Vampire Weekend - This Life (Official Video)

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[@emmastjohn8298]

"Darlin' our disease is the same one as the trees, unaware that they've been livin' in a forest" is probably my favorite line off this album

[@apullcan]

Mine has to be “baby, I know death probably hasn’t happened yet, because I don’t remember living life before this”

[@aunthaumv3711]

What does that mean though?

[@tashfiqchoudhury]

"And I was told that war was how we landed on these shores, I just thought the drums of war beat louder warnings" hit me hard

[@emmastjohn8298]

@@aunthaumv3711 I think it means that we're all hurting, even the earth, but we are connected somewhat because of that

[@aunthaumv3711]

@@emmastjohn8298 i see. It could be. Shame that he wouldnt explain the real meaning behind any of the lyrics

[@bangs4551]

"I'm a loner, but I'm kind of a people person, too". Yeah, that really is good. Great song & video. The words are sad, but the music is uplifting. I'm 76, and I keep on playing this song over & over. I think this song appeals to all age groups.

[@johnberesford9906]

Its a very good pop song, very few are made these days and this never became "a hit"

[@valentinamanchola2464]

yeah you are right , I am 19 and i love this song

[@StickHits]

Congrats on doing something most 76 year olds are scared of, using the net

[@Mell0Dom]

Age is just a number my friend, enjoy all the music you can

[@ryecae]

I’m 17 and I love this song

[@lukelarsson]

It’s amazing how such a seemingly depressing song can put a giant smile on my face.

[@eljefe8149]

"I've been cheating through this life" I sing while holding a beer working at home during quarantine.

[@AEM479]

Best comment here Jeff Ashenfelter. Should have a million likes! 🍻

[@elenasandoval960]

Glass of wine 😉😂

[@kristinedavis8922]

I've been cheating through this life and all its suffering - I realize how lucky I've been compared to most...

[@roomifyed]

@@kristinedavis8922 tbh

[@ronskie7972]

Ezra cried POWER when he sang "Baby, i know pain is as natural as the rain" 😌✊

[@KYDREALEX]

fairy tail reference?

[@muddbear6410]

Nina Simone methinks

[@divyabhanot9876]

Remembering hozier when I read this comment

[@ncsha]

Danced like crazy to this song under the rain. This life isn't so bad after all.

[@maroofahmad881]

Great,Now you made me wanna,god do I need someone to love.

[@manuel0578]

I hate rain

[@Victerious]

Now that you are in 2020, is life still not so bad?😁

[@yaahyaahyahh]

@@manuel0578 then dance in the sun or snow, whichever you prefer

[@nicoleegede7975]

at all

[@bissembcelestin7787]

This is one thing with the Vampire Weekend and almost all of their albums; I don't understand 90% of their songs but it always makes my heart warm inside. Like my heart gets it. My ears, never.

[@CarlD1989]

Wow, this is spot on.

[@tomknauss570]

Reminds me of what ladies accuse me of.....but I’m mostly a loner.....(cheating to be alone, set to good notes)

[@DontLeaveTheGardenerWithTheDog]

"I'm sort of a loner but I'm sort of a people-person" damned, if I didn't feel that one.

[@LirojAnakarkis]

Very moving, wasn't it?

[@ontemp]

This just means you don't know how to socialize properly to get into relationships so you feel like a loner, but your need for relationships calls for you to interact with people.

[@hawkstrike18]

@@ontemp ha, no, not exactly at least... more like, you're a loner *because* there haven't been truly decent/great people in your life, some who really understand you and are willing to support you through life and be mature about it (not like most people, who are too selfish and spoiled for that), so you feel very lonely even for a loner and even though you've been capable of enjoying your time alone just fine and usually prefer(red) to do so... but you can't continue like that (you feel like something is missing, as a social animal), you've just missed hanging out with friends and socializing with ppl who deserve your time and actually want to spend time with you (most are just focused on their little lives, stupid career, money, etc.). So, in other words, you are a loner by choice or circumstance (=lack of social skills or lovely people), or both, and/or you're complex enough to want to spend your time alone *and* with some people, because you're... human. p.s. I don't necessarily feel in a way similar to this, but I probably do. Also, I kind of confused myself writing this at a certain point, but hopefully it makes perfect sense and seems relatable at least to someone. If not, I'm confused but unique😏 p.p.s. being a "ppl's person" doesn't mean _any_ ppl's person, right? It just means you can be social (personally, sometimes I can, sometimes I'd rather not or flat out can't, depends on how confident I feel at a given moment/day).

[@ontemp]

@@hawkstrike18 Nobody gets along with everybody, but you'll get a long with somebody as long as you express who you are. You may think you're unique but you're human with the same needs as everybody else, so somebody is going to relate to you. If you can't find compatible people, it's because you're not expressing who you are to enough people. Express who you are to 20 people you might not find chemistry. Express who you are to 200 people, you're bound to find someone you have good chemistry with.

[@hawkstrike18]

@@ontemp can't disagree with that! Being a loner doesn't exactly help you find the right ppl... Vicious cycles... Working on that.

[@DylanSheridanPhoto]

How has it already been 3 years? So crazy! This song brings back so many good memories and feelings of pure joy.

[@SamuelEMPowell131]

if you like vampire weekend you should check out Lonely gimmick - Grumpy Days, it gives me Vampire weekend vibes and is a great new indie song

[@DylanSheridanPhoto]

@@SamuelEMPowell131 Lol I hope this is self-promotion. Solid track. Thanks for the rec!

[@elizabethborromeo1171]

This song is EVERYTHING. Speaks to the depth of our existence, with brilliant guitar riffs and melody. Literally everything.

[@kingkoopa3450]

There will never be a band as perfect that fills me with joy as much as vampire weekend. Hope to see Ezra and his buds play live soon.

[@dudusmcrudus]

Yes dude, 2 years brought up to date from me to you........how is your life?

[@randomjunk6921]

@@dudusmcrudus I’m not the one you’re talking to, but my life is pretty amazing. I have an amazing family, great friends, and it’s summer break.

[@user-kb4do9py6s]

the time has come...tour presale is feb 21

[@ChaR_OfTheK0Rn]

I listened to this song while driving around the countryside with my grandparents and uncle in france in summer this year

[@ChaR_OfTheK0Rn]

IM GOING BACK ONCE COVID IS OVER WOOHOOO!!!!!!

[@patricialuize]

seems so nice!!

[@ChaR_OfTheK0Rn]

@@patricialuize it wasss🤧

[@zakcgreen8698]

HAHA “once it’s over” best joke of the century sorry.

[@Nicolasschnellee]

i did the same thing, immediately brings memories when I listen this song

[@CurtisPNW]

This song seems like one of those super catchy indy songs that hipsters once loved but end up despising following its popularity.

[@rutgersmo273]

I'm 73 and have been playing this song on my 6 String Cherry Red Guild or my 12 string with my computer and Spotify or You Tube. Love the lyrics and Ronson hooked me with the guitar riff a la Van Morrison's Brown Eyed Girl. Love the Passover shots, wine glasses, Seder and Yarmulkes ....and hope that COVID-19 finally passes over all of us like the 10 Passover plagues. Can I get an Omain (Amen)? MO

[@15dariusklijster33]

Amen brother,

[@carnaxdude9814]

Amen, good sir!

[@boozy638]

never thought I'd utter the phrase "you've been cheating on me" with such an upbeat attitude...

[@sushiriecks7430]

You can see SOPHIE at 3:38. RIP SOPHIE

[@spuktuku]

What happened?

[@quenbylin3502]

:(

[@sushiriecks7430]

@@spuktuku Sophie died due to an accident a month ago. She was an inspiration for electronic music lovers such as me... It's really sad.

[@Izzy-zw3vx]

@@sushiriecks7430 aw :( RIP Sophie

[@SamuelEMPowell131]

this is the perfect summer vibes, does anyone else get a Paul Simon vibe from vampire weekend's music? my music producer friend showed me a few songs from Paul Simon and said it's where vampire weekend got their influence from for sure, I wanna throw him some love as he's always showing me cool music, try searching Lonely Gimmick - Beaches, its seriously one of the best new songs I've heard in a while, he deserves way more recognition

[@Mizzle420420]

Yeah definitely, I love Paul simon, both my parents were big fans. He does one of my all time favorite songs, 50 ways to leave your lover

[@sanketa6370]

Q: What does summer sound and look like? A: (This video)

[@joeljon4699]

Oh how I love Black and White Summers

[@zachsmith3]

Maybe if it had color. This depressin

[@aperson.7585]

@@zachsmith3 it matches the lyrics

[@AJ........]

I think Geowulf Saltwater sounds like summer

[@sanketa6370]

@@AJ........ you have excellent taste in music ;)

[@dnewma04]

Going on three years later and this album is still regularly played. It's Shins level ear worm/pop perfection.

[@Senriam]

Yeah I get this album in my random giant 1000 song deep Spotify starred playlist at least once a week.

[@beniteztheconman]

I am 109 and i love this.... i guess it appeals to all ages.

[@saramccall179]

Music is the universal and timeless language! I'd love to hear your thoughts on this band seeing as you have years of experience listening :) kzbin.info?search_query=ready+meridian+lights

[@meganne9904]

Can’t get enough of this album

[@dudusmcrudus]

And the album sends love to you!!

[@Icecold1776]

You ever feel like something was meant for you to hear? This life.

[@davereim8424]

you nailed it

[@zombiebean6191]

Agreed

[@roberteli]

This is one of those songs that I didnt understand why it wasn't as big as it should have been.

[@Evangelionlovr]

That last scene is both incredibly sad and hopeful. What a beautiful video.

[@LIFEwithKRISHNAA]

This song deserve atleast 200 million views , come on guys 😍

[@sunnyscaper8560]

“Oh Christ… am I good for nothing” The thought on my mind everyday.

[@rosa7479]

I've just discovered this song and it makes me cry, it reminds me old 90's series credits, when I was a teenager...

[@rafhaeltrajano733]

Chag Pessach Sameach!

[@DenzCasuela]

saw their album on billboard 200, wasnt disappointed

[@i_dont_know_who_i_am69]

Their 3rd straight number 1 album. Not bad for an indie band in a time where indie bands are dying out.

[@harryeichelberger4799]

Now go back and listen to the other 3 albums... boom. New favorite band.

[@clvrswine]

@@i_dont_know_who_i_am69 Nothing Indie about this rubbish. Just because it's not Rap doesn't make it Indie.

[@clvrswine]

@@harryeichelberger4799 They suck. Get some taste.

[@edengallagher1044]

@@clvrswine lol okay then

[@dmrsk1899]

Such a bold video for such a summery song

[@matthewfeatherston8982]

This whole album has got to be one of the best records that I have heard in a while... Great stuff Vampire Weekend... This song takes me to my happy place, even though the lyrics are quite the contrary... ;)

[@mariabarnes4094]

I'm so happy i found this song and this band! It's exactly what i need at this point of my life.

[@GagaBoy1346]

This life is the “holiday” of FOTB.

[@thomasmaes1263]

Love that Paul Simon vibe. Summer's here all right. Also, I love the criticism in those lyrics. :-)

[@jimmythegreekable]

YES, thats exactly the artistic I think of when I hear this song!

[@peterproductions5015]

Jesus, this might be my favorite Vampire Weekend song. I haven’t been able to stop listening to it.

[@varunmodak963]

Man do I love this song! Such sad lyrics in the happiest vibes...

[@gemmadoyle3926]

Exactly, suits my soul.

[@aestheticnatsuki8835]

Always nice to see Ezra's beautiful face in a new video

[@rubiebarker5152]

5 minutes 23 seconds left to live. You know I'd watch this video.

[@user-rk9yq2qy7q]

Luv u Vampire Weekend!!! You’re my kind of vibes!!!!

[@AltinakisGeorge]

Just awesome music. That's what I call blessed music. Simple but powerful at heart. 🌈✌️

[@Peat_42]

Can't believe I only just twigged that Danielle Haim is in this! Love it.

[@josephzager3871]

bumped into this only this afternoon on satellite radio. what a delightful surprise!

[@dashaslens]

The Cali vibes, the jam, the aesthetic = 100

[@neelamverma6401]

one of the most melodious and meaningful songs I ever heard

[@marleyskutchan3814]

JOVAN POPPED OFF

[@ZZ-mp7fm]

Aw man. I am the guy with the beards twin for sure. I hate people but always end up around them...or is it that they always seem to be around me!?! Haha. The way they brought the video together with that guy speaking at the very end almost gave me chills!! Love music and videos that make my soul reach!! Im so glad i opened my eyes to true life. Before...i would never listen to this. Expanding your spirit is EVERYTHING. Doors just open left and right when you start doing whats right for the spirit. Its insane and the greatest journey i ever endured. 🤗❤💪

[@cason3547]

I saw them perform at Hangout Music Fest and they were unreal. What did we do to deserve this band??

[@MartyMartin87]

I like the sound of the bass guitar, nice combination

[@SamuelEMPowell131]

I remember years ago when I was 16 I went to see Vampire Weekend at a music festival. It was right after they released Contra maybe 2011? They were such a tight band live! My friend was in a band at the time and he threw a CD demo of his music on stage at the end of their set. The bassist picked it up and waved it at the crowd. Good memoires! I wanna throw him some love as he paid for my ticket to the festival. Try searching Lonely Gimmick - Beaches , it gives me Vampire weekend vibes and I'm honestly so impressed with his new music. He's come along way since he was 16. I still wonder if Vampire Weekend ever did listen to his demo?

[@rosamimosaholler3841]

My ringtone ❤ Everytime somebody calls me, I feel happy 😍

[@SamuelEMPowell131]

if you like vampire weekend you should check out Lonely gimmick - Grumpy Days, it gives me Vampire weekend vibes and is a great new indie song

[@TimAndMoby]

@@SamuelEMPowell131Are you lonely gimmicks’s alt account?

[@CharlotteRoberts872]

It tastes like a summer love,really

[@joebell7066]

I'm 45. Been listening since first album. Such life affirming music!!! So fucking pretty!!!!!!!

[@SamuelEMPowell131]

if you like vampire weekend you should check out Lonely gimmick - Grumpy Days, it gives me Vampire weekend vibes and is a great new indie song

[@jeffbezos9354]

I listened to this song on repeat last year on a flight home from California. The flight was 12 hours

[@diannestephanielicaros9279]

"Oh christ! Am i good for nothing?" This is my fav part xd

[@AnkushGuptaYT]

If anyone is listening to this song in 2032, I might not be alive. But if you find your way to this comment, I would want to say, thanks for existing and thanks for living. I can't be more grateful to this life. And, I love you Pranamika.

[@lewisross2600]

🌍🙌🏻🧘‍♀️🦋🤍🙏🏻

[@gamby16a]

Pretty incredible acting out of Kyle Field. That last sequence is just amazing. This is the video that kicks summer off.

[@skelz369]

I’m so moved by this song. I had a random playlist whilst walking. It was on repeat for the rest of my walk. Brilliant!

[@frangarcia7774]

I hear Brown Eyed Girl vibes on this. Instant classic!

[@SorenKk]

Upbeat melody depressing lyrics can't seem to get enough

[@Dean0017]

We are all the same. Once we realize this fact... We can continue on as animals of love and compassion. This song makes me feel this way.

[@LeoPietroAritao]

Never have I ever clicked so fast on a notification. This is a blessing!

[@claudiamoreira4400]

*sees notification* "ah shit, here we go again" *stops everything* 😎😎🌞🌞

[@zeppelingitis]

Father of the Bride is a modern philosophical masterpiece. I can't think of an album in recent memory that has stirred such emotion in me.

[@ahmadforhad5540]

Baby, I know pain is as natural as the rain I just thought it didn't rain in California Baby, I know love isn't what I thought it was 'Cause I've never known a love like this before ya Baby, I know dreams tend to crumble at extremes I just thought our dream would last a little bit longer There's a time when every man draws a line down in the sand We're surviving, we're still living I was stronger You've been cheating on, cheating on me I've been cheating on, cheating on you You've been cheating on me But I've been cheating through this life And all its suffering Oh Christ, Am I good for nothing? Baby, I know hate is always waiting at the gate I just thought we locked the gate when we left in the morning I was told that war is how we landed on these shores I just thought the drums would all be loud warnings You've been cheating on, cheating on me I've been cheating on, cheating on you You've been cheating on me But I've been cheating through this life And all its suffering Oh Christ, am I good for for nothing? Baby, I know death probably hasn't happened yet 'Cause I don't remember living life before this And darling, our disease is the same one as the trees Unaware that they've been living in a forest You've been cheating on, cheating on me I've been cheating on, cheating on you You've been cheating on me But I've been cheating through this life And all its suffering Oh Christ, am I good for nothing? This life and all its suffering

[@waveume4217]

Thank you for your effort.

[@dimitrayumnam5669]

Probably one of the best tracks from FOTB. Love it

[@LARK52776]

JOVANNNNNNNN MY SHORT KING

[@oliviaa121]

RIP SOPHIE

[@shea.abramsanimations]

I love this song

[@michaelwilkinson7638]

They even dug up Tommy James' Crimson & Clover tremolo affect on the vocals at the 4:20 mark. I'm dancing away to this great tune!

[@y0lNk]

I think the tremolo is the highlight of this song. It's such a perfect use of the effect, I sometimes keep this song on repeat just to experience it again.

[@Lanxe]

I am so feeling that bass line....!

[@mauriceortiz8817]

One feels the heart of the songwriter and singer. Brilliant ready made classic.

[@SamuelEMPowell131]

if you like vampire weekend you should check out Lonely gimmick - Grumpy Days, it gives me Vampire weekend vibes and is a great new indie song

[@harshaghosh]

I miss 2019 when I used to vibe to this song every morning

[@wilbursootisbetterthanyou9024]

Sameeee

[@theradboi7686]

@@wilbursootisbetterthanyou9024 yes wilbur is better than me

[@wilbursootisbetterthanyou9024]

@@theradboi7686 better than anybody

[@theradboi7686]

@@wilbursootisbetterthanyou9024 that's too much

[@wilbursootisbetterthanyou9024]

@@theradboi7686 it is true

[@dustinbooher5191]

Amazing song! Brings me pure joy! Vampire Weekend has been killing it.

[@joedeveraux]

I wish there was a LOVE button!

[@Nuki.19]

Summer is here 🌻🌿

[@sofiagordon1331]

When I heard this I got nostalgia of things that haven't even happened to me-

[@g.p.sramgarh8630]

Exactly

[@JoeyF80s]

This 😁

[@r0hith1999]

Ikr

[@gordonanderson3111]

The things I miss most are all the things i did not get to do. Was not allowed to.

[@theoldblood3804]

ITS TRUE

[@jatins7697]

This song is underrated af

[@hollywood2038]

*overated

[@westofthebridgeldn8811]

Its underrated which makes it a classic. The less its played on radio the better it is

[@seriouskaraoke879]

"Cheating through this life." Nailed it.

[@rj6342]

Happy 1st Birthday to FOTB!

[@stellavroom]

Rest in peace sophie

[@sgmahoney]

this kind of freaked me out, MY name is sophie

[@melwalton7802]

I love Vampire Weekend! Love the new album!!! Super happy it exists

[@payalchattopadhyay4801]

🎤Ooh - ooh🎼

[@Saznaki]

"Baby I know love isnt what I thought it was, coz ive never known love like this before you" lyrical genius ❤

[@maddyguito9047]

I love this song..GREAT lyrics!!!!

[@packman5906]

I just love this song! I've had it on the playlist on our catering truck here in Los Angeles for 3 months and it just doesn't get old. Gotta be that twangy guitar and reverb!

[@shubhamgote9690]

thank god, this kind of music exists!

[@heybro6302]

Damn thse guys still got it! What a vibe

[@SamuelEMPowell131]

if you like vampire weekend you should check out Lonely gimmick - Grumpy Days, it gives me Vampire weekend vibes and is a great new indie song

[@rebecca8866]

Such beautiful looking people in this music video. Every single one of them looks beautiful in their own way. I love living in such a beautifully diverse world! 💕😍

[@Hannah-pn1bx]

I went to one of their concerts it was amazing

[@ninoabsulio9859]

Discovered them during quarantine, imma new fan now

[@ronster369]

Welcome to the club. Check out their previous 3 albums before Father Of The Bride. There ain't a bad one in the bunch. Beware obsession is awaiting you right around the corner.

[@diegovaz1759]

Google "A-Punk"!

[@kiki-sc3qh]

Found them on tiktok frome their song campus

[@milamarie3207]

FINALLY! A music video that matches the vibe of the song. I liked the visions I got in my head, but this is even better. Just in time for summer too! Thanks for another song in the soundtrack of my life!

[@gxrsky]

black and white doesn't match its' vibe at all

[@user-tn3pr8bh3w]

lord, its literally about cheating and a relationship falling apart. What matches the vibe of what 😂

[@queenmother123]

Summer time festival vibes. Love these guys so chill. 😍

[@erina2416]

Great song!! The lyrics got me all misty eyed. Absolutely LOVE Vampire weekend!! Their music is definitely one of the soundtracks to my life.

[@pedroflores3650]

JOVAN I LOVE YOU

[@khiemho162]

This song is an absolute banger

[@KuehneZoneify]

ArZe my man crush since 2009 🕺🏻

[@lauralimede]

Amazing. Just another VW masterpiece

[@swetha2329]

This song is so underrated!!!

[@shelbybrown8312]

Every vampire weekend song makes me think it's a hidden track on the Wes Anderson's bottle rocket

[@SamuelEMPowell131]

if you like vampire weekend you should check out Lonely gimmick - Grumpy Days, it gives me Vampire weekend vibes and is a great new indie song

[@louern123]

Couldn’t this music fill me with more joy ???? I think not !!! Instant fan June 1 2019