this is painfully relevant as my father is still recovering from cancer but this song somehow got me through it. it sounds cliché but "where words fail, music speaks" is actually accurate... i love how music can change lives.
I fell in love with a girl once, but she never fell in love with me. We used to sing this song together. Now she is marrying another man. I don't really care, but something in me still hears this song that way.
This song has helped me get through so much this year. My Dad was just diagnosed with cancer. I've felt so lost lately, but this song gives me some sense of peace. Thanks to the Format <3
"If you fail, then you fail; but not to us." That line just hits me hard everytime. I can't imagine how it must feel to have a parent die on you. It's going to fucking hurt me so badly.
@blastywasty it's like tryin to breath with no air . you just want somebody to tell you they're only kidding. but it was the look in my father's eyes that told me it wasn't a lie. it was a wednesday (march23rd) and the cardio rehab center called us at 6 in the morning. damn what a way to start the day. it broke me apart... my mom was so sweet to everybody. i jus wish i would of went to go see her tuesday. im so glad i went monday . i love her and miss her sooo much
aww this song is so sad omg i feel like crying my sis and i love this band you know the band split up now their in a new band called fun well the lead singer is
when the chorus starts and when he says "you've done enough" at 2:09, the guitar in plays like this "dun-m dun-dun du-da" which sounds amazing but i don't know how to play that part. Could someone, PLEASE! help me learn that one part of the song!
If you are a fan of The Format, you may like my material. I play under the name My Morning Radio. You can search under mymorningradio1 if you're curious to find videos of my material. Listen to my song "A Love We Can't Live Without," which is in the vein as The Format's stuff. I had the privilege of opening for this band, it was amazing. Thanks!
@grubTuber I guess I'm not really sure, that is Nate's face. It's blank so maybe he had an open mind when writting the CD? or he just liked the look? Either way, LOVE the Format and Fun.
yeah fuck head !!!!!!what ARE you talking about!!!!!!??????????????the porch song IS probably the BEST song thats EVER been written!!!!!i live in the scottish highlands and am a songwritter and guitarist and i wish that MORE people wrote these kind of songs ................THE FORMAT ........i LOOOOOOOVE ALL YOURE SONGS..............keep it up dudes!!!!!!!!!!!!
why don't all you flaming ass holes just shut the fuck up and just appreciate the song. -.- If you want to fight about something go on that gay 4chan site.
@technodude9 nooooooo :( haa.....well this song truly reminds me of the way I acted and felt when my dad was sick, its nice to know others are on the same boat with dealing with sicknesses.
@Bongina99 check out Nate Ruess's new band, Fun. They have a very similar sound, and while not being exactly the same as the Format, I love them just as much. I saw them in concert with Jack's Mannequin this winter and they were phenomenal live! They're touring now with Relient K and Paramore I believe, so if you want to see them live, check out their tour dates. :)
This song is so perfect for me during this time in my life. I've struggled 3 years in college and now I'm moving out of state. I currently live in the utah desert and ready to move on. I've been scared if I go to medical school to follow my dreams and fail or flunk out my family would be disappointed and they all told me they're proud of how far I've already come and they'll just support whatever I do. This will be the first time I'll be going out on my own without anyone.
First i was smiling, next i was grinning, next i was staring, then i was frowning, then i started to cry. My friend-girl knocked on my front door, and she comforted me. :'( sniffle
You guys are really over thinking social groups. It really doesn't matter if someone is emo, or if someone is a prep. Like, honestly, no on gives a shit about your oppinions just because you posted them on this video. No one will probably care about what I say. And you know what? I don't care. It's not a big deal, you guys just need to calm down. Let people be people. Just live. That's what life is about.
im pretty sure emo means emotional.. but today it is mostly used to discribe sad songs :S i dunno. i dont classify music as anything but music. You get too busy trying to find what genre its in you forget it doesnt matter in the end. good song tho
You're right. Once all of you get out of high school - most of you - you'll see all these stupid ass cliques dissolve and then blend in. Now I'm an adult and hanging out with people I never would have hung out with in high school and vice versa. Nobody gives a fuck - that sh*t was never real. The sooner you all get your heads out of your asses the better.
@AreyouabletoBabel I am sure you get this all the time but I love you for this haha. Thankfully social labels like that die out a bit as people get older [i could not tell you what i am today, though i was probably 'grunge' as a teenager in the 90's], so it doesn't matter anyway lol. :)
Folk? lolz. No they don't. I'm not saying they're emo, but they are definetly not folk. Power-pop would be more accurate. Listen to something like She Doesn't Get It or Oceans.
emo used to decribe emotional punk, like pop punk bands like saves the day. fuck all you guys who hate. it's not that faggot scene with the kids that have black long hair all spiked in the back, and wear pants that belong to their little sister. I hate what the term emo has become. it's a shame.
Well, the fact is, it is just a tag, not an actual genre.
I think this band falls close, if not completely in with this "emo" tag.
To me, Emo is any form of simple music with an obscure set of lyrics that attempt to stir up emotion, and a foreground of music, despite what it is composed of, that attempts to amplify the aforementioned emotional obscurities.
All genres can be "emo." Metal, Punk, Pop, Trash, and Folk all the same.
Its about the style, and I feel this style is closely related.
Wrong! Emo is a style of rock music typically characterized by melodic musicianship and expressive, often confessional lyrics. 'Rock'... Emo originally is hardcore punk and 'indie rock'... Other examples of Emo music is Screamo... I'm sorry but this song doesn't fall into any of the above whatsoever. The term 'emo' has just been twisted over the years is all.
What an utterly useless thing to say. First of all, I am not 'quoting someone else', I am simply using the knowledge that has been published on a public website. With a site like Wikipedia, it doesn't matter who wrote it as long as it rings true. Basically, I am quoting Wikipedia. Not that I am ashamed of that fact... Quite the opposite actually. Anything else? :)
Yes Ryan, you don't have to beat around the metaphorical bush. After reading the lovely little comments left by @Blackhammer99, which were almost 1 month ago by the way, I decided to read into the actual meaning of 'Emo'. And I proved myself right. Using Wiki's info, I just proved and backed up my point of you. Something Blackhammer conveniently forgot to do. Need I say more...?
If so, I don't pity you lot at all. You've given everyone else a reason to associate what you said above with your label. If it's not what your saying it is, what is it? It's like saying 'oh I'm gothic but I wear clothes from Banana Republic and mainly listen to Miley-fucking-Cyrus.'
then why dont you do it blackhammer? or is it to hard to play an instrument? would you prefer a premade beat on a computer? and as far as the lyrics, if you dont get this song, then your probably better off listening to rap music, where its all the same.
haha blackhammer is a fag and j4kk3d is gay for him, if blackhammer is such an expert, go do something other than putting down a good song douche, get a life
As we all know the real value of art is just in making it. Who cares whether anyone gets any meaning or joy out of it. That's why abstract art is the penultimate art form. No one can possible fathom any meaning from it, so it mean more than anyone can imagine. That's why they sell for the big bucks.
Oh, Blackhammer99... You're so right that the value of music is based upon complication and technical mastery. That's why free jazz is so good. Please link us your music so that we may have the honor of anonymously rating your music based upon our own opinions and without adding any real input. I'm certain that your music is so valued and awe inspiring that its perfectly reasonable for you to comment on a signed, produced, and popular band with such condescension.
Geez I barely remember commenting here, but I can reestablish the point I am trying to make, if you like.
This band abuses minor tone, and writes things simple enough and obscure enough that the listener can translate it into what ever they want.
It is like an amorphous blob of emotion, that can fit the listeners mood at will.
When you write with more technicality and mastery the more solid the piece becomes, not allowing for this outside translation, in turn making the song more definitive.
But I do own this group a bit of an apology. I'm not sure where I was when I was arguing about a lack of complexity, but the various instruments are moderate enough to suffice, and the lyrics are decent, as is the singing. There is WAY worse out there, that is for sure.
But they still abuse this "emo" trend that is sweeping music, and I still believe bands like this can spring up, write ten songs, and make money just like that, simply because of the trend, not their talent.
I agree with you about that but I still like this song a lot.
I wouldn't really say it's emo music though, I think it's more indie-folk than emo.
This song is beautiful and it's not because it means anything to me. I think it's a great song because he's singing a story about his life and it means something to him, I hate it when people always try to apply songs to their own lives that other people wrote and are personal to the writer of the song.
Well, I hate to say it but, if the song is personal to the artist, and not the audience, he wont have much success.
Music like this thrives on the fact that each individual can translate it into their own meanings.
That is why "emo" is popular, because it gives people something to reflect upon.
The "emo" genre is becoming broad, but I think it encompasses the sub-genre "indie-folk" if only because of its obscurities, minor tone, and simple music.
Yeah, in this version of the song the singing isn't amazing but there's another version called "acoustic" although it pretty much is already acoustic where he sings an octave higher during parts of it.
I suppose it's "emo" but being short for emotional, I think the genre like this is ok but like kids who think they're "emo" I think are gay.
its not emo- its pretty, and sometimes its alright to hear a song you cant relate to. its like listening to a story. so shut up and listen or turn it off.
I actually find that personal songs are the ones I connect to most. It gives you insight into the writer's thoughts, their emotions and their personalities. I think it's one of the most beautiful, vulnerable ways to connect with people, and - for me at the very least - music is about connecting with people almost as much as it's about coping with your problems in a healthy, comfortable, open way. That's just me though
can you all just calm the fuck down and appreciate a piece of music? if you don't like it, don't listen to it. its your own preference. but don't judge others for their preference, and they woh't judge you for yours. grow up, all of you.
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If youde like, I can send so some of the latest things I have written. Ide challenge you to read them and let me know what they mean. If you can figure it out then you deserve better then whatever this is offering. Just get me an email address and we can debate things more through that forum.
if you write a song and its too metaphorically fucked up.. than only you can truely appreciate it, This song may be simple yes, but still very well done and have a meaning that the listeners can understand, still takes alot of skill to write this song, p.s. They sell albums, you dont sound like you have even written and played a song.. Congrats tard
I don't sound like anything... you are only reading my words, not hearing them, but at least have the decency to respect the fact that I make a valid point. And I still question the fact if they "sell albums" because of their composition or because of a trend in music. But go ahead and link me an upload to your music hot-shot, then I will email you what I have written and recorded in the last three days. Hope to hear from you soon!
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Man hold on lemme upload me singing something in a minor key accompanied by some strumming. Nice try I guess? I mean ya gotta start somewhere, can't expect to be good musicians right off the bat! I bet if these guys keep practicing they will be able to write something pretty complicated in a few years!
complexity is not the key to beauty. only a fool would think otherwise. this is how music is meant to be written.. instruments and a human vocal chord.
That is the kind off attitude that is ruining this era of music. I mean at least they are actually playing instruments, but even rap has a large number of things going on in one song. But I can only LOL at your remark... If you think that then explain to me what Beethoven and Mozart were doing? And what of the Jazz genre? Blues is the a decent example of what your speaking of, but the music is played with such heart and soul that it makes up for it... This is just too simple to be examined.
you misinterpreted me.. i meant this genre of music.. classical is a whole other category.. i personally think i was born in the wrong time.. sinatra and nat king cole are more my taste.. dunno why i like this one so much
It does matter. You know these guys are capable of much more, so why shouldn't they be encouraged to do so?
It is unfair of them as musicians NOT to give it their all. This is their JOB, not a hobby for them, and any other job in the world demands maximum output.
I just feel it is foolish of the fan to disagree with this. This music is wonderful to hear, and is pretty solid, but I am commenting more on the genre then the band.
This song is sad and i can relate to it a lot so every time i hear it i have mixed emotions. Its one of those songs where you love it but you know it will make you sad if you listen to it
this song has been my creative inspiration since I was 12
lightscomingout 1 day ago
Hahah 6'1 250?.. Built like a beach ball.
Fecessalad23 5 days ago
i miss the format.
meganckilduff 1 week ago
this is painfully relevant as my father is still recovering from cancer but this song somehow got me through it. it sounds cliché but "where words fail, music speaks" is actually accurate... i love how music can change lives.
iROCKyouuu 1 week ago 2
22 people dislike this. I respect that.
mynameisnotapun 2 weeks ago
i absolutely love this song! like if you agree people. kinda sad though
THEOFFICIALSHREW 1 month ago
21 people though the " dislike" button was " dis i like "
KatyAnahi 1 month ago
His voice is jut so magical, so soft, so cute... It makes me fly. I just as said wakeupwereonyourside escaped reality :)
KatyAnahi 1 month ago
I fell in love with a girl once, but she never fell in love with me. We used to sing this song together. Now she is marrying another man. I don't really care, but something in me still hears this song that way.
dbway88 1 month ago 4
i love this song so much . love the tune of the chorus. so great .
macwoman12 1 month ago
@macwoman12 completely agree. it is really, really...art :)
twstauffer 1 month ago
This song has helped me get through so much this year. My Dad was just diagnosed with cancer. I've felt so lost lately, but this song gives me some sense of peace. Thanks to the Format <3
danielle91890 1 month ago 6
for 5 minutes and 13 seconds i escaped reality.
wakeupwereonyourside 2 months ago 6
Such a beautiful story. Makes you appreciate life even more.
AwesomeBlueDrumGurl 3 months ago
I'm 6'1 250 lbs and this song makes me cry like a baby. I've never related to a song so much.
shaneistheog 3 months ago
i've been listning to this since i was 4 awwww i miss the format FUN is okay i guess
lilamaemae 4 months ago
BRING THE FORMAT BACK!!!!!!
ajanatorfly 5 months ago
"If you fail, then you fail; but not to us." That line just hits me hard everytime. I can't imagine how it must feel to have a parent die on you. It's going to fucking hurt me so badly.
blastywasty 5 months ago 4
@blastywasty it's like tryin to breath with no air . you just want somebody to tell you they're only kidding. but it was the look in my father's eyes that told me it wasn't a lie. it was a wednesday (march23rd) and the cardio rehab center called us at 6 in the morning. damn what a way to start the day. it broke me apart... my mom was so sweet to everybody. i jus wish i would of went to go see her tuesday. im so glad i went monday . i love her and miss her sooo much
washable85 5 months ago 2
aww this song is so sad omg i feel like crying my sis and i love this band you know the band split up now their in a new band called fun well the lead singer is
teabeast 5 months ago
i cry every single time i listen to this song.
i cant listen to it in front of other people..
GotMyHeadphonesIn 5 months ago
@GotMyHeadphonesIn
jajaja thats funny...sorry ^^
MrZachas 2 months ago
@MrZachas ha, it's okay.
GotMyHeadphonesIn 2 months ago
I love this song...it's absolutely amazing...
hottdrummer24 6 months ago
makes my life <3
victoria199518 7 months ago
I relate to this song completely.
smallport4ag 8 months ago 4
this song is so sad :'(
vampire12321 9 months ago
this is so inspirational
xQUEERKIDx 9 months ago 2
18 people aren't allowed on my porch >:(
ClockwiseRobin 9 months ago 9
This song really speaks to me, i've never been through any real hardship in my life but if i had i know for a fact this song would help<3
ClockwiseRobin 9 months ago
when the chorus starts and when he says "you've done enough" at 2:09, the guitar in plays like this "dun-m dun-dun du-da" which sounds amazing but i don't know how to play that part. Could someone, PLEASE! help me learn that one part of the song!
grubTuber 9 months ago 3
this song breaks my heart... what a beautiful combination of melody and lyrics
TheStylishguitar 10 months ago 2
This song reminds me of car rides with my g/f.
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xxdbroxx1212 10 months ago
If you are a fan of The Format, you may like my material. I play under the name My Morning Radio. You can search under mymorningradio1 if you're curious to find videos of my material. Listen to my song "A Love We Can't Live Without," which is in the vein as The Format's stuff. I had the privilege of opening for this band, it was amazing. Thanks!
mymorningradio1 10 months ago
this song is beautiful .. disliking it is just dumb ..
jx1st 11 months ago
the format was my favorite band in middle school and this song always takes me back to that time :) the sincerity of these lyrics never gets old.
goodintheory 11 months ago
i don't understand the picture for this video, could someone explain the sig.
grubTuber 11 months ago
@grubTuber It's the album art for the CD it is on. aka "Interventions and lullabies"
candaceadelle 11 months ago
@candaceadelle
oh i see, cool. but what does it signify?
grubTuber 10 months ago
@grubTuber I guess I'm not really sure, that is Nate's face. It's blank so maybe he had an open mind when writting the CD? or he just liked the look? Either way, LOVE the Format and Fun.
candaceadelle 9 months ago
This song has so much emotion and passion in it. It gets me every time.
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ThdajEdajkk 1 year ago
Love this.
Alexisash55 1 year ago
@AreyouabletoBabel this is everything i've been trying to say all along, thank you
thismilkyway 1 year ago
(T.T) beautiful
LadyCappuccin0 1 year ago
This song just slays me emotionally.
NoImNotDown 1 year ago 7
the ending. it's the ending that does it for me.
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This may just be my favorite song of all time.
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RokseMoni 1 year ago
<3 I've had this cd for six years and played it the other day. this song is so perfect, and emotionally beautiful.
roxannelovesthestars 1 year ago
this song is amazing
kyle1weston2crowe 1 year ago
there is a difference...between desert and sun
Xxaprilb223xX 1 year ago
this song is da sheeeeeeeeeet
FBIdoesntknowmyname 1 year ago
this makes me cry every time.
fallball13 1 year ago
yeah fuck head !!!!!!what ARE you talking about!!!!!!??????????????the porch song IS probably the BEST song thats EVER been written!!!!!i live in the scottish highlands and am a songwritter and guitarist and i wish that MORE people wrote these kind of songs ................THE FORMAT ........i LOOOOOOOVE ALL YOURE SONGS..............keep it up dudes!!!!!!!!!!!!
marasalova 1 year ago
@marasalova its a shame they broke up :(
Kekklekwoffers 1 year ago
@Kekklekwoffers I know but I'm pretty sure that you know that they are back together.... Well minus like one guy... Their new band is call FUN
lancer9437 1 year ago
why don't all you flaming ass holes just shut the fuck up and just appreciate the song. -.- If you want to fight about something go on that gay 4chan site.
jrwolfyboy 1 year ago
this song > world.
thisisjustaflashback 1 year ago 73
This song is so genius. He just knows how to word it perfectly.
rittapang 1 year ago 38
Love love love love love love love it :D
Smileasaur8 1 year ago
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A touching song. It reminds me of myself too much. Thankyou!
Cleaobrien 1 year ago
A touching song. It reminds me of myself too much. Thankyou!
Cleaobrien 1 year ago
@Cleaobrien Heh heh, I read that as touching yourself too much.
technodude9 1 year ago 6
@technodude9 nooooooo :( haa.....well this song truly reminds me of the way I acted and felt when my dad was sick, its nice to know others are on the same boat with dealing with sicknesses.
Cleaobrien 1 year ago
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@Cleaobrien Heh heh, I misread that as touching myself too much.
technodude9 1 year ago
sweet, too bad these fags decidesd to break up. I'd kill to see them in concert
Bongina99 1 year ago
@Bongina99 check out Nate Ruess's new band, Fun. They have a very similar sound, and while not being exactly the same as the Format, I love them just as much. I saw them in concert with Jack's Mannequin this winter and they were phenomenal live! They're touring now with Relient K and Paramore I believe, so if you want to see them live, check out their tour dates. :)
mymusicisyou 1 year ago
my dad was sick when i first heard this made me cry such an amazing song i felt the way explained in the video. :(
LiberatedPenny 1 year ago
This song is so perfect for me during this time in my life. I've struggled 3 years in college and now I'm moving out of state. I currently live in the utah desert and ready to move on. I've been scared if I go to medical school to follow my dreams and fail or flunk out my family would be disappointed and they all told me they're proud of how far I've already come and they'll just support whatever I do. This will be the first time I'll be going out on my own without anyone.
OliveYoux1000 1 year ago
this song gave me chills
mackenna14 1 year ago
love this song!
partykid708 1 year ago
I simply can't stop loving this song.
i know why something corporate took them on tour (live @ the fillmore EP)
<3
liddymaus 1 year ago
I love this song! So Touching! I remember listening to this all the time. I can relate so much to the song..
annabanana9971 1 year ago
Very beautiful song.
iOLY32 1 year ago 6
this song reminds me sssssoooo muuuch of my baby</3 its sooooo amazing
ladygagalova 1 year ago
it's time to get out of the desert and into the sun. ...even if it's alone.
aotilt 1 year ago 5
@aotilt Ummm...Deserts happen to be very sunny?
DooblyDooShiznits 1 year ago
so amazing
yellowstars1991 1 year ago
the good thing about living in az. this song is everything. thank you.
christine85257 1 year ago 4
@pinguickman
Thats adorable, I know exactly what you mean this song is full of emotion, I cried too :]
8341621 1 year ago 3
I really love this song... It's so beautiful.
I wish I could write songs with such good insight, and mature understanding like this.
LAVASHARKsband 1 year ago 10
Frigin EH!!!!
Conatser1 1 year ago 3
Soda pop?
aaronthemonster 1 year ago 3
one of the best pop bands truly talent
eryd14 2 years ago 2
I FREAKING LOVE THE FORMAT
breebayng 2 years ago 11
If you failed, well then you failed, but not to us..
mprado2889 2 years ago 11
First i was smiling, next i was grinning, next i was staring, then i was frowning, then i started to cry. My friend-girl knocked on my front door, and she comforted me. :'( sniffle
pinguickman 2 years ago 7
First read this in an indie poetry book, and I am FUCKING PUMPED its been made into a real song. <3
octopii1 2 years ago 3
@octopii1 This indie poetry book sounds good! =) What is it?
MaKeMeUpg00rU 1 year ago
@MaKeMeUpg00rU It's called "Revolution on Canvas, Volume One - Poetry from the Indie Music Scene".
It's quite amazing, by far one of my favorite reads. (:
octopii1 1 year ago
Not emo... this is beautiful!!!! :D
SkankingJesus 2 years ago 7
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one of my fav. songs ever :)
dianacalloway 2 years ago
Such a beautiful song.
I'm addicted.
ZOMGMARA 2 years ago 4
anyone actually know what this song means? bc i dont
astorto13 2 years ago
its the relationship between parents and child.
erinricecake 2 years ago
oh? thanks. idk i still dont get it! good song though
astorto13 2 years ago
@astorto13 ok.
erinricecake 2 years ago
Reminds me of faith in fast cars.. the guitar part
mrmontey911 2 years ago
thank you for making this video. its one of my favorites and it brings back alot of memories
nikkieann7 2 years ago
lets not fight over the song that means so much to me and pretty much means life to everyone else
live2surf925 2 years ago
GREAT SONG!
shotgunwedding199 2 years ago
i loveeeee this song!! the format has like no bad songs. their lyrics are amazzzing
lovelovelove251 2 years ago 6
You guys are really over thinking social groups. It really doesn't matter if someone is emo, or if someone is a prep. Like, honestly, no on gives a shit about your oppinions just because you posted them on this video. No one will probably care about what I say. And you know what? I don't care. It's not a big deal, you guys just need to calm down. Let people be people. Just live. That's what life is about.
AreyouabletoBabel 2 years ago 169
No we are not arguing about social groups...
My original point, which was made over 3 months ago, was that there are so many bands thriving off the "emo" trend in music.
It is completely elimination creativity in composition of songs, and allowing bands to produce an album in a months time, and still sell big.
And it will continue to happen as long as people continue to blindly follow the trend.
Blackhammer99 2 years ago
Carpe Diem
CynicalBlast 2 years ago 3
emo stands for emotive hardcore read what that is and than you'll(everyone arguing here) realize everything you've been talking about is bullshit
iloveplaydoh07 2 years ago
your point being........?
Turelx 2 years ago
im pretty sure emo means emotional.. but today it is mostly used to discribe sad songs :S i dunno. i dont classify music as anything but music. You get too busy trying to find what genre its in you forget it doesnt matter in the end. good song tho
seanakalego 2 years ago 4
way to use a dictionary. :)
backwardsballcapgirl 1 year ago 2
@AreyouabletoBabel
You're right. Once all of you get out of high school - most of you - you'll see all these stupid ass cliques dissolve and then blend in. Now I'm an adult and hanging out with people I never would have hung out with in high school and vice versa. Nobody gives a fuck - that sh*t was never real. The sooner you all get your heads out of your asses the better.
HeyJaw 1 year ago 9
@HeyJaw a-fucking-men brother
SmokeOutLoud 1 year ago
@AreyouabletoBabel i love you for that comment.
ohNOitsPEPPER 1 year ago
@AreyouabletoBabel I am sure you get this all the time but I love you for this haha. Thankfully social labels like that die out a bit as people get older [i could not tell you what i am today, though i was probably 'grunge' as a teenager in the 90's], so it doesn't matter anyway lol. :)
hchano 1 year ago
@AreyouabletoBabel You are my hero.
gateway1215 1 year ago 3
@AreyouabletoBabel you should be a preacher
autumnnx 1 year ago
@AreyouabletoBabel life is about living? wow, im moved. save your paragraph for your phd thesis paper or something.
lilylamchop 10 months ago 2
i love the format. i would listen to them allll the time when this album first came out
HoldOnTightxx 2 years ago 2
i cry almost every time i hear this song
words cannot describe how amazing it is
lulucoconut 2 years ago 6
This is without a doubt one of the most beautiful songs out there. I'm trying to learn the guitar to it.
mitchellandrossell 2 years ago 80
@mitchellandrossell I'm doing the same. I love this song!
Jibrizzl13 1 year ago
are you people crazy? emo? the format plays Indie Folk music. idiots.
Sparrotte7 2 years ago 11
Folk? lolz. No they don't. I'm not saying they're emo, but they are definetly not folk. Power-pop would be more accurate. Listen to something like She Doesn't Get It or Oceans.
RenegadeMilkmen 2 years ago
folk doesn't mean like folk tale in music, the genres of music can surprise you sometimes.
cassayy11 2 years ago
i think i listen to this song like all day long nonstop and each time it sounded totally different
IluvChristofer 2 years ago 7
oh goshhh I forogt how much I utterly adore this song
SuicidalElmo 2 years ago 5
this is indie-folk
greenkitty66 2 years ago 6
emo used to decribe emotional punk, like pop punk bands like saves the day. fuck all you guys who hate. it's not that faggot scene with the kids that have black long hair all spiked in the back, and wear pants that belong to their little sister. I hate what the term emo has become. it's a shame.
AzShred 2 years ago 4
Well, the fact is, it is just a tag, not an actual genre.
I think this band falls close, if not completely in with this "emo" tag.
To me, Emo is any form of simple music with an obscure set of lyrics that attempt to stir up emotion, and a foreground of music, despite what it is composed of, that attempts to amplify the aforementioned emotional obscurities.
All genres can be "emo." Metal, Punk, Pop, Trash, and Folk all the same.
Its about the style, and I feel this style is closely related.
Blackhammer99 2 years ago 4
Wrong! Emo is a style of rock music typically characterized by melodic musicianship and expressive, often confessional lyrics. 'Rock'... Emo originally is hardcore punk and 'indie rock'... Other examples of Emo music is Screamo... I'm sorry but this song doesn't fall into any of the above whatsoever. The term 'emo' has just been twisted over the years is all.
Turelx 2 years ago
@Turelx If you're going to correct someone like a douche, don't quote someone else please.
RyanMurphy 2 years ago
What an utterly useless thing to say. First of all, I am not 'quoting someone else', I am simply using the knowledge that has been published on a public website. With a site like Wikipedia, it doesn't matter who wrote it as long as it rings true. Basically, I am quoting Wikipedia. Not that I am ashamed of that fact... Quite the opposite actually. Anything else? :)
Turelx 2 years ago
Yes Ryan, you don't have to beat around the metaphorical bush. After reading the lovely little comments left by @Blackhammer99, which were almost 1 month ago by the way, I decided to read into the actual meaning of 'Emo'. And I proved myself right. Using Wiki's info, I just proved and backed up my point of you. Something Blackhammer conveniently forgot to do. Need I say more...?
Turelx 2 years ago
Well, I'm guessing you call yourself an emo then?
If so, I don't pity you lot at all. You've given everyone else a reason to associate what you said above with your label. If it's not what your saying it is, what is it? It's like saying 'oh I'm gothic but I wear clothes from Banana Republic and mainly listen to Miley-fucking-Cyrus.'
Turelx 2 years ago
LOL
Blackhammer99 2 years ago
this actually relates to me more than any other song. so its not just the artist.
eekalokapuka27 2 years ago 4
then why dont you do it blackhammer? or is it to hard to play an instrument? would you prefer a premade beat on a computer? and as far as the lyrics, if you dont get this song, then your probably better off listening to rap music, where its all the same.
theserious 2 years ago
haha blackhammer is a fag and j4kk3d is gay for him, if blackhammer is such an expert, go do something other than putting down a good song douche, get a life
plopmypants 2 years ago
Obviously the trick to good music is to make it hard to connect with the listener. Complexity is key.
j4kk3d 2 years ago
I was on your porch last night,
The smoke, it sank into my skin.
winkwinkers799 2 years ago
As we all know the real value of art is just in making it. Who cares whether anyone gets any meaning or joy out of it. That's why abstract art is the penultimate art form. No one can possible fathom any meaning from it, so it mean more than anyone can imagine. That's why they sell for the big bucks.
j4kk3d 2 years ago
Oh, Blackhammer99... You're so right that the value of music is based upon complication and technical mastery. That's why free jazz is so good. Please link us your music so that we may have the honor of anonymously rating your music based upon our own opinions and without adding any real input. I'm certain that your music is so valued and awe inspiring that its perfectly reasonable for you to comment on a signed, produced, and popular band with such condescension.
j4kk3d 2 years ago 3
Geez I barely remember commenting here, but I can reestablish the point I am trying to make, if you like.
This band abuses minor tone, and writes things simple enough and obscure enough that the listener can translate it into what ever they want.
It is like an amorphous blob of emotion, that can fit the listeners mood at will.
When you write with more technicality and mastery the more solid the piece becomes, not allowing for this outside translation, in turn making the song more definitive.
Blackhammer99 2 years ago
i agree with you about the lyrics. But this is nice to play on guitar.
stever971 2 years ago
But I do own this group a bit of an apology. I'm not sure where I was when I was arguing about a lack of complexity, but the various instruments are moderate enough to suffice, and the lyrics are decent, as is the singing. There is WAY worse out there, that is for sure.
But they still abuse this "emo" trend that is sweeping music, and I still believe bands like this can spring up, write ten songs, and make money just like that, simply because of the trend, not their talent.
Blackhammer99 2 years ago
I agree with you about that but I still like this song a lot.
I wouldn't really say it's emo music though, I think it's more indie-folk than emo.
This song is beautiful and it's not because it means anything to me. I think it's a great song because he's singing a story about his life and it means something to him, I hate it when people always try to apply songs to their own lives that other people wrote and are personal to the writer of the song.
warriorzin 2 years ago
Well, I hate to say it but, if the song is personal to the artist, and not the audience, he wont have much success.
Music like this thrives on the fact that each individual can translate it into their own meanings.
That is why "emo" is popular, because it gives people something to reflect upon.
The "emo" genre is becoming broad, but I think it encompasses the sub-genre "indie-folk" if only because of its obscurities, minor tone, and simple music.
Blackhammer99 2 years ago
Yeah, in this version of the song the singing isn't amazing but there's another version called "acoustic" although it pretty much is already acoustic where he sings an octave higher during parts of it.
I suppose it's "emo" but being short for emotional, I think the genre like this is ok but like kids who think they're "emo" I think are gay.
warriorzin 2 years ago
I agree with you.
The reason the "emo" classification is so poor, is because of how immature and blind its fan base is.
I feel that is a function of the way the music is produced and marketed, but not necessarily of the skill or intelligence of the artist.
Obviously, they are good enough to make good music, but the market they play to is too dumb to realize the tricks within the minor-tone and such.
If you agree with me on the fans issue, check out the Bon Iver comments.
You'll enjoy that.
Blackhammer99 2 years ago
its not emo- its pretty, and sometimes its alright to hear a song you cant relate to. its like listening to a story. so shut up and listen or turn it off.
lalalullabies999 2 years ago 6
I actually find that personal songs are the ones I connect to most. It gives you insight into the writer's thoughts, their emotions and their personalities. I think it's one of the most beautiful, vulnerable ways to connect with people, and - for me at the very least - music is about connecting with people almost as much as it's about coping with your problems in a healthy, comfortable, open way. That's just me though
XD
ripplesandreflection 2 years ago 4
one of the greatest songs i have ever heard.
im kinda mad ive lived 3 years of my life without it
jmd4702 2 years ago
can you all just calm the fuck down and appreciate a piece of music? if you don't like it, don't listen to it. its your own preference. but don't judge others for their preference, and they woh't judge you for yours. grow up, all of you.
emmalieboo785 2 years ago 5
i cry everytime i hear this
the last three years have been so hard for me too
and hes never failed in my eyes :(
SmileyFace528 2 years ago 3
your a douchebag, lets see your lyrics mean more then this VVV
heyydre24 2 years ago
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If youde like, I can send so some of the latest things I have written. Ide challenge you to read them and let me know what they mean. If you can figure it out then you deserve better then whatever this is offering. Just get me an email address and we can debate things more through that forum.
Blackhammer99 2 years ago
if you write a song and its too metaphorically fucked up.. than only you can truely appreciate it, This song may be simple yes, but still very well done and have a meaning that the listeners can understand, still takes alot of skill to write this song, p.s. They sell albums, you dont sound like you have even written and played a song.. Congrats tard
Someonex37 2 years ago
I don't sound like anything... you are only reading my words, not hearing them, but at least have the decency to respect the fact that I make a valid point. And I still question the fact if they "sell albums" because of their composition or because of a trend in music. But go ahead and link me an upload to your music hot-shot, then I will email you what I have written and recorded in the last three days. Hope to hear from you soon!
Blackhammer99 2 years ago
p.s. You don't sound like, You understand teh grammer two well. Congrats tard
Blackhammer99 2 years ago
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Man hold on lemme upload me singing something in a minor key accompanied by some strumming. Nice try I guess? I mean ya gotta start somewhere, can't expect to be good musicians right off the bat! I bet if these guys keep practicing they will be able to write something pretty complicated in a few years!
Blackhammer99 2 years ago
complexity is not the key to beauty. only a fool would think otherwise. this is how music is meant to be written.. instruments and a human vocal chord.
gnomeater 2 years ago
That is the kind off attitude that is ruining this era of music. I mean at least they are actually playing instruments, but even rap has a large number of things going on in one song. But I can only LOL at your remark... If you think that then explain to me what Beethoven and Mozart were doing? And what of the Jazz genre? Blues is the a decent example of what your speaking of, but the music is played with such heart and soul that it makes up for it... This is just too simple to be examined.
Blackhammer99 2 years ago
you misinterpreted me.. i meant this genre of music.. classical is a whole other category.. i personally think i was born in the wrong time.. sinatra and nat king cole are more my taste.. dunno why i like this one so much
gnomeater 2 years ago
Why does anything need to be examined? It sounds good, so why is there any need for it to be complex? It doesn't matter.
Praetorian308 2 years ago 2
It does matter. You know these guys are capable of much more, so why shouldn't they be encouraged to do so?
It is unfair of them as musicians NOT to give it their all. This is their JOB, not a hobby for them, and any other job in the world demands maximum output.
I just feel it is foolish of the fan to disagree with this. This music is wonderful to hear, and is pretty solid, but I am commenting more on the genre then the band.
Blackhammer99 2 years ago
I agree that reaching your maximum potential is important but I disagree with your comment about this being their job.
An artist has a job that's slightly different than normal. See people pay them to express themselves. So they can do whatever they want.
BatteryAcidVideos 2 years ago
Never saw it that way.
Very valid point.
I still feel there could be more, but you are right, it is the expression that their job entails.
This band is fine at doing that, but still...
other bands in the genre have problems with that too.
Blackhammer99 2 years ago
mmmm yeah i think i like this song a lot
BR00T4Lvideos 2 years ago
This song is sad and i can relate to it a lot so every time i hear it i have mixed emotions. Its one of those songs where you love it but you know it will make you sad if you listen to it
mikedstc 2 years ago
this song is me, thank you laura smith for dedacateing it to me.
I LOVE YOU
minsokidoku 2 years ago
Beautiful song, I love the way it's done by "the format".
LuBirdio 2 years ago
i luv this song its sooo sad tho :(
sprinklez1012 2 years ago
beautiful song.
i just love this,and i cry everytime when
i hear it! ;(
EvilxSoap 2 years ago
I sent it to my boyfriend , < 3
I love this song SO much !
666emoforever666 2 years ago