Perfume Genius - "On The Floor" (Official Music Video)

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  • Опубліковано 15 бер 2020
  • From Perfume Genius' new album 'Set My Heart On Fire Immediately" released on May 15, 2020 on Matador Records. Stream the album and order here: perfumegenius.ffm.to/smhofi
    Director: Mike Hadreas
    Movement Direction and Performance: Tate Justas
    Cinematographer / Editor: Christian Sorensen Hansen
    1st AC: June Zandona
    2nd AC: Sharon Shu
    Makeup: Jenna Howell
    -
    ON THE FLOOR
    i’m trying
    but still i close my eyes
    the dreaming
    brining his face to mine
    lock the door
    the constant buzzing
    all through the night
    the fight it
    rips me all up inside
    on the floor
    i pace, i run my mouth
    i pray and wait
    i cross out his name on the page
    how long ’til this washes away?
    how long ’til my body is safe?
    how long ’til I walk in the light?
    how long ’til this heart isn’t mine?
    the rise and fall
    of his chest on me
    i’m trying
    but still it’s all i see
    the violent
    current of energy
    i hide it
    away and underneath
    lock the door
    i shake, i promise everyday
    to change
    i cross out his name on the page
    how long ’til this washes away?
    how long ’til my body is safe?
    how long ’til I walk in the light?
    how long ’til this heart isn’t mine?
    take this wildness away
    i just want him in my arms
    -
    / perfumegenius
    / perfumegeniusofficial
    www.matadorrecords.com/perfume...

КОМЕНТАРІ • 624

  • @gabedepaul5407
    @gabedepaul5407 2 роки тому +207

    spotify radio always assumes that this is the song i want to hear after any remotely indie song and it is always correct

    • @ciom9065
      @ciom9065 3 місяці тому +1

      Bc it's the greatest song and you will love it as much as Spotify wants you to love it

    • @tylerhhudson
      @tylerhhudson 3 місяці тому

      @@ciom9065😂

  • @amekat
    @amekat 4 роки тому +361

    Mike in his new zoo enclosure, we love to see it

    • @Michelis28
      @Michelis28 4 роки тому +13

      Omg. He screenshot this comment in his insta story

  • @RadioDonNowhere
    @RadioDonNowhere 4 роки тому +80

    Es Radio Doble Nueve 99.1FM
    Lima, Perú XD

  • @literaticrux8292
    @literaticrux8292 4 роки тому +414

    The choreography here is absolutely mind blowing in its grittiness and naturalism. The song is one of my favs of the new album. The beauty of it all brings me to tears.

    • @lordfarquaad8267
      @lordfarquaad8267 3 роки тому +2

      Seriously. Kate Bush eat your heart out.

    • @literaticrux8292
      @literaticrux8292 Рік тому

      @@antoncarmoducchi6057 love it! Saw them (him) in Seattle and it was so dope! Just pure emotion coming out of someone.

  • @VictorKholod
    @VictorKholod 4 роки тому +280

    This is making me smile so fuckin hard. He's been so open about his fraught relationship with his body and to me this is such a beautiful example of his blossoming relationship to it. This is what dance and movement can do! We're meant to move and celebrate with our bodies! :D I'm joyful in these hard times. Thank you PG

    • @robertopavlin2923
      @robertopavlin2923 3 роки тому +6

      I do agree with you!
      Dance is therapeutic 👍🏻

    • @youdbettertube
      @youdbettertube 3 роки тому +11

      I overlooked the word "smile" in your comment at first and was like....mood 😉

    • @cl8804
      @cl8804 3 роки тому +2

      It's kind of gay...

    • @davideoizarod
      @davideoizarod 3 роки тому +7

      @@cl8804 thankfully

    • @cl8804
      @cl8804 3 роки тому

      @@davideoizarod ye

  • @Radekuroshi
    @Radekuroshi 4 роки тому +68

    OMG I recognise the dancer! This tatoo on his arm! He is a muse of a briliant photographer Adrain Chesser, who made one of the most heart breaking collection of photos with his frieds and familly members, capturing their expressions just after he confessed to them that he is HIV positive.

    • @gabrielborjas7923
      @gabrielborjas7923 3 роки тому +6

      just googled him and found the project that you mentioned! So cool. Thanks for sharing

    • @sarakaso3410
      @sarakaso3410 3 роки тому +1

      Same

  • @bowiesbabe
    @bowiesbabe 3 роки тому +90

    How is this song so catchy and so sad? I love it.

    • @ferrer65
      @ferrer65 2 роки тому +1

      I see my toxic relationship with my ex when I watch the music video. They look like they're trying to separate but they're drawn to each other, and so it goes back and forth as he tries to cross out his name from his page.

    • @gracie99999
      @gracie99999 2 роки тому

      sad songs can be catchy
      like the catchiness of sadness then happy

    • @superplushybros6141
      @superplushybros6141 Рік тому

      it's so catchy because it's basically michael jackson's the way you make me feel

  • @Munkyjoe1
    @Munkyjoe1 3 роки тому +58

    This guy is a breath of fresh air! I love him! I’m late to the party, but glad I’m in for the ride. He’s so freaking talented

  • @ilyachet
    @ilyachet 4 роки тому +91

    For some reason this song made me cry a bit. Unusual, needed to take several repeats to get into.
    Talented one, never heard about him. Just found out randomly

    • @franzlove
      @franzlove 4 роки тому +8

      listen to slip away

    • @christianedv9013
      @christianedv9013 4 роки тому +1

      almost the same for me. Perhaps, it is because it has a beautiful musical cadence

    • @lugerarirama8902
      @lugerarirama8902 3 роки тому +2

      Me too and I don't have any reason for

    • @_heresjohnny
      @_heresjohnny 3 роки тому +1

      This was my first perfume genius song and it’s really somber but the melody and cadence of the song say otherwise; it’s a great song :)

  • @jonh2179
    @jonh2179 4 роки тому +88

    My wig? ON THE FLOOR💃🕺

  • @liampanitz4683
    @liampanitz4683 4 роки тому +469

    He needs to do a song with Christine and the queen's/Miss Polachek.

    • @Gneeeey
      @Gneeeey 4 роки тому +57

      Liam Panitz you might already know it but just in case, there’s a song called Jonathan by Christine and the Queens featuring Perfume Genius (and it’s wonderful!!)

    • @joshuahoward6845
      @joshuahoward6845 4 роки тому +9

      Um, he did. That’s actually how I discovered Christine and the Queens lol

    • @gunpiIot
      @gunpiIot 4 роки тому +20

      a song with miss caroline polachek would end me

    • @felixtannenbaum
      @felixtannenbaum 4 роки тому +1

      @@gunpiIot don't end! ua-cam.com/video/aWzlneLOkzk/v-deo.html

    • @perfumegenius
      @perfumegenius  4 роки тому +306

      yes

  • @eshagollapalli2433
    @eshagollapalli2433 Рік тому +12

    This is one of those songs I listened to on repeat when I discovered it, then discovered the music video and it just elevated the song a million times more. You can feel the emotion in the song itself, but combined with the passionate interpretive dance makes this an ethereal experience

    • @Surginioo
      @Surginioo 11 місяців тому

      I feel you ❤❤❤

  • @sashageffen5302
    @sashageffen5302 4 роки тому +555

    rolling around in the dirt outside is still social distancing as long as u stay 6ft from other people thank u for modeling safe practices kxng

    • @prettyhamburger6462
      @prettyhamburger6462 4 роки тому

      Totally

    • @Olhado256
      @Olhado256 4 роки тому +24

      I hope this comment makes no sense in a few months

    • @JavenarchX
      @JavenarchX 4 роки тому +3

      Haha ..dirt is so hot right now

    • @neveliasjamestyler
      @neveliasjamestyler 4 роки тому

      Sasha Geffen It’s your holy what in the world 🌍 heavenly father the prophet elijah 😮 trillion oercent serius TYLER JAMES PORTNOY facebook then all three twitter ❄️ pages media portfolio 💼 bottom to top ! Lose your min damazed at god amen 🙏 and call eryonéGÒ!

    • @jinagibson6818
      @jinagibson6818 4 роки тому

      Gaud made dirt... I hope my dad loves this video. I know it was his dream job by all the junk and old motherfuckers he kept as contacts.

  • @chiyuuka1720
    @chiyuuka1720 7 місяців тому +6

    Just found this song randomly, and I'm so in love with it ❤!
    Can't describe the emotions that I feel...
    The: “I just want him in my arms”, hits me differently.
    This is art. Well done. Thank you for this piece of art ❤.

  • @ashleywalters6885
    @ashleywalters6885 4 роки тому +13

    ok but it’s times like these where dance is truly shown as an art form and it makes me so happy

  • @chillbillc4366
    @chillbillc4366 3 роки тому +43

    I just found this song and now I can’t imagine life with out it

  • @meencantatumusica
    @meencantatumusica 4 роки тому +38

    Gorgeous! He pulled a Kate Bush on Running up that hill here.

  • @applejuice1689
    @applejuice1689 2 роки тому +27

    I'm trying
    But still I close my eyes
    The dreaming
    Bringing his face to mine
    Lock the door
    The constant buzzing
    All through the night
    The fighting
    Rips me all up inside
    On the floor
    I pace, I run my mouth
    I pray and wait
    I cross out his name on the page
    This washes away?
    (How long 'til) My body is safe?
    (How long 'til) I walk in the light?
    (How long 'til) This heart isn't mine?
    The rise and fall
    Of his chest on me
    I'm trying
    But still it's all I see
    The violent
    Current of energy
    I hide it
    Away and underneath
    Lock the door
    I shake, I promise everyday
    To change
    I cross out his name on the page
    This washes away?
    (How long 'til) My body is safe?
    (How long 'til) I walk in the light?
    (How long 'til) This heart isn't mine?
    Take this wildness away
    I'm trying
    But still I close my eyes
    The dreaming
    Bringing his face to mine
    Out the door
    I pace, I run my mouth
    I pray to change
    I cross out his name on the page
    This washes away?
    (How long 'til) My body is safe?
    (How long 'til) This heart isn't mine?
    I just want him in my arms
    I just want him in my arms

  • @jb8280
    @jb8280 4 роки тому +75

    This artist can do no wrong. Each step he takes is something that works in a way only he can translate thru his particular filter of sounds and words. Can not wait for everything he offers the world. A rarity in today’s world.

  • @Deberry59
    @Deberry59 4 роки тому +10

    I am lost at how this song leaves me feeling like I just had the best experience of positive energy. You can’t help but to move those hips! Love it

  • @mattiamarasti
    @mattiamarasti 4 роки тому +34

    This is my favourite song of the year so far (maybe even better than "People I've Been Sad" by Christine and the Queens). So catchy but at the same time it's so deep and sad. My heart is crying and dancing at the same time

  • @otom3487
    @otom3487 4 роки тому +436

    I can't believe this but I think this album is going to be even better than No Shape (which is EXCELLENT)

    • @sam_sands
      @sam_sands 4 роки тому +5

      I am SO PUMPED !!!

    • @neveliasjamestyler
      @neveliasjamestyler 4 роки тому

      O Tom It’s your holy what in the world 🌍 heavenly father the prophet elijah 😮 trillion oercent serius TYLER JAMES PORTNOY facebook then all three twitter ❄️ pages media portfolio 💼 bottom to top ! Lose your min damazed at god amen 🙏 and call eryonéGÒ!

    • @guillermoreyesamores1291
      @guillermoreyesamores1291 4 роки тому +10

      You were right friend

    • @laurencooks5471
      @laurencooks5471 4 роки тому +4

      It actually is!!!

    • @ohcompassion
      @ohcompassion 4 роки тому +7

      comments that aged perfectly

  • @davideoizarod
    @davideoizarod 4 роки тому +47

    Poetry. How come your voice goes so smoothly along every sound. Always new, always fresh, album after album. A true artist. A Genius.

  • @MainDeJustice
    @MainDeJustice 3 роки тому +7

    Those little mhms and background vocals give me eargasms.The small details on this track 👌🏻

  • @repuffinate
    @repuffinate 4 роки тому +81

    this is the shiny happy version of mitski's geyser video

  • @nico3446
    @nico3446 4 роки тому +74

    loving the dirt vibes, can't wait for the new album

    • @everythinghyrum
      @everythinghyrum 4 роки тому +14

      Idk why but "loving the dirt vibes" is sending me 😂😂 seriously tho I'm so excited for this album

    • @kierraa05
      @kierraa05 4 роки тому +6

      Everything Coasters i thought the same, like that’s not vibes it’s actual dirt lmaooo

  • @she7061
    @she7061 4 роки тому +99

    I haven’t gotten this much dopamine since Slip Away

  • @MuMu-fu7qe
    @MuMu-fu7qe 2 роки тому +8

    The choreography is out of this world and was beautifully executed. Such strength, athleticism, rhythm, timing, nuance - not to mention SEXY. Stellar performance 👏

  • @MrrFlash
    @MrrFlash 4 роки тому +10

    I love it when one becomes two and when two become one.

  • @santiagoromero3521
    @santiagoromero3521 4 роки тому +9

    3:25 amAZING, did not expect that

  • @joaquinbaume1291
    @joaquinbaume1291 4 роки тому +8

    i'm like 30 seconds into this and it's already one of the best songs i've heard all year

  • @theyluvarwn
    @theyluvarwn 4 роки тому +5

    Everything from the song, the singing, the movements, and everything about this is just beyond amazing.

  • @iannakin
    @iannakin 4 роки тому +9

    This song and this dance are profoundly beautiful.

  • @laurapope2178
    @laurapope2178 2 роки тому +3

    It's heartbreaking, gut-wrenching, hopeful and transcendent at the same time. I'm still crying.

  • @lorigetz4489
    @lorigetz4489 4 роки тому +11

    Stylistically, this is his best album yet.

  • @charlesloche1534
    @charlesloche1534 4 роки тому +14

    This song is a BANGER

    • @tinfoilhatter
      @tinfoilhatter 4 роки тому +1

      it's a ranger! but it's no stranger! but i sense danger! but in a good way! it's got soul! the kind ya find way out in the country, or late in the afternoon on some day when spring still ain't here!! five stars~~~!!!

  • @letterdonggmail
    @letterdonggmail 4 роки тому +79

    this is my 3-month-old son's fav song so far

    • @yesthatisababytoucan.youre6983
      @yesthatisababytoucan.youre6983 2 роки тому +3

      @joe berreth You'd be surprised 😂
      As someone with a lot of siblings, I can confirm that babies pick the most random songs ever lol.
      My siblings favorite songs when they were babies have gone anywhere from Syrup & Honey-Duffy, to Bodies-Drowning Pool.
      I definitely don't doubt that a baby could like this song lol

  • @gustavoapollo1327
    @gustavoapollo1327 4 роки тому +81

    Since Ultraviolence an album hadn't hit me so hard. The lyrics, the intrumental, the aesthetic, OMG THIS VIDEO!! Everything is so damn powerfull. I've been a cold heart bitch since I was fifteen, but this maesterpiece throw back to me all of those feelings. I feel like I could cry (or fuck) for eternity.

  • @karmacomacure
    @karmacomacure 3 роки тому +4

    This has got to be one of the most beautiful things I've heard/seen.

  • @Mr.Moose5000
    @Mr.Moose5000 3 роки тому +2

    I'm a porter at a Lexus dealership.. Someone had this gold piece playing on their radio... NOW i can't get over it

  • @santiagoprietov.4493
    @santiagoprietov.4493 4 роки тому +4

    This is the perfectly song to cry and dance at the same time

  • @Whackadoo1
    @Whackadoo1 3 роки тому +4

    4:40 and onwards is just so beautiful sounding, I want to live in it! 💙

  • @marcelvanimpe7705
    @marcelvanimpe7705 4 роки тому +3

    Makes me think on "Call me by your name!",..Gorgeous !!!

  • @clairegregory3929
    @clairegregory3929 4 роки тому +24

    Was not expecting this to already be my favorite album of 2020 but here we are

  • @marykey5770
    @marykey5770 4 роки тому +13

    Listening from quarantine 🥺♥️ this song and music melts my heart

  • @binkytube
    @binkytube Рік тому +3

    Big ups to whomever decided to sign this guy up at Matador. I remember hearing his demos way back and they were amazing. If it weren't for all the support, we probably wouldn't be hearing this masterpiece.

  • @adrianhernandez98
    @adrianhernandez98 4 роки тому +17

    my jaw is on the floor mike, this is fucking brilliant... tears

  • @nlbhaduri
    @nlbhaduri 3 роки тому +8

    Brilliantly choreographed and absolute living art!

  • @Michelis28
    @Michelis28 4 роки тому +172

    I feel safe knowing my dads Alan and Mike will protect me from Coronavirus....
    But seriously, I love this so much!

  • @JimmyLBass
    @JimmyLBass 11 місяців тому +1

    Does it not make anyone else fucking crazy that this guy isn’t more well known/popular? How many brilliant songs has he made in just the last decade or so? It’s absurd.

  • @ellisvan
    @ellisvan 4 роки тому +4

    Definitely in my top ten favourite songs. It's impossible not to be happy hearing this

  • @christospolydorou598
    @christospolydorou598 4 роки тому +6

    Perfume Genius has such a grip on his art at this point, he has become formidable

  • @Mark.mp3
    @Mark.mp3 4 роки тому +6

    This song is TOO FREAKING GOOD!

  • @psuedospike
    @psuedospike 4 роки тому +12

    This song is a beautiful journey through 80's pop music.

    • @SquirrelBiskit
      @SquirrelBiskit 2 роки тому +1

      It’s got a Madonna “True Blue” beat to it. ☺️

    • @Leo-gu5ml
      @Leo-gu5ml Рік тому

      You mean Morrissey, right?

  • @efronito943
    @efronito943 4 роки тому +4

    this song made me smile from start to end. it's truly nostalgic from the point of something I didn't live yet!

  • @highpriestess7841
    @highpriestess7841 9 місяців тому +2

    Amazing I Just Heard This OnThe End Radio Station Seattle !!!!

  • @tomcross2862
    @tomcross2862 4 роки тому +10

    This choreography is amazing. It portrays so much emotion. I was brought to chills. Moving stuff

  • @Devsization
    @Devsization 11 місяців тому +2

    Never getting over this song 🥹✨

  • @BCause-qv1mk
    @BCause-qv1mk 4 роки тому +3

    Although lyrics are about lost love and heartache, I just couldn't stop smiling watching this. My new feel good song. Perfume Genius, you've done it again!

  • @StarbucksMary
    @StarbucksMary 4 роки тому +5

    thank you sir for knocking us all down so we're all on the floor after watching this

  • @TnageANGST
    @TnageANGST 3 роки тому +2

    Apart from his debut, each of his albums has a powerful, anthemic signature song. Hood on N 2 It, Queen on Too Bright, Slip Away on No Shape and this one on SMHOFI.
    His talent is amazing.

  • @rodrigo33370
    @rodrigo33370 4 роки тому +6

    3:06 heavenly part

  • @desert_holly
    @desert_holly 4 роки тому +3

    I didn't know I needed Perfume Genius till yesterday and randomly stumbling on them. Soooo very happy. 🖤

  • @1337charlie
    @1337charlie Рік тому +1

    Anyone else notice how great those boots look on him?

  • @fkadust
    @fkadust 4 роки тому +7

    Mike, your evolution is a beautiful wonder to behold

  • @whereispie
    @whereispie 2 роки тому +3

    Amazing. Song, dancers, location and sun ❤️💜

  • @Rod808
    @Rod808 4 роки тому +3

    ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!!
    Already in love with the song,and than ...this video.BOOM

  • @leelee6000
    @leelee6000 4 роки тому +1

    @3.06 played thus part about 100 times very very good voice and just love this part

  • @andrestovar6756
    @andrestovar6756 4 роки тому

    this album is bringing me sum nice and euphoric feelings. this songs makes me want to move gracefully. the visuals!!!! the excellence
    Perfume Genius is giving us ugh

  • @mikofdz
    @mikofdz 4 роки тому +6

    what a wonderful human being

  • @indiemagic1473
    @indiemagic1473 3 роки тому +6

    This is a masterpiece. It's so refreshing to have an artist that is openly gay like this, and creates such beautiful art

  • @Pv488
    @Pv488 3 роки тому +1

    3:07 is my absolute favorite part, love this song so much. Gotta love Spotify for introducing me to it

  • @abelvanoirschot1429
    @abelvanoirschot1429 4 роки тому +3

    Cannot stop listening to this song

  • @ronrendon
    @ronrendon 4 роки тому +3

    OMG, what a beautiful song......the last 60 seconds was SOOOOOO DREAMY........xoxo

  • @danieljoao3630
    @danieljoao3630 4 роки тому +8

    I am waiting anxiously

  • @jdhathrisen
    @jdhathrisen 3 роки тому +1

    I love this song. This was my favourite album of 2020. Beautiful.

  • @mintzmia
    @mintzmia 3 роки тому +1

    So much love

  • @thenozzle3873
    @thenozzle3873 2 роки тому +3

    Loved it right from the start. One of those combinations of a great song, vocal and production. Must check out more from this album and others! Plus an original video!

  • @mikeroadmaster
    @mikeroadmaster 4 роки тому +3

    I have played this song so many countless times I like it! I rather roll around in the snow then the dirt though!

  • @socalspirit805
    @socalspirit805 4 роки тому +4

    I haven’t seen a video make me smile from ear to ear from beginning to start in a while. Thank you for making this beautiful piece of art. ❤️

  • @robertopavlin2923
    @robertopavlin2923 3 роки тому +1

    So talented...
    So unique...
    So handsome...
    Love him ♥️♥️

  • @jurpre
    @jurpre 4 роки тому +7

    another beautiful song. goosebumps immediately. tears eventually. can't wait for the new album.
    missed you so much Mike ♥

  • @freedom_mayor
    @freedom_mayor 4 роки тому +46

    AND He's a talented dancer? Mike is out here flexing on us.

  • @meowmeow4514
    @meowmeow4514 2 роки тому +1

    I've listened to this over and over and over. I can't get enough. It's incredible ❤️❤️❤️

  • @enzoalmada38
    @enzoalmada38 4 роки тому +4

    I just fell in love with your album man, is my first listen to you, all my support. Thank you so much!

  • @GreenshirtMr1023
    @GreenshirtMr1023 3 роки тому +1

    The best song of 2020 and one of the few great things about the year.

  • @tonydabestidolful
    @tonydabestidolful 4 роки тому +1

    I found this song and video 2 days ago. I have had it on repeat nonstop since. So effin beautiful. So sad and so beautiful.

  • @oguncalskan3072
    @oguncalskan3072 3 роки тому +4

    Beautifull Lauren brought me here, thanks for lovely song

  • @lilmarsu
    @lilmarsu Рік тому

    I truly love him. So glad to hear and see this beautiful human being and artist

  • @tellmewhy4915
    @tellmewhy4915 4 роки тому +7

    Quanta bellezza, quanta arte
    (so beauty, so art)

  • @heathermoree1433
    @heathermoree1433 2 місяці тому

    I love everything about this

  • @carlospires7411
    @carlospires7411 4 роки тому

    Excelent band! Very original, love them for years!

  • @okdanku2129
    @okdanku2129 4 роки тому +6

    Love this track very much, it makes me feel euphoria, I love this project, it is amazing and the peculiar way in which to convey so many emotions, every
    Definitely one of my favorite albums this year, just thank you for this piece full of feelings, It's a beautiful tour to pass track by track.

  • @dysfoxtional
    @dysfoxtional 2 роки тому +1

    the dancing and movement in this video is so gatdamn smooth it's impressive

  • @preciodelibertad9968
    @preciodelibertad9968 4 роки тому

    Takes one back. You can't but love it. Great production value

  • @masoncherrito4252
    @masoncherrito4252 4 роки тому +57

    I’d like to see Mike and Robyn perform a dance routine together.

  • @davidcremin3837
    @davidcremin3837 4 роки тому +3

    i love this so much! So excited for the album

  • @MuMu-fu7qe
    @MuMu-fu7qe 2 роки тому +1

    This song sucks you in and never lets you go lol I must have listened to it 100x last night.

  • @chadbroyles5124
    @chadbroyles5124 4 роки тому +2

    My icon, my star, my hope. I love you, thank you.

  • @troydelaney7223
    @troydelaney7223 4 роки тому +20

    @3:00 tho... perfume genius writes the most transcendent bridges in all of modern music.