His chord progressions are just on a different level and the way he worked with what he had available is insane early on. Genius songwriter and prolific as hell check out "Dancing on the highway''.
One man orchestra. Lyrics, songwriting, singing, multiple instrumentalist. If only you could see Elliott, aren't you missed by all...too talented for this stupid world maybe. Rip brother
I’m pretty sure the last 30 seconds of this Son of Sam song is one of the best conclusion ending I have ever heard. This dude was the guy that comes around every like 50 yrs, he was basically every Beatle rolled into one west coast USA guy !
Sorry to bother, would you happen to know who sings the song in abit of the trailer part at the begining. It goes Open up the door and let me in, I dont wana stand outside Feel it in the tips of my fingers and on my toes. Many thankyois
You definitely get very Lennon vibes throughout this song and video. Interesting you bring up the west coast because personally, he reminds me a lot of Brian Wilson.
yyessss, it's just so good. "shiva open her bones now to make sure i don't get too far" with those back vocals and the guitar in the back. i wish elliott was still alive to see what kind of music he would create nowadays, but even so, he lives on through his music.
Anyone else and it would be, but with Elliott Smith it makes sense. I know what you mean. I wouldn't say I'm better, but listening to him makes me feel like my thoughts are in someone else's head.
When I see him alive in his music videos it makes me think, how can dead people be more alive than living people? His music definitely makes him immortal.
I only found out about Elliott Smith 2 years ago, but still to this day I'm blown away by how good his music is. Like literally, It's absolutely insane how this stuff just came out of his head.
@@qvolecompa You're in for a treat my friend. Listen to all of his albums. My favorites are Figure 8 and Either/Or. Still to this day he's my favorite artist.
And in case you didn't know he plays all the instruments on his records (there's a sax in XO, not sure about that one but I wouldn't be surprised if that was him too), unlike most bands/artists.
Love Elliott Smith and in particular this album. I was an awkward teen who was also in the closet and it was great to hear this guy marching to his own drum. Also love that his music figures into the book and film Love, Simon.
this song came on mtv2 in the middle of the night when i was in high school. I instantly fell in love with Elliot Smith's music. I could not believe what I was hearing. I said the name "Elliot Smith" over and over so I would not forget.
Elliott Smith is one of the best to capture emotions, to concentrate feelings in his songs... All you have to do is close your eyes during one of Elliott Smith's songs and be so overwhelmed, so vulnerable, exposed... That is the power of Elliott Smith.
Something's happening Don't speak too soon I told the boss off, made my move Got nowhere to go Son of Sam Son of the shining path, the clouded mind The couple killer each and every time I'm not uncomfortable feeling weird Lonely leered, options disappeared But I know what to do Son of Sam, son of a doctor's touch, a nurse's love Acting under orders from above King for a day Son of Sam Son of the shining path, the clouded mind The couple killer running out of time Shiva opens her arms now To make sure I don't get too far I may talk in my sleep tonight Cos I don't know what I am I'm a little like you More like Son of Sam Songwriters: Beato, Rick / Smith, Brent
Confusing ! The songwriters you mentioned wrote for the band Shinedown, they have a song named 'Son of Sam', too ! Eliott Smith wrote all of bis songs himself (afaik) ;)
Elliot just kept getting better... I remember him responding in an interview, when asked about why he played all the parts on an album, that 'if you don't play you will not improve' , and how 'he just loved being creative and writing songs everyday' or something along that idea, if not those words... Well, Elliot certainly was a good example about how even those blessed with talent, could continue to improve if they worked hard enough. Elliot certainly worked hard at his art. Genius takes a lot of dedication and hard work. I so wish he was still with us, as one cannot really even imagine what he would be creating by now... Thankfully he left us with a wonderful catalog, full of variety, to listen too whenever we choose...
@@ahousefellonme well kinda, he speaks about black balloons as specific references to heroin but im not 100% that the imagery of chasing a balloon here only plays the role of representing his dependancy.
I like to think that it was incredibly introspective and poignant on his part to write a song about a serial killer who killed couples. Imagine you blame yourself for failed relationship after failed relationship. The couple killer, each and every time. He saw himself as the serial killer of his relationships.
@@MiloMayhow is the name arbitrary when he makes specific references within the song to the serial killer known as ‘son of Sam’ (beyond the title and chorus) ? Either that’s not what was said in that interview, he said something that you misinterpreted or Elliott was screwing with the interviewer in some way, because while it may not be, in totality, about son of Sam, (as is often the case with great songs, of course it may be dealing with other things than that subject) it definitely makes more than one reference to a the serial killer in question. It wasn’t arbitrary, he may have used som of Sam as a metaphor or whatever but it deals with a serial killer. That is part of its subject.
@@RBGRBGRBGRBG "My friend Sam Coomes from Quasi was on tour with me for most of last year. But then there's also Uncle Sam, and then there's the serial killer Son Of Sam. It's certainly not about him." "The song was not about the real life "Son of Sam", serial killer David Berkowitz. Smith explained, "It's not about the serial killer. I'm not sure exactly what it's about because it's just sort of like telling someone a dream you had last night. There are some destructive figures in it, 'Son of Sam', Shiva... but Shiva's also associated with creativity... I'm not sure... it's just an impressionistic song about destruction and creativity, I guess, if it's about anything."
@@MiloMay like I believe I said, or at least touched upon, what he means when he said: ‘that’s not what it’s about’ is that it’s clearly about more than that. But there are specific references to the serial killer used. So it may not be ‘about’ him, but it does in at least a sense or two, deal with him as an element to tell the story the song is telling.
what a wonderful goove. Melancholic, but also full of life. And such a great voice, with a lot of feeling in it, but never dramatic or over the top. It's a shame that this talented musician died so early in life. It makes me sad.
I saw this on Rage in 2013 when The Sunnyboys guest programmed the show. Was blown away how beautiful and moving the song was....bought the album and now a full fledged Elliot Smith fan
Did anybody else buy the Elliott Smith book? It has interviews and everything in it. It explains the entire red balloon scenario and what it means. It's amazing.
This video is so timeless, it speaks about Elliott Smith's music as it is still relevant. Can't believe this was made 18 years ago which was the first time I saw him live.
Same here. It almost seems like a slam dunk. Usually the criticism I hear has absolutely nothing to do with the music, but with the label and production. I love the production, it still sounds incredibly fresh yet vintage at the same time. It's a monster, and for me, one of the best records ever made by anybody.
Attestation of the transitory nature of life to have come across Elliott Smith's music 20 years posthumously. Shocking to read about his violent death; his voice sounds sweet.
True legend...those 210 thumbs down clearly have no music taste at all, probably all sat under a bridge somewhere, judging and hating real sound from a REAL musician.R I P Elliott Smith
@@concars1234 i agree. he was an addict if he was to kill himself he would have most likely done it that way. no one really stabs themself unless there really going crazy.
THIS FREAKIN GUY IS AMAZING IM SO HAPPY I FOUND THIS MAN HE IS GREAT AND EVEN THO HE'S DEAD HE LEFT SOME DOPE MUSIC TO LISTEN SO BE HAPPY WITH DEAD. THE MAN IS AMONG US
I remembered this song form years ago on mtv (back when they still played music) but could'nt remember who it was by or what it was called, with google and spotify i finally managed to find it today after looking on and off for a while. so glad i found it. Thanks for putting the video up.
my favorite song ever. seems inspired by a short film "The Red Ballon" my GF watched it and was telling me about it I showed her this video.. she knows the song and her jaw dropped.
As a not american person, i never heard about the "son of sam" killer. I interpret the lyrics like theres a legion of people in the USA who lack of parents love and education make them just sons of uncle sam, orphans of many things, struggling to survive. The "king of day" part always get me, its like their fake happiness throught the drugs. Before you throw a rock in my mouth, its just my interpretation. Stay with Shiva! :)
The song is definitely referencing the killer on the surface level. It's possible there's more meaning, in which case, it's possible "son of Sam" is meant to double as a reference for Americans.
Those who are here cause we love this man's music,it's not just the song writing and arranging,which are sublime,or the sheer musical talent-(on a multitude of different instruments);his musicality; His ears receivers. The courage to open his heart and move people,and to articulate the feelings many of us have,the kind that are often too raw of pull out of ourselves let alone express so beautifully. But for me personally,although he was on my radar,as an artist i was very keen to explore,i didn't actually listen to any of his songs until....well until the universe slung it onto me EXACTLY when I needed to hear it the most. Same with Beach Boys Pet sounds,& Grace by Jeff Buckley,(and Nirvana too).... wouldn't have REALLY "Gotten them" so much if they'd "came" to me at a different time in my life. Ye,rip Elliot man,and thanks for making me feel less alone in the hard times and inspired by other songs.Ur missed...u inspired even my kids first name. You're music is much missed,as I know u are to.Good sir,i doff my hat to you!
Apart from any interpretations of the lyrics, I've noticed something that might've been neglected, or maybe is just a matter of my own intepretation; could be right, could be wrong but notice the line: "Son of Sam/Son of the shining path..." where, in the song, the "Sam" kind of fades and connect with the next "Son" which reminded me of Samson, the biblical figure, the man of an enormous power and strength that was given to him by God. The hostile Philistines wanted to find out the truth behind his strength thus they hired a woman named Dalilah to lure him, whom Samson fell in love with. The truth was - his power and strength lied in his long hair. Dalilah cut it when he was asleep, depriving him of his power, and informed the Philistines who plucked his eyes out and made a slave out of him. The lyrics of Smith's song is interpreted either as 1) enlightment 2) the serial killer 3) the difficulty in forming healthy relationships with people after childhood filled with abuse. It's good, there's always a different interpretation for all of the listeners but idk, maybe I'm misinterpreting or something, or it could be another proof for Elliot having been a genius songwriter.
Yellow King what about rock and morty? I found out about Elliott Smith in 2011.on Guitar Hero 5. But what's this about my favourite show and Elliott Smith?
Im not sure if term Son of Sam existed before David Berkowitz. But this song had something to do with that case, even though Elliott said otherwise. I might be wrong, but I see it like this. The beginning of the song, you can see Elliot writing on a piece of paper, hes writing lyrics of the song, but they are not really in order, more like in a way that Berkowitz used to write his letters to police. And notice how it starts and what he wrote: -Son of Sam 2X, -Clouded mind -Something's happening. And the talking in the background sounds like hallucinations, what appareantly Berkowitz had throughout his life. "I told the boss off and made my move Got nowhere to go" After Berkowitz got discharged form the army, he began his reign of terror. "The couple killer each and every time" Berkowitz always targeted couples. "The clouded mind", "I'm not uncomfortable, feeling weird Lonely leered, options disappeared But I know what to do" - Pretty much explains the nature of a killer, in this case a loner Berkowitz. "Acting under orders from above" This is interesting and important part of the song. Berkowitz claimed that he could hear voice from demons whom ordered him what to do, kill. I might be wrong, but this makes some sense.
You're not wrong at all.. there's more hidden in the lyrics too that link it to the SoS murders [and the perps.] - note NOT every victim shot by SoS was a couple... [kinda]... Combine the lyrics with the occult references/imagery of this video and... wow
Actually it wasn't that he could "hear voice from demons" it was that his neighbors dog (whose name was Sam) was telling him to kill. which is why he was called " The Son of Sam".
This is the most intense powerpoint presentation I've ever seen.
Lmaoooo
This will forever be appreciated haha.
lol i was sad before i read this comment lmfao hahahaha
You made my stomach hurt out of laughter XDDD
The ZOOMS and special effects hahaha
That chord progression in the beginning is so amazing.
I love it too. He knew how to use great interesting chord progressions. It's one of my favourite aspects of his music.
His chord progressions are just on a different level and the way he worked with what he had available is insane early on. Genius songwriter and prolific as hell check out "Dancing on the highway''.
Love you, Elliott mou!!
Check out this video by David Bennett which decomposes Elliot's chord progressions: ua-cam.com/video/HmcSWQ3CZYg/v-deo.html
Possibly the most underrated musician ever.
I’d agree, but it’s quite a subjective topic lol
He's my greatest of all time and I can say that because again music is subjective lol. That being said, good luck convincing me otherwise.
I don't know what he should be rated relative to.. but I haven't found 1 better songwriter from say 1990 to today
I agree
concars1234 no doubt.
Getting into Elliott's music in the pandemic is one of the best decisions I've ever made.
Me too, man. Me too.
take care
Be blessed
Me too..again
Same bro he still helps us and let's hope he still will when I get enough money Ima paint his stripe mural all over the world
He’s playing all the instruments and drums too
@Heather Pequeno was is really a sad word sometime
@@kursattuncer8928 i hear ya. :/ lost my two best friends and mom. Tis life. stay safe
@@derekg8316 Sorry to hear that! Life Sucks and not picky ): thanks though
stay strong. Through whathever you can do.
@Brandon 657 There are a few songs with others playing instruments. This song, however, is performed entirely by Elliott.
One man orchestra. Lyrics, songwriting, singing, multiple instrumentalist. If only you could see Elliott, aren't you missed by all...too talented for this stupid world maybe. Rip brother
100%
I’m pretty sure the last 30 seconds of this Son of Sam song is one of the best conclusion ending I have ever heard. This dude was the guy that comes around every like 50 yrs, he was basically every Beatle rolled into one west coast USA guy !
Sorry to bother, would you happen to know who sings the song in abit of the trailer part at the begining.
It goes
Open up the door and let me in, I dont wana stand outside
Feel it in the tips of my fingers and on my toes.
Many thankyois
You definitely get very Lennon vibes throughout this song and video. Interesting you bring up the west coast because personally, he reminds me a lot of Brian Wilson.
yyessss, it's just so good. "shiva open her bones now to make sure i don't get too far" with those back vocals and the guitar in the back. i wish elliott was still alive to see what kind of music he would create nowadays, but even so, he lives on through his music.
Elliott is the G.O.A.T.
@@yoshieggx64 I get where your coming from, I Didn't Understand for starters has a Brian Wilson/Beach Boys sound.
I don't wanna sound too dramatic here, but I really think his music has made me a better person..
Anyone else and it would be, but with Elliott Smith it makes sense. I know what you mean. I wouldn't say I'm better, but listening to him makes me feel like my thoughts are in someone else's head.
Indeed.
Me 2 👌
It's def made me more sentimental and a hopeless romantic
Not dramatic at al
But same
He's not a dead man, he's a musician
One of the best quotes I’ve ever read.
@@jordanleestudios hmmmm
He is the greatest songwriter of his generation. By far. Nobody comes close.
You can throw Gavin Clark's name into the hat.
Gifted for sure
Throw Doug Martsch hat in the ring
Well I like Beck, Richard Ashcroft, there are others too. All great.
Cobain better sorry
When I see him alive in his music videos it makes me think, how can dead people be more alive than living people? His music definitely makes him immortal.
Awesome comment for an awesome song made by an awesome soul with awesome talent
"That is what's great about a photo. It never changes, even when the people in it do"
He can't be immortal if he's FUCKING DEAD
Probablya Sloth stupidity and acknowledgement about what I talk about must be a bliss for you. Troll.
That's a very nice thought. Leave it to Elliott's work to inspire us, right
I only found out about Elliott Smith 2 years ago, but still to this day I'm blown away by how good his music is. Like literally, It's absolutely insane how this stuff just came out of his head.
I am just now hearing him. Only knew of his death through the comments. May he rest in peace.
@@qvolecompa You're in for a treat my friend. Listen to all of his albums. My favorites are Figure 8 and Either/Or. Still to this day he's my favorite artist.
It came from his soul.
And in case you didn't know he plays all the instruments on his records (there's a sax in XO, not sure about that one but I wouldn't be surprised if that was him too), unlike most bands/artists.
The Mozart of indie pop music, without any exaggeration whatsoever. it's astonishing how he could just write song after song and they're all amazing.
I discovered his music 2 weeks after he played his last live show which was only a 30 min drive from me. Still hurts my soul to this day
Yeah, you're the victim here 😂 I'm teasing bro, that really does suck
At least we always have his music ! !
One of the greatest talent of this era...
And his music seems so accessible and yet so hard to emulate...
All time!
@@skatetapes12 This comment is from a year ago but I want to say that is the most factual thing I have ever heard.
No doubt about that, 🎉
I remember catching this video on MTV back in 2000, it instantly hooked me - incredible musician. RIP Elliott
Death cannot exist without life. It's a reminder that such an amazing being once graced the musical world.
Love Elliott Smith and in particular this album. I was an awkward teen who was also in the closet and it was great to hear this guy marching to his own drum. Also love that his music figures into the book and film Love, Simon.
What songs? I'm just curious because didn't see any on the Official Soundtrack and have never read the book or seen the movie.
thats cuuuttteee >_
@@parkerhunter8970 movie was a disappointment, there's only one scene simon wearing a Elliott shirt (iirc it's on trailers nothing more)
@@bBbKce Simon explains in the book that he doesn't like wearing band or singers shirts if he's never seen then live
@@finnakillyou that book is also shite, I have read the follow up of love, simon too
Not only is the song superb, the video is so stylish, so elegant. Way ahead of its time.
Autumn DeWilde!
Timeless masterpiece. Everytime my life moves in a complete cycle, this music is always here waiting for me like an old friend.
I used to live in that house on Carroll in the opening shot! Brought our first child home there. Crazy.
"Shiva opens her arms now
To make sure I don't get too far." this is probably the best quote to summarize anyone's life to come to existence.
or its an edit to appease a controlling, vile lover.
I was only a newborn when he died. I wish i was older so i would be able to meet him.
you're going to grow up to be an awesome person (not that you aren't already haha)
Thanks! :)
Don`t be in a hurry to grow up ... it's a trap!! ;)
holy fuck you are young
Ricardo Braizinha
Being old sucks.
I've been in love with this man and his music for 16 years now. Still too late to have seen him in person. :(
this song came on mtv2 in the middle of the night when i was in high school. I instantly fell in love with Elliot Smith's music. I could not believe what I was hearing. I said the name "Elliot Smith" over and over so I would not forget.
Sometimes, the most admirable people hides in plain sight
Elliott Smith is one of the best to capture emotions, to concentrate feelings in his songs... All you have to do is close your eyes during one of Elliott Smith's songs and be so overwhelmed, so vulnerable, exposed...
That is the power of Elliott Smith.
Something's happening
Don't speak too soon
I told the boss off, made my move
Got nowhere to go
Son of Sam
Son of the shining path, the clouded mind
The couple killer each and every time
I'm not uncomfortable feeling weird
Lonely leered, options disappeared
But I know what to do
Son of Sam, son of a doctor's touch, a nurse's love
Acting under orders from above
King for a day
Son of Sam
Son of the shining path, the clouded mind
The couple killer running out of time
Shiva opens her arms now
To make sure I don't get too far
I may talk in my sleep tonight
Cos I don't know what I am
I'm a little like you
More like Son of Sam
Songwriters: Beato, Rick / Smith, Brent
writersherlock Brent Smith? Like the frontman for Shinedown? He wrote for Elliott Smith?
Confusing ! The songwriters you mentioned wrote for the band Shinedown, they have a song named 'Son of Sam', too !
Eliott Smith wrote all of bis songs himself (afaik) ;)
I got really confused when I saw Rick Beato, not the right guys bro. Rick Beato is cool though, check out his UA-cam channel of you haven't.
@@girlinghallofknives ....haha,i got confused too! Rick is great! Been a sub for several years now,rock on!🤘😎
Rick Beato was a producer for many artists, so it's not out of the world of possibility.
Such a beautiful musician and human. Literally got me through my late 20's and addiction.
Elliot just kept getting better... I remember him responding in an interview, when asked about why he played all the parts on an album, that 'if you don't play you will not improve' , and how 'he just loved being creative and writing songs everyday' or something along that idea, if not those words...
Well, Elliot certainly was a good example about how even those blessed with talent, could continue to improve if they worked hard enough. Elliot certainly worked hard at his art. Genius takes a lot of dedication and hard work.
I so wish he was still with us, as one cannot really even imagine what he would be creating by now...
Thankfully he left us with a wonderful catalog, full of variety, to listen too whenever we choose...
I fucking love the whole idea of Elliott chasing a balloon ♡ this has to be my favourite music video of him
A "balloon" is a bag of heroin -- not so sure he meant the kind you blow up for parties.
@@ahousefellonme well kinda, he speaks about black balloons as specific references to heroin but im not 100% that the imagery of chasing a balloon here only plays the role of representing his dependancy.
This song introduced me to Elliott. I heard it on the radio & had to stop the car. I’d never heard anything like it before or since. Genius.
Literally Elliott's most upbeat song in his library and it's about a serial killer. RIP my friend
Its not, he has said in interviews the name is arbitrary.
I like to think that it was incredibly introspective and poignant on his part to write a song about a serial killer who killed couples. Imagine you blame yourself for failed relationship after failed relationship. The couple killer, each and every time. He saw himself as the serial killer of his relationships.
@@MiloMayhow is the name arbitrary when he makes specific references within the song to the serial killer known as ‘son of Sam’ (beyond the title and chorus) ? Either that’s not what was said in that interview, he said something that you misinterpreted or Elliott was screwing with the interviewer in some way, because while it may not be, in totality, about son of Sam, (as is often the case with great songs, of course it may be dealing with other things than that subject) it definitely makes more than one reference to a the serial killer in question. It wasn’t arbitrary, he may have used som of Sam as a metaphor or whatever but it deals with a serial killer. That is part of its subject.
@@RBGRBGRBGRBG "My friend Sam Coomes from Quasi was on tour with me for most of last year. But then there's also Uncle Sam, and then there's the serial killer Son Of Sam. It's certainly not about him."
"The song was not about the real life "Son of Sam", serial killer David Berkowitz. Smith explained, "It's not about the serial killer. I'm not sure exactly what it's about because it's just sort of like telling someone a dream you had last night. There are some destructive figures in it, 'Son of Sam', Shiva... but Shiva's also associated with creativity... I'm not sure... it's just an impressionistic song about destruction and creativity, I guess, if it's about anything."
@@MiloMay like I believe I said, or at least touched upon, what he means when he said: ‘that’s not what it’s about’ is that it’s clearly about more than that. But there are specific references to the serial killer used. So it may not be ‘about’ him, but it does in at least a sense or two, deal with him as an element to tell the story the song is telling.
The Mozart of indie pop music
what a wonderful goove. Melancholic, but also full of life. And such a great voice, with a lot of feeling in it, but never dramatic or over the top. It's a shame that this talented musician died so early in life. It makes me sad.
So far, this is my favorite song by Elliot. This guy is incredible!
If you haven't already. Check ALL of his work out, he really is one of the best songwriters ever.
The piano at 1:42 never fails to get me pumped up.
+H3atmiser The interaction between his piano and his guitar here is just fantastic. To me, Son of Sam is his Magnum Opus.
@@Krisliet I have to agree with both you and H3atmiser. I can remember exactly where I was the first time I heard this song.
heavenly!
I'm obsessed with his work. watch "the red balloon" then this video.. it's surreal
THIS IS SOOOO SOOOO GOOD. SHIT beeing a gen zeeer I wish more people my age would listen to this fucking gem. this is pure artistic genius
I saw this on Rage in 2013 when The Sunnyboys guest programmed the show. Was blown away how beautiful and moving the song was....bought the album and now a full fledged Elliot Smith fan
Way ahead of his time wish he was still here
Timeless classic. One of the best ever!
i think about him everyday
Thanks Elliott for all the great music you left us.
Did anybody else buy the Elliott Smith book? It has interviews and everything in it. It explains the entire red balloon scenario and what it means. It's amazing.
This video is so timeless, it speaks about Elliott Smith's music as it is still relevant. Can't believe this was made 18 years ago which was the first time I saw him live.
I almost forgot this song! Awesome!
I wish he was still alive
I am so glad this has 1,000,000...favorite artist, favorite song....thats a good sight.
Same here. It almost seems like a slam dunk. Usually the criticism I hear has absolutely nothing to do with the music, but with the label and production. I love the production, it still sounds incredibly fresh yet vintage at the same time. It's a monster, and for me, one of the best records ever made by anybody.
My son Elliott is named after him, and his mother's name is Samantha, so... Son of Sam
is it true?
That's lovely❤
Shoulda named him jesus
i think this is one of the best songs ever
I love you Elliott.
Attestation of the transitory nature of life to have come across Elliott Smith's music 20 years posthumously. Shocking to read about his violent death; his voice sounds sweet.
one day i wanna go to LA and visit figure 8 mural❤, this is my bucket list in my life ❤
What a talented man Elliott was. Such a shame he's gone
Monochromatic wall/balloon is AWESOME. BE GREAT W/LOTS OF INTERESTING SHAPES INVISIBLE BY DAY & VISABLE BY NIGHT LIGHT Installation.
True legend...those 210 thumbs down clearly have no music taste at all, probably all sat under a bridge somewhere, judging and hating real sound from a REAL musician.R I P Elliott Smith
Love this, Elliott you are missed.
What a fucking treasure. Miss your music, Elliot. Thank you for leaving us these masterpieces. Hope to give you a hug one day, buddy. ❤
Most beautiful man in the world
The beauty of his music will never be overshadowed by the catastrophe of his death. RIp
I wonder what he'd think of me jamming out to this at 3 am... love you, Elliott!
no one would give a fuck.... im sure u knew that
maybe he'd be happy to know people enjoy his music that much. when you're an artist that means something. not sure you'd ever know, you useless fuck
you think pretty high about yourself
He'd be happy about it ^_^
he wouldn't care
twilight is one of my favorites by him but seriously almost every song is a favorite. what a genius.
i am more of a "I figured you out" guy.
One of the Best Songs of my Generation
Video inspiration from The Red Balloon (1956). Genius.
Ravi Narula
This video is FULL of Occult references and chilling foreshadowing...
Similar to the Miss Misery video...
@@RTEHeydrich man can you message me or just reply and point em out im always eager to notice new sutff in his music.
@@RTEHeydrich You must elaborate.
This song blows my mind
Love, Rosie ❤
Boo Bear
The most underrated musical genius/artist!
Ya just gotta forgive ppl this talented for leaving so early! He had reasons we didn’t have the RIGHT TO KNOW!
He was possibly murdered
@@concars1234 i don't really know what to believe, people say it was suicide but others say it was homicide, but i guess we'll never really know :(
@@concars1234 i agree. he was an addict if he was to kill himself he would have most likely done it that way. no one really stabs themself unless there really going crazy.
i love elliott so much
We miss you Elliott.
Time means nothing for the best kind of art
no doubt one of his greatest songs. Absolutely brilliant no question about it
THIS FREAKIN GUY IS AMAZING IM SO HAPPY I FOUND THIS MAN HE IS GREAT AND EVEN THO HE'S DEAD HE LEFT SOME DOPE MUSIC TO LISTEN SO BE HAPPY WITH DEAD. THE MAN IS AMONG US
i fuckin love the chord changes in this song
It seems i'm always trying to find good music, but nothing comes close to elliotts smith. I always come back.
"Acting under orders from above..."
he was
This should be on the White Album
I remembered this song form years ago on mtv (back when they still played music) but could'nt remember who it was by or what it was called, with google and spotify i finally managed to find it today after looking on and off for a while. so glad i found it.
Thanks for putting the video up.
Best musician to have ever lived.
Going on 40. Needle in the hay when I was 35. Totally relate and Love this music.
Im 18 and just discovered today some of his songs, googled for tour tickets and found out he died 15 years ago, sad.
grew up listening to him and just now found his music again. Beautiful
We all float down here and Elliott floats up there :)
nice!!!
Beautiful. One of my fave Smith songs. 💛💛💛 Perfect.
20 años de figure 8. No lo puedo creeeeer!!!
el tiempo vuela, ¿no?
my favorite song ever. seems inspired by a short film "The Red Ballon" my GF watched it and was telling me about it I showed her this video.. she knows the song and her jaw dropped.
As a not american person, i never heard about the "son of sam" killer. I interpret the lyrics like theres a legion of people in the USA who lack of parents love and education make them just sons of uncle sam, orphans of many things, struggling to survive. The "king of day" part always get me, its like their fake happiness throught the drugs. Before you throw a rock in my mouth, its just my interpretation. Stay with Shiva! :)
The song is definitely referencing the killer on the surface level. It's possible there's more meaning, in which case, it's possible "son of Sam" is meant to double as a reference for Americans.
@@seanmatthewking "the couple killer" was said in a part of the song
Those who are here cause we love this man's music,it's not just the song writing and arranging,which are sublime,or the sheer musical talent-(on a multitude of different instruments);his musicality; His ears receivers.
The courage to open his heart and move people,and to articulate the feelings many of us have,the kind that are often too raw of pull out of ourselves let alone express so beautifully.
But for me personally,although he was on my radar,as an artist i was very keen to explore,i didn't actually listen to any of his songs until....well until the universe slung it onto me EXACTLY when I needed to hear it the most.
Same with Beach Boys Pet sounds,& Grace by Jeff Buckley,(and Nirvana too).... wouldn't have REALLY "Gotten them" so much if they'd "came" to me at a different time in my life.
Ye,rip Elliot man,and thanks for making me feel less alone in the hard times and inspired by other songs.Ur missed...u inspired even my kids first name.
You're music is much missed,as I know u are to.Good sir,i doff my hat to you!
Apart from any interpretations of the lyrics, I've noticed something that might've been neglected, or maybe is just a matter of my own intepretation; could be right, could be wrong but notice the line: "Son of Sam/Son of the shining path..." where, in the song, the "Sam" kind of fades and connect with the next "Son" which reminded me of Samson, the biblical figure, the man of an enormous power and strength that was given to him by God. The hostile Philistines wanted to find out the truth behind his strength thus they hired a woman named Dalilah to lure him, whom Samson fell in love with. The truth was - his power and strength lied in his long hair. Dalilah cut it when he was asleep, depriving him of his power, and informed the Philistines who plucked his eyes out and made a slave out of him. The lyrics of Smith's song is interpreted either as 1) enlightment 2) the serial killer 3) the difficulty in forming healthy relationships with people after childhood filled with abuse. It's good, there's always a different interpretation for all of the listeners but idk, maybe I'm misinterpreting or something, or it could be another proof for Elliot having been a genius songwriter.
Very Interesting interpretation. Elliott's lyrics are a punch in the fave of those who say that this kind of writing cannot be regarded as literature.
Watching this while waiting my flight at airport❤❤❤. 25 April 2023
Elliot Smith brought me here. Man, I MISS this fella.
Has Elliott Smith always been this popular, or did something blow up in the past months?
rick and morty
Yellow King what about rock and morty? I found out about Elliott Smith in 2011.on Guitar Hero 5. But what's this about my favourite show and Elliott Smith?
He was nominated for the oscars in 1998
we did have good music back in the ealry 2000's.
Im not sure if term Son of Sam existed before David Berkowitz. But this song had something to do with that case, even though Elliott said otherwise.
I might be wrong, but I see it like this.
The beginning of the song, you can see Elliot writing on a piece of paper, hes writing lyrics of the song, but they are not really in order, more like in a way that Berkowitz used to write his letters to police. And notice how it starts and what he wrote:
-Son of Sam 2X,
-Clouded mind
-Something's happening.
And the talking in the background sounds like hallucinations, what appareantly Berkowitz had throughout his life.
"I told the boss off and made my move
Got nowhere to go"
After Berkowitz got discharged form the army, he began his reign of terror.
"The couple killer each and every time"
Berkowitz always targeted couples.
"The clouded mind",
"I'm not uncomfortable, feeling weird
Lonely leered, options disappeared
But I know what to do" - Pretty much explains the nature of a killer, in this case a loner Berkowitz.
"Acting under orders from above" This is interesting and important part of the song. Berkowitz claimed that he could hear voice from demons whom ordered him what to do, kill.
I might be wrong, but this makes some sense.
You're not wrong at all.. there's more hidden in the lyrics too that link it to the SoS murders [and the perps.] - note NOT every victim shot by SoS was a couple... [kinda]... Combine the lyrics with the occult references/imagery of this video and... wow
Actually it wasn't that he could "hear voice from demons" it was that his neighbors dog (whose name was Sam) was telling him to kill. which is why he was called " The Son of Sam".
Makes sense to me!!
Right about the term not existing. 100% bullshit about the rest lol.
Sir Quifilous For a while i always thought he said "taking orders from a mutt" until i catually looked up the lyrics lol
Only Elliott Smith could write such a snazzy song about a serial killer!👌👌
It's actually not about a serial killer
just a freakin beauty tune
Loved this song for years but never saw the video until now. Excellent video in its own right.
Brilliant video and song
Gorgeous song with gorgeous lyrics