Bon Iver -- Flume (Live on 89.3 The Current)

Bon Iver performs the song Flume from his album For Emma, Forever Ago live in the studios of 89.3 The Current.
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[@ihatealigators]

"Sky is womb and she's the moon" is seriously one of the most beautiful lines of any song I've ever heard.

[@jackcooper3307]

The lack of proper grammar’s infuriating however 😂

[@castor3873]

it's called artistic freedom@@jackcooper3307

[@kevinl.6801]

I agree that line is very deep :D

[@narayansharma8797]

Watched this 8 years ago for the first time. Was 15 then. I'm 23 today and yet, the goosebumps are intact.

[@khushibhatnagar5640]

well, im 15 now.

[@felixcardinal7612]

SAME AGE AS ME

[@spacedementchen]

Watched this 12 years ago for the first time. Was 17 then. Im 29 today and yet, the goosebumps are intact.

[@urszulasokol3665]

Im 41 years old. Just found that song yesterday. One of the Best song which I ever hear !!

[@cjtathome]

I dip into this from time to time. First discover him listening to skinny love when it was in the charts. Probably about 10 years ago. Little did I know …

[@criminalbotanist]

Never heard so much passion, makes you feel so sad and happy at the same time

[@prismsedits2320]

+actually vakan. Should take a look ah John Frusciante, his passion is incredible aswell

[@prismsedits2320]

+No Name Well in fact, John Frusciante has such a talent for music creation, as he proved by doing lots of different genres perfectly. I was only suggesting for people who like to discover music :) I am nor deaf, nor retarded, nor stupid, for the info.

[@josuedelatorre35]

+actually vakan. You should check out New Grass by Talk Talk, Mark Hollis (the singer) really pours his heart out on that song

[@josuedelatorre35]

+Prisms Edits checking out Curtains, sounds great. Definitely hearing the passion, not exactly sure what No Name is talking about

[@prismsedits2320]

+Josue De La Torre He does many genres, which sometimes is hard to appreciate since he does lots of experimentation with music, but curtains is an amazing acoustic album :)

[@raquevazquez3459]

Bon Iver create the kind of music where you really have to close your eyes and feel it to truly appreciate the grandiloquence in each song. It's the kind of music you can't just love because of the sound, but because of the meaning and feeling behind it that really reaches out to each and every person.

[@jope6583]

he's gone... i miss him..

[@ejr3524]

joao reis Not really, go listen to Volchano Choir.

[@jope6583]

I like more bon iver

[@johnykrasavec9576]

see and i fckn hate it with my whole soul

[@raquevazquez3459]

We didn't ask for ur opinión. Johny Krasavec

[@jquestdc]

My dog cried when he heard this song

[@RemiGozard]

Bon Iver + Rainy Mood = Perfection

[@tianikita]

Ikr!

[@cortisol_induced_coma]

Interesting that you say that, I found this song through Rainy Mood yesterday!

[@estevaofragallo]

I can feel his soul throught the pain in his voice.

[@cgomc323]

This video was filmed before the album was even released on a record label, that's so nuts.

[@Friar1100]

As a teenager, I can't stand when my friends call this type of music "bad". Do they have any idea how hard it is to write songs that carry such an emotional punch? It's not some catchy pop tune or rap rhythm. It's genuinely great music. Thanks Bon Iver.

[@doc2208]

You can find deep and profound lyrics from rap artists but you have to dig deep.

[@johnm.5913]

Omg u need new friends they're obviously stupid fucks

[@mattiasrutter]

Heard

[@atypeofcool]

It's 9 years later. Do you still identify with your thoughts here?

[@mattday7337]

@@doc2208 by dig deep you presumably mean 20 years ago lol

[@2903maia]

After all these years I still get goosebumps from this song

[@humblesheep]

Gets my heart strings and twists them, every time.

[@ajlow14]

I don't know why anyone would not want him to go mainstream. I'd like the whole world to hear this music. For that reason, I hope he's the most "mainstream" artist of all time.

[@cj.mccarthy]

this song. this entire album, wrecked my life. been listening to it since i was 15. i'm 23 now. i don't know how to let it go. it's attached itself to my soul. i listen to medicate. to remedy the emptiness i feel inside. yet, it leaves me empty anyway.

[@CronoXpono]

Not anything remotely qualified but just friendly words if you ever read this. You’re engaging the emotions on the experiential level but you’ve gotta dive in to it to get out of it. It sounds like you’re remembering whatever heartbreak or deep emotions you had but you’re cutting it off at the resolution. Live it all the way through and know you’ll be on the other side when you’re ready. All the best!

[@thelandofmisteroz]

Damn this song takes me right back to the only girl I have ever loved with a true earthly connection. I miss her so much but know that there is someone even better in my future, this life or the next. Much love.

[@bigtony6314]

Keep your head up king !

[@whenwillitbecold]

those true connection ones hurt so bad to lose

[@SaZooCaballero]

Haven't found anything better, and I'm ok with that

[@rafaelmolinasanz9771]

SaZooCaballero John Mayer

[@schrodingersdoge]

+Rafael Molina Sanz no.

[@raliixaviero4674]

no

[@nick-kd2yx]

SaZooCaballero radioheaddddd

[@SIMDICK]

Big Thief...

[@zachwhereabouts8889]

"Only love is all maroon" He's singing about how love is truly the only one shaded emotion (All maroon) such a colour states how love causes happiness and pain. Maroon is just the best outlet for that. This is my own interpretation XD

[@stasia5463]

wow!

[@callumalston5755]

Maroon is also the colour of dried blood too

[@StaceyWinter93]

Bon Iver are an perfect example of music I do not wish to share, and want to keep all to myself, to fall in love all over again, everytime I hear his beautiful voice.

[@jadeyfamous]

This man, is just quite possibly the most amazing man ever.

I am my mother's only one It's enough I wear my garment so it shows Now you know Only love is all maroon Gluey feathers on a flume Sky is womb and she's the moon I am my mother on the wall With us all I move in water, shore to shore Nothing's more Only love is all maroon Lapping lakes Like leery loons Leaving rope burns Reddish rouge Only love is all maroon Gluey feathers on a flume Sky is womb and she's the moon

[@PramodYadav-nn6zb]

Jesús Romero wyhvxxxfgbuygjjh

[@cityslicker6118]

Wtf is the meaning of this song? Lol

[@lapythiedesthenri2364]

How "being an only child" or how a "mother's love" can be the best and the worst thing at the same time? Gluey Feathers... Rope burns... And when your Mother dies, even when you are the parent on the pictures, you move "shore to shore" with her ashes, as you die with her and she lives with you?

[@joshhannon8415]

@@cityslicker6118 what's the meaning of you? Laugh out loud, right?

[@cbb4817]

@@lapythiedesthenri2364 you nailed it

[@kaitlynzuniga]

I think I'm in love with him

[@kaitlynzuniga]

+James Collins trust me I've got all Peacock Affect's songs in one of my playlists. Such beautiful music.

[@zuzusuperfly8363]

For me, I used to worship the show House. The last episode of season 4... they use Re:stacks from this album. It will make anybody cry. I would play the tune on my acoustic and they'd start crying just remembering that scene from House. Too good. Been following Bon Iver ever since. First two albums so far have been top.

[@kaitlynzuniga]

+Zuzu Superfly I've been a fan since I was around 11 in 6th grade (I'm in 9th grade now) so not very long, but Bon Iver's music has gotten me through so much. it has that sad mood but for some reason listening gives me a sense of hope. the songs are so sorrowful and beautiful yet for some reason they're uplifting. it's quite strange but so exquisite

[@railpressureflip]

Back off lady, I'm straight as hell and I'm in love with him too. First.

[@tuckerdilmore1355]

kaitlyn zuniga i'm a lesbian, and even i am in love with him

[@lizwilliams3973]

I’ve watched this video for 10 years and I will forever come back to it.

[@MadCampAl]

This guy is so unique. Great falsetto voice. Not everyone can sing that strong with that style. I truly enjoy this guy's work.

[@imprintedlamb2]

This makes my tummy feel weird and my heart melt , I love it.

[@chrisw6689]

his acoustic stuff by far displays the raw emotion he is able to tap into which makes his music very distinct and awesome !

[@Night35z]

When i listen to this, i feel like this is the way that music is meant to be! It touches my heart and my mind in a way that not many other things can! Such a unique experience! Thank you Bon Iver for making some real music, in a time when its so hard to find!

[@El-Tel63-Terry.]

How did I not know this......how did I never see house until now.....2 great discoveries !

[@junkbondtrader645]

Thers no getting over Bon iver..its like a cozy room in another realm where you go to escape a windy situation and ive been going there for solace

[@conrad7253]

I bought a Live Current CD at a garage sale when I got my license in high school. This song was what first brought me first Bon Iver, and is associated with fond memories of driving around the cities on warm summer nights with the windows down, Flume blasting on the stereo.

[@lildedo23]

Such an amazing song. Absolute top 10 of all time. It makes me emotional when i hear. Both happy and sad.

[@HollyWallerPowaynian]

his imperfect voice is what i love so much there's still so much heart, passion. i'm glad he's got it in him.... i'm reminded life isn't perfect but damn it's so pretty...... H.W.

[@YTviewer118]

Honestly there is just something about this song that makes me feel something else, I can't put it into words, maybe it's his voice, maybe the lyrics or purely the combination of both, it just hits. I remember hearing it live in the UK and it made me so emotional to the point I teared up and bless my friends they just threw an arm around my shoulder and gave me a pat on the back and we all enjoyed the song together without a word being said. I love this song beyond words.

[@MrCorrndog]

You know a song hits you when you feel that chill down your back.

[@leethompson4817]

Justin is my inspiration to become the musician my soul is

[@catdumm]

Loved his acceptance speech. This guy gets it. Why do people think that a getting a grammy is the most important thing. Doing your art is the most important thing. This made my day and I hope he continues to make music forever.

[@TheBluridgemountains]

During the writing process I wonder how many times he cried when writing the whole composition "For Emma Forever ago" and how many times he stopped playing because of it. Beautiful. Thank you for sharing 89.3 The Current. Godspeed and Namaste

[@S3CT0R49]

What an inspiration

[@redneckdaddyhobopants4774]

God he gives me chills

[@Live0rLetDie]

There a lot of good singers out there, but what makes them great, is the ability to sing the words emotion. That's what makes you special Jason. Love you.

[@BethanyJennings]

woah, THIS is music at it's best, it's beautiful. God knows why he was nominated for best new artist, his first album was four years ago, and hes only ever produced outstanding music since.

[@giuliaobinu1092]

the word artist is not enough to describe someone like him!

[@ellar8118]

***** Your music helps me get through the tough times, thank you.

[@pakhyeoncheol]

Same. I listened to this watching the sun set in big sur, and ever since, it has been my go-to when I get depressed.

[@alanamcconnell2977]

+Trent Vert listen to Holecene while high... It is cool

[@minniemouse9812]

this is probably the most AMAZING song i've ever heard. I listen to it 30 times a day. helps me go on in life(:

[@tonia7777777]

I love this so much...I learned it and then listened to it like 100 times and played along...I can never listen to too much of Bon Iver..my god

[@carlosaugustodecupero3105]

Atualmente estou ouvindo muito esse cara, além do Sigur Rós. Seus clipes são maravilhosos e nos remetem a lugares/estado de espírito de uma maneira mais que saudável. Nos possibilita a sonhar, creio que esta seja a tarefa dos artistas que realmente são inspirados.

[@joaodamasceno1114]

Gênio! For Emma, Forever Ago sempre será o melhor álbum dele

[@iarspinheiro]

Raridade é achar brasileiro que curte Bon Iver! hahah

[@joaodamasceno1114]

Realmente! :)

[@MustangGT10001]

ele mudou o estilo dele, mas esse álbum realmente foi o melhor e o mais tocante.

[@karenvazzoler9203]

Não esgota. Amo!

[@alexandresouza595]

Na verdade todos são excelentes mas o primeiro tem um espacin maior no coração hahahh

[@Claudia13523]

haven't heard seriously raw music like this for a while. Keep it up Bon Iver

[@g0ddessofluv36]

Such an amazing acoustic by Bon Iver! Love this.

[@billywaters.as.billythekid8498]

great voice your friend billy

[@MichelaDt]

I love his music...he's great...and I'm sure he's a beautiful person too...none knows him here in Italy... :( he should really be on the radio...not always just the same banal trate music...

[@DesireeEagle]

Sounds like an angel 🥹

[@samhalbach5633]

For sure my favorite song on the project. Just hauntingly beautiful

[@losteyesight]

What can I say? I'm speechless.

[@GonzaloAros]

Oh shit... This is perfect

[@Jeffcardenas09]

back to that september of 2015.. i will never forget the moment i fiest saw him and that day i was at his house and he played this song.. i never got to tell him what i felt for him yet the memories of him will forever hunt me everytime i listen to this

[@2toughmabu]

I absolutely love this jam. This guy is very talented. Although the song is very mellow and seemingly sad it actually brings my spirit up. Its one of those songs that reminds me of what it means to be a human being. The howling vocals call out to the human soul and has lyrics to match. Soul music!

[@Polium101]

It's like he has his own language when he sings. Justin

[@cesarrodriguez-el7on]

I think this version its MUUCH better than orginal song!

[@astrofan777]

comment is pure genius.... thank you PURE JOY. .. getting ready to drive from austin to denver to see some LIVE MUSIC... the only cure for me,.

[@minniemouse9812]

thank you for understanding what real music is

[@b.bailey8244]

I wish i could understand his words - i think i'd like them.

[@laurenmckenna8199]

the thing is, I've known this song for years but I literally cry every time

[@RHiggins3103]

His sound is so unique and not over produced. LOVE IT!

[@VanIsleBC]

great fightin music

[@Typicalsymone]

perfect

[@maymay83able]

Congrats!!! Slowing people down to realize the beauty of the simple things!!! The world is full of beautiful, simple things!!! So glad he won peace amongst choas!!

[@monsieur_charles]

this song is good for your soul ! thx

[@korins8]

A Sad Day.... Probably Will be a Good day

[@juliancastaneda1007]

absolutely

[@b1806]

You look like my ex girlfriend.

[@vitor.almeida97]

Rainy Mood

[@derekfischer6990]

rain is fall. this guy's winter. like puddles that already fell. like poseidon and the waters. like the pisces and the end of winter.

[@doublerainbowsrock]

Derek Fischer poetic, powerful thoughts. i couldn't have said it better. thank you. namaste.

[@rubenlaurentiu90]

here is raining, coincidentally, but i love this song

[@jminforeverxo]

I'm actually in tears. Goosebumps. I love you Bon Iver, I don't know what I'd do had if your music never exist.

[@Gabriellaella23]

I got excited when I saw this on Rainy mood. I love Justin!

[@Allanblanc1]

This remind me of Skins... Effy Episode :(

[@freowin2]

How does this have over 500 dislikes? I know Justin has sort of become a bit of a sell out in recent years but this song is still just magical.

[@asdfmsc]

In the entire definition of 'selling out', I think he is the absolute farthest you can be from doing so.. you should be happy for such an incredible artist to have reached such well deserved recognition.

[@Apoepoe007007]

Indeed he isn't influenced by his label, he stays true to his music which is the most powerful thing an artist has. Becoming more famous also means that he'll actually gets a pay check for making this incredible art. Believe it or not, artist have to eat too.

[@DangerousBicycle]

I had Bon Iver stuck in my head today. Best day ever.

[@luishuerta8340]

This song hits deep in the feels

[@monkeyx17]

this is what the old pervy guy from family guy would sound like singing

[@rbthesunsetloner]

Well excuse me.

[@rbthesunsetloner]

Well excuse me.

[@Mattyew]

So many fuckin beards and top knots inspired by this guy :(

[@harlequin54]

Love the album and love this song. Thanks for posting 'The Current'.

[@aurynparkinson4233]

The Current.. Oh my days, I found this channel today and i love live shows and all my favorite songs just seem to be here, your channel is beast, thankyou!

[@jesuss911]

haha, having a deep voice is nice because you can sing like bon iver, johnny cash or jack johnson... all very distinctive :)

[@Yaroslav_Tselovanskyi]

Lol did he messed up the second chorus?) It's "leaving rope burns reddish ruse" in the album version)

[@josuemontes8389]

Yeah whatever mate

[@beltron1000]

was in rockaway on the oregon coast . had a good fire going on the beach and my lover in my arms. bon iver playing from a iphone in the back ground . wow talk about perfect :) and this is why kids , they won the award!

[@76djr]

Ill never get tired of this

As soothing as it sounds, it's really easy to do, which is why these artists have to have something else going on. Bon Iver: - has a lumberjack look - sings in falsetto - mumbles words like his mouth is swollen

[@TheClayHadley]

Not to mention the whole album is slightly out of tune (purposely) and recorded on weird vintage stuff

[@nick-kd2yx]

Matija Marohnić listen to his self titled stuff, and honestly in this albums case, less is more

[@TylerFSimmons]

Hey everyone. I did a cover of this recently and it would be so awesome if you guys checked it out and gave it a listen. It's the featured video on my channel. Bon Iver is a huge influence of mine and his music speaks to me just as it speaks to you all. Thanks so much!

[@AmalieVarden]

There is not a single more perfect word for this than beautiful

[@HeavenOnlie]

RAINY MOOD ! This song is so perfect !

[@jimjimson2397]

He can hold a tune in a weird cat wailing way but his guitar work is so depressing and unimaginative. Chords a 6 year old can play, no bridge or hook, no real oomph or despair in the sound or lyrics. Just grubby bearded 40 something with a hat on indoors because he hasn't washed his hair in 3 years.

[@Beautifulcoil]

Everything is agreeable, the chords are fairly simple and this song isn't complicated at all, but no despair? Bon Iver (Justin Vernon), delivers that sense of misery and despair in the greatest way an artist can. I was trying to search for an album like For Emma Forever Ago for... forever, but never found something as unique and as magnificent. If you could suggest me something, or someone who delivers pain and despair better than this man, I'll be in your debt for life.

[@merylee339]

Wow. That's just rude. His music helped me so much through shit times. I think I'd die of happiness if I could talk to him. He's such an inspiration.

[@jimjimson2397]

Mery Lee You need to get a life love. You can bet he doesn't feel the same about you.

[@jimjimson2397]

jim jimson Lib - You want pain and despair - Aerosmith.

[@merylee339]

jim jimson well no shit xD If he felt the same for me we'd be friends. And also, getting a life is something that's not in my top priorities, people like you make me want to hide in a closet with your blind and inexplicable hate. Don't say things like that man. It's not worth it. I lost my self esteem over it. If you don't like him, hit the dislike button and go your own way. Idk. This hits home. But anyways, all I wanted to say is, be nice! *rainbowsunicornsandmuffins*

[@LongboardSomeMoore]

So much emotion is put into his song. He makes me want to curl up in a ball and rock back in forth.

[@AlyElise]

One of my favorite artists, his music is beautiful, have to have it playing daily:)

[@pamellaasanchez]

I love this!

[@bradley55eagles]

Today, Everyone is used to hearing crap, on the radio, or wherever, whatever sells they put out there. So when I came upon this video, and the beautiful music coming from it, it caught me by suprise. Its beautiful.

[@asdfgbirds]

His voice is like heaven. This song is just amazing :)

[@008Invisibleman]

got chills all over my body listening to his voice..

[@Domenatrice]

@Liiammm3 I just listened to him after you posted this and he is awesome. thank you.

[@Danieldhful]

thx rainymood, u gave to me an excelent artist and music, im addicted

[@ena9139]

This song saved my life and mad me more calm

[@CoveMacDonald]

God, what I would give to see this guy in concert. So amazing, love his style

[@annarks70]

CONGRATULATIONS !!!! Most deserved!! I'm happy with the music industry today!!!

[@andrelopes3003]

This man has some magic, what a talent

[@charpnatl]

I love how simple this is, just good honest music that eases my mind. Thank You and keep up the fine work and Congratulations!