Julia Jacklin - Lydia Wears A Cross (Official Video)

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"Lydia Wears A Cross" is taken from Julia Jacklin's new album, PRE PLEASURE, out August 26, 2022.
Directed by Julia Jacklin
Produced by Julia Jacklin and Nick Mckk
DOP: Nick Mckk
Edited by Nick Mckk
Colour and 1st AC: Michael Ridley
1st AD: Tom Dunphy
AD: Jacob Diamond
Make-up: Nadine Muller (lighthouse footage)
Costume Hire: Rose Chongs
Filmed at Splitpoint Lighthouse, the Northcote streets and Tamale studios
Lyrics:
seated in rows
knees and eyes closed i felt pretty
in the shoes and the dress
confused by the rest could he hear me?
lydia wears a cross
says she’s never gonna take it off
we sit back to back
listening to jesus christ
superstar soundtrack
i’d be a believer
if it was all just song and dance
i’d be a believer
if i thought we had a chance
eyes to the board
thoughts to our lord
we were praying for
princess diana
miss brown was keeping score
vivien’s holding on
but singing every single word wrong
on the parade float
just a child in a leotard beneath a technicolour dream coat
i’d be a believer
if it was all just song and dance
i’d be a believer
if i thought we had a chance
the line up, the quiet
the bleeding heart divided
forgive me, forgive me, forgive me go on now you try it
we sung “welcome to the family”
arms raised, at every assembly
little sirens singing their songs
where have the babies gone?
i’d be a believer
if it was all just song and dance
i’d be a believer
if i thought we had a chance
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[@f-z-e]

The way she sings “Lydia wears a cross” scratches some part of my brain

[@iansmith8263]

ok, then

[@brobincrux5714]

@@iansmith8263 you ok then

[@BCgfp4xe5hkrungM6]

@@iansmith8263 OKKKKK THENBENNNN

[@Nosleep365]

My name is Lydia 😂

[@natalierachellouisesantana]

Mmhm yesss

[@_addie]

"I'd be a believer if it was all just song and dance. I'd be a believer if I thought we had a chance." Damn, what great lines

[@frankpeter6851]

Singing and dancing is good things to believe in!

[@luispinheirodosmontes7219]

Thanks for that, I was hearing something else, completely wrong 😊

[@jayzed6662]

Only just stumbled across Julia and I am blown away. Why the hell is she not given the world wide credit she deserves. Absolutely brilliant in so many ways...👏👏👏

[@frankpeter6851]

I share your 'why's'. I hope I'm wrong, but I think she is about as big as someone with her kind of music can get. By that I mean:intelligent meticulously crafted songs that engage your heart and mind and body

[@ultimateruffles5761]

She came back when we needed her the most

[@PolyvinylRecords]

song of the century

[@keithwigley1256]

But won't be heard mainline ..cos its to creative and musically to different from their intense factory farmed caged ...no. 1 s

[@RayasNegroOvejas]

@@keithwigley1256 good thing there are plenty of other good stations then, from KEXP to NTS ~

[@sodiumlights]

that is some accolade, and I'm curious as to what your last 'song of the century' was?

[@keithwigley1256]

@@RayasNegroOvejas yo my dude...let's form a group who will go out under the cover of the moon and kidnap the six present day hit makers of fast food music..tie them to a tree in a deep dark forest and play them Ed Sheerum 24 hours a day.....are you up for it dude..

[@PolyvinylRecords]

@@sodiumlights prob some guy playing a lute

[@nickscott5630]

Julia's return has been NEEDED! this is sounding incredible as always

[@aperinich]

return? There's been a constant slew of albums.. Most bands would take years and years between album outings, not 12-18 months FFS. Nevermind the band/collab album, and the fact of a damn pandemic. Sheessh~!

[@petenstein247]

Julia and Stella with new songs and album announcements on the same day. Good times.

[@ryantaylor9059]

What is Stella’s new song, I can’t find it

[@equipadont]

@@ryantaylor9059 lungs

[@petrbiza7969]

My two favourite Aussies ♥️ but Julia definitely won this one. The song is incredible!

[@Camspam100]

@@ryantaylor9059 and the truth is ( if you mean Stella from Greece )

[@MyChannelUntitled]

@@Camspam100 It was Stella Donnelly, but thanks to introduce me to a new artist

[@rickashley2322]

can't stop repeating this song. what a lyrical masterpiece

[@frankpeter6851]

First song I've done the on-repeat thing in quite a while!

[@nickfabbri5850]

We are so lucky (perhaps blessed - given the theme of this song!) to exist in the same corner of space and time as Julia and her music; she is one of the finest, wisest and most beautiful and original lyricists in the world. I’ve often described her music and lyrics to others as though she writes in the negative space or shades of human experience - giving expression to realities, circumstances, and feelings in a way that no one else does or can

[@Honeyapplepear]

She sounds like all my beloved singer-songwriters from the 90s-00s.

[@dreadfuljoy5111]

I swear her voiceeeeeeee is so smooth and calming like how?! 😭

[@iansmith8263]

thats deep

[@frankpeter6851]

She has a really beautiful voice, so much so that it seems to help transcend the darker themes.

[@ejparas8492]

i've listened to this tune several times already. now knowing that julia was also brought up with catholic school deepens the connection; the catholic guilt is endless and very real, lmao. I love the video as well! appreciate how all of julia's music videos have a great sense of place/setting & mood. the slow zoom-in/zoom-outs in the beginning with the beautiful framings of the lighthouse; the running and catharsis when the song starts to rev up in the back-half. great stuff. hyped for the album!

[@hagen4264]

what is the catholic guilt ?

[@keithwigley1256]

@@hagen4264 the Pope, the trillions of pounds held in the Vatican vaults while so many are dying from hunger...the Catholic Churches trying to hide the abuse of so many younsters who where in their care...do you need to hear anymore ?

[@hagen4264]

@@keithwigley1256 yes I do, pls tell me more

[@dorkiecookie]

@@hagen4264 I think it means as an adult even if youre not too connected to your religion anymore (specifically in this case Catholicism) you still remember the thoughts of let’s say like eternal damnation, feeing extreme shame over doing some things, etc etc from when you were a child. But I want it to be clear that it doesn’t necessarily mean religion bad, it’s just the way things were taught as a child mightve been damaging rather than helpful.

[@hagen4264]

@@dorkiecookie yea this is the answer I'm looking for, thank you!

[@77dris]

The unexpected transition from "at every assembly" to " little sirens " gives me frisson every time.

[@kyleandrewhopper]

I'm a believer of this song and dance

[@824koumari]

Nice to see her dancing in the road again.

[@gibby6069]

the crescendo at the end omg its like heaven

[@emily-bethhodgins3150]

every song of urs is so comforting. ur my favourite artist for a reason julia 💗

[@kathenry7904]

I'm not a believer, but Jesus Christ Superstar IS one of the greatest things ever written.

[@lyricaljuice3596]

Julia never misses to impress with her beautiful lyrical mind.

[@Keira-ve6re]

religious crisis is my speciality!! i adore this song so much thank you julia

[@jtswaffles]

It's not enough that Julia and co. make incredible music, y'all always deliver on beautiful music videos!!!! Thank You! Thank You!

[@onehardtaco]

Julia is so talented. Can’t wait for this album.

[@iansmith8263]

i can get u a copy now

[@longan12]

The cinematography for these videos is on point. These songs are so good, man

[@vigy1213]

Effortlessly turning every mundane life event into a reminiscence...

[@mariecue2972]

will be crying all night when I see this woman live 😭😭😭

[@lyricaljuice2169]

Right, I might faint when I get a picture with her but then I’ll probably also tear up during the live show and after.

[@lyricaljuice2169]

I’ve been a huge fan of hers for a while now and I’m glad to have own half of her merch. Though I’m still a bit iffy that others don’t know about (Phantastic Ferniture) at all even her fans. Like her band ^ and the other band that was formed back in 2012 with Elizabeth Hughes called (Salta)

[@supremexvirgo]

this is pure magic 💜 julia is so iconic.

[@hugoinaki3649]

Descubrí esta maravilla hace unas horas. Reactor 105.7 . Saludos desde México.🇲🇽

[@mosswabasha4147]

this is so beautiful! 🥲 love the percussion

[@bettyhammersmith9742]

Have you ever....ever felt like this...had strange things happen, now you're going round the twist....

[@59markr]

Adore, adore, adore! A third album, smoky atmospherics, auburn hair! 2022 just got a whole lot better!!

[@iansmith8263]

ok Mark

[@graceh.7438]

she's so dreamy!!

[@argo6809]

Oh Julia, your sound makes me fly!

[@tonvanderlinden1367]

I'd be a believer If it was all just song and dance

[@lindsay6518]

HELL YES JULIA. Voice of a generation.

[@petrbiza7969]

My dear Julia, please let me know, how am I supposed to hold till the album is out? After listening to this? How? ♥️

[@themysticmuse]

This song,man.❤️❤️❤️🥳

[@themysticmuse]

Love you, Julia.🥰🤭😹

[@pickljuis]

julia is seriously the best

[@aldencollins]

have you ever....... ever felt like this.

[@MsMtwardy]

She is way tooo good!!!! I haven’t felt this moved by an artist since JONI MITCHELL

[@danielsullivan2093]

She always gets the tone right knocks it outta the park

[@davidf1559]

Talentueuse et vaniteuse..

[@romy16]

She needs to come to New York already - love Romy

[@solomonpico6001]

Beautiful 💙

[@Cuyt24]

I've been waiting for the album.

[@daveystrange]

Good to have you back Julia!

[@Keira-ve6re]

THE BLEEDING HEART DIVIDED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@reemia]

شكرا جوليا ❤️‍🔥💐

[@peptidefarmer]

Got an email from Polyvinyl this morning that JJ has a new album coming out--I immediately went and preordered it! Glad I did, because this song is amazing!

[@jimcallinan5199]

What comes from the heart,goes to the heart ❤️

[@benji274]

Think this might just be Julia’s masterpiece

[@burcucan5951]

She’s dancing with the clouds

[@Silver-md8ff]

So capturing. A true artist. Such impactful, juicy lyrics. These lyrics really resonate with me. I am so excited for this album 💿

[@madelinemccoy6918]

this is a wild comment but I went to this video because I was listening to this song, clicked on the artist and saw her stellar fisherman outfit and came to watch it in motion. I have been wanting to dress up as a fisherman for like months now I know this is strange but I am so happy to see it realized. Also the song slaps so hard.

[@adrean83]

I think she is dressed as Madeline from children's books

[@sodiumlights]

stunning song, superb production, and having a lighthouse in a video never hurts either.

[@alizaidi8239]

Can't wait for the album. This is beautiful

[@syhr_samoht]

IMMENSE xxx

[@mccypr]

Thanks! 🙂😎

[@youbringlightin]

Stunning as always. What a gorgeous voice.

[@evanrosenlieb8819]

love her love her love her love her love her love her love her

[@ShawarmaFarmer]

Wow, wow. Captivating new song and a lovely video to go with it. Album is to be released on my birthday date too? That’s heaps rad. A birthday to look forward to indeed.

[@GERR]

Давно Юлии не было, соскучился))))

[@user-ed9zw8df3s]

Согласен!

[@mariemarie3197]

И я! 🤍

[@DogeCitizen]

This is amazing, Julia, I'm so grateful you share your music with us

[@iansmith8263]

well, youre supposed to pay for it

[@DogeCitizen]

@@iansmith8263 buying Julia's album in august 🤗 but for Julia, and any artist, to share from within their heart/soul/mind/body and release it to others is what I was thanking her for

[@824koumari]

Dancing 🎶 n the street

[@david_takaki]

We miss you so much!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ here in Brazil we dream to see you live!

[@vickyk1636]

Such a unique magical talent

[@ake4503]

Been a huge Julia Jacklin & Phantastic Ferniture fan for a long time. This song is beyond 'phantasic' (bad pun) :D love it.

[@lethokuhlemsimang2208]

yes! Julia Jacklin

[@timytimeerased]

Im so late on this but the video producer is incredible. May be one of the most beautiful music videos I've seen. The color grading, the symetry, the pace of it perfectly matches the mood

[@Me3iane]

Julia WE MISSED YOU!

[@stickers.]

I'm so happy right now

[@percyfree9831]

Lovely charming song,fab photo shots ,top vid

[@MistaF]

yess

[@bacondumpster9836]

I just wanna be there live when Julia crescendos and that drum kit kicks in…woah

[@Rabbit-285]

Best way to start a new day 🖤

[@LukaasPeterson]

Ohhh snap! She's back!

[@iainwaldie685]

Stunning JJ. C U in Glasgow on Nov. 5th🚀🚀🚀🤝🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@nvmcreationdiseno5894]

LOVE IT !!

[@井桁卓真-b7t]

I was touched by your beautiful song!!! your beautiful voice healing me. great work!!!

[@carolinebradley3112]

I'm floored

[@melm4251]

Gorgeous, just gorgeous

[@fabianaubry3555]

What a pleasure to hear the voice of Julia Jacklin!This song is great :)

[@yuvalgino]

I love this new aesthetic

[@wowiehowie3133]

Julia nails everything.

[@saulsoto5364]

It's artistic, so beatiful. I can't wait for the album: Es artístico muy hermoso, no puedo esperar por el álbum.

[@balloon4202]

masterpiece

[@okayholden2531]

iconic video and beautiful song, i didn’t realize you had made a music video for this 💕

[@camerondutton227]

Thank god

[@carriemiddleditch9795]

Love you, love this, and Northcote has never looked better

[@trudystink3872]

Where is the coastal scenery filmed?? I think I'm in love

[@daliblaze]

Aireys inlet splitpoint lighthouse

[@banjothebandit]

Man, what a beautiful music video

[@kartelkilla]

I love you julia jacklin!!!!!

[@Zoe-qf7th]

LOVE U

[@christossalikas6604]

💘

[@margaretsobota1252]

I am SO PUMPED for this album. Love your work Julia!

[@shaghayegh5711]

Love this beautiful soul and her art❤

[@buttert0azt]

pakyeah!!! new album from Julia!!!!!!

[@theredvsbluefan]

I dig it

[@Stefarooh]

Loved the last album, Crushing, so I am really looking forward to this new album, Pre Pleasure, based off how strong this particular song is.

[@pedrovala2254]

back and better than ever. thank you so much for this song

[@twitterplug]

New music AHHHH