James Blake - Modern Soul

Assume Form
The new album by James Blake. Out now.
Listen at assumeform.com
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Lyrics
I know crossroads where I see them, see them
I want it to be over, I want it to be over
So I swim to you while I'm sleeping
Through sage green rivers of England
I see the scenery changes, changes
I want it to be over, I want it to be over
When I don't think of you, the willpower
What I didn't see was I was talking to so many people at once
I had no idea I was
I had no idea of the difference between
The way I saw your face and the way it was
Because of a few songs
Because of a few songs
Because of a few songs
Because of a few songs
Because of a few songs
Because of a few songs
Because of a few songs
Because of a few songs
I remember laughing; (because of a few songs) to take that away from you
To take that away from you; (because of a few songs) I remember laughing
I remember laughing; (because of a few songs) to take that away from you (because of a few songs)
To take that away from you; (Because of a few songs) I remember laughing
The smaller the waves;(because of a few songs) you let me down (because of a few songs)
The longer I (because of a few songs) will defend you
The smaller the waves; (because of a few songs) you let me down (because of a few songs)
The longer I (because of a few songs) will defend you (because of a few songs)
I want it to be over, I want it to be over
I want it to be over, I want it to be over
I want it to be over, I want it to be over
I know a crossroads where I see them, see them
I want it to be over, I want it to be over
I want it to be over, I want it to be over
I want it to be over, I want it to be over
#JamesBlake

[@biggestfanofroger]

Thom Yorke, Frank Ocean and James Blake - the holy trinity of sad boys

[@pablitoski8]

A song with the three of them would be spectacular tho

[@yo___sofia]

where do you put Robert Smith, uh? haha

[@landonwhite1197]

where’s justin vernon tho

[@bsfoe2693]

elliot smith?

[@banditzee9005]

take frank out and put kurt or spooky

[@taryn.b]

I don't know about anybody else, but I always get anxiety when I see there is new music from one of my favorite artists. I'm scared that the new stuff just won't grab me like the old stuff does. well, James Blake does not fall into that category! I could tell by the third note that I was going to love this song. It's perfect and satisfying like all of his music! I love him!

[@lifeisagame543]

for real!! I love this!!

[@ijustdontknowguy842]

i know what you are saying.

[@jakelittle2000]

worrying you faverouite artists next song will be shit #1stworldproblems

[@asiadryer8185]

Dude I feel the exact same way!! Like u get all nervous

[@LoneCastaway]

+Taryn Bell i could tell by the first note you're not even a real fan!

[@nehanandini1224]

If I ever shattered to a million star dust pieces his voice would be the only sound to adhere me together.

[@cuquee12]

This is the most poetic comment I have ever read on youtube! This touched my heart. :)

[@Mazreoli]

Wow. Such a beautiful sentiment and a most perfect way to describe the effect of James Blake’s music and voice. I wholeheartedly agree Neha. 💛

[@majesticcasual]

damn James Blake is back... I love this!! ♥

[@ChillYourMind]

10/10

[@pedrogregorio]

majestcasual!!!!

[@MattiaGiordano]

+Majestic Casual A casual comment!

[@lovedrakexx]

fancy seeing you here😂💗

[@ATHANwave]

+Majestic Casual Will you notice me sempai?

[@daviddeanburkhart]

James Blake sings "I want it to be over," and I hit the replay button as soon as the track is over. I feel like some sort of mischievous puppet master, trapping him in a never-ending repetitive hell. Each time the song reaches its climax, he's begging me to let it be over, to stop the endless cycle.. but "No James.." (sly smirk) "sing it again." edit: just realized I'm a Bond villain

[@ProvidenceBeacon]

+David Dean Burkhart yes daaaaave, i await your visual interpretation

[@dutercharles9160]

+Providence Beacon =)

[@bravetherainbow]

+David Dean Burkhart replaying a song doesn't make you a Bond villain

[@jahkairahmartin4594]

I love everything about this😂😂😂

[@dontlookatlukeplz]

HELLO DAVID DEAN BURKHART I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS MARRY ME

[@EverybodyLovesMaria]

Having a mental disorder crisis at 4 a.m. Being alone. Music is saving me.

[@TheMrPossibly]

James Blake could totally pull off the next James Bond movie theme song.

[@fabulouspolyp]

TheMrPossibly easily

[@Theashenone17]

100%

[@athena9992]

imagineeeeee :O

[@Time2WakeUp95]

He could but I think Portishead would be soon much better

[@MrHappyfuntimeskayak]

It would be too good, and they would go with some mediocre bilge instead (remember radiohead and spectre...)

[@irgendwelchedinge]

How can you do wrong with that voice? James Blake could make an Album singing the telephone book of new york and I would buy it

[@dmrsk1899]

+irgendwelchedinge exactly!

[@ilevans57]

I couldn't agree more!

[@fanficbarbie]

Same

[@robertantonvlogs]

+irgendwelchedinge That would be a long album

[@tXh1234]

Only problem with James Blake....makes us wait too long.....

[@WazigeLogica]

Beautiful. James Blake's music is the type that gets under your skin and soul-deep all the time.. Beautiful. It's not unusual to make me cry. Just washes over and through. Rarity.

[@rdsnt8350]

Once you go BLAKE, you'll never go back

[@nats2824]

I love listening to this when going by London's undergroung 🇬🇧

[@raquelferro620]

Those vocals. Stunning.

[@Eleanour]

+Raquel Ferro yes 👍

[@soundwaves2315]

+Raquel Ferro search REHMAN ROSES - SKIN on youtube, it just got 10 views!!!

[@Keelo977]

+Eleanour Grace just like your face

[@Weeela]

This sends me through the atmosphere, into the universe. Every time.

[@ashtookem6419]

Overgrown has great replay value, it's about time he released some new stuff.

[@luhburbz1027]

I listen to it on repeat with my gf before and after our "sessions" 😂😂

[@nignogjenkins2615]

+Allen Dowell you are a human emoji drone

[@luhburbz1027]

HailLucifer619ReyMysteriofaggetfuckyou 😕how'd you know

[@xFictionalRealityx]

The gameplay mechanics were a little buggy in my opinion

[@roguebeatz2269]

TOTALLY ADDiCTED !!!! One of those tracks that completely connect within oneself .. " I know a crossroads where I see them, see them ... I want it to be over, I want it to be over So I swim to you while I'm sleeping Through sage green rivers of England I see the scenery changes, changes ... I want it to be over, I want it to be over "

[@KillaCam501]

This song is so beautiful and passionate. James has an amazing voice, with amazing lyrics and the track is so hypnotic. He is so beyond his time and captivates a missing component in music, in depth soul.....

[@jfreshgameover]

This song is my favorite song by james blake. He has so many others I love God . But this 1 hits home .

[@justinharris1751]

Simply an Einstein Moment in MUSIC,Blake is Awesome!

[@Louieduffelbags]

There are some 5 minute songs that drag on forever, but this is one of those 5 minute songs that doesn't seem nearly long enough.

[@izyanrosli246]

Glad he's showcasing his voice in this one. His best instrument!

[@demi7913]

*NEW JAMES BLAKE MUSIC!!! NEW JAMES BLAKE MUSIC!!!!!!!!!!*

[@samanthak.2706]

My ears have been blessed.

[@samuelyurchak9468]

1:42-2:03. That moment in the song is literally the most beautiful music I’ve ever heard.

[@lifeisagame543]

I never want this song to end... I waited five years for this.

[@emedepaula]

I WAS NOT READY FOR THIS THANKS GOD THO

[@Glambaeofficial]

And he's back!!!! Thanks James Blake..

[@piece0fpie]

His voice is a mystery of greatness he sings as if he's been through so much pain but then he sings as if you just want to make love endlessly and remember the great moments of your life .... I could never say enough about this eclectic genius I am in love with James Blake I can't wait for an album

[@janusbirkehansson]

James Blake is on Beyoncés album Lemonade, I hope he finally gets the attention that he deserves!

[@lilflex94]

I've been waiting for him to come back

[@kaydee6555]

His music is extremely therapeutic

[@antonioguerrero8567]

What a Beautiful voice of Heaven, brother! 👏😏 God bless, and Thank you, for such privilege.

[@jcpadilla988]

he always has me feeling some type of way.

[@nayahri]

Ugh, this man could sing to me any day of the week. Any. Damn. Day.

[@insidesteplab]

i like this. finally. it has the avantgarde sound of his early releases and the gospel/soul experimentation of the last 2 records. looks like he found the perfect mixture.

[@nanaaddae2478]

came from Ye's livestream to this too. what a day for music

[@cardsgal89]

holy shit…i wasn't expecting THAT voice. It kinda knocked me off my feet. Wow.

[@xSurfRyderx]

I just recently discovered james blake and he is quickly becoming one of my favourite artists. His sound is just so beautiful and unique, and this song is no exception. Amazing stuff!

[@ticia9444]

Love it !! The combination of soul and electro is great !!

[@user-fz4pq5xm5q]

Lyrics : [Verse 1] I know crossroads where I see them, see them I want it to be over, I want it to be over So I swim to you while I'm sleeping Through sage green rivers of England [Verse 2] I see the scenery changes, changes I want it to be over, I want it to be over When I don't think of you, the willpower What I didn't see was I was talking to so many people at once I had no idea I was I had no idea of the difference between The way I saw your face and the way it was [Refrain] Because of a few songs Because of a few songs Because of a few songs Because of a few songs Because of a few songs Because of a few songs Because of a few songs Because of a few songs [Bridge] I remember laughing; (because of a few songs) to take that away from you To take that away from you; (because of a few songs) I remember laughing I remember laughing; (because of a few songs) to take that away from you (because of a few songs) To take that away from you; (Because of a few songs) I remember laughing The smaller the waves;(because of a few songs) you let me down (because of a few songs) The longer I (because of a few songs) will defend you The smaller the waves; (because of a few songs) you let me down (because of a few songs) The longer I (because of a few songs) will defend you (because of a few songs) [Outro] I want it to be over, I want it to be over I want it to be over, I want it to be over I want it to be over, I want it to be over I know a crossroads where I see them, see them I want it to be over, I want it to be over I want it to be over, I want it to be over I want it to be over, I want it to be over

[@nita_0010]

PLEASE BE ON SPOTIFY!😍

[@dmrsk1899]

I cannot die in peace. No, not yet. Not until I hear the full new album.

[@prestokrevlar]

God, I love everything this man has made, I don't care if I'm a few years late discovering him.

[@KharaokeTube]

So happy he's back. So happy.

[@brendensingh3459]

There's something about this upload that sounds better than the album version, like there's a bit more depth to it? Maybe I'm just imagining things

[@hodgespone9937]

This guy can't miss. Beautiful music.

[@pixrainbow]

thank you for being on the planet my lovely x

[@bryanorellana1524]

I like his voice.... Greetings from Guatemala

[@ChillYourMind]

Oh yes, all hail the king! ♥

I can't stop listening to this! James, why do you have to make such wonderful music for the brain and the soul??

[@muhkeeduh]

this song is so ethereal. i feel like i'm floating

[@Adam.014]

This album really highlights his songwriting talent. It's always been prevalent, even in his earliest albums, but you can really see the evolution and maturity coming to fruition here. Well done as always, James.

[@shakugan73]

Greatest vocalists of 2016 in my opinion: James Blake Sampha Yukimi of Little Dragon Gallant Björk (& of course most of them kill production as well)

[@chemista]

+shakugan73 kelela is also outstanding

[@starmoonlight14]

ABRA too!

[@MrWolfy43]

Gallant and Sufjan's cover of Hotline Bling lol

[@soulgold9724]

liking the list, the only I haven't heard was gallant, but I'll make the time to listen

[@RocketFuelish]

Gabriel Garzon-Montano. After you listen you will find that he is worthy of being added to your list.

[@LELEFO]

James what are you doing to me!! Every single song you create gets better with every listen until you are hooked beyond measure!!!

[@luasonique4685]

A Journey..... Beautiful

[@sircoolhoops]

his soul is in this

[@jfreshgameover]

trashbuckets yup ! His soul is beautiful . So is he as a person .

[@LuisHernandez-nl6hc]

I know a crossroads where I see them, see them I want it to be over, I want it to be over So I swim to you while I'm sleeping Through sage green rivers of England I see the scenery changes, changes I want it to be over, I want it to be over When I don't think of you, the willpower What I didn't see was I was talking to so many people at once I had no idea I was I had no idea of the difference between The way I saw your face and the way it was Because of a few songs I remember laughing, to take that away from you To take that away from you, I remember laughing I remember laughing, to take that away from you To take that away from you, I remember laughing The smaller the waves, you let me down The longer I will defend you The smaller the waves, you let me down The longer I will defend you (because of a few songs) I want it to be over, I want it to be over I know a crossroads where I see them, see them I want it to be over, I want it to be over

[@richardives5526]

I'm not sure all of the commas should be there

[@kathyhollenbach7413]

Thanks so much!

[@evejacobs8568]

Listening to this with headphones in is bliss

[@aureliogj7966]

ohh bless your little heart James. that melancholy, that voice, that beat, I'm inconsolable.

[@JoshuaRichardson123]

I don't ever want this to be over

[@SonicSatori]

FINALLY - been jonzing for new James Blake like an audible junkie

[@msagvik]

album of the year, I can already tell

[@verdedeleon82]

saw James Blake in DC! such a beautiful thing!

[@CC-bz6rd]

I'm so happy this came on my recommended he's a genius so pure. protect james blake at all costs

[@basildog6179]

This is truly one of the best pieces of music I've ever listened too, I can hear his heart and soul in the track . Thank you Mr B

[@ebenezerndlhovhu792]

Thus is too much fire!!!!! Thank you James Blake :)

[@HNRK_]

the best

[@syhbeats]

+HNRK hi hnrk! you are so fucking dope i look up to you. please never stop creating!!

[@adamdrakestudio]

+HNRK couldn't echo maga's words any more. your music is outstanding! ich vermisse Berlin.

[@abifuentes5831]

Just found him, my ears will be forever blessed.

[@fanficbarbie]

Deptford Goth & James Blake are like the only artists I listen to now-a-days

[@MM-et5kz]

just checked out Deptford goth. amazing. have u heard electric wire hustle? James Blake type sound too.

[@fanficbarbie]

Mohapi Mokone no but i'll check them out. thanks

[@acablikeineedataxi]

I love Blake but listening to just 2 artists sounds immensely boring.

[@MrCheezo101]

you should try listening to sampha or kelela!

[@RaheemD]

*ABOUT TIME*

[@morgengabe1]

+Raheem D Exactly what I wanted to post. Hope this means the new album isn't too far away.

[@RaheemD]

morgengabe1 I was beginning to think he had given up, I hadn't heard anything from him. But yes I hope so to

[@kikipups]

+Raheem D he's been working on an album for quite some time now

[@ijustdontknowguy842]

People need to hear his songs in 24 bit

[@tXh1234]

Took the words out my mouth........

[@paballom1477]

"I know crossroads when I see them, see them" 😭😭 in 2022. You're all around Timeless James.

[@LennyGuitarNash]

This is by far my most anticipated album of 2016!

[@marcellapratt6277]

Awesome singer and vocals very soulful (James Blake)💙💙💙

[@jaredcastillo3220]

I've been missing that voice.

[@stupidlowlife6831]

if James Blake and Frank Ocean or James Blake and SZA made a song, that would be heaven at its finest.

[@godzilaneverdie68697]

You got ur wish champ haha

[@JeffreyJDavis]

soulful with alarm clock intensity

[@junkaiyang9657]

Literally can not wait any second for his release!!!!!!!!! WHOLE ALBUM PLZ

[@EdiHooks0519]

This song is perfect song to release a few tears, pick up up your face and move on with life. I love it.

[@FlasKamel]

nobody has better timing than james blake. I love his music so much that it's almost demotivating

[@MusicFTW02]

WE NEED THE ALBUM JAMES

[@nerdystylez]

He's back!!🎈❤️ His two albums grabbed my heart and soul, and now he's done it again.

[@avahbrousseau4520]

I cry during his songs :')

[@izzypies]

Loving this-- so noisy yet beautiful.

[@MrIzzy4real]

Layers upon layers of subtlety.. from Izzy Ortiz!

[@DivineRhodes]

absolutlely love it-so lush & dreamy!

[@MrIzzy4real]

I am cursed by James!!! I can't stop listening!!! Loving everything he does!!

[@OddChap]

james blake is a genius

[@gbpacific]

JB once again goes beyond the norms and kills it. Love this guy and the way he makes music.

[@xxmithrilwiener]

this might be my favorite song by james

[@Pittstillers8]

Unreal! I expected nothing less.

[@genekang8729]

Those panned cymbal crashes are great.

[@Didymusartist]

I want to react, but it it speaks for itself. This is the best thing ive heard so far in 2016.

[@corystephen6305]

I'm an R&B artist myself and I have to say....omg, that voice though. "Modern Soul" and "Retrograde" rock so hard....#RozwellGray

[@behwah]

I've never clicked a video so hard, ITS ALREADY GREAT

[@LuKasAV6]

I stumbled across this song by chance, but what a beautiful discovery~

[@babyuremyangel]

im crying.. finally new music :")

[@iamyourblackmailer]

'was listening to "Overgrown" and "James Blake" every single day waiting for this miracle... Can't wait for the next album!

[@producedbyfieri]

i am pleased with this

[@IanDenchasy]

This song makes me wish for the days of my dad's McIntosh amp, Oracle turntable (with Goldbug cartridge), and Klipsh Horn speakers filling our living room with beautiful sound.

[@celmaacm]

listening this song while I was leaving Czech Republic on a bus to flight back to my country is the most painful and beautiful thing that may happened to me ever. Of curse I cried the whole way...

[@theywillbeblue]

Bon Iver AND James Blake with new music this week?!?! This is truly a blessing.

[@nellyjay1107]

Oh My Gosh Yessssssssss