I've seen a lot of live performances of 'if work permits', and this is by far the best one out there. Not only the immense amount of emotion he put into this particular take, but he actually hits the high note (instead of a cold goodbye), proving he can actually do it live.
Music just depends on what you like, it's personal opinion. I love Elliott* Smith and Dylan, Radiohead is another group who are extremely talented and don't seem to get as much stardom as pop bands, but I also like these guys. This is probably my favorite song. Good stuff. Influences are everywhere, and you can always reach out to someone somewhere.
actually, you should learn to appreciate lyrics. I mean I'm not saying hes an amazing poet, but a lot of their songs have incredibly deep lyrics once you really break through their pop melodies. thats actually one of the things I love about the Format.
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After 1 year I still stand by my comment. And I do appreciate lyrics. If you think their lyrics are deep then I can only conclude that you haven't heard much music. Go listen to Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, The Beatles, Yo La Tango, Elliot Smith, or hell, even Bright Eyes.
@thirty6chambers The Beatles have fucking terrible lyrics. Bob Dylan's lyrics aren't amazing either. They often tell a good story or whatever but they aren't outstanding. I know your comment was 3 years ago but it was pretty ridiculous
wow
lambie22 2 weeks ago
best song by them, easily. this performance is wonderful.
selltheframe 1 year ago
Theyre amazing live. It's how I fell in love with them.
girlwithsunshine 2 years ago
I've seen a lot of live performances of 'if work permits', and this is by far the best one out there. Not only the immense amount of emotion he put into this particular take, but he actually hits the high note (instead of a cold goodbye), proving he can actually do it live.
Amazing singer, amazing song.
samesongtwice 3 years ago 4
the emotion he puts into the songs just blows me away.... this is why the format is my favorite band
masterianRETURNS 3 years ago
Music just depends on what you like, it's personal opinion. I love Elliott* Smith and Dylan, Radiohead is another group who are extremely talented and don't seem to get as much stardom as pop bands, but I also like these guys. This is probably my favorite song. Good stuff. Influences are everywhere, and you can always reach out to someone somewhere.
doozer1200 4 years ago
fav
AnAbsenceOfColor 4 years ago
*______*
manaomah 4 years ago
this song is the best off dog problems.... i liked it when it was called wind that blows
herestoeveryone 5 years ago
this song changed my life. i've played it on itunes for...let's see...about 53 times in the past month.
theatariskid05 6 years ago
This song is on itunes?
fxlimit 6 years ago
no no no...let's just say i have a friend with some high connections and she hooked me up with the song.
theatariskid05 6 years ago
Your friend has no high connections.
It's out everywhere.
jfb3923 5 years ago 2
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it's an ok song with a catchy chorus but if this type of music changed your life then you might want to reevaluate your directions in life.
thirty6chambers 5 years ago
actually, you should learn to appreciate lyrics. I mean I'm not saying hes an amazing poet, but a lot of their songs have incredibly deep lyrics once you really break through their pop melodies. thats actually one of the things I love about the Format.
JuJuHound 4 years ago 3
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After 1 year I still stand by my comment. And I do appreciate lyrics. If you think their lyrics are deep then I can only conclude that you haven't heard much music. Go listen to Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, The Beatles, Yo La Tango, Elliot Smith, or hell, even Bright Eyes.
thirty6chambers 4 years ago
@thirty6chambers The Beatles have fucking terrible lyrics. Bob Dylan's lyrics aren't amazing either. They often tell a good story or whatever but they aren't outstanding. I know your comment was 3 years ago but it was pretty ridiculous
nobull89 1 year ago
the format = love. =)
kissy0560 6 years ago