Arcade Fire - As It Was (Harry Styles cover) on Radio 2

[@koghito]

The crossover we didn't know we needed, but the one we deserve.

[@panamera2467]

I like the version by the other guy, what was his name? Robin

[@Pumpmaster77]

Right?! Totally unexpected, and a blast to hear.

[@mourning01]

I feel this

[@eevae]

We SO needed this

[@nikochargazia9072]

I know, right? 💯

[@svengijengi8804]

I can’t believe how much this sounds like an original Arcade Fire song

[@VictorBerquez]

Good song is a good song. Doesn't matter who sings it

[@truelovewontwait]

@@VictorBerquez thats not true. There are so many bad cover versions out there

[@VictorBerquez]

@@truelovewontwait agree, but Arcade Fire covered it because it is a good song. Generally, bands don’t cover bad songs

[@QueenColeBleu]

I woke up with this tune in my head today! I didn't even care for it that much at 1st 😄

[@demnsweat]

AF definitely made this song their own 🔥

[@MrTrosky6989]

This could be a great song of Arcade Fire. It fits so good in their style.

[@dannygrio]

you are spot on. I think they know this as well and thats why they are singing now. Could totally be an Arcade Fire song.

[@willholmes2]

I think they said it reminded them of a Strokes style song and they wanted to cover it. Definitely getting Strokes vibes from it.

[@anitapricecheck9554]

(Or Killers)

[@mungofinalfi4480]

@@willholmes2 Yup. It's got a common Julian Casablancas chord progression. It sounds quite a lot like a Albert Hammond Jr. type of song as well...Which often sounds a lot like The Strokes. ; D

[@plastic_cleopatra]

@@willholmes2 FYI The Strokes "covered" As It Was

[@591350]

This was cool. Really liked what they did with the strings near the end of the second verse. Loved seeing all the different instruments coming together. The bells, the xylophone! Very talented.

[@bubuds]

Do you know who played the Xylophone?

[@fearnothing3798]

When Arcade fire are covering your music you know your doing something right .

[@darwill7834]

Great comment 👌

[@jesuswences1593]

you're*

[@emilia.sunflower6921]

Two of my favourite artists coming together like this? I can't. Love it!!

[@felipepereiradesousa9879]

It would be weird and took me 3 years to enjoy it.

[@emiliosanchez5373]

Literally crying

[@sratus]

Bizarre to me how anyone could rank a great a band as Arcade Fire alongside a TV boyband product

[@emilia.sunflower6921]

@@sratus I'm not pretentious about music anymore. And clearly Arcade Fire is not either, so why should you be? 🙃

[@sratus]

@@emilia.sunflower6921 It's not pretentious to think something is shite.

[@fulstaak]

If I was Harry Styles I'd be beyond honored to have this amazing band play one of my songs. What a gift to all of us. Much love.

[@riotambopata2772]

Agreed. And in return he covered Wet Leg's Wet Dream. As a new band, imagine how they felt

[@SirPhilMcCrackinVonBeggington]

i serioulsy doubt that. he seems like a complete knob.

[@fulstaak]

@@SirPhilMcCrackinVonBeggington Dude, that's the lead singer of the band Arcade Fire. This is an amazing band. They won a Grammy for Album of the year with The Suburbs, Brit Awards foreign album of the year, got tons of nominations worldwide, their debut album Funeral is considered one of the best of the 2000s... No music noob here except you maybe not knowing about this band 😝 but it's never too late.

[@SirPhilMcCrackinVonBeggington]

I agree bro. I was responding to that other guy who brought up that horrendous band wet leg.@@fulstaak

[@fulstaak]

@@SirPhilMcCrackinVonBeggington ah, nevermind lol

[@Despair505]

The original is great, but this one is incredible. I love how Arcade Fire they made it sound. And you know, everything is better with strings, and a xylophone, why not.

[@AnaLuiza-nx2id]

This is the official version for me now (Although I love Harry's version). Also, imagine Harry covering 'The Suburbs'!

[@ashleym4084]

Omg yessssssss

[@nicolebarrasse7158]

Helllll yes! Maybe he'll do some arcade fire song in response! I'd love to see him do any of theirs!

[@flardy9289]

@paul5015You definitely can in this context

[@gregtai7750]

never thought i need this and boom arcade fire covering harry styles

[@ericfoster8411]

I’m floored by this. Been an arcade fire fan since like 2003. And I really do love Harry styles whole vibe a lot. So this is hitting a spot I didn’t know even existed

[@dkmu6]

This is fantastic! Arcade Fire is one of my favorite about 10 years. And I just opened to listen to Harry Styles last year. He's tatented.

[@ashleym4084]

Same and same!!!

[@ShoTgUn851112]

The drummer does a fantastic job on that track. Pretty good cover altogether.

[@itsamazeofmirrors]

Jeremy Gara is one of the most underrated drummers around. the power and precision he has is very special.

[@gibsterzz]

the collab i never knew i needed. wow I LOVE THIS

[@soph2828]

I love how every song arcade fire cover they make it sound like it’s their own song

[@marcei7580]

Holdin' me back Gravity's holdin' me back I want you to hold out the palm of your hand Why don't we leave it at that? Nothin' to say When everything gets in the way Seems you cannot be replaced And I'm the one who will stay, oh-oh-oh In this world, it's just us You know it's not the same as it was In this world, it's just us You know it's not the same as it was As it was, as it was You know it's not the same Answer the phone "Harry, you're no good alone Why are you sitting at home on the floor? What kind of pills are you on?" Ringin' the bell And nobody's coming to help Your daddy lives by himself He just wants to know that you're well, oh-oh-oh In this world, it's just us You know it's not the same as it was In this world, it's just us You know it's not the same as it was As it was, as it was You know it's not the same Go home, get ahead, light-speed internet I don't wanna talk about the way that it was Leave America, two kids follow her I don't wanna talk about who's doin' it first

[@antoninavirduzzo5492]

Testo stupendo

[@antoninavirduzzo5492]

Musica meravigliosa

[@CesarUlpiano]

I'm a guy who grew up listening to metal, over the years I opened up to other styles, I learned to value and love pop. Having said that, I must say that this cover has an impressive quality, it is harmonious, delicate, but powerful, it respects the essence of the original version, but gives it its own stamp. masterly. Congratulations friends of Arcade Fire.

[@BrendaDrumm]

Im 74 lol love arcade fire this song is better than harrys 😂

[@chrisclare2689]

unreal. the song is incredible so it is only fitting an incredible band covers it. Love from Canada!

[@mariafernandarodriguez408]

This cover is SO GOOD

[@snehithachoutpally3981]

I cannot stop listening to it

[@saras.5619]

Amazing!! Especially in love with Jeremy and Sarah's performance!!!

[@samaramurray5583]

the subtle lyric changes 😍

[@AlissaCytandorkyboxx]

Being under 25 and hearing this reminds me of the feeling of joy you see your parents experiencing in concert photos, like an unknown nostalgia of hearing something after you've grown older & had a family and then going to a reunion concert with your kids, enjoying and reliving those moments 💕✨

[@karlafernanda312]

No sabía que necesitaba este cover hasta que lo escuché, el mejor crossover, me encantaaa 💖

[@hujinom]

This is one of the best compliments an artist can make to another artist to cover one of your songs

[@janesweeney9475]

This is fabulous! I love Arcade Fire & Harry! Win win 🙌🏻

[@areliluna9476]

Te amo Arcade Fire 💙

[@helenakemp7609]

I LOVE ARCADE FIRE my heart needed this ❤️

[@jpmapachin]

This is the kind of songs that totally changes the way that you appreciate an artist.

[@myluresstuckinatree2111]

Love a cover version like this one. An artist or band not imitating the original but successfully making the song their own.

[@imsorryyouexperiencedthat]

NO WAYYY !!! I love Harry + Arcade Fire is my favourite band, wow this totally sounds like an original AF song. Very well performed!

[@mez_does9722]

Harry, pleeeeeeeaaaaase cover Arcade Fire. This is an awesome cover. My God!

[@ericfoster8411]

It’s just soooo fitting. I hope they find a way to do this together with Harry live at some point. My weirdo brain would melt

[@mirelleferraz2346]

When I heard this song for the firt time, I felt something familiar with the Arcade Fire's music - especially by the Suburbs album and "Ready to Start" chords. Watch this cover just made 100% sense to me and fits perfectly to the band as an old sweater. You're amazing, guys! Cant wait to see you all in Brazil (again) 🥰🇧🇷

[@caro_arh]

I agree!

[@nicemimomisu]

Same, I just got around to watch the Styles video today because I remembered Arcade Fire covered it. And within a few seconds of the original a easily figured what the cover is gonna sound like. cool :)

[@mysticalquilava]

It’s the come to Brazil thing but un ironically lol

[@fernzee]

FIRST AURORA NOW ARCADE FIRE? we are being so well fed, amazing artists all of them❤❤❤

[@guilhemherisson3254]

Having Arcade Fire cover your song is an honour but at the same time you need to be ok with the fact that it's their song now.

[@alain_de_frothcorn]

Will they spend 15 weeks at No 1 with it?

[@michaelgrant2132]

Good cover but the original cannot be bettered.

[@policedog4030]

Tempted to say the same thing about Paramour's cover of "Burning Down the House" recorded at Henson Studios

[@giusigurl7971]

i love this song so much and love that they covered it. so brilliant. and they brought their flavour to it just perfectly. : )))

[@jin6000]

God I love this band. Such joy and inspiration lives within their music, even when they are covering someone else.

[@commuterbranchline8132]

More than a dash of “The Cure” added to Harry’s milkshake me thinks….Very very well done indeed guys!

[@anitapricecheck9554]

Yes!

[@bertonghenn9472]

absolutely... best comment so far!

[@Oliver17234]

Me thinks

[@peneloperodriguez6071]

I thought the same ! ❤

[@tsp1899]

Subieron a otro nivel esta gran cancion 🖤🖤🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾

[@edogenescavalcanti785]

Literalmente um exemplo de como melhorar ainda mais algo que já era perfeito!!! Show demais

[@ghostie7790]

I LOVE they way the rolled through this like a race horse!! I love this.

[@rohaniecampbell5372]

arcade fire just bring such joy to everything they touch

[@evelyncantwell1602]

the crossover we always needed 😌🫶🫶💛🌘

[@ronnhersa01]

Amo Arcade Fire, gracias por esto!

[@lucixrock]

I'm a Harry's fan but I think you did a great job adding that rock touch we all need. Love It!

[@jdpelaez99]

LOS AMO!

[@chatarinana3260]

I can't stop moving my body, my head, my hand, and dancing🕺💃👯

[@sarahkimberley9375]

This has got to be the best cover i have ever heard 💥💥💥

[@LateMaybe]

It's one thing to like a song; it's another when your favorite band covers it, and your 'reading' of the tune gets confirmed.

[@allenmack3428]

Great song, and great to hear/ see it. Hadn’t ever heard the original, what a great pop song this is and Harry Styles original version is brilliant.

[@indraaquino8898]

meu deus como é bom VIVER

[@willylimond191]

Arcade Fire, los amo son tremenda banda de Rock, su sonido es increíble, y hacen transportar me a otra dimensión desconocida 😊🌷❤️

[@christipping7094]

The perfect cover of a perfect pop song 🎵 👌 respect is due .

[@noelalarcon]

Sencillamente buenisimo!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@somisomi62]

This sounds just like any Arcade Fire track. I never though it would fit them so good

[@ipodee78]

Simply fantastic!

[@daianagomeziwasita3375]

Gracias por esta versión.

[@edithfernandez1393]

Arcade Fire you'll are an out standing band,You'll r so talanted with your instruments n your beats r so accurate. I like the way the song was sung "As it was" by the artist his voice was awsome.

[@martinliveratore4135]

espectacular!!! Para vos Harry... Zarpado Cover. Aplausos a los Arcade Fire

[@andersa99]

They are simply great musicians. Great Arcade Fire sound.

[@jessicawright3179]

Win doing the little "ooh!" is my new favourite sound

[@veckacosta9601]

Toda la esencia indie de los 2000s

[@paulalara2681]

I really almost died of emotion with this cover now I don't know which one I like more

[@yvanobam3902]

Same 🙈

[@JB-wp3ho]

This song is a jam (for a pop song) - but next level when played with real instruments. Beautiful!

[@lawriestagg2912]

I had no idea about this. I love Harry and I love Arcade Fire and I think my head just exploded

[@depaluna]

Looooove this version!!!

[@issyjas3309]

An absolutely brilliant song, but you can hear what great musicians can do.

[@antoninavirduzzo5492]

Arcade vi amo!!! Harry too!!!

[@quesomquefaz]

One of the best 80s like contemporary band covering one of the best 80s like contemporary song. Blissful.

[@jolantajoachimiak1561]

This gives me 80's punk kinda vibe, especially the 2:02 part :)

[@arnoudknopper6444]

Best music in years by the band... bring the old vibe back

[@amyjeffs3269]

Works both ways.Both acts pretty much at the top of their game ,for the genre.

[@mrsusan248]

Wow 😊 One of my favourite things this year 🥳

[@mexmajim1]

Y fuí very happy...son fav y covereando al fav del Harry S...está rola es muy significativa para está etapa de mí vida...es un himno. ¡Chulada! Gracias gracias gracias, por el trance musical. 🙆🏻‍♀️✨🤩✨✌🏼🎶🌹🪶👌🏼🌻🌼🙏🏼

[@keithlego8057]

THEY KILL IT SO GLAD THIS IS OUT IN THE UNIVERSE ❤

[@DejanOfRadic]

It must be a strange emotion to experience one's own song leveled up by master craftsmanship

[@boticelli9957]

Wow ..Arcade Fire did an AMAZING version of Harry Styles 's song .. I will be honest ..do not know now which one is my favorite.. This one is more lively imo 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@oscarcortes3332]

Siempre los mejores, son lo máximo 🤘🏼

[@hermionedannunzio9422]

Great rendition!!!

[@ptomazsjr]

This interpretation was a masterpiece! A tribute to this song by Harry Styles.

[@andreadecristofaro2695]

Fantastici! 🔥❤✌🇮🇹

[@Zenit_Ds]

Sooooo perfect ✨🎶

[@mariannfogarasy2457]

this is simply brilliant!! 😍

[@giorgiolucchese]

Beautiful 🔥

[@giseld23]

Muy bueno!!!👍 suena increíble 💪

[@tedriding]

What can you say...my Dad ..god bless him...liked arcade fire...at age 78 he went and bought wake up...hope you like this one DADDIO...MATE...MISS YOU

[@jessicastar4736]

This is fabulous✌️✌️🎶 🎵 🎙 🎼 🥁 🎸🎸 🎸 🎤 🎤

[@janemmaenj7116]

They slaying!

[@alpschilling]

No mames, la canción original es muy buena y ustedes le dieron su toque único 😔💖

[@mynameisjongreen]

Whoda thunk, shortly before Arcade Fire won Album of the Year at the 2011 Grammy's for The Suburbs, a young Harry Styles was audiioning for Series 7 of X Factor in the UK. 12 years later and here's Arcade Fire covering Harry's song not long before he then took home the Grammy for Album of the Year himself for this very album.

[@nancikaesemeyer1270]

Impressive! I would be curious how this would've sounded if Régine sang the lead vocals.

[@lexiszymaszek8161]

It would have sounded better

[@cheveronactionstripe5005]

Shes a bit screechy at times

[@antiochiaadtaurum3786]

Not good, she’s their weakest link as a vocalist

[@Matthew-zv8qe]

@@antiochiaadtaurum3786 definitely in recent times. First 3 albums she sounded great vocally. In the backseat Sprawl 2 she sounds great

[@antiochiaadtaurum3786]

@@Matthew-zv8qe I think even in sprawl ii she's not a good vocalist

[@francesprendergast1721]

I got chills just imagining how good this would be when I saw the thumbnail! Knew this song would be perfect for Win's vocal style :)

[@miguelmiriel3169]

Best cover ever !!!!!!!

[@evelynastocondor4652]

¡Genios!

[@AnaSantos98]

The cover we didn't know we needed ❤

[@JesusRodriguez-nx5dp]

The cover we didn't know we need it

[@Bob4reel]

I love this sooooo much 🥰

[@roxeirysromero]

wow this sounds great

[@rickyoung5326]

It’s a very beautiful cover. Love the energy and passion.