Missy Higgins - A Complicated Truth (Official Video)

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  • Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
  • Missy Higgins - ‘A Complicated Truth’
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    Tom Macdonald | Creative Director
    Brian Purnell | Director/Videographer/Editor
    Jessica Galea | Producer
    Production Company | Mushroom Creative House
    Paris Dudfield | Production Assistant
    Hicham Wahid | Videographer/Colourist
    Ben Callaghan | Videographer
    Tyson Fava | Videographer
    Also appearing:
    Elana Stone - backing vocals
    Sarah Belkner - backing vocals
    Zoe Hauptmann - backing vocals
    Louise Horwood - horns
    Tour crew:
    Emma Goodland - Tour Manager
    Casey Hilliard - Production Manager
    Brent Gray - Sound Engineer
    Kait Hall - Lighting Design
    Matthew ‘Boz' Boaro - Monitors
    LYRICS
    The trees are swaying out the window and you’re not with me today
    You’re with him and that’s okay. That’s okay.
    I hope you’re running round in circles, hope you’re laughing till you drop
    I hope you’re feeling safe, I hope you’re feeling loved
    The days are longer when you’re not here, I’ve been staring at the skyWondering what I used to do with all my time
    You’re a universe of starlight bursting out of every seam
    And the house is so damn quiet when you leave
    You’ve been asking lots of questions lately, trying to figure out
    Why the endings in your books don’t match ours
    And it breaks my heart trying to find some words you’ll understand
    Cos baby nothing about this was in the plan
    All that I can tell you is a complicated truth
    I’ll always love your daddy, cos together we made you
    From the moment I first met him I knew everything would change
    Your daddy woke my heart up in the kitchen that day
    He wore no metal armour, rode a vesper not a horse
    But I’d never felt so seen and so adored
    We loved each other’s faulty parts, we kissed each other’s wounds
    Till one day we were opening them too
    And I know your books don’t end like that, I know it’s hard to take
    A promise is a promise you say
    And all that I can tell you is a complicated truth
    I’ll always love your daddy
    But now our love is something new
    Now I’m walking past your empty bedroom, turning off the lights
    And I’m hoping that he’s tucked you in tight
    Cos I haven’t had the answers lately
    Haven’t known what to say
    When you ask me why love runs away
    And all that I can give you are these complicated truths
    Sometimes happiness is the hardest thing to choose
    But I’ll always love your daddy, cos together we made you

КОМЕНТАРІ • 72

  • @Jem71743
    @Jem71743 Місяць тому +39

    My husband moved out a year ago today. This video popped up on my feed and it completely floored me. Your songs have spoken to me at so many points in my life and this one really hit home. Our situation may be a little different but I know that feeling of trying to explain the unexplainable to a small person who just wants to understand and knowing that you cant give them the one thing they really want. Sending you love and solidarity. Thank you for sharing these pieces of you that speak so deeply to others.

  • @johnmac777
    @johnmac777 Місяць тому +28

    How to make an 84 year man cry. Beautiful and moving song and performance. 😍

    • @melbguy1
      @melbguy1 28 днів тому +2

      Count a 53 yo bloke on that list as well...and I've never even been married or been a father.

  • @sarahhill1492
    @sarahhill1492 Місяць тому +13

    If only every child had a parent who could write a beautiful song to cover every emotional situation. Unbelievably beautiful song.

  • @LanaAbby83
    @LanaAbby83 5 годин тому +1

    You have always been the best storyteller and always get the words just right. Thank you for still making music that hits home.x

  • @compostdave
    @compostdave Місяць тому +23

    I'll soon be having this conversation with my youngest daughter so this one really struck a nerve. Another fantastic song by one of the best song writers of the last 50 years

    • @Mububban23
      @Mububban23 Місяць тому +3

      Good luck with everything

  • @luise.arista125
    @luise.arista125 Місяць тому +14

    God, this album is going to be heartbreaking. Beautiful, as always, but heartbreaking.

    • @ThereseMcLean
      @ThereseMcLean 9 днів тому

      Missy warned us at her concert that the new album would indeed be heartbreaking 💔

  • @blacksheep6683
    @blacksheep6683 Місяць тому +13

    The trees are swaying out the window and you're not with me today
    You're with him and that's okay. That's okay.
    I hope you're running round in circles, hope you're laughing till you drop
    I hope you're feeling safe, I hope you're feeling loved
    The days are longer when you're not here, I've been staring at the sky
    Wondering what I used to do with all my time
    You're a universe of starlight bursting out of every seam
    And the house is so damn quiet when you leave
    You've been asking lots of questions lately, trying to figure out
    Why the endings in your books don't match ours
    And it breaks my heart trying to find some words you'll understand
    Cause baby nothing about this was in the plan
    All that I can tell you is a complicated truth
    I'll always love your daddy, cause together we made you
    From the moment I first met him I knew everything would change
    Your daddy woke my heart up in the kitchen that day
    He wore no metal armour, rode a vesper not a horse
    But I'd never felt so seen and so adored
    We loved each other's faulty parts, we kissed each other's wounds
    Till one day we were opening them too
    And I know your books don't end like that, I know it's hard to take
    A promise is a promise you say
    And all that I can tell you is a complicated truth
    I'll always love your daddy
    But now our love is something new
    Now I'm walking past your empty bedroom, turning off the lights
    And I'm hoping that he's tucked you in tight
    Cause I haven't had the answers lately
    Haven't known what to say
    When you ask me why love runs away
    And all that I can give you are these complicated truths
    Sometimes happiness is the hardest thing to choose
    But I'll always love your daddy, cause together we made you

  • @cristianstrahorn3716
    @cristianstrahorn3716 Місяць тому +14

    I don't even have kids, I'm not married, and I haven’t been divorced. But this song brought me to tears... That's the power of Missy's song writing. Just amazing! Been a fan since Sound of White ❤

    • @shanesemathis5568
      @shanesemathis5568 Місяць тому +3

      Same here. No kids, never married, but brought to tears. Her music has this magical ability to do that to you 💛

    • @vicster838
      @vicster838 14 годин тому +1

      Same here but Missy has been a part of my journey in life as well. ❤

  • @scottlawrie8445
    @scottlawrie8445 Місяць тому +11

    Missy we have followed your journey from afar for over 20 years and this is a testament to your courage to never stop moving forward ❤

  • @paulseitz672
    @paulseitz672 Місяць тому +23

    My wife and I split when our daughter was 4. This song brought me right back there. The video may as well have been audio only as I couldn’t see it through the tears. Once when I was bringing her back to her Mum’s she told that we don’t have enough time; she was five. Breaks my heart even now. She’ll be 20 in October. All we want for our children is to be happy, healthy and loved. Beautiful song! Thank you.

  • @phillipaaldridge5048
    @phillipaaldridge5048 Місяць тому +12

    Such a talented story teller. This is a beautiful thing to give your kids. Keep being wonderful. ❤

  • @shanesemathis5568
    @shanesemathis5568 Місяць тому +4

    I’m single, never married, and have no children, but brought to tears. Another beautifully vulnerable song Missy 💛

  • @deemolloy5123
    @deemolloy5123 Місяць тому +11

    I was there in Frankston back in March and the Palais in May to hear this live and I have been waiting for you to release it. Just an amazing song with such true lyrics that resonate with so many. You are the soundtrack to our lives Missy and we are blessed to have you share your truth so beautifully with us, Thank you x

  • @teawarrior
    @teawarrior Місяць тому +6

    Had the chance to see her in Sydney just recently and this one had my friend and I holding back our tears, didn't work of course.
    It's such a beautiful song, I can't wait for the new album.

  • @georgelorimer6335
    @georgelorimer6335 Місяць тому +9

    Sending much love from Ireland ❤☘️

  • @cydelegs
    @cydelegs Місяць тому +6

    Just WOW, been listening to Chappell Roan a lot lately and she reminds me of so many great artists, one of which is Missy in terms or song construction & lyrical economy as well as vocal technique.
    Along with Vanessa & Delta, her songwriting just gets better with every year.

  • @MegsuiPhoenix
    @MegsuiPhoenix Місяць тому +7

    Watched this in awe in Brisbane & with tears streaming missy. So beautiful & relatable. Thank you for sharing. My beautiful angels were 8 months & 3 yo when it happened. It’s been 2 years & what a wild ride. Soo amazing to see you returning home to yourself again missy! Thank you for 20 years of validating songs that help sooth the heartaches.

  • @Jesse-B
    @Jesse-B Місяць тому +10

    Beautiful, Missy Higgins, Brava.

  • @MorosSilverwing
    @MorosSilverwing Місяць тому +7

    I'm a child of separated parents. They separated when i was 3 and i don't remember them being together but this was something i needed to hear. Ty.

  • @laurarepetti3449
    @laurarepetti3449 Місяць тому +6

    This one is heartbreakingly beautiful Missy ❤‍🩹❤‍🩹❤‍🩹

  • @ThereseMcLean
    @ThereseMcLean 28 днів тому +3

    Oh Missy, saw you perform this live last week at the State Theatre in Sydney and it made me cry then and again now. I'm preparing myself to visit my mum's house for the first time since she died 18 months ago and I'm imagining the "walking past your empty bedroom" ...

  • @judymiller8831
    @judymiller8831 Місяць тому +4

    Beautiful @missyhiggins. I miss seeing you live. I’ve shared this. I’ve bought your piano music, but can not afford to see you right now, but I’m cheering from the sidelines. I love you.

  • @ash-2777
    @ash-2777 Місяць тому +7

    heartbreakingly beautiful missy, thank you for creating this

  • @Sapphicamazon1
    @Sapphicamazon1 Місяць тому +6

    Missy that was so eloquently versed, and I'm sure she will understand and love your honesty more and more xx hugs from the UK ❤❤

  • @jzajk3682
    @jzajk3682 Місяць тому +8

    What a beautiful song! I wish you would tour North America. ❤

  • @happiness6177
    @happiness6177 Місяць тому +5

    😢Wow...Such Beautiful Lyrics to a little 5yr old💔😢Beautifully Presented Missy as Always❤wish I was there❤😊

  • @painite7211
    @painite7211 Місяць тому +7

    What a treat this is!!

  • @kyliesmart8563
    @kyliesmart8563 Місяць тому +5

    Thankyou Missy :) beautiful song xx

  • @catherineconway8142
    @catherineconway8142 Місяць тому +5

    I was so lucky to be at this concert in St Kilda! This song is so beautiful, only time I've ever been in tears at a concert. Love your music so much Missy, thank you for sharing such a personal story with all of us, I'm sure there are many who have gone through this same tough experience who would have felt so seen through this song

  • @clive0956
    @clive0956 Місяць тому +4

    Absolutely beautiful!

  • @claudiamorelli4018
    @claudiamorelli4018 Місяць тому +5

    Wow ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @auntyem76
    @auntyem76 Місяць тому +6

    A powerful writing from the heart. ❤

  • @Galaxy_squad_Moon
    @Galaxy_squad_Moon Місяць тому +3

    Thank you 🤗

  • @happiness6177
    @happiness6177 51 хвилина тому

    😢So Beautiful but...💔😢💔Beautifully presented Missy you're a ❤National Treasure❤so sad for you💔😢

  • @BirdieHaze2207
    @BirdieHaze2207 2 дні тому

    So beautiful ❤💔

  • @robertfantasticsinginggreatson
    @robertfantasticsinginggreatson Місяць тому +5

    Fantastic moving song Missy ,love the song

  • @victorialancaster4414
    @victorialancaster4414 День тому

    Just beautiful 🥰

  • @7star7storm7
    @7star7storm7 Місяць тому +3

    Lovely ⭐❤🇦🇺

  • @sarahwaldin
    @sarahwaldin Місяць тому +5

    As always, nailed it! It’s this heart-wrenching and hearing your words reminds me of how hard it’s been with my kids (who were older than yours but equally confused by the adult stuff). Thank you 🙏

  • @scotty3538
    @scotty3538 Місяць тому +3

    You’re good Missy

  • @Jayne_Maya
    @Jayne_Maya Місяць тому +4

    Oh missy.. you’ve made me cry. Beautiful 😭❤️

  • @teresamay3063
    @teresamay3063 Місяць тому +1

    I dream one day ypu play here in the UK. Your music travelled around Oz with me(2007-2009) helped me through some big life changing challenges, and now this stunning song, as a single parent..... Oh Thank you so much for your magical musical masterpieces. Love your music. Love & light
    🎧🙏🏽💗🎶💗🙏🏽🎧

  • @beetee1878
    @beetee1878 Місяць тому +4

    That made me cry. A beautiful song.

  • @brucebanner5073
    @brucebanner5073 Місяць тому +3

    Brilliant writing as usual from you ❤❤❤❤

  • @alexislogan3744
    @alexislogan3744 6 днів тому

    Absolutely Beautiful song❤

  • @brunalouise
    @brunalouise Місяць тому +4

    That made me cry, wow, beautiful ❤️

  • @deganellis
    @deganellis Місяць тому +2

    Amazing song Missy!

  • @Pumpkin-vg1ur
    @Pumpkin-vg1ur Місяць тому +4

    Such heart wrenching lyrics...a beautiful truth. Wishing your family healing and peace as you transition towards new adventures x

  • @ruthclark2104
    @ruthclark2104 Місяць тому +3

    sweet and bittersweet in the best way.

  • @maryandthecrane
    @maryandthecrane Місяць тому +1

    So heart felt and raw.
    Beautiful beautiful

  • @catdog726
    @catdog726 28 днів тому

    Missy this is a great song, brought back memories thanks ❤

  • @Zookeeper.
    @Zookeeper. Місяць тому +1

    Complex as Reality.. Got You 😊

  • @preppymaisyxoxo9369
    @preppymaisyxoxo9369 Місяць тому +4

    Love this❤

  • @Abenthy2
    @Abenthy2 6 днів тому

    Missy, you are an Australian icon. Love your music

  • @christopherjeffreys7835
    @christopherjeffreys7835 Місяць тому +1

    So much love unconditionally this brought teàrs to my eyés

  • @songkid
    @songkid Місяць тому +2

    Sounds great! 🤜🏼💥🤛🏼

  • @ColeRobinson99
    @ColeRobinson99 Місяць тому +2

    Omg chills 😢❤❤

  • @GordonPavilion
    @GordonPavilion Місяць тому +2

  • @22mangles
    @22mangles Місяць тому +1

    Tanunda ❤

  • @janettesessarago4690
    @janettesessarago4690 3 години тому

    👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @kyliestorm_music
    @kyliestorm_music Місяць тому +1

    You look so beautiful.

  • @Apoz
    @Apoz Місяць тому

    Wow it's actually a good song, from 04:00 onwards!
    Idk what was going on in the first few min though.
    Nice vocals & instrumentals after first 4 min!!

    • @Apoz
      @Apoz Місяць тому

      03:44* check for yourself, before and after is night and day :)

    • @georgina3054
      @georgina3054 Місяць тому

      @@Apozmaybe it’s your internet

  • @michellejoyce4697
    @michellejoyce4697 3 дні тому

    My divorce was the absolutely hardest decision I ever made. At the same time, it was essential. I hope my son will eventually understand.

  • @billdefrances4314
    @billdefrances4314 Місяць тому

    You never even got close to answering her questions……