Five Nights at Freddy's by The Living Tombstone is a sonic masterpiece, blending haunting notes and evocative vocals. Its symphony of eerie elegance captures the essence of suspense and courage, weaving a captivating tale of fear and resilience. A work of unparalleled artistry, it enchants with its ethereal beauty, leaving an indelible mark on the soul
Exit Music (for a film) but Radiohead is one of the most beautiful and transcendent songs in radioheads whole catalogue. It’s acoustic shift to more electric guitar sections are absolutely beautiful. Also it doesn’t quite change it that much but the needle drop with song in Black Mirror is my favourite needle drop ever
Crumbling Together by Mid Air Thief is literally the most BEAUTIFUL song I’ve ever heard in my life. Stunningly airy fingerpicked guitars at the beginning and intimate whispered vocals with these little interjections of lush synth pads. Then all the sudden the song opens up into a chasm of soaring vocals, sparkling synths, and textures that are so dense it’s nearly impossible to tell what’s acoustic and what’s electronic. The song had so many sections, and each one is more beautiful than the last. I think it’s a perfect song
Sextape by Deftones is what I have in mind whenever I think about a beautiful song it has this aquatic sound like I'm in the ocean, it has this chilly/ eerie yet it has this subtlty where I feels like I can swim the air gracefully, Chino's voice just serenates the whole song like gorgeously, the whole band did it for me in the Diamond Eyes album
@@andrewallcaps 976-EVIL and Beauty School are great songs even Beauty School has that Cherry Blossom garden vibes, even 976-EVIL has a dark, heavy, yet so seductively sexy elements and hauntingly gorgeous like Riviere I had in mind also
Posing for Cars by Japanese Breakfast is absolutely stunning, from the first sensual pluck of the guitar to the way it seems to scream near the end of the song, it builds so well and ends in a cinematic peak
The Predatory Wasp of the Palisades Is Out to Get Us by Sufjan Stevens is just gorgeous. The entire song is the purest declaration of love to ever be put into an auditory experience.
Echoes by pink floyd has got to be the most beautiful song I've heard, it's like they tried to tell every human's life story in one song, the instrumental and the lyrics works together so well, plus the build up to the third verse is heavenly.
The Boxer by Simon and Garfunkel is a certified beautiful classic. Beautifully finger picked guitar plus the storytelling in the lyrics is on point. The lyrics use the idea of the boxer to convey the idea of feeling lost and small in the world, but being determined to keep fighting.
ever since SOPHIE passed, I cannot really listen to most of her songs without getting emotional. I legit just break down into tears if tracks like infatuation come on. Her production and sound palette has a whole new meaning now that she is no longer with us. It's like seeing into a future that never was.
Transatlanticism by Death Cab for Cutie is one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard. Very simple and striking. Makes me think of loved ones I’ve lost and wish I could see again. Ben Gibbard singing “I need you so much closer” and “come on, come on” makes me tear up every time I hear it.
Never enough by Kid rock is absolutely beautiful the way he talks about there not ever being enough money in the bank or gas in the tank or bullets in the clip or whiskey on your lips is a brilliant display of the effects on society of commercialism. As well as this, the instrumental is heavenly and the auto tune is very tastefully done to represent the symbolism of the song
Electricity by The Avalanches (from Since I Left You). the gorgeous opening with it's phenomenal, colorful explosion of samples, the vocals that maintain the sensation for the whole track, the overall beautiful choice of samples for bass and synths - every single thing about this track still blows me away every time I hear it. absolutely one of the best tracks that came from Plunderphonics phenomena
Damn, when he said "Yeah you got that yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy", I cried. Truly the lyrics and song of all time!
Komm, Susser Tod (Come, Sweet Death) by Arianne. It's genuinely one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard. Especially in the second half of the song when the choir comes in. The lyrics are perfect for the end of the world
Olson by boards of Canada is one of the most beautiful piece of music ever created imo. its short and simple but it gets me feeling so many emotions from melancholia to nostalgia, it makes me feel like a kid discovering how beautiful the world is again and it almost makes me cry everytime i listen to it. it just gives me that feeling that everything is gonna be ok.
Parabol/Parabola by Tool. The somber almost funeral-esque feeling of Parabol paired with the foreign instrumentation create this heavy atmosphere that’s immediately shattered by the intense and inspiring emotion of Parabola. The amazing instrumentation of Tool paired with the beautiful sentiment of the lyrics truly do make me feel grateful to be “alive and breathing”.
Skin By Bladee is an absolute amazing track, an ending to an emotionally heavy album and the song being filled with the outstanding production of white armor makes it a whole experience. A mix of perfectly paced synths and wonderful writing from bladee
I agree, but I would say White Meadow by Bladee / Ecco2k is his most beautiful song. It’s the embodiment of clear gray skies,with a feeling of joy, innocence, and nostalgia everytime I listen to it, and even more beautiful songwriting by Bladee. Crest was such a beautiful and impressive album altogether aswell
If I had to recommend one I'd have to recommend three - The Rip by Portishead: simply an amazing Folktronic song with progressive electronic influences. The synths evoke a reflective feeling which by the end of the song makes you feel like you've been healed after a long period of melancholy and bittersweetness - Orphan's Lament by Robbie Basho: an absolutely impeccable song from an impeccable album. His singing creates an image in my head of going to the fields of Wyoming and feeling the breeze as you reminisce your whole life and the future that may or may not await you, accepting what that destiny may be - A Summer Long Since Passed by Virginia Astley: nostalgia is the only word that can describe this song. It makes you feel like you're a child again, enjoying a summer's day in the park with those you love, a time of no worries, simply blissful and peaceful
going against your mind by built to spill is beautiful, The intensity of Doug Martsch's vocals and the way the band builds and releases tension throughout the song is perfect and the song's lyrics touch on philosophical concepts related to individuality, societal pressures that i can heavily relate to. Highly Recommend.
If I had to name the prettiest song for me, it would be Infant Eyes by Wayne Shorter. The feeling this song gives is just unbelievable. It sounds so sweet, tender and intimate in a way very few songs can match it. Wayne's saxophone is the main highlight of this piece, as it wails softly and expressively throughout the song, which doesn't mean that the other musicians participating in this incredibly beautiful experience are not worth mentioning in any way, since everybody is essential in building and bringing this embracive atmosphere. I can't put into words just how much I love this song.
things you already know by ween, a demo that unfortunately didn't make it onto quebec. i saw a comment that said it better than i ever could, " Starts with nothing but positivity, doubt in the middle, and a broken heart by the end. " also they made ocean man
Black Sabbath's ultra chill Planet Caravan sounds like if lucid dreams had a soundtrack. Lyrically though it's about traveling the universe with yo girl. Ozzy's psychedelic wavy vocals, Bill's quiet tribal conga's, Tony's climax inducing jazz riffage, and Geezer's sleepy bassline holding it together. There's a single piano chord that plays every measure in the last minute, like it's calling for the song to end. It fades out slowly, as if lulling you back into deep sleep...GrRoOvVy
Wholeheartedly agree. I'm honestly not someone who usually likes when an album is full of bangers and then gets super slow for one song, but Ozzy-era Black Sabbath are the masters of it. Except for Changes. That song is just way too cheesy
the fact that motion picture soundtrack isn't here is baffling to me. i know i commented abt weird fishes/arpeggi but tht was before i revisited kid a and also spent like an hour straight crying to that song. it's like so beautiful, every way the few instruments are arranged and the gorgeous strings during the second and final parts of the song. and the last line, "i will see you in the next life" just adds to the way the lyrics sound so hopeless and miserable yet also weirdly comforting? i'm bad with words but motion picture soundtrack should've been here 😭
Not gonna say the whole song bc it's a bit long, but the first 6:00 minute movement of 'Storm' by Godspeed you! Black Emperor is genuinely the best piece of music i've heard in my life. Such a perfect way to open the album. the horns, the driving drums, the gradually growing instrumentation, and the wailing guitars all come together to make such a profoundly moving masterpiece
Haldern by Black Country, New Road, the perfect portrayal of a life in false serenity. The definition of dependence issues - a beautiful pandemonium, arising, as a soul crushing loss hits Isaac Wood, the vocalist. It's hard to articulate how I feel about this song, but it's worth a listen for sure
3 here: If I Were - Vashti Bunyan: Oh my god. Words can't describe how hauntingly beautiful this woman's voice is. It feels like the song is being sung directly into your ears like you're a disney princess, but the lyrics are so melancholic. The yearning sound of the instrumental matches it perfectly. As a producer I have considered sampling it a multitude of times but it just feels sacred Oxygen - Willy mason: Probably my nomination for the best folk song of all time. The acoustic guitar is simple and does its job but the vocals really set it apart. The slow ascending melody accompanied by bleak and poignant social commentary about the working class in America fits in perfectly with the wider themes of the album and then reaches the euphoric chorus, where Willy pushes his vocal abilities to their limits, making something that comes off as deeply human and personal. Fucking incredible. La Vie En Rose - Louis Armstrong version: Do I even need to explain this? One of the most incredible and influential artists of the 20th century delivering a top notch performance on the trumpet followed by one of the most simple yet captivating verses I've ever heard. All this combined creates something that I would argue is probably one of the best love songs of all time. A flawless song by a brilliant artist.
Candy Says by The Velvet Underground is one of my all time favorites. Doug Yule's vocals will never fail to bring me to tears, and the song itself being about Candy Darling, one of the bravest women in film history, only eggs those tears on. The instrumentation may be simple, but the simplicity helps to make the incredibly written lyrics stand out even more.
So glad it got picked and its resonance remains with how trans people or anyone else who doesn't like their body (feel written in 1968!). R.I.P. Candy Darling.
Every time I listen to 'On Sight' by Kanye West, I'm struck by its unique beauty and calming vibes. There's a soothing quality to its layers, pulling you into its depth. Kanye's lyrical prowess is evident, delivering thought-provoking lines that make you reflect. I would say it's a beautiful song.
Every time I listen to 'Nah Nah Nah' by Kanye West, I'm struck by its unique beauty and calming vibes. There's a soothing quality to its layers, pulling you into its depth. Kanye's lyrical prowess is evident, delivering thought-provoking lines that make you reflect. I would say it's a beautiful song.
My Way by Frank Sinatra. The most trascendental song ever recorded, to me. The statement and position of retrospective is absolutely heartmelting and really gives you a life-saving spark of joy to keep going and, well, live. A pinacle in music history. Legendary.
I always loved Jeff Buckley’s “Lover, You Should’ve Come Over” I am overcome with the feeling of what I can only describe as a tender melancholy and I feel the bitter sadness of a love lost.
The live acoustic solo in studio from Tokyo version of Lover, You Should Have Come Over is astounding, much better than the album version, just as the album version of Hallelujah can't touch the version in the official video. It's Grace's biggest flaw, amazing album but Jeff live was magic.
and other suggestion, that I left on the other video (sorry for double-timing) 쇠사슬 ("Ahhhhh, These Chains!") by Mid-Air Thief. the whole album (it's from "Crumbling") is very fulfilling and pretty in it's own terms, but I think These Chains is the track that got me truly interested in the Folktronica genre. from start to end it just sends goosebumps down my spine with these warped and tiny-like instruments. the sound through-out the song is filled up with prettyness and the countless layers of various instruments are creating the sound that I personally haven't seen anywhere else in the genre. truly innovative and lovely.
The Princess and the Clock by Kero Kero Bonito is the first thing that comes to mind for me. It has an incredibly playful charm to it while also conveying a certain magical, almost ethereal feeling. Honestly, every track on their Civilisation compilation album is absolutely amazing and I'm very sad how underrated it is when compared to the rest of their discography.
"Day After Tomorrow" by Tom Waits is a ruggedly beautiful tune. This song is comforting and upbeat but tragic, and Tom Waits delivers the whole thing in this gentle, but tired and pleading tone. The acoustic guitar work is also beautiful and the sort of sparse arrangement of the overdubs lends itself well to the song. Its not Wait's most creative or impressive song, but its always managed to bring me to tears when i listen.
Anything by Adrianne Lenker is probably the best example of any big thief/adrianne lenker song being truly beautiful. The lyricism along with the hypnotic guitar playing paint the most amazing soundscape that sounds both nostalgic and dreamlike. gas
I've already found so many wonderful tracks from this series, PLEASE DO MORE! I've already recommended this track but I hope you get to listen to it! Magnolia by J.J. Cale, his ghostly, quiet vocals and subtle guitar work, it's unreal. Not to mention the universal lyrics of memory and lost love.
Ashes to ashes is AMAZING… it describes David bowie’s drug addiction with such emotion and vigour… it’s very ethereal. The wonky keyboard and drum sounds create such an interesting and dynamic beat and it paints quite an interesting picture of drug addiction. Also when time runs out - I know you are busy man, just skip to the solo at the end…. oMY GOODNESS it’s soooo good
Muse's Hoodoo is an incredibly emotional track. It's haunting vocals and acoustic guitar lines create such an atmosphere. I always get something different from it each time I listen.
St. Ides heaven by Elliott Smith. The raw emotion displayed in this song is amazing and the production is so dream and the songwriting & lyrics really bring you to where Elliott is emotionally and paint a picture. My favorite song of all time for sure.
"Wait" by M83 was always a personal journey for me. The slow build-up of the song with the bits of Anthony's ethereal vocals always gave me chills and that immersive feeling I was floating thru a space nebula at sonic speed, especially as the song progresses near the end with the epic synths, crashing drums, and everything else on the side that clearly wants to make you cry on the finish. Definitely a 10/10 imo👌
take me somewhere nice by mogwai is my favorite song and easily one of the most beautiful songs i’ve ever heard. from the guitar riff that evokes hypnotic melancholy to the subtle momentum throughout to the despondent lyrics, it’s a masterpiece that got me through some really tough times. also the community that surrounds this song in the youtube comments is really touching.
This is a song I don’t expect anyone to know, I don’t expect many to even know the artist, but Jewel of Sin by Tk from Ling Tosite Sigure is quite frankly one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever heard. TK’s music never fails to be beautiful in some way or another but this song is something else, with the simple keyboard over his beautiful vocals, the lyrics being purely heart wrenching, and the orchestrated instrumentals over it all are just the most beautiful combination. It should be a crime that the song was removed from American streaming
@@psych4003 yknow that’s true, which btw another amazing song. I honestly didn’t know wether Brads audience would be as familiar with Japanese music or not but thats really cool if they are :) and btw make sure to give the song a listen it is amazing
A lot of Mac Miller songs could be included into this category, but my pick would be Dunno. As the song starts off with a calming melody and sound and continues to progressively get better and more and more calming. I find this to be my number one choice when I need to be calmed down.
"The District Sleeps Alone Tonight" by The Postal Service is my pick for the next video in this series should it come out because to this day I still have not heard any album that can be analogous to Give Up, the way the opening track begins with a droning noise followed by dry, barebone snares and Ben Gibbard's clean vocals, presumably about his last relationship at the time and him coming to terms about what he did wrong without explicitly telling us exactly what it was, really sucks me right into the atmosphere of the track, which picks up its tone with various 'glitchy' sound effects and backing strings that encapsulate a feeling of being dropped and picking yourself back up, I simply cannot think of a song that has the kind of beauty this track does that isn't also from Give Up
imma have to say Hotel California by the Eagles. everything from the timeless instrumentals to the flawless vocals just works together to make this awe-inspiring classic that just fills you with this feeling of "wow this is something special" everytime you listen to it.
Sleep by Godspeed You! Black Emperor, specifically Monheim or Broken Windows Locks of Love Pt. 3. this is one of the most beautiful pieces of music ive ever heard. i have nothing else to say.
Adrianne Lenker's Ingydar- the lyrics, the tone of the song. It encumpases a spring sadness that you think you only know... it's a pretty pretty song from the instrumentation to the mellow vocals.
City of tears by Christopher Larkin. The whole soundtrack is stunning but this track is my favorite. The angelic vocals and the harp supporting it are amazing, and the violin taking the place of the vocal in the second half is genius. The track does a fantastic job of giving the feeling of exploring a vast, majestic city.
Birdland by The Afghan Whigs. This song is absolutely gorgeous, with it's orchestral arrangement popping in and out with an accompanying off-key falsetto that comes together in harmony for the chorus. It's a very powerful song about growing up, love, and loss. What's interesting about this song is how I found it; I was on the skytrain heading to a UV light treatment for my then horribly out-of-control psoriasis. There was a stranger seated near me and, for one reason or another, we began talking. I can't remember his name, but I remember his face and our conversation; we talked about music. I recommended him the band Red Vox and their new album "another light" as I had it on repeat for the prior month. He gave me this band "the afghan whigs". I checked out the opener to their "In Spades" record when I arrived home and was floored at it's beauty. It felt like a storybook of memories had jumped to life before my very eyes. Now about 4 years later I return to the song after my first breakup, and I am once again brought to tears at how beautiful it is. It captures my own feelings better than I ever could. Pretty good for a song who's lyrics were apparently made up on the first (and only) take.
Dissosiating by sewerslvt gotta be the most ethereal experience i've ever had listening to a song in my whole life the transitions, the emotions, man that album i'ts truly one of a kind
swinging in his cell by sewerslvt is probably the most intense musical experience I've ever had, not so much beautiful as their other songs but its filled with so much dread but also goes so hard
Here’s some of my picks Hyperballad: Björk I know the end: Phoebe Bridgers Concorde: Black Country New Road Do you realize?: The Flaming Lips What Sarah Said: Death Cab for Cutie It’s not up to you: Björk
I think Lullaby by The Cure has always been a very pretty song to me even if it sounds a little sinister in some parts this has always felt like a very inviting yet quiet song that helps me zone out and forget about everything else even if it's for a little while
Particles by Nothing But Thieves is such a beautiful song from their second album "Broken Machine". Everything about this song is just insane, especially the bridge and Conor Mason I genuinely think is one of the best singers of all time.
She Cries Your Name by Beth Orton. The soft, low vocals andctense strings have this tense energy, like a whispered, desperate conversation as a loved one experiences crisis. The layers build gently with this terse, desperate but exhausted energy. I love it so much.
Sachiko by Lamp, although I didn't particularly expect for them to appear on this list I think encapsulates the feeling of drifting off in your head, reminiscing of the past and the beauty of life itself. Could pick many songs from the band though, they definitely specialize in that beautiful dreamy vibe.
Make Believe by Kero Kero Bonito just helped me so much when I was going through dissociation as a result of weed. I can't really put into words the amount of peace and joy it gave me, really made me believe that things were going to be okay. :)
Scream of the butterfly, Acid Bath Commented this on the first one too, theres just something about it thats hauntingly beautiful. Dax Riggs' vocals are just gorgeous. It captures so many emotions in a slow metal melody. And its one of my favorite songs of all time. The lyrics would be obnoxiously edgy in any other song but in this it WORKS. And the poetic nature of them really shines.
I know its late, but "theme of laura" from akira yaoka's silent hill 2 soundtrack, its such a beautiful song that could be interpreted in so many ways, same as how the game is, hope you can hear it.
100 by Dean Blunt. The monotone, melancholic sad but also beautiful sounds of the instrumental really make it so wonderful to listen to. It’s like sitting in a cold dark room or sitting on your porch drinking a beer. Just amazing overall my top favorite.
Space Junk Galaxy from the original Super Mario Galaxy soundtrack is a perfect fit for this topic. The gentle piano instrumental is beautiful, and perfectly captures the feeling of floating through the stars, while also being completely isolated in the void of space, as you wonder what else could be out there in the universe.
Soria Moria by Mount Eerie. Theres a quiet devastation to the whole album that’s beautiful almost despite itself. The winding story on this track, the image of the lake and the painting, the moon callback, it all winds into itself in such an incredible way.
To late to get a mention, but mosquito song by queens of the stone age and epitaph by king crimson are both beautiful in so different ways but both evoke the same feelings within me, haunting and desperate, fragile but triumphant
Baby’s Breath by loveliescrushing is one of the most ethereal songs to exist in my opinion. The amazing atmospheric tone and shoegaze style combined with eerie yet fitting singing is truly beautiful.
Kiss Another Day Goodbye is one of the most beautifully haunting tracks I've heard. The track is a melancholy, calm song about wasting time when lost in yourself.
I think Like A Tattoo and Pearls by Sade deserve a mention, both very melancholic but beautiful songs, talking about Sade, i think Love Deluxe, the album that these 2 songs come from, would be an incredible listen Brad, probably one of the smoothest records from the 90's
giles corey - blackest bile. the low register humming and the acoustic guitar chords instantly knock you into a trance…aside from the brutal message the album at hand holds.
"The Herald" by Comus (First Utterance - 1971) is one of the strangest and most beautiful things I've ever heard, it gives me goosebumps but makes me want to cry at the same time. Besides, it has one of the best guitar, violin and flute solo sequences I've ever heard in the genre. Please give it a chance.
Theme from Harry's Game by Clannad Written as the theme music for a British TV thriller about the "troubles" in Northern Ireland, as we so under-statedly call them. A surprise hit single, hitting the top five of the UK singles chart - the first (only?) song with Gaelic lyrics to do so. That's the trivia. Now the music. Except there isn't much music, it is minimalistic, with choral backing vocals, and sung in a language I don't understand, but by a women with a gorgeous voice. It's very haunting, and simply gorgeous.
33 by Elliot Greer is an incredibly beautiful song that is raw, and almost solely his voice, and guitar (with some light piano in the background I believe). I never have been a country fan, but this song hit different for me and I fell in love.
God only knows is such an amazing song by The Beach Boys, the vocals in the song just make your soul leave your body and ascend into outer space, everything about this song is perfect
Intro by The XX is one of the most beautiful atmospheric songs to grace the earth. Makes me feel overwhelmed every time and is kind of beautifully upsetting yet triumphant as well. Ironically feels like the end of something whilst being called Intro. The end of a chapter is always bittersweet and that’s what this reminds me of.
Want to give a shoutout to Outro by M83 as well, also does the same thing, but is called Outro and it ducking knows it. Also beautiful. Intro and Outro are simultaneously amazing.
With you by lomelda, Reading in bed by Emily Hanes and the soft skeleton, and medicine bottle by red house painters are 3 of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard
Magic by Effin is absolutely my favorite garage song of all time and it's a beautiful experience all throughout. The piano melody is simple yet it captures so much emotion and the vocal sample adds so much to the song. the clock ticking and garage percussion are used absolutely perfectly to slow the song down in the bridge between the drops and the drops themselves just... work. 10/10 song for me
Don’t Panic by Coldplay, specifically the version on The Blue Room EP, is one of the most beautiful songs i’ve ever heard, and one of my favorites of all time. idk why i love the original version more than the album version but something about it just makes me ascend every time i hear it
Ropes by Scott james is a most listen in my opinion. The whole song feels like youre being put through a journey. The ups and downs of emotions are so perfectly executed. The smooth guitar at the begining, soon turning into a hard deep cutting instrumental. The use of so many diffrent instruments culminates into absoute perfection. Not to forget Scotts voice on this track just glides ever so elegantly over top the ansamble. This track is by far one of the most beutiful peices ive listend to. Well worth the listen.
I am actually suprised you reacted to "Beatiful" but i'm super happy you did even tho you didn't like it as much as me and ya I can see why - this song is a lot more nishe and you need to know context behind it (which you did) to really appreciate it. It also seem that the main reason why you didn't like the song (it sluginesh) is the reason why I love it, because it really highlights the slug and dread it can feel sometimes to quit a long time addiction (I also love the song for other reasons like the beat, hook, etc.). But again i'm just happy you reacted to it and it was interesting to see diffrent perspective on this song that I really love -✌️. (Also sorry if this comment seems all over the place - i'm not great at explaining myself 😅)
Africa by D'Angelo is literally the most beautiful song ever, the song topic on top of the sound palette/production is so comforting and pretty. The closer from a goated album too.
Lovers Spit by Broken Social Scene is such an amazing track and is a stand out on an album filled with so many great songs. The strings and horns and keys throughout the entire track build this wall of noise that’s almost unintelligible, but give it such an ethereal sound. Not to mention the amazing mix and beautiful guitar and drum sound. Overall, an amazing piece and if you haven’t checked out that album either, you definitely should!!
From The Morning By Nick Drake. This is his final song on his final album before he died, it's very deep and profound while maintaining a simple yet intricately beautiful soundscape. One might think that Nick Drake's last song would be a desolating one based on his mental state before he died but making a song about the beauty of living is just beautiful and inspiring.
Love that song and think it would make a great choice for Best Album Closers. Nick Drake was inspired by the critical reception of "Pink Moon" and wanted to record a fourth album; that's even more heartbreaking that a magazine editorial made him want to revive his music career and a car commercial reintroduced him to his albums selling for the first time. R.I.P. Nick, you will be forever remembered.
Stay by Alkaline Trio. a song about addiction, loss, and learning to forgive it has everything and the way the song is sang makes you feel for whoever the protagonist is / the singer. easy to put yourself in their shoes.
Put Your Records on by Ritt Momney is a perfect cover in my opinion and also a beautiful little song that makes me just feel at peace for a couple minutes.
Banshee Beat by Animal Collective. A song which starts so quiet and small which gradually grows into a larger but still really delicate song which is very hypnotic and acts as a centerpiece to the album "Feels".
QKThr aphex twin. enough said, the sound of the individual organs being pressed feels so intimate and close, as if your watching someone play in a wide open church, the song itself is just intoxicatingly melancholic but also so very simple. pretty beautiful stuff
Phantom Pt ll by Justice gotta be the most beautiful song i´ve ever heard. It's like a victory jump made into a song. The sharp and strong saw wave at the beggining, the string melody, the beat, all together feels victorious, powerful, magical, and idk, other positive traits. a masterpiece without a doubt.
Slowdive disrespect will not be tolerated
that's his worst take so far
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Five Nights at Freddy's by The Living Tombstone is a sonic masterpiece, blending haunting notes and evocative vocals. Its symphony of eerie elegance captures the essence of suspense and courage, weaving a captivating tale of fear and resilience. A work of unparalleled artistry, it enchants with its ethereal beauty, leaving an indelible mark on the soul
I too am 13 years old
@@Primus-kz3ri i too, can't take a joke
@@monclercoatwhenitzcold Dude. He's responding to the joke with a joke.
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I mean cringe fandom aside
It's not a bad song. Just kinda corny because of what it's about
ok but genuinely its been so long and discord r crazy bangers
Speaking of bjork, pagan poetry is one of the most intimate and ethereally beautiful songs I've ever heard
The entirety of Vespertine pretty much delivers on that. Such a gorgeous album
@@R-H-B absolutely my man
YES
Exit Music (for a film) but Radiohead is one of the most beautiful and transcendent songs in radioheads whole catalogue. It’s acoustic shift to more electric guitar sections are absolutely beautiful. Also it doesn’t quite change it that much but the needle drop with song in Black Mirror is my favourite needle drop ever
Motion Picture Soundtrack is up there too especially after that Westworld scene
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My favorite song
I particularly think that Spectre is a beautiful piece of art.
Crumbling Together by Mid Air Thief is literally the most BEAUTIFUL song I’ve ever heard in my life. Stunningly airy fingerpicked guitars at the beginning and intimate whispered vocals with these little interjections of lush synth pads. Then all the sudden the song opens up into a chasm of soaring vocals, sparkling synths, and textures that are so dense it’s nearly impossible to tell what’s acoustic and what’s electronic. The song had so many sections, and each one is more beautiful than the last. I think it’s a perfect song
SOMEONE ELSE WHO LOVES THIS SONG YES!! its so stunning it honestly left me speechless the first time i listened to it
REAL!!!!
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Me but with dirt instead
@@drewdrinks3930 dirt is super underrated for sure
ain’t no way he trashed on souvlaki
one of my favorite albums of all time. hyped for the new release
@@ChristopherGun Same! My favourite is definitely self-titled though. but they don’t have a single bad album
sad to say but i agree with brad
never really liked souvlaki idk why but it makes me sad
@@theofficialthehomedepottmy9160 well it has a very melancholic sound
knowing brad i hope it was a joke
Sextape by Deftones is what I have in mind whenever I think about a beautiful song it has this aquatic sound like I'm in the ocean, it has this chilly/ eerie yet it has this subtlty where I feels like I can swim the air gracefully, Chino's voice just serenates the whole song like gorgeously, the whole band did it for me in the Diamond Eyes album
Fantastic analogy, Sextape is incredible. 976-EVIL and Beauty School are also really good tracks off of that
@@andrewallcaps 976-EVIL and Beauty School are great songs even Beauty School has that Cherry Blossom garden vibes, even 976-EVIL has a dark, heavy, yet so seductively sexy elements and hauntingly gorgeous like Riviere I had in mind also
So true
Posing for Cars by Japanese Breakfast is absolutely stunning, from the first sensual pluck of the guitar to the way it seems to scream near the end of the song, it builds so well and ends in a cinematic peak
Thinks for hipping me to this!
fucking love that song so much. michelle zonner is such a talent.
The Predatory Wasp of the Palisades Is Out to Get Us by Sufjan Stevens is just gorgeous. The entire song is the purest declaration of love to ever be put into an auditory experience.
Echoes by pink floyd has got to be the most beautiful song I've heard, it's like they tried to tell every human's life story in one song, the instrumental and the lyrics works together so well, plus the build up to the third verse is heavenly.
The song A Pillow of Winds from the same album is also very beautiful and one of their more underrated pieces
Fearless is also beautiful. Meddle is probably their most relaxing album (besides One Of These Days of course)
Every time the echoes lyrics come in I ascend
18 minute mark is crazy meddle so underrated
The live at Pompeii version is amazing.
The Boxer by Simon and Garfunkel is a certified beautiful classic. Beautifully finger picked guitar plus the storytelling in the lyrics is on point. The lyrics use the idea of the boxer to convey the idea of feeling lost and small in the world, but being determined to keep fighting.
ever since SOPHIE passed, I cannot really listen to most of her songs without getting emotional. I legit just break down into tears if tracks like infatuation come on. Her production and sound palette has a whole new meaning now that she is no longer with us. It's like seeing into a future that never was.
i'm fuckin sad now
RIP sophie
♡♡
:( immaterial girl too, that song makes me want to cry the most even tho its like the happiest sounding on the album
It's Okay To Cry is just on my banned song list because I know I'll get worked up about her. Rip SOPHIE.
Transatlanticism by Death Cab for Cutie is one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard. Very simple and striking. Makes me think of loved ones I’ve lost and wish I could see again. Ben Gibbard singing “I need you so much closer” and “come on, come on” makes me tear up every time I hear it.
Omg me too, song hits hard
This is the most beautiful song
Never enough by Kid rock is absolutely beautiful the way he talks about there not ever being enough money in the bank or gas in the tank or bullets in the clip or whiskey on your lips is a brilliant display of the effects on society of commercialism. As well as this, the instrumental is heavenly and the auto tune is very tastefully done to represent the symbolism of the song
@@gurnwallace yep it’s a troll
Litmas by jake paul solos
Brad, putting Lil dicky's "Earth" as your suggestion for a gorgeous song isn't a funny joke.
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Electricity by The Avalanches (from Since I Left You). the gorgeous opening with it's phenomenal, colorful explosion of samples, the vocals that maintain the sensation for the whole track, the overall beautiful choice of samples for bass and synths - every single thing about this track still blows me away every time I hear it. absolutely one of the best tracks that came from Plunderphonics phenomena
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Could also mention Since I Left You
what about if i was a folkstar?
Hello, Bottomless Pit fan.
So many songs and yet I can’t believe that Yummy by Justin Bieber didn’t make the cut 💔
Damn, when he said "Yeah you got that yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy", I cried. Truly the lyrics and song of all time!
What a touching song to make for your wife. I’m sure any partner would cry tears of joy upon finding out their partner made them that song.
Komm, Susser Tod (Come, Sweet Death) by Arianne. It's genuinely one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard. Especially in the second half of the song when the choir comes in. The lyrics are perfect for the end of the world
My favorite mental breakdown song!
For real
Olson by boards of Canada is one of the most beautiful piece of music ever created imo. its short and simple but it gets me feeling so many emotions from melancholia to nostalgia, it makes me feel like a kid discovering how beautiful the world is again and it almost makes me cry everytime i listen to it. it just gives me that feeling that everything is gonna be ok.
Boc's entire discography just has some kind of vibe I can't explain. It's as if aliens tried to replicate human music, especially geogaddi.
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I’m amazed ichiko aoba is here, her album windswept adan is so underrated one of the most prettiest album, i wish more people would check her out
Parabol/Parabola by Tool. The somber almost funeral-esque feeling of Parabol paired with the foreign instrumentation create this heavy atmosphere that’s immediately shattered by the intense and inspiring emotion of Parabola. The amazing instrumentation of Tool paired with the beautiful sentiment of the lyrics truly do make me feel grateful to be “alive and breathing”.
Skin By Bladee is an absolute amazing track, an ending to an emotionally heavy album and the song being filled with the outstanding production of white armor makes it a whole experience. A mix of perfectly paced synths and wonderful writing from bladee
I agree, but I would say White Meadow by Bladee / Ecco2k is his most beautiful song. It’s the embodiment of clear gray skies,with a feeling of joy, innocence, and nostalgia everytime I listen to it, and even more beautiful songwriting by Bladee. Crest was such a beautiful and impressive album altogether aswell
@@aaronvtran I Agree! Crest Is one of my favorite projects by Bladee, such a beautiful atmosphere and songwriting
@@aaronvtran crest was an incredible album, the last part of 5 star crest is is the most beautiful part of that album imo that song is a rollercoaster
if u listen to blade or ecco2k then ur just a closeted homo
If I had to recommend one I'd have to recommend three
- The Rip by Portishead: simply an amazing Folktronic song with progressive electronic influences. The synths evoke a reflective feeling which by the end of the song makes you feel like you've been healed after a long period of melancholy and bittersweetness
- Orphan's Lament by Robbie Basho: an absolutely impeccable song from an impeccable album. His singing creates an image in my head of going to the fields of Wyoming and feeling the breeze as you reminisce your whole life and the future that may or may not await you, accepting what that destiny may be
- A Summer Long Since Passed by Virginia Astley: nostalgia is the only word that can describe this song. It makes you feel like you're a child again, enjoying a summer's day in the park with those you love, a time of no worries, simply blissful and peaceful
going against your mind by built to spill is beautiful, The intensity of Doug Martsch's vocals and the way the band builds and releases tension throughout the song is perfect and the song's lyrics touch on philosophical concepts related to individuality, societal pressures that i can heavily relate to. Highly Recommend.
there's a certain note in that song, during one of the breakdowns where the guitar just swells and goes beyond all catharsis. shit's crazy.
If I had to name the prettiest song for me, it would be Infant Eyes by Wayne Shorter. The feeling this song gives is just unbelievable. It sounds so sweet, tender and intimate in a way very few songs can match it. Wayne's saxophone is the main highlight of this piece, as it wails softly and expressively throughout the song, which doesn't mean that the other musicians participating in this incredibly beautiful experience are not worth mentioning in any way, since everybody is essential in building and bringing this embracive atmosphere. I can't put into words just how much I love this song.
when the sun hits is absolutely gorgeous
things you already know by ween, a demo that unfortunately didn't make it onto quebec. i saw a comment that said it better than i ever could, " Starts with nothing but positivity, doubt in the middle, and a broken heart by the end. " also they made ocean man
Black Sabbath's ultra chill Planet Caravan sounds like if lucid dreams had a soundtrack. Lyrically though it's about traveling the universe with yo girl. Ozzy's psychedelic wavy vocals, Bill's quiet tribal conga's, Tony's climax inducing jazz riffage, and Geezer's sleepy bassline holding it together. There's a single piano chord that plays every measure in the last minute, like it's calling for the song to end. It fades out slowly, as if lulling you back into deep sleep...GrRoOvVy
Wholeheartedly agree. I'm honestly not someone who usually likes when an album is full of bangers and then gets super slow for one song, but Ozzy-era Black Sabbath are the masters of it. Except for Changes. That song is just way too cheesy
the fact that motion picture soundtrack isn't here is baffling to me. i know i commented abt weird fishes/arpeggi but tht was before i revisited kid a and also spent like an hour straight crying to that song. it's like so beautiful, every way the few instruments are arranged and the gorgeous strings during the second and final parts of the song. and the last line, "i will see you in the next life" just adds to the way the lyrics sound so hopeless and miserable yet also weirdly comforting? i'm bad with words but motion picture soundtrack should've been here 😭
Not wrong, but this is a certified Radiohead fan moment.
those are some absolutely npc picks lmao why is radiohead supposed to occupy 80% of the list
Which motion picture soundtrack bruh, Cars???
@@nfdhje38743m idk they have a lot of gorgeous songs man
@@NRobbi42 i mean.. yeah 😭
Not gonna say the whole song bc it's a bit long, but the first 6:00 minute movement of 'Storm' by Godspeed you! Black Emperor is genuinely the best piece of music i've heard in my life. Such a perfect way to open the album. the horns, the driving drums, the gradually growing instrumentation, and the wailing guitars all come together to make such a profoundly moving masterpiece
Haldern by Black Country, New Road, the perfect portrayal of a life in false serenity. The definition of dependence issues - a beautiful pandemonium, arising, as a soul crushing loss hits Isaac Wood, the vocalist. It's hard to articulate how I feel about this song, but it's worth a listen for sure
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If I Were - Vashti Bunyan: Oh my god. Words can't describe how hauntingly beautiful this woman's voice is. It feels like the song is being sung directly into your ears like you're a disney princess, but the lyrics are so melancholic. The yearning sound of the instrumental matches it perfectly. As a producer I have considered sampling it a multitude of times but it just feels sacred
Oxygen - Willy mason: Probably my nomination for the best folk song of all time. The acoustic guitar is simple and does its job but the vocals really set it apart. The slow ascending melody accompanied by bleak and poignant social commentary about the working class in America fits in perfectly with the wider themes of the album and then reaches the euphoric chorus, where Willy pushes his vocal abilities to their limits, making something that comes off as deeply human and personal. Fucking incredible.
La Vie En Rose - Louis Armstrong version: Do I even need to explain this? One of the most incredible and influential artists of the 20th century delivering a top notch performance on the trumpet followed by one of the most simple yet captivating verses I've ever heard. All this combined creates something that I would argue is probably one of the best love songs of all time. A flawless song by a brilliant artist.
Candy Says by The Velvet Underground is one of my all time favorites. Doug Yule's vocals will never fail to bring me to tears, and the song itself being about Candy Darling, one of the bravest women in film history, only eggs those tears on. The instrumentation may be simple, but the simplicity helps to make the incredibly written lyrics stand out even more.
Yes! Stephanie Says too
So glad it got picked and its resonance remains with how trans people or anyone else who doesn't like their body (feel written in 1968!). R.I.P. Candy Darling.
Every time I listen to 'On Sight' by Kanye West, I'm struck by its unique beauty and calming vibes. There's a soothing quality to its layers, pulling you into its depth. Kanye's lyrical prowess is evident, delivering thought-provoking lines that make you reflect. I would say it's a beautiful song.
Every time I listen to 'Nah Nah Nah' by Kanye West, I'm struck by its unique beauty and calming vibes. There's a soothing quality to its layers, pulling you into its depth. Kanye's lyrical prowess is evident, delivering thought-provoking lines that make you reflect. I would say it's a beautiful song.
HAHAHAHA WHAT?? ON SIGHT?? I love that song but beautiful is a very interesting word for it
My Way by Frank Sinatra. The most trascendental song ever recorded, to me. The statement and position of retrospective is absolutely heartmelting and really gives you a life-saving spark of joy to keep going and, well, live. A pinacle in music history. Legendary.
Pagan Poetry by Björk would be my pick. Every time I listen to it I get filled with so much emotion I start tearing up
I always loved Jeff Buckley’s “Lover, You Should’ve Come Over” I am overcome with the feeling of what I can only describe as a tender melancholy and I feel the bitter sadness of a love lost.
Or like someone in the live chat mentioned “Pictures of You” by the Cure
The live acoustic solo in studio from Tokyo version of Lover, You Should Have Come Over is astounding, much better than the album version, just as the album version of Hallelujah can't touch the version in the official video.
It's Grace's biggest flaw, amazing album but Jeff live was magic.
YES! This needs to be in the third edition.
Corpus Christi Carol DEVESTATES me.
and other suggestion, that I left on the other video (sorry for double-timing)
쇠사슬 ("Ahhhhh, These Chains!") by Mid-Air Thief.
the whole album (it's from "Crumbling") is very fulfilling and pretty in it's own terms, but I think These Chains is the track that got me truly interested in the Folktronica genre. from start to end it just sends goosebumps down my spine with these warped and tiny-like instruments. the sound through-out the song is filled up with prettyness and the countless layers of various instruments are creating the sound that I personally haven't seen anywhere else in the genre. truly innovative and lovely.
Agree 100%
Finally some good fucking food. Mid-air thief is so beautiful and I’m glad ppl are finding them❤
The Princess and the Clock by Kero Kero Bonito is the first thing that comes to mind for me. It has an incredibly playful charm to it while also conveying a certain magical, almost ethereal feeling.
Honestly, every track on their Civilisation compilation album is absolutely amazing and I'm very sad how underrated it is when compared to the rest of their discography.
I love that track so much, great pick!
great pick - great EP too!!
"Day After Tomorrow" by Tom Waits is a ruggedly beautiful tune. This song is comforting and upbeat but tragic, and Tom Waits delivers the whole thing in this gentle, but tired and pleading tone. The acoustic guitar work is also beautiful and the sort of sparse arrangement of the overdubs lends itself well to the song. Its not Wait's most creative or impressive song, but its always managed to bring me to tears when i listen.
Don’t Fear the Reaper being featured was so sick, it always gets me.
Anything by Adrianne Lenker is probably the best example of any big thief/adrianne lenker song being truly beautiful. The lyricism along with the hypnotic guitar playing paint the most amazing soundscape that sounds both nostalgic and dreamlike. gas
absolutely agree
I've already found so many wonderful tracks from this series, PLEASE DO MORE!
I've already recommended this track but I hope you get to listen to it!
Magnolia by J.J. Cale, his ghostly, quiet vocals and subtle guitar work, it's unreal. Not to mention the universal lyrics of memory and lost love.
Ashes to ashes is AMAZING… it describes David bowie’s drug addiction with such emotion and vigour… it’s very ethereal. The wonky keyboard and drum sounds create such an interesting and dynamic beat and it paints quite an interesting picture of drug addiction. Also when time runs out - I know you are busy man, just skip to the solo at the end…. oMY GOODNESS it’s soooo good
Muse's Hoodoo is an incredibly emotional track. It's haunting vocals and acoustic guitar lines create such an atmosphere. I always get something different from it each time I listen.
St. Ides heaven by Elliott Smith. The raw emotion displayed in this song is amazing and the production is so dream and the songwriting & lyrics really bring you to where Elliott is emotionally and paint a picture. My favorite song of all time for sure.
Hell, we could have a list of JUST Elliott Smith songs!
"Wait" by M83 was always a personal journey for me. The slow build-up of the song with the bits of Anthony's ethereal vocals always gave me chills and that immersive feeling I was floating thru a space nebula at sonic speed, especially as the song progresses near the end with the epic synths, crashing drums, and everything else on the side that clearly wants to make you cry on the finish. Definitely a 10/10 imo👌
take me somewhere nice by mogwai is my favorite song and easily one of the most beautiful songs i’ve ever heard. from the guitar riff that evokes hypnotic melancholy to the subtle momentum throughout to the despondent lyrics, it’s a masterpiece that got me through some really tough times. also the community that surrounds this song in the youtube comments is really touching.
true. so good on the ears
This is a song I don’t expect anyone to know, I don’t expect many to even know the artist, but Jewel of Sin by Tk from Ling Tosite Sigure is quite frankly one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever heard.
TK’s music never fails to be beautiful in some way or another but this song is something else, with the simple keyboard over his beautiful vocals, the lyrics being purely heart wrenching, and the orchestrated instrumentals over it all are just the most beautiful combination. It should be a crime that the song was removed from American streaming
Don't know the song, but I definetely know TK and Ling Tosite Sigure. A lot of people probably do know him thanks to the song Unravel.
@@psych4003 yknow that’s true, which btw another amazing song. I honestly didn’t know wether Brads audience would be as familiar with Japanese music or not but thats really cool if they are :) and btw make sure to give the song a listen it is amazing
@@itsthekyle8841 I'll check it out :)
Great track! I love the Secret sensation ep, and a lot of his and the bands early work, love how bombastic and pretty it is
My man’s got to make a Japanese or non English react video
A lot of Mac Miller songs could be included into this category, but my pick would be Dunno. As the song starts off with a calming melody and sound and continues to progressively get better and more and more calming. I find this to be my number one choice when I need to be calmed down.
"The District Sleeps Alone Tonight" by The Postal Service is my pick for the next video in this series should it come out because to this day I still have not heard any album that can be analogous to Give Up, the way the opening track begins with a droning noise followed by dry, barebone snares and Ben Gibbard's clean vocals, presumably about his last relationship at the time and him coming to terms about what he did wrong without explicitly telling us exactly what it was, really sucks me right into the atmosphere of the track, which picks up its tone with various 'glitchy' sound effects and backing strings that encapsulate a feeling of being dropped and picking yourself back up, I simply cannot think of a song that has the kind of beauty this track does that isn't also from Give Up
imma have to say Hotel California by the Eagles. everything from the timeless instrumentals to the flawless vocals just works together to make this awe-inspiring classic that just fills you with this feeling of "wow this is something special" everytime you listen to it.
I hate this song deeply
@@leftisbest7173 i hate the eagles man
Sleep by Godspeed You! Black Emperor, specifically Monheim or Broken Windows Locks of Love Pt. 3.
this is one of the most beautiful pieces of music ive ever heard. i have nothing else to say.
her and kiss in october by sadness are 2 of the most beautiful pieces of media ive come across its so good
Adrianne Lenker's Ingydar- the lyrics, the tone of the song. It encumpases a spring sadness that you think you only know... it's a pretty pretty song from the instrumentation to the mellow vocals.
City of tears by Christopher Larkin. The whole soundtrack is stunning but this track is my favorite. The angelic vocals and the harp supporting it are amazing, and the violin taking the place of the vocal in the second half is genius. The track does a fantastic job of giving the feeling of exploring a vast, majestic city.
Birdland by The Afghan Whigs. This song is absolutely gorgeous, with it's orchestral arrangement popping in and out with an accompanying off-key falsetto that comes together in harmony for the chorus. It's a very powerful song about growing up, love, and loss. What's interesting about this song is how I found it; I was on the skytrain heading to a UV light treatment for my then horribly out-of-control psoriasis. There was a stranger seated near me and, for one reason or another, we began talking. I can't remember his name, but I remember his face and our conversation; we talked about music. I recommended him the band Red Vox and their new album "another light" as I had it on repeat for the prior month. He gave me this band "the afghan whigs". I checked out the opener to their "In Spades" record when I arrived home and was floored at it's beauty. It felt like a storybook of memories had jumped to life before my very eyes. Now about 4 years later I return to the song after my first breakup, and I am once again brought to tears at how beautiful it is. It captures my own feelings better than I ever could. Pretty good for a song who's lyrics were apparently made up on the first (and only) take.
Dissosiating by sewerslvt gotta be the most ethereal experience i've ever had listening to a song in my whole life the transitions, the emotions, man that album i'ts truly one of a kind
swinging in his cell by sewerslvt is probably the most intense musical experience I've ever had, not so much beautiful as their other songs but its filled with so much dread but also goes so hard
Too bad sewersvlt is a terrible person.
@@anonymous01201and hes delusional
Here’s some of my picks
Hyperballad: Björk
I know the end: Phoebe Bridgers
Concorde: Black Country New Road
Do you realize?: The Flaming Lips
What Sarah Said: Death Cab for Cutie
It’s not up to you: Björk
I think Lullaby by The Cure has always been a very pretty song to me even if it sounds a little sinister in some parts this has always felt like a very inviting yet quiet song that helps me zone out and forget about everything else even if it's for a little while
Literally everything on disintegration is really pretty
A good choice but Plain Song will always be the standout track from a "pretty" perspective.
Particles by Nothing But Thieves is such a beautiful song from their second album "Broken Machine". Everything about this song is just insane, especially the bridge and Conor Mason I genuinely think is one of the best singers of all time.
Very true, nothing but thieves are the best
The piano version of Particles might be the only song that actually gave me goosebumps. I’m seeing them live soon, and am praying they sing that.
my fav band ever! i think real love song also deserves a mention.
She Cries Your Name by Beth Orton. The soft, low vocals andctense strings have this tense energy, like a whispered, desperate conversation as a loved one experiences crisis. The layers build gently with this terse, desperate but exhausted energy.
I love it so much.
No one ever mentions this song! Agree 100 percent.
Many songs from Beth Orton would make this list.
Sachiko by Lamp, although I didn't particularly expect for them to appear on this list I think encapsulates the feeling of drifting off in your head, reminiscing of the past and the beauty of life itself. Could pick many songs from the band though, they definitely specialize in that beautiful dreamy vibe.
Make Believe by Kero Kero Bonito just helped me so much when I was going through dissociation as a result of weed. I can't really put into words the amount of peace and joy it gave me, really made me believe that things were going to be okay. :)
Scream of the butterfly, Acid Bath
Commented this on the first one too, theres just something about it thats hauntingly beautiful. Dax Riggs' vocals are just gorgeous. It captures so many emotions in a slow metal melody. And its one of my favorite songs of all time. The lyrics would be obnoxiously edgy in any other song but in this it WORKS. And the poetic nature of them really shines.
I know its late, but "theme of laura" from akira yaoka's silent hill 2 soundtrack, its such a beautiful song that could be interpreted in so many ways, same as how the game is, hope you can hear it.
100 by Dean Blunt. The monotone, melancholic sad but also beautiful sounds of the instrumental really make it so wonderful to listen to. It’s like sitting in a cold dark room or sitting on your porch drinking a beer. Just amazing overall my top favorite.
Space Junk Galaxy from the original Super Mario Galaxy soundtrack is a perfect fit for this topic. The gentle piano instrumental is beautiful, and perfectly captures the feeling of floating through the stars, while also being completely isolated in the void of space, as you wonder what else could be out there in the universe.
Space Junk Galaxy and Cosmic Cove Galaxy are PEAK
OMG yess!
Soria Moria by Mount Eerie. Theres a quiet devastation to the whole album that’s beautiful almost despite itself. The winding story on this track, the image of the lake and the painting, the moon callback, it all winds into itself in such an incredible way.
I would also like to nominate II. The Sun from Mount Eerie the album by the Microphones, who then became Mt. Eerie
To late to get a mention, but mosquito song by queens of the stone age and epitaph by king crimson are both beautiful in so different ways but both evoke the same feelings within me, haunting and desperate, fragile but triumphant
Hunnybee, by unknown mortal orchestra, always makes me happy and helps me see the beauty in the things around me, which I think is pretty beautiful
Baby’s Breath by loveliescrushing is one of the most ethereal songs to exist in my opinion. The amazing atmospheric tone and shoegaze style combined with eerie yet fitting singing is truly beautiful.
Kiss Another Day Goodbye is one of the most beautifully haunting tracks I've heard.
The track is a melancholy, calm song about wasting time when lost in yourself.
I think Like A Tattoo and Pearls by Sade deserve a mention, both very melancholic but beautiful songs, talking about Sade, i think Love Deluxe, the album that these 2 songs come from, would be an incredible listen Brad, probably one of the smoothest records from the 90's
giles corey - blackest bile. the low register humming and the acoustic guitar chords instantly knock you into a trance…aside from the brutal message the album at hand holds.
Game Over - Falling in Reverse
The part where he said his life was like a video game put me in tears. Truly a masterpiece
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Bladee better be on here
Pop out pop out like a toast 🍞
put a mask on my face now i look like a emoji 🤓🤓
This is my favorite topic you’ve done so far :)
"The Herald" by Comus (First Utterance - 1971) is one of the strangest and most beautiful things I've ever heard, it gives me goosebumps but makes me want to cry at the same time. Besides, it has one of the best guitar, violin and flute solo sequences I've ever heard in the genre. Please give it a chance.
Theme from Harry's Game by Clannad
Written as the theme music for a British TV thriller about the "troubles" in Northern Ireland, as we so under-statedly call them. A surprise hit single, hitting the top five of the UK singles chart - the first (only?) song with Gaelic lyrics to do so.
That's the trivia. Now the music.
Except there isn't much music, it is minimalistic, with choral backing vocals, and sung in a language I don't understand, but by a women with a gorgeous voice. It's very haunting, and simply gorgeous.
33 by Elliot Greer is an incredibly beautiful song that is raw, and almost solely his voice, and guitar (with some light piano in the background I believe). I never have been a country fan, but this song hit different for me and I fell in love.
God only knows is such an amazing song by The Beach Boys, the vocals in the song just make your soul leave your body and ascend into outer space, everything about this song is perfect
also foundling by cardiacs, it comes after 80 minutes of the most intense album you have ever heard, with wide open sounds. it feels like an epiphany
Intro by The XX is one of the most beautiful atmospheric songs to grace the earth. Makes me feel overwhelmed every time and is kind of beautifully upsetting yet triumphant as well. Ironically feels like the end of something whilst being called Intro. The end of a chapter is always bittersweet and that’s what this reminds me of.
Want to give a shoutout to Outro by M83 as well, also does the same thing, but is called Outro and it ducking knows it. Also beautiful. Intro and Outro are simultaneously amazing.
Intro so overrated. Love Outro though
With you by lomelda, Reading in bed by Emily Hanes and the soft skeleton, and medicine bottle by red house painters are 3 of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard
Magic by Effin is absolutely my favorite garage song of all time and it's a beautiful experience all throughout. The piano melody is simple yet it captures so much emotion and the vocal sample adds so much to the song. the clock ticking and garage percussion are used absolutely perfectly to slow the song down in the bridge between the drops and the drops themselves just... work. 10/10 song for me
A Walk by Tycho is so beautiful, it takes me feel so nostalgic and like i'm floating, I could listen to it again and again
Don’t Panic by Coldplay, specifically the version on The Blue Room EP, is one of the most beautiful songs i’ve ever heard, and one of my favorites of all time. idk why i love the original version more than the album version but something about it just makes me ascend every time i hear it
Ropes by Scott james is a most listen in my opinion. The whole song feels like youre being put through a journey. The ups and downs of emotions are so perfectly executed. The smooth guitar at the begining, soon turning into a hard deep cutting instrumental. The use of so many diffrent instruments culminates into absoute perfection. Not to forget Scotts voice on this track just glides ever so elegantly over top the ansamble. This track is by far one of the most beutiful peices ive listend to. Well worth the listen.
Has anyone requested Pictures of You by The Cure yet? Because that’s one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard.
I love that song. I always smile when it comes on.
I am actually suprised you reacted to "Beatiful" but i'm super happy you did even tho you didn't like it as much as me and ya I can see why - this song is a lot more nishe and you need to know context behind it (which you did) to really appreciate it. It also seem that the main reason why you didn't like the song (it sluginesh) is the reason why I love it, because it really highlights the slug and dread it can feel sometimes to quit a long time addiction (I also love the song for other reasons like the beat, hook, etc.). But again i'm just happy you reacted to it and it was interesting to see diffrent perspective on this song that I really love -✌️.
(Also sorry if this comment seems all over the place - i'm not great at explaining myself 😅)
Africa by D'Angelo is literally the most beautiful song ever, the song topic on top of the sound palette/production is so comforting and pretty. The closer from a goated album too.
Lovers Spit by Broken Social Scene is such an amazing track and is a stand out on an album filled with so many great songs. The strings and horns and keys throughout the entire track build this wall of noise that’s almost unintelligible, but give it such an ethereal sound. Not to mention the amazing mix and beautiful guitar and drum sound. Overall, an amazing piece and if you haven’t checked out that album either, you definitely should!!
OUTSTANDING choice.
From The Morning By Nick Drake. This is his final song on his final album before he died, it's very deep and profound while maintaining a simple yet intricately beautiful soundscape.
One might think that Nick Drake's last song would be a desolating one based on his mental state before he died but making a song about the beauty of living is just beautiful and inspiring.
Love that song and think it would make a great choice for Best Album Closers. Nick Drake was inspired by the critical reception of
"Pink Moon" and wanted to record a fourth album; that's even more heartbreaking that a magazine editorial made him want to revive his music career and a car commercial reintroduced him to his albums selling for the first time. R.I.P. Nick, you will be forever remembered.
Stay by Alkaline Trio.
a song about addiction, loss, and learning to forgive it has everything and the way the song is sang makes you feel for whoever the protagonist is / the singer. easy to put yourself in their shoes.
Put Your Records on by Ritt Momney is a perfect cover in my opinion and also a beautiful little song that makes me just feel at peace for a couple minutes.
Banshee Beat by Animal Collective. A song which starts so quiet and small which gradually grows into a larger but still really delicate song which is very hypnotic and acts as a centerpiece to the album "Feels".
QKThr aphex twin. enough said, the sound of the individual organs being pressed feels so intimate and close, as if your watching someone play in a wide open church, the song itself is just intoxicatingly melancholic but also so very simple. pretty beautiful stuff
No way this man just brushed over “Milk”. It brings my heart into my throat each time I hear it.
Phantom Pt ll by Justice gotta be the most beautiful song i´ve ever heard. It's like a victory jump made into a song. The sharp and strong saw wave at the beggining, the string melody, the beat, all together feels victorious, powerful, magical, and idk, other positive traits. a masterpiece without a doubt.