Softcult - Bird Song [official video]

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Director: Mercedes Arn-Horn
DOP: Iced Out Visuals
Editor: Mercedes Arn-Horn
Producer: Phoenix Arn-Horn
Mixed by: Chris Perry
Location Scout: Judy Horn
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lyrics:
life knocks you down
like a fist through the wall
and nothing comes easy
believe me, i know
cuz i've watched you fall
you locked yourself in
but i understand
cuz how can you trust them again?
motherfuckers like them never change
but maybe you can
you're so numb to it now
you tell everyone you'll get out
we both know you're running your mouth
you can't run from yourself
when you were young
the ghosts in the attic were all you could fathom
when you grew up
they followed you out of the house
we don't talk about it
you cover the mirrors
and stop all the clocks
but memories come back from the dead
try to lay them to rest
beside gran in the family plot
said you're "done with it now"
i heard that you up and left town
the phantoms that follow you around
are much scarier now than when you were young
the ghosts in the attic were all you could fathom
when you grew up
they followed you out of the house
we don't talk about it

[@bloodyroses8150]

i found the song "Take It Off" 10 minutes ago, and i guess i already love all of these songs, i love this sound

[@MyLifeAsLouis]

I was literally boringly scrolling the recommendations and Take It Off appeared. And I glad I clicked on it!

[@Softcultband]

thanks for checking it out!

[@iamavoidtrippergutterslush666]

Love you softcult! 🦅🕊🦅

[@THESLOWDEATHHOOKS]

best song

[@MagicThys]

epic bro thx

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

thanks for being here

[@ps5hasnogames55]

u ever gonna adress the fact u stole a song from loathe hm

[@ohno8774]

Youre a class act, lovely tunes, lovely social commentary and it pisses off all the right people

[@goargrind]

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[@pp3droo]

@@ps5hasnogames55 youre annoying af.

[@ohno8774]

@@ps5hasnogames55 Looks like we got a logical young man here

[@oneguy8466]

This song makes me weep . The vocal harmonies are off the hook !!! The lyrics hit hard " like a fist through the wall ".

[@Softcultband]

thank you so much, that means a lot

[@kidofdisgust]

I just want to lay on a field of grass, at night, with my eyes closed while this is stuck on repeat.

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

a vibe

[@dougmccoll6126]

Suggestion...after each 3 plays of Birdsong, have James Taylor's September Grass play. or pick your own ratio.

[@bimf456]

I realize I was born in the right generation. I love all your songs I first listened gloomy girl in my birthday 😭😭✌️❤️🖤

[@Softcultband]

[@eventide0116]

i recently finish listening to all of the songs, i love it all! now i found my new favourite band☕ i'm so excited for this one rn!

[@Softcultband]

aw thanks for listening

[@yoloparrot42]

Oh my god - this is life changing.

[@yoloparrot42]

24 hours later and still listening. This song is legit one of the most beautiful things I've ever heard. This is sincerely special.

[@josuesaraiva4530]

I started listening to their songs, I loved them all 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷😍😍🤘🏼🎧🎤

[@arianepoirier-greenwood2211]

This was powerful. I cried. Bird Song was already my favourite song and now, I love it even more. Thank you

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

aw merci ariane

[@minhaj_khan]

Same. This song in particular is heart wrenching

[@ohforfuckssake4755]

Dear God, I am so glad i found these beautiful girls..... I quickly listened tru all of their stuff and i can confirm this is the best accidental find of mine i had in a while. Keep up the amazing work!

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

thanks so much for listening!

[@begulgvm1770]

You guys never make a bad song 😌🎧🎶

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

aw thanks

[@zeheisty]

It's going to be a banger

[@Dr.SkullScience77]

Just discovered you guys and I must say that I am really impressed. I really dig the sound and the vibe.. Keep it going!!!

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

geez thanks so much

[@emaheiwa8174]

Amazing band 👏🏻👏🏻 Saludos desde Argentina 🇦🇷

[@judithpriest221]

Another artful video created during Covid lockdown. Artists create regardless of the challenges they face. Great song. Great video. Great project.

[@icanmakeeverythingilovedie9861]

This is hardly an original video, though. There's plenty of bands who've done this, even before covid.

[@CretanBull]

@@icanmakeeverythingilovedie9861 You don't seem to realize that you're talking to the world famous photographer Judith Priest.

[@judithpriest221]

I agree. Artists create. That is the beauty of art. Making a statement that others can relate to regardless of the conditions under which they have to work. I am delighted to see so many excellent artists doing what they do despite Covid lockdown restrictions, physical distancing guidelines, mask wearing requirements, etc. Artists are resilient and innovative. We should all appreciate the hard work artists do.

[@dougmccoll6126]

I am sorry for your loss 😥@@icanmakeeverythingilovedie9861

[@Anna-iz6yi]

When you are going through a rough time, and softcult and lacy Sturm are your go to right now and blue October and shine down

[@CutestBoyInTheMorgue]

Absolutely adore this group. You give me OG "The Gathering" Vibes with your mellow, yet gloomy/doomy sound.

[@nermhouse]

year of the rat is one of my favourite projects for sure

[@Softcultband]

thank you

[@Danwise]

You came across my youtube suggestions a few days ago and all I can say is I am 100% invested. I haven't heard music like this since the 90s. This songs ease into the rising vocals with "when you were young" verse, hits a nostalgic spot I didn't know I had. You clearly take influence from The Sundays and Mazzy Star and it's just SO good. Seriously, great stuff! I can't stop listening!

[@misteral1083]

OK, so another brilliant song. And I LOVE the video - slowed motion with correctly timed lip sync. Nicely done. BUT Is anyone else hearing an homage to The Sundays in the production? I am LOVING it! I already liked your style, but this...."are you trying to seduce me Mrs Robinson?"

[@Cire52]

lfg! love it.

[@kvtleon]

What a powerful concept and video!

[@brucekhamp6859]

And there it is-yet another banger. Great stuff Soft Cult. Love the guitar effects all throughout 👌

[@MPSFilmsOfficial]

jeez, you guys are just so good. idk why but this reminds me of Graves into Garden by Brandon Lake. man I'm excited to see where you guys go lol

[@Tno006]

The switch from Mercedes to Phoenix was really cool! Just learned about you two creating this new band. Really loved this song!

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

thanks for checking it out

[@ameliavandergast153]

This is utterly stunning

[@Trauzzinator]

I love it all!!! The music, the lyrics, the deep meanings, and especially the visuals!!! Another banger as always btw!!!

[@Softcultband]

thanks

[@Trauzzinator]

@@Softcultband Your welcome!!!

[@jumemowo]

im so happy i found them

[@najmi.d]

oh hell yes. another video ❤️

[@trashysmusic]

This is so gorgeous, perfect for listening to late at night

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

ty

[@NoHeadsProduction]

I require so much more of this

[@sithisok8231]

let's go🕊️

[@DIEGO-yw1cc]

P U R E G O L D

[@Stevethesearcher]

I am discovering all these bands through watching the new song from Churches with Robert Smith on guest vocals.

[@Softcultband]

banger!!!

[@3245james]

This song is like a needle in my arm. Good work. I’m in those clouds again.

[@loverslake8820]

I think I have listened to this ep a minimum of 10 times a day for a month straight now!! This is one of my fav tracks off it as well and I’m loving the video, you ladies are the best!

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

wow thank you so much!

[@tyreeserobinson8766]

I've only heard three songs and I love this band already what kinda fuckery-

[@zenthiat2292]

Same here aha,, they’re just so good!!

[@daysatomic]

thank you for writing complex chords and meaningful lyrics with amazing harmonies that aren't samples or copies from anything else. Years ago there was a band called Copeland with a male singer that this immediately reminded me of and that band was amazing. Love.

[@Malris66]

Oh my, that's incredible! Just the right thing for EP's final visual!

[@hushglowie]

UNDERRATED AF WTH??? How have I not found y'all before???

[@selfcrucify]

im so proud of you my ratties. thank you for making me part of this. i love you forever 🖤 (im mila @selfcrucify hehe)

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

ayyyyyyyyy que bueno verte!

[@selfcrucify]

@@mercedesarn-horn8095 your Spanish is so good omg hola mechi

[@bwzarchive708]

yall gon blow up, this time next year, mark it 20k+

[@vanessavictoria3504]

I love your album and your band. Please never stop making music

[@jesblack7033]

Thx, needed a good cry

[@Softcultband]

don't we all

[@torontorox]

this rox!

[@iLoVeMuSiCxx3]

Really nice song and video. Next all I need is a live show

[@judithpriest221]

True that.

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

hopefully soon

[@marialuisasmrosa]

All your songs are very different of some song that some artists are realising these days, and this is What I most like in your music ❤

[@thmsn_]

THIS IS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL MUSIC

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

thank you so much

[@RustyPaige]

This one hits so hard every time!

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

[@osesyom]

Eu estou apaixonado!! I love 🇧🇷❤️

[@horre1987]

you girls are amazing! love this style...

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

thank you

[@seanvance]

Talent is just hard work in disguise. I admire all the hard work you are putting into this. Cheers from Comox Valley Vancouver Island xoxo

[@MagicThys]

I'm now subscribed...coz i watched and listened today..and I'm better for it

[@corleonebataller3470]

Love this💕💕💕Hoping for more Beautiful music from you Guys...😊🤘

[@revfoster]

how is every song y'all make incredible?? holy shit

[@rikdanyagami7931]

This song breaks hard your heart, girls, you are the best ❤️🥺

[@biajade2524]

🖤🥺🙏

[@margo8323]

My new favorite band :’-) 🖤

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

[@gracechrome7285]

It's beautiful, I love it so much, you have a lot of talent please keep putting out new music 💗💗

[@upsetcactus]

Oh my god, I LOVE YOU AND THIS SONG...voicr, music, theme - everything is actually full of soul...I'm amazed, wow

[@user-he2nc9th7g]

as always, very soulful and warm.

[@Softcultband]

Thanks for listening

[@minhaj_khan]

This hits so hard

[@mherziarescatie]

This really hit me super hard.

[@mojo2900]

I love the band!

[@greatrewdaro1967]

Like 200👍 Awesome tune ✌️🔥🎵🔥

[@Softcultband]

tysm

[@dr.dspoptartpool6167]

Love hearing you sing, Phoenix!! Keep it up, gurl! You gots the SOUL!! 😇

[@rorybell2161]

Spit It Out was my entry song with these

[@jhessycabenson2301]

thank you for existing!💕

[@anniepear9002]

Style Icon Queens!!! And great sound. What a blessing 🙏

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

ty ty

[@dearlucass]

Courage My Love and Softcult 🖤

[@tristenalexander3644]

I know this songs about to help me through the hardest time of my life im so glad ive found you guys

[@illumix8750]

This song is amazing

[@Softcultband]

thanks so much!

[@david8897dragon]

A rainy afternoon and this song are the PERFECT combination

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

[@AngryNorb]

Oh my... Girls you're amazing! I'm in love ❤️

[@Softcultband]

thank you so much

[@flickmew99]

I lucky enough for not skipping your ads on Instagram 🤣🤣, I swear to god I'm addicted to ya'll music now😍😍. It brings 2000-2010 atmosphere

[@TheForlornBat]

Good song

[@donteventhinkaboutit_]

I don't think I'll ever get sick of this song.

[@thepowerhittercompany4805]

Can't wait

[@heyyitsRJ]

So sad, yet so beautiful ❤

[@travis1268]

Just recently found out about Softcult, and man I’m glad I did! I love this sound so much 🔥 🎵

[@jualonsofrias]

THIS IS SO SO AMAZING. greetings from argentina

[@joshuaallen1908]

this song made me ascend bro wth

[@justinhasan9155]

EVERY SONG IS A BIRD SONG NOW

[@vanilla7507]

ilyy

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

ilysm

[@inexisle]

toooo underrated, that chorus is MESMERIZING

[@ariadne5906]

this song's so meaningful for me thank you

[@SethTaylor]

I appreciate these videos being 4K 60FPS. I wish the whole film industry shot 60 FPS. Totally worth making one for every song. Totally awesome when musicians make their own videos too! Good to have that consistent vision! :)

[@nsstrickland]

Thanks to Reddit, I just found y'all. Your work is awesome! I checked your store and saw you've got a limited cassette run, but do you think Year of the Rat will make it to a vinyl release?

[@Softcultband]

it might in the future, but no immediate plans to do vinyl. the cassette sounds pretty good!

[@maria_tate]

OMG, YOU ARE AWESOME!!!!! LOVE YOU, GIRLS 💔😍

[@rorybell2161]

The Mazzy Star is strong with this band. This is not a bad thing. RIP Dave Roback.

[@FatalGunpoint007]

I love this music thank you

[@Softcultband]

thanks for listening

[@FatalGunpoint007]

@@Softcultband for sure 🖤

[@greencherry3350]

i really love your songs, they make me feel home

[@WFMGINC]

I want to hear more shoegaze and more like "take it off" that song is so infectious and catchy

[@jheon.]

I love this!!

[@gymonstarfunkle136]

I heard you guys do this on tiktok earlier in the year. This song really hits me in the guts!! 😭😭😭

[@zoeylucille8]

i felt this song in the depths of my soul

[@mercedesarn-horn8095]

[@DJAndyAllnighter]

I love Softcult ❤❤❤

[@Softcultband]

ty

[@preetyvvh3524]

OMAIGOD I LOVE THIS SO MUCH 😭❤️ I'm so in love with all ur song 😔

[@DeadpoolX9]

Turns out I don’t hate modern music. I just didn’t look hard enough. “I was a fooooooollll”

[@Softcultband]

thank you so much for giving us a chance

[@DimaShirshkov1]

I love your music