James explained the meaning of this song at his gig in Sydney. He said this song is about expressing yourself, as a man, when you've been told to do the opposite all your life. He then said "If you can't be honest with the people in your life, then there's no point in having them around." In the song he's urging you not to miss life like he did, so you can have those intimate conversations and love.
@@juliettem3611 Yep, pretty much. No matter the gender, I think the essence remains. Being honest, and open with someone you love is what makes life so much better.
As a person that has struggled with anxiety and depression for a while, this particular song touches me deeply. The instrumental is sparse, odd and delicate, and the background vocals are haunting and embracing, but the lyrics are so pure and so stripped that I cannot help but feel completely identified and motivated by them. Words will never be able to express how much admiration and love I have for this artist, and how much his soundscapes and thoughts have shifted and helped me through.
This comment validates everything I feel when I hear this song. I had crippling anxiety that made me agoraphobic for years. I couldn't even leave my house. Because doctors were gaslighting me and telling me I was making it up. It turns out I'm epileptic and autistic. I'm still recovering but I'll always feel like I missed it. But this somehow makes that ok.
I like the concept of this video. I find it relatable cause a lot of us out there do the same thing. Write our thoughts out in a note or something similar, in our phones.
This song to me is about depression and the proclivity to stay inside your comfort zone and safe space. Why would one do this? Well in your safe space u have less responsibility and u don't have to contend with the vices of mortality that wash over you relentlessly. if you put yourself outside your comfort zone say as an artist or muscisian that means you could be poor, or no one might like your art and your dreams could evaporate leaving the black and white picture of reality. And if you do enjoy some vestige of success or even perhaps mountains of it then I think James demonstrates in the title of the piece "don't miss it". Understandably that dark depressed resentful situation one might find themselves in is very seductive in that you feel safe because the variables involved you can control for example James highlights this in the line " I could sleep whenever I like". In conclusion James is I warning of the seductive whispers of depression and resentfulness and also saying that if you do start to feel a shadow, or a shadow of a shadow of happiness grab hold with both hands and let it slowly draw you closer the the sunset painted horizon. Whatever that may be for you.
Hello sir. I am so taken to find this comment. I hope to use your words in a project I'm making very soon. I hope that it finds it's way to you. Thank you.
I saw James Blake doing a sort of DJ set in Vancouver, BC about a year and a half ago in the downstairs venue of one of the more popular clubs in the city. I was in recording school; broke and fairly antisocial, as I still sort of am. I remember not really wanting to go and my friends reaming me out as they usually do (bless them) but that night in particular I caved and went out. I remember the group of DJ's burning all these wild smelling incense all night and spinning nothing but songs I hadn't heard. He came on and it was really impressive; both the vinyls he spun and the way he transitioned into each track. Just a really cool experience. I have been hooked on his work ever since. I was walking home from work today and passed a house with an open window. They were burning that very same scent inside and I could smell it from walking by. Immediately took me back to that night and how I felt at that time, as they say memory is most harshly affected by the sense of smell. Hadn't smelled it since. May never smell it again. No joke, a few SECONDS later a friend texted me out of the blue and told me to watch this video. James Blake you have somehow touched my soul.
Yesterday, listening to this song I took a risk and send a girl I wanted to date for a long time a message. She hasn’t responded yet. I could conclude that I took a dumb risk and it will end in loneliness. But, I am happy. I took the risk. I could avoid taking the shot, and I would have always asked my self, what if. I’m happy with whatever happens. Moral of the story: Don’t miss it. Take the fucking shot. Life is better with taking risks.
I was so tired. I wanted to avoid everything so bad. And then this came up and I cried and I wondered, why do you always bring up new things when I need it the most?
Here with the same feelings, same tears but earlier today i was chatting with my brother and i said something like ,,Damn i need new Blake or im gonna die'' sooo i think i might have called it :')
This hits home. I've suffered with chronic depression and social anxiety all my life. I haven't been out of the house for 2 months. It's a crippling pain like no other to feel you are not part of the world and that you don't belong "out there" Unless you've experienced it, you can't truly grasp or understand what it's like
I'm not 100% sure what "it" is, but this song does make me want to come out of my hermit ways and connect with people. I have such a hard time leaving my room, my computer, to just connect with someone in real time, face to face. This song opens me up to the possibilities of being open to someone new. Such a subtle way of exploring loneliness and connection. Thanks again, James. Really hoping to see you in concert again one day.
Lillie Eve anyone can write anything... But can you feel this? Songwriters feel their words. That's the difference between an artist and any person with a pen.
Lillie Eve WOW sorry for the major shade 💖 I'm such a devoted fan. It's beautiful that you find the same peace I feel in this song. I hope you continue to find connection and find strength in solitude. SORRY AGAIN. Live freely 🌹
I heard this last night on the carradio, waiting for my son after his soccermatch. The tune struck me instantly....considering that I'm a 54-year old (thrash)metalhead. Wow, wow, wow,....James Blake.
keep going mate. you've got this. if i can get through it, you can too. its worth it. you're strong. seek out the company of those you love and find someone or someones to talk to. cheers xx
This song means so much to me. A lot of what he says resembles what I've been going through for the last 7 years. Times I feel like I miss the toxicity of such a mindset. It really is cyclical.
This song, along with “If The Car Besides You Moves Ahead”, both have the same message. Keep moving and everything will be fine. In ITCBYMA, the repetition of the voice symbolizes the voices catching up with each other, just like a car beside you moving ahead, you will reach to your destination that you’ve always want just like the other one (meaning you will make it somewhere in life, even if it takes a while). This song has the same meaning, instead when the bridge comes, it’s all hectic and chaotic like the continuous mind set of just wanting to be alone and not be with others, but it goes back to being normal when James tells you “Don’t miss it”, meaning don’t do what you think is the only thing to do, keep your head up and you will get what you won’t, don’t miss out on your happiness, keep moving forward
Don't Miss It seems very specifically about staying with and appreciating your lover though, not really about moving forward. He is regretting letting things get in between him and his partner.
I'm gonna have to agree with this; it's like he's looking back here, at his fear, and what he's missed out on, in hindsight - which is always 20/20. And to me he's telling this to someone, perhaps himself, so that the same mistakes don't get repeated.
The beauty of this song it can and will mean anything you need it to mean, as long as you enjoy it the meaning is yours to interpret. It could be about anything honestly and the only person who really knows is James. Can’t wait for the new album from my absolute favorite artist in the industry.
I think he's contemplating his past and acknowledging that he has a choice to miss things, be depressed, be lazy, etc. Whatever it is... But he'd be missing out on it all... Don't miss life, you've only got one. He knows this now because he has finally found happiness with another person: when you can't believe your luck, you're with your friend. I think it's really a sentimental message to his listeners...
Agreed, if you watch the 'what's in my bag' youtube interview/video featuring him, you realise the expanse from which he draws inspiration to create what he does. What a fantastic man, capturing atmosphere and emotion so well...
james blake is speaking for all the people that really don't know how much they matter and are going through shit. like the cycle be vicious. this really was speaking for an entire demographic that's beyond color and more in levels of social class. like how busy you be doesn't take away from how much you see and seeing it all is rough you don't feel like you've done enough. i kind of figure someone would make this song sooner or later thats actually feeling this shit
To me this is about life, and how it can just go by, especially when nothing is wrong. You can just not be feeling and miss everything happening, and then realizeater how much time you wasted and how much beauty you missed. I love this song
I was laying on my bed, look up at the ceiling when this song came on. I was't watching the screen just the ceiling and I started to think about someone... then i started to cry and felt so at peace with getting into my feelings. Music is powerful, and this song is something else.
This is very emotional for me as someone who have struggled with self-esteem all throughout my teenage years into my mid-20s. I went through therapy and it has helped me so much, and today I feel a lot better - I don't believe I am the worst thing on the planet anymore. One love people ❤️ You are all beautiful.
This tune inexplicably completely understands me. The somewhat neurotic thoughts from time to time, the sarcastic tone near the beginning (in my opinion), and he opened up to honesty more as the song went.
Im listening James Blake songs 1000 times, and every time I hear some new note, some new sound that doesn't heard before, and it makes me shiver. Im sure 1001-th time will add another new emotion. Absolute masterpieces... Absolute GENIUS!!!!!!
I interpret this as a message to younger people particularly to not miss out on social opportunities, having fun, friends etc, from the perspective of somebody who didnt or doesnt have those opportunities. Almost like he is telling them to not take it for granted.
Thank you James Blake, I went through a lot in the past and this song didn't do much to me, and now that I'm sane again, I can listen to this song with my favorite person everyfay
I have social anxiety is what the gp calls it. And these lyrics profoundly are on point. I can't listen to this. It makes me down to see myself in this way, but it is so beautiful and waltzes with my sad heart. James Blake you're brilliant!
The relatability of this video helps the viewers/listeners really understand what he’s feeling and bottling up inside. The high volume“mmm”ing really highlights an internal cry and the climax of the song at the end back to the “mmm” helped me understand how he let go and let it out
If somebody would ask me I would not know how to start breaking down the lyrics for this song, but I deeply relate with what James is singing. I feel like I'm missing it.
James Blake is one of the few singers who sings clearly and slowly enough for me to actually listen to his lyrics but who also has a voice that gives me goosebumps
I am italian and dealing with all that covid19 has brought here. We are all locked home, cant go out.. and I can't see my boyfriend or my friends and i am so scared for the ones i love. Its so true that we cant see how lucky we are till we loose it. I want my normal life back. I feel so heartbroken. I cried all my tears to this tonight. I can't sleep ☹ "When you can't believe your luck You're with your friend When you get to hang out With your favourite person everyday When the dull pain goes away Don't miss it (don't miss it) When you stop being a ghost in a shell And everybody keeps saying you look well Don't miss it Like I did Don't miss it Don't miss it like I did Like I did"
I cried so god danm hard listening to this song, the way this almost punctures me and makes fun of me is the strangest thing to feel good about, specially hearing about people's struggles without have set up a shield - since I always try to let music all the way in - was something I really needed. Knowing that what I feel and have felt are temporary isn't enough sometimes and when I listen to something as beautiful as this I can finally sleep relaxed.
I think you are right it is darker. But is´nt it darker ´cause of the song? I dont know if just writing the lyrics in a chat is more "meaningful" but using only emojis instead is way more original, don´t you think?
A song about FOMA, our smartphones addictions, with a video made on a smartphone meant to be watched on a smartphone. This is just too good, James is truly a genius.
So is he asking the listener not to miss the opportunity to live a more fulfilling life, and if you decide to live a more fulfilling live, don't miss that solitude and possible depression? I think that line changes half way through the song, I'm just not sure what it means.
Peter Baker I think he is saying to stop being nihilistic and resentful as it will lead you a dark path. You have to try and find the goodness in life, even if it may seem scarce. You have to try and eventually you will be surrounded by that good. The singer seems to be talking as a figure of wisdom, who had already experience that dark path in life.
The world has shut me out If I give everything I'll lose everything Everything is about me I am the most important thing And you really haven't thought all those cyclical thoughts for a while? And as it keeps going I could never be involved I could never really see in real time I could never be involved I could avoid real time I could ignore my busy mind I could avoid contact with eyes Avoid going outside Avoid wasting my life Avoid 20 20 sight Avoid standing in line Avoid the 405 Avoid coming to life I could say anything I like Switch off whenever I like Sleep whenever I like I could leave in the middle of the night But I'd miss it Don't miss it Don't miss it like I did And as it keeps going If there's no need for the perfect image And nothing seems that wrong Don't miss it When you know there's a better conversation waiting for you at home And as it keeps on going You forget whether it was the beginning or end When you can't believe your luck You're with your friend You get to hang out with your favourite person everyday When the dull pain goes away Don't miss it When you stop being a ghost in a shell And everybody keeps saying you look well Don't miss it Like I did Don't miss it like I did lyricsfreak.com
I love when the epic expanse of real instruments meets the atmosphere created by the electronic side of things, it automatically takes me to somewhere surreal...
James explained the meaning of this song at his gig in Sydney. He said this song is about expressing yourself, as a man, when you've been told to do the opposite all your life. He then said "If you can't be honest with the people in your life, then there's no point in having them around."
In the song he's urging you not to miss life like he did, so you can have those intimate conversations and love.
Jad Merhi Thank you for sharing. As a man, like he’s been told to hide his feelings, « be strong », shit like that because he was a boy ?
@@juliettem3611 Yep, pretty much. No matter the gender, I think the essence remains. Being honest, and open with someone you love is what makes life so much better.
Great sentiment.
Wow so this is why this song is played during the interval of the UK adaptation of A Little Life. So spot on.
As a person that has struggled with anxiety and depression for a while, this particular song touches me deeply. The instrumental is sparse, odd and delicate, and the background vocals are haunting and embracing, but the lyrics are so pure and so stripped that I cannot help but feel completely identified and motivated by them. Words will never be able to express how much admiration and love I have for this artist, and how much his soundscapes and thoughts have shifted and helped me through.
Amen
This comment validates everything I feel when I hear this song. I had crippling anxiety that made me agoraphobic for years. I couldn't even leave my house. Because doctors were gaslighting me and telling me I was making it up. It turns out I'm epileptic and autistic. I'm still recovering but I'll always feel like I missed it. But this somehow makes that ok.
There's a depth of nuance here that most people could never perceive
(not to gatekeep)
I am just hitting really bad times and this soothes
Imagine being this talented
yeah he's such a fast typer
NKLSNK 😂😂
NKLSNK oh god 😂😂😂😂😂😂
anne bcleyn done
anne bcleyn Imagine being a Thom Yorke ripoff.
Chiara + Damiano ❤️
Aaaa❤️
im still crying for them hshshh
Yeaah. Baby brought me here
I like the concept of this video. I find it relatable cause a lot of us out there do the same thing. Write our thoughts out in a note or something similar, in our phones.
me too :)
All the fucking time.
It’s our idea :)
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Yuri & Neil Pretty similar yea. Your video was pretty clever with the emojis. And the song was good too. Nice job. 👌🏿
is it though ? :)
Netflix series "baby" brought me here.
And thankgod it did. This song depress you and motivate you at the same time. ♥ Amazing
Devshree Sharma it brought me here too
what ep ?
@@ash_sents2 ep 6
This song to me is about depression and the proclivity to stay inside your comfort zone and safe space.
Why would one do this? Well in your safe space u have less responsibility and u don't have to contend with the vices of mortality that wash over you relentlessly.
if you put yourself outside your comfort zone say as an artist or muscisian that means you could be poor, or no one might like your art and your dreams could evaporate leaving the black and white picture of reality.
And if you do enjoy some vestige of success or even perhaps mountains of it then I think James demonstrates in the title of the piece "don't miss it". Understandably that dark depressed resentful situation one might find themselves in is very seductive in that you feel safe because the variables involved you can control for example James highlights this in the line " I could sleep whenever I like".
In conclusion James is I warning of the seductive whispers of depression and resentfulness and also saying that if you do start to feel a shadow, or a shadow of a shadow of happiness grab hold with both hands and let it slowly draw you closer the the sunset painted horizon. Whatever that may be for you.
thePatt111 Thank you. You don't know what that meant to me
Robird wow! your comment made my day. I’m happy to be of service! :)
Wow, amazingly said, this really spoke to me.
EXACTLY.
Hello sir. I am so taken to find this comment. I hope to use your words in a project I'm making very soon. I hope that it finds it's way to you. Thank you.
I saw James Blake doing a sort of DJ set in Vancouver, BC about a year and a half ago in the downstairs venue of one of the more popular clubs in the city. I was in recording school; broke and fairly antisocial, as I still sort of am. I remember not really wanting to go and my friends reaming me out as they usually do (bless them) but that night in particular I caved and went out. I remember the group of DJ's burning all these wild smelling incense all night and spinning nothing but songs I hadn't heard. He came on and it was really impressive; both the vinyls he spun and the way he transitioned into each track. Just a really cool experience. I have been hooked on his work ever since. I was walking home from work today and passed a house with an open window. They were burning that very same scent inside and I could smell it from walking by. Immediately took me back to that night and how I felt at that time, as they say memory is most harshly affected by the sense of smell. Hadn't smelled it since. May never smell it again. No joke, a few SECONDS later a friend texted me out of the blue and told me to watch this video. James Blake you have somehow touched my soul.
ahhh synchronicity at its finest! Beautiful.. SO beautiful!
Yesterday, listening to this song I took a risk and send a girl I wanted to date for a long time a message. She hasn’t responded yet. I could conclude that I took a dumb risk and it will end in loneliness.
But, I am happy. I took the risk. I could avoid taking the shot, and I would have always asked my self, what if. I’m happy with whatever happens.
Moral of the story: Don’t miss it. Take the fucking shot. Life is better with taking risks.
Dave did she answer though?
update!
Yes!!! The accuracy of this post
people still wonder to this day
man we need an update
james blake makes me miss ex's I aint even had before
Virgin squad
This...is hilarious lol
:')
Hahaha this is it
This song is about depression, what are you talking about??
I love James Blake, music for the soul. Need the album release date
Daft Punk has he announed he is making a new album?
04hutchn He Usually releases his albums a few years apart. I'd hope it comes out by late July early August.
I'm gonna guess he puts one more single out before the album comes out probably near the end of this year.
01/25/19
01/18/19
I don't know how every tune is so perfect.
I was so tired. I wanted to avoid everything so bad. And then this came up and I cried and I wondered, why do you always bring up new things when I need it the most?
its going to be okay :))
Gemma Kliphuis that's exactly what's happened to me. How does James know the exact timing in my life?
Here with the same feelings, same tears but earlier today i was chatting with my brother and i said something like ,,Damn i need new Blake or im gonna die'' sooo i think i might have called it :')
his timing is just absolutely perfect... it really helps me everytime
you're not the only one.
As long as James Blake, Bon Iver, Frank Ocean, these guys live on the earth, I could be still alive on this fucked up world.
Mitchie Ocean and king krule
Relatable.
This.
I like your name
Best three artists in the business 🙌🏽
This hits home. I've suffered with chronic depression and social anxiety all my life. I haven't been out of the house for 2 months. It's a crippling pain like no other to feel you are not part of the world and that you don't belong "out there" Unless you've experienced it, you can't truly grasp or understand what it's like
yes, tbh and everything after 3:00 is poignant as hell
Did you go outside yet
I understand. Turn open the blinds a bit and ease into it. I really do understand
I feel extremely lucky to live in a time when I can witness James Blake releasing his pearl songs.
James Blake is just one of those artists that I cannot comprehend and yet am tantalized by everything he does
I just cried a thousand tears to this. James, I needed to hear this song. A song of hope, and strength.
INCREDIBLE IDEA GOD BLESS DUDE, WHAT. DAMN IT. Sorry I’m screaming.
Garrett Watts I love u Garrett 🖤🖤🖤
I knew you'd be here...
SAME GARRETT SAME
shut the fuck off kid
Thank you for introducing me to such a nice song omg
I'm not 100% sure what "it" is, but this song does make me want to come out of my hermit ways and connect with people. I have such a hard time leaving my room, my computer, to just connect with someone in real time, face to face. This song opens me up to the possibilities of being open to someone new. Such a subtle way of exploring loneliness and connection. Thanks again, James. Really hoping to see you in concert again one day.
Elisha Nain I could have written that.
Lillie Eve anyone can write anything... But can you feel this? Songwriters feel their words. That's the difference between an artist and any person with a pen.
Elisha Nain no I meant I could have written what you wrote cause I feel the exact same way. Pshh I wish I could write any James Blake song!
Lillie Eve WOW sorry for the major shade 💖 I'm such a devoted fan. It's beautiful that you find the same peace I feel in this song. I hope you continue to find connection and find strength in solitude. SORRY AGAIN. Live freely 🌹
I know the feeling. You’re not alone
I heard this last night on the carradio, waiting for my son after his soccermatch. The tune struck me instantly....considering that I'm a 54-year old (thrash)metalhead. Wow, wow, wow,....James Blake.
Music isn't an identity.
Wow... this has literally been my life for the past two months, down to basically every line... seeing the musical mirror is rough.
THIS 👏🏼 COMMENT 👏🏼
keep going mate. you've got this. if i can get through it, you can too. its worth it. you're strong. seek out the company of those you love and find someone or someones to talk to.
cheers xx
Same, I hope you're better now 🌟
This song means so much to me. A lot of what he says resembles what I've been going through for the last 7 years. Times I feel like I miss the toxicity of such a mindset. It really is cyclical.
This is maybe one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard
This song, along with “If The Car Besides You Moves Ahead”, both have the same message. Keep moving and everything will be fine. In ITCBYMA, the repetition of the voice symbolizes the voices catching up with each other, just like a car beside you moving ahead, you will reach to your destination that you’ve always want just like the other one (meaning you will make it somewhere in life, even if it takes a while). This song has the same meaning, instead when the bridge comes, it’s all hectic and chaotic like the continuous mind set of just wanting to be alone and not be with others, but it goes back to being normal when James tells you “Don’t miss it”, meaning don’t do what you think is the only thing to do, keep your head up and you will get what you won’t, don’t miss out on your happiness, keep moving forward
Don't Miss It seems very specifically about staying with and appreciating your lover though, not really about moving forward. He is regretting letting things get in between him and his partner.
I'm gonna have to agree with this; it's like he's looking back here, at his fear, and what he's missed out on, in hindsight - which is always 20/20. And to me he's telling this to someone, perhaps himself, so that the same mistakes don't get repeated.
The beauty of this song it can and will mean anything you need it to mean, as long as you enjoy it the meaning is yours to interpret. It could be about anything honestly and the only person who really knows is James. Can’t wait for the new album from my absolute favorite artist in the industry.
Hedge your interpretation of art as your interpretation. Don't state as fact something which is your opinion.
I think he's contemplating his past and acknowledging that he has a choice to miss things, be depressed, be lazy, etc. Whatever it is... But he'd be missing out on it all... Don't miss life, you've only got one. He knows this now because he has finally found happiness with another person: when you can't believe your luck, you're with your friend. I think it's really a sentimental message to his listeners...
His style has been crafted and perfected over the years into something he can call his own. Keep up the good work
alex jackson absolutely
Agreed, if you watch the 'what's in my bag' youtube interview/video featuring him, you realise the expanse from which he draws inspiration to create what he does. What a fantastic man, capturing atmosphere and emotion so well...
truee appreciate his music so much
I am a 30 years old male singer .... and i m crying like a baby ready thiq meaningfull lyrics ... thanks again for what you spread through the world
JAMES BLAKE IS THE BEST!!!
james blake is speaking for all the people that really don't know how much they matter and are going through shit. like the cycle be vicious. this really was speaking for an entire demographic that's beyond color and more in levels of social class. like how busy you be doesn't take away from how much you see and seeing it all is rough you don't feel like you've done enough. i kind of figure someone would make this song sooner or later thats actually feeling this shit
shit, just like him, I missed everything.... Became a ghost among people...
"When you stop being a ghost in the shell and everybody keeps saying you look well, don't miss it"
That line hit me HARD
To me this is about life, and how it can just go by, especially when nothing is wrong. You can just not be feeling and miss everything happening, and then realizeater how much time you wasted and how much beauty you missed. I love this song
James Blake has probably the most creative way of using vocals I´ve seen ever, it´s incredible
Here from this being in the play for A Little Life, amazing song that fit it perfectly 💗
man i really respect u James for being so open, so relatable and honest, word up James Blake
I've never related to anything more. Thank you James Blake. I hope to one day create a sound all my own the way you have. God Bless You
Hallelujah. I haven't used those words in a long time. But hallelujah.
I feel the stress of whoever is writing this lyrics on the phone
granatengerhard Lol James actually did this video himself. The absolute madman.
Watch the video on twitter of him typing it, it is quite stressful 😂
It's sped up
It aint. Watch the time on the phone, yall stupid
you can clearly see the flickering of the text cursor blinking at different speeds. some parts are slowed, some aren't. not sure who's stupid now
I used to listen to this and bawl my eyes out and now it's just pretty. Thanks Quetiapine.
Oh. Nevermind.
Beautiful, as usual!
Also, I love the fact that "Outkast" came up as a suggestion when he typed "out" in the first line lol.
Lol!
He loves outkast
yeah and the default suggestions had Hey Yeah. Not a coincidence
They’re corroborating. lil sneaky clue there.
Andre 3000 got on Assume Form so maybe it was planned
I was laying on my bed, look up at the ceiling when this song came on. I was't watching the screen just the ceiling and I started to think about someone... then i started to cry and felt so at peace with getting into my feelings. Music is powerful, and this song is something else.
was looking for a sign to help me with a massive struggle i am dealing with and this was it, every word i needed to hear
This is very emotional for me as someone who have struggled with self-esteem all throughout my teenage years into my mid-20s. I went through therapy and it has helped me so much, and today I feel a lot better - I don't believe I am the worst thing on the planet anymore. One love people ❤️ You are all beautiful.
米津さんのライブ前に使われてましたよ😍 思い出します(〃艸〃)
とってもいい曲ですね
英語話者として歌詞も分かれば本当にきれいな曲だと思います。
After reading all theses comments and agreeing, I've come to the conclusion that James Blake is a Light worker.
Myself now talking to myself at 18. That Anxious/depressed/introverted mindset is addicting and becomes a crutch or safety net. Don't miss it.
Magic in tones.
Magic in words.
Magic in your voice.
♥️
Thanks I needed this
This tune inexplicably completely understands me. The somewhat neurotic thoughts from time to time, the sarcastic tone near the beginning (in my opinion), and he opened up to honesty more as the song went.
Wow i cannot belive Blake made a song about one of my worst demons. Brb gotta cry
Im listening James Blake songs 1000 times, and every time I hear some new note, some new sound that doesn't heard before, and it makes me shiver. Im sure 1001-th time will add another new emotion. Absolute masterpieces... Absolute GENIUS!!!!!!
still obsessed with this song...because life is made up of all those little things we can avoid in order not to get hurt...but that's what living is.
I interpret this as a message to younger people particularly to not miss out on social opportunities, having fun, friends etc, from the perspective of somebody who didnt or doesnt have those opportunities. Almost like he is telling them to not take it for granted.
this moved me. this taught me something. thank you for sharing, James.
I love when you discover an artist, fall in love... then fall off and come back and rediscover them... and new music❤❤❤❤❤❤
One of the best songs I've heard this year by fucking far. Incredible work, James.
Thank you James Blake, I went through a lot in the past and this song didn't do much to me, and now that I'm sane again, I can listen to this song with my favorite person everyfay
4:12 begging for a transition into Pyramid Song or maybe Everything in its Right Place
I can definitely see Everything in its Right Place, both are exceptional tracks
you all crazy
Suddenly I'm hit! With another perfect song.
I reckon a mashup with the xylophone from No Surprises and guitar from Bulletproof (I wish I was) would make a remix of this outstanding!
Man, every song he puts out for me is literally like an event.
When you stop being a ghost in a shell
And everybody keeps saying you look well
I have social anxiety is what the gp calls it. And these lyrics profoundly are on point. I can't listen to this. It makes me down to see myself in this way, but it is so beautiful and waltzes with my sad heart. James Blake you're brilliant!
James Blake is the queen of haunting voice samples. It carries the song so well while he goes off in a stream of conscience rant. Love it.
This song gives me chills!!! I love James Blake so much....the definition of talent!!
Cannot believe. I am in shock. This is everything.
The relatability of this video helps the viewers/listeners really understand what he’s feeling and bottling up inside. The high volume“mmm”ing really highlights an internal cry and the climax of the song at the end back to the “mmm” helped me understand how he let go and let it out
James Blake has a beautiful mind.
If somebody would ask me I would not know how to start breaking down the lyrics for this song, but I deeply relate with what James is singing. I feel like I'm missing it.
Great work. Really needed that, thanks for looking out.
I m almost crying... it feels great, so subtle
I need this on Spotify 😋😋
I Know RIGHT!
me too
Its on SoundCloud
The same here. Does somebody know when it would be available on Spotify?
Probably whenever the album drops
Song of the year....so far. Hauntingly sweet. Wow....
1:53 - 1:55 "I could avoid 20 20." I feel ya James.
James Blake is one of the few singers who sings clearly and slowly enough for me to actually listen to his lyrics but who also has a voice that gives me goosebumps
He really captures that sitting alone at night typing memos for me to fix my life vibe
I listen this song under the shawer with lights of candles....... Very Nice 👌🇮🇹👏
"Don't miss it....like I did" ❤😢😔
What an inspirational and beautiful soul this man is; mindblowing track with not a single sound I could possibly compare this to. Good work James
I am italian and dealing with all that covid19 has brought here. We are all locked home, cant go out.. and I can't see my boyfriend or my friends and i am so scared for the ones i love. Its so true that we cant see how lucky we are till we loose it. I want my normal life back. I feel so heartbroken. I cried all my tears to this tonight. I can't sleep ☹
"When you can't believe your luck
You're with your friend
When you get to hang out
With your favourite person everyday
When the dull pain goes away
Don't miss it (don't miss it)
When you stop being a ghost in a shell
And everybody keeps saying you look well
Don't miss it
Like I did
Don't miss it
Don't miss it like I did
Like I did"
I cried so god danm hard listening to this song, the way this almost punctures me and makes fun of me is the strangest thing to feel good about, specially hearing about people's struggles without have set up a shield - since I always try to let music all the way in - was something I really needed. Knowing that what I feel and have felt are temporary isn't enough sometimes and when I listen to something as beautiful as this I can finally sleep relaxed.
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この曲大好きです。
Ｉlove this song ！！
Love how real this is. Thank you once again, James. For sharing with us.
I'm feeling a strong Radiohead vibe in this song. I can hear Thom singing this melody.
Gabriel I get that from a lot of his music too.
Imagine them working together arrrghhhhh
Gabriel me too!!!
fuck radiohead this is james blake.
well yeah. more specifically 4:12 has a three chord progression pretty much identical to 'everything in it's right place'
I'm just crying. So beautiful.
really really i love you and your music. always thank you
what emotions do you show listening to this? cry, smile?
That was beautiful james
A king here to heal us all, bless
His mind is so powerful !!!
I was looking for this kind of music for such a long time... just heard it on my local morning show and I fell in love with the sound.
Art.
And so much more. What an amazing piece of work.
Love the chat idea...buuuuuuuuuuuuuut
it´s totally inspired by this song th-cam.com/video/xOGuWteJ0Tw/w-d-xo.html
I think you are right it is darker. But is´nt it darker ´cause of the song?
I dont know if just writing the lyrics in a chat is more "meaningful" but using only emojis instead is way more original, don´t you think?
Thanks for the nice song Dear McCracken.
But, It´s not vertical (for watching vertical on phone) and it´s got no emojis,...so where is the point?
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never fail to keep me glued and overwhelmed in an intangible way whenever you drop a song
I wasn't ready for this.
But was your Body ready?
Caldera Records My body was in no way ready.
Don't tell Reggie ha ha!
This song played at one of his concerts, it was my first time listening to him and wow I was not prepared at ALL the tears did not stop
A song about FOMA, our smartphones addictions, with a video made on a smartphone meant to be watched on a smartphone. This is just too good, James is truly a genius.
You’re right. Got it.
This is the type of song that the more you listen to the more you love.
So is he asking the listener not to miss the opportunity to live a more fulfilling life, and if you decide to live a more fulfilling live, don't miss that solitude and possible depression? I think that line changes half way through the song, I'm just not sure what it means.
Peter Baker I think he is saying to stop being nihilistic and resentful as it will lead you a dark path. You have to try and find the goodness in life, even if it may seem scarce. You have to try and eventually you will be surrounded by that good. The singer seems to be talking as a figure of wisdom, who had already experience that dark path in life.
This song encapsulates my bipolar disorder so well. The depression to the mania... to the depression.
The world has shut me out
If I give everything I'll lose everything
Everything is about me
I am the most important thing
And you really haven't thought all those cyclical thoughts for a while?
And as it keeps going
I could never be involved
I could never really see in real time
I could never be involved
I could avoid real time
I could ignore my busy mind
I could avoid contact with eyes
Avoid going outside
Avoid wasting my life
Avoid 20 20 sight
Avoid standing in line
Avoid the 405
Avoid coming to life
I could say anything I like
Switch off whenever I like
Sleep whenever I like
I could leave in the middle of the night
But I'd miss it
Don't miss it
Don't miss it like I did
And as it keeps going
If there's no need for the perfect image
And nothing seems that wrong
Don't miss it
When you know there's a better conversation waiting for you at home
And as it keeps on going
You forget whether it was the beginning or end
When you can't believe your luck
You're with your friend
You get to hang out with your favourite person everyday
When the dull pain goes away
Don't miss it
When you stop being a ghost in a shell
And everybody keeps saying you look well
Don't miss it
Like I did
Don't miss it like I did
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James Blake will always be my favorite artist 😩 such a beautiful voice 💖
Owner of my life
I love when the epic expanse of real instruments meets the atmosphere created by the electronic side of things, it automatically takes me to somewhere surreal...