I'm a 70 year old hard bitten old bastard and this beautiful music does to me what Comfortably Numb does.....makes tears run down my cheeks.

Undervalued singer, undervalued songwriter, amazing singer, amazing songwriter, incredible woman. People like Brandi change the world for the better.

@grisellpena9716

5 жыл бұрын

Soo true!.she speaks to all of us,simply beautiful!

@trishthomas2707

5 жыл бұрын

Mandonguilla I agree!

@TanaCorporonlaw

5 жыл бұрын

Amen, brother!

@hollymailloux5353

5 жыл бұрын

The song heightened my belief in finding one's own strength, to try to make things & people work together. Her song & lyrics are amazing!

@Ursaminor31

4 жыл бұрын

Not anymore. She’s been discovered by the world. Amazing

This is the song that I needed when I was eighteen years old. It has come 30 years later for me. But it is here. And it heals my heart.

@kiranmahilange9

4 жыл бұрын

This song is indeed a blessing.

@floppybob1121

3 жыл бұрын

Beautifully said.

@michelledupwe8385

2 жыл бұрын

Beautifully said. Xo

@lindark28

2 жыл бұрын

Daniel Devereaux ❤❤❤❤

@coreygriffith

2 жыл бұрын

Effortless lift of rage. Being seen is where it's at. Effortless for me.

I think this song is amazing. It’s one of those songs that have such a powerful and important message, but also have this real, authentic, and raw emotion that just moves you to tears. The message is one that every child, teen, and adult should hear, learn, and take to heart. It is absolutely the truth. The ones who bully and cut down those who are different, unique, shy, artistic, whatever…. The joke is ALWAYS on them in the end.

Probably one of the best songs ever written.

One of the best songs ever written, sung by one of the best voices ever heard, backed by great musicians and a simply great black and white video to boot. Pure pleasure.

@robertwomer9601

Жыл бұрын

Certainly a hidden gem. I dug it the moment I heard it. 10 years later I still enjoy it.

@JiminSG

Жыл бұрын

She has it all. I just love her music, and who she is.

@robertwomer9601

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately very few will be able to understand the content. I'm only glad I'm that fortunate.

Her Grammy performance was the best thing I've ever seen. She stole the show. Never has a song made me feel so many different things at once. She deserves many Grammy's. WOW!

@spesest1531

4 жыл бұрын

I felt the same way!!!

@lautarpller615

4 жыл бұрын

You know where I can see it, is that I can't find it anywhere

@maritza0406c

2 жыл бұрын

@@lautarpller615 kzread.info/dash/bejne/fX6lrpOyedCflZM.html

@luismorales6351

Жыл бұрын

I saw that grammys, was shocking but can't find that performance again.

@JaneWillowMusic

Жыл бұрын

where is the video of this performance at the grammys?

This song brings me tears everytime.... Especially the part of a migrant mother carrying her child across the desert... Its a moving tribute to the times that we face.

BEST performance at the Grammy's 2019 My God Brandi took my breath away, gave me goosebumps and wet eyes. This is what music should and needs to be. Brilliant vocals.

@vhilai

5 жыл бұрын

Now compare it to Cardi B. You would ask why would Cardi B. would even be on the stage. Things have changed. Brandi deserved to be there more than any artists there in the Grammys.

@magsmusicfan2293

5 жыл бұрын

Agree 100%!

@mvjohnson24

5 жыл бұрын

I have been so moved by the lyrics of this song and the heart mixed with the soul that Brandi emots during this sermonic presentation. Thank you for such a needful songwriting!

@cybertree

5 жыл бұрын

ABSOLUTE CHILLS! I think I rewound that performance 17 times.

@steveboyd3551

5 жыл бұрын

Yep

This song should have won song of the year on the Grammys. This young lady has the most beautiful voice range,and the lyrics are so deep. I only discovered her from watching the Grammys, and now she will be streaming on my playlist. Listening to this song brings tears to my eyes,especially in light of the world that we live in.

I’m a single dad with friends whose kids are still finding their way to shine. I play this song to them and it makes such a powerful influence that it just has to be highly commended. I love the writing and the performance. Much respect and appreciation. Thank you ❤

@KSpirit54

7 ай бұрын

It is so important for us to encourage others (and ourselves) to shine - and to never let them steal our joy. You're not alone in sharing this powerful song with others on life's many roads. Be well!

I usually say "I've read the book, I know how it ends" and these lyrics are the closest to that. Amazing voice, gorgeous singer, she has it all.

"And you're looking tired, but you don't look scared" .... Brilliant line

@garyamador690

5 жыл бұрын

My favorite. So relatable 😪

@stephybabs3233

5 жыл бұрын

That stuck out to me to. Great song, great woman. Wow just beautiful

@katiefulton9456

5 жыл бұрын

Right?! Brilliant songwriter: I’d love to merely shake this woman’s hand. I wish I had a fraction of her talent.

There's that little cry in her voice that makes this song sound so haunting. I love it so much. She is a genre all by herself. So much soul in her voice, similar to folk songs from the 60's and early 70's.

@rickfrenzy9556

9 ай бұрын

Correct! Not many vocalists know how to use that “crack” in the voice. Brandi can!

@rickfrenzy9556

9 ай бұрын

And it is like a cry. It happens when she is feeling it. She is always nailing it

@survivrs

9 ай бұрын

@@rickfrenzy9556 Neil Diamond has it happen occasionally, but it's by accident rather than design and it melts my heart. In Lee Greenwood's original version of "God bless the U.S.A." (the video starts with him on a tractor) the first time he sings the line "Cause the flag still stands for freedom And they can't take that away" when he gets to "Awaaaa haaaaay", it's the ONLY time he has ever done it that first time. I don't think he ever does it quite the same whenever he sings it, but I was hearing it all day long on the radio when that song came out in 1984. It got played on pop, country, and who knows what other genre, but it was getting played all day and that stuck with me.

@survivrs

9 ай бұрын

@@rickfrenzy9556 Agreed!!

She was that one beautiful and magical moment on the Grammys. Shine on girl.

This beautiful woman wrote this song that i needed when i was a young girl I'm 64 now but i am glad that its here now for those hurting souls that need healing!! BRAVO 💜

@Susapob

9 ай бұрын

💗

This isn't just a song. It's an anthem. One of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard. I saw Brandi open for the Indigo Girls in 1999 at zoo fundraiser in Albuquerque.

For the first time after many many years you gave me faith that meaningful tasteful music still exists. This song made me sing out loud and play my guitar after almost 20 years...

I discovered Brandi and the Twins over 15 years ago. Up until the last 5 or 6 years I couldn’t see how the whole world didn’t know her. It’s about time. What an artistic treasure!

Song of the decade, no dispute or debate required. Give her the award already.

"I have been to the movies and I have seen how it ends and the joke's on them." God, I love that chorus.

She has to be the best female vocalist on the planet at the moment. She is brilliant...

She's going to blow up BIG TIME after singing this at the Grammy's. Trust.

@terencelangford6141

4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful song, beautiful lyrics, beautiful person singing. I am torn between her and Benicio Bryant. I have played both versions now must be 30 times. This has to be the best song I have heard in 78 yrs.

They say men aren't allowed to cry-shouldn't cry..but I'm not ashamed to say I did hearing this ..powerful, beautiful, soulful song..full of emotion..And Brandi Sears your soul with her wonderful voice..a song that I will ALWAYS cry too, and smile at the Same time.. Thank you Brandi for 're awakening my humanity X

This song breaks me apart every time I hear it. "...after carrying your baby on your back across the desert" < This is everything to me. Thank you Brandi

Americas got talent bring you here as well? i had never heard this song.. The way Benicio sang this song is truly amazing.

@TanaCorporonlaw

5 жыл бұрын

Me, too, Jake! I just watched Benicio sing this song, made me cry...so I HAD to look the song up!! Utterly beautiful song...deep, meaning, cathartic words, probably for many!

@gillianslator840

5 жыл бұрын

Yep.

@sonahakobyan8003

5 жыл бұрын

True story ))

@MauriceTyrell

5 жыл бұрын

✋🏾✋🏾✋🏾 Yep Here Because Of AGT 😆

@akosuaasoracheampomaayahwe2883

5 жыл бұрын

Same here😂. He's beautiful ❤️

i knew about her when she did a song with the indigo girls. i knew then she would be big. she is a humble women who will light the way as others before her. Keep writing and giving us hope. stay strong

finally!...some music with substance and emotion. Not too many songwriters left in this world that can touch your soul quite like this woman. thank you Brandi!

@joannacanto161

4 жыл бұрын

Listen to her song The Story. That has been one of me and my husband's favorite songs for years

I agree with all the comments and the 6,700 people that "thumbs up'ed" it. And for the 158 people that "thumbs downed" it, your insane....at 37 years old, I still love nothing more than discovering a new artist or song or a song by an artist you never knew until years later....but this song was a radio discovery. 88.7 WNCW or 98.1 the river, Asheville, NC....the moment I heard it, I Shazamed it. What a great App. I am now obsessed with this powerful, emotional, brilliant, beautiful song. It then made me realize who she was, with her other hits on the radio....Wherever Is Your Heart, That Wasn't Me, The Eye....Similar to Neko Case in songwriting, big voice, notable success.... two amazing ladies....

@joyceashwood4943

5 жыл бұрын

Exactly!

I saw Brandi perform this on Jimmy Kimmel last night and was just blown away! What a beautiful voice and a fantastic musical arrangement!

The emotions, her passion...EVERY performance torn from her very soul🔥 when Janis Joplin passed from this world, she came back to us in Brandi Carlile💋🙏💙

The most moving song I have heard in some time. The word 'brilliant' has been used more than once to describe The Joke. Allow me to add my vote - brilliant. Perfection.

Caint stop playing it, it lifts me. Its a hymn . It speaks . The self love ! From Angels. Transformative. THANK YOU 🙏🏻

I’m kind of stunned by the visceral reaction I’m having listening to this, on repeat.....Can’t help but think about all the young kids who have taken their lives after being so cruelly tormented, teased and bullied. No more, please, it has to stop....”don’t ever let them steal your joy....”

@rogerw2101

6 жыл бұрын

Jonathanfall1 I agree 100% . but bulling will never stop. I went through so many years of it . All I wanted to do was die. I hated life from the age of 10 to about 20 when I started fighting back and kicking ass on the ones who were doing it to me then it stopped . Now I fight for those who it happens too.

@moodylicious

6 жыл бұрын

cheers to roger and jonathan. You exemplify what our boys and men need to aspire. Bullies seriously impacted my son, just for being a transfer to a new school. Those cruel, unrelenting bullies planted scars on a young soul for life. Other things compounding and one day it was too much and he was done. (((1985-2016 RIP my precious one)))

@rogerw2101

6 жыл бұрын

moodylicious I'm sorry for your lose . Being bullied never goes away. I'm 56 years old and was bullied from the time I was 7 years old till I was about 18 it was hell and I almost didn't make it . At 56 I can still remember everything about it. And most of the kids that bullied me are all dead a few from car crashes but most of them just dropped dead . I grew up in a small country town in Wisconsin on a small dairy farm and got teased cause I smelled like cow crap and that I was a big fat kid . That never went away . The bullies now just have more ways to do it. I knew when I left school for the day it was over. Not now its with the kids 24-7 with all the media there is. When I see a kid getting picked on I say something about it ! I don't care who's kid it is if there a bully ! I give them Hell ! Thanks Roger.

@moodylicious

6 жыл бұрын

oh Roger, I wish I could erase that pain from your soul, darlin'. Bullying leaves deep scars. It is NOT harmless, typical school-kid behaviors.I am glad you hung in there, as you are now able to make a difference. You are here to call them out on it when you see it. I help people in ways I can from what I have experienced. We are all walking wounded, I say and we must try to be kind, for we know not what our brothers and sisters have endured in this walk through Life. My son was a gentle soul with a loving heart. I never even knew he was relentlessly picked on by kids until almost 17 years later; all because he was not a jock, didn't conform to their way of dress. He shined but people don't like individuals. They need sameness, bullies need each other for courage, it gives them more power to inflict triple pain on their victims.Many are cowards when alone. I don't know if Brandi is speaking to gay kids. Mine was not gay. He was his own quirky self and took a lot of flack because of his "impeccable style". I took him out of an abusive home at a young age but still witnessed his father intimidate , beat and bully his mom (me) for a few years of his young life. I did the best I could raising him and he was a brilliant beautiful but damaged, depressed soul, from not only the bullying but from suffering every loss one could in a short period of time along with a bad heart. I was not as sensitive to the fragility of his tired, embattled heart at his lowest hour. I blame myself for his demise. Kids who are bullied severely grow up bearing the baggage of Post Traumatic Stress. It breeds anxiety, depression, fear and makes one question oneself. I thank you for writing. Let the Light shine on you roger, and you Jonathan. My child has left this physical world. My heart is shattered, My only comfort is he is no longer a tormented human being. He is spirit now and I will reunite with him one day. Didn't mean to write a downer post. I'm sorry. But I had to write to you thank you and acknowledge your pain, as well as your compassion. pam

@rogerw2101

6 жыл бұрын

moodylicphaiThank you very much for posting back to me . I feel bad for you for the lose . I don't know the pain from loosing a child ! But I know the pain from never having one , I was the only boy in our family I had 2 older sisters that had kids , my ex wife had 2 girls when we got married and couldnt have anymore , Which I know but a wall between me and my family . They never said it but I over heard what was said and how they felt . I raised them as mine from the time they were 4 and 5 years old . After the marriage ended they haven't talked to since . The oldest had a boy and girl . The boy she sent to Texas to be with his dad and her girl I have talked to like 5 times , The second daughter has 4 kids and I have talked to her oldest 3 times she's 15 now the others I don't know and never will . So I know lose I guess after looking at it. I've been with my girlfriend for 12 years and her oldest son died at 20 from drinking and depression . He was bullied as a kid. But I never knew him . well enough I guess . I guess life would be easier if we had a map how to get through it . But most of us just do it with are eyes closed . I know that my dad didn't think much of me and not having any boys he thought less of me. But there isn't much I can do now cause I'm to old . I just found out a couple of days ago that my ex wife has onset Dementia not sure if that is how its spelled . but at 54 she don't hardly remember any thing and in 2 years it will all be gone . So I guess life isn't fair at all. I have to go now . Bless you. !!

It's not just a song. It's a message. It's your turn to listen or to ignore.

One of my absolute favorite songs among many by this talented singer and beautiful human, Brandi Carlile. I’m a straight man and I’ve loved her for many, many years.

Lord have mercy! The conviction tied with her upper register’s resonance is unbelievably Angelic! She’s world class!

Perhaps her finest work yet and that's saying a lot. Has to be considered one of the premier vocalists of the day. Brilliant stuff

Oh my sweet sweet Brandi. PLEASE come back to Australia. We saw you many years ago when you were here with Amy and Emily, but you've not been back to bless us with your amazing presence. PLEASE come back and pride & joy us. Xobc, you are the best.

This has to be (IMHO) the song of the year

The slow build throughout the song, TOTALLY pays off with that climactic "....THEEEEMM!", combined with the strings n drums (& pretty much EVERYONE involved), is pretty damn epic, to say the least. Awesome job!

Trying not to cry, this woman's music moves me so much......

If KZread has a limit as to how many times you can hit the “repeat” button, I’m about to find out. Absolutely gorgeous!!

How did I not know about this woman? Amazing, inspired!

Her voice is so freaking amazing ..i just can’t stop listening to this song

Brandi is blowing up the radio stations with her powerful voice!!! I LOVE HER MUSIC!! She is very well deserving of her success!!!

I died. Several times before the song ended. Wow. Cuts your soul open with this aural gift. Fantastic.

Brandi Carlile sings the songs in such a way she makes the songs come alive for you. Her voice is just amazing and hers songs are badass.

Oh my god. I cannot believe her live voice... *Thank you for making her, God!*

Just heard her for the first time while listening to Howard on Sirius. I am positively blown away.

Her voice is OFF THE CHARTS!!!!

There are few people that give me actual chills when they sing. Brandi is one of them

one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard!

One of the best live performance that i've ever seen ❤

Some people still know how to make music. Thank you Brandi!

you stole the night tonight.. new fan. Amazing!

"I see ya tuggin on your shirt." I love the way her voice moves in that line.

Oh my... that was absolutely stunning. With so many manufactured, soulless and mostly talentless wannabe stars making millions out of today's music scene it just goes to show you shouldn't equate the sale of millions of 'hit' records with actual talent (just ask Chris Martin). So it's reassuring when true musicians like this band come along and show what music as an art can be.

@StardustRenegade

6 жыл бұрын

john davies So true. Great to see great talent is still around. Real music is still out there. We just need to pay attention to it.

Hi Robert.. This is the first song of Brandi Carlisle that you ever sent me and I fell in love with her.... Just listen to this song baby whenever you can as it continues to bring me alot of smiles that you have such absolute great taste in music.... Thanks for always sharing... Baa 💜💜🥰💜💜 Xoxoxo

Haven’t listened to Brandi in a while and since this song got nominated for a Grammy I figured I’d listen to it... and now I don’t think there’s any other choice but to give it the award. Fucking beautiful.

Brandi, I don't know...how you do those things lyrically or vocally, or what miracle of the Universe they came from, but I'm so, so glad I get to occupy the Earth at the same time as you.

She's been my quiet little joy for many years, since she's still very little known in Asia... Hope this album will take her here!

@magdaprochniak372

5 жыл бұрын

Same hope for Europe ;(. I'd love to go to see her anywhere! Fingers crossed!

Still one of the best songs I've ever listened to

One of the truly great songs of our time. And a perfomance for the ages.

This is truly a special song. It's profound lyrics, music arrangement, and her gifted vocals makes for a truly moving and deep provoking emotional response.

@nancyviviano3716

4 жыл бұрын

Best song in a long time. I first heard this and thought, chills!!!

I did not expect to start bawling my eyes out to this - amazing, cathartic new work, the new album just might be what propels Brandi towards the kind of acclaim she deserves.

@mrartweeks

6 жыл бұрын

Same here.

@richardragan1633

6 жыл бұрын

Simply amazing. Lyrically. Melodically presented. Still tears after seeing it multiple times. THANK YOU.

@deanshaw6588

5 жыл бұрын

i almost did when i heard benico's version on AGT

@robertkarlosky4743

3 жыл бұрын

@@deanshaw6588 benico got. My ear

I'm frozen in place and speechless. Don't think I've ever heard anything so beautiful.

heard willie nelsons Lucas son on the radio last year recommending this track, glad I listened!!!

This song gives me faith in the future of modern music. Even though it is not a technically difficult piece, the guitars blended together with the other stringed instruments & keys, along with Brandi's beautiful vocals soaring out on subject matter that has risen to the forefront of our nation's attention, makes it a complete and utter "Masterpiece" in my book! God Bless, Brandi..................BEAUTIFUL!!!

@jarrodpitts5632

9 ай бұрын

im curious what subject matter you are talking about?

I heard this song last week on the radio and it stopped me in my tracks. I bought the song yesterday and play it on repeat in my car. Listening to her voice and the lyrics gives me goosebumps and sends a tingle up my spine every time. I love it when music can do that.

Brandi Marie Carlile penned “The Joke” (2017) as a comment on the sociopolitical climate following the 2016 US presidential election. “Let ‘em laugh while they can Let ‘em spin, let ‘em scatter in the wind I have been to the movies, I’ve seen how it ends And the joke’s on them” Carlisle explained that “there are so many people feeling misrepresented. So many people feeling unloved. The song is just for people that feel under-represented, unloved or illegal.” This won the Grammy Award for Best American Roots Song at the 2019 ceremony, where Carlile also performed the piece. “By The Way, I Forgive You” (2017) also earned her the Award for Best Americana Album‼️ HATS 🎩 OFF TO YOU, BRANDI❕ ❤️🇺🇸💙

This song is one of my favorites! It speaks to humanity and empowerment for those some deem as weak or less-than. Thank you Brandi🙏❤️

Ripped me to pieces ... had to look up the lyrics. Thanks for writing meaningful music and "bleeding on the page" allowing us to cut to what's real.

@KM00Youtube

5 жыл бұрын

ditto

Theres nothing like the original, its a beautiful song, beautifully written, and beautifully sung. You're the one for me Brandi....Nuff said!!!!!

I have never heard of this Music Artist before,and today driving to work I heard this song.It BLEW ME AWAY” She sings from her heart and has a unique voice.It’s when she hits the high notes and just plunges in like her soul is dancing with the music. Wow what gifted talent.I have called everyone I know to listen to her voice and they are going WOW WHO IS THIS GIRL”.

Best song and best vocal performance of the 2010's. Just glorious.

Damn the song! The words.... Her voice and that lovely occasional fry in her voice 🙌😍 I'm lucky to have found this through AGT's performance. Thanks Universe! :'

@Hraul88

5 жыл бұрын

So true, I came here after Benecio's performance 😊

Oh man, it's been a while since a song made me cry. I think I'm in love.

New CD is amazing!!!

She is one of the best song writers who have ever lived. It literally feels like she is singing my soul.

So much emotion in this song. It's so touching, meaningful... thank you so much Brandi Carlile.

That angels voice is something else.

What a freaking masterpiece

I heard the song on cbc. ca for the first time one day after the Grammy's/19 and right the way the song boost my spirit and I could see the optimism in my life ...thanks Ms Carlile I can face the World once again and again! Cheers from Toronto!

This song is so strong. The vocals, the lyrics, the strings, and the video work, all just perfect.

An indescribable mix of velvety poignancy, soulful grace, and musical mastery. One of your best songs to date!

Hard to type with these tears in my eyes.... so moving....

Thank you so much Brandi for being my confidence, love, heart and and voice through lot of stages and stations of these 31 years here… and so on🌙🤍🌙

Holy smokes! Power and emotion abides in her voice.

An emotional tour de force. There are few feelings that could match the joy of hearing this...

Absolutely BRILLIANT. I wish I could send this straight into the heart of Emma Gonzalez right now, and ALL of those incredible young men and women saying #neveragain and taking so much crap from idiots...

Just gorgeous, powerful in every aspect, I think this may be my favourite version of the song, love you Brandi

When you think she can't be any better, you have a nice monday surprise from brandi. LOVE IT

@staceychandler1181

6 жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly!!!

@nancymitchell198

6 жыл бұрын

I LOVE HER VOICE♥

It’s never to late to heal from life. I like many was the first verse. Now I’m the chorus. Blessings to all. Thank you Brandie for this inspired gift.

To our kids ..remember this song..

Thank God for artists!

The joke's on them, baby. What a stunning rallying cry and so full of heart. Keep fighting.

Best song and writing in at least 10 years. Brandi, you touched my soul and brought tears to my eyes. Bravo! Bravo?

i thought music like this will never come again. thank you, brandi.

The best singer/songwriter of our lifetime.