style We'd dream a bunch of friends Dream each others smile And dream it never ends I was not myself last night in the morning light I could see the change was showing Like a child who was always poor reaching out for more I could feel the hunger growing And as I lost control I swore I'd sell my soul for one love Who would sing my song and fill this emptiness inside me One love who would sing my song and lay beside me while we'd... Dream a bit of style We'd dream a bunch of friends Dream each others smile And dream it never ends All my dreams are lost and I can't sleep And sleep alone could ease my mind All my tears have dried and I can't weep Old emotions may they rest in peace and dream, dream a bunch of friends Rest in peace, and dream, dream it never ends
Hey: VannyARTS tienes rason, yo les he puesto esta cancion a muchos y les encanta y dicen no haberla oido antes. La pelicula y la musica me recuerdan de mi primera novia, con ella la vimos en el Novedades de Santa Ana.
This melody transcends the lyrics because Paul Williams wrote a piece of his soul into it. You can hear the emotion and passion in the music, but he wrote it for money, so the words had to say what the story dictates, not what he wanted to say. Such is the music industry, though.
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This song is so much more compelling and emotional when preformed by Winslow. The other version is great too, but feels much more commercial... souless even. I wonder if that was intentional.
It was the intention. De Palma stated that at the start, we hear the concerto in it's purest form and as the film goes on, we hear it getting twisted and farther away from what it was with each time we hear it. The Juicy Fruits, the auditions artists, Beef and even Swan's versions are even more far away from the original version. The closest to pure is when Phoenix performs it after Beef's death, which her singing it moves Winslow.
@@DanielS2001 Exactly! I was about to type this exact sentiment.
@@DanielS2001 thank you for this insight!
I've long seen the cantata as a character in it's own right, with it's own individual arc, informed by but distinct from our three principles
I'd love to find an analysis of the soundtrack from someone with a greater grasp of music theory and composition than my own
💯
The robot winslow sang it the most purely because he struggled to profess what he had done a thousand times before I wish the whole song had a version like that "All great art is made through suffering and so are we" nergal dimmuborgir❤
I was not myself last night
Couldn't set things right with apologies or flowers
Out of place as a cryin' clown
Who could only frown and the play went on for hours
And as I lived my role
I swore I'd sell my soul for one love
Who would stand by me
And give me back the gift of laughter, yeah
One love
Who would stand by me
And after making love we'd
Dream a bit of style
We'd dream a bunch of friends
Dream each other's smile
And dream it never ends
I was not myself last night
In the morning light I could see the change was showing
Like a child who was always poor
Reaching out for more I could feel the hunger growing
And as I lost control
I swore I'd sell my soul for one love
Who would sing my song
And fill this emptiness inside me
One love
Who would sing my song
And lay beside me while we'd
Dream a bit of style
Dream a bunch of friends
Dream each other's smiles
Dream it never ends
All my dreams are lost and I can't sleep
And sleep alone could ease my mind
All my tears have dried and I can't weep
Old emotions, may they rest in peace
And dream, dream a bunch of friends
Rest in peace, and dream, dream it never ends...
Thank you
Old emotions may they rest in peace...
You got that right sunshine!
The guy punched through a brick wall, what a legend.
And the steel door. Like a boss.
_My music!_ *_SWAAAAAANNNNN!!!_*
This song is like a funeral tune for a broken and longing heart
Hard to believe it made history in the music industria
'You want to open the Paradise with this guy?'
'Not him, the music.'
'What do you wanna do with him?'
"I'll think of something."
@REGGIE JOHNSON Calm down man, you say that like they're real people
The piano in this version is so much more powerful
The piano in this is fantastic.
“Dream eachothers smile” that lyric just gets me
I love Bill's voice! He sings this song with so much passion!
Maybe my favorite love song, ever.... surprised it hasn't been covered more...the lyrics are absolutely beautiful.
Saw this film yesterday for the frist time, an excellent film and soundtrack!
The beginning felt a little rushed in places, but yeah, it's definitely an interesting twist on the old Faustian bargain.
@@coralroper6876 I'll agree with you on that. I wish there would have been more that happened in the beginning of the movie, but I assume they were forced to rush through filming it because tight schedules were such a hassle for movie directors during the 70's.
I felt that winslow as the phantom wasn't threatening enough but i enjoyed the movie
Spot on lyrics. Williams is a master of composition.
So many years and still such a beautiful song. Dream each other's smile, incredible way of expressing love.
Had to tell my 9-year old daughter today about William Finley's passing.... 9-years old and she LOVES Phantom of the Paradise. She's in her room sobbing right now. :-(
That's so lovely! My dad shown me the movie back in 2005 (I was ten then) and I loved it.
My father also showed me this movie and it was amazing I was 10 if I’m correct it was great
I saw the movie when I was the same age, I still adore it in my 20s
same here, i saw this movie at eleven. but it took me some years to truly understand all the meaning behind it. masterpiece
I first saw the movie on Halloween Night, 1974, via counterfeited free passes from the local radio station. Don't worry, I have made up for it MANY times over with my purchases of proper video access.
so hopelessly in love with this movie..
Here for Bill Finley's 73rd birthday. Happy Birthday, wherever you may be, Bill. Sorry never to have met you.
Survivor2002 77 or 78 actually.
Survivor2002
Same, sweet friend.
The message when it comes to the dark side of the music industry of the musical Apple hits you hard, but Phantom of The Paradise hits you the hardest of how the industry steals not just your soul, but your music, even trick you into doing drugs. No wonder so many musicians go independent instead of relying on the record companies.
Winslow still have a soul, so he can sing with it.
Swan's version has a badass bass line tho.
Honey Badger this is what the song should would like Swans version is more in your face it's feels less pure
Paul is an unbelievable writer and arranger of a wide style of music..his music i rich beyond words.
A very unique movie with one of the best OST ever!
i love the way this song flows.
+ted norton Exactly
Learning this for an audition. It's so beautiful.
Did you get the gig?
And the world never heard from him since...
@@b.d6642 legend has it that they loved his performance and he was signed by a label only to take his voice 😓
@@ikedre3308 I was there I watched :(
It’s so weird putting the playlist on shuffle and getting both Fausts back to back! I like them both for different reasons, and whichever I prefer more honestly just depends on what I’m more in the mood to listen to at the moment.
There is somthing magical with Bill Finley's voice.
R.I.P. William Finley. Your music will live on.
Luigithehomie91 actually it's Paul Williams' music. William Finley was an actor singing one of Paul Williams' songs.
love this song, love this movie, probably my favorite version of the story
This is so underrated such a great movie and great songs
I love this movie.
This song almost makes me cry since it's like a mirror to my soul.
RIP Winslow
Lord Whitenorth I know, but the guy that played him.
mcog 2006 RIP winslow
"i am also under contract"
i know that's swan but still
winslow's version blows swan out of the water...so to speak...hahahaha
Didn't I say that?
Prefer Swan’s vocals tbh
Orwell - Bill Finley was never a good vocalist, but that wasn’t the point. It was his character’s passion for the material that gives his voice such resonance. He clearly never would have actually had a chance of performing his own music in any venue.
@@jasminnemcdonald94A Two years later you did. Look at the post dates.
God this is such a beautiful song
A beautiful song. It should definitely be covered. Paul Williams is such great songwriter.
Leave it as it is. Winslow Leach doesn't want his music to be mutilated by other bands. It's his cantata and it should never be in the hands or ears of greedy music producers.
One of my Top-10 favourite songs of all time.
I ended up watching this film again the other night for the first time in a few years. It was just as good as I remembered! This song has been stuck in my head ever since.
Beautiful
Winslow: "I won't let my music be mutilated
by those greaseballs! Only I can sing Faust!"
Me: He means it!
This version and singer is by far my Favorite song to think about the Loves in my life.
I'm surprised Ben Folds never covered this - or Marilyn Manson for that matter... perhaps I should be thankful that neither did so.
Winslow LIVES!
dream a bunch of friends...
awesome movie!! and far out music!!!
why didn't we continue to make movies like this???
Dream each others smile, dream it never ends. RIP
You can hear how winslow feels the lyrics...can't say that with swan >.>
Intentional, though. Winslow still has his soul at this point. Swan only cares about the money and fame, which is why his version is catchier and flashy but has no feeling. It's what makes Paul Williams brilliant for both his writing and his performance
great and underrated movie and awesome soundtrack
I love this song so much I put it on my phone and use it as a ringtone. I never get tired of it.
The name of the song is Faust (Winslow Version)
Todavia se me eriza el pelo cuando oigo este tema. Despues de treinta años...
This movie is the best thing a teenager can come across. I must of written out all the lyrics to this song on my notebook back in highschool.
I sobbed when I found out, too :( It's sooo sad. He will be missed...
That must to be a great era for the music😢😢😢
Paul Williams es un genio, todas las canciones, la película es buenísima.
Great film,great story..
Great Phantom,a true equal to Erik,and just as poignant.
Rest in peace dear William,you SHALL be missed.
Very David Bowie in the spirit, and GOD I love it ❤️
@mykopy I agree. This song has stayed with me since I saw it in the theatre when it originally ran.
Simply beautiful!
so beautiful
uffffffff this song its precious and perfect 😍😍😍 that piano!!!!!
Beautiful song.
Winslow you buddy are not alone for I am here feeling the same but the thing is I can't dream of friends nor smiles. I myself can't feel the happiness nor love since I am alone. Please don't call me an edge lord for I am not. I'm just experiencing life for what it really is but sadly it's just a fraction of life that I'm experiencing and not the whole thing so I'm greatful for what I have now. Whoever reads this please take this to mind for you may need it.
Hey pal, I know this comment is from a month ago but I'm in a similar spot right now. I hope things get better for you.
Thanks man
I'm alone too, and have been for a long time...and I mean, really alone... as far as having anyone to turn to, for support, anyone I can rely on or share things with, anyone that I connect with... beyond surface acquaintances. So, hang in there. We alone people need to stick together...that is, remotely, from whatever cave or dungeon we're living in. Lol. (And wtf is an "edge lord?" I suppose I could look it up). Just know you're not alone in your isolation. And hey, the only way I don't feel completely alone is through having certain isolated characters to relate to, myself. And I try to fill the void in other ways, I suppose...things that help substitute the existence of people in my life, so I can get by (I don't mean drugs or anything like that, but more like activities).
I hope things get better for you, just remember that there are people out there that care and that sometimes music is the best medicine (I sound so corny, sorry!) things will get better eventually! ^_^
I posted a comment like this once, when I was younger and heartbroken over a recent breakup, on a song that was really helping me get by. I got flamed by a couple of people, and I took it really bad at the time. Ended up removing the comment after a few days. I'm older, wiser, and stronger now, so it's funny to look back at nowadays, but really the reason I'm posting this is because, as time has gone by, I've noticed, even on the internet, with all its anonymity, is becoming more accepting and sympathetic. I think, the world is getting better every day. I have a good feeling about the future. And if you, reading this, don't feel the same way, that's OK! It's alright to be sad right now. Things will get better, I promise.
wow, the last time I hear this song was when I was in hight school in the 70's. Thanks for posting this great song.
I have this LP it is the ultimate 70`s music.this is my favorite tune on the album.
This is a great song. And a wonderful performance. It fits the music beautifully.
Thanks for posting nice song!
Guts: Let’s put aside our differences and make a musical.
Griffith: Ok.
Casca: I’m about to ruin this man’s whole career...
Watching this movie in memory of our dear departed Bill Finley.......RIP, O Phantom of the Paradise!!!
I am 16 YEARS younger than the film, but I bought it (5 euros) and I love it.
Gonna watch it 2nd time tonight with my parents and brother perhaps.
But it is such a good film!!
My favorite song in the movie.
Though his music lingers on, all of us are sad he's gone
Ame Ichinose it's "though your music lingers on, all of us are GLAD your gone."
Ame changed the words to fit the sad news of Mr. Finley's passing...he sang this song. I am sad he's gone...he was fantastic!
Excellent rien n'a dire !!!!!!
I love Winslow and his piece of music
Like a child who was always poor reaching out for more. ..
so pure
El sonido del piano es bellísimo, aunque prefiera más la versión de Swan siempre tengo en alto esta versión tan emocional...
This is awesome, like so many other I remember this 1977 78?. I honestly looked for this soundtrack when I first got on the internet. Couldn't find it and forgot about it until now! Have to look for Paul Williams version of this..
one of the most emotional songs I have ever heard! ='^(
I think this is the best version of this song.
And once again a great piece of culture got lost forever...
At some point yall gone find out Rick Ross sampled this for Vegas Residency .
Reeqo Star I’m here cuz of that -
Trash
Absolutely insane. I just found this out. I'm always astounded by odd/unique samples.
Is it bad that I kinda like this?? I'm 18 and I've never seen this movie my friend was showing me this song and its actually really good!
Magnifique album! Swan,génial.
i know this song by heart
This movie traumatized me as a child lol I cried and cried
Chills motherfuckers! Tears, joy and longing, greatest feelings in this shit life.
"Phoenix..."
Phoenix is like Christine from Phantom of the Opera.
Boy, i wonder who Winslow has a crush on...
Beautiful
Hermosa cancion, al igual que todo el OST y la pelicula, yo la vi originalmente en el canal 6 de Mexico hace 15-16 años y la consegui hace poco en DVD no se si ya la lanzaron en blu ray. Magnifica simplemente.
Both Swan and Winslow professed the desire to make their Faustian bargain with the Devil and sell their souls in this song, the reason why this song is called Faust!
Merci papa love this group
Fabulous!! . . .
Temazo
I was not myself last night couldn't set things right with apologies or flowers
Out of place as a cryin' clown who could only frown and the play went on for hours
And as I lived my role I swore I'd sell my soul for one love
Who would stand by me and give me back the gift of laughter
One love who would stand by me and after making love we'd...
Dream a bit of style
We'd dream a bunch of friends
Dream each others smile
And dream it never ends
I was not myself last night in the morning light I could see the change was showing
Like a child who was always poor reaching out for more I could feel the hunger growing
And as I lost control I swore I'd sell my soul for one love
Who would sing my song and fill this emptiness inside me
One love who would sing my song and lay beside me while we'd...
Dream a bit of style
We'd dream a bunch of friends
Dream each others smile
And dream it never ends
All my dreams are lost and I can't sleep
And sleep alone could ease my mind
All my tears have dried and I can't weep
Old emotions may they rest in peace and dream, dream a bunch of friends
Rest in peace, and dream, dream it never ends
*Epic*
Hey: VannyARTS tienes rason, yo les he puesto esta cancion a muchos y les encanta y dicen no haberla oido antes.
La pelicula y la musica me recuerdan de mi primera novia, con ella la vimos en el Novedades de Santa Ana.
Phantom of the Paradise
I’m here cause of Ricky (rozay) Ross ...this is why I love music..
Vegas residency always slaps
@@SlimJxm
Now I can play this right after I play rozay!
Excellent !!!!!
It is actually sung by Winslow Leach actor William Finley.
BELLISSIMO FILM OTTIMA COLONNA SONORA !
You know u got a hit when u got diff ethnicity’s chiming in... I smirked when I first herd this n said yea I can relate, then played it again
I like this version better
Agreed, it's the best version of the song. Probably due to the sheer amount of emotion it gives off.
Yeah, I think that it works better with the piano.
Both versions are good but this is more soulful.
the phantom will be well remembered rest well big guy.;(......
This melody transcends the lyrics because Paul Williams wrote a piece of his soul into it. You can hear the emotion and passion in the music, but he wrote it for money, so the words had to say what the story dictates, not what he wanted to say. Such is the music industry, though.