Bon Iver -- Lump Sum

Bon Iver performs the song Lump Sum from his album For Emma, Forever Ago live in the studios of 893 The Current. minnesota.publicradio.org/disp...
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[@samrichards8251]

I love cruising the city streets at night on my fast silent e bike listening to bon iver.. pretty much as close to heaven as it gets for me

[@emmakorsbakken3858]

+Sam Richards Im joining some time

[@sofiamarques1454]

same!

[@ThisFineCurfuffle]

To everyone bitching about the weird lyrics... Apparently he composes the music first, coming up with a melody without words and humming it along with the guitar, and then fits words to sounds he already made. Hence his lyrics are totally different from what you mighty find in a normal rock/pop song, and why it kinda sounds like gibberish until you slow down and take it word by word. It's as if the shape of words and the emotion they carry is almost more important than the literal meaning or strict rhyme structure.

[@paolocamero2251]

+Corry Fox fantastic explanation.

[@ButteredToast000]

Couldn't agree more.

[@DivvyDeluxe]

Who's bitching about the lyrics? It's poetry

[@richardanugrah5120]

Rock = pop = rock

[@Godlynessinate]

This is one of his more straight-forward songs, lyrically. Bon Iver, Bon Iver and 22, A Million had much harder to decipher lyrics, arguably nonsense...but as Vernon says himself, the sound is what's important to him. That said, every line in this song makes sense. It's one of his more coherent songs.

[@EmileyTaylor33]

You know those songs where all you wanna do is replay them, but at the same time you don't wanna ruin them? This is one of those songs.

[@MyPieDied7-6-47]

There are at least 76 people that apparently have their monitor upside down and consequently think they have given this a "thumbs up". That's the only logical explanation. Or they all just suck at recognizing awesome when it's presented. That's also possible.

[@MariaPapoilaPt]

Lyrics: Sold my cold knot A heavy stone Sold my red horse for a venture home To vanish on the bow -- Settling slow Fit it all, fit it in the doldrums (Or so the story goes) Color the era Film it, it's historical My mile could not Pump the plumb In my arbor 'till my ardor Trumped every inner inertia Lump sum All at once Rushing from the sub-pump (Or so the story goes) Balance we won't know We will see when it gets warm

[@angelinamartinez3210]

weird

[@luisroy4991]

This music is just everything!!!!!! Thanks Bon Iver.

[@blues970123]

Bon Iver represents the midwest and the common man more than any politician ever will.

[@heisenbergwalter3363]

this album, for emma forever ago, I'll never get tired of it, I can listen to it in winter, summer, fall.......

[@SimonTymoko]

"For Emma, Forever Ago" Brought a tear to my eye, beautiful album full of beautiful songs.

[@dylanf.torres9170]

read your comment fourteen years later, ha ha

[@brzjaw]

I love this version, it's wonderful, subtlety different to the album version. It makes me want to see them live. Justin Vernon is simply amazing. And I can hardly wait for the new album in June.

[@atownlefttrain]

I wonder if people will one day realize that his lyrics are often akin to great poetry, reading him is like reading Seamus Heany. I can't think of another lyricist who makes me think: where did he even begin to put that idea into words? Too beautiful for this life...

[@MissStephaniyaj]

one of the greatest lyricists of our time...hands down

[@samec666]

this is the bizness! mumbling mezmorising deep lyrics that any one who listens to and cares for meanful music cant get enuff of. 10/10

[@williammelvin]

what a voice. really calming. beautiful tone

[@Gabriellaella23]

I love how soulful he is.

[@jonaharbet1504]

This is magical.

[@HerVeryLowness]

There is just something about Bon Iver that makes me keep coming back. It's soft and peaceful and emotional and amazing.

[@Gokuismygod]

A beautiful and wonderful language that none of us can understand.

[@guitarguy182182182]

yeah he makes me so hopeful yet so melancholically devastated at the same time...its kinda magical

[@Blackhammer99]

years, even the first time I listen to it. Only a few bands can make me feel this way, and I feel the feeling is a result of absolute chemistry. The musicians are so tight with their sound, that if you pull one note out of place, the entire piece changes. Its that feeling of gratification that I love. Knowing that four or five guys worked their ass off to make something perfectly tight, that you can ebb and flow with the pattern of the song, and become entranced by each beat.

[@Blackhammer99]

I am not moved by short-lived trends and gimmicks, I am moved by hard work, dedication, and mastery. Your foolish is you see anything timeless about this. If it was, it would have already dominated the business years ago, when "folk-rock" was growing in popularity.

[@Blackhammer99]

it will never go away. The feeling will always be provoked when the circumstances are met. When me and her broke up, I realized that no matter what girls I was with or whatever, I would only be satisfied with one. That there is one perfect set of traits out there that are just for me, or a few, but still, a small amount, that not any girl could give, and that "love" is a word that should never be used lightly. So no, I have never really been in love with anything besides music I guess.

[@Jcasarin]

I traveled to Hawaii earlier in the year and listened to Bon Iver pretty much the whole time we where there. Now when I think about Hawaii, I think of a beautiful Island while listening to beautiful music.

[@esd86]

coming up to this guy is too much. love it.

[@murdaapolis612]

Haven’t heard his in 13yrs 😊

[@CarlaWarlaWhoreXD]

Justin vernon, bon iver whatever, actually make me breathless. Music is acually so breathtaking and deep and real, its lovely. his whole manner and voice and music and beliefs just make me melt... hes not like all the normal musiciians today, so different, he actually makes you melt.

[@nils_on_wheels]

what a talent... very nice!

[@ogechinigerian]

I think all three bands are unique and distinct. Bon Iver sounds like he incorporates a lot of soul and even jazz at times. Mumford and Sons sound like old yet fresh English folksters and Fleet Foxes sound like well folk. You can't really compare MS with Bon Iver and the same goes with FF as well but I could see the comparison between MS and FF. But overall all three are great and they deliver powerful and emotional messages and that's all I need.

[@urlocalSAVAGE]

this song is beast, this guy is beast, i'm buyin this album, n everyone he releases thereafter

[@SunnyJTcs]

his lyrics always have such depth.. sometimes I don't even know what it means

[@Aerokings]

Bon Ivir I think has a cool sence of jazzy content in their style of playing,is what we all need.

[@Laurakbp1992]

I didn't know that I felt so bad until I heard this. and now I'm crying.

[@Blackhammer99]

I enjoy mellow-type music like Bon Iver, but what really is great about music is its potential to invoke great passion into a listener. I have said it many times before, but feel that when you hear a song, the song is a result of that artist pouring every bit of his emotion into the song, and giving it to its audience. So as the performer gets exhausted of this energy, I am gaining it. That is truly what I love about music.

[@WoodenLute]

Bon Iver's music leaves me with a feeling of beautiful melancholy and pensive bliss. I think in one word the best way to describe it is hope.

[@MusicLeHappiness]

How sad am I, I know all the words to every Bon Iver song. And it still never gets old for me.

[@Mzeero]

Grüße aus Deutschland! Greets from Germany... although you won´t understand these words, I´m giving you that link to my special thoughts of life - listening to that great song. Bon Iver is great, he reached my heart and my me thinkn of these special moments in life. Thumbs up! Keep it!

[@Dressommer]

I like the fact that Justin Vernon created this album in a cabin - in northwestern wisconsin. It has a unique sound! I recommend For Emma, Forever Ago to everyone.

[@watson4675]

He's got a lot of talent.

[@BigJohnny61]

Incredible. I can listen to that whole album all day and not get sick of it. Absolutely incredible.

[@HeyTina]

Lyrical rawness, simplicity and emotion in the barest form. A rarity and beautifully done.

[@Blackhammer99]

Your right! That is why I never focus on just one side of an argument. I always am open to other opinions. I do this so our discussions remain respectable and never so zealous that the become ignorant. Thank you for reminding me of this, as it is an integral part of the discussion process.

[@hovering88]

he's like the biggest thing in indie music and won two grammy's this year where have you been?

[@faustyne65]

he is soooo talented i luv him !

[@combatclock]

Bon Iver is the reason I yet live. Justin Vernon's music is just too beautiful.

[@JACKDAVY]

Their music means speaks volumes to me! I am in world of complete peace and harmony when I listen.

[@Swingfinger]

First time I have heard this guy and his voice makes my eyes all watery... probably the only artist that has had such an instant effect on me. His voice is so expressive and haunting.

[@SockMcCallister]

The fame and simplicity of this likely inspire many to keep rockin' in their way. Thanks.

[@Zvanunhoft]

By far my favorite Bon Iver song. Gives me chills.

Sold my cold knot A heavy stone Sold my red horse for a venture home To vanish on the bow -- Settling slow Fit it all, fit it in the doldrums (Or so the story goes) Color the era Film it, it's historical My mile could not Pump the plumb In my arbor 'till my ardor Trumped every inner inertia Lump sum All at once Rushing from the sub-pump (Or so the story goes) Balance we won't know We will see when it gets warm

[@angelinamartinez3210]

weird

Angelina martinez why?

[@angelinamartinez3210]

@ the words...are so weird. But the song is beautiful that's the most important

Angelina martinez I don’t think so... maybe is a metaphor. 😊

[@angelinamartinez3210]

​@ metaphor for what?

[@withthecurrent]

What a beautiful guitar, and song of cours.

[@Mister_Will]

Thank God there's still people who believe in good music ou there.

[@Girlamdin]

I love the whole album, yet this is my favorite track. Beautifully done accoustic as well.

[@welshceltify]

Love this man..he really is something special.

[@RyanMurphyTube]

Listening to this song sorts my head out.

[@djtripleight]

Even after 10 years..A beautiful classic!

[@bernsteinstern]

I just love his way to sing n make music, THANK YOU !!!

[@garrethdavis]

this man never ceases to amaze me

[@theloveemovement]

bon iver is a prophet beautiful music! beautiful.

[@PurpleBuddhatheband]

If you don't like it, you don't like it... no need for insulting comments. i love it.

[@TheHenchJellyfish]

The language of beauty.

[@SamuelFitzgerald19]

Beautiful as always.

[@stratmad]

my favourite bon iver song

[@Parissail1004]

Bon Iver = Genius

[@annasuper101]

I just love this man.

[@DaveyLynch]

Very nice song from Davey and "Tumbling Man" Great inspiration from Bon Iver

[@IRuckFugbyI]

@TheSouthernorycle its his soul man. to be able to tie in so much emotion to such simple acoustics is a beautiful thing.

[@Grillbear93]

gives me goosebumps on my heart, truly brilliant

[@Randomosity1990s]

So beautiful......... it brings tears to my eyes.

[@Blackhammer99]

Should be fun! The reason I love music, is because it allows me to step away an entire another world. It requires focus, and self-awareness, and concentrating on that, allows me to forget my woes of the day, and pour the remaining energy I have into it. That is why I love playing music. Why I love listening to the music, is because I feel I can connect to the people playing it in the same way. When I become absorbed by the music, I feel I can hear each individual note as If i had known it for...

[@Blackhammer99]

and no matter how many times I hear a song, or see a performance, whenever I feel that way, I know I truly love that music. However, you have to be in the right state of mind to let things like that happen, so obviously a dimly lit room makes the process a little more intense, and drugs, even more so. But that is why I love music. Because the artist is giving 100 percent of what they have, and I am receiving it. If not, I don't love it, plain and simple. I may like it, but if I don't feel that..

[@TripNDazy]

absolutly BRILLANT! I heart Justin Vernon

[@8meganb]

Beautiful man.

[@MissMisery123]

absolutely gorgeous....

[@INEEDANEWACCOUNTNAME]

didnt understand a word, still enjoyed it massively..

[@williammelvin]

saw him at glasto at the park, it was incredible. blew me away. great song great performance, bravo 5 stars from me. nuff said.

[@starwitness01]

Bon Iver is the best thing to happen to this kind of music in years. I haven't been so moved since Iron & Wine's early recordings and before that, probably Nick Drake.

[@halmarkman]

INCREDIBLE. Holy hell. Incredible.

[@Banor]

i saw him live at end of the road 2008 and managed to talk to him, he is a really great person

[@321musicman]

God i love this guys music

[@RecordandoT]

esta canciòn te hace llorar en verdad.. it's amazing.... the guitar - the voice wow...

[@logician008]

I found it wonderful and relaxing,

[@LiquidIntellect]

His voice is more amazing live than on the album, mark of an exceptional artist.

[@bapbap14]

Bon Iver... Sweet!

[@itzkillacam]

simply amazing.

[@HLU24]

magnificent album

[@Fatboy0777]

his voice is awsome

[@ElPearljoni]

it`s amazing. I love this song and the band.

[@WordToMomsYo]

Great song... Thanks for uploading the video.

[@sknabnoj]

he sings like he means what he sings... hes deliberate... it feels so much different than any of the music i listen to...

[@sankofa1906mt]

this is absolutely incredible music.

[@AdrianEindhoven]

i love good music. i love this song.

[@licilovely]

I'm soo in love with this man

[@jetti101]

why do people say no one listens to bon iver, everyone does

[@adamstone86]

Love, love love this. Love this man...

[@sammylife12]

i can feel it all, he puts emotions into this

[@ex0ja]

I whole-heartedly agree with you.

[@laplandJJ]

this is one of those songs that make a nearly-perfect moment perfect :)

[@nowhereman161]

ok he is good because he has amazing lyrics, a voice like noone else int he music scene right now, and hes just different than other people, and the lack of instruments he uses and he can still get a huge presence is amazing.

[@hamlinb]

It's evidently a mark of genius...

[@Blackhammer99]

Can't argue with that! But I find it hard to feel the same way about something so simple, when I have heard so many great artists who give hours upon hours to one song, especially myself knowing how difficult it is to really write a good song. At least you were stern enough with your idea to represent it. Keep enjoying music your way, my friend, and don't let anyone tell you otherwise. =)