I'm a 134 year old white man who lives in an abandoned lighthouse and for most of my life the only music I listened to were whale songs. Then I discovered Vampire Weekend. Music is universal
"I'm a loner, but I'm kind of a people person, too". Yeah, that really is good. Great song & video. The words are sad, but the music is uplifting. I'm 76, and I keep on playing this song over & over. I think this song appeals to all age groups.
This is one thing with the Vampire Weekend and almost all of their albums; I don't understand 90% of their songs but it always makes my heart warm inside. Like my heart gets it. My ears, never.
This whole album has got to be one of the best records that I have heard in a while... Great stuff Vampire Weekend... This song takes me to my happy place, even though the lyrics are quite the contrary... ;)
I'm 73 and have been playing this song on my 6 String Cherry Red Guild or my 12 string with my computer and Spotify or You Tube. Love the lyrics and Ronson hooked me with the guitar riff a la Van Morrison's Brown Eyed Girl. Love the Passover shots, wine glasses, Seder and Yarmulkes ....and hope that COVID-19 finally passes over all of us like the 10 Passover plagues. Can I get an Omain (Amen)? MO
I think the tremolo is the highlight of this song. It's such a perfect use of the effect, I sometimes keep this song on repeat just to experience it again.
Are they? They debuted at the number one spot on the US Billboard 200. They won Grammys for Best Alternative Music Album for two albums and they've released five albums with their latest debuting this year. Not to mention they're playing sold out concerts everywhere. I'd say they have a decent following.
I have a hard time expressing myself but the love of my life showed me this song and now im trying to get her back. Whenever I feel down ill come back to listen to this to motivate me.
Great song! I just started hearing this song on the local alt music radio station. The guitar sounds a lot like Johnny Marr's piece in 'This charming man' by the Smiths.
I just love this song! I've had it on the playlist on our catering truck here in Los Angeles for 3 months and it just doesn't get old. Gotta be that twangy guitar and reverb!
For years, this song has always been so sunny to me... and now 4 years later, some of the lyrics just suddenly hit completely different, and the sadness and pain in there just bled through.... such a good song, such a good band.
this song is amazing - the only thing i dont understand is why the bass starts at 04:48 with the awesome Graceland sounding bass lick when the song already reached its end
If anyone is listening to this song in 2032, I might not be alive. But if you find your way to this comment, I would want to say, thanks for existing and thanks for living. I can't be more grateful to this life. And, I love you Pranamika.
Aw man. I am the guy with the beards twin for sure. I hate people but always end up around them...or is it that they always seem to be around me!?! Haha. The way they brought the video together with that guy speaking at the very end almost gave me chills!! Love music and videos that make my soul reach!! Im so glad i opened my eyes to true life. Before...i would never listen to this. Expanding your spirit is EVERYTHING. Doors just open left and right when you start doing whats right for the spirit. Its insane and the greatest journey i ever endured. 🤗❤💪
Such beautiful looking people in this music video. Every single one of them looks beautiful in their own way. I love living in such a beautifully diverse world! 💕😍
FINALLY! A music video that matches the vibe of the song. I liked the visions I got in my head, but this is even better. Just in time for summer too! Thanks for another song in the soundtrack of my life!
This just means you don't know how to socialize properly to get into relationships so you feel like a loner, but your need for relationships calls for you to interact with people.
@@ontemp ha, no, not exactly at least... more like, you're a loner *because* there haven't been truly decent/great people in your life, some who really understand you and are willing to support you through life and be mature about it (not like most people, who are too selfish and spoiled for that), so you feel very lonely even for a loner and even though you've been capable of enjoying your time alone just fine and usually prefer(red) to do so... but you can't continue like that (you feel like something is missing, as a social animal), you've just missed hanging out with friends and socializing with ppl who deserve your time and actually want to spend time with you (most are just focused on their little lives, stupid career, money, etc.). So, in other words, you are a loner by choice or circumstance (=lack of social skills or lovely people), or both, and/or you're complex enough to want to spend your time alone *and* with some people, because you're... human. p.s. I don't necessarily feel in a way similar to this, but I probably do. Also, I kind of confused myself writing this at a certain point, but hopefully it makes perfect sense and seems relatable at least to someone. If not, I'm confused but unique😏 p.p.s. being a "ppl's person" doesn't mean _any_ ppl's person, right? It just means you can be social (personally, sometimes I can, sometimes I'd rather not or flat out can't, depends on how confident I feel at a given moment/day).
@@hawkstrike18 Nobody gets along with everybody, but you'll get a long with somebody as long as you express who you are. You may think you're unique but you're human with the same needs as everybody else, so somebody is going to relate to you. If you can't find compatible people, it's because you're not expressing who you are to enough people. Express who you are to 20 people you might not find chemistry. Express who you are to 200 people, you're bound to find someone you have good chemistry with.
Baby, I know pain is as natural as the rain I just thought it didn't rain in California Baby, I know love isn't what I thought it was 'Cause I've never known a love like this before ya Baby, I know dreams tend to crumble at extremes I just thought our dream would last a little bit longer There's a time when every man draws a line down in the sand We're surviving, we're still living I was stronger You've been cheating on, cheating on me I've been cheating on, cheating on you You've been cheating on me But I've been cheating through this life And all its suffering Oh Christ, Am I good for nothing? Baby, I know hate is always waiting at the gate I just thought we locked the gate when we left in the morning I was told that war is how we landed on these shores I just thought the drums would all be loud warnings You've been cheating on, cheating on me I've been cheating on, cheating on you You've been cheating on me But I've been cheating through this life And all its suffering Oh Christ, am I good for for nothing? Baby, I know death probably hasn't happened yet 'Cause I don't remember living life before this And darling, our disease is the same one as the trees Unaware that they've been living in a forest You've been cheating on, cheating on me I've been cheating on, cheating on you You've been cheating on me But I've been cheating through this life And all its suffering Oh Christ, am I good for nothing? This life and all its suffering
The most intelligent lyrics for a pop song I’ve heard in years. You see, pop music doesn’t have to be empty and dumb. It can be profound and interesting like this song is. Fantastic tune!
Cheating through this life! Wow this song fills me with joy every time I listen to this song. I'm 17 and this song makes me feel like I can do great things. and I will hopefully I want to make a difference this is what I'm here for in this life
Being away from festivals and concerts, ive not up with music. At okachobbee festival these guys were possibly the best band. Luckily i happened to walk over right after g Jones to the right stage.
Music is the universal and timeless language! I'd love to hear your thoughts on this band seeing as you have years of experience listening :) ruclips.net/user/results?search_query=ready+meridian+lights
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I'm a 134 year old white man who lives in an abandoned lighthouse and for most of my life the only music I listened to were whale songs. Then I discovered Vampire Weekend. Music is universal
"I'm a loner, but I'm kind of a people person, too". Yeah, that really is good. Great song & video. The words are sad, but the music is uplifting. I'm 76, and I keep on playing this song over & over. I think this song appeals to all age groups.
Its a very good pop song, very few are made these days and this never became "a hit"
yeah you are right , I am 19 and i love this song
Congrats on doing something most 76 year olds are scared of, using the net
Age is just a number my friend, enjoy all the music you can
I’m 17 and I love this song
"Darlin' our disease is the same one as the trees, unaware that they've been livin' in a forest" is probably my favorite line off this album
Mine has to be “baby, I know death probably hasn’t happened yet, because I don’t remember living life before this”
What does that mean though?
"And I was told that war was how we landed on these shores, I just thought the drums of war beat louder warnings" hit me hard
@@aunthaumv3711 I think it means that we're all hurting, even the earth, but we are connected somewhat because of that
@@emmastjohn8298 i see. It could be. Shame that he wouldnt explain the real meaning behind any of the lyrics
There will never be a band as perfect that fills me with joy as much as vampire weekend. Hope to see Ezra and his buds play live soon.
Yes dude, 2 years brought up to date from me to you........how is your life?
@@dudusmcrudus I’m not the one you’re talking to, but my life is pretty amazing. I have an amazing family, great friends, and it’s summer break.
the time has come...tour presale is feb 21
That last scene is both incredibly sad and hopeful. What a beautiful video.
This is one thing with the Vampire Weekend and almost all of their albums; I don't understand 90% of their songs but it always makes my heart warm inside. Like my heart gets it. My ears, never.
Wow, this is spot on.
Reminds me of what ladies accuse me of.....but I’m mostly a loner.....(cheating to be alone, set to good notes)
This song is EVERYTHING. Speaks to the depth of our existence, with brilliant guitar riffs and melody. Literally everything.
2:00, 2:08 the few secs at these time stamps were used for the show UPLOAD from Amazon prime or Netflix.
How has it already been 3 years? So crazy! This song brings back so many good memories and feelings of pure joy.
@Samuel Powell Lol I hope this is self-promotion. Solid track. Thanks for the rec!
It’s amazing how such a seemingly depressing song can put a giant smile on my face.
I've just discovered this song and it makes me cry, it reminds me old 90's series credits, when I was a teenager...
This song seems like one of those super catchy indy songs that hipsters once loved but end up despising following its popularity.
Ezra cried POWER when he sang "Baby, i know pain is as natural as the rain" 😌✊
fairy tail reference?
Nina Simone methinks
Remembering hozier when I read this comment
This whole album has got to be one of the best records that I have heard in a while... Great stuff Vampire Weekend... This song takes me to my happy place, even though the lyrics are quite the contrary... ;)
I'm 73 and have been playing this song on my 6 String Cherry Red Guild or my 12 string with my computer and Spotify or You Tube. Love the lyrics and Ronson hooked me with the guitar riff a la Van Morrison's Brown Eyed Girl. Love the Passover shots, wine glasses, Seder and Yarmulkes ....and hope that COVID-19 finally passes over all of us like the 10 Passover plagues. Can I get an Omain (Amen)? MO
Amen brother,
Amen, good sir!
I'm 405 and no one reps the Vampire community like these guys...
We have to thank the vampire union for overtime and the weekend.
Going on three years later and this album is still regularly played. It's Shins level ear worm/pop perfection.
Yeah I get this album in my random giant 1000 song deep Spotify starred playlist at least once a week.
One feels the heart of the songwriter and singer. Brilliant ready made classic.
Danced like crazy to this song under the rain. This life isn't so bad after all.
Great,Now you made me wanna,god do I need someone to love.
I hate rain
Now that you are in 2020, is life still not so bad?😁
@@manuel0578 then dance in the sun or snow, whichever you prefer
at all
They even dug up Tommy James' Crimson & Clover tremolo affect on the vocals at the 4:20 mark. I'm dancing away to this great tune!
I think the tremolo is the highlight of this song. It's such a perfect use of the effect, I sometimes keep this song on repeat just to experience it again.
This is one of those songs that I didnt understand why it wasn't as big as it should have been.
I'm so happy i found this song and this band! It's exactly what i need at this point of my life.
one of the most underrated band.
Are they? They debuted at the number one spot on the US Billboard 200. They won Grammys for Best Alternative Music Album for two albums and they've released five albums with their latest debuting this year. Not to mention they're playing sold out concerts everywhere. I'd say they have a decent following.
You can see SOPHIE at 3:38. RIP SOPHIE
What happened?
:(
@@naulietje Sophie died due to an accident a month ago. She was an inspiration for electronic music lovers such as me...
It's really sad.
@@sushiriecks7430 aw :( RIP Sophie
So sad😢💔@@sushiriecks7430
I listened to this song while driving around the countryside with my grandparents and uncle in france in summer this year
IM GOING BACK ONCE COVID IS OVER WOOHOOO!!!!!!
seems so nice!!
@@patricialuize it wasss🤧
HAHA “once it’s over” best joke of the century sorry.
i did the same thing, immediately brings memories when I listen this song
Father of the Bride is a modern philosophical masterpiece. I can't think of an album in recent memory that has stirred such emotion in me.
saw their album on billboard 200, wasnt disappointed
Their 3rd straight number 1 album. Not bad for an indie band in a time where indie bands are dying out.
Now go back and listen to the other 3 albums... boom. New favorite band.
@@i_dont_know_who_i_am69 Nothing Indie about this rubbish. Just because it's not Rap doesn't make it Indie.
@@harryeichelberger4799 They suck. Get some taste.
@@clvrswine lol okay then
one of the most melodious and meaningful songs I ever heard
bumped into this only this afternoon on satellite radio. what a delightful surprise!
Pretty incredible acting out of Kyle Field. That last sequence is just amazing. This is the video that kicks summer off.
I saw them perform at Hangout Music Fest and they were unreal. What did we do to deserve this band??
Jesus, this might be my favorite Vampire Weekend song. I haven’t been able to stop listening to it.
This song deserve atleast 200 million views , come on guys 😍
I have a hard time expressing myself but the love of my life showed me this song and now im trying to get her back. Whenever I feel down ill come back to listen to this to motivate me.
Great song!! The lyrics got me all misty eyed. Absolutely LOVE Vampire weekend!! Their music is definitely one of the soundtracks to my life.
Great song!
I just started hearing this song on the local alt music radio station.
The guitar sounds a lot like Johnny Marr's piece in 'This charming man' by the Smiths.
True!!
Can’t get enough of this album
And the album sends love to you!!
Just awesome music.
That's what I call blessed music.
Simple but powerful at heart. 🌈✌️
You ever feel like something was meant for you to hear?
This life.
you nailed it
Agreed
Such comfortable music, you can hear anytime , everywhere, good style
We are all the same. Once we realize this fact... We can continue on as animals of love and compassion. This song makes me feel this way.
I'm 45. Been listening since first album. Such life affirming music!!! So fucking pretty!!!!!!!
Can't believe I only just twigged that Danielle Haim is in this! Love it.
I just love this song! I've had it on the playlist on our catering truck here in Los Angeles for 3 months and it just doesn't get old. Gotta be that twangy guitar and reverb!
For years, this song has always been so sunny to me... and now 4 years later, some of the lyrics just suddenly hit completely different, and the sadness and pain in there just bled through.... such a good song, such a good band.
this song is amazing - the only thing i dont understand is why the bass starts at 04:48 with the awesome Graceland sounding bass lick when the song already reached its end
If anyone is listening to this song in 2032, I might not be alive. But if you find your way to this comment, I would want to say, thanks for existing and thanks for living. I can't be more grateful to this life. And, I love you Pranamika.
🌍🙌🏻🧘♀️🦋🤍🙏🏻
Aw man. I am the guy with the beards twin for sure. I hate people but always end up around them...or is it that they always seem to be around me!?! Haha. The way they brought the video together with that guy speaking at the very end almost gave me chills!! Love music and videos that make my soul reach!! Im so glad i opened my eyes to true life. Before...i would never listen to this. Expanding your spirit is EVERYTHING. Doors just open left and right when you start doing whats right for the spirit. Its insane and the greatest journey i ever endured. 🤗❤💪
Such beautiful looking people in this music video. Every single one of them looks beautiful in their own way. I love living in such a beautifully diverse world! 💕😍
Probably one of the best tracks from FOTB. Love it
I’m so moved by this song. I had a random playlist whilst walking. It was on repeat for the rest of my walk. Brilliant!
Love that Paul Simon vibe. Summer's here all right.
Also, I love the criticism in those lyrics. :-)
YES, thats exactly the artistic I think of when I hear this song!
FINALLY! A music video that matches the vibe of the song. I liked the visions I got in my head, but this is even better. Just in time for summer too! Thanks for another song in the soundtrack of my life!
black and white doesn't match its' vibe at all
lord, its literally about cheating and a relationship falling apart. What matches the vibe of what 😂
Toujours aussi bon ce petit groupe que j'avais découvert dès leur premier morceau. Son très agréable et le chanteur est toujours juste
I listened to this song on repeat last year on a flight home from California. The flight was 12 hours
never thought I'd utter the phrase "you've been cheating on me" with such an upbeat attitude...
Amazing song! Brings me pure joy! Vampire Weekend has been killing it.
Always nice to see Ezra's beautiful face in a new video
The Cali vibes, the jam, the aesthetic = 100
"I'm sort of a loner but I'm sort of a people-person" damned, if I didn't feel that one.
Very moving, wasn't it?
This just means you don't know how to socialize properly to get into relationships so you feel like a loner, but your need for relationships calls for you to interact with people.
@@ontemp ha, no, not exactly at least... more like, you're a loner *because* there haven't been truly decent/great people in your life, some who really understand you and are willing to support you through life and be mature about it (not like most people, who are too selfish and spoiled for that), so you feel very lonely even for a loner and even though you've been capable of enjoying your time alone just fine and usually prefer(red) to do so... but you can't continue like that (you feel like something is missing, as a social animal), you've just missed hanging out with friends and socializing with ppl who deserve your time and actually want to spend time with you (most are just focused on their little lives, stupid career, money, etc.).
So, in other words, you are a loner by choice or circumstance (=lack of social skills or lovely people), or both, and/or you're complex enough to want to spend your time alone *and* with some people, because you're... human.
p.s. I don't necessarily feel in a way similar to this, but I probably do. Also, I kind of confused myself writing this at a certain point, but hopefully it makes perfect sense and seems relatable at least to someone. If not, I'm confused but unique😏
p.p.s. being a "ppl's person" doesn't mean _any_ ppl's person, right? It just means you can be social (personally, sometimes I can, sometimes I'd rather not or flat out can't, depends on how confident I feel at a given moment/day).
@@hawkstrike18 Nobody gets along with everybody, but you'll get a long with somebody as long as you express who you are. You may think you're unique but you're human with the same needs as everybody else, so somebody is going to relate to you. If you can't find compatible people, it's because you're not expressing who you are to enough people.
Express who you are to 20 people you might not find chemistry. Express who you are to 200 people, you're bound to find someone you have good chemistry with.
@@ontemp can't disagree with that! Being a loner doesn't exactly help you find the right ppl... Vicious cycles...
Working on that.
"Baby I know love isnt what I thought it was, coz ive never known love like this before you" lyrical genius ❤
Love you guys and my wife and I have followed you for years and we finally get to see you in October!
Such an amazing band! A truly unique and original sound. More music please🙏🏽
I love this song..GREAT lyrics!!!!
Manta-Ecuador, 06 de junio/2020, 13:59 p.m
Thank you Ezra for make me happy and them make me cry with this song
Every line of this song is gold. Found vampire weekend after watching tkb...its been an year and this song still hits the same, every time I listen it
Damn thse guys still got it! What a vibe
My ringtone ❤ Everytime somebody calls me, I feel happy 😍
@SamuelEMPowell131Are you lonely gimmicks’s alt account?
Dreams do come true! Been fantasizing about their collaboration since 2013
Baby, I know pain is as natural as the rain
I just thought it didn't rain in California
Baby, I know love isn't what I thought it was
'Cause I've never known a love like this before ya
Baby, I know dreams tend to crumble at extremes
I just thought our dream would last a little bit longer
There's a time when every man draws a line down in the sand
We're surviving, we're still living I was stronger
You've been cheating on, cheating on me
I've been cheating on, cheating on you
You've been cheating on me
But I've been cheating through this life
And all its suffering
Oh Christ,
Am I good for nothing?
Baby, I know hate is always waiting at the gate
I just thought we locked the gate when we left in the morning
I was told that war is how we landed on these shores
I just thought the drums would all be loud warnings
You've been cheating on, cheating on me
I've been cheating on, cheating on you
You've been cheating on me
But I've been cheating through this life
And all its suffering
Oh Christ, am I good for for nothing?
Baby, I know death probably hasn't happened yet
'Cause I don't remember living life before this
And darling, our disease is the same one as the trees
Unaware that they've been living in a forest
You've been cheating on, cheating on me
I've been cheating on, cheating on you
You've been cheating on me
But I've been cheating through this life
And all its suffering
Oh Christ, am I good for nothing?
This life and all its suffering
Thanks!
It's also given on d screen..💛
This music video has it's own subtitle lyrics
The most intelligent lyrics for a pop song I’ve heard in years. You see, pop music doesn’t have to be empty and dumb.
It can be profound and interesting like this song is.
Fantastic tune!
Gracias
Such a bold video for such a summery song
Cheating through this life!
Wow this song fills me with joy every time I listen to this song.
I'm 17 and this song makes me feel like I can do great things. and I will hopefully I want to make a difference this is what I'm here for in this life
I like the sound of the bass guitar, nice combination
This song spoke to me so deeply it instantly was welcomed to my top 20 favorite songs ever
Couldn’t this music fill me with more joy ???? I think not !!! Instant fan June 1 2019
Not what I expected from
this band, but it was a very
pleasant surprise. Here's
to new music in 2020!
I love that this music is still being made. 10/10 absolute class
These guys kick ass one of the best time band of all times. They are gonna go far.
I love Vampire Weekend! Love the new album!!! Super happy it exists
I am so feeling that bass line....!
Man do I love this song! Such sad lyrics in the happiest vibes...
Exactly, suits my soul.
The sound of summer and sunshine with a soothing feel of existence. Loving existence.
I went to one of their concerts it was amazing
How am I just finding this band?! They're amazing!!
Welcome to the club. Music's best kept secret. Wait to hear their other three albums. You won't be disappointed.
I hear Brown Eyed Girl vibes on this. Instant classic!
Being away from festivals and concerts, ive not up with music. At okachobbee festival these guys were possibly the best band. Luckily i happened to walk over right after g Jones to the right stage.
I am 109 and i love this.... i guess it appeals to all ages.
Music is the universal and timeless language! I'd love to hear your thoughts on this band seeing as you have years of experience listening :) ruclips.net/user/results?search_query=ready+meridian+lights
I am absolutely in love with this song. Its so versatile. Breakup or windows down, this song works lol
Summer time festival vibes. Love these guys so chill. 😍
Just heard this on the radio for the first time. Amazing flow.
thanks vw, im now forever spiritually connected to wade ! ily wade
Manta-Ecuador, 18:33 p.m, 06 de agosto/2019
Goddamn if that guitar riff don't give you some good Roy Orbison vibes
I get Paul Simon vibes from it, especially the bassline
I hear a nice Grateful Dead lick in here too
No the grateful dead touch of grey almost the same but thirty years later
I get Tony Orlando Carolina in my mind
Luv u Vampire Weekend!!! You’re my kind of vibes!!!!
Ive had this album on repeat and I can’t get enough of it
omg i love the passover scene
Man,i love this band so mutj
I think it's their best song so far. Super Video too...
"I've been cheating through this life" I sing while holding a beer working at home during quarantine.
Best comment here Jeff Ashenfelter. Should have a million likes! 🍻
Glass of wine 😉😂
I've been cheating through this life and all its suffering - I realize how lucky I've been compared to most...
@@kristinedavis8922 tbh
This isn't even meant to be a joke
I'd like to thank the Recording Academy for letting me discover this brilliant album