Every time I go back and listen to some of Conor's back catalogue, I'll hear something and think, Yeah that's the best thing he's ever done. Then I'll hear something else like " Artifact" or " Lenders in the Temple " ( I could go on and on ) and I'll think, no that was definitely his best ever. I guess it's a testament to what a lasting effect this man has had on music, lyrics, poetry !! Don't ever reach the shore Conor !!
had the same thought, through each phase of my life, sometimes listening to a song i've heard many times, the lyrics and their meaning evolve with me as i grow old, ill hear a line i know, and suddenly it makes sense.
Wow jake bellows backup vocals amazing in this.. plus M Ward on lead and Mogus on Steel... been following conor for a LONG time, one of my favorites right now
I first heard this song when I was a freshman in college. It was playing in a public place so I never knew what the title is. I couldn't search it in the internet because I only heard a little bit and the last part of the chorus, I coudn't make out the words. The tune stayed in my subconscious though, and once in a while It would randomly play inside my head. Many years passed, in 7th year in the teaching profession, I suffered a very dark and depressing phase until I stumbled upon the song "First Day of My Life". I played bright eyes' songs album by album and lo and behold I finally found the song that randomly disturbs my subconscious for years.
You're so right, his voice sounds so beautiful - this is possibly my favourite video on youtube right now. The music, the voice, the words - it just gives me the shivers
God I remember when this performance came out. I'd sit around all day playing it over and over. Conor is the voice of a generation. Absolutely amazing.
I played this song everyday through my speakers at a two week long camp. Everyone hated me and didn't understand that Bright Eyes is Godly. But that also might of been because I played the Desaparecidos while they were trying to memorize parts of the bible. My bad :) But this live version is fantastic!
This performance makes me want to cry. Not because the song make me sad, because the music, the lyrics and Conor's voice is just so beautiful. As a previous poster said, he looks affected by this song and that really comes through. I think that's why it's such a chilling performance. Thank you so much to the poster of this video.
I'm a bit lazy, so I saw the piano play in A major, if that's any help... Whether you're looking at diatonic harmonicas or chromatic ones is the question then and what diatonic keys are the most common
'..and in fine.. Still swimming through time.. Afraid some days I've reached the shore...make yourself free. A man said that to me, but now my heart it lacks open doors.'
his voice is great in this. usually hes a great poet and writer but not so much a vocalist like a famous singer but he sounds pretty good here. it might be the backup voices doing something though
It sounds like there's lots of echo on his voice but yes- his singing is better than usual on this. I think he sings better at certain times- for example, his voice sounds way better on just about every song on the " Upside Down Mountain" LP. I definitely agree with others here that this live performance is one the best I've ever seen and heard just for the feeling, the atmosphere and the adrenaline chills that I get no matter how many times I hear it !!
Every time I go back and listen to some of Conor's back catalogue, I'll hear something and think, Yeah that's the best thing he's ever done. Then I'll hear something else like " Artifact" or " Lenders in the Temple " ( I could go on and on ) and I'll think, no that was definitely his best ever. I guess it's a testament to what a lasting effect this man has had on music, lyrics, poetry !! Don't ever reach the shore Conor !!
It never ceases to amaze me how consistently (and for how long) he's released genuine masterpieces.
Absolutely prolific.
Yeah his art is awesome and timeless ❤️
had the same thought, through each phase of my life, sometimes listening to a song i've heard many times, the lyrics and their meaning evolve with me as i grow old, ill hear a line i know, and suddenly it makes sense.
Easy/Lucky/Free, Motion Sickness, Centre of the World. All good songs man. Keep on listening!
STILL HERE IN 2020 GANG GANG
Andrew Low you know it!!
2021 💜
2022 LOVEISREAL 💜
2023
2023 x2
Wow jake bellows backup vocals amazing in this.. plus M Ward on lead and Mogus on Steel... been following conor for a LONG time, one of my favorites right now
That is Jake! I was wondering about that.
Of all the ones I've seen or heard, I think this is the best live version of any song he's done.
does anyone else feel an empty old room in a sea side town-feel from this song
I've watched this video about 25 times now and get goosebumps every single time. So good.
Evan Taylor same
In Spring, when the world's turning green
I only think about the Fall.
I first heard this song when I was a freshman in college. It was playing in a public place so I never knew what the title is. I couldn't search it in the internet because I only heard a little bit and the last part of the chorus, I coudn't make out the words. The tune stayed in my subconscious though, and once in a while It would randomly play inside my head. Many years passed, in 7th year in the teaching profession, I suffered a very dark and depressing phase until I stumbled upon the song "First Day of My Life". I played bright eyes' songs album by album and lo and behold I finally found the song that randomly disturbs my subconscious for years.
Wow. What are the ODDS of that? That's pretty great.
You're so right, his voice sounds so beautiful - this is possibly my favourite video on youtube right now. The music, the voice, the words - it just gives me the shivers
God I remember when this performance came out. I'd sit around all day playing it over and over. Conor is the voice of a generation. Absolutely amazing.
Probably my favourite Conor song ever!!! Big statement ✌️
Probably the hardest top 10 list to make of all time but this ones way up there
I'd forgotten about this song. ugh I love it so much
I played this song everyday through my speakers at a two week long camp. Everyone hated me and didn't understand that Bright Eyes is Godly. But that also might of been because I played the Desaparecidos while they were trying to memorize parts of the bible. My bad :) But this live version is fantastic!
Desaparecidos are way better than the bible
desaparecidos and the bible feel so contradictory
Those are my boots stompin' along in the background. Worn from the nebraska pavements , and sitting on my shelve in Dallas. I love you fellas.
This performance makes me want to cry. Not because the song make me sad, because the music, the lyrics and Conor's voice is just so beautiful. As a previous poster said, he looks affected by this song and that really comes through. I think that's why it's such a chilling performance. Thank you so much to the poster of this video.
This is the best Conor song of all time💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥🔥♥️♥️♥️
You Got Bright Eyes
holy moly this gives me chills everytime
If you disliked this you must hate great songs from great artists.
What a shame.
+Trevor Chick universal truth.
beautiful version, like a sea of sound
Imagine your this clever at this age he was wow 🤩
Is that M. Ward on guitar on the left? Also Mike Mogis makes me appreciate the pedal steel
Forever my favorite.
old school, old man music…. LOVE IT!
Conor makes me feel every emotion all at once
conor with m ward and mogus....what more could anyone ask for
in the spring when the world's turnin green, I only think about the fall.
thank you for posting such amazing live version of my favorite song!!! (:
U kno the sadness hittin diff when u end up back here
i get chills when i listen to this
I'm a bit lazy, so I saw the piano play in A major, if that's any help... Whether you're looking at diatonic harmonicas or chromatic ones is the question then and what diatonic keys are the most common
simply beautiful
Still here 2024 ❤️❤️💯💯
I love seeing Conor and Matt play together
so...I don't think any other song live can top this.
This is like the dream team, Mike Mogis, Jake Bellos, M. Ward and Conor Oberst
Just brilliant
Still here in 2023
Is that Jake Bellows beside Oberst as well?!
I think it is.. crazy
M. Ward is such a cool guy.
M. ward and conor oberst are such great artists
Have you heard anything from " Monsters of Folk" ? Collaboration of Conor, M.Ward, Jim James and Mogis. Every song is like a masterpiece !
cityplace87 this is soooo great. do u have any of the other sessions?
This is music...
Thank you ❤❤❤
'..and in fine.. Still swimming through time.. Afraid some days I've reached the shore...make yourself free. A man said that to me, but now my heart it lacks open doors.'
I know that " doors" rhymes with " shores" but what I hear is " now my heart is like an open book "
I thought he said my heart is like an open door 🚪
his voice is great in this. usually hes a great poet and writer but not so much a vocalist like a famous singer but he sounds pretty good here. it might be the backup voices doing something though
It sounds like there's lots of echo on his voice but yes- his singing is better than usual on this. I think he sings better at certain times- for example, his voice sounds way better on just about every song on the " Upside Down Mountain" LP. I definitely agree with others here that this live performance is one the best I've ever seen and heard just for the feeling, the atmosphere and the adrenaline chills that I get no matter how many times I hear it !!
Absolutely.
Never left 2024
Indeed
Nice
This on the piano and a blunt
Pretty much the same chords as Angels of Light - Untitled Love song
i like it
I love you for that.
Is there anyway to download this video and convert it to MP3? This version is sooo much better than the album version! Thanks for uploading it :)
This was published in 2011 but doesn't the original song go back much further than that ?
perfect
🔥🔥🔥👀
YES!
2024
the song is in a major, so i'd assume its a major.
anybody know what key harmonica he's playing?
Conor Oberst is the only human who can make playing a harmonica acceptable.
You are so cool! Are you also abnormally young to be listening to "this kind" of music?!
Does the studio version sound as good?
addictioner not even close
he was such a child!
sounds more like an E harp
sounds like A. idk though. I have my C right here and its not that
prolly a im pretty sure
that's dumb
perfect