Future Islands - Ran (Official Video)

[@maxdarkstar2032]

Every time I listen to Future Islands I feel myself a better person

[@jamesbrownisdead3634]

therapy, though )

[@davidstandard4842]

Max Darkstar it’s a good thing

[@destroyazoid2060]

So I'm not the only one? That's GREAT!!

[@johnryman1366]

Ditto

[@markbaileycimarron-memoria3446]

@@Sogonrei lol

[@leepainter1906]

Most underrated band in the history of underrated bands

[@seagreentangerine2065]

Lee Painter That award goes to The Chameleons

[@pavlovsunhappydog]

And XTC..criminally ignored.

[@WonsPhreely]

Im with ya Lad! btw what d'you think of this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4Cmp4ZjfsqWqpo

[@luisbenitez1294]

I rated to stay underrated more music for me, yes I’m selfish 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@WonsPhreely]

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[@tarae.m.9109]

His voice is mesmerising. My favourite band of recent years.

[@thedarkdragon8733]

Tara Mulholland saw him live he’s shit

[@funtimes8296]

Take one step back and literally FUCK YOUR OWN FACE!!!

[@thedarkdragon8733]

Fun Times he is lol

[@ahfkajhfk]

TheDarkDragon 87 look at your account homie. who’s gonna trust your opinion on this? shouldn’t you be critiquing some anime theme songs?

[@chasenyland4524]

@@thedarkdragon8733 It's fine if you didn't enjoy him live but he definitely isn't "shit," dude. That would be Fortnite.

[@shannaellis9206]

Another one of those guys that you look at and say, "that voice comes out of that guy?" I've heard people say they don't like his voice, but I love how unique it is. He doesn't sound like anyone else.

[@em_birch]

It has sooooo much fucking power in it. It's raw emotion.

[@Deguello23]

@@em_birch To me, his voice has an early Motown quality that I didn't recognize without the context for awhile. Then I heard it on the "Seasons" remix.

[@em_birch]

@@Deguello23 The difference between his speaking voice and singing voice is so drastic too. It's...kinda magical to me, the way he sings. And knowing he's from a place not too far away from where I live gives me so much secondhand pride. He's so cool.

[@Deguello23]

@@em_birch I get it:) I had my mind blown a little when I saw him on an episode of "what's in my bag" and he he turned out to be an old hip-hop head. I even have a few friends like that, that just don't radiate that at all but can really geek out on old hip-hop. I'm not really like that, but stuff like that always makes me a much bigger fan of an artist, when they're grazing places you'd never suspect.:)

[@em_birch]

@@Deguello23 Yeah. Sam's relatable to me in other ways. You're right about those little, human things making us feel closer to musicians and artists (not in a weird way). Those connections are important too, imo. Especially with more of us being isolated now. We can see ourselves in these people, in some ways. We feel less alone.

[@Hazel_Pisces28]

This song will always remind me of the 5 days I spent away from you in Oklahoma. You found this song and told me to listen to it, that it made you think of me and miss me. The first time I listened to it I cried. Its 6 months later and even though you chose a different path, away from me, I will always love you and think of you when I hear it. ❤ Update: We couldn't stay away from each other. We will celebrate our 4th year on 08/04/20. We saw Future Islands in concert together and still consider them to be one of "our bands". Update #2: I lost my sweetheart on March 30, 2024. Liver failure. I found him in our bed when I got home from work. He was my first love and best friend. I will always love him and think of him when I hear Future Islands. ❤️

[@burritofueled7415]

Thanks! I try.

[@rajo741]

In your mind dig a hole and bury these haters. Thank you for your beautiful story.

[@Hypno_CrabTV]

Happy fourth year! - 10:37AM 08-04-20

[@masongoodwin7641]

Excuse, but I don't know you...

[@Hazel_Pisces28]

@@masongoodwin7641 Excuse? What do you mean by that..

[@ericlemons3164]

This is a very powerful video for a lot of personal reasons. Sam was actually in leg braces for much of his young life. But one time he had to outrun a truck full of bullies and the leg braces broke off. From that point on, he was runnin'. Also played football at Alabama and started a successful shrimp boat fleet. Still loves to run.

[@asskirk]

thats so cruel, making fun at Vietnam vet

[@stevenpaulortiz9076]

hmmm....for some reason. ...his story seems oddly familiar to me....I can't quite put my finger on it ....on who the story reminds me of..don't u hate wen that happens? I kno i do...it's probably all in my head.

[@karinaponte8666]

I like to know everything about him Help!!! making me happy after a lousy day

[@EARLIERSELF]

The house bunny when the girl the body brace runs after that guy she fancies and the brace falls off?

[@BKeane00]

fcoll9123 I'm pretty sure her name was Jenny

[@MugenDad]

Just what this year needs, some new Future Islands

[@Neel-ff4mn]

Skynetz I'm getting a New Order/Joy Division vibe here.

[@lowkeywhite]

mate, can you please tell me what is that symbol you're using there? Seen it on Ninja's arm. ????

[@F--B]

Aphex Twin's logo ; )

[@120beers]

Neel 2000 + Bingo!

[@seamusin1697]

@@Neel-ff4mn Very good observation! It definitely has an 80's New Wave feel to it. Great stuff!

[@annahearts]

This band creates seriously beautiful stuff. I love how each song is a story, written by someone with a kind and gentle soul. Just wonderful!

[@AmpyTramps]

one of the most bare unpretentious artists I've I've watched. inspiring

[@rudyvalntine]

This is an underrated band. The lead singer is amazing and so are the lyrics of every song.

[@phillhelbig6924]

The fact that He wanted to be a Hip Hop Artist and hated These kinda Songs makes it the Most awesome for me. But least He stayes true to the -noguitar-thing 😂

[@releasecfs]

I used to have a very heavy chronic disease. Years on end I spent all my time in bed. This song became my theme song in 2017. When I listen to it, I still feel that despair and suffering. But most of all, thank you for the feeling of hope. After 7 years in bed, I am healthy again.

[@andrewnmnjohnson]

Good for you! 7 years is a long time to deal with anything. It would be too easy to give in to pessimism for that amount of time. Thanks for sharing positive news.

[@bgl00ney]

GD..if there's ever been a song i could listen to on forever loop.....SO good.

[@coolhellu]

the sound this band has is so addictive. for me its sort of nostalgic yet hopeful and those vibes are what music is all about for me.

[@tombax1653]

I can't get enough of this group. Please never stop.

[@lauraestrada7611]

You are simply amazing! I fell in love with you the moment I listened to SEASONS back in 2015....and ever since every song has touched me deeply..... Due to my work as radio host I search every day for music and no other band has convinced me as much as you did within 5 minutes in the last 5 years...... PLEASE COME TO THE NETHERLANDS!!!!

[@jamesbrownisdead3634]

short song but a life-long runing )

[@adrianconnell7143]

Great video

[@glogirl78]

"And what's a song without you, when every song I write is about you." Gets my heart every time. Future Islands got me through many a melancholy days. Started listening during "On the Water" and they are still one of my favorite bands.

[@thatwonderlandartist]

I was a teen in the 80's and I swear these guys time traveled from then to now in order to make their music, and have just been waiting for us all to catch up with them.

[@JaggedRecordsVa]

Found these guys a week ago. And found out this morning they're performing in my town today. You already know what I'm doing tonight!

[@masongoodwin7641]

Eating macaroni and cheese?

[@cronehagwitch3384]

How was the concert? Did you go? What was it like? Just asking because I need to remember what it was like to go to a concert pre-pandemic. Make me dream, mate!

[@heyokalykos1319]

So glad to see they made it. I kinda knew Sam in Baltimore. I was the one who told him to get a drummer. It really made their sound complete.

[@deanbevilacqua6041]

If that’s true, what a call, the drums drive everything onward!

[@stephenrigby7650]

Will always remember this as the soundtrack when me and my son Sam took the train from Bratislava to Stary Smokevic a few years ago and eventually we watched the band in Manchester in 2022 - good times!

[@Sogonrei]

I love how Sam's lyrics and singing and emotion is so captivating it just brings such a great vibe in this song It sounded like he was running singing it with his voice cadence just amazing. Brilliant band. 💕🌟🔥❤

[@blackbird2613]

Great song and band.The synths on this track capture the late 70s and early 80s sound Omd, ultravox Japan etc well done guys.

[@napoleonwilson6499]

This song has gotten me through alot of pain in the last couple years. Every song should hit you this hard,otherwise why waste your time,of which ours is eternally dwindling. Live it while you got it,peeps

[@AciD.303]

Would love to listen to an instrumental version of this song. The bassline and layers are so beautiful !

[@KoRnChEn]

I just found out about Future Islands and I feel blessed. Now I've been obsessed with this song for 3 days and still don't have enough of it. Looking forward for all the songs I still can discover. Thank you so much for this music!

[@thelofotenkid4064]

Where have I been? I have missed out on this. But now I have arrived. And my word, I'm not going anywhere. This is edgy brilliance.

[@BrettBorovic]

Amazing song and l love the epic running with geese migration at 1:26

[@biskit84]

Brett Borovic Especially when he looks to the right and is watching them....I picked up on that as well! 😊

[@jamesbrownisdead3634]

ideeeed! i reviewed it )

[@dougdobbins6533]

What a great band! A friend and I saw them live in Charlotte, NC in 2019 and they are VERY good live! I can't get this song out of my head. ...a great band with the voice of a great front man.

[@FredoniaPJ]

really, really like this band a lot!!!!

[@lifelearner45lloyd97]

Yes 😆

[@jorgeduardoardila]

Future Islands is the perfect Indie band: music and video are handcrafted, authentic, beautiful, love this band, great job guys.

[@Thomashja]

You may not like it but this is what peak performance looks like.

[@Roboninja453]

Thomas Anderson NL?

[@shrimpfriedrice494]

and thats only your opinion. considering that this song only has 78 dislikes its not a very popular one.

[@Thomashja]

I'm with you.

[@ruinerfixxxer]

I just spit my drink out on my keybroad**#&#^#%

[@gamerk5383]

word

[@PM-Thepowerofmusic]

shared this on the Facebook page of 10:11 PM - The power of music!

[@leesmith339]

Still hits in the feels doesn't it. It's why you've come back. 👋🏻 ❤️

[@lifeismeaningless7983]

Just an incredible song by an incredible singer. I had the privilege of seeing them live in concert - they didn't do Run but were truly memorable!

[@stayoutofthecitys]

This is one of my favorite bands . There music it's like in sync with my soul . Like somehow the band knows exactly how I'm feeling deep inside . Evertime I hear this song I cry.

[@lelemonster03]

I notice that the major public that like Future Island are in 40's and as a girl with only 18 years I think it's a shame the youth don't appreciates more the gold songs that they made.

[@tangananica2494]

im only 14 and im in love with their songs

[@MrWolfSnack]

I'm 30 and known of Future Islands since 2009 when I was 17. I had my finger on the pulse and knew a lot of indie scenes back then and had a feeling of what was gonna be hot. Future Islands always bubbled just moderately under the surface but not enough to break into radio airwaves.

[@alanwilliamson2740]

@@tangananica2494 I'm 64.... good music doesn't care how old you are.

[@AliBaba-sw8sv]

I’m 71 and believe they are so good.

[@jackbauer8057]

Just perfect. Great song... great band. One of the greatest music of our era.

[@migi111]

This one of the ”new” songs that I really like in these poor musical times. Keep doing great music guys!

[@cainbarstow144]

I saw them in Barcelona 4 or 5 years ago and had never heard of them, my husband is a big fan, the energy and his voice throwing himself around and singing such amazing songs. Love them.

[@epicdutchdude]

"and what's the sun without you? When every song I write's about you" Amazing

[@hectortamales405]

This song strikes a powerful and emotional chord that resonates within me like nothing else. My lady has helped me through a very difficult time and gave me the strength to place it behind me. I haven't always been the easiest to get along with and have even a pain in the ass, but I'm her pain in the ass. She hasn't given up on me and continues to encourage me to "run" towards the new version of myself. I love you, Tamara! 🥰

[@dristor2]

Music video budget: $30 Song quality: PRICELESS.

[@AngelaTheServer]

I love the video.

[@jakubcygan8265]

actually couldnt have been super cheap (I know $30 is an exaggeration for the lols but even so), rather willingly made to look cheap. competent drone operators come costly

[@NASkeywest]

“And what’s a song without you? When every song I writes about you.” 😭😭

[@amatamaaa]

This band is so underrated an unappreciated it's honestly fucking tragic

[@ingidraws]

Ametama - agree, but then ‘we’ have them for ourselves. Being popular might just mess it all up ...that being said, Elbow has managed to do their thing in that between-world of appreciation.

[@Winning781]

I don't think it's so much underrated as it is that their style and genre of music doesn't quite have the mass appeal of others.

[@jimbobby-lee1936]

This "band" is fucking shit house. You can have them. I'm sorry i heard them. God they suck.

[@Winning781]

i think your only talking about some rap....... have you ever listened to Country, Rock, Blues, R&B, Alternatie Rock, etc......

[@Lizanya8]

They don’t need to be popular!!!

[@Soundofsilver2007]

That synth riff is really melancholic; I sense vibrant magenta lights on their keyboard

[@marcinb4647]

When there's no more room in hell the dead will walk the dancefloor to a future islands tune

[@OldSkoolF]

SO VERY UNDER RATED.... Their music goes straight into my soul and gives me hope...

[@jrbaconcheez]

I'll never understand but always appreciate the way that Sam delivers emotions to his audience

[@louisejamora1751]

Absolutely love this band, so much passion and depth in their music ❤️ please keep making more!

[@loisholden9015]

Deep joy with this track. So glad I found this band. Thank you to Richard Osman for choosing this track on Desert Island Discs. Love you man. X

[@MarcDeArmey]

God, I just can't believe how much I love these guys

[@Ursaminor31]

I just heard this on CBC Canada yesterday - first time- I'm enthralled and captivated by this talented and passionate early 80's sound. Beautiful and emotional

[@IsssaKnife]

I've said this before and I'll say it again, this brings back the feeling of "In Evening Air", the best Future Island's album.

[@matth138]

man I thought the same thing. So fucking excited for this new one.

[@RichardJBroderick]

Can't hold a candle to in evening air the greatest album ever written, fact, but through the roses the best song on this album nearly gets there

[@whatryewatchin]

Such a great album.

[@BriarLeaf00]

You guys could play until you're all 70 and we'd still be here for it. So goddamn here for it.

[@jaynemccormick5917]

Saw them at wythenshawe park last night supporting noel Gallagher really liked them !

[@deborahmolique8007]

Run Sam Run. Saw Future Islands live last night in Tucson. What a great experience. Thanks for the music, the show, and everyone in the crowd that was so into the experience.

[@Mathewdavid4]

Where the hell have I been?!?! I just found these guys. The lead singer is mesmerizing. I love their live performances. Immediately obsessed. New artist discovery immediately in my forever listen to and love. 💜🔥🍀🤯👏💥

[@ravenlyjewels6160]

I was so glad to hear this on the radio today; first time I've ever heard Future Islands on the radio here, sadly. And this is so good--these guys will never stop being amazing. (Interesting fact: David Tennant mentioned this band and that's how I first heard of them. A year ago I got to thank him in person and he was quite "pleased he could be responsible for that.")

[@thenightrises420]

great band and a amazing voice

[@lifelearner45lloyd97]

Great voice 🎶

[@melcadbory1758]

I had the great pleasure of seeing Future Islands in Ireland this summer..just amazing xx😘😘😘😘

[@Lasercapri]

Don't know how but that is a no-1 hit bloody great and been worth the wait

[@Jasonnapier100]

nah, its not mainstream enough. Its edgy, electronic, raw...Im glad they are not in the charts. Hope they stay edgy and off beat away from mainstream.

[@ramonamartinez278]

if ur talking about killing people in secret then u get killed in public

[@eezeegeezaa]

you do know Stonehenge is a fraud

[@psykosel]

I've been listening to these guys for 9 yrs now and only now have they started to get played on the radio. That's such a kick in the face. Same for empire of the sun.

[@katiecurtis4419]

I feel like I am home when I hear this song. Music can be so powerful. Pls never go away ❤️

[@msgsd55]

I've been around for almost 7 decades. About 4 months ago, I listened to, "The Tower" on a Sirius channel. I'm so glad that I discovered your band. Namaste. 🙏

[@utleychase7]

FUTURE ISLANDS ARE TRENDING!!' YES!!'

[@wokewatch8508]

boo, keep them small and untainted by the curse of popularity. they are great.

[@codeninja100]

WHAMM CITY

[@christelsiebenberg9127]

This album is SO GREAT from start to finish. Just FABULOUS. Can't stop listening.

[@cherylp6047]

Instantly fell in love with this band today. Reminiscent of 80's New Order & Joy Division!

[@DarrenBates]

That guy on bass is a genius. This generation's Peter Hook.

[@JonGreene-mu9oh]

This is one of my favorite songs! William still had his long hair! Just saw you guys in Richmond. Fantastic as always. I love you guys!!!

[@michaelsherbert6742]

Really like these guys. May you never become rock stars, and always remain american artists. The Joy Division of North Carolina.

[@jamesbrownisdead3634]

fuck rockstars

[@TEMINIX]

Aren't F.I. from Baltimore???

[@TheGogogadget123]

they only played festivals for a year tho, i think they made it already.

[@ACobra289]

@@TEMINIX They originally formed in Greenville NC I believe, but now call Baltimore home.

[@em_birch]

@@ACobra289 It's still so badass to know these dudes are from my homestate though. I'm proud, in a way. XD

[@angelaxsacbe]

What a wonderful day today! We're right here awaiting! Mexico welcomes you guys! Here your home!

[@jamesbyrnes4989]

Beautiful song! A criminally underrated band!

[@Jasonnapier100]

Everybody better enjoy these guys and really appreciate their gigs because they are getting bigger and bigger and soon, you will be standing 20 rows back at a gig and the masses will be all over the place like swarms. won't be long now.

[@davidmoss9461]

Discovered these guys only recently whilst they supported Noel Gallagher near Manchester. I've been mesmerized ever since. How had I not heard of them.

[@britishbobcat2098]

Such an energetic stage presence. Sam is incredible ❤

[@brandon4117]

I fucking love how smooth the drummer plays in the video. 0:53 in and his movements were slick as fuck. First time I've ever heard this band, and I love this track.

[@vincentokonkwo551]

These guys have that vibe like the Uncle everyone else thinks is uncool - but you know, you know, they are the coolest.

[@darakinsey7775]

Love these soulful guys and the way the singer dances!!

[@itzelgarciah.6910]

Love this song! ❤❤❤ Come to Mexico, please!!!

[@adrianelias2365]

You need a wall

[@moldypizza]

+Adrian Trujillo You need to fuck off.

[@nolanwinkler]

unnecessary. He's wrong, that's all he needs to know.

[@itzelgarciah.6910]

Adrian Trujillo You need more things to do on your free time, better than annoying people with comments so racist and without sense. So pathetic!

[@leoj4647]

Adrian Trujillo u need a life

[@ksquare81]

Can't stop listening. Thank you universe!

[@simul808]

Really like Future Islands, watched them for the first time on Jools Holland a couple a years ago and was memorized by Sam Herring and how he throws so much emotion into each song, seen a few interviews from him and he seems like a top geezer. Quality Synth music right up my street. I look forward to the new album and if Ran is anything to go by it will be brilliant..

[@shiftyourfocusnow]

Still watching this in 2020! Yeah!!! Hope I can see all of you live again soon!

[@Keisy200]

You' ll make my heart smille if you came to Brazil in 2018!!!!

[@gustavoj.s111]

#Brasildomina

[@joaorupp3343]

Keisy Werner brazilll please

[@truththe77]

Every now and then a great band emerges. This is one of those great bands.

[@SERENO999]

I love Future Islands..

[@JamieHibble]

Every now and then I come across a random band/song I've never heard before which is incredible. Very cool song, greet lyrics, great voice!

[@denisebuethe9462]

DAMN! How have I missed these guys with their Ultravox vibe 🤯

[@illusionsky]

Reminds me of every time I have been in love, the happiness of being in it and the sadness of moving on. But mostly appreciating any new love more than ever. And the ability to embrace it more.

[@Ravazine]

They were pretty great live too. He's so weird. I love it

[@satelliteRadar]

Theyre just incredible

[@Woschele]

Best synthpop band since Ultravox. And the singer is ace. Watched them on Jimmy Fallon and thought they were brilliant.

[@peterdobby9143]

What makes a good song into a brilliant song..Is the bass..and ive got to give it to you..its up their with the best ive heard in my 69ys..Rock on Grandad

[@nomegold1]

Awesome Band! I can't stop playing this song🙂

[@chrismalbon7806]

Brilliant, just brilliant! Heard it on Absolute Radio on the way home - found it on here and listening to it for the 18th time........!

[@scotta.5681]

Really love the sound and style of the music! Saw you on Later with Jools Holland on the BBC and enjoyed the performance. Lot's of energy and emotion in the songs I've listened to. Keep up the brilliant work! Cheers

[@RootedHat]

"Ran around the wailing world" Such a masterful line

[@Vianouzneverdies]

Cant fucking wait! You guys are the best!! I saw them live once and it blew my mind, i still have shivers when i think about it..

[@ayortiz24701]

Vianouzneverdies I'm so excited to buy tickets this Friday for there concert here in Hollywood. I just discovered their music almost 2 years ago and really want to experience the passion of their music live.

[@Vianouzneverdies]

I swear, you'll be blown away by Samuel's performance..!!!

[@sanjulienne]

I was in the audience for the now-famous Letterman performance, never heard of them before that night, the electricity 1/4 of the way through the song was insane. People were looking at each other and mouthing "WTF?". And Dave's reaction was 100% genuine, you could always tell when Dave liked a band, or anyone really, but he was KNOCKED out by FI!

[@russellreilly4278]

I first saw fi on fallon and was also like wtf. after checking the letterman performance on you tube I was hooked. I envy you being in the audience ....wow

[@ninjacostar3849]

I hope to one day if they come to jolly old england.

[@marcwilson7178]

Love this tune (and band) so much!! Playing this song over and over may be the end for my neighbours (and speakers!). Sublime vocals, bassist extraordinaire, shit hot beats....all wrapped up in genius keyboard......I can't change the day I found you, future islands!! Xx

[@raphaelmarthey2299]

C'est ça que j'appelle une musique parfaite !! Great job

[@artvilla9055]

I love his voice and the bands vibe so so much.

[@josephsullivan9588]

You guys fill a void between Joy Division and New Order in my heart, with an extra pinch of shred

[@betabill633]

What an outrageous and on-target observation!!!

[@georgeruiz2004]

Saw them twice this year. They are SO GOOD LIVE. Seeing them again next week at the LA Greek Theatre, can't wait!

[@johnhardesty3167]

It saddens me that this band doesn’t get the rightful recognition it deserves, a great band-nonpareil.

[@baltomorebeats6342]

its crazy seeing all these places in the video and recognizing them, and now associating them with this song. this is Baltimore and Baltimore county, super glad this band is based here

[@joshrivera3910]

Ingest, where it goes, nobody sees but me So perfect and so sweet But the rest, feels incomplete Like the rabbit's foot I keep In the locket, with no key And I can't take it, I can't take this world without This world without you I can't take it, I can't take it on my own On my own On these roads Out of love, so it goes How it feels when we fall, when we fold How we lose control, on these roads How it sings as it goes Flight of field, driving snow Knows the cold Ran round the wailing world And what's a song without you? When every song I write is about you When I can't hold myself without you And I can't change the day I found you On these roads Out of love, so it goes How it feels when we fall, when we fold How we lose control, on these roads How it sings as it goes Flight of field, driving snow Knows the cold Out of love, so it goes How it feels when we fall, when we fold How we lose control, on these roads How it sings as it goes Flight of field, driving snow Knows the cold Ran round the wailing world