Watsky- Talking to Myself [X Infinity]
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- Опубліковано 25 лип 2016
- Album Pre-order & Tour Tickets:
georgewatsky.com/xInfinity
Digital pre-order: radi.al/xInfinity
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Directed by George Watsky & Jess Dunlap
Choreographer & dancer- Kelsey Landers
Director of photography- Jess Dunlap
Producer- George Watsky for Steel Wool Entertainment
www.steelwoolentertainment.com/
Assistant Director- Jason Heinrich
Production Designer- Lina Gasperaviciute
1st AC- Herbie Wei
2nd AC- Jackie Bryan
Gaffer- Albert Gonzalez
Motion Control Operators- Paul Maples & Adam Francis (Pacific Motion Control)
Edited by Colin Hargraves
VFX by Aaron Hayden
Song written by George Watsky & Julian Le
Produced by Kush Mody
String arrangement by Kush Mody
Additional vocals by Andrew Oedel
Violins- Philip Marten, Rachel Ostler, Nicole Sauder
Violas- Laura Jesson, Tim Richardson
Cellos- Max Mueller (orchestra manager), Daniel Lim
Bass- Freddy Hernandez
Verse 1
one day you opened up your eyes inside of you
inside a world inside a universe you didn’t get to choose
you didn’t get to pick the rules or pick the past or set the pace
or cast the cast and crew you didn’t get to pick your starting place
and though it was a race you didn’t understand
you simply lined up on the blocks and when the pistol popped you ran
and when you tripped and dropped you picked yourself up off the ground
and picked your scabs you knew you had to pick a plan to end what you began
As you got older there were days of cold surrender
Days of shrugged whatevers folded in with days of shocking splendor
but as time advanced the lovely days were covered up from view
by an advancing melancholy haze that hovered near the dew
Yet there were moments
there were these pure arresting moments when you stepped outside your head
outside your pain outside control, outside the bullshit, out of body, out of rage
outside the need to get it, get it, you will never get it, that’s okay
Chorus
Have you felt a little off today
Had a lot to say
But wound up talking to yourself?
Have you hunted for a kindly ear
But couldn’t find one near
And wound up talking to yourself?
Verse 2
had a little spot- where you been going through a lot
wanna shove it to the bottom- but a trouble gonna bubble to the top
then the bubble gonna pop-and the hustle never ever gonna stop
cause you get up in the morning get ahead then get to bed and then you do it all again until the moment that you drop
you need a plot - what you wanna witness with this life you got
you kicked and fought trynna get up in your skin and pick this lock
that ticking clock lets you know that bitch you got these situations witchu
issues someone fit to quick should sit you should down to talk
ever wonder who’s the crazy the one- people walking to work as if nothing is off
but if a person really got it they would be cracking a bottle on somebody’s head and looting from shops
are there times you’re alone now when nobody’s home but you walk around muttering under your breath second guessin shit saying goddammit goddammit goddammit just whispering soft
do you ever get lost, deep in your thoughts, tripping when you think about the cost of seeing this through
when you tie your stomach into knots that you don’t know how to undo
but do you ever have another moment after that, when you can see
there’s no one way this has to be? or maybe that’s just me - Розваги
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I co-directed this video with Jess Dunlap, who did the Tiny Glowing Screens Part 2 video with me (among many others). More releases on the way soon...
noice
Good job 👍🏿
love your songs btw
♡
love this
Very few artists can shake me to the core like you do Watsky.
much love devin. if you dig this song hopefully you'll feel the same about the album as a whole
Its too soon to say, but if the last two songs from x infinity are indicative of the quality of your album, Ill be blown away!
+Devin Gearing wow a fellow lubbock person. yes if kill to have watsky come here!!!!!
Couldn't have said it better myself man. A Poet fist, a rapper second. The meaning is there before the beat i think so instead of bending words to music its bending music to words. Its the only way i have thought of so far that lets him do this. Either that or Sorcery lol.
try jon bellion
"Outside the need to get it. Get it? You will never get it, that's okay." That's pretty much the secret of life isn't it?
Don't know the path, walk the path. There is no spoon.
Void, Energy, Awareness
Yes. It's not in the answers, it's in the end of questions. A little anticlimactic for the eager mind, but good enough for the mystery this is.
Have I turned y’all’s pockets inside out yet? Apologizes
I've been hunting for a kindly ear, but couldn't find one near.
This is..
I absolutely lost words. This made me speechless. Thank you watsky, for existing.
my thoughts exactly lol
You going to the tour?:D
I could cry at how fitting this is for me right now. Good grief George.
Hope everything gets better keep smiling :)
Hope everything gets better keep smiling :)
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+AwkwardCheeseIsAwkward a rapping labradoodle half a wasp and half a jew.....
this particular song brought me to tears, ive never heard anything more relatable in my life... thank you, watsky.
Same
Same here. I'm drowning myself in it now.
The shakespear of our times.
Yo so feel it
H¥pΣr N¤vα I literally cry every time I listen to this especially since I live 1000s of kilometres away from any of my family or friends and I have severe depression daily and just wish I had someone to talk and relate to
Damn it dude. You are literally the personification of the voice inside my head.
But like... way more articulate and smart and ButtThatJustWontQuit-ish
wow of all people i least expected joe bereta to be here. this made my day.
FEELIN GOOD!
OMG Joe Bereta Likes Watsky Sweet
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+Aaron Emmitt yeah man, watsky has been on a few table talks back when Joe was still on source fed I'm pretty sure
This song will always hold a special place in my heart. The more the years pass, this song still holds such value.
How much did you pay the ghost to play the piano in the beginning?
***** That means at least 4 money!
a life-changing amount of money for normal people.
Henry Jackson (☞ﾟヮﾟ)☞
But then I listened to him some more times and, he kinda goes hard though
+SilentSense1 He kinda goes hard tho
I always worry with a watsky song. Is it gonna be hype as fuck? Or is it gonna be so deep that I question my entire existence?
Edit: That second verse was both!
very accurate
This ended up resulting in the latter
And on occasion, like this one, both
me2 fam
both.
Whenever my life starts getting hard I end up finding my way back to the song, thank you for making something so emotionally powerful.
This whole album meant so much to me when it came out. Now that I'm older this song continues to take on new meaning to me. Things aren't easy right now but this song reminds me that its never supposed to be easy. Sending love your way
We need you in ERB one more time.
He was Doctor who and William shakespear
+Adam Goodyer (Pribprib) that's probably why he said, "One more time."
+Rumer Priestly shit, I read it as 'were you in ERB one time?' I'm retarded.
+Adam Goodyer (Pribprib) not to mention you're forgetting Edgar Allen Poe
+SamMut him too!
"Do you ever get lost, deep in your thoughts, tripping when you think about the cost of seeing this through
when you tie your stomach into knots that you don’t know how to undo
but do you ever have another moment after that, when you can see
there’s no one way this has to be? or maybe that’s just me" Is my favorite part ♥
It's not our fault that It's so fucking good. It just is.
Trigger warning;
My personal experience is, this is about suicide. It's the only thing that's made me feel the way these lyrics describe.
Please, Watsky, don't EVER stop making music. Phenomenal.
i found this randomly 3-4 years ago through spotify and loved it.... got reminded that watsky exists and searched this up just to realise how criminally underrated this song actually is (views wise)
I've cried to this song a lot of times. It got me through a lot of tough times, when i didn't have anyone to talk to. Thanks Watsky.
literally poetry with a beat behind it. like if you're here in 2023!
I'm in 2024, and this song is still amazing and will never get old.
These lyrics really rock me to my core. Been having a hard life lately since coming out to my family. Just taking things one day at a time.
Albus Bumbledoof hey bro this comment didn’t get much attention 4 months ago but I hope you’re doing alright. My DMs are open if you need to talk
I hope you're doing alright. Remember, life really does get better.
* girl * thats uh, part of the problem with my family. But yeah my family is still garbage. But im in love with an amazing girl, have a fulfilling career as a welder, and have good supportive friends. things could be alot better but they got a little better.
@@daniellefreyaold6099 as long as it get better thats great even when it's just small steps :)
I love you.
I'm going to become obsessed with this artist...
Yup... It happened
Local Dreammer it happened to me to. I heard him on epic rap battles like 4 years ago and I went out and picked up a cd. I didn't like the cd at all. 2 years later I decide to finally pop it in the stereo because I forgot who it was. I have listened to him and that cd every single day since
xo m its been a year, obsessed yet?
It’s been 2 years now. C’mon update us.
He did, 2 fucking years ago ماجد النمي
HOOOOOOOOOOOOOLY CRAPPPPPPPPPPPPPP !!!!!!!!
This is staggeringly beautiful. I love how her single essence fractured into all the colorful possibilities. There is more than one path and the choreography of your life is not set in stone. I love this!
Can't wait for the album. Got my preorder already.
I love the video but I would love it if you did more videos of you reading exerts from your book the last one was awesome, and your book is probably my favorite thing you have released next to your Ted talk.
thanks cody-- i hope i get the opportunity to adapt more chapters from my book too. there wasn't any budget from the publisher to do that, so the one that i filmed came out of pocket for me. if i come across a buttload of money i'll definitely adapt more of those pieces!
dduuudde yes! i loved your book adaption!
If you opened a patreon or kickstart or something to make your book into a 'movie' i would totally donate to that
George Watsky just commented on my post, that just made my day, heck it just made my year I love your content and I'm so happy your releasing more, can't wait to see you at Emo's in Austin.
+WATSKY! You gotta do Crying and Baseball man. That essay left me with feels for days.
I've listened to this a few times now and every time he says "That's okay." it sends chills down my spine. Such a brilliant song.
Everytime I consider the notion that Watsky is one of the greatest artists alive today, I scold myself for fanboying and exaggerating the quality of his music.
Then he puts out some fucking incredible shit like this and it's back to square one.
You know, maybe he actually _is_ one of the greatest artists alive today now that think about it, tbh...
"Maybe"
All other hip hop songs sounds the same now watsky has something different going on so I applaud him for that
yup
You are such an inspiration please whenever you doubt yourself in your career or life know that you have inspired at least one person. You have done so many great things for people and it sucks that I couldn't get tickets to your concert second year in a row but I'm still glad to be exposed to your words and influence. So thanks Watsky, you done good.
YES!! I love how i understand every single word he is saying but still cannot keep up!
Hes back.....AND got rid of like all of his videos. Awesome.
i put all my unlisted videos in a playlist on my page so folks who want to can watch them whenever
+WATSKY! thanks for keeping them around! I love dent in the moon!
+WATSKY! I like the new format
+WATSKY! Why did you remove those videos?
+CallMeJohto He said in another comment that he thinks they don't show where he is artistically and doesn't want people to find them and think that's his style.
This is one of the most beautiful things I've ever heard
watsky is the goat.
Goat fast rapper
No. He just raps fast.
+Jasen Effendy Raps fast with meaningful lyrics. He doesn't just rap about women, cars, and money. He goes deep
all the reasons i love him so much
+Anonymous (Random Person) i agree
I have listened to this song countless times. Still, every single time it gives me goosebumps.
Watsky, your music brings the tears forth from the cage I keep them contained everyday. Everyday as I chase my mental image of myself that isn't held back by addiction, or fear or insecurity. Your music makes me feel like I will surpass that image, and become an even stronger person who isn't afraid of rejection. Thank you.
The dancer, Kelsey Landers, is the bomb. She had to dance this multiple times as accurately as possible. She rocks.
IM A SPHERICAL SPIRITUAL LYRICAL MIRACLE INDIVIDUAL SPHERICAL LYRICAL INDIVIDUAL SPIRITUAL
ITS TIME TO STOP
WHERE ARE YOUR PARENTS
+WarrenBirch I'M CALLING CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES
Storm drain*
I'M BRINGING REAL HIP HOP BACK DON'T YOU EVER FORGET IT
Always something different to be heard from Watsky. Amazing
watsky, you are truly a poet, an artist, a creator of masterpieces. You're work is always incredible. thank you for giving this earth such amazing music.
If I could see Watsky and Grieves at one show, I might die happy. At any rate, I am hyped for this new album.
Who else buzzing for the album?
Bro me
+Leo Sanchez go Leo ;)
I've met you twice and listened to you for years and everytime your music gets better and better. This song specifically hit me. Thanks Watsky.
This is my single favorite conglomeration of words to ever exist. Thank you for this one.
amazing
no comments on a verified comment doesn't look good
I get tired of only imagining how hard it was to film this. Great job.
Beautiful message. Beautiful choreography.
these bars are so much more than a song. it's an experience, a truth, a memory. watsky is real
Goddamn, this songs hits too close to home for me. I know how this feels to have no one you can talk to when you need it the most. I'm very fortunate to have someone in my life I can talk to (my fiancée), and I appreciate that more than ever. She is my life.
This is why your my favorite artist ever! Sounds so unique, an amazing blend of poetry and hip-hop. You can definitely hear his spoken word background(which is amazing btw) coming through in all his songs and I think that makes them very powerful!
I SAW THE NOTIFICATION AND I WAS LIKE FUCK YES
SAME
Yup
Yup
Yup
all day
This is truly amazing. You can tell that George puts his entire heart into his work. Thank you for being amazing and never stop doing what you do.
In response to your lyrics... yes... its not just you. There's actually quite a few of us, that feel "out of place" in this world. Thats the closest thing i can come up with to generalize all our complex situations. Thank you, for staying true, even if its just for the few.
I love how well this video fits with the lyrics. Watsky you're a true artist man, I wish I could put words together like you.
WATSKY FOR PRESIDENT
2 YEARS LATER BUT YES
2 years four months but fuck yes
Thank you for placing feelings into words. It helps,... believe me. Sometimes you don't believe what you can relate with.
Watsky, I have NO idea how you gained access to my innermost thoughts and then articulated them PERFECTLY, but you gotta keep this up because it's like pure, tangible healing for my mind and soul.
I love the entire album really for this song. It's the first song that ever accurately described what I got through with my depression every day. Thanks for penning it!
This makes me really, really glad I pre-ordered. This is absolutely outstanding. I'm tearing up because it's resonates to much with me.
This guy. Watsky, you just keep getting better and better. Never, ever stop making music.
Bruh how come every third Watsky song makes a positive change in my general outlook? Thanks for making positive music that doesn't shy away from portraying negativity.
This is beautiful. Thank you, George, Jess, Kelsey, & everyone else involved.
This song literally hits home.
Very much appreciated, Watsky.
From one musician to another, never stop making your own brand of magic! people recognize it.
Yo Watsky!!! I looked through my analytics and I saw you watched my video!!! Feel so honored right now man
Different, unexpected, but definitely not bad. Keep up the good work
Thanks for your professional review: )
Not really different for him
+Evan Ritchey Different to what we've seen from this album (so far) I mean
The Doctor fair play
The return of the king.
No words can explain how much I admire, and unconditionally love George. I think I'm going to cry.
This song is the perfect example of everything that I love about Watsky. It has an incredible instrumental, lyrics that hit hard, a message that is personal, yet everybody can relate to it, and it is very evident that he poured his heart and soul into this song. All in all, it screams Watsky.
Always amazing to hear another watsky track for the first time - would love to see you again in the uk!
The camera work in these videos, coupled with the editing, amazes me every time.
Not exaggerating when I say this song literally changed my life. It gave me the courage to change the direction I was going in and make the tough choices I needed to. Still come back to it a lot whenever I feel lost. Thank you for this
Still one of the best poets of this era. A person to show your kids what poetry was like in our day and age.
This is just way too good, love everything about this!!!
“...had a lot to say but wind up talking to yourself”
Me every time I get home from a presentation
I'm so happy to see how far you've come. You are honestly an inspiration to so many including me. I'm already completely blown away by the 3 songs you've released and I'm sad that I'm seeing them so late. keep doing what you are doing. I look forward to hearing the rest soon also glad to here you'll be able to drive soon.
I’ve been listening to this song since I was 16. I’m 25 now and it resonates even more now. I love you watsky
This is one of the most beautiful things that I have had the pleasure of hearing. Thank you.
Absolutely love this song, I'm listening to it on repeat, but why did you remove so many of the other videos on this channel Watsky? I love idgaf :(
i unlisted the videos that i didn't think represented where i'm currently at artistically so that people searching me are most likely to find the videos i think show where i'm at best. but i made a playlist on my channel of every one of my unlisted videos so fans can watch them whenever they want
Respect, honest question gets an honest answer.
You're a stand up guy, George. Keep doing you.
Much love from Canada
+WATSKY! You unlisted a lot of good songs man :/
You are the man Watsky. Really unique, inspirational and probably one of the best artist of our generation. I let most people stay in there own bubble but the people I relate to or care about I show them Watsky!
+Nicolas Crews Yeah but he's doing different types of things now and doesn't want them to represent him
No one hits my heart and soul like you watsky...your way more important to a lot of people then you will ever know. Your music just grabs my ears so easily ,I spend so much time just listening to your music. .and your poetry...I can't wait to finally see you live...I'm sure I'll have a heart attack...but it'll be worth it. . . I love you so much. . . you help me so much. Everyday. Don't ever forget about all of us who love you dearly.
I don't believe I've ever been this much in awe from a music video. I'll be waiting in Austin for you, Watsky!
watsky, you are my inspiration, thank you for creating real, true, beautiful content. You will be in my mind throughout my creative career.
FUCK YES GEORGE
Couldn't say it better if i tried.
The meaning behind these lyrics and its portrayal through this video is the definition of art.
This song is so honest and relatable! Watsky, thanks for always being vulnerable and real in your writing. Much love!
I just found this and I can't stop listening to it!
2 of my favourite rappers just released new songs 3 mins apart, what a day off
Nah. edubbles pop now. tragic
and watskys poetry now
i saw both of them upload, got excited, then watched the vids and got disappointed
Edub and watsky. Listened to this first
The songs e-dubble uploaded aren't new, theyve been out for years, he just uploaded them to youtube.
That chorus man.... Could not have hit me at a better time. Thanks, watsky.
Incredible. Unsettling in the best ways.
that editing though.. ส็็็็็็็็็็็็็็็็็็็็็็็็็
I connnect with this song, like, spiritually. And every time I listen to it my soul just feels satisfied.
Thank you for continuing to do this. You are an inspiration to many. Please keep going where ever it is you're going, I'm behind you all the way
Watsky. Thank you for everything.
george gone read my mind again damn you George
holy shit, this is brilliant. Needed this song right now, thank you so much Watsky for everything you do, this is art at its finest
I've never seen a more accurate description of human struggle. I was tearing up cause that just hit me so deep.
So beautiful. Thanks for what you put into the world, Watsky.
i love that first line - pistol popped u ran
Dear Jeorge Watsky
you have changed my life for the good i know you might not get this, it might just be another comment but if you do i want to say thank you for all of the work you have done as a musican.
A great fan, ME
Me too. (George)
Couldn't put it better make that 3
make that 369,896
This is hands down my favorite Watsky song, but can we talk about the talent of the video director and the ballerina to make this video as much a work of art as the lyrics are?
A year and a half later and I still am impressed by the video and the hours of work that must've put into the making. All the coordination that the dancer had to have for each time she did a part of the song.
UA-cam be like...
music,music, music, music, WATSKY MUSIC, music, music, music
This is like the cousin to "Sarajevo."
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+Matt Fischer it's my favorite
+Matt Fischer same
... no it isn't.
completely different songs.
Matt Fischer yeah, they are both rap songs by Watsky.
Watsky is such a gift omgosh. Never stop making music
I don't have the words to express how much I appreciate this song. But thank you.