Tennis - My Better Self (Official Music Video)

[@elimaeby6334]

They used to come to my city all the time when they were first starting out, and she could not be a lovelier person. She would stay after shows to meet and talk to fans, have a drink with us. I will always root for them. They're amazing, musically and as human beings.

[@BobTheHilkin710]

Look how far they've come now

[@magnificent_music_]

What city

[@Joseph-nh6in]

@@magnificent_music_ Denver

[@logoutyaphone]

thats exactly how they come off from their music, they deserve so much success n recognition!

[@BHMRmapache_ancestral_B5889]

Wow

[@hollythornell5262]

Those background dancers didn’t have to go that hard, but they did, they did it for us.

[@georgechristiansen6785]

And we thank them!

[@shlidgn90]

They make the video!

[@jesuschrist4515]

I am 6ft 275 with a gnarly ass beard and I will be doing these dances in the grocery store fully owning it.

[@laurensilverspikes4346]

What a backhanded compliment of a comment

[@MrHellshamster]

I spit my coffee out laughing at this. Cheers! You made my day lol

[@JENNYTURTLES]

My better self still knows That meaning comes and goes What is innate I do not know But meaning comes and it goes Each and every attempt A bit of substance spent Despite the effort I have lent You seem to lose what I meant If I don't use words then each sound goes unheard Utterly senseless without nouns and verbs But symbols suggest they are fit to posses A purpose and function that cannot be met Those who create it know There is an ebb and flow Of neither value given shows That meaning comes and goes My better self still knows That meaning comes and goes What is innate I do not know But meaning comes and it goes If I don't use words then each sound goes unheard Utterly senseless without nouns and verbs But symbols suggest they are fit to posses A purpose and function that cannot be met [x2] My better self still knows That meaning comes and goes What is innate I do not know But meaning comes and it goes

[@rockgirl3000]

I am Jen 9

[@myles432]

I just found this song in 2020. Better late than never! This is now my favorite song ever, and I’m obsessed with this band

[@southrules]

I love that they care about atmosphere in their videos and their stage presence.

[@SecretBandito]

Totally obsessed with the song, plus the art direction and choreography are still incredible four years later!

[@Clariccy]

lol

[@katdino8935]

I remember listening to this on the train after school and it was just beautiful

[@ClockwisegenieASMR]

She has the perfect bone structure for those curls. Pretty voice, pretty pretty pretty!

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Is there any way I could help you guys in a collaboration with David Lynch? I will carry the bags and/or serve as a listening ear.

[@kevinel1398]

Or a severed ear

[@jesuschrist4515]

Blue Velvet!

[@kevinel1398]

@@jesuschrist4515 what are you doing ear, Jesus!

[@MrPlow-jc4cr]

Audrey Horne would def get down to this in a coffee shop

[@ryanrobin12]

Sure. I’ll set it up

[@andrewflores9239]

Saw her live when she opened for shaky graves. I swear she sounds just like this in person literally had chills. Seeing her in person was literally the best thing ever!

[@CassiusKarsa]

Great pop music. Modern groove and arrangement with a retro vibe, a little bit of the young Cindy Lauper maybe (though no song of her ever touched me like this), some Kate Rush, Beach House with added candy, maybe some Stevie Nicks - but in the end it is completely its own thing and strictly wonderful. I don't understand why such a gem of a pop song does not have more fans. A masterfully crafted piece of music.

[@SadBeans]

Beautiful. Her voice is so relaxing.

[@hannahmae1699]

I LOVE THIS BAND! There are easily my favorite band in the world. I finally get to see them in concert soon. There lyrics are so strong and I love how they formed a band together and sailed together! 😁❤️

[@billdrennan165]

Tennis are brilliant, I so agree with you!

[@counterpuncher01]

me toooooo

[@KundoKun]

this song means a lot (for my better self )

[@DannyPops]

got a david lynch vibe. Those dancing moves though.

[@alisonfisher1877]

Danny Pops when I saw their “I’m Calling” video I thought if David Lynch and Madonna had a love child... haha. This one even more so.

[@diogosilveriomartins]

In fact they will be Twin Peaks next season soundtrack. haha

[@musicraft]

Hello Patrick and wife and other members of Tennis...With the help of my friend who is an ebay user I purchased your Tascam 688 Multitrack recorder way back in July 2014...He told me that a few songs on your album were recorded on it...I had owned one of these machines since 1990 and needed another one since the age of the unit called for a need to have at least two of the these vintage multitrack recorders...Just wanted to say that I have enjoyed the recorder and I sometimes frequent your youtube channel and play your videos...My channel KZbin channel is mostly live footage of solo guitar from camcorder but I do have a few videos that were done on my old 688 such as my original song" Rockin In The Rain"...feel free to check it out ...I just wanted to say Hello Sincerely... Phillip Craft from Winston-Salem NC :)

[@shanesmith5884]

Vocals are AMAZING.Heard a song just now on Rick and Morty (official sound track).HOW IN GOD'S NAME IS THIS GROUP NOT SUPER FAMOUS #UNDERRATED

[@lordofthenorth8067]

Man, I discovered them like 7yrs ago and I’m still hooked. I was SOOOO excited for them to do a song for Rick and Morty!

[@lordofthenorth8067]

Just go down the rabbit hole man, this was the first song I heard. Need your love, origins, I’ll be better in the morning, and deep in the woods should be a good start for ya. Oh, and I’m callin’! I’m Callin’ and Deep in the woods vids are dark and I’m here for it.

[@tastemakerrecordsinternational]

...yes...this is when tennis was young...and the new single runner is huge...

[@chrisnolan5607]

Runner is awesome

[@ELECTECHNUT]

I LOVE how Tennis exquisitely articulates life's multiple and nuanced "dances;" through their music and the visual art of video. Thank you.❤️

[@quynhho3192]

The lyric is very philosophical if read carefully. Weren't the singer and the guitarist philosophy students when they formed the band?

[@thelegendgamer33]

Were they, I'd love to read more about that?

[@alelvremy]

Love this song so much i cant even put it into words

[@irishmanonthecan]

One of the best bridges i've ever heard (bit that links the verse and chorus).

[@kato76109]

irishmanonthecan I'm glad I'm not the only one who thinks that. It's mesmerizing!

[@cward1890]

We all hear it cuz

[@zontaralph]

Love the David Lynch feel of this. Having seen other videos of their they seem obvious fans.

[@christophermoser6958]

Ralph Roullard I was thinking the same thing. Very Twin Peaks.

[@thespectralchannel]

Ralph Roullard Their video for 'i'm callin' is also heavily inspired by Blue Velvet

[@cgbach]

Totally man, their vid for I'm Calling is pretty reminiscent of Blue Velvet

[@zontaralph]

+cgbach I've seen that one too and agree totally.Obvious inspiration I would say.

[@southrules]

+Ralph Roullard No doubt, with a little Tim and Eric mixed in

[@oyahthefirst]

Patrick looks sad or nervous and it makes me laugh every time. It's alright bud!

[@markhoffman505]

Great song and great video. Very David Lynch-y!

[@cirocarreno9962]

I just discovered you 5 minutes ago , now im in love your music!

[@chrismoser9676]

This song will someday be used in an iconic TV/movie scene, and this video will be looked at as David Lynch-inspired masterpiece

[@shadowskillz88]

I seriously just listened to this song 27 times in a row. Great stuff!! I will buy on iTunes now. Of course I discovered this group after they played in NY :(

[@bleepgoesbl00p]

2:55 never fails to crack me up.

[@AlessandroCardano]

Ohhh the road trips with Tennis and Ed Sharpe a decade ago, great memories. Thank you, Tennis.

[@bryrrock]

Such an amazing performance.

[@FuchsiaPandaBear]

Such a beautiful song , always puts me in a good mood☺️

[@ce7406]

thank u for being my friends all this time ily💙

[@JonathanScott9]

they're not trying to be more than they are. that in itself is commendable.

[@Ningfling801]

I love this song so, so much for some elusive reason...

[@Brambleiah]

I know this venue! It's the Bossanova Ballroom in Portland, Oregon!

[@christanbynum]

Troll 2 references abound! Holly's infamous dance moves AND a cameo from Grandpa's storybook character Peter. I heart this band.

[@neverwasastar]

***** Troll 2 is a cult classic movie, and it's a lot of fun! :D

[@wantsanewstart4]

they're fabulous!

[@hobojon]

I just discovered Tennis this past weekend, The Young & Old cd was playing in the music store where me and some friends were browsing around. I love a great voice and Alaina has one. The other members are also amazing. This particular song resonates with me. I wish the band much success and hope to catch a live performance someday. Cheers, Jon

[@monicaduenas6286]

Its 2022 and I just heard this!

[@HadesZerox]

Wow man, Her voice is the love *-*

[@BlakeGildaphish76]

Aside from the authentic sound, i think what impresses me most is that this band is made up of real people. Especially Alaina. She's a REAL woman with real talent. i LOVE that.

[@Christiang-qv8yz]

Ugh just awesome!!! I love this so much! Go Tennis!

[@joeneighbour3750]

Once one recognizes that this is indeed one of the better original artists within the fold, then we know, for certain, that we can count on their delivery! That much, we can pretty much guarantee. & Definitely, a great artistry, here. - without trying to lock them into one any particular genre; nor groove. A very unique sound to this crew, indeed Leaves a highly favorable impression on both the eyes - and the ears. < 3 < 3 < 3

[@noahmichael2213]

good god I can't believe this song is almost 10 years old

[@finnegan6389]

How good is that? Excellent!

[@speedbrd1]

Love this song, this band! The dancers in this video reminded me of the Santigold Dancers

[@jorgecuaik]

I love the choreography

[@judyhines7403]

Just heard you on WBUR, On Point with Tom Ashbrook. Indeed, you are everything Tom says you are! Refreshing, love the choreography, and the sincerity of the words/music shines through.

[@tombarnes2373]

Comes out of the fog like "it's Alaina bitch."

[@BlueFireMai]

One of my favorite bands, been a fan since they've been out, glad for their success.

[@77dris]

I just discovered Tennis in 2021 thanks to Rick & Morty of all things. They are my new favourite band!

[@cosmo9390]

I discovered the group Perfume thanks to American Dad and now I have an entire playlist of their songs. kzbin.info/www/bejne/homknXaXr9JmgJI

[@dogscott7881]

Well, that took a turn for the weird, but that’s why I’m falling in love with Tennis

[@Hollandx]

obsessed with the hair and outfit on that (bass?) player ...

[@fishminkie]

I found out about you guys almost a year ago now by complete chance (it was by an edit of Yasuho with How to Forgive!) And you guys are easily my favorite band in the entire world. I can't express how much I love your music and what it's done for me, especially this song. It's helped me come to a much needed realization and helps me push forward in life. I'm so sad I couldn't make it to a show this year but hopefully I will one day! I love your songs with all my heart and so much more 💖

[@Maflon2]

Alaine Moore is beautiful in this video and music is great...!!!

[@cursive187]

2:11 mannequin challenge in 2012.. so ahead of its time.

[@jonny__b]

serious napoleon dynamite quality choreography

[@Spideysense12]

Dance moves are insane!

[@AyyDeeThO0]

LOOOOL this video is so friggin weird. Makes me love the song even more!

[@jansong32]

I love it!!!! Very classy. Here's to much success!

[@jameshorner242]

Great song !!!!!

[@huamanJR]

Keep that surf pop coming, i need tunes for the beach greetings from florida :)

[@MSDBND]

My better self still knows That meaning comes and goes What is it made? I do not know But meaning comes and it goes Each and every portent Of bitter substance spent Despite the effort I have planned You seem to lose what I've meant If I don't use words Then each sound goes unheard Utterly senseless without nouns and verbs Symbols suggest they are fit to possess A purposely function That cannot be met Those who created know Air is in man and blow Only the value given shows That meaning comes and goes My better self still knows That meaning comes and goes What is it made? I do not know But meaning comes and it goes If I don't use words Then each sound goes unheard Utterly senseless without nouns and verbs But symbols suggest they are fit to possess A purposely function That cannot be met If I don't use words Then each sound goes unheard Utterly senseless without nouns and verbs But symbols suggest they are fit to possess A purposely function That cannot be met My better self still knows That meaning comes and goes What is it made? I do not know But meaning comes and goes

[@tastemakerrecordsinternational]

...this album is when tennis became mainstream...and thank goodness...while i never bet...this composition is the best...

[@kevinkrause1622]

This song hit me like a sunbeam years ago. Thanx!

[@scanloc45]

Had many great memories at that place, wouldn't have noticed it, thanks for noticing that man!

[@jamestonberry6129]

That bass groove tho. Is that bass. Idk what it is but it's awesome

[@UriyahRecords]

Just discovered this, very dope. The background dancers made this video

[@hotrob4000]

Excellent video! I very much enjoyed it!

[@Joanna5757]

I love her style

[@nikolassodiant2595]

Magnifique 🌊 💜💜💜🌊

[@judyintheburg]

just here for some mid-workday joy. THANKS BELOVEDS

[@jad5418]

Just watched that show from beginning to end again. Good stuff.

[@Cella960]

My darling lulu ... pls remember this band and all the good times we had at 1401 listening to them. I love you 💕 miss you every time I hear Tennis. Go fish.. it’s your turn 💖🎸

[@JonJury]

I don't get it...but I love it! haha

[@w.s.soapcompany94]

Borrowed Time in Rick & Morty brought me here. So far anyone who I cause to hear it loves it in 10 seconds or less.

[@tone_science]

Video has big Twin Peaks vibes

[@Rhyspepic]

WASNT THAT THE DUDE THAT WAS IN CHAIRLIFT THAT LEFT?!?!?!?!? WOT WOT WOT, whyy did you leave chairlift

[@Rotcivocnarf]

Hey, the drummer is using my drum set for this video. I knew he was gonna be using it but I forgot about it until I came across them again. It's my first time seeing the video. Pretty cool.

[@Derfree261]

Oh . . . This song is so beautiful !

[@MplsTodd]

Great song & Video. I just love the flow and beat. Makes me think of St. Etienne circa Good Humour.

[@dwaynehunks4809]

momentum Babey!!! ...half a million and growing.

[@daphne-blue]

damn I love this band~

[@infernumparadiso3063]

Saludos desde Tabasco México. Está canción es hermosa!

[@mirpinto]

Amazing song

[@mwm2003]

wow i really, really like this song

[@hobojon]

Finally saw them perform at Maxwell's in Hoboken this past Tuesday night so AMAZINGGGG

[@dobbsiancant]

best coast is driving to the beach music.this is driving home from the beach music.

[@spitinsk8er]

So sad the fan made video for this song that used scenes from the "The Wire" got taken down..

[@oblambo]

Voice is so dam soothing.

[@averyadalmant9142]

Beautiful

[@pexerful]

beautiful soft voice and music, so relax n_n

[@Kento_nanami_the_2nd]

yeah, hi, if you guys could go ahead and make this stream-able on amazon that'd be great. also, dont forget those tps reports.

[@nicolascouturier9273]

haha so weird i JUST finished watching that movie :)

[@Kento_nanami_the_2nd]

Office Space ftw!

[@zcdarktide]

i dont get the reference to this?

[@Kento_nanami_the_2nd]

Simply decided to ask for this song on amazon in a weird way. Didn't make an "Office Space" to music video reference.

[@coolangel834]

the melody sounds really similar to In the Morning I'll be Better from Yours Conditionally

[@Pizzafm]

Pizzafm played this song the other day on one of our shows. As a commercial free radio station we don't stop playing the bangers for y'all. You can check out our stream by going to our about section

[@critchfaderogao8914]

Food for the soul

[@PinkyPop2]

I'm so mad that this has so little views

[@almafer628]

lovely melodyy

[@MUFFINwithFROSTING2]

open.spotify.com/user/rianabutler/playlist/6wkvnisPpZHNUfk8u67co4 if u like this u might like my playlist or somethin

[@PrestonSurdo]

Awesome!!!!