I remember those nights when I found my father in the kitchen, drunk and listening to Elliott. He simply hugged me without saying a word and we could stay like this until the sun came out. I didn't know English then, only now I understand that it's much more than just a beautiful sad song. Oh, how I still wish I could do something... I hope both my father and Elliott are in a better place now ♥ Edit: thank you everyone for your support and whoever goes through hard times himself my heart goes out to you ❤
When Elliot died in 2003 there was a tribute concert in Austin and I was so honoured to be able to be the one who performed this song that night. Each artist only got one song and there were no repeats. This song and "Say Yes" I think are my favourite. I still think about that night and all the wonderful songs Elliott wrote. Looking back I can't believe I get to perform this one. On Spotify it's his most highly listened track. I wish I had a video of the event.
@@ghosthorrors3483 that's totally her fault If she reacted laughing at you, sadly we can't control other people's reactions. You have to always remember to tell people about your feelings, that's the key to be happy with yourself. Don't let this experience ruin your confidence, if you really believe in your emotions you should never be ashamed of them. I've lived all my life suppressing my emotions and trust me it always gets worse If you don't find a way out. You did the right thing.
@@riccardo6709 thank you , she came back saying she was sorry and that she doesn’t want to lose me , the truth it’s I don’t even care anymore if she doesn’t talk to me I feel free now
I really believe that nobody else has ever written songs which are so melancholic and so beautiful, at the same time. Rest in peace, Elliott. Thank you for your masterpieces.
Oh, My brother, my dear brother, he left this world yesterday & this was his favourite song. Still remember when you were 14, I was 10 and you showed me this song. I was fascinated! You took me down the Rock N 'Roll path and thanks to you I developed my own musical tastes. Today, I discover that you left this world of your own free will, taking an overdose of pills until you were sound asleep. Dear brother, when I found out about that, coming to listen to this song was the only thing that occurred to me at the time, and here I am! listening to this song at 3 in the morning, while singing loudly and enjoying the music as if you are still with me to listen to it together. Brother, when you first showed me this song, you told me that we all had Dark Necessities hidden within us, but we weren't brave enough to show them to everyone. Now I understand it and I am sorry I understood it too late. I love you, brother, and I will always love you. Thank you for showing me these musical wonders. I will miss you today, tomorrow and always.This song will always be a part of us, dear brother.
You need to check out Sparklehorse if you haven’t. He is the only one that reaches me as deeply as Elliott does. He also took his life in 2010, and you can hear hints of it in all his music just like with Elliott. Scratches that itch to have company with someone who struggled like I do, but was a genius and was able to express his feelings with his music. His name was Mark Linkous.
3 months ago marked my 3rd year being sober. These days it's getting harder to stay clean but I'm glad I am still fighting. It gets better if you want it for yourself. You're not alone. Stay strong. Somebody loves you.
im 19 rn and im kinda inbetween both. not knowing if life is worth it after all its already burdened me with and also knowing theres so much more to experience that is worth staying is painful. i guess i stay for the people who decided they didnt want to..
I am a recovering Alcoholic, I came across this recording by accident whilst in rehab...played it the day I left. The words and the way it is played and sung just brought me to me knees. This was the Vodka singing to me...thank God I am now 6 months sober and play this to remind me of how I used to feel and never want to go back there again. Thank you Elliot for this moving and piece of music....xxxxx
Annie Griffiths please keep going. I had the same but with drugs. Its a bad world sometimes but we have to make the best out of it ourselves. Please be proud of yourself.
I'm here because Elliot was in my dream this morning. He showed me a chord progression that I don't remember but I know was beautiful. He had thin shiny wires as pickups on his acoustic guitar. And we were at a park during a sunny morning.
First time I have heard this in 8 years. Strange because so much has happened since then. Been married, had family, divorced and for some reason this makes me feel young again. Like those phases in my life seamlessly weave together and all of a sudden I feel whole again. Just listening to this song did that for me. Godamnit Elliott, thank you!
Drink up baby, stay up all night With the things you could do You won't but you might The potential you'll be that you'll never see The promises you'll only make Drink up with me now And forget all about the pressure of days Do what I say and I'll make you okay And drive them away The images stuck in your head People you've been before That you don't want around anymore That push and shove and won't bend to your will I'll keep them still Drink up baby, look at the stars I'll kiss you again, between the bars Where I'm seeing you there with your hands in the air Waiting to finally be caught Drink up one more time, and I'll make you mine Keep you apart, deep in my heart Separate from the rest, where I like you the best And keep the things you forgot People you've been before That you don't want around anymore That push and shove and won't bend to your will I'll keep them still
If he wasn't the man of torment that he was he might not of created what he did. Like many before him and those that will come after, we are blessed to be able to hear their talents before they are cut short.
I’m so sorry man. I scrolled by this comment but something just hooked into me and pulled me back up. You are enough, addiction steals peoples minds from them and it’s an awful thing. Sending love from Canada.
@@SerfsUp1848 Hey, suburban white kid. You're either really stupid, or just a pos troll. Obviously the OP was talking to his own father. Elliott Smith didn't have a kid.
I have a difficult time commenting on this because I used to go see Elliott play at a little bar right down the street from me when I lived in Portland in the mid 90's. It was called Belmont's. I lived in the apartments on 29th and Hawthorne right across from the Safeway. I used to walk there and see him play solo or with Heatmiser. I miss those days so much. I worked at Berbati's Pan at the time. Back when the X-Ray Cafe and Dante's were still having every band you could imagine before they got famous. I used to feed Ben Ellis and and Tres Shannon ( owners of the x-ray at the time) souvlaki for free LOL! also fed a lot of local bands at the time. Andrew Loomis Toody and Fred from Dead Moon. I miss those days so much.
I remember seeing Elliot Smith walk around Echo Park like 13 years ago. He was never in a rush and seemed happy strolling down Sunset Blvd or around Echo Park Lake in the mornings. I haven't really thought about him too much until Rick and Morty used his music on Tiny Rick. It felt let my high school self and my current self having a conversation.
my father was in love with the bottle for 40 years. his name was sean. he passed when i was only an 12 year old boy. his addiction was an gateway for him to rest. beautiful soul. broken mind .
I feel bad that I don't know this guy, he seems like a very powerful individual to a lot of people, and i feel I have a responsibility to learn. (Yes it's actually my name)
@@Berniewahlbrinck yeah, shame it's not exactly the same, still very close tho, I've listened to a few songs and looked into him a bit, and I'm happy to say I'm proud to be named after such a legend
Its a real shame, i don't even want to imagine the pain he was going thru to end his life the way he did, i cant help being emotionally moved every time i hear his art
If you watch his last show he looks so much happier than the ones from a few years earlier. In my opinion, I think he sobered up and got his life together, a part of which was breaking up with Jennifer Chiba, who stabbed him out of jealousy. She did pull out the knife after all.
yea this one Ms misery and needle in the hay, all 3 When I think about Elliott I think the internet, todays technology and the fact that the quality of the dope is getting better again, man he would be happy or as happy as Elliott could be in todays society. and I dont care what anyone says, it was not suicide. heroin addicts don't kill themselves like that. He could very easily have ODed and slipped away if he wanted to die. the truth is he was just a dope addict so they didnt care enough to spend taxpayer dollars to arrest and convict someone for murder. he and i r so much alike...
Please turn to Jesus repent (turn from sin) and believe trust in what he did for you so that you may have eternal life. He died and rose again on the third day, you need to die to self daily if you believe pick up your cross and fallow him.
I miss you Dane Ryan Carney ❤️ this will forever be our song. everyday gets a little easier. I’ll always love you, and one day I know I’ll see you again,
When I hear his music I get such a bittersweet feeling. I am so in love with his music but it makes me so sad to think of what he had to go through in order to create it. In that sense, I feel like he didn’t just create art- he was the art. His death was a massive loss not only in the music world, but the world lost this brilliant and empathetic person.
I just miss my girlfriend very much but this beyond beautiful song helps me cope with the pain. I just hope she’s happier at her new place and finishes her study . Love you , Susan
We can save eachother.. the worst thing is to feel alone...we all need to feel some sort of connection to at least one other person. . . We are all some mother's child as my mum says. Come on people...wake up... take the time to look after your neighbour. Spread the love
@@bonarjames-oneill2483 Don't mean to be that double guy but it's in the shape of an Am7, so it's a Gm7. I know what you mean though, Eliott had a way of making his chords sound unique to his style.
@@dylansheppard2479 That's what I love about a great song, when i'm trying to figure it out on guitar and i realize it's a simple chord progression played in a unique way.
I keep rewatching this video. It conveys hopelessness in such a powerful and simple way. He somehow figured out how to distill a single emotion into two and a half minutes and compromised nothing. It's moving and it makes me cry and I can't stay away. RIP
Yeah Elliott sure knows how to write self loathing into a song. Not saying I don't like him, I respect him a lot and believe that he had some serious demons but some of his stuff is just projecting that nasty shit into the world and most people don't need anymore of that stuff.
@@HajnsPotatis yeah you're right but one can cause damage to the world with their music if they're not careful. Music is magic, for better or for worse.
+Niko Hartman I think it's a bathroom too. Probably the room with the best acoustics in the place. He's sitting on the toilet seat -- because where else can you sit, in a bathroom? :-D
+Niko Hartman A LOT of guitarists play and even record in the bathroom. I do it all the time. It's all about the natural reverb from the tile. Keep it up.. Do it more! :)
I remember all those late nights when I would find my father alone in the kitchen, tears streaming down his face, drunk and listening to Elliot. 🥺 Wait, no... He was listening to his favorite "Kid's Bop" CD (#6..a classic). And those tears were of joy. Fuck, he really loved that CD.... Miss you, Dad... See you this weekend. ❤️
totally agree - just a note: I think Jeffrey Lee Pierce wrote a similar song for The Gun Club: Idiot Waltz, have an ear: ua-cam.com/video/IsuNAJGunV4/v-deo.html
I feel a rollercoaster of emotions when I listen to this song. It takes me back to the worst time in my life that happened not too long ago. I still don't know how I didn't end my life, but I'm thankful I didn't.
@@joseharo8495 I lasted 3 months sober then went back to drinking. It's really difficult. At the moment just been binge drinking once a week and spending alot of money on recreational party drugs. Would like to stop again but just seems so boring without that life and no chance at meeting anyone if I don't leave the house.
I love you Elliott. You inspired me to play the guitar and taught me to shed my skin and never fear any depth of emotion when it came to songwriting. I found myself living in a shell however instead of telling me to break out of it, you've taught me how to live in it comfortably while continuing to push my limits. Your music is forever engraved into my mind and I plan on getting a tattoo inspired by you in the near future. I know you'll never get to read this however credit to you is still well overdue. You're my inspiration and your contribution to the world and the industry of music will never be forgotten. Thank you for sharing your beautiful talent with us, I am forever grateful. Your heart will forever beat through the rhythm of your music and you will live on in the hearts of those you have and continue to effect. Thank you Elliott
I thought I was the only one in that shell. I have never heard this artist until this moment. The tears wont stop. The hurt beauty in this makes me reel. Its so sad and gorgeous. To anyone who is curious, this a glimpse of what the alcohol demon says to you. It will change its voice to suit the moment, but the shit it screams dont.
I can imagine him plucking out notes to build a chord that explains what he feels. Or writting a peom that stems from a theme. Then slowly intermiximg the two, changing the rhythm, deciding on a melody, and settling lnto a groove. But I imagine its all one thing for him, and it all comes so naturally. That- is what I think is special about elliots music. It all was his way of speaking to the world, because it explained exactly how he felt.
such an amazing person. his talent and genius was so under appreciated, and he never got the recognition he deserved. we lost him way too soon. we love you elliott:)
I searched this song because of an episode where Rick from Rick and Morty turned into a teenager. First I listened to this because his voice is just so beautiful but now just in a few month, this song became my no.1 most played song over my fav bands. I started to understand how much I'm in love with this masterpiece. Rest in peace, Elliott.
@Christian Palmer lol been there, done that, hated it and myself. please don't push your christian agenda on to me when you don'tknow shit about my personal situation. thanks.
I just heard this song for the first time and I'm in tears. A song to the mistress that steals your soul. I walked through that hell and I'm still here holding on! I'm bent; Not broken; I'm beautifully scarred; I survived myself! I fought for my soul and I won! I wish I would've been blessed to discover this beautiful soul years ago. This one is for the hard days! Thank you Elliott
I had the amazing confluence of the late 90s to be able to strike up a musical friendship with Elliott via Beatles cassette bootlegs. We communicated a few times and whenever he was in Portland, we said 'hi' after shows and 'what's the latest unreleased Beatle music'. Such a dear guy. Xo Indeed.
I always viewed this song as a triple entandre of the personification of alcohol talking to him, bar hopping, and drinking between lines of musical notes (bars). Genius.
I remember this. I lived in LA then and kept up on everything via Myspace, where you could follow your favorite artists and find out when they were playing live
3:05 a.m. in Portland right now... Never met or saw him, how I cry for the beauty and the loss though. At least we have something to remember as sweetly with in his music.
"The potential you'll be, that you'll never see"
Almost autobiographical.
Rest in peace.
Eliot Metherell dammit that was the saddest comment on this page
Eliot Metherell 💔
Eliot Metherell eerily
yeah, guess he knew what hes talking about.
it is autobiographical to an extent. the lyrics are supposed to be alcohol talking to him.
I remember those nights when I found my father in the kitchen, drunk and listening to Elliott. He simply hugged me without saying a word and we could stay like this until the sun came out. I didn't know English then, only now I understand that it's much more than just a beautiful sad song. Oh, how I still wish I could do something... I hope both my father and Elliott are in a better place now ♥
Edit: thank you everyone for your support and whoever goes through hard times himself my heart goes out to you ❤
Ты сильный человек, сила из испании. Я знаю немного русский
@@adriaan3117 Спасибо
❤️❤️❤️
much love man. i’m so sorry.
You broke my heart with your story.
When Elliot died in 2003 there was a tribute concert in Austin and I was so honoured to be able to be the one who performed this song that night. Each artist only got one song and there were no repeats. This song and "Say Yes" I think are my favourite. I still think about that night and all the wonderful songs Elliott wrote. Looking back I can't believe I get to perform this one. On Spotify it's his most highly listened track. I wish I had a video of the event.
thats so cool
I wish everyone could express their feelings like this. It makes me sad how much people suppress their thoughts
:(
I just told the girl I like that I like her … she just laugh at my face :( , now i just feel like a have a have a black hole in my chest .
@@ghosthorrors3483 that's totally her fault If she reacted laughing at you, sadly we can't control other people's reactions. You have to always remember to tell people about your feelings, that's the key to be happy with yourself. Don't let this experience ruin your confidence, if you really believe in your emotions you should never be ashamed of them.
I've lived all my life suppressing my emotions and trust me it always gets worse If you don't find a way out.
You did the right thing.
@@ghosthorrors3483 its talks more about herself than you, dont be afraid the feeling of emptiness feel it
@@riccardo6709 thank you , she came back saying she was sorry and that she doesn’t want to lose me , the truth it’s I don’t even care anymore if she doesn’t talk to me I feel free now
I really believe that nobody else has ever written songs which are so melancholic and so beautiful, at the same time.
Rest in peace, Elliott. Thank you for your masterpieces.
Jackson C. Frank
Have a listen to Nick Drake too. Similar stuff. Similar tragedy befell him too.
Listen to Naima by John Coltrane
Mark Kozelek, Red House Painters. Listen to the song Medicine Bottle.
Jeff Buckley is the only one i put in the same category
Who needs a fancy studio when you have that much talent
that's actually a pretty fancy microphone, I agree though
miang58 well the sloppiness of the production present in elliot’s music is what gives it it’s personal touch.
All you need is a bathroom, guitar, and a mic
I’m so depressed and hurt but this sad comment section is making me less lonely. Whoever’s reading this..thank you for existing.
Thank you for existing too man, I hope things get better
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Love you and I'm proud of you♥️
Thank you too. :)
This most be what its like to listen to a Van Gogh painting, beautifully hauntingly tragic sound.
Van Gogh’s biggest feat was painting happiness and beauty, when all that he was experiencing was misery and hardship.
this comment is the best way to put his music into words
@@tommytwo-times9053 damn this hit me hard...musta been all he had. his passion,his painting
Wow! So true.
this is the only song that can make my heart physically hurt.
Couldn't have said it better, felt the same way as I first heard this touching song..
This song put me in his team, after I went through his entire catalogue , the realization set in that there would be no more..ever again.. that hurts.
*****
you're so nice lol, thank you.
eromattiffarg It's OK man, It'll get easier for you I hope.
eromattiffarg Reaching puberty is a bitch, isn't it. Don't worry, you'll get through it.
Oh, My brother, my dear brother, he left this world yesterday & this was his favourite song. Still remember when you were 14, I was 10 and you showed me this song. I was fascinated! You took me down the Rock N 'Roll path and thanks to you I developed my own musical tastes. Today, I discover that you left this world of your own free will, taking an overdose of pills until you were sound asleep. Dear brother, when I found out about that, coming to listen to this song was the only thing that occurred to me at the time, and here I am! listening to this song at 3 in the morning, while singing loudly and enjoying the music as if you are still with me to listen to it together. Brother, when you first showed me this song, you told me that we all had Dark Necessities hidden within us, but we weren't brave enough to show them to everyone. Now I understand it and I am sorry I understood it too late. I love you, brother, and I will always love you. Thank you for showing me these musical wonders. I will miss you today, tomorrow and always.This song will always be a part of us, dear brother.
Now he is in peace, away from all this war and sorrow. Rest in peace🙏🏻🤘
It's a beautiful thing to love someone the way you do.
I'm so very sorry for your loss, I hope you find comfort in Jesus as he is the only way to true Joy.
@@christianpalmerget the actual fuck off an Elliot Smith video.
Peace be with you 🕊️
There’s only a few artists that actually hit incredibly hard without screaming the words out. Elliot is one of them.
Xxx is also good at that even tho he screams hella loud in some songs but songs like alone pt 3 are fire
dont even compare xxx to elliott bruh lol. rip to both of them though fr didnt deserve to go.@@ozzystar3545
@@Darth_Bulldoggive it a chance.. listen to "snow" by x
Sufjan as well
You need to check out Sparklehorse if you haven’t. He is the only one that reaches me as deeply as Elliott does. He also took his life in 2010, and you can hear hints of it in all his music just like with Elliott. Scratches that itch to have company with someone who struggled like I do, but was a genius and was able to express his feelings with his music. His name was Mark Linkous.
3 months ago marked my 3rd year being sober. These days it's getting harder to stay clean but I'm glad I am still fighting. It gets better if you want it for yourself. You're not alone. Stay strong. Somebody loves you.
Stay strong, i fail enough for both of us during lockdown
Congrats! I'm proud of you :)
please stay strong. it'll pay off. you can do it.
Congrats man!!! Im at 4 months!!
@@rareELL congrats to you too
It’s ironic how the younger we are we don’t want to live another day and the older we are we wish we could have just another day to live.
@@sophiafake-virus2456 Every day it gets worse...
Many times you realize you don't want to lose something when you can't do anything about it
Not all of us.
I'd rather have a bottle in front of me than a frontal lobotomy
im 19 rn and im kinda inbetween both. not knowing if life is worth it after all its already burdened me with and also knowing theres so much more to experience that is worth staying is painful. i guess i stay for the people who decided they didnt want to..
I am a recovering Alcoholic, I came across this recording by accident whilst in rehab...played it the day I left. The words and the way it is played and sung just brought me to me knees. This was the Vodka singing to me...thank God I am now 6 months sober and play this to remind me of how I used to feel and never want to go back there again. Thank you Elliot for this moving and piece of music....xxxxx
I don't know you but I send you a big hug and I hope you are doing great :)
keep up the good spirit
Annie Griffiths I smell...bullshit
Annie Griffiths please keep going. I had the same but with drugs. Its a bad world sometimes but we have to make the best out of it ourselves. Please be proud of yourself.
Annie Griffiths
I hope you're still sober. 💛
I'm here because Elliot was in my dream this morning. He showed me a chord progression that I don't remember but I know was beautiful. He had thin shiny wires as pickups on his acoustic guitar. And we were at a park during a sunny morning.
The way he stares at the same spot with those blank eyes. I wish I just could’ve given this guy a hug
No
@@stephenc3504what
First time I have heard this in 8 years. Strange because so much has happened since then. Been married, had family, divorced and for some reason this makes me feel young again. Like those phases in my life seamlessly weave together and all of a sudden I feel whole again. Just listening to this song did that for me. Godamnit Elliott, thank you!
+Ben Dover Ben, I feel the exact same way, with the marriage and kids, and all.
+Ben Dover Nice name m80
I feel like that and never heard that before.
Lay down crying somehow.
+Ben Dover that's beautiful man
..I feel rude for asking but is that your real name
Rest in peace, Elliott. You deserve it more than most of us.
Thank u Elliott.
thank you elliott...
Thank you Elliott.
Thank u elliot
Thank you elliott
Drink up baby, stay up all night
With the things you could do
You won't but you might
The potential you'll be that you'll never see
The promises you'll only make
Drink up with me now
And forget all about the pressure of days
Do what I say and I'll make you okay
And drive them away
The images stuck in your head
People you've been before
That you don't want around anymore
That push and shove and won't bend to your will
I'll keep them still
Drink up baby, look at the stars
I'll kiss you again, between the bars
Where I'm seeing you there with your hands in the air
Waiting to finally be caught
Drink up one more time, and I'll make you mine
Keep you apart, deep in my heart
Separate from the rest, where I like you the best
And keep the things you forgot
People you've been before
That you don't want around anymore
That push and shove and won't bend to your will
I'll keep them still
Waiting to finally be caught.
With the things you could do
You won't but you might
The potential you'll be that you'll never see
The promises you'll only make
lyrics are so sweet 🥲
We were robbed of more of his music… imagine how much gorgeous music he might’ve created in the last 19 years, how might his music have evolved.
You weren't robbed... you were blessed. Stop with the melodrama champ.
@@coffee-lp8iv Definitely blessed but no need for your pontificating, “champ.”
If he wasn't the man of torment that he was he might not of created what he did. Like many before him and those that will come after, we are blessed to be able to hear their talents before they are cut short.
That sounds so fucking selfish and entitled… Jesus Fuck dude
@@montemanzana2134 they usually cut themselves short.
He looks so fucking exhausted. His eyes were sad as fuck.
RIP buddy. Thanks for the music.
about this time he was struggling with paranoia and depression, which is why he looks so sad and tired
ccyzycc Was at that time he was really fucked up to the head about DreamWorks?? I didn't know that.
thats exactly why he was paranoid and what he was paranoid about
Not a genius. But still excellent.
to me he looks like he is enjoying the music
How could someone so talented die so young. what is being young, i didn't ask to be born
i hate being tiny rick
Oh God, what is life?
Tiny Rick's misery for our sweet singer
focus rick focus
me
I hope you are at peace now dad. Your addiction took everything from you. You fought for you life at the end and I wish it had been enough.
I’m so sorry man. I scrolled by this comment but something just hooked into me and pulled me back up. You are enough, addiction steals peoples minds from them and it’s an awful thing. Sending love from Canada.
Wait..... Smith had a kid?
@@SerfsUp1848 ..dude.
@@hankmoody7513 Suh bruh?
@@SerfsUp1848 Hey, suburban white kid. You're either really stupid, or just a pos troll. Obviously the OP was talking to his own father. Elliott Smith didn't have a kid.
I have a difficult time commenting on this because I used to go see Elliott play at a little bar right down the street from me when I lived in Portland in the mid 90's.
It was called Belmont's. I lived in the apartments on 29th and Hawthorne right across from the Safeway. I used to walk there and see him play solo or with Heatmiser. I miss those days so much. I worked at Berbati's Pan at the time. Back when the X-Ray Cafe and Dante's were still having every band you could imagine before they got famous. I used to feed Ben Ellis and and Tres Shannon ( owners of the x-ray at the time) souvlaki for free LOL!
also fed a lot of local bands at the time. Andrew Loomis Toody and Fred from Dead Moon.
I miss those days so much.
Thanks for sharing. Lived in that same area until last year. It's said what Portland has become. Times were simpler in the 90s forsure
I remember seeing Elliot Smith walk around Echo Park like 13 years ago. He was never in a rush and seemed happy strolling down Sunset Blvd or around Echo Park Lake in the mornings. I haven't really thought about him too much until Rick and Morty used his music on Tiny Rick. It felt let my high school self and my current self having a conversation.
Know him from them.
+Gato Mercado Thats awesome man
+Gato Mercado Thats awesome man
Tiny Rick!!! B*%
+Brian Clarke "Listen to it, Tiny Rick! Listen to Elliot Smith! Feel what he feels!"
my father was in love with the bottle for 40 years. his name was sean.
he passed when i was only an 12 year old boy. his addiction was an gateway for him to rest. beautiful soul. broken mind .
i adore this man so much his music is like a warm hug
not the peaches pfp lmao but i agree w u. elliott is pure comfort.
fr he's so special to me
warm yellow hug
REAL
I feel bad that I don't know this guy, he seems like a very powerful individual to a lot of people, and i feel I have a responsibility to learn. (Yes it's actually my name)
Wow you have the best name ever!!
@@Berniewahlbrinck yeah, shame it's not exactly the same, still very close tho, I've listened to a few songs and looked into him a bit, and I'm happy to say I'm proud to be named after such a legend
@@aliceglass4968 thanks, a lot of people think so
Try Miss Misery (he actually won an Oscar for the song), and listen to Figure 8. Elliott Smith was an amazing artist.
@@RosabelleWasTaken Just don't follow him as much, Elliott had a rough life, pretty awesome guy but had demons of the past. sad how he ended his life
It's probably weird, but even his breaths he takes add to the song for me.
I could be the only one
me too.
Sahebjot Singh cool
Yeah it sounds way more natural that way
I feel the same way. Whenever I sing the song I always do my breaths at the same time. It's like part of the lyrics.
that's natural. It's the reason electronic music can never replace humans making music. It's a connection with another person, communication.
My best friend died 5 years ago this was one of her favorite songs. I miss her so much :’(
Sorry to hear that.
Hope you're okay ❤️
Its a real shame, i don't even want to imagine the pain he was going thru to end his life the way he did, i cant help being emotionally moved every time i hear his art
It was never established that it was suicide.
He didn't kill himself
If you watch his last show he looks so much happier than the ones from a few years earlier. In my opinion, I think he sobered up and got his life together, a part of which was breaking up with Jennifer Chiba, who stabbed him out of jealousy. She did pull out the knife after all.
this is for my dad. RIP, you beautiful man.
Adam Curtis Sorry for your loss...
my dad died when I was 4 years old
Adam Curtis why did you kill him?
@@TheAndreluizcarneiro hes basically saying this song is for my dad. RIP, you beautiful man. Your read it out of context
elninjalaranja fuckin weirdo why would u say that
This song made me cry. It just oozes with emotion. I feel so connected with this song. It's haunting. Just amazing.
he was a true artist gone to soon same as jeff buckley this song really does touch the soul
, and reminds you of those ghosts that haunt you
My delusions like this song
Its my song Steven ... I cry every time I hear it ... RIP Mr. Smith ... you are loved
yeah it takes to places a long time ago i still connect to it
yea this one
Ms misery and needle in the hay, all 3
When I think about Elliott I think the internet, todays technology and the fact that the quality of the dope is getting better again, man he would be happy or as happy as Elliott could be in todays society. and I dont care what anyone says, it was not suicide. heroin addicts don't kill themselves like that. He could very easily have ODed and slipped away if he wanted to die. the truth is he was just a dope addict so they didnt care enough to spend taxpayer dollars to arrest and convict someone for murder.
he and i r so much alike...
Once in a generation talent. Never has someone been able to pour their emotions so effortlessly on a single chord.
"pour their emotions into a chord" I love that!
The only bad thing about this song is that it is so short.
Holy smokes! That's how he sounds without the studio recording? yet to hear such natural angelic voice. Great job man.
Happy 50th Bday Elliott, see you in heaven!
Love you forever!
And now we're here to remember his 51th Bday!
Still love you!
Happy birthday and rest in peace
@@lucasgeorge2900 52th Bday! Rest in peace
I listen to Elliot to feel.
His music never fails to overwhelm me allowing me to cry my soul out.
Keeps me going at least another day.
Same. I just can't stop these tears.
Please turn to Jesus repent (turn from sin) and believe trust in what he did for you so that you may have eternal life. He died and rose again on the third day, you need to die to self daily if you believe pick up your cross and fallow him.
I miss you Dane Ryan Carney ❤️ this will forever be our song. everyday gets a little easier. I’ll always love you, and one day I know I’ll see you again,
Sober for almost two years now
A bit late but. congrats man!
proud of you!
congrats !
That’s amazing, well done!!!
Good job man !!
When I hear his music I get such a bittersweet feeling. I am so in love with his music but it makes me so sad to think of what he had to go through in order to create it. In that sense, I feel like he didn’t just create art- he was the art. His death was a massive loss not only in the music world, but the world lost this brilliant and empathetic person.
Beautifully put
I just miss my girlfriend very much but this beyond beautiful song helps me cope with the pain. I just hope she’s happier at her new place and finishes her study . Love you , Susan
Is anyone still listening to this in 2024?
🌠
Always, and forever.
5ever
yes!
Yes indeed.
I still think about you, I’m so sorry you’re gone.
than you mary.
He strums the guitar like it's a part of him
Ivan Ahtoong accurate
I love this it's so true
he's hugging it for dear life
I agree! He’s such a jaw dropping solid musician!
It was
I rarely stumble upon older uploads. Pleasure to see the year 2006. The performance mellows well.
Death is not the greatest loss in life.
The greatest loss is what dies inside us while we are still alive
Thx Elliott
I cry even though I wasn't even old enough to even know of his existence and now that I am he is gone
That’s probably because you’re a hormonal young person right now.
@@curdledcuntjuice ?
We can save eachother.. the worst thing is to feel alone...we all need to feel some sort of connection to at least one other person. . . We are all some mother's child as my mum says. Come on people...wake up... take the time to look after your neighbour. Spread the love
This is beautiful and SO true
When Eliot plays an Am chord it is his Am chord.
Don't want to be that guy but this is tuned down a step so would be a Gm
@@bonarjames-oneill2483 Don't mean to be that double guy but it's in the shape of an Am7, so it's a Gm7. I know what you mean though, Eliott had a way of making his chords sound unique to his style.
@@dylansheppard2479 That's what I love about a great song, when i'm trying to figure it out on guitar and i realize it's a simple chord progression played in a unique way.
Both of them really secretly enjoyed being that guy.
@@dylansheppard2479 I intend to be that triple guy, it’s actually alternating between a Gm7 and a Gm9.
I keep rewatching this video. It conveys hopelessness in such a powerful and simple way. He somehow figured out how to distill a single emotion into two and a half minutes and compromised nothing. It's moving and it makes me cry and I can't stay away. RIP
It hurts so good.
I first heard this song during a bad period in my life, and it did not make things better.
Same... sometimes though, that's the point.
Yeah Elliott sure knows how to write self loathing into a song. Not saying I don't like him, I respect him a lot and believe that he had some serious demons but some of his stuff is just projecting that nasty shit into the world and most people don't need anymore of that stuff.
rocker99908 yeah, still it should not be suppressed
@@HajnsPotatis yeah you're right but one can cause damage to the world with their music if they're not careful. Music is magic, for better or for worse.
rocker99908 you’re right, the effect a song can have on a person for better or worse is magical
I don't feel like such a fool anymore for singing and playing guitar in my bathroom.... this is awesome.
+Niko Hartman I think it's a bathroom too. Probably the room with the best acoustics in the place. He's sitting on the toilet seat -- because where else can you sit, in a bathroom? :-D
+Niko Hartman A LOT of guitarists play and even record in the bathroom. I do it all the time. It's all about the natural reverb from the tile. Keep it up.. Do it more! :)
Don't feel like a fool bro, bathrooms have great acoustics so a lot of people play there trust me!
bathrooms and long hallways, great reverb
"The potential you'll be that you'll never see" = cuts deep
He is absolutely transcendent here. Angelic.
Happy 46th birthday, Elliott Smith!
I remember all those late nights when I would find my father alone in the kitchen, tears streaming down his face, drunk and listening to Elliot. 🥺
Wait, no...
He was listening to his favorite "Kid's Bop" CD (#6..a classic). And those tears were of joy. Fuck, he really loved that CD....
Miss you, Dad...
See you this weekend. ❤️
lmfao
I discovered Elliot through this video and haven't turned back since
elliott’s music feels like a hug.
If you believe in Jesus he'll give you eternal life.
One of the most poetic and poignant songs ever written. I can't compare its tragic beauty to another.
Bev Fox It's just so relatable and personal, noone can resist this. It makes you want to fall into a big fluffy bed of self pity and cry for an hour.
totally agree - just a note: I think Jeffrey Lee Pierce wrote a similar song for The Gun Club: Idiot Waltz, have an ear: ua-cam.com/video/IsuNAJGunV4/v-deo.html
first time I've ever listened to Elliott Smith damn this song is great
there's a heck of a lot of amazing material where that came from. And seeing him live? there was truly nothing like it. You could hear a pin drop.
Whoever you are in these comments, You are Blessed, just hang in there buddy.
jesus christ I love this genius as much as this saddens me so deeply
Only just discovering this dude now. Better late than never. He's really good.
It's a damn shame he died. I discovered him like 4 or 5 years ago.
He decided to leave.. we have to accept that..
Do you really think he stabbed himself to death? The whole thing seems fishy to me.
+Chris Waterston no hesitation wounds in the autopsy
+Chris Waterston I think he was murdered
I never knew who Elliot Smith was until today.... Oh my goodness what a beautiful voice....
Bad thing he committed suicide
+Professor Brand I know.. Such a shame
I first came across his music from the Good Will Hunting, listened to him all the time then forgot about him but have returned to him this year.
@@hiro6406 He didn't commit suicide
@@mmojorissen He most likely did, knowing him,
여전히 내 마음 속 가장 깊은 곳에 자리한 당신이 그립다 ㅠㅠ
underrated bigtime, his lyrics are just so well written so much metaphorical imagery if that makes sense?, rest in peace♥
I feel a rollercoaster of emotions when I listen to this song. It takes me back to the worst time in my life that happened not too long ago. I still don't know how I didn't end my life, but I'm thankful I didn't.
I Hope your doing well now
People are here to love you.. You are not alone, we're all in this together...❤
Thank you Reckful for introducing me to Elliot. Rest in peace brother.
This song will always make me think of Byron. I hope he is in a much better place now. RIP Byron.
Just a man and his guitar, making history. Lovely song
I'm 9 days sober. Elliott's music helps alot.
I hope you're doing okay
@@maiprincesse Thanks still sober. Lifes abit more dull but feeling alot better.
Hey, progress is progress! Hope you're doing alright bud, alcoholism is a bitch.
how’re you doing mate
@@joseharo8495 I lasted 3 months sober then went back to drinking. It's really difficult. At the moment just been binge drinking once a week and spending alot of money on recreational party drugs. Would like to stop again but just seems so boring without that life and no chance at meeting anyone if I don't leave the house.
What I love the most about Elliotts music is that its raw. Straight from the man, unpolished, like it's supposed to be
I love you Elliott. You inspired me to play the guitar and taught me to shed my skin and never fear any depth of emotion when it came to songwriting. I found myself living in a shell however instead of telling me to break out of it, you've taught me how to live in it comfortably while continuing to push my limits. Your music is forever engraved into my mind and I plan on getting a tattoo inspired by you in the near future. I know you'll never get to read this however credit to you is still well overdue. You're my inspiration and your contribution to the world and the industry of music will never be forgotten. Thank you for sharing your beautiful talent with us, I am forever grateful. Your heart will forever beat through the rhythm of your music and you will live on in the hearts of those you have and continue to effect. Thank you Elliott
You're welcome
Beautifully written... I play guitar and live in the same shell.
word.
I thought I was the only one in that shell. I have never heard this artist until this moment. The tears wont stop. The hurt beauty in this makes me reel. Its so sad and gorgeous.
To anyone who is curious, this a glimpse of what the alcohol demon says to you. It will change its voice to suit the moment, but the shit it screams dont.
THIS IS JUST BEAUTIFUL, I CAN'T EXPLAIN IT.....
yea man
I can imagine him plucking out notes to build a chord that explains what he feels. Or writting a peom that stems from a theme. Then slowly intermiximg the two, changing the rhythm, deciding on a melody, and settling lnto a groove. But I imagine its all one thing for him, and it all comes so naturally.
That- is what I think is special about elliots music. It all was his way of speaking to the world, because it explained exactly how he felt.
Thank you Mr. E Smith. You saw me through the worst time of my life. I will be forever grateful xxx
such an amazing person. his talent and genius was so under appreciated, and he never got the recognition he deserved. we lost him way too soon. we love you elliott:)
Hits hard!! Beautiful song & one of my favourites of Elliott's 🎶❤️✨️🦋
I searched this song because of an episode where Rick from Rick and Morty turned into a teenager. First I listened to this because his voice is just so beautiful but now just in a few month, this song became my no.1 most played song over my fav bands. I started to understand how much I'm in love with this masterpiece. Rest in peace, Elliott.
me too.o gosh i love Rick and Morty.
Yup that's how I found h Rick and Morty
The world was not ready for him and his massive amount of talent...
RIP Elliott Smith
this song continues to save my life
Please turn to Jesus Christ he will give you hope and joy unspeakable.
@Christian Palmer lol been there, done that, hated it and myself. please don't push your christian agenda on to me when you don'tknow shit about my personal situation. thanks.
I'm not pushing anything on you just wish you would/could have joy and happiness, that's what Jesus gave me when I believed in him.
@Christian Palmer i do have joy and happiness. i can struggle and still have a joyful life. the two are not mutually exclusive.
I just heard this song for the first time and I'm in tears. A song to the mistress that steals your soul. I walked through that hell and I'm still here holding on! I'm bent; Not broken; I'm beautifully scarred; I survived myself! I fought for my soul and I won! I wish I would've been blessed to discover this beautiful soul years ago. This one is for the hard days! Thank you Elliott
It is actually abort his alcohol abuse. But good art can be interpreted and you relate to it even if you’re not in the same exact position.
this feels like a hug
This is the kind of song you listen to over and over again, but each time means something different
just learned this beautiful, beautiful song on my Grandpa's baritone Ukulele. I really wish Elliott would've got the happiness and joy he deserved.
Every lyric is something I’d sing in my dreams. I’m glad that this music exists. Thank you Elliot for being my worst me, for me
Elliott was such a beautiful soul, what he left us will live on forever
With Elliott's music I can cry and free myself from the pain for some minutes.
He's my psychologist.
I never met you, but how I miss you Elliot.
I heard this song when I was watching movie STUCK IN LOVE. then the song stuck in my head for days..
This song portrays the authenticity and desperate struggle inherent within addiction. It is so beautifully honest and sad.
I had the amazing confluence of the late 90s to be able to strike up a musical friendship with Elliott via Beatles cassette bootlegs. We communicated a few times and whenever he was in Portland, we said 'hi' after shows and 'what's the latest unreleased Beatle music'. Such a dear guy. Xo Indeed.
I miss you Elliot Smith, even though you died before I turned 4, but your music is my life, I will always love you
Shut up kid...
aR0ttenBANANA96 Im sure you have an artist who you love who died years ago!
Sarah Cameron Maybe you just don't get that attached to music..
Rob Reid I miss you to babe
I always viewed this song as a triple entandre of the personification of alcohol talking to him, bar hopping, and drinking between lines of musical notes (bars). Genius.
Prison bars as well.
Between the bars, like between the prison bars, btwn bars in the music, and between the bars/pubs
Genius
every version He preformed of this song sounds exactly like the studio version, dude was a vocal genius.
RIP.
I found him recently this month, January 2023, a grace for me..
I found him from Rick and Morty lol
@@christianpalmer same lol
I remember this. I lived in LA then
and kept up on everything via Myspace, where you could follow your favorite artists and find out when they were playing live
Ohhh you are so lucky
To think it’s been 20 yrs since his untimely death. One of the greatest song writers ever. A legend for sure. RIP Elliot
Happy birthday, Elliott. I miss you more every single day. Nobody will have a bigger impact on my life, ever. I love you so much buddy.
can't thank utube music enough for suggesting this masterpiece while listening radiohead and elbow. love this guy RIP man 🙏
3:05 a.m. in Portland right now...
Never met or saw him, how I cry for the beauty and the loss though.
At least we have something to remember as sweetly with in his music.
Is Portland still an antifa, BLM, liberal bastion?