Laufey - Fragile (Acoustic)

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Lyrics:
Will you let me come closer to you,
I know that you're older, but what can I do
I leave in the morning I'll forget that I am surely falling....
Grew up in a case of fragile glass
But hammer away it’s time to crash
And as it shatters let me shatter into you
The soft candle glow
The music so slow
Your skin on my skin
The room is spinning
Nerve in my bone
I’m shaking oh no
I'm talking though I shouldn't be
I've lost all sensibility
I've never been so fragile
It's been a year and 40 days
Since you picked me up and swept me away
I wanted to run with you into the midnight sun with you
Now I sit around and rust in rain
Turn into dust as I just wait
For someone to hold my like you did that night I still remember
The soft candle glow
The music so slow
Your skin on my skin
The room kept spinning
Round I'm alone
New town on my own
I’m missing you I shouldn't be
I've lost all sensibility
I've never been so fragile

[@Frostbiker]

Her vocal technique is always on point, including every time I've heard her streaming live. She must have worked her tail off her whole life to be so skilled: singing, cello, composing, etc. Much respect.

[@dt3546]

Totally right! Laufey makes it look so easy one forgets that. And in the middle of all that she found the time to develop herself as an amazing lyricist in a language that’s not even her first. This girl is out of this world.

[@laufey]

thank you for the kind words ❤️

[@parkbenchwarrior3366]

A star ready to be harvested and pushed to supernova then…..

[@ezekielteklaking]

The only thing that qualifies me to validate your comment is the complete feeling of warmth from hearing her dance through the vocals, the hairs on the back of my neck can also confirm she hits all of the notes perfectly.

[@theherk]

Much respect for the assessment. So many people witness things this magical and attribute it entirely to “talent”. But it takes hard work, and you can tell she put the time in.

[@deekaye6666]

FIRST AND FOREMOST, I AM A SOUND ENGINEER and mix and master of over 10 years. SHE IS REAL. There is not puffed up engineer tricks going on here. THIS IS WHAT I AM TALKING ABOUT! REAL TALENT. Sick and tired of all these mixed and mastered versions of ppl with polished versions pretending to perform live. THIS IS 100% real acoustic live people. Keep up the solid work!

[@hurana795]

Do you like petting cats ^__^ :P :3

[@filipgasic2642]

It's just music bro, chill

[@jupa7166]

Send her some soundproofing pannels... With a proper setup she should've sound fabulous!

[@kaitheredninja9919]

@@filipgasic2642 🤓

[@stephenflood3463]

Organic!

[@jazzbassist]

In an age of hyper-produced, artificially flavored music, there aren't many real ones getting much publicity. This was so well done and I hope you keep making beautiful art like this.

[@hardtymz2517]

these kids doing acoustics of "down in a hole" is unreal! no need for a big budget.

[@danwall9127]

I would say there are moooooore then ever, it's only people have to start looking. There are so much music I can't keep up and so many genuine artists!

[@carbonc6065]

I don't care for her voice, but I agree with your sentiments & her actions.

[@Keliiyamashita]

There’s something I can’t quite put my finger on. A lazy afternoon, ice cold lemonade, and breeze rushing through the trees… ah, perfection! Mahalo Laufey!

[@zargomik]

Felt the same lazy summer afternoon vibe

[@MrRazzieBinx]

Omg, this raw version is just as beautiful !!

[@hirofumi3123]

you didn't even watch the vid my guy

[@hirofumi3123]

it's literally her song,😂 not a cover 😂😂😂😂😂

[@randomelvis3359]

@@hirofumi3123 He means this is a raw version of her recently released single “Fragile”

[@detritus3863]

Razzie and laufey sitting on a tree

[@noowooah]

@@hirofumi3123 he did, i saw his comment a few hours aft release of orig

[@natyv_music]

One take. No Cuts. Perfect breath control. Didn't sing a single note wrong. Not to mention the guitar playing and songwriting. Unreal talent.

[@ofon2000]

I mean...how would you know it was only 1 cut? lol

[@sweven2830]

​@@ofon2000 huh

[@sweven2830]

​You must be thinking of takes not cuts.

[@ofon2000]

@@sweven2830 you're right...sorry

[@itsmelanie4059]

Real

[@Marcus-ok2jy]

How is she not getting more attention...This lady is critically underrated.

[@kyleethan7664]

How many views did she previously had 3 months ago?

[@Marcus-ok2jy]

Unsure but i guess my point is that far less talented (in my eyes) have gotten far more attention. But she seems to be getting alot more attention in the past few months and I'm really happy for her

[@MrJBacon]

On Spotify now (Jan. 22. 2024), it says she has more than 16 mill. listeners a month. That's pretty high! I looked up the old hero Prince (RIP), and he has less than 12 mill. listeners.

[@Marcus-ok2jy]

@@MrJBacon Well technology and all, a typical famous tik toker probably has more "views" than some of the most talented artists a few decades ago.But it says nothing about their talents.

[@lucasryan169]

​@@kyleethan7664Definitely 3 months passed and the video reached 1.8 million 🙏

[@cordialement4383]

Her control over voice and guitar dynamics is out of this world. Not to mention the perfect tempo…

[@OliviaSNava]

I think that description of "modern story with old sounds" is extremely accurate, and really beautiful. The form of your song is very much a verse-chorus-verse-chorus, and the lyrics are very modern, but the melody and harmonies and timbres are very bossa nova especially that Edim chord leading back to the Fm9. Very beautiful and very subtle. I just found your music, but I am enjoying it immensely already.

[@armanrozika]

and that's the only thing i dont like (this is pretty much subjective), the lyrics. The music and her voice, just beautiful, wow.

[@lazuligrotto5674]

@@armanrozika why don't you like the lyrics?

[@jbarraem]

Enjoyed that very much, thanks. It's crazy to think that my 19 year old, me, 60 years old and my 85 year old mom are all fans, wow, crazy. Again, thanks.

[@mariannec2322]

Same with my family! Even my 12 year old cousin!

[@orionyes5086]

This is honesty the most beautiful acoustic version of a song I have ever heard!

[@GjaP_242]

She has excellent intonation, perfect voice modulation. She sings very well. 1:34

[@GjaP_242]

Surprising. 3:33

[@MrDavidMoyer]

Not everyone can do this. Your brain has to be wired to handle doing three things at once. Left hand selects the notes. Right hand plays the tune and keeps time. And singing. And to handle all three so well simultaneously - that is real skill right there. It's a beautiful song, played and sung beautifully.

[@kellyrojers4202]

As a person who sings and plays the guitar at the same time, this is completely true especially when trying to learn a new song, but it becomes much easier the more you do it.

[@riley1636]

Not everyone can do this, but I think everyone could do this. Don't let this discourage you if you're learning. It takes a lot of practice and skill. Time. Lots of time. And perseverance. That doesn't make it less impressive, it just underscores it.

[@katyyork934]

​@riley1636 yeah it's definitely a learned talent that just takes practice, not as though some people pick up a guitar and can magically do it.

[@gonzalogonzalez9960]

This is what any good musician tries to accomplish: simplicity and beauty, all at once. The 4 chords progression, the pure voice with no unnecessary fioritura, everything is on the right place with no need of extra elements. This is really delightful. You've got a new fan over here.

[@helielzel]

But what about cannibal corpse ?

[@KabMulti]

Amen

[@glennyyo7321]

I love that sensitivity. More fragility to the world. Such a beautiful song

[@lebe220]

So fragile, this world, fearing a political virus.

[@gins8781]

Laufey is of the rare artists whose videos I listen through in their entirety every time I am introduced to a new one. She started showing up in my feed a couple of days ago and although I wasn’t really in the mood for her style of music at that moment, her lovely voice and clever lyrics hooked me. It’s very nice to see her instrumental ability showcased here. I’m a fan.

[@yasskye768]

Nobody is commenting on the extreme beauty and purity of these emotionally sophisticated, poetic lyrics- (that fit her careful voice so astoundingly) so I will. Such a rare communication of vulnerability. What an artist. What a soul. What a healer. What a luxury to have ears that hear this.

[@GraceLYYstories]

"telling a modern story with old sounds" ... i am also very inspired by bossa nova genre ... you are really talented ! keep up the good work and keep inspiring!

[@shaleywen2648]

Her vocals are unreal.

[@billyboost5751]

Its been a long time since a song mesmerized me like Fragile has. Beautiful vocals and soft guitar play. Thank You Laufey.

[@soldenoche3]

Even though the album version has more production, this is my favorite version of the song. You're incredible!

[@MrVara411]

Amazing textures, colorations, and control of your voice. Fantastic playing, too! Beautiful job. EDIT: Holy crap this was ORIGINAL?! You're amazing!!!

[@carloscosta5092]

Beautiful. You are really amazing. Please,just keep going on.

[@prod.ju1ce]

wow her voice in that room tone is amazing

[@SM-mj5np]

Her vocal range is impressive, thanks for this Laufey

[@peetiegonzalez1845]

Please release this exact recording. The room is perfect, your voice control is incredible.

[@frankbernotimm3031]

You're describing a truly important moment of love: feeling kinda of naked soul - it could turn in one moment to total luckiness or brutal hurts. I prefer this acoustic version - Your voice, Your guitar - nothing more is needed for me.

[@Szaboo92]

That is just straight from heaven. The guitar solo, the voice, the realness, and of course those eyes...

[@sunshime_]

I love her music so much, It's full of emotions and I always get swept away w/ all that.

[@theunknown21329]

This is unreal. Beautiful voice!!!

[@jacolynparker]

i haven't heard accuracy and technique this striking since i first heard mitski. im a voice coach and youre making me feel like an amateur in a very very pleasant way that doesnt make me feel bad just happy this exists. this is touching. you have worked hard and it shows. great work.

[@saiverx]

This song brought me a lot of peace

[@Deweysurbey]

I did not want that song to ever end. It is so beautiful and you are such a gift for the ears. Thank you

[@AndrewKahnn]

She has an amazing voice. My ears can't believe it!

[@benjaminh2841]

Came from George Collier's vids, so glad that I did! Truly "heavenly," as he described. Keep it up!

[@darasimiAdj68]

I never think it's possible to sound even more beautiful but she always does it

[@danielherrera9729]

Beautiful in all it's rawness. No gimmicks just beautiful art. Thank you

[@brantley7941]

the tone is unreal. great song

[@Gez492]

Came to Laufey purely by accident, started listening and became totally hooked. Not just by her beauty but by the beauty and purity of her voice. I was able to understand and relate to her story so easily and the acoustic version carries the song so perfectly. Thank you for sharing your fragility and talent. What can I say..Just wow.

[@opcomment]

When there's a new Laufey song, I literally drop everything I'm doing to listen

[@opcomment]

Love it so much

[@somenamelastnaammee52]

samee ❤️😌

[@gordonsheets9817]

Are you sure your name ain't Bing Bell?

[@shiven.kumarage]

Love those vocals. So calm and lovely

[@aleste37]

For a "simple" homey setup....your voice sounds like a master recording!

[@ashleyw672]

How the heck is she so talented… I can’t imagine how much effort she put into her voice to replicate that sweet sweet oldies sound, and now we all get to enjoy her lovely voice and music today! Thank you so much Laufey!

[@unseenmolee]

ive been listening to this song on repeat and it still gives me chills every time

[@nikhilranjan2055]

the description of modern stories with an old sound is so accurate and is the sort of thing that pulled me in so quickly to listening to more. keep up the great work :D

[@TheRealThomasPaine1776]

How the heck does she sound this good, sing this perfectly in her room?????? OMG!

[@sushi_donut]

Lucy Rose + Kings of Convenience = THIS SONG. Love, love, love it.

[@joaoneto1248]

Sounds like an authentic bossa nova song. Very lovely, I'm glad those kind of tunes are getting some space in an international level nowadays again!

[@lazaroneto3722]

i watch this all the time still. completely in love

[@okcsticksandkeys]

Your ability and way with harmony, melody, and dynamics is out of this WORLD. REALLY! SO BEAUTiful! Like inCREDibly beautiful! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Bober909]

Phenomenal vocal control, to sing this well this softly is insane. Your entire vocal range is so well connected it's really incredible. Wish you all the success in your future!

[@miguel_leugim]

What a wonderful voice. I was spellbound throughout the song.

[@cplaylist8238]

How incredibly beautiful and might I say mesmerizing, and I not only mean the song but the person! I couldn't stop listening! Nothing beats acoustic!

[@daylightstars4097]

Laufey I’m coming back to this 1 year later, and this never fails to amaze me. Your flawless vocals with no auto tune, and your amazing guitar skills. I went to your bewitched goddess edition concert, and it was an amazing experience.

[@pk.bingbong]

This song sounds so vulnerable. Thank you for sharing this part of yourself with us! 💛

[@JeanV1986]

This is a definition of beauty. Composition, arrangement, voice, subtilty, looks. 🌌

[@sigmasociety2180]

What a beautiful gift you’ve given us. Incredible! Bravo! Infinite blessings to you❤

[@ashroskell]

What a sweet voice. What an evocative song.

[@dankevinmirabuna1864]

This too good! The vocal performance is so clean and polished. The dynamics in the voice is so on point as well on the fingerpicking technique. The song is also very interesting to me personally. What a gem!

[@Hannah-em4kh]

LYRICS [Verse 1] Will you let me come closer to you? I know that you're older but what can I do? I leave in the morning, I'll forget that I am surely falling (Ah-ah) Grew up in a case of fragile glass But hammer away, it's time to crash And as it shatters let me shatter into you [Chorus] The soft candle glow The music so slow Your skin on my skin The room is spinning Nerve on my bone I'm shaking, oh no I'm talking though I shouldn't be I've lost all sensibility Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh I've never been so fragile [Post-Chorus] Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh (Ooh-ooh) Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh (Ooh-ooh) Ah-ah-ah-ah, ah-ah, ah-ah, ah [Verse 2] It's been a year and forty days Since you picked me up and swept me away I wanted to run with you into the midnight sun with you (Ah-ah) Now I sit around and rust in rain Turn into dust as I just wait For somеone to hold me like you did that night, I still rеmember [Chorus] The soft candle glow The music so slow Your skin on my skin The room kept spinning 'Round, I'm alone New town on my own I'm missing you, I shouldn't be I've lost all sensibility Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh I've never been so fragile Fragile

[@Zevesh]

I need the chord too 😅

[@sylvainjazz]

@@Zevesh There are essentially only 4 chords 😊 to this very pretty song, and they are as follows : Fm9 Bb13 Ebmaj7 Edim7 😉

[@DogmaBeoulve]

The second she started singing I liked XD Holy cats, what a voice!

[@ForTheHomeless-yx6qn]

Wow. This is the kind of song made for romance. I love it. Hopefully it’s in a movie one day. I’ll definitely listen to this when I have a significant other. Thanks for this beautiful, and special tune.

[@joeyjennings555]

This is a beautiful song and hope everyone who is mentally struggling gets better

[@samuelwalters6082]

This really took me back to a lot of the firsts and intimate moments from my most recent relationship. Sad it’s over but happy to have experienced such beautiful moments

[@MarttiSyber]

That moment when you imagine whole orchestra, not only voice and guitar. It's perfect!

[@dirtydingus5465]

Never have seen this before but she has blown me away! Such beauty in so many ways!

[@SaltyTubers]

Laufey, YOU are a genius ... this song is so moving and beautiful. I'm an older person, but you've transported me back to my first loves and experiences here. I'm so grateful for your gift!

[@richardsmith8590]

She is perfect in this moment regarding this live recording.

[@fiqyaarsyl3027]

You're so great, Laufey❤ Multiple times, I've replayed it, and it always hits the bottom of my heart

[@f5mando]

Clean, clear, and beautiful song, playing and singing. Brava, Laufey!

[@BlikeNave]

2:38 the melody on Soft Candle Glow is so nice.

[@glitterbug305]

Ahhh I’m so obsessed with your voice! I’ve always loved Etta James, Ella Fitzgerald, and other jazz/soul singers and you capture that essence so well, while also having a sense of individuality and uniqueness too!!

[@alizayjackson2000]

Her simple acoustics are always the best!

[@neilclay5835]

Incredible. I worked in an independent record shop in south London for five years and I've heard A LOT of music. And you have an absolute gift and talent. Also, I thought the little talk at the end was great. I wish you luck, because that's all you need really, you have everything else.

[@jespermusic8073]

I could listen u sing and play all day there is something magical in your voice!

[@MikeKollin]

Awwww... so pretty.... voice, melody and energy ❤

[@cesarinocencio469]

Her music is so expressive, so soulful, albeit haunting but oh so beautiful to listen to . I love you Laufey!

[@LawrenzAmparo-lz5xg]

Do I love Laufey's music or Do I love Laufey? Irrelevant. I'm in love.

[@misosoup7531]

Love your new makeup style!! Amazing vocals as always

[@alin7475]

Wow, it's a nice soothing song. Can't stop listening 🥺🥺

[@bambi_isshrek738]

I can't help but cry when I listen to this such a masterpiece absolute banger certified hood classic fr the streets NEED your music queen.

[@christianestrella9690]

She is the real deal. Truly talented and so beautiful! Her voice is mesmerizing and so colorful

[@leomoco5068]

SABIA que tinha inspiração em Bossa Nova! A primeira vez que ouvi essa música não reparei o que você havia dito no final, gosto muito da sua música e esse vídeo é inspirador. Parabéns Laufey, fico muito feliz em poder te ouvir. Abraço do Brasil inteiro pra você.

[@marcoscosta5410]

Brazil rocks . The best singers in the role world. Tim Maia, Elis Regina, Gilberto Gil and milton nascimento.

[@IAMElectric369]

Very beautiful. Nice delivery and conveying of the song title. It felt, fragile. Very, very nice.

[@milojgreen]

This is the definition of musical perfection.

[@jerryodonovan8624]

Real talent.

[@davidnk5371]

Потрясающе! так душевно, так точно и бережно взята каждая нота!

[@MyDaneb]

Awesome ; beautiful melody

[@giacomoguarnieri2461]

Wow your Music and talent has given me goosebumps throughout the piece and at the end I found myself in tears. What power there can be in delicateness.

[@concious_open_mic]

Pure power of amazing songwriting and breath

[@iMagicGraalOnline]

THATS AN ORIGINAL?!?! Beautiful! Your voice is so beautiful in a brittle yet controlled way that gives you a "I must protect this" feeling. Fantastic!

[@akixtutyann]

綺麗な歌声とギターのメロディーに心打たれました；；

[@Dipiis]

This is my favorite song. Keep coming back

[@christianhoneyman9001]

Simply Awsome. 😀😃😄😁😊

[@basicguitaranatomy1138]

First im in love. Second.. wow... incredible pitch.. perfect.. note o guitar... perfect.. like a studio version... Reminds of George Michael live talent and perfection on vocals and feeling. Fantastic... so much great artists on youtube and in the world but this lady sings to our soul. Very very very nice vocals and playing.

[@robcroft5132]

Wow. That song is almost as beautiful as you are. 🎶🎵🎶 Much respect 💙

[@zigzagas1000]

You are magic... A deep spell of the past has been cast during these four and a half minutes... Though I didn't listen to the lyrics specifically, but the sound of the chords and your voice brought me back into a place where I felt extreme joy and happiness. Thank you.

[@jdub3630]

I dont need any other version of this song this is so raw and wonderful

[@becayxty]

Laufey, I'm learning to play the guitar and you certainly inspire me.

[@clubdelosantisociales]

I’ve been listening to covers lately, and my algorithm presented this to me, while listening I was like “Wow she sounds JUST like Laufey” and then I realized… anyways… just pure perfection form my favorite Laufey song

[@GaryMcKinnonUFO]

What a beautiful, wandering melody. Totally transported me.

[@richardbaker183]

I don't know much about the technical aspect of singing, but listening to you I'm dazzled by your control and your range.