Allen Stone - Unaware (Live From His Mother's Living Room)

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  • Опубліковано 16 тра 2011
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    LYRICS
    Every day, the deficit grows
    You spend more than you own
    Papa always said to me
    "Keep a close eye on your authority"
    You say that you care
    I was unaware
    You say that you care
    I was unaware
    All you do is push, pull, tear
    We can't stretch it any farther
    Push, pull, tear
    We can't stretch any farther
    Every day, taxes increase
    So is this our land or is this our lease?
    Papa said, "Son, it's the land of the free"
    As he broke his back trying to make ends meet
    You say that you care
    I was unaware
    You say that you care
    I was unaware
    All you do is push, pull, tear
    We can't stretch any farther
    Push, pull, tear
    We can't stretch any farther
    Push, pull, tear
    We can't stretch any farther
    Push, pull, tear
    Yeah
    You say that you care
    I was unaware
    You say that you care
    I was unaware
    'Cause all you do is push, pull, tear
    Oh, all you do is push, pull, tear
    Oh, push, pull, tear
    We can't stretch it any farther
    Push, pull, tear
    No, no
    We can't stretch it any farther
    Push and pull, tear
    We can't stretch any farther, no
    We can't stretch it any farther
    Push, pull, tear
    We can't stretch any farther, no, no

КОМЕНТАРІ • 8 тис.

  • @AllenStoneMusic
    @AllenStoneMusic  4 роки тому +1182

    My new album 'Building Balance' is finally out! Check it out along with my new tour and more at www.Allenstone.com

    • @dyeguin7135
      @dyeguin7135 4 роки тому +6

      Hello Allen

    • @demiannasecondino4230
      @demiannasecondino4230 4 роки тому +4

      Sweet!!!

    • @susanmoore2630
      @susanmoore2630 4 роки тому +23

      I am a 70 year old music lover till the day I die and you are added to list of those who made music my religion

    • @enlightenedx5017
      @enlightenedx5017 4 роки тому +7

      You've got my support! Love your gift brother.

    • @petatully1990
      @petatully1990 4 роки тому +5

      Just bought building balance. Incredible, every track is sublime.

  • @chrissy9714
    @chrissy9714 2 місяці тому +180

    Anyone here in 2024?♥️💙

    • @gp129
      @gp129 2 місяці тому +5

      Was here in 2013 too!

    • @GregoryBrunson
      @GregoryBrunson Місяць тому +3

      Man I will never ever forget the way he stole my heart when I clicked on this video in 2012 on WorldstarHipHop

    • @Liynkx
      @Liynkx Місяць тому +1

      I haven't been here in almost a decade. Where does the time go?

    • @SuubUWU
      @SuubUWU Місяць тому +1

      2013 soundcloud hidden gem
      It’s amazing how far he’s come but something about this specific take is just fantastical.

    • @MostSimple
      @MostSimple Місяць тому

      Am

  • @abcdefg.05
    @abcdefg.05 Рік тому +454

    11 years later... still gives me chills. This was magic.

    • @joebarracuda6038
      @joebarracuda6038 10 місяців тому +1

      And he still lives there..

    • @Bunkerville
      @Bunkerville 8 місяців тому

      Right?!?!!!! Lol I was just thinking this

  • @littleflower3401
    @littleflower3401 10 місяців тому +153

    I still come back to this video. This song will never get old for me. ❤

    • @kristianmatthias1469
      @kristianmatthias1469 10 місяців тому +5

      Same dude , it's a tradition with my mates blazed .

    • @ilikecontent2327
      @ilikecontent2327 9 місяців тому +2

      Same here. Listening with my headset at work... 😊

    • @ronwhittaker6317
      @ronwhittaker6317 3 місяці тому +1

      good music has staying power if you know you know

  • @HHicks44
    @HHicks44 3 роки тому +2112

    Kind of inconsiderate to set your mom’s living room on fire..

    • @hangfire5005
      @hangfire5005 3 роки тому +7

      It was a music studio in Seattle, so the title is confusing..

    • @dude4173
      @dude4173 3 роки тому +52

      @@hangfire5005 he’s literally explained the story multiple times and it’s definitely his moms house, unless he’s lying? They did this recording to send to Kimmel. It was never supposed to be released but they said screw it after Kimmel didn’t respond. This video being released subsequently got them a spot on Conan.

    • @andreaellerbee9288
      @andreaellerbee9288 3 роки тому +35

      Nah mama loves that kinda fire

    • @donnat4650
      @donnat4650 3 роки тому +8

      Lol

    • @heart6884
      @heart6884 3 роки тому +7

      😂🤣😂

  • @sunshinegorilla8426
    @sunshinegorilla8426 8 років тому +515

    Brought a real nigga to tears

    • @chrissidior9694
      @chrissidior9694 8 років тому +5

      yes

    • @Pushmusicpro
      @Pushmusicpro 8 років тому +2

      +SunShine Gorilla I have been listening to Allen's songs since 2012 and he is one of the most gifted artist that I have heard... In fact, He sits on my personal top ten best artist ever... Raw and Uncut... Push Wilson - CEO @ PushMusicPro

    • @andreavillacorta744
      @andreavillacorta744 8 років тому

      Lol

    • @lorrainecardillo7676
      @lorrainecardillo7676 8 років тому +9

      me too.. love it

    • @crysismusix5479
      @crysismusix5479 8 років тому +2

      facts smh

  • @slayerbecky7609
    @slayerbecky7609 9 років тому +1083

    I wonder why this guy isn't getting enough recognition in the music industry

    • @rustyfo1
      @rustyfo1 8 років тому +136

      Slayer Becky Probably because his lyrics often are social commentary as opposed to just ass & titties.

    • @maybewise
      @maybewise 8 років тому +16

      rustyfo1 Bet you're fun at parties.... But seriously, lots of people are popular when they've never made sexually degrading videos. That specific type might irk you, but it doesn't make up the industry.

    • @danmeme7740
      @danmeme7740 8 років тому +11

      Slayer Becky Probably because its been done before. He's not doing anything original, its a copied sound.

    • @maybewise
      @maybewise 8 років тому +23

      dan meme Right?. It's basic R&B. And rarely do great R&B singers get their due recognition. It's just the way it works.

    • @amberd6942
      @amberd6942 8 років тому +30

      Slayer Becky One of the reasons Allen is not getting recognition is because he is from Seattle. Seattle has a lot of great musicians and Artists that are not recognized. This stems from lack of local support and the industry not taking notice of the area. Most of the artist who made it that came from Seattle had to leave Seattle. Artists such as Jimi Hendrix, Nirvana, Sir Mix Alot, Bell and James. The latest and Greatest Maklamore had to leave and do college gigs to get a following. But Allen Stone is great and deserves a lot more attention for sure.

  • @derekdavis6248
    @derekdavis6248 5 місяців тому +37

    Wow how am I today years old when I found Allen Stone. I’m a huge R&B fan of the 90s, 00s and have been waiting to find someone who has talent to carry the torch. This guy is it!

    • @Duchessb75
      @Duchessb75 4 місяці тому

      he is amazing and even better in concert!

    • @patriciajackson568
      @patriciajackson568 2 місяці тому +1

      Have you checked out Teddy Swims?

    • @derekdavis6248
      @derekdavis6248 2 місяці тому

      @@patriciajackson568 yes, when I created an Allen Stone station in Pandora, he was in the mix!

    • @GiselleGrape
      @GiselleGrape Місяць тому +1

      I Totally agree. This guy is beyond ridiculous. My God!!! 🤦‍♀️🎶🤩

  • @beautyler4339
    @beautyler4339 4 роки тому +366

    From his mother's living room! If I were his parent I'd be in the corner crying tears of joy thinking that I made such an incredible human. This had to be an incredibly special moment from her point of view.

    • @johnrawkstaugh
      @johnrawkstaugh 3 роки тому +23

      If I am not mistaken, this was a video shot before a two week west coast run, and Conan O’Brian saw it and immediately booked him, followed by another late-night show. Dave Matthews signed him, and the rest is history. I know this, because my best friend was asked by Allen to go on this quick run playing drums. My friend was in a band and already booked for that period. Allen said, “we will hook up another time.” Went to moms, made this video and now is a star! Oh, universe....

    • @sheila71072
      @sheila71072 2 роки тому +6

      Touched with your comment.. I so agree.. My daughter sings, composes songs, plays instruments, I am just so proud of her... Give me goosebumps each time I realize she's a gift.

    • @912443aaron
      @912443aaron 2 роки тому +5

      He can sing anything, and make it amazing

    • @darlagreene2805
      @darlagreene2805 2 роки тому +3

      His parents are Beyond Proud of Allen Stone.

    • @angelad599
      @angelad599 Рік тому +1

      Shit, I'm proud of him.

  • @johan4398
    @johan4398 5 років тому +1711

    His vocal range is wider than my future.

    • @BoSSLeVeLs
      @BoSSLeVeLs 4 роки тому +16

      Faze Snowball 😂😂😂That comment has a bright future 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

    •  4 роки тому +14

      Your future is SUPER wide!!!!!!!

    • @f.spencer3925
      @f.spencer3925 4 роки тому +8

      You're hella funny for that.😂😂😂😂

    • @danitabuckner2616
      @danitabuckner2616 4 роки тому +5

      Lol... a description

    • @cameronh7608
      @cameronh7608 4 роки тому +8

      How does one determine how wide his future has become? You cant stretch this any farther...listen to Allen.

  • @CGagnon5
    @CGagnon5 8 років тому +292

    Papa said "son it's the land of the free"
    as he broke his back tryin to make ends meet
    this might be the greatest lyric of all time.

    • @kristopherwente5722
      @kristopherwente5722 8 років тому +4

      +CGagnon5 he was free to break his back to make ends meet. Without freedom, he wouldn't even be able to do that. I loved the other ideas in this song, but that one did not resonate.

    • @CGagnon5
      @CGagnon5 8 років тому +26

      Kristopher Wente you completely missed the point of the song then. In the words of Allen Stone:
      "I wrote it in the heat of the Occupy movement, and it sounds like an R&B love song but it was a protest song about the way I feel the government operates in this country."
      The line right before the one I quoted originally is, "Every day taxes increase
      So is this our land or is this our lease?" He's saying the government is always asking for more money from the people (for things like bank bailouts) and meanwhile people are struggling just to put food on the table. How free can we really be when we can barely make ends meet?
      hope this help.

    • @kristopherwente5722
      @kristopherwente5722 8 років тому +5

      +CGagnon5 yah- I got it. I was trying to say that the inference that a man is struggling to make ends meet means he is not free is bollocks. The struggle to make ends meet is the soil of freedom. Freedom comes with struggle. Many can't even struggle to make ends meet. In America to be free to actually make ends meet is also the freedom to NOT make ends meet. I loved the other points he was making, but lyrically, he, in my opinion, took a misstep with that line specifically.

    • @CGagnon5
      @CGagnon5 8 років тому +16

      Kristopher Wente I get that there are plenty of countries worse off than us, but I couldn't possible disagree with you more.. The definition of "freedom" should not stop at "ones ability to work their entire lives to put food on the table" It kills me to know that some people will never get to retire.Imagine being in your 80s or 90s looking back and adding up all the hours of your life you sold to a company. Then try to think how much you'd pay to get those hours back. I'd bet that time s worth much more to you than the minimum 7.25/hr that companies are offering.
      How can we ever really say we own anything or that we are free when such a small percentage of the population ever makes it out of debt. Most people live their entire lives owing money to someone (house, car, etc) That doesn't sound like freedom to me

    • @GreenGretel
      @GreenGretel 8 років тому +1

      +CGagnon5 Let's not get carried away, lol

  • @brianadevault
    @brianadevault 2 місяці тому +13

    And 12 years later still showing this song to people like it just came out yesterday!

  • @LetsTalkAboutSinging
    @LetsTalkAboutSinging 3 роки тому +51

    We all are the guy screaming “WOOO” at 4:13! 🙌 🔥

    • @beautifullyhuman5926
      @beautifullyhuman5926 12 днів тому

      Yesss! It makes me want to jump up and down, the way they are riding the crest of that groove. Feels like you wanna take off flying.

    • @angiewoods8421
      @angiewoods8421 11 днів тому

      For sure!!

  • @fbetty2500
    @fbetty2500 4 роки тому +672

    I remember my husband and I sitting on our patio on a sunny day and discovered him messing around on UA-cam. We were both like "what? Who is this dude?" We looked up all of his songs and listen all the time. If you like Allen please support, share and go to his shows so we can watch him rise, it will be worth it to our ears

    • @wheetie69
      @wheetie69 3 роки тому +14

      Allen is the truth, I saw him on one of the late American idol episodes, looked his songs up as well, damn, this white dude can go. 2020, still listening. My fav is Brown eyed lover.

    • @JOELAFRICK
      @JOELAFRICK 3 роки тому +9

      He's amazing in concert. Go see him.

    • @sweetnika83
      @sweetnika83 3 роки тому +4

      I remember sitting in my room with this on repeat. I thought there was a longer video but I can’t find it.

    • @beth6288
      @beth6288 3 роки тому +13

      Here i am came across this talented soul 2 days ago , havent listened to anything else in the last 48 hours cant believe hes been performing this long and ive just been blessed with his gifted talents 💫

    • @Divine-Sage
      @Divine-Sage 2 роки тому +2

      I love him so much, I watched him back to back in Boston.

  • @theshipissinkingno6056
    @theshipissinkingno6056 5 років тому +1288

    How much collard greens and pig feet and patti labelle sweet potato pies white boys gotta eat to produce this much soul???? We serious? A couple a seventh day Adventists and that 1 dude who you always pass on the road poppin wheelies on his bmx is puttin it down like this?!! I KNOW jesus comin back soon. These dudes ALL THE WAY LIVE🔥

    • @chasecec
      @chasecec 5 років тому +99

      theshipissinking no This is best comment i’ve ever read.

    • @tonyt6481
      @tonyt6481 5 років тому +31

      He does have a lot of soul that's for sure but it's probably the Patti LaBelle sweet potato pie made it happen this guys songs are addicting.have to hear Them once a day

    • @Army_Brat1980
      @Army_Brat1980 5 років тому +26

      Yeeeeeesssss....... I'm just finding about Allen and I cannot stop listening!!!!!!

    • @samdinzey
      @samdinzey 5 років тому +7

      theshipissinking yoooo who’s Adventist in this group?

    • @eddievan1755
      @eddievan1755 5 років тому +16

      Yo that comment got me hungry right there. I can’t lie. That sound like some good ol down home cookin 🤣

  • @dalexytv2305
    @dalexytv2305 2 роки тому +279

    I’ve been singing this for YEARS and I FINALLY hit that note OMG

    • @cyniktg
      @cyniktg 2 роки тому +18

      After a decade I can get as far as “You say that...” after the key change. After that I just cry 😂

    • @Rain-yh9ws
      @Rain-yh9ws 2 роки тому +3

      Me too!! Well sort of😬

    • @gill_yum
      @gill_yum 2 роки тому +12

      I saw him in Memphis and after he hit that note he went even higher and I was just dumbfounded

    • @rawsko0316
      @rawsko0316 2 роки тому +1

      Good job, took me a long time to get my falsetto back. This song helps!

    • @TennisRacket12
      @TennisRacket12 Рік тому +1

      Congrats!! I want to so badly ! 😀

  • @arlenevazquez2597
    @arlenevazquez2597 Рік тому +128

    This song is even more relevant now then ever during these times.

  • @busyworksbeats
    @busyworksbeats 10 років тому +464

    That wooh @ 4:12 brings the chills after that point

    • @evangeline1675
      @evangeline1675 3 роки тому +23

      And he stayed there.. lololol.. he a bad white dude 😅

    • @erinsardina5803
      @erinsardina5803 3 роки тому +5

      Yea it does

    • @NotTodaySatan557
      @NotTodaySatan557 3 роки тому +10

      involuntary wooh

    • @dads_diy
      @dads_diy 2 роки тому +8

      That stank face tho. He had to been raised by a strong black woman

    • @KamiyaFurniture
      @KamiyaFurniture 2 роки тому +4

      4:025 to get specific.

  • @shauniebaby7290
    @shauniebaby7290 4 роки тому +663

    This song makes me want to smoke a cigarette and peek out the blinds as its poring rain, staring at the glare of the street lights as it illuminates the night street.
    -and i dont smoke.
    Total vibes. ❤

    • @MrsRildaReads
      @MrsRildaReads 4 роки тому +12

      You're some poet. But don't smoke. It's bad for you.

    • @neihanarangitonga4999
      @neihanarangitonga4999 4 роки тому +17

      Feeling this song as I sit with a cold beer staring at the stars on a warm new Zealand night a song for the soul

    • @nivlagtj1
      @nivlagtj1 4 роки тому +2

      Listen to his "Naturally" live in studio.

    • @nivlagtj1
      @nivlagtj1 4 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/X0CGEIVJ9dc/v-deo.html

    • @JabariRawMusic
      @JabariRawMusic 4 роки тому +2

      Chile that's vibes right there😂and I don't either

  • @jamellee8402
    @jamellee8402 2 роки тому +102

    still an awesome song in 2022

    • @K1NGTM
      @K1NGTM 2 роки тому +2

      just stumbled upon it (again) after a tiny desk binge... this version will forever be the best rendition of this song
      11 years ago made me a Allen Stone fan for a life-time!

    • @c.g.v972
      @c.g.v972 Рік тому +1

      Considering the state of our economy this song hits home more than ever

    • @toplobsta
      @toplobsta Рік тому +2

      2023. Still awesome

  • @pigletfanatic08
    @pigletfanatic08 Місяць тому +6

    This absolutely never gets old....

  • @hulkhagrid6372
    @hulkhagrid6372 4 роки тому +50

    I legitimately don’t understand how Allen Stone isn’t the most popular artist around right now. Dudes amazing.

    • @nastasiastaten8363
      @nastasiastaten8363 Рік тому +1

      EXACTLYYY ITS BECAUSE HE SPEAKSSS THE TRUTHHHH

    • @hulkhagrid6372
      @hulkhagrid6372 Рік тому +1

      @@nastasiastaten8363 ma’am this was 3 years ago. Lol

    • @rickbigger9807
      @rickbigger9807 Місяць тому

      It's selection, he's great but I'm way more rock. He should do what he's doing but also explore and sing other sounds

  • @abbakaastralboobaby
    @abbakaastralboobaby 5 років тому +128

    Never seen so much blue eyed soul in one space! You are dead inside, if you cant feel the soul-power in this masterpiece! They are all outstanding musicians! #amazing

  • @ericcunningham2851
    @ericcunningham2851 Рік тому +29

    2023 still rocking this joint ...one of my favorites by him.

    • @angelad599
      @angelad599 Рік тому

      April 2023 on repeat

    • @riders.oregon4474
      @riders.oregon4474 Рік тому +1

      April 16 2023 and the first time I have even heard of him. Incredible . New fan here.

  • @2mangere7central59
    @2mangere7central59 2 роки тому +12

    One of the most underrated Muscians in the world!!

    • @Jsmash88808
      @Jsmash88808 2 роки тому +1

      He's well know in the musicians world.

  • @AdamLeeGuitarist
    @AdamLeeGuitarist 9 років тому +1125

    Sorcery. Nothing else can explain THIS MUCH incredible.

    • @casparharte
      @casparharte 9 років тому +6

      great performance, deep message, what a situation we are in something has to change. Thanks for the share Adam

    • @JohmathanBSwift
      @JohmathanBSwift 9 років тому +3

      Adam Lee Allen's got a new album coming out real soon .Van't wait .

    • @AdamLeeGuitarist
      @AdamLeeGuitarist 9 років тому +5

      'Radius' - super excited! :)

    • @JohmathanBSwift
      @JohmathanBSwift 9 років тому +4

      Adam Lee I know. I am excited too.

    • @canalimaturo6829
      @canalimaturo6829 8 років тому

      Adam Lee you go fucking

  • @docjames6902
    @docjames6902 10 років тому +47

    As a life long musician who came out of this era, Allen renews my hope for the future of music. This song is also a powerful conservative statement. That's rare. And couldn't be more relevant or timely.

  • @MisMicka
    @MisMicka 4 роки тому +132

    A lot of talented musicians don’t get the recognition that they deserve. I really love this song!!!

  • @_4lec
    @_4lec Рік тому +49

    Definitely time to get this song back in rotation 🔥

  • @rhamad6511
    @rhamad6511 8 років тому +233

    This is probably the coolest thing to ever happen in someone's mothers living room ever in history

    • @laurarosch4022
      @laurarosch4022 6 років тому +3

      You should take a look at this singer, she records in the bedroom :) ua-cam.com/video/Vn8phH0k5HI/v-deo.html

    • @joewhite7625
      @joewhite7625 5 років тому +2

      Yeah.. I beg to differ.

    • @aceonwheels2349
      @aceonwheels2349 5 років тому +4

      I was made in my moms living room so there’s that.

    • @destimu1
      @destimu1 4 роки тому +2

      Yes I am so grateful and thankful for our beautiful mother

  • @chaneldavis369
    @chaneldavis369 4 роки тому +279

    still listening in 2020 💚💜

    • @SIELband
      @SIELband 4 роки тому +7

      Listening during Lockdown 2020!

    • @coldlava101
      @coldlava101 3 роки тому +2

      Chanel Davis 6/26/20 🌈😷🌴Aloha

    • @gge9109
      @gge9109 3 роки тому +2

      JESUS CHRIST SAVES 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽CONFESS WITH YOUR MOUTH JESUS CHRIST IS LORD🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

    • @maryedwards8307
      @maryedwards8307 3 роки тому +4

      2021 and needed to hear this today

    • @carol2sweets928
      @carol2sweets928 3 роки тому +2

      2021 girl 🙌🙌

  • @biggienorm420
    @biggienorm420 4 роки тому +215

    Damn I listened to this 3 times b4 I realized it’s not like a breakup song... but he’s talking about the government.... this kid got it.

    • @gailowens5609
      @gailowens5609 3 роки тому +18

      Dude! Me too! The is the most romantic song to the government ever.

    • @RM-gm7lu
      @RM-gm7lu 3 роки тому +2

      Hahahaha he got you!

    • @freespeechyep7417
      @freespeechyep7417 3 роки тому +3

      🤣

    • @Sacred_Walls
      @Sacred_Walls 2 роки тому +11

      @@gailowens5609 🤣🤣 never thought I’d read ‘romantic’ and government in the same sentence 💀💀

    • @chp4822
      @chp4822 Рік тому +4

      All I hear is underwear. Every single time. Push, pull, tear…can’t stretch it any farther…

  • @toplobsta
    @toplobsta Рік тому +19

    Jfc. The chorus after the bridge.
    10 yrs later still slaps

  • @dehavendjuanan
    @dehavendjuanan 5 років тому +1600

    Anyone listening n 2019😏🤗😍

  • @siskodefiant4275
    @siskodefiant4275 7 років тому +182

    This is why soul music is so beautiful. If this doesn't make you feel something then something is wrong with you...

  • @secondoamore8439
    @secondoamore8439 Рік тому +34

    Seen the duo battling on The Voice and I immediately had to hear the original. My god what a glorious tremendous R&B jam!!! Old school vibe at its finest!!! ❤❤❤

    • @marcelljohnson8980
      @marcelljohnson8980 Рік тому

      Me too! This is my 3rd time listening to this song and Allen Stone. I’m hooked on both!

    • @secretsauceskateboarding4337
      @secretsauceskateboarding4337 Рік тому +1

      If y’all can se Allen live, do it. The shows are a great time.

    • @treiskushrenada6332
      @treiskushrenada6332 10 місяців тому +1

      @@secretsauceskateboarding4337I just saw his show live in Asbury Park NJ at the Asbury Lanes, this man is FIRE🔥🔥🔥🔥!!!
      My sister just put me into him 2 days ago and she already had tickets lol I had to go

  • @RealDavarionJarvelle
    @RealDavarionJarvelle 3 роки тому +112

    4:28 They put they're life force into those instrumentals. They had nothing left when that breakdown came. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

    • @T_D_B_
      @T_D_B_ Рік тому

      A bit performative if you ask me

    • @francesj.jenson6698
      @francesj.jenson6698 Рік тому

      Agreed! Allen's stank face at mark 4:16 is telling all. Also love the keyboardist's facial expression and groove at 2:44! Cheers!

    • @angelad599
      @angelad599 Рік тому

      The best part, that part. 🔥🔥

  • @davidsholar2330
    @davidsholar2330 7 років тому +646

    At 4:00 he unleashes the winds of the gods

    • @Vanasse1
      @Vanasse1 7 років тому +45

      BEYOND amazing!!! When he hits those falsettos it's like nothing we have heard before ever...... LOVE HIM.

    • @dymeezeey
      @dymeezeey 7 років тому +26

      this guy is absolutely nuts! and he is invited to the cookout😂😂

    • @user-on9od8ej5s
      @user-on9od8ej5s 6 років тому

      yessss!!!!!!!

    • @keyki505
      @keyki505 6 років тому +12

      The band !!! Omggg they all going crazy

    • @jimjones8854
      @jimjones8854 6 років тому +4

      "Winds of the gods.." ROFL. True as it may be. Going to see him live in Minneapolis next December.

  • @KiloRooster
    @KiloRooster 6 років тому +174

    Feels like I've just discovered gold. Can't believe I'm so late to the party.

  • @Tyler-eq6hp
    @Tyler-eq6hp Рік тому +41

    The song just keeps building, and crescendos at the 4 minute mark, just amazing. And the lyrics for the struggle of the working class. A++ song and performance

    • @angelad599
      @angelad599 Рік тому +2

      That high note is phenomenal

  • @patrocinadeollas5983
    @patrocinadeollas5983 2 місяці тому +5

    A coworker told me about Allen Stone today, and I'm glad she did. He is beyond amazing! So much soul and range in his vocals. I love him already! 🎶

    • @ttthecat
      @ttthecat 2 місяці тому

      You have a very cool co-worker-- let her know! I was looking up blue-eyed soul from my youth and found him in listed in Essence magazine! And was joyfully surprised!

  • @meganelizabeth7421
    @meganelizabeth7421 5 років тому +128

    I'm LIVING for all of those stank faces. So phenomenal. 😍👍

  • @saltyavocado403
    @saltyavocado403 6 років тому +1064

    This song is so underrated..... Like if you agree!

    • @collinkeepers7996
      @collinkeepers7996 5 років тому +9

      Maybe it was, but now its got 9.7M views!! I'm glad that Allen Stone is getting more popular

    • @maikamatelau1546
      @maikamatelau1546 5 років тому +2

      Yo

    • @michellevang1541
      @michellevang1541 5 років тому +2

      Paper Beast Mobile Gaming so fucking underrated

    • @brandonmiller5394
      @brandonmiller5394 5 років тому +1

      Paper Beast Mobile Gaming around the 2:20 mark is like hallelujah! Took us to church

    • @everyck9556
      @everyck9556 4 роки тому +2

      Not anymore🙃

  • @hustlesouldesire5829
    @hustlesouldesire5829 3 роки тому +32

    I’m definitely late to the game but home boy got soul on a 1000. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @louwilliamqueenie6071
    @louwilliamqueenie6071 4 роки тому +757

    He gets an invite to the cookout after the lockdown

  • @mariaiona1731
    @mariaiona1731 5 років тому +91

    See this is why it is called soul music, cause it literally snatches ur soul and takes it into another place, im sorry but i cant explain how this makes me feel. I wish i could.

    • @francescozanasi2216
      @francescozanasi2216 5 років тому +3

      Me too. Don't know where I am.

    • @grovermarchand5537
      @grovermarchand5537 4 роки тому +3

      It certainly looked and sounded like him and the band were feeliin it too

    • @Demon-zk4jr
      @Demon-zk4jr 3 роки тому +1

      It's beyond that soul is love music from being the opposite of what hurt you it's growth music

  • @dust9theninthpoet
    @dust9theninthpoet 8 років тому +299

    Who said white boys don't have soul? That's why I love music and Allen Stone because music goes far beyond the arbitrary lines of color. This is real soul music right here, damn near brought me to tears.

    • @AtheistUnseen
      @AtheistUnseen 8 років тому +32

      I think youre mistaking gingers for white boys.

    • @beardown2489
      @beardown2489 8 років тому +5

      +Ed Camp lol hard right now

    • @KataroQuick
      @KataroQuick 8 років тому +11

      & Matt Corby

    • @zdangermou5e329
      @zdangermou5e329 8 років тому +10

      +dust9 no one did sir, there jon. B , robin thicke, obviously allen stone. People just ignore them

    • @Patawon
      @Patawon 6 років тому +1

      dust9 the number isn’t exactly huge lol

  • @julianpitt4828
    @julianpitt4828 9 місяців тому +11

    Found this amazing guy years ago, when he preformed at the BET awards between a commercial break. This song/ artist is and has always been apart of me and my family since...,

  • @diamondbertucci4364
    @diamondbertucci4364 2 роки тому +26

    This song is so classic to me 😭 back again years later

  • @laurenhawkins1829
    @laurenhawkins1829 7 років тому +948

    I'm legitimately 3 million of these views and I'm not ashamed

    • @electric8668
      @electric8668 6 років тому +4

      Check this out if you haven't already Unaware Allen Stone - DeAndre Brackensick youtube

    • @TheSadMas
      @TheSadMas 6 років тому +3

      I Feel The same way!

    • @NotTodaySatan557
      @NotTodaySatan557 6 років тому +6

      Im the other 3 mill views :p no shame!

    • @laparis27th77
      @laparis27th77 6 років тому +6

      Lauren Hawkins I don't blame u. Hard to find good music and a message in the same place these days

    • @monieluvs4125
      @monieluvs4125 5 років тому +1

      Ohh Luv That Girly!!

  • @brandonmiller5394
    @brandonmiller5394 4 роки тому +605

    “Everyday my taxes increase, so is this our land or a lease”. Only grown folks understand this statement

    • @bernadettethomas4266
      @bernadettethomas4266 3 роки тому +3

      Word.

    • @stevenmessina9590
      @stevenmessina9590 3 роки тому +10

      Is my man a libertarian?!?!

    • @brandonmiller5394
      @brandonmiller5394 3 роки тому +7

      Steven Messina I’m starting to entertain it man. I’ve voted Republican for so many years but listening to dr jo Jorgensen I’m starting to question everything lol.

    • @stevenmessina9590
      @stevenmessina9590 3 роки тому +1

      @@brandonmiller5394
      Check out Tom Woods Show and Part of the Problem with Dave Smith!

    • @henriettaparks586
      @henriettaparks586 3 роки тому +6

      YES!! BRANDON!! MY BROTHER! I HEAR YOU LOUD AND CLEAR!! JUST AS OBVIOUS AS ALLEN OUTSTANDING RANGE!! BANANAS!!!

  • @courtneywynne6753
    @courtneywynne6753 4 роки тому +32

    4:00 changed me.
    Got me all shook up. The control this guy has is unreal. Mad props.

  • @madelieverwel6270
    @madelieverwel6270 5 років тому +211

    damn, I've never wanted to go to someones moms livingroom before so badly

  • @EricPerkinsMusic
    @EricPerkinsMusic 7 років тому +276

    That Falsetto. My goodness.

    • @shellywell8744
      @shellywell8744 6 років тому +5

      Amen! In his mommy's house clowning like that too?

    • @edmonix6457
      @edmonix6457 5 років тому +1

      Was looooooking for this comment *My God*

    • @ha_y_nspartan8164
      @ha_y_nspartan8164 5 років тому

      That Falsetto sounds Truesetto. 😆😌

  • @jjones2263
    @jjones2263 2 роки тому +53

    In 2021, this songs still hits hard. His voice is amazing. Ill always come back. ❤❤

  • @cnnnjmom
    @cnnnjmom 2 роки тому +6

    You know Allen could easily break the internet. No dancing no light show. Just his voice. Only if they knew what they are missing!

  • @phoebelazaro9410
    @phoebelazaro9410 7 років тому +465

    it makes me so happy that there are people in this world who still make music like this. it's so honest and clean - no booty, money and fast cars, just simple and beautiful

    • @skeetlarson5186
      @skeetlarson5186 7 років тому +5

      Phoebe Lazaro I agree fully!

    • @drodge72
      @drodge72 5 років тому +21

      Always room for booty. A man that sings like this likes booty for sure

    • @chillypingu8574
      @chillypingu8574 5 років тому

      But you love booty songs then how we supposed to dance if there’s no booty shaking songs?

    • @mikek6105
      @mikek6105 5 років тому +2

      Wow I like this , just seen this guy on ridiculousness...

    • @RealNigga0190
      @RealNigga0190 5 років тому +2

      lol I mad you said no booty but yeah this type of music needs more attention.

  • @pjhensoldt
    @pjhensoldt 9 років тому +63

    I always find myself coming back to this song.

  • @thelyonfamily1456
    @thelyonfamily1456 Рік тому +6

    If my kids sang songs and played music like this I don’t care the time of day it is. I’d tell them to Set it up in the house wherever. I’d be vibing regardless making memories.

  • @rachel.shakira
    @rachel.shakira Рік тому +22

    this man's music is so beautiful. His voice hits so deep

  • @MartyRayProject
    @MartyRayProject 6 років тому +325

    Umm... why does Allen only have 107k subs? 🤔 Whats wrong with this world.

    • @TheMomof2divas
      @TheMomof2divas 5 років тому +5

      I am late to the party! I discovered him on Instagram and I can't get enough!!! Music needs to get back to this! Brotha can sang!

    • @mchale1014
      @mchale1014 5 років тому

      Omg people don't like the same thing as me! Unheard of...

    • @T.D.Y.
      @T.D.Y. 5 років тому

      Unfortunately because mumble rap and boop bop beep crap is apparently the “ music “ of now. Sad 😔

    • @Thejellybaby
      @Thejellybaby 5 років тому +2

      Marty Ray Project Yep. Strange he is not a household name as his voice travels straight through the ether.

    • @dbarrios6692
      @dbarrios6692 4 роки тому +1

      Same reason Marc Broussard has the same amount. It's criminal.

  • @bretkmcginnis
    @bretkmcginnis 5 років тому +95

    The “WOO” at 4:12 ...that guy knew what was up

  • @afwilson9802
    @afwilson9802 6 місяців тому +5

    The drummer felt that note at 4:05!!!

  • @schmo9425
    @schmo9425 3 роки тому +51

    This is music. Soul. Keep doing this, brother. You've nailed your sound with this.

  • @dantemyers1073
    @dantemyers1073 8 років тому +350

    5 years later and it still hit my soul

    • @jasdawson2275
      @jasdawson2275 8 років тому +1

      exactly 💯🙌

    • @nakedfeetkitchen
      @nakedfeetkitchen 8 років тому +1

      +Dante Myers Me too! He's coming to Athens, GA on Wednesday and I'm definitely going to have to be sleepy at work the next day for this one.

    • @dantemyers1073
      @dantemyers1073 8 років тому

      Camille Burney
      luck you enjoy

    • @bytheway123456789
      @bytheway123456789 8 років тому +7

      I feel you brother!

    • @feliciawilliams5720
      @feliciawilliams5720 6 років тому

      Dante Myers...agreed

  • @Jonesy0218
    @Jonesy0218 9 років тому +233

    I have to give this version a thumbs up over the album version... The octave he went up at the end of this was insane!!!!!!!!!

    • @leroymartin-mcewen9559
      @leroymartin-mcewen9559 9 років тому +20

      he goes up three semitones, an octave is 12.
      an octave would be extremely high.
      Though i entirely agree, gave me goosebumps

    • @JulianTirta
      @JulianTirta 9 років тому +14

      Brian Weller an octave has 12 semitones, which in the piano is the alternating white and black keys. Its called an octave because there are 8 whole notes in one octave. Hope this helps :)

    • @leroymartin-mcewen9559
      @leroymartin-mcewen9559 9 років тому +1

      JulianTirta well said.

    • @Mejoree113
      @Mejoree113 9 років тому +3

      JulianTirta Whole notes sort of implies whole tones which is incorrect. The major/minor scale consists of 7 notes, the 8th being the 'octave', the same as the first note.
      C D E F G A B C in C Major for example :)

    • @JulianTirta
      @JulianTirta 9 років тому

      Ja mes I was trying to simplify the explanation but thanks for the correction :) My knowledge of music theory is starting to fade away :S

  • @t.g.7875
    @t.g.7875 4 роки тому +11

    “You say that you care, but I was unaware”. It hit different in June 2020. 🔥🔥🔥

  • @gledisonsarachevgeducacion1006

    And here I am again!!!

  • @bennettfagan5520
    @bennettfagan5520 5 років тому +280

    I’d like to first apologize to Allen stone for finding you and your music soooooo late. American idol brought me here with the duet you did and KILLED it!!!! Your definitely my top 5 artist
    Music at its purest form. Loves it. Keep it coming

    • @raybuendia518
      @raybuendia518 5 років тому +2

      Same Here. Only reason cause I saw the duet. Outstanding with Dennis Lorenzo.

    • @oocarpa
      @oocarpa 4 роки тому

      Deandre brought me to him... didnt know he was on american idol too

    • @nikkicollins6581
      @nikkicollins6581 4 роки тому

      Same here

    • @ht-th456
      @ht-th456 4 роки тому

      Trent Harmon brought me here

  • @Arizona9001
    @Arizona9001 7 років тому +258

    He's even better LIVE.

    • @TheHumbleking718
      @TheHumbleking718 7 років тому +4

      Benjamin Kham will go see him soon I missed him at the Apollo

    • @michaelwalsh8581
      @michaelwalsh8581 7 років тому +8

      I could not agree more. His show at the Apollo was the best show I have ever been to. The man has incredible soul, sounds just as good if not better live, and is one hell of a performer.

    • @kellyanneyoung-moeke3634
      @kellyanneyoung-moeke3634 7 років тому +1

      Michael Walsh ikr there needs to be more singers like him. full of soul and rhythm

    • @evanwhitney7453
      @evanwhitney7453 6 років тому +3

      This recording was live

    • @cedargroves
      @cedargroves 6 років тому

      We seen him last year in San Antonio Tx. He WAS even better live !!!

  • @nebulashine4600
    @nebulashine4600 3 роки тому +6

    Mom coming home and finding her living room on
    f i r e 🔥⚡🔥⚡🔥

  • @Infantryvet156th
    @Infantryvet156th 20 днів тому +2

    I'm up at 4 am here in Rapides parish Louisiana singing this like my life depends on it!

  • @EvanRobert
    @EvanRobert 9 років тому +38

    My mom thought this song was about giving birth after hearing the chorus. Can't stop thinking about it now... "Push, pull, tear, can't stretch it any farther."

    • @leggoego
      @leggoego 9 років тому +35

      Hey maybe "mothers living room" is innuendo for uterus haha.

    • @sunlit_autumn
      @sunlit_autumn 9 років тому +2

      C.R.E.A.M.
      ahahaha!!!

    • @ruthconstanza5848
      @ruthconstanza5848 6 років тому

      😂

    • @thaiscosta7273
      @thaiscosta7273 6 років тому

      Evan Robert make sense..😄😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @JG-vm2iy
      @JG-vm2iy 2 місяці тому

      My underwearrrrr

  • @EbonyBladeXX.mp3
    @EbonyBladeXX.mp3 7 років тому +135

    4:30 YO! EVERYONE FELT THAT. AND SO DID I.
    toooooooo goooooooooood. I will always come back to this video.

    • @Ladyteeslove1
      @Ladyteeslove1 6 років тому +1

      Andrew Buchanan amen 👏👏👏👏👏 always

    • @jasontheryan
      @jasontheryan 5 років тому +1

      I'm back now, where you at !

  • @tonyaperry1303
    @tonyaperry1303 4 роки тому +17

    Had the stank face through the whole song. You sir are blessed!!

  • @wanghaf_Gl0yper
    @wanghaf_Gl0yper Рік тому +7

    I was driving the truck through the New Mexico mountains listening to this for the first time in years today, bout brought a tear to my eye

  • @chyleswashington
    @chyleswashington 5 років тому +43

    This boy right here inspires me with the way he uses his voice!!!! 🙊😎

  • @laquitabwatchn
    @laquitabwatchn 8 років тому +104

    I want this version!!!! It's better than the album version

    • @denisela3403
      @denisela3403 8 років тому +1

      I brought the apple version. It's good, but not as good this.

    • @AW-xv7dq
      @AW-xv7dq 8 років тому

      +La-Quita Barnes You can find sw that will pull this video off youtube then you can find another sw to extract just the audio.
      Message me if you need help with it.

    • @kasmeneyes2227
      @kasmeneyes2227 8 років тому +6

      youtube mp3 is the answer

    • @Lannz31
      @Lannz31 6 років тому

      Agreed!!

  • @volkerd714
    @volkerd714 2 роки тому +21

    The vibe and energy on this session and take is off the charts. Coming back a decade later in 2021!

  • @theuzumakikay8647
    @theuzumakikay8647 2 роки тому +6

    This is the version we want on Apple Music. Thanks

  • @worthlessburger7
    @worthlessburger7 10 років тому +27

    Damn...I remember when this didn't even have over 100,000 hits. I'm so glad to see he's become quite the up & coming artist for R&B/Soul lovers.

  • @kimlee2995
    @kimlee2995 5 років тому +37

    Saw this young man about 15 years ago, ( I thought it was 10, but my daughter reminds me it was more like 15) doing a live short set in Pioneer Square in Seattle. It was part of a live music lunch concert series, put on to introduce upcoming artist. I remember being absolutely blown away by his talent. During a break in the set I approached him to tell him how gifted I felt he was and that his vibe put me in the mind of Stevie Wonder. He was so humble, gracious and said he truly appreciated that. This guy is the real deal. The entire set was flawless soul. What a gifted musician Allen Stone is.

    • @tbee1575
      @tbee1575 2 роки тому

      What a nice story. I would have loved to have met him.

  • @Brandon_McDonnell
    @Brandon_McDonnell 2 роки тому +3

    Anyone else still watching this 10 years later?

  • @cindyc4470
    @cindyc4470 4 роки тому +9

    Allen should have some Grammy awards. I m so jealous so so. He is so soulful its too much to handle!

  • @wasabiwasabi9991
    @wasabiwasabi9991 5 років тому +696

    Allen stone was traded to the black delegation midway through this performance my man snapped

    • @williambison9772
      @williambison9772 5 років тому +19

      way to go and keep racism alive 🤨

    • @churrgee3675
      @churrgee3675 5 років тому +86

      @@williambison9772 grow up you fucking beta bitch 😂

    • @kandorj2743
      @kandorj2743 4 роки тому +21

      Churr Gee lmFAO

    • @erwinmoore5947
      @erwinmoore5947 4 роки тому +4

      Facts

    • @philmcafee343
      @philmcafee343 4 роки тому +31

      Was this a Dave Chappell racial draft reference? Lol

  • @myhumanlyfefilterd3788
    @myhumanlyfefilterd3788 6 років тому +8

    Apparently I was completely “UNAWARE” that this gifted human existed!! I’m so here for you ❤️.

  • @katheecornelison4189
    @katheecornelison4189 2 роки тому +12

    OMG This guy is an amazing entertainer. His performance on American Song 🎵 Contest was phenomenal 👏 💯💯💯

  • @courtneycampbell2324
    @courtneycampbell2324 Рік тому +9

    I’ll never get tired of this song.

  • @JanelleBearden246
    @JanelleBearden246 9 років тому +30

    OMFG @ 4:00 my body turned into one big goosebump! I thought I lost my mind! .... But in the BEST way!

    • @phillipberry2551
      @phillipberry2551 9 років тому +1

      Seriously the truth!

    • @l.rivera3186
      @l.rivera3186 9 років тому

      Yess. Me too!!He took his voice to another leveI cant many singers go! Man if that part of the song dont move your soul something is seriously wrong with you!

    • @angelalopez7704
      @angelalopez7704 9 років тому +1

      That's funny, I was just getting goosebumps while reading this comment and looked at the time......yep 4:00!

  • @tristanparedes
    @tristanparedes 5 років тому +85

    lit 🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @bklynaka10
    @bklynaka10 4 роки тому +35

    Still amazing in 2020. The definition of soul.

    • @janeth3008
      @janeth3008 3 роки тому +2

      Bringing you back again in 2021 😏 Enjoy.

  • @razbertignacio
    @razbertignacio Рік тому +4

    The Voice NBC brought me here this is sooooo amazing! heals the soul, honestly.

  • @BajanMadrid25
    @BajanMadrid25 9 років тому +26

    1st time in my life, I'm hearing this song...& from the 3rd note, I had to stop my multi tasking, too see who is this...& I've lost count how many times, I've said DAMN, DAMN, DAMNNNN...this is absolutely STELLAR, I was blown away.
    This is precisely why I play random Acoustic playlist...hoping to find absolute diamonds like this. You guys should be performing for millions but trash is the in thing with today's media/people, how sad.
    I just want whoever uploaded this Joy to life gem...that, I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

  • @-themercyseat
    @-themercyseat 5 років тому +19

    The "whoooo" @ 4:12 made me feel like I was in in the band. All of the members have such groove and talent. Tip of my cap to all, serious players the lot.

  • @christinekroll8341
    @christinekroll8341 Рік тому +8

    My dear God what an amazing singer I get shivers down my spine every time I hear you sing. Your mom should be proud of you. I can’t wait for you to come to Ontario Canada I will definitely make sure I get front row seats. Outstanding!

  • @LivingMaxNYC
    @LivingMaxNYC 2 роки тому +24

    Can’t believe this was 10 years ago. Been my favorite since it’s release

  • @rofaca
    @rofaca 10 років тому +43

    Okay that falsetto gave me goose-freaking-bumps! You are killing me with your voice sir. God Damn! So excited to discover this man.

  • @DRDRE-ex6yg
    @DRDRE-ex6yg 6 років тому +33

    THAT OLD SAYING THAT" YOU CAN'T JUDGE A BOOK BY IT'S COVER" IS SO TRUE! THIS GUY IS TRULY AMAZING! WHAT A BEAUTIFUL SOULFUL VOICE! JUST DISCOVERED YOU IN 2018, WHERE HAVE I BEEN?

    • @deronrippatoe3609
      @deronrippatoe3609 4 роки тому

      Man I said the same thing years ago when I first saw the video, been a fan every since

  • @Alyssa-tv7py
    @Alyssa-tv7py Рік тому +4

    I clicked on this man just out of curiosity. Amazing soul in his voice. Wow. Just wow

  • @neffreebandz4456
    @neffreebandz4456 2 роки тому +2

    Damn y’all jus now getting here!!! Been tuning in for ten years !!!