James Blake - Before (Official Quarantine Video)

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  • Опубліковано 13 жов 2020
  • BEFORE EP available everywhere. Listen now: James-Blake.lnk.to/beforeYD
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    Video directed by Ryder Ripps
    Video produced by OKFocus
    Video edited by Ryder Ripps & Carson Teal
    Art direction by Carson Teal
    Lyrics:
    I don’t have to read into this
    I don’t have to lean into the kiss
    You move me naturally
    I must be in pain cause I
    I must be in pain cause I
    I must be in pain cause I’ve never needed anyone before
    Well nothing’s in vain cause I
    Well nothing’s in vain cause I
    Well nothing’s in vain cause I
    Cause I’ve never had it as good before
    Before
    I don’t have to keep receipts any more
    I don’t have to stand by the door
    Cause you’re my family
    You move me naturally
    I must be in pain cause I
    I must be in pain cause I
    I must be in pain cause I’ve never needed anyone before
    Well nothing’s in vain cause I
    Well nothing’s in vain cause I
    Well nothing’s in vain cause I
    Cause I’ve never had it as good before
    Before
    #JamesBlake #Before

КОМЕНТАРІ • 528

  • @takumiyamamoto6796
    @takumiyamamoto6796 3 роки тому +88

    3:34 I've never heard of such a wonderfully developed outro before

  • @jacksonmaloney9776
    @jacksonmaloney9776 3 роки тому +58

    Amazing EP. Blake has achieved the rare feat of creating house bangers that don’t sound like manufactured emotion, but rather genuine vulnerability.

  • @thatguythatsavedearth1093
    @thatguythatsavedearth1093 3 роки тому +264

    The frequency of this track, feels like enlightenment on a seismic level

    • @thekifantasy
      @thekifantasy 3 роки тому +5

      I was literally vibing to the frequency on its own

    • @essejt
      @essejt 3 роки тому +12

      I ate your words like melting butter.. so satisfying

    • @flamuraliu1684
      @flamuraliu1684 3 роки тому +2

      exactly, perfect wording!!

    • @nanayawberko3212
      @nanayawberko3212 3 роки тому +2

      Is this English

    • @elle8795
      @elle8795 3 роки тому +2

      111 comments 🦋

  • @dancerdas400
    @dancerdas400 3 роки тому +119

    So many of the dancers featured give earthy vibes in their homes it’s so comforting. Also, love the vid as a whole

  • @tomwright01
    @tomwright01 3 роки тому +34

    Rollerskating Lady is my new lockdown home video crush.

  • @ninatahash4537
    @ninatahash4537 2 місяці тому +4

    I produced and casted this. Thankyou for all the lovely comments. We wanted to document this lonely time and the emotional connection of music with designers from around the world

  • @MyNameIsNotEthan
    @MyNameIsNotEthan 3 роки тому +128

    For anyone wondering, the couple dancing together in their dining room are dancing in what looks to be a modernized take on Capoeira, an Afro-Brazilian artform that combines martial arts, dance, music, and theater! Really impressive and beautiful stuff! Never thought I'd see Capoeira in a James Blake music video!!

  • @GiantozooM
    @GiantozooM 3 роки тому +64

    He never misses a shot. King James ♥️

  • @camel303
    @camel303 3 роки тому +238

    This is for the lady on the roller skates: ❤

  • @raccoonsalamander4646
    @raccoonsalamander4646 9 місяців тому +5

    Funny how i listen to this in 2020 quarantine and now it just gives me joy even when i remember that bad time

  • @sebastianfratila-portfolio8261
    @sebastianfratila-portfolio8261 3 роки тому +92

    This is painfully underrated

    • @ag.3202
      @ag.3202 2 роки тому

      James Blake aka James Jones aka Tanesha Jones aka 56-year-old Andrew Sargent of west Chester! STILL subtracting a couple decades and pretending to not be racist? Who’d you steal these lyrics from? Bet it’s someone who’s now suffering from your suicide chip(a) or recently committed suicide, right? Still waiting for you to make things right…

    • @louisbutson6107
      @louisbutson6107 2 роки тому +2

      It’s literally Grammy nominated

    • @markcollins1497
      @markcollins1497 Рік тому

      @AG. ?

    • @MrQuinnlord
      @MrQuinnlord Рік тому +2

      @@ag.3202 This guy is living in another reality

    • @JoachimFosse
      @JoachimFosse 11 місяців тому

      Criminally*

  • @issak2635
    @issak2635 3 роки тому +9

    I loved the couple dancing Capoeira in the living room! A whole vibe. As well as the lady on the roller skates and the beautiful boy dancing ballet. Just the whole video honestly.

  • @dalicloud9
    @dalicloud9 3 роки тому +34

    James and all his most unique sounds and their blending continues to lead me down a rabbit hole of auditory wonder and awe.

  • @diatonic3825
    @diatonic3825 3 роки тому +142

    It is known that James Blake is probably the most innovative and cutting-edge artist of our Era. But I would like to focus the attention on his mate Dom Maker. His productions are amazing and so creative. Well done guys.

    • @BitcoinNoddy
      @BitcoinNoddy 3 роки тому

      i searched and found, but only after searching for Dominic Maker (I also have a friend I call Dom)

    • @billbuffett2092
      @billbuffett2092 3 роки тому

      Lol

    • @eldritchpalmerable
      @eldritchpalmerable 3 роки тому +2

      Massive Attack paved the way for him. Excellent sound!

    • @inmotionadvertising2276
      @inmotionadvertising2276 3 роки тому +4

      Mount Kimbie is one hell of a duo. Dom is such an amazing producer.

    • @ag.3202
      @ag.3202 2 роки тому

      James Blake aka James Jones aka Tanesha Jones aka 56-year-old Andrew Sargent of west Chester! STILL subtracting a couple decades and pretending to not be racist? Who’d you steal these lyrics from? Bet it’s someone who’s now suffering from your suicide chip(a) or recently committed suicide, right? Still waiting for you to make things right…

  • @adelemma1
    @adelemma1 3 роки тому +74

    i muted a zoom lesson in order to listen to this as soon as possible. i do not regret it.

    • @darkcnotion
      @darkcnotion 2 роки тому

      This sums up the pandemic for me

  • @justmealexy3000
    @justmealexy3000 2 роки тому +11

    woah!! I heard this for the first time last night, and this morning got up and improved a dance without even seeing the video or knowing anything about it. Now, after viewing this amazing piece, I felt a spiritual connection and I'm grateful for beautiful works of art like this. It really makes a difference. Thank you.

  • @paulisthelegend
    @paulisthelegend 3 роки тому +14

    This song makes me nervous, in a good way

  • @missjuut
    @missjuut 8 місяців тому +1

    This song STILL gives me comfort, light in dark days, goosebumps and hope for a better world. James Blake, you are my hero.

  • @Bombthought
    @Bombthought 3 роки тому +11

    This video IS more entertaining than a 10million dollar production. LOVE IT! Love the Ep too!

  • @selonakamendu6103
    @selonakamendu6103 3 роки тому +4

    If James Blake were ever to upload a video with nothing but silence, I will still be moved to tears by his brilliance

  • @lunoxmain4737
    @lunoxmain4737 2 роки тому +12

    Congratulations on getting a nomination for Grammy's!❤️

  • @qhawenkabinde
    @qhawenkabinde 2 роки тому +6

    James is the most underrated Artist of ALL TIME. Facts!
    Wanna work with this dude so badly 😔

  • @MescudiBarton
    @MescudiBarton 3 роки тому +10

    In love with the rollerskater 😍

  • @PolaroidGuppy
    @PolaroidGuppy 3 роки тому +17

    The movement inspired by the music is fabulous.
    Also, ya girl on the skates *was getting it in* go ma!!

  • @jaa7286
    @jaa7286 3 роки тому +162

    I've totally made every single one of those moves during quarantine

  • @jekars92
    @jekars92 3 роки тому +41

    You’re a genius, James.

  • @impishishere
    @impishishere 3 роки тому +4

    The kid is the male ballerina from Nigeria! This is awesome! Great that he's getting more chances to show his talent!

  • @xandrademons3707
    @xandrademons3707 3 роки тому +6

    Literally needed to dance to this like yesterday. 10 years strong Jamie!!!

  • @BitcoinNoddy
    @BitcoinNoddy 3 роки тому +7

    lump in throat, tears in eyes

  • @petrathomas554
    @petrathomas554 3 роки тому +3

    I must have watched this 10 times since it came out a month ago, and I cry. Every single time. What a commentary on life in 2020 ! There are a couple of times that James' voice seems to crack with emotion and that feels so right for this time in humanity. Thank you !

  • @mireecamcfadden1442
    @mireecamcfadden1442 3 роки тому +5

    Tears in my eyes ...this is beautiful

  • @sihamharchli
    @sihamharchli 3 роки тому +4

    Goosebumps from start to finish. It’s like the collision of different worlds of different genres all in one piece. Out of this world !!!

    • @ag.3202
      @ag.3202 2 роки тому

      James Blake aka James Jones aka Tanesha Jones aka 56-year-old Andrew Sargent of west Chester! STILL subtracting a couple decades and pretending to not be racist? Who’d you steal these lyrics from? Bet it’s someone who’s now suffering from your suicide chip(a) or recently committed suicide, right? Still waiting for you to make things right…

  • @andreco8192
    @andreco8192 2 роки тому +20

    I love how James Blake started out making dubstep in its early years. They were such good tunes too. "Air and lack thereof " is such a tune.

    • @thinkchip
      @thinkchip 2 роки тому +1

      Cool! I hadn't heard that. "Limit to your love" got me.

    • @MrQuinnlord
      @MrQuinnlord Рік тому +1

      Do you also love how there's 60 seconds in a minute?

  • @jony2010o
    @jony2010o 3 роки тому +8

    Thank you, King. Thanks for sharing your truly amazing art. Thank you, God-mes Blake. Love from Mexico.

  • @candybee2145
    @candybee2145 3 роки тому +5

    I can identify with the woman on the roller skates. Nothing like roller dancing!! You go girl!!😁💜✌👏

  • @kingkontinuum
    @kingkontinuum 3 роки тому +3

    This is exactly what I imagined the video would be like to this song. Such a banger

  • @muntelevenu5
    @muntelevenu5 3 роки тому +2

    Brilliant beyond belief

  • @arunmusic26
    @arunmusic26 3 роки тому +23

    LYRICS
    I don't have to read into this
    I don't have to lean into the kiss
    You move me naturally
    (Bounce, bounce, bounce, bounce)
    You move me naturally
    You move me naturally
    Ooh, ooh, ooh
    Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
    Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh
    I must be in pain 'cause I (I must be in pain 'cause I)
    I must be in pain 'cause I've never needed anyone before
    Well nothing's in vain 'cause I
    Well nothing's in vain 'cause I
    Well nothing's in vain 'cause I've never had it as good before
    Before
    Before (Ooh)
    (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, straight to the floor)
    (Bounce, bounce, bounce, bounce)
    I don't have to keep receipts any more
    I don't have to stand by the door
    'Cause you're my family
    You move me naturally
    I don't...
    (Bounce, bounce, bounce, bounce) Ooh, ooh, ooh
    Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
    Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh
    I must be in pain 'cause I (I must be in pain 'cause I)
    I must be in pain 'cause I've never needed anyone before
    Well nothing's in vain 'cause I
    Well nothing's in vain 'cause I
    Well nothing's in vain 'cause I've never had it as good before
    Before
    Before
    Before (Ooh)
    Before
    Before
    Before
    Before (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, straight to the floor)
    (byw i'm a singer/songwriter inspired by Lauv and Jeremy Zucker. It'd mean a lot if you check out my music and subscribe,promise you won't regret💛thank you for all those who'd read my previous comment.stay safe)

    • @maira5624
      @maira5624 3 роки тому

      for your previous comment thank you personally and if to do for new sing of karol g ......enyway you are gentely

  • @subburbia
    @subburbia 3 роки тому +16

    shout out to the capoeira couple s2 🇧🇷

  • @manlderijntjuh
    @manlderijntjuh 3 роки тому +341

    Anyone else feels like he was inspired by "Everything In Its Right Place" and "Burn The Witch" by Radiohead? Love it tho!

    • @dell560
      @dell560 3 роки тому +19

      Sounds a lot like thom yorkes solo stuff

    • @marionstandefer2489
      @marionstandefer2489 3 роки тому +18

      Yes oh my gosh I was trying to think of the song the chorus reminds me of!!! It's totally lifted from everything in its right place

    • @manlderijntjuh
      @manlderijntjuh 3 роки тому +4

      @@marionstandefer2489 right?! First time I heard it, I was like “this sounds so familiar!”

    • @billbuffett2092
      @billbuffett2092 3 роки тому +4

      He had no inspiration

    • @firmanang9132
      @firmanang9132 3 роки тому +2

      Argh thats why it sound so frickin familiar

  • @nakaji_music
    @nakaji_music 3 роки тому +3

    This has already been the Best Song of the Year!!

  • @Adinking
    @Adinking 3 роки тому +6

    your voice is like from the depths of the soul...

  • @flamuraliu1684
    @flamuraliu1684 3 роки тому +11

    With every new release, it feels like the world get's better by 1%. Thank you James, forever grateful.

  • @annemie5064
    @annemie5064 3 роки тому +1

    James Blake is a genius 👍

  • @sebascoto3181
    @sebascoto3181 3 роки тому +99

    Thom would dance to this. Like very hard.

    • @heyfriend8519
      @heyfriend8519 3 роки тому +18

      I love how I didn't even need a last name to know which Thom you meanXD

    • @lionheart01
      @lionheart01 3 роки тому +5

      @@heyfriend8519 THE MAD MAN

    • @natya3121
      @natya3121 3 роки тому +4

      When I first heard this song I was genuinely expecting him to have some part in this

    • @billbuffett2092
      @billbuffett2092 3 роки тому +2

      He would die before hearing such a boring song

    • @Evil_Vegan
      @Evil_Vegan 3 роки тому

      I'm sayinggggg

  • @bigwoke5956
    @bigwoke5956 3 роки тому +4

    i love this sound of the experimental james blake

  • @SUPERVONDILLA
    @SUPERVONDILLA 3 роки тому +4

    I always got time for anything James Blake releases

  • @altarance
    @altarance 3 роки тому +3

    I really do like this chaotic equilibrium, sweet emphasis, sugary dream into nightmare

  • @blasborg
    @blasborg 3 роки тому +5

    Dancing by myself watching other people dance at home by themselves. Can't wait to dance with others to this absolute banger

    • @raccoonsalamander4646
      @raccoonsalamander4646 5 місяців тому

      Yeah did this sooo much during covid pandemic and beyond, now dancing because im alive. Also this song got better every listen

  • @sabrinaschmidt9174
    @sabrinaschmidt9174 3 роки тому +6

    I love this psychedelic and digital thing.

  • @taherrzigui7687
    @taherrzigui7687 3 роки тому +5

    I love you James. That's all I can put into words.

  • @livingmattiesway3061
    @livingmattiesway3061 3 роки тому +3

    I swear your music never disappoints😩🥺😍😍 No one makes music like you

  • @muttakinc2281
    @muttakinc2281 3 роки тому +4

    This is beautiful. In every way.

  • @KIINGBEN
    @KIINGBEN 3 роки тому +1

    PEOPLE ARE BORNED TO LIVE TOGETHER. SPREAD LOVE NOT FEAR

  • @CyberYeen
    @CyberYeen Місяць тому

    I love this angellic voice ooh hoo'in, then suddenly
    "I must be in PAIN CUZ I.. 💃 I MUST BE IN PAIN CUZ I 👯"
    lmao, favorite artist.

  • @Kedda21
    @Kedda21 3 роки тому +3

    This video was beautiful, beautiful ppl, beautiful music, beautiful dancing. ♥️♥️♥️♥️

  • @jessss.ssssej
    @jessss.ssssej 3 роки тому +13

    Capoeira & James Blake 💚 estoy inmensamente feliz por la existencia de este video :)

  • @Bandstand
    @Bandstand 3 роки тому +146

    Mmmmm yes 😊

  • @herbetplum
    @herbetplum 3 роки тому +87

    This video represents me when I take shrooms by myself in my room

  • @shift1177
    @shift1177 3 роки тому +6

    THESE PEOPLE GOT TO LISTEN TO THE BEFORE EP BEFORE THE BEFORE EP DROPPED

  • @thedorianjones
    @thedorianjones 3 роки тому +59

    yo does anyone notice this video contains the Nigerian boy that won a scholarship from an NYC Ballet school?

    • @vruscel
      @vruscel 3 роки тому +2

      That’s so interesting but it’s only a “Nigerian guy”, can u please find his proper name ? Tanks

    • @thedorianjones
      @thedorianjones 3 роки тому +8

      @@vruscel Mmesoma Madu, 11 years old

    • @liusshka
      @liusshka 3 роки тому

      No,but wow,great

  • @chrisy2022
    @chrisy2022 9 місяців тому

    James Blake, you bring JOY and LOVE to everything you create.

  • @Soulr
    @Soulr 3 роки тому +106

    Eargasm at 3:34

  • @darkcnotion
    @darkcnotion 3 роки тому +1

    Yesss James Blake and Vogue❤

  • @kamak8190
    @kamak8190 3 роки тому +51

    Gives me radiohead vibes. Christmas came early!

    • @Drummer1000George
      @Drummer1000George 3 роки тому +1

      Me too. From this I think ua-cam.com/video/NUnXxh5U25Y/v-deo.html

    • @kamak8190
      @kamak8190 3 роки тому

      @@Drummer1000George indeed :)

    • @braelen9
      @braelen9 3 роки тому +1

      Part of the melody reminds me of Thom Yorke's solo work, particularly Traffic's chorus

    • @davyroger3773
      @davyroger3773 3 роки тому

      Radiohead without Greenwood

    • @pepedsgn
      @pepedsgn 3 роки тому

      I was looking for such a comment and I found it; so it wasn't just my feeling.

  • @blackiefitzpatrick6611
    @blackiefitzpatrick6611 2 роки тому +1

    Back Of The Net!!!

  • @GENESiSzeroFLAT
    @GENESiSzeroFLAT Рік тому

    This is my most favorite of James blake songs even though his entire catalogue of original and remixed collabs are wonderful ...this one is so damn beautiful. Oh my word!

  • @tiisetsotsukudu5121
    @tiisetsotsukudu5121 3 роки тому +1

    JAMES BLAKE YOU GENIUS! 👑😭🐐

  • @zintlemvana7955
    @zintlemvana7955 3 роки тому +1

    Listened to the EP midday on TIDAL. I have said this to my friends and I will say it here: James Blake is the King of Music

  • @oliviairielle4563
    @oliviairielle4563 3 роки тому +76

    Thank you for featuring me in your video ✨
    SIKE! My life’s a bit pathetic, just like this joke 😔✌🏾

    • @Daniella1117
      @Daniella1117 3 роки тому +11

      Hahaha I like your humour

    • @HarlemWorld.Art_
      @HarlemWorld.Art_ 3 роки тому +1

      🤣😂 Kudos to you & ur weird dark humor ms. You’ve brightened up this comment section luv. 🌞✨

    • @tonyperez2803
      @tonyperez2803 3 роки тому

      Lol nice one

    • @justinnail5716
      @justinnail5716 3 роки тому

      You genuinely made me lol so there’s that 😌

  • @peacefulzombies
    @peacefulzombies 3 роки тому +1

    everything in its right place

  • @HarlemWorld.Art_
    @HarlemWorld.Art_ 3 роки тому +11

    Ethereal Vibe as always frm James but shawty w/ the roller skates is doin something to me😍😍 ... All they’re beautiful home decor just shitted on my whole (quarantined) socially deprived reality🤣😂🤣

  • @katjaameirott3230
    @katjaameirott3230 3 роки тому

    Composing time in music and love and atmosphere....brilliant.

  • @rumpusRoom_
    @rumpusRoom_ 3 роки тому +1

    What a beautiful song!

  • @rosina8050
    @rosina8050 3 роки тому +1

    I love this song

  • @brandongregory9542
    @brandongregory9542 Рік тому

    Shyanne, Jarell, gravity y’all ATE

  • @dekeeney
    @dekeeney 3 роки тому

    Thanks for keeping me on my toes.

  • @Pizza_Hoot
    @Pizza_Hoot 9 місяців тому +1

    This is so good James wow. Why didn't I find this sooner?

  • @starfaiiry
    @starfaiiry 3 роки тому

    So in love with this tune and you James Blake !!!!!!

  • @beautybypeacheshub1658
    @beautybypeacheshub1658 3 роки тому

    I have listened to the whole EP 8 times at least since it dropped. Thanks Mate!

  • @alexisbendelamousseauchocolat
    @alexisbendelamousseauchocolat 3 роки тому +2

    This is brilliant, James! Keep it coming. Be amazing!

  • @gucciwifi9155
    @gucciwifi9155 3 роки тому +2

    i see you legendary cast! keep killing it! miss you guys and hope to see more of your work soon ❤️❤️

  • @Jane-sv5rf
    @Jane-sv5rf 3 роки тому +1

    Yeah, James, you're music got us through the quarantine!

  • @lorenzovigna3470
    @lorenzovigna3470 3 роки тому +1

    Simply genius. You’re my safety, a little light in this music darkness

  • @lovelyscorp79
    @lovelyscorp79 3 роки тому

    How beautiful. Both the music and video. I miss people

  • @astridtheearthling
    @astridtheearthling 3 роки тому +1

    Just other worldly amazing 🤩♥️

  • @COMANAVAGO
    @COMANAVAGO 3 роки тому +8

    Damn James this sound is incredible, beautiful and hypnotic track. Reminds me of Digital Lion!

  • @kasiastefanicka8576
    @kasiastefanicka8576 3 роки тому

    Just lovely!!

  • @marieconway4889
    @marieconway4889 3 роки тому

    Very symbolic and moving James. Perfection.

  • @marigold910
    @marigold910 3 роки тому

    These quarantine creations are the best thing of 2020!

  • @alanfernandes6670
    @alanfernandes6670 3 роки тому +1

    I've just seen Blake dancing. It made my day.

  • @bFOURdwZEROlf
    @bFOURdwZEROlf Рік тому

    You reinstate my hope in music creators

  • @malinafeliz8603
    @malinafeliz8603 3 роки тому

    This makes me cry from the bottom of my heart. Because that is why I love humans, that's what we do at our best. Be creative, do the best out of a bad situation. Thank everyone so much for this

  • @Battlachaser
    @Battlachaser 3 роки тому

    All the feels.

  • @vinaykanwar6178
    @vinaykanwar6178 3 роки тому +64

    Did you just give us four songs in one day?

    • @FrisbeeGirl
      @FrisbeeGirl 3 роки тому

      Hahaha, was it just 4?

    • @vinaykanwar6178
      @vinaykanwar6178 3 роки тому

      @@FrisbeeGirl don't tell me I missed out on some more Grammy winning stuff

    • @Tomatism27
      @Tomatism27 3 роки тому +3

      That's what's an ep all about

    • @vinaykanwar6178
      @vinaykanwar6178 3 роки тому +1

      @@Tomatism27 yes agreed ,that was just a reaction triggered by excitement :p

  • @whitneylawrence2590
    @whitneylawrence2590 3 роки тому

    those strings cut through like a beautiful chaos

  • @pleasantsville
    @pleasantsville 3 роки тому +4

    A visual and audio artist like Thom Yorke and James Blake are a dime a dozen. Glad the quarantine didn’t squash his creativity.

  • @HysPozzeshyon
    @HysPozzeshyon 3 роки тому +1

    *Alien voice* Need more videos like this...

  • @itzelcardeno4177
    @itzelcardeno4177 2 роки тому +1

    I love it James

  • @danak1600
    @danak1600 Рік тому

    This song is so good!!!!! On repeat!!!!