Maggie Rogers: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

[@nprmusic]

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[@pannaleabodnar2292]

wish it weren't only for US residents though

[@jacobtherrien]

I missed it again.

[@shawncicalese8056]

Ask Pvris or Sincere Engineer to play, or even bring back Becca and her UK band MARMOZETS( roadrunner records)

[@NicoleThon]

How about Jack Savoretti? I am sure it will be an amazing Tiny Desk concert!!

[@m_0863]

Magic in your ears!

[@dsroaddogg]

I lost my wife and pup this fall in a car accident - Maggie, I ended up on this video one night out of the blue. You gave me a second wind to keep going and not give up, so please know that you're inspirational.

[@lukeherren5171]

You got this.

[@johnshook3341]

dsroaddogg I’m very sorry for your loss. truly. It hurts to hear. Keep on trucking brother, we are all here to laugh love bleed and cry together

[@robertfrost8264]

Head up, brother. There's so much beautiful art you have left to discover, if this stuff helps you! Sending love from somewhere else in the world!

[@Zoe-rf3ly]

love and light to you.

[@jolo2331]

🧡❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@biancamari9729]

Maggie for tiny desk in 2024 please!!

[@tobiasflames5877]

yesssss

[@Pluralofvinylisvinyls]

no

[@gageiiiiitttt]

Her charisma is somewhere between chill and pure joy.

[@stephaniehalovanic9591]

well said

[@AccAkut1987]

One Alaskan Luna Lovegood

[@eddiewhelan1865]

This makes absolutely no sense

[@DonnieBrasco-dy9yd]

I don't think you know what charisma means...

[@AcornFox]

Eddie Whelan lmao I had exactly the same reaction

[@theycoming2clash610]

Whoever mixed this audio deserves a spot in heaven. This is simply beautiful

[@EricG-bv2ui]

This guy Josh Rogosin kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2Gak3xrp99pfLs kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWivZpaCpsmFrac

[@asergfadffasdf2926]

Eric G straight to heaven. Row 36F, in flight meals included

[@skinnyllama420]

Audio Engineer: Josh Rogosin

[@MattPMc]

The real hero here!

[@arikorosz1]

Couldn't agree more

[@coletteremie]

I moved to Alaska for veterinary medical school 2 years ago, all alone, leaving everyone I love in New York City, and this song kept coming up in my automatically generated KZbin playlists. It sounded so familiar to me, and I realized it was a song my best friend used to play all the time when I was at his apartment. But I never knew the name, because she never says it in the song. One day this fall I was walking through the forest, super recently after moving back to Alaska, ecstatic to be following my dreams but so deeply missing everyone I love, jamming out to this and I finally had the hindsight to actually look up the name of this song that I love so much. When I saw that it was called Alaska I started crying

[@carolinamarin7436]

what a beutiful moment

[@djdollase]

Wow. Loves me some synchronicity!

[@madds6766]

Wow, how beautiful

[@malloryschoenberg683]

This just gave me chills omg.

[@accuser_of_the_brethren7816]

Serendipity can be extremely affirming, especially when you're at a crossroads or right after a major life event. It's as if fate reassures us we're on the right track. Hope you're still following your dreams and sending nothing but good vibes your way.

[@annadelrosario9037]

This is a person who has found herself And is continuing to do so

[@kaizenweisz2120]

And in doing so helps others to find themselves, myself blissfully included 😊❤

[@rishabhbose29]

I did today. Like 10 mins ago. Better late than never eh!!

[@mcg3459]

Little easter egg / nugget for the viewers here that I haven't seen mentioned in the video or any of its comments: the book on the table next to Maggie Rogers titled "Meet Me in the Bathroom" is a compilation of interviews released by music journalist Lizzy Goodman. Maggie Rogers her freshman year at NYU interned for Goodman, and its Maggie Rogers herself that transcribed most of these interviews for Goodman so that the book could be made. Guess it all comes full circle after a while.

[@1Ma9iN8tive]

Matthew Gross - epic connection

[@seyi.taylor]

That's... Wow!

[@jordanbeeker7333]

God is good

[@gingerdude55]

easter nugget?

[@binxbee88]

Whoa that’s amazing

[@allimc5975]

She's said that growing up, she could only find guys to play with, and she never felt included or heard when playing with them, so she started making tracks on her own. It made me smile when the chorus hit and showed her in front of a band of guys playing her song.

[@flowersafeheart]

Gosh I can relate to that, have been frustrated when men overpower and dominate musically and also sometimes in conversations. Am sure not all do of course but it happened enough times that I have some frustration about it.

[@tomiwaaina5499]

awww she sounds so nervous when she talked but sang so confidently

[@rockyevans1584]

Haha it's great, love that

[@erinberglund4099]

this is one of my favorite tiny desks EVER

[@OnScreenKhemistry]

Listening to Maggie’s music is a spiritual experience.

[@melindamata1147]

Very Nicely Put

[@chuchuchuchia]

This version of On+Off is so much better and pure beauty

[@simeonminchev5255]

Welcome to NPR Music :D

[@laurenrobinson4440]

I would love to see Maggie perform live. She is so real, raw, and talented.

[@Reem-hf3qv]

I teared up the second it started playing tbh

[@emilywong8111]

probably the best version

[@StarKittens]

chuchuchuchia I agree. It’s the guitar.

[@LtZacFighter]

0:00 - On + Off 4:28 - Dog Years 10:05 - Alaska

[@rastcoul4820]

LtZacFighter alaska so amazing

[@ag-zs1wt]

Thank uuuuuu

[@tenkinoko0812]

好人一生平安 🔆 Greetings from Taiwan.

[@Eyeofthetiger69]

This comment should be pinned.

[@小可孩]

Her voice makes me feel like I’m a bird swimming in the sky; a fish flying in the ocean. So bright, so light.

[@yearofthedragonjane]

That is beautiful

[@sizzirup3476]

This a lil Wayne reference? lol

[@aaronvanvorst1394]

Isn’t she amazing? I can’t get enough of her voice it just goes right through ya

[@betheturtle7]

Can I have year dealers number?

[@angel1010gomez]

​@@sizzirup3476he's been the lyrical goat

[@v.i.pdance8903]

i can't really describe it but this genre of music always feels like it's the last period of a great day full of energy

[@yellowhair03]

wow, that's a really beautiful way to put it.

[@michaelkartman3543]

“This is a song about, coming back into your body.. Yeah, okay” This woman is so herself, so pure. A true treasure

[@vevayoung1986]

"this is a song about coming back into your body". alaska has been on repeat for me the last few months, it's so wonderful to hear this stripped down, raw version. I cried big fat tears. I know it's time for me to come back into my body. it's just so hard to move forward.

[@LP-vv6kg]

You’ll do it so gradually you won’t realize it’s happening. You’ll just find yourself ahead of where you were before. It’ll be a lovely surprise.

[@sinjon]

This version of Alaska is straight fire. She’s such a great live performer

[@danielgattuzo3065]

Alaska was better than I could have hoped for. Beautiful.

[@Rainbowbrite10]

This rendition of "Alaska" literally touches my soul. Maggies' voice is as pure and clean as glacier ice water. Voice of an angel.

[@jeweloo8]

I am listening to you for the first time just stumbled on the NPR tiny desk concerts and so glad I did. All the compliments here are on spot! What a talented young lady :)

[@briandavid1355]

She is an angel ❤❤❤

[@defaultname709]

I thought she deserved the Grammy this year and was disappointed. Her songs speak to me so deeply, especially Falling Water after loosing my husband last year. Thank you, Maggie!

[@florianhodam7588]

Hope you’re doing okay. All the best!

[@andygranick]

Agreed. She really should have won that year.

[@randylinley6205]

Wish she would make an acoustic album like this. Incredible voice.

[@charliemkempp]

Notes from the archive : Recordings 2011-2016 by Maggie Rogers is!!!!

[@ShikhaSreenivas]

Need another Maggie Rogers Tiny Desk PLEASE

[@songbird6414]

I don’t even like her kind of music but the way she feels it is so tangible. It’s like she disappears when she sings. She’s such a completely regular looking person but she holds this light that I find so drawing somehow. I love her. Definitely one of the best things 2020 has given me.

[@bfr123456]

Yes! Its like she goes blank and opens the conduit to somewhere else and gets out of the way so something can flow to us

[@Lisa_Evers]

I felt similar, watching her sing. I'd don't know if I'd use the word 'disappears' but...she clearly goes someplace else...someplace more beautiful... full of open blue skies... ;-)

[@lexthanexpected]

such a difference between her singing and talking voice

[@mitchelljensen5527]

Same with Phoebe Bridgers.

[@drodge72]

I think its weird when people have the same singing and speaking voice. Alicia keys is an example.

[@GrimReacts]

Can't get enough of this. One of my favorite artist finds of 2017.

[@danaugustine9653]

So reminicent of a young Joni Mitchell! Nice young Lady!

[@barbarahully8257]

Cruxal me too

[@natefuller4258]

One of my favorite artist finds of 2018!

[@LibertyOrBust]

Do we say "artist finds" now that the word "discover" has been blacklisted? haha

[@kickinitwithjess]

shes so natural and has such a beautiful voice!! Shes been my new favorite singer right now

[@indeestar1111]

This version of Alaska at the end all slow and minimal made me cry like a baby!!! Rewinded it so I could cry again. I'd love to be friends and sing in harmony with such a beautiful soul.

[@atyaiatin]

Indee 12:58 YAAAASSS

[@chuchuchuchia]

Close eyes, cry, smile, enjoy

[@BKJ86]

Indee I cry every time I hear Alaska. I cried when she played it for Pharrell on the masterclass. It speaks to a part of us that we never want to lose touch with...so much of her music does that for me.

[@philipgardiner2003]

A Star is Born…. and look at today! She owned the stage at Lollapalooza. ❤

[@JimHinCO]

Would love to have seen that! Have been following her for nearly 8 years.

[@evelaird2666]

This version of Alaska is exactly how it should be on the album, completely captures the ache of getting over a real love

[@Fatcat5113]

Why is this 7 years old and still makes me tear up today. Incredible.

[@PiperAndMe]

same 🫶 I wasn't expecting it either. I haven't seen it in a while and it hit me hard.

[@j.johnson7891]

There's something in that office that brings out the best performances of these artists

[@ACoupleStoners]

She has an amazing falsetto.

[@chuchuchuchia]

SHE'S SO PURE AND GENUINE AND NICE

[@billdoty6438]

Just discovered you Maggie recently and so glad I did. Beautiful voice and person. Still watching this in 2023❤

[@AcornFox]

Man, I wanna hear Maggie harmonize with Phoebe.

[@awesomeface265]

Yes please. Maybe even with all of boygenius?

[@abbieparker8402]

She would swamp phoebe

[@tiffanysee9125]

she just did go stream iris cover

[@bethanyevans1408]

Boy are you in luck

[@denomava5470]

Wow you predicted future, props to you for manifesting such beautiful collab

[@julieberces2097]

When she opened her eyes after On + Off, it looked like she was genuinely surprised to be back on earth. Where do you go off to when you close your eyes Maggie?

[@alex0589]

Anchorage. prolly?

[@chychywoohoo]

they were closed for like 3 seconds...

[@jasonaspy6322]

one goes to that place...

[@brianmaher22]

00:19

[@zackdell7663]

I love this. I often wonder the same.

[@zzarkS]

This is so genuine and good. I mourn for those commenters missing out on the beautiful and warm feeling Maggie and the gang's performance grants.

[@MATZ302]

mos def :)

[@mitch19852]

She is incredible.

[@fegit9413]

genuinely terrible, i agree. lovin the vibes

[@hotwatermusic_]

Always gotta be one that's holier than thou...

[@fegit9413]

i agree with you, i should change my opinion to match those around me instead of having my own for fear of being called holier than thou. thanks sturgil!!

[@ericallnight]

That version of Alaska - chills

[@michaelbosby4821]

That acoustic version of Alaska is just phenomenal man 🥹

[@danielt93]

I've lost count of how many times I've come back to this video. I love Maggie so much.

[@iveegs5755]

In a time were computers and digital enhancing programs can create an artist, Maggie is truly so refreshing for the soul. I absolutely love her style and the way she can be herself. She could've easily played Alaska, the same way she performed it for Pharrell but...NO... she took it further to a much deeper place. Thank you, Maggie for sharing your story. Please don't become jaded. Enjoy the ride but stay true to yourself. That's what we love.

[@connormalbeuf2074]

Big props to a young lady taking the music industry by storm. She writes, produces and sings almost all of her music. Talent, folks.

[@MrBurleyfish]

Interesting how her voice is what ties the band together . you can even watch the drummer using her voice to keep in sync rather than his drumming to keep the band on beat.

[@barbaravyse660]

The drummer is supposed to follow the singer and other musicians follow the drummer.

[@cookieskreim3743]

She literally takes me to another world. Her music is ecstasy.

[@noodle4pancakes]

I love Maggie Rogers. She writes and performs the music I always wanted to hear and never really existed. Some sort of mix of the nature and sounds of folk and the catch and release of good pop and movement of dance music. It's kind of rare to find music that so encapsulates your soul and spirit

[@yannochcaya]

She sounds just like the records... Damn !! Love her style and voice

[@11mikemm]

I only needed 30 seconds to realize how beautiful and warm was this woman's voice. As always, NPR brings awesome artists.

[@debdeb6750]

her music looks you in the eyes and seeps into your soul to say, "it's gonna be alright. you're safe now"

[@meganschink]

Maggie's voice is so pure. Her music is transcendent.

[@brendanmeliamusic]

I have 50,000 tracks in my music library but i find myself only listening to the same 6 - 7 Tiny desk concerts! The sound, the beauty, the talent.......Thank you NPR

[@brendanmeliamusic]

@Maggie Rogers you are most welcome!

[@brendanmeliamusic]

@Maggie Rogers I'm from ireland Maggie, a long way away!...have you any plans for gigs over here?.....I have to tell you...I was struck by the fragility and purity in your voice...magical...I'm a musician too ...but starting out ....ii'm beginning my career as a vocation rather than a profession! Like a disciple.. not preacher! ....I hope!!!......your vocals and lyrics are so mature and contemplative.....I'm sorry, I'm not trying to flatter or charm!!!.....I'm a bit .starstruck!!....keep making your beautiful music.....the world can aways use more beauty......

[@typeIIfun]

Curious - what are the others you listen to?

[@cl4redon]

"for the pups" i'm crying

[@danielt93]

I didn't get why she said that, although I thought it was cute, and then she started singing Dog Years and I as like: OMG awwww. What a precious girl

[@Orangeforever66778]

AwAh don't ever have to see or hear from you again and I don't listen to Eminem either and I don't know you anymore , I'm so glad!!

[@stanthechanman]

Singin' "Ooooh" because when dogs howl they're actually singing.

[@allysonlincoln8175]

She has a chocolate lab that was on the set of her Alaska video. I adore her.

[@skepto-o-punk8286]

Amazing vocals and songwriting. Her music has a flavor of Carol King in her songwriting. First saw her in that clip with Pharrell gushing over her music that went viral. (The 3rd song performed, now striped down into the most beautiful essence here.) Bought her album when it came out and was not disappointed. However, this Tiny Desk performance may be the best I've seen her. Less production, more of her amazing soulful voice.

[@CitizenDevi]

"Ha.. hi everybody." And that was the second I fell in love. So adorable.

[@bryank.3216]

I just found her music and my goodness, how amazing is she.

[@golden.333]

She sounds like she’s learning how to breathe again in this version of Alaska. So beautiful.

[@emmanueldacostasimon5014]

Crazy how i always come back here when i need confort... hope Maggie understand all the good she's doing through her music.

[@patricktimberman1100]

Does anyone else drunkenly replay this and expect back in my body for the last song. I’ve heard this 100 times and I do it every time. Still a favorite ❤️

[@marieclaireevans]

I’ve watched this so many times over the last 7 years. I’ve listened to all of Maggie’s work and her progression as an artist. What I can say with certainty is that Maggie has the most magical upper register of all time. Chills EVERY TIME when she hits that last Alaska chorus. I love all her work but why won’t she give us the high notes we deserve more often!!!!!

[@PiperAndMe]

yesss I remember when I first showed this performance to a friend she said, "why didn't she go high for the chorus?" and I wanted to yell, "just wait!"

[@katibiza1855]

"Happy Summer". I love her so much.

[@fonsecaten]

Nice voice. Good lyrics... I just enjoy your music

[@atyaiatin]

Alexander Fonseca Sequeira also loving the natural look she's rocking!

[@juliasteinweh-adler5288]

Alexander Fonseca Sequeira the Ron Swanson of comments

[@elisabethd.5402]

Maggie Rogers is a pure example of where talent, hard work, and passion can take you. After attending college and thinking about giving up on her music career, she traveled to Alaska to begin training as an Outdoor guide. Her last song, Alaska was created from her experiences hiking. She was going through heart ache and life ache. Maggie does such an amazing job sending the message that life is beautiful even when it is a mess and everything is going to be ok. It's crazy to think that one of the biggest role models for girls today is a girl full of plastic surgery **cough cough Kylie Jenner cough cough**. Here we have a girl who is so in touch with herself, so naturally beautiful and truly talented. Could you imagine what the world would be like if the music/fashion industry paid more attention to girls like Maggie? I couldn't stand growing up in todays society, the PRESSSURE everyone must feel.. and we wonder why suicide rates in teen girls are at an all time high. Keep doing what you are doing Maggie Rogers. Stay true to yourself. You are a TRUE inspiration to girls young and old. THANK YOU.

[@humanze]

Your are so right Elisabeth, young girls should trade their cell phones in on a backpack or a guitar and get in touch with the real world.

[@rohitkumarz]

Elisabeth D. Thank you for writing this up..

[@tgriff007]

Elisabeth D. what a beautiful comment.

[@benjaminholme2293]

This is an earnest and wholesome comment but it also feels like copypasta // a parody of itself.

[@davel3552]

Give up at 22? That would of been shame to give up on anything when so young. Great new artist

[@lisasmith8170]

I am diggin' Maggie ! Call itsimple, boring yadayada what u like - she delivers it from her soul and beautifully. There is definitely a place for simple straight forward music as this

[@MrEffervescent]

Amen !

[@josedelacruz6904]

I always come back to this version of on + off.

[@ratchl]

She is goals for every single human being on this planet

[@unicorns213]

Became a bigger fan of her music after listening to this performance. Also please invite Matt Corby please!

[@seriousbutfunny2]

Matt Corby! YES!!!

[@ghostie7790]

Matt Corby PLEEAAASE

[@devoutmoon]

FooLlama hella agree

[@newmennium]

Corby!!!

[@nickb442]

Yes yes yes

[@letITbleedThru]

I keep coming back here every few days to change my mood thx you Maggie you saved my life two or three times now..

[@leaguesk00]

letITbleedThru music is a powerful feeling

[@timvogelin8632]

You alright brother?

[@keyahschiffer]

Now that Light On came out, i want hear her sing it live.. goodness!

[@kevinclarke2524]

she performed it on snl :)

[@kaytam6997]

she has this secret little lisp I am terribly in love with. ...and, what a stellar artist.

[@bricecreel4252]

Every difficult moment in the past 6 years I have come back to this video for comfort. Going through a rough heartbreak and Alaska soothes my soul everytime.

[@peytonb2301]

Don't understand all the negative comments on here. Her voice is so unique and beautiful! Love her

[@codyzwick2753]

Peyton B nice voice but not unique

[@stopaskingformyname9386]

there are few negative comments... I dont understand what you mean

[@lancebuttercream9817]

Just don't try to understand lol. And yea I don't even see any negative comments. The word "negative" brings down the vibe for me by itself.

[@Pittsburgh_Kid]

@@codyzwick2753 extremely unique. absolutely stupid comment.

[@kaleysimon5185]

Fantastic.. Just saw Maggie perform at Lollapalooza a few weeks ago. She is an excellent performer who expressed humility and gratitude for her fans and the opportunity to do what she loves most. I hope to get to see her again soon! Great talent!

[@andrewchen2590]

How many people were there? Just wondering if she's popular

[@seun35]

This. was not long enough. Unbelievable talent. Generational.

[@madi_oh]

I used to watch this everyday my senior year of high school & cry about how pretty her & her music is

[@fjellmamma]

She crushes it in the live versions; far more soulful than the produced versions. Wow!

[@Corabeth111]

Love love love the slower tempo of On + Off; it really showcases the strength of Maggie's voice.

[@yannochcaya]

FINALLY !!! she deserves so much to be in NPR tiny desktop ! What a voice and an inspiration

[@yannochcaya]

THANKS Pharrell Williams !

[@MrCliki]

i cried a little...

[@muddyshoes4517]

When we find an artist more connected to their own heart and soul than the need for success, it takes our breath away. It lifts us up. It reminds us of who we are.

[@samdel_o_MTB]

Just discovered her and haven't stopped listening to this video. My goodness. Absolutely phenomenal. Pure and amazing

[@dougaduncan]

Beautiful voice. Singer song writer. If I believed in angels, I'd want them to have Maggie Rogers's voice. Good job Maggie!

[@TadhgTalks]

she is crazy talented, no bells and whistles just raw talent, beautiful voice maggie

[@monii.v]

This version of Alaska is so beautiful 💙

[@rener5399]

This woman is simply sublime…

[@davidcurtis1486]

Wow. This is so good. I listened to the album cuts and this tiny desk is magically so much better. I really like her sitting down and just chill singing.

[@grantingalls709]

I seriously watch this just about once a day. What a beautiful soul and voice.

[@SpecialK199]

Can’t stop listening to the acoustic version of Alaska. What a piece of art that is.

[@alisonhenley1365]

she seems like such a kind-hearted person. i really like her energy.

[@semiliterati]

From the looks of her, in this video, I would have guessed he was still in middle school, but my god does that fall away the moment she starts singing. It's been a few years since I've watched this one, but it suddenly popped in my head, and I was compelled to come back to it. I'm not doing so great these days, and her song writing really does make everything feel a little lighter than it may or may not be.

[@HarleyKinney-c3c]

0:00 - On + Off4:28 - Dog Years10:05 - Alaska. Wish she would make an acoustic album like this. Incredible voice..

[@Milksteakss]

I first heard this version of On+Off before the album one, and the latter feels like it was label-adapted to be a radio song. This acoustic version is clearly the way it is meant to be played. Just a beautiful song

[@victorybase5847]

Some of the most beautiful music I’ve ever heard. It sounds like her heart is singing. And breaking. And loving. That was like a gift, thank you Maggie & Co. A humble & grateful artist in a land of brutally selfish takers. I hope you manage to stay this pure & beautiful.

[@stephaniemegann]

YES finally, this girl is so talented.

[@MartinmcmahonMcmahon]

Her speaking voice is beautiful too ❤😊

[@soccerrox75]

first time i full on bawled to a tiny desk. good god

[@MiggyXP]

Anyone else remember her for making pharrel cry? If you haven't seen the video, look up music student brings pharrel to tears. She has a bright future in music.

[@David-vu1xq]

Anyone else ever realize that that is actually a pretty big desk.

[@EricG-bv2ui]

hahaha

[@hobbiesaremyhobby]

BTW the desk in question would be the audio desk/ console/ mixer. Not a ton of inputs= stripped down instrumentation or creative mic technique

[@jeremysmith9694]

It's more of a big desk tiny concert. But I don't think it's saying tiny desk. It's saying desk concert that's tiny. The concert is tiny. It's tiny, DESK CONCERT :)

[@benschebella673]

Holy shit

[@internetmoths]

Nah, it’s a Tiny Ass Desk™️

[@tubaboy1011]

Why can’t I like this more than once?

[@inesbg3514]

She sounds special and so comfortable thanks for that

[@mayobocaroline8175]

I am honored to witness and listen to this. Yes in 2024❤. Thank you Maggie