American Football - Never Meant (Cover)

I recorded this sometime around late 2017 - early 2018. "Never Meant" is the first track found on American Football's self-titled debut released in 1999. Though the writing is minimalist in nature, it features delicately woven guitar lines and complex rhythmic ideas.
Vocals: Brant Garratt
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Lyrics:
Let's just forget
Everything said
Everything we did
Best friends and better halves
Goodbyes
And the autumn night when we realized
We were falling out of love
(There were some things that were said that weren't meant)
But we never did
Not to be
Overly dramatic
I just think it's best
'Cause you can't miss what you forget
So let's just pretend
Everything and
Anything between you and me
Was never meant
#mathrock #americanfootball #fender #jazzmaster #guitar

[@rossau1781]

💥💥💥Hi everyone, thank you for checking out my videos! Just wanted to say that my band Laniakea has released an EP titled, "You Bring Colours". It was a monstrous undertaking that took the course of a few years to complete and I would be eternally grateful for anyone who wishes to have a listen to what we have created! Our music can be found here: linktr.ee/laniakeatheband For fans of: Plini, Chon, Explosions in the Sky, Covet, Toe, Hammock, Post-Rock, Math-Rock and Prog in general.

[@FOLLOWURH34RT]

Absolutely amazing! I look forward to all the cool stuff you’ll put out in the future.

[@rossau1781]

@@FOLLOWURH34RT Thank you for the support!

[@SamShinnick]

So cool!! Really great stuff, excited for more music to come

[@rossau1781]

@@SamShinnick Thanks so much!

[@jxcxg]

Spoiler: they're actually playing in the house from the first LP

[@sonicobsessions947]

Actually the famous house are just college student houses in a countryside in america. Forgot the state

[@amicia6742]

@@sonicobsessions947 It's here in Illinois. Urbana, Illinois specifically near U of I

[@autumninterludemusic]

@@amicia6742 704 W. high street Urbana lolol

[@user-ux1vj9vx7s]

@@sonicobsessions947 Been there. Not missing anything

[@craaazycat]

definitely the best cover of this song in existence

[@rossau1781]

Thanks!

[@Bobby-li808s]

Listen to nothing, nowhere’s cover

[@automaticwriting4345]

vocals are so great. such control and really good range. not to undermine the guitar playing, really complex song. great job both of you though

[@yesiam4705]

your tone is unreal and the vocals are sooooo good

[@rossau1781]

Thanks a lot, man! That was the first time I've tried reamping with my amp connected to a loadbox into my computer. Im pretty happy with the result but looking back, I think I could have done a few things better in terms of tone though haha.

[@peepo6328]

Vocalist too good for Midwest Emo, 10/10

[@BonsaiRaygun21]

Nailed it, guitar was already on point but I was legitimately surprised when the vocals came in. Good job y'all

[@acidmuert]

GOD DAMNNNNN THE VOCALS AND THE GUITAR ARE IMMACULATE WTFFFFFF SUCH AMAZING MUSICIANS HERE CONGRATS GUYS EVEN THO IM HELLA LATE

[@mimi-xb1rr]

One of the best covers ive ever seen. This inspired me to start playing! I got my first guitar yesterday and I can already play some power chords. How do you make your guitar sound like that? Like with pedals?

[@rossau1781]

Thanks so much! A clean sounding amp is all you need and you can definitely play this without any effects. In my opinion, your sound sound is largely determined by how you play, not so much the gear. The best players in the world can make a $150 Squier sound amazing, so practice lots and you'll get results!

[@Vitor_Pud]

Do you still playing guitar?

[@dishamukhopadhyay382]

Oh this is 👌 The way the vocalist carries his voice sounds a little like the lead of Temper Trap somehow.

[@beaustevens7633]

really good cover, deserves more views

[@_swmc8_613]

I’m all seriousness man, this is incredible sounding and SO ACCURATE

[@a.nevillechamberlain7612]

Double threat on guitar, vocals was none the less on point, triple threat from the duo. Best version on the internet, all others are also best on the internet. Everyone who covers American Football has the passion to do it right, we know how much it takes to be a fan.

[@drdrai7479]

Amazing. Wish I had a fraction of this talent. Great vocals too.

[@rossau1781]

Hahaha, thanks man!

[@archer8000]

this is absolutely the best cover i've ever heard, of maybe any song! every single part was flawless!

[@ChrisMiddlemass-im4xl]

Flawless cover and great vocalist too, great job!

[@milk6466]

The guy in the background looks like Post Malone

[@-marlow6011]

True

[@hai30]

Pre malone

[@kingcobrajfsofficial]

Not at all.

[@DjVolumeUp200]

And the guy playing guitar looks like a young Austin Goh

[@coreyphillips6153]

Love the vocals on this version

[@Vertigo359]

this is awesome, the singer’s voice is amazing and guitar playing is very good, well done :)

[@christianswildadventures5190]

As a 4 legged beast runs at you in a dark room.

[@Orrnery]

this is very underrated

[@rossau1781]

Thanks, man!

[@josearaujo9698]

Amazing cover, congratulations! You both are really talented

[@rossau1781]

Thanks, homie!

[@balkanbrot]

wow! such clean and perfect guitar playing and the vocals are overwhelming! 10/10 guuys nice!

[@resilientum]

i enjoyed this entire cover all the way through. this is GREAT

[@US395Official]

I love that toe shirt! Such a creative idea haha, love all their stuff.

[@rossau1781]

Agreed. Shirt and their music are equally dope.

[@alexandraf11]

I love all of your music

[@GyauHayus]

yes - American Football cool band

[@balkanbrot]

very cool!

[@justintaub8881]

great cover, great job on the voice, a bit reinterpreted but very respectful to the original.

[@blonded4471]

the tone is insane. this cover is perfect

[@tonyxslam]

This really amazing, and it's close to the original which you guys do well. Good job. I love this

[@rossau1781]

\m/

[@blekpalkon]

@@rossau1781 m for midwest emo

[@Gasmask5978]

Beautiful

[@marcocostantini1100]

Both of u guys nailed it

[@MrConcussionTheory]

who on earth disliked this. y'all were wonderful, great rendition

[@rossau1781]

I'm sure they never meant to.

[@BobTheStickMan5]

@@rossau1781 😳 I see what you did there

[@bigodly6898]

Damn this is actually really good

[@Jason_Music]

Man his cover is perfect ... Very impressed !

[@LeonardLevom369]

Nossa isso não é desse planeta, essa música só não mais linda que sua voz 😭

[@skyygazer]

very nicely done my dudes and the voice of the singer is incredible.

[@rizkymarliansyah5668]

By far the best cover on KZbin, good job guys!

[@optimumadulescentia4702]

You guys hella talented

[@robertkeenan9706]

This is by far the best cover of this songs. The guitars are so on point! Fantastic job

[@rdebruyckere828]

Beautiful vocals and killer guitar playing. Props to both of you, this isn’t an easy song

[@andrewlnguyen]

this is really f'g good.

[@rossau1781]

Thanks for checking it out.

[@kayceblack749]

really like your T shirt, songs, books,sentimentality tomorrow, films? can't see what is it under tomorrow🤣🤣🤣

[@rossau1781]

Last 2 lines are; future & hear. It's a reference to the band Toe's music releases.

[@icegoggles4336]

Stumbled upon this in my recommended, certainly love American Football! This cover is definitely a treat. Awesome job dudes!!

[@JohnMainz]

Great

[@MrAli5519]

Very nice, and that jazzmaster is beautiful

[@kacperkinastowski5583]

Amazing job. Great vocal and playing.

[@ElDarren]

Nice cover Ross! Great guitar work. New sub!

[@rossau1781]

Glad you liked it, thanks for the sub!

[@joehartman5543]

Dead-on holy shit, guys! Great job, I’m super impressed.

[@jorgekinsella]

really great man !

[@rossau1781]

Thanks, dude! Any relation to Mike Kinsella?

[@andrewd1788]

Excellent vocals. Excellent guitar.

[@assaasaaase1]

Best never meant cover so far .... GGBOIS

[@MadPadBR]

Mas como pode 2 mundiais e uma libertadores?

[@techrenn]

OMGGGGGGGG EVERYHTING IS ON POINT MAN. I LOVE THE GUITAR PLAYING, SO SMOOTH. THE VOCALS ARE SO GOOD TOO

[@erikflaten9588]

Yes on the vocals. Good all around

[@aliatruman]

This was perfect! Amazing cover.

[@Andy2kk]

The vocals melted me, great job.

[@RacerXisRad]

This cover is incredible. You’re both so talented.

[@musicNstuff]

This is an incredible cover. Everything is spot on

[@papaweegi]

Fantastic cover, and a great voice!

[@jetguerrero1309]

this is absolutely amazing. you guys are so good!

[@nick7376]

Oh man he did the bends soo welll

[@ArningEchanoPH]

Love that subtle vibrato on the vocals!

[@spooksterspooks]

for sure the best cover on youtube thus far

[@brianmurphymusic]

Nailed it, love the vocals and guitar is spot on

[@Kaazikin]

Really well done!

[@rossau1781]

Thanks!

[@bdstrelkov1337]

Incredible work - both of you!

[@killerd55]

Think I'm gonna help this video hit 1 mil just off my replays today

[@rossau1781]

Thanks so much for the support, man!

[@ymslima]

Really good cover, guy!

[@rossau1781]

Thanks!

[@mackereltacos2850]

toe shirt? cool af

[@rossau1781]

Absolutely. Good catch!

[@fr33.]

Finally found a cover with vocals 🔥🔥

[@FirestormAudio]

Amaaaaaaaaaazing cover! Nice job you guys!

[@rossau1781]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed.

[@javierhatem8524]

what an amazing cover, great job!

[@arsec42]

Amazing job!

[@ray.jay.jam21]

Best cover. Ever.

[@michaelvieregge2257]

Fawk . Its amazing to see this classic reach other countries . Also ....can we get a Tribal Chair cover ? Im american, but I've loved Japan's own Tribal Chair for years !

[@Plavie22]

Absolutely amazing vocals

[@xMTLKx]

Wonderful !

[@waynez5437]

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[@dayofleo578]

Cleanest cover I’ve ever seen. Props

[@rossau1781]

Thanks so much, man.

[@jacobshaddock8773]

Amazing! What kind of guitar is that? I'm thinking jazzmaster but I'm not positive

[@rossau1781]

You're right, it's a 60's classic player Jazzmaster with a Mastery bridge installed.

[@trevorhilton1143]

@@rossau1781 i have the Mastery bridge on mine as well. Such a nice addition to the guitar

[@rossau1781]

@@trevorhilton1143 Absolutely essential piece.

[@D0lf032]

Great job

[@FOLLOWURH34RT]

This is an absolute masterpiece

[@tommcrae6993]

awesome

[@manuelcastro8912]

This is sick

[@iwvaksindustries]

apart from the vocals this is absolutely identical to the original

[@LuisLopez-om8zr]

This is fantastic

[@medalsinthechute5379]

Great job. Did they use three guitarists live? Or have one of the parts on a looper?

[@rossau1781]

When I saw them, they had 2 guitarists + a guy on vibraphone playing the 3rd guitar part. Actually one of the sickest concerts.

[@medalsinthechute5379]

@@rossau1781 Whoa! Awesome.

[@jonathangauvain5864]

Nice cover guys! Love that song!

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Just perfect! Good job!!

[@Langerr]

This is awesome

[@Imaproshaman7]

This is beautiful.

[@raykohlhardt6212]

THIS IS AMAZING

[@rossau1781]

Thanks for checking out my channel!

[@DavidKa5h]

Great cover,

[@brandonschecker]

perfect cover guys!!

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Amazing cover. ❤️

[@GlobenTrote]

I've listened to this 20 times per week for the past few months. Absolutely beautiful.

[@rossau1781]

Haha, glad you like it. Thanks for the sub!

[@hwy1310]

Great job!

[@fonchoclo]

Woooow ❤

[@Cylindropuntia]

Excellent job!

[@-sQsa-]

i got the same jaguar bro. great cover.

[@inkusaido]

this is not a jaguar bro

[@-sQsa-]

@@inkusaido fuck you're right