I discovered Zero 7 a few years ago, life happened up until then, but now at 64 years and seen some light and dark in life, I am quite happy that I found this group of passionate collaboraters at a time when I can appreciate the depth of song writing, production and performance that makes some tracks timeless. Hope you are all still enjoying yourselves in your pursuits in and out of this group... Thank you ✌️
60 yrs here. Welcome aboard my friend. Just tuning in for this version of Sophie, kinda sweet on this lovely lady and who isn't. Always enjoying life as we all should. Only one go-around on this big, blue marble, make the best of everyday we have on this side of the grass.😁🤘Live long and prosper!
@@loucat2779 Thank you Sir...as a guy who has worked in mixing and lighting over the years and was only diagnosed with PTSD after I stopped self medicating in my 50's, when nothing worked anymore, I realise the passion expressed by those who know the importance of the messages they are sending out to the world of the human condition through the enormous effort it takes in the brighter periods of a rollercoaster life cycle, trying to ride the highs by exhibiting the brilliance of a creative soul, but also sharing some of the pain that is on the flip side with exquisite lyrical and sonic perfection which many will never understand...is the essence of distilled magic from all those involved. I have the benefit of observing all this from my home studio as one who has always been happy to capture that magic when it happens, something that Zero 7 in all of its formats seems to have achieved. Peace and the good life to you and all those in your presence Sir✌️🎆
@@stephenlynch5143 Massive Attack came to my attention around Mezzanine and I usually try and see what a band has done before I pick up on them but the astounding amount of music that someone like me takes an interest in doesn't allow me to follow up on everything that I like when I still follow the careers of Robert Plant and others from that era as well and of course there's also amazing younger artists that TH-cam leads me to all the time, Elderbrook blows me away and then there is my space ambient addiction... you're only young once and at 64 I have at least another 30 years of discovery ahead before I become a solid state mind in a jar... listening at a gigabyte a second ✌️😂
I discovered this song while watching Garden State in 2004. Quite frankly, it introduced me to a whole new genre of music at the time that I was not familiar with. What a classic.
Same. The love of my life introduced me to the movie and soundtrack of Garden State. Every time I hear a song off that soundtrack, randomly, I’m brought back instantly to warmer moments in my life. Simply amazing song
Every time I hear something from Zero 7’s “Simple Things” album it reminds me of HOW FUCKING GREAT that album is from start to finish. I’m a pacifist but I’ll fight anyone who disagrees that this isnt a perfect album. I’m not saying it’s the best album ever. I’m saying it’s perfect in every way.
It's literally one of my favorite albums, even with Sophie and Sia before Sia got huge and started hiding her face. Soundtrack from the movie Garden State, which is how I ended up buying the album in the first place. Very unique, and timeless music.
Guy playing the piano solo is Neil Cowley who moved on and formed Fragile State, Pretz and the much missed Neil Cowley Trio. Comeback NCT, you are so missed.
Trip hop is still one of the greatest genres. Hard to find another type of music that’s nostalgic and futuristic at the same time. It also allows u to let ur mind completely disconnect from your body. I always felt Zero 7 was trip hop with a touch of the French group AIR mixed in.
The way Sophie sings slightly behind the beat is BEAUTIFUL and brilliant! Miles and Dexter both did this on their best performances. Like them, she's a timeless classic.
It took me almost 20 years to know who' s this song was. I just love it. I cannot stop playing it. Reminds me my times driving looking at the pacific ocean while going to college.
There literally isn't anyone around nowadays like Zero 7. They're vocalists were second to none! I sincerely hope that one day they will all come back together for one last tour. Fucking beautiful ❤
How many times have I listened to this wonderful song and album. To this day I break out my keyboard and get narley on it. such a wonderful piece of music
I was sitting in a Starbucks in Little Rock Arkansas over 12 years ago and heard a song over head that I had never heard before but fell in love with. I opened SoundHound and the song was Destiny. I still listen to it and Zero 7 all the time. I’ve probably watched this video probably a hundred times. 😅
THERE IS NO WAY THIS WAS 20 YEARS AGO!!!! Damn...I've loved this song for as long as it's been around, but time has done a funny thing with my brain, because I can't fathom that it came out 20 years ago. Thanks, Zero 7 for all the amazing music over the years. And thanks to Sophie for lending her silky smooth vocals over this banger of a track. Happy New Year all!
I'm crying right now, not only because I'm a bit drunk (it's NYE after all!) but because of my love for Zero 7, and all of their amazing vocalists they've had over the years. Although I've never had the pleasure to see Sophie perform with them live, or meet her in person, I actually *DID* get to meet Sia a long time ago! It was her album called "Some People Have Real Problems", so way before the general population had ever heard of her, and she was performing a short set, live, in my local record store! I honestly couldn't believe that not only was I watching Sia, of all people, performing with her band in a relatively small record store, but I was standing about 5 feet in front of the stage! After her set, she hung out for about an hour signing her record (or whatever else you happened to bring along) and chatting with fans. When I mentioned Zero 7 and how much I loved their music, her eyes and face lit up like a light bulb. She actually hugged me, and said "awwww, thank you!" and then signed a couple of the CD inserts from that album. I know that this comment should have been all about Sophie, because she deserves it, but alas, I'm just a huge fan of Zero 7 and everything that they have done, and ALL of their vocalists are amazing! I only wish I could have seen them back in the day when Sophie *and* Sia were on tour with them! Could you even imagine??
@@gustafsone It is 20 years ago when the world was a fun place to be. We didn't have President who was a megalomaniac, ( Trump) medicinal weed became legal. Coachella happened in the desert of Indio California and exploded from there. Zero 7 happened with Sia and Sophie Baker. Then Theivery Corporation song Lebanese blonde happened, song simultaneously and I was happy.
That was a great album by Sia. If my memory serves me correct her single off that one was called "Little Black Sandals". Let me know if I'm wrong!!!!!! LOL!!!!!!!
I hear you totally! Back when I first heard Zero 7, I was estranged from my husband, vowing never again. Twenty plus years on, and I remarried, and have two teenage children. This song transports me to a softer, gentle place.
I first heard this song in the closing credits of a Sex and the City episode (the one where Carrie takes care of Big after heart surgery). I searched until I finally found the song and artist. Love it.
Timeless song. I dont know how i discovered zero 7 in 2001. I didn’t have tv or radio. I guess it was in my destiny to discover them so i can find meaning in life.
I remember I found this song at age 15. I didn’t really understand it at the moment but I just knew it was something special. And now it’s a song has gone with me through the bad and the good .
It’s beautiful to hear how more subtlety mature Sophie’s voice has become over the years. Her songs are some of my most cherished in Zero7’s catalogue. Thanks for Topping off the year, Sophie. It’s been an honor!
This is the song that introduced me to Zero 7 twenty three years ago and it's still as intelligent, haunting and mesmerising as the first time I'd heard it. Love you Zero 7.
I came across this joint from a little movie called “the garden State”, people like to rack on this movie, but I liked it. This song is part of the soundtrack and it absolutely is relatable to everything going on today in the world. The news saying different things but do you believe what you see. In this land sheltered by lies… let me stop it’s getting deep but Sophie I gotta give kudos to for this song and her lyrics. Her voice is so soothing.
I remember I was.... about 12 when I heard this song in Garden State and that soundtrack changed my life. Thank you for your art and passion pursuing it.
First heard this on Ibiza in 2018. It absolutely grabbed me the first time I heard it. Majestic arrangement and vocal. Would definitely be one of my Desert Island Discs!
I cannot believe I never heard this song until this year. I love this the song. The bass line, keyboards and her voice...man this is musical artistry. No drum machine or sampling...this is real music here! Bravo
Every few years you go back to a band you loved and remember and realise why you loved them , what an incredible voice Sophie Barker , such an awesome album , beautiful
It seems that not only you these songs make you cry. I don't speak English, but even without knowing the words, I've admired this voice for 20 years. to my shame, I recently started looking for lyrics in order to discover these songs more deeply for myself
Stealing time wow.......someone stole 22 years from me, I want them back please, take me back......time and tide indeed, Sophie Barker is amazing, what a voice.
I'm sorry but this is one of the greatest tracks of all time.
Absolutely , just loop it and listen over and over .
No need to be sorry. Infinitely listenable.
So sublime, smooth and jazzy
No apologies necessary…you’re spot on
Why are you sorry ??
One of the exclusively rare cases when there’s so much talent, that live voice beats studio version.
This performance is redicoulously good
"Backing" singers deserve full credit too!
This song ia 20 years old and it could come out tomorrow and still be ahead of it's time.
Will never get old.
Well said
Something otherworldly with the synth
This is magical. From the day I heard it 20 years ago, to today in 2023. Lifts my mood and transports me to another place
Exactly what I felt coming up on this gem. 20 years on, the emotion is the same
Same.
Christ that song is beautiful - so is Sophie
I’m 500 years old and I heard this song before they wrote it. It really takes me back to my old age. Magical!
😂😂😂😂😂 best comment ever. You beat everyone
The winner of the internet !
Lol...always one 🤦🏽♀️
I thought I discovered this when I saw them perform it in a smokey little jazz club in Saint-Germain-des-Prés in 1964, but you truly bested me.
Thank you for sharing. I'm trans and this song grew my dick back.
I discovered Zero 7 a few years ago, life happened up until then, but now at 64 years and seen some light and dark in life, I am quite happy that I found this group of passionate collaboraters at a time when I can appreciate the depth of song writing, production and performance that makes some tracks timeless. Hope you are all still enjoying yourselves in your pursuits in and out of this group... Thank you ✌️
Agreement alignment
Believe ~ ~~ ! ~ ! ~~ ~ ~
60 yrs here. Welcome aboard my friend. Just tuning in for this version of Sophie, kinda sweet on this lovely lady and who isn't. Always enjoying life as we all should. Only one go-around on this big, blue marble, make the best of everyday we have on this side of the grass.😁🤘Live long and prosper!
@@loucat2779 Thank you Sir...as a guy who has worked in mixing and lighting over the years and was only diagnosed with PTSD after I stopped self medicating in my 50's, when nothing worked anymore, I realise the passion expressed by those who know the importance of the messages they are sending out to the world of the human condition through the enormous effort it takes in the brighter periods of a rollercoaster life cycle, trying to ride the highs by exhibiting the brilliance of a creative soul, but also sharing some of the pain that is on the flip side with exquisite lyrical and sonic perfection which many will never understand...is the essence of distilled magic from all those involved. I have the benefit of observing all this from my home studio as one who has always been happy to capture that magic when it happens, something that Zero 7 in all of its formats seems to have achieved. Peace and the good life to you and all those in your presence Sir✌️🎆
U may also like Portishead
& massive attack
@@stephenlynch5143 Massive Attack came to my attention around Mezzanine and I usually try and see what a band has done before I pick up on them but the astounding amount of music that someone like me takes an interest in doesn't allow me to follow up on everything that I like when I still follow the careers of Robert Plant and others from that era as well and of course there's also amazing younger artists that TH-cam leads me to all the time, Elderbrook blows me away and then there is my space ambient addiction... you're only young once and at 64 I have at least another 30 years of discovery ahead before I become a solid state mind in a jar... listening at a gigabyte a second ✌️😂
I discovered this song while watching Garden State in 2004. Quite frankly, it introduced me to a whole new genre of music at the time that I was not familiar with. What a classic.
Same story here- my tastes were vastly expanded by that soundtrack.
@VicLabs Yup. Got a CD from a thrift place the other week, and it's sitting on top of the player.
Same. The love of my life introduced me to the movie and soundtrack of Garden State. Every time I hear a song off that soundtrack, randomly, I’m brought back instantly to warmer moments in my life. Simply amazing song
Me too. And Frou Frou too. A very underrated movie soundtrack.
Still sounds amazing over 20 years later...timeless 😍.
Listen to....hooverphonic....eden
It will blow you away
20 years ago!??? My son just shared, is the first time I've heard and am hooked!! 💎🎶🎤🎹🎸🥁
Love her voice ❤
Yes, truly amazing song!
Truth...
Listening to Sophie Barker's voice with Zero 7, is like breath of fresh air that puts you into a memorizing state of euphoria.
She's put on a few pounds hasn't she
Definitely!!
Shut up and listen to her please bro.
@@dannnsss8034 What importance is that? She is a great singer...
@@dannnsss8034 Are you always an a$$, or just when posting comments?
2024 & still easing into this Great song..😊
That keyboard sound... So airy and ethereal. 😌
Never grows old.
AiR is right.
Do you believe in what you see? Motionless wheel, nothing is real. Wasting my time, in waiting line... Sophie Barker, Zero 7.. so much love.
We need this Zero 7 back... urgently.
No samplers, no auto tune, no pre-recorded sounds. All real music, all real class, all sheer emotions.
Well, there is synthesisers here.🤷🏻♂️😅
hmmm. Except that there's a lot of pre-recorded sounds lol
It's a keyboard that someone is actually playing @@normturner4849
'0lean up on isle,7'
I just melted
Every time I hear something from Zero 7’s “Simple Things” album it reminds me of HOW FUCKING GREAT that album is from start to finish. I’m a pacifist but I’ll fight anyone who disagrees that this isnt a perfect album. I’m not saying it’s the best album ever. I’m saying it’s perfect in every way.
It's a fucking masterpiece, without a doubt.
It's literally one of my favorite albums, even with Sophie and Sia before Sia got huge and started hiding her face. Soundtrack from the movie Garden State, which is how I ended up buying the album in the first place. Very unique, and timeless music.
"I'm a pacifist but I'll fight anyone" hahaha awesome, I agree completely, awesome album.
One of those rare albums where it’s gold from start to finish
its pure gold
Why is this band so underrated? Come on, this is the nateral progression of your evoling musical maturities.
I’d never say they are underrated. Record sales are not a mark of success. How many paintings did VanGough sell in his lifetime
Sophie barker deserves serious respect but the guy playing the rhodes, backing singer but the whole band.....COME ON. Legends.
Guy playing the piano solo is Neil Cowley who moved on and formed Fragile State, Pretz and the much missed Neil Cowley Trio. Comeback NCT, you are so missed.
@@trevorskidmore5439 Well said, its the whole group that make this magic. Thanks for the update. Appreciated.
It doesn't matter how old I get this is just timeless !
I miss this era of music so much
Fuck! Where did I go wrong in life? What was I doing missing on this talent. Keyboard my life
I first heard this song at the end of a Sex And The City episode. Loved this song ever since.
I've literally just watched the same episode tonight! And immediately needed to find this track! It's fab!
Same.
Me2 😂❤
They nailed this, especially Sophie. She just killed this performance
Trip hop is still one of the greatest genres. Hard to find another type of music that’s nostalgic and futuristic at the same time. It also allows u to let ur mind completely disconnect from your body. I always felt Zero 7 was trip hop with a touch of the French group AIR mixed in.
Without question, 100% AIR-influenced
Sophie barker is beautifull in every way. lovely voice and presence. lovely, beautifull
still. such. a. vibe.
The way Sophie sings slightly behind the beat is BEAUTIFUL and brilliant! Miles and Dexter both did this on their best performances. Like them, she's a timeless classic.
It took me almost 20 years to know who' s this song was. I just love it. I cannot stop playing it. Reminds me my times driving looking at the pacific ocean while going to college.
I wanna add to everybody else’s comment to point that the sound mix is phenomenal. Sounds almost like the record if not better.
PERFECTION
Eu sei ❤
Danced to this song with my Mom at my wedding. Marriage didn't last, but at least I got this one good memory from the night.
Portland Oregon Radio Station - Kink FM Radio brought me here back in the early 2000's, trip hop is tripped, love it!
If you're still listening to this masterpiece, you have a good taste in music. 💞👌😊👍
thank you
Timeless song. It simply doesn't age.
Sophie Barker has the voice of an angel.
The Fender Rhodes solo from 2.55-3.21 is pure heaven!
The Rhodes is always heaven!
Always thought it was a Rhodes on the album but here they’re using a Wurlitzer here.
That’s a Wurli…but it’s a sweet solo..
Little Manzarek boy right there 😁
what a song❣
It was this song played at the end of an episode of House that made me aware of Zero 7. No idea how they slipped under my radar before that.
Same here ! One of this "I've got to find out out who it is" moment :D
Me three
go ahead Sophie…just melt me into a puddle!
Top 10 best songs and performances of all time.
❤❤❤❤❤
I knew I wouldn't need to type this comment if I just looked! Thanks!
I'm so glad that when I think of my early 20's this is one of the memoires I get to have. Amazing music.
There literally isn't anyone around nowadays like Zero 7. They're vocalists were second to none! I sincerely hope that one day they will all come back together for one last tour. Fucking beautiful ❤
Thievery Corporation is still around, and Supreme Beings of Leisure just reunited.
You should give London Grammar, machineheart, or Broods a chance.
Sia is still around and bigger than ever.
@@mournblade1066Nice recs, thanks
How many times have I listened to this wonderful song and album. To this day I break out my keyboard and get narley on it. such a wonderful piece of music
I was sitting in a Starbucks in Little Rock Arkansas over 12 years ago and heard a song over head that I had never heard before but fell in love with. I opened SoundHound and the song was Destiny. I still listen to it and Zero 7 all the time. I’ve probably watched this video probably a hundred times. 😅
THERE IS NO WAY THIS WAS 20 YEARS AGO!!!! Damn...I've loved this song for as long as it's been around, but time has done a funny thing with my brain, because I can't fathom that it came out 20 years ago. Thanks, Zero 7 for all the amazing music over the years. And thanks to Sophie for lending her silky smooth vocals over this banger of a track. Happy New Year all!
I'm crying right now, not only because I'm a bit drunk (it's NYE after all!) but because of my love for Zero 7, and all of their amazing vocalists they've had over the years. Although I've never had the pleasure to see Sophie perform with them live, or meet her in person, I actually *DID* get to meet Sia a long time ago! It was her album called "Some People Have Real Problems", so way before the general population had ever heard of her, and she was performing a short set, live, in my local record store! I honestly couldn't believe that not only was I watching Sia, of all people, performing with her band in a relatively small record store, but I was standing about 5 feet in front of the stage! After her set, she hung out for about an hour signing her record (or whatever else you happened to bring along) and chatting with fans. When I mentioned Zero 7 and how much I loved their music, her eyes and face lit up like a light bulb. She actually hugged me, and said "awwww, thank you!" and then signed a couple of the CD inserts from that album.
I know that this comment should have been all about Sophie, because she deserves it, but alas, I'm just a huge fan of Zero 7 and everything that they have done, and ALL of their vocalists are amazing! I only wish I could have seen them back in the day when Sophie *and* Sia were on tour with them! Could you even imagine??
@@gustafsone It is 20 years ago when the world was a fun place to be. We didn't have President who was a megalomaniac, ( Trump) medicinal weed became legal. Coachella happened in the desert of Indio California and exploded from there. Zero 7 happened with Sia and Sophie Baker. Then Theivery Corporation song Lebanese blonde happened, song simultaneously and I was happy.
@@mariestandish4746 err ... do you remember who the president was 20 years ago? He wasn't much better than Trump.
That was a great album by Sia. If my memory serves me correct her single off that one was called "Little Black Sandals". Let me know if I'm wrong!!!!!! LOL!!!!!!!
I hear you totally! Back when I first heard Zero 7, I was estranged from my husband, vowing never again. Twenty plus years on, and I remarried, and have two teenage children. This song transports me to a softer, gentle place.
Heard this song for the first time in a ramen shop years ago and it’s still one of my favorite songs ever
I first heard this song in the closing credits of a Sex and the City episode (the one where Carrie takes care of Big after heart surgery). I searched until I finally found the song and artist. Love it.
Same! That’s the first time I ever heard of zero 7 and I’ve been hooked ever since
Sounds exactly like the studio recording. I mean that as the highest compliment ❤
Are you kidding me? what? what an incredible beautiful voice.
Timeless song. I dont know how i discovered zero 7 in 2001. I didn’t have tv or radio. I guess it was in my destiny to discover them so i can find meaning in life.
I *think* it was on SATC.
We had KCRW with music of this genre from the early 90’s on..
Zero7 is magic by music.
I remember I found this song at age 15. I didn’t really understand it at the moment but I just knew it was something special. And now it’s a song has gone with me through the bad and the good .
It’s beautiful to hear how more subtlety mature Sophie’s voice has become over the years. Her songs are some of my most cherished in Zero7’s catalogue.
Thanks for Topping off the year, Sophie. It’s been an honor!
A great observation. Her voice is suddenly changing for the better!
This is the song that introduced me to Zero 7 twenty three years ago and it's still as intelligent, haunting and mesmerising as the first time I'd heard it. Love you Zero 7.
That was and still is a great tune. What an era it was :)
trip-hop vibes here. I like it
Perfect upbeat tempo. Oh sumptuous.
I came across this joint from a little movie called “the garden State”, people like to rack on this movie, but I liked it. This song is part of the soundtrack and it absolutely is relatable to everything going on today in the world. The news saying different things but do you believe what you see. In this land sheltered by lies… let me stop it’s getting deep but Sophie I gotta give kudos to for this song and her lyrics. Her voice is so soothing.
One of the most underrated music producer's out there ❤️
I remember I was.... about 12 when I heard this song in Garden State and that soundtrack changed my life. Thank you for your art and passion pursuing it.
Fantastic soundtrack and movie!
@@reesecup6915 Agreed!
That's were I first discovered the song, too
Over 20 years later and still sounds great
23 years old.......I fell like today!
That key section solo was so smooth, one of their best tracks!
Amazing.
Sophie Barkers voice gives me chills and I cant take my eyes off her 🤩
Oh yeah, there's some magic on this on.
Mesmerizing....
I could listen to this, let another twenty years go by, and say that was Zero 7, wasn't it.
This woman is a true treasure!
One of the greatest bands of all time
Haha I appreciate your enthusiasm but that could be a bit of a stretch
2:54 What a perfect solo, shortened phrases with a sort of cut off last note. Absolutely perfect!
A reunion show would be amazing, somewhere like Porchester Hall.
A group way ahead of its time! Sharing light and love in times of darkness!
hardaker binns and cowley - wow. the dream team. *flawless*
Nevermind the song, but colours and lightning are incredibly
Sounds as fresh as the day it was released, pure beauty
most underrated group and album. its a scam! Beautiful song , great sound engineering as well.
Love her voice, and I'll never get sick of this song, perfection.
First heard this on Ibiza in 2018. It absolutely grabbed me the first time I heard it. Majestic arrangement and vocal. Would definitely be one of my Desert Island Discs!
how ppl not know of this healing magic
I just found it no more than an Hour ago, thanks to the show House MD 🙏
I cannot believe I never heard this song until this year. I love this the song. The bass line, keyboards and her voice...man this is musical artistry. No drum machine or sampling...this is real music here! Bravo
Every few years you go back to a band you loved and remember and realise why you loved them , what an incredible voice Sophie Barker , such an awesome album , beautiful
Agree!!
⚘🎼...believe, in what
you s e e..🗣🎙🎶☁️
This song saved me from school. thanks from korea!
Sophie is amazing. Always.
One of my favorite songs ever. Can't believe it's been 20 years. Amazing how close this live performance is to the album version.
It probably IS the album version, I'm not sure the BBC really does "live performance", they'll be playing along to something pre-recorded most likely.
Her voice is so warm, human, full of emotion, which is far more important then range and technical ability.
That was a really impressive live performance... They are one of my favorite chill artists along with Air and boards of Canada
This music gives me sense in my screwedup live
Wow... I got some serious chills at 0:45; just an amazing song.
The signature haunting sound of a Zero 7 track with piercing lyrics, this song makes me cry both sad & happy tears
It seems that not only you these songs make you cry. I don't speak English, but even without knowing the words, I've admired this voice for 20 years. to my shame, I recently started looking for lyrics in order to discover these songs more deeply for myself
Stealing time wow.......someone stole 22 years from me, I want them back please, take me back......time and tide indeed, Sophie Barker is amazing, what a voice.
Simple Things - My all time best Album ever! Truly Timeless , Special!
Timeless...pure magic. Just getting into their music and want more!
shout out to my mom who gave me to this zero 7 album to listen to from her job
My newest favorite
90s and 2000s were the best era in the USA hands down for music. Brings me back
Sophie has a very beautiful voice......unique.
Sophie's voice was slept on in the industry.
OMG me in grade 11, in my room, with my walkman, and this song!