Grace Davies - roots (Official Video)

Huge thank you to everyone who put their heart and soul into making this video 💞 I love it so much 😭
Stream and download 'roots' here: lnk.to/gracedaviesroots
Follow: linktr.ee/GraceDavies
Director / Editor: Katya Ganfeld
Producer: Freddie Hill
DOP: Peter Garazjszki
1st AC: Tom Eames
Spark: Tom Thain, Noli Cavolli, Luke Halstead
Production Designer: Macy Trieu Dingle
Art Director: Amber Ravenshear
Art Assistant: Amy Willington
Equipment: Procam Take 2
Production Company: Graded Films
Grade: Darren Mostyn @ Online Creative
Thanks to Fireworks Crazy, Chelmsford.
ROOTS
I don't wanna be found out
I don't wanna leave this town and I
Don't wanna be back where I started from
Cos my roots won't keep me warm
They won't keep me warm
I only just realised now
It only just dawned on me that I
I've always been lonely and I needed this
To feel comfort and complete
I never thought we'd meet
But they said I was always gonna be that way
Until I saw you I believed them everyday
And then you came my way
Oh, let me love, oh let me love you until we're old
Oh, let me love, oh let me love you until we're grown
Cos my roots won’t keep me warm
I guess I made it here somehow
I made it this far and I am proud
I've seen my whole world just change
Nothing stays the same
And I for one am glad
Never knew I wanted you so bad
But they said I was always gonna be that way
Until I saw you I believed them everyday
And then you came my way
Oh, let me love, oh let me love you until we're old
Oh, let me love, oh let me love you until we're grown
Cos my roots won’t keep me warm
And they said I was always gonna be that way
Until I saw you I believed them every day
And then you came my way
Oh, let me love, oh let me love you until we're old
Oh, let me love, oh let me love you, ooh
Cos my roots won’t keep me warm
My roots won’t keep me warm
Oh, my roots won’t keep me warm
My roots won’t keep me warm

[@itsgracedavies]

thank you so much for the love on this song over the past 4 years! hope u love this video 💞

[@ellieburns2110]

So so proud grace!!!🥺💖4 long years of supporting and following you, now the BEST song has come out and makes it all worth the wait❤️love youuu

[@gracedieuloponda988]

I'm proud of you, Grace. Even it's been 4 years, you still didn't give up and you deserve to be a better musician than the underrated one. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👍🏾😘♥🔥💯

[@tomwhite4736]

Ditto Ellie burns comments. I love a good cry just like you grace ,isn't it great to hear so many kind positive messages.

[@joanneesan6737]

I absolutely love the video and love you grace❤️, it's definitely worth the wait thanku ❤️❤️

[@rebeccashone974]

OMG absolutely love this!! So so glad you have released it Grace always loved you from that 1st audition, you are such an amazing talent 💖

[@realvibephotography9706]

WTF !! Why isnt this girl an international superstar? Just come across a random uk x factor on Facebook while sitting in my lounge in Australia... holy shit some label pick her up an run her over here.. impressive talent

[@Ladosligese]

cause she is a real women with curves etc ..

[@sherrymckenzie2751]

I just found this the same way today ❤ she's amazing

[@peterlunn4768]

It makes me so angry when I see truly a gifted singer/songwriter like Grace not topping the charts. Why isn't her label promoting her more? One Direction and Little Mix were all solo singers who were rejected, then brought back by simon who formed them into groups, now they're multi-millionaires. None of these have the talent of Grace, where's the justice. True talent is rarely appreciated.

[@adamrathbun88]

Why this song is not playing on the radio is beyond me this is many times better than most of the crap I'm hearing today. Beautiful song Grace.

[@simonchilvers3942]

it`s a joke great talent just going unheard..bring back the 7" singles

[@christinebrett4825]

It was on the radio on one of the soaps I noticed

[@Coeurone]

Entièrement d'accord avec vous ! / Totally agree!

[@Samantha-wz1ib]

@@Coeurone Dd

[@ariekleber209]

Agreed

[@thatsalligot2say]

She has an exceptional voice. She reminds me of Adele and I don't understand that she isn't up there

[@timtesseliza]

Why am i crying it only just started

[@marimullan4012]

I just played this song to my husband of 22 years. We have been through so much. The death of our precious son should have torn us apart but we have made it through so sad but still very much in love. I miss him so much every second of every day. Our roots have kept us entangled and anchored through the worst storm we have ever faced. I love this song so much. Thank you Grace for this song.

[@gallopingg1]

GOD BLESS

[@forlorndream1400]

This is a little belated but I'm sorry you lost your son. I can't imagine that pain.

[@MG-ih7mg]

❤

[@DougMarv]

Both warriors of love ❤️ Your son is proud waiting for you

[@soumiatulip]

I am sorry for ur pain. Regards from Algeria

[@peteiswriteingnow]

Always thought when Grace sung this on her audition it was one of the best auditions ever such a unique voice, no body sounds like her, and the fact she writes so much of her music. I cant even remember who the group was that beat her in the final let alone what happened to them, she should have won in my book.

[@wendydodge1900]

I agree! One of the best auditions I’ve ever seen. Brought me to tears! Just as it did Sharon!

[@doctorninetytwo3300]

It was Rak-Su, who ive not heard anything from in some time! Really annoyed me when Grace was forced to take all her music off the internet after going on XFactor as Rak-Su still had an EP available AFTER the Final!

[@Gurl-5150]

She. Was. ROBBED.

[@plym1969]

This is the best original song ever sung on the UK Xfactor. At last we have the recorded version and it's still brilliant.

[@grahamharris8906]

Totally agree 👏🏻

[@nnamdistanley2197]

Brilliant music Top music Grace Davies

[@nnamdistanley2197]

Hello grace Davies Beautiful singing brilliant music Top ❤️🌹 From Nnamdi

[@turtle929]

On any competition, not just UK XFactor.

[@shelly9317]

Agreed! Amazing song!

[@JMemski]

I still remember the tears welling in my eyes when I first saw you perform this ❤

[@itsgracedavies]

ahhhhh thank you so much xxxx

[@adriennecrosby4105]

Yes! The Judge's were all captivated by Grace's talent! So cool to watch! ❤️🌟

[@elizabethking-kimble7883]

Just saw it and looked her up right away her voice is beautiful❤

[@barriealfredfeatherstone7290]

Her audition on X-Factor was the best talent audition of all time. The popularity of this song and Grace is only limited by the number of people that get to listen to her. Help the girl out, do the stats thing. Can you imagine what would happen if Adele got hold of this?

[@daverl9854]

Is this in the charts? Surely this should be a number 1 hit!!

[@tiffanyjohnston9958]

#28 today !!

[@AttractiveButBitter]

Its in the top 40 now 🥲❤

[@ArmpitOfEurope]

2:13 A shot out of a fairytale

[@karlwheatley4709]

4 years ago I married the love of my life and this was our first dance song, it still brings tears to my eyes to this day, thank you for making such an amazing song grace.

[@shahbakibellahrejve7478]

Great voice... First time hear this song! Brilliant ❤️ lots of love.

[@bearr3096]

You danced to a KZbin rip of her performance?

[@Mama-Ames]

@@bearr3096 This beautiful moment, a Bride & Groom's "First Dance" together as husband & wife... is a symbol of their joyful union. And the song... a heartfelt expression of their love. The quality of a recording &/or where it originated are irrelevant. The beauty of the song itself & the meaning it holds in the hearts of the happy couple is all that TRULY matters.💕

[@martinjones3889]

Best song. Since arctic monkeys 6yrs ago radio is sad I listen to the music on the phone Thanks for the song how the f%%k did them idiots win? Now gone and who voted for them? Totally fixed cos she had a record deal Emjay ❤

[@bourne4pt14]

I don't understand why this song never hit number 1 on the Billboard chart. It is truly amazing! Keeping being inspiring and authentic. Thank you.

[@vincentochieng6187]

I want her to be successful.

[@bambinobecky]

screaming crying snotting everywhere I am SO proud of you!!!!!!!!!!!!! 🤍

[@chloemcqueeney-7946]

she’s smashed it! what a queen

[@KieronHurst]

Bambino Becky LAD, glad to see you support GD “kisses” 😂

[@pulina2909]

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[@kimvidem7845]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3WVqGufn5etg6M

[@L.Nilsson]

At last, love this song. And now we waiting for "Do It Better" "Too Young" and "Wolves"

[@gracedieuloponda988]

Don't forget Drivers License too. I think she can cover that song consistently well. I know she's the better artist I have ever seen from her.

[@dahlia5440]

don’t forget “don’t go” and the one from judges houses

[@tomasalcorta7402]

@@dahlia5440 And Nothing but words.

[@SimplethingsOfficial]

Nothing But Words and Hesitate ASWELL

[@bencannon5924]

too young and more than you please on spotify!

[@mmosisqueendom4894]

I heard a snippet of this song on TikTok after the artist posted a video of the song being played on BBC radio, it immediately spoke to me, now I'm here and will be for eternity! This song went straight to my heart and soul. I wish you all the best of luck with your career, Grace Davies. This is phenomenal.

[@tomten8663]

One of the best singers ever ,with one of the best songs ever. This is STUNNING.

[@roberts1952100]

This song still sounds so fresh as it did when you auditioned. If you release an album, I would definitely buy it.

[@northeee8887]

yeeeeeeeeeeeee

[@lorrinastowers-smith6669]

Have been listening to this song all day and night. Can't stop playing it. Why isn't this song on the radio...it's so beautiful and her voice unbelievable. We all need to share this song with everyone we know in the hope that it becomes the hit that it should be.

[@tatatata6726]

Be blessed. God made you special. A humble and grateful 💖 will make us through.

[@lilrastine2739]

Why is no one talking about how beautiful she is?

[@tewaewae]

her music is what captures us.

[@GregoriousGregori9]

The Question never was after 4 years would they still listen would they still care for Roots? The Answer has always been Roots is what brought us all together, made us fall collectively for your Voice Your Writing & Your Honest way of connecting with us all. Roots literally is the root from which we have followed loved listened globally supporting your music ever growing with you. Roots has taken hold in fertile ground & Just you watch it grow. So much respect light love & positivity from my part of Canada. You deserves all the success in the world & I am just over the moon for you.

[@terra2805]

I remember the episode when she first performed this song. I was utterly blown away at how talent like this can go unnoticed for so long. Such a beautiful song. It gave me goosebumps that first audition.

[@trilbyfox1260]

You had my Mom and I 😭 when we heard this song, she was diagnosed with cancer and hearing your voice she said you were an 😇. This song speaks to me, I lost my best friend and her mom 10 months later I wish you had more songs on Pandora station and come to the US I would love to see you Grace!!! Don't ever stop singing I have been following you during your journey and you should be proud, thank you for letting us hear your voice 💚

[@John_Schulz]

This has got to be one of the most BEAUTIFUL songs ever ever written and performed by an extraordinary artist. Period.

[@itsgracedavies]

wow! thank you so so much 😭

[@LunaMoonfae]

@@itsgracedavies you're awesome, I often come back to this song, it's heart rendering ❤️

[@ArmpitOfEurope]

Oh my God FINALLY! This deserves to go VIRAL. What an incredibly beautiful song.

[@nnadozieohaji736]

This song deserves a billion streams…. Grace never disappoints. I sought her out right after I saw her audition with the song. I am a super fan!!!!!

[@sheriennesymonds3244]

she should be a superstar come on music industry advertise her!!!!!!!!!

[@justynagrzywacz79]

I keep watching your X Factor audition again and again . It's my favourite song EVER. I knew, one day you'll be very famous, you are absolutely AMAZING . So talented, beautiful songwriter and singer, beautiful girl. I've heard "Roots" at Dermot O'leary's program at BBC RADIO 2 last Saturday and I burst into tears . So very happy for you. Congratulations, please don't change. You are a pure diamond 💎♥️

[@vincentvogel6303]

4years and counting and for many years to come this right here is magic ...this song just made music honest again...thank you for that 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦 much love from south africa.🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@multi-fandommess6319]

I’ve loved this song since the very first time you performed it on the X factor, I’m so happy that you decided to release it

[@lemonade8425]

37 people have no taste in music. This song is a little masterpiece, it warms the heart ♥

[@Anonymous-sy2qu]

Go viral go . Next ‘ I was too young to know better please’

[@susanmaddox7605]

Roots is the original that you auditioned with, which proves you were a true artist/singer/songwriter even before the audition and I've been looking for this song on iTunes for a very long time. Thanks so much for releasing it! I just purchased and downloaded it. If everyone would share this video to their social media, it would help to get it out into the world. Such a wonderful love song. I hope it gets selected to be played often for weddings and receptions, etc.

[@MartinHCollection]

This song is STUNNING!!!

[@dsd310580]

Absolutely stunning song. Absolutely stunning voice. Love it so much, since the first time I heard you audition with it on X Factor. You was my winner since day 1. I wish you nothing but success for the future. The world needs your talent.

[@connorfitz-patrick]

What a beautiful song! 😭😭

[@thedutchhuman]

love it, love it, love it...

[@acs2735]

I am 49 and this is one of the best songs I have ever heard. I hope there is an album ❤️

[@helenlizzystewart4908]

Everyone should just go and buy this song on line everywhere

[@shaundobson8045]

Grace, what a beautiful song. No doubt about it, you should have won the X Factor. Please record Roots,as your next single. God bless 🙏 you always. I can't wait to see you in concert, if you come to Manchester.❤️

[@ellieburns2110]

The fact I’ve supported u since the age of 12 and I’m now 16 still supporting you is absolutely amazing !!! Your making it to where you wanna be grace!!💋every single one of my votes went on u on the xfactor You’ll forever be my winner😎🥰

[@lynnd6305]

I love Grace's voice and songs. I remember the first time I saw her audition.

[@deanlilmudguy]

After 4 effin years i thought it'll never be released. But the wait is over and it is worth it. ❤

[@farzadjahanfard]

I remember how This song made me cry like no song ever in my life I remember I was crying like a baby 😭 and I wanted this to be my wedding song she left me after 3 years now it's a year that she left and I am listing to this it will be my wedding song one day ❤️ you are amazing keep singing ❤️

[@IdahoOrv]

X factor got it wrong so many years ago. This song...if it doesn't bring on a tear or two, then something is wrong with you. The best of everything, lyrics to your singing is absolutely breath taking. Just makes me want more and more.

[@celes42017]

This song is totally my life right now! I found someone I was questioning, but he turned out to be an amazing man. I thought I was going to be alone for the rest of my life, but this man has been incredible to me. He’s helped me find myself again.

[@keepingitreal.5539]

I've listened to this 45 times today to be exact

[@keithwheeler8875]

My heart is bursting with joy that this is finally getting the recognition its deserved for 4 years this song means so much to me it reached in and touched my soul in a way no song has ever done before, I fell in love with it when you did your audition it gave me goosebumps but I wasn't prepared for what happened when you and Paloma sang it in the final it tore my soul to shreds I sobbed my heart out for a good ten minutes every time I hear it I get goosebumps and sometimes get teary its such a powerful and beautiful song and I made up for you Grace that finally you've got to really own it and showcase it and your immense talent to the world, I and many others are supporting you all the way in your journey as your patreons and are privileged to be able to do so, xxxx 😘😘❤❤❤

[@TheCaptain64]

Wow Grace what a voice what a song, I have literally just heard this song for the first time in 2024 don't know how I missed it. Amazing thank you n well done .

[@motilalphullel226]

We will ever love you Grace. Much love 💕

[@itszoescarlett1846]

The 3 people that disliked this video, don't have taste In music! Because what a song!! Found you through tik tok, remembered you from xfacfor! Wow!! This right here is the definition of determination and chasing your dreams!! Well Done!!! 🥰xx

[@itsgracedavies]

thank you my love! 💞

[@abigailcourtney8829]

I’ve loved this song ever since you preformed it on X Factor back in 2017 can’t believe it’s now a single congrats and you really should have won X Factor I was rooting for you from the start.

[@kapkone]

She deserves to be a huge star

[@oohjamaflip]

Love love love!

[@janetmeier6523]

The best song and singer in any talent show EVER! Period!

[@yonelamlotsha9821]

I love this song forever and always 🥺😍

[@KrisChalakov]

Oh my ! This song finally came to life YES, I loved it then and I loveee it now 💝💝

[@thatsalligot2say]

My thoughts as well. She has an amazing, amazing voice, She wrote this song. I don't understand why she isn't bigger than she is I just listened to her today and I thought when I googled her that she would be so popular

[@jessejordan81]

Not even a cryer and this hit me like an emotional train… epic. I’ve been waiting for this song to be released ever since I listened to your last release and found your journey on the show . Congratulations.. your talent is immense .

[@Hairolnizam001]

Peace be upon to you Awesome lyrics, #talent #pop #ballard #roots #dj #djphoenix #radio #entertainment #showtime #host #mtv #mtvaward #billboard #billboardaward #music #musicfans, thank you for watching, take care & stay safe.

[@purplephoenix81]

I saw this on xfactor (Facebook) and I was bawling 😭 my eyes out. Still got tears rolling down as I frantically came searching.. This is the epitome of my life. Thank you, Grace... Thank you! 😢

[@kellie4541]

I remember watching the audition and searching for the song straight away, this has been my favourite song since and I always cry. Beautiful, raw talent and so relatable.

[@Ms_Nambela5]

The way she effortlessness sings is what makes me love her. And this song is beautiful 😍😍🌹🌹🌹

[@tomaswarnes4837]

Just incredible. Xxxxx

[@andrewarmstrong8564]

such a talented lady.....i hope she gets the recognition she deserves

[@MrLilo1976]

This is so beautiful ❤️ One of my favorite songs ever.

[@martina5923]

Same for me!

[@ngumbao6252]

In this voice is everything, pain, soul, future, happynessss with a very big range, she is ready for the top

[@dianaziesemer8147]

This song is really really beautiful and I love your voice. All the best for you Grace. Greetings from Germany 👋🏽

[@karentwells1529]

This lady is surely the next Adele she's brilliant ! ❤

[@nicholasvousden3266]

Beautiful song from a beautiful woman.

[@derrickrheeder792]

I have been waiting for this day for four years... 🖤

[@phaussman634]

finally the video clip 🤍 Congratulations Grace, this song is very important in my life.🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@benschaeffer8102]

Grace is a HUGE talent. I've NEVER seen an X-Factor contestant do this in SUCH a wholly original way. She's the BEST X-FACTOR contestant maybe EVER.

[@thehessiangaming35]

How are you not the top of the charts all the time. Your audition was the best I ever saw. I still watch it to this day it upsets me

[@adzieTv]

I love this ❤️😘

[@iainshaddick3946]

One of my favourite songs- doesn't get the exposure it deserves

[@jazzstar5204]

At last! I have searched for this over the years. I can’t believe it is here! Couldn’t push the buy button fast enough

[@HeavenMarie444]

I've Been Obsessed With This Song for 4 Years!!!

[@sandracook8123]

Hello Grace, I loved the song when you sang it on X = Factor. I’m so glad to see video & single out.All best from 🇦🇺🐨💗💗💗💗

[@contentcars]

Tonights episode of BGT played this at the end of Tom Balls audition. Hopefully people will realise and come flood your channel, because this song is beautiful. Great job Grace 😊

[@scottmaxham4150]

Best audition, best original song, best story ever on 'X Factor'. Not even close. Beautiful....

[@jonasgreen831]

Soooooo beautiful!!! 💚💚💚😍

[@gavinbradley6134]

Well worth the wait,what a superstar.Time to step down Adele,what a talent,she’s going to conquer the world 😃😃😃

[@DeeJayeGibson]

Woah, watch ya mouth. Adele ain't going anywhere but staying at the top. Grace Davies has created a beautiful song no doubt about that, I've always been a fan since she auditioned with this but Adele is off the scale phenomenal.

[@davedoubledeks]

Grace this is absolute perfection ! You are one very special person with a fabulous voice.....

[@MattRoscoe1]

I remember hearing this for the first time on the X factor and feeling a shiver in my spine... it was that honest, straight and just fantastic. Seeing it released now as a song and video is just amazing.

[@neufrau1968]

Der Song ist DER KRACHER !!! Als ich ihn das erste Mal gehört habe, habe ich geweint. Sehr schön, danke für deine schöne Musik ! 🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@JB-qw4gg]

You are so good at what you do don't stop singing and writing you are amazing and loved by many thank you for your songs I am 62 and I love all your music and your voice is beautiful

[@kfrelek]

🥰🥰❤❤ A song that cannot be forgotten! Wonderful voice!

[@gilbertmooney5128]

I listened to this song over and over when i first heard it,,,so beautiful....awesome song!!!

[@blairmore33]

Amazing talent stay blessed much 💟💟💟 Drew

[@joeluff-scott9070]

So very beautiful, I am just so pleased you are getting the recognition you deserve. GO GRACE!!

[@darrenparmley6215]

My all time favourite audition on the x factor and I'm so pleased you followed your dreams grace, your a beautiful and very talented young lady ❤ good luck

[@kenhowland-stetzer2752]

I just discovered you. And HOLY CRAP THE TALENT YOU HAVE!!!!!!!

[@Jesus_Saves_66]

Is crap really holy? Why take something so pure and mix it with something so impure - repent of your sins and call upon Jesus for salvation .

[@andresgonzalez887]

@@Jesus_Saves_66 maybe if its from a holy cow

[@markmcglen2641]

What a beautiful song

[@unathiwendybooi571]

Still sends shivers down my spine. Love the video. Amazing Grace!!!