You can tell just by watching him that these words are built off memories and mean something. Its real and coming straight from the heart and I love that. The music industry needs more people like Mikel Jollett
"And it left me to wonder if people ever know each other or just stumble around like strangers in the dark"..... truest words and so beautiful. This is easily one of their best songs and so underrated.
The man I have loved ever since we were in 6th grade has played this for me on his acoustic guitar, singing this song to me. And he sent me this song, and it brought back memories that made me cry. Could never stop loving that boy I knew so long ago and the man I know now. No matter what happens.
When you like back at the 60s and 70s and there are so many great bands, so many great songs. 30+ years later and there is only one great band. What the hell happened to music? Thank you TATE. You deserve a better generation.
“And if you die before I die I’ll carve your name out of the sky, I’ll fall asleep with your memory and dream of where you lie” gave me chills when I first heard it and I just sat there so attentive. Trying to fathom everything that I was hearing
I always feel this song is about those moments before we commit to someone else. Those thoughts of the good and bad that may come and if you can take it all on together. It's like life walking with death lurking on the side. We know there is an end but are we willing to keep moving through despite it....Every line of this song just holds so much meaning. Definitely one of their best.
its such a mindfuck when you stop listening to a certain song you love because the memories you've attached. 👥 took me years to listen to this song again.
I've got very real goosebumps. This song tells me not to give up on love like a warm breeze reminds you of spring at the end of a hard winter. And again, Mikel and the Airborne Toxic Event touch on the questions I keep in myself, that I don't ask out loud, and knowing that I'm not the only one with these thoughts means that I don't need to know the answers, I just need to know that no one else does, either.
I was just about to drift off in a nap when this started to play. I've never heard it before. It's so beautiful it woke me up...now I'm listening to it the third time. What words! And her backing vocals are absolutely angelic!
It may be better to move on and to let life just carry on and I may be wrong. Still I'll try. Because it's better to love whether you win or lose or die. It's better to love and I will love you until I die.
"...this dogged innocence...pictured us like corpses....you have NO idea about me..." I'm trying to suffocate my cries with three thick pillows, yet I type thi
This is the true meaning of a love song! Sure it has countless lyrics about death, but this the ugly truth about love and relationships. This song is so honest because it is basically saying, "There is so much weird and stupid bullshit that happens in our lives but no matter what I will always love you and die for you." That's what love is! The discipline and devotion 2 stay when things get their worst. Thank u Airborne, Thank u!
Bought the deluxe album for All At Once for good quality versions of all of these Bombastic Videos. I extracted the audio from the videos and stored it as (acoustic) versions of all of their new songs. With the acoustics and originals, my iPod has not changed from this album all week. I absolutely love it -- It's easily been 20 years since an album had this effect on me. Simply awesome.
This is possibly the most beautiful song ever written. It moves me to tears every time I listen to it. The particular lines being "And I'll defy everyone and love you still, I'll carry you with me up every hill. And if you die before I die I'll carve your name out of the sky" Just... beautiful.
Every time I hear this song, I fall in love a bit deeper with the lyrics. And with my boyfriend, who was the first person to tell me about ATE. There is no better feeling for me than listening to this living poetry.
Mikel I just read your story. Quite remarkable. What we live through shapes us and hopefully makes us stronger. You have obviously done well. Tip a hat and raise a toast. To life.
This is 1st time ever hearing this song and i found myself thinking of my 1st crush back in 7th grade. could see her face so clearly..thank you t.a.t.e. u guys are amazing and ur music never fails to move me.
I entered a state of apathy towards most things ever since a certain incident in my life that led to depression and from there apathy. This song was first thing in a some time to actually make me feel something and brought me close to tears. That's how emotion is behind it.
I think to myself that I'm not really so alone when I hear parts of this song; and I hope I get to see that to fruition in my earthtime but if I don't, the hope kept me anyway.
Its 2019 and this is my favorite band, "We looked so silly there all decomposed Half turned to dust in tattered clothes Though we probably look just as silly now" Are you crying?? No you are crying
@sammiejankis Couldn't have said those words better myself!!! I have been lucky to have followed them since their beginnings and I am always moved when I see them. They excite me and make me feel so alive! No matter what emotion the song brings out, I feel alive. Love them!!!! " We're like 2 actors playing 2 parts"
Only 1,214 likes? I swear, this is the only band ever in my life that I would genuinely love to know. I can't even express it, but I truly and genuinely love listening to them and I wish I knew them personally. I love them, not like stalker love, but kind of a looking up to way.
You must thank the band who made this song. If they did not wrote a beautiful song like this destiny will be so selfish for you to find a girl that you are needing for. By the way I am happy for you!
7 years later and this is still one of my favorite songs. Truly beautiful and otherworldly.
Always will be
I feel like you must have really good playlist, are you on Spotify ?
You can tell just by watching him that these words are built off memories and mean something. Its real and coming straight from the heart and I love that. The music industry needs more people like Mikel Jollett
Great musician. Horrible perspectives
"And it left me to wonder if people ever know each other or just stumble around like strangers in the dark"..... truest words and so beautiful. This is easily one of their best songs and so underrated.
Erin Fenton I agree!
It is my favorite...I guess
The man I have loved ever since we were in 6th grade has played this for me on his acoustic guitar, singing this song to me. And he sent me this song, and it brought back memories that made me cry. Could never stop loving that boy I knew so long ago and the man I know now. No matter what happens.
I have always loved this song. Now that I have listened to the book, Hollywood Park, it has a whole new even more heartbreaking meaning.
When you like back at the 60s and 70s and there are so many great bands, so many great songs. 30+ years later and there is only one great band. What the hell happened to music? Thank you TATE. You deserve a better generation.
I get teary-eyed also when he sings "I'll defy every one and love you still"
“And if you die before I die I’ll carve your name out of the sky, I’ll fall asleep with your memory and dream of where you lie” gave me chills when I first heard it and I just sat there so attentive. Trying to fathom everything that I was hearing
Wow. This is one of the best-written songs I have ever heard.
I always feel this song is about those moments before we commit to someone else. Those thoughts of the good and bad that may come and if you can take it all on together. It's like life walking with death lurking on the side. We know there is an end but are we willing to keep moving through despite it....Every line of this song just holds so much meaning. Definitely one of their best.
its such a mindfuck when you stop listening to a certain song you love because the memories you've attached. 👥
took me years to listen to this song again.
Glad you made it back
5 years later and its still the best
they put so much emotion into their music is beautiful to watch
love the sound of rain with this
I've got very real goosebumps. This song tells me not to give up on love like a warm breeze reminds you of spring at the end of a hard winter.
And again, Mikel and the Airborne Toxic Event touch on the questions I keep in myself, that I don't ask out loud, and knowing that I'm not the only one with these thoughts means that I don't need to know the answers, I just need to know that no one else does, either.
I was just about to drift off in a nap when this started to play. I've never heard it before. It's so beautiful it woke me up...now I'm listening to it the third time. What words! And her backing vocals are absolutely angelic!
she actually has a beautiful voice, need to hear more of it!
A very simple M/V, but elegant and honest. The mood of the song was captured perfectly and it had a crisp quality to it. 10/10
So lovely to hear this in the encore, one of my favorite songs of all time.
why does this only have views in the thousands? This should be in the mid millions man! This is good stuff!!!!
I get chills every time I listen to this song. I'm addicted to his voice.
This is one of those rare songs that make all the repressed feelings not only surface, but also real, so very very real.
That is EXACTLY how I feel...simply beautiful.
I am so blown away by Mikel's lyrics, no matter what song I hear by this band. Great live too!
Thank you, This song makes my life better. You can't ask for more than that!
This has become one of my favorite songs ever. This song is brilliant and the lyrics are perfect.
Song still give me the Chills, and years still make so happy!!!
I agree! It is a REAL song with strong meaning, like so many of their songs! I love them!
What a beautiful song. I wish I had a fraction of the talent this band has. They have the soul pretty much nailed.
This song is just so beautiful and nostalgic, the perfect end to fantastic album.
It may be better to move on and to let life just carry on and I may be wrong. Still I'll try.
Because it's better to love whether you win or lose or die. It's better to love and I will love you until I die.
I saw them just a few hours earlier.. they are so good, and live they were phenomenal. I love them so much3
I truly believe that this is the best, most innovative, band on the planet right now.
Even now, ALL THE FEELS!!!
This remains 10 years after I first heard it, my favourite song of all time. This is how I want love to be
I LOVE HIM, AM IN AWE OF THEIR TALENT & HAPPY, HAPPY, HAPPY TO READ THESE REVIEWS! Their music is spreading just like an "Airborne Toxic Event"!
Today marks the 9th birthday of this video!, randomly watching it today!, thanks TATE!
I thought the last Bombastic songs wouldn't be as good as the first. Can't stop listening to this one. Great lyrics too.
"...this dogged innocence...pictured us like corpses....you have NO idea about me..." I'm trying to suffocate my cries with three thick pillows, yet I type thi
This song, no matter, what, can always make me cry. Reduced me to tears at the concert here in Philly.
Best song ever written
this songs lyrics could easily be some of the greatest most thought provoking lyrics in todays modern music world
This is the true meaning of a love song! Sure it has countless lyrics about death, but this the ugly truth about love and relationships. This song is so honest because it is basically saying, "There is so much weird and stupid bullshit that happens in our lives but no matter what I will always love you and die for you." That's what love is! The discipline and devotion 2 stay when things get their worst. Thank u Airborne, Thank u!
Holy shit this man. He. Is. Perfect.
This song is absolutely perfection.
i love them !!! this song gives me chills every time i listen to it !
I was reading this songs lyrics withouts the music, it reads just like a poem, and it brought me to tears.
This song is poetic genius.
Beautiful songwriter....your music is missed
An epic love song. Dark and beautiful.
Such a beautiful, poetic song.
I thought the last bombastic songs wouldn't be as good as the first.
Can't stop listening to this one.
"it's better to love whether you win or lose or die..."
holy crap.
Bought the deluxe album for All At Once for good quality versions of all of these Bombastic Videos. I extracted the audio from the videos and stored it as (acoustic) versions of all of their new songs. With the acoustics and originals, my iPod has not changed from this album all week. I absolutely love it -- It's easily been 20 years since an album had this effect on me. Simply awesome.
Really? This young , and lyrics so mature and deep, it's fantastic poetry .
Young? Mikel is in his 40's 😂
i love their mini piano it's soo sweet!
it's so real..the way these songs make you feel.
This is possibly the most beautiful song ever written. It moves me to tears every time I listen to it. The particular lines being "And I'll defy everyone and love you still, I'll carry you with me up every hill. And if you die before I die I'll carve your name out of the sky" Just... beautiful.
Holy crap, I just realized this song was posted on me and my girlfriend's anniversary. That's the greatest thing.
Every time I hear this song, I fall in love a bit deeper with the lyrics. And with my boyfriend, who was the first person to tell me about ATE. There is no better feeling for me than listening to this living poetry.
I am in love with this song
One of the prettiest songs I've ever heard. If I heard you humming this to yourself, I'd probably fall in love with you on the spot.
Mikel I just read your story. Quite remarkable. What we live through shapes us and hopefully makes us stronger. You have obviously done well. Tip a hat and raise a toast. To life.
Brilliant song. Praying they play it this Friday in Toronto.
That is the coolest story ever. Rock on man. Hope the best for you guys!
This is 1st time ever hearing this song and i found myself thinking of my 1st crush back in 7th grade. could see her face so clearly..thank you t.a.t.e. u guys are amazing and ur music never fails to move me.
I absolutely love this song. Brings me to tears every time I listen to it It's the best love song I've ever heard.
I entered a state of apathy towards most things ever since a certain incident in my life that led to depression and from there apathy. This song was first thing in a some time to actually make me feel something and brought me close to tears. That's how emotion is behind it.
A wordsmith
that's my favorite part too!!! I love that part when I'm covering the song!
12 yrs later and this means more to me than it did in my 30s
This song is so achingly beautiful.
Why is this Band so Epic!!??? this song went from 0 to 176 plays on my ipod in one day!!!
Just saw that they're playing Osheaga. Was thinking of going anyways, but now I AM going. So unbelievably stoked.
Best TH-cam string of comments that I have ever found, hands down. Simply awesome. Congrats to you both. :)
Felt in love from the 1-st listening all your songs!
What a song.
I think to myself that I'm not really so alone when I hear parts of this song; and I hope I get to see that to fruition in my earthtime but if I don't, the hope kept me anyway.
Still amazing!
Its 2019 and this is my favorite band,
"We looked so silly there all decomposed
Half turned to dust in tattered clothes
Though we probably look just as silly now"
Are you crying?? No you are crying
@sammiejankis Couldn't have said those words better myself!!! I have been lucky to have followed them since their beginnings and I am always moved when I see them. They excite me and make me feel so alive! No matter what emotion the song brings out, I feel alive. Love them!!!! " We're like 2 actors playing 2 parts"
They hav mor then two people in their band and I have known this for a while and it just never gets old
This has been my favorite song from the cd
Beautiful and moving song. Can't wait to see you guys live again in Toronto :)
I love the piano
incredible!!!
goddamn this is a beautiful song
That is simply the best story ever witnessed.
I look up to Mikel Jollett as a songwriter so much.
one of my favorite songs from their new album :3
so sweet and real which makes it rare in this world
Im in love with this song! Its perfect!
simply beautiful.
I LOVE this song! It may be there best. I was very disapointed that they didn't play in DC.
my favorite song. ever.
it's sad I feel this way about someone who wants nothing to do with me, he really knows his stuff.
Only 1,214 likes? I swear, this is the only band ever in my life that I would genuinely love to know. I can't even express it, but I truly and genuinely love listening to them and I wish I knew them personally. I love them, not like stalker love, but kind of a looking up to way.
I love graveyards, sometimes I visit dead people I didn't even know.
In love with this 🖤😭
My wife died last year and this song makes me cry...
You must thank the band who made this song. If they did not wrote a beautiful song like this destiny will be so selfish for you to find a girl that you are needing for. By the way I am happy for you!
I really hope she reads that and contacts you. That's really sweet.
this is so beautiful.