Why do people have to over-complicate this? He is a great songwriter. There's nothing else to say. Who cares about anything else? He writes great songs.
@NintendoSegaSonyGuy I'm actually not sure. I was quite little when that show was on so I don't remember the individual episodes very well. I just know it was on a CD my cousin had of the soundtrack. It doesn't specify the episode on imdb either.
It's just funny, because reruns of the show have been being shown on the SunDance channel. My sister and I have been watching them recently. From the numerous episodes we've seen so far, I can't recall ever hearing this song.
If you've never watched the show, I highly recommend that you do sometime.
@NintendoSegaSonyGuy I remember the characters quite well (esp. Jordan Catalano!), but I think most of the themes/plots probably went right over my head - I'd like to see it again as an adult just for all the nineties nostalgia!
@NintendoSegaSonyGuy My point is that nothing is perfect, and his music is not perfect by CONVENTIONAL standards. Which makes it, in its own context, perfect because he is not concerned with being conventional anyway. You are all misunderstanding my point, which actually originally was in response to someone ELSE claiming an imperfection. I don't know why refering to something as not being perfect is considered a negative thing - it's a compliment.
Typically, saying something is not perfect when someone really likes it is regarded as a negative thing. But now I see your point. Nothing is really perfect. By claiming something has a character flaw, it makes it seem complete. Some people just happen to take that the wrong way.
@NintendoSegaSonyGuy I totally agree. In conventional contexts, imperfection seems like a negative thing, but when someone or something is completely individual, the perfection is in the imperfection, if that makes sense.
This song is great. I think a lot of people can't grasp his music because they don't know the back story of his life. I tell everyone to watch "The Devil and Daniel Johnston" and THEN listen to the music. I promise, you'll love it and it's sweet, simple, complexity.
@YunaBonbeurre The imperfection is what makes it perfect to me. His singing is far from conventionally 'good' or attractive but that is what makes it more relateable and beautiful.
@giorgioarmanizavos Yeah, it was originally on Hi, How Are You (1983, I think - early 80s anyway). I got it from the Please Don't Feed The Ego best of.
@Ddiggah Ah, so it is - I have that album burned on a blank disc with some other songs including Come See Me Tonight so mistakenly thought the song was part of that album
Like many of Johnston's songs, this is brilliant song-writing from the lyrics to the music. And like usual, the performance is not ideal. I hope Johnston will let more people cover more of his fantastic songs, because while he does sing well at times, his vocal talent can't do justice to all of his songs.
Personally, it's his non-perfect performance that makes me like the song in the first place. I would hate this song if it didn't have his strange vocals. His voice seem to fit the lyrics more than a better trained one, in my opinion.
It was a local University (Indie type station) I called my spot "The Soundtrack Cafe". After the first time I played this song I got requests every week for this and Casper from the Kids soundtrack. It was so much fun doing it I really miss it. I also would throw in some Smurf tunes for fun :)
Keep me posted on the radio spot if you can. Good luck with the essays :) Get the rules on what you can play too...I couldn't play mainstream songs that one would normally hear on mainstream stations but that is what made it fun. :)
Yeah might see whether they have room for an extra student next semester at my college radio station, and thanks for wishing me luck with the dreaded essays, i'll need it!
I have heard this song many times before but it still always brings out strong emotions in me. Somehow this song taps into loneliness really well.
SilenceBroken23 4 months ago
Why do people have to over-complicate this? He is a great songwriter. There's nothing else to say. Who cares about anything else? He writes great songs.
tunaketchup 5 months ago
You say this song was on the My So Called Life Soundtrack? That's incredible. Which episode?
NintendoSegaSonyGuy 7 months ago
@NintendoSegaSonyGuy I'm actually not sure. I was quite little when that show was on so I don't remember the individual episodes very well. I just know it was on a CD my cousin had of the soundtrack. It doesn't specify the episode on imdb either.
mepsib 7 months ago
@mepsib
It's just funny, because reruns of the show have been being shown on the SunDance channel. My sister and I have been watching them recently. From the numerous episodes we've seen so far, I can't recall ever hearing this song.
If you've never watched the show, I highly recommend that you do sometime.
NintendoSegaSonyGuy 7 months ago
@NintendoSegaSonyGuy I remember the characters quite well (esp. Jordan Catalano!), but I think most of the themes/plots probably went right over my head - I'd like to see it again as an adult just for all the nineties nostalgia!
mepsib 7 months ago
I'm going with YunaBonbeurre. This song is perfect, without an "imperfection" that mepsib is claiming. It's just blowing me away.
NintendoSegaSonyGuy 7 months ago
@NintendoSegaSonyGuy My point is that nothing is perfect, and his music is not perfect by CONVENTIONAL standards. Which makes it, in its own context, perfect because he is not concerned with being conventional anyway. You are all misunderstanding my point, which actually originally was in response to someone ELSE claiming an imperfection. I don't know why refering to something as not being perfect is considered a negative thing - it's a compliment.
mepsib 7 months ago
@mepsib
Typically, saying something is not perfect when someone really likes it is regarded as a negative thing. But now I see your point. Nothing is really perfect. By claiming something has a character flaw, it makes it seem complete. Some people just happen to take that the wrong way.
NintendoSegaSonyGuy 7 months ago
@NintendoSegaSonyGuy I totally agree. In conventional contexts, imperfection seems like a negative thing, but when someone or something is completely individual, the perfection is in the imperfection, if that makes sense.
mepsib 7 months ago
This song is great. I think a lot of people can't grasp his music because they don't know the back story of his life. I tell everyone to watch "The Devil and Daniel Johnston" and THEN listen to the music. I promise, you'll love it and it's sweet, simple, complexity.
cranie4 11 months ago
cuz reality suuuucks lol
soulseeker300 11 months ago
If art is a reflection of the artist, it should be imperfect.
BigBruinekool 1 year ago
@BigBruinekool Music is art, and art immitates life. So if your life isn`t perfect why should your music be?
dropd26 1 year ago
@dropd26 Another great way of saying it.
BigBruinekool 1 year ago
i love that tape cover...how they are shoveling ideas into his head and its feeding his ego
crayZtaco7 1 year ago
this song makes me miss my ex.
GSarovich 1 year ago
this song is perfect, it captures the sound of a real tortured soul.
GSarovich 1 year ago
To mepsib & TheScissorhandsKhemi :
Where do you hear "non-perfect performance" or "imperfection" ?!
This song is PERFECT.
A great great love song.
YunaBonbeurre 1 year ago
@YunaBonbeurre The imperfection is what makes it perfect to me. His singing is far from conventionally 'good' or attractive but that is what makes it more relateable and beautiful.
mepsib 1 year ago 6
hahaha "Cuuuzz Reaality Suckss".... lol that line made me laugh
RoughshodElm 1 year ago
Daniel Johnston is perfectly imperfect!
wyominglost 1 year ago
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kkknoxskorner 1 year ago
@kkknoxskorner Nothin' wrong with being picky! :) It's just all down to individual taste really, isn't it?
mepsib 1 year ago
brilliant
sckrbt 1 year ago
You can also find it on the soundtrack to My So Called Life.
My favourite song by Daniel...
Ennustus666 1 year ago
Hey is this on any of his original albums or cassettes?
giorgioarmanizavos 1 year ago
@giorgioarmanizavos Yeah, it was originally on Hi, How Are You (1983, I think - early 80s anyway). I got it from the Please Don't Feed The Ego best of.
mepsib 1 year ago
@mepsib its not on hi how are you... only on a 7 inch record
Ddiggah 1 year ago
@Ddiggah Ah, so it is - I have that album burned on a blank disc with some other songs including Come See Me Tonight so mistakenly thought the song was part of that album
mepsib 1 year ago
So far every single song I've heard from johnston is brilliant.
DeadJ0ker27 1 year ago
Some people just cant be over produced because they are so damn unique and original that is why DANIEL JOHNSTON IS A BADASS
TheJ253 1 year ago
if u can catch this vibe...
This songs blows my mind! Big Fan BiG love...
salmonlasac 1 year ago
shivers down my spine .... :)
AstridToppinen 1 year ago
i trully like his imperfection, its what makes the music so great ..
TheScissorhandsKhemi 1 year ago 18
@TheScissorhandsKhemi Excellent point!
VespasionAD 9 months ago
Like many of Johnston's songs, this is brilliant song-writing from the lyrics to the music. And like usual, the performance is not ideal. I hope Johnston will let more people cover more of his fantastic songs, because while he does sing well at times, his vocal talent can't do justice to all of his songs.
SeanLawlorNelson 2 years ago
Personally, it's his non-perfect performance that makes me like the song in the first place. I would hate this song if it didn't have his strange vocals. His voice seem to fit the lyrics more than a better trained one, in my opinion.
mepsib 2 years ago 35
Great Great Song!!!
racpembertondual 2 years ago
almost unbearable intense this song
there are so many Laurie's..
globus58 2 years ago 2
anyone know what that says in the bubble on the album cover?
pizzapie12345 2 years ago
It says "Oh well, thank you very much." And the words at the top near the titles say "Munch munch."
mepsib 2 years ago
wow this is a great song.the melody is dreamy
bloomindoomin 2 years ago
It's all about Laurie man ... he 's so obsessed
channing789 2 years ago 2
He believes in true love...a little too much, but it's ok because it fuels his work.
Ieatbabyseals 2 years ago
This song is awesome.
brokenhourglass 3 years ago 3
One of my all time favorite songs. Played it on my radio show when I had one.
Batman10166 3 years ago 2
Cool when was that? What type of radio show did you have?
mepsib 3 years ago
It was a local University (Indie type station) I called my spot "The Soundtrack Cafe". After the first time I played this song I got requests every week for this and Casper from the Kids soundtrack. It was so much fun doing it I really miss it. I also would throw in some Smurf tunes for fun :)
Batman10166 3 years ago
Wow that's like my dream show! I'm obsessed with soundtracks! Man I wish I could have a show like that :)
mepsib 3 years ago
Check with your local University. Most take volunteers (sometimes odd hours of the day though) to fill spots. Good luck.
Batman10166 3 years ago
Thanks for the advice batman, I might do that if I have time between all the horrible essays! :)
mepsib 3 years ago
Keep me posted on the radio spot if you can. Good luck with the essays :) Get the rules on what you can play too...I couldn't play mainstream songs that one would normally hear on mainstream stations but that is what made it fun. :)
Batman10166 3 years ago
Yeah might see whether they have room for an extra student next semester at my college radio station, and thanks for wishing me luck with the dreaded essays, i'll need it!
mepsib 3 years ago
Don't mention it. Anytime.
Batman10166 3 years ago
Love this one!
itsmetyler 3 years ago 4