Florence + The Machine - Howl (Live on Letterman)

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Florence + The Machine - Howl (Lyrics)
If you could only see the beast you've made of me
I held it in, but now it seems you've set it running free
Screaming in the dark, I howl when we're apart
Drag my teeth across your chest to taste your beating heart
My fingers claw your skin, try to tear my way in
You are the moon that breaks the night for which I have to howl
My fingers claw your skin, try to tear my way in
You are the moon that breaks the night for which I have to
Howl, howl
Howl, howl
Now there's no holding back, I'm ready to attack
My blood is singing with your voice, I want to pour it out
The saints can't help me now, the ropes have been unbound
I hunt for you with bloody feet across the hallowed ground
Like some child, possessed, the beast howls in my veins
I want to find you, tear out all your tenderness and
Howl, howl
Howl, howl
Be careful of the curse that falls on young lovers
Starts so soft and sweet, and turns them to hunters
(Hunters, hunters)
(Hunters, hunters)
(Hunters, hunters)
(Hunters, hunters)
The fabric of your flesh, pure as a wedding dress
Until I wrap myself inside your arms, I cannot rest
The saints can't help me now, the ropes have been unbound
I hunt for you with bloody feet across the hallowed ground
And howl, howl
Be careful of the curse that falls on young lovers
Starts so soft and sweet, and turns them to hunters
A man who's pure of heart and says his prayers by night
May still become a wolf when the autumn moon is bright
If you could only see the beast you've made of me
I held it in, but now it seems you've set it running free
The saints can't help me now, the ropes have been unbound
I hunt for you with bloody feet across the hallowed ground
Music video by Florence + The Machine performing Howl (Live on Letterman). © 2010 Universal Island Records Ltd. A Universal Music Company

[@HusseinBerjaoui]

I'm forever convinced that this is the most underrated FATM song.

[@cyclingtaz1976]

My fav song

[@iamfre3713]

The song that made me fall in love with them

[@robertatavares2778]

She could totally bring it back to the shows now that Dance Fever is out 😭

[@cyclingtaz1976]

@@robertatavares2778 she’s said in interviews she struggles to sing this live so rearly does it live

[@antichalgin19antichalgin31]

To much...

[@edgarazaky8256]

Never heard such a smooth voice in a live performance

[@a866903]

she kills it!

[@Tom-vk6cf]

You should watch live of shreya ghoshal once

[@dinizsan6483]

People from the world, start to listen to that lady. It's so rare to see an artist who can outdone the studio version nowasdays.

[@exmcgee1647]

IKR?

[@lockekappa500]

I really dont even listen to any of her studio versions of songs, strictly live concert or live studio versions. Thats where the magic happens.

[@hannahkate7538]

I much much much rather this version than the studio version

[@lordeismyqueen5486]

@Brian R How can you even call yourself a fan when you said something like that? This is amazing! This is 100% better than the studio version.

[@lacygorman9154]

Momma to so many despite her chronological age.

[@literallykevin]

Here for the nostalgia in 2022. Good God is this one of my favorite FATM songs. The range she has to hit is absolutely ridiculous! Dislocated my jaw in the car trying to sing along full voice back when it was first released.

[@blueoystercultforevs]

The best thing about Florence + the Machine (besides Florence's voice) is how they use drums.

[@nkita7363]

And the harpppp!

[@krishna-dp1hd]

N Kita omgggg yes I love that this a rare band that actually uses a harp

[@Aroundthefire77]

It’s very Nordic

[@SaoirseK]

Totally agree. Florence has always loved the drums and it shows.

[@Evelyne571]

she's a goddess i'm sure of it

[@xauepov70]

Évelyne Or perhaps an angel.

[@serenityvalley3251]

I've always said I could probably build a religion around her and her music. Listening to her was definitely an awakening for me. This was the 1st song I heard from her in a promo for The Tudors way back in the day.

[@serenityvalley3251]

xauepov70 no she is definitely a goddess. But If u wanna hear someone close to her musical genius u should check out Ms Mr. They have a few songs that are incredible as well. My favs being Hurricane and Fantasy.

[@LyndzyLentil]

Can't believe this was never made into a single. Definitely my favourite track off of Lungs.

[@dilaudid1]

I love the way she takes control of the stage starting when she comes out and beats that drum. She is mesmerizing!

[@isabellamartinez2804]

This is my all time favorite Florence+Machine song it's really cool I love the drama of the song and the lyrics are cool.

[@katelark4518]

I so totally agree with you except maybe for her song never let me go.

[@isabellamartinez2804]

kate lark yeah

[@katelark4518]

I cant wait to here all of her new songs from How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful. I am so excited

[@isabellamartinez2804]

kate lark me too

[@Guarlaon]

xX_Isa Cat_xX It's my favourite song too! Is very strong and powerfull!

[@loiseaunoir1021]

I read comments about debating which version is best: the studio one, or this one. When you listen to a few other live performances, you can hear several good ones, but this one stands out in particular. Reason is: she's nervous but confident, she's top shape, and the TV crew, above par. This performance is the results of the combination of all those favourable factors. The crescendo at 2:31 would've made me jump out of my chair. I wish I'd been there, that night.

[@mione134]

The best thing is if you see her live, she sounds EXACTLY like she does in her albums, in fact she sounds even BETTER. I highly suggest if you can, go see her I'm concert. It's an experience you won't forget.

[@sugarlandspringsteen]

Man she has legs for days. So beautifully elegant.

[@JudasPenguin]

Shes 6 feet tall

[@loganthekiwimaster4421]

That could be good or bad bc there r many celebrities who starve themselves bc they r ashamed of their bodies for some reason, this can and will lead to anorexia which is obviously not good

[@kyrandom2496]

Isn't her performance and powerful vocals should be the main focus?

[@user-pe2yx9kt4e]

@@kyrandom2496 agreed although I like that Florence is tall

[@leahforss710]

Nice STEMS 😍

[@TheBlackOrchidDeath]

Who can even dislike this? Her voice is stunning! That's what you call talent and a true artist!

[@averi397]

what's with the audience?! I mean if I was there I would be freaking screaming! she is amazing

[@douglasneves8674]

too polite

[@allyluvsfood9134]

kit kat They either tuned it out of the video, or the crowd was in awe!

[@vladleiva4929]

This is 2010. They were starting to get famous by then.

[@kristensantamaria5746]

With shows like Letterman, they tell you when you can make noise. The also may mic the stage to catch the band over any audience sound until they are ready for it. Just some thoughts.

[@NedasFlanderas]

To be honest - I hate when people scream at concerts. I understand their excitement but, damn, I came to listen to music, not screams. Also it sucks when you watch a live video of wonderful song and then people keep screaming and screaming and screaming in that video. It ruins video. It ruins music and song. It ruins the show. It ruins the joy. Be polite.

[@mrsuarez430]

what a performer ! shes not spooked she'll sing anywhere also I like her dreamy style

[@oluwole247]

This was effortless wow

[@kevinblank1333]

Know right! I would turn red trying to squeeze those notes.

[@vincesc720]

This woman oh my god

[@iMeatLoaf]

She really puts herself into the music, and she's one of the few singers now who has a natural voice, one that doesn't need autotune and always sounds good live, as well as in the tracks she sings.

[@ZItachiZUchihaZ]

why do i get such a witchy vibe from her

[@Adrenalime]

This is a real masterpiece, I've been listening to this song since 2014 periodically

[@m93palma]

All of Florence's songs have the most amazing lyrics I have ever heard

[@EmmaPamplin]

I honestly don't get why people don't like her! She's got THE MOST amazing voice ever, the most amazing vocals in the world and is just a plain good singer!

[@thetrueparadisecity]

When I watch her sing I can't help but smile. I don't know if it's just me but I'm just so proud of her and how she's just being herself, immersing herself into the music. It's just incredible to watch as a fan.

[@MaskOwl]

When Florence sings, you can really see it that she do it because she loves what shes doing. And I love what she do! That passion is just amazing!

[@oluwole247]

Best live performance ever !

[@mattieblackeyes957]

this was the first Florence song I ever heard and I immediately went and bought the whole album, but this still remains one of my favourite songs on that album. Since then I've seen her in concert 4 times and she's my favourite band. I can't help but notice that she seemed a lot more comfortable when she started performing barefoot and in long dresses or pants than she does here, in heels that look quite painful to wear, she is not skipping about or moving around the stage much

[@tfitzge]

She is my favorite vocalist/song writer, bar none! I can listen to her all day!

[@JLo-ms5gg]

This music is so nostalgic. Florence was my safe place growing up. I love this band and this woman so much 🩷

[@JustHereForComedy]

God. I can't pick my favourite song off the album. They're all just TOO GOOD.

[@MrRickySuperstar]

She is on a solo mission to make us remember what real musicians are all about... Respect girl..... RESPECT

[@siaschandelier]

Incredible song by an incredible artist💖

[@airene2573]

found this song in 2022 and have had it on repeat ever since! This literally one of my favorite songs ever

[@fabianaruiz9062]

this band is mindblowing

[@alypookanana]

Her voice is so hauntingly beatiful. I feel like she's telling me a story through her deep lyrics

[@sharidavis9295]

Best of the best songs ever written!!!!

[@mabinleiana]

this is by far my favorite song of hers, this song is sung so beautifully, it captured my attention!! it made me fall in love with her!!

[@avril4vr]

florence songs help me everyday.With this voice i forget my problems and keep walking with no fear. thank you flo for what you gave me and all of your fans! And howl, howl Howl, howl!!!

[@Ckuroyama1]

This group is amazing, really like the sound especially the vocals. Bet the shows are crazy!

[@markko57]

Incredible voice and presence!

[@terenceterterCC]

This live performance gives me chills. I ADORE THIS SONG.

[@unicornfood123]

This is my favorite song ever!!!!!! I Listen to it almost everyday!!!!!!! Florence is such an amazing artist!!!!!! She even sonds good live, i give her props. This is written by this persons bestfriend!!!!!

[@Blbwi]

amazing voice and vocals!! ugh!! love you florence!

[@Rockkiful]

She sounds better live then audio! She is awesome! I'm a huge fan!

[@moreCHANELplease]

im obsessing over her voice, that jacket, those shoes and her legs! holy shit !

[@tonymongo1789]

great and amazing performer , her hands are pure art

[@Paul.Morgan]

There are some very realistic waxworks in the audience.

[@systemqueen226]

She gives me goosebumps. I love Florence!

[@cvbaby777]

OMG her dancing on the stage just made me a even bigger fan, she got moves, thats what i like to see someone who can actually move to their music from the soul. SHE IS AMAZING

[@etherod97026]

The saints can't help me now, the ropes have been unbound I hunt for you with bloodied feet across the hallow'd ground...awesome

[@OddRickk]

Saw her live in Dallas she’s amazing. One of today’s best vocalists.

[@jhadcentchaoszwc]

omg i can't explain with words how i love this woman

[@babblingblackwhale]

Florence is really a class of her own. Her voice gives me goosebumps.....I think Isabella summers too is absolutely amazing

[@miniaturedisasters14]

agh. she is pure magic i love her *-* ♥

[@hankthewolf8395]

This performance will never stop being perfection to me. Florence. The band. Her image the desperation. Damnit...

[@SaoirseK]

Brilliance, pure brilliance.

[@mosthatedjohndoe2744]

Her Songwriting Skills Are Unmatched.

[@missanthropica7x]

Her body movements really remind me of Siouxsie Sioux and her performances.

[@MrTrevor181]

You're right...there is some similarities.

[@hannahkate7538]

this is honestly perfect and better than the studio version. I can’t get enough of this

[@eduardomarchena5310]

THE CHILLS~

[@R0ffleMyWaffless]

Sweet Jesus... She's just phenomenal.

[@sararohani336]

PURE CLASS. What an emotional voice. The drumming and dancing is also a nice touch lol :).

[@hakkesho12]

I love how even when she's singing, she's dancing to her song (just like we do when we hear her) XD

[@IzzaresEigna]

You can see how she's having such a freaking good time singing this song. It's amazing, it's raw and powerful.

[@Dilan10Z]

she and Nana mizuki are two of my favorite female singers. they always sound just as good, if not better, live. The music industry will never die with talent like theirs.

[@marcoguarneros9284]

Necesitamos más de FATM en Latinoamerica :(

[@adeanir]

eu amo essa música!!!!!

[@evako5146]

Live! LIVE !!!

[@estefanydelgadillo1507]

she is an amazing performer , absolutely fantastic . wish I could see her live

[@clemencelacroix]

I'm simply speechless! This performance cannot be put into words. "Magnificent" or "perfect" just scratch the surface. :D Considering the fact that I'm only 13, I should typically be listening to Justin Bieber and other manufactured pop artists, but nope! That just isn't for me. I'll never give up my intense love for Florence or any of the other indie artists that I admire, regardless of what my friends may think of it!!

[@AnderssonSoares]

Que linda!

[@judefarron6916]

not me listening to her album and after every song listening to the live version to see how much she’s outdone it 😳

[@kaelae6237]

She's come so far in developing her sense of style and art and sound. She is absolutely amazing. Florence is a Goddess.

[@cynthiagosselin8440]

I've seen her live, she's in that rare club like Adele that she actually sounds even better live than in a studio.

[@amelia-nq3ew]

Rob looks so concerned in the beginning lmao

[@MutantEnemyGirl]

Fan of very few female artists, but she's absolutely amazing. Ugh, if I could just have an ounce of her talent, I'd be happy.

[@Henbot]

damn it sounds just as good in volume, reach etc as the studio versions that just proves she is just raw beaming talent.

[@ludboas2608]

this audience was so dead. Gosh, if i was there i would be shaking

[@SektionEi8ht]

I would have literally exploded.

[@babiidollsukkah]

If you could only see the beast you've made out of me..

[@LESWILDBILL1]

the crowd is not dead this is in the historic ed sullivan theater ! all that manic stuff is not allowes, that said what a spectacular show by florence and the machine. she is such an amazing woman. each song has a unique meaning that only she projects live ! makes lungs such a treasure of music! long live fatm !

[@banginian]

She's not just a singer. She definitely is an artist.

[@natalee468]

Kocham ją

[@cheyenneShel]

FAVORITE SONG OMFG I LOVE THIS SONG SI MUCH AI KANT KEELP MBEHMDK SNNS

[@jleekas]

All of her outfits are so awesome.

[@efipanop4619]

Greece cant wait for August or July.!!!!!!

[@gergsport]

Very Fleetwood Macish. I like it a lot.

[@museumthoughts]

One of my all-time favorite songs by her. So great to see her performing it live!

[@codydillard6059]

I know this song has gotta be hard as shit to sing so beautifully live. All the credit to her and her amazing vocals

[@Snowcampo]

Amo su voz♥

[@user-yd2bo4mo1t]

Why did they sit? This rhythm is perfectly dance, if I was there, I would not only sit.

[@razrv3lc]

All Taire some venues don’t allow for you to stand. This could’ve been the case here.

[@mtadams2009]

Its not a concert, she is playing on Letterman. But I get your point.

[@1Rainwalker3]

I love her live performances ! Especially these vivacious ones.

[@remochii]

her voice is so original. one of a kind ♡

[@sissyfist]

I love how there are some notes she can just never hit, yet she still somehow pulls it through.

[@xkindredxsoulsxxx4195]

This performance is so good, I cannot listen to the album version anymore. < 333 [Edit] To give credit where it's due, that is as much to do with the sound mix as the performance. It's a much better balance on this performance than on the album version.

[@anncardoza7944]

One of the few artist that sound just as good live as on record. Her voice give me the chills. Will forever adore the hell out of her and love her music more and more every song she releases❤❤

[@MizzMeme2006]

I love this song. I love Florence's haunting voice, especially in this song! It's like you're being swept away! I love it!

[@renatooliveira8913]

Amoooo minha fada bruxa rainha, iluminada Florence❤👑🌷🌹⭐☀️🌗

[@liyahStarlight1122]

Those body rolls though

[@dangereousdancer]

i get to see her live next month. to say im excited would be an understatement

[@nadineabdellatif8775]

why are her songs so perfect

[@Plaaggeest101]

lol the ad before the video was the coca cola one with the you've got the love tune