James Blake - Say What You Will (Official Video)

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From James Blake’s new album, Friends That Break Your Heart, out now: JamesBlake.lnk.to/FTBYHYD
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Director: Bear Damen
Producer: Salim El Arja, Sacha Benharroche
Production Company: Couscous
Editor: Henry Kaplan
DoP: Patrick Golan
Production design: Alexis Johnson
VFX: Cooper Vacheron
Colorist: Ricky Gausis
Lyrics:
I’ve been ‘normal’
I’ve been ostracized
I’ve watched through a window
As my young self dies
I’ve been popular
With all the popular guys
I gave them punchlines
They gave me warning signs
I look okay
In the magic hour
In the right light
With the right amount of power
And I’m okay
With the life of the sunflower
And I’m okay
With the life of a meteor shower
So say what you will
Go on (Say what you will)
You’re gonna do it anyway
Go on
Just (Say what you will)
You’re gonna do it anyway
Go on
Just (Say what you will)
Go on
You’re gonna do it anyway
Say what you will
I can find my way
With no superpowers
I can take my place
Without becoming sour
I might not make
All those psychopaths proud
‘Least I can see the faces
Of the smaller crowds
And I’m okay
I can drive myself
I’ve been sobered
By time on the shelf
And I’ve been ‘normal’
I’ve been ostracized
Like a comet
Blazing through an empty sky
So say what you will
Say (Say what you will)
Say what you will
Say (Say what you will)
So say what you will
Say (Say what you will)
Say what you will
Say what you will
Say what you will
Say (Say what you will)
(Say what you will)
(Say what you will)
#JamesBlake #SayWhatYouWill #FriendsThatBreakYourHeart

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  • @DAngeloWallace
    @DAngeloWallace2 жыл бұрын

    this is "you vs the guy she told you not to worry about" as a music video

  • @Drakeplaystrumpet

    @Drakeplaystrumpet

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's a good comment

  • @dewgongdakota

    @dewgongdakota

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Drakeplaystrumpet I agree.

  • @xkamakaziwolfx

    @xkamakaziwolfx

    2 жыл бұрын

    Dang D'Angelo you're here? You my sir have good taste in music !

  • @Bandstand

    @Bandstand

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@xkamakaziwolfx He’s with the shits

  • @johannesgutenburg6425

    @johannesgutenburg6425

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Bandstand ratio

  • @Gabriel-ud5hu
    @Gabriel-ud5hu2 жыл бұрын

    The message is: in our heads everyone is doing better than us. Only when you start to focus and admire yourself you will get free.

  • @carltonmeredith6955

    @carltonmeredith6955

    2 жыл бұрын

    I think at the end Finneas was actually goin to the theater to see James perform. The billboard said James was performing tonight. It shows that those who we may be jealous of actually aren't as cold and they don't have anything against us, they may even like us but we choose not to see it. Sidenote, finn and James are good friends and no one should take this vid literally.

  • @tannerharris8470

    @tannerharris8470

    2 жыл бұрын

    Seriously?

  • @liusshka

    @liusshka

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks,actually I dont know Finneas ,so i compeltely didnt understand what the IS the point,now IT s clear 😁

  • @mr.mrs.d.7015

    @mr.mrs.d.7015

    2 жыл бұрын

    The grass is always greener...

  • @steviegarcia802

    @steviegarcia802

    2 жыл бұрын

    I took it as, James being left out? Not

  • @haydentran510
    @haydentran5102 жыл бұрын

    Notice when Finneas passes James at 4:17, he doesn’t even notice all the posters and magazines promoting himself. Finneas probably has another celebrity he’s comparing himself to and isn’t grateful about his own success.

  • @elizatoledo9966

    @elizatoledo9966

    2 жыл бұрын

    Finneas isn’t comparing himself to someone with more success but someone who has it less recognizable finneas is probably jealous of James

  • @Hannah_96

    @Hannah_96

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@elizatoledo9966 Exactly, that's why Finneas looked at James when he passed him

  • @TheEyrie
    @TheEyrie2 жыл бұрын

    This is the most positive James Blake song I’ve heard. It’s all about acceptance ‘I’m ok with the life of a sunflower’ is a big statement compared to what he wrote in the past

  • @TulipaBigDipa

    @TulipaBigDipa

    2 жыл бұрын

    This made me giggle because it’s true

  • @bananapie4344

    @bananapie4344

    2 жыл бұрын

    What did he mean by this lyric? The life of a sunflower is long and well, sunny. Everyone would be ok with this life

  • @Furiosa247

    @Furiosa247

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@bananapie4344 and what you think it means when he says: I've been popular with all the popular guys I gave them punchlines They gave me warning signs?

  • @nana-iv3si

    @nana-iv3si

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@bananapie4344 And I'm okay with the life of the sunflower And I'm okay with the life of a meteor shower Compared to a meteor shower a sunflower is common and not as glamorous. He works in an industry where everybody is constantly compared to all the 'meteor showers' in the sky, the big stars, i think he is probably saying he's ok with living a more common life and is happy with being appreciated the way people would appreciate a sunflower, it's enough for him. But that doesn't mean he has something against being a 'meteor shower' like Finneas in this mv, he would appreciate whatever beauty / success he finds in life, he doesn't look down on the life of a guy like Finneas. He's not trying to be 'indie' or anything and be 'above' the mainstream. He's happy with whatever sort of beauty life gives him. The meteor shower line could also mean that he is ok with just having '15 minutes of fame'. He doesn't need to be a permanent star shining in the sky.

  • @nana-iv3si

    @nana-iv3si

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Furiosa247 i think it might mean that a lot of the popular artists in the industry love his music, from what I've understood both Finneas and Billie are fans of his music and there's probably a lot of big artists who listen to his music, with warning signs maybe he means that they warn him of all the bad parts that comes with making it big in the industry. Idk though

  • @GarrettWatts
    @GarrettWatts2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @bepelias

    @bepelias

    2 жыл бұрын

    GARRET!!!!!!!! HEY

  • @Drakeplaystrumpet

    @Drakeplaystrumpet

    2 жыл бұрын

    Ello Garrett

  • @Lea_Deetz

    @Lea_Deetz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Such a gift, innit?

  • @beriberry1215

    @beriberry1215

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Garrett, I know I would see you here.

  • @huburgalula4031

    @huburgalula4031

    2 жыл бұрын

    Does Andrew listen to James Blake too?

  • @siramelle
    @siramelle2 жыл бұрын

    I could cry; this is almost as good as Finneas' productions.

  • @siramelle

    @siramelle

    2 жыл бұрын

    (i hope this statement doesn't fly over anyone's head, James Blake is one of my favorite artists)

  • @johannesgutenburg6425

    @johannesgutenburg6425

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha some people will definitely miss the irony here.

  • @douglasbdiass

    @douglasbdiass

    2 жыл бұрын

    i was just about to answer you with the ugliest words

  • @leannejoyce4963

    @leannejoyce4963

    2 жыл бұрын

    I audibly said “HA” when I read this comment 😂 so funny

  • @dino_not_dyno

    @dino_not_dyno

    2 жыл бұрын

    😂

  • @lindsaykravit3392
    @lindsaykravit33922 жыл бұрын

    Crazy to think one of the most legendary musical geniuses thinks and feels this way, but I guess we’re all human. Love you James.

  • @Tom-vk6cf

    @Tom-vk6cf

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jamesblakeaccesschat6122 stfu fake

  • @dominicfaison5889

    @dominicfaison5889

    2 жыл бұрын

    Minus that album cover BS. What was the point in that?

  • @genesisosuna

    @genesisosuna

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@dominicfaison5889 what does the album cover have to do with the music?

  • @al3k

    @al3k

    Жыл бұрын

    This is a reflection for many of us now who feel we are just a little bit used up by it all already.. even though we're not that old yet... and letting it go.. Really touching stuff

  • @allipat401

    @allipat401

    11 ай бұрын

    @@al3k Yep, I agree Alek.. very well said.

  • @Tymnasium
    @Tymnasium2 жыл бұрын

    It’s that last “say WHAAAAAAT YOUUUUU WILLLLLLL” that leads into the strings that punches my gut everytime and leads to hours of crying

  • @MadisonS87

    @MadisonS87

    10 ай бұрын

    No seriously, I am doing a report at work and I just had to stop like "wait a good goddamn min! That was beautiful!"

  • @brendaccc
    @brendaccc2 жыл бұрын

    another masterpiece as usual. just a normal day in James Blake life.

  • @jmonman7

    @jmonman7

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not everything needs to be called a masterpiece 😉

  • @brendaccc

    @brendaccc

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jmonman7 but I wanted it 😄

  • @johannesgutenburg6425

    @johannesgutenburg6425

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jmonman7 did Finneas write this?

  • @Kos0818

    @Kos0818

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@johannesgutenburg6425 I think so, actually

  • @miguelcanares2623

    @miguelcanares2623

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@johannesgutenburg6425 no

  • @kamaltehfe1927
    @kamaltehfe19272 жыл бұрын

    This guy’s voice feels like a mom’s hug. Well done, Mr. Blake.

  • @kevinpihier9035

    @kevinpihier9035

    2 жыл бұрын

    So true 😁👍

  • @___MelloYello___

    @___MelloYello___

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes

  • @denissesantana6999

    @denissesantana6999

    2 жыл бұрын

    Totally agree!!!

  • @iJones2332
    @iJones23322 жыл бұрын

    Tremendous song Blake. Can't wait for the Finneas cover.

  • @MyWillBeDone

    @MyWillBeDone

    Жыл бұрын

    😂

  • @nicktinson2950

    @nicktinson2950

    Ай бұрын

    This video has 2.3M views. Finneas will have 2.3B views 😂.

  • @marone0324
    @marone03242 жыл бұрын

    The incredible thing is that Finneas and his sister were 100% inspired by the production of James Blake. I hope James knows how many people he inspired to be electronic pop and R&B bedroom artists.

  • @vegannoodls3168

    @vegannoodls3168

    2 жыл бұрын

    EXACTLY

  • @smirkingshark

    @smirkingshark

    2 жыл бұрын

    agreed and i love how you said "finneas and his sister" LMAO

  • @skibiddyboopbaap287

    @skibiddyboopbaap287

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm not sure but i think joji is inspired by him too. James is really soo amazing

  • @stevengunther9817

    @stevengunther9817

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ag.3202 bro what are you talking abou

  • @ag.3202

    @ag.3202

    2 жыл бұрын

    He exploits them for profit. Billie is his daughter & he writes everything but gives Finneas credit. He also had matching “happy” chips which is why she’s so happy when he’s around.

  • @krisnathebalinese
    @krisnathebalinese2 жыл бұрын

    This music video is highkey both depressing and hilarious at the same time

  • @FlyteDanny

    @FlyteDanny

    2 жыл бұрын

    Comedy is closely related to tragedy so it checks out lol

  • @nonamo2852

    @nonamo2852

    2 жыл бұрын

    because humor is the best way of coping with life :)

  • @nicktinson2950

    @nicktinson2950

    2 жыл бұрын

    "Loads of Tickets Left" 🤣🤣🤣

  • @johannesgutenburg6425

    @johannesgutenburg6425

    2 жыл бұрын

    I think he shouldnt be bitter about finneas’ success, it spoils the music. Im surprised finneas agreed to this. Makes him look shitty. Worse look for james. I dont know. Maybe its in good faith.

  • @ccccallum

    @ccccallum

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@johannesgutenburg6425 mate you realise this isn't a documentary?

  • @hollowcoves
    @hollowcoves2 жыл бұрын

    Such an important message for this generation

  • @adambeecroft9305

    @adambeecroft9305

    2 жыл бұрын

    🙉

  • @bazingacurta2567

    @bazingacurta2567

    2 жыл бұрын

    Why?

  • @prettypuffprincess

    @prettypuffprincess

    2 жыл бұрын

    SAY IT LOUDER FOR THE LOST ONES IN DEEPEST PARTS OF THE OCEANS 🌊 A SEA FULL OF FOOLS!

  • @zybereqwilfish

    @zybereqwilfish

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hating Finneas???

  • @OLink9

    @OLink9

    2 жыл бұрын

    it's a bit heavy-handed... but purposefully, i guess

  • @lorrainedrake6462
    @lorrainedrake6462 Жыл бұрын

    I am a 70 year old woman and this song relates to so many of us growing up taking the knocks but hopefully bouncing back ,and that high note at the end was amazing a very talented and gifted young man 🎶🎵🎼

  • @iurilammel
    @iurilammel2 жыл бұрын

    Have you noticed how they used colors to show the transition from a sad and jealous Blake to a redemptive one? Blake wears blue for almost the entire video, until the concert part (the redemption!) when he finally accepts his life the way it is, then the color palette becomes green. According to the color symbolism in western culture, blue may be associated with sadness, while green is commonly associated with healing and hope.

  • @poonywooon

    @poonywooon

    2 жыл бұрын

    I thought green was associated with jealousy? Could just be Chinese culture tho

  • @kelhussenelcosmere8145

    @kelhussenelcosmere8145

    Жыл бұрын

    Well, in Spain Green is the colour of the jealousy. In China too.

  • @BUNNEESLAYER
    @BUNNEESLAYER2 жыл бұрын

    I grew up your biggest fan, I found your music at age 20 and instantly felt it in my soul. Told anyone that would listen to me about you, all the way back to Air and Lack Thereof. I had a really awful childhood where everyone that was supposed to love me hurt me. I grew up with a sick, twisted definition of love. I was so depressed for years and you and Tame Impala really got me through so much. Im 30 now and I've pulled through over the last few years and I feel so much better, but everytime I hear a James Blake song it sparks so many emotions and reminds me where I came from. Last November I got married to the man of dreams, and I'll Come Too was our wedding song. Now when I hear this James Blake song I tear up like I used to with Lindisfarne or or Why don't you call me, but now I cry happy tears feeling happiness and evolution in myself. James blake finally singing love songs and Justin getting married and finally happy, what a concept.

  • @MrIzzy4real

    @MrIzzy4real

    2 жыл бұрын

    Me too! me 2...

  • @trip2belize

    @trip2belize

    2 жыл бұрын

    love you bro 💜

  • @rc_kt

    @rc_kt

    2 жыл бұрын

    💔🙏🏻

  • @SWatchik

    @SWatchik

    2 жыл бұрын

    Can't believe the dude who made some really interesting tunes in the early dubstep scene is where he is now. The man deserves every bit of success and every release is something excellent.

  • @williamdowd1024

    @williamdowd1024

    2 жыл бұрын

    This is really sweet post. Good for you.

  • @Lecojoda
    @Lecojoda2 жыл бұрын

    It's difficult to learn to accept and value yourself. Once you do, you'll find peace and happiness. If you're reading this, know that you are worthy and be unapologetically you.

  • @j.d.3684

    @j.d.3684

    2 жыл бұрын

    i cry

  • @subu_versus

    @subu_versus

    2 жыл бұрын

    This can take a long time

  • @Lecojoda

    @Lecojoda

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@subu_versus Yes it can. Just don't give up! Be kind to yourself.

  • @Lecojoda

    @Lecojoda

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@j.d.3684 It's OK to cry. Let it all out.

  • @juicedkishin8750

    @juicedkishin8750

    2 жыл бұрын

    I struggle with this on a daily basis at varying levels of depth, it gets to be quite rough honestly

  • @Marrivaf
    @Marrivaf8 ай бұрын

    Im seeing him in September, even bought vip since I’m going by myself and would prefer a bit more privacy. This guys music has been so impactful in my life. Lots of ups and downs and his tunes always felt comforting, not sad or melancholy. They felt like a warm hug. I’m rambling on but I truly hope to see a full concert, he deserves to sell out and for more people to discover his art.

  • @WeAreTheInsurgents
    @WeAreTheInsurgents2 жыл бұрын

    In one of his live Instagram performances, James said that the song is about being happy in the place you're at even if it's not the place you expected to be

  • @Reepsone
    @Reepsone2 жыл бұрын

    When many have looked up to you, it can be hard to know how to look at yourself.

  • @Rukimix

    @Rukimix

    2 жыл бұрын

    Reeps!! Two of my favorite artists connected, cheers!

  • @janettraslavina3010

    @janettraslavina3010

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Rukimix Zzz A

  • @FrostyBeatbox

    @FrostyBeatbox

    2 жыл бұрын

    Ello

  • @erinmoore1379

    @erinmoore1379

    2 жыл бұрын

    I was not prepared for how profound this YT comment is.

  • @la_manche1204

    @la_manche1204

    2 жыл бұрын

    ayyyy what is up gang!

  • @sansiveria578
    @sansiveria5782 жыл бұрын

    Stunning, those high notes tho.

  • @alligallixsee7821

    @alligallixsee7821

    2 жыл бұрын

    Say what you WIIIIIIIIIIILLLLLLLLL! 💜

  • @yourtailorisapunk

    @yourtailorisapunk

    2 жыл бұрын

    Every time

  • @rafaelhernandez8305

    @rafaelhernandez8305

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's perfect

  • @eagillum

    @eagillum

    2 жыл бұрын

    They needed to be longer. He needed to riff on them.

  • @mikeypliers9012

    @mikeypliers9012

    2 жыл бұрын

    Flawless

  • @corean3polar
    @corean3polar2 жыл бұрын

    Everyone's acting is so good. Security guards, the pool girl, james blake. Comedy goals. And of course, esp finneas.

  • @sowa707
    @sowa7072 жыл бұрын

    This actually hits so hard. I'm always comparing myself to others and a lot of times it gets so bad that you won't even start doing something you love because you know already you can't get where someone else already is. It's a trap but You really can't get it out of your head and it's frustrating and demotivating🤷🏻‍♀️

  • @davfb8622

    @davfb8622

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’m glad I’ve always listened to artists with this « say what you will » message so after a while I just applied it to myself naturally.

  • @carmencrozier5215
    @carmencrozier52152 жыл бұрын

    This is dramatically sad and evenly hilarious !

  • @esseeedee

    @esseeedee

    2 жыл бұрын

    “Evenly hilarious”?

  • @tannerharris8470

    @tannerharris8470

    2 жыл бұрын

    🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @cathululu2165
    @cathululu21652 жыл бұрын

    Please, protect this man at all costs, he's too precious

  • @tedbest2890

    @tedbest2890

    2 жыл бұрын

    I think I need a forest fire

  • @insertname8889

    @insertname8889

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nice reference

  • @davidadams2395
    @davidadams23952 жыл бұрын

    That _"Say what you will"_ at 3:19 was reminiscent of Jeff Buckley's falsetto. Beautiful.

  • @ronninikaarlowe7674

    @ronninikaarlowe7674

    2 жыл бұрын

    THATS EXACTLY WHAT I THOUGHT! HOLY SHIT! YESS!

  • @Exel3nce

    @Exel3nce

    2 жыл бұрын

    Anything in particular

  • @tynanmedia7785

    @tynanmedia7785

    2 жыл бұрын

    Oh wow, you're absolutely right.

  • @davidadams2395

    @davidadams2395

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Exel3nce Nothing in particular. I just found James's voice evocative of Jeff's.

  • @robingarrettmusic

    @robingarrettmusic

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Exel3nce Reminds me a lot of the beginning of Corpus Christi Carol: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qayl2dNyctHQhJM.html

  • @luisgilbertorodriguez544
    @luisgilbertorodriguez5442 жыл бұрын

    Imagine this video nominated for "best music video" in the grammys but losing against a FINNEAS video... AMAZING SONG BTW!! REALLY EXCITED FOR THE ALBUM!

  • @nat.theblonded

    @nat.theblonded

    2 жыл бұрын

    LOOOOL it'd be so funny!!!!!

  • @thenfproduction.

    @thenfproduction.

    2 жыл бұрын

    would expect a part 2

  • @khaldrogo6130

    @khaldrogo6130

    2 жыл бұрын

    James wouldn't even be mad at that I suppose 🤣

  • @zadquieljlp
    @zadquieljlp2 жыл бұрын

    Its James Blake, we all gonna love it

  • @CarolineSophie93
    @CarolineSophie932 жыл бұрын

    Imagine being a genius like James and still feeling insecure and jealous 🤯

  • @aarnmtc

    @aarnmtc

    2 жыл бұрын

    Imagine being human

  • @Ari-ll7sw

    @Ari-ll7sw

    2 жыл бұрын

    imagine knowing finneas

  • @pvandeusen

    @pvandeusen

    2 жыл бұрын

    @juice yea, u did

  • @salviaterra8734

    @salviaterra8734

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@apineappleaday1199 yes you did

  • @carltonmeredith6955

    @carltonmeredith6955

    2 жыл бұрын

    we are all the same. Finneas gets jealous too, everyone does

  • @thefrequencyislove222
    @thefrequencyislove22216 күн бұрын

    Go on … say what you willlllll… (I resonate with this song deep within my soul)

  • @DartsyaTarkovska
    @DartsyaTarkovska2 жыл бұрын

    And that, ladies and gents, is why we love James Blake

  • @majdkasem9383
    @majdkasem93832 жыл бұрын

    That high pitch was heavenly, heartgasmic.

  • @tombrady7753

    @tombrady7753

    2 жыл бұрын

    he sings with the angels

  • @serpoma
    @serpoma2 жыл бұрын

    So besides being my favorite musician, James has a sense of humor!! How cool! He seems like a really nice guy and I take this as a confirmation. I stan!

  • @MaryShelleysNib

    @MaryShelleysNib

    2 жыл бұрын

    And his partner 💛💛💛

  • @pratyashi191

    @pratyashi191

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@MaryShelleysNib James definitely got this from Jameela😂

  • @MaryShelleysNib

    @MaryShelleysNib

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@pratyashi191 l💚ve her 💃🏽

  • @rafaelhernandez8305
    @rafaelhernandez83052 жыл бұрын

    His vocals in that breakdown is impeccable 🙏🏾❤️🔥🔥🔥

  • @seanahmed9079
    @seanahmed90792 жыл бұрын

    Take heart James. That's how Finneas feels around Billie!!

  • @Bandstand
    @Bandstand2 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate this James. I’m tuned in 🤝

  • @earlydest

    @earlydest

    2 жыл бұрын

    I miss you, bandstand

  • @Bandstand

    @Bandstand

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@earlydest Same 😔

  • @ai_bieu

    @ai_bieu

    2 жыл бұрын

    At first I read "I'm turned on 🤝"

  • @Rytronica

    @Rytronica

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey man. Did you make the big move?

  • @jeanmichellelaurent

    @jeanmichellelaurent

    2 жыл бұрын

    AYYYYYYYYY

  • @theg9741
    @theg97412 жыл бұрын

    Don't be fooled, this is just a 4:47 minute long FINNEAS ad 😂

  • @tenshi.mp3

    @tenshi.mp3

    2 жыл бұрын

    LOL

  • @ericanderson4490

    @ericanderson4490

    2 жыл бұрын

    I mean in a way it is. I had no idea who finneas was until now.

  • @al3k
    @al3k Жыл бұрын

    James, dude.. heard this in American Gigolo.. you probably saved the series. Just the right atmosphere for many of us guys right now, in this day and age.. the notes are just right.. no ego.. just real... This is so, so me right now.. You got a new soul brother and fan here in Europe. Cheers.

  • @christopherforder2277

    @christopherforder2277

    Жыл бұрын

    same here

  • @rainbowbritebrini2150
    @rainbowbritebrini2150 Жыл бұрын

    This makes me feel “seen” and inspired to create again. For so long I compared myself to my peers who are successful in the music industry and I was too sick to pursue my passion, so eventually I stopped altogether. I realize now I need to create for me, it was always my first love ❤ James is more than an artist, he is a healer and his music the medicine

  • @anuheanihipali8332
    @anuheanihipali83322 жыл бұрын

    Jealousy has eaten my personality over this past year. Why is it that every time you release music it is exactly what I need to hear? Mahalo nui for your genius James. You are impeccable and your craft has saved me from so much loneliness.

  • @amad8466

    @amad8466

    2 жыл бұрын

    We owe each other that salvation, pass it on and the jealousy melts away 💜

  • @seangorton9654

    @seangorton9654

    2 жыл бұрын

    how strange it is that his new music always strikes a new and more appropriate chord than the last

  • @GodJesusChristTheHolySpirit

    @GodJesusChristTheHolySpirit

    2 жыл бұрын

    James Blake is an Angel and I know this for sure, it's a fact he's a blessing to all of us with his melancholy beats and soulful tones in his voice. It's very majestic and underground and his music will always be precious to us. BUT you have to know that Jesus Christ is your Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ died on the cross for your sins and Jesus Christ loves you no matter if you love Him or believe in Him, Jesus still loves you. He is a forgiving God who can supply you with anything you may need always remember that. You are never alone when you have the Love of Jesus Christ.

  • @anuheanihipali8332

    @anuheanihipali8332

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@GodJesusChristTheHolySpirit girl please stop Infiltrating my safe space with Jesus talk. I have enough religious trauma. Pls go away 🥴❤️

  • @GodJesusChristTheHolySpirit

    @GodJesusChristTheHolySpirit

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@anuheanihipali8332 Yeah, so anyways you need help. You need Jesus Christ. I need Jesus and so do you and so does everyone else, what you tell yourself now is a lie. It's so evident by the way you act your behavior shows me so much that I need to know. You need Jesus much more than you think you do. I need to pray for you and I will. 🙂 One day God will reveal Himself to you and I pray you become a believer before Jesus comes and I hope you become a believer so you can get the help that you need and deserve. God bless your lost soul sweet child. You have a blessed day in The Name of The Lord. 🙏🏾 😀 ❤️

  • @DJRY360
    @DJRY3602 жыл бұрын

    The self-deprecation is on point in this one.

  • @nia549
    @nia549 Жыл бұрын

    I’m crying, what a beautiful, moving song and his vocals are out of this world 😮Thank you American Gigolo for featuring this song and helping me to discover this masterpiece and talented artist!

  • @chicoaria
    @chicoaria2 жыл бұрын

    A Message for this world. To busy catching up what someone else is doing, not taking care of self’s goals and expectations. Bravi both of you! Love mainstream artist taking seriously what to say!

  • @paulisthelegend
    @paulisthelegend2 жыл бұрын

    This is utterly gorgeous. His music sounds like a floating ghost sometimes

  • @MaryShelleysNib

    @MaryShelleysNib

    2 жыл бұрын

    Don’t all 👻 float?

  • @paulisthelegend

    @paulisthelegend

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@MaryShelleysNib fair point 👀

  • @wilhelmscream7468

    @wilhelmscream7468

    2 жыл бұрын

    Boy I know u! You are into comment section of every King Krule s video ahaha great taste

  • @paulisthelegend

    @paulisthelegend

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@wilhelmscream7468 My man. King Krule & James Blake. Two of the best artists of our time!

  • @juancarlosrosalesmeza6755
    @juancarlosrosalesmeza67552 жыл бұрын

    3:15 “sayyy whaaat youuu wiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiill” 😍 Lo amo!

  • @willersandervan

    @willersandervan

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yo quiero aniquilar a finneas y a eilish

  • @wilder6761

    @wilder6761

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@willersandervan wtf contigo mijo como que aniquilar wtf

  • @juancarlosrosalesmeza6755

    @juancarlosrosalesmeza6755

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@willersandervan Uy! Qué feo!

  • @jerrybot3576
    @jerrybot35762 жыл бұрын

    This song is on repeat for 2 days now. It's so beautiful, can't het enough of it.

  • @rstomneguuse9917
    @rstomneguuse99172 ай бұрын

    God created you to say what you will

  • @rstomneguuse9917

    @rstomneguuse9917

    2 ай бұрын

    Anything that you can't control is forgivable

  • @romeb2106
    @romeb21062 жыл бұрын

    That scene in the theater gives me strong "Mulholland Drive" and "Llorando" vibe for some reason. The song is an absolute masterpiece.

  • @MaryShelleysNib

    @MaryShelleysNib

    2 жыл бұрын

    Mulholland 💛

  • @GManmusiq

    @GManmusiq

    2 жыл бұрын

    he has a song called Mulholland

  • @elijahgavin6706

    @elijahgavin6706

    2 жыл бұрын

    Looked like the theater in Inglorious Bastards

  • @coolysisi
    @coolysisi2 жыл бұрын

    who else thought at the end James would be sold out & it would be the other way around for Finneas?

  • @Great2BATennesseeVol

    @Great2BATennesseeVol

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes!!

  • @shavonegranville6004

    @shavonegranville6004

    2 жыл бұрын

    I thought all the Finneas posters at 4:11 would turn into James Blake posters when Finneas was walking in the opposite direction.

  • @ProphetNewYork

    @ProphetNewYork

    2 жыл бұрын

    IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN THAT !

  • @KarpralisLup

    @KarpralisLup

    2 жыл бұрын

    Such a missed opportunity for the director

  • @ananyasahay

    @ananyasahay

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@shavonegranville6004 same! missed opportunity

  • @Act23ful
    @Act23ful2 жыл бұрын

    James Blake back to being James Blake, finally

  • @camaicaomauzo359
    @camaicaomauzo3592 жыл бұрын

    He's a great actor as well!!

  • @nomchelvan8233
    @nomchelvan82332 жыл бұрын

    I've been normal I've been ostracized I've watched through a window As my young self died I've been popular with the popular guys I gave them punchlines They gave me warning signs I look okay in the magic hour In the right light, with the right amount of power And I'm okay with the life of a sunflower And I am okay with the life of a meteor shower So say what you will Go on, say what you will You're gonna do it anyway Go on, just say what you will You're gonna do it anyway, say what you will I can find my way with no superpowers I can take my place without becoming sour I might not make all those psychopaths proud At least I can see the faces of the smaller crowds And I'm okay, no, I can drive mysеlf I've been sobered by my timе on the shelf And I've been normal I've been ostracized like a comet Blazing through an empty sky So say what you will Say, say what you will Say what you will Say what you will So say what you will Say, say what you will Say what you will Say what you will Say what you will Say what you will Say what you will Say what you will

  • @harrisonbrand8985
    @harrisonbrand89852 жыл бұрын

    finneas got a reservation at dorsia. let’s see finneas’s card

  • @NinaWatsonnn

    @NinaWatsonnn

    2 жыл бұрын

    HAHAHAHA

  • @Banned4Life

    @Banned4Life

    2 жыл бұрын

    Oh my god. It even has a watermark.

  • @Merlincat007

    @Merlincat007

    2 жыл бұрын

    The tasteful thiccness of it...

  • @BLACKDISC

    @BLACKDISC

    2 жыл бұрын

    LMAO

  • @MrRyanFive

    @MrRyanFive

    2 жыл бұрын

    Look at that subtle colouring. The tasteful thickness

  • @AdamWood
    @AdamWood8 ай бұрын

    James Blake 4-Ever

  • @ddcrowley
    @ddcrowley2 жыл бұрын

    'Comparison is the thief of joy.' I actually only discovered this quote a few months ago but it's had a profound effect on me.

  • @PianoHits
    @PianoHits2 жыл бұрын

    it's written in C# Major key and nearly all the chords are majors, the video is hilarious and it's still so sad 😭

  • @mathmelody3213

    @mathmelody3213

    2 жыл бұрын

    Juxtaposition at its finest

  • @FountainOfYoot

    @FountainOfYoot

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's true genius

  • @tobi9466

    @tobi9466

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@cereal_qilla it should sound happy but it doesn't (major=happy, minor=sad)

  • @johannesgutenburg6425

    @johannesgutenburg6425

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@tobi9466 aside from video, why does it sound sad? I find same for some disney ost in isolation of movie, that are in major chords but i can feel sad from.

  • @RayyanKhanRayyanKhan

    @RayyanKhanRayyanKhan

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@johannesgutenburg6425 I find his delivery is very resigned and he sounds broken and sad.

  • @JulietJay1
    @JulietJay12 жыл бұрын

    All to say that James Blake doesn't get the credit that he deserves.

  • @Fmakegeo6

    @Fmakegeo6

    2 жыл бұрын

    What?he's one of the most recognised artists in UK. His concerts are sold out in days

  • @pratyashi191

    @pratyashi191

    2 жыл бұрын

    This is just too humorous. I think James got this from Jameela😂😂

  • @williamscarnail5506
    @williamscarnail55069 ай бұрын

    Just love this song. People are going to always say and do what they want, Once you except that,,,you are exposed to a whole different kind of freedom.

  • @MELVIN5201
    @MELVIN52012 жыл бұрын

    This is not from this planet. Unbelievable. Unreal. Sublime.

  • @pedromercadoochoa2618
    @pedromercadoochoa26182 жыл бұрын

    Dont be sad James Blake!! You are one of the best, most original and unique musician we have in the music industry!!!! ❤

  • @WillImrie
    @WillImrie2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely beautiful song

  • @hannahahle
    @hannahahle Жыл бұрын

    This is me. Everyone thinks I’m weird but I’m just past all the low life bullshit. I found God and I’m happy even if I build the life that’s meant for me and stay alone I know that’s true to me

  • @steviegarcia802
    @steviegarcia8022 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Blake…”at least I can see the faces of the smaller crowds”.. I feel as if I am part of that smaller crowd. I appreciate your music and have been rooting for you and now your soaring

  • @KamilHenri
    @KamilHenri2 жыл бұрын

    It's hard living in the shadow of your own expectations

  • @shiv7477
    @shiv74772 жыл бұрын

    Finneas just walking down casually with a bunch of grammys. 😂

  • @maisi8233

    @maisi8233

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yea funny how they had to dress up like if it was the Grammys to shoot it

  • @lucsails
    @lucsails2 жыл бұрын

    the quality of musicians is not measured by their financial success and fame. a real musician is anyone who is moving people with their work. as artists, we must not be our own favorite musician, but we must be our own biggest fan.

  • @elizatoledo9966
    @elizatoledo99662 жыл бұрын

    This dude is so underrated it makes me mad but then again I love him he’s seems cool

  • @MrIzzy4real
    @MrIzzy4real2 жыл бұрын

    Holy Soundwaves Batman!!! That vibrato note at the end!!! Life....

  • @sithabisonxumalo7645
    @sithabisonxumalo76452 жыл бұрын

    NO. WTF, this is the best music video I have ever watched! I did not know James could act so well. He was brilliant, never too dramatic or over the top, really genuine. AND THE ENDING, So satisfying. Beautiful

  • @carltonmeredith6955

    @carltonmeredith6955

    2 жыл бұрын

    I think Finn is walking into the theater to see James perform, the board says James is performing tonight. Very cool

  • @eagillum

    @eagillum

    2 жыл бұрын

    That peering over over the bathroom stall tho! He's a great actor.

  • @Orangesky3818
    @Orangesky38182 жыл бұрын

    This is wild to me that he feels this way because without him so many of these artists wouldn’t even exist! He is responsible for birthing this genre….. there wouldn’t be finneas without James Blake 🤍

  • @ignaciajerez7875
    @ignaciajerez78752 жыл бұрын

    dude it's the voice of an angel

  • @amandamc6569
    @amandamc65692 жыл бұрын

    We need a James Blake/ Radiohead/ Coldplay/ Frank Ocean mix

  • @777ladyj

    @777ladyj

    2 жыл бұрын

    We can’t that amount of talent in one booth would be too dangerous lol but yes

  • @amandamc6569

    @amandamc6569

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@777ladyj 😂 one can dream ☁️☝🏻💖

  • @thebloodybaron7

    @thebloodybaron7

    2 жыл бұрын

    The first three would be perfect

  • @amandamc6569

    @amandamc6569

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@thebloodybaron7 🥰👌🏼

  • @pibetry

    @pibetry

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wouldn't ever be surprised if either Frank Ocean or Thom Yorke collabs with James Blake. Coldplay is dismissed.

  • @GodJesusChristTheHolySpirit
    @GodJesusChristTheHolySpirit2 жыл бұрын

    My brain couldn't even allow me to understand why anyone would love Finneas more than they love James Blake ......like why? I mean James' transition from where he once was to where he's at now it's much more of an interesting journey to fame and fortune than Finneas'. James used to have this way about him that made him seem like this closed off timid introvert who loves to focus on his beats and/or compositions and his content/depth in his lyrics, but when he speaks to people lately as opposed to some of his earlier interviews he's shown us how much more comfortable he is and he seems to be the coolest most down to earth guy in the music industry right now. I've always loved James Blake.

  • @eltonmag5636
    @eltonmag56362 жыл бұрын

    "I can find my way, with no superpowers" This line keeps me going.

  • @nikaproust
    @nikaproust2 жыл бұрын

    Such a gifted and talented guy ...

  • @robertadelitala8791
    @robertadelitala87912 жыл бұрын

    Nowadays can’t even imagine my life without your music. You reconnect me with my inner self. Thank you man.

  • @jamesblakeaccesschat6122

    @jamesblakeaccesschat6122

    2 жыл бұрын

    I want to specially appreciate you for being a big fan. Thanks for your nice comment on my post, it means a lot to me. I want you to send me a direct message via hangouts using my personal email or you can as well add me up on WhatsApp through my mobile number that will be indicated below. Also endeavor to add your name to the text so I can know you are the one texting because I don’t reply unnecessary messages. WhatsApp number: +14049001253 hangout mail: jamesblakeaccesschat@gmail.com, ❤️❤️💟

  • @isaackarns385
    @isaackarns3852 жыл бұрын

    a timeless message with a sense of humor. love it

  • @MrKotsifi
    @MrKotsifi2 жыл бұрын

    let’s appreciate what a great actor with such a delicate subtle sense of humor James is! We love you James Blake

  • @SkenderovicMaja
    @SkenderovicMaja2 жыл бұрын

    So True! You Are The Most Charming And Cutest Ball Of Human Presence. This is That Moment Of Before.

  • @alligallixsee7821
    @alligallixsee78212 жыл бұрын

    A stunning song, James, and a fabulous video! I see you self reflecting, sending a message to your past self, and reminding us all that comparing ourselves to anyone else does nothing but keep us from our own greatness. Ps there will never be lots of tickets available for your show! I will buy tickets for everyone I know when you’re in town! 💜💜💜

  • @bigwoke5956
    @bigwoke59562 жыл бұрын

    Man, James has a way of, Not telling us how he is, because we can hear it, His music has fr fr chnaged my life, from laying weeks in hospital beds, to getting limitless confidence, my mind has never been more clearly expressed than with James' music

  • @printedmonkey

    @printedmonkey

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeahhh buddy im calling cap on this one, kid. Move on....

  • @leonardodanielsalazardelat1796
    @leonardodanielsalazardelat17962 жыл бұрын

    Say what you will James, we will all be listening.

  • @colinsduncan
    @colinsduncan Жыл бұрын

    This song has brought significant feelings to me. This song encapsulates how we all feel - especially in the days of social media and instant gratification. The happier you are with yourself and who you have become the more meaningful life becomes, the more confident you become, when you grow to love yourself dearly there is no better feeling in the world. You are all special, you are all meaningful, life is beautiful, please enjoy.

  • @queerrobot6362
    @queerrobot63622 жыл бұрын

    i've never seen a video that sums up my life as an artist more accurately. the comparisons and internal jealousy that we all experience can be crippling. i remember a few years back, i won album of the year at an awards show, and yet this other more successful artist took home 6 awards that night and cleaned up the international scene... i've felt exactly like the james in this film on a lower scale and it's so paralyzing at times. to compare yourself to others is to commit suicide to your artistic vision.

  • @owsiaowsia5403
    @owsiaowsia54032 жыл бұрын

    But hey, most people prefer catchy over beautiful. You create music for these, who expect more than catchy. That's what we adore you for. Thank you James for being you ❤️

  • @ameliacraig8789
    @ameliacraig8789Ай бұрын

    God damn, what a voice!

  • @Londamedia
    @Londamedia23 күн бұрын

    this is beautiful

  • @stevengunther9817
    @stevengunther98172 жыл бұрын

    Honestly James is one of my most respected artists of all time. Everything he puts out or works on absolutely amazes me and I love that he does not seem to be someone who tries to bask in the lime light. Thanks for the music and the message here.

  • @flaviazanasi
    @flaviazanasi2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you James! You speak to my heart. This was so beautiful…

  • @jamesblakeaccesschat6122

    @jamesblakeaccesschat6122

    2 жыл бұрын

    I want to specially appreciate you for being a big fan. Thanks for your nice comment on my post, it means a lot to me. I want you to send me a direct message via hangouts using my personal email or you can as well add me up on WhatsApp through my mobile number that will be indicated below. Also endeavor to add your name to the text so I can know you are the one texting because I don’t reply unnecessary messages. WhatsApp number: +14049001253 hangout mail: jamesblakeaccesschat@gmail.com, ❤️❤️💟

  • @svenmedyona4649
    @svenmedyona46492 жыл бұрын

    2013 was the first time I listened to James Blake. I've forgotten about him for years now, and now I'm blessed to have stumbled upon his music, once again.

  • @adamshares2604
    @adamshares26042 жыл бұрын

    Who in the world is this handsome guy??? I fell in love 🥺🥺🥺

  • @danielnunoavina
    @danielnunoavina2 жыл бұрын

    James peeking at Finneas in the stall like "Damn, his success ain't the only big thing he packing"

  • @bloodytears610
    @bloodytears6102 жыл бұрын

    Ah the complexities in both song and video concept. SHESH.

  • @hiweiwang
    @hiweiwang2 жыл бұрын

    This is an amazing short film. I'm so proud of James Blake. He has stayed true to his art and continued to grow. I relate to him in so many ways, as well as understand how we are very different people. This is a beautiful allegory that many can learn from. I just wanted to share my gratitude x

  • @ashleykalegha
    @ashleykalegha2 жыл бұрын

    This song always makes me cry legit tears . Such a powerful message that transcends time . Don’t let anything or anyone hold you back , you are great just the way you are !!!!

  • @exittiming2789
    @exittiming27892 жыл бұрын

    Say what you will. This gave me goosebumps

  • @mazasis_princas456
    @mazasis_princas4562 жыл бұрын

    Holly hell, that hight note! That was one of the best sounds I have ever heard and I have listened to Unluck in 2AM.

  • @mayhtoo4666
    @mayhtoo46662 жыл бұрын

    I started listening to you because of my ex. He showed me your songs, the first one was if the car beside you moves ahead. Ngl, the mv and vocals in it scares me, more like triggers me every time i hear it, and we tend to believe in our heads that, that song was such bad luck to us and we both agreed to skip on it lol. But for real, it was just too good to wake us from inside and just you know become just vulnerable, and visible see thru shit that we didn't know how to handle. We were afraid to let that song expose us. I would always ask him, "would you ever hurt me?" He would say, "Physically? Never." And i would follow up with "Mentally tho?" And his answer was always, "Yeh, James Blake. Lol" You are such a crooked wire inside my head, knotted and such a pain but i never knew i needed you, your music, thank you so much for being existing. Without your music, I would have never made it alive during my darkest, lowest times, like i would be missing a wire to function. And also to my ex, thank you and yeh you know the rest...

  • @valsoto776
    @valsoto7762 жыл бұрын

    James is truly one of the greats. I will be playing him around my house in my 80s... if life spares.

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