Bon Iver - Beth/Rest (Rare Book Room Version)

I was listening to this wonderful version and decided to make a video for it. Random bits of videos I found on the internet. I know it's not perfect, i had to work with what i could find and i got tired at the end,lol. No infringement intended!

[@patricksampsonmusic]

Well, I’ve returned. Another year later, the 6th year in a row I’ve returned at first snowfall to write to all of you. A long week, a long year even, as I’m sure it has been for many of you, too. Here’s what I say, in spite of everything we go through in this life, the stress and anxieties we all face, either spoken or unspoken, we must remember we’ve all been there, and if you’re feeling alone or just needing a friendly reminder that someone is thinking of you, come back and read this. Regardless of any hardships, I’m praying for and thinking of you all, you beautiful strangers. As always God Bless and Good Winter to you all and whatever hurts now will pass. And that’s “not a promise, I’m just gunna call it.” Bon Iver, everybody. 💙❄️

[@tynieangel]

You're back 💗 so good to hear from you again, I look forward to your comments every year. So glad that you're in good spirits despite so much struggle. Have a good winter ❄️

[@patricksampsonmusic]

@@tynieangel and you my good friend, always great to hear from you! I am okay, just moving through the days the best I can. 😊 I love this video and this little comment community we’ve built here, can’t wait to hear from more of our return listeners! I hope you’re doing well in life and this past year has treated you kindly! 🙏

[@Atel.]

The first snowfall is settling itself in now, the coming of our own season of Hoth and Skyrim-like weather haha! Returning to this video always brings about a warmth. An indescribable feeling, that I reflect on heavily with this snow collecting outside. God Bless, Bon Iver everyone! 🙏❄️💚

[@MotherSmuckers]

I was sad to see this leave spotify. Good winter, my friend.

[@patricksampsonmusic]

@@MotherSmuckers and to you, my friend! Be safe and Good Winter!

[@patricksampsonmusic]

Good morning, everyone! I didn’t forget, never will! I promise. It was just a late snowfall, but here we are, snowing cold here in Northern New York, just south of Canada. What is this, year 8? Things are changing just like they always do and time keeps on moving. Things are good, though, for the most part and for that I’m grateful. I did the most traveling I ever have this year, and this coming June I get married. Sometimes I look back on older message now that I’m 24 and reflect on the 16-17 year old kid who first left a message in these comments. Sometimes, I miss being young like that, anybody else feel that way sometimes? For now, I would love to hear back from you soon as I leave you with yet another yearly note, wishing you all the best. Someday let’s all meet in a cafe while it’s snowing and get a coffee and talk like we’ve known each other for years, sound good? As always, Bon Iver everyone. Good winter and God Bless. Love ya ❄️💙

[@tynieangel]

Patrick! So glad to see you're still doing well and congratulations on your upcoming marriage 💗 I definitely take time to reflect on how much I've changed over the years, it's interesting to see how much more of an introvert I've become when I realize I value genuine friendships and relationships over superficial ones. Quality over quantity and all that. Good winter and God bless you too, friend 💕

[@patricksampsonmusic]

@@tynieangelso good to hear back from you!! I definitely get it, life is so strange in that way, in how much we all change and evolve over time. I’m hoping you’re doing well and are happy and healthy 💙🙏

[@jamesgott2150]

We’re still here. Great to hear from you again.

[@patricksampsonmusic]

@@jamesgott2150so great to hear you’re still around my friend, hope this winter treats you well 💙

[@danielamfo1883]

So happy to hare from you !! and congratulations on your up coming wedding. Wishing you nothing but the best and god bless you too. 🤍

[@patricksampsonmusic]

Hello There everyone, another yearly message. Man, 2020. What a year, huh? No matter what happens, know I’m happy to share the world with all of you, and God Bless you all. Another move, another step in life, some loss of course, but that is surely part of the journey. Be well everyone, until the first Sun of Spring rises once again, I wish you all a wonderful Autumn and Winter, stay warm, stay safe, with Love -Patrick ❤️

[@clancyman2852]

I have been checking this comments section once a week now on the morning of every monday. I'm glad to see you return, creating bonds over music once again. 2020 has been a very tough year, especially for some where it seems they have lost it all. as for myself, I have lost quite a lot since the beginning of 2020, but you can decide to get all caught up on it or play the cards you've been dealt. There's so much more to experience. I wish you the best for the next year, and I hope we all have a wonderful year filled with love and success come 2021.

[@patricksampsonmusic]

Clancyman how special this tradition has become!! I will not be forgetting anytime soon to check into this comment section with my yearly message. Great to hear from you! I wish you all the best as well my friend, and know you will triumph over your uncertainties and hardships! I’ve thought long and hard on what my mindset is after a year like this, and there’s only one way to view it: Onward. ❤️🙏

[@Atel.]

A wonderful time to return to this song, with all the change; good and bad, right and wrong!

[@madeleinecate]

your yearly messages bring me so much joy, from across the world x

[@tynie626]

I look forward to reading your messages every year Patrick. Hoping you and yours are well, and sending love, good spirits, great health and good fortune to everyone reading this message.

[@patricksampsonmusic]

Hello everyone, back again for my yearly message. Hope all is well with you all in your lives, and that it is treating you well. Snow is in the forecast this week and the chill in the air brought me back here, as it always does. Life is good, and If you still check in year to year, say hi. Much love to you all, and best wishes, God Bless, and of course, Bon Iver. -With love, Patrick :)

[@clancyman2852]

Your yearly messages are honestly touching. Only something like music could bring total strangers together who would most likely never have interacted with each other otherwise. 2020 has been a rough year, so I hope your year is going well! I shall check back in when you arrive later on in the year. Take care of yourself.

[@patricksampsonmusic]

Clancyman thanks for such a wonderful reply my friend, God Bless and I wish you all the best and well wishes the world can provide! Thank you again for a beautiful comment 😊❤️🤙

[@clancyman2852]

@@patricksampsonmusic You've made my evening complete! My best wishes go out to you as well

[@jtolibov]

Dude, waiting for another comment.

[@patricksampsonmusic]

John Tolibov come September at some point, I will return. Very soon my friend! 😊🤙

[@patricksampsonmusic]

2 years later, here I am. New house, so many new things, but here i am, watching the first snowfall while listening to this song. Bon Iver everyone, Good Winter. Be safe, and best wishes.

[@patricksampsonmusic]

I’m sure some of you have been wondering “where is he?”. I’m here, don’t worry, it’s just been a late snowfall this year, but I’m staring out the balcony door as I type, snow coming down. A big year for me recently. I got engaged, starting to finally get back to playing shows again, and getting to meet so many people and bring them some music. I won’t forget to post, don’t worry. I promised I’d be back every year, 5 years strong now. I truly hope you’re all well, would love to hear from you in a reply. God Bless you all, and please be safe, have a warm and fruitful Good Winter. Bon Iver, everyone. 💙❄️

[@tynieangel]

Patrick! So happy to see you're well, and happy to hear about your engagement (congrats)! It has definitely been a crazy few years but I am still in good health and good spirits 😊 I look forward to your posts every year, and this truly brightened my day today. I'm in New York and we haven't gotten our first snow yet, but I will think of this beautiful message when the snow begins to fall. 💙🌨️

[@patricksampsonmusic]

@@tynieangel wonderful to hear and thank you!! I live in New York as well, but not where you probably think lol! About 15 minutes from Canada I’m so far North! Be well friend, happy to hear from you! 😊

[@tynieangel]

@@patricksampsonmusic hahaha yes you're definitely way more North than I am 😅 Be well! 💖

[@blondiesaband]

can't believe you're still here hope you've had an excellent year

[@danielamfo1883]

Happy to see you doing good ❤️ and congrats on the blessings in your life .

[@patricksampsonmusic]

As September winds down, I return to this, as I know the winter is coming soon and this will keep me warm, until the first sun of spring rises. If anyone is reading this, I wish you a safe winter :)

[@JWesselingh]

What a great comment for a change. Thank you my friend, same to you.

[@johncornishlandrut]

Thank you for those beautiful words!

[@DimitriTeemuEskola]

Patrick Sampson spring is here!!

[@patricksampsonmusic]

DimitriTeemuEskola it sure is my friend! I will see you all next autumn, as we prepare for another snowfall! Until next time! :)

[@paulotapasa2822]

What a bon iver

[@vicpacheco1317]

that vocal range gives me chills

[@Danielomas92]

I come back to this every now & then and it still sounds amazing every time. Always hits a spot

[@kyleeconomy]

Remember listening to this winter 2013 in college up in North Dakota…lots of cold nights studying to this. Entering winter 2023 now with my son listening to this for the first time. 10+ years later and still a beautiful song

[@patricksampsonmusic]

Well, if everyone isn't sick of my comments yet lol, I've returned to this once again. Such a beautiful rendition of a beautiful song. For anyone reading, we are nearing September and I'm wishing you all a safe and happy Fall and Winter season. Much love to all :)

[@KUYAJRIP]

Hope you have a safe, warm, and happy fall/winter season as well! :)

[@patricksampsonmusic]

Jayson Quindao thank you friend, best wishes :)

[@mystic2780]

Patrick Sampson you too :)

[@CollinBartley]

Back for your yearly update yet?

[@patricksampsonmusic]

Collin Bartley just made it! Tradition now i suppose! Made me smile today, got up early and watched the first snowfall while listening, pretty amazing. Hope all is well with you my friend!

[@tomdale007]

This video transformed a B-side into what is in my opinion, now the finest moment in Justin Vernon's discography. You encapsulate the sense of nostalgia and personal loss perfectly. I'm not sure if you intended it to be so, but I found this utterly heartbreaking. But thank you anyway.

[@tynieangel]

what a tremendous comment. thank you, really. means a lot.

[@patricksampsonmusic]

Very well said my friend

[@zh78888]

I forgot, for about two years, that for five years I thought this was the best song I’d ever heard. I just remembered this is the best song I’ve ever heard.

[@nick3221]

this version sucks compared to the album

[@StephenAubreyMusic]

His finest moment?? This sounds great but it’s not even close. Have you watched a bunch of his live concert videos

[@tynieangel]

justin's lower register is stunning as well. a lot of people don't appreciate it and how effortlessly he can switch into his falsetto. gorgeous.

[@benevolentz]

WTF happened? It's like this song disappeared from all sources except youtube... Spotify, Amazon, GooglePlay, eMusic? I am deeply hurt... This was one of the greatest songs/renditions of said song of our time. Please bring it back.

[@davidweru3134]

you gotta keep everything locked on an offline drive in case the world burns down and the internet goes first

[@davnyman]

This version of Beth/Rest makes me have goose bumps all over... this is spectacular. The deep voice makes it really serious. I love the fact that there are two versions that has completely different feel to them, perfect for the different moods you're in. Lovely!

[@marioeavila2820]

This is better than the album version

[@ComiskeyMatt]

It's not even close. Autotune can go suck a lemon. Give me an unvarnished human voice over a solo piano any day.

[@desmurfenzijnblauw]

This is... unbelievable.

[@davidweru3134]

that first falsetto run gave me literal chills

[@HankHell41]

same

[@johnny11fingersss]

Love it, so much better than the album version. I’ve promised my wife I will learn how to play piano only for this. Now that she’s gone, I’m back here trying to understand what happened with our dreams

[@tynieangel]

It's never too late to learn 💖

[@mrpk646]

It's in c major. Starts on F in the left hand. Lots of F, C, and G in the left. Use tenths to make it sound full. It's relatively simple. Have a go, think you'll have fun. Try learning O can't make you love by bon over also. Lots of tutorials on yt if you need :)

[@tylerchef]

Proud to be a wisconsinite thanks to this man

[@MrBogus213]

The serenity of this version is incomparable, but I do love the vocal acrobatics of the jagjagwar session.

[@msfattytroll]

Errant heat to the star And the rain let in The hawser rolls, the vessel's whole and Christ, it's thin Well I'd know that you'd offer Would reveal it, though it's soft and flat Won't repeat it, cull and coffers that For the soffit, hang this homeward Pry it open with your love Sending lost and alone standing offers It is steep, it is stone Such recovery From the daily press, the deepest nest, in keeper's keep All the news at the door Such a revelry Well, it's hocked inside of everything you said to me It was found what we orphaned Didn't mention it would serve us picked Said your love is known I'm standing up on it Aren't we married? I ain't living in the dark no more It's not a promise, I?m just gonna call it Heavy mitted love Our love is a star Sure some hazardry For the light before and after most indefinitely Danger has been stole away

[@stevenmackay3342]

Thankyou for putting the lyrics here🙏

[@kamidewitt7576]

1:22-1:31 Pry it open with your love, sending lost and alone standing offers OMG IM SLAYED

[@RichMitch]

I ain't living in the dark no more

[@AngelsWish-ym8sc]

Wow!!!! Heavenly Father has blessed us with another Angel...

[@thequietliife]

Wow!!! The moment he goes up to falsetto to sing "pry it open with your love." Beautiful, just beautiful. Thank you for sharing this version!

[@clemencerebourg5604]

he has Leonard Cohen tones in this, it's amazing !

[@robbwolf3309]

July 11th 2021 and coming back to the song. Wishing everyone good health and positive energy.

[@groovintothebeatjr]

this is the most amazing thing I've ever heard

[@re_stacks]

This version gives me so many feels. It is so beautiful and comforting to listen to. I am in peace.

[@Naarmmmm]

Shame on me for not discovering this version sooner, but all that matters now I know. Beautiful song, it evoked so many feelings.

[@themonsteronearth]

I don't get it, why are people whining? I think that the video is incredibly beautiful. Perfect for this wonderful song.

[@vonmarty7583]

pure art

[@spacelizard1660]

I like to think this is what Beth/Rest might have sounded like if it was made for For Emma, Forever Ago.

[@charlieburnside5586]

WHEN MY EARS BEHAVE THEMSELVES I TREAT THEM TO THIS SONG!!!!!!!!

[@moamoa7067]

I'm happy I found this after it disappeared from Spotify. My father love this song and this is a song dear to both of our hearts. He wants this to be played on his funeral when he dies. I was worried when it disappeared I would never be able to make it true when the time comes. Now atleast we can continue to listen and love it til the time comes 🙂

[@bluebaconjake405]

Moa Moa i think its back on spotify, try checking it out. Found it again after searching for it

[@FrozzenCoffee]

Justin Vernon is a genius. It is unbelieavable how much he does with his limited discography. I already loved the album version and the live session version with Sean, but this blew me away once again. Gosh I really hope Bon Iver comes to Germany any time soon I would do almost every thing to see him live just once. Thank you so much for this upload. :)

[@SirRichieSan]

Everything he touches turn to gold. Even though his discography with Bon Iver is limited, he's involved in a lot of different projects.

[@patricksampsonmusic]

Beautiful, chills all over, the video makes it even better. Really rustic, yet ethereal

[@mikepesci2657]

Thank you Lesley Keller for this - truly amazing! Blessings to you and all who listen

[@Loganlips1]

Exquisitely delicate music, stunning visuals, you captured the ethereal beauty... Thank You!

[@keystoneguardian7543]

Beautiful video my friend. Full of feeling and thought. Beautiful.

[@meganstayton2010]

For the light before and after most indefinitely

[@latvians13]

Tears... Rivers of them... Water cleanses us, in all forms. Grace

[@ianmorgan9469]

Nice work. This chap is about as good as it gets in music today....and this version of Beth/Rest is impossibly good, just perfect.

[@tynieangel]

thank u! glad you enjoyed it

[@x4ms]

This video, oh man…tremendously nice, tender and deep

[@MissTwix1995]

Makes my heart sigh

[@patricksampsonmusic]

Just beautiful

[@justins4215]

Thank you for posting this, I havent even started the video but I just know this is going to be special based on the comments alone.

[@SecksyMan]

I liked the original, but I love this version

[@evitwael]

Such a Masterpiece !

[@mystic2780]

Beautiful video. I've watched this about a million times

[@SamJohn2012]

His vocal range on this song is heavenly.

[@DrRickGuerrero007]

What an awesome version.. Thanks! Man I can listen to him every day, usually I get tired of hearing the same songs, but not him 😃💖

[@CapnJosof]

Still coming here to pry it open

[@KadeeJo]

when it gets to 1:24 and your heart just melts

[@nrmdhni6348]

i just recovered after sessions of my relapsing depression that has happened to me for at least 6 years, i was numb for at least 5 or 6 months and recently i felt something again his songs really does enlight the spark in me that has been buried behind the hollow of void inside my head. im ahead to my next therapy and medication next week, i really do hope for the best for us who dealt with the same struggle 🤍

[@rachelwebster6717]

It’s sO RAW

[@kitpalmer1583]

All the news at the door, Such a revelry Well, it's hocked inside of everything you said to me...

[@robbwolf3309]

I keep coming back to this song..

[@maxturner5333]

Justin's range is phenomenal...Always feel enthralled by his voice and his performances...I was lucky enough to witness Re:Stacks at Wembley, equally as beautiful...Bon Iver

[@0806322f]

I liked this song before but I never truly appreciated the beauty of the lyrics and everything else about this song before hearing this version, I can barely handle it. Thanks so much for posting. I really like the vid too.

[@CongoKid2409]

Undoubtedly my favorite version of this song. Lovely video to boot. Thank you.

[@patricksampsonmusic]

CongoKid2409 it surely is stunning. I always come back here :)

[@thetravisgreene]

this. this is the one. best version around

[@jetblackp0pe]

Had to stop by for a listen while I wait for my Beth/Rest vinyl to arrive. Can’t wait to have this track forever.

[@michelebravin2248]

Well done ! Sweet job of you.

[@thegoldentnt1357]

I love BethRest so I was a bit taken when it was different than the original. But after I listened for a while I could feel my self falling in love all over again! Its a great version, wonderful thank you for sharing.

[@tynieangel]

thank you!!

[@rob-2250]

best version

[@canadianeh1977]

Somehow i forgot about this video for a bit.... i have no idea how. Beautiful. Haunting.

[@D0M3e]

Best part 1:41-1:45 is voice is amazing...

[@BlGZ69]

0:00 - 5:31 !!

[@Sanaa337]

I get to see you live here in Calgary on Tuesday. I am beyond excited. Could literally cry tears of joy each time I think about it.

[@jacobsmith1173]

Stunning!

[@tynieangel]

wow thank you john. this song is one of my all time favorites. it's so gorgeous. i agree with everything you said. :)

[@ZOMGKELP]

I can't stop listening to this version. justin vernon is a perfect human being.

[@latvians13]

PRECIOUS! Your vocal range, is exceptional, Justin. We love you and your music, resonates. Thank you ♡

[@tynieangel]

i already know there's problems with it. never said it was perfect, and i'm not a pro. this was merely for fun. i have many friends though, so that's not a concern of mine.

[@felipecostapeuser7791]

It’s perfect. Thank you.

[@NikoBleau]

You did damn fine. Be proud.

[@flangelouder]

I ain't living in the dark no more. It's not a promise, I'm just gonna call it. HNY, 2022. Such a revelry. I hope each one of you finds what you’re looking for. X

[@tynieangel]

Hope you're having a beautiful New Year so far 💞

[@meghanteela]

love this - everything about it is perfect

[@tynieangel]

thank you! glad you enjoyed it!

[@iDubElwood]

Holy Shit.

[@tynieangel]

thank you! this version of beth/rest is simply stunning. i had to make a visual to go alongside it. interested to hear what your son comes up with :)

[@tynieangel]

agree!!!! forget my lil video.. listen to the song in as best quality as you can. that is what's most important! :)

[@TheSystemRevolution]

Awesome! ... Better than the clip from the new Beth Rest release, and definitely the better version of a great song. Thank you.

[@TheSouthernorycle]

Thank youuuuu!

[@TheSystemRevolution]

SPECIAL ... thank you!

[@TheSouthernorycle]

Well, this was beautiful!

[@patrickfeehan6975]

wow! beautiful video, well done

[@tynieangel]

thank you!

[@tynieangel]

thank you! so glad you enjoyed!

[@tildegrynnerup3279]

Beautiful

[@htdghogan]

John you can listen to this in MUCH BETTER QUALITY on Spotify, given it doesn't include the visuals. But "youtube is made for this." just isn't true! And Spotify isn't as good as downloading the iTunes version even! This song deserves so much more than youtube gives it!

[@pLaIrVaIdNoGx]

You really put a nice video together for this. 👍

[@smitmi2007]

beautiful :)

[@MyPieDied7-6-47]

Exquisite..... Someone... I dont th...... yeah im at a loss for words.... well done.

[@TheOldSpirit]

There's a version of beth/rest for every mood

[@tynieangel]

yes, that part kills me every time!

[@brycediedrich]

dont let others bring you down. I like the over saturation- and its your video so... yes, you can "do this to a good song". Keep it up!

[@perrymanutube]

Sweet!! Thanks for sharing this. Nice job.

[@filippowiw]

genius of that time

[@tynieangel]

hi! yea this is my favorite version of this song. i heard it on a livestream a long time ago.. i can't remember where i got this mp3 from though, but it's all over spotify, soundcloud, etc.

[@robbwolf3309]

Amazing.

[@tynieangel]

thank you!, glad you like it! :)

[@nicolekaro13]

Amazing!