Clairo - "Bags" (Recorded Live for World Cafe)

Clairo performs "Bags" live for a World Cafe Session with host Raina Douris. Recorded at WXPN Studios in Phialdelphia on November 7th 2019.
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[@emmaachu]

this version of bags feels like taking a blanket right out of the dryer and wrapping yourself in it

[@jasminehearts8435]

Hell yes

[@amaj7313]

I'd wrap it around my ears

[@BriveAW]

And crying in it 😂

[@aamirhus23]

better than the og imo

[@brennanstruifmusic6084]

@@aamirhus23 Definitely agree. The other live session is good too, but this one was just mixed right for the song.

[@beradd50]

This drummer is fuckin fire. Different bass pattern gives this three chord miracle the urgency she needs. Chills every time .

[@fabulousdoge3513]

thats Danielle Haim for you

[@patalienortmansock5819]

drummer is Eddie Burns (@eddiestx1)

[@JPLToyExperience]

This is one of the most amazing Clairo performances. Raw. Intimate.

[@colehills6105]

man i agree its wild

[@gabi-jx3xm]

Why did I read raw like gordon ramsay. Anyways

[@juanrecinos1337]

You Amazing I love you.

[@JM-fo1te]

The bassist isn't even playing. Anybody else notice that?

[@allora7544]

ITs not raw, it has backing tracks...

[@eleaprevel9393]

the blue eyeliner makes this even more a vibe

[@JeanASMR]

This song is perfect. I wouldn't get tired of listening to it, it really makes me very emotional; it's very special for me

[@vaguebrownfox]

Man, my spotify yearly music story thing was so weird. I saw clairo on every slide. I didn't realize I was so obsessed!

[@JeanASMR]

@@vaguebrownfox Great hahaha, it's very curious, I discovered it later this year and I listen to it a lot, maximum two or three songs have a special meaning for me, but "Bags" ir very TOP, it really makes me cry

[@NIGHTMAREDEATH101]

Jean ASMR. Songs like that are the best

[@packstarali9650]

Yessir, i keep coming back daily in a week.

[@Kebinwmiles]

thank you for sharing

[@ishi8272]

*is it just me or does this song really hit different?*

[@lolol0375]

Just you and few other tasteless people

[@nohaybanda3061]

Moudi ًِ lol. Classic music snob that can let people enjoy music. Lol they’re always lurking

[@Ilcon14Ps3]

This song feels like something diferent to me. I dont know why

[@jeremyhatton1096]

I mean this song isn’t the most amazing and unique song in the world to me but it’s definitely not tasteless

[@silentrice7399]

it’s just the *bold* text

[@alanalino4554]

i love how she sings with her eyes closed, like she's so deeply connected to the song she doesn't care about making a performance or anything, just feels the melody completely.

[@retrorewind6042]

I think shes looking down at the guitar. You can see her eyes move sometimes when her hands move position

[@NickyNicest]

Shutup

[@yesmemarcus]

A berserk and a clairo fan, now that is what I call cultured.

[@alanalino4554]

@@yesmemarcus thanks bro lol

[@LouisaHarmon]

I know i love her ❤❤❤

[@evie3777]

The fact that i have to watch this at least once a day

[@cranberrycanvas]

currently trying figure out how to taper down to that

[@joy.limon_]

same

[@alderaangirl]

hearing the intro of her playing the guitar is just so comforting i cant explain it... the chords r so insanely good

[@lolaarnold5799]

heartshakings Yea but they’re also simple i don’t know how she makes them sound so special

[@headforopenwaters]

hahah HA she doesn’t make them sound any special, just play them like she does and add a bit of reverb to it. but i agree it sounds nice:)

[@screenwriter4208]

It's not the chords. It's her voice

[@HolyCanoley]

*plays literally the same 3 major chords for 5 minutes straight* Kids: "OMG...these chords r so insanely good. She's a genius!"

[@sumilal5108]

It's Rostum

[@whatithoughtyouwere]

The prettiest side profile!

[@connorrrj02]

I swear I’m so jealous

[@lovelyojazziee]

lmao frr in jealous

[@lilies2746]

this will always be my favorite version

[@em8969]

couldn't agree more.

[@PaulJacob4liberty]

I'm a cisgendered 60-year-old man and this is simply a great song. Whatever one's sex or sexual preference, relationships are always between two people. We are all in this together . . . even breaking up.

[@nya4198]

well said!! wish more adults were like you

[@Thtchiick2]

you definitely passed the vibe check

[@kyrosnag]

You’rejustafreaklikeme we’ve started to move beyond the need for people like you

[@lauren-xy1fk]

You’rejustafreaklikeme it’s just a term why are you mad

[@to-the-end]

You my freind, are an OK boomer :)) lol

[@annabanana2526]

Why am I obsessed with her? I have a huge crush on her 😩

[@peters5090]

cause shes hot

[@DragonRazor9283]

🙋‍♂️

[@guillermoreborn]

same

[@lerass2992]

AnnaBanana клайро моя,бич, прочь свои банановые руки от моей ягодки

[@isagriffey4751]

i’m a girl and i have the biggest crush on her

[@comicnewbie3675]

I need friends who listen to this kinda music I swear 😭

[@bathroommango]

IDK Anime Reviews Well I think we could be friend

[@comicnewbie3675]

mango hit me up (:

[@jaquejaiden]

well heyy

[@tochbeltran8423]

Same here

[@comicnewbie3675]

@@tochbeltran8423 hey !

[@PianowithNate]

the precision in her vocals on this is absolutely unreal

[@aylin3065]

LOOK HOW CUTE THE DRUMMER IS WHILE PLAYING HIS DRUM OMG

[@JenJenChronicallyChIll]

Adorable! 😍

[@edvardhermano8697]

i’m gay for him..*scratches nape* what’s his name

[@angelofdarkness9240]

she pours her whole self into this song every time

[@ecstacy2921]

Hi lol

[@bella7678]

@@ecstacy2921 Hi lol

[@ecstacy2921]

@@bella7678 bella, I'm more mature now

[@bella7678]

@@ecstacy2921 lmfaoooo

[@ecstacy2921]

@@bella7678 you can laugh in my dms

[@anna-gs4qf]

when she said "yeah" i felt that

[@evettezendejas9380]

anna yes

[@153greeney]

YEAH

[@GabrielCsaba]

As a certified old fart, I'm here to slap anyone come tell me the kids ain't doing anything worthy these days.

[@amandah.2202]

Ppl will always say that even 100s of years from now lmao

[@jdsalbion]

100% brother (as another old fart!)

[@janetsummers7988]

thanks Gabe :)

[@JohnnyNowhere]

Is 65 an old fart? I reckon I qualify then. I think that a lot of these kids are writing good material as well.

[@Pancho308]

75 here. All started in Woodstock. Stay current or get old and closed minded. Check out Cannons.

[@jahi6736]

The vocal choices she makes are spot on

[@BriveAW]

Agreed this particular performance really stands out compared to the studio one where as some has said sounds flat and not as lively she really showcases her vocals on this one.

[@AsimovBR]

@@BriveAW 100%

[@cialatr]

It's so cool how she has her sound and style figured out at such a young age. I find her voice and style very unique. I'm in love with her lyrics

[@4stupidletters]

im in love with her

[@KikoXED]

Yeah

[@faithdumindin7493]

MY SIDE PROFILE COULD NEVERKJSDLKJLAJ

[@adriannabooth305]

She needs a tiny desk concert

[@maxineguillermo7736]

this is still my favorite version

[@Musicxlove34]

me and my wife will be head banging to this song at our wedding someday. so thank u, claire.

[@_gonehome_]

Madison Flores hell yeah! sounds like u are gonna have a lit wedding someday :)

[@_gonehome_]

Thursday Lane's #2 Fan what the heck bro

[@anna-gs4qf]

this is so cute

[@x9naota360]

@Thursday Lane's #2 Fan fucking gell that was great

[@x9naota360]

Hell*

[@CasioOnAPlasticBeach]

went to see her in detroit, sadly the entire crowd was 14 year old girls who wouldn’t let you move around or hear her over their screaming, she has such a soft voice. so i appreciate videos like this where its stripped down and you can really hear her voice, its so soft and beautiful

[@jersieyDono]

Casio on a plastic beach same thing with Milwaukee! it was horrible:/ so many teens tried to touch her every moment she was near the edge so she literally scooted back with her mic stand lol

[@CasioOnAPlasticBeach]

jersiey.dono.potato so sad! she deserves a better, more respectful audience! at mine a couple rows ahead of me i watched a group of three girls put lipgloss all over this unsuspecting girls hair ahead of them. why? teenage girls are the worst and the venue was full of them.

[@laurenc14]

Same, saw her in LA & couldn’t enjoy her show because everyone was screaming/talking the entire time. Still made the best of it but was a bit annoying.

[@ramannoodles5600]

oh my god, same issue in montreal. seriously upset at hm the crowd ruined the show

[@spreadthegospelandrepent]

I bet they wear wearing jeans and had dyed hair

[@mariileonn]

this song will always be my safe place

[@wbmarceloz]

Same

[@rosagenao]

samesies

[@graceradice468]

i watch this performance at least once a day - it's called self care

[@153greeney]

You know it!

[@siddharthchougale3732]

You mean self-Claire?😂

[@CursedClips]

protect her at all costs

[@faithdumindin7493]

3:39 THE WAY SHE SAID BAGS

[@sleepisirrelevant1067]

I'm living for that

[@jude7143]

So good 😢

[@greg4life902]

She soooo fucking talented, not only does she have an angelic voice but she can play a GUITAR with her EYES CLOSED for a 4 MINUTE SONG

[@N.slash.A.]

This song makes me think of my first time with the first girl I ever loved. I sent her a letter (per her request) - reconnecting for the first time in the past 5+ years. I included this in a playlist I wrote out (like we used to make for each other). She passed away from a fent OD a couple of months ago before finishing her letter back to me. Today is her birthday.

[@salasaint]

bless your memories of her, and the memories of your time together 🕊️

[@shuntzu8649]

I'm sorry for your loss but why you gotta kill the vibe :ccccc

[@BriveAW]

Oh my god I’m so sorry that’s so poetically tragic and I hope your healing from the loss

[@BriveAW]

@@shuntzu8649 I disagree it’s not killing the vibe it’s reality and clearly this song resonates with that hurtful experience I hope they are doing ok. Again sorry for your loss buddy

[@rockepuncha]

@@shuntzu8649 Most tone deaf and unnecessary comment in KZbin history what the hell 😭

[@alexandriaking2410]

I love how she looks so natural. Like a real human and not a “famous person” who has to look “unreal”

[@tindraakerlind9748]

ok but she’s still unreal in a way🥺

[@akiko3726]

@@tindraakerlind9748 yes her voice is unreal

[@emptywords1916]

They all start like that, she’s not that famous yet. Time will only tell

[@snail2245]

I feel like that makes people more attractive, like when someone looks like an ordinary person, they look kinda attractive, like their natural features make them more pretty looking, idk, I mean everyone is attractive, but natural just seems more attractive to me

[@akiko3726]

@@snail2245 or to abbreviate; people who don't try hard are especially attractive.

[@BabvBlues]

WOW SHE IS SO TALENTED!!

[@victorsanchez7144]

You’re too actually

[@alexcantu3539]

They^

[@michaelrivera1724]

Not really

[@ac-fp9lx]

@@michaelrivera1724 jealous

[@impulsiveDecider]

@@ac-fp9lx He probably wanted to point out that it doesn't take talent to get where she is but dedication, time and a whole lot of willpower. I am sure he wanted to make a compliment :)

[@drewdeblasiis9816]

its crazy how soft her voice is, makes me so emotional

[@BriveAW]

Fr she has a talent to make you feel her pain on those walk-in out the DOOR with your BAAAAAGGGSSS I LOVE IT

[@spidermancentro3591]

I love this song; specifically this version: her passion confirms an authentic experience. When I watch this video, I think about my daughters and how much they've grown. I think about their future such as their first crush,their first relationship, how their experience will be when they become teenagers and all the ups and downs of life.

[@spidermancentro3591]

Thanks for liking my video I hope you're not an extraterrestrial

[@ch1ck3nr0ll]

I LIKE HER LIVE VERSIONS MOREEEEEEEE ITS SO GENUINE AND NOSTALGIC

[@alwaystiredboy]

GOSH SHES SO PRETTY

[@badtotheappendixx]

repping loveless respect

[@Prosegoldmusic]

i saw someone make a comment about her closing her eyes when she’s singing? all i can tell you is that playing and being the lead guitarist and singer of an extremely tight band is an extremely exhilarating feeling that no one who hasn’t done it can really explain . you feel really in control of something intense

[@35mmonica]

SO TRUE

[@heusker]

This is probably one of the best live performances I've ever seen.

[@handanarts]

The drummer played way different than the original version

[@privcraft_]

I dig it

[@RymanWooten]

Han Danarts I love it tho

[@abeultra]

So?

[@MrEmidan]

The drummer in the record who actually it’s a girl, it’s a different one for the live shows who is the guy on the video.

[@victormujat4710]

He's actually playing the same patterns, these drums just have a different sound. It's because the ones on the studio version are gated, meaning the reverb is cut off so they sound sharper and more precise. This live drum set doesn't have that effect on it, so we hear the whole drum sound.

[@milipearse]

one of the best songs of the year! Proud to watch them flourish from afar

[@cheeseburgerbae5272]

ugh her voice... so dreamy

[@rogerzambranomusic]

The drummer is so into it.

[@denilsoncamposgonzales5258]

Do you know his name? I fell in love him.

[@rogerzambranomusic]

@@denilsoncamposgonzales5258 no :(

[@jujuwakeup]

@eddiestx ! he’s so fire

[@daveh2612]

@@denilsoncamposgonzales5258his name is Eddie Burns, Chicago dude and a beast of a drummer

[@cehart123]

she is so so ridiculously talented. and this is definitely my favorite song this year❤️claire

[@rubidouxfilms4872]

Claire Hartman it’s 3 bar chords. Relax. Lol. Good song tho.

[@jdchy6181]

this song sums up my current situation with a close straight friend of mine and i cant emphasize on how much i adore it

[@sv4773]

jd chy same, I think of this everytime I text with him (he doesn’t even go to my school so we barely see each other)

[@dusant.6370]

😭

[@christianameida9353]

@ Omg, That's exactly what happened to me, I said that I liked him then He just said "I have never felt this for anyone, sorry", just it. He spoke to everyone in our class and stopped to talk with me, now we pretend that we are strangers,and it's hurts so much. Ps: sorry for my English idk.

[@sophiamr4008]

@@christianameida9353 dude it's okay :( I'm so sorry for everything that has been going on but please take care of yourself first! I am not gay, but I can pretty much relate to the fact that someone doesn't love you the way you love them.. Being vulnerable and open and expressing your love is never wrong. I am so proud of you. I dont even have the guts to confess are u kidding me. So take a deep breath, I know I'm 2 months late buT I want u to know that u have to be your first priority. You put YOURSELF first and then the others come second🌱 self love is a tough progress but im sure you can do it!

[@rogerzambranomusic]

Same. Tired of the mixed signals.

[@ProfessorBooty69]

She really put her whole Clairussy into this.

[@webkinzfan00]

Shame

[@DGOPlays]

what the f

[@yuzumako]

your username just makes this comment even better lmao

[@jouhajohnny]

Huh? 😭💀

[@Curtis3604]

sometimes I randomly think about this comment and laugh to myself

[@bleh1111111]

I saw clairo this last year and this was what she chose for an encore. She started tearing up onstage and it made all the times I’ve cried to this song feel validated

[@cossrabales9093]

This sounds better than the studio recording

[@samjaymalin4958]

Lyrics [Verse 1] Every second counts I don't wanna talk to you anymore, All these little games You can call me by the name I gave you yesterday, Every minute counts I don't wanna watch TV anymore, yeah Can you figure me out? Just doin' this to waste more time on the couch [Chorus] Can you see me? I'm waiting for the right time I can't read you, but if you want, the pleasure's all mine Can you see me using everything to hold back? I guess this could be worse Walking out the door with your bags Walking out the door with your bags Walking out the door with your bags Walking out the door with your bags, [Verse 2] Pour your glass of wine Mitchell told me I should be just fine (Yeah) Cases under the bed Spill it open, let it rush to my head I don't wanna be forward, I don't wanna cut corners Savor this with everything I have inside of me I'm not the type to run I know that we're having fun But what's the rush? Kissing, then my cheeks are so flushed Tell you how I felt Sugar coated melting in your mouth Pardon my emotions I should probably keep it all to myself Know you'd make fun of me Know you'd make fun of me Know you'd make fun of me Know you'd make fun of me [Chorus] Can you see me? I'm waiting for the right time I can't read you, but if you want, the pleasure's all mine Can you see me using everything to hold back? I guess this could be worse Walking out the door with your bags Walking out the door with your bags Walking out the door with your bags Walking out the door with your bags

[@zochada]

Samuel Jaymalin has to

[@opusnoctem3650]

it's "Bet you'll tell me i should be just fine" not mitchell lol

[@coolbeans6184]

Opus Noctem it is Mitchell lol, after Joni Mitchell it’s a reference

[@matodinamo]

@@opusnoctem3650 its Mitchell

[@rezapadipasi4275]

Who is Mitchell?

[@coss1]

The live version has such an intimate, emotional feel to it. I love the recorded version, but the live version brings another layer of pathos.

[@tashsimon]

I have listened to this over 30 times in the span of 2 days

[@HHCforlife]

I fucking love Clairo, she's so awesome

[@EliteSports24]

The sound quality is insane!

[@D0ggyB0nez]

just listen to the lyrics "every minute counts, I don't want to watch TV anymore!" I just love it

[@spidermancentro3591]

I don't why, but this song almost does it for me. So many deep regrets in my life. I wake up each day and remind myself to enjoy my day. To forgive myself for all my failures. I make excuses to soften the blow. I say things like, "alot of the men in my family were like this." I accept it as perfection yet deep sensations arise when I reflect on my greatest defeats. Disturbing thoughts that have crossed my mind so often they've now become beliefs. Part of being in hell is being so close to being free; Being so close to achieving dreams and goals worthy enough to consider yourself redeemed.

[@amyckan]

claire will forever hold a special place in my heart, no matter what. her songs made me feel comforted as soon as i heard them

[@BriveAW]

Like a hug 🫂

[@jocenotbroke]

here before it blows up. love you claire.

[@leamariebanan]

Happy 4 years Bags! This song saved me in so many ways. My favorite song. Love every version Claire have made, and Dominic's. But this has to be my all time favorite version. so beautiful. Never commented on a youtube video before. But this one goes to my favorite song and my lucky number 4!❤

[@flayedtwig4550]

I watch this religiously

[@xelianee]

girl crush forever!

[@cyrus2430]

yeah let’s un-normalize that term pls

[@xelianee]

@@cyrus2430 what’s wrong with it lol

[@xarzroth2298]

This songs means a lot to me even though sad memories tied with it.

[@leeners_]

this song is my favourite song. period. it will never get old and it reminds me of both sad and happy times, and it's just nostalgic and pure and good. yeah.

[@mattbond6699]

Her improv vocal parts are awesome. Super impressed.

[@burbserryyyy1185]

so angelic so pure so smooth so interesting & special 10/10

[@femaleenergy3453]

I can’t explain how much I absolutely LOVE this song. It reminds me of the summer when the wind was blowing through my hair. The sun on my face. The smell of the hot trees and grass...really miss it.

[@aisyah-by5tj]

i keep coming back to this :") hearing clairo live sounds like a dream 🥲

[@brrryan2908]

The story and emotions portrayed in this song are beautiful and haunting.

[@webgirl]

EVERYONE VIBIN

[@monojhqm]

Clairo has definitely improved!

[@invisiblepuppet3437]

1set ky she has. She went from “Pretty Girl” to this in 2 years.

[@sroody8008]

saw her perform a few weeks before her immunity tour. small warehouse in philly and I was 5 feet away from her. absolutely surreal. then I was actually in a mosh pit with her. her music makes me feel so much when I rarely feel at all. an experience i’ll hold extremely close to my heart everyday

[@Keshiiuuu]

bags is my favorite song, it’s March 1st 2023 and right now this is my favorite song from Clairo!!! I’ve been listening over and over and I’m obsessed with this version.

[@stripetees7433]

i vibe with this song a lot 🥺 i’m so proud of claire and hayley, eddie and dejon are amazing 💞💕💖

[@laurelgrisham6739]

a gorgeous person with a gorgeous personality

[@wingding7955]

Simultaneously smiling and crying has never felt so good

[@dumplingglin]

this is the best version of bags imo

[@james555c]

Amazing how she stayed asleep throughout the whole thing

[@coolbeans6184]

I think for anyone who’s felt like this for a friend this song encapsulates the feeling perfectly and that’s why it means so much to people :)

[@gesha.alld6664]

Clairo is the sweetiest thing in this planet

[@MartianFaceRock]

I love the lyrics. They hit me in a very emotional place. Sometimes I blast this song on repeat when I'm sad. It never gets old to me. Timeless.

[@TheWhisperCooks]

I had a vision that I am gonna go to her concert one day She is stunning

[@TheFatalVice]

I normally never comment. But I had to. The cadence of her voice is simply amazing. I am merely mesmerized, especially the first line she sings.

[@natsaij.g1942]

This reminded me of why this is one of my favourite songs of all time

[@woahsarah]

the talented legend popping awf as usual 😌❤️

[@kimeras]

Sarah Fuentes 🖤

[@leylavera4276]

Bro, I came to terms with my sexuality when I heard this song and I’m proud to say I’m BISEXUAL. This song just hit different in that moment, honestly, the perfect song to accept who you are and who you choose to love

[@bfrierson88]

My niece spells her name like yours

[@Jordan22220]

Sorry to hear that.

[@ran7012]

@@Jordan22220 Sorry you were born

[@Gofaw]

@@ran7012 sorry you don't have a dad

[@DrHouse888]

Haha queer

[@youtubewatchers]

This song and lyrics is perfect!❤

[@user-re7nb2uf5t]

i cannot explain how this song makes me feel. like i wish i could but its too good. best song ever.

[@kaylavandyke6256]

this is like therapy

[@sarako_o]

this was my shit 3 years ago listening to this banger again a couple years later im crying my eyes out

[@mfmagic1349]

the production of this song is so fucking good

[@farrahdittrich2675]

There will never be a time when I don’t come back to this version of this song

[@clevernickname8095]

About 2 months ago I was in a toxic relationship and this song randomly came up on Spotify and it just... destroyed me. I don't cry a lot, but this made me ugly cry. All that repressed anger and sadness was just released. I broke up with that douche and looking back now, I think this song was my motivation to do so. Thank you for that, Clairo

[@megs2875]

This song is honestly my most favourite song in the world. I don’t think any other song has had impact on me like this 😭😭 just beautiful

[@cnelsonmusic_]

This song never gets old.

[@davidtrizna4088]

Her voice is so smooth, and soothing. Don't ever stop making music, we appreciate you and all that you do to share your music will all of us. You are truly a blessing to us all.

[@ceciliaaaaaa6918]

i swear to god i’m so in love with her

[@SOAMLE]

Those backup vocals are the real MVP

[@MrUltracoin]

This song hits so hard.

[@dantron7073]

Wow... She's so good live!

[@barcmolan7008]

it's summer 2023 and i still enjoy this so much like it was yesterday ✌️☀️✨