A lot of it so far has been about internet fame. This is Porter’s most chronically online album after all, and Knock Yourself Out specifically I feel is a very explicit reference to a certain (or a few) streamer(s)
I like how the main melody that starts from 3:13 panned from the left, transitions from left to right then right to left but instead of cutting the melody when transitioning to the right side, the melody on the left becomes a counter-melody so it wont feel empty.
Hearing Nurture-era vocals used intentionally here rather than a way to mask his own singing voice just shows how far Porter Robinson's confidence and genius has risen since 2020. Really good song overall!
@@xx-noodle-xxit's mainly from the time from a few years ago when porter released an album called nurture where it had vocals similar to the ones in this song, except heavily edited or covered up. It's still him, but the way he made it sounded completely different. The best song examples I can think of showcasing that is probably Mirror and Look At The Sky
@@Resaixo OH MAKES SENSE uh tbh idk, maybe it's cuz of the whole "trying to look pretty and not feel bad" theme of the song???? And how Porter used to mix up the vocals heavily during the nurture era for it to sound "pretty"???? Idfk lol
@@AlexTaylor-im4xd its exactly this im pretty sure. I think its him expressing hiding behind something such as fame, designer clothes, or partially the effects he used on nurture because he was more self conscious back then. I think theres also another layer to it with how porter isnt using nearly as much vocal alteration as he does on nurture showing the improvement of his conscious from back then, and using a more authentic version of those vocals as almost a homage to his past. This could also be completely wrong and im misinterpreting the song
This song eerily means a lot to me in many ways. Recently a friend of mine passed away that was a Twitch streamer, kitsuneko42. She was one of the kindest friends I had and she was friendly and loving towards everyone that was on her streams. She was very big on loving yourself and accepting yourself and this almost feels like a message from beyond the grave somehow. Even the fox mask mirrors her character which has a green left eye and blue right eye. I miss her so much, and I hope her partner that is still with us who can be very self-doubting sees this as a message to accept themselves and that they're loved. Rest in peace, Kitsu. Your community loves you and misses you.
Stories like those make me continue to believe that the world has a way to give us signs, that even if they seem too far-fetched, they were crafted by someone or something on purpose 🥺 sorry to hear about your loss. It truly sounds like something that's not a coincidence 🙏💖
Kitsune Maison is an interesting name because while it initially sounds like it's describing vanity, kitsune could be interpreted to mean fake (or faux) and in English maison most literally translates to home. It's the appearance of pleasure without any of the stability, a fake home.
There is also a fashion company called Maison Kitsune (which is probably where the song came from, but I think “Kitsune Maison” is catchier to sing than “Maison Kitsune”)
@@CITGProductions Kitsuné Maison used to be the name of their music side in the 00s. lots of Kitsuné Maison Compilations on spotify if you're trying to relive (or experience for the 1st time) the blog house era
I love how each song you have created feels so different from each other while still keeping some of what makes you recognizable, these songs have been absolutely amazing and I can’t get enough of your amazing creations
I love this song because the first sound is “ugly” but it’s actually what’s adding so much personality to the entire song once the rest of the sounds come in Wow I’m actually gonna cry a little
Sounds like porter is finally transitioning into just having fun experimenting with music. He went from making music because he wanted to, then felt too much pressure and wanted to live up to an imaginary standard because he got popular so young, took a break and came back with a new sound talking about getting though mental struggles, and now he's here. Even if I personally don't like some of the songs, I'm happy he accepted himself and is having fun with music again. Keep doing you Porter, we all love ya ❤
Same. There were a lot of tracks from smile I hadn't heard yet like Pinterest garden and knock yourself out. But this whole album is stellar, in typical style
I think this is a commentary on how society pressures us into meeting certain beauty standards and how harmful it can be to try to live up to everyone's expectations of what one should look like and throwing out your true self in order to please the people around us, hence the line "trying to look good, trying not to feel bad," because those that don't meet the standard get berated and mistreated a lot, and it's quite upsetting. The chorus reinforces the idea that we shouldn't have to worry about society's expectations and just be our true selves, because that's what makes us beautiful, not the designer clothing or perfect teeth or a skinny body. Just us.
I also looked up the title on Kitsune Maison. Looking it up on Google, Maison Kitsune is a clothing brand & music label. Along that vein it also said that it's a french-japanese company I believe. Maison in french means a house, typically one used for businesses and Kitsunes are known to be beautiful shapeshifters that are known to be mischievous, or more commonly known to *seduce* people. Basically it's a shop that helps people change (shapeshift) into looking prettier, more attractive and more appealing, going into these shops to do so. A shapeshifter shop. Just my two cents
I agree, I also think it's about our consumer culture of always wanting more and more, with the line "didn't you see thie coming? Everything you thought you wanted was made out of nothing" Like in the end all these clothes and brands are just stuff that doesn't matter.
Real talk, this song has become my Anthem since it came out. We are so quick to judge others but in reality, everyone is doing best they can to get by. the little section of him talking about him thinking he discovered the thing making him feel would elevate him but in the end, he ended regretting his getting his teeth fix, man.. I can't wait to see you live later this year and hear this song live. right now, in this stage in my life, Porter is helping me get by some the hardest parts. thank you for that. don't ever give up on your self, your music is honestly therapy for so many of us. I feel as when I listen to your music, is as I feel your emotions coming through your music.
I refused listening to this as a single since the album release was already close, and I'm glad. Kinda defined the vibe of the album for me. One of my favourites on there for sure ❤
"I got my teeth fixed and I regret it so much man I can't get the teeth my mom gave me back in my mouth" i literally love this, something so normalized that all teeth need to be straight perfect and white copy and paste in everyone's mouths, nobody thinks about it and just gets the work done on their teeth this compared to the message of the song is just ugh perfect
I mean, there are a lot of people who have complications with teath and getting them straightened tends to solve some of those problems and look aesthetically better in general.
Sound design sounding like a fusion of his early days combined with the Nurture vocals. This is the most unique of the album to me, in what the lyrics talk about and the general feel. Which I do like. And with the album dropping soon, I'm excited for what will come next!
@@charlesrump5771 when I was 18 i was so worried about my teeth, just waiting to get money to fix them, now I'm 26 but damn, I really don't care now, I started kinda liking it since the most beautiful person I saw in my life said she likes them, damn... really was that I was waiting for? was for dissaproval or aproval for someone else? as porter said. it's stupid.
As someone who is currently trying to fix my teeth, I don't understand this line. I'd much rather be able to actually smile and not feel self conscious than think about not being able to get back teeth that failed me.
This song is all about the superficial nature of humans. We’re all people trying to blend in, trying to make ourselves look better, because it all somehow feeds back into our emotions. “We’re trying to look good, trying not to feel bad” This is the epitome of what the song represents. We shouldn’t feel bad for who we are. We shouldn’t feel the need to indulge in material things just to feed our fragile egos. Because at the end of the day, when you end up overcast, what matters isn’t the clothes on your body, or your money in the bank, but, rather, the impact you leave on others.
I think what’s so interesting about this album’s concept is that it has the emotions of being upbeat and sad. I like how this song sounds kinda old school it gives me video game vibes and that’s super cool the vocals sound like something straight out of Nurture. It has the vibe of being very clam and chill sounding combined with being nostalgia Even tho the album isn’t even out yet ima love every single second of it when it dose come out anyway have a nice day everyone especially you porter XD
The fact that nurture vocals came back makes me think about when he explained why one part of blossom, the filter was removed because he wants the specific part to be HIM and not someone behind else in a way
I like how you’re doing these smaller scale songs branding wise, like they’re bridges between the next large ones and don’t need to go over the top. Just having fun
“SMILE! :D” is out now !! porterrobinson.co/SMILE
YIPPEE :D
my brain was shattered
thank you for another great album 😊
porter giving away his designer clothes makes so much more sense with this song
It definitely does.
It definitely does.
It definitely does.
It definitely does.
It does, definitely
Nurture vocals making a return in SMILE wasn't in my bingo card for it.
🤓👆erm… it’s actually SMILE :D
@@Eggfan91 erm it's actually SMILE! :D
@@petelectures erm… it’s actually SMILE! :D (Taylor’s Version)
@@Eggfan91 got 100 million merch items on his wrists
@@Eggfan91I believe it's SMILE! :D (Porters Version) ☝️🤓
Every time i feel like ive got a handle on what this era is gonna be like Porter drops another enigma on me and now im more confused than ever 🤣🤣🤣
Good! More fun this way!
A lot of it so far has been about internet fame. This is Porter’s most chronically online album after all, and Knock Yourself Out specifically I feel is a very explicit reference to a certain (or a few) streamer(s)
@@OArthurFeitalwho
@@aullette google “streamer flexes 300k watch” lol. Again, could be about this specific guy or just mainstream streamer culture in general
@@OArthurFeitali see some kr girls watch corn on stream
I like how the main melody that starts from 3:13 panned from the left, transitions from left to right then right to left but instead of cutting the melody when transitioning to the right side, the melody on the left becomes a counter-melody so it wont feel empty.
Woahhhhhhhh
If you listen to one side, it sounds like a melody of its own, like you can hardly notice the switches
Hearing Nurture-era vocals used intentionally here rather than a way to mask his own singing voice just shows how far Porter Robinson's confidence and genius has risen since 2020. Really good song overall!
what do you think he's trying to say by using the nurture vocals? i'm still figuring it out lol
@@xx-noodle-xxit's mainly from the time from a few years ago when porter released an album called nurture where it had vocals similar to the ones in this song, except heavily edited or covered up. It's still him, but the way he made it sounded completely different. The best song examples I can think of showcasing that is probably Mirror and Look At The Sky
@@AlexTaylor-im4xdI think they know that part, I took it as wondering WHY he did it on this one. Which I've been wondering too. 😭
@@Resaixo OH MAKES SENSE uh tbh idk, maybe it's cuz of the whole "trying to look pretty and not feel bad" theme of the song???? And how Porter used to mix up the vocals heavily during the nurture era for it to sound "pretty"???? Idfk lol
@@AlexTaylor-im4xd its exactly this im pretty sure. I think its him expressing hiding behind something such as fame, designer clothes, or partially the effects he used on nurture because he was more self conscious back then. I think theres also another layer to it with how porter isnt using nearly as much vocal alteration as he does on nurture showing the improvement of his conscious from back then, and using a more authentic version of those vocals as almost a homage to his past. This could also be completely wrong and im misinterpreting the song
When he said “been on a diet, cant eat that”
I didnt feel that.
😂 💀
💀
whats the POINT
This song eerily means a lot to me in many ways. Recently a friend of mine passed away that was a Twitch streamer, kitsuneko42. She was one of the kindest friends I had and she was friendly and loving towards everyone that was on her streams.
She was very big on loving yourself and accepting yourself and this almost feels like a message from beyond the grave somehow. Even the fox mask mirrors her character which has a green left eye and blue right eye.
I miss her so much, and I hope her partner that is still with us who can be very self-doubting sees this as a message to accept themselves and that they're loved. Rest in peace, Kitsu. Your community loves you and misses you.
🫶
hey, are you the same guy from the porter discord? this sounds familiar to me
Stories like those make me continue to believe that the world has a way to give us signs, that even if they seem too far-fetched, they were crafted by someone or something on purpose 🥺 sorry to hear about your loss. It truly sounds like something that's not a coincidence 🙏💖
Kitsune Maison is an interesting name because while it initially sounds like it's describing vanity, kitsune could be interpreted to mean fake (or faux) and in English maison most literally translates to home. It's the appearance of pleasure without any of the stability, a fake home.
so it’s about a broken home, got it
There is also a fashion company called Maison Kitsune (which is probably where the song came from, but I think “Kitsune Maison” is catchier to sing than “Maison Kitsune”)
@@CITGProductions yeah that's what Porter said, he explained it flowed better when he sang it on his instagram
It's pretty obviously about Maison Kitsune.
@@CITGProductions Kitsuné Maison used to be the name of their music side in the 00s. lots of Kitsuné Maison Compilations on spotify if you're trying to relive (or experience for the 1st time) the blog house era
this is a certified hood classic.
Bro if you play this in the hood I think you gonna have more bullet holes than views on this video
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
@@Goopygooper.mp3 that is diabolical
TRAPAHOLICS REAL TRAP SHIT
☠️☠️☠️
one of the many reasons porter is my favorite musician ever is that he just does shit like this at random & it fuckin bops
I MIGHT DO A SONG WITH YOUR MOTHEEEERRRRR 🗣️
I THINK SHE'D WANNA SEE ME ON THE TRACK ON THE TRACK
I was having a rough day. Now I can't stop smiling.
Music is amazing like that
SMILE! :D
Porter effect
is "smiling" a fanbase term for when you listen to this album on repeat 'til you feel better? if so, i can relate
@@ineedmayo95 Oh damn you're awesome for that. It was unintentional, but now I'm gonna use it too!
those synths are so chill and comforting . .
Hits harder when you're struggling with your weight and the fact that we're getting old... Thanks Porter, for being my safe place ✨❤️
Much love to you ❤️
Just Lose the weight
4/4 so far. 2024 is going to be goated because of this album.
I love how each song you have created feels so different from each other while still keeping some of what makes you recognizable, these songs have been absolutely amazing and I can’t get enough of your amazing creations
The beat and synth is simply out of this world
I love this song because the first sound is “ugly” but it’s actually what’s adding so much personality to the entire song once the rest of the sounds come in
Wow I’m actually gonna cry a little
and that's exactly what the song is about
Witnessing this stage of Porter Robinson has been truly interesting
You know it's a good day when Poter Drops another Song.
Poter
Poter
Peter
pote obinson
Sounds like porter is finally transitioning into just having fun experimenting with music.
He went from making music because he wanted to, then felt too much pressure and wanted to live up to an imaginary standard because he got popular so young, took a break and came back with a new sound talking about getting though mental struggles, and now he's here.
Even if I personally don't like some of the songs, I'm happy he accepted himself and is having fun with music again.
Keep doing you Porter, we all love ya ❤
Love this even more after hearing it live.
Same. There were a lot of tracks from smile I hadn't heard yet like Pinterest garden and knock yourself out. But this whole album is stellar, in typical style
KITSUNE CROISSANT 🗣🗣🗣🥐🥐🔥🔥🔥!!!!
KITSUNE MY SOUL
CONSIDER MAH SON!
KEEP SINGIN' MY SONG
CAN'T CINNAMONS ON
GET SUED BY MY SON!!!!
One week until Smile!
I do like how this song is more chill than the other three we’ve got so far…great work porter
I LOVE YOU PORTER 😭😭 LISTEN FOR YOU FOR 8 years now
I am glad I could be here for this moment.
why'd this make me cry? i love you porter
I think this is a commentary on how society pressures us into meeting certain beauty standards and how harmful it can be to try to live up to everyone's expectations of what one should look like and throwing out your true self in order to please the people around us, hence the line "trying to look good, trying not to feel bad," because those that don't meet the standard get berated and mistreated a lot, and it's quite upsetting.
The chorus reinforces the idea that we shouldn't have to worry about society's expectations and just be our true selves, because that's what makes us beautiful, not the designer clothing or perfect teeth or a skinny body. Just us.
I also looked up the title on Kitsune Maison. Looking it up on Google, Maison Kitsune is a clothing brand & music label. Along that vein it also said that it's a french-japanese company I believe. Maison in french means a house, typically one used for businesses and Kitsunes are known to be beautiful shapeshifters that are known to be mischievous, or more commonly known to *seduce* people. Basically it's a shop that helps people change (shapeshift) into looking prettier, more attractive and more appealing, going into these shops to do so. A shapeshifter shop. Just my two cents
Or it's just about how designer clothes are a scam
@@JQ3B941 yea that too
I agree, I also think it's about our consumer culture of always wanting more and more, with the line "didn't you see thie coming? Everything you thought you wanted was made out of nothing" Like in the end all these clothes and brands are just stuff that doesn't matter.
Real talk, this song has become my Anthem since it came out. We are so quick to judge others but in reality, everyone is doing best they can to get by. the little section of him talking about him thinking he discovered the thing making him feel would elevate him but in the end, he ended regretting his getting his teeth fix, man.. I can't wait to see you live later this year and hear this song live. right now, in this stage in my life, Porter is helping me get by some the hardest parts. thank you for that. don't ever give up on your self, your music is honestly therapy for so many of us. I feel as when I listen to your music, is as I feel your emotions coming through your music.
I refused listening to this as a single since the album release was already close, and I'm glad. Kinda defined the vibe of the album for me. One of my favourites on there for sure ❤
A new Porter Robinson song at midnight let's gooo
"I got my teeth fixed and I regret it so much man I can't get the teeth my mom gave me back in my mouth" i literally love this, something so normalized that all teeth need to be straight perfect and white copy and paste in everyone's mouths, nobody thinks about it and just gets the work done on their teeth this compared to the message of the song is just ugh perfect
I mean, there are a lot of people who have complications with teath and getting them straightened tends to solve some of those problems and look aesthetically better in general.
@@TopOfAllWorldsI’m sure they mean getting it to celebrity level forms of correction.
@@MaximillianRobesphere exactly :D!
Sound design sounding like a fusion of his early days combined with the Nurture vocals.
This is the most unique of the album to me, in what the lyrics talk about and the general feel. Which I do like. And with the album dropping soon, I'm excited for what will come next!
that line about teeth is so real
I wish I could afford to fix my teeth.
Not for me at least. Buck teeth and retracted jaw were a burden to me long ago, but I didn't do it to please anyone but myself
@@charlesrump5771 when I was 18 i was so worried about my teeth, just waiting to get money to fix them, now I'm 26 but damn, I really don't care now, I started kinda liking it since the most beautiful person I saw in my life said she likes them, damn... really was that I was waiting for? was for dissaproval or aproval for someone else? as porter said. it's stupid.
Tbf fixing your teeth through braces is different than getting veneers@@Thaltas
As someone who is currently trying to fix my teeth, I don't understand this line. I'd much rather be able to actually smile and not feel self conscious than think about not being able to get back teeth that failed me.
NEW FAVORITE PORTER SONG I LOVE THE CHORUS SO MUCH
This album is actually going to change my life.
EVERYTHING YOU THOUGHT YOU WANTED WAS MADE OUT OF NOTHIN
I love to hear the Nurture vocals again
Favorite track so far! Love the vibe of this one, Can't wait for the rest of the album!
This song is all about the superficial nature of humans. We’re all people trying to blend in, trying to make ourselves look better, because it all somehow feeds back into our emotions. “We’re trying to look good, trying not to feel bad” This is the epitome of what the song represents. We shouldn’t feel bad for who we are. We shouldn’t feel the need to indulge in material things just to feed our fragile egos. Because at the end of the day, when you end up overcast, what matters isn’t the clothes on your body, or your money in the bank, but, rather, the impact you leave on others.
This man can't stop releasing fire content. ❤ Can't wait for the whole album!
Every song in this album I've liked initially, especially Cheerleader, but all of them have grown on me even more.
This song is so calming, matching my condition right now. Thank you, Porter, for making another wonderful song. Love from Indonesia 🇮🇩🇮🇩❤❤
Weh ada org indo
Ada indonesia coy....!
the one day i dont check everywhere for new music is the day porter decides to do a fking fan meetup and drop a new single bruh
LET THE KITSUNE GUIDE YOU
First minute club, can’t wait for this album!!
I think what’s so interesting about this album’s concept is that it has the emotions of being upbeat and sad.
I like how this song sounds kinda old school it gives me video game vibes and that’s super cool the vocals sound like something straight out of Nurture.
It has the vibe of being very clam and chill sounding combined with being nostalgia
Even tho the album isn’t even out yet ima love every single second of it when it dose come out anyway have a nice day everyone especially you porter XD
I’m so excited for the joy this album is going to bring me.
I hope it brings some sads too.
All the feels.
I dig this era so far.
Juicy track
The way he hits he hits the kitsune maison lyrics really sounds to me like "consider my song"
IMMA GROW MY HAIR, IMMA GROW MY GYATT🗣️
No way dude now i'll be hearing it like this forever LMAO
how to unheard the misheard lyrics
How does it feel to be noticed by Porter himself lmao
So I'm not the only one who heard that, lmao
The fact that nurture vocals came back makes me think about when he explained why one part of blossom, the filter was removed because he wants the specific part to be HIM and not someone behind else in a way
It's when he says "I love you", and it gets my every time
Cannot tell you how much I enjoy this format
this song makes me feel like that one dancing goose gif
can the next 7 days just go by already. I can't wait for this album anymore
You have no idea how hype I was when I saw this released on Spotify 4 hrs ago haha AND YOU CAN PRE-SAVE THE ALBUM NOW! 10 songs 😳😳
this guy keeps surprising with song names
I'm loving this Porter bedroom pop era
Honey Wake Up! New Porter Robinson Song Just Dropped!
thank you Porter! :D Can't wait for album drop
So excited for the entire SMILE! :D album already, just a bit more waiting
i love how sounds your voice in the start of the song 🥰
Time to have this on loop for the rest of my life
Love the lofi vibes on this one. Reminds me of mirror
KITSUNE MAISONN !! this is awesome porter! ☆
i see why you’re giving your designer clothes away :D!
daamn, porter robinson and glass animals drops on the same day
hmmmnn
this song goes so harddd
no
All bangers so far, can't wait for the album
The songs just keep getting better
This song flies by as fast as the fashion it puts on blast 💥
What a coincidence, I’ve been listening to all the Kitsune Maison compilations recently!
I like how you’re doing these smaller scale songs branding wise, like they’re bridges between the next large ones and don’t need to go over the top. Just having fun
porter coming back to nurture style vocals for a song that has a main theme as "trying look good, trying not to feel bad"
im gonna go cry a little
Fantastic as always!! Humming and improvising with the tune even after it ended.
これほんと好き
Good time to be alive.
I love it, Keep being you Porter!
Hearing the nurture voice again just makes me feel nostalgic.
ESTEE LAUDER NIGHT SERUM 🗣🗣🗣
Damn... that shit hits differently bruh....
The promo, the popup, the stream, all of it is just chefs kiss. Loving this era sm
If Kitsune Maison gets a music video. Please let it be a compilation of fox videos!! 🦊
Love you Porter! Can’t wait to see you in September 🫶😭
thanks for another banger Taylor
Really love the synth line at the end. Another certified Porter Banger.
KITSUNE MAISON 🗣🗣🗣🔥🔥🔥🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶
Omg new Porter song! I really dig the message here. That line about fixing his teeth really hit me hard.
3:13 man that section is sooo beautiful. Replaying this like 30 times now.
Your music makes me yearn for my home planet.
This is such a vibe, absolute banger.
"I can't get the teeth my mom gave me back in my mouth" got me 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭(cries in the corner)
He gave us his "STYLE" for "FREE" I see what you did there Porter
Fin love this song Porter thank you . . . It’s on repeat ya’ll I’m addicted
Man I dont think I've been excited for an album to release in decades. I can't wait for the 26th :D
This album is gonna be so good!!!!!
Thank you for making me smile, Porter
Porter Robinson Killin it, can't wait for new album
Why am I crying
Wasn’t feeling Russian roulette, but this one melted my heart. Cannot wait another week to finally hear this full era
Porter Robinson droppin a banger as usual 🔥