Snail Mail - "Ben Franklin" (Official Music Video)

"Ben Franklin" is taken from the album 'Valentine' by Snail Mail, out now on Matador Records. Order / stream here: snailmail.ffm....
Directed by Josh Coll
Produced by W. Ian Ross & Emily Miller
Production Manager: Hannah Tom
1st Assistant Director: W. Ian Ross
Director of Photography: Alexa Carroll
1st Assistant Camera: Seana Rogovin
Gaffer: Ja’rel Ivory
Key Grip: Jaycob “Marshall” Rodriguez
Makeup Artist: Yumi Kaizuka
Hair Stylist: Neil Grupp
Hair Assistant: Drew Martin
Styled by Alexa Lanza & Ash Williams
Stylist Assistant: Tawnee Clifton
Choreographer/Movement Director: Hannah Garner (2nd Best Dance Company)
Location Manager: Justin Scutieri
Production Assistant: Erinrose Mager
Puppy Wrangler: Roxy Alberts
Snakey Wrangler: Mick Beauduy
Puppy: Mayo
Snakey: Lexus
Post-Production Supervisor: Justin Scutieri
Edited by: Colleen McLaughlin & Oshy Olly
Assistant Editors: B. Wellington, Julio Tom
Animation: Eli Rogin
Color by Irving Harvey
Color Producer: Paul DeKams
Colorist: Matthew Greenberg
Production Services: Grease NYC
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[@simplykoa]

and when the world needed her the most, she came back

[@natelan69420]

This.

[@heatherdurds]

She and mitski heard our cries

[@jbasti227]

@@heatherdurds Thanks for this, been wondering when Mitski would drop something new and didn’t realize she did

[@segnido]

she didnt go anywhere though. this is just how long it takes to make a record lol

[@goyovista]

Nah. The world doesn't really need it. Not bad, but certainly not on the level of other artists.

[@sargentsalty3631]

This album is going to be something special everything she touches is a golden dream

[@lauren-tg3of]

pun intended?

[@skii1410]

Nice.

[@pamzoh1230]

truly

[@ah4902]

I see what you did there

[@layla7484]

Yea! You can just tell she has full control of her musicality!

[@karma______]

This song is such a departure from Snail Mail's previous sound in the best way possible. Their sound has matured, as I am sure she has significantly since the last release. I am really loving the deeper and darker vibes on this record. Something I can relate to a little more nowadays.

[@jacksoncolvett]

0 rye pop into 10pp to the pl program po pl l

[@erenix3909]

ill take the grunge indie over this

[@partofthetribe3277]

Definitely an evolution for the better

[@splinter360]

_"Like a relapse does when you really try and damn this time I really tried"_ That line hits hard. I've never been in rehab but I think anyone who's ever tried something that they've struggled with and failed, then finally give it their absolute all just to fail again - can relate.

[@stevenbconrad]

Can confirm

[@mikerhistory]

'Don't act like you never met me' hits me every time. Great song and a beautiful album.

[@ericwirfs5578]

Tbh, I wasnt a huge fan on the first listen, but have fully turned around on this track after a few more listens! So psyched for this album!!!

[@davlor86]

I didn’t like on the first listen either, but now I’m realizing it’s actually a good song, I even find it better than valentine but I’m still not convinced with her voice, i miss her previous albums voice

[@lac0rde]

The best songs take some time to sink in

[@seespencer]

Well you sound like a fuckin idiot, congrats

[@TheBenballs99]

I felt the same. Added to my Playlist anyway because something in the back of my head told me I'd like it. I'm learning to listen to that little voice more often

[@davlor86]

@@TheBenballs99 now that I’ve heard the album I find her new voice really good actually, specially on the acoustic songs, she expresses and transmits what she wants to say really well

[@ponderpigeon]

The way the chorus comes back in after the slight mood change is just incredible.

[@Visible_Quin]

I love their style of alternative . This album is solid

[@MrUnicornKiller]

Bruhhhhh the prep styling. The track. The dancing. The amazing style progression. This is all I ever wanted.

[@hoilam5239]

That 'huh, honey?' hits perfectly.........

[@ughaghost]

Serving "Do you know who my dad is" looks in this video. The instrumental is so strong here, the bass when it kicks in, wooo.

[@KP-in4ql]

She’s so hot in a privileged New England way

[@Rnzxmusic]

the growth in her lyricism and musically too

[@marcmcstay5921]

Yup. Agree! Totally new sound and vibe…next creative evolution. I’m really diggin it!

[@davlor86]

I think it’s called Ben Franklin because of the “Ben Franklin effect”

[@AlexCookaacook]

Ben Franklin is the Snail Mail O.G. He was the 1st Postmaster General. Back then mail delivery was super slow and inconsistent. To improve it he invented a horse-and-buggy with a special wheel that clicked every mile or so. They he hopped in and embarked on an epic journey over 1,500 miles to log the distances between post offices on the east coast. He also launched night-time transit of letters. He set the stage for 1-3 day letter delivery all over the USA. Recently delivery of letters and postcards has slowed and become inconstant again; yes in part because of the pandemic but mostly because of political meddling and a desire to make the USPS private and turn a profit. We need another Ben Franklin to turn this ship around.

[@scottflores2502]

awesome comment man! I really appreciate that info!! thanks, again!

[@Corndogg316]

Don’t forget about his freaky sex parties while in Europe. Dude was a freak.

[@coryjones8045]

This song just hits different when your fresh out of rehab or right off a relapse. Good track. Thanks

[@stevenbconrad]

Best wishes to all of us that relate to this comment

[@patient666zero]

This album will be my best lonely valentine soundtrack.

[@valiantmarcelo1178]

She's literally in full control!

[@benthompson9576]

Damn, really loving the aesthetic and the way your voice is sounding on these singles. So excited for the album!

[@Maximusringrock]

This is a real grower, love it more each time I listen. It's getting up there w Thinning and Heat Wave for me now

[@lunarlex9734]

I cannot WAIT TO SEE YOU THIS NOVEMBER, currently crying and shitting my pants 🤧

[@onlineguy1984]

Jesus i hope you're okay

[@scottlynch3246]

I just shit in my eyes

[@lunarlex9734]

@@scottlynch3246 damn lmk how that pink eye heals up 💀

[@scottlynch3246]

@@lunarlex9734 I’ll just pluck those croutons from my lids, and watch this video again. I’ll keep a moist towelette handy this go around though.

[@218maryland]

Crying AND shitting your pants at the same time??? Be careful

[@hasa___]

I love that riff that comes in at 2:09, so epic

[@LifeformX]

I've been viewing this music video on repeat since it's release. I love the song and video so much. It's such a perfect transformation from "Lush"

[@Jeff-hn8iy]

Can't wait for the new record. Lush is one of my all-time favs.

[@Stepbackbrick]

Her voice matured so much

[@heyhey1754]

HER DANCE MOVES really make the vid..the cuts are so in synch with her edgy moves at times. So masterful. Despite being a banger all together. I aspire to project this level of joy. Thank You Snail Mail

[@MassiveFish-hp4pm]

Hey you might like a band called The Doublejumps if you like Snail Mail

[@michaelross7153]

I know a tune when I hear one. This is a tune.

[@moose1689]

The sound engineering on this record 🙌 I found every listening time something new cool stuff.

[@andrewguerra9343]

It’s like the 90s transitioning into 2013 indie music.

[@davlor86]

I really thought she was going to bring the 90’s back when I heard her for first time, I’m kinda disappointed

[@adderon]

Sheryl Crow fronting Japanese Breakfast

[@heyhey1754]

I REALLY cannot stop listening to this. When its not playing, its playing in my head

[@SamplingPercussion]

lol, keep posing dork. This trash sucks.

[@deeeeeej]

oh yeah this is it this band is special, so happy to see ray and alex too

[@merylalexandrasop849]

The beauty team has been going awf for these last two video shoots. Gah damn

[@br6cevinyl]

This song always has me dancing so much! So excited to see her live

[@girlinpanic8790]

heaven's gates are about to open again 🕊

[@thewhatness]

What I'd give to be able to play Snail Mail 64. 🎮

[@andrewguerra9343]

Super Snail Mail 64 Commercial: Coming soon to Nintendo 64, a bored rock group taking a different route, spring is boring, the grown ups are gone, all they got is a phenomenal sound and a plan, with a python and a puppy. Super Snail Mail 64 Rated E for Everyone

[@SacWebDeveloper]

Coming to Nintendo Online + Expansion Pack

[@cpadhd]

the way her hair is wet half the time … this is so Lindsey. love everything about this.

[@mickwritesmaui]

I’m late to the party with Snail Mail, so seeing these videos after first only hearing “Valentine”, I really appreciate Ms. Jordan’s personality. She oozes with “fun”!

[@dartagnanbrown4804]

Came here from watching I saw the TV Glow. Liking what I'm hearing a lot. Thanks.

[@theaterobscura]

Yeah, Big Dawg!

[@k4000]

fantastic track!!!

[@claudedcommunitycentre]

That bridge though damn

[@celestemadden]

hell yeah

[@cameron7236]

my excitement for this album was already thru the roof now,,, what the fuck 2 of the best songs of the year

[@BaebyBear23]

Holy shit this chunky-ass base line to start the song 😍😍😍

[@irkinn.]

I like every song of her so excited to hear new stuff!

[@BradleyParkerbrad676]

This one was a real grower now its my no2 behind sailing

[@heylol3142]

lindsey jordan is officially the cutest human being on the goddamn planet

[@ibelieveicansoar]

Clairo has entered the chat

[@nathanphil2248]

I was going to like this comment but it has 69 likes rn so just know I liked it in spirit

[@heylol3142]

@@nathanphil2248 thank you, thank you

[@adderon]

@@ibelieveicansoar followed by Jay Som (yes the whole band)

[@FrankieNapster]

After Clairo

[@clonk_]

SAW THIS DROPPED AND ALMOST SCREAMED IN THE MILK AISLE

[@Dhiijesus]

Adoro os arranjos desse disco . Sonoridade incríveis Parabéns !!

[@243Abolerz]

I saw that they were coming to my town and I'm a fan now. Love the style, lyrics, and vocals.

[@EpicDB8]

This is great, I just find it amusing that this fashion style is what I would describe as 'Connecticut Yacht Grandpa.'

[@DIGITAL7Media]

This what you want and expect from every band. With each album they grow more and more musically, lyrically and kickassidly. This album is perfect

[@michael_v_m]

A new Snail Mail is born. Very poppy, funky and danceable. Nice!!

[@cimiv]

@2:08 the best guitar tone that has ever been recorded @2:13 OMFG PUPPY PUPPPPYPYPPYPYPYP PYUPUYPUYPUYPUPYPUYPPPPPPPPPPYYYYYYY

[@ellielynnette6158]

Ahh Yeahh, I really love it. Especially the drums and bass.

[@ivonnatrolue6747]

"And damn this time I really tried" This might be the best constructed chorus I've heard all year.

[@jonathanbailey5183]

This album rules so hard

[@MassiveFish-hp4pm]

Hey you might like a band called The Doublejumps if you like Snail Mail

[@TBSxDRUMS]

I have no idea what's happening, and that is exactly what I love. Great song, fun video!

[@samuelfoote5927]

These dance moves are sick

[@ceciliaaflores]

Lyrics: [Verse 1] Part two feels like spring I guess the shit just makes you boring Got money, I don’t care about sex You knew I would take it You brought her to flex [Chorus] Sucker for the pain huh, honey? But you said you'd die You wanna leave a stain Like a relapse does when you really try Damn, this time I really tried [Verse 2] Lived on, but nothing feels true Sometimes I hate her just for not being you Post rehab, I've been feeling so small I miss your attention, I wish I could call [Chorus] Sucker for the pain huh, honey? But you said you'd die You wanna leave a stain forеver But you said you'd die Said you would have diеd for me [Verse 3] Raised your voice to me Second time, I had to make myself believe I deserve it, I'm crazy But don't act like you never met me [Bridge] I never should have hurt you I've got the devil in me I've got the devil in me I've got the devil in me [Chorus] Sucker for the pain huh, honey? But you said you'd die You wanna leave a stain forever But you said you'd die Said you would have died for me

[@ceciliaaflores]

yes i got this from the genius website

[@MrANSELMO23]

there is definitely something missing in the first verse

[@SquareNoggin]

@@MrANSELMO23 Yeah and its the part I really wanted to get the lyrics for. What's she saying there? What shit just makes you boring?

[@skii1410]

@@SquareNoggin "all on my own guess, the shit just makes you boring

[@SquareNoggin]

@@skii1410 Yeah? I'm not hearing that tbh, but I dunno what I'm hearing so you're probably right. It just sounds like "oh uh oh uh ah guess, the shit just makes you boring" to me

[@joshthomas506]

Snail mail so fucking fire bruh

[@Alex-xv5gz]

These first two singles have genuinely been all I've been listening to. So excited for the album!! 🐌🖤

[@oliviahaus3620]

omg, might skip my sat to listen

[@batemanlife]

No other voice like this at the moment. Oh and a dog, hooray!

[@caydendoherty9850]

Man she doesn't miss. Cannot wait for the new album.

[@zoenoelle8844]

i now love this song

[@eimhin_]

I liked the part where the dog was like, this ice-cream belongs to me now

[@brendanpeck6121]

I love the puppy!

[@yooted99]

These music videos look so good!

[@CatholicGirl99]

hey is anyone else deeply in love with her music or

[@leighgarmon204]

SCREAMING, CRYING, PUNCHING THE AIR....I HAVE BEEN FED!!!!!

[@pace166]

I love it

[@DesusChristus]

my playlist could literally go from this to sepultura

[@wootsduper]

Im SOOO Hyped for the new album and tour, can't wait! 🥳

[@itselote]

i love the vocals ong i'm so excited for the album

[@hi_giggle]

i swear she put some kind of crack in this song, i can’t stop listening

[@marianagranadosgonzalez09]

Snail Mail and a puppy is everything I need in my life.

[@rxc538]

Nasty song right here

[@take_marsh]

Simple and clean

[@qriminal1648]

Good grief this is friggin infectious!

[@02sushidream]

so dope

[@beebee4963]

Snake + cereal is a vibe

[@serkanalkan8150]

Nice and cozy video clip! She sings w/o emotions.

[@JHoeked]

Snail Mail has a bit of a Pinegrove sound to them, like they could pull a little rock or country out of the hat and it'd probably work, but they do it best in that alternative area

[@miatmiatmiata]

the album is coming out on my birthday!!!

[@Noko744]

Consistent dog motif and I’m curious what it’s about. Also pretty cool that the Snail Mail 64 animation is actually being output to a CRT. You can still see it on in the background from different angles.

[@MassiveFish-hp4pm]

Hey you might like a band called The Doublejumps if you like Snail Mail

[@2bin]

This is the most adorkable thing I've witnessed today.

[@zooropa9]

Excited for this direction she's headed. The next few weeks until the album comes out will feel like years.

[@xx-ug9hn]

This and White Horses by Low are the best songs I’ve heard this year

[@aaaaaiiiiirrrrr]

Awwww YEAH

[@My_Voice_For_The_Voiceless]

❤

[@SwaggaMuffin]

I love they've got a puppy wrangler 😂🥰

[@russellflynn6937]

Pure TALENT,Awesome.... WATCH THIS SPACE FOLKS!

[@em38817]

Simply the best artist of our time.

[@nataliemae2356]

I appreciate her existence so much.

[@dj3k1]

babe wake up new snail mail just dropped

[@EAlessan]

So good to see Snail Mail back! Btw, I'd love to play Snail Mail 64 :P

[@michaelclyburn5858]

Wow!

[@MoRahVeya]

1:59 I deserve iIIIiiiitt, I'm craaaaaaazyyyyy buUt DoOn'T AaaACt lIkE YyOuU nEeeEVeEer MeT mEeeE

[@jonassbohrer]

YES QUEEN GIVE US EVERYTHING

[@oliviafonte7655]

SLAYYYYYYYYYYYY

[@Ava11350]

I am in love! I cannot wait to hear the whole album 😍