Cosmo Sheldrake - The Moss (10 year anniversary) (live from the studio)
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Today the moss turns 10! Wowsers time has flown. It was the first song I ever wrote. Here is a video of me performing the song today on its anniversary.
Lyrics
Legend has it that the moss grows on
The north side of the trees
Well, legend has it when the rain comes down
All the worms come up to breathe
Well, legend has it when the sunbeams come
All the plants, they eat them with their leaves
Well, legend has it that the world spins 'round
On an axis of 23 degrees
But have you heard the story of the rabbit in the moon?
Or the cow that hopped the planets while straddling a spoon
Or she, who leapt up mountains, while whistling up a tune
And swapped her songs with swallows while riding on a broom
Well, we can all learn things, both many and a-few
From that old hunched-up woman who lived inside a shoe
Or the girl that sang by day and by night she ate tear soup
Or the man who drank too much and he got the brewers' droop
Come listen, all ye fair maids, to how the moral goes
Nobody knew and nobody knows
How the Pobble was robbed of his twice five toes
Or how the Dong came to own a luminous nose
Or how the Jumblies went to sea in a sieve that they rowed
And came to shore by the Chankly Bore where the Bong-trees grow
Where the Jabberwocky's small green tentacles do flow
And the Quangle Wangle plays in the rain and the snow
But have you heard the story of the rabbit in the moon?
Or the cow that hopped the planets while straddling a spoon
Or she, who leapt up mountains, while whistling up a tune
And swapped her songs with swallows while riding on a broom
Well, we can all learn things, both many and a-few
From that old hunched-up woman who lived inside a shoe
Or the girl that sang by day and by night she ate tear soup
Or the man who drank too much and he got the brewers' droop
Legend has it that the moss grows on
The north side of the trees
Well, legend has it when the rain comes down
All the worms come up to breathe
Well, legend has it when the sunbeams come
All the plants, they eat them with their leaves
Well, legend has it that the world spins 'round
On an axis of 23 degrees
But have you heard the story of the rabbit in the moon?
Or the cow that hopped the planets while straddling a spoon
Or she, who leapt up mountains, while whistling up a tune
And swapped her songs with swallows while riding on a broom
Well, we can all learn things, both many and a-few
From that old hunched-up woman who lived inside a shoe
Or the girl that sang by day and by night she ate tear soup
Or the man who drank too much and he got the brewers' droop 
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10 years ago today. We have all been blessed with music by Cosmo. 10 years later. He’s still making us music for us to enjoy. Luv u Cosmo ❤ keep being you
My son recently introduced me to this song and since then we discovered playing Cosmo Sheldrake’s music is one of the only things that helps with my senior rescue dog’s anxiety. So, thank you Mr. Sheldrake. Your music has given my 14 year old rescue dog a much needed break from shaking uncontrollably.
I adopted my dog my dog three years ago. He’d been caught wandering the streets by our local pound who gave him to the humane society. He was estimated to be 11 years old at the time and he sat in a kennel for 8 months because no one wanted a senior dog. Come Along is his favorite song ❤
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Two days ago I was listening to The Moss in my car as I was turning out of a parking lot in the rain. I looked over at the adjacent lot and there was a man in a short black coat with a black umbrella, moving around rather clumsily, perhaps his version of dancing in the rain - turning circles, opening & closing his umbrella while swinging his arm above his head and around. It was a perfect reflection of The Moss. I got such delight from what I seeing and hearing that I had to laugh out loud! Not laughing at the dancing man, but rather the incredible synchronicity of the man and the music 💕. Cosmo, I adore your creations and your way of being. Happy 10th Anniversary of The Moss!
Even 10 Years later it's still such a great song.
I've only known the moss, (and Cosmo's music in general) for about 5 years, but this is one of the few songs that has never left my playlist in that time
Just so you know there is a cover by Johnny Cash and its good as well.
@@Chrisdish You mean Chonny Jash? Johnny Cash is someone else
Mothbrain (that I'll call you for short) it is called a cover for a reason. It is a cover of the original.
@@calemgoodman I know? But Johnny Cash didn't make a cover of The Moss, Chonny Jash did
I remember first listening to this from that flipnote animation- and I just had to look up the artist! Your sound and lyrics are something else entirely, and you honestly deserve so much more appreciation.
Me too. Found that flip note video around half a year ago and have been listening to his music since
Wow, me too actually. Thanks for reminding me of this, I'm happy that other people discovered him from that as well.
this song is part of the pantheon for everyone who spent hours daydreaming and arting with this song playing
happy birthday to the moss! may we never lose this social treasure
Couldn't help myself from singing along. Such a good song!!!!
Long live the forest!
I am a fan of your mystical music of nonsense and magic! You bring the Nightingale in the Night! Thank you Cosmo
Wish this version were also on spotify! The Moss is handsdown one of my favourite songs ever!
So happy to have found Cosmo a few years ago. Frankly, the non-sense gremlin/mushroom core style just made me get through very hard moments in my life, trying to hang on while everyhing around me seemed completely absurd and 'The Moss' somehow made it make sense, like there was harmony in the madness, that harmony alone was the goal and true meaning of the suffering and pain I was going though. Thanks Cosmo. You're a gift to us, you've been one for me, happy to be alive and listen to your music
For about six months now, I've been running a Dungeons & Dragons campaign based upon this song. It takes place in a world of myths, of legends, and stories; it seldom makes sense, but it doesn't quite need to. This world that both I and my players adore is all thanks to you, and I can't express how much I appreciate that.
10 years? Already, damn, I wasn’t here for the initial release of that song, but damn, already, for me I’ve know that song for a good 6-7 years, it was the second song I listened too lol, it’s crazy how time flew lol
Happy anniversary! I love this song dearly! 💚💚🪰 It taught me that the world spins 'round on an axis of 23°!
Ever since I discovered your music through the moss, it has been the one constant inspiration in anything I have made. The amount of creative energy your music ignites in me is more than I thought I had in me. Thank you! You are such a blessing, truly.
I cannot begin to describe the feelings of happiness this song gave me, what a wonderful creation, you truly are a star
Cant believe this song is already 10 years old now!! Thank you for making such a wonderful song, I animated it a few years back and had a lot of fun working with the rhythms of the song. Even after listening to it 100s of times for it I'm still able to listen to it like its the first time : D
SUROHHORUS MENTIONED LESSGOOOOOOOOOO
Omg, that animation is how I found Cosmo's music!
Thank you so much for introducing me and so many others to Cosmo’s beautiful music!
The Moss isn't my favourite of your songs, not by a long shot, but it was the first of them I heard, and as such still holds a special place in my heart
Lovely to see it back
Cosmo, your music is absolutely timeless. ❤
Happy 10 years to this song that is just simply pure magic, will forever adore it
Its the fact that this song single handled kickstarted an animators career, that blows my mind like its nothing new now but when that video came out it blew everyones minds (it still does) , especially when you consider all the characters where OCs
A beautiful song that still transcends after 10 years 💚
I dont know how your songs dont get more attention but they are all so unique and a pleasure to listen too. The Moss is how I and many others got hooked on your music. Congrats on the 10 year anniversary 🎉.
This is my absolute favorite song! This and "Bathed in sound" is what I listen to all the time
It took me about eight years to actually figure out who wrote the moss, because I learned about it as a kid, before I would search for artists off of single songs I liked. None of the videos I knew the moss from had the artist name prominently featured enough for me to realize it was there. It sounds so silly, now that I’m older. To have thought, for any reason, that songs didn’t have creators I may like listening to. “Oh, I wont like the rest of their music” I had thought, like a child who didn’t know how the world worked.
Last year, I came across the moss again and remembered how much I adored it. And that led to me finding the rest of your music. And it’s wonderful. From a song I didn’t realized someone wrote to my favorite artist multiple years in a row now. What a difference some years of experience can make in a life.
im 5 miles off-shore and by god i hope i have network until this is done
The first song of yours I’ve ever heard, been quite the journey following you over the years. I’m glad I found you
I love The Moss, it's one of my favorite songs and is in almost all of my playlists. Thank you so much for writing it!
The Moss introduced me to your channel, and I'll always remember being in absolutely awe wheh hearing it for the first time. Keep making your mystical forest tunes, Cosmo.
God, ten years ago i was listening to this, hearing this in my 9th grade English class, this is a blast from the past. Thank you shelldrake.
happy 10 years to such a beautiful song
Such an amazing otherworldy song.
I have been listening to Cosmos music for a fair few years now and i am still in a state of awe of this song every time. Literally awesome.
I don't know what it is about this song, but it often sends me to some other world where I feel like I'm 6 years old and the whole world is so fascinating to me and everything is possible. It is still one of my favourite songs ever.
this is the first time I've seen your studio. may I say, the amazing lack of cable management going on only solidified my original impression that you are in fact a mad wizard. (this is meant as a compliment. nothing but respect for the chaos of the creative process)
Living in a world in shambles with a nihilistic outlook, your music makes me want to be part of this planet. I thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤
Happy 10 year anniversary!! Since the song mentions worms at one point I will give a worm fact!!
Worms do not have lungs and breathe oxygen through their skin!
I have many a worm fact but this one seemed perfect to go along with the lyrics
Happy 10 Year Anniversary to my favorite Cosmo Sheldrake song! This is how I was introduced to your music. Boy, am I glad I did 🖤
I actually discovered you through The moss not long ago. Loved and listened to a lot of your stuff since. Don't know how I missed you for a little over 9 years.
As long as you keep making and loving music I'll be here to listen to it. If we're talking most produced songs that I like (a lot) from 1 person you're by far my favourite artist ever.
This man has bit-by-bit become my favorite artist on the internet
Can't believe this song is already 10 years old. That makes me feel so old! Love your songs still, keep it up, Comso
I guess we're kind of special since we are understanding the greatness of this guy and his originality and creativity. Most will learn later unfortunately❤❤
Wow, I just have to say - what an absolute treat! Thank you so much for your music. They have truly been a lifeline for me during some really tough times. Your melodies have a way of helping my overstimulated brain pause and take a much-needed breather. I can't express how grateful I am for that. I'm looking forward to the new album - I love your new single Old Ocean!
any chance we could get this as an official release? a 10 year anniversary edition, perhaps?
My absolute favorite song. Thank you so much for creating such a beauty, it make my autistic soul so so happy 💙
10 years later still as pog as before
RIGHTEOUS ! Mr. Sheldrake is so fun to listen to !
I was looking the song up because I was recently thinking of it and I found this! I’m so happy for you that you’re doing well these days :)
i found this sound like 6-7 years ago and your music has 100% impacted my life in a way i cant describe, youre my favourite artist and i love that i exist at the same time as you
Imagine writing an absolutely timeless song on your first go. Congratulations Cosmo! Your dedication and talent are truly appreciated by all of us!
I love your little movements while you are playing the keyboard. Also, this song is nostalgic as hell
I only found you & your music from The Moss about a year or maybe two ago, and you instantly become one of my favorite musical artists. I wish I discovered you sooner, but later is better than never. I'm obsessed with your songs! Absolute masterpieces, & you are insanely talented 💚
You're telling me The Moss was released on my birthday??? This is a dream come true
My name is Moss and I love nature ❤ Your music reminds me that life is beautiful. Keep it up friend
I only discovered your music in the last 5 years or so, but your sound and lyric has impacted me deeply and changed me for the better.
Happy anniversary. I love this song.🎉
7 years ago I heard this song for the first time and I’ve been hooked since. Long time fan, love your work a lot.
Happy 10year anniversary the song that started it all 🎉❤
Some lyrics will never escape the deepest corners of my brain, thanks for this mate
It's one of my favorite songs ever, thanks for making it and happy anniversary The Moss!!!!
I don’t know how to explain this but this has been my favourite song for the longest time. This video is amazing
Dope. I forgot how clean your raw vocals are. Your songwriting is awesome as well.
This was one of the first 3 Cosmo songs I ever heard (the others were Pelicans We and Come Along) and this was the one that finally had me download EVERYTHING of Cosmo's on iTunes. This is such a delightful song and I used to listen to it on repeat for an hour at a time. It's been an awesome 4-5 years of enjoying your music and I can't wait for the new album!!
It's unbelievable how long this track has been around. I think it was around 8 years ago, back when I was a school student, that I found it by accident. Here's to many more fruitful artistic years for you 🍻
What a wonderful experience to get lost in your music 🌟
One of my favorite songs it feels like a bunch of stories trying to teach you a lesson and each has a different meaning and its whimsical ❄️
This song truly helped me while a deep depression like 5 years ago, thx you again Cosmo, now I'm happy in my life and you're still my favorite artist ❤
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Thank you for this, it was real good
Happy 10 year anniversary of The Moss!
This is awesome! I can see now why it takes so long for you to release new stuff, what a creative process, I can’t even imagine how you use all your tech there. I love this song, and album, and I’m excited to see what else you release. Happy anniversary, Cosmo
found you on soundcloud all those years ago with tardigrade. it remains one of my absolute favorite songs. happy birthday moss!
wow! so glad to be here after all this time. a lovely song about nonsense which we all love. ❤❤
RAHHH HAPPY BIRTHDAY THE MOSS 🗣️‼️‼️🎂🎂🎂
Thank you. I needed something beautiful today and this popped up. ❤
Your music is AMAZING. You are my favorite song artist and I don't think that'll change, your voice is literally enchanting!
as the first ever one of your songs i've heard, this song means the world to me. legend has it that one of my favorite songs turns ten!
I love your moss version, and I love all your album - especially the ones with animals, honestly my favorite music to listen to.
Still one of my favorites! Thank you for making it, and the many more songs!!
Happy 10 years! 🎉
The Moss has been a primary inspiration for one of my series- namely it's curious and strange but inviting vibe and for the 'legends has it' lines inspiring the name "Four Districts"; so it has quite the spot in my heart
Love your music!
The Moss is still one of my favorite songs
It's so cool seeing how your vocal inflections have evolved! And I love the harmonies in the chorus, good stuff :)
happy 10 years to this song, it was the first i've ever heard from you and brought about my absolute love for your music!!
I love this song so much, this nonsense of the world 🌎 Also this is the first song of yours which I heard
I think this was the song that got me hooked first on your songs
Listened to this song forever, will continue to do so
this has been and still is one of my favorite songs i've ever heard from you.
Wowsers, I can’t believe it’s been 10 years since the song released, that’s crazy.
And it’s still amazing to this day!
your voice has such a nice timber. thanks for the ten years, here's to (hopefuly) many more ❤❤❤
I remember I first found this song on an 8tracks playlist ages ago and I loved it sooooo much that I tweeted about how much I liked it, and then you liked the tweet and I got SO excited haha
10 years later and still so great
Amazing, The Moss is definitely one of my favourite songs.
Less than 30 minutes ago & already has over 200 likes. The world has good taste 💪
This music was so important to me 10 years ago and it means a lot to see how much u care with it to make this recording
This song is always magical whenever I play it!
I didn’t even realise it’s already 10 years old, congrats
I love this!
I remember finding this song on a little animation someone made a few years back; it's always been one of my favorites of all time 😊
Your adorable and your songs are so cool ❤
Thank you so much for 10 years of amazing music!!!
been in love with your music for so long this is my favorite song of yours
Loving your music so much. Over the years I found some songs that are good for many of my moods when I find it hard to find the right music to listen too (especially when I am overstimulated/overwhelmed) And your music just seems to fit soooo good to so many moods of mine
One of my favorite songs by you, listen too it when it rains sometimes. Me and my boyfriend absolutely love it, I had shown it to him about a year ago and I catch him listening to it every now and again!
Your music is always absolutely wonderful, no matter how old (or new) it is!
Such a great song, then and now. Love your music, keep up the good work!
I love this song so much, I could be in the saddest mindset and it always boosts my mood 😊
I literally was listening to this song today, and there is that surprice!!! Precious!!!