Radical Face - Hard Of Hearing

[@amaryllis1826]

Ok this song is great in all but Can we just take a moment to appreciate the pages of the book? "Easy steps to a new you SHARE A MEAL WITH FRIENDS Chewing food is proven to drown out the screams of our inner demons." Absolute masterpiece

[@LiviClaire]

"I'm not well, but I'm alright"

[@adejager2001]

Yes you are!!!!

[@genericusername4206]

Gotta learn how to take your hits when your hands are always tied

[@theartroom2525]

One of the most relatable lines ever

[@AtomicXagustin]

"I had to learn that the helping hand Can be the same that holds the knife"

[@_slacky]

Got out of the hospital for a suicide attempt a few weeks ago and yeesh this hits me so hard. Here's to everyone getting better, we got this.

[@genericusername4206]

Nice mannn

[@theinfiniteglow7268]

I don't know that you will see this, but if you do, I hope that you are well and alright ❤️

[@_slacky]

@@theinfiniteglow7268 yeah funny enough, still here. Actually in IOP again, just like I was when I first sent that comment. Also your comment brought me back to this song for the first time in probably 2 years. So thank you. Didn't realize how much I needed it.

[@theinfiniteglow7268]

@slacky I'm glad you're still here! I'm sorry, I hope you are able to make a quick recovery.

[@MyFairDinkum]

​@slacky I was in PHP and IOP last year and well.. needless to say I still need help. But my insurance ran out and I'm struggling. But this song and stories like yours really help. Thank you. Like you said 4 years ago....we got this.

[@hyenaedits3460]

This song and video hit way too close to home. I've been trying to manage my depression for what seems like my entire life and it feels like I'll never really be well. But I am learning to function even when I feel like i was hit by a truck, and I'm kind of proud of myself for that.

[@Insanabiliter_In_Linea]

It may not feel like much, but it most definitely is.

[@138csm]

3 years later. What’s up?

[@hyenaedits3460]

@@138csm well I'm still depressed but in a "the world sucks so it's normal to feel down" way and not a "i have unresolved trauma" way. I finally moved out of my parents house so that's nice.

[@claimedbytheearth]

Honestly, you’re my favourite human being

[@starman3340]

Hi wirt

[@claimedbytheearth]

Star man Wirt’s favourite singer is Radical Face, this is canon now hahaha 🌟

[@starman3340]

@@claimedbytheearth haha lol. In all seriousness what's ur favorite otgw song? Mine's Adelaide parade if that's it's name.

[@claimedbytheearth]

@@starman3340 Mine is probably potatoes and molasses haha but I love Adelaide Parade too! I adore the whole soundtrack honestly, I think it's amazing and has all the autumn vibes

[@zalmox5042]

Nice logo man.

[@artgerodias6889]

"I just want my mind to quit, so I can finally fall asleep" This song made me feel things

[@chickennugget2333]

The song & the video are amazing. Just like the book given to him in the video, those who suffer depression are given "tips" on how to get rid of depression or lessen the pain. When the "helpful ideas" are actually like the napkin being offered to the man in the video. Your wounds won't get better by simply wiping it off with a napkin. Depression won't go away by simply following a bunch of life hacks.

[@PotatoIsNotCute]

This is a very random KZbin recommendation, but I am VERY glad I saw it.

[@ratboy_]

Hey this is pretty cool. I'm so glad you're back to producing songs you wrote. Your lyrics have always been my favorite part of your music.

[@joannecaloi]

Me too💓

[@StarbucksMary]

I'm crying and laughing, this the most relatable thing I've ever seen. Thank you and hang in there, everyone who's feeling the same

[@JohnJohnson-gn9jv]

Ben Cooper is a genius. This is another in such a long list of songs that left me dumbstruck.

[@Moody-Boy]

That smile at the end is a hint of positivity and hope. That's where I'm at these days. A hint of positivity and hope is keeping me afloat.

[@danman6669]

To me, this represents how people who are depressed would look like if the emotional wounds were physical instead. Maybe then people would take depression more seriously, rather than telling us to "snap out of it" as if we could turn it off and on like a light switch.

[@jenniferking1491]

"if the emotional wounds were physical instead" I have been saying similar for so long! OR "If you could touch someone, and even if just for the briefest moment transfer how something felt / feels: either there would be less wars and infinite compassion, or no one would ever touch..."

[@miffyymoon]

It's funny because sometimes mental illness does take the physical form of self harm, yet then people are just called attention seeking. The stigma of mental illness is horrible

[@ccarta192]

Could not have said better myself... !

[@aldyn1647]

I don't think that's the meaning of the video. Even though he's wounded and full of bruises no one is "taking depression more seriously" because of that. The bruises are just a metaphor for how he's feeling and how it gets progressively worse with time even though he's doing what people tell him to do in the "easy steps to the new you" book. And if you want to blame someone for society not taking depression seriously, blame these "depressed" kids nowadays who romanticized depression. It's their fault people don't take us seriously. They stripped away the meaning of the word, and no, they're not the minority.

[@michaelkillian435]

@@miffyymoon I mean some people do fake it for attention I'm not saying all but some people do it

[@BuiBaoNguyen]

Oh dear, your voice soft and sweet and you look like a bear and i loving it !

[@missmoonlight629]

_"And I'm just waiting for my mind to quit, so I can finally fall asleep"_ -my life

[@santannaguzmansr.1107]

Can’t wait to tell my wife, her face when she listens to your music is so genuine. I can’t describe how it makes me feel when I see her listening to your music. Thank you!

[@biggay3736]

I love Ben Cooper. I love this. All the music is everything i’ve ever thought alone to myself and struggled with. All of my “demons”, it seems like everyone is going through the same thing in different ways. We are never alone, the irony in it is that I(and others) feel isolated and alone and that is what pushes me to tell myself good things in hopes i’ll believe it. This music video kind of tells the story of the journey of telling yourself something but not entirely believing it, maybe a state of being manic or ignorance from sadness.

[@yodamus]

just listened many many times in a row..this dude is the best ever..best song ever for those of us with depression...i was baker acted recently..this song says it all...i know im not well but im alright...cant say it any better...i live in his hometown jacksonville fla..please ben ..do a concert here...i may be homeless and have been for 8yrs..entire family passed..in world alone..radical face helps me survive.. but i will find a way into that concert...please ben...please come...

[@AndrewAnew]

I wish you all the best, don't give up!!

[@mikesmeat]

i'm impatient so here are the lyrics from what i could hear; another evening spent in the corners of my brain where i wander off into the dark and i close my eyes and hope the wolves won't follow me but hope's hard of hearing, so i'm waiting for the teeth i had to learn that the helping hand can be the same that holds the knife i know i'm not well but i'm alright you gotta learn how to take your hits when your hands are always tied i know i'm not well but i'm alright i memorize the ceiling with a fire at my feet while i give myself advice that i can't keep i no longer ask myself what any of this means i just want my mind to quit so i can finally fall asleep yeah i'm just waiting for my mind to quit so i can finally fall asleep i kept falling for the broken wing because i couldn't pick the flight but don't believe them when they tell you that the bird won't bite i can't tell you if it got this way or if it started as a lie i know i'm not well but i'm alright [break] i kept falling for the broken wing because i couldn't pick the flight but don't believe them when they tell you that the bird won't i had to learn that the helping hand can be the same that holds the knife i know i'm not well but i'm alright

[@Bobbyjeo2]

End of first verse: I’m waiting for the teeth

[@Bobbyjeo2]

Mike R Second verse: You gotta learn how to take your hits (?) When your hands are always tied

[@Bobbyjeo2]

Third verse: I think it’s “Yeah” instead of “oh” on the last line

[@Bobbyjeo2]

For the broken wing verses: I think it’s flight Also I think you’re correct for I can’t tell you if it got this way

[@emmachisholm8718]

Thank you so much. Sincerely, A person who is hard of hearing

[@darkminer14]

"The helping hand can be the same that holds the knife"

[@midorixi]

Love the concept and the realisation of these song, can't wait to see and hear the new EP!

[@MatteoBucci95]

Me too :D

[@seanmoody5207]

This video perfectly captures how I feel like responding to advice I receive on depression, from non depressed people

[@CallousedThought]

Love this so much. Was crying within 5 minutes of waking up this morning listening to this.

[@JT-vw3kb]

Start to finish, the song, the lyrics, the video are all brilliant. Poignant while still maintaining a fantastic sense of humor. I loved all of it. I gotta ask though.. how the hell did you manage the dance moves at the end (party scene) without cracking a smile??? The fact that remained so dead inside is just amazing!! I intend that as a compliment of course. Well done!

[@golianxzoriginal9974]

I never thought I would see Ben Cooper dancing in my life haha

[@jgehrke2]

You’ve been my musical muse for over a decade. This record - you still are, brother. Thank you. Please never stop making music.

[@mattjones1992]

Of all your songs. From the outright strange / abstract. To the epic. To this. These lyrics are so relatable to so many people. And it’s nice to see you incorporate a (forgive me) slightly more poppy sound? Compared to normal. I hope it makes it easier for any current non fans to hear your work and learn how amazing your music is.

[@chandram8304]

Keep it up, Ben! Every new song makes my day a little brighter. Thanks for making such beautiful music, you are truly my favorite artist around.

[@hannibaldisa1340]

I love your music and creativity. Thank you❤️

[@GamingGringo]

As I sit in my hospital bed this is the only song I can listen too. "I know I'm not well, but I'm alright"

[@chaddavis1001]

Great song.... and awesome video.... you never disappoint Ben

[@eikitakara1677]

I'm so glad you are still composing songs ❤️

[@NoktV2]

Radical Face released a new song on my birthday. Couldn’t ask for a better birthday present!

[@dimar1845]

Happy birthday

[@NoktV2]

@@dimar1845 Thanks!

[@jonbunton]

Happy Birthday!

[@shoiab4679]

Happy Birthday Day my friend:) ❤️ from INDIA. Rock the day!

[@kevinmatthews4793]

Happy Birthday!!!

[@darrenpierrot323]

This so perfectly describes my life right now. I love this video.

[@Mettigel420]

Such an amazing song! I really really loved it! The video was fantastic and I enjoyed every bit of it!

[@hanchesterman5661]

Everytime there is a new Radical Face release is a good day. Your music has been with me in so many key moments of my life. When my first love broke up with me, when my parents split up or when my dad died I turned to your music to seek comfort. Everytime I listen to one of your songs I feel a certain kind of melancholy, which I somehow learned to enjoy. I think of the past and of things that had to end but also of unexpected new beginnings that I found in all those endings. Long story short, thank you for putting out your music! I hope to see you again sometime in Germany. Your concerts with Rickolous in Heidelberg und Frankfurt were really special!

[@enhypenxo]

one of the most beautiful songs i've ever heard. from beautiful i mean it is pure but full of aches and pain and i felt that

[@sparrowlet]

I've missed hearing new music from you. I'm glad to see you return. You've always had a way with words, ever since you pieced together that Tree. This song and video reflect that and I love it. I look forward to hearing more from you! Best wishes.

[@where_the_vatniks_are]

Thank you, Ben! Favourite musician!

[@BlueNoiseTai]

The lyrics resonate with me so well! Supporting an abusive boyfriend for two years while he pretended to help me grieve my partner who died in an accident. Mind if I borrow that book? Or could you teach me those funky dance moves? If only I was as handsome as you too!

[@gwenrobbins2230]

This video and the lyrics have a lot to say. Describes a lot of what I went/am going through. Thank you for putting it in a way that people can understand ❤

[@yy-pr8cg]

Your music always make me feel good.

[@geoffreygill5849]

This functions well as comedy and a beautiful song- well done

[@Skylern]

This is such a charming and surreal music video! I really love it; You can really tell a lot of effort went into making it. (Also the dancing was brilliant lol) keep making radical stuff 😉

[@alexman17C]

Your music always speaks to me, and this is a fantastic video that makes me want to watch it over and over

[@michelavila4740]

Sending some love your way, Ben! I loved this

[@daniabbe5197]

this is my favorite music video of all time. everytime i'm listening to this song, i HAVE to stop and see the video. it's too good. I don't know why.

[@ticket2space621]

The happy medium team got me here! Nice music man

[@Seviexe]

Ben's making the world a little bit more beautiful, one release at a time... I know you probably won't see this, but just on the off chance you do: thank you, man.

[@ezraarief3827]

Wow where you guys been

[@LDTOMG579]

Guy*

[@danman6669]

Radical Face is one person.

[@Cneqq]

He usually records with his friends though doesn't he?

[@darafeth]

I've been really sad the past 2 days, my RSD has been flaring up really badly and I feel incredibly alone. I've been listening to your music since I was in highschool but I kind of stopped listening to a lot of things I loved back then... lost the passion for things i enjoy... but I really needed this. I'm actually excited to rediscover your music.

[@Nerytarcio]

That’s such a great job! Thank you for everything you’ve done.

[@MariaJoseMD]

Graciasssss gracias !!! Me encantó. 😊😊😊😊

[@bnjminvlogs]

Can't stop listening to this.

[@SoundsNewSoundsGood]

I have goosebumps all over my body

[@FatherDragonMusic]

Can we consider this a new album announcement?

[@Legionere]

Such a fantastic song writer. You really speak to me, my man. Thank you for your art.

[@MaxNannini]

As always, this is phenomenal. Thank you for sharing.

[@keeganwymer4993]

I love this!! I love your music so much

[@thalescosta7285]

These guys are always goods!!very good!

[@sycapion8463]

ben cooper i missed ur jams.................love u thank u for this one

[@apogeoefimero6587]

In love with your work, Ben. I will gladly translate your songs to spanish so more people can get to enjoy and relate as I do with your work, but of course, if you want me to do so. Lots of hugs to you!

[@dreaming4ffr]

This song, and that man.. my spirit animal..

[@macaroon147]

This is extremely relevant to my life right now. I feel fortunate to be learning this while still young.

[@thatsanicecoat]

i've never felt so understood from the get go... "I give myself advice that i can't keep" ... this is great, ben

[@KeyaMoosic]

I have been going through the missing film stuff to keep myself busy, this was a very pleasant surprise. I love your music so much you have no idea.

[@MayaTheOwl]

This song has been 1:00 for me for a while now. I cant express enough the comfort I do find in this video.

[@sb-oq1bd]

its been two years and I always come here to cry jdksfhkjsd

[@Church6633]

I cannot get enough of this song

[@jons5478]

Hello old friend, I didn't realize you were still putting out music I love it

[@Jeff_LO]

Thank you for this wonderful piece of artistry. And for being a big ole' bear :)

[@kikaiyashin]

So excited to hear some new music from you, Ben!

[@gGaRecords]

The song with the girl in the box ? What is the name of it? Please

[@_tyolsen]

I have always loved Radical Face but this song in particular I have not been able to stop playing lately. I love the music video as well. Hits home.

[@joshuadepenbrock7913]

totally love that synth in the background!

[@Kagebushin01]

Whats the Chinese CD he's got?

[@christysosmitty4534]

"I just want my mind to quit so I can finally fall asleep". Ben is a lyrical genius - I've yet to find a song that I don't love and we have everything he's done so far!

[@ravenmagill3717]

I am so endlessly grateful for your music.

[@Larkalau]

this release was oddly well-timed thank you (i'm excited for the rest of the EP )

[@crimson10clover]

Amazing job as always Ben!! You look pretty comfy laying around listening to some jams and eating pizza while your feet happen to be on fire

[@Don_Kno-Schit]

God bless you Ben!!

[@Oatshow]

First heard the song without the video and i wish i could go back so my first time hearing it was with the video. Really beautiful use of both media, the dry comedic tone of the book pages and the way the shots are relatively still and centered around one element reads like a Wes Anderson film and the message hits so hard. How do I tattoo this whole music video onto myself.

[@SudsySpudsy]

Cant wait for the rest of this ep holy shit

[@Sixsoul]

Pretty sure I've read every single one of those books

[@Zhakurael]

Sixsoul You definitely have if you read one of it😉

[@shifaskn1937]

Give me some recommendations

[@faro_inc]

I love you so much!! I hope one day go in your concert !!

[@LudyKa_]

uma das minhas músicas favoritas atualmente. Parabéns

[@DirkeyITA]

It's great. Finally a comeback, I'm grateful!!

[@33CHRISTINA33]

Love this song❤️💙💛

[@disjointedproductionsllc1225]

Your videos have really progressed in the past year! Love the direction of the music as well! One of these days if you come through Denver I'd love to have you on my podcast!

[@pp-iy1xl]

ocd isn't what people like to think it is. it's not quirky or about being organized or perfect. perfectionism can be a part of ocd, but it isn't always. i was diagnosed with severe obsessive compulsive disorder almost 5 years ago, and it makes my life a living hell. Thank you Ben for making a song that so accurately describes what it actually feels like to live with ocd, depression, anxiety, and so many other mental illnesses.

[@drawhq]

Thank you for your Music!

[@nagh4ever]

Which camera was used for the filming ? anybody knows?

[@CobaltLobo]

this hits so deep for me. I haven't clicked on something so quickly in a long time. so glad to see you posting again!! this is absolutely wonderful, the music, the lyrics, the meaning, the video, I love it. I'm going to be listening to this on repeat. reminds me of the stick and poke tattoo I gave myself of a wolf person with the words "and you're more than alright" from Keaton Henson's song "Alright" which I highly recommend to listen to if you can really relate to Ben Cooper's work

[@lorddulay]

The Music Video is Soo Good And The Song well done 👍✅

[@MrMadartist]

I cant even pull off that dance , your Awesome

[@MylesBullen]

this made me feel soft, sad, proud, goofy, and human. thank you for sharing your art.

[@alexveri4166]

Masterpiece!

[@joaovitorczelusniak7220]

Dude, this song just made my day, I really need to thank you for this. Its' awesome, you're awesome.

[@janf222]

The Album Cover in the outro, is it Stevie Nicks Crystal Visions: the best of?

[@enhypenxo]

i love this song so much