Modest Mouse - Satellite Skin (Official Music Video)

[@ClintWestVood]

12 years later and here i am. still slaps and im still alive. both are amazing

[@drluch1522]

Me too brother.

[@freezinginhere]

Not a bad way to go after all huh?

[@freezinginhere]

I went to like this comment... I already liked it. Probably summer 2021. Back for more tho

[@dillonsurratt]

This band carried me through my very troubled teenage years and high-school. Almost 7 years after graduation, the sounds these guys put out are still the best medicine I know.

[@alexq6029]

15 years later I'm here

[@xMvri]

been listening to modest mouse my entire life. my dads been a fan since before i was born, turned 18 earlier this year and bought him tickets to see a concert on november 12th. one of the happiest days of my life:)

[@mafiascrub2213]

Lmao your story is pretty much mine

[@hemogoblinofthenight5761]

This is one of those songs that I always feel like listening to

[@royalkuhnt8216]

Happy fucking congratulations

[@dereksutherland7581]

I cannot comprehend how so many people who are fans of Modest Mouse hated this music video so much. It is abstract art. The beauty and genius of the music they create lay in the very same element of obscure, abstract, and metaphorical representations of the emotions and experiences of life. Sometimes these are tangible ideas that are easy to realize. Other times they are ambiguous matters that we can only know by feeling them. The video uses the same freedom of subjective interpretation that their very unique sound and endearing lyrics use. Open your mind, people, and step outside of the box of conventional aesthetic value. One of the greatest bands of all time.

[@faceplanter51]

Ithat your personal opinion about abstract art or what they tell you to believe

[@TheKrusader2112]

So what does the video mean?

[@GamerKnight19]

faceplant51 both really

[@dereksutherland7581]

Since I have been getting notifications about my post lately, allow me to say a few things. First of all, faceplant51, I'm not sure if you were asking me a question, making a statement, or trying to be a douche with the whole "what they tell you to believe." Your lack of punctuation and details left your message a bit hazy. Secondly, the concept of abstract expression is a very clearly defined thing, and has been for a very long time. You can use Google to research it, if you must. With that being said, the meaning of the video is up to you. That's the beauty of abstract art: the meaning of the piece is open to any and all interpretations. It is meant to inspire your imagination, and is the most subjective form of art there is. If a person can't watch something like this video and create their own meaning it could mean that they just didn't like it. On the other hand, it could indicate a very narrow mind and dull wit. I don't know which category a person may fall into, but I think I made my original post because of the amount of unimaginative hyenas putting down the video merely because it didn't spoon feed them a linear plot. You've got to stop thinking in lines and boxes - the universe is a hologram.

[@TheKrusader2112]

I don't see a reason to dislike him. He hasn't rubbed me the wrong way.

[@paulrplath]

This Modest Mouse video is based off/a tribute to the first scene of the 1990 Japanese film called 'Dreams' (full title: Akira Kurosawa's Dreams). It is based heavily from the first dream/scene of the film; 'Sunshine Through the Rain'. I definitely would encourage a viewing of the film, if nothing else you could at least wikipedia the film and read the cursory summary of the first dream/scene. - Cheers

[@DavidFerguson-si7ty]

I want to see that thanks 11 year old comment lol

[@baloneyslice247]

The Foxes!

[@dragon8me2]

How true is this?

[@nicks5083]

This is the most insane bizarre but awesome shit iv ever seen

[@nicks5083]

Thank you!! :)

[@leeagreasealophabred]

their videos are the best: nature, aliens, robed people, and mystery beings/objects. So..an acid trip. Dude, ideal.

[@JustPutYourName]

Everything about this music is art. Visuals, wide variety of instruments, lyrics, philosophy, feeling in the vocals... Simply amazing

[@emmawallace7155]

I feel like the whole point of this song is to show that people will say things that they don't mean. "Satellite skin" refers to artificial skin that is orbiting the person, just like a satellite is an artificial thing orbiting the planet. The "artificial skin" is the thoughts and ideas a person has stated that they don't actually agree with themselves, they just are saying things to be seen a certain way. Never really showing their true selves, so there is "nothing to even show they existed"

[@modest1989]

I don't think that is at all what they would interprete the meaning to be but it's nice to hear other people's thoughts about it

[@johnhenry6516]

Why be yourself when you can join to crowd, all in all there is a race to be won that were all losing competing against each other. Do your really believe there is a race to be won?

[@lemongrasslaughs9061]

This is a great write-up. Never even stopped to think of the song this way.

[@matthewmclucas2034]

A tough exterior

[@hellashott]

Mouse. Is much darker than that. It’s based on his own observations & feelings. You have a phenomenal sense behind your screen to interpret the song that way, my guess or my interpretation would be it’s about being uncomfortable in your own skin. All the vile ticks an twitches. The muscle spasms from anxiety. Etc.

[@beebstomlinson3149]

This song has everything that they do good, done to perfection. The harmonies at the end are signature Brock.

[@ConsciousOatmeal]

Dude. Wonder what this child is gonna think when he sees it as an adult.

[@michaelhuyge9881]

I had the EXACT same thought. Also, probably a good few weeks of nightmare now - LOL

[@the_yoyoman3808]

Literally me right now

[@jaibindechilly2149]

Shoot I wouldve thought it was a great honor to be in a music video with modest mouse

[@satanael_el]

@@jaibindechilly2149 same, but you cant deny it's weirdeness lol

[@vinceadams662]

at least hes not the child from Kids - Mgmt

[@andrewmackemzie4565]

You'll never be like them.. be yourself, you're better at it. #STAYSTRANGE

[@000colourful000]

WELL HAPPY FUCKING CONGRATULATIONS :D This is my favourite part. Love this song, they played it on the radio the other day, was so happy dancing round my kitchen...

[@bmoneyrancidfan91]

Every mm song has a favorite part like that

[@ThommyofThenn]

That and the "what the hey what the hell" part are the best parts

[@itsinmybackpack2884]

12 yrs ago! Insane:D My fav part too!

[@rvalderas1]

Mine too!

[@armyofpoo9297]

Im so grateful to have not missed out on modest mouse in my teens

[@DreamStepper]

This video is either super weird, or so deep that I cannot even begin to comprehend it.

[@ryanwhitaker4444]

Even drugs couldn't make this shit up.

[@clairewitch]

I mean, drugs inhibit cognitive processes. So yeah, you're correct.

[@MrCoreyleab]

I wouldn't say inhibit, alter probably. And Ryan, They were probably on LOTS of drugs making this video XD but not nearly their weirdest video

[@thefamilydog3278]

Spooky Moths Considering how many great ideas were at least in part fueled by drugs I can't wholly agree with your statement. Of course, it depends on the drug. I've heard lots of horrible rambling theories fueled by cocaine. On the other hand, I've also experienced epiphanies through psychedelics. Cannabis can go both ways.

[@clairewitch]

Tuff Luff I have a bias against them because of personal experiences, but I've seen weirder shit made sober than a lot of stuff done on drugs.

[@EmployeeJoe630]

Spooky Moths what were your bad experiences and on what?

[@Scoobeydubeydoo]

I just love the bamboo steamers on their heads... besides the music, that's the best part.

[@Ryuhza]

Modest Mouse... your videos are just... Awesome.

[@rhcpwolf]

This guys twisted.......:thumbsup:what a wonderful one of a kind guy!!!!!

[@TheOtherOne7isBlueMaid]

When I was in first grade, I made a story called Bird House of the Wild. I had to make him go into a coma because I didn't have enough time to finish. I think this should be the ending.

[@brett_fitz4569]

😂

[@zahraalzuwayed7751]

this is beyond dope

[@bigolgrease]

dude i fucking love this song

[@AJ-ir4fj]

wow this reminds me of a Tool video...nice to see the creativeness isn't dead

[@dylanmaltais441]

This video was directed by Kevin Willis, who by my understanding had worked with Tool videos before

[@asdfghjkl38ish]

i love listening to modest mouse during a morning toker boker its quite soothing and rad :D

[@cheezewiz227]

Lol

[@jhonrb6292]

conceptual art dark souls XD

[@hemogoblinofthenight5761]

This would only belong in Dark Souls 2. 1 and 3 have a very different feel

[@aidanrafter7225]

I see dark souls 1

[@Juicy.k.wwe.game.1098]

I was young watching this perturbed yet gratified by the bliss of the atmosphere the music gave the entities i had witnessed before me the all along

[@ramontorres2699]

Only gets better. Every time through a lifetime now. Modest mouse only gets better with time🙏💕

[@SeaThrewTheKnight]

The crunch at the end gave me a heart attack! I was only listening to the music, it's just starting to calm down with woodsy sounds...........CRUNCH!!

[@MilquetoastJJ]

Crunchy!

[@CrossWindsPat]

Another monster track!!! My god MM is just a plethora of amazing music! Thank you for existing!!!

[@JorgeBartual1]

I found this video beautifully bizarre. I somehow love it...

[@jamesscott8705]

Can we all agree happy fckng congratulations

[@rougestr]

i like the bong water noises at the beginning haha

[@eastcoastcc2631]

Hey 👋 hope you have a good day!

[@CookieBreath420]

Love this whole CD, and all the others.. But this the most. This video is so nuts too, it's great.

[@Wolfpqws]

This video creeped the F*CK out of me as a kid😂 Love it

[@TheDayMan11]

everyone of there songs has the best lyrics ive ever heard there amazing

[@RomaniaOverpowered]

first listened to this on bandcamp; never let go since then

[@MrJose9783]

Kevin Willis directed this, same guy that worked along with Adam Jones from Tool in previous music videos

[@suddenlyawetrat2587]

Explains everything

[@blahblah14685]

💙

[@gmann36]

I don't know, the newest stuff just isnt the same. It doesn't have that grungyness that makes me want to smoke a cigarette and drive like a nomad. Non-the-less still love this band. One of the only bands i can listen to continuously.

[@andyjohn35]

fav modest mouse song period

[@collifreesh]

they always have the best videos. oh whats the use, oh what the hell.

[@Alvarochahin]

I don't know why I LOVE this song so fucking much. Modest Mouse you are artists. You are light in this obscure world of repetitive bull shit. Thank you

[@GreenMorning72]

They must be some of the most creative people... to say the least

[@freakshowv]

LoL i love the bird house creatures.I love modest videos.

[@moonsuns2941]

I love this song so much!!!

[@lschaefer77]

I love it seen them 3 times, live in Michigan, been a fan for 14 years

[@estebanreynoso4934]

Some Cronenberg here ❤

[@pureecstasy]

i love them. period

[@RobKroiss]

i came back to this page just to comment... after having one direction advertise i x'ed my tab immediatley. good job vevo i still have never heard this song because of you..

[@effigy123]

My favorites, oh the feels

[@SuperCosbySweater]

favorite modest song right now(:

[@crepesandwafles]

this band is...amazing!

[@Drowninginantimatter]

This is weird AND fantastic to the zenith! = D

[@Bostonian7799]

I can't make head nor tail of this video, but I love it! Long live Modest Mouse!

[@MrKinkFloyd]

without a doubt the single greatest and most disturbing video ive ever seen all rolled into one

[@IIAWIAR]

This song makes so so happy, i just want to listen to it over and over again. I think thats cause i always listened to it with my best friend while shrooming... those were some of the best times of my life.

[@austinfenske7580]

fave sad song from mouse

[@SargeLS]

Favorite song.

[@NASkeywest]

This left me feeling very confused, yet satisfied.

[@Ebay2play]

I remember when Modest Mouse was good. I will remember to forget you forgot me.

[@billymalcolmsn3081]

Presente el habla Hispana escuchando este buen grupo!

[@WiseAlliOwl]

Modest Mouse...I-I have no words...

[@nrose14]

The birdhouse fed his whole nation of birdhouses by sacrificing two of his little eggs. Since the only way to release the food was through the Alien's eyes, the alien is is feeding his pets such as we do to cats and dogs. A really cool video and i thank the band for sharing this magnificent piece of art!

[@mgs0893]

Modest Mouse and MGMT always have the greatest videos

[@podAA27]

This video is a fucking brilliant work of art in it's own right.

[@aguademar3007]

Years listening to it and toda came to the video

[@danwolf2017]

Omg couldn't agree more

[@GimmeAllYourMoney925]

SLEESTAK!

[@gabrielcastro9658]

Great Song! Big Love from Argentina.

[@blahblah14685]

I saw this played in the crystal ballroom, I think it was 2009. Someone yelled at Isaac, “play some old shit” and Isaac yelled back “here’s some new shit” and played satellite skin. 💙♥️💙

[@fuzzydunlop7928]

How have I not seen this?

[@alexmcintosh8835]

Brilliant!!

[@alexschaefer7875]

As much as I miss the The Lonesome Crowded West, Interstate 8, and The Moon and Antarctica and such, I am so happy Isaac got sober and they developed their sound in a way that kept themselves interested in creating music. While I don't think this even light the shadow of their older content, I'm glad they're still creating content.

[@jukeboxzero0079]

Meek da Mouse would be Proud ;)

[@fredflinstoneflinstone6861]

modest mouse, I love your music mostly I like your song satellite skin because I know it's about me and others like me and somehow hearing this song help alleviate some of the pain. Thank You for your great and insightful music. from not really alias Felicity Meadow

[@jackpaquin3845]

+Owen Rinn Way to sink his ship...

[@SeaThrewTheKnight]

One of the meanings?: He's saying we're not praying, were kneeling; we're not respecting, we're begging. This is probably referring to religion, as people who have a religion look to a higher god to make their decisions, and show them a path. I think Issac is saying be free to choose your own path, to fight for what you can do, and not just what they tell you to "Just like bein' my own solar system, doin' good things but they totally eclipse them". Like the houses controlling the people's lives

[@SaveTheHoneyBeez]

Agreed, not their own opinions being broadcasted like millions of satellites. 13 years ur transmission took to reach me here today .👍🌟

[@freakonnaisance]

they have such good sound. i wihs i knew what it is trying to say.

[@yunume]

This is the story of a birdhouse who never got a bird, then grace bestowed him a bird and he ate it. Good birdhouse!

[@letsfuku]

I love this man voice.

[@jacubio]

this bands amazing

[@lemurmilk]

and that my friends is the work of nature

[@makanamozo]

sooo good

[@thomasobrien3865]

If you don't like the video, don't watch it. The songs rocks with or without the music video.

[@JR-hi1ib]

If you don't like the video, watch it again.

[@august0rein]

wow, pretty great to see an ad for Arcade Fire then watch a video by one of the only modern bands to top 'em

[@pimptwob]

for me anyways,i know everyone doesn't feel that same,but for me that's how i feel.

[@Jnel219]

never heard this song but it was exactly what i was looking for!

[@VIPERIGN]

You're all wrong!! It's a reinterpretation of one of Akira Kurusawa's dream sequences from the movie Dreams! It's a movie made up of short films trying to replicate his dreams... This one is a remake of the first one called "sunshine, through the rain".

[@cankat917]

What the fuck does this mean?! jesus.. I hear my sister listening to this day and night and i go to check out the music video and this is what i find? I either had some bad mushrooms before this video or this is just insane. I'm still 'liking' the vid. God knows why...

[@depersonalised]

i don't see what people find so strange about this video. the birdhouses are critics and critical fans. the birds are works of art. in the end the boy graciously offers one to the birdhouse, who devours it. such is the nature of predators, such is the nature of critics.

[@paulmichalski1281]

One.of my.favorite pieces of their work. Maybe it was the place and the time??? Or the Demerol that they hit me with after hip surgery

[@kingeiko]

One of the best videos I ve ever seen Einfach schräg und klasse und genial und schräg

[@Dingodile616]

You're not the only one.

[@letsfuku]

crunchy.

[@ditnopota]

Cool to see the Tuurngait from Penumbra getting some new work.

[@MilquetoastJJ]

I like penumbra

[@tylerbrown3696]

This smashes dark souls

[@TsunogaiDanshaku]

Well, *someone's* seen Akira Kurosawa's Dreams. They even do the same dance!

[@MadamFoogie]

Fox wedding!!

[@suddenlyawetrat2587]

Doctor Zock HOLY FUCKING SHIT YOU'RE RIGHT!

[@Shropsglyn]

Wow. Baby Ming.

[@azsharasmight7142]

alll of modest mouses videos are weird and cool at the same tme

[@mysticjohn4202]

hella good