Take Courage - Andrew Bird

[@MercuryIcePrincess]

When I was at my lowest point, this song saved me. Just now, as I caught myself in an anxious fervor, this tune wandered into my head and suddenly everything was alright. Thank you, Mr. Bird. From the bottom of my heart. Thank you.

[@stefanc.4124]

It didn't save me, but at least it helped me pull through. Thanks Andrew.

[@nietsnebur]

I understand you completely you. I lived in China for three years. Overall it was a very positive experience, but at times I would get incredibly homesick. This song really spoke to me whenever I remembered friends and family back home.

[@thesweetprince]

Night is literally falling and it's my fourth day sober. Came back to this gem for the exact same reason--it's a light in the fog, isn't it? Wishing you well, seven years later.

[@Yuppie_Garden]

I've just reached the depths. I hope it helps me, too.

[@MercuryIcePrincess]

@@Yuppie_Garden 8 years later, I'm still here. most days are okay, some are even great. I'm surrounded by love. it's out there, i promise

[@vanessavaldez8469]

This song helps me so much with my depression and anxiety. One day at a time.

[@TheMrElzebub]

Me too fellow traveler. Take courage.

[@saidulbasharshad4349]

How are you? This song really does a lot for depression and anxiety!

[@ikisolde1]

Found this when my mom was dying. Gets me through the rough patches when they come. Can't count the days I have sung this song to myself over the years. Thanks Andrew and the band🤗

[@sofiashattock]

Just arrived home from his concert. In adoration ... What an artist, such a soul.

[@chrissaguaro7793]

An everlasting experience. I saw him at Spreckels theatre in San Diego. August 2012 I think...so many memories attached to his music as I was always listening to it. The recent Iron & Wine and Andrew Bird concert would have been a good one to see.

[@usrnaim]

Andrew Bird's music is nothing less than ethereal. Truly one of the most talented musicians of our time.

[@paintedcrow]

Is it even legal for someone to be that musically skilled and that handsome all at once?

[@OthersOrSomething]

actually i was reading this story that doesn't actually exist about how he was playing on tour in europe and got arrested in a particularly unattractive country where, no, it is not legal for that combination of skill and good looks. he probably made bail or something.

[@00Anjie]

Nick Stephens Ha! You win at comments.

[@itube0047]

yes

[@LeahBlue]

Morrissey

[@ricknash5646]

explodingcat

[@christinebyczkiewicz271]

I can listen to Andrew Bird all day, every day, but my favorite time of day to listen to this song in particular is in the morning, especially at breakfast time. :)

[@jjody]

11 years later and that’s what I’m doing. I hope you’re well💚

[@lolaibiss7020]

I actually got so much better in English just listening to his songs... his vocabulary is stunning. LOVE his voice, talent, and guts to sing about what truly matters

[@Joel-eq8jr]

Congrats and big respect for using a wordsmith like him to improve. much respect! Keep it up and keep finding greats like him

[@677singer]

This song is such a comfort to me. It really makes me realize that I have so many people in my life that care about me.

[@JasperLeroux]

He IS the Dr. Who of music. His music is deeper than it first appears.

[@catedesjardins9880]

That was my first impression too. Love David Tennett.

[@anonemouse1470]

As both an Andrew Bird and Dr. Who fan, as well as the comic book guy from the Simpsons... 1) Andrew Bird is practically a tweed patch on a professors jacket in appearance. 2) BIGGER ON THE INSIDE 3) Where then, are the Daleks?

[@christinebyczkiewicz271]

[@chihuahuasarecute123]

This guys music has been with me for so long. I started listening since I was in high school and even now I’m back to it because of the beautiful tune. This one would always help me when I was scared of things. I’m so glad to know I’ve grown after this time and it’s crazy to think I finally got the surgery to fix my heart. I’m currently in the process of recovering but this music still makes me happy any time I hear it.

[@anluirodriguezcarreon998]

Woow I´m really glad you got that surgery, this song definitely has something special, hoenstly, I feel like everybody should know this song or listen to it at least once in their lifetime, on the other hand, the fact that very few people know about its existance makes this feel special and lucky for us to have had the privilege

[@chihuahuasarecute123]

Anlui Rodríguez Carreón Thank you so much. Yeah I’m so glad that I’m finally getting better. This song is definitely something that’s impacted my outlook on life in scary times.

[@robinhawkins335]

@@chihuahuasarecute123 update on your recovery requested

[@chihuahuasarecute123]

I’m doing so much better! I got cleared by my doctor to do whatever I want. I can finally live life the way I want to and lead a normal healthy life. I’ll need another surgery many years from now but for now I’m cured.

[@robinhawkins335]

@@chihuahuasarecute123 I'm glad your health is in order and may your life be a beautiful one.

[@jtno2]

I love Bird's music. His songs are so dense with interesting melodies, lyrics and sounds. Thank God for Jack's Big Music Show or else I might never have discovered this brilliant artist.

[@purrmeows]

The People Whisperer. Thank you, just for being.

[@PratRants]

I *just* discovered this song. And I used to think I've heard a lot of Andrew Bird (cuz I looooove him)..... And I think this is one of his best works, and now, one of my favourites!

[@karaa7595]

I was instantly obsessed with Andrew's music...love at first sound. 👀👂💓

[@susiesan]

This song just popped into my head today - it's just as beautiful since the first time I heard it years ago.

[@bestiablue]

Has anyone noticed how the end almost sounds like whale calls? It's absolutely magnificent!

[@joanruben6351]

It's part of another song called "Dissent" from Andrew Bird , I also think it sounds like whales

[@mercantilerecords2627]

For sure!

[@ArseneWengerIsGod-nn8rw]

AB - Please get this version on Spotify my man! "Night's Falling" is fine...but c'mon, it's not this.

[@cojay_19]

I agree, I like this version of the song much much more.

[@lsdh7901]

Id start over if I could. From the tropic of Cancer, to Capricorn, you so far from your sofa along. Now you spin dirty laundry You dream of the kind of love you knew the day youre born Nights falling, so take courage that youre not alone, no youre not alone. Nights falling, so take courage that youre not alone, no youre not alone. Nights falling, nights falling, but youre not alone, no youre not alone. You swallow far from home Its how you find your room Though my words begin to crumble like the sidewalks all around this crumby neighborhood. And from these chalky Cliffs of Dover, Id come over Id start over if I could. Nights falling, nights falling, but youre not alone, no youre not alone. Nights falling, nights falling, but youre not alone, no youre not alone. Take courage, take courage, that youre not along, no youre not alone. Nights falling, nights falling, but youre not alone, no youre not alone. Take courage, take courage, that youre not along, no youre not alone.

[@syphronical]

Thank you, Andrew, for making usual moments in every day life wonderful by listening to your music. I feel hope and happiness when I hear this song.

[@nicoleentin225]

So glad I discovered his music! Listen to it practically every day :-) . Great voice!

[@catsrcool6517]

Love Andrew Bird, storytelling/life, whistling, violin 🎻 Going to his concert is on my bucket list! Some day I hope to catch him when he is performing in his hometown Chicago 💜

[@SuperUkuleleGirl]

I love how he looks like a slightly creepy Geography teacher but makes great soaring swathes of sound when he plays.

[@deneengriffin2955]

Omg! Lmao! You are so right! He was great in Fargo . A little creepy yet he played a naive vulnerable man very well.

[@jadenwaz9585]

@@deneengriffin2955 i did not know he was in Fargo… thank you so much for telling me so i can binge it

[@deneengriffin5318]

@@jadenwaz9585 He did a pretty good job..

[@papayer]

Creepy? He's one of the handsomest men I've ever seen

[@bramblejinks]

I dunno - I always get crushes on men who look like him. I think he's devastatingly handsome, and just gets mire handsome as he ages

[@Raehahn]

Heard Andrew Bird on NPR. Can't believe I hadn't heard his music until then. It's a goldmine.

[@IGiveYouPermission]

If you didn't know it already, this will achieve eternal fame in the enlightened future.

[@newworldorder8890]

Andrew, nice to see those music talents have grown to the next level.. You are very good. Hope your family is doing well. Your brother was my best friend growing up in LB, hope he is doing well,lost contact with him :-( Hope to see one of your live shows the next time you are in town. Keep up the great work and God Bless. -MS

[@DoctorCyan]

NewWorld Order Hey I’m not going to lie, this really, truly adds to the depressing-growing-overcoming atmosphere this song is making. Especially since this likely has not nor will it ever be viewed by Andrew himself. Someone email him this.

[@peasmom1]

Thank you Mr Bird. You mean more to me than I could ever put into a silly youtube comment space.

[@677singer]

One of my favorite songs of all time. This man is a musical god.

[@polarbearfelly]

Literally anything this person is absolutely, undeniably beautifu

[@polarbearfelly]

Beautiful*

[@polarbearfelly]

Fair enough!

[@monkey4gghplaysgames]

what is wrong with the word literally? its just a common used word, literally.

[@TchoubiBoumbo]

This song save me when i was down. ❤

[@hornthieves]

there is no such thing as finding an artist when your ready to listen they suddenly appear

[@missdina123]

Geeeeeeeeeeez, so wonderfully amazing......................Thx to KZbin and all the wonderful music lovers for allowing me to stumble upon ThIS GUY (big sigh of awe and appreciation) BEAUTIFUl! IN LOVE WITH HIS TALENT :)

[@pimpjarhead11]

This song made me a better person

[@EmCamDav]

Best whistler ever

[@leoortiz9681]

Emily Davis freakin great whistler lol

[@kirthgersen291]

You also have LP that whistles beautifully on many of his songs like this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqebh355r5h2msk

[@SesameCake]

He has honed the art of whistling so deftly. It could really constitute an instrument on it's own, lol.

[@SidewaysIsDead]

How a track this good wasn't on the album, I'll never understand...

[@oohlala8888]

This makes my cry! SO much NOSTALGIA my heart can't take it

[@Karina12491]

I'm in love with his music. It's all just great. He is magical indeed.

[@hippityhop05]

I love this song. The lyrics' hopeful tone and the tune behind them make it beautiful.

[@yasmintedeschi]

Is it even possible for a song to be that wonderful? This music is so good and it helped me trough some really tough times Andrew Bird is an incredible artist and everyone in the world should listen to his albums! Thank u so much for making that and many other songs, Brazil loves u very much

[@abigahilarias4331]

Ha pasado tanto tiempo y sigo amándola como si la hubiera conocido ayer.

[@Sharakomusic]

5:22 I recieved a gift from the heavens of peace and courage.

[@Squidprince]

Andrew bird always sounds like he's hugging you when he sings.

[@bobsamuels8570]

Take Courage - Andrew Bird Night's falling, so take courage that you're not alone, no you're not alone. Night's falling, so take courage that you're not alone, no you're not alone Then these words become to crumble like the sidewalks all around this crumby neighborhood. And from the chalky Cliffs of Dover, I'd come over, I'd start over if I could. From the tropic of Cancer, to Capricorn, you so far from your sofa along. Now you spin dirty laundry You dream of the kind of love you knew the day you're born Night's falling, so take courage that you're not alone, no you're not alone. Night's falling, so take courage, that you're not alone, no you're not alone. Night's falling, night's falling, but you're not alone, no you're not alone. You swallow far from home It's how you find your room Though my words begin to crumble like the sidewalks all around this crumby neighborhood. And from these chalky Cliffs of Dover, I'd come over I'd start over if I could. Night's falling, night's falling, but you're not alone, no you're not alone. Night's falling, night's falling, but you're not alone, no you're not alone. Take courage, take courage, that you're not along, no you're not alone. Night's falling, night's falling, but you're not alone, no you're not alone. Take courage, take courage, that you're not along, no you're not alone.

[@eureekasprings]

The section from 5:20 to 6:51 makes me think of whale calls, & even though I didn't hear them (but did see them) in Alaska, I'm transported back there with a dry throat & tears in my eyes. Mr. Bird, I love what your songs do to me.

[@stephenperry976]

You are a joy bringer and I am so grateful for you

[@sara1348]

My 11 yo daughter starts ti love andrew Bird listening to this song. There is still hope

[@abigahilarias4331]

No puedo con tanta maldita perfección.

[@edvalencia8861]

oye sabes de otro artista similar a Andrew Bird

[@thehorrornoobs5481]

@@edvalencia8861 No. Es el unico!

[@patriciarussell6683]

He's good. He's very very good.

[@yasuewho]

Y thanks for the courage!! The stage has called me my entire life; in something resembling "middle age" (if I'm lucky), I find myself seeking a way into brighter lights for a wee bit of music, so I can rattle my bones. Thanks for your bravery, Mr. Bird. It re-minds of my own. *tamborine skake, puff of smoke*

[@disulfiram62]

here you won't see all seeing eye symbolism, he is a true musician, not affected by the cabal. He is a true musician. Thx Andrew!

[@creativegirly9216]

i have listenend to andrew bird for my whole life and i still love him i also like the bands the postal service and pinback

[@inaniell1]

that song filled my heart with love.

[@msgreeneyes161]

I could listen to this all day.. so beautiful. Right now listening to this song while watching the snow fall is quite an experience

[@thenew30303]

i am so in love with this man. oh my god

[@the1stmikec]

Andrew has reworked this song and released it as “Night’s Falling” on his Christmas themed 2019 EP “Hark”

[@saranogueira3986]

Take Courage was only released for the eMusic platform, as a bonus track to Noble Beast.

[@rubymylove1]

Such a beautiful song.

[@relarmy737]

True soul healing music 😉🤗😁

[@TheyMakeMeHappy]

I really like this song, and i love it's title. I really need to take courage cuz im really shy, and i let that keep me from many life changing stuff

[@17hance]

Wish this was on apple music

[@yahyaharyantoo]

I love the bass so much, so groovy

[@mrleslau]

Such a lovely song

[@danathrower2680]

Take courage is giving!

[@safetyshack]

I can't understand who gave "unlike" to this song...

[@NorthernDiaries]

This song helps with my anxiety :)

[@JodeneElizabethBeavers]

so happy to hear this beautiful sound

[@MrDannyddog]

Beautiful.

[@morganbancroft7724]

Spooning dirty laundry isn't a new concept! I love how AB borrows lyrics and musical themes from some songs to create others.

[@MANFREDSTROBACH]

One of my favorite.. Great song.

[@jeremy3591]

whistle game on point

[@pinkchocolategirl55]

you just make me so happy andrew bird

[@romeipandita526]

This guy is genius

[@nocaster4747]

Yep

[@minnowpoo]

THIS GUY MAKES LOVE WITH MUSIC

[@catherinecolwell8939]

This song will always be special to me ❤️

[@mabelle32]

this song just exudes such a positive message...i love it! it gives me hope...

[@sandra82390]

Me gusta mucho su voz!!

[@LieutenantSarcasm26]

I like this song because it gives me courage :)

[@danielbroncales8211]

Agradesco tanto haber aprendendido español para disfrutar de estas piezas musicales qué llegan a mi alma ❤

[@Turrreena]

Gorgeous song. It makes me feel hope.

[@lambredas6981]

*Masterpiece*

[@paintedcrow]

Andrew Bird is exceedingly handsome. Agree?

[@aimee99615]

Oh you magic, magic man! ❤

[@marieokay]

weird. the ending of this is the beginning of dissent. thank you for posting it!

[@JeenahExplosion]

Since this version is so hard to find, my anxiety makes me worry it will be removed from KZbin & I'll loose access.

[@PhoeFireaga]

He's to be admired. I'm glad that I am from the same city as him.

[@geraldmorain3166]

Glad to see people with ears

[@jimbo3ooo]

it makes me sad when this song ends. But then I start it again and it makes me happy once more! :)

[@luferda]

Deprimidos y tristes, ¡disfrutad!

[@edvalencia8861]

oye sabes de otro artista similar a Andrew Bird

[@jonaibjes]

150 times listen in a roll an its sill feeling like the firts time

[@SuperUkuleleGirl]

He also tries to educate me with his superior vocabulary.

[@olguiskyvelazquez1293]

Hermosa, me encanta cada sonido de ella!!!

[@TatianaBazan]

omfg! Im in tears! so amazing!! thank you!!

[@joycegilcrest9945]

THAT'S what he does best. with all my love, andy.

[@RachelSofaer]

beautiful message and song

[@thedmtfp]

I heard andrew bird on the squirell nut zippers album hot years before i even knew who he is. Glad i learned.

[@MarcosVinicius-fo3vb]

the best song!

[@MontrealMama]

So sweet

[@mohkamal]

I’ve been searching for it for a year now

[@xXSynchronicityIIXx]

wow, this is absolutely fantastic. I feel like Andrew Bird entirely captures the esence of every emotion in one song, in every piece he makes. It's tearing at you heart but allowing it to leap with joy. Absolutely beautiful...