Young the Giant - Cough Syrup (live acoustic on Big Ugly Yellow Couch)

[@Maulinhand]

Even though the man with the shaker percussion instrument is simply doing his job by just shaking an instrument. The intensity and passion on his face just makes you feel the love he has for his craft. I think his expressions set the tone for the setting and song perfectly.

[@riyamitha8963]

Evan E neville longbottom's doppleganger

[@crwilso6]

He probably shakes the perfect amount of salt and pepper every time he eats.

[@dblackperez]

he was in the original group before they got big.

[@fatimaraza4525]

@@dblackperez what's his name

[@ahmadamirsafwanbinazhar6864]

3:38 I love how they look to each other like "This is soo good man"

[@rudy4380]

The drummer is harmonizing like a boss

[@Walter-z3m]

you mean the baby rattle?

[@mandolinorchid]

This is much better than the highly polished original. This just sounds far more human and honest

[@bd9362]

you're right!

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[@MagdaRybak2009]

Let's take a moment to appreciate how amazing he sings live..

[@benjones7634]

such a beautiful voice

[@MorganPrinsloo]

Back here for some nostalgia

[@stresam272]

It's the only song I never get tired of. And this performance is incredible

[@AbhilashNoxBaruahnx1ee7]

"A dark world aches for a splash of the Sun"

[@amandapatino1352]

The way Sameer and François look at each other at 3:38 like saying "we sound so good". I just...I can't. I love it🥺❤️

[@kaylarodriguez8389]

His voice... amazingly beautiful

[@ASTRONOMlC]

they sound amazing (of course) but what hits me every time is the background vocals + harmony (from the drummer, francois, i think?) - it's just so beautiful blended into sameer's voice. they all show so much passion for their music in live sessions, it's inspiring.

[@lifeonmaaaars]

Life's too short to even care at all oh I'm losing my mind losing my mind losing control These fishes in the sea they're staring at me oh oh oh oh oh oh A wet world aches for a beat of a drum, oh If I could find a way to see this straight, I'd run away To some fortune that I, I should have found by now I'm waiting for this cough syrup to come down, come down Life's too short to even care at all oh I'm coming up now coming up now out of the blue oh These zombies in the park they're looking for my heart oh oh oh oh A dark world aches for a splash of the sun oh oh If I could find a way to see this straight, I'd run away To some fortune that I, I should have found by now And so I run to the things they said could restore me Restore life the way it should be I'm waiting for this cough syrup to come down Life's too short to even care at all oh I'm losing my mind losing my mind losing control If I could find a way to see this straight, I'd run away To some fortune that I, I should have found by now And so I run to the things they said could restore me Restore life the way it should be I'm waiting for this cough syrup to come down One more spoon of cough syrup now whoa One more spoon of cough syrup now whoa

[@Ganaton2]

The guy left medical school to focus on his musical talents. Damn!

[@aglover360]

and i’m so glad he did 🥺

[@Xelt4]

i love the smirks between 3:30 and 3:41. everyone loved that harmonising

[@smilelikumnit]

Literally the only band that I HAVE to listen to acoustic, rather than the album, because they're so much better live. I can't even.

[@rmhytg]

These Big Ugly Yellow Couch recordings are fantastic.

[@blinkatreyu]

Sameer is incredibly talented. The whole bands is full of talents but damn if that voice doesn't separate them then Idk what else. That voice is just too damn good, especially live. :)

[@mirkes1000]

Doesn't matter who you are or how you got here, you can't deny that this song speaks to at least a bit of your soul.

[@MollyAndMadie]

Once again, this is my song of the year. Perfect for calming me. Perfect for cheering me up. perfect for singing. Perfect for drowning out the arguments around my home. Perfect to loose myself in. I will never be able to thank Young The Giant enough for creating my safe place.

[@bcage44]

They absolutely killed it...great harmony in his voice..

[@brentcoffey3837]

still a solid piece even now. amazing

[@777sunnyday]

Amazing version of Cough Syrup. Love Sameer's performance even just sitting on the couch.

[@carolinevdw5878]

This is the most beautiful thing I've seen in a while. Thank you so much.

[@butella]

holy mother of all mankind, if beauty had a voice- it'd be his. he shows so much passion, IT'S MADNESS!

[@denisebaticados001]

This is Jan 12, 2021 and I still love this song and all the wonderful talent these men have! 🌺

[@maynardsheep]

I love how they finish this amazing musical performance and they're all just looking at each other like "yep.....thats about how it goes". So awesome.

[@ohmygodtophat]

He has one of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard.

[@angeloc700]

Wow, tight band and a really great voice! Glad I stumbled upon this.

[@SunShine.222]

Oh man this version has such a hold on me, 2022 and I’m still here

[@gem4750]

His voice is so magical 😍😍😍

[@zotmatrix]

No one has ever cleared his throat more beautifully.

[@PerformingGuru]

omg 3:39 the look francois gave sameer :) cute!!

[@JessDStM]

So much talent, what took me so long to find this band. Thank the stars I did :)

[@violetbowie4567]

This video looks like it was filmed in someone's room. I wonder if bands would come play in my room if I was important and had money. Goals.

[@farscorn]

go get it!

[@Puppy_Puppington]

They would lol

[@beeayoutifullove]

Ok seriously, I have been watching this video over and over since it came out. How it still only have 270k views is beyond me, this is infinitely better than the radio version of the song. His unedited voice is much better.

[@TheFemalePhysicist]

Heard this on Glee around 6 years ago. Been coming back to it periodically ever since. Work of art♥️

[@dalx21]

I still can't believe that my sister saw them, for free, at an Ugly Sweater Party back in 2007. The venue was someone's living room. And now, look where they are, a famous band. Amazing.

[@TheLaneDown]

man, those harmonies are beasting it up.

[@jckeegan4901]

I love this version! Sounds so clean and heartful. ❤

[@theshazman]

Yes, a singer that can actually sing. I thought we ran out of em, glad young the giant can come and save the day.

[@joshua18vqz]

this is one of those times im in the car changing the radio station randomly and i come upon this!! hell yeah love when that happens great band now cant get enough :D

[@breewhite9667]

I am so in love with his voice its unbelievable !!!

[@lounatic93]

even better live :)

[@causelifeisfun]

my god. sameer is just amazing. his voice is so incredibly hot. there are no words to describe how much I actually love this song

[@silkstone]

This band makes me weep with joy. I wish they were British so I didn't have to wait to see them tour again.

[@alex29lala]

this is by FAR my favorite song of theirs!!! there's just something about it...

[@anitacosseddu]

I'm not american but I like a lot this song and this band...I'm italian and I'd like to came in America to see a concert of Young the Giant

[@gnidrahnire]

This song is perfect. And this version is even more perfect

[@born2dieravenclaw]

OMG his voice is amazing!!

[@g0rjess91]

I'm obsessed.

[@savgrcmor]

So the first ten times I heard this song I thought the lyrics were "life's too short to eat the carrot whole"...I feel stupid -.- lmao

[@WaheedaRahman]

It's a blessing for a guy to be that attractive and can actually sing -3

[@MsXxDreamxX]

I'm speechless. I love Young the Giant!

[@itsAmanduhhhh]

I cried the twice the first times i listened to it. inspiring, helped me get through a lot.

[@larawolfson6322]

I will always come back to this.

[@Fcbioo]

this version is what made them my favorite band

[@jenniferhartman308]

I can't believe how talented these guys are. Astoundingly good! I could play this all day. The sound is soul blowing.

[@oknupa]

tiktok reminded me of the chokehold this song had on me but listening to the album version i thought this isn’t quite it and i came to yt and THIS this is the replayed and replayed version. i am transported. what an absolute bop

[@phatgringo]

This song, in this version, is the iteration of many memories, thoughts, and disciplines intertwined into one amazing work. I am beyond words!

[@unicocamel]

Jfc!! My fav's are simply you guys, Jesse Cook and Adele!! Who needs anything more?!! Unique and brilliant...over and over!! ty!!!

[@leenaabufol675]

Where was this all my life it’s magic

[@beta-lactamase]

I love YTG so much. Can't wait for their new album, I've already played the hell out of their current album the the Jakes ones. Saw them in concert and it was one of the best nights of my life, their music is just so unique and catchy, I never get tired. One of the only bands that can have a completly new take on their songs when they are played acoustic, I love listening to everything they do. These guys are going to make it big. Some of the best music in the world is being played here.

[@moeabebedoit]

this is the first song and video ive seen of young the giant. i watched this about a year ago and it had right over 1000 views. YTG you boys are doing big things. This kind of raw talent deserves to be recognized.

[@dmblover16]

I don't think I've ever seen Eric smile. Regardless, this song is amazing. Sameer's voice is like a little piece of heaven. That shaker has such a clean sound. Good job, guys.

[@dwade4MJ]

this is gained them 50 million brownie points. live is always better than studio. reveals who they really are. respect.

[@fieldsaturnglow]

his voice... wauw.. everything is so beautifull about this song.. guitar .. everything! I am in love..

[@zeropivot0911]

I can never listen to their music and not feel moved. The lyrics, Sameer's voice, and the instruments together are peerless. They are the best band out there. Cough Syrup was the first I listened to of Young the Giant. :D

[@MegaPrettygirlrock16]

Young the Giant... THE BEST BAND EVER. I literally start my day by listening to this song and "My Body" everyday. You guys are GENIUS! :)

[@anassie]

out of all the versions i've heard, this is my favourite, it has so much feeling!

[@elenajoseph6630]

This version along with Darren Criss’ version on glee are my personal favorites

[@finiky01]

I don't think this will ever stop being one of my favorite songs!

[@LordSandwich97]

Absolutely love them; they're such talented and amazing musicians. He has an amazing, very soft and full voice with lots of colour...

[@ThePmvproductions]

Thanks Young the Giant for making a song I cant stop listening to and I cant do my homework because of...thanks. ;)

[@oceansidehigh]

Man, this song -- this band! -- just blows me away!!!!!!

[@18lanie]

How do you think they're not good singer?! They sound just like their albums?! They're amazing!!!!

[@sheilacooke1349]

Beautiful version 🥰 I love the acoustics. This group is on my list of must see

[@laurynthelovely]

Why I love you, BUYC, is artists always sound better doing acoustic with you than anywhere else. Thank you!

[@thetimeofmylife22]

This is such a beautiful song!

[@DanSlabaugh]

Love this guy's voice!

[@luna1234150]

I love them!!!!! Can't wait to go see them in July!

[@psugal93]

I love listening to this song when it is raining..So solemn but peaceful

[@zanyartist]

A local DJ here in Austin made a great analogy of the cough syrup reference: Life. She is Deb from Deb and Jason on 101X. Great station here, where I first heard this song.

[@daylightdaydreams]

the scruff, the black shirt, HIS VOICE. its all works. makes my knees weak!!

[@marxeblala9968]

liked the moment they all started smiling !!! and i'm in love !!!

[@RetroTiburon]

Damn. This guy has an awesome voice. With conviction!

[@xavicliment8603]

awesome performance!

[@13lillulu]

I really like the purple hue of the room. Very cool!

[@meeegashie]

Life is too short ...not to comment. Great stuff guys!!

[@76Krw]

Incredible. I love this song.

[@dreammakeup5791]

THAT WAS AMAZING!! I think this is my favorites also!

[@MissOwlMyGod]

i'm in love with this guys and i am in love with this song. amazing

[@zeropivot0911]

They sound amazing live. I think i enjoy it even more :)

[@bans5]

This band is gonna go far... Beautiful

[@TravelComic]

I love it.

[@serenap.935]

I am speechless... Just.... wow.

[@Philyfreeze]

loved the song when I heard it the first time, but the acoustic version is SPECTACULAR !

[@kyochoi95]

Nevrer worse than recoreded version.. actually more better. Really touching and love their serious attitude for music.. amazing

[@NorthernStar50]

Your voice sounds so good it's making me cry right now...such talent is rare. Bless YOU!

[@maiapup]

what a voice he has..and the whole band is easy on the eyes.. : )

[@moneymoua]

Can't stop listening to this live version....makes me think about my brother and now I regret what I said to my parents

[@mllevonundzuoh]

I am in love with his voice!!!!!

[@PJS143]

They're amazing live..just amazing.