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  • @Obbee
    @Obbee Год назад +164

    Umbrella Beach is my most favorite Owl City song. "home will always be here. unseen, out of sight."

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +6

      That's such a great one ❤️ those lyrics are to die for

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +2

      Also welcome to the channel 🤗

    • @andreiiimiguel
      @andreiiimiguel Год назад +1

      HEYYYYYY SAMEEEEE ONE OF MY FAVORITES ❤

    • @SomeRandomPuzzlePiece
      @SomeRandomPuzzlePiece Год назад +2

      My 5 favorites are
      5) Umbrella Beach
      4) Plant Life
      3) Rainbow Veins
      2) Cinematic
      1) Metropolis

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      @@SomeRandomPuzzlePiece I'm just now seeing this comment, but that is a spectacular list. I love those middle three specially

  • @kawaii33366
    @kawaii33366 8 месяцев назад +58

    I love when people tell me "Man does Owl city even have other songs than Fireflies?" and ive been listening to his other music for years.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  8 месяцев назад +13

      I knoooow right? It pains me when I hear "man, that guy really dropped one song and dipped"

    • @ryeofoatmeal
      @ryeofoatmeal 4 месяца назад

      frrrrr. I would listen to owl city every now and then. and whenever fireflies get played in my car with my friends around, their first reaction would be 'yooo I haven't listen to this song for YEARS'. bro you're missing out, owl city has released TONS of great songs since then 😂 tbf we as owl city fans are the chosen ones 💕

  • @justinjohnson1989
    @justinjohnson1989 Год назад +112

    We all who have loved Owl City since the beginning (basically nerding out when we tell people it’s only Adam who is O.C. not a full band) and love each and every one of his songs, understand how special this tight knit community is, and this video proves it!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +7

      I know! I have been so blown away by the amount of Owl City fans dropping comments on this video and sharing how different songs have impacted them at different times and how much they love his music. Honestly, even as a huge fan, I had no idea there were so many awesome people also in love with it :)
      Welcome to the channel! Hope to see you around more, Justin!

  • @Absolute_Solved
    @Absolute_Solved 9 месяцев назад +32

    Let's sing a song.
    "Shipwreck in a sea of faces
    There's a dreamy world up there"

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  9 месяцев назад +9

      Love it :)
      "Dear friends in higher places
      Carry me away from here"

    • @silverroll2737
      @silverroll2737 6 месяцев назад +5

      "travel light let the sun eclipse you
      cause your flight is about to leave!"

    • @jacobchandler7642
      @jacobchandler7642 6 месяцев назад +5

      "And there's more to this brave adventure
      Than you'd ever believe!"

    • @Erik_Ochoa013
      @Erik_Ochoa013 6 месяцев назад +3

      ⁠@@jacobchandler7642”Bird’s eye view, awake the stars cause they’re all around you!”

    • @willhunt6897
      @willhunt6897 5 месяцев назад +2

      “Wide eyes will always brighten the blue”

  • @beatrizpamplona1002
    @beatrizpamplona1002 Год назад +82

    I usually never comment on things, but thank you so much for making this video because I’ve never felt so understood in my love for owl city, he’s been a constant in my life for about 10 years now?? I think?? When I was about 12 a friend showed me to the sky one day during class and we would listen to it everyday since then. Even years after not even talking to that friend anymore I fell in love with the style, the instrumentals and the gorgeous imagery that Adam puts in his songs, it even seems like I fall in love deeper each year that passes and it seems like there are always new things I’ve never noticed before in his songs, little details or lyrics that have more meaning as I grow old. These days I’m listening to All Things Bright and Beautiful constantly everyday and angels is my favorite of the album for sure although plant life is really growing on me, I don’t even know what I’m saying anymore just wanted to say thank you I guess since I don’t really have people I can share this love with, hope you have a wonderful day :)

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +3

      Heya -- thank you so so much!! I hope you're having a wonderful day too! That's so cool that you've been following his music for so long! It blows my mind that he has made so many incredible songs ♥ Like you said, he really knows how to paint pictures of the stories in his songs. And the lyrics and music together are just perfect. Angels is totally one of the best from that album, so I'm glad you're loving it!
      Thanks again for commenting!! I hope I'll see you around more!! :)

    • @davidtang2549
      @davidtang2549 Год назад +4

      Same for me. If everyone in this world listens to his songs, there wouldn't have been any conflict and fighting.
      He really shaped my world view and inner world. Now I'm an idealistic utopian, struggling in real world and life.
      Really good to see a real big fan and a video!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      @@davidtang2549 thanks so much for sharing! :) I know... I really wish everyone could just give a listen to all his music. It's such inspiring stuff. My kids will have this forced on them every day 😅

    • @sivetcr
      @sivetcr 9 месяцев назад +1

      ​@@davidtang2549 You expressed my thoughts.. i never knew anyone who even knew Adam, but a few weeks ago I found out that one guy in a math camp knew - and more importantly, really liked - When can I see you again. So the last night, when everyone was partying downstairs and we had the smaller reproductor all for ourselves, I played some of the songs to him (When can I see you again, Unbelievable, Verge and maybe My everything, if I remember correctly). He seemed to like them, but for me the most shocking thing was his reaction. Instead of saying something like „Nice songs“ he told me to not care that the others don't like Adam's style and listen to what I like and encouraged me to spread his optimistic music far and wide. What a legend. And what a great community around this singer ❤

  • @JoelAbshier
    @JoelAbshier  Год назад +53

    I would like to personally apologize to all the fans of Montana and update it's ranking to an A-tier. I was way too hard on it in this video and regret my actions 🙏🤣

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      ​@@UkulilyFilly justice has been delivered

    • @wade_says
      @wade_says Год назад +1

      Montana is A Tier for sure. I visited North Fork Road while listening to this song. I also went all the way to Polebridge.

    • @Sethsimracing
      @Sethsimracing 7 месяцев назад +1

      Thank God!

  • @mikerice868
    @mikerice868 7 месяцев назад +6

    Fun fact: If My Heart Was a House was the song my wife and I danced to at our wedding. Needless to say I think your ranking of it is perfect

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  7 месяцев назад +1

      Oh my gosh that's so sweet! ♥️♥️ I want to steal that idea for my wedding. It's such a beautiful song

  • @rcv2908
    @rcv2908 Год назад +34

    Before vitamin sea was released, how I became the sea was my favourite. It always brings me to a world where a boy meets a mermaid thingy. Also the first song why I became a fan.
    Vitamin sea is now my fav cause after one year of my first job, this showed up and boy I filed for vacation real fast.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +4

      I love that ♥ so wild to have a new favorite after so many years. But Vitamin Sea has also become one of my favorites!! Ever since filming since video, I've been listening to Coco Moon soooo much.

  • @esethutheaesir
    @esethutheaesir Год назад +50

    It’s so so nice to see people share their love for Adam!! Owl city has been my all time favourite artist for 8 years and his stuff truly is music for the soul ❤❤❤

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      It really is! His music gives me so much joy and has for so many years. I'm so glad to meet more people who gave been following him a long time! Thank you for checking out this video and welcome to the channel!

  • @RicsKeldinTheMaskedWarrior
    @RicsKeldinTheMaskedWarrior Год назад +18

    Under the circus lights is quickly becoming my new favrioute

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +5

      I'm actually with you! When I turn on Coco Moon now, sometimes I jump right to this track because I love it so much!

  • @BrennenJSkits
    @BrennenJSkits 8 месяцев назад +11

    No one else gets true good music these days, THANK YOU SO MUCH for making this video. Owl City was the entire reason I got into music. His style of songs is so unique, and it makes you feel like you’re up in the stars in a fictional world. I also love his christian messages in some of his songs. I will ALWAYS love Owl City

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  8 месяцев назад +1

      Hey! Thank you so so much! 🎉 So glad the video was fun! I was so hyped to make it. It's so awesome that Adam's music got you interested in music. He definitely has some of the most unique, fun music out there ❤️ all time favorite

  • @NotsewTheGreat
    @NotsewTheGreat Год назад +27

    I love seeing bird with a broken wing appreciation, that song truly is the best of Mobile Orchestra

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +2

      Aye! Yes you're the first person I've ever seen call that one out! It's such a fantastic song!

    • @Cardinal_claw
      @Cardinal_claw 7 месяцев назад

      I adore that song too and never see people talking about it

  • @aphaius28
    @aphaius28 Год назад +38

    The dedication you put in this video! As an Owl City fan since 2009, I really enjoyed watching the entire video and didn't even notice the time it took. Great job!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Hey thank you so much for watching! 🤗🤗 I'm really glad you enjoyed it! After all this time, what's been your favorite album?

    • @aphaius28
      @aphaius28 Год назад +2

      @@JoelAbshier Sure! I actually have two favorites depending on my mood, but they'll always be All Things Bright and Beautiful and Ocean Eyes (Deluxe Edition)

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +2

      Those are great choices. I think Ocean Eyes is definitely the one I go back to the most. Then probably All Things Bright and Beautiful after that.

  • @JacobLaurenzana
    @JacobLaurenzana Год назад +43

    Dear Vienna is definitely one of my favorite songs of all time.
    Dear Vienna has always spoke to me on another level, I absolutely love the opening of this song--
    "I regarded the world as such a sad sight
    Until I viewed it in black and white
    Then I reviewed every frame
    And basic shape
    And sealed the exits with caution tape"
    Definitely listen to this song focusing on the meaning of all the lyrics, I would 100% rank Dear Vienna: 👑

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +2

      Hey! Sorry somehow this comment slipped past me! Thank you so much for sharing ❤️🙏 and welcome to the channel
      Those lyrics are super good. Listening to it again makes me want to give it 👑.

    • @dake6844
      @dake6844 Год назад +3

      yeah, when the chorus repeats at the end, and the echos is coming the song just chills me out

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      @@dake6844 it so does!

  • @JustinThomas-cj8cc
    @JustinThomas-cj8cc Год назад +6

    So many wonderful songs between sky sailing and own city.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      I know! ❤️ Just so much good stuff he's given us for so many years

  • @alainaj.9702
    @alainaj.9702 Год назад +28

    I am also a HUGE Owl City fan! I've only listened to his music for 5 years, but it feels much longer. His sound is so unique, and it makes me feel happy. The new album "Coco Moon" has the coolest key changes because he uses interesting chords.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Thanks so much Alaina! Sorry I somehow missed your comment! ☺️ So glad to meet another megafan. Coco Moon has been so good so far. Even this making this video, I've fallen in love with it more. It really does have so many good key changes or even momentary modulations. ☺️

  • @xAlexHDx1
    @xAlexHDx1 Год назад +15

    Thanks for doing this, I always feel like I'm the only one I know that delved into Owl City's songs after Fireflies to the point where he became my favourite musician still to this day.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +2

      Thanks so much! :) I really appreciate you taking the time to check out the video! Adam is my favorite artist too, so it was an absolute blast to get to make this video and fanboy for hours and hours about his music!
      What are your favorite songs??

    • @xAlexHDx1
      @xAlexHDx1 Год назад +1

      @@JoelAbshierThere are so many choices for favourites but I think I'd go for The Real World, Cave In, Up All Night, Air Traffic and Dinosaur Park for my top 5 currently.
      Also I'm one of those people that really vibe with Kamikaze since it's so different compared to everything else on the ATBAB album.

  • @miajones3025
    @miajones3025 Год назад +16

    I'm in love with the songs "Alligator sky"(with and without the rap), "Unbelievable", "Wolf Bite" and "Deer in the headlights". "Fiji Water" and "Vitamin Sea" from Adam's most recent albums are so nostalgic.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Those are all such awesome songs! Fiji Water and Vitamin Sea are also some of my favorites from his latest album. Such amazing stuff!
      And welcome to the channel! Hope I'll catch you around more :)

  • @noam3561
    @noam3561 Год назад +11

    SO excited for this! I was an owl city superfan as a kid, in 5th grade we had to write an essay but our hero and I wrote about adam. Definitely not as familiar with his discography as you are. So far, this is a great reminder how subjective these things are - the voice effect and hard cut on rainbow veins were my favorite part and I miss that lo-fi charm in his newer projects, which you seem to have a greater appreciation for. something to love for everyone :)

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Hey there thank you so much! There's definitely a lot of my preference in here, haha, but rainbow veins is still a wicked good song.
      You might be a more hardcore fan than I am. I've never written an essay about Adam 👏 🎊 that's the coolest and cutest thing

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Welcome to the channel 🤗

  • @TamaraJoy7
    @TamaraJoy7 Год назад +15

    Thank you so much for putting this excellent video together! I get goosebumps and tingles listening to almost every one of his songs! I’m 57 and a music teacher and think Adam is a musical genius! He is definitely my favourite recording artist of all time which is saying something as I’ve been around a long time and have a very long list of favourite bands and artists. His music is on another level, is so unique, and just lives in my soul. He inspires me so much as a musician and I’m so thankful that God put him on this earth!❤️❤️❤️

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Thanks so much, Tamara! I'm so glad you liked it! :) He really has something special to his music. I find it so interesting to learn how to play a lot of his stuff. It's so rare to come across something that's super by-the-book 😅 I feel like I'm always learning something new when I play it. But I agree, he's totally on another level

  • @loganberryyaps
    @loganberryyaps Год назад +8

    I gotta be honest - Angels is my favourite song of all time. Gets me head-banging every time!!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      That song is absolutely fire! Mad respect

  • @RaFGuy
    @RaFGuy 3 месяца назад +1

    The Tornado, Beautiful Times, and Meteor Shower are the top 3 that come to mind. Man, I need to make a tier list of my own. I'm inspired.
    Love the video, it's nice to hear someone who is also such a huge fan of Owl City go into depth on what you like/dislike about each song. SSS tier video, not quite royalty, sry.

  • @krishmech8788
    @krishmech8788 10 месяцев назад +7

    Tidal Wave’s been my favorite song by Adam for the last six years now. Despite my agnosticism, it really hits when you’re at a low point, especially with its last couple of lines.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  10 месяцев назад

      I feel like it's rare to meet someone who likes this song too! So glad you like it. And yes, those last few lines just hit so good. Thanks for checking out the video!

  • @YouTubeCity
    @YouTubeCity 8 месяцев назад +6

    Hi Joel! Your video is 10 months old but I know the video today ONLY & finish watching now... without skipping!! Love your 5 hours dedication of making this video and your reaction to all those songs!
    I also want to say my tierlist but can't cause it's a comment hahaha. But anyway my fav Owl City song of all times is ON THE WING and my fav album/ep is ULTRAVIOLET and my least fav is.... 👀 MONTANA 🤣 just kidding!
    Btw I know I am late watching this video but still I am glad I found it. "Better late than never".
    Thank you for making this video and keep making more. God bless you.
    (PS: That new song "Car Trouble" is a banger!! Absolutely love it!)

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  8 месяцев назад

      I'm sorry I'm so late on getting back to you!! But thank you so much for checking out the video. I know it's a huge one to get through 😅 but I'm glad you liked it! This video was such a trip to make and revisit all of my favorite music.
      Hehe, well you and I can be the Montana haters 🤭 I definitely went too hard on that song at the start of this video lol. On the Wing is soooo good. There are some killer recordings of how he played it live on the cinematic tour and I love it so much!
      Also I will be recording a video this week reacting to Car Trouble and the rest of Coco Moon Deluxe 🤭 It has been painful to wait for it!

  • @amirhaikal6672
    @amirhaikal6672 7 месяцев назад +1

    Shine your way is a collaberation with a malaysian singer known as Yuna, i know because the song was pretty big for malaysia as it is one of the biggest collab a local artist had manages to secure, it was back in the day where malaysian artist isnt quite yet common in the international scene

  • @KarinaAespa29
    @KarinaAespa29 7 месяцев назад +3

    Hot air balloon was my alarm up to this day as it always makes my day. Listening to it makes my heart flutter even though I had my darkest times, that song just makes me feel alive.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  6 месяцев назад +1

      Aww that is so awesome!! That's such a magical way to start the day!

  • @frogmad
    @frogmad Год назад +18

    Hope you'll enjoy Dear Evan Hansen, Adam's cover is one of my favourite songs from him for when I'm feeling down!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +3

      Thanks!! As soon as I get the chance I'm definitely going to listen to it! I just gotta see the musical first! ☺️ It may be a while, but I'll update this comment when that day comes

    • @blind6745
      @blind6745 Год назад +1

      @@JoelAbshier haha same i wanted to see the musical after hearing the song it's one of my favorite songs

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      I need to check the tour schedule for Dear Evan Hansen 😂 you're making me want to hear this song more!

    • @glitchgaming86
      @glitchgaming86 Год назад

      I came here to recommend this cover as well. It's fantastic

  • @Spankaro
    @Spankaro 3 месяца назад +1

    About the Mobile Orchestra album, he made a commentary version of each song, I believe it's on Spotify as well. And I recall him saying that I Found Love is actually a song about Death. Like someone who's looking back at all the accomplishments in life and now they're ready to depart from this life. If you haven't checked out yet, I highly recommend ❤
    Now I'll continue watching your video ^^

  • @JenniferG-jm4rh
    @JenniferG-jm4rh 4 месяца назад +2

    Last Summer, I listened to Silhouette for the very first time. I was struck by the lyrics and was almost in tears. Its a sad song that I can relate to.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  2 месяца назад

      It really is! Every time I hear it I still get tears. It's definitely one of his most sad songs. I actually did a cover of it a few months back and it's one of my favorite things I've done

  • @QuangNguyen-vf3nz
    @QuangNguyen-vf3nz 9 месяцев назад +4

    He is one of the most underrated artists imo. His music is always so dreamy that made my childhood a memorable journey than just a plain period of my life.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  9 месяцев назад +2

      I completely agree! I honestly am shocked more of his music isn't popular. He really has created a sound entirely of his own.
      Thanks for checking out the video! I really appreciate it

  • @o.m.1938
    @o.m.1938 4 месяца назад +2

    Underrated Owl City songs:
    Technicolor Phase
    Air Traffic
    Good Time Acoustic
    Real World
    I Found Love
    Beautiful Times

  • @rajataris9525
    @rajataris9525 6 месяцев назад +2

    You know youre a hootowl when u dont skip this 2 hour-long video. Big fan of Owl City since 2009 here. Thank you for making this video, man! Great work!
    When you put The Yacht Club on 👑 tier i was like "THATS WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT!"

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  6 месяцев назад

      Thank you so much!! ☺️ So glad you enjoyed the video. You're the real one for making it through this long video.
      Also yeeeessss! It seems like no one talks about the Yacht Club, but it's one of my absolute favorites!

  • @porkchop002
    @porkchop002 Год назад +8

    Wow...great work man. This is unreal. Love the passion for Owl City. Ranking these tunes would be hella hard.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Thank you so much!! I'm glad you liked it! It's so hard to pick with his music... I love all of the music so much!

  • @confetti_kat
    @confetti_kat Год назад +5

    I'm happy I found your video. It was super fun listening to someone appreciate Owl City. My favorite Owl City song is Plant Life! I have "I'd rather waltz than just walk through the forest" tattooed on me.
    Umbrella Beach, Cave In, Angels, Designer Skyline, and Take Me Somewhere Nice are also some personal favorites.
    Those alternative versions of Alligator Sky really threw me off. I was not expecting that. I had to pause the video to go listen to them.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Hiya!! Thanks so much for checking it out and subscribing!! :) I'm so glad you liked it!! And uuuuughhh yesss Plant Life is such an amazing song. I remember jamming to that one so much back in the day. Your top list is absolutely fantastic

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Also... yes... those Alligator Sky alternate versions are...... something 😅 they might be some the only music that exists of his that I don't want to hear ever again

  • @ToastyGhost2
    @ToastyGhost2 10 месяцев назад +3

    sorry me again, but i'm watching this in its entirety rn and Silhouette gave me CHILLS hearing it. Its such a deeply touching song for me, wondering when you'll feel happy again, asking if the pain is over yet. Its gorgeous and i'm glad that Embers is on the same album, because you kind of need both of them. One hits you in your feels and the other inspires you to keep fighting. Love it

    • @ToastyGhost2
      @ToastyGhost2 10 месяцев назад

      On the complete opposite end, i'm sorry but i absolutely hate deer in the headlights as an afab person. It makes me violently uncomfortable like.. why does he not back off after being peppersprayed 💀 i know its a joke song but.. didn't age too well

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  9 месяцев назад +1

      Hey I'm sorry I'm responding sooo late to this, but you are absolutely right. Silhouette is the perfect, sit on the couch and cry song, and Embers does really life you out of it. It's funny you just commented this because I'm actually in the process of recording my own version of Silhouette for the channel!
      Thank you so much!

    • @ToastyGhost2
      @ToastyGhost2 9 месяцев назад +1

      @@JoelAbshier OMG let me know when that drops, i'll be waiting patiently 👀 Thats so cool!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  9 месяцев назад

      @@ToastyGhost2 will do!! It'll probably be this Saturday or the one after!

  • @tereziamarkova2822
    @tereziamarkova2822 8 месяцев назад +1

    "I don't think anyone else but me cares about If My Heart Was A House" - I literally screamed at that. ME. I CARE ABOUT IF MY HEART WAS A HOUSE. It's so fucking beautiful, makes me cry every single time.

    • @MusicJunkie37
      @MusicJunkie37 7 месяцев назад

      Odd remark he made, literally the whole fandom gushes over that song

  • @jessemessi27
    @jessemessi27 11 месяцев назад +2

    Dude, thanks for making this video. Your passion clearly shows, and the video was a blast to watch. It's so cool to see just how many big Owl City fans are still out there! Adam Young has changed of all our worlds for the best, and I'll always be grateful for that. I started a dream pop project called Skyway Lights (feel free to listen anywhere you find music :D ) that came straight out of my love of Owl City, and it has become one of the most fun things I do.
    I hope that everyone is still pursing their dreams, and never forget that dreams don't turn to dust!

  • @joylox
    @joylox Год назад +3

    I'm not sure if you're a Christian, but there are a few references that are really clever. The most obvious is Field Notes being a direct retelling of Matthew 13:44 comparing the kingdom of heaven to a treasure buried in a field. New Sons of Thunder is a reference to James and John in the Bible when Jesus gave them the nickname "sons of thunder" in addition to a reference to 1 Corinthians 15:52 with the "in the twinkling of an eye" part. I've also heard a theory that Kamikaze is about the fall of mankind and the chorus being how Revelation 19 refers to Jesus coming back on a white horse. Of course Meteor Shower has a lot of references to various Bible verses. I feel like there are a few I'm missing, but those are the biggest ones that I feel like are harder to understand without the references.

  • @Vincent_Van_Vinci
    @Vincent_Van_Vinci 8 месяцев назад +3

    Finally after 15 yrs of listening to owl City, a worthy man has appeared who really understand the escapism, surrealism, poetry concept of Owl city.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  7 месяцев назад

      So glad you liked it 🙇

  • @jamesr5827
    @jamesr5827 Год назад +6

    Amazing video, that's such commitment! I adore everything Adam does and it's great to see other people who feel the same. Choosing a favourite Owl City song or album would be like choosing my favourite child... if I had any!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +2

      I feel that! His music is so special to me and it feels so hard to put one above another or even begin to try to pick a favorite. Honestly, you could turn on just about any of these songs any day and I'd be so happy.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Thank you for checking out the video!! And welcome to the channel! :)

  • @SirSpuddington
    @SirSpuddington Год назад +3

    This was so fun! Adam has been my favorite artist for a long time. Small correction on "Firebird" though - that song was actually about his wife's brother. I remember seeing somewhere that Adam wrote the song from the now-Mrs. Abbey Young's perspective, going back through her memory lane with her about how close she was with her brother growing up.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Hey there! Thank you so much, that's so cool to know! Someone reminded me that he was an only child, but I didn't know what's who the song was about. I'm so impressed at his ability to tell and story in such an intimate and personal way. It feels like that connection is deeply personal to him 😅
      Thanks so much for taking the time to watch this -- I know it's a super long video!!! 🙏🥳 I'm glad it was fun!! Hope I'll catch you around the channel more!

  • @COWBOY-MAYBE
    @COWBOY-MAYBE Год назад +5

    NO WAY BRO PUT ALL MY FRIENDS ABOVE RAINBOW VEINS! (lol in al seriousness great video)

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Oh. My. Gosh. 😅 I think over the course of filming my scale shifted a little. Honestly, out of all the comments, this is definitely my most egregious mistake in the video. Back to back, I would've never done that 😂😂😂
      Also thank you for checking out the video! :)

  • @flamelord758
    @flamelord758 7 месяцев назад +2

    I stopped listening to Owl City for awhile, but after his newest album released I've been listening more than ever and i forgot how good his stuff is!! And how much i just enjoy it.

  • @elibrown72
    @elibrown72 Год назад +11

    Awesome video! Some of my favorite Owl City songs are:
    Angels
    Alligator Sky - No Rap Version
    Thunderstruck
    Captains of the Sky
    Fireflies
    And many many more!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Man those are awesome picks! Captains of the Sky just gets me out of bed in the morning lol!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Thank you for checking out the video! And welcome to the channel 🤗

    • @jonahdonahue2930
      @jonahdonahue2930 Год назад +2

      Alligator Sky is so great. That line where says take it in with your breath against the glass is awesome!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      @@jonahdonahue2930 Yeah that imagery is great!

    • @azarine
      @azarine 2 месяца назад

      thunderstruck is crazy bro like how does he just make a perfect 2010 edm pop banger

  • @emmagauthier9258
    @emmagauthier9258 8 месяцев назад +1

    I got recommended this video, thought “oh I know a couple of his songs, I’ll watch” and how I have like 20 new songs to get obsessed over.
    For years I’ve loved to say that my favourite Christmas song was by owl city, humbug is such a fun song to share with people over Christmas

  • @fionastirling986
    @fionastirling986 7 месяцев назад +1

    Whenever I hear Owl City music (excluding the more Christian and country stuff) I always think of the aesthetics of mid-to-late 2010s and maybe modern anime a little - Makoto Shinkai’s stuff especially, or that one movie on Netflix that draws a lot from his style (Bubble, I think). I can really easily picture an AMV using clips from Makoto Shinkai’s work set to an Owl City song

  • @mxzephyr
    @mxzephyr Год назад +5

    Awesome video, so glad I found this on my recommended page! My top songs are definitely Dementia, On The Wing, Galaxies, and Alligator Sky (but it's so hard to choose a favorite haha)

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +2

      Thank you so much! I'm glad youtube is recommending it to people! ☺️
      Those are great picks. On the Wing is such a great song especially. But yeah, choosing between any of them is tough 😅 even ranking them makes me feel so guilty lol

  • @jhiggins2782
    @jhiggins2782 11 месяцев назад +3

    Thanks so much for making this video! None of my friends or family like Owl City, but to see someone love and enjoy these songs the same way I do really helps me feel like I'm not alone. My favorite song's gotta be Saltwater Room, it's just such a beautifully composed atmospheric masterpiece and I'm instantly relaxed whenever I hear it.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  9 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you so much for checking it out!!! Yesss the Saltwater Room is probably my all-time favorite Owl City song. It's soooo hard to pick, but it's just a beautiful song that I really connect with lyrically.
      So glad to meet another person who loves Adam's music 🤗 Welcome to the channel!

  • @Legoformerguy
    @Legoformerguy Год назад +9

    Be Brave!!!!!! I know like 99% of his songs by heart but that song just speaks to me on a whole other level. From the calm loneliness to the discovery to the grand revelation… each playback I can relive through Adam’s lens, over and over again, what it feels like to fall in love. And as a currently single dude who’s been in love before that really hits home :’)

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Yesss!! That song puts falling in love into words so beautifully. I really love it. Everytime I hear it I want to happy cry. I'm with you there on the singleness 😅🤜
      Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I hope to catch you around in the comments again :)

  • @themagiclife1
    @themagiclife1 Год назад +5

    I love that I’m just now realizing that a lot of owl city fans have similar back stories in their love and connection to owl city.
    Adam young has taken a good permanent chunk of my brain and resided there just jamming at all time since 2009 when I was 11. My favorite childhood memories are taking walks in the field in my back yard with headphones listening to owl city just escaping the world and freely feeling like myself. I continued taking these walks up to current. Since I gave birth to my son last year I haven’t been able to walk as much but I make sure to take time to play his music and give myself moments in time to escape once again into such a wonderful place❤️

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +2

      That same thing has blown me away since making this video. So many people, like yourself, have shared how big of a piece of your life his music has been. His early music especially is just that perfect kind of "escape to my own little world" kind of music. I've always connected with it so, so much.
      Also, huge congratulations on your son (even if it's a year late 😅)! And welcome to the channel :) I hope I'll catch you around more!

  • @ToastyGhost2
    @ToastyGhost2 10 месяцев назад +3

    This makes my hyperfixation happy. thank you

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  10 месяцев назад +1

      I'm so glad you enjoyed it! 🤗 🤗 I love owl city so much

  • @thejellyblish1
    @thejellyblish1 Год назад +4

    I'm having a blast watching this. I feel so edged on all the song sampling 😂
    Not gonna lie, I screamed at you over Montana! Those soft piano notes following the first chorus choke me up every time. The day I heard Montana for the first time, I called my boss to take a personal day and drove 4 hours to a ski resort on a whim, it was awesome.
    Also, mad respect for the vinegar shot. That looked brutal 🤣 Flowers of the Field is an obscure one, for sure, but so romantic!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Thank you so much!! Oh man it was so tough deciding what hits of the songs to cut out! I'm sorry for the teasing!
      I don't think I'll ever stop feeling bad about Montana 😅 I really did that song dirty but have since upgraded it to an A tier. I think I was just in a mood. I respect your spontaneity so much. That ski trip is such a sick story! ☺️
      Welcome to the channel!!! ☺️

  • @Eth3reality
    @Eth3reality 9 месяцев назад +1

    My favorite Owl City songs are:
    1.) The Saltwater Room
    2.) On The Wing
    3.) How I Became The Sea
    4.) Fuzzy Blue Lights
    5.) Strawberry Avalanche
    Sky Sailing:
    1.) Sailboats
    2.) Brielle
    3.) Blue And Red

  • @nickioleary8577
    @nickioleary8577 Год назад +9

    An Owl City song I don’t hear talked about much is Clap Your Hands, which was in Everybody’s Golf. It’s so catchy and fun, and never fails to put me in a good mood. I even remember turning it on driving away from my high school graduation, blasting it as loud as my eardrums could handle and shamelessly singing along. It’s so great😁

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +4

      Oh man, I thought I covered this one but I guess I missed it! I love that even on the tracks he does for movies and games, he doesn't slack; they're still just more great Adam songs that could go on an album without a blink!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +3

      That's such a great memory too! 💃 Continue to tie important moments in your life to his music!
      Also thanks for dropping a comment! Hope I'll see ya around the channel more Nicki :)

    • @dustrose8101
      @dustrose8101 9 месяцев назад +1

      @@JoelAbshier You covered it briefly around 1:09:00

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  9 месяцев назад +1

      @@dustrose8101 oooh thank you! I had thought I had covered it, but just assumed I had missed it 😅

  • @321estrellas
    @321estrellas 11 месяцев назад +3

    I’m just really happy someone appreciates the instrumental break in Tip of the Iceberg as much as I do haha. That song is so underrated.
    Favourite song? Geez, that’s a tough one. Depends on my mood. If I really had to pick though, it would be Hot Air Balloon or Lonely Lullaby.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  10 месяцев назад +1

      Yessssss!! Finally someone else who feels me on that song. It really is underrated. I could listen to that instrumental on loop lol.
      Oof those are such great songs. They're also sooo different

  • @Thepiccolopower
    @Thepiccolopower Год назад +9

    I wish we sensitive people could gather in a wooden cabin and talk about our feelings and dreams so warmly 🥲 ‘sailboats wish that they were stars’…

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      ️🤗❤️️🤗❤️️🤗❤️🤗
      Yes please!!!

  • @MovieMation
    @MovieMation 10 месяцев назад +3

    Owl City is that artist that I listened to all a time as a kid and is someone I keep coming back to randomly now.
    The Tornado has really got me back into listening to him regularly though, I really love the storytelling in that song and the double meaning (at least from my interpretation) of it being about going through a depressive episode, while I don’t suffer from depression personally I know people that have and I find this song really powerful. At that moment that’s my favourite, but there are loads of songs he’s done that I can listen to over and over again and never get bored of.
    Great list, I haven’t listened to all of these before so will definitely be filling in the gaps over the next few days!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  9 месяцев назад +1

      Heya! I'm so glad you liked the list and I hope it's introduced you to at least a few new songs that you'll like! Adam definitely is an amazing storyteller -- I really think the latest album shows off that skill so much. The Tornado is one that's really grown on me more and more as I listen to Coco Moon. Glad you love it too!

  • @WatcherKoops4677
    @WatcherKoops4677 Год назад +12

    I must say Cinematic changed my life!! I will never abandon the album no matter what! :)

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Couldn't agree more!! That album took me by surprise with how much I love it ❤️❤️
      Thanks for dropping a comment and welcome to the channel!

    • @hectorpescador9081
      @hectorpescador9081 Год назад

      All things bright and beautiful did the same to me :)

  • @travisjohnson7065
    @travisjohnson7065 4 месяца назад +2

    These ranking every song videos are overkill. What's next, ranking every section of every song so you can churn out like 7 hours of content?

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  4 месяца назад

      Tbh I don't think I have the energy to make more of these full artist discography videos 🤣🤣 I've made two and they take so many hours to make and an unbelievable amount of time to edit 😅 I might retire from this genre and just do single albums lol

  • @BeatleGirl37
    @BeatleGirl37 Год назад +4

    This is all I’ve ever wanted to watch someone do. Thank you for your dedication to this! It was so fun to listen along and remember all of these Owl City gems.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +2

      Thank you so much Devin!! I'm so glad you enjoyed it :) :)

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      And welcome to the channel!!

  • @abrasivemonkey8022
    @abrasivemonkey8022 Год назад +3

    Interesting tier list, can't say I agree with all of it but I'm happy to see Be Brave getting some love. That song is some powerful stuff.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Thanks for taking the time to check it out! Even my opinions have changed some since making this video, so I feel you 🤣 Be Brave will definitely always be a favorite for me, like you said, it's just so powerful.

  • @MKalodeas
    @MKalodeas 7 месяцев назад +2

    ... My mom has the ocean eyes cd and when I was younger she always use to play it for us while she was cleaning the house, her favourite was always fireflies. MY favourite was Dental Care though, haha. Now that I've actually listened to his other music I'd have to say The Tornado and Silhouette are tied as my favourites.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  7 месяцев назад +2

      Oh my gosh Dental Care is such a good song though. That one and rugs from me to you always make me laugh.
      I actually just release a cover of Silhouette today, if you're interested!

  • @Yorkshire.pudding
    @Yorkshire.pudding 9 месяцев назад +2

    I listened to take me somewhere nice when my grandad died and it reminded me so much of him of my gran when they were younger so it’s ultimate tier frfr

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  9 месяцев назад

      That is literally so sweet 🥹 I'm so glad that song has that place for you

  • @ananoymous
    @ananoymous Год назад +3

    So glad this video was recommended. Only been a fan a few years, but he quickly became one of my faves and I absolutely love each and every song of his, so to see someone else share that passion is really cool.
    I also went into this expecting to know every song as I've done many deep dives into his discography, and yet you still managed to teach me some, like what is mr heartbreak lol, need to go listen to that immediately.
    My favourite song of his is probably the same as yours, The Saltwater Room, its just so beautiful and atmospheric, and both versions have something different about them that I love. Anyway, thanks for making this, and I look forward to exploring more of your channel

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Heya! Thank you so much for checking out the video! It feel like it's rare to meet someone who got into him recently -- I think that's so cool!! So glad to meet another lover of The Saltwater Room. I'm sure I rambled on about how much I love it during this video, but it's really my absolute favorite! The lyrics and mood is just so good!
      Thank you again for taking the time to check this out! I'm so glad you liked it! Welcome to the channel and I really hope I'll catch you around the comments more! I upload every week :)

  • @zzymyn
    @zzymyn Год назад +10

    You should absolutely watch Cast Away. It’s a good movie plus I think you’ll appreciate the lyrics of Kelly Time more.
    I love how Adam reuses themes and lyrics throughout all his music. My favourite is that the “Cause I walk alone” part of Silhouette (2:45 - 3:10) is the same melody as the “I don’t feel so alone” (1:30 - 1:50) part of Vanilla Twilight. I’ve always wondered if those two songs are a prequel/sequel-type of situation.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Thanks so much for the comment! I think I'll make some time to watch it just so I can understand the lyrics to Kelly Time better! ☺️
      And yeah, you are so right! It's almost like in a good musical where characters and feelings have different themes associated to them... But Adam has been doing it for like 15 years, weaving it into all of his music!
      Also, huge welcome to the channel! 🤗🤗

    • @joylox
      @joylox Год назад +1

      I noticed a lot of others, but somehow didn't pick up on that. I noticed the Adam, Check Please and Wonderfilled, or the theory that Super Honeymoon and Under The Circus Lights, or even Blue and Red and Hospital Flowers potentially being about the same accident.

  • @ArtisticLoner
    @ArtisticLoner 11 месяцев назад +3

    My most favorite Owl City song is Can't Live Without You. I wonder why it isn't as popular as some of his other songs. I personally think it's an underrated masterpiece.

  • @glitchgaming86
    @glitchgaming86 Год назад +3

    Funny enough, I probably agree with about 90% of your ranking. Great job with the list.
    PS- Shout out Shaq in the Vanilla Twilight music video
    EDIT: just got to the end of the video. My favorite 2 songs are When Can I See You Again & Wolf Bite.
    .....and hurry up and listen to the Waving Through A Window cover. It's amazing.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you so much! This was such a fun video to make. I'm glad you agreed with them!
      Also your two favorites are so good. I covered When Can I See You Again and I've been dying to make a cover of Wolf Bite but haven't gotten to it yet!
      Let's go Shaq! 🏀

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  10 месяцев назад

      Also! I skipped all of his covers for this video, but I definitely think I need to make a followup video going over them. There are so many good ones people have asked me about

  • @witec83
    @witec83 10 месяцев назад +1

    Field Notes is a musical retelling of Jesus Parable of the Hidden Treasure so it's got even more layers. It's a really good one.
    Until My Muse came out, If My Heart was a House was my favorite love song from Owl City. Now it just depends on which one Im listening to at the time.
    Hot Air Baloon just makes me smile every time I hear it.

  • @Squish_Squash
    @Squish_Squash Год назад +2

    I remember "Fireflies" helped me through a tough patch in middle school, I was pleasantly surprised when I heard it years later as a meme

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  10 месяцев назад

      Haha, I feel like Fireflies has had like 3 waves of being a hugely popular song: Wild New Sound, Meme Song, and now a Nostalgia Song

  • @jessicamaivlogs4308
    @jessicamaivlogs4308 10 месяцев назад +3

    Thanks for doing this!
    Found myself screaming ADAM IS AN ONLY CHILD a few times though

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  10 месяцев назад

      Haha, yesssss I totally should've known that 🤭 A few people have told me I was wrong on that. But thank you so much for checking out the video! I'm so glad you liked it :) Hope I'll catch you around here more!

  • @karloterrado1361
    @karloterrado1361 Год назад +5

    this made me subscribe hahaha, been hunting down reaction videos for adam's new album cuz,.. well just because want to see how others reacts to his music hahahhaa

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Thanks so much for the sub! 🤗 How are do you like the new album? Favorite track?

    • @karloterrado1361
      @karloterrado1361 Год назад +1

      @@JoelAbshier so worth the wait man!, Tornado has been a rollercoaster feels, and it just amazes me how a music can do this to the listeners hahahaha just caught me off guard.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Yeah, that song is just wild. When it gets to the biggest moment it makes me shake

  • @cjvlog5720
    @cjvlog5720 Год назад +3

    Few people loved owlcity to much and Im happy you are one of us.

    • @flynntytonidae5631
      @flynntytonidae5631 Год назад +1

      Indeed! I myself am going to one of his concerts in Anaheim on October 4th, can't wait!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      I absolutely love his music ❤️ thank you so much for checking out the video!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Oh sick!! I'm going to see him in September for the first time just a week before that! We'll both be having amazing weeks! 🎉

  • @MFort-uz9ld
    @MFort-uz9ld 11 месяцев назад +2

    My daughter fell in love with fireflies and introduced Owl City songs to me and I absolutely love love his songs. Her first ever concert was Owl City and we went together.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  10 месяцев назад

      Aww that's so awesome!! 🤗 I love that you got into the music she was into!!

  • @counterblast3885
    @counterblast3885 8 месяцев назад +2

    The funny thing for me is I always pictured Adam Young as having a sad or neutral expression for most of his songs but when I saw him in concert he had a big smile the whole show so it threw me off in the best way.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  8 месяцев назад +2

      Yesss! That's actually so true. I could totally see him being more lost in space and dramatic. But in concert he looked so happy! When did you see him??

    • @counterblast3885
      @counterblast3885 8 месяцев назад

      @@JoelAbshier September of last year in Sacramento. Been a fan for a good 12 years and this is the first concert I went to.

  • @ThePilotAndrew747
    @ThePilotAndrew747 Год назад +2

    Ocean eyes album was my childhood playlist. I remember when I was in the car, long time ago, maybe when I was 6 or 7 with my kindle fire 7 I listened to the whole ocean eyes album (deluxe edition album) Owl city will forever be one of my favorite artist.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      I love that!! 🤗 Ocean Eyes is definitely the soundtrack of my childhood haha. I can still turn it on literally any day and love it just as much.

  • @MistyLunaLotus
    @MistyLunaLotus Год назад +2

    I was so happy to go to my first concert in 2009, an Owl City concert in Baltimore, MD and now 14 years later I'm going to my second Owl City concert in October ❤

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      That's so amazing!! You went so early on! I'm going to see him for the first time in just a few weeks and I can't wait!!

  • @gbolahandixon5905
    @gbolahandixon5905 4 месяца назад +2

    Strawberry avalanche disrespect lol I love that song, one of my fav.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  4 месяца назад

      Oh no 🫣🫣🫣 I'm sowwy 👉👈

  • @ald4104
    @ald4104 Год назад +4

    You are crazy, but crazy like me. I like you

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      🤣 🤣 🤣 This might be my new favorite comment

  • @sherrystrawn7628
    @sherrystrawn7628 Год назад +3

    I tend to gravitate towards his melancholy tunes. Three of my favorites are Silhouette.. My Muse, and If My Heart Was A House. 💖

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Those are some wonderful picks

  • @crishayneee
    @crishayneee Год назад +3

    I love how this video found its way to my recommendations. Very happy to come across an Adam Young fan like me, we're a rare breed! I love you and (even though I'm just a few minutes into it,) I love this video!!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Thank you so much for checking out the video! I know... it's a long one to consume in one sitting haha. I'm glad you're liking it though!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      And thanks for dropping a comment! Welcome to the channel!! :)

  • @WlngDlngBat
    @WlngDlngBat Год назад +2

    I loved this video, you covered so much! I've been listening to Owl City ever since his first album came out, and I've been loving his music ever since. And you introduced me to a few hidden gems I hadn't found yet, but can now add to my playlist(s)! Thank you!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Thank you!! I'm so glad you liked it 🤗🤗 also glad I could introduce a few new ones! I absolutely love his music 🎶
      Thanks for commenting and welcome to the channel, Sierra! ☺️

  • @jepe15
    @jepe15 Год назад +2

    It's so nice to finally find someone who also crazy about Adam Young!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Yey!! ☺️ So glad to meet someone else who loves his music! ☺️ What are some of your favorite songs?

  • @arenmoore2516
    @arenmoore2516 Год назад +4

    Designer Skyline is my favorite OC song. Maybe I’m Dreaming is my favorite album. Rainbow Veins is one of my top 3 on that album. Super Honeymoon is my number 1 haha.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      I absolutely love those picks! Everytime I look back on this video I feel like I was too harsh on Rainboy Veins. That song and Super Honeymoon are 🔥🔥🔥

    • @arenmoore2516
      @arenmoore2516 Год назад +1

      ​@@JoelAbshier Haha I was actually going to say "if you listen to Rainbow Veins enough be careful it'll grow on you"!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      @@arenmoore2516 that whole album is like that. I can't believe how good it is for how early it was in his career.

    • @arenmoore2516
      @arenmoore2516 Год назад +1

      @@JoelAbshier Totally! So true.

  • @ScarecrowEdits
    @ScarecrowEdits Год назад +6

    Great video! My ranking would definitely be a little different but I do agree that Adam doesn't make bad music so its hard to rate it all. To answer your question, I can't pick one one song as my favourite. its actually impossible, I think. Adams music is so closely associated with different stages and memories in my life that I couldn't choose just one. I'll just say I enjoy 99% of his music immensely and I am enjoying Coco Moon an awful lot with Kelly Time and Under the Circus Lights being my favs.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Thank you so much! Yeah, even looking back at this video I have some songs I'd like to change already! I love his music so much and it's hard to put anything beneath another. Coco Moon has been seriously fire though!
      I think you're experience with his music is so cool. I totally relate to having songs that were really significant at certain stages of my life, but have been replaced with some different ones. That's one of the coolest things about following someone for so long.

    • @ScarecrowEdits
      @ScarecrowEdits Год назад +1

      @@JoelAbshier I'm sure any list I made would change week to week. I went through a period years ago listening to All Things Bright and Beautiful on repeat for months and completely burnt myself out on it. I've only just recently come back to that album to re-experience and re-appreciate it all over again. Ocean Eyes and Maybe I'm Dreaming were my gaming albums as a kid and I loved listening to them while playing RPGs. Adam's music has shaped me so much and I'm looking forward to whatever he creates next.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      It's so cool how the experience of an album can completely change depending on where you're at. Adam's music is really perfect for that too, with his style of lyrics. I'm deep in a Coco Moon phase right now, haha.

  • @sad-yellow...
    @sad-yellow... 8 месяцев назад +2

    This is a great video, I'm so glad somebody finally made this

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  8 месяцев назад

      Thank you so much!! I'm so glad you liked it 😊

  • @davidtang2549
    @davidtang2549 Год назад +1

    It's so true to the lyrics🤣. Some guy had a really good comment on it: "It's just some random thoughts that pops off in his mind🤣"

  • @elkien3
    @elkien3 Год назад +2

    1:56:23 I definitely consider it as being all imagination, as he says "lets spend the afternoon in a *cold* hot air balloon" :D I imagine some kids playing in a old hot air balloon that was stashed away in a basement.
    My favorite Owl City songs are my favorites for different reasons so I can't just pick one sorry. xD
    I can probably narrow it down to Lucid Dream, Silhouette, Up All Night, Vanilla Twilight, Fireflies, On the Wing, Lonely Lullaby, If My Heart was a House.
    I am very thankful for To The Sky since that was the OC first song I heard, playing on the credits of the owl movie xP.
    I like the structure of old Saltwater Room but the new one is definitely crisper and cleaner.

  • @gabriellecarreon
    @gabriellecarreon 9 месяцев назад +2

    On The Wing is such a timeless song top tier for me! Also, not sure if it was mentioned, but Adam's cover of T Swift's Enchanted is also cool

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  8 месяцев назад

      Heck yes it is! I'm glad he's still playing it live so much!
      Also enchanted is sooo good too. I actually skipped over his covers for this video though

  • @dumbage
    @dumbage 11 месяцев назад +1

    my favorite owl city song is how i became the sea, but my favorite adam song is if the trees had eyes they’d be gazing at you on aquarium

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  10 месяцев назад +1

      I totally missed Aquarium on this video 😭🙈 But those are such great picks. I feel like How I Became the Sea has grown on me over this last year

  • @Sethsimracing
    @Sethsimracing 6 месяцев назад +2

    Owl City is basically the only artist I listen to! He is the GOAT!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  2 месяца назад

      Yesss! I love him so much

  • @Nanerpus27
    @Nanerpus27 8 месяцев назад +1

    Finished the video and loved it. Your dedication is just amazing. Gotta say, my number 1 Owl City song constantly changes, but I think it's a tossup between Wolf Bite and Cave In. Midsummer Station is my easy winner for best album; everything but Take it All Away is a masterpiece or just really darn good. Again though, thanks for making this video, and I'll be excited for your takes on whatever Adam does next :)

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  8 месяцев назад

      Hey thank you so so much! 🙏 So glad you liked the video! Cave In is such an amazing song. I was so glad he did it when I saw him for the first time this year.
      I'm already gearing up for the Coco Moon Deluxe tier list next week 🤭 🤭

  • @moonnoodleracketlife6819
    @moonnoodleracketlife6819 9 месяцев назад +1

    Bro thank you so much for making this video, it makes the world a better place :) So glad I stumbled upon it!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  9 месяцев назад

      Thank you so much!! I'm so glad you liked it!

  • @Ernest-m-Edwards
    @Ernest-m-Edwards 2 месяца назад

    My favorite album by Owl City is Cinematic. It just honestly gives me nostalgia, especially New York City and Montana. I was 9 when it came out, and I am turning 16 this year, so it's the soundtrack to my late childhood. I love all of these songs, and kudos to Adam and how he's created amazing songs over his career and I am glad to call him one of my all-time favorite artists.

  • @letsgototoro3413
    @letsgototoro3413 Год назад +2

    West Coast Friendship, Swimming in Miami and Cave In have always been my favourites ❤ Thank you so much for this video! I've been an Owl City fan since 2014 when Ultraviolet came out. Amazing!!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Thank you so much for checking out the video and for dropping a comment!! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. I really love those 3 songs! That pre-chorus to West Coast Friendship gets my hyped 😅 And I personally relate to Cave In so much!
      Thank you again and welcome to the channel!. I hope I'll see you around the comments more! Also, I saw you upload a bunch of Nightcore versions of Owl City songs on your channel and checked them out! 🥳

    • @letsgototoro3413
      @letsgototoro3413 Год назад +1

      @@JoelAbshier Thank you so much!

  • @iuxbaesuzystan
    @iuxbaesuzystan Год назад +3

    As a Pop Punk fan, Dementia is my 100% favorite. Up All Night, The Saltwater Room, and The Real World is up there too. (From the new Coco Moon my favorite is Sons of Thunder)

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Thanks for commenting Suzy! 🤗 Nice to meet another Owl City fan!! Also, I love your picks! Saltwater Room and Real World are some of my absolute favorites too

    • @iuxbaesuzystan
      @iuxbaesuzystan Год назад +1

      @@JoelAbshier Fireflies got me into OC when the song first came out been a fan ever since. 😀

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      ​@@iuxbaesuzystanYessss

  • @nick15684
    @nick15684 Год назад +3

    Sky Sailing was such a hidden gem when I discovered it like 4 years ago. I knew he had a lot of side projects before Owl City, and the amount of gems on that one album is crazy. All Things Bright and Beautiful is also highly underrated. It was released right after Ocean Eyes, and unfortunately was never as popular, but it has so many great songs, many of his best.
    Honestly, I feel bad for all the people that only know him for Fireflies, because they are missing out on an entire world of awesome music. Fireflies is his magnum opus, and it'll undoubtedly be the song he's remembered most for, but he is certainly much more than that. I'm glad more people are realizing that.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад

      Hey Nick! Thanks so much! Yeah, I couldn't agree more. It's amazing how much of his work isn't really tracked anywhere. I wish all of his side-projects were available under one simple "Adam Young" name so we didn't have to work so hard to hunt them down.
      I agree that All Things Bright and Beautiful is an awesome one. Honestly, it never has a dull track on the whole thing and has such good ones like Plant Life, Deer in the Headlights, and my personal fave Yacht Club 😅 Haven't found many people who like that one with me though.
      I always feel so mixed. Like, I'm so glad that people know Fireflies and that it's so beloved, but it does break my heart that that is the only song most people know. He has so many great songs and such a wide range of musical and lyrical talent. I just wish I could share it with more people!
      Also, big welcome to the channel! I hope to catch ya around in the comments more! :)

    • @rubylillies867
      @rubylillies867 Год назад

      I was one of those people who only knew him for one song. 10+ years later I listened to his discography and I love it!

  • @spainishheron
    @spainishheron Год назад +2

    Reading this coment section I think I am one of the newest fans, only starting in Janurary 2022 after 'good times' was randomly played on the radio one night.
    I didn't have a favorite group at the time and as I discovered more songs I liked him even more until now that he is officially my favorite "group" / singer. I can't wait to see him live one day although I still need to listen to a lot of OWL CITY's songs ( I probably only listened to 20% lol 😅😅)

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  Год назад +1

      Hey! Welcome to the channel (and the Owl City fans 🥳)! Honestly, before making this video I had no idea how many people there were who had been fans so long. The response to this video has really surprised me.
      So glad you stumbled across Adam's music last year 🤗 And I love that he's already your favorite in such a short time! What's been your favorite song of his that you've heard so far??

    • @spainishheron
      @spainishheron Год назад

      @@JoelAbshier it's hard to choose one as I keep discovering new songs every day but if I had to pick one right now it would be Cinematic, On the wing and Back Home (all from different albums 😜)

  • @legoboy-ox2kx
    @legoboy-ox2kx 3 месяца назад +2

    My favorite songs are Plant Life and Tip of the Iceberg!

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  2 месяца назад

      Tip of the iceberg definitely deserves more love!

  • @Yorkshire.pudding
    @Yorkshire.pudding 9 месяцев назад +1

    As a massive owl city fan, it’s so interesting to see someone who loves owl city and Adam young, but have like the opposite taste in his music! But I love it! We have some similar opinions but some very different and I loved comparing x

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  9 месяцев назад

      That's so awesome! Yeah I love seeing comments and hearing what songs people love and why, especially when they're different opinions than mine. Actually a few comments on here have made me like some songs I ranked lower even more

  • @cecilykuykendall5669
    @cecilykuykendall5669 7 месяцев назад +1

    Lucid Dreams destroys me every single time i listen to it. I have felt the way it makes my insides surge, for anything else. It never fails to make me feel like im hurdling through the middle of a cosmos.

    • @JoelAbshier
      @JoelAbshier  6 месяцев назад

      Yeah Lucid Dream just hits! I feel like that's one of the few songs where he goes for max intensity (like Tornado) and it's soooo good.