Noah Kahan - Godlight (Official Lyric Video)

“Godlight" is from Noah’s album, I Was / I Am, stream or download it here: NoahKahan.lnk.to/IWasIAm
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Lyric video design and animation by: Antara Ghosh @hycintho
Lyrics:
There’s no way out of an angry crowd without stepping on some toes
They’ll scream your name till the lights go out then they feed you to the wolves
It’s hard to say who you’ll be when they let those big red curtains close
You know this
Cuz you told me so
I bet you forgot
Black heels in the summertime
Dad’s bad cooking though you’d be polite
Honey now you got a look that I don’t recognize
You pulled me aside
And you said
To know me
Is to hate me
Is to hate what I’ve become
It’s to watch me
As I’m falling
From that ladder’s last rung
It’s to feel it
Like a secret
You can’t keep in
I’m not the way I was
I’m not the way I was
Were you freed within, did you leave your skin?
Are you tethered in your doubt?
Have you breathed it in till it’s medicine that you cannot live without?
Cuz you came back home a fuckin’ alien and we’re stuck here on the ground
Call your mom back kid before the high comes down
Cuz you forgot
Black heels in the summertime
Dirt road smoking on a Friday night
Honey now you got a look that I don’t recognize
You pulled me aside and you said
To know me
Is to hate me
Is to hate what I’ve become
It’s to watch me
As I’m falling
From that ladder’s last rung
It’s to feel it
Like a secret
You can’t keep in
I’m not the way I was
I’m not the way I was
But to feel it
To see it
The look in all their eyes
Is to breathe in
To be in
The good grace of that Godlight
To have it in your hands
The one thing you wanted all your life
“It’s all mine”
It’s a hole I can’t fill
It’s a curse I can’t break
And I gave my soul to it
And it cannot be reclaimed
I was younger then
I was younger then
I was young
To know me
Is to hate me
Is to hate what I’ve become
It’s to watch me
As I’m falling
From that ladder’s last rung
It’s to feel it
Like a secret
You can’t keep in
I’m not the way I was
I’m not the way I was
But to feel it
To see it
The look in all their eyes
Is to breathe in
To be in
The good grace of that Godlight
It’s to have it in your hands
The one thing you wanted all your life
“It’s all mine”
And to feel it
To see it
The look in all your eyes
Is to breathe in
To be in
The good grace of this Godlight
It’s to have it
In your hands
The one thing I wanted my life
It’s all mine

[@sumph1]

An unexpected but VERY WELCOME drop

[@twodegreesofbyron1073]

My first time hearing him. Such a gift!

[@trixiealysson3188]

damn he's a top tier lyricist

[@Meowgsdow]

For sure

[@farazamjad72]

Can’t he make bad songs?😂 I’ve been his fan since 4 years and every song I listen is fucking amazing!

[@bodinyatucker-fernando561]

AGREED!!

[@lamiswardinator6696]

Cant agree more

[@raishea2460]

I’ve been a fan for 2 years and I still can’t pick a favorite but this might be it. It’s soooo good

[@ladylouise5301]

Same Here I fell in love 4 year's ago 🎼🌈

[@anagiannasi5791]

I was about to comment the same thing. I always play his new songs like "hm, will this one be good too?" like i needed to ask. They're always amazing

[@EdenLangMusic]

As a musician myself, I relate. Sometimes we work so hard to climb the ladder of success only to find it was up the wrong wall. Even after we "make it" we still feel so empty and hollow inside as before, realizing that our wildest dreams were not enough to quench the hole. People may gather around at the foot of the ladder cheering you on as you reach the top, only to find us fall off to our demise. So many people are being cancelled because of human error, but it was never our place to be in the "Godlight" in the first place. Only God can fill the gaping hole inside many of us creatives hearts, and as we let Him fill us we can shine that light to everyone else. If we ever step into the Godlight, we let ourselves and others down because it was never meant to be shown on sinful mortals anyway. In short, people should praise God not us.

[@keiraubalde3317]

Wow, this.✊🏻

[@anxious_potato8585]

Wow i needed to read this.

[@erzpalo3367]

agree!

[@buttermoth5861]

God doesn’t exist + cope + that’s not even what the song’s about, Noah isn’t even Christian lmao 🥴🤧

[@buttermoth5861]

@@Naham00 alright firstly; I’d searched as well and didn’t find anything, secondly; I already knew the abrahamic god is the same across the religions, though it’s pretty obvious that Eden is Christian as she covers explicitly Christian music lmao. Maybe stop being such a condescending asshole with your whole “Christ is knocking on your heart 🥺🥺🥺” and more people would actually believe in the insane convoluted bs which is called the Bible.

[@mogadeet.]

Can't believe I'm here so early, im so proud of this achievement and SO PROUD OF NOAH KAHAN

[@remedy82]

This whole song is my anthem on leaving behind mormonism, republicanism, etc. and feeling the friction between me and my friends who are still very much in those camps.

[@sweaterclaws]

i swear to god he never fails to make me cry tf

[@SkylarConover]

Right??

[@infjpisces]

🥺”I’m not the way I was” But I’m glad I got to experience you all my life.

[@nadeeshaperera4892]

I thought initially that he was talking about a sister who got kinda famous, and then he went and got really famous. But songfacts says that he's singing to an older version of himself. Makes sense. What a beautifully executed original concept.

[@hotcocowh0re-576]

who else is early to this masterpiece?

[@divineblood3068]

👋

[@Idontknow-xx9wt]

Kinda...?

[@avinashgivane4482]

Do I count?

[@madalinacristea8378]

P

[@wtf9357]

Here

[@kinassasomething1330]

when i'm listening to a Noah Kahan song for the first time there are only two options: crying or goosebumps. Never a bad song

[@chantheman331]

Been listening to you for the past 4 years, can’t wait to see you live in Salt Lake City!

[@estrelladelgado7182]

NOAH THIS IS A MASTERPIECE

[@JamesCDavid]

So beautiful, really amazing,I also do music too with little Subscribers to share it with,if you have some free time, check it out

[@laurencecote6156]

Yes

[@amtheweatherman]

REAL

[@quinceyclouds3208]

I love this. The build up throughout the song is amazing, and that bridge is so different but absolutely incredible

[@haleyharig5180]

This man could sing the same word over and over for an entire song and I’d fall in love with it

[@eilonwy2]

When i listen to your songs i realize Ive never had an original thought EVER. how do you just take my feelings and put them into words all the time???? I'm so mad at how good this is ugh-

[@bodinyatucker-fernando561]

The other day I heard this on the radio, I have never been so happy! Soo proud of you Noah!!!!

[@gracec.]

which radio station?

[@bodinyatucker-fernando561]

I think it was Sirius xm

[@NoahKahanBrasil]

We're so lucky to be alive at the same time as Noah Kahan.

[@samantha-janembangani335]

Is it just me who thinks Noah writes for me. Every song relates with what I'm currently experiencing or feeling coincidentally. 😥😥

[@paulasalazar2093]

I remember the first time he sang this on an instagram live and I'm SO stoked that it's out as a full production. So proud of you Noah and can't wait to see you live in Atlanta (and not just on insta) 💚💚💚

[@clouddueitt6577]

I just found this song 2 days ago. I’ve had it on repeat ever since. This song hits every single feeling I’ve ever needed to feel. Has officially eclipsed my favorite music of all time

[@patriciahigh1310]

I just found it a few weeks ago. Masterpiece!

[@XD.crickett]

notice how every song from him is amazing?

[@patriciahigh1310]

I did in fact notice that.

[@PenguinsAreLoveable]

so frickin proud of u noah this is incredible

[@JamesCDavid]

He's such an inspiration,I also do music too with little Subscribers to share it with,if you have some free time, check it out

[@christinan6022]

i have nothing to say besides stating that this song it so, so beautiful. to me, its that laughing and anxiety feeling that wraps you in a hug

[@_alko]

Every song Noah Kahan makes is moving... he honestly can't write a bad song and I am grateful

[@SaucyCheeseburgerwithRanch]

Bruh this caught me by surprise I was waiting for Dominoes by Anson Seabra and got the notification I was torn but I’m gonna listen to it now. Edit: BOP AS USUAL! Love it

[@alexiafulga6094]

SAME!!! I just listened to Dominoes and then this popped up in my recommandations and I saw it was posted the same time as Dominoes and I was like : What is this blessing? I don't deserve it :))

[@miauxy_]

It's nice to see people with a great sense of music once in a while

[@kayleyfarber5465]

This is a song I can listen to 10 times in a row and I’ll still push repeat. 🔁 Noah Kahan, thank YOU for blessing this world with your music. I am more than thrilled for the release of your new album. EVERYONE GO PRE-SAVE I WAS / I AM 💛

[@angie9640]

I'm crying so much with this masterpiece. I changed my whole life to achieve my goal but after I did I realized that it turned me to a stranger and it's so HARD to keep up with the people who knew the younger me

[@Kim-zc5fm]

Listenin' to this masterpiece while having a coffee in a dark moody room.

[@katiewiebe512]

Or on an awesome roadtrip

[@cameliaborodi2608]

I don't know how to explain but you are more than a simple singer. You are much more than that. Your lyrics, your voice and everything it's amazing I can't explain.

[@mirandarae7678]

This song is amazing! It gives me goosebumps every time. I just discovered you yesterday, and I am so disappointed I didnt discover your music sooner. I showed my best friend and my mom, now all three of us are going through your songs. Made three new fans today!

[@myakoffie6011]

I am so excited about this song. Noah's art is, as always, beautiful, relatable, and heartwrenching.

[@agatepma.camellar.791]

when they say it's music to my ears, IT'S THIS. THIS HITS RIGHT IN THE GUTS.

[@GabrielaEDimitrova]

There's no way out of an angry crowd Without steppin' on some toes They'll scream your name 'til the lights go out Then they'll feed you to the wolves It's hard to say who you'll be When they let those big red curtains close You know this 'cause you told me so I bet you forgot, black heels in the summertime Dad's bad cookin', though you'd be polite Honey, now you got a look that I don't recognize You pulled me aside and you said To know me is to hate me Is to hate what I've become It's to watch me as I'm fallin' From that ladder's last rung It's to feel bad, like a secret you can't keep in I'm not the way I was I'm not the way I was Were you freed within, did you leave your skin? Are you tethered in your doubt? Have you breathed it in 'til it's medicine That you cannot live without? 'Cause you came back home a fuckin' alien And we're stuck here on the ground Call your mom back, kid Before the high comes down 'Cause you forgot Black heels in the summertime Dirt road smoking on a Friday night Honey, now you got a look that I don't recognize You pulled me aside and you said To know me is to hate me Is to hate what I've become It's to watch me as I'm fallin' From that ladder's last rung It's to feel bad, like a secret you can't keep in I'm not the way I was I'm not the way I was But to feel it, to see it The look in all their eyes Is to breathe in, to be in The good grace of that Godlight It's to have it in your hands The one thing you wanted all your life It's all mine It's a hole I can't fill It's a curse I can't break And I gave my soul to it And I cannot be reclaimed I was younger then I was younger then I was young To know me is to hate me Is to hate what I've become It's to watch me as I'm fallin' From that ladder's last rung It's to feel bad, like a secret you can't keep in I'm not the way I was I'm not the way I was But to feel it, to see it The look in all their eyes Is to breathe in, to be in The good grace of that Godlight It's to have it in your hands The one thing you wanted all your life It's all mine And to feel it, to see it The look in all your eyes Is to breathe in, to be in The good grace of this Godlight It's to have it in your hands It's the one thing I wanted all my life It's all mine

[@TheaSpeedy92]

Another beyond better song. Loved it. This man is amazing he deserves more recognition

[@Meowgsdow]

Absolutely beautiful

[@lorena8418]

Such a beautiful song. AND THE LYRICS OMG SOOO PERFECT

[@OC-hq9hz]

So far this album's been great. A great mix of more mainstream pop, and that unique Noah Kahan mix from the soul.

[@anshj2833]

Wooooooooooooooooooooooooowwww goose bumps

[@tydangles13]

What an amazing feeling when that light shines in. All glory to the Lord Above

[@fallenaxios1090]

Wow, how is it that Noah Kahan invented perfection with this song? I’ve never been so moved by a song the instant it started playing. That second verse though 💙💙💙

[@KevinEMcCord2282]

Waiting for the day he gets all the respect and praise he deserves

[@gel2795]

Noah Kahan.... its, its always your lyrics.... it pierces thru every listener's hearts -- in one way or another...

[@marianabarbosa8575]

Você é incrível cara 😁😁🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷❤❤

[@D23872]

You know it's going to be another masterpiece before the song even starts.

[@EnderPengu]

your voice gives me the chills (comfort), I love your voice and I'm jealous of it.

[@rishikachowdhury6690]

Can’t stop listening to this amazing song ❤️

[@stefyguereschi]

NOAH KAHAN CON QUESTA CANZONE SI GUARDA DENTRO DI SÈ COME IL SUCCESSO L'HA CAMBIATO È una canzone Straordinaria che approfondisce le lotte per l'identità personale, la fama e la ricerca dei SOGNI ' Noah Kahan nelle sue canzoni ha la capacità di catturare emozioni complesse, Geniale come artista e narratore"👏👏👏

[@hannahahle]

Impeccable artistry with this one

[@presliaustin1632]

So flipping proud of him. He deserves every happiness. Love u noah

[@soniafantini]

So true I asso gave u your first like😂❤😊

[@iferg7977]

I never get tired of listening to Noah Kahan

[@mattmaca]

It takes an honest man to not only see but admit to his own faults. It takes a man of humility to change and do something about it. I hope you have the chance to repair those relationships one day. Beautiful song, loving it NK. 💚✌️

[@strugproductions]

Another banger! I can't stop listening to your songs, they're amazing in every way

[@Patrick4HD]

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! 😍 😍😍 😍 😍 🎶🎶 🎶

[@jimmywilliams525]

This song deserves another 2 million plays. Incredible

[@hazzer5466]

this song is amazing - he manages to create a very specific sentiment and portray a story unique to him yet communicate it perfectly through his incredible songs.

[@kanegriffey502]

If you don’t listen to Noah Kahan, we can’t meet in real life

[@leahmariee3240]

I love you Noah, almost as much as I love your music; that’s saved me SO many times!😌💛

[@kcjean9883]

This is and will always be my favorite song of yours ✨💖 but i love all of your music.. it brings such peace to my soul. Thank you eternally Noah 🙏🫶

[@kristaljenkins5702]

HIS MUSIC IS AMAZING - I have not been disappointed with a single song. I hope everyone has the blessing of hearing his songs and how they make you feel.

[@humbertopantoja9597]

Man I just love Noah Kahan, each song is so amazing

[@Mariajosea27]

I think this is one of the best songs of Noah vocally and melodically. It touched me. Thanks for existing, Noah

[@mistertaco9072]

I love when there are no dislikes

[@LyleLane]

Noah killed it again! Very underated! Hes amazing and love all his songs!

[@florence3629]

You and anson release a song at the same time?? Im living in heaven

[@SaucyCheeseburgerwithRanch]

Ikr same

[@CadPlaysMC]

Noah This song is actually a banger. So good. Been loving the music recently

[@anxious_potato8585]

Loveeee this. I’m obsessed. Relate to this masterpiece a lot. Never stop making music Noah.

[@josephineclarissa]

I hope this dude knows how many songs of him save my life again and again. Dude I'm suicidal since 2019 and it's 2021 and I'm still alive thanks to this dude's songs. And youtube algorithm back then.

[@nikiv6248]

I am proud of you!

[@angie9640]

I wish my mom could understand english so I can send her this maybe then she'll understand me a bit

[@jocelynparkhurst5748]

I waited a whole month for this to come out. I’m crying I’m so happy right now.

[@victorvandort4877]

Beautiful, the sorrow and agony at the beginning but it somehow rebuilds and fixes your heart as it unfolds.

[@s4br4mb1]

I'm crying...i'm in love with this song🥲 You can't make a bad song. Every song you made is perfect.

[@rodri.vn-]

Que tranquilidad me da la musica de este tipo, es genial

[@lorenalopez1366]

Pienso lo mismo

[@niqqomarincs]

@@lorenalopez1366 hacen linda pareja

[@lorenalopez1366]

._. k???

[@niqqomarincs]

@@lorenalopez1366 se los ve felices juntos, les deseo éxitos y que tengan una relación sana

[@rodri.vn-]

@@niqqomarincs gracias sjdjajsj

[@McKuria]

Anybody got Noah's contacts...I'm in love😪😭😭❤️❤️❤️

[@jessiie1444]

17k views, 17 hours ago. Thank you for Noah for my angel numbers!

[@nia.j]

AHHHH, IT'S FINALLY OUT 😭😭😭

[@HAPPY-ev4kx]

His songs are poems that received a voice

[@gabrielearle9378]

One of my fave artists. Hasn't made a bad song yet. And I know that time won't ever come. Keep up the good work Noah. I hope to see you in concert some day.

[@Rain-tc6gn]

chills. absolutely beautiful

[@via_abbott]

I love this. So excited for the next album☺️

[@kyleduplessis4601]

I didn't expect to get a new favorite song today

[@doloreschermontathelie]

This kind of quiet music gives you a tune-up at this stressful time of pandemic, it really helps with emotional distraction. Awesome.

[@PenguinsAreLoveable]

having the ticket suggestion pop up for my favorite venue on one of your vids of arguably your best song is such an amazing feeling. cant wait to see you!!! and hear godlight live!!!!!

[@nickfaraci94]

damn. this man can do no wrong. I'm starting to think we won't be able to keep him a secret for too much longer.

[@kavirod5911]

¿¡Hay algo que este hombre no haga bien?! Cada canción me lleva a un lugar que me provoca tranquilidad e Incertidumbre del "¿que vendrá después?" Lo que hace es arte, esto, todo vale la pena.

[@mattmaca]

Originally I was thinking 'the look in all their eyes' was referring to those back home realising he's changed but not saying anything. Listening again....and again(my fav song now) it sounds like it's the audience contributing to that high whilst he stands in the godlight. What do you guys think? Stay safe all.✌️

[@brainheartofficial]

I swear on day I will collaborate with Noah!!! We will make an amazing song together 😇

[@flamingwaffle55]

the skill in the creation of these lyrics is crazy

[@haileyfazbear7664]

This is such a good song

[@wiziarmy4879]

How are these lyrics so good???? im like 30 seconds into the vid and I feel like crying... they are so beautiful TT I'm so grateful that I found his music last year... every song is so beautiful I don't have words :')))

[@oliviagabriel3233]

NOAH! You constantly amaze me 😢🥺❤🌻

[@joharenisalicea3887]

This song is amazing!! May you always be under beautiful lights Noah!! Thank you for sharing your work with us

[@bivitoVtuber]

good song

[@erushmiekarunaratne2887]

Such a beautiful song

[@trillbreez]

So underrated. Blessings 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@ai4627]

Noah Kahan's voice and song warm my heart a lot

[@shawnmiller6856]

Noah Kahan the music you make is nothing short of magnificent

[@soffielife]

So beautiful...It's melt my heart.♥

[@raquelitar2443]

Amazinnnnggg!!!

[@reemfaisal4603]

omg i woke up feeling bad , then i saw this !!! I CALL THIS THE BEST MORNING EVERRRR