Willy Mason - Oxygen (Official video)

[@Electricaltape2]

The world needs this song now.

[@WtZuck]

This was my best friends favorite song. He was a youth counselor. He unfortunately succumbed to his demons and ended his life about 5 years ago. I still remember listening to this for the first time together in our buddies' living room and thinking it accurately described what he sought to be to others and to the world. Recently I had been seeking out and listening to songs that for whatever reason, I COULD NOT listen to because of the negative emotions attached to hearing them. I made it through all of them. Except this one, man. I've realized I'd slowly numbed off over the years for protection and wish I hadn't. If anyone would and could help me through this feeling, it would be him. I don't make these types of posts on youtube, especially a great song such as this, but together, we can be better than oxygen.

[@michaelluder4670]

I think music is the answer x

[@scottmcadam4509]

That is tradgic ! It's tough loosing a friend, thx for posting , I have lost several friends, It really hurts but I will always treasure the time we had , Lets raise a glass to our fallen bros , died too young but live on in our hearts :)

[@vidhyashreenagaraju2581]

Sending Love man 🙏🏽

[@TheBoz1512]

Oof... I didn't think this song could hit me any harder. I love this song, I love you, and I love your friend

[@WtZuck]

@@vidhyashreenagaraju2581 Much love bro!!! ❤

[@amjh4lah809]

Brilliant song. Great artist. Criminally underrated.

[@rollmops3113]

Heard this song on the radio once about twenty years ago and have been looking for it ever since! Finally found it today 💗💗💗

[@lewisyoutub]

Well done, glad you found it

[@rollmops3113]

@@lewisyoutub thanks!☺️

[@Db-gh9dm]

Listen to the rest of his music, he's class

[@rollmops3113]

@@Db-gh9dm will do!

[@tinadavis4382]

I heard this for the first time 12 years ago, listening to my sons playlist after he took his own life. At first it sounds like a sad song but it is actually so positive! Everything my Nathan would want to make better for all ❤x

[@drewhunter6015]

Sad that this guy's career didn't blow up like some of the others around mid 2000s, seemed a genuine talent

[@lizzy__brock]

Right! I still listen to him from time to time.

[@ConTodayTempo]

this guy came out at the true end of real music nobody feels anything anymore it has no place in this world now

[@midorixi]

What does he do now?

[@PecktheTownCrier]

@@midorixi He's still making music! And it has progressed to an interesting place. If success is artistic freedom and connecting with the people who resonate, then Willy is successful!

[@dallasboringnews7157]

It will

[@jussymucky]

Amazing, my brother Billy passed away 7 years today. Loved listening to this song together. Music is the answer xxx

[@neilcampbell8499]

Rip billy xx thinkin about u both just now

[@jussymucky]

@@neilcampbell8499 cheers dude 😎

[@kanethecracker]

Where the humans eat genuinely changed my life when it came out. I'll always hold a place in my heart for this song

[@newday8545]

fuck yes! thank you.

[@TheKimels]

This song should be as famous as "Imagine"

[@chiarabuono]

I guess

[@paulstempka1738]

It’s better

[@eskomoWon]

I came back just to remember how much I've changed. How much the times have changed. Times were so simple when this came out.

[@russelldooley4670]

No they weren't. We were just ignorant to much of the evil being carried out in the name of profit and control.

[@yogibeats9037]

WOW... genuinely gave me uncontrollable goosebumps hearing this again after years!!

[@christopherlawrence6815]

Loved this song when I was younger and today, nostalgia brought me back and it still sounds as good as it did back then

[@snoimcr]

I met Willy at a house party he played at after supporting Ben Howard in Manchester England. Nicest, down-to-eath guy i've ever come across. Much respect to him. Been following his music since i was 14 - 15. Got all his albums signed. Love his work.

[@jasminebarratt1809]

+Michael Waterhouse I can't believe he was supporting Ben Howard. In my mind Ben Howard should have been supporting him. Ben Howard is very talented and actually from an area very close to where I live but I still prefer Willy Mason, he comes across as so heartfelt and genuine.

[@snoimcr]

My thoughts exactly.

[@EllieLindhorst]

Damn! Luckiest person alive over here!

[@okcancel5132]

This song is so good. I heard it once and I remembered it for a few months until i heard it again and got the name and artist. It makes me feel something that most other songs can't, bc it's not much of an actual feeling, I don't know how to explain it. I'm aware that nobody will see this, but I rly want to put out there that this song has rly effected someone. Good job.

[@dinayaffe1280]

It's funny.. I remember listening to this song when it came out and I forever remember it. I dont listen to it a lot but I always find myself humming it. It left something in me from the begining.

[@EllieLindhorst]

I grew up on this stuff, always have the urge to sing along or almost cry to this song

[@btdchalupa1455]

Claymo today I found my sisters old playlist. It was the same playlist that I listened to when I was little and there are so many hidden gems in it like this one

[@newday8545]

Yes!

[@Kenny-tc6rg]

A little from column A, and a little from column B. Great singer songwriter 😁

[@obiwanyorkshobi6507]

This is as fresh as the day it was written and as relevant. Come the time's, come the tune.

[@daibonehead]

Mad that it has been 20 years. Still relevant.

[@rr.gs.8011]

My lord this hits ya in the feels!

[@sc00b01]

I love this song. Its my daily alarm clock and puts me in the right mood everyday.

[@El..Stracho]

Know his song because it was the song on my windows media player back in about 2001 lol.. Good song.

[@HonestMan112]

My dad played this song when me and my brother were younger about 10 years ago, they're both still alive thank god but I just thought I should revisit my childhood.

[@StinkyPirate2112]

This Is the exact same reason I’m here! My dad used to blast this thru the family computer 👌🏼

[@joeblair3427]

We could be doing with more songs like these now a days. The lyrics have such deep meaning

[@awesomefrankrapid]

Thanks Zane

[@skeemag]

not heard this for years, all time classic of all time

[@TheWorldListens]

3 years late but yes man, Flat Eric🤣

[@dallasboringnews7157]

This song will be more significant than "seven nation army" was during the Arab spring. Mark my words. This song will define America

[@JACOBMILLERPETERS]

For some reason, this song and video always stuck with me. I just couldn't remember the name. So glad it just came to me, this morning.

[@Tekunoff]

Guys I just heard that song from some internet radio. I want to say that Mason makes really that want hear my ears. Beautifull and mindful liryc and melody.

[@Tekunoff]

Almost 12 years have passed

[@alexanderdunning6586]

Marathoned this song while marathoning WoW a decade ago, such a strong association with a completely different period of my life.

[@lilazndrgnboi]

heck ya, same

[@jasoninzani4627]

Im 25 ... this song brings me so many many memories from my 'teen years. Beautiful song, and worth hitting on repeat.

[@RickyTikkiTavi77]

You’re 32 now and I’ll bet you still love this song ツ

[@paulbecher9159]

Had never heard this until Tom Robinson mentioned it in his interview with Pete Mitchell (Absolute Radio). Love it!

[@ruthstewart1128]

Saw Willy perform in Glasgow in 2007 he was amazing! He had just got a new guitar from a place down the road. Great gig.

[@tonycrofts7628]

A beautiful song. Forgotten until I was reminded today by a local cover version.

[@repairmanjack82]

this song gives me hope for the future of music!

[@andrewtowell6074]

What a song!!!!

[@AnarchyAndi]

Thank you for posting this. I spent hours looking for the video before and you're the only person on youtube that has it. :)

[@chrismorris4633]

absolute awesome song, could listen to it over and over! fair play Mr.Mason

[@kennethkennethson4991]

It came on in my dads van on a journey for a gig i had.b He told me it was my (not blood) uncle's favourite song. I dont like much of america but this song is an exception.

[@akamiguelsanchez9985]

This really should be my generations anthem

[@eldensloth]

Veeery nice song and positive message. Greetings from Italy!

[@neilcampbell8499]

And from Scotland 5 years in the future

[@FG-sj8su]

Lyrics: I want to be better than oxygen So you can breathe when you're drowning and weak in the knees I want to speak louder than Ritalin For all the children who think that they've got a disease I want to be cooler than t.v. For all the kids that are wondering what they are going to be We can be stronger than bombs If you're singing along and you know that you really believe We can be richer than industry As long as we know that there's things that we don't really need We can speak louder than ignorance Cause we speak in silence every time our eyes meet. On and on, and on, and on it goes The world it just keeps spinning Until I'm dizzy, time to breathe So close my eyes and start again anew. I want to see through all the lies of society To the reality, happiness is at stake I want to hold up my head with dignity Proud of a life where to give means more than to take I wan't to live beyond the modern mentality Where paper is all that you're really taught to create Do you remember the forgotten America? Justice, equality, freedom to every race? Just need to get past all the lies and hypocrisy Make up and hair to the truth behind every face That look around to all the people you see, How many of them are happy and free? I know it sounds like a dream But it's the only thing that can get me to sleep at night I know it's hard to believe But it's easy to see that something here isn't right I know the future looks dark But it's there that the kids of today must carry the light. On and on, and on, and on it goes The world it just keeps spinning Until I'm dizzy, time to breathe So close my eyes and start again anew. If I'm afraid to catch a dream I weave your baskets and I'll float them down the river stream Each one i weave with words i speak to carry love to your relief. I want to be better than oxygen So you can breathe when you're drowning and weak in the knees I want to speak louder than Ritalin For all the children who think that they've got a disease I want to be cooler than t.v. For all the kids that are wondering what they are going to be We can be stronger than bombs If you're singing along and you know that you really believe We can be richer than industry As long as we know that there's things that we don't really need We can speak louder than ignorance Cause we speak in silence every time our eyes meet. On and on, and on, and on it goes The world it just keeps spinning Until i'm dizzy, time to breathe So close my eyes and start again anew

[@ArchStantonify]

Thanks. I love when people do this

[@mirrenfreeman3883]

Whenever I'm having a tough time, I always find myself drifting back to this song.. it saddens me that as years pass the limited views remain, a lot of people are missing out. This guy truly is a gem x

[@davidjames579]

Art doesn't have to be complex. It can be in the hands of the honest, heartfelt, and kind, saying I care and just putting it out there.

[@janehilton4249]

I heard it on the radio when it was new I must have been 15 and it really is a nice song

[@MrBehrtube]

Lovely, beautiful song

[@andyhindson2828]

Shit I may have just found a new favourite song at the minute. Why has it taken me so long to hear this guy?

[@simazar]

andy hindson blessed be this day

[@neilcampbell8499]

Astute young fella

[@brokenputer]

My favorite song! Thanks for posting it again :-)

[@Fernandoriam]

UP if this song, for some reason, brings you that nostalgic feeling :/

[@doctorcropcircles]

This is great, not just the song but the video, kind of reminds me of Alexander Supertramp :D

[@vincentbiddle]

I've never heard this song before but it feels like I've always known it. It reminds me of something I don't remember.

[@kirkcobainrules123]

its a prayer

[@littleheromusic]

One of the greatest singles ever.

[@1invag]

This song was given away free on a cd with an edition of NME magazine in the uk called hot list 2003 or something I believe. First time I'd heard of the guy and was blown away. There were many bands on that cd that went on to great things. Willie Mason was not one of them sadly.

[@DetestProtest]

It's as cool as something from the 90s'.

[@Thearrowstrikes]

The lyrics are amazing, and the song is lovely, i have never heard him before, first time, I like it!:X

[@rexbanner7256]

thank you so much. been looking for this original original for years now. thank you. now I can show my kids this.

[@daniela.g.martinez3400]

;) u welcome, its very nice to know how many people like this song and some years ago it didn't exist here in KZbin. cheers!

[@MrKirklandLaing]

Truly beautiful tune.

[@kaylalouw4353]

discovered this song while watching still filthy and it was playing with the credits, i love it

[@skullythemadhat9229]

Last night i saw this song played live willy mason at gullivers pub in Manchester he did it on an electric and it was amazing ☠️🎩

[@newday8545]

One of the most important songs this century so far.

[@patrichickman8718]

this was on a 2005 compilation album, I got my mom to buy it as my first CD (with Demon Days). I love songs like this. It’s like what Imagine by John Lennon is to so many

[@RickyTikkiTavi77]

Beautiful prayer 🙏

[@TomasEagleMusic]

surprised how few views his songs have, i remember them being huge? 'so long' popped into my head last night and after googling the lyrics i remembered this too... thanks:)

[@lewisyoutub]

Epic song from my rebelious days (they've never left me)

[@georgepenny6274]

genius love this song so great

[@effym5070]

Bloody gorgeous even in 2018

[@lilazndrgnboi]

Thanks for the video man! Keep it alive! The American Dream!

[@ceylonsaphire]

He was brilliant tonight at RR, loved it

[@diecybenmtb]

thanks for posting, love this song

[@jamburp38]

Saw him live last night was on top form great GUY !

[@StawbsGirl]

❤

[@westwind324]

I miss the 00's

[@Givingitashot]

Why has this not millions of views? Jesus people wake up!;-)

[@lanekays]

his acoustic old stuff was beautiful. i had the biggest crush at thirteen.... if you can find a true version of "sophie," we're friends.

[@btdchalupa1455]

This is a hidden gem

[@thehybridedits]

truly. and the world needs to hear this now

[@joelolivasrubio3198]

Thanks man, had searched for it as well. :D

[@Tomeh29]

love this song!

[@joedillerofthemountain6326]

Sick brah!

[@allfunkedup158]

First album I bought

[@chriswalter8092]

Just stumbled on this guy. Who is he? I'm high as a kite. Tune in brother. Good stuff

[@danilibertine]

i love it too, here in México fm radio don't put this greatest artist!

[@ZzombikAt]

I really like the live version from his album at the showbox show up here in seattle....I think he did a show with peggy sue last year in jersey I would've cut off a thumb to make that show.....

[@PaintedskiesRankin]

Found out about this artist from the owner of happy trails in Waterville maine

[@edwardsimmonds521]

Right on!

[@doctorcropcircles]

It's a true story and a great [if tragic] film about a guy who throws away to live off've the wild, really recommend it.

[@jonimitchell9812]

you will make it. :) You will be all the things that this song declares.

[@riseup20twelve]

thank you thank you :)

[@rockangular]

Big Hug for you!

[@therabbithat]

Someone tell generation Z about this song, they will love it

[@SEIKOSAT100]

The Last human Whit Honor😥

[@brownd1953]

Joff Oddie, guitarist for Wolf Alice brought me here.

[@davidellis295]

💜🤠💜

[@Gracew123]

Thats where I heard this song too haha

[@lukeburnett5550]

Live a simple life love help give what you can for nothing in return

[@PecktheTownCrier]

Anthem.

[@the-bottom-of-a-black-hole-.]

"May the pen of your mind never run out of ink." ,dan'

[@johanna5253]

Tellement tellement chanme.

[@johnames1987]

I want to be better than oxygen So you can breathe when you're drowning and weak in the knees I want to speak louder than Ritalin For all the children who think that they've got a disease I want to be cooler than t.v. For all the kids that are wondering what they are going to be We can be stronger than bombs If you're singing along and you know that you really believe We can be richer than industry As long as we know that there's things that we don't really need We can speak louder than ignorance Cause we speak in silence every time our eyes meet. On and on, and on, and on it goes The world it just keeps spinning Until I'm dizzy, time to breathe So close my eyes and start again anew. I want to see through all the lies of society To the reality, happiness is at stake I want to hold up my head with dignity Proud of a life where to give means more than to take I wan't to live beyond the modern mentality Where paper is all that you're really taught to create Do you remember the forgotten America? Justice, equality, freedom to every race? Just need to get past all the lies and hypocrisy Make up and hair to the truth behind every face That look around to all the people you see, How many of them are happy and free? I know it sounds like a dream But it's the only thing that can get me to sleep at night I know it's hard to believe But it's easy to see that something here isn't right I know the future looks dark But it's there that the kids of today must carry the light. On and on, and on, and on it goes The world it just keeps spinning Until I'm dizzy, time to breathe So close my eyes and start again anew. If I'm afraid to catch a dream I weave your baskets and I'll float them down the river stream Each one i weave with words i speak to carry love to your relief. I want to be better than oxygen So you can breathe when you're drowning and weak in the knees I want to speak louder than Ritalin For all the children who think that they've got a disease I want to be cooler than t.v. For all the kids that are wondering what they are going to be We can be stronger than bombs If you're singing along and you know that you really believe We can be richer than industry As long as we know that there's things that we don't really need We can speak louder than ignorance Cause we speak in silence every time our eyes meet. On and on, and on, and on it goes The world it just keeps spinning Until i'm dizzy, time to breathe So close my eyes and start again anew

[@the-bottom-of-a-black-hole-.]

"My denial started spins in nosedive to ground zero to crash and burn into hope to toast marshmallows with." ,dan'

[@kevinpdean]

Don't miss him at notingham rescue rooms tonight x

[@caitlinbrooker7754]

can't wait to see him support ben howard on the every kingdom tour! :)