What a fabulous Video ...reminds me of my late friend Gary a gentle spirit helping other s that were close to his heart Gary helped come outand helped them to believe in themselves evensupported friends when others around were soooo mean and negative . I really loved your nature and miss you hun....Gone too soon
John Grant makes me think, his music and videos poke my mind to reflect and see another perspective, whilst giving a great track. He's a master in a musical age where so much music sounds and feels humdrum. Brilliant. Thank you John.
You do this, and you'll get that I want what I was promised, I'm a bit impatient And what is it exactly that you think that you deserve No more, no less, is that ridiculous Cause what we got down here is oceans of longing And guessing games, and no guarantees And you work so hard to be in control And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go Cause all we're doing is learning how to die Do you really think that nobody see's the fear behind your smile? And why do you care what anybody thinks at all It's all going to the same thing in the end And what we got down here is oceans of longing And guessing games, and no guarantees And you work so hard to be in control And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go And what we got down here is oceans of longing And guessing games, and no guarantees And you work so hard to be in control And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go
lyrics [Verse 1] You do this, and you'll get that I want what I was promised, I'm a bit impatient And what is it exactly that you think that you deserve No more, no less, is that ridiculous [Chorus] Cause what we got down here is oceans of longing And guessing games, and no guarantees And you work so hard to be in control And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go [Verse 2] Cause all we're doing is learning how to die Do you really think that nobody see's the fear behind your smile? And why do you care what anybody thinks at all It's all going to the same thing in the end [Chorus] And what we got down here is oceans of longing And guessing games, and no guarantees And you work so hard to be in control And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go And what we got down here is oceans of longing And guessing games, and no guarantees And you work so hard to be in control And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go
Reminded me of the 1984 YA novel 'The Boys on the Rock.' And of course the Kathleen Winter book and Goldfrapp video for "Annabel" (latter also by Gunning).
Josh Coker he is american. Maybe he decided us is too homofobic and moved to iceland. 😁 there it does not matter who you share bed with, as long as he/she/it is warmblooded.
He also speaks nearly perfect Russian, is interested in Russian music and literature, and has sang with an awesome Russian band (at least one, possible more). So I guess he is pretty pro-multiculturalism
Can anyone tell me if the solo is a bass clarinet or some kind of sax? It sounded to me like the bass clarinet but I'm not sure and I would like to know for sure
Ну итить же растуды!! 😰 Я тут затем, чтоб послушать,что ещё поёт этот прекрасный баритон, кроме "Какой русский не пьёт виски", а тут Это 😣 Как же задолбал этот поток хрени!
You do this, and you'll get that I want what I was promised, I'm a bit impatient And what is it exactly that you think that you deserve No more, no less, is that ridiculous Cause what we got down here is oceans of longing And guessing games, and no guarantees And you work so hard to be in control And now you're laughing at yourself but you can't let go Cause all we're doing is learning how to die Do you really think that nobody sees the fear behind your smile? And why do you care what anybody thinks at all It's all going to the same thing in the end And what we got down here is oceans of longing And guessing games, and no guarantees And you work so hard to be in control And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go And what we got down here is oceans of longing And guessing games, and no guarantees And you work so hard to be in control And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go
You're beautiful, John. Thank you for the talent, intelligence... for you.
The bass clarinet solo at the end is out of this world.
This was a wonderful work of art, visually, auditory and philosophically.
That bass clarinet effing SLAPS!!!!
What a fabulous Video ...reminds me of my late friend Gary a gentle spirit helping other s that were close to his heart Gary helped come outand helped them to believe in themselves evensupported friends when others around were soooo mean and negative .
I really loved your nature and miss you hun....Gone too soon
John Grant makes me think, his music and videos poke my mind to reflect and see another perspective, whilst giving a great track. He's a master in a musical age where so much music sounds and feels humdrum. Brilliant. Thank you John.
One of his best songs yet. Oh my goodness.
love this song from the new album, video fits it very well. You continue to impress John Grant
+VinylCollector James
Agree, I just can't stop playing this track; it's beautiful, melodic yet melancholy all at the same time.
'Because all we're doing is learning how to die'
Close to blubbing every time I hear that line. Think it's the way he sings it.
Lead actor here is beautiful!
Great song, great video. You never fail to impress, John.
Thanks for reminding me about the mail order catalogue thing.
Great song great video! John Grant style is pretty unique!
I absolutely LOVE this song. Its also the one John opened his show in Chicago last October, my first time seeing him live, so it's extra special
This could me a movie of it's own!
You do this, and you'll get that
I want what I was promised, I'm a bit impatient
And what is it exactly that you think that you deserve
No more, no less, is that ridiculous
Cause what we got down here is oceans of longing
And guessing games, and no guarantees
And you work so hard to be in control
And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go
Cause all we're doing is learning how to die
Do you really think that nobody see's the fear behind your smile?
And why do you care what anybody thinks at all
It's all going to the same thing in the end
And what we got down here is oceans of longing
And guessing games, and no guarantees
And you work so hard to be in control
And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go
And what we got down here is oceans of longing
And guessing games, and no guarantees
And you work so hard to be in control
And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go
John Grant & Lisa Gunning.
Don't need to say anything.
Love to hear John mixed with the Stranglers good stuff!!
Fab song.
Great job, John! Love him!
Amazing Song and Artist.👏👏👏😍😍😍. Perfect symphony
My favorite song at the moment!!
Great song and video. Art at it`s finest.
Great song and wonderful video.
This video warms my heart.
What a treat! Great song, as always, with a beautiful and thought provoking visual. Love it.
Oh my god this video is great and the lyrics stunning
your so right ...
Oh my god! This is... impressive!!
John Grant, você é brilhante! ♥!
As always, an excellent piece of work! 👏
Beautiful work!!
Robbie Williams tweeted this and brought me here ~ gorgeous vid ~ very poignant lyrics ~ be yourself! ♥
me too..im here because of robbie
Great music. Looking forward to see you at the Festival!
Thanks Robbie Williams
30 seconds, loved it already.
Stanza Tseng as soon as i heard the first chord...
Just amazing
lyrics
[Verse 1]
You do this, and you'll get that
I want what I was promised, I'm a bit impatient
And what is it exactly that you think that you deserve
No more, no less, is that ridiculous
[Chorus]
Cause what we got down here is oceans of longing
And guessing games, and no guarantees
And you work so hard to be in control
And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go
[Verse 2]
Cause all we're doing is learning how to die
Do you really think that nobody see's the fear behind your smile?
And why do you care what anybody thinks at all
It's all going to the same thing in the end
[Chorus]
And what we got down here is oceans of longing
And guessing games, and no guarantees
And you work so hard to be in control
And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go
And what we got down here is oceans of longing
And guessing games, and no guarantees
And you work so hard to be in control
And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go
Best song of december 15.
Amazing!
Beautiful
amazing production
¡Me encanta!
Quirky video. In tune with this melancholy song.
Great!
Reminded me of the 1984 YA novel 'The Boys on the Rock.' And of course the Kathleen Winter book and Goldfrapp video for "Annabel" (latter also by Gunning).
👉💜👈
go lisa x
rad. adding to our new music video playlist, can we share on our live stream too?
Oh que bonita canción
Y que bonito víde
Jonn, I want to hear and see you perform this beautiful song at the MOOG Sound Lab.
Хорошая музыка 👍🏻
Your voice is gorgeous -reminds me a bit of Iggy Pop when he uses it for beautiful songs like Shades - Love this clip too.
Wow.
❤❤😂😂🎉
Yoruldum...
Daha fazla bu kahrolası yaşama tahammül etmek istemiyorum..
Sounds that run deep.
Why are so many John Grant videos shot in London? I thought he was American, I'm not complaining mind you, can we keep him?
Josh Coker he lives in iceland so i'd guess London is the closest place to shook videos?
Nope, Reykjavik is de closest place to shoot video's ;-)
Josh Coker he is american. Maybe he decided us is too homofobic and moved to iceland. 😁 there it does not matter who you share bed with, as long as he/she/it is warmblooded.
He also speaks nearly perfect Russian, is interested in Russian music and literature, and has sang with an awesome Russian band (at least one, possible more). So I guess he is pretty pro-multiculturalism
Chicken bones was filmed in Cardiff
merki merci chenor! miam.
Great song and great publicity for Crystal Palace and the Sports Centre, let,s make it an international hit. . Alan Brennan
Well done Connor
why can't I be happy??
An obvious nod to Gunning's own "Annabel," it also reminds me of the early gay YA book 'The Boys on the Rock.'
very cool very modern
my housemate says 'it sounds like leonard cohen writing a song for madness' (in a good way).
He's no Cohen.
+100! from RUSSIA!
Annabelle!
The Stranglers on valium. At least ending was better than i feared; he is happy.
Does this remind anyone else of Absolute Beginners?
I thought no but then I re-heard the bit at 1:22-1:27 and I see what you mean.
Oooooh... [brain explosion] : O Thanks, Clara.
I love you.
Fraser Buchanan
Can anyone tell me if the solo is a bass clarinet or some kind of sax? It sounded to me like the bass clarinet but I'm not sure and I would like to know for sure
I play bass clarinet and im pretty sure thats what is playing here, just one of the reasons i love this song
You dont see that happen every day in Crystal Palace
Tweeted @musosguide
Please tell the lifeguard to call me back. Why is he not picking up?
that sax is so Hungarian
Pretty sure its a bass clarinet :)
here because my graphics teacher told me to check him out
I had no idea John Grant was gay!!
who is here for work?
😹😹😹😹😹
Hahaha... follow your dreams
Хахахахаха
лол ну и жесть
I like how awkward the video is 😬😇
Ну итить же растуды!! 😰 Я тут затем, чтоб послушать,что ещё поёт этот прекрасный баритон, кроме "Какой русский не пьёт виски", а тут Это 😣
Как же задолбал этот поток хрени!
Точняк, тоже после БИ-2 загуглил. Тип 25 лет изучает русский язык, поэтому юез акцента влегкую спел про виски))
I don't like it, prefer his earlier music.
You do this, and you'll get that
I want what I was promised, I'm a bit impatient
And what is it exactly that you think that you deserve
No more, no less, is that ridiculous
Cause what we got down here is oceans of longing
And guessing games, and no guarantees
And you work so hard to be in control
And now you're laughing at yourself but you can't let go
Cause all we're doing is learning how to die
Do you really think that nobody sees the fear behind your smile?
And why do you care what anybody thinks at all
It's all going to the same thing in the end
And what we got down here is oceans of longing
And guessing games, and no guarantees
And you work so hard to be in control
And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go
And what we got down here is oceans of longing
And guessing games, and no guarantees
And you work so hard to be in control
And now you're laughing at yourself because you can't let go