How I Wrote This: Bastille 'Bad Decisions'

Dan Smith of Bastille explains the meaning behind their song 'Bad Decisions,' from their apocalypse-themed album 'Doom Days.' He then performs an exclusive solo rendition of the song on piano. Filmed at La MaMa Experimental Theater in New York City.
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[@caitlinellis7907]

“Depressing bangers” ahh yes, my favourite type of song

[@sofiap.1037]

I vote for a complete piano version of Doom Days, WHO’S WITH ME?!!!

[@dandadamo4299]

Yeah! Except for Divide, which is all done up with other instruments!

[@Reismiilch]

Kazaradigital have you heard the piano snippets of Divide on Dan‘s insta story? HOLY it was so good!!!! I wish they could record a full version of it bc only after the piano snippets I started to love Divide

[@dandadamo4299]

@@Reismiilch no, I haven't heard it, bummer I'm not on insta.

[@jellyrolls2765]

There's already a piano version of QPM :) I prefer the original because I love the over the top (for Bastille), running through a red light feel

[@jonah2237]

PLEASE

[@samim.3391]

Dan: my voice is annoying, I tried my best. Also Dan:

[@nikisto]

Sami M. When he said that?

[@nikisto]

Sami M. I mean that his voice is annoying

[@OVGryffindor]

this is absolutely gorgeously shot, kudos to whoever filmed this

[@Jaa_morant]

The edit is so cool

[@natalie8212]

I just adore Dan. His sincerity and passion just shine through and even if it's on a subconscious level the listener cannot help but respect and admire the commitment , drive , and motivation this guy has. I've never heard a track or seen a live performance where it seemed like he was " over it" or even tired. He gives his all every time. He's just a fucking gem.

[@respectableaf9061]

He is truly amazing. The energy he gives off despite him being tired or sick. I got a chance to talk to him for a minute after a show, he is just the sweetest, humble and down to earth guy. True gem.

[@longatsea]

Natalie 82 Yes, this is why I will never miss a live show when they come to town. They all seem lovely and genuine and I want to give them all hugs.

[@natalie8212]

@@longatsea Lucky! I've never gotten to see them live 😭

[@yaboi9484]

I was lucky enough to see them when they came to Boise and they talked about how much they loved the city during the time they were there and that as well as obviously their performance was so genuine and it made me so happy to have my favorite band be such amazing people as well.

[@IronFlowerr]

Dan is one of the few musicians that can sing every note he writes in his songs. He never dodges high notes by singing modified versions.

[@pineappleranna3141]

I wish they would do an album like this - or the Reorchestrated tour. It’s just tooooo much goodness. Gorgeous!

[@ih4222]

YASSSSS

[@kilarinlove]

Dan's voice has always been so soothing to my ears, and Bad Decisions is my favorite song on the album, it really gets me on a deeper, emotional level. Bastille's songs are always so creative and you can tell they pay attention to every single detail. I love this band and their music with all my heart 💙

[@Casiochaos]

This acoustic version needs to be on Spotify

[@lesundone7229]

this video is a masterpiece thank you rollingstone

[@respectableaf9061]

At times if feels like Dan has already seen the apocalypse, and is hauntingly beautiful just telling is about it in Bastille's songs.

[@tearwordmelody]

Acoustic versions are always the best. Please do an acoustic album!

[@Phiiiiiiine98]

little did I know how much I needed this version of Bad Decisions in my life, it's so perfect..damn my poor heart

[@nisa2115]

His accoustic versions always leave me breathless. How much emotions and hidden meanings he puts tenderly inside every song. I bow down to your bad decisions, Dan! 🖤

[@camyxx991]

This is such a wonderful video. Dan always puts his whole heart into every single song and his voice is simply out of this world. We don't deserve him. xxxxxx

[@jarjaracroft]

Dan Smith is a remainer. YES!

[@ih4222]

I want to marry him. Right away.

[@dverser]

Dan Smith Is A Dance Myth get in the line :D

[@beccamp5172]

This piano version gives a whole new depth to the song, it's gorgeous

[@reneanderton1455]

The low notes at <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="220">3:40</a> shook my to my core

[@kingsleyy97]

Dan’s the wisest human being I know. Well done🙌🏻

[@justynat1632]

Kinga Krasucka I agree with you mate

[@cassidyblock1853]

I get chills every time I hear his voice

[@veronikamales3459]

I got literal goosebumps when Dan started singing at the piano.

[@NymeriaSutcliff]

This version is even better than the original, which I didn't think was possible

[@sofiamanni295]

watching this video while going through a breakup was probably not the best idea but I'd still be crying over how good his voice is anyway

[@ThePaulamichele1]

Nothing better than Dan and a piano, singing his heart out.

[@kiranarudy4075]

His voice is just...amazing. I couldn't say anything.

[@eliana_mk]

everybody say thank you Rolling Stone

[@olivia1135]

Is this what heaven sounds like 😍

[@jensiwoo]

If this is what Heaven sounds like, kill me now.

[@maryam-mo8nw]

howd u know where ur goin bro

[@joyced.9027]

Amazing performance, Dan's voice is always a pleasure to hear. Btw, the aesthetics of this video are beautiful.

[@skin1582]

I love B△stille One of my fav bands

[@annick9764]

Jesus Dan this is so pure and beautifull. Can’t handle it.

[@KeiteCastro]

Bastille is wonderful and Dan's voice is like heaven. 😍💗

[@roguebandito]

Why did I start crying when he started playing

[@gutwrenchingdeaths]

okay those sharp inhales

[@wiktoria1835]

Wow those high notes feel like heaven 💞

[@inefabling]

Fucking hell so criminally underrated it's almost unbelievable

[@marissazelnik3879]

every time i listen to this i cry,. such a beautiful song

[@isabelleward9149]

Daniel we really really really need an album like this thanks ❤🥰

[@liltink120]

Dan Smith makes me smile he speaks truth on what this world needs to understand 👏

[@miaodu1695]

My favorite song of the album! Love the piano version!!!!!

[@AndyLuckers]

Wow thanks for using a clip from my video and crediting!! Love this!! One of my favourite songs 🤟🏻

[@ciarandevlin9405]

Andy Luckers which bit?

[@AndyLuckers]

@@ciarandevlin9405 1:25 :)

[@haulwen0564]

He's not just a fantastic musician and singer, he's honest and genuine. Well done for getting your clip used and credited Andy Luckers 😊

[@attifiet]

I love Dan Smith and I love Bastille so much

[@christinegore3131]

Beautiful! Love Dan's voice ❤❤❤❤❤

[@brooklyn7405]

I’m so excited to see Bastille for this tour 🎵✨

[@lexijolie]

everything about this video is perfection. Dan is such a talented artist. I truly do not know where I would be without Bastille's music.

[@stevierae6561]

Alexis Arroyo they will never understand the deep dark places that their music has saved me from.

[@rondonnis6588]

you might feel happy.

[@Danj974]

My favorite song from the album

[@vini-ct2bq]

damn just like the studio version autotune has left the chat

[@Theonlyanya]

Bastille is proper music 💕💕

[@amanatee27]

praise to the youtube algorithm for suggesting this video, can never get enough acoustic versions of BASTILLE and Dan's insights

[@Maude_bastilternative]

I want the entire album this is gorgeous

[@switch_cave9247]

This is definitely my favorite song off the album

[@perspektivwechsel4811]

heavenly.

[@stargirlwonders3035]

Is this Rolling Stone telling us that Bad Decisions is a banger and that Virgin Records should make it a single !! Haha! I wish

[@TImagineMashups]

Well, there will be a music video fro Bad Decisions, so it will probably be a single soon!

[@stargirlwonders3035]

TImagineMashups omg i forgot ! heck yeah

[@monikafae8352]

I have no words wow

[@blumachine]

a BIG part of why i enjoy Bastille's music is due to Dan's voice, it's so unique and reminds me of honey

[@kelseyg71993]

Wow. This stripped down version of Bad Decisions is beautiful!!

[@christinaf169]

this hit me way harder than it should have...

[@gag8406]

Beautiful piece 🖤

[@Funes5]

He's so damn good!

[@magda0389]

Oh, Dan ❤️

[@Simply_marryy]

Simple, yet there's so much to this

[@caitlin.hardee]

perfection

[@dverser]

This is brilliant. In so many ways.

[@olivia1135]

i think we can all agree this is one of the best bastille interviews ever

[@dianedegree3615]

Dan playing one piano sounds like 10 pianos, and im grateful for this phenomenon.

[@IamKris411]

I love this. Thank you for using your platform, for good, Dan. ♡

[@smolblueblob5317]

Damn Dan and his voice is so so so good, I’m not sure if it’s entire raw or not but it sounded like it is and it’s AMAZING

[@xarastrom5740]

Waiting for this to be on iTunes...

[@SamSamAnu]

Wow wow wow. Thank you Dan for this beautiful piece of art ❤ And thank you RollingStone for putting this clip together for us all to enjoy!

[@_s_6119]

This is so beautifully done x 💞

[@carolinachen8758]

Dan’s voice is amazing!! Please come to Brazil!! 🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@1sweetcalamity2]

Beautiful 🖤🖤🖤

[@eloradananjohnston4855]

I was at your last concert and I have listened to your music my whole life and I love u Dan

[@MusicManNOEL]

#Stormers needs official studio piano version of this song/video. It sounds so beautiful.... It is kind of post-apocalyptic version of Bad Decisions after all "Doom Days that happened." :) #Bastille #DoomDays #BadDecisions

[@Rosittapassion]

I love you Dan ❤❤❤❤

[@jenniferfrancisco3740]

They never fail to amaze me ❤️

[@stargirlwonders3035]

I love this video so much. I have watched 5 times now

[@ansa1958]

i love this so much

[@adrianavbconceicao]

pure gold omfg

[@Jaa_morant]

Who else loves the beggining most of all?

[@siri6544]

This is amazinggggg

[@kirstywhale7312]

[@tinas.938]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="134">2:14</a> 😍

[@alessandrocutrona63]

Wow! voice, sound...

[@TheNaiveMonk]

Thanks for sharing. ❤

[@anjel124]

Dan is such an amazing person.

[@Femynism]

Amazing !!! Related much !

[@musicaantigua869]

Gracias y saludos cordiales desde Mallorca para vosotros the Rolling Stones new

[@LumiereDarlin]

Damn, that was beautiful!

[@takeback184]

Seriously...i've got goosebumps ❤❤❤❤❤❤😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@violetw7225]

my favorite person ever oh my god 🥺❤️

[@mariismariia]

É perfeito

[@jorjahthejahjah]

I'm literally crying

[@joebrannigan4522]

favourite song on the album by miles

[@Hollywoodsteve]

I can totally see Dan doing a solo piano version of this song on a future tour.

[@almalora8667]

That's fucking amazing!

[@sammygee87]

Sobbing 😭

[@lassfroobynoo]

this is the only video that matters

[@francescacastellano8051]

❤