Even when it's a straight up literal-meaning pop song, Elliott finds a way to express it in the most poignant, dream-like way possible. Goddamit, Elliott.
Elliott is an angel, his voice, his music, his soul. The emotion he transmits are very rare! Surely he is now in Heaven and he has all the love that was missing. Come in my dreams Elliott, I want to hug! Come!
My friend Jim Matio who passed away today. He got me into Elliott Smith especially the Figure 8 album. This is my favorite track from it. I purchased it on vinyl today in memory of Jim & Elliott!! Rest eazy!! Love Tim. 😞🖤
there may be several musical geniuses, several poetic geniuses, several tortured souls who have done great things, but Elliot is the ONLY one who has ever given the world all these things in one man. Bless his beautiful soul
It's funny, there were probably lots of other people just as brilliant, maybe even more so, throughout history (bearing in mind we've been around thousands and thousands of years) that will never be remembered because technology didn't allow it. I'm grateful we have these pieces of Elliott left to remember him by, I'm sure countless people who knew someone incredible weren't so lucky; to be able to hear him whenever we need to is truly a gift
i saw elliott @ the troubador around 97.needless to say Ive listened to him daily since,now my kids and their friends are totally obsessed(in a good way)to him as well. R.I.P. Sincerly,A.
Most people reject honesty for distraction and an 'easy to swallow' soundtrack to accompany them through a routine, it's convenient and painless. It takes compassion and understanding to identify with another's deeper emotions... You obviously have that capacity, which is something to cherish and look after regardless of all around you. Elliott Smith's genius for melody, and understanding of song composition will one day be fully recognized. Perhaps his beauty as a human being will never be.
everyone i know thinks his voice is depressing and shittty, i think he has the voice of an angel and i think my friends have the brain of a fucking gold fish!!
@ganuenen Exactly the same. they just rip into say it's depressing and repetative without taking the time to actually listen beneath the veneer and soak up the beauty of his words and that really hacks me off because honestly anyone who listens to Elliott's music and I mean listen and give it a chance can't help but be moved, I just take solace in the fact that there's people that can appreciate the true talent and I'm gonna leave my friends to their Mumford and Son and Kings and Leon Bullshit!
What the hell are you talking about? No shit. I meant was the year of the video and the release date of figure eight, but it was the year before the cd came out.
Go for a run instead. Or drink some vodka and then go for a run. Idk, I just know for me when I start the day with a “good” habit and some exercise, everything else tends to fall in place. It can be a short slow jog at first too. Or even a walk. Just one possible suggestion.
Most underrated guitar player ever
Factual
All noodley rock/metal guitarists should have to learn to play his songs
Even when it's a straight up literal-meaning pop song, Elliott finds a way to express it in the most poignant, dream-like way possible. Goddamit, Elliott.
Elliott is an angel, his voice, his music, his soul. The emotion he transmits are very rare! Surely he is now in Heaven and he has all the love that was missing. Come in my dreams Elliott, I want to hug! Come!
His soul ....
My friend Jim Matio who passed away today. He got me into Elliott Smith especially the Figure 8 album. This is my favorite track from it. I purchased it on vinyl today in memory of Jim & Elliott!! Rest eazy!! Love Tim. 😞🖤
Beautifully put! I just saw my 248th concert and I would trade every one to just have seen him once!
R.I.P the best man in this world.
there may be several musical geniuses, several poetic geniuses, several tortured souls who have done great things, but Elliot is the ONLY one who has ever given the world all these things in one man. Bless his beautiful soul
Agreed he was truly a special soul
It's funny, there were probably lots of other people just as brilliant, maybe even more so, throughout history (bearing in mind we've been around thousands and thousands of years) that will never be remembered because technology didn't allow it.
I'm grateful we have these pieces of Elliott left to remember him by, I'm sure countless people who knew someone incredible weren't so lucky; to be able to hear him whenever we need to is truly a gift
@@glacierfruits5350 No. Everyone sucked until the 90s.
Elliott, you are honestly incredible.
Elliott wouldve turned 50 today - Happy Bday, you wonderful man.. we miss you
Would've loved to see him with white hair, like some god like thom yorke
Listening Elliott Smith changes my dreams. It changes the way I feel in my dreams. I can only listen every now and then though.
i saw elliott @ the troubador around 97.needless to say Ive listened to him daily since,now my kids and their friends are totally obsessed(in a good way)to him as well. R.I.P. Sincerly,A.
This whole show looks amazing. I've watched 'Southern Belle' almost every day...RIP mate.
Still watching almost every day 9 years later?
Most people reject honesty for distraction and an 'easy to swallow' soundtrack to accompany them through a routine, it's convenient and painless. It takes compassion and understanding to identify with another's deeper emotions... You obviously have that capacity, which is something to cherish and look after regardless of all around you. Elliott Smith's genius for melody, and understanding of song composition will one day be fully recognized. Perhaps his beauty as a human being will never be.
I appreciate the beauty ok!
Yea hes the best songwriter imo
Greatness in every note.
I wish I was that microphone.
mymayapapaya way too many close shots in this whole live for my heart to handle. The footage from division day is UNBEARABLE
It is good quality for sure. All of it! 😘
Yoo 😳
Oh my fucking god, i miss you so much
Had the pleasure of seeing Mr. Smith about six times. Very intimate stuff literally sat on the stage with him a couple times. Unbelievable.
amoo demaaais
This song makes me cry
If I send you postcards from the side of the road . . . I love you Elliott!
No one minds
Thank you for the upload!
Mama is proud of u Elliott!!!! I bet she thinks of u everyday.
Your soul is safe in the stars my good friend
still solid
the intro is so fukking goood
I love the way the corners of his mouth always point a bit upwards ... Like if he's about to smile.
16 years ago and not a single fucking like. Take it man, you've deserved it
everyone i know thinks his voice is depressing and shittty, i think he has the voice of an angel and i think my friends have the brain of a fucking gold fish!!
I think his studio recordings are much better than his live. I think his real talent was songwriting, not performing.
so good.
@ganuenen Exactly the same. they just rip into say it's depressing and repetative without taking the time to actually listen beneath the veneer and soak up the beauty of his words and that really hacks me off because honestly anyone who listens to Elliott's music and I mean listen and give it a chance can't help but be moved, I just take solace in the fact that there's people that can appreciate the true talent and I'm gonna leave my friends to their Mumford and Son and Kings and Leon Bullshit!
if momma's not proud, please know that I am.
:,)
The greatest musician that has ever existed outside of God
fucking mezmerised
is this the year figure 8 was released?
What the hell are you talking about?
No shit. I meant was the year of the video and the release date of figure eight, but it was the year before the cd came out.
what did you write?
it's 6am, woke up a hour ago. Got my bottle of vodka here. I started early, as usual. Wouldn't mama be proud?
Go for a run instead. Or drink some vodka and then go for a run. Idk, I just know for me when I start the day with a “good” habit and some exercise, everything else tends to fall in place.
It can be a short slow jog at first too. Or even a walk.
Just one possible suggestion.
@beaglehowl
You made me smile by this comment. Thank you :)
yeah...sadly...
I think you mean "acquired" taste. ;)
as long as she aint a preplanning pharma momma well in wich case