Icon for Hire - Curse or Cure Acoustic (Official Video)

Поделиться
HTML-код
  • Опубликовано: 10 сен 2024
  • The Emo Dreams Tour starts September 13, 2023! Get your tickets at www.iconforhire.net!
    Tour Dates:
    9/13/2023   Greenville, SC - The Radio Room             
    9/15/2023   Rochester, NY - Montage Music Hall
    9/16/2023   Elmira, NY - The L (The Pit)
    9/17/2023   Leesburg, VA - Tally Ho Theater
    9/18/2023   Mechanicsburg, PA - Lovedraft's
    9/19/2023   Hamden, CT - Space Ballroom                 
    9/20/2023   Brooklyn, NY - Kingsland
    9/22/2023   Toronto, ONT - Lee's Palace
    9/23/2023   Erie, PA - Basement Transmissions
    9/24/2023   Lakewood, OH - The Winchester
    9/25/2023   Columbus, OH - A&R Bar
    9/26/2023   Indianapolis, IN - Hoosier Dome
    9/27/2023   Grand Rapids, MI - The Intersection                 
    9/29/2023   Joliet, IL - The Forge
    9/30/2023   Des Moines, IA - Leftys
    10/1/2023   Fargo, ND - The Aquarium                    
    10/3/2023   Billings, MT - Pub Station
    10/4/2023   Great Falls, MT - The Newberry                   
    10/6/2023   Boise, ID - The Shredder
    10/7/2023   Spokane, WA - The Big Dipper
    10/8/2023   Seattle, WA - El Corazon                  
    10/10/2023  San Francisco, CA - Brick & Mortar
    10/12/2023  Fresno, CA - Full Circle Brewing
    10/13/2023  Anaheim, CA - House Of Blues (Parish Room)
    10/14/2023  Los Angeles, CA - The Mint
    10/15/2023  San Diego, CA - Brick By Brick               
    10/17/2023  Las Vegas, NV - The Space
    10/18/2023  Phoenix, AZ - Rebel Lounge
    10/19/2023  El Paso, TX - Rockhouse
    10/20/2023  Roswell, NM - The Liberty
    10/21/2023  Lubbock, TX - Jake's
    10/22/2023  San Antonio, TX - Paper Tiger                  
    10/24/2023  Houston, TX - Scout Bar
    10/25/2023  Corpus Christi, TX - House Of Rock             
    10/27/2023  Destin, FL - Club LA
    10/28/2023  Winter Park, FL - Conduit
    10/29/2023  Jacksonville, FL - Underbelly
    10/30/2023  Atlanta, GA - Masquerade (Hell)
    10/31/2023  Memphis, TN - Growlers
    We hope you enjoy the acoustic version of Curse or Cure, made possible by all of our Kickstarter backers and IAHQ support!
    Stream the new track at: open.spotify.c...
    Band Links:
    Website - iconforhire.net
    Facebook - / iconforhireofficial
    Twitter - / iconforhire
    Instagram - / iconforhire
    Bandsintown: bandsintown.com...
    Lyrics
    Oh I swear my emotions are the enemy
    Be dead by now if I’d have done what they were telling me
    Whisper lies, but they sound like half-truths
    Confusing a sick mind isn’t that hard to do
    And you say I’m a hopeless case, I’m a hopeless case
    I’m afraid I can’t trust myself, myself
    Don’t leave me alone
    How you want me to fix myself, myself,
    All I’ve ever known, I've ever known
    How can I separate
    Me from the remedy?
    I can’t be sure, be sure
    Am I the curse or the cure?
    Oh it’s more than a little maddening
    got me second guessing everything that’s happening
    I think, I think I’m in over my head
    the more I think about it, the worse that it gets
    All I see are all my flaws
    I see is all I’m not
    I’m not senseless
    I won’t separate this heart
    to make it what you want
    you can’t tell me anymore
    Curse or cure

Комментарии • 380

  • @IconForHireOfficial
    @IconForHireOfficial  3 года назад +266

    Which version do you like better, the acoustic or original??

    • @valentijnkipal3046
      @valentijnkipal3046 3 года назад +31

      I love both versions but I like the original more

    • @Alireza-hd3jt
      @Alireza-hd3jt 3 года назад +16

      ‌Original

    • @chelzmed10HDP
      @chelzmed10HDP 3 года назад +10

      Both❤️❤️❤️

    • @DevilsWings
      @DevilsWings 3 года назад +29

      Hate me for this but i love the acoustic version, Shawns solo and the pure emotion in those vocals just awesome.
      Don´t get it wrong tho, the original is still brilliant.

    • @InfiniteImp42
      @InfiniteImp42 3 года назад +9

      Original

  • @davekorytak9707
    @davekorytak9707 3 года назад +329

    Can we just appreciate how much has Ariel grown over the years??!! Are you listening to these vocals? MASTERPIECE

    • @candeezymarie9827
      @candeezymarie9827 3 года назад +6

      10/10 can confirm!

    • @jessieluna7883
      @jessieluna7883 3 года назад +6

      Yaaaaas!!!!! Killed it!!!! 🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽
      The accoustic version is my favourite one. 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

    • @harley2166
      @harley2166 3 года назад +3

      Hell yeah. I remember when they first started (damn makes me feel old aha) Ariels vocals were off more than they were on when listening live, and over the year the control and sound has become so consistent and amazing and I love it (hope that makes sense...its no meant to be disrespectful at all)

    • @TheCanonApologist
      @TheCanonApologist 3 года назад +1

      She's an inspiration, I take Vocal Lessons myself and a lot of terms she uses in streams are ones I know.

    • @GamerDisturbed
      @GamerDisturbed Год назад

      agreed

  • @littlereading4528
    @littlereading4528 3 года назад +217

    Side note: I feel like those sleeves were difficult to put on

  • @lucianabaistrocchi
    @lucianabaistrocchi 3 года назад +82

    I just can't stand two things:
    -How much beauty there is in this song
    -How underrated this band AND ALL of their songs are!!

    • @TheCanonApologist
      @TheCanonApologist 3 года назад +3

      Truly,
      They've been under the radar far too long. They deserve more.

    • @danlewi8528
      @danlewi8528 2 года назад +1

      Just started listening recently and went crazy. Bought records, cd's, shirts, a poster and her book. This is simply damn good music!

  • @asheparadise
    @asheparadise 3 года назад +113

    I really love how the emotion comes through more in this version

  • @paulamoysin9175
    @paulamoysin9175 3 года назад +134

    Absolutely am in love with this version. Not only is it easier for this old woman to understand the words, even more importantly you can really feel the emotions. I think you really bring home the feelings with your hands and facial expressions. That said, I love the original version when I'm upset or angry with myself which happens much more frequently than I'd like. Really glad you guys stuck with your convictions and ideas when labels tried to fix something and mold you into something you weren't.

    • @Convoluted-and-Exiled
      @Convoluted-and-Exiled 3 года назад +4

      Right! I feel like all their Acoustic Versions are very special for this very reason. The level of emotions it adds, how much you can really feel it. I hope I said this right though.

    • @Convoluted-and-Exiled
      @Convoluted-and-Exiled 3 года назад +4

      Also completely agree with staying themselves. Rather than conforming to some labels mold. Too many in this day and age just conform... :(

    • @caitlin4265
      @caitlin4265 3 года назад

      'old woman' ? She's not that old

    • @paulamoysin9175
      @paulamoysin9175 3 года назад +2

      @@caitlin4265 I agree, Ariel is not that old, but I am, lol. I love all their music, I just like the acoustic versions for the emotions and it allows me to hear the words better so I can understand the original version better.

    • @caitlin4265
      @caitlin4265 3 года назад

      @@paulamoysin9175 Yh that makes sense lol

  • @cyanrosespirit
    @cyanrosespirit 3 года назад +66

    Gosh, I absolutely love this too. I love the heavier sound like the original for when I'm jamming out, but when I'm looking for the emotion- that raw, unfiltered, honest truth that Icon for Hire does so freaking well- it's got to be the acoustic versions. I especially love the focus on emotions and lyrics for my writing playlists

    • @blackdragon7979
      @blackdragon7979 3 года назад +2

      In complete agreement. Both versions are awesome and each has their purpose and place.

    • @RissaFaith94
      @RissaFaith94 3 года назад +1

      Yay, more people who use their songs for writing playlists! Their lyrics are such great story/character development fodder. Citizen Soldier is another of my favorite bands whose stuff immediately goes onto my writing playlists every time.

    • @cyanrosespirit
      @cyanrosespirit 3 года назад

      @@RissaFaith94 YES omg! I also use Citizen Soldier in some of my playlists. Can also never go wrong with the classics of Linkin Park.

  • @mountfoolish
    @mountfoolish 3 года назад +36

    Wow, I have to admit, I wasn't sure an acoustic version of this would work. But it really, really does. Outstanding job to you both on both versions!

    • @SpyderOne1981
      @SpyderOne1981 3 года назад

      Well, you have to consider that most songs start out either on acoustic guitar or piano, and then evolve from there. So there’s usually always an acoustic version of a song. Most of the time they just don’t get released.

  • @annivandermeer4157
    @annivandermeer4157 3 года назад +34

    I just love how far you've come in just that little time that I know of your band now. This video shows just how much skill you have gained singing I think. Because I remember you saying that your voice "wouldn't fit the genre" but I think that you can't say that anymore. You made it your own. Please be proud of the way you are, so are we.

  • @pusheen_jellycat
    @pusheen_jellycat 3 года назад +24

    Literal chills when Shawn's solo came up. I have goosebumps. This is incredible I am so proud of all you have done and how much your music has helped me

  • @feyenoordfreakjeremy
    @feyenoordfreakjeremy 3 года назад +25

    So amazing love the acoustic version a little more because the message in both versions are strong but in the acoustic you hear the emotions more

  • @kristynakorytakova4686
    @kristynakorytakova4686 3 года назад +8

    For someone who's Covid-19 positive like me (it effing sucks, yes), this band and their music - latest album EXTRA appreciated - helps overcome or at least make the discomfort, pain, depression, and overall negativity (oh, the irony) a little more bearable. Thank you for being here and continuing to make such life-changing music. You are the true definition of artists! Love you both, guys!

  • @lucky_theghost9522
    @lucky_theghost9522 3 года назад +11

    I swear I always end up the acoustic versions of their songs a lot better than the original. Keep up the good work you guys! I can't waiiittt for this new era and what it has in store!

  • @mitchkramer2000
    @mitchkramer2000 3 года назад +8

    This is the Ariel I needed and wanted to hear. Now I hear her true voice wich is really powerfull. In my opinion this version shows a better meaning of the song and Ariel really shows how good her voice is. Love the more darker and lower side of her voice.
    Ariel...........thank you for this (master)piece of music.

  • @teslakathryn6886
    @teslakathryn6886 3 года назад +15

    Absolutely beautiful, I might even like it better than the original, its so raw and connected feeling. I love it 💜🌸💜

  • @-danny.
    @-danny. 3 года назад +19

    Ooo I think I like the vocals on this version better but both are great

  • @samreynolds8460
    @samreynolds8460 3 года назад +10

    Acoustic version is best one you guys have ever done in my opinion so beautiful ❤️

  • @KatiB5587
    @KatiB5587 3 года назад +3

    Dang, Ariel... That control with the gravel, and seamlessly switching over to the smooth bittersweet top end. 😍
    I've only known Amy Lee and Lzzy Hale to be able to flip so seamlessly, in the world of female vocalists. Goes to show the dedication to the craft, and also how well you're looking after your voice.

  • @leishajohnson1461
    @leishajohnson1461 2 года назад +2

    I came across this group by accident BUT THEY really are the best band out there today.

  • @LegendaryDrawer
    @LegendaryDrawer 3 года назад +5

    This is soo good, powerful and just soo original and pure. Love you Icon For Hire😍😍🤘🤘😘❤🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍

  • @ForTheGoldenOak
    @ForTheGoldenOak 3 года назад +3

    I love this new age. I'm listening since I'm a teen and you're the one band I really listen to. The one band I makes me feel and that makes me feel like I'm not alone with my f*cked up stuff. Every new song is better and seems to help more.
    Thank you

  • @Mr_Swarley
    @Mr_Swarley 3 года назад +4

    This is so beautiful. Both versions are amazing, but this one really delivers the emotion behind the lyrics for me.
    Although I think it would be even better if Shawn joined for his vocal parts. ;)

  •  3 года назад +2

    Ariel's voice is so powerful and it really shines through in this version 💗

  • @cody336
    @cody336 3 года назад +2

    Not usually an acoustic fan but Icon does it so well that I keep both versions on my playlists. Amazing vocals

  • @bunnylover9245
    @bunnylover9245 3 года назад +5

    This is literally so freaking amazing! You guys seriously rock!

  • @acacia_rose
    @acacia_rose 3 года назад +2

    This is AMAZING! I love being able to hear all the guitar!

  • @tiggert4002
    @tiggert4002 3 года назад

    I don't even remember the first time I heard this band but most of the songs are relatable. I wish I had heard about it a lot sooner.

  • @taeriiiiiii
    @taeriiiiiii 3 года назад

    That's what I call pure TALENT.

  • @lunaflower4507
    @lunaflower4507 3 года назад +2

    I love this version I love both versions but acoustic songs always hit my emotions so much more your all so super talented you and Shawn have such a raw energy that all of us have experienced in our lives thank you so much for helping each and everyone of us at different times wishing you so much love

  • @bobbyennis3521
    @bobbyennis3521 3 года назад

    I love both versions of this song. Ariel never dissapoints

  • @SpookeyClown
    @SpookeyClown 3 года назад

    Man, the voice box on this lady must be made of steel.

  • @michaelvienneau8544
    @michaelvienneau8544 Год назад

    LOVE this must have listened to it 10 times in a row and the sound quality is top notch, it is studio quality now i will go listen to it 10 more times

  • @reese1339
    @reese1339 3 года назад +5

    Beautiful as always loves. This album is gana be killer.

  • @nikalyn5398
    @nikalyn5398 3 года назад +1

    Honestly I am soooo excited for the new album! I love the new stuff!!

  • @rxyoshi975
    @rxyoshi975 Год назад +2

    Why won't youtube allow me to like this more than once? Shame.

  • @abbibleu4979
    @abbibleu4979 3 года назад +3

    Stunning
    Breathtaking
    Powerful
    I am in awe.

  • @billyw9746
    @billyw9746 3 года назад +1

    Like both of them.
    When you come back to Cincinnati I will be there to hear what ever one you do.
    Hurry back soon❤

  • @alroyravenscroft5831
    @alroyravenscroft5831 3 года назад

    That "curse or cure" when she stares at the camera gave me goosebumps. This just further solidifies their position as one of my favorite bands!

  • @timklafke4712
    @timklafke4712 3 года назад

    Your voice is sooo good. I love both versions, but the way the accoustic just gives that much more focus on your voice sounds so great.

  • @PinkieSteel
    @PinkieSteel 3 года назад +2

    Holy hello kitty I love this version! Already on the second time watching it.
    Ps. Love her hair.

  • @Meganbl2009
    @Meganbl2009 3 года назад

    Omg that voice... Its just insane 😍

  • @lillucious3274
    @lillucious3274 3 года назад

    Her vocals are to die for 😍😍😍😍😍 and the emotion she puts into every single song it why I will always love this duo!!!!!!! Her music makes me feel so at piece when I'm having my dark thoughts. 😍😍❤❤❤❤❤

  • @kautarvamined5229
    @kautarvamined5229 3 года назад

    Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! Love this version😍😍

  • @sarahsperanske7437
    @sarahsperanske7437 2 года назад

    So beautifully talented! It’s mind blowing what you can do with your voice 💕

  • @rimuroAMV
    @rimuroAMV 3 года назад +1

    Both versions are epic ❤❤ i like both

  • @DeadlyNightshade84
    @DeadlyNightshade84 3 года назад

    I love icon for hire. They are an amazing band and Ariel has a beautiful voice. I love all her songs . You ROCK keep doing what you do.

  • @brey1720
    @brey1720 3 года назад

    Ariel stunning as usual 😊 Icon for Hire you are true artists 🤩💖

  • @billyw9746
    @billyw9746 3 года назад

    Best band out there right now..,,,
    Love it

  • @angiemarin622
    @angiemarin622 3 года назад

    I love this song so damn much

  • @shadeFPS
    @shadeFPS 3 года назад +5

    I like both equally because the song is just good overall, but I like the rock version more in terms of overall jamming out to

  • @ihascollabeen
    @ihascollabeen 3 года назад

    Beautiful. Just beautiful

  • @billy3779
    @billy3779 3 года назад

    I am so happy you did an acoustic version of this

  • @BigPhil2024
    @BigPhil2024 3 года назад

    She’s an angel

  • @KnT_Noriiko
    @KnT_Noriiko 3 года назад +1

    This is amazing... its so powerful

  • @lyria261
    @lyria261 3 года назад +2

    I absolutely love the acoustic versions of all the songs! My favourite so far is get well II.

  • @ScorpionMaiden75
    @ScorpionMaiden75 3 года назад

    Beautiful...💖🔥💪👑💪🔥💖

  • @JadedMantis13
    @JadedMantis13 3 года назад +12

    To be honest the original is more to my liking, but this has its own merits.

  • @superstarem
    @superstarem 3 года назад

    love it. cant wait for the rest of the album

  • @All_Things_Gaming
    @All_Things_Gaming 3 года назад

    Awesome! Keep up the great work!!! Y’all are so awesome.

  • @presstv
    @presstv 3 года назад

    Wonderful song. Thanks

  • @ratnotikto1923
    @ratnotikto1923 3 года назад +2

    Great singer ✌️❤️

  • @candeezymarie9827
    @candeezymarie9827 3 года назад

    I love this version alot!!

  • @shaker7440
    @shaker7440 3 года назад

    🖤🖤🖤🖤🤘😍🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🖤🖤🖤🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🖤🖤VERY AWESOME!!! 🖤🖤🖤🖤

  • @cute_piranha2031
    @cute_piranha2031 3 года назад

    Got chills ❤

  • @deppie_evans1294
    @deppie_evans1294 3 года назад

    wow woderful voice and amazing accoustic:) with a beautiful scenery:)

  • @katieharrison8386
    @katieharrison8386 3 года назад

    Something about 2:54 made me tear up... I haven't been able to cry in months.

  • @obadijahparks
    @obadijahparks 3 года назад

    That guitaring though! I love the soul that rings in the pauses.

  • @KarateKid118
    @KarateKid118 3 года назад

    love this version

  • @kaylarose.mp3
    @kaylarose.mp3 11 месяцев назад

    I love that you made a video for this acoustic version. It sounds wonderful. I always have a really hard time picking which one I like better ha ha ha 😅 love u so much

  • @christianhildebrandt8186
    @christianhildebrandt8186 3 года назад

    I love this song and I relate hard wow❤️❤️❤️

  • @dounialk4354
    @dounialk4354 3 года назад +1

    Magnifique😍😍 J'aime trooooooop ❤❤❤

  • @k2suru1
    @k2suru1 3 года назад

    I love this version

  • @rxyoshi975
    @rxyoshi975 3 года назад +1

    Incredible. Love the acoustic version so much!!

  • @JordanAthemusiclover
    @JordanAthemusiclover 3 года назад

    I absolutely love how raw and emotional this acoustic version is. This reminds me of how each acoustic track on Still Can't Kill Us has its own spin and even sounded different from the original. I cannot wait to hear more new music!

  • @violeta3321
    @violeta3321 3 года назад

    Sing it girl !!!!

  • @xjojootje8513
    @xjojootje8513 3 года назад

    I just love this. i never really like accoustic that much but this is so good

  • @lucadentler1683
    @lucadentler1683 3 года назад

    AAAAAAA Listening to this version again since 2020 omg your Voice is still so beautyful T-T

  • @ShadowAgent94
    @ShadowAgent94 3 года назад +1

    I've been looking forward to this since it was confirmed and it was absolutely wonderful like I thought it would be

  • @BethRockChick97
    @BethRockChick97 3 года назад

    Oh. My. Goodness. What an absolutely AMAZING voice, what a gorgeous version of Curse or Cure too

  • @tzvikrasner6073
    @tzvikrasner6073 3 года назад

    One of the things I love when you guys do acoustic is we see how little modification is actually done to Ariel's voice on the final cut.She really is just that good.

  • @thomasstout5088
    @thomasstout5088 3 года назад

    You probably hear this a lot your voice is like an angel it’s just so beautiful

  • @michellegifford2323
    @michellegifford2323 3 года назад

    Such a good song !!

  • @BlueRose8073
    @BlueRose8073 3 года назад

    I got chills the minute she started singing 💜

  • @IvanGoncharovAI
    @IvanGoncharovAI 3 года назад

    SOOO beautiful!

  • @khabibnurmagomedov4251
    @khabibnurmagomedov4251 3 года назад

    Beautiful

  • @ItsBeccaLenharo
    @ItsBeccaLenharo 3 года назад

    Hugs from Brazil!!🇧🇷🇧🇷🤗❤️❤️ 💗👏👏

  • @gregpotter2278
    @gregpotter2278 3 года назад

    Ariel & Shaun are an amazing couple & musical team...I love both versions for their artistic value and beauty!!

  • @NykSilver
    @NykSilver 3 года назад

    I remember when war was the acoustic version and it took me a while to get onto the newer version because her voice just hits different😩 I just knew I'd love this one and look here I am for like the 50th time in the last month 😭💜

  • @cc-xf9yi
    @cc-xf9yi Год назад

    Ariel still so beautiful and her voice too❤️

  • @P4R4D0X.
    @P4R4D0X. 3 года назад +1

    I was just about to leave for work when I saw this, and I was like “I can spare a few min to hear this.” I’m so glad I did, it’s so beautiful, I can’t decide which version I like more, they are both so different even though they are the same song, keep up the amazing work. ^-^

  • @_courtney_just_peachy_7312
    @_courtney_just_peachy_7312 3 года назад +1

    3:15 gave me goosebumps. i so in love with this band. One time they came to st. louis, but because im so broke i couldn't go. God i hope one day they come back or otherwise i'm just gonna have to spend little extra money just to see them(it'll be worth it tho 0-0).

  • @elizabethwudyka5927
    @elizabethwudyka5927 3 года назад

    Keep up the great work Icona!!

  • @theDarkJojo96
    @theDarkJojo96 3 года назад

    i love this version

  • @NykSilver
    @NykSilver 3 года назад

    I absolutely love the new hair honestly 😩 I feel like it's more Ariel than the pink

  • @TheLarissagabrielle
    @TheLarissagabrielle 3 года назад +1

    I loved! This version has to be on Spoty!

  • @holliemorris2587
    @holliemorris2587 3 года назад +1

    Ppl who disliked this are just jealous of Ariels amazing talent, awesome vibe, and frikin lit hair! And Shawn’s killer guitar skills! Love IFH, stay safe

  • @KiloWhiskey716
    @KiloWhiskey716 3 года назад

    Vocals sound great!

  • @Mertuch_
    @Mertuch_ 3 года назад +1

    You're the cure for sure!

  • @rain_fiction4757
    @rain_fiction4757 3 года назад

    THIS is pure talent😳✨❤️

  • @tink5337
    @tink5337 3 года назад

    Dear lord, they are both so good! Ariel, you're still killing me in the best way possible.