being embarrassing onstage

Sometimes you embarrass yourself on stage and it really do be like that. Check out my album Bad Ideas as well as the music videos for Crush, Games, I Like (the idea of) You, and Bad Ideas! I'm @tessaviolet on twitter and instagram
also check out my new song #Games with lovelytheband!
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[@itmedana]

it’s so weird how the “no one cares about me” mentality can actually be so comforting

[@ploopybear]

not when you care about them caring about you

[@randomperson-de1rs]

Ploopybear *Ah* *HAH* *HAH* *I* *DO* *THAT*

[@TheManyThings]

Smile; no one cares how you feel.

[@MinaFem]

Leave out the "about me". It's just no one cares :)

[@bruce-le-smith]

I had a moment once where I realized that me thinking everyone was analyzing and thinking about me was just ego. most of the time no one is thinking about you for more than a brief moment, before they go back to thinking about themselves. plus we all know we're fudge ups, so when you fudge up most normal people will just move on, those who don't are either your very best closest friends who help you in love, or they're mean people that you may not need to spend time binding yourself to and interacting with. actually my experience is just what Tessa is saying as I type

[@gurvindersohal803]

For me Games right now as an emotion is "raw"

[@mickeyb8442]

I feel like games summed up is “frustration” just being frustrated at a situation u aren’t willing to leave but know is wrong

[@Frooba3]

Games is powerful and empowering to me. It is a moment of realization that what is going on is not okay, and deciding what you can do about it. Maybe you let it slide again? Maybe you shut that shit down. The build throughout the song really encourages the feeling of growth and like something is coming to a head.

[@moth6020]

Games is melancholy - there’s like a quiet anger to it in a way?

[@1901180108]

Yes! I was gonna go with "quietly angry." :)

[@clarekramer4]

Melancholy is what I thought at first too!

[@reeemery3064]

I would describe Games as tension, I read a comment saying “quiet anger” and that is such a great description!

[@davidsmets99]

Yes this

[@Lenny2Lux]

I saw that comment too, I'm definitely putting "quiet anger" into my big bag of adjectives.

[@auroranoble6015]

For Games I would say its apprehensive or suppressed. I love how it feels almost rambling, the lyrics seem to come out without leaving yourself room to think, sort of like what happens when you feel that someone you care about is taking advantage of you. It really accentuates the anxiety of the situation. It also feels like you're struggling against yourself, trying to keep calm while also trying to express strong feelings, but you can't do both at once and end up doing neither well. I love how effectively this song communicates that very familiar feeling.

[@OTristian]

"Practice makes perfect."

[@hohoho7118]

Enough said.

[@beanhope8739]

I would describe “Games” as heavy or strong. Someone that is fed up with the way things are but are too weighed down or low energy to get angry about it so it just festers and eats at them, idk that’s just what I get from the tone of it

[@Magstarcutie]

Words I would use to describe games: exciting, entertaining, makes you dance to it, very relatable, not only does it sound good it has a good story to it too

[@silentwhisp4r670]

Thanks for the genuine and real look into your world! Missed your vlog style videos. Your personality is awesome as always!

[@spookyhood]

games is pumping energy - like you're really upset or angry or irritated and with every chorus your yelling along and by the end it just feels GOOD and the feelings are out of you or somthing :)

[@howaboutno.01]

Games feels liberating to me, like finally coming to the realization that you're not being treated the way you deserve, and as painful as that realization can be it's the beginning of everything. It's when you begin to move forward, toward what you do deserve rather than just taking what you don't.

[@justmorgan4339]

Games is powerful and scarily relatable, you nod to the tune but the second the lyrics are circling in your head it holds so much more power, that beat drops on the final chorus and I’m instantly just transported while I dance in the kitchen (it’s fun to imagine your playing a guitar while dancing about)

[@PaulpaulHuffle]

Games is a build up, overcoming, a realization. It’s confident in questioning what’s really going on and it’s unapologetic. I love it for the brave face it puts on while still finding its way through it.

[@RillieyArt]

I love the whole album, thank you so much for embodying a whole period of my life with your amazinf lyrics! I would describe Games as "cathartic"

[@sophiastecina694]

This is so sweet and genuine ,,, I love

[@MattPalka]

You timed this right during my break of night choir practice. Good one! I agree on the practice to get comfortable being seen. I think the key is to use nervous energy well and be proud of being seen and human. Make the stage feel like a home and be enough prepared. You probably can’t ever be 100% ready. We gotta get to a point of not worrying too much what people think and ideally have a good time. Making a stage into a home is tough.

[@18mrcupcake]

I agree with someone who commented saying it was like quiet anger but also it’s Louie a bit of empowerment as well like coming to a realization you not going to let this person or anyone for that matter hurt you and you are just going to do what makes you happy! So I’m short it helped me feel empowered but also helped me realized the small little anger I have inside and how to deal with it. Also love you Tessa!!❤️❤️

[@ravenb2145]

i love this video it’s s reassuring thank u tessa

[@H.G.M.]

I just recently started doing stand-up comedy and hearing your anecdote was comforting and quite helpful. It's good to know that messing up when you first start is a normal thing and that failing is a part of the process too.

[@ashdelkins]

Thank you so much for sharing, Tessa! I’ve been thinking of this topic a lot lately, hearing your story helps a lot :)

[@CakeMusume]

I'm so grateful that you are uploading vlogs!! My word for Games is powerful. Congratz on the album release!

[@perfectly_unstable]

it's so amazing to see how far you have come Tessa. I'm going to definitely give the album a listen and return after I have done so.

[@AnnaEwing]

I feel this, we tend to not afford ourselves the same kindness we'd give others and yo that's just not fair - you're worth that grace.

[@mehulkarwa8059]

"I don't want a piece of that cause Ik there's no peace in that." The intro to Games could not be any better, the lyric's deep, music's soothing and the song is just addictive af

[@TheJoshSpeaks]

Every time I hear Games, I feel like there's a choir lifting your voice up to the sky for one incredibly exhilarating crescendo. I'd describe it as unrestrained jubilation.

[@biancaprimo4168]

I love your album! I cant stop listening to it!

[@elisesweeney1997]

Games feels like that sort of stress you experience when you are so anxious that you're past the peak and now it's just exhaustion and your mind thinking at the speed of light. Like when I have an essay due at midnight and I've been working on it all day and now I just don't even feel bothered to care anymore, but I Do Care Because I'm Still Stressed About It

[@ashleyniehaus9930]

Games is a song that starts out relatable and melancholic then through the lyrics and the rhythm transforms into feeling empowered.

[@stagnantfox3027]

"Games" for me personally starts like soul reaching, relatable to those who's hearts have been toyed with. But then the ref comes and it feels like you're standing up for yourself and calling them out for their terrible behaviour. Or in short: starts melancholic progresses into empowering.

[@naomil2288]

for me, games is chill on the surface but underneath that there's this really strong, powerful emotion that is somewhere between anger, sadness, and feeling lost

[@chloematz1200]

You're such an inspiration 💜 lots of love!

[@sparo_art]

I'm really happy to have more videos from you ^^ I've been following you for about ten years maybe and I am never bored! regarding "games" For me, it is makes me really sad, almost fill with a note of desperation and maybe resignation? and at the same time the end, the last words are kind of if the whole song is running frenetically and suddenly stopping. I really love this song :)

[@ItsJustLib]

It makes me so happy to see you being confident and self loving.

[@mjgautrau3167]

yeah, the more i perform, the more fun it is. It's a skill like any other and with practice, you get better. It becomes less of, "what is going to happen on stage ahh will i embarrass myself???" and more like "oh, fam, we got it." I've rolled with some mighty embarrassment because I learned to calm myself on stage. great video, Tessa. I love your talky vids.

[@BeeG758]

When I listen to Games I find it relatable, emotional, and oddly relaxing. It’s heartbreaking but helps me get through heartbreak. It’s honestly comforting in a way. It’s a nice way to let my emotions out.

[@josiebakker6160]

Wow seriously you are so inspiring ly❤️ also I rlly love games and think it’s energising and motivating because of its tempo and harmonies and layers and structure hehe❤️

[@cheb7321]

Games is one of my favorite song atm. It is a good blend of light music as well something not so lite making it a perfect song to jam over. It is pretty relatable for everyone since we all such experiences. All and all it's something I can listen to relax and ease myself.

[@danser172]

Games is a reckoning. Like get real, come to terms

[@robyneskimo]

For me games feels sharp and clear. It's the realization that you have been sleepwalking through a haze and the crisp powerful anger that comes with finally seeing things clearly.

[@teawithbree3105]

Aah, you inspire me so much💖 I can't wait to watch this

[@jada-lynnvbp739]

I just love her attitude it's so refreshing!

[@camtheartist]

games is theraputic, its a stressful song but like i feel it so deeply and not directly but i feel like i can connect to it

[@smileyrose131313]

When I first heard Games I initially felt and thought “ok broken heart, betrayal, and anger” and when I listened more what i related those words were the friendships I felt I had built but were full of lies and backhanded actions even though I was trying so hard to have a connection and I felt like I was going crazy being pushed and pulled by people I was trying to care for. I agree with a lot of the descriptions everyone has commented: quite anger, tension, and moody. I would add painful, hurt, and pressure.

[@BeeG758]

Congrats on a month since your album dropped! I have been listening to it so much it’s so relatable but it helps me get through the tough times :)

[@prettyshittypodcastsinc.3425]

So cool! Love you Tessa!

[@garethbeaton8414]

Looking good hun love the hera got your new album so happy

[@twigirl49]

Games is evoking, it brings up so many different memories good and bad

[@niamh1132]

Some adjectives I thought of for Games: Powerful, Cathartic, Soulful, Free, (this isnt an adjective but) emotionally heavy in a way that let's you connect with what you are feeling, and own your sadness, rather than letting it own you. Also the song has been very important to me in a lot of ways - thank you for writing music and doing you 💕

[@Kelsx13]

I think I would describe Games as frustrated resignation? It feels like the emotions involved are acceptance about the things that have happened but not being at peace with the fact they happened if that makes sense. There is no denial involved, it's just "You did this thing and you treated me shitty and I'm hurt by that."

[@angelallinblack]

Games are goodbye song for sure. It's giving a kind of closure vibe. Like - realization hits you that this was toxic for you both and there you are, explaining calmly but with sadness that it is as far as this relationship is gonna get.

[@vanessafrank8729]

Games has a melancholic tone, but also a measure of optimism and empowerment that brings me so much joy.

[@JNRartist]

Games to me is relateable and exudes confidence; being aware of a situation and being SICK and DONE with it

[@taylorblanchard7936]

aw i loved seeing you this time last year in raleigh, north carolina!!

[@rrealisticfantasy]

Games reminds me of feeling disappointed, but yet it feels comforting to not be alone in that

[@haileyhysong3406]

I think Games is sharp. When I listen to it, it's like cohesive yet independent statements. They all go well together and the little bit of time between lines is enough to make it feel pointed and edgy. Love it 😍

[@PkFreezie]

For me games feels relatable, we all have been played in one way or another. And sometimes you got to sing it out.

[@funghoulfrnk]

Me: Games is an absolute BOP!! Tessa: pls DONT use words like bop... Me: 😧

[@Feeluck]

words to describe 'games': music: refreshing, catchy, timeless, cool video: artsy, interessting, fun-to-watch vocals: pure, somewhat naive (in a cute/innocent way), stand-out (i like your singing voice alot, its unique and distinguishable - too bad they don't play your music in the radio here in germany... yet) lyrics: relateable, personal overall a very great track!

[@sofi-vv1fr]

this video was lovely. games is: calming (as in that listening to the song itself is somehow surprisingly soothing) also maybe: intense

[@haroldfisher7528]

Games feels like a cross between hopeless inevitable sorrow and the low boiling frustration you get when you have to put up with someones bullshit.

[@PinkPanther4006]

'Games' are one of the most cathartic things in my current situation. This song makes me both angry and at ease, which I cannot appreciate enough

[@Gettingbi]

Games - feels like a release of frustration. It feels like freeing yourself from something that was continuing on a repetitive cycle without progression.

[@chipotlelimeflavoredsadnes7584]

Im a starving artist and this video helped. I love you Tessa, you're the best. When listening to Games, the words i would chose to describe it is Calming yet somehow also Energetic. It's a great song to chill to at home, or in the car, but i can 100% see everyone lose it, both on and off stage, while playing it live.

[@OVGryffindor]

games is ... resigned anger. feels like you've reached the end of your tether but ...not quite.

[@gingerjoe666]

I'd describe Games as strong and fragile at the same time somehow. There is tension, but also relief in it. It really got me and I shed a tear without even knowing why.

[@heyjeremiahwhite.]

games is lovely hype music, thats relates so much to me.

[@sam270272]

I would describe games as hesitant or guarded. Maybe

[@SeussyMcSeussifruit]

Melodically Games is a nice balance of vibrant and smooth with crisp groovy production. Lyrically it's powerful and relatable. It's great for dancing around the house. Overall it's got a satisfying bite to it.

[@katarzynakozak8469]

"No one cares. Go out there, fail big, and move on" - useful not only on stage but in life in general. Thank you. :) As for the song Games, I would call it "addictive". And the part starting with "You lying" has such a nice melody and I like your voice in it the most. Oh, and the choir in the background - good choice. 😊

[@matthieua.4298]

The feeling I get from games is emotionally tired venting. The way lyrics flow, the music video mood overall. I feel anger and tiredness from the song overall, and love it for that. :)

[@1901180108]

"Games" is fed up/frustrated/quietly angry.

[@DariaHupov]

Games is Cathartic and Empowering. At least that's what it makes me feel. There is so much more I want to share about it, but this post would be too long. One of my favourite songs from your album! Thank you for creating it! ❤

[@samixx6569]

Games is inspiring and empowering and it makes me feel like i can do anything i set my mind to 💛

[@alyshahelmrich]

I would say games is an awakening with tension building throughout the song and an underlying feeling of empowerment.

[@klaudia8352]

Games is a moment when you are reading greek myth and someone becomes another victim of Zeus' love life and you feel not only sorry for the character but also a little relatable too. You can feel this anger and cruelty is too personal for you and reminds of an past lover or affair yet there is also teeny tiny bit of experience of love and kindess. (the good part is the beat where you feel like you are ready to love again but lyrics are full of helpless anger).

[@ainsleemoorehead6229]

I would say games is energizing! Like (and this goes for a lot of bad ideas) it’s definitely going to go on my summer playlist, and I can see myself driving with the windows down screaming along.

[@Deanobucko917]

I always come back to you and your videos, Tessa, even when you have mustard hair lol

[@LuckyLifeguard]

games - feelings of abandonment, loneliness, melancholy, desperation, some sass, betrayal one of me fav tunes thats really grown on me from the album!!

[@Arkalc]

For me, the word that comes to my mind for games would be relatable.

[@ladyravenhill6801]

Games: It's an empowering anthem about realizing that the pattern needs to be broken and standing up for what we deserve. For me personally, Games was an immediate play-on-repeat song. The verses pull you right in and then the building power of the chorus gets right in and I'm dancing with the beat, every time. I love your music, Tessa. I've been following you since the Mikakitty days. It's so inspiring to see you follow your dreams. Keep the hits coming, Tessa.

[@kinghim3]

Don't worry all my friends already know about you! We even went to a concert! Summing up Games in one word id say Regret. Your music really brings out what im feeling myself, iv played these Games once before and lost someone special because of it.

[@sam270272]

Love you tessa😍😍😍😍😍

[@allanwilliams4798]

I really hope I get to see your concert again!!!

[@JetBlackLi]

Games feels to me like “swelling” or “building,” or perhaps “spiraling”? How it starts out really sparse, including the first chorus, and then building up to and blowing up in the second chorus and staying there for an extended section caught me off-guard, and just felt like whatever you were feeling was becoming more and more overwhelming

[@eowynnb]

"fail big and move on" ty Tessa very cool 😌

[@Lizzilla73]

Games is my favorite song on the album. It's very raw. Emotionally exhausting (especially at the "you're lying..." part) because I feel that we can feel how exhausted you are with this person "playing games"

[@janabrkic426]

Games is calming and relaxing in a way, with how it sounds at least, but the lyrics remind me of a past relationship so it's kinda melancholic and cathartic to listen to. I love it to bits though

[@MissTrimmm]

Games to me is...powerful. I feel like there has to be a better word to convey how it makes me feel but I just keep coming back to that one. After being treated like a toy - a game - for so long and putting up with it, it gives me a feeling of cresting that breaking point between resignation/acceptance and "no more". To me, it says "No longer will I be treated like this, and I will not be quiet about it."

[@chetanraikwal5766]

When I listen to games it makes me forget about my worries and all. Also I can't stop vibing to the beat.

[@insert_name_here2209]

games is like frustration in its most low key-form. Creeping annoyance and a slick melody.

[@karakatsi100]

I love you, u r so beautiful and talented! thank you

[@zackwalker1789]

Games feels kinda bittersweet. There's sad stuff, but also getting over the sad stuff and standing up against the toxic person in your life

[@avivajotzke4778]

absolutely ICONIC

[@Molly_Bakes]

A good description for games I feel like is clean and curt. It's especially in the sections with less background chorus, but the feeling of the song is curt as well - creating a separation between Tessa and the other person involved.

[@alexsid1327]

Великая и могучая наша

[@Levisch]

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[@tobincarlino1921]

To me, Games is so real, it's something that I feel almost everyone experiences, it's raw, it's vulnerable, it's open, it's healing in a way, but also bitter, it's an extremely raw song I'd say.

[@georgiastar4688]

we love being on the texts list :)

[@NoKaLo]

Thanks for sharing your experience. 🙏🍀