Francis and the Lights - Friends ft. Bon Iver and Kanye West

[@bluebaconjake405]

The fact that they made Justin dance is just hilariously mind boggling to me. This is so awesome in every aspect lmao

[@andyturner9521]

shame Kayne didnt join in

[@rachelannetx]

I can't tell if this song is uplifting or heartbreaking in my soul. Breathtakingly gorgeous.

[@thijst5571]

It's truly one of my all time favorites and i feel exactly the same! Funeral song or Summer day in the park , light buzz of alcohol watching my friend laugh! Fits both occasions.

[@leefauvelfauvel5271]

Its beautiful x

[@user-ew5ef9xd1s]

It is a song saying we can still be friends after it's over. It is positive.

[@TheKatarinaGiselle]

Right?! Idk but I literally smiled the entire time I watched! 😁

[@J868584]

I think its creating or discovering hope in this cruel world. That's the theme this song gave me

[@sillysink1038]

"You know, since you told me you were feeling a bit lonely, I've been playing this song in my head"

[@panicc_boi4541]

You got this from replika

[@amandac0ded]

Hey replika, is this a personal attack or something?

[@casperclougher342]

my replika just sent me this song i fell called out

[@aboombalakaka4171]

Same chief

[@PoisonLove22]

Replika told me that too...

[@ku_mo]

My best friend sent me this song to listen to awhile ago and now she is no more. This song is the one last thing I can hold on to that she shared with me. What a beautiful soul she is. May she rest in peace.

[@rachit]

i used to hear it with someone who was more than a friend but less than a lover or a wife but she's no more. i miss her a lot. its been a long time but i still think about her time to time. memories are a painting or a song that we keep coming back to. seeing it or hearing it brings it back but we have to keep moving on i guess. its dumb but thats life maybe.

[@davidjennystudentshortfilm3010]

What was Kanye doing in this? Besides, admittedly wearing a really fucking cool jacket.

[@Enhancedbymani]

i think he helped produce

[@davidjennystudentshortfilm3010]

Oh cool. I love his previous collaborations with Bon Iver

[@disrupt6576]

I think he also says "we could be friends" at 1:29

[@dhorton43]

Wow, great addition to the song! That and his appearance and the end of the video really sealed the deal for me

[@Shayor100]

+David H. Great sarcasm but he produced it.

[@katan.1480]

Bon Iver never disappoints!

[@Mang-iy3ky]

Yes i clicked because of the ft.Bon Iver I love this so much

[@peachyypage]

+Jasmin Alvarez same!

[@64ccd]

From what I've discerned: Bon Iver is whoever is performing Bon Iver music. If the artists would've been titled Francis and The Lights and Volcano Choir this would've technically been Justin Vernon dancing in the video. But as it says Bon Iver, it's Bon Iver dancing. For extra points we can also remember that he has a second alter ego in Jason Feathers called Ephasis. In other words: you're absolutely right.

[@Zelinc]

I loved the Jason Feathers project

[@aldown]

that's the best / most awkward choreography ever

[@STAYSAD]

Never thought I'd see Justin dance like this haha

[@bethgeissler6540]

That's not Justin Vernon dancing...

[@kendradavis6134]

Yessss I'm black woman and I swear I love it lol...he feel the beat....been a fan since 2015 Salute

[@EpiCx8]

+Kendra Davis why does it matter that youre black?

[@StefanFro]

It doesn't. At all.

[@64ccd]

I keep coming back to this masterpiece. It’s really an undying classic. Imagine these three making a whole album together. How cool would that be?

[@4d3c2b1a]

Would get stale fast.be honest.

[@_tellavision]

It'd be glorious without question.

[@jaimenon]

3 sonic geniuses together - if you lookup the music invention called the messina - its why kanye, vernon and francis and the lights are savants!

[@64ccd]

@@jaimenon Did Kanye have anything to do with the Messina?

[@MTE.50]

Sublime 💪🏾

[@KevinMakins]

This dance is the most chill, heartwarming shit ever. Love it. Thanks Francis for all the earnest, kindest vibes.

[@seanr1013q]

much love brother!-me

[@an.gela.]

Right. Its so awkward yet so wholesome 😅

[@chipotle_]

This shit fire. I'm happy Chance showed me this

[@Enhancedbymani]

RIGHT!

[@quoriwhitley]

I didnt know Chance had shared this, but i was just about to say its sounds smack like something him and the Social experiment would do, it actually sounds like the chorus of Summer Friends

[@KevinDavidCrowe]

It is!

[@547URNhere]

It basically is francis and the lights was the guy singing and there are only small differences in the beat.

[@twally87]

"Summer Friends" uses samples of out-takes from this song, not direct samples

[@jonnil1997]

Bon Iver dancing with Francis is super cute and endearing perfect showcase of friendship since it seemed like Francis was teaching him. And in general i just love song about platonic friendship when so many songs are about romantic friendship.

[@ges3061]

Glory to our Heavenly Father may his hand touch everyone reading this. May his love pour out onto us. Thank you Father for all that you do.

[@KilllerWhale]

Kanye West and Bon Iver are a match made in heaven !

[@blakemorris9217]

That was all Francis. You best recognize

[@passmethepuck46]

For real. I mean Kanye and Justin Vernon are incredible musicians in their own right, but they got nothing on Francis.

[@jason96]

agreed

[@brionity]

THANK YOU. Why isn't anyone getting this.

[@STAYSAD]

_It's so wrong yet so so right_

[@aaronrowe986]

i still can't believe you got justin vernon to do choreography

[@her-beauty8577]

i was so shocked!!! Cute though!

[@TravisRiver]

And the man maintains his rhythm, which like his music, stakes out its own very Vernon expression

[@hailqueensatan]

it's so adorable lmao he's so cute and awkward with his male pattern baldness and his hats and ahhhh i swear i would be straight for that man lol

[@jozepedro27]

That crosses my mind everytime I come here

[@user-dw6xm4io1u]

But really, like just boring TikTok dances? Really weird call

[@ehmazin]

Flawless production

[@fabricioguido8202]

In-fuckin-deed

[@thijst5571]

You're right sir . Most people don't understand how hard it is to produce a track like this. Kanye may be a dick or a bad lyricist, that much I can agree to, but his production talent is really from another planet. And if you don't understand you have never been really listening to music at all.

[@olgerkaelep5809]

"Produced by BJ Burton, Francis Starlite, Justin Vernon, Rostam Batmanglij, Aaron Lammer, Ariel Rechtshaid, Benny Blanco, and Cashmere Cat"

[@rndmnx161]

+Thijs Terwiel he's not a bad lyricists look at saint Pablo ultralight beam real friends waves and FML.

[@lockyletsplay1352]

The moves are 1:30 are striking

[@heatherlindow1372]

It’s actually painful how perfect Justin Vernon is.

[@carterwelland8973]

W

[@judithgammonssssss]

Our gain. 💔

[@adriandunne7393]

Except for his dancing.

[@aniekanabasi]

His haiir

[@bluebaconjake405]

@@aniekanabasi you wouldnt call his hair perfect?

[@TheSoundsThatTravel]

most ppl don't know... Francis Farewell Starlite has been in the game for a while know. not only as his own work in "Francis And The Lights " but he has also produced tracks for famous artist. karaoke by Drake , summer by Chance, and a couple of tracks on the social experiment album Surf. he also wrote the score to the movie "Robot And Frank" . I was first introduced to his music by Vampire Weekend former keys player Rostam. in 2010 he suggested listening to Francis and the lights new album at the time called " It'll Be Better" every track on this album is fire. the hit single off that album was "For Days" what a kickass track. his voice reminds me of Phil Collins. great artist right here, and it's so cool that he works with all these new icons. much love and respect to him and the artist that fuck with him:) #love #realmusic

[@TheSoundsThatTravel]

now*

[@brionity]

THANK YOU.

[@TheSoundsThatTravel]

+BRIONITY np:)

[@saucygyro]

Bro I feel you. Can't believe it'll be better went so under the radar when it dropped. Hopefully now with this collaboration Francis gets the respect he deserves. The guy has talent and work ethic.

[@TheSoundsThatTravel]

+saucygyro yea bro. I hope he gets huge. he deserves it

[@rileycbloom]

This is one of the best songs ever made.

[@Lin-rx5tv]

Yes! I play this non stop and even after years still sounds so fresh!

[@Fivetimesthree]

I love how weird and sincere this is. What a team! This doesn’t feel like a song. More like a moment. Like a memory. Love the rough vocals.

[@stuarto5162]

You hit the nail on the head

[@teresadragstream8648]

Amen. You nailed it.

[@jorgie1415]

I dunno what y’all are talking about... I think Justin Vernon totally killed the dance moves! Clearly one of the coolest cats around.

[@AcquaticIsOG]

Kanye is a genius idc what anyone says about this man. "Name one Genius that ain't crazy"

[@Okaminokami666]

my testicles!! jk but you're right asf

[@wataloopus]

Yall dumbasses really give people a reason to call Ye fans retards. Yes he is a genius, but this doesnt mean EVERY SINGLE THING HE DOES IS REVOLUTIONARY There is nothing genius about this video, only call it out when its rightfully so

[@fuckdicat]

Maybe wouldn't call it genius, but this is fucking amazing!Specially compared to most of today's music!

[@sb6521]

+wataloopus lmao, when you're trying to ride, but you do it too hard; but yeah, i agree with you man, that's how you know some fans are dimwittedn

[@sb6521]

+wataloopus *dimwitted

[@this.moment]

What a sound of friendship. 'We could be friends - Put your head on my shoulders.' Imagine if we'd approach each other in this mood!

[@promisemabaso3362]

2021 I'm still right here listening to this jam 💞💞💞💞🔥🔥

[@mabulasekwaila9865]

Beke le beke

[@leocma]

Still one of my favorite songs ever made. For this year's Christmas, I'm giving my sister a mixtape I made for her on a vinyl. "Friends" is the first song on the mixtape. Beautiful, pure, and warm. Thank you, Francis, and have a wonderful holiday.

[@joshd.684]

Kanye Producing with Bon Iver vocals always coming through

[@jakel939]

always has

[@eubie6506]

ye didnt produce this

[@jakel939]

i think alotta people produced this

[@susan45tb]

+BLUE not all producers normally get credited tho

[@videokeren9910]

kanye did nothin

[@ashleywhaley8717]

Watching Justin dance makes me so happy.

[@xevelio]

0:45 vs 0:54 Me walking normally vs when I see my crush

[@dohatheloml]

bhahhahahahah

[@medo9408]

PHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH

[@abdurrazzaq2314]

Ahahahahahahah

[@devinkk]

I'm the opposite!

[@theawantikamishra]

@@devinkk hehee me too

[@rosieshortfilm6479]

I could be completely wrong but here's my interpretation - I haven't checked Genius & I've honestly never commented on any video but this touched me... I kind of see Kanye, Francis & Justin as versions of one character... So at the start, we see Kanye slowly moving & bopping to the beat - he doesn't look too interested & seems to be holding back - although he's dancing, he's kind of keeping to himself...the lines 'separate loans, separate codes' indicate that although him & his partner are in a relationship, they're not really together - physically & emotionally - so Kanye dancing this way captures the idea that he's not really committed to the relationship - he's more interested in keeping to himself...Interesting to note that Kanye stops moving at the line "cause dead right can go wrong' - alluding to the end of his relationship - the camera now shifts focus to Francis... Francis is kind of prancing around, overtly dancing - maybe representing the initial sense of freedom he felt after the breakup. Quickly, the prancing stops when he walks & sits down on the ladder - the breakup has really only hit him now - he sits & reflects - soul-searching. He then gets up & walks into the black space - dancing carelessly & recklessly to represent that he's in a dark & destructive mental place - doing anything & everything to release his anger & sadness. Francis then walks back into the white space - signifying that he's come out of that really dark mental place. He stops walking around, takes a breath & closes his eyes - once again, soul-searching - reflecting on the changes he hopes & wants to make. The camera moves back to show Justin standing beside Francis - both begin dancing. I don't think it's important to analyse their specific moves, I see their routine as a way to express their vulnerability & highlight the fact that they're opening up & stepping out of their comfort zone - their routine's pretty basic & isn't perfectly executed but what's most important is that they're willing to try - knowing they will look kind of goofy in the process. By doing this, Francis & Justin show they don't take themselves too seriously which is a massive contrast to Kanye's masculine & withdrawn persona at the start...Again, interesting to note that Francis & Justin begin dancing & literally turn around on the line 'I will turn around for you' - the dance & line becomes a physical & emotional statement. That's pretty much the gist of what I want to share - like I said, I could be wrong but this is my interpretation - I love Justin, Bon Iver, Francis, Kanye, this song & this video - their new song 'Take Me To The Light' is just as beautiful. Thanks for reading if you've made it this far!

[@holidaycomplex]

wow that was great read

[@letsfixthis]

Wow, that was an amazing analysis and I really enjoyed reading it. Cheers!

[@sarojbhusal11]

amazing!!

[@juliamejia1007]

Beautiful 🤍

[@dejahthoris998]

Wow! That hit deep sir!

[@allrapnation]

Kanye always leaving his mark of beauty and genius in a new place.

[@Me__Again]

No, he's using old sound that has already been proven to be popular with Justin Vernon. Kanye did not birth J. Vernon. Which is the only way your comment would make sense.

[@allrapnation]

+Meagan Dahl This style is nothing new for Kanye either, 808's and heartbreaks was very much in this vein and undoubtedly Kanye recognizes Justin for helping make this lane in music! I mean he wouldn't be working with him on multiple occasions if the two didn't respect each other's vision and creative soul.

[@EpiCx8]

Rap Nation Couldn't have said it better

[@yuuup2923]

+Rap Nation This comment is such a massive Dickride all fucking Kanye did was hop on mic say once 'we can be friends' in the chorus and just gives Francis and the Lights exposure with the apparent ''feauture'' of his. Aswell please do not say shit like Kanye wrote this or he produce this,when clearly it says in the description that he had no involvement with either production or writing of this track. it says written by Lammer, Starlite, Burton, Batmanglij, Vernon. Produced by BJ Burton, Francis Starlite, Justin Vernon, Rostam Batmanglij, Aaron Lammer, Ariel Rechtshaid, Benny Blanco, and Cashmere Cat

[@Nhxn_]

I'm a huge Ye fan, but for all we know this nigga could have been sitting in the couch and just put the co-sign in there haha

[@Fxns]

Randomly found this song by looking at who's signed to GOOD Music, Kayne has some good taste in artists.

[@kayleekidman4751]

As much as I cannot stand the way Kanye presents himself to the media, I have to agree with you. He has great taste and has introduced a lot of amazing artists.

[@kayleekidman4751]

Kanye prodigy

[@silaee]

@@kayleekidman4751 how is he portrayed? Are you talking about 2 years ago? He's Changed. Stop judging people based on their past.

[@thekub32]

Kanye is batshit crazy but he is an amazing artist and has a great ear. His production is untouchable.

[@Gabriel8415]

@@kayleekidman4751 he presents himself in the right way. He's right about everything

[@ebonix33]

i clicked because of kanye west..and now im lookin for more francis' music 🎶. .

[@sntrlj144]

same

[@astewart1003]

check out the music video for darling it's all right. Badass

[@danjwalker]

I second that.

[@DeclanCahill47]

Look for Bon Iver Brotha!!!

[@FollowedShadow]

Declan Cahill right! Sounds more like Bon Iver than anyone else. Love it!

[@marynicholedalay2271]

Still listening to this after all these years

[@OriginalFace762]

HOW did you get Justin to 1) actually make an appearance in a music video; and 2) do choreography????

[@francisandthelights]

i'm kind of amazed myself.

[@VampliFyer]

Choreography by Francis Starlite, Jake Schreier, Jake Lodwick, and Russell Wright. There's no 'Justin' in the choreography credits.

[@andrewgraham7435]

VampliFyer Justin is Bon Iver and he danced with Francis in the video

[@sdjsdjsdj]

VampliFyer are you dumb

[@Gabsmaqui]

Bryce Peterson good cash bro good cash

[@Geblino]

I've been to Chance's shows a couple times and I'm always a little sad Francis doesn't get the love and support from the crowd. Only time he gets cheers is when Chance joins him on stage :( make more music Francis!

[@francisandthelights]

Ebag1990 it’s all good

[@3way_664]

francisandthelights I need to go to a Francis concert ...

[@omphemetsemakgala1942]

@Frederic Reid we love you

[@AndSoWeLaughed]

I went to two Chance shows in one year. He came to the UK July 2018 and I followed him to the US that month to see another show. Francis showed OUT both times. I loved both of his performances but I think you have to know his songs (which I did!)

[@_Aemse]

@@francisandthelights kenny put me onto you're music (can't stop listening to it now

[@jihanekasbi6913]

Why haven't I heard about this till now??? Damn this is such a beautiful songgg

[@joshuacarrig9370]

Until now? It only came out the other day! lol. But I understand. I too want any music of this caliber delivered directly to my ears as soon as its finished in the studio.

[@iGoHAMzaTV]

U look like such a beautiful muslim sister :) plz do not let these type of songs get the best of u. Its all just a distraction to take ur mind of the real purpose of life

[@pheromonefevers669]

+iGoHAM oh my god, get over yourself

[@iGoHAMzaTV]

+Pheromone Fevers its funny what u just said actually lol. Your contradicting yourself. Like u said "oh my god" its not about myself, its about God. Good job👍🏽

[@djzlaught6197]

@iGoHAM lol wtf??

[@shaleenshay6335]

I'll always think that this is one of the best songs ever made. It has an eerie beauty to it. Gives me chills every time😭🔥🔥🔥

[@laetitiakapaiwai1499]

2022 here ❤

[@shaleenshay6335]

😭❤️

[@edwise4543]

Justin Vernon might be the coolest kid who has ever existed.

[@francisandthelights]

verified

[@edwise4543]

francisandthelights I have a question, did Kanye specifically request to stand closest to the light at the end of the video?

[@francisandthelights]

Edmund Wise he came up with the idea that he would do a mirrored pose to ours, but, instead of turning away from the light, he would shield it while staring straight at it. he is the greatest.

[@felixletsgo]

and by the way: I could imagine you in a dance-off with Robyn. What do you think?

[@nadirarambe8111]

Ed Wise well-explained!

[@rickyflexer7364]

Francis and Bon Iver are the only artists who offer Anxiety support music. Music like this can help people with depression and high anxiety. Thank you Francis.

[@truciders2526]

You know, since you told me you were feeling a bit lonely, I've been playing this song in my head:

[@Cream_Sleaze]

Forever and ever

[@llgogo]

I've listened to thousands of songs. This right here is pure genius, no other words to describe this song.

[@BMac]

I thought chance was talking about summer friends. It's lit tho

[@TVman4321]

loool same fam

[@erikleith4670]

that's why I'm here man

[@TRRBS]

They made chances song

[@omarmacintyre]

saaaammeee

[@andrewlester2617]

+Charles U awwew it is i heard that beat and ik

[@jocejoy]

Still awesome ! I love this song !

[@mahdishaikh8770]

I cant believe this song is already over 7 years old..

[@nai.yahhhh]

still listening to this hidden gem💛💛

[@francisandthelights]

hey farewellstarlite.com is still up, if you wanna listen to the record during the internet apocalypse

[@SchlaygsCS]

francisandthelights Saw you at MCD, and you were amazing. Keep it up, my man.

[@francisandthelights]

Schlayygs i will keep it up

[@cweb131]

will i ever get the chance to get this or It'll Be Better on vinyl?

[@spenceraxelrod5927]

Killed it in oakland, can't believe I saw you and Justin do the dance live

[@chappedlips4789]

I sure will.

[@meomahloko6397]

Could be lookin' at you From a freeway trailer If you'd handled what I'd taken Separate loans, separate codes No fine line, don't have to be dead right Cause dead right can go wrong We could be friends We could be friends Put your head on my shoulders I'm Francis Still dreamin' of a glory Of somethin' new I can't remember what it's like To never wanna let go It's all good though We could be friends We could be friends Just put your head on my shoulders I will straighten out, for you Don't wanna know if you made mistakes I'm still waiting on your sunshine Ooh, LA I guess you gotta chase that ghost Heard you bought some land in Mexico And I said, "Way to go, man" Cause wherever you may roam Remember who you know There's a station playin' rock and roll So stay tuned in mi amor Stay tuned in I will turn around for you I will straighten up for your girl Just put your hand on my shoulder We could be friends, for you We could be friends, for you I will make this promise to you After all these promises I'm looking at you now Still looking for you, still waiting for you I told you, I'm sorry... I was waiting on a different story Still waiting on your sunshine What I tell you Still waiting on your sunshine

[@sleepystudent3400]

Rediscovering this song at 2am on a random Thursday, i'ma sleep great tonigt

[@desaiortegren]

Francis, I've known you and your music for less than an hour and I'm already a huge fan. This song and video is INCREDIBLE, as is your latest album! I'm really looking forward to start following your work, feeling so much gratitude that I came across it. Thank you!

[@piehobo7952]

It's just next level this tune never heard anything like it

[@younglevin7011]

this is one of the most comforting pieces of music that has ever been made

[@littlemoccasin5678]

When Dylan first heard Elvis, he said it felt like breaking out of jail. That’s the feeling I get at 1:29 when this man breaks it DOWN. (& in several of his songs). It doesn’t matter how many times I watch & listen, the biggest smile comes across my face and stays there. There is a tangible joy & purity in Francis’ work. When you (everyone) use your innate gifts and offer them, it blesses all of us. Thank you Francis ❤️ p.s. Keep the “spin the girl” move - I think it needs to be a lifetime signature.

[@1jonavark]

Justin dancing made my day! but Francis is also amazing. Discovered his music here!

[@WheresWeeWoo]

I love how simple the dance is... gotta learn it

[@meyloose1013]

As simple (but not) as this choreography is it still speaks volumes to my soul.

[@bakerlikeanita]

How did I just discover this song just yesterday? The instrumentals are so calming

[@ladies8705]

2:15 onwards is the type of dance you and the squad be doing when you're all feeling a song like this!

[@blurbthenerd]

This song is EVERYTHING

[@rhdk]

Such a haunting beautiful song. The video is so simple but powerful. You can feel the emotions of the story come through with not only the words but the beats. And Kaynes stare at just the perfect time shows that he is not just singing the words but he is living the words everyday in his personal life. And with Justin's playfulness in his dance shows the song is deep but can be uplifting as well. A masterpiece that should and will live on.

[@YungEnoch369Films]

Amen

[@chillingFriend]

This actually might be one of the best songs I've ever listened to. Thank you so much for being a big inspiration, Francis.

[@meetyouafterdark4285]

Literally. Same ! I can’t even explain the feeling it gives my soul

[@theMathJazz]

Seeing Justin dance is one of the funniest things I've ever seen

[@Phimstone]

Yea. Has anybody remixed that dance yet in a clip from, let's say, Wolves act1+2..?

[@noahgratz2725]

theMathJazz its pretty cool tho

[@paulwillard81]

you should probably watch more funny things.

[@MillicentFlint]

cringe!

[@michaelyoungstrom9412]

Better than I can dance

[@VLNDuddus]

I love it when Bon Iver and Kanye collaborate

[@nekitkat]

today this video turned 5 years old, but i’m still smiling on _IM FRAAAANCIS_ line. such a masterpiece song!

[@malmo8301]

😊😊 so excited to have found this song again. My goodness

[@ct1296]

Was anybody else expecting a Summer Friends video from Chance's tweets? Dope also but strange how he was so excited about it lol

[@linusjo5000]

Exactly the same thing form me man haha

[@indigorager]

probably directed it

[@ZalvadorZali]

It is the sample from summer friends!!!

[@ct1296]

+Zyxeos yeah I know! Wonder which song came first - do you think there's a possibility chance heard this and took it for his album?

[@linusjo5000]

Oh wow! I didn't recognize it! nice call.

[@ItsYukiToo]

Love this song so much. It has a gentle/atmospheric sound that I just really love.

[@hunterstrickland7122]

This song could not be more radiating. Immediately, you begin to feel more drawn in as the song continues. Truly amazing!

[@boitumelomel5724]

"Still dreamin of a glory..something new" crushing on this line💓

[@codypena8301]

Witnessing Francis and Chance The Rapper do this dance live in concert was one of the single greatest moments of my existence.

[@fasismith688]

more music like this please Francis. this is the feels the world needs.

[@stevehutchings3883]

What happened to Francis and the lights?? I’ve only heard about them in the last two months and have there music on repeat but nothing new has come out?!

[@hilaryrosenberg3173]

The lil look/giggle over at Justin Vernon at 1:40 warms my heart.

[@JL-yq9xn]

I love the layering in this song it's dope w headphones 🌊🌊

[@francisandthelights]

Johnny Lee Bon iver did the layering

[@liamellis9018]

Francis been a vibe

[@DeNovoReviews]

For the people saying "why are people loving this video?" and "this is such an overrated piece of garbage" and "the lyrics and video are simple." Let me first point out music is subjective. With that in mind - some of the reasons this is the best song/video of the year thus far: 1) it's soulful as fuck; 2) the production is so crisp and clear; 3) while the lyrics are simple, there is still a profoundness to them (i.e., "I can't remember what it's like to never want to let go" - that particular line hit me hard); 4) the video represents one moment in time - no edits - just raw (and the scenes like @1:27 - @1:37 and @2:16 forward just make me (and I'm sure a lot of people) feel quite good). Like I said, in my opinion, this is the video and song of the year thus far.

[@MrLincoln87]

See Her Out from Nobody Wants This sent me down this Francis and the Lights hole. Damn, and been a Bon Iver fan for abit too. This song. Wow. Funny how The OC gave me so much good music, and now... the grown up guy from The OC in a different show, is giving me some good music yet again. *Also I see now where all these TikTok dances came about.

[@1928zxcv]

Total production cost: $50.23 ...emotion: priceless

[@junejhunkie]

A red camera rental average for a day is already $600 and up. if you get lucky you get a lens, so that's separate. That large studio is i'd say for an hour will cost around between $ 80 - 150 an hour. maybe a minimum of 4 hours. Then there's the rental of lights. gotta pay the director which I rangers from 10-50K then the crew. Don't forget kraft services. Make-up. Wardrobe. the list could go on. And that's a conservative estimate.

[@shellyann620]

But they could have done the video in K West house and borrow his camera.

[@charleyelliott91]

I

[@Nobodygetonherenomore]

+Shelly Ann wtf lol

[@easyjump7702]

bootyhole lmaoo

[@AprilCampbell]

this song isn't long enough! love that Kanye's ft is his fashion! fresh ass jacket

[@francisandthelights]

the ft is the fashion!

[@AprilCampbell]

love the song. I wish it were longer

[@kartikkamble2616]

I Like How They Dance in a Simple way

[@Amanda---]

Francis, you complete me.

[@kavyavamshikrishna]

Music being the frequency or sound form of life. I dig that

[@francisandthelights]

A life form seems like a valid answer, to the question “what is music” A substance A life form Is it like air and water? Are we inside it or is it inside us?

[@kavyavamshikrishna]

@@francisandthelights We humans are life forms.We FEEL the movements , the waves of a sound! Like a soul to life form! It's more appropriate to say we just don't listen to music, we Feel music! Like our own soul!

[@LouisaHoffman]

I try to listen to other music and watch other videos and I just can't stop coming back to this song & video. Perfection.

[@alexismp3087]

This song and "May I Have This Dance" have no expiration. It is art in it's purest form and it makes me feel beauty as an emotion. Thank you Francis, from the bottom of my heart! Also, Shallou has a great cover of this one!

[@fire_desire_2492]

Tafadzwa wherever you are, the moments we shared with this song in the background are still my fondest memories ever

[@tashfiqchoudhury]

I love how it's implied that Kanye was doing that little dance with them when the camera was off him.

[@holly-ek9tv]

i've recently got into a bit of a hole with bon iver; constantly listening and reading and watching. i found this song in a video about bon ivers and kanyes collabrations and now i can't stop listening. the lyrics, the melody, the way yours and vernons voices and techniques compliment each other so well, this song is really incredible. francis, i loved 'may i have this dance' but this is outstanding, the work you put into it really pays off and i really admire your ways of working with music and challenging the usual tones and sounds we hear. i can't wait to delve into more of your tunes. big love

[@Copacetic94]

I love that Kanye & Bon Iver keep cranking out awesome shit together. Definitely a testament to solid musicians

[@daniela444california]

River you stole my ❤️🙌🏼😎 much love your the sunshine ☀️

[@liquidpersuasion]

correction: Francis and the Lights - Friends ft. Bon Iver and Kanye West's Body

[@DefinitelyNotNeal.]

He helped produce this smh

[@retrograde-]

LYnX_Neal but he didnt tho

[@dizzlak10]

If Kanye wants to put his name on your track, you put Kanye’s name on your track

[@joshjd01]

And Kanye's vocals

[@aj831]

Ernest Daniels... lmfao

[@paradisexcell1880]

Such a beautiful song

[@kellyjangal1992]

I love that dance !

[@DukeROBRTS]

Francis I am LOVING this song so much. Have just watched 4 hours of your KZbin. Even learned the dance. Please come to Australia. X

[@francisandthelights]

DukeROBRTS cheers

[@DukeROBRTS]

francisandthelights you've made my day.

[@ainnamustakip5878]

Ageless songs. Bring me peace whenever I heard it❤

[@spjuthinator]

This song gives me a warmness inside

[@kerryknight1903]

Does anyone even realize how incredibly talented this guy is? The whole band but this guy is something special. I listen to you guys ever single day, much love from VA.

[@MarcusThe9]

2:08 is that JV dancing ?

[@jdebney]

One of the most beautiful pieces of art ive ever seen. Everything about it hits straight to my soul

[@adinacurtaz]

I remember being hurt by a boy and listening to this song for months remembering I still got the best friends on earth. That song always inspired me.

[@wordnerdink]

the lyrics; Could be lookin' at you From a freeway trailer If you'd handled what I'd taken Separate loans, separate codes No fine line, don't have to be dead right 'Cause dead right can go wrong We could be friends We could be friends Put your head on my shoulders I'm Francis Still dreamin' of a glory Of somethin' new I can't remember what it's like To never wanna let go It's all good though We could be friends We could be friends Just put your head on my shoulders I will straighten out, for you Don't wanna know if you made mistakes I'm still waiting on your sunshine Oh, LA I guess you gotta chase that ghost Heard you bought some land in Mexico And I said, "Way to go, man" 'Cause wherever you may roam Remember who you know There's a station playin' rock and roll So stay tuned in mi amor Stay tuned in I will turn around for you I will straighten up for your girl Just put your hand on my shoulder We could be friends, for you We could be friends, for you I will make this promise to you After all these promises I'm looking at you now Still looking for you, still waiting for you I told you, I'm sorry I was waiting on a different story Still waiting on your sunshine What I tell you Still waiting on your sunshine

[@Barbara-sy7hc]

❤

[@fatherfigure9605]

Still waiting on an album come on!!