Ex:Re - Where the Time Went (with 12 Ensemble)

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"Where The Time Went (with 12 Ensemble)” is the first song from Ex:Re with 12 Ensemble. Released digitally on the 19th February 2021 on 4AD and Glassnote Records: exre.ffm.to/exrewith12ensembl...
Directed and edited by Elena Tonra
Filmed by Antonia Luxem, Paul Rice and Elena Tonra
Post by Paul Rice
“Where The Time Went (with 12 Ensemble)” was arranged for strings by Josephine Stephenson and performed live by Elena Tonra and 12 Ensemble at Kings Place, London, on the 30th November 2019. Recorded by Fabian Prynn, mixed by Jonathan Lefèvre-Reich and mastered by Benjamin Joubert.
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[@_Seasons]

This girl is a gift, a blessing.

[@jaovic1993]

True ❤️

[@tylerdunross6385]

Well spoken.

[@osamasaichi4355]

Preach.

[@YohanSBach]

Thank you honey

[@asmitamajumder6260]

yep she definitely is.

[@lauraelisa9169]

I'm 20 and I've been listening Elena's songs for years now. I feel like I've grown up with a sister. Her music helped me many times (in many different contexts). Now it feels like I received a letter from a sister I had no news for a long time. I'm so happy!

[@osamasaichi4355]

Elena bewitches all her fans. that's what this phenomenally talented human being is capable of.

[@ShaneSteadycam]

I badly regret not going to this show. I checked and there were a few tickets left, then I checked flights and checked a few days later and it was sold out. Regrets, I've had a few aha Hopefully she releases a live DVD of the show. 'Romance' will never leave my top 10, ever!

[@emilybeach238]

same here. from listening to daughter at 13, and ex:re at 16, to now being 18. she's been a consistent part of my teenage life, which i can only say about a select few artists.

[@user-fs9kf9el2o]

@@emilybeach238 it must be tough being able to sympathize with such sad music at a young age ; )

[@duncanwcraig9668]

i'm 54 almost 55 and love her. what a songwriter. hello from australia. such a good london film.

[@hausflora6715]

She paints pictures with her voice. Beautiful.

[@priscilagabrieli3307]

I was really missing hearing her voice

[@hossamal-dinhassan9652]

Finally we been waiting so long for you to post anything

[@asfandshaikh2338]

Ikr.

[@juneclemments4996]

You make it sound like your entitled to her work or somthin, stuffs pretty hard for a lot of people rn chill the tone.

[@ItsMe-bs3zk]

I know right

[@4ad_official]

💜💜💜

[@hossamal-dinhassan9652]

Don't make us wait for so long 🖤

[@Derpfy]

vinyl pls >___> that cover is gorgeous

[@sgtLPH]

You guys know that we need a physical release, right!? :*

[@lindytalbot6351]

Dear fellow commenters: There is great comfort in reading all of your words, thoughts and hearts. There is obviously something very special about Elena and the music she, Daughter and all her collaborators have woven into our lives. It is no small feat that people from all over the world can feel united in our emotional connections, sadness, sense of belonging and, ultimately, hope. Thank you, Elena, and to my friends and soul mates across the planet. May we all find peace and happiness in the music, and in our lives.

[@antonio8439]

"God I miss you It's been too much I can't stand it"

[@gmac8881]

😭

[@babyspoot]

New album soon perhaps? No? Ok i can listen to this for the 5 thousandth time

[@haydendutton6916]

@@ALIGATOR007 The "new album" isn't a new album, it's a live album. It's her solo album performed live with 12 Ensemble Orchestra. I'm hoping for more news soon on a real new album for sure, hopefully either with Daughter or even another solo project, I just need more new music injected into my veins right now. That being said, this live album will be special. I actually find this rendition of the song better than the original and more emotional, I'm sure the 12 Ensemble collaboration might benefit a few of the quieter songs on the album (I'm curious about Romance, the Dazzler and Too Sad as well as they were the more Daughter-esque songs on the album, could be good)

[@bootybandit4402]

@@haydendutton6916 I completely agree. I am addicted to her music. I feel a sense of loss and longing when I hear her music. It makes me miss something I never had. Only a true artist can perform something so moving. Her vocals are so haunting and and her lyrics are so deep. I’ve listen to her since daughters album If You Leave. I was only 11. I know I’m telling you a lot but she has changed me who I am as a person. It connected me to really nice people and I finally didn’t feel alone. It’s crazy how music influences us.

[@callistawilson232]

New Daughter album hopefully coming late this year!

[@bootybandit4402]

@@callistawilson232 REALLY!!

[@bootybandit4402]

@GL S IDK WHAT DO DO WITH THIS INFORMATION

[@Marcel-qm9qf]

Thanks to Elena, Josephine Stephenson and 12 Ensemble for creating these beautiful renditions of the original songs.

[@bootybandit4402]

it’s so relieving to see you are still posting. We love you and miss you and I can’t wait to hear more beautiful music.

[@youthurricane]

God I missed you. Hope you're doing safe and sound. I'm not used to comment on videos, but i just need to thank you for existing and sharing your voices, thoughs and soul with us. I could write a bible and still wouldnt be enought to thank you. Seeing you in 2018 literally saved my life, having your songs through the years make me feel less alone, more like having a friend at long distance. so once again, thank you so much for existing Elena.

[@hachiboxx3631]

WAIT IT’S STILL ALIVE? YES OH MY GOD- MY FAVORITE BAND

[@sofieamundssen]

i am fourteen and i am trying to write stories, as much as i can. i wanna be a writer in the future. i listened ex:re in 2018 for the first time. from that day, whenever i stuck and don't know what the write in my stories, i come here. your songs are inspiring me, thank you for that. a teenage girl from turkey

[@aetherclouds1181]

and how is the journey going?

[@konradowczarek2544]

Would also like to know

[@darrianvinet3941]

That's beautiful. I've been listening to her since somewhere around 2012 or so. Landfill by Daughter was her first song I heard, and it helped to inspire a story I've had in mind for years. My life has gone in many unexpected, difficult directions which distracted me from writing. But the story Elena partially inspired is finally coming together. Keep writing, kid. Never stop, there are stories in you that must be told.

[@deniskamau916]

"I'm not crying, you're crying"

[@mikxtaa]

Hey Elena I know you'll probably won't see this but you don't know how much your music has stuck with me. During a time I was feeling alone all your music from both daughter and Ex.Re made me feel as if I wasn't alone. You helped me really understand how I was feeling and helped me get through those times. Everyday I listen to your music. You even brought one of my favorite games to me, life is strange and my god the soundtrack for life is strange before the storm was fucking awesome. I could write more but I know you'll never read it haha. Although if you do just know I appreciate you for creating music that has stuck with me for years.

[@GrafBazooka]

why the fuck artists never read youtube comments :c

[@parth5690]

In your wedding i could crash it and whisper in your ears, "God, i missed you" It touched me

[@sockmonkeyman23]

NEW EX:RE, LET'S GOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@666gatsu666]

When I listen to Elena's songs I always end up drunk and sad. And it's better than it seems.

[@cesarwalker6654]

Listening her voice again after all this time (since "Poke") It's a pleasure for the ears, you're an angel Elena pls we need more music, with Daughter and Ex:Re

[@shakeitoff1000]

Truly haunting in the best way. These songs make you truly feel something; feelings you may suppress or feel ashamed of feeling. They let you embrace that melancholia we're told to hide.

[@UpvoteSoup]

Hope You’re well Elena! 🙏

[@ancob9963]

I need this, you music save my live, even when i dont understant your language I enjoy all of the type of music you Made. You áre wonderfull.

[@heathpiper9604]

New music sweet spot. Sometimes, you get an internal sense. A deep longing that seems to be inately in some, but not all, to hear/discover new music. It’s not always there. Often we go to our familiar. We know what mood we are in. We know what music will be matched perfectly to that mood. Those around us won’t understand the choice or the transcendence of the song because their moods aren’t aligned with yours. But then, sometimes you are on the search for the new. Something to floor you. A new favourite album. Your album of the year. It’s hard to find. Sometimes you can fool yourself into thinking you have found the gem, but you know something isn’t quite right about what you’re hearing. Maybe a song extrapolates a feeling that you weren’t capable of articulating but doesn’t quite hit the heart mark. I was tired. I was out of my comfort Zone. I was drunk during the day, with people I didn’t really know going to places I don’t usually visit. I was in two minds about what to Do with the rest of my day. I Sobered up. I slept. I washed my car. I decided to take the awakened path and search for a feeling through art. I got In my car and started to drive. To see my fav artist. Tickets I’d bought months ago. You might put on the artist you are on the way to see. But not tonight. Driving roads I never drive. And then it happened. The first song of the album just hit me. Ex re.

[@abraummain3573]

I was listening to the same song when this popped in my notifications 😂🔥🔥🖤

[@azaraxy]

this was definitely the best thing to wake up to

[@finnie]

My idol.

[@joshywhvick]

Most cry through their eyes, elena cries through her voice

[@ehsanmohammadi3675]

"God, I've missed you, it is too much I can't stand it". Then I'll cry in staff room. It hits hard down to my bones and heart, the exact feeling I experienced, crushed, shattered, crying and standing up again.

[@sxcredmxsary]

SESH!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@migratory.114]

god bless you for doing what you do. god bless you.

[@-nat3903]

I had instantly goosebumps, this is so beautiful, thank you.

[@YohanSBach]

Exactly what I was going to say!

[@yumesato07]

This album is one of the most beautiful things I've heard in my life. I'm so grateful we get this gift in such dark times

[@TheLarissagabrielle]

A masterpiece, I could die happy listening to this!

[@Captanuki]

I'm so late to this, but I'm glad I could wake up to a serenade such as this.

[@rikaae]

[Verse 1] You could open with your failings Make them understand, show the love notes Make them picture with their eyes closed Make them wonder where the time goes Keep your distance south of river Draw a line, they are not together Make it screech, stop, wait, turn red Make me wonder where the time went [Chorus] You will not save me a stand-off Be not a stranger land here I will leave this empty-handed Feeling selfish, common as shit [Verse 2] Leave me question where your heart lends How you open-wounded withstand Lead me into some false pretence I will ruin you in a second Leave it up to interpretation Open-ended invitation And your wedding, I could crash it Whisper in your ear “God, I've missed you It's been too much, I can’t stand it” [Bridge] Then I cried there in the staff room Selling my seats to your concert I won't stomach it if I see you Walking so tall, I can't reach you Happier, pretty picture With some new pretty little blue [Outro] You will not save me a stand-off You will not save me a stand-off

[@Jhon-vf4xl]

I so glad I found this video. I thought she hasn't made any new songs since 2019 😅

[@ThreeProphets]

She sounds so good with strings

[@belenbinaghi3989]

Elena's magnific voice + an orchestra is so much more than I could have asked. Blessed

[@sugarforthepill7798]

What can I say? The best breakup album and the best vocal got its ensemble

[@dylanbuchman8128]

This sounds and looks like nostalgia for a time past and a feeling of loss

[@endlessinbetweens]

Masterful arrangements by Josephine, exquisitely executed by the 12 Ensemble and Elena. I was so lucky to be at this concert. I hope All I Wanted features on the tracklist as a special treat, it was beautiful.

[@sugabud]

Too sad is still my favourite but my god, her voice with these kind of instruments is just even more beautiful

[@toxicbld_Subs]

I felt like everything was screwed up, but then Elena came and made me want to be alive.

[@andrewkole]

The best track remake i have ever seen, strings are soooo good for it

[@secondchance182]

So happy to see this come out. It’s one of the best gigs I’ve ever been too. Such a transcendent album and enhanced by the 12 strings arrangement. I pray we get another solo record someday. X

[@jennyd9691]

One of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard.

[@osamasaichi4355]

Love you Elena. My favourite musician of all time.♾️❤️

[@StEph-hg9be]

Not sure if you're here to kill me or save me, just keep going. Love ya girl.

[@ericwilliams3174]

You could open with your feelings Make them understand show them the love notes Make them picture with their eyes closed Make them wonder where the time goes Keep your distance of the river Draw a line, you're not together Make it screech stop wait and turn red Make me wonder where the time went You will not save me a stand off Be another stranger and here I will leave this empty handed Feeling selfish coming us, shit Leave me questioning where your heart leans How you open wounded wing start Leave me into some fools pretends I will ruin you in a second Leave it up to interpretation Open ended invitation In your wedding I can crush it Whisper in your ear God I miss you It's been too much I can't stand it Then I'll cry there in the staff room Selling my seats to your concerts I won't stomachache if I see you Walking so tall I can reach you Happier pretty picture With some new pretty little blue You will not save me a stand off You will not save me a stand off Ur welcome ✨

[@antononononon]

I believe it's 'I won't stomach it if I see you'

[@duncanwcraig9668]

You could open with your failings....

[@arielthemermaid3576]

“Ur welcome ✨” girl what? Those lyrics weren’t even right lmao, thanks for nothing I guess?

[@yasminebelaid9743]

It was about damn time 😭😭 u were much missed elena 💜

[@EduardoRevolloCuello]

One of my favorite songs ... Elena you have an incomparable gift ... I hope you will give us new songs soon

[@user-hw6ut8dx2s]

i love you so much, Elena, with my whole heart this music describe everything i felt and will feel

[@Mustafa-by9lm]

God i hate myself for even being an hour late :( love thissss!!!!

[@kakojtovorchit]

wonderful work, wonderful song! lots of love from russia.

[@thecaptainontour7704]

I think this is the most insanely beautiful music I've ever heard.

[@Alarmsilence]

Best Version of the song and perfect Video visuals . Very touching....very emotional, very authentic. Thank you.

[@Mi_ro_dri]

I come here as if I was a believer, to a sanctuary, just pay my respects to my dear ones who passed away, my loved ones who live far away, to get carried away by the feelings. Away is the word. Elena takes me away. I don’t know about god but there is beauty in stargazing, in a quartet, in melancholy, in honoring the past, in Elena herself.

[@helenafish5979]

Love this song so much✨ Love Ex:Re & Daughter 🖤 Love you, Elena Tonra✨ from Russia 🇷🇺 with big love 🖤 Thank you✨

[@Invest_Mesmo]

Já vou sentando o dedo nesse like, por que sei que a música vai ser uma maravilha

[@oporavic]

Cada versão que soltam das músicas deles sabe sempre muito lindo

[@lokohttp]

Gente, tô emocionadíssima

[@samserodio23]

Arrepiante . Incrível. Mágico.

[@ajeng2775]

finally elena posted something omg!!!

[@snonyc1060]

This song has so much meanings to me. Niall I’m thinking of you just you. Hopes and dreams...

[@Δ-Δ-Δ-Δ]

I have been waiting for something coming from you, Elena! Oh my God, I miss Daughter so much!

[@Cirex2118]

Can we get an instrumental version of these songs? Also instrumental with her just humming and vocalizing the music would be amazing. You are all amazing thank you for being here creating beautiful music.

[@ayeshashahid5250]

Listening to it still breaks my heart.

[@ashvideo]

THIS IS EVERYTHING

[@jausephry3080]

You cannot imagine how happy I am to see this channel is still active

[@azaraxy]

ooo wait ur pfp- glad to see theres still lis daughter/ex:re stans :D

[@jausephry3080]

@@azaraxy Haha of course and I ain't leaving :D

[@kike707rodriguez6]

Las palabras no pueden expresar lo que siento cada vez que te escucho. Eres tan sencillamente increíble Elena :')

[@nickyeah5175]

Elena is my favorite artist releasing music right now!!!! Thank you for posting. Please post more! Behind the scenes, demos and interviews would be great to see. I would love to see her talk about her songs and what they mean to her.

[@Saavycupcake]

Frisson from the strings and Elena’s haunting voice, anyone? Goosebumps throughout the song. I didn’t know how much I needed the strings to come to life to pull me in. What beauty!

[@elfranko100]

I'm obsessed with this song and the video. Beautiful. It evokes such a strong feeling.

[@muhammadyounos2769]

She is a gift on earth for while

[@TheTwoFunnyGirls]

never enough for me, this record still reverberates in my life. this is a masterpiece. this is the raging part of me that still alive. this is the self note that I'm still me. thanks for revive and making this record even better and accurate. I'm not alone.

[@schnurrend]

Elena, I am absolutely sure that if heaven exists, then your music plays there ...

[@nourtarek1514]

you make me want to cry, unleash something within me i didnt know existed. You make me feel alive. Shivers down my spine, goosebumps, and a sense of belonging. Thank you. Thank you for you and your individuality.

[@caitlyn1625]

It’s been a long time since I’ve been here and felt what this music does to me. Thank you

[@TheExcelsia]

Elena is just something else. We came a long way since The Wild Youth EP. I'm glad.

[@lui0306]

I love you❤ Thanks for everything you've done for us. Your music means the world to me

[@gu7m4m.81]

You are just what my soul needed, the tranquility I get from listening to your music is incredible. ❤️ thank you Elena!

[@Mo_msh]

Yay a song! Just what I needed. ♥️

[@JSpyx]

I love this....Waiting so long for music from them, but all the wait is worth it. Songs still really get to me.

[@raivin7172]

She's amazing! I love her and her music so much! Thank you for everything, Elena!

[@peachtea1177]

Have been waiting so long and it was definitely worth it. Absolutely beautiful ✨ the melody goes so well with Elena's voice(which never fails to amaze me) and lyrics!😊 Waiting for the album mode is on! (will be listening to this non stop while waiting )

[@ogechikaesedebe4086]

You’re so talented! I hope that when things get better you’ll have a concert in New York!

[@Miach_M]

I've been waiting for your music! Thank you, Elena! I love you!

[@betholivia99]

One part of me wants to cry to this. Thank you so much for creating such an emotional work of art 💕

[@brandonfleming7118]

I love her music so much.

[@jaqueitch]

Heavenly voice. I could die listening to her.

[@arteriesveins6029]

Absolutely beautiful, I love the photography I love everything about this, thanks Eleanor!!

[@phantlers]

At my age now you drop out of the loop. I heard Shallows at the end of Sea Fever, my first hearing of Daughter and they have been around for years. I am by now comfortably alone and fiercely independent but some of these sentiments, as exquisitely detailed in this music, reveal an inner yearning to be once again in love, with all the concomitant pain and sorrow. Overexposure.

[@tankgirlfan1]

You move me with everything you do Elena. Your music takes me to places. Thank you...

[@supergato4488]

I can't wait for the full album, this is beautiful!

[@missvioletblue]

Magnificent, Elena, as always, thank you

[@red.poison]

You are a gift to the world

[@mzhits8981]

Thank u so much Elena Tonra For this lovely piece ❤️

[@gmac8881]

Hauntingly amazing 💛

[@6Hikari6]

This music is true magic

[@esmth]

Love it and anything you do!

[@dimkorfio]

My soul feels a bit calmer now. I've been listening to the whole album on repeat for all these days. Thank you

[@browneyesblackdragon7999]

This song is so amazing and even better live 🥰 ugh why do I love songs that make me sad 🤸‍♀️💔