Amanda Palmer "No Surprises" Music Video

"No Surprises"
From "Amanda Palmer Performs the Popular Hits of Radiohead on Her Magical Ukulele"
Available now at music.amandapalmer.net
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Performed by Amanda Palmer
Written by Radiohead (Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood, Ed O'Brien, Colin Greenwood, and Phil Selway)
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Read the blog about it at bit.ly/UkeBDayBlog
Director: Ron Eyal
strangerthingsfilm.com | @roneyal
Animation: Marcos Sánchez
marcossanchezd.com
Produced by: Robert Profusek, Ryan Heller, and Ryan Silbert
Cinematography: Eleanor Burke (@eleanorburke)
Production Assistant: Nikita Liamzine
A Toy Closet Films Production (toyclosetfilms.com) in association with Scissor Studios (scissorstudios.com)
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Recorded, Mixed, and Mastered by Mick Wordley at Mixmasters Studios in Adelaide, AU - mixmasters.com.au

[@cinnameon8348]

The animation was breathtaking. Literally.

[@andrejberginsky2444]

It's a animated version of original song video.

[@Maria-rp6lt]

All I can think about is drawing all the frames, must have been work for weeks

[@jasongrape4920]

It’s a technique called rotoscoping.

[@franktheninja2]

its been 5 years. and i remember where i was at that point in my life like it was yesterday. still trying to move forward. even when some part of my heart is in the past. thank you for always being there, amanda.

[@nancyboy770]

same thoughts here, man!

[@gms6299]

Feel you!

[@edwardcho3956]

A beautiful, strong voice coupled with raw, unfiltered emotion. What a beautiful and heartwarming treat.

[@jonascritics4367]

This is a cover. The real artist is radiohead

[@peachyseasons3489]

@@jonascritics4367 we know

[@crimsoncreations6256]

I watch this when I have anxiety. Thank Amanda Palmer.

[@elonerrigby9389]

CrimsonCreations me too xoxo

[@notnipneb2810]

I prefer the original Radiohead

[@pucknorris3473]

My four year old daughter cought me watching this she started singing with it and I melted

[@bluegumforest]

Great parenting!

[@CrokusTheDerg]

why would you let her listen to something about killing yourself....

[@pucknorris3473]

@@CrokusTheDerg because she doesn't understand the metaphor kids tend not to .

[@SunlightHugger]

For ukulele folks, that's a G, Em, C, D.

[@_jelyfish07_49]

Oh, shoot, that's pretty easy!

[@sea4896]

I literally cannot listen to this song without crying, Radiohead’s lyrics paired with Amanda’s voice breaks me down immediately.

[@Kennbuzz]

Amanda captures the human condition as as well or better then anyone.

[@hannahcurtis1680]

Diane Arbus

[@aneffortlesssmile]

Recently found Amanda through her TED Talk and so grateful that I did. Fell in love with her and her music. One of the few songs I've listened to so far and definitely gonna have this one on repeat for the next month or so. Video reminds me of a painting... don't know what it's called, but search up Mogwai - Take Me Somewhere Nice. 😃

[@Grimosaur]

I don't know if you know this but this isn't her song, it's a cover of the song No Surprises by Radiohead, but it's still a great cover anyway. Though the video is a bit more depressing than the original as the water doesn't even come back down!

[@aneffortlesssmile]

I honestly didn't know this was a Radiohead song until now, so thanks! I must admit I prefer Amanda's cover over the original. And I agree with you on that last bit, I feel a bit claustrophobic whenever I watch this.

[@marinunoli]

If you found her through her TED Talk, then I recommend you reading her book. It was inspired by the TED Talk and it's called "The Art of Asking" :D

[@aneffortlesssmile]

Mariana Nunes, thank you for your recommendation. I just might pick it up as I'm always looking for something new to read.

[@user-jn8cs1lt8m]

An Effortless Smile dont buy it shes racist

[@cadmiumveins]

thank you, amanda, for giving me the opportunity to experience songs by one of my favorite bands again in a completely different but equally lovely way.

[@akhilsharma9842]

The art of asking audiobook was one of the best non fiction books I'd ever listened. It was a great book. Everyone should read it.

[@NicholasGreen451]

Akhil Doji I second that

[@gilbertcarter3264]

Another true sign of a real musical artist when you can bring originality to another band or persons song!!!! And who in the hell does her videos??? Her videos are all artistically in synch with the song and the message / lyric and feeling of the tune. Amazing!!!!!

[@OBCDeeznutz]

I love the original (Radiohead version), a lot, but Amanda always makes a song her own. I love the artsy look and techniques of the video, and her soft voice is just wonderful. Thanks again Amanda!

[@GTvonRufflBum]

This inspired me so much. It's the reason I've begun writing again.

[@lauralove1119]

How are you this amazing?! I bet you are even a cooler mama! You have brought me been with me through so many crazy times. Thank you thank you thank you!

[@rancidfeces84]

I can't believe I'm saying this but I think I like this even more than the original. So perfect.

[@manorbier]

I can't believe you either

[@peachyseasons3489]

It's been 2 years and I still listen to this to this today thank you amanda Palmer you have helped me through so much

[@SkylerJames2010]

I have never heard a more original person than Amanda Palmer, she is by far my favorite female artist of all time. Her lyrics are so beautiful and meaningful. She's absolutely amazing!!!

[@nataliewallace6786]

I love her so much

[@LilAngelRebel]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@chemmanginobrioches]

amanda, thank you for being such a shining star. your voice still give me peace.

[@Nikkyeshiva83]

i can imagine this in an afterschool program commercial. there has to be a name for that kind of cliche advertising technique. love this video.

[@tinozampano]

Brilliant.

[@xBloodPigsx]

So amazing. She's wonderful.

[@AM-kx2mn]

I literally cannot cry when I hear this song ❣️ You have the amazing gift of creating emotion with your songs... Thank you ☺️

[@Lee-uz1tz]

What a treat. :) A great melding of 2 of my faves.

[@theturquoisedream9244]

Always fabulous!😍

[@OHMYGOSHitsSARA]

Radiohead's songs tend to fill me with a very bittersweet and beautiful melancholy, to which Amanda's voice is well-suited. Going to buy this album

[@duckyweb]

gorgeous

[@hjwebs92]

what a lovely song♥

[@libelleA]

beautiful

[@Harmonice47]

Beautiful!

[@subconvextheobezoar3782]

i love this song! I love her voice! so breathtaking! almost as good as the original!

[@peachyseasons3489]

It's been 6 years and I'm still listening to this song today thanks Amanda

[@Guerra43211]

love love it

[@MrBennjjo]

brilliant song from a brilliant album

[@pablofuenzalida7420]

love this

[@pepegarro]

Hermoso

[@October0November]

Amanda is a fucking genius.

[@Dr.HaroldShipman]

You mean Radiohead are fucking geniuses

[@October0November]

DoctorBruceBanner I loved this cover. Of course I love Radiohead too. So what?

[@anevilemu]

+Eric Cantona I'm pretty sure it says Amanda ;)

[@zemmanuel9699]

anevilemu I'm pretty sure radio head made it ;)

[@jacobm92]

yes she is such an original songwriter and she had a stroke of genius when she came up with this song sarcasm

[@GinPrincess3931]

What a wonderful video. Really brilliantly done. Beautiful version of this song too. I am impressed :)

[@kevingarry11]

I love amanda

[@krlygarza]

I love it!! great voice!

[@Kamisora]

This animation plus her amazing haunting voice. I'm spellbound and nearly in tears every time I watch this. Beautiful.

[@doomkatt13x]

Beautiful. Xx

[@pucknorris3473]

Just wow

[@maimohamed3590]

Beautiful 😌✨

[@jha77jha77]

I love her

[@TulipsToKiss]

YES

[@motiece9749]

i love this

[@petrusvladmir]

Just crying with you. Love you Amanda

[@LyraAmber]

pretty thank-fool 4 all Amanda´s work.

[@lovemeg5186]

This song is so beautiful but yet so heartbreaking. Her version her voice..She did such a gorgeous job.I am in a puddle of tears.

[@macaroll]

didn't know Amanda Palmer had a cover of this song! the animation and vocals are really amazing!

[@magentahaze]

Love it!! Happy birthday UkuleleHead!!

[@MammaApa]

This song (and version) gets me through the holidays.

[@Wizardbong]

Beautiful ♥

[@nodiggity9472]

Whenever I feel a bit down, this song always cheers me right up.

[@EmilySnicket14]

I've been waiting for this video forever! :D

[@TheKeystotheWorld]

I love this song.. and Amanda Palmer has been a favorite artist of mine for years. Keep up the amazing work ;)

[@JMBZ78]

Thanks to Thom Yorke's great song and genius Grant Gee's idea for original video we can now observe AFP's good taste in her cover songs choices. Bless them all.

[@LaurenMorley]

So beautiful. It's just art on top of art on top of art...lovely!

[@pantaloondescendo]

How can you tell if a song is great? If that song sends chills down your spine when you listen to it. This one definitely has the "spine chills" factor.

[@VierasMarius]

This honestly makes me cry... beautiful song.

[@yerkodsanghelo3785]

Que hermozo

[@SelkieSkye]

Well, I cried. Beautiful, as always Amanda.

[@maidy48]

Wonderful cover!

[@MoukdelaYaute]

great cover! one of my favorite=). thanks for your gift when you came at the perce oreille!

[@papafrank8720]

That was great, you got every little expression

[@NataliaFlores69]

youre amazing amanda! very thankful to hear your songs. kisses from spain!

[@rubychannelingmusic6001]

This is Art. You are so True I'm crying

[@Fantsmacle]

I love Radiohead and it is refreshing to hear this song sung differently so that it sounds new. Loved it.

[@ogzombiebreakfast]

stunning animation. enchanting.

[@guynouri]

sweet

[@zz3r007]

i have lost count on how many times i have refreshed and listened to this song.

[@FronzArp]

beautiful. And what an amazing animation

[@shadowbarrowman]

Oh god, this version most me wanna cry ;-; Amazing work through, truly brilliant :')

[@Shawn3002]

Hearts

[@fingersRfake]

Some day, some how Mrs. Palmer will be my friend.

[@BritishConcept]

That was very well done, both the song and video.

[@MrMuramaru]

It's wonderful, I just love it! And Amanda, of course!

[@propertyofranger]

Amanda lights up my life with her very existence. Thank you!!!!

[@baroa7931]

great job!!!!

[@fatimah2092]

what ?! i didn't know amanda cover this ! this is amazing !

[@thecomplications]

You are simply rhe best AP! Thx for sharing greetz n best wishes

[@PocketxWatch]

It took me ages but I got this video and the one without effects to play in sync and it's really lovely.

[@kels3226]

I love this oh my god.

[@NoveltyErasers]

Major kudos on this video. Seriously.

[@mach1235]

battered with wind and rain from Sandy I am reminded of this video. Good luck out there.

[@rolandfrye]

Wow...speechless. Always love Radiohead verse, but Amanda artistic expression is great. Love the ukulele and animation (reminds me of Waking Life). Thanks for sharing your feelings through the gift of music.

[@samanthamiller8548]

Why does this have less than a million views? Amanda, you are one of the most inspiring, powerful, and beautiful women I know. I come to this song in my most down moments and your voice always picks me back up so I can keep going. I am grateful when I found your music in high school to help through the hard times. Don't ever change.

[@gymrachel]

Beautiful version by Amanda 💕🎶

[@samandy1110]

I remember where i was the first time i saw this music video. I was at a summer camp and sitting at one of the computers in the library. I’ll never forget it.

[@heikelief]

Magical...

[@geekyxeek]

So, Ok! Computer helped me process my grandpa's death and this is one of my favorite songs from that album. This cover is absolutely amazing and I feel like I need a good cry now. I love it.

[@Brunick34]

This calms me down whenever I am in a bad mood.

[@Flanclanman]

I think my heart just broke listening to this.

[@OliviaLesueur]

awesome tribute!

[@celestialudenburg7275]

amen

[@subtilezas]

I just can't stop listening to this wonderful music. Amanda you are my ukelele girl. thank you******

[@wyrmdi607]

Still here still crying