"The Curse" by Josh Ritter (Video by Liam Hurley)

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  • @asburytheo
    @asburytheo 14 років тому +20

    What's amazing is that you fall in love with the puppets because of the strings attached, not in spite of them.

  • @earthtrotterjones7835
    @earthtrotterjones7835 6 років тому +32

    I want to live in a world where this has a Billion views and people care to understand this beautiful tragic piece of art. Also, it took me many views of dissecting the video to finally notice that when she was layed into the coffin she then looked like the image on the outside of it since he met him including the cane. I spent the entire day and this morning listening to this could not get it out of my head, never even hear do Josh Ritter till now and it was an accident via internet random songs and i was hooked after just one set of cords in the beginning. Work of art....

    • @dustinwatkins7843
      @dustinwatkins7843 Рік тому +1

      I couldn't agree more, had a similar thought while watching.

    • @beemayhew
      @beemayhew 11 місяців тому +1

      I want to be friends with you ❤

  • @GuybThreepwood
    @GuybThreepwood 12 років тому +10

    There is love in this piece. If you've ever been in love, you know that you'll abandon all propriety to be with a person. He knows that's he's passing on the curse to her, but he also recognizes that the bond they have makes it worth the short time they'll have together. Love now, regret later.

  • @rmrob148
    @rmrob148 5 років тому +26

    i don't know how often you get any sort of commendation for this, but i first heard this song about 9 years ago and every once in a while ill listen to it and sometimes it makes me tear up. thank you for making something that moves people. i am envious of that creative ability.

    • @jonathanlantzy7526
      @jonathanlantzy7526 Рік тому +1

      Josh did this as an encore at a concert in Pittsburgh not too long ago. It was so silent and beautiful and I could not help but imagine this video along with it.

  • @BrockMaraeeRohloff
    @BrockMaraeeRohloff 12 років тому +8

    Great song. Perceive it as you will, in light or dark. I for one will always hear a tortured love story. Honestly, the only difference between the 'immortality' perspective and the 'predator' perspective is the length of time across which you believe the story takes.

  • @xyoutubearchivex
    @xyoutubearchivex 9 місяців тому +2

    This should be an academy award winning movie. I literally cry every time. So amazing.

  • @zombierobot8769
    @zombierobot8769 8 місяців тому +2

    Thank God I'll get to play this on a college radio. Looking for a mummy themed song brought me here.
    Simply beautiful and odd this song is.

  • @sophiaetka22
    @sophiaetka22 8 місяців тому +2

    My English teacher showed us this today. He’s right, the symbolism in Josh Ritter’s music is absolutely phenomenal.

    • @kjaubrey4816
      @kjaubrey4816 6 місяців тому

      He tells a story like no other musical artist. His novels are great too.

  • @MikeSundy
    @MikeSundy 9 років тому +20

    Makes me cry and gives me chills at the same time. Beautiful and moving. Have been haunted (in the best way) by this video for years. Bravo.

  • @franvierpt
    @franvierpt 2 роки тому +6

    How of a genius you must be to make such masterpiece: write such poetry, then make such melody, and finally make such videoclip and intertwine it all to give goosebumps to everyone who has the privilege to watch it. Congratulations Josh Ritter!!

  • @hoboannie
    @hoboannie 13 років тому +9

    I listened to the song over and over...loved the story, then found this amazing, well-made video. Perfect. Absolutely perfect.

  • @kajsaandersson4516
    @kajsaandersson4516 8 років тому +10

    this deserves so many more views.

  • @cx6wieler
    @cx6wieler 13 років тому +3

    I listen to this over and over and over and over again,
    And sometimes I Cry........

  • @thenaabstrshow
    @thenaabstrshow 14 років тому +2

    i don't think there's any1 who can sing this song better thn josh ritter, u can listen this song when ur sad, down, broken, miserable, depressed, sick,....
    It'll make every problems at least a bit less worse :)

  • @evie5617
    @evie5617 5 років тому +4

    this song will never get old :,)

  • @teerocks2
    @teerocks2 14 років тому +4

    I heard it on NPR and loved the feeling of it, indeed, it is a touching story and marvelous melody! wonderful work!

  • @GuanderGuoman
    @GuanderGuoman 14 років тому +3

    Last night I went to a Josh Ritter's show and it was beautiful--full of energy and passion for what he does. I didn't know much of his music before last night and this was definitely one of my favorite songs. Reminds me of the story of genuine love told in Jewel's "Painters".

  • @monkeysnaps
    @monkeysnaps 14 років тому +1

    This is so touching. when the mummy's eyes gleam at the end it alwasy makes me tear up for some reason.

  • @noibns
    @noibns 14 років тому +3

    I have never heard of Josh Ritter until a few days ago, and have never listened to his music until I saw this video on Bravo. I like the song and the video. I will surely check out more of his works.

  • @kjaubrey4816
    @kjaubrey4816 6 місяців тому

    So crazy to think this album was released 14 years ago! I could never count how many times I have listened to it.

  • @BeulahJane
    @BeulahJane 14 років тому +1

    It's so sad. And so beautiful. Thank god things like this exist in this cruel foolish world.

  • @gary1878
    @gary1878 14 років тому +4

    Truly amazing. The most gripping song I've ever heard. Thank you, Josh.

  • @CAMPFIRESKY
    @CAMPFIRESKY 14 років тому +2

    Just heard an interview with Josh in Canada (via the front loader dot com) and heard that LIAM put this video together. Had to come back and watch it again. BRILLIANT piece of work! BRILLIANT song!

  • @PazContigo
    @PazContigo 14 років тому +3

    When art meets art!
    Simply beautiful. Perfect video for this unique song!
    P.S.: The dancing scenes are incredible!

  • @ashishsharma3049
    @ashishsharma3049 9 років тому +4

    This deserves a million views!!

  • @TheWebsinner
    @TheWebsinner 14 років тому +1

    what a way to make a video to fit a song. well done to all concerned.

  • @333tdaddy
    @333tdaddy 12 років тому +3

    It's been a while since I've seen such a great and original video. Good Job!

  • @gailwilson6730
    @gailwilson6730 11 років тому +5

    Beautiful song and wonderful video. I'm afraid it brought a lump to my throat and tears to my eyes. Must be getting soppy in my old age!

    • @freeyourmindtc
      @freeyourmindtc 7 років тому +1

      Your allowed, you've earned it. I cry in public without fear. Crying is cathodic, it lets you bleed out your emotions that can build up in us all. 65, and proud of it. peace to you and your family.

  • @jamesschaffer6728
    @jamesschaffer6728 10 років тому +3

    I have seen Josh 4 times.Last in 2009,need to see again.Schaff

  • @GuyMendilowEnsemble
    @GuyMendilowEnsemble 14 років тому +1

    And I have to say - though I've never heard Mr. Hurley play the drums - if he is as good at the kit as he is with the puppets, well...damn! Most gifted, and thanks for the gift (of this video)

  • @LindenWilcock
    @LindenWilcock 12 років тому +4

    Best video on UA-cam.

  • @roseartlefty
    @roseartlefty 12 років тому +2

    One word......AWESOME!
    What a writer/poet! Wow!

  • @louiseniriain
    @louiseniriain 2 роки тому +1

    Back here again cant stop listening to this

  • @davidp44022
    @davidp44022 14 років тому +3

    What a wonderful video! My daughter loves the song and this makes it even more special. I hope you can get more exposure for this, everybody should see it!

  • @amandabrooke4555
    @amandabrooke4555 12 років тому +1

    So in love with this song. It's so heartbreaking!

  • @livecapture
    @livecapture 14 років тому +1

    thanks to Bravo, I was introduced to this magical collaboration. It reaches inside, and pulls on the heartstrings, and leaves me feeling very touched. thank you so much for doing what you do.

  • @adnelga
    @adnelga 14 років тому +1

    heart warming and heart breaking--I watch and listen over and over for both impacts

  • @theestever
    @theestever 14 років тому +1

    New to this song, and Josh's work in general (love Change Of Time), but this video - and the song - beautiful and brilliant.

  • @brandiediss
    @brandiediss 14 років тому +1

    well, this is beautiful.

  • @WallsTV
    @WallsTV 14 років тому +2

    That was such an awesome video, spectacular, perfect for the song! You made me choke up and my wife cry! The entire new album So Runs The World Away is so good. Thank you for doing what you do!

  • @reedbej4822
    @reedbej4822 9 років тому +2

    When someone said you made music videos, I had no idea they were like this. This is amazing

  • @drummerboyrocks
    @drummerboyrocks 14 років тому +2

    simply sublime.....stunning work :o)

  • @GraveDirectionswithSugerkat
    @GraveDirectionswithSugerkat 14 років тому

    you are a silly goose if you ever pass up a chance to see Josh live, you will never see a more entertaining, interactive show! I saw him on 5-13 in Atlanta and had the chance to meet him and chat with him for about 10 mins. they come no better than Josh (and Josh hugs are the best hugs on earth)....Dawn Landes, his wife, was with him and she is also a fantastic artist in her own right.

  • @goneatlast
    @goneatlast 14 років тому +1

    Beautiful song, beautiful video:
    Thank you.

  • @joshahlstrand
    @joshahlstrand 14 років тому +1

    beautiful music as always - endearing video thanks so much

  • @dwilson94
    @dwilson94 14 років тому +1

    I agree with PazContigo - When art meets art! The song is so beautiful, I love the music, lyrics etc everything. The puppetry and the video is so wonderful. So delightful to watch and listen.

  • @nightdarkstar
    @nightdarkstar 14 років тому +1

    absolutely beautiful, have had this on repeat all day. very touching indeed.

  • @hxtourv1
    @hxtourv1 14 років тому +1

    i flippin love this song

  • @esapvia
    @esapvia 13 років тому +2

    omfg that was awesome good job man

  • @GuyMendilowEnsemble
    @GuyMendilowEnsemble 14 років тому

    Once again, Mr. Ritter moves and impresses me. My hat's off. Wow.

  • @slaytonj5
    @slaytonj5 14 років тому

    i've cried to many times and each time it touches me

  • @richandemily
    @richandemily 14 років тому +1

    This video is really quite lovely! I thoroughly enjoyed it!! Kudos to you for such beautiful work!

  • @jamesrobertson9761
    @jamesrobertson9761 3 роки тому

    Dude, I only found this album a few months ago. So so good. Thank You my man.

  • @123seanieb
    @123seanieb 14 років тому +1

    How can you dislike this?!

  • @sanjaynijran
    @sanjaynijran 14 років тому

    I hate people, I hate people who try, but this is fantastic, really beauiful. Literal, yes, but something simply, innocent and fantastically belonging. Song. video. Ritter. Life. Death.

  • @1210Norah
    @1210Norah 14 років тому

    This song is so sad but so beautiful

  • @realistpainter
    @realistpainter 14 років тому

    Wow Wow Wow.. Liam Hurley you talented man

  • @islandnemo1317
    @islandnemo1317 2 роки тому

    In May 2017 my best friend sent me this song and asked me to transpose it. I loved the song, and did transpose it for him. He was recovering from dependency issues. I felt i understood why it hit a chord with him. I responded with how the music was simple, and trophic, but beautiful. Nothing else. He said "I love you", and i never responded. The next morning i found out he had relapsed that night, and had unintentionally injected a massive amount of fentanyl, and died instantly. I've never forgiven myself for not responding to someone I cared about so much, and also I've never stopped listening to the song every few months. The song really is a summation of emotion. And despite how hard it is a wonderful reminder.

    • @amybeam282
      @amybeam282 5 місяців тому

      He sent this song to you, already knowing what was unsaid.

  • @eldobledee
    @eldobledee 4 роки тому

    A song that is as eternal as love.

  • @MissBobbyMcGee77
    @MissBobbyMcGee77 14 років тому

    That was awesome great job filming Liam!

  • @mbody212
    @mbody212 14 років тому

    can't stop watching!

  • @reddwing4368
    @reddwing4368 4 роки тому +1

    I don t care what anyone says the
    Mummy loved her
    No curse
    No cure
    Just love she saved him from eternity
    In a box
    Quickened him
    With love and saved his life
    True love

  • @MikeMirarchi
    @MikeMirarchi 4 роки тому

    This is such a phenomenal song and such a phenomenal video! The brilliance of both song and video truly dazzles! It's so cool how expressive the puppets can be even though they don't have facial expressions -- so much emotion can be communicated through just gestures and postures. Amazing stuff all around! Josh and Liam are both geniuses!

  • @Jspenx
    @Jspenx 14 років тому +1

    i love the little led in mummys heart...funny and soul touching..:)

  • @alliemariesky
    @alliemariesky 3 роки тому

    This song makes me cry

  • @KevinMurphy01
    @KevinMurphy01 14 років тому

    absolutely gorgeous

  • @jojoeblev10
    @jojoeblev10 12 років тому

    Felt the same the 1st time I listened and the video confirms...good catch and thanks for sharing!

  • @TheFlowerGirl13
    @TheFlowerGirl13 14 років тому

    Beautiful video. So touching.

  • @mbittar
    @mbittar 14 років тому +1

    a-mazing.

  • @dieuuha
    @dieuuha 6 років тому +1

    This deserves so many more views than it has ;__;

  • @5370salty
    @5370salty 14 років тому

    beautiful song and story.

  • @Abracadabrad
    @Abracadabrad 12 років тому +2

    That's an interesting interpretation. My take was more literal. That he is indeed cursed to live forever, while she is merely mortal. He will continue and she will fade.

  • @Vexadoodle
    @Vexadoodle 13 років тому +2

    Addiction

  • @Hawkthorn1
    @Hawkthorn1 10 років тому +27

    my life is better with this in the world

  • @musicqueen05
    @musicqueen05 14 років тому

    Love this song and the video is fab!!! Great work =)

  • @evealahin7483
    @evealahin7483 4 роки тому

    😭😭😭so emotional... I think am cured

  • @JackWestrop
    @JackWestrop 14 років тому

    this is sooo good

  • @chipfoos8
    @chipfoos8 14 років тому

    Very impressive. Nice Work

  • @kobuto69
    @kobuto69 10 років тому +1

    Beautiful

  • @wallykav1516
    @wallykav1516 14 років тому

    @Uzzie101 Im with you on that one,this is my first time to hear him,amazing.

  • @burcharg
    @burcharg 14 років тому

    thank you for this... i wish you didn't zoom in on every shot but it's still awesome

  • @GraveDirectionswithSugerkat
    @GraveDirectionswithSugerkat 14 років тому

    liam you are amazing!

  • @theplanetruth
    @theplanetruth 4 роки тому

    Dry fig of his/her heart
    Brilliant

  • @ColetteNoir
    @ColetteNoir 14 років тому

    I love it

  • @hoboannie
    @hoboannie 13 років тому

    @Liiivemau5 Missed it the first time. You are so right! Good catch!

  • @lennycohenfan
    @lennycohenfan 13 років тому +4

    "She's just one more rag he's dragging behind him." Wow.

  • @Liiivemau5
    @Liiivemau5 13 років тому +1

    Check out the tomb @ 0:31 and then at the woman's hair @ 2:36. The tomb was meant for her and the mummy knew it from the start.

  • @liam1253
    @liam1253 3 роки тому

    Very cool

  • @imissnepal
    @imissnepal 14 років тому

    You are great!

  • @thegazfella
    @thegazfella 14 років тому

    mmmmmmmm......i love it

  • @xyzllii
    @xyzllii 14 років тому

    Great puppetry...

  • @USS-SNAKE-ISLAND
    @USS-SNAKE-ISLAND 3 роки тому

    Indeed.

  • @SunshineState12
    @SunshineState12 8 років тому +1

    crying.

  • @MsFrancesbean
    @MsFrancesbean 14 років тому

    I loved the song but didn't really understand it until now, after seeing this video - how sad, beautiful but sad.

  • @Soverane
    @Soverane 12 років тому

    Okay, now I'm fucking crying, Josh. You've made a grown man burst into tears, are you done?)

  • @MyCatInABox
    @MyCatInABox 13 років тому +8

    Tuggs on your heart strings (pardon the pun).

  • @gunslinger713
    @gunslinger713 14 років тому

    Pure win

  • @plantemor
    @plantemor 4 роки тому

    I love that I had to update the browser almost 10 times before the shitty unskippable ads stopped showing up.

  • @artsyfartsy1998
    @artsyfartsy1998 14 років тому +1

    So... SAD! I love it though...

  • @luigidigi
    @luigidigi 14 років тому

    bellissimo