Regina Spektor: Tiny Desk Concert

[@nprmusic]

Hey Tiny Desk Fans, Check out NPR’s Black Stories, Black Truths - a collection of podcasts hosted by journalists who speak truth to power. Our voices are as varied, nuanced, and dynamic as the Black experience. And stories should never be about us without us. Listen now: www.npr.org/podcasts/510372/black-stories-black-truths

[@TemProduction]

Would love to see Fiona Apple on here

[@rbvp45]

Too bad this artist believes Israel is justified in killing so many brown ppl in Gaza rn

[@maceymiller6972]

@@TemProductionshe performed a song with the watkins family hour on here!

[@TemProduction]

@@maceymiller6972 thank you, watching it now

[@maceymiller6972]

@@TemProduction of course! hope you enjoy:) it’s truly a gift

[@ifinditamazing]

The woman's voice has not changed in 20 years. I love her so.

[@oxiary]

she even freestyle'd what a god

[@jonijarvenpaa3604]

17 years between the Samson re-recording and this one but sounds exactly the same, can't think of any other artist whose voice did not change a single bit between those ages

[@5evertired]

Samson is so iconic. She perfected it

[@askpriz]

In 2003 she was in a film I saw at a SF Bay Area film festival (Cinequest - "Winning Girls Through Psychic Mind Control") ... I was blown away by the music and saw her in the credits and found her own website/forum and asked her about the movie where she sang all the vocal parts for another person. She was touched that someone knew of this & she described watching her voice come out of a different person on screen made her feel like Ariel in the Little Mermaid... she was so nice in her reply I bought all her music to date and have been a fan ever since. Too bad that film never came out on video/streaming... :(

[@denverdubois5835]

I think her voice actually got even prettier and more tuneful. Who else, what other singer can we say that about?! And her looks haven't really changed at all. She doesn't age. What a fascinating artist.

[@TheFAMEnyc]

She is one of the most underrated musicians in my opinion. I believe she is truly a genius and deserves so much more recognition than she gets. Her piano skills, vocal technique, and her lyrics make for a magical combo. It takes a very talented individual to captivate an audience with their original music and no smokes, mirrors, and costumes. I have seen her live and all she needs is her piano.

[@michelledianatarotarts]

I agree. I don't think she's everyone's taste and that's okay - I'm really glad that she's still around, so dedicated to her music, and she hasn't changed a bit since I heard her first back in 2004ish. She has only evolved and improved gracefully. Respekt

[@yoelvil]

Hay que ser demasiado catedrático para notar las cosas importantes que hace. El consumidor promedio no sabe de música, sólo sabe de tendencias.

[@moihawk666]

amen

[@joeblankenship377]

I still remember seeing her TV debut on Conan back in the day. Bought Soviet Kitsch the next day, been a fan ever since.

[@chand911]

you don't know what underrated means..

[@deannaschwartz9935]

I was there in the audience as a summer intern at NPR. It was truly the best moment of my life.

[@Andy-vt7sl]

What an incredible way to make a lifelong memory

[@carolinanadel6117]

wow! nice ❤

[@dimasmendoza3620]

What a magic place to do an internship

[@33ss64]

Awesome!!!👌🏼

[@chrislandaverdedf]

Awesome! Also, internships are great!! Way to go sister!

[@verbinneny]

Her voice is like a band-aid for the soul

[@ggonzalez2676]

No better definition possible 💔

[@chrisp4039]

All patched up over here

[@jorgeartz]

oh its the wholeeee health kit my friend (:

[@elena_zoi]

Oh my so true ...

[@omarjesusgomezhernandez6042]

plus her smile bro

[@CaioCapela]

0:00 Tiny Song 1:44 Loveology 7:03 Becoming All Alone 11:35 Après Moi 16:27 Fidelity 20:36 Samson We love you, Regina! Come to Brazil!

[@fabiopereira5522]

❣

[@HCaulfield115]

Thanks

[@fcool]

ave caio

[@ggthewhale]

Try not to say "come to brazil" to an artist challenge (hard)

[@janearj2779]

Thank you for this.

[@MitchJohnson0110]

It's been so long since I've listened to her music. This is like being greeted by and old friend you havent seen in years. What a wonderful sound

[@sanches2]

i couldn't have said it better :) i'll do a serious revisit to her music in the next days - happy holidays, man :)

[@gibberconfirm166]

@@sanches2 I keep listening to her old songs so KZbin treats me like some kind of Regina Spektor superfan, I've seen her screwing up her rap song in 2004 like 25 times.

[@HannahRainbow88]

I never stopped listening to the Mary Ann Meets The Gravediggers..." album 💗 (plus a number of other songs) over the years - her voice is so uniquely her, and soothing 🤗

[@PiglipsMaximus]

Sound takes me back to being younger. A good era of my life was this sound

[@shmeshica_c]

Same. I was such a fan of hers but then just got pulled away from music altogether. Watching this had me in those tears where you’re not really crying but you’re just feeling so much, and I missed that about her music. I must have watched this now maybe ten times ❤

[@erickfilgueira1050]

I waited for this even not knowing it was coming

[@thesabysingh]

Ditto

[@joseribamar9173]

,

[@joseribamar9173]

,. Particular né partiu para particular resolvendo essas coisas aí resolvendo

[@evedotcom]

Same

[@xHektorx]

I guess I could delete my comment above - this says it so much more beautifully.

[@leozinfx]

how can someone be so classy, kitsch, playful and mature at the same time?

[@FrankSmith116]

Russian and New Your City roots and a cool person with good parents. A good mix.

[@malwre_android1617]

Lol "kitsch"

[@alexbade]

kitsch !? Get a Grip man, lol

[@misspimperella]

And so humble

[@chrismm25]

@@FrankSmith116I swear all Russian Americans teach their kids to play the piano and have talent shows in the living room.

[@Christina_Winter]

"love-ology, i'm sorry-ology, fogive-me-ology" shivers every single time. She is just amazing.

[@melaa-tm7mt]

i am god

[@williamstewart8476]

Literally shivered while reading your comment when that line happened. Whoa

[@tiang5132]

@@melaa-tm7mt What do you mean?

[@zanewright9686]

she's like a disney princess written by Kierkegaard

[@TheLucasTulio]

Dayum.

[@HCaulfield115]

You win the comment section 👏👏👏

[@gianniclaud]

Brilliant.

[@ambertaylor2225]

Wait, yes!!!

[@Dofoos]

Perfect description of Regina!

[@keenanedwards7053]

My mother’s favorite song was “Samson”. She died of brain cancer 10 years ago. Every time I hear Regina’s voice it takes me back to my childhood. Thank you so much for this incredibly moving performance

[@marias4681]

Samson is so special. Hope your hearts pain lessens when you hear it, stranger. Sending hope and peace your way

[@zoilalulu3798]

Don't know if it's true, but I've read that 'Samson' is about a friend of hers who died from cancer. I'm sorry for your loss.

[@leobster]

My mum is going through cancer right now and Regina has helped me a lot. Your message made me smile :)

[@christianandresarayamunoz1551]

@@leobster sending your mother lots of love and strength while fighting cancer, then... and the same wishes to your whole family :)

[@mattmorris2141]

You should go on Twitter, follow her and tell her that. She replies to fans.

[@Lisa_Evers]

What IS it about her? She brings constant TEARS to my eyes. What a beautiful human being she is. Part child-like, silly, witty, vulnerable, incredibly talented, smart, etc. And her music...her writing...she is a true original...and so true to herself...not pandering to the masses. And...it gives me hope for the world, to see that TRUE ARTISTES like her...that so many other humans GET HER...APPRECIATE her art...her gifts.

[@indiefairy09]

I burst into tears during Samson. I haven’t heard this song since I was like 18/19 and I’m now 31 and all my teenage angst feeling came back and playing her album esp Samson on repeat to escape. My inner teen needed this it was such a nice surprise to wake up to!!

[@AlternativelyBananas]

All of us rn, what a friday

[@cjeb673]

Exactly. I started sobbing as soon as she hit those first few notes. I definitely needed this

[@msmakeupjunkie07]

Oof yep

[@gm2256]

Made me tear up as well

[@andreaj28]

I cried, too!!

[@bdup159]

MY FAVORITE ARTIST FINALLY HAS A TINY DESK she's an absolute genius with her imagery and metaphors and brilliant pianist

[@jessicaasch1635]

AGREED!!!!!!

[@JavenarchX]

I just randomly googled her today and this came up... How exciting...!!!

[@whitestkid]

And her voice has never changed. Absolutely 😍

[@clvrswine]

I have socks that have the same attributes. Calm down.

[@malwre_android1617]

Thinking about how she came up from a cafe/bar syninimous with thr anti-folk scene in her early era, and how this feels oddly full circle

[@CalebBamaBoy]

I haven't heard the song 'Samson' in so long. As soon as the song started, it was like the voice of a person who you haven't seen in a long while, calling your name. It just warms your heart.

[@deanroddey2881]

It's a gorgeous tune. I used to listen to this album quite a bit and still have it in my CD collection. She's her generation's edition of Kate Bush/Tori Amos.

[@nygisgod]

@@deanroddey2881 yup this comment wins

[@mmm.mmm.mmm.]

This and Apres Moi both had me in tears.

[@hectorlp1298]

@@deanroddey2881 That's not inappropriate even though she's not as well known. When I first heard Samson I thought "wow, just to think of some historical or legendary figure in this way" and then wrap the narrative in a lovely tune. Like Kate and Tori she has this ability to knock you on your arse with the conception of her songs and the wonderful musicality that accompanies them. A special talent.

[@DELERiiOus]

I didn’t remmbr till I heard the lyrics and came back to your comment 😊

[@angbuss]

so so happy she chose to do this solo. There is nothing more magical than Regina and a piano

[@ekalbkr]

I first became aware of Regina when I heard "Laughing at God", ten, maybe more, years ago. I was stunned by her expressions of frivolity, sadness, love - and of course, her lovely, lilting voice. Bumping into her again on Tiny Desk was absolutely delightful. Almost 70, now, I am still a sad romantic who gingerly questions God. Regina ignites that spark in me like no other artist has before or since.

[@mg8565]

"And I just want to ride, but this whole world, it makes me carsick." No one has said it better. Lyric of the year.

[@isamazing101]

Seriously 🥺 makes me cry. it’s so perfect

[@intheyuukei]

0:00 ♡ "Tiny Song" 1:45 ♡ "Loveology" 7:04 ♡ "Becoming All Alone" 11:36 ♡ "Après Moi" 16:28 ♡ "Fidelity" 20:37 ♡ "Samson"

[@garyaraoz4574]

Thank you.

[@nomellamoalejandra3905]

Thank youuu!!! Omg! Cantó loveology

[@vickyg690]

Thaanks

[@valentinogo6543]

Thank You 🫰

[@LauriElias]

Weird how much I hate the first 4 songs and love the 2 last ones.

[@BrightKelly19]

She'll never lose that magic. It's unreal, sometimes. She has this blend of incredible courage and incredible humility in both the way she performs and the way she writes. I consider Queen Regina incredibly underrated.

[@IamtheWV17]

Queen queen?

[@BrightKelly19]

@@IamtheWV17 that is correct. I know what her first name means, and she is doubly regal, so it works. Also, that’s literally WHY so many of her fans call her that.

[@tryan6239]

just heard the queen died. is regina ok

[@essentielley]

Well said!!

[@ahatcherlps]

Very well said. She's a treasure.

[@user-be3iq9mq9q]

A lot of performers can accompany themselves...not many can sing their own backup vocals.

[@winslow8779]

Actually epic

[@pardontheplay]

"Science is real!" ~They Might Be Giants

[@SmallBlogV8]

Never listened to her songs before in my life, clicked on this because I was bored... and now I'm a fan.

[@reeselansangan]

Her voice was the soundtrack of my university years and what a beautiful time that was. Whenever I hear her voice (especially anything from Far), I get transported back to my youth when I was wide-eyed and so full of good ideas about the world. It’s been 11 years since but music has that potent power to take you to places that you think you can never get back, and yet… Thank you for this, NPR!

[@SrtaBovary]

Simply brilliant

[@eternalreturnal]

Exactly my feelings and number of years..

[@mundaneamazing]

Same here! I remember playing this on my giant pc 😄 Not a good tine in my life, though. I'm probably more optimistic now than I was then, surprisingly.

[@BEERBOMB113]

Boy does music do anything but take you to some place familiar, Some time tough or triumphant. Even a new song can bring remind you of a certain time of your life or of certain friend you miss. Take care guys

[@lexBhere]

Same.

[@Wrenasmir]

"and he told me that I'd done alright" - Samson is a masterclass in beauty, pathos and tenderness.

[@PiglipsMaximus]

She’s just beautiful

[@MrGustavofsc]

Indeed

[@chipsterb4946]

And the stars “are just old light.” True but what a unique, soul stopping perspective.

[@theheebs100]

It's one of the most beautiful songs ever written. It almost moves me to tears

[@sekiroe5573]

The kind of voice that can make a grown man cry for no reason at all

[@tompham1125]

literally.

[@talldan645]

totally agree with you. There's a scene in American Beauty where one of the characters is talking about how there is just so much beauty in the world if you pay attention. And how sometimes it just makes you well up and cry.. This is exactly what I think about Regina. Her voice is other-worldly.. no one else I've heard can do what she does with it.

[@marii2150]

Men cry too, it's a natural stress relief from our body. Society is effed up for teaching young boys otherwise.

[@sekiroe5573]

@@talldan645 Love that movie! One of my personal favorites

[@howardsimpson489]

@@marii2150 Regina's song "How" makes me tearful when I hear it, still after at least ten years.

[@availandco]

anyone who has a lick of sense knows Regina Spektor is a mother to the sad girl pop/indie genre !!!!!! never knew I needed this

[@AK-eeelly]

I’m dead 😂😂😂 this is so true

[@catherinehmichael4699]

She always reminded me of Kate Bush who is doing just fine right now.

[@majimetanuki]

Say it louder!!

[@jonijarvenpaa3604]

Fiona Apple came before her so nope

[@haileyeve]

@@jonijarvenpaa3604 we can have more than one mommy

[@astroandyborgloh]

A great example, how great musicians know how to use pauses, dynamics, silence, and energy. Regina is a musical gem.

[@ohchoot]

My high school emotions were tamed when I would listen to Regina, I cried watching this now at 30. A delightful storyteller forever.

[@AlyssaWard]

SAME!

[@loie__]

Same

[@isabelediazb9104]

saaame!!

[@thestarsnatcher]

yep yep yep yep.

[@00jdn]

Same!!!

[@mikhaelahhh]

Regina Spector taught me to be PLAYFUL with one’s voice. It’s there to make all medium of noises and sounds, not just to be jaw dropping in beauty. This was such a pleasant surprise!!

[@AI-MoneyManiac]

This version of Après Moi sends the deepest chills to the depths of the soul. Queen Regina is a gift from the gods. THANK YOU

[@blueak3111]

Waves of frisson, like the best orgasms.

[@ggonzalez2676]

After all these years in tiny desk the moment came at last! Regina is so special. She irradiates some kind of energy, so powerful and so calm, intimate if you will. Love her ❤️

[@xHektorx]

I've listened to her songs with Ben Folds at the Kennedy Center so many times. I'm glad to have a new video to loop into those!

[@joeboonmusic4004]

Her writing... Her voice... her accompaniment... Literally flawless.

[@GardensAndGames]

No one writes lyrics like Regina Spektor.

[@tatertotter808]

And her beauty!!!! 😭😭😭

[@PaigeA6741]

She is so good live, I’d argue her songs are even more powerful live when it’s just her bearing her soul at the piano. I love how after some songs it’s like she needs a moment to come back to the room because her music clearly takes her to a place emotionally, she’s closed and vulnerable. It’s so remarkable to witness. I can’t stop watching this recording ever since her Chicago show this week because I can’t get enough

[@angrynorway]

It's great reading all the comments of people just discovering her... You're all in for a treat.

[@bethanythatsme]

I was thinking the same reading them

[@jeremysmith9694]

People just discovering her? Really? I pity those souls.

[@gracestrange8251]

@@jeremysmith9694 i'm jealous in a way! If i could listen to her for the first time again i would!

[@katalyst567]

The buttons broken, I can only like once…

[@kinamonika]

Yes!

[@joseramirez2310]

I’ve waited 10 years for this! Regina is tha sh*t

[@Babooshko]

Oh, Loveology... it used to be an obscure track she sang live, and now there it is, in all its beauty. It made me cry.

[@kayep2616]

I remember when Regina had a concert and stayed in the hotel I used to work at. I remember being so starstruck and was on full-on fan girl mode I had a hard time keeping a straight face, all the while she looked so flattered and blushing because someone recognized her. She's an absolute sunshine, she thanked us graciously for the smallest things and took any seat that was offered to her in our busy breakfast restaurant.

[@michaelcerick9999]

She’s so incredible. Her voice gives me chills.

[@John-nk3ej]

What I don't understand is how she hasn't gotten better at piano. Like if you become a famous musician and get a bunch of money, wouldn't you like... Pay for some lessons? Idk man

[@greatalbumslog]

@@John-nk3ej she literally is great at piano? what are you talking about?

[@oxsila]

@@John-nk3ej Sometimes you have an intrusive incorrect thought in your head. Sometimes you don't say it out loud. Consider this.

[@sue17]

@@John-nk3ej HUSH

[@worthless_opinion]

One of the best singers and songwriters on the planet. Criminally underrated.

[@theodorenguyen3269]

I feel guilty that I forgot how incredibly wonderful Regina Spektor can sing

[@titusnadeem4084]

Her voice is like a little glimmering light that is taking over all the darkness around it

[@NatalieZii]

She’s truly one of those artists that is better live. The studio recording of Loveology, and finally having it on an official album, is great, but the old live version will always be the version that has my heart. I wish platforms like Spotify supported more live and demo songs. So much of Regina’s catalogue of music isn’t even on an official album. For artists who just shine live, getting to hear them perform without trappings has a magic to it, and the current musical platforms aren’t set up to showcase this. Like I would happily listen to 10 different live versions of a great song.

[@kcheban]

True, the old Loveology has something special in it

[@benjasoulmusic]

Tears streaming down my face. Regina is one of the best songwriters of this generation. She knows her instrument so well, and moves from playful to profound with total ease. I didn't grow up with Regina, I only discovered her 6 years ago with "Remember Us to Life," which is one of my favorite singer/songwriter albums of all time. There's a tune on there called "Sellers of Flowers" which has all the deep and strange metaphor and musicality of a Joni Mitchell song. Regina may not be a household name but her lyrics and her angel voice will stay with me forever. Brilliant.

[@taylorkoenig3123]

I was crying within minutes. She's incredible.

[@R.senals_Arsenal]

That's my favorite album too, the Trapper & The Furrier and Small Bills are both just amazing. I like Coin best off the new one and wow the One Man's Prayer is so wickedly disturbing and true and crazy good too. She's Awesome!

[@longtimenoob6041]

First song of hers I heard was “That Time” and it still hits.

[@MakaykayLAMB]

I literally started crying when she started playing and singing because… the uniqueness of Regina is incomparable, it’s not something everyone will understand especially when you listen to her music but when you get it, you really GET IT. she’s so talented. Ugh, I want to see her live.

[@John-nk3ej]

Literally? Like, literally??

[@Alphacentauri819]

@@hj5520 John has issues...all their comments are dismissive of others. It's like they really deeply dislike themselves and are spewing/projecting it outwards. It's actually sad.

[@OBecs]

This was probably the most emotionally charged version of Apres Moi I've seen.

[@aniximander]

Simply mesmerizing.

[@9000nin]

I've always loved Apres Moi, but it got another layer for me after February 2022. The part sung in russian, Pasternak's poem "February" saying how depressing and dark this month is just got now another, even more menacing meaning here as a comment from another video of Apres Moi (translated): "I'm listening to it in Ukraine now. I recalled this song at the beginning of the war, in February, and sang it sobbing to the sound of shelling. I don’t fully understand what it is about, but for me it will forever be the anthem of Russia’s war against Ukraine!"

[@andrewchaffee3133]

Wife and I walked out to Samson for our wedding. The service was very casual, just a quick Lake Tahoe wedding at a casino, but every time I hear this song it makes me cry remembering the day and how I felt walking down the aisle to marry the woman I love.

[@rainy5517]

Her voice sounds the same it did ten years ago. Incredible. Brings back so much memories

[@danashram]

I don't get it, why is she not the most famous artist in the world?! love everything she does.

[@Tyrannosaurus_5000]

All her songs are basically the same.

[@smurfette_blues7922]

Not many artists in this style really get big. The only one I can think of is Adele. People just don't really care for cute and peculiar diddies they want obvious ballads. But Regina Spektor definitely deserves world fame.

[@mikhailwebb8377]

@@Tyrannosaurus_5000 according to an hater

[@HotRockinAngie]

@tyrannosaurus_5000 Lol, and I’m sure you’re a great musician for thinking to be able to judge in this way…

[@manolocorp]

"Après Moi" and "Samson", are two songs so different from each other, but she manages to deliver the proper feelings and emotions to us in an extremely sensitive and professional way. Hats off Regina, hats off.

[@Silverpicker]

Regina Spektor literally never disappoints. What an amazing show.

[@expoundamus]

Do you know what the word "literal" means?

[@Silverpicker]

@@expoundamus No, can you explain it?

[@elliottgarneau]

@@expoundamuswhen has she disapointed

[@inframinced6698]

It totally breaks me that she is still on the verge of tears singing Loveology after over...a decade?

[@alphonzosolorzano5011]

Oh Regina, how we've missed you so. Goosebumps all over. Thank you NPR

[@StandardGabriel]

Samson sounds exactly as it always have been every time she sings it, recorded or live. Breath taking.

[@elsamoz1757]

She’s one of the most creative songwriters I have ever heard ❤

[@plainjane3776]

Didn't plan on crying today but here we are

[@xHektorx]

Her voice takes me back over a decade to a time when I could still believe strongly in humanity as a viable concept. It's interesting hearing her now in the bleakness. Thank you for bringing this purity to us - I'll try to keep the tears to a minimum.

[@ambry99]

This comment is highly relatable.

[@wesllow]

In the early 2000s I traveled to see a little Regina show circa Soviet Kitsch and it was just a room full of people in a little venue standing around her at the piano singing us songs for a few hours… a little tiny desk concert before tiny desk was a thing. Thank goodness this magic is being spread out into the world.

[@hharoldsteven]

I just cried, she was the most influencial artist during my youth and I never really outgrown her, I just got to know more music but whenever I hear any of her songs or albums again, I feel like home, she makes me feel invencible somehow, a mix between human and god, her art has a temple in my soul.

[@apatris]

wow i feel the same way.

[@Ajdizzle4rizzle]

Same. About 16 years ago

[@thelephantparade]

Regina's music was the soundtrack to my teenage years. I'm crying happy tears as the memories come flooding back. What a gift 🙏

[@johnwest3509]

sent form a music heaven just for us!!!

[@Pard0ned]

I haven't listened to Regina in years now - not for any real reason, though. I forgot how nostalgic she is. She was the soundtrack of one specific year, 2006, for me. 12 months of her Begin to Hope and Soviet Kitsch albums being played constantly - really any time I listened to any kind of music. And I was 18, just got a new girlfriend, got a new job and went to America on holiday for the first, and only, time. I didn't really have any major responsibilities to deal with and was able to do and go wherever I wanted - and I listened to Regina Spektor. She is the embodiment of nostalgia for me. Makes me feel at home - kinda like finally seeing an old friend again after years of no contact. It's so weird that music can do that, but I love it - and I forgot quite how much I loved Regina and especially those albums. They're so very dear to me. Thanks NPR for getting the best guests - genuinely this is the best music channel on KZbin!

[@alexandrasavely6222]

Beautiful words. I completely resonate

[@Lucs21fRecorder]

I love how she makes a little joke about liking the set before immediately jumping into the intense piano and emotion of Apres Moi

[@hannahruthwalker6867]

I saw her in Mexico last year and cried during the whole set to my husbands dismay 🤣 - what is it about Regina Spektor just magic poetic songwriting and music that carries you away!!!! Sublime!!!!!

[@chawanavaughn]

Npr is kicking up the nostalgia 😫 Regina's voice & range is spectacular 👌🏾

[@robynviljoen2887]

Mm! Those golden oldies! Wasn't planning on crying, but here we are 😭

[@genevievehayeur1190]

😘

[@semillerimages]

Fabulous. The music she makes is so beautiful and so authentic. Cheers Ms. Spektor and NPR and thank you!

[@darrenbennett5166]

Ive been suffering with anxiety for a couple of years, during which time, i lost the love of music. Whyle listening to this just now, i had a realisation that i love music again. These words cannot ever convey what im feeling right now. Thankyou. x

[@bethanythatsme]

Can very much relate

[@John-nk3ej]

@@bethanythatsme everyone can relate lol, because everyone feels anxiety every day. Lol I "suffered" from anxiety 5 min ago

[@genevievehayeur1190]

Same here, she brings it home where the soul is

[@oxsila]

@@John-nk3ej Everyone don't worry about this John guy. He said similar mouth garbage on another comment. Nothing but a bottom of the barrel troll. Moving on

[@kassandraayalasongs]

God, me too

[@RIGHT-IN-2]

I love her like family. Consequently, she is an important part of my daughter's upbringing and my wife's joy. If I ever saw her do Oedipus live I would need help out of the hall. One can dream! My only regret is not having to share Regina's music with my Odessa-born Mom before she passed. My favorite Riverdale Jew! Muah!

[@Observer-cp4if]

I love this woman! She's a treasure!

[@11Garrett11]

For real WOW

[@andrewsmith7425]

This is goofiest and most authentic tiny desk. The intimacy of her lyrics and voice, presense is disarming.

[@readingtimewithpickle]

She just keeps getting better and better. That was the BEST live performance of Apres Moi I have ever seen her give.

[@DeadlyHippo]

Literally the most beautiful voice I've ever heard/anyone may ever hear. It's staggering how amazing she can sing and compose. Sidenote, here song selection was top tier. Couldn't think of a better set list for anyone who loves her music. Even learned a new song from her 2022 album I had not listened to yet.

[@jodestolo]

I can’t explain how much this means to me. Loveology alone. Wow. She’s wonderful

[@josephgarguilo]

Her ability to convey the same nostalgia with her voice in the song Fidelity from 2006, 14 years later - is why she is a deity in my opinion. This is an artist who truly helps us all feel less alone in the world. We love you Regina.

[@Ewr42]

Oh wow, I've heard of her before but this is my first time actually hearing her sing She ain't human, that is immediately obvious, she's no less than an Angel or straight up God in human form I'm in awe

[@longtimenoob6041]

Her body of work is really diverse too. She’s amazing.

[@MakaykayLAMB]

The talent is just… ugh. She will ALWAYS have a special Place in my heart. No one is like Regina.

[@marieeveduchesne]

Chills, as she played Loveology and then on the brink of tears as she played Becoming All Alone. Wow.

[@Wiley_Coyote]

Becoming All Alone especially impressed me.

[@thatgirl1494]

Man, I need to revisit the music that fueled me all those years ago. My toxic trait was singing Apres Moi (and others) out loud thinking I sounded just like her while walking down those Philly Streets.

[@monicapercich4587]

Was my toxic trait SINGING IT FOR MY “SENIOR THESIS” ?! 😂❤❤❤❤

[@thatgirl1494]

@@monicapercich4587 Pleasure to meet you😂😂 We both got away with it though!

[@gabiburns2289]

Glad to have found my people in the comments. My poor husband has to hear me belt this out on the regular and just grins and bears it. Sounds good to my ears though lol

[@mrpandabites]

How is it that Regina has barely aged a day since the release of Soviet Kitsch? I'm so happy to see her on Tiny Desk. ❤😁

[@icanseewater]

She is on a league of her own. Evergreen! So thrilled for this!! XX

[@ilikeitdark13]

So underrated and underappreciated. One of the best, always has been.

[@kkatmom]

This is why I love Tiny Desk, finding great artists! I’ve never heard of her, but my goodness, I’ll never forget her! Thank you!

[@max_mittler]

one of the greatest poets and melody makers of all time. not to mention her heavenly singing and playing

[@PaigeA6741]

I saw her tonight in Chicago and cried and cried. It was a dream come true after over a decade of wanting to see her live, it finally happened and she was perfect. So here I am, not ready for it to be over, so I’m watching as much Regina content as I can find. She’s always been one of my favs. Samson is one of my fav songs of all time and I named my sweet dog Samson after it. She played it as the encore tonight and I sobbed

[@caram227]

I’m seeing her tonight in Evanston, fully prepared to cry and cry. I know it’s going to be a beautiful night of beautiful music and weather 🥰

[@PaigeA6741]

@@caram227 have the best time!!! I saw her again last night in Milwaukee… so anazing

[@sqprout]

It's been about ten years since I listened to Regina's songs. All my nerves focus on the music when you sing. Thank you, Regina. You are all time legend for me. I send you big love from South Korea.

[@Fujjums]

Begin to Hope came out when I was a freshmen in high school, and I was immediately spellbound by Apres Moi. The Russian verse captivated me in a way that is hard to describe, but I felt this need to learn the language. I started taking Russian courses in college, including a study abroad summer before completing a minor in it, and it's all because of Regina Spektor's insane talent. Thank you Regina, your music has had such a strong positive impact on my life.

[@RM-vz3ly]

So cool to hear your story!!! I was also spellbound by Apres Moi! The Russian verse captivated me so much I would listen to it over and over and recite it and write it down in Russian. I literally would listen to her music every day on the way to college, her voice has always been so hypnotic to me and intense and enticing! I was studying Russian at the time and I always dreamed about the day I would become a better Russian language speaker. 11 years later and I’m still loving that song, speaking the language and going to visit the country next month to see my boyfriend there. Regina had a massive positive impact on my life too ❤️ always gave me hope ❤️❤️❤️

[@IvanIvanov-ni8ke]

Russian verse is a poem by Boris Pasternak

[@RM-vz3ly]

@@IvanIvanov-ni8ke Indeed!! It inspired me to learn more about Russian writers also! 🥰❤️

[@BarrettBoards]

similar for me! needed a foreign language and ultimately chose Russian largely because of Regina and Apres Moi

[@RM-vz3ly]

@@BarrettBoards it is amazing - the influence of music, it can really change the course of our lives without us evening know it is sometimes ❤️

[@marleyyates2995]

I never stopped listening.. So good to see her

[@j-mohunter5670]

Ditto. Still, it's good to see so many new fans in the comments💪better late than never I always say

[@SLOdown805]

I never stopped listening either. This was a nice refresh to my ears of her amazing voice, lyrics, and presence. Her voice cuts into my heart.

[@boxofboommike]

you almost forget it’s just her and the piano during Apres Moi. there’s so much going on musically, it sounds so full and commanding

[@tommasosilvestro]

gurl , it's a nice song but no, there's not a lot going on musically - the left hand is going over the same progression of bass notes and the right hand is hitting the same chords over and over again. That's literally it.

[@boxofboommike]

@@tommasosilvestro I’m not talking about the chord progression, I’m talking about the magic of her overall performance. It has nothing to do with how technically difficult it is to play. if you don’t get that, I’m sorry for you…gurl.

[@tommasosilvestro]

@@boxofboommike can you not just admit you might have used the wrong words instead of twisting it trying to say that I do not understand it (when I also added that it's a nice song)? It's not a crime you know? You said there's so much going on musically and to that I answered there simply is not much going on musically. Had you mentioned her interpretation and the vibe you're getting from the performance like you then did in reply to my comment, I wouldn't have mentioned chord progressions or anything having to do with the complexity of the music. Simple as.

[@transitionaccount6022]

@@tommasosilvestro gurl, dynamics are definitely part of musicality, they're key in what distinguish gould from schiff and their interpretation of at times predictable arrangements is literally what makes them the musicians they are. Also it's a testament to Regina's musicianship that the same chords can sound so varied and almost driven independently from her. The same three notes on a music box can impress with their musicality if arranged right. Raindrops can have musicality. It's an art form, it's been noticed by however many liked the comment and it's pretty arrogant and pedantic (aside from simply incorrect) to assume the number of chords could define this. Hope these words are specific enough for you

[@boxofboommike]

@@tommasosilvestro I didn’t use the “wrong words” - I said there is so much going on musically - meaning her performance, her vocal, her piano playing, the lyrics, the songwriting itself. You’re the one who decided to reply to that in a condescending way. The same way it’s condescending to say “there simply is not much going on musically.” Like what is your goal here? To feed your own ego by showing how much you know about music and chord progressions? Congrats.

[@andrewprevost]

I'd definitely heard of Regina Spektor. I knew the name. I knew she was a musician. But I don't think I'd actually ever heard a song of hers before watching this - at least not knowing it was her. But this performance was absolutely spell-binding, from the first second to the last. Not for the first time, Tiny Desk, I have to thank you for helping me discover a marvelous performer I never even knew I needed to know about.

[@Mopita]

I recommend Live in London - amazing dvd and album. And her beginnings are quirk and remarkable. The albums Mary Ann and The Gravediggers and Soviet Kitch are non-famous jewels.

[@francocrosa1073]

You may know it for the soundtrack of some TV series or movies, like Orange Is The New Black or 500 Days Of Summer

[@moihawk666]

I'm glad you finally found her after mmmm 21 years of making music. tiny desk makes miracles happen

[@wokery]

@@Mopita god i love soviet kitsch

[@frankneumann3206]

same here... mindblowing!

[@MistressOP]

This woman needs a Broadway musical story if she doesn't already have one. Après moi was stunning. Ive only heard the studio version.

[@xBradsrucax]

This woman can always make me smile/cry. Just lovely.

[@bethanythatsme]

Weeping & laughing listening 💜

[@lingu7733]

I've been listening to Regina since I was 15. I'm 29 now and I've built up a little studio in my house. Regina if you ever see this you are one of my greatest inspirations. I have been in love for 15 years now with your songwriting, your sound, your thoughts. Thank you for all of it.

[@mkind6479]

like many others i listened to regina a lot in middle school and high school. i'll be honest she has slipped my mind for the last 7 years or so but i'm so happy i heard her again by chance and now here i am watching this beautiful performance and reading all the sentimental comments. if anyone is reading this i hope you're doing well.

[@shoota117]

Never even heard of her and she blew me away.....Amazing.

[@clownfashion]

😲You are so lucky to get to hear her for the first time! She has so much amazing music! You are in for a beautiful journey!

[@nones100]

I'd start with Far but Also What we saw from the cheap seats she's incredible

[@DefenestrateYourself]

I’d start with Begin to Hope and Soviet Kitsch. Best of her oeuvre

[@HCaulfield115]

Try to find her live albums. There are bunch out there and all are great especially the early ones

[@genevievehayeur1190]

Welcome to the family and enjoy fellow human! 😘

[@samandaaguinaga3084]

My ex introduced me to Regina, I was about to text him about her NPR performance but.. told myself to enjoy it. I didn't realize how much this performance would impact my night. I wasn't expecting to cry tears of joy while watching her. In fact.. I was so proud of myself to let the past go for a while, sit back, enjoy my snack (cucumbers with lime and tajin), and truly feel my body relax in the moment. This was what I needed and i thank you Regina for spreading your wonderful music and your creative spirit.❤️

[@chinasaozonsi7106]

So proud of you

[@gkawas6780]

Pepino and Tajin 😍. Sounds perfect for this

[@daypeanut4406]

this is a soul comment 💛 i love those moments when you're not alone- you're with yourself.

[@belindadomingo]

Same!

[@sophiahelix]

I was introduced to her by two friends I’m not close to anymore for difficult reasons…same thing, I wanted to send the link but decided to have my own experience with this video instead of remembering the concert we all went to 15 years ago. 💙

[@amusicment4829]

She’s so cute and fun and brilliant and poignant. I don’t know why I cried throughout this. Absolutely unique.

[@coreyjeffrey4637]

Hearing Apres Moi in 2022 hits a bit differently in the most powerful of ways. Every song was as perfect as the studio version, what an incredible artist!

[@santimg94]

I remember listening to Samson like 10 or 11 years ago. I was in high school and used to share Regina's song with one of my best friends from that time while we talked overnight. I was in some kind of depressive stuff and that helped me a lot. Now I totally lost contact with my friend and know nothing about her life. While listening to this song (years without doing it lol) i definitely thought about her. Very emotional moment. I really hope she's doing fine. Nobody cares about this but I really needed to share.

[@moschinopumps]

I care. I’ve lost touch with one or two best friends-soul mates-over the years and the gnawing grief of that loss never really leaves you no matter how faint it is.

[@deusdragonex]

I definitely empathize. I used to listen to the entire Begin to Hope album on repeat around the time that I had a best friend who I lost contact with as well. I've tried to find him over the years, but it hasn't happened. I hope he's doing well, and I hope you and your old friend are well also. Cheers.

[@vstam390]

@@moschinopumps couldn't agree more. Sometimes can't even talk about her without crying.

[@vstam390]

Yeh this was surreal reading. That friend for me, introduced me to Regina.

[@VeritableSmorgasbord]

Hey, I clicked ‘Read More’ didn’t I?

[@waywest8138]

how is her music fragile, strong, sad, funny, afraid, and hopeful all at once?

[@0babul0]

Nicely put!

[@andrew5222]

how is it that all your comments are the same?

[@waywest8138]

@@andrew5222 they’re not but creepy of you to notice?