Rose Cousins "The Benefits of Being Alone" OFFICIAL

[@e7venjedi]

This is a masterclass in songwriting. I heard this on the radio and couldn't believe that such [seemingly] "normal, everyday language" had such beautiful flow with the melody, and so interesting and captivating. I'm blown away.

[@rosecousins]

thank you so much!

[@e7venjedi]

​@@rosecousins No, thank you for such determination to put out such fantastic music even when the "industry" doesn't seem to want to reward you as handsomely as you deserve -- yet ;-) ... The thing that blows me away about this song is that it feels like something any one of us could have written in our journal, or the words that an amatuer songwriter would write that would sound terribly cheesy when actually put to music -- but somehow you make it work brilliantly. P.S. I get a 'Beatles' vibe. I'd love to hear a Sgt. Peppers version of this if you find a way ;-)

[@arthurdent4209]

Thats true tho. It almost feels like a musical song with how smoothly it flows

[@PROGROCK-tr9hw]

Not sure if she's into Sarah Harmer or not, but this reminds me so much of Sarah.

[@calgarywino]

This song should become a timeless classic; it has a catchy, hummable and memorable melody and comfortable tempo. The arrangement is terrific and subject matter most can relate to. As a musician it was also a joy to hear real 'horns' ! Since I heard it on CBC it's been in my mind's ear so much that I had to look it up on KZbin. Thanks for restoring some faith in modern song writing and performance.

[@s.f.dejong6027]

"Could be six days to find my body gone" 😂. Love this song! Great vid!

[@TheMysticSaint]

A ballad both positive and sad for all of us who have never found someone to share the journey with. Thanks for making this song.

[@lengman2112]

I can’t get over this song. It has struck a chord.

[@braddywarbucks]

About time somebody made a tune that doesn't sell the fact that you need to be paired up with somebody to be happy.

[@Samsqautch]

There aren’t words to describe how much I love this song.

[@iancarter2153]

Brilliant ... Rose makes Prince Edward Island proud!

[@marlaerwin3610]

Love the haloed images of Patti Smith, Madonna, David Bowie, and Stevie Nicks but I can’t make out who that is on the laptop at about 0:24. Prince?

[@LeviGangiMusic]

Besides how amazing this song is, the two best things about this video are her putting her night guard in her mouth (I can relate) and the portrait of Stevie Nicks! So glad I discovered Rose's music.

[@ed7hanke]

3. The dog. ❤

[@m000riah]

Heard this on CBC today! Instantly captivated! Also particularly relevant at this time! Hope you're listening to the benefits of being alone! And stay safe!

[@chrisreid4507]

Great Message for those who are mostly alone...and get used to 'alone-ness...but nevertheless are still sometimes a bit lonely...but maybe that is part of the human condition...

[@EucalyptusBougainvillea]

Such a talent!! Rose Cousins sounds even better live!!!!!

[@BobbyMurrayBluesGuitar]

What an artist you are! I played with one for over twenty years, my late boss - Ms. Etta James.

[@rosecousins]

wow! thanks so much

[@theallantaylor]

This is a random song that I have just stumbled across, and this song honestly made me tear up a bit. This song legit just made me feel okay with........being alone

[@atmmachine11]

Very late to this but I heard it on CBC today during a tiring shift at work, and it instantly reminded me of my mom. She's a very strong person and has been single most of her life including now. I sent her this song tonight after I got home and she was really happy to hear it. P.S. This is such a great song.

[@oddlyeven1441]

My new anthem!!! Hell yes! Great song and video!

[@marym361]

I spot a Tim Baker record! It's no surprise that my favourite Canadian songwriters listen to one another :)

[@allvegansaretall4157]

only 3k subs? Damn girl you're about to go superfamous. Get ready

[@markbeatty524]

Love the tongue in cheekiness of this. Well done.

[@jennarussell1537]

Rose, this is exactly the song my heart has been looking for without knowing it. 💛

[@LisaMorrisonWellness]

Just got home where I live alone, and I couldn't agree with you more Rose! I love this song and really enjoyed the video. Very unique and creative.

[@kylegresham5905]

Clever song and great video! And with the treadmill too? OK Go better watch out.

[@briancole833]

So Happy for Rose .......yeh tumble roll pick yourself up and stroll.....congrats

[@sangstda]

Oh my goodness...This is incredibly awesome. Love it!!!!!

[@MikeGilligan54]

Great song Rose - a blend of humour, reality and pathos - made me smile. Hope you get back to the UK soon

[@StashWyslouch]

yeah ! !

[@alisonhogan188]

Just saw this, from my couch, drinking coffee on Planet Bathrobe. You must be reading my mail. : ) BRILLIANT!

[@kevinmalone6132]

I love your humor! And you could make anything sound beautiful...cute song.

[@rosecousins]

thank you!

[@kevinmalone6132]

@@rosecousins you're welcome!

[@grahamistearingup]

I'm not gonna lie, I cry to this song.

[@susanhoyt3727]

Wow! This is a wonderful song! Saw you in Massachusetts with Mary Chapin Carpenter, several years ago -love your voice and your lyrics!

[@adamanderson225]

Just heard this song of yours on CBC radio......thanks it made me smile today. And that means a lot 🙂

[@michael5089]

Fantastic song. Just discovered you via e Town and The Milk Carton Kids!!! Which by the way I loved also that rendition on Wild World!! Maybe you come to the UK one day!! Love to you!!💯🤙🎧🎶💖📁🎙️🎹🎤

[@rosecousins]

I'll be there in May! Stay in touch on my website

[@locke2523]

This is my song for myself going into 2022 lol it has taken awhile but I feel mostly content with just me. Thanks for this lovely song ❤️

[@megstock4634]

Rose, your show last night at the Danforth Music Hall was unforgettable! Thank you for your music, it has touched me deeply!

[@drkellymac]

I just "discovered" this artist today - looking at videos of the Milk Carton Kids. What a blessing she is. I am an instant fan.

[@christianearlsabijon3430]

I discovered this song randomly on spotify, while i wasn't able to pick the songs due to being busy on work. And was instantly hooked. Thank you busy work day!

[@lailazerintasnim1981]

Your voice makes me wanna touch the horizon.and the fact that I can't,it makes me restless.oh sweet restlessness 🙂 Thank you for this 😊

[@katrinaw5324]

I've got that tote bag! :D

[@rosecousins3683]

Katrina W carry it proudly!!

[@jokautzman2971]

Love this, brilliant! You are such a fun loving woman with such an amazing heart and soul! Never alone #youarechosen

[@michaelhermiston]

a wide eyed smile of delight... so darn catchy, clever and inspiring!

[@athan8320]

I love this song!

[@fredconnors]

That was a good one!

[@palangnar3588]

Nice song, i saw your concert last night in Halifax at Dal art, was good.

[@susanolson184]

Love love love this song and video

[@aaronlarson8095]

Man she has a fantastic voice and is pretty cute too

[@gillybobbles]

Love it and the video too 😍👍👏❤️

[@melodystangmusic]

All of these examples of solo life are extremely relatable! A clever satire on a musicians self-induced isolation, with a positive spin. So catchy! Love you and your songwriting Rose, thanks for doing what you do. #melodystangmusic

[@michaelloria5058]

WOW - What an awesome song!

[@sarahwilkinson6783]

I love this SO MUCH. Amazing!

[@bugsbunny2501]

I discovered this song randomly on spotify, while i wasn't able to pick the songs due to being busy on work. And was instantly hooked. Thank you busy work day1

[@christianearlsabijon3430]

wth u copied my comment

[@mintus88]

this is awesome! Congrats Rose and Shehab on a wonderful video.

[@ghenderson6717]

I would love to like this video a thousand times

[@chillbeach7322]

City living anthem.

[@rosecousins]

amen

[@chillbeach7322]

@@rosecousins ✌️

[@grifkun8349]

Hi Rose, long time Radio 2 listener, you were the instrumental (no pun intended) in my break-up and my recovery. St john's resident who hopes I'll see you in concert someday. Beyond that, thanks for everything, and writing the anthem for the benefits and reality of being alone.

[@terryanderson1488]

high quality music and lyrics should be in some big movie ST

[@rosecousins]

AGREED!!

[@lemayelaine]

terrific! keep 'em coming, Rose! your funny melancholy brilliance always comes through ☺️

[@SarahJonestoo]

Awesome!

[@Samsqautch]

I love you Rose Cousins. :)

[@JuanFlores-mw3lk]

I love her.

[@iagrant1899]

What a perfect song in every way. Heard it recently on a Saturday morning on CBC and haven't been able to forget it. Most songs lose some magic after you've listened to them a hundred times...not this one.

[@dameedna]

Rose &Jonny, I couldn’t place this song when I first heard it. Was it new? Was it old? But it didn’t matter. It’s timeless and superb. Congratulations! Don’t stop writing. -William

[@KarlaAdolpheMusic]

YOU ARE A GENIUS!

[@grifkun8349]

I'm going through a difficult spot in my relationship right now, and thing song helped me realize no matter what, it's gonna be okay. Thank you creating this. Sending good vibes from Newfoundland.

[@rosecousins]

vibes back

[@cellomina]

Seriously, the best!!

[@cellomina]

And of course, the lady who blaze...

[@rosecousins]

thanks mina!!!!

[@stephencification]

I really really really really really really love it!

[@TheFrogSea]

This is simply beautiful. Such a wonderful beat, message, and voice. 😍

[@elizabethkvistad958]

Loved your music and humor ever since seeing you open for mcc in WI. This is great!!

[@newenglandtrucker6049]

Love it!!

[@barbbombardir8854]

Fantastic song, fantastic video and a lovely mesmerizing voice.

[@TommyAdair]

I love this!

[@alicepocock8011]

My song for sure!! Love it!!

[@mickiebowe]

I love this song so much! 🍀

[@lemayelaine]

Jeez, Rose. This has got to be the most underrated song of 2019.... sigh. You are a true artist. Seen you live a couple of times and would go to great trouble to do it again! :)

[@AmbiguousFiddle]

You are a queen!x

[@GiselleArsenault]

I spy a Villages LP! ❤

[@mercyside7953]

bravo!!!!!! this song just became my love at 1st sight. I love it.it is a very underrated, it's very creative and nice voice, one of the best.my heart is warmed.thank you!!!!

[@megmclachlanvoiceovers1103]

Hi Rose! Just heard you on the CBC! Good luck at the ECMAs!

[@blueprintsymphonic]

I love this album 😍

[@glennrigby]

What an astonishingly beautiful song, just perfect. So well written

[@andypetrovich2155]

Hey, when are you coming to Michigan?

[@rosecousins]

not sure but probably next year in Ann Arbor I suspect!

[@rosecousins]

I would say next year for sure. hopefully Ann Arbor!

[@darrengibson135]

So sweet and funny. I hope you meant it to be.

[@elizabethkvistad958]

Do you have any t-shirts available can't seem to find anything on your website.. First heard you perform opening for MCC and the music was great and your sense of humor wonderful. Love this song. Both versions.

[@rosecousins]

I just put them up in the last two days! rosecousins.bandcamp.com/merch

[@elizabethkvistad958]

@@rosecousins Thank you. I think I'll get a t-shirt and a poster. Always should have a place in our heart for a dog.

[@amenjafri6422]

I'd love to hear the inspiration behind this song! I'm working on a doc on self-marriage and this fits perfectly with the themes we are exploring. I'm going to share this on our FB page, The Day I Said "I Do" to Myself 😊

[@sonyabergin]

I understand that the song is highlighting the idea of being independent and, perhaps I am reading too much into the video, but I am wondering if the ending hints at a bit of loneliness. At the end, when Rose comes off of the treadmill, it is silent and she kind of looks around a few times (as if to look to see if anyone is waiting around after the video had been finished being made).

[@kiroolioneaver8532]

The Reprise version of this track on the album (more stripped back and sombre) hints at this as well

[@sarapellerin5442]

Oh my gosh, this is great. ❤ I want to know what all the albums are... I think the first one is Fortunate Ones, and the last mmmmmmmaybe Blue?

[@rosecousins]

Jenn Grant, Don Brownrigg, Villages, Tim Baker, Charlotte Cornfield!

[@rosecousins]

oh and Fortunate Ones

[@Bumper-er4ss]

Does anyone know if there's an instrumental version available?

[@christophertwomey1664]

Not bad, not bad at all

[@janetwebster5099]

This should be the theme song of Covid - 19

[@msdee7444]

But, . . .she's not alone. There's so many people around her. ;)

[@joeneighbour3750]

I know that I couldn't have been in a better place for Tomorrow, Mik..... :-D Sometimes, is never a bad time, 2get 2 know yourself a little better.... :< 3

[@moshbaseball5951]

Shoot a videos and work out on a tread mill. Excellent multi-tasking. (-:

[@christopherfernandes4401]

Great song and a fantastic singer. However the video is limited due to the cheap production value.