James Marriott - Romanticise This (Official Music Video)

God forbid that I romanticise this.
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Starring James Marriott
Debuting Roman the Balloon
Director- Maya Katherine
Creative Director & DOP - Orr Piamenta
Producer- Anniston Quinn
Camera Operator- Louisa Paterson
Gaffer- Adam Tidd
Spark- Seb Yeo
Hair and Make Up Artist- Poppy Ella
Editor- Orr Piamenta
Colourist- Diego Peña
BTS and Thumbnail - Will Fraser
Stills- Sevina Lee, Madeleine Clench
Shot on Super8

[@JamesMarriottOfficial]

You can stream it everywhere! ingrv.es/romanticise-this-awb-j

[@cupidzsflx]

ITS FIRE BIG MAN ‼️‼️🫶

[@spider.bites0]

ABSOLUTE BANGER

[@Anatol590]

I need lyrics, please🥰

[@RippedBarney]

BEST SONG YET JIMBO‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼

[@derpymcderpster5526]

Houston, we have a problem. The Qobuz link is not functioning. Leads to a 404 error

[@k31rar]

literally obsessed with this new era of james' music, it's actually insane

[@HannahMarriott]

same bruh

[@Lovefromali]

He’s in his slaying era

[@MysteriaTV]

@@LovefromaliFR

[@shroo_3933]

I agree!

[@orangutang5683]

You can hardly tell it's the same artist the way the quality has just shot through the roof

[@1edgycinnamonroll795]

Lyrics (I wrote it out so I could see them all. It's such a beautiful song I'm literally holding back tears right now. Thank you so much for your beautiful music James Marriott): It's the same old story And the same look in my eye Don't pretend you see me, It only serves me right I won't go slowly She said "won't you call me one more time?" If you insist God Forbid that I romanticize this God forbid that I romanticize this God forbid that I romanticize this It's the same old story When you start to lie And you push against me To delay my decline I won't go slowly She said "won't you hold me one more time" A bitter kiss God forbid that I romanticize this God forbid that I romanticize this God forbid that I romanticize this The last time This is the last time This is the last time (this is the last time) Pick up the phone To let you know That you're alone now The last time (this is the last time) I'll pick up the phone to let you know That you're alone now God forbid that I romanticize this God forbid that I romanticize this Let me know if I messed anything up

[@toofuuu]

You bloody legend. Now for the chords. Verse: Dmaj7- (repeat only first time) - Amaj - Gmaj -Gmin (only at romantisice this) Chorus: Dmaj7 - Amaj - Bmin - Gmaj -Gmin (at romanticise this) Bridge (unsure but i hope tjis works. Otherwise fiddle around abit): Dmaj7 - Amaj - Bmin - Gmaj - A#maj Then the last chorus is just a chorus again. And the verse is the same blah blah. Hope you enjoy it.

[@heyyallscotthere6046]

Y'all are actually so cool thank you both lmaoo

[@Grexsome]

Oh my god you guys are both so cool, I hope you are having terrific days and about to receive huge opportunities

[@starloss_ace]

This is about to be looped all day :D

[@neverice9047]

Seeing how far you've come since your earlier music, I feel like ive been part of a group of people who have experienced something really special, watching you grow an progress as an artist is something really inspiring to me, as someone who wants to start writing music and to everyone else who wants to pursue music. You've created something really special here James, not just your music but the community that comes with it. Thank You.

[@stratuss_]

i love the painful yearning in those last strong “god forbid” it makes me just sad enough

[@Poppehh]

james riding on his bike in a pink unicorn helmet is a mood

[@marcidbones]

This is genuinely so beautiful. The song, the symbolism, the singing. Everything. I can hear the pain in your voice when you sing, "This is the last time I pick up the phone." Everything about this is amazing. We are all so proud to see how far you've came, James. You did great, man.

[@itsapawllo]

stunning as always james, you’re truly outdone yourself with this one ❤️‍🔥

[@locke.d.]

I LOVE YOU JAMES!!! AND THE NEW MUSIC!!!

[@skibidicicle]

I HAVE NEVER RAN TO MY PHONE FASTSER THAN WHEN MY HEADPHONES READ OUT THAT NOTIFICATION

[@OjamaJitLaden]

This one gave me chills James literally has the best voice ever

[@emilealynn]

Wow. I'm absolutely in love with (what I can only assume is) the symbolism. It's a story and it's so wonderfully amazing. So proud of you James, you've absolutely smashed it.

[@izthepizeatstoes]

I actually love this so much. I’m so proud of James. I’m actually crying.

[@tasninni.]

OMGOMGOGOMGOMGOGMGKGOGMG SO EXCITED I CANT EVEN THINK

[@laurenkelley8147]

SOBBING IM SO PROUD OF YOU JAMES!!!!

[@N0NP3RS0N]

This song slaps, you are so good at makeing music james.!!!

[@JessieGuest]

i want to cry now

[@willcooper5389]

This man does. Not. Miss.

[@Max_nerd4]

THIS IS GOOD WELL DONE JIMBO!!!

[@nahoyakawata8013]

JAMES THIS IS AMAZING

[@oceanismyname2567]

THE GOAT HAS DONE IT AGAIN!!!!!

[@charlieisntalive]

love your helmet king

[@kyeulfirth]

AHH I LOVE THISS

[@luk-with_no-e1902]

Imagine living in a world of balloons only for ur wife to cheat on u with ur therapist

[@echsterr]

fucking love the style of this video, insane song!!

[@WillNE]

wee wee waa wee woo

[@SausageRoll699]

Help what 😭

[@myl3sss]

hello? 😭😭

[@Marriot-simp]

Accurate 💣

[@RaptorThepatagotitian-ys1vl]

Lit.

[@Firefly6694]

Yes will, let's get you back to bed.

[@kyrabutnot]

Seeing James come this far is so inspirational. And it's always a banger every time he releases a new song. Keep up the great work Jimbo!

[@MrJagsterS]

This about to be on repeat for the rest of the year!!

[@Eden_Edits_Music]

Same king

[@wisp]

hehe those balloons were smooshing booties just like this song ;)

[@AVERAGEGGSSS]

sobbing what

[@fr0stbyte000]

wisp what the hell r u doin ?

[@thisisizzy]

b99 reference?

[@Pinely]

Was an absolute blast co-directing this for you Mr Marriott 🫀 ❤ shoutout to roman the balloon

[@kweenkate]

roman the ballon is the coolest balloon :D! ❤❤

[@cupcakegaming882]

Real

[@diseasedoll]

i love roman balloon so mUch 😖💕

[@AreYouSureItsIzzy]

I genuinely love this music video. The way it portrays how shit life can get and when you try and force it to get better when you "romanticise" it just doesn't work and your life gets worse. This is so creative and the song is even better!

[@mushroom4286]

There’s just something about James’s vocals that just pulls me in every single music video

[@BaconTheForsaken]

I felt my heart chip off a bit when James bought flowers for Roman and came home to them cheating with their THERAPIST. Amazing music, you never fail at impressing me with each new song release

[@RubyKkitty]

This made me cry, it's such an emotional story portrayed really well through the use of imagery and symbolism within both the lyrics and the visuals of the music video. You've done really well with this one and I'm glad I could join you on your journey of improvement over the time that I've known and supported you. Also I hate to break the mood but that coat fucks. Literally the coolest coat I've ever seen.

[@maddief.8956]

I was looking for someone that felt as strongly about the coat as I do. I want that coat.

[@RubyKkitty]

@@maddief.8956 You've got good taste bc that coat is amazing as hell

[@HannahMarriott]

Mate I sobbed in the middle of Valencia on my first holiday with a partner listening to this 😂🙈❤️

[@HannahMarriott]

​@@maddief.8956custom made but it's gorgeous, based off of the Elmer books (look up if you don't know)

[@henrietta9394]

@@HannahMarriottI thought of Elmer as soon as I saw it 😭

[@peterschertz2451]

Amazing song. Great concept and beautiful direction of the music video. The loud shouting sections of the song caught me off guard, and contrast beautifully with the quiet portions. It really is a testament to how much your voice has improved over the years

[@Charfromlvjy]

I’m so proud of you James

[@Anatol590]

Verse 1 It's the same old story And the same look in my eyes Don't pretend you see me It only serves me right I won't go slowly She said, "Won't you call me one more time?" If you insist God forbid that I romanticise this Chorus God forbid that I romanticise this God forbid that I romanticise this Verse 2 It's the same old story When you start to hide And you push against me To delay my decline I won't go slowly She said, "Won't you hold me one more time?" A bitter kiss God forbid that I romanticise this Chorus God forbid that I romanticise this God forbid that I romanticise this Bridge The last time This is the last time This is the last timе! (This is the last time) Pick up the phonе to let you know That you're alone now This is the last time! (This is the last time) Pick up the phone to let you know That you're alone now Outro God forbid that I romanticise this God forbid that I romanticise this

[@yes2074]

It’s when you start to lie not hide

[@wilbuuuh]

it’s like the quality of ur music increases with every song man :) you’ve really gone above and beyond. this is sick

[@YaBams0]

I think it might be the first time I ever comment on a video, but damn that was amazing. I went into it without any expectations because I never listened to anything made by James, I am so pleasantly surprised. The vocals fit the mood of the music video perfectly and it's complimented by some really moving instrumentals. From the mixing to your voice itself, the lyrics and everything made it a very emotional listen. Thank you for making this kind of music, hope to see you have the success you deserve with it :)

[@riven9179]

Instructions were unclear and we romanticized the balloon

[@Ash27537]

I don’t think James’ voice has ever sounded more beautiful, I am in love with this song

[@KokichisScarf]

As me and my dad's sat in our car, we were listening to my music and this came on. My dad says "Who sings that" Me: "James Mariott" Dad: "I like this. He's better than that Lovejoy band"

[@dahliwebb]

Whattt thats so funny Also I love LoveJoy

[@NovaAndMaddie]

Same I love both personally

[@im-sleepy-naz]

james is fhe type of guy to be cheated on by a balloon then realese is in to the sky while a masterpiece of music plays

[@loveuzi_]

mom loves you, james. everytime i put on james marriott or lovejoy she says "omg, i love how grungy it is." or "it's so grunge!" love your way to describe it, laura.

[@watchingaccount552]

you and everyone involved did such a good job on this. i respect that you're giving balloons jobs aswell. they don't get given a chace in the music industry anywhere near as much as they should

[@moylis3437]

can`t believe a balloon cheated on James Marriott

[@_F4IRY.ARI_]

the symvolism the film style the vibes THE SONG love this sm.

[@RuleFriskyy]

I watch his KZbin videos way before I found his music (right now) and honestly I’m fucking blown away. Instantly one of my top artists. Sick of drill trap all that

[@dragondoesmusic4340]

Hi James this is epic damn saw you at Weekender where you played so long and that was epic can't wait for the full EP to drop ❤

[@Xplr12]

Here before this blows up ticket: 🎫 👈

[@trustinsfavchild]

once again, an absolute banger from james. every single time I'm more and more amazed by how far james has come with both his vocals and song in general. good job james!!

[@LivejoyHQ]

THIS IS FIRE

[@itsamemario75]

livejoyhq?!?!

[@HarleyTBS]

THIS IS SO GOOD AAA

[@Wibluh]

This song is amazing. the fact that at the end it all repeats is a nice touch to the music video. beautifully shot and sang !!

[@DxrpyYT]

and he said 6 years ago that its creepy to have a sexual interest in balloons.

[@ListerThePupper]

imma be so proud when I can say that “I listened to James marriot before he was one of the most popular artists in the world”

[@tr-st_me_bro]

Frrr imma show my grandkids this shit

[@bestscorezero]

have you considered romantisizing this?

[@memyself-iv4wf]

It's the same old story And the same look in my eye Don't pretend you see me, It only serves me right I won't go slowly She said "won't you call me one more time?" If you insist God Forbid that I romanticize this God forbid that I romanticize this God forbid that I romanticize this It's the same old story When you start to lie And you push against me To delay my decline I won't go slowly She said "won't you hold me one more time" A bitter kiss God forbid that I romanticize this God forbid that I romanticize this God forbid that I romanticize this The last time This is the last time This is the last time (this is the last time) Pick up the phone To let you know That you're alone now The last time (this is the last time) I'll pick up the phone to let you know That you're alone now God forbid that I romanticize this God forbid that I romanticize this

[@girattle_7716]

Love the visuals in this video! The way balloons are used to represent people is such a great idea

[@sophierxg]

The music, the cinematography and the vocals are amazing! Everything fits together so well this is so cool!

[@masterpieceofsunset61]

James has come so far in his vocal training. So proud of him. 😭

[@Rbexa1]

This song is awesome! We are all so proud of you James!

[@yesthisisleon]

this song is euphoric, well done jimbo!! we're proud of you for coming so far

[@sincerely_silas]

This new era of James' music hits HARD it's so fucking good, I love this style so much, and the instrumentals are just YES

[@sowainne]

Your voice came out so beautifully in this song

[@idontknow2588]

Love James, been a fan for many years. Don’t really listen to his music but this come up on my recommended and I’m so glad I decided to listen because it’s one of my favs at the moment now ❤

[@a_wild_fern]

Amazing song! Towards the beginning when it was like a switch flipped for the guitar to come in was just absolutely insane, my jaw dropped. I loved it sm

[@lurianie]

the balloons leaving at the end is a great metaphor for people’s fathers leaving after watching your lives James 😊

[@violetisme]

It's finally here!! This will be amazing Edit: he's dating a balloon. if you need help you can just ask--

[@sStormy]

OMG THIS IS SICK 🔥🔥🔥

[@toofuuu]

Ah yes. James has entered the depressed mucisian era. How fun. Music is gonna be fun.

[@xxjessxx-mf1ki]

this music video was by far one of james’s best ones 🫶 such a strong and meaningful message too…proud of you jimbo ❤

[@soothouse780]

Something about his songs just brings out feelings i didnt know i had

[@lucy5372]

I like how the balloons could symbolise the fragility of love/relationships without the correct amount of attention or care. The way that he is the only ‘human’ may show that he has the most power in the situation, yet disregards it and goes down a path of self destruction. This power is also seen by him throwing the balloons out the window, showing he has control over the situation. English A-level is doing me dirty man…

[@V1DE0-STARZ]

Man 😢

[@colbykindalive]

dam james this hits deep, proud of you bro

[@PeterMCRA]

Always a good day when Jimbo releases music

[@__pumpkin_heads___]

JIMBOOO

[@Ubercheems]

Happy one year anniversary to Romanticise This, wooo

[@doovid_]

How do you make music this good!? Another incredible song James!

[@ladywiththeblueeyes]

This is suck a banger James. Seeing you become so far with the music is honestly amazing. Keep up the good work!

[@jaidenq]

suck a banger 😭

[@moss675]

This new era of James Marriott music is my absolute favourite, keep up the incredible work Jimbo!

[@pierre_theplatypus]

can't wait to make this on my Spotify wrapped 💪

[@sophmrqry]

no way this was a year ago now

[@-_-ur.fave.shadow.girl-_-]

OI NO SMOKING

[@baconplayz5673]

This song means a lot to to me. As a Trans-Women. Who has a bit of a struggle, being a women. I love this song. Part of me is constantly pushing the trans side of me away. Like I have to be my original self. Sometimes the trans side wants to come out, it wants attention. My parents are exactly ‘supportive’ of me. They seem to think that this isn’t right for me, simply because I didn’t have this dysphoria as kid. And how when my Mom met her little brother, she knew he was gay. And because of this part of me is like, “no im not trans I have to be who I originally am. I can’t do this”. And throughout all the transphobic comments and just things I keep getting told, it’s just like, god forbid that I romanticize these feelings of wanting to be a women. I just want to embrace these feelings and I want to romanticize them, like I’m being criticized for it. The ending of the song feels like to me, the last time that I push these feelings away and fully romanticize them. Which is something I haven’t been able to experience yet, but I really want too. I’m hoping one day, I say, “You know what, this is the last time. That I pick up the phone, to let the straight of me know, that they’re alone now.” And the trans side of me can fully be like understood and embrace itself. Theres a comic like the scenario I’m describing I can’t quite remember the name I think it was Chamelon who can’t change colors or something. I’m hoping one day that I’ll be able to experience that last bit though, and make this song even more special than it already is to me.

[@jessclarey]

this music video hits different james, holy shit. speechless. so so proud of you

[@Z3taFitz427]

I don't know if this was intentional or if I'm just reading to far into it but the ending where the guitar starts up again really furthers that message of being in a cycle you cant get out of, even when you knowing that it won't end well. Plus with him starting of video of what I assume is the wedding tape again. I also have a suspicion this is about loss tearing apart relationships/marriages cause that looked like a kids bicycle helmet he was holding during the counselling and wearing in the bike ride. If that's the case that's even more heart-wrenching cause the mix of grief from losing a partner and a family member all rolled into one. This is such and amazing song and I love the video for it, it adds so much to the message its so well done!

[@isabellawolsey280]

i swear every song james releases his voice just gets better and better!! cannot wait for the album🤩🫶🏼

[@toofuuu]

For those who want it. The chords are Dmaj7 - (Dmaj7 repeat only for the first time each verse) - Amaj - Gmaj - [Gmin] (only at romanticise this) In the chorus you get: Dmaj7 - Amaj - Bmin - Gmaj - Gmin Then the same for the verse. And for the bridge: Dmaj7 - Amaj - Bmin -Gmaj - A#maj Then the chorus hits and it a repeat. No need to thank me.

[@guitaross]

I genuinely love this song, it is very different from all your other songs, the way you express yourself through music is unique, keep it up Jimbo!

[@Bloody_bread]

There's nothing funnier than James shouting at balloons

[@cupidzsflx]

WERE PROUDA YOU JAMESS ISTG YOUR SONGS GIVE ME A WILL TO LIVE 😭🫶🫶

[@bennamarie]

i cant stop listening to this song. it may be because i only have this song downloaded but nonetheless i love it

[@LaraYoutubePerson]

This is so special!!! Thank you for this masterpiece James, ur amazing :D

[@theofficalquagmiregamingyo9405]

Don't entirely understand the video, but this song is great

[@draibat]

literally incredible as always, you never disappoint. everyone that worked on this song and music video is talented as shit

[@felixdowde1222]

Im seeing him live soon i will either cry or scream till i hurt myself when this song plays

[@eltzuchan]

JIMBO MAZZA THE MAN THE MYTH

[@Idioticsouloverhere]

weirdly off topic but i absolutely love that kids bike helmet 😭great video and song james

[@Lemoniscake]

BANGER BANGER BANGER BANGER!!!

[@rafa3l_22]

I absolutely love this song but now canonically in the James music universe he is married to a balloon and I love it- keep up the good work Jimbo ^^