Make the Grade - Jack Conte
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Make the Grade is a VideoSong, a new medium with 2 rules:
1. What you see is what you hear (no lip-syncing for instruments or voice).
2. If you hear it, at some point you see it (no hidden sounds).
(Note: some of the VideoSongs for this album were filmed a year ago, and that makes it difficult to be certain about some audio/video syncing questions. The intention was to be 100% accurate and to follow the VideoSong rules, but I thought I should add this disclaimer in an attempt to be completely transparent)
Editing help by Louis Cole
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Make the Grade, by Jack Conte
Lyrics:
Somewhere at the bottom of the ocean
I am floating past the algae,
the whale bones, so pretty,
but my body
still didn't make the grade,
still didn't make the grade.
Somewhere in the basement I once had
a good idea but I can't find it.
My mind is drawing blanks
to fill the page,
but I still won't make the grade,
still won't make the grade.
I'm regaining patience
in the better half of man,
and the stories we'll remember
are from a different hand.
Somewhere at the bottom of my brain
I just don't care and I don't want to.
But I do, anyway...
anyway, I
still won't make the grade,
still won't make the grade.
I'm regaining patience
in the better half of man,
and the stories we'll remember
are from a different hand.
Somewhere at the bottom of the ocean
I am floating past the algae,
the whale bones, so pretty,
but my body
still won't make the grade...
still won't make the grade...
still won't make the grade. - เพลง
Hi Jack. I was subbed to you since Flavors. When you released this song, I was anorexic. This song was my recovery anthem for over a year. "The whale bones, so pretty" is like the obsession with bones that anorexics can have. I used to be obsessed with my collar and hip bones, watching them become more visible. My body wasn't making the grade for me. The song sounds so twisted and bittersweet, which is how my brain felt. "Somewhere at the bottom of my brain I just don't care and I don't want to, but I do anyway", about my weight. Eventually I did recover, and I'm a healthy weight and managed to fight off any signs of relapse. But honestly, this song got me through somehow. It was like you took my messed up anorexia brain out of my head and put it in a song haha. So thanks!
im proud of you :)
You're the best!
Make the Grade is my favorite Jack Conte song, but Long Long Time Ago is a close second! All of his songs are just amazing to be completely honest.
kitchen fork is also quite swell ^^
So is off with his head
a very good song indeed, also i'm glad to see another jojo fan
this makes me think about The ORIGINAL little mermaid by Hans Christian Anderson. Like after she dies and floats out into the sea turning into foam or what ever.
Whitney Jommie yeah she becomes part of the sea foam after she dies.
That sounds like it would go very well with this song
doesnt she get a spirit at the end though?
You seriously go from song to sing with nice and happy and then just a shitstorm of yelling. Love your work jack!
Qeuey same
those chords in the bridge........ On of my favorite chord progressions I have ever heard
After learning 7 years of music theory, I found your choice of notes and chords fascinating
ok i know im late but what are the chords i wanna play this song on the guitar
@@chixmix758 man, same... yo lets start a guitar club
when you didnt pass your math test
LMAO mood
good o'l me plant if this isn’t the biggest mood
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I legit used to listen to this when I was sad over not understanding math lmao
Relatable still haven't passed it and I'm a grown adult
I will make sure you go down in history to some degree, my kid will be raised on this music. Love your face when your playing the drums
regularguy8888 SKREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
Only if you wanna be a villain number 1
technically he already has! he's a co-founder of patreon!
it's a bad idea to listen to this while sad
makes it sm worse
but I still love it♡
I made that mistake last night, it's so catchy though, how can I not?
SAAAME i listen to it when I'm depressed and then remember what kids said to me
god i cant agree more, i feel painfully nostalgic and sobbed some
Jelly Jam it's the opposite for me
Same. But it’s all good.
Someone animated to your song!Her name is Minty Bryn, i found your song through that
Rose Jr Same!!
Rose Jr same
Rose Jr same!Now I love this song :3
they like to animate a lot of Jack Conte's songs
his songs are super good though
Rose Jr omg me too
Did anyone else notice the change from B&W to soft color at the beginning? Freaking brilliant!
Isaac White Holly shit TRU!
BEST MUSIC I HAVE EVER HEARD IN MY LIFE! I CRIED WHEN I SAW HOW OLD IT WAS
I like to listen to this song when I have anxiety
SkyeLovesCookies Me too.
SkyeLovesCookies same
I can't like this comment enough I have a small anxiety disorder and SAME
Jack, your new album is beautiful, it isn't as furious as the Jack Conte I'm used to, but still, it's mellow sadness blew my mind. I'm glad to hear new music from you. I'm a big fan.
NEW ALBUM!
I love how deep and calm this song is. Every little bit of it makes me feel like I'm drifting through a warm sea, watch fish swim by me as I slowly drift down into the deep dark abyss... Such a beautiful song, keep up the good work! I hate how I never found any of your work sooner Q.Q
remember hearing this song at work thru pandora.. didnt really think much of it until the melody would play over and over in my head. Im a huge fan now!!
No one talks about how this song could be about ADHD? I have ADHD (Yes, it's diagnosed and I'm not making shit up). He talks about not being able to find a good idea ("Somewhere in the basement I once had, a good idea but I can't find it."), as if he forgot it. He also talks about losing motivation ("Somewhere at the bottom of my brain, I just don't care and I don't want to.") and then he says ("But I do, anyway...") Because, even though he want to give up before "making the grade", he still has to do it. Even if it's work, even if it's hard to think of doing. ("My mind is drawing blanks to fill the page") is also something common for me (since I'm going off of my experience with adhd). And then you can think of the ocean parts of the song as if it was a daydream. Alot of people with ADHD have an overactive imagination and they daydream. .
In fact, I could go as far to say that this entire song is about a child in school who struggles with ADHD and is failing their grades.
Tobio Tenma deep shit.
Okay einstein calm down now I'm gaining brain cells
As another child with diagnosed adhd, I was like “Why does every lyric in this song relate with me?” So uhhh
I got diagnosed with adhd after failing and dropping out of high school for not doing anything. Couldn't focus, just was stuck in my head.
Kleptophrenia shit dude that sounds terrible, thank god ive gotten diagnosed early enough that I’ve been able to get proper medication so that I can function
So many people have animated with your song it's beautiful
This song is comparable to the very best of Elliott Smith. Some of the highest praise I can bestow.
@acoustechtony HAHAHAH!! you caught me. I have no faith in my voice, and i do a lot of takes before i'm happy usually. sometimes it's quick, but i did quite a few takes for this song...
Not only the most beautiful song I've ever heard, but one of the only ones I've never gotten bored of.
first listened to this as a child when I was in a very abusive household and everything, it was a song that still holds my heart and my identity/self confidence and curiosity closer then intertwined thread. from 5 years later, I have became something that kid me wanted to be so much earlier, from being a unstable child to a confident and strong person that finally has the guts to stand up and speak up.
anyone who sees this comment and are/used to be in a abusive household, relationship, or anything that causes any kind of ptsd. just know that you're a strong person no matter what, whether you're a emotional mess or not. learning new things about yourself is something that reminds you again and again in life, just know that looking back on the stuff you used to love might ground you even more.
sincerely, Samson Rosewood. 💙✨
@Simplepeepee Thanks! feels so good to be back....
I have come back to this video more over the past 13 years than any other video on this website
Jack dude I’ve always had a metaphorical finger on your videos and energy and music and ventures as a main touchstone for yyyyears. It’s been a long time. I never comment or say anything but it’s happening. All on the inside. Big fan. Keeps me making music.
oh hello
OMG! I've been waiting for so long! So worth the wait!
Dang, this is a worldly song. Just get this out there.
jack, this just made my year. thank you for your incredible work and being a constant source of inspiration.
Could not be more excited to hear that there is a new Jack Conte album out!! This is what we've been waiting for!
Woo. We waited so long and you finally delivered, and delivered big! ♥
Ive been begging for this! haha Nice to have you back man!!!
I've waited my entire life for a new song! Gosh, I'm happy.
WE LOVE YOU!!! So glad you're back. Can't wait to continue to spend all my money on everything you create :)
MY DAY WAS MADE !!!!! I've been waiting for you to come back and blow my mind. Can't wait to purchase the album. EAST COAST TOUR!!!???!!!
i found this song by the animation on Flipnote Hatena, and all i've gotta say is that this is great and that you kinda look like LordMinion777 during the video.
YAY you're back at your solo stuff, I'm so happy
I've been looking forward to this and fate has it that you've released it on the morning of a roadtrip! perfick!
keep up the great work
Keep coming back to this one, I think it is my favourite of yours. So great. x
I'v listened to your music since youtube first started, I'v never heard this song, this is one of my favourites by you now. I absolutely love it.
This is soooooo great! finally a physical copy of your release, something I can hold and cherish all my lifes...
Great to hear a new song! We missed you.
this song is so beautiful. I absolutely adore all your songs but this is possibly my favorite out of all of them.
just remembered this song existed again i absolutely love it
What a wonderful comeback, jack!! Such a wonderful sense of harmony!
I love finding wonderful music like this! Thanks for the amazing content.
YEEEEESSSSS!!! Welcome back Jack, you've been missed!
I'm so getting this, I appreciate the work you put in. Please continue to share your ideas
Oh, to contain my excitement! Awesome as always, and the anticipation for the rest of the new album has me jumping in my seat! Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU SOOOOO MUCH!!!! (Can't wait to hear the rest!)
I agree with a lot of the others - I was really excited to discover that you had come out with a new album. I bought all your stuff a few months ago and listen to it constantly. I like your effort and your concern for what you do, and I think it's definitely something to be hugely proud of.
HE'S ALIVE!!!!!!!!!!
So amazing, as always.
Still one of my favourite songs to this day. A true masterpiece
Thank you for making such a wonderful piece of art ❤
i waited 7 months for this!!! just ordered the physical version, listening to the album now, it's so fab jack! well worth the wait!
This is so amazing, Jack.
this is definitely some of your best production man. really cool.
oh man I'm excited for these new video songs!!!!
also your drumming has really improved, I'm impressed :D
Beautiful song + atmosphere + clear & simple shots + very nice editing = awesome videosong !
YOOOOOOOO HE STARTED PATREON AND SINGLEHANDEDLY UPLIFTED SOOOOO MANY CREATORS HECK YEAH BRO
CAN YOU PUT THIS ON SOUND CLOUD THIS IS SUCH A GOOD SONG!!!! sorry for screaming
WAFFAL !
yes please in soundcloud
absolutley amazing! one of the best songs i've heard in a long time.
Nice to see you are back Jack.
Very very nice. This song brightened up my day so much, and I thank you for it.
Looking forward to finally owning a physical copy of your music.
Really really great to hear from you again! Great song! :)
Looking forward to your next videoes :)
i''ve been waiting soooooooooo long
yay Jack! Bravo! So stoked for some Conte videosongs! I think it is time for a love song from YOU!! Cheers!
Missa
I didn't fully realize it but I've missed you so much Jack.
I'm so glad you've got as much creative initiative as you do, and look forward to frequent doses of Conte.
Jack Folds!! HEEE HEEE! They say imitation is the best form of flattery, but this really is your voice, and your voice alone! Bravo!!
Oh man you're back! Awesome, missed seeing you do your stuff.
i listened to this song on spotify one time when having a breakdown and i instantly connected to it, since then ive been listening to a bunch of your music and have become a bit of a fan. love the music thank you for sharing it with us :]
Woah, this is amazing. Awesome job on the video too, what an amazing piece of art.
100/10 After 5 years it's still amazing! Well done on this one!
I subscribed a few days ago because I loved your music from like 2 years ago, and somehow I timed it so you come back, RIGHT AFTER I SUBSCRIBE!!!!
BEST. WEEK. EVER.
I bought VS4 the day you released this. Just wanted to check back to say...
I LOVE IT SO MUCH!!!
Just a fantastic album, funny, sad, up, down and gorgeous. The mix is Amazing, some of your best work. Just about the best money I've spent, ever.
this gives me chills because your voice is so calming and flowy. its very catchy and amazing. :)
Sounds great as always. I can't wait to get one of those CDs.
Jack Conte - you are one chill dude. Thanks for sharing.
This song made me feel a lot better when I was in high school.
Jack, seriously never stop making music. I love all of the Pomplamoose songs but your solo stuff is seriously otherworldly.
Love your stuff Jack.
cant wait for the songs!! :)
Been awhile, Jack. I'm loving this. This inspires me so much to continue making music
It's been an incredible experience to watch you grow and mature as an artist. I wish you the very best and hope you continue to see the success you rightfully deserve.
Yet again...another great song !!!
Wooh, consider yourself bought album!! You're a staple of any of my playlists Jack!
This type of discordant song can be so tricky, but you have composed a beautiful, haunting melody - great success!! Cheers, exzeluke
Heck I love your songs! Always helps me study! Thank you!
I love your music man, great stuff.
How glad I am to have found you (and nataly) on youtube.
Thanks for the wonderful music!
Jack, you blow my mind with your awesomeness.
great as always jack!
This is by far my favorite song of yours, I wish you'd do more of the soft kind
One of my favorite TH-cam musicians hands down.
😍 i've replayed this too much. his voice is so lovely!
it's been a long time Mr. Conte. So glad you came back to us. Headed to the website to look into the full CD. Come on out to wintry Minnesota!
Jack, you never fail to hit the spot.
Just Beautiful! Thanks Jack
Great song, Deff going to buy the CD! Keep the music Comeing, Love You Guys work.
This song resonates with me greatly. Thank you.
I was listening to the album this morning and I told myself that something was missing. The video! I'm not used to listen to your music without seeing you playing it.
Awesome song probably my favorite on the album.
Thanks Jack.
I can't even begin to fathom what it would be like to have this kind of talent.. Hats off to you sir! I am officially envious.
still listening to this in 2020, a fire ass song