Goodnight | In Memory of Laika | The First Space Dog - Takar Nabam

Goodnight is a fictional period tragedy depicting the event of Laika's life as a cosmonaut and the bond between Laika and Adilya kotovskaya, a contemporary Soviet biologist that aided and trained Laika for its mission to space.
The video shows the immense training Laika had to go through for the Sputnik 2 launch just a month after the Soviet's launch of Sputnik 1, the first satellite launched to space during the space race between the Americans and the Soviet Union. This was always a one way ticket journey as the soviets had not yet perfected a 're-entry procedure'. Ultimately, Laika lost her life from cabin overheating within a short span of 4-7hrs of the launch.
The video also shares the emotional bond that had Adilya kotovskaya developed for the 'experimental animal'.
Yes, Laika did create history and did pave the way for all future human launches, but was her death justified for the nation's competitive greed?
This Music video is a dedication to Laika, thanking her and wishing her an eternal goodnight.
"Laika might be the first animal to orbit the earth, but Takar Nabam and animator Hage Nobin see a different side to it. In the animated music video for Nabam’s solemn, jazz-inflected song of departure and lost love, there’s a story of an adorable connection between Laika and her trainer. Between Nabam’s yearning, bittersweet refrains, the tale of this little dog who was launched into space takes a different, heart-wrenching perspective, one that’s undoubtedly tearjerker material" - A.T (‪@OfficialRollingStoneIndia‬ )
"Good Night" is now available on all major streaming - fanlink.to/f3k9
"Red and Yellow" full EP Out Now!
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Interview with Rolling Stones - bit.ly/3GOV76m
SONG CREDITS -
Composition, Lyrics, Music by Takar Nabam
Produced & Mixed by the London, New York based duo of Andy Dollerson & Jake Owen
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Recording Engineer - Haggai Rongmei
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Mastered by the Grammy Winning Michael Fossenkemper at Turtle Tone Studios, New York
VIDEO CREDITS -
Directed by Hage Nobin
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Story/Animation/Editing - Hage Nobin
3d modeling - Neeraj Dwivedi
Lighting/Texturing/Rendering - Annanya Khare, Caydon Rosario
Rigging - Tousif Hazarika
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LYRICS -
I came here,
I was looking for you,
Why didn’t you call me last night ?
I don’t know why,
We chose this way,
I never knew you’d look away,
I don’t know why,
it's so hard for you,
to look this way, even once
You know, I couldn’t sleep it off,
The bed never felt so rough,
And all you had to do was call and say
Good Night, Dear love,
Good Night, I know it’s been rough,
Good Night, I’ll see you in the morning,
Let’s call it a night,
Good Night, Good Night,
Love
You know, I’ve come here before as well
You know, I looked for you,
You were in your shell,
I’ll knock, I won’t break in,
I’ll keep waiting, waiting,
Until you call me and say
Good Night, Dear love,
Good Night, I know it’s been rough,
Good Night, I’ll see you in the morning,
Let’s call it a night,
Good Night, Good Night,
Love

[@vaporwingfauxmcloud1190]

Rest easy, little one... From the universe, you came; From the Universe you returned 😢 I have watched so many Laika videos I can't stop crying. I mean that poor soul... And yes, Laika... You were a good girl so enjoy your freedom amongst the stars, little hero. You are the reason we could go to space and live forever ❤

[@takarnabam]

Yes, the sacrifice Laika made is unforgettable. Kudos to her a new door opened for the folks in the space department, but at the cost of an innocent animals life, which is the saddest bit.

[@matthev3759]

This is a nice memorial to Laika. Her trainers cared about her and later regretted sending her on this mission. Ultimately it didn't matter that there was no recovery system because she died from mechanical failures. Russia wasn't the only country that lost animals in their space program.

[@takarnabam]

It’s so sad. Laika and other pets who have sacrificed for the selfish needs of our human race is a testimony to them extent us humans can go for our selfish gains. Can you share with me the names of other pets who have gone through something similar, would like to know more. Thanks for watching.

[@alisonchavez6232]

RIP Lakia

[@chukhuthollu5471]

Back in 93/94 we had a pomerian dog named Laika. Iam not a dog lover but Laika holds a special place in my heart.This brings back alot of memories of our sweet little Laika.

[@takarnabam]

That's so sweet. I know how it feels to lose a dog. 😭

[@cat.mp3]

It’s not fair.. it’s not fair that they do this.. to animals that don’t deserve it, just to test… I cant help but cry

[@takarnabam]

Yes, that's true. It's unethical and also very unfair. Humans are intrinsically selfish. Wouldn't you agree ?

[@dannystilleo363]

It's necessary evil for evolution and progress of mankind

[@pragnyawakhlu]

This video made me cry so hard: ( I've read about Laikas story in the past but the way this animation humanizes her and shows everything it's so sad ya. Nicely done video and animation Takar

[@takarnabam]

Thanks so much Pragnya. I myself being a dog lover, couldn't hold my tears! 😭

[@NityaThakur770]

@@takarnabam kkkkmmm qarz

[@DeepaArunkumar-rc4go]

Super🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@moushumikandali8286]

I would always think about Laika...her death...and then I get to listen to this beautiful song!!! Resonates so much !! Thank you for creating this poignant piece .....💕🙏

[@takarnabam]

Hello! Thanks so much for checking it out. Laika holds a very special place in my heart and I'm sure a lot of dog lovers would feel the same. 🙂

[@vante8448]

Just thank you! Takar Nabam and Hage Nobin. This is so beautiful!! still crying… 😭😭

[@takarnabam]

Thanks for watching, Happy Diwali! ❤️

[@nmyy22]

Damn! This was emotional! Had me teary eyed. The song, animation and everything was top notch!✌️

[@takarnabam]

Hey thanks so much! Laika forever in our hearts. ❤️❤️

[@yourinspector8311]

This video made me cry thinking of how that poor puppy must've felt.Heard of Laika but never felt this sad before.😭😭❤️❤️ Amazing animation with amazing voice.❤️❤️

[@takarnabam]

Hey, thank you so much! ❤️

[@nirisanjaytara3756]

Pinched my heart so hard 🥺 Great Music Takar,, Loved it ! Loved it! Loved it! Awesome deliberation 😢

[@takarnabam]

Thanks so much for watching, glad you could connect to the story 🙂

[@tatediri5168]

Heart touching.. Very beautifully showcased the scarifice laika has made for human kind.. ❤

[@takarnabam]

Yeah, Laika was a true hero! ❤️

[@sergiobrito2532]

​@@takarnabamheroine

[@CarolinaNorbu]

This left me so emotional. So so good. Kudos Nobin🙌🙌 and Takar you know this is my fav other than Ashes from this Ep🙌🙌🔥

[@takarnabam]

Thanks Caro! Nobin did a fantastic job. Still can't believe it

[@deakbannok]

😢 He is out there in the universe. May one day his capsule will be recovered.

[@takarnabam]

❤️❤️

[@gabrielacantu7900]

My son named his dog Laika 😍 to honor her 🐩

[@takarnabam]

Such a beautiful way to honour Laika. How old is your son’s dog ?

[@MartinCantu1991]

This is her son! She is about 1 yr old, I adopted her around June 2023.​@@takarnabam

[@takarnabam]

Sweet to hear that. Nice to connect with a fellow dog lover. 🙂

[@abinashgogoi7927]

This is beautiful yet melancholic in a subtle manner!

[@takarnabam]

Thanks man! You can check out the full EP, it came out today 🙂 fanlink.to/gttV

[@aniketadas]

Best tribute to Laika..

[@takarnabam]

Surely. Couldn't have done it without Nobin.

[@infinitejest.4994]

Ah, dear Laika. I miss my Boo and my Gracie. I feel I can’t replace them. No dog is replaceable. But if I get another dog, I will call her Laika. ❤️

[@takarnabam]

Aww that’s a sweet thought. ❤️

[@thefortunemusic]

What a beautiful video. Excellent work fam

[@takarnabam]

Thanks guys! 🙌

[@ytshorts_channel78]

Rip❤

[@takarnabam]

❤️❤️

[@ChiragTodi]

Such an amazing song and music video!

[@takarnabam]

Hey Chirag! Thanks a ton man, glad you enjoyed it ❤️ wishing you and your family a vey Happy Diwali!

[@lu_talks]

Lovely and heart wrenching as well. So many mixed feelings. Wee done buddy!! Love it ♥️

[@takarnabam]

Hey thanks so much! ❤️ Do you own a dog too ?

[@Crossfoxtheriannnnn]

That dog deserved better… rest in peace Laika ❤️

[@takarnabam]

Surely ❤️

[@telisumon2367]

Love for the ARTIST & the TEAM for making such beautiful music video ❤️🔥😭

[@takarnabam]

Hi, thank you soo much! 🙂 Do check out the full EP - fanlink.to/gttV

[@haremking1985]

Amazing as always ❣️

[@takarnabam]

Hey thanks so much ❤️

[@vinaypathak7591]

Awesome. Love this work.

[@takarnabam]

Thanks a lot Vinay! Show it to a friend 🙂

[@aijaz5830]

@: Takar Naban, Hage Nobin, Neeraj Dwivedi, Annanya Khare, Caydon Rosario,Tousif Hazarika You guys have made a Poetry in the form of video. Simply amazing. Keep it up

[@takarnabam]

Hey, thanks so much! Wishing you a Very Happy Diwali! Do check out the full EP - fanlink.to/gttV

[@aatifnawaz1803]

Very nice Nobin. I had seen the poster somewhere but didn't know it was made by you. Amazin work

[@takarnabam]

Hey Aatif, Nobin's done a phenomenal job. Couldn't agree more! Wishing you a Happy Diwali!

[@TemProduction]

Super Awesome Arrangement Loved It :)

[@takarnabam]

Hi, thanks so much! Do give this a share 🙂🙌

[@pratikkumar4320]

Well A Very Heartouching Content... Applaudable 🙏🙏

[@takarnabam]

❤️❤️ thanks for watching

[@ysinembargococino]

Nice video. Thank you for sharing.

[@takarnabam]

Hello, thank you so much. 🙂 Where are you from ?

[@kiojenduchok7343]

Loved it ❣️

[@Clockwork-XIII]

Was listening to the song Space Doggity By Johnathan Coulton and saw this on the suggestions bit. Never thought there might be a Laika playlist to be made but here we are.

[@takarnabam]

🙂❤️glad you made it here. 🙌

[@jerjumnm]

This is so good... your voice compliments the whole video and makes it more touching... ❤👍🥺

[@takarnabam]

Thank you so much! 🙂

[@jerjumnm]

wc... keep growing hwaiting!! brother 👍😊

[@octumangam6693]

Really appreciate ur music bro 😎

[@takarnabam]

Thanks a lot! 🙂 Do check out the full EP - fanlink.to/gttV

[@katemapang6331]

Awesome 👍

[@takarnabam]

🙂🙌

[@lakshaymalhan760]

LOVED IT!❤

[@takarnabam]

Thanks brother! ❤️

[@tabenacho4183]

Wonderful!!!

[@takarnabam]

❤️

[@yenamnabam9105]

Awww...So nice Bro...

[@takarnabam]

❤️❤️

[@AndrewPaderna]

im having goosebumps i was crying😢😢

[@meenkane2934]

Heart breaking 😭... Thank you for such a wonderful song... and also today is kukur(dog) tihar (diwali) in nepali . ❤️🥰..

[@takarnabam]

Hey thanks so much! What a coincidence that it's kukur tihar in Nepal. Are you from Nepal ? 🙂

[@meenkane2934]

@@takarnabam no iam nt frm nepal but iam very much attched with nepali culture.

[@takarnabam]

@@meenkane2934 that's amazing...I don't know much about Nepali culture, but their cel rotis are amazing 😀

[@pumangjr.7464]

Brilliant❤🔥

[@takarnabam]

Thanks a lot ❤️ Do give this a share 🙂

[@tagetallang]

Beautiful 🥺❤️

[@takarnabam]

❤️❤️😭

[@toitoitotoro8705]

Beautiful ❤️

[@takarnabam]

Thanks so much! ❤️

[@starecase752]

Heartbreakingly good man🙌🏻

[@takarnabam]

Thanks so much! You a dog lover too?

[@starecase752]

@@takarnabam yeah man

[@kangkimratan8359]

Wonderfull 👍

[@takarnabam]

Thanks 🙌🙌

[@kakiyarda2742]

Huge respect achi apko ♥️🔥✨👐

[@takarnabam]

Thanks a lot! 🙂❤️

[@koi-fish2973]

🥺so much emotions.. #sharing with friends

[@takarnabam]

Hey thanks so much! ❤️❤️

[@esthertame7096]

Superb song with animation video shorts 👍👏👏👏

[@takarnabam]

❤️

[@EasternAria]

Amazing composition ❤👍

[@takarnabam]

Thanks a lot! 🙌

[@Mrpower107]

Just amazing

[@takarnabam]

❤️❤️

[@picklehouseofarunachalprad838]

Aya mera dil behte gaya...

[@takarnabam]

😭😭

[@didanadventureunlocked.5420]

Nicely done Nuku.Happy Diwali..

[@takarnabam]

Thanks bhai, wishing you and your family the same! 🎉✨

[@sindasnaps1638]

Achi takar this is an emotional tribute.......to Laika and made me feel, its happening now...big applause achi.....

[@takarnabam]

🙂🙂

[@MiloSpicy]

That dog was only 2 years old......

[@Im_Tireed]

Laika was 3

[@alisonchavez6232]

Fr

[@AtodBayor]

Soo much emotion in this song . masterpiece 💙

[@takarnabam]

Hey thank you so much...if you'd like to hear the full EP, which came out today, please visit - fanlink.to/gttV

[@tajokamra1411]

Wow Amazing 😭 no wonder so many polls on Laika in IG.

[@takarnabam]

Hehe yeah, you got that right! Did you participate in those polls ?

[@tajokamra1411]

@@takarnabam Yes I did. Don't Give Up Keep doing what you love 🙏.

[@takarnabam]

@@tajokamra1411 thank you 🙌

[@RashmisABCD]

Amazing upload, beautifully created this video, stay healthy and safe, have a nice weekend, lk

[@takarnabam]

Hello, thanks so much for watching, have a great weekend. 🙌🙂

[@yamilazi3847]

Superb 👍

[@takarnabam]

🙂

[@wilmermena9781]

You always are going to be important for the history.

[@takarnabam]

Woah thank you so much. That means a lot 🙂❤️

[@mailtoaparna72]

When I ws announcing about lika and playing ur song I cried a lot... How cruel we humans are... I miss my bruno😔

[@takarnabam]

😢😢I have lost a dog too. He was my best pal, who stood right beside me for more than a decade. I know that feeling. Hope Bruno is at a better place ❤️

[@tytsam72]

Calming music! Nobin nice film. ♥️😇

[@takarnabam]

Thank you and Happy Diwali! ❤️🙌

[@imagineb]

This is award winning ✨❤️

[@takarnabam]

❤️❤️thanks so much!

[@pikachukku]

Sooo beautiful 😭😭😭😭😭 really heart touching

[@takarnabam]

Thank you! 🙂

[@lazybones2070]

Never thought an animated video would make me cry. Felt Guilty as if She was mine.

[@takarnabam]

😢😢

[@RealMCHeam]

Beautiful bro ,got goosebumps

[@takarnabam]

Thanks brother. Your a dog lover too ?

[@RealMCHeam]

@@takarnabam your music lover I am and then yeah dogs are beautiful

[@takarnabam]

Thanks bro, really means a lot! ❤️ Btw are you in Delhi ?

[@teter.rosangzuali5829]

OMG! I cried alot .. couldn't help ..i feel so sorry for Laika.. ❤️😭😭😭😭

[@takarnabam]

😭😭I know! Laika's contribution shall forever be cherished.

[@1996sergioandres]

It´s beautiful and sad. Please can you make a short film about Belka and Strelka? They deserves too

[@takarnabam]

Thanks for watching. Will definitely think about it. Thanks for your suggestion.

[@thelonelytravelerr]

So lovely😍 🥺🥺🥺

[@takarnabam]

❤️🙌🙌

[@nobigangte2086]

From the beginning till the end The song and the animation.... It pierced my heart

[@takarnabam]

Thank you, do give it a share! 🙂

[@nebiatony3495]

This one is best.

[@takarnabam]

Thank you!

[@SonuSharma-by4bp]

I love you bhaiya this song is awesome 👌 👏 👍

[@takarnabam]

🙌🙌❤️

[@Jenny_fox453]

It’s not fair they do this.. I almost cried.. to be honest I did cry..

[@takarnabam]

I hear you 😢

[@sisterblessingkitchentv564]

This is so lovely and very beautiful ❤️ New friend 😍

[@takarnabam]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@aborgirl3125]

Everytime i see this video its heart wrenching..

[@takarnabam]

💔💔

[@ikramulhaque9711]

Just wow

[@takarnabam]

Hello, thank you so much!

[@nabamgeemi4219]

So touching😢

[@takarnabam]

❤️

[@natupanggam4555]

😢this video made me cry

[@takarnabam]

🙂

[@user-ev9pl9cn3y]

nobody will ever hurt you laika rest in peace

[@takarnabam]

❤️❤️

[@lisachaelisa]

This song made me cry everytime I watch

[@takarnabam]

I feel you. Did you know this story before you saw this video?

[@lisachaelisa]

@@takarnabam I know the story from my brother 😭

[@takarnabam]

I see. Indeed it is a touching story.

[@Jesonsworld]

❤️❣️this is so good😭❤️

[@takarnabam]

Thanks so much Jeson! ❤️ You got a dog too ?

[@Jesonsworld]

@@takarnabam yes😊 the song and the video compliments each other too well. A treat to ears and eyes❣️

[@takarnabam]

@@Jesonsworld thanks so much! Would you like to hear the other songs from the EP?

[@Jesonsworld]

@@takarnabam yes sure ❣️

[@Jesonsworld]

@@takarnabam I did hear your “Quiet a story” before and really loved the whole concept

[@Mrman674]

Beautiful video I subscribe and liked

[@takarnabam]

Hey, thanks so much! Do check out my new EP "Red and Yellow" 🙂 fanlink.to/gttV

[@Mrman674]

ok i I checked it was awesome

[@takarnabam]

@@Mrman674 thanks so much, appreciate it ❤️

[@Mrman674]

yep

[@MartinCantu1991]

Beautiful 💔

[@takarnabam]

How did you like the story ? 🙂

[@MartinCantu1991]

​@@takarnabamVery well put together, thank you for the tribute.

[@takarnabam]

❤️❤️

[@uttuyumicha6295]

Tears drop down my face... 😣

[@takarnabam]

😭😭

[@danes123]

I hope this gets big

[@takarnabam]

Thanks. I would love it if you could share it in your circle. ❤️🙂

[@stawrig]

Damn this is cute not gonna lie! Goodjob!😁

[@takarnabam]

Hey thanks so much! Do share the cuteness to your circle of friends. ❤️🙂

[@gamlin1877]

Soothing and sad.🌠

[@takarnabam]

Thanks for watching ❤️

[@Sammmy9999]

Am not crying, you are

[@takarnabam]

Sure. That's fine.

[@worldaffair248]

👌👌

[@takarnabam]

❤️

[@induchukhu1903]

Such a Nicely placed Tribute for Laika. I don't think so, any body has come up with such idea before. Let me know, if theres. Good one Takar 👌

[@takarnabam]

Thanks so much for saying so! All credits to Nobin for thinking of such a beautiful story and a beautiful soul, who did so much for us. ❤️

[@anujchhetri6237]

Emotional....😔

[@takarnabam]

😭 Wishing you a Happy Diwali

[@anujchhetri6237]

@@takarnabam happy Diwali to u too brother

[@WAJAHATHASAN]

Amazing man ❤️❤️

[@takarnabam]

Thank you Wajahat bhai. Wishing you a Happy Diwali!

[@WAJAHATHASAN]

@@takarnabam happy diwali Rockstar 🎉

[@takarnabam]

@@WAJAHATHASAN 😀😀

[@mewsingsbynatk]

Now she’s a star in the sky. ✨⭐️✨ We love you, Laika. 💙💗💙💗💙💗

[@takarnabam]

Yes she is. ❤️❤️What a legacy she has left behind, no ?

[@lalmuanpuia_chhakchhuak]

♥️

[@takarnabam]

❤️

[@gonyabincineproduction3642]

😭

[@takarnabam]

😭😭

[@kiogigidagagung3827]

🗣️ LAIKA!! 🐕 😭

[@takarnabam]

😭

[@dinitaebiya9075]

No words😞😞😞😭😭😭

[@tabareema517]

My 💜 😭💔

[@takarnabam]

😭 Wishing you a Happy Diwali!

[@indiaballfromarp2460]

The hardest try not to cry challange :

[@takarnabam]

So true 😢

[@pokgekarbak6592]

😣😘big love Achi 💚🧡💛💜

[@takarnabam]

❤️❤️

[@TheNerfGuys-lg1if]

Rip Laila I miss you so much! 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@takarnabam]

Yep. I miss her too. Such a brave one