Olivia Dean - Slowly (Official Video)

For when it’s hard to be soft
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Lyrics:
Down in Margate, had a sip of you
And it went straight to my head
I could have opened up, cried and almost been myself
But I took the piss instead
I find it hard
Hard to be soft
Stop staying I’m perfect
Coz clearly I’m not
Just need to catch
Catch my breath
Go slowly, slowly
I know you’re not supposed to know me
But I only see it when you show me
Slowly
I’ll have to teach you how to hold me
So go on, hold me
Remember when you called us both a cab
And forgot you had your bike
And the whole way home
I thought how’s he keeping up with me
He must be really into me
As I fight
The urge to fly
I find it hard
Hard to be soft
Stop staying I’m perfect
Clearly I’m not
Just need to catch
Catch my breath
Go slowly, slowly
I know you’re not supposed to know me
But I only see it when you show me
Slowly
I’ll have to teach you how to hold me
So go on, hold me
And maybe I’ll be fine this time
And I’ll let you see me in the light
Yeah, maybe I’ll be fine

[@southchild_]

How is she not more popular?? Her voice and visuals are stunning, she has me shook ❤️

[@thecfbutcher1174]

Because the idiots want grime, attitude, and nothing else. Real music is just too much for them.

[@mathewward8120]

song is bland.

[@wolfiethedog76]

It's because of corporate owned radio and its shutting out of talent on the airways for what sells.

[@anusarai90]

Time will come too

[@Azzyy444]

@@mathewward8120 ur an old white man shut the fuck up

[@FrancescaConsta]

Can’t wait til Olivia Dean blows up. She’s so good yet so underrated 🤎

[@blameiton9512]

Her blowing up is kinda impossible 🙂 incredible singers are lowkey. The world playlist is generated 💔😑 that's why you'll find weird artists on billboard charts for more than a decade

[@ziziphofikizolo6173]

she's underrated and it breaks my heart😪

[@HristinaNicole]

@@blameiton9512 Nah for example Amy Winehouse was huge everywhere ND she influenced this girl here

[@blameiton9512]

@@HristinaNicole you have a point 🙂

[@ahmedabdulhameed8039]

When she looked up into the camera. Her gaze pierced my soul. You're the best thing to happen to our generation, we're truly blessed to be witnessing you master your craft.

[@EAntonioHDEZ]

That’s true, you connect to her so deep!

[@rosh7379]

go on ahmed son tame the tiger

[@jayd.o.t]

@@rosh7379😄 100%👏 👏

[@tobatolu3779]

@@exulansis2041 same here

[@rosiecheeks.k]

@@rosh7379 🤣🤣 but facts lol

[@realnamejalen]

you can’t save me from what I’m personally going through with your music, but you’re the brightest star in my cloudy night sky

[@vt4886]

I want this to be popular and I don't want it to be popular. What a gem.

[@jeremymbiba]

Your writing is incredible, I’m always in awe!

[@HristinaNicole]

She stated Amy Winehouse as her influence on writing

[@jeremymbiba]

@@HristinaNicole I love that! I aspire to write like that, clearly I need to study some Amy Winehouse haha

[@HristinaNicole]

@@jeremymbiba yeah I also write rap songs but Amy Winehouse is one of favorite singers and I really love how she wrote her songs and put strong emotions when she sang.

[@kauannarogerio3568]

I am ADDICTED to this song omfg

[@onwababuzani9377]

There was no need for me to find this song at 2am, on a Wednesday morning... Then end up crying and relating to it. Beautiful song. Beautiful voice. Beautiful visuals.

[@Charlotte-rf5et]

This is a masterpiece

[@bigpancho22]

A tiny desk concert with her would bring tears to eyes

[@dexzy7]

1:55 that look 🥺😩

[@Lifeof_MoniqueTobias]

This woman. This voice 😭

[@emmalakin4311]

this song feels like an autumn afternoon and I love it

[@emmajorro8632]

She's written what's in my heart.

[@angelapierce619]

KZbin, recommendations, Olivia's voice, writing, music, beauty... I'm blessed

[@petercurrie8047]

I love how she captured my life in song.❤ she really is the complete artist so very good. The world needs these songs it just doesn't realise it yet...I guess we're the trendsetters huh.❤🎉 beautiful.

[@beatsbyplexus]

such a lovely song, the writing is amazing. She deserves a lot of recognition.

[@Renvaar1989]

This needs views in the millions, it's stunning, song and visuals

[@NightLight99999]

The hook in this song is so beautiful it's maddening

[@cmkilcullen8176]

She's not more popular because she doesn't have that juvenile high pitched out of tune fake intonation voice. She has a natural womanly, warm, soulful good singing voice. She is wonderful. I do not know much about her, but I bet she will blow up (if she has not already...again ... I don't know much about her) In Europe before here.

[@LayzMusiq]

LOVE THIS RIGHT HERE 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@milenesantos464]

your music touches my soul very intensely. your voice is one of the most beautiful I've ever heard! I'm grateful to the algorithm for introducing me to your songs! your work is amazing, i hope you are very successful! this clip + the song were perfect!

[@naomi_grace8002]

This video is so natural. No fake costumes and stage props. Just an amazing artist with a piano. Inspiring.

[@blaser255]

She’ hasn’t blown up because she hasn’t sold her soul to Hollywood. Such a beautiful angelic voice

[@mishabo4290]

This is making me feel things😭😭 how is she not more famous

[@timdelaney95]

I don't know what to say, everything you put out is phenomenal! I have been following your music for a while now, and I can't wait to show your work to some of my music students. You've moved me, and I know you're going to inspire and empower some young girls who need it. Amazing job. Keep it up!

[@paulhefferman8203]

A beautiful soul. When we swimmimg against the universal currents, theres alway angels singing,guiding us through the depths.

[@Mellow_BSA]

*This is the the type of artist that deserves the spotlight!*

[@BentzensEmporium]

Absolutely love this ladies music, her voice is amazing.

[@antoinettepierce3330]

LOVE

[@HanakuKen]

Olivia you are the best

[@Galaxymusic20]

Going to listen to this for rest of day

[@akaSleepyMonday]

I have no idea why but this makes me so emotional

[@rybaker29]

Underrated! Her voice is next level

[@noahvd3594]

I got goosebumps all over! What a beautiful voice, what a beautiful song❤

[@bhavanasv]

Beautiful composition, Olivia. Minimal yet so effective, coming straight from the heart and reaching exactly where it should. Immensely moving! Your choice of words and the visuals is so relatable. And, the way you stared in the camera for few moments and then closed your eyes to sing those verses, it wasn't a slow burner anymore but a ballad by then. I hope your voice reaches to most distant places and touches many more hearts in it's journey, in the way it has moved mine. ❤️

[@linaxcq]

This is my favourite Olivia Dean song. I love them all but there is just something about the lyrics in this one. I managed to see her live a couple of week ago in London and she was amazing live! Would love to go again.

[@gussy1964]

Olivia just thank you, thank you !! ❤❤❤❤

[@RaineBaljaks]

LYRICS Down in Margate, had a sip of you And it went straight to my head I could have opened up, cried and almost been myself But I took the piss instead I find it hard Hard to be soft Stop staying I'm perfect 'Cause clearly I'm not Just need to catch Catch my breath Go slowly, slowly I know you're not supposed to know me But I only see it when you show me Slowly I'll have to teach you how to hold me So go on, hold me Remember when you called us both a cab And forgot you had your bike And the whole way home I thought how's he keeping up with me He must be really into me As I fight The urge to fly I find it hard Hard to be soft Stop staying I'm perfect Clearly I'm not Just need to catch Catch my breath Go slowly, slowly I know you're not supposed to know me But I only see it when you show me Slowly I'll have to teach you how to hold me So go on, hold me Go slowly, slowly I know you're not supposed to know me But I only see it when you show me Slowly I'll have to teach you how to hold me So go on, hold me And maybe I'll be fine this time And I'll let you see me in the light Yeah, maybe I'll be fine Source: Musixmatch

[@aimeecurtis2221]

This song I listened to whilst pregnant, it reminds me of my lost baby and it forever will- it’s soul-wrenching and yet the most heart-warming thing I’ve ever heard ❤️

[@dwaynearthur7046]

Vocals and Piano are solid . A perfect example of Less is more . I am floored!!.

[@alycasillas1316]

and when she does become more popular may she never lose her beautiful authenticity

[@jamieoz6610]

Never came across this till tonight tbh and vocals are mesmerising. On point 👌👌

[@tereruggiu]

ouffff 😣 so fkin goooood

[@vimukatsharma5496]

This is what I want from my youtube algorithm ❤️❤️

[@MarkBakerOnYouTube]

I only discovered Olivia recently when I saw her on The Graham Norton show. OMG, what a massive talent. I am in love.

[@Yashema]

I discovered you and your music earlier this year and your art has constantly been on heavy rotation, as will this song. 🥺 You're absolutely my favourite find of the year. Keep making music from the soul and for the soul Miss Olivia Dean. ❤

[@RealityBoat]

these cord changes are super refreshing, im not gonna analysis it now but damn 0:43 that would usually resolve to a major on that 3rd chord but it sounds like a diminished? i could be wrong though

[@Indego2006]

Just what i thought

[@AnnasiaJohnson.]

i’m in love.

[@gabriellekerpe4956]

This is going on repeaaaat

[@atxoovodr]

beautiful, the blue tint that subtly comes in throughout the video is such a nice touch. metaphor. i forever have my fingers crossed for a khordelia collab

[@maryamszi]

I love her voice !!!

[@alainadacosta1222]

Wow ~ the simplicity of just her voice and piano makes it hit even harder

[@wojtekhappywarrior1]

So beautiful

[@brianarroyo8579]

Found u recently, damn I'm obsessed with your music ❤❤❤❤

[@KyleJetter97]

Watching this 2 years later and still so good. Just realized that this was the first song I listened to of yours, up now to the new album everything is good. Love it all, visuals, voice, and everything

[@carloselvira556]

Marvellous Oliva. Kisses from Madrid. Looking forward for your concerts here

[@celine2268]

SHE JUST GETS BETTER EVERYTIME

[@rerioliveira]

In a serious commitment to replay! ❤️

[@sheffnyrofan]

Recently came across this artist . Amazing depth both lyrically and musically for a 21 year old . Every piece I have unearthed is amazing ❤️❤️🙏

[@iampreacherx2599]

Masterpiece.

[@ILOVEYOUABBY]

& still going

[@yasmina_aa]

pls someone make an instrumental version so I can cover this song T-T She is too good for this world, hope she blows up because she is beyond talented.

[@maryamszi]

I keep coming back to this !

[@anysa9617]

I just found this song today and it sounds so ethereal! I am addicted to this song now 💖

[@ragsriches8213]

She has such a beautiful voice.

[@razansamkari3486]

Ok I am in loveeee

[@daydreamerinnit]

EVERYONE needs to watch this and listen to your music you have an insane talent that needs some true appreciation 🤍

[@grace-yc7vb]

so raw

[@happyholidays9071]

I remember when I stumbled upon Billie and finneas in 2017 wondering how tf were they not blowing up and then blinking and not even a year later they went from preforming at Baltimore soundstage to Capital One arena in not even a 4 months time span. not just as a guest act but headlining a world stadium tour. Seeing how absolutely talented in every ounce of their work. The creativity. The vulnerability. The passion. The love. The individuality. So many more aspects just exuded from day one and in your own way you exude the levels of *holy fuck* that they do. I have no doubt in due time the day you get your flowers are coming and you blow up. It’s absolutely deserved and earned. You’re such a sweet and kind seeming person too from interviews and posts I’ve read from you. I truly believe in the next few years I’ll have a similar *does that say stadium tour and are those global dates?* double take moment. I can not wait to see your growth and your creativity flourish over time! Very much rooting for you! From USA with love

[@gunnerjenrich]

I've had this song on repeat over the last day, it's so mesmerizing. All her songs are so captivating

[@zoejean-toussaint3684]

Your voice harmonies are always beautiful ! And those soul vibes each time, so great ! I am just realizing how much your song sound like modern lullaby to me, and not only this specific one (for Baby Come Home, Crossword, Be My Own Boyfriend, too) This are stories and feelings I can identify with, sang with a such calm, soft ton. Even with your more dancing music I have this feeling of lullaby in your voice ton : i just want to calm down and listen. Congrats for your work ! Keep going, so happy to keep listening !

[@차수연-s4r]

She makes songs that help me temper my expectations and really let me accept myself for what it is.

[@super_polon]

just vibing on this beautiful low voice

[@kalyna99]

In awe! Such a beautiful song 🥺

[@qaqambamngqibisa]

This song evokes emotions in me I can’t comprehend. Wow Olivia 🥰

[@StanWilliams-p9y]

One of my favorites! love to sing along

[@xauceamani]

First time I've known of this artist, her voice is beautiful and I instantly thought of Joy Crookes. I feel like their voices would compliment each other well... Even, maybe on a duet cover of this song.

[@defikidsmusic]

I wish this kinda classiness would take over all music.

[@indiaogilvie6558]

She is the sun

[@chantalom.126]

this...this is a work of art, from start to finish, from melody to melody, from the voice to the piano...breathtaking

[@theredvsbluefan]

This is stunning. What's in the water in London that all these sublime singers are suddenly appearing?

[@ip3931]

Wow, Olivia!

[@midnightcowboy3611]

Wow!…one of those moments when your jaw just drops…and you can’t speak…beautiful!

[@DaOneFame]

Wow, this is on another level, definitely MASTERPIECE 💚✨

[@ellabella9455]

Beautiful. Art.

[@alexandra_neja261]

Just saw tbis lovely artist on Liam Payne's show. Just discovered her, and so glad I did! Lovely voice, amazing!

[@iamwictor]

this is just perfect, olivia. thanks for loving music that way. you can calm me down at all times. thank u.

[@gaiacerrai9367]

love it from Italy

[@joeyobee32]

You are an utterly breathtaking human. Thank you for existing.

[@rrkivexx]

art

[@rutiletwins7237]

Such a beautiful song❤

[@SoyCablo]

so SO good olivia

[@rodrigopsd]

powerful, sweet, sensual and deep... your job and talent is unique and nurturing. Required. Follow your heart always!

[@sebastianluppolo]

Mega! Thank you very much.

[@The.naturalwonders]

I need the album 😢

[@anacaldas4334]

I love her, just this

[@ryansalas6374]

I don't know but I find peace listening to this song. Calms my soul everytime.

[@Leti_music]

So so beautiful, this song is stunning and the lyrics get straight to the heart!

[@marcuslightwood1512]

What a stunning voice. Wow!

[@imerriweather1]

Sometime the algorithm hits the nail on the head! I love this!