Lana Del Rey - Arcadia (Alternate Video) 

10 years have passed-she's still swinging in the backyard, and we're still listening to her music.

posting this on the 10 year anniversary of video games is so iconic. She's literally swinging in the backyard you guys

I first listened to her at 14, a young girl. Now I'm 25, a young woman with two babies. I still feel the same when I listen to her music, yet we've changed and grown together over the years... 💓

i can see why people would want her to win a grammy but i just don’t see why it’s that big of a deal in the first place. she’s made such a difference in the lives of many and i would say that is reward enough for her. in fact it’s probably the reason she began her career in the first place, not to get momentary validation from a little statue. there’s so much more put into her songs than that and i’m sure she sees her purpose, which is to touch the hearts of beautiful human beings, as already being fulfilled. of course the grammy would be nice to win and a huge achievement but i really doubt that she attaches that much to it 💖

it's 10 years anniversary of video games and she's swinging in the backyard. this song feels like looking back to what we went through. thnx for that wonderful decade. it all could be nothing without you💞

76 years old and have been in love with Lana from the beginning...keep these beautiful tunes coming my way, baby!

Lyrics: My body is a map of L.A. I stand straight like an angel, with a halo Hangin' out the Hilton Hotel window Screamin', "Heyo, baby, let's go" My chest, the Sierra Madre My hips, every high and byway That you trace with your fingertips like a Toyota Run your hands over me like a Land Rover In Arcadia, Arcadia All roads that lead to you as integral to me as arteries That pump the blood that flows straight to the heart of me America, America I can't sleep at home tonight, send me a Hilton Hotel Or a cross on the hill, I'm a lost little girl Findin' my way to ya Arcadia My body is a map of L.A. And my heart is like paper, I hate ya I'm not from the land of the palms, so I know I can't stay here I'm not native, but My curves, San Gabriel all day And my lips like the fire licks the bay If you think that you know yourself, you can come over Lay your hands on me like you're a Land Rover In Arcadia, Arcadia All roads that lead to you as integral to me as arteries That get the blood flowing straight to the heart of me America, I need a miracle I can't sleep at home tonight, send me a Hilton Hotel Or a cross on the hill, I'm a lost little girl Findin' my way to ya Arcadia They built me up three hundred feet tall just to tear me down So I'm leavin' with nothing but laughter, and this town Arcadia Findin' my way to ya I'm leavin' them as I was, five foot eight Western bound, plus the hate that they gave By the way, thanks for that, on the way, I'll pray for ya But you'll need a miracle America

Lana deserves a Grammy, she worked so hard since 10 years ago and we don't appreciate her art like we should do, love you Lana, thank you for work so hard and share your beautiful music and voice with us

I think this was posted on the 10 years of Video games -- she is "swinging in the backyard" and she told us to listen to this song like we did VG. I feel that this video represents Lana after she left the "land of the palms" and now has found her peace. The video is so beautiful and radiating with acceptance of oneself and finally letting go of all the things that troubled her in recent times and letting in all the little things that make person feel alive like carelessly swinging in the backyard on a sunny day. I think this shift is gonna be reflected upon her future releases. It's been an honor to watch this artist grow over time from a mental space like Gods&Monsters to where she is kinda obssesed with Hollywood to: I'm "leavin' them as I was, five foot eight"-- showing her that maybe that that wasnt what she "truly wanted - innocence lost" to her leaving as she was unchanged and authentic.

She deserves recognition, she hasn’t stopped giving us art since born to die and we haven’t appreciated It enough. Please, give this woman a grammy. I’ll be happy that day

God she is beautiful. She has the most infectious smile in the world. She smiles, you smile, we all smile. Goddess.

Alternate video is so much better than the original. here Lana looks ethereal.

The first video of this song shows her farewell to all the people in the industry who don't deserve her. While this alternate video shows aftermath where Lana is living in Arcadia after bidding them farewell. And she's happy and resilient as ever.❤️ And she looks like an angel here. She's not a human. A GODDESS. 😭❤️❤️

Petition to give Lana her Grammy already. The most deserving female artist of them all.

i'm in tears.... she doesn't have to be this soft and sweet

This is, without a doubt, the MOST beautiful song I have ever heard. The Grammys don't deserve Lana.

Lana is literally not a human , she is an angel

Lana del rey isn't just a human being. She's the reason i'm alive and all that's good on earth.

she's grown so much as a person and you can tell by her music. listening to her albums from born to die to cotcc is like going through her life story era by era and growing up alongside her. its amazing

this living legend never disappoints, everything she touches is gold

The fact that she hasn't won any Grammys just show that Grammys are nothing but a joke. Lana is a Queen!!! ❤

I know you're probably not gonna read this but if there's even a slightest chance, I want you to know that you're my source of inspiration, peace, comfort & wisdom. I hope you know that you are once in a lifetime kind of woman. You and your art is my savior, in both blue & bright days. Thanks for blessing all of us with everything you do. Thanks for your extreme hardwork, authenticity and the commitment you have towards your passion. It's impeccable! I take notes every day. Also, this MV is just SO EUPHORIC. I can watch it all day, it's so soothing. I love you, EWG. You're so pure. You are literally an angel

i have never ever not gotten goosebumps listening to her songs

the swan song of a civilization, the softest, sweetest goodbye from a time that knows her- and to any having long left us far into the generations, if it is true that they rediscover stars like this one, and can still read them -the tenderest reminder our hearts have never left them. viva lana del rey

This video feels more like Lana del Rey. That innocence combined with adulthood. It really feels more honest than the official one.

Here she looks like an ancient mythological divine spirit of the woods and mountains and I am loving it🖤

I love how you can use any frame as a wallpaper, quality

Everything about this - the simplicity, the outfit, the scenery, the camera quality - is so much better than the official video. We won!

My body is a map of L.A. I stand straight like an angel, with a halo Hangin' out the Hilton Hotel window Screamin', "Heyo, baby, let's go" My chest, the Sierra Madre My hips, every high and byway That you trace with your fingertips like a Toyota Run your hands over me like a Land Rover In Arcadia, Arcadia All roads that lead to you as integral to me as arteries That pump the blood that flows straight to the heart of me America, America I can't sleep at home tonight, send me a Hilton Hotel Or a cross on the hill, I'm a lost little girl Findin' my way to ya Arcadia My body is a map of L.A. And my heart is like paper, I hate ya I'm not from the land of the palms, so I know I can't stay here I'm not native, but My curves, San Gabriel all day And my lips like the fire licks the bay If you think that you know yourself, you can come over Lay your hands on me like you're a Land Rover In Arcadia, Arcadia All roads that lead to you as integral to me as arteries That get the blood flowing straight to the heart of me America, I need a miracle I can't sleep at home tonight, send me a Hilton Hotel Or a cross on the hill, I'm a lost little girl Findin' my way to ya Arcadia They built me up three hundred feet tall just to tear me down So I'm leavin' with nothing but laughter, and this town Arcadia Findin' my way to ya I'm leavin' them as I was, five foot eight Western bound, plus the hate that they gave By the way, thanks for that, on the way, I'll pray for ya But you'll need a miracle America

It feels so weird having her not around on social media anymore, but I hope she is living her best life and I hope to see her on tour whenever that may be. Love you lots, Lana.

She doesn't need a Grammy or any other prize. She's just perfect like a diamond. She's necessary like oxygen.

"LANA DEL REY" deveria ser um elogio vey, tipo: "Você tá tão Lana Del Rey hoje". Essa mulher é maravilhosa demais. Fico tão feliz em viver na mesma época que ela e desfrutar dessas belezuras de músicas. Lana é arte, Lana é pop, Lana é tudo.🛐💖

🌴 SONG MEANING 🌴 “arcadia” is a term synonymous with “utopia” and she's drawing imagery with the city of LA bc that's what she's accustomed to and bc she considers it her home, her "utopia" if you will. But is it reciprocated and does this "utopia" take her in with unconditional love like she has (literally projecting it onto her body and fully overtaking her)? Likely not she is essentially expressing her wish for belonging and lack thereof. Lana feels like she doesn’t belong anywhere after all and has felt that way ever since she can remember. Her home, her "utopia" is up in the air again And it's not necessarily about the actual city of Arcadia which lies far east of LA, but the imagery of Arcadia at the end (as opposed to the previous imagery projected of solely LA) along with the mariachi music reminiscent of Mexican heavy East LA makes it seem as she's pulling away from the upper class West LA lifestyle (that is portrayed so rampantly in the mass media as 'The LA') and into yet another search for another "utopia" far away from the one she thought she already found (Edit: this last paragraph is referring to the Original video, but decided to leave it in for purposes of song meaning) 🙌🏼

She’s a romantic artist, singer songwriter. She’s beautiful with her natural makeup, her hair blowing in the wind. She’s nostalgic. I mean, I’m so in love with her.

I discovered Lana Del Rey’s music only a few months ago. I’ve been blown away ever since. She is True North.

I've discovered her when I was 15 and I'm a fan ever since and it amazing how she keeps making music that gives me peace in anxious night when I can't sleep

She knows what she’s doing… todays the 10th anniversary of video games and arcadia is like an history about her life in the past 10 years. Shes a genius!!!

this woman is such a goddess. I can’t believe it, out of this world.

I want her to move to London, Spain or South Asia, just imagine what other inspired songs she can make just by changing the environment around Lana 😍

Lana é como o vinho 🍷

Lana is like an angel spreading her art to save us in these dark times.

Our arcadia is Lana's music. A safe place. A universe full of poetry.

This woman is a true Artis/poet/singer/GODDESS!!!! Give her a damn Grammy already!

I seriously hope decades from now Lana del Rey gets the respect as an artist she deserves

when ariana grande said that God is a woman, she was talking about Lana

Lana makes me grounded. I feel at peace with my self. I stopped being at war with my melancholic personality. It's a part of me and it's beautiful and Lana's music resonates with me so much.

The best lyricist of my generation.

She's looking like a Goddess here.

she’s literally so atemporal like I could be listening to her music in every phase of my life I am living

"The kind of woman who says no but men hear yes - the kind of women who are slated mercilessly for being authentic, delicate selves, the kind of women who get their own stories and voices taken away from them by stronger women or by men who hate women." - Lana Del Rey ♥️

Breathtaking. She always is. Her voice always gives me chills x

I would never get tired of listening to this serene masterpiece

Lana Del Rey no es un nombre, es un SENTIMIENTO, REINA

she is literally a goddess, an angel. she's just ethereal. i cannot even describe what her music makes me feel so beautiful omg

Her intonations, crescendos/decrescendos, vocal tone and pronunciation really make this song what it is. Breathtaking.

this album is heaven.

Lana Del Rey isn't just a singer, it’s a lifestyle, a reason to breathe, an escape from this cruel world filled w thieves. it’s art, the first gift u open on christmas, a hug from a loved one, it’s everything u ever wanted, it’s everything u need.

“Can’t sleep at home tonight, send me a Hilton Hotel, or a Cross on the Hill; I’m a lost little girl” …. Those lyrics hit home waaayyy harder than they should.

LANA DEL BEST !!!!!!♥

Best song off the new album imo. its so beautiful.

I'm not exaggerating but I literally cried when I first heard this song, like it hits to the heart and this video...omg Lana is a Goddess

She looks like an angel, I'm crying over this song😭😭😭😭😭

At 2:33 I literally started crying when she smiled. Lana is so beautiful and wonderful, and so is her art. I'm so happy to live at the same time she does. Her music has been with me for 8 years and it means so much to me I can't describe it. It warms my heart to see her smile like that...

There’s something about this alternate video that brings so much nostalgia. It’s pure beauty.

This is just.. the best thing ever. My birthday is in a few hours and I'm tearing up. I've been really sad about life and she always appears whenever I need a reminder that I have time. I feel like everything will be okay. I love you Lana. You're everything I aspire to be , my artist for life.

Why does this song make me cry every time? I feel like she needs a hug but she's the big sister I've never met and can't help her.

Left everything behind, i'm in heaven, because i hear an angel's voice here, as always when i click on Lana's video.

I just shed some tears while singing along to it 😢😭 What an amazing poet Lana is! ❤🐾

I'll say this about Lana, she never conformed under pressure and stayed true to her artistic vision. You have to respect that.

2:35 where she starts smiling is the best! Her smile is ethereal

My favorite human after my mom. Lana, thank you so much for everything.

I was lucky enough to meet Lana after one of her shows in NYC years ago, and I swear, when we spoke she truly had light around her. I was taken aback by her beauty. You think she’s beautiful in images and videos? In person she’s even more beautiful. She looks right into your eyes and I don’t say this about many, but she’s special, an angel. Her hug was like warmth. Healing. She’s an icon and can make magic with just singing along, no need for high tech things. Jusr sun in her eyes, wind in her hair, and I’m entranced. Love you Lana ❤️

The dislikes are just jealous of a talent that no other human being can pocess

I wasn't really feeling the Chemtrails album (White Dress and the titular track were the only standouts for me), but so far I'm fully enchanted by the energy and atmosphere she's concocted with this upcoming album. This song is magic.

I just love her singing this It feels so peaceful like a baby 💙💙💙

I'm so proud of this woman. She has come so far, overcome so many things stuck with what she loves doing most, lived through the harsh criticisms and most of all she never gave up. My love respect support for her will be everlasting and I hope whatever she does now and in the future, it makes her happy. I've been following her since her lizzy grant days. Just as beautiful, just as talented just as majestic. Lana, you are truly a blessing to us all. love you

Who else think this video fits the song so much better ? Lana is so talented 🌼

This should’ve been the official video it’s so pretty and peaceful

The blocking for this video is amazing. I love how in the sadder parts of the song she’s in the shadows, and for the more hopeful parts she’s seen with the sun.

The greatest thing about Lana is that she doesn’t need elaborate music videos with ‘professional’ lightning, inventive dance moves or cutting edge fashion to make her music more appealing. Just her featuring with a sunset in the background, singing to the song is more than what we can ask for. Her music alone fills all those gaps. The rest is on the periphery.

everything about lana is just beautiful.

After listening this song , something soul is attracting me

This part tho: "I'm leaving them As I was Five foot eight Western belt Plus the hate That they gave By the way Thanks for that On the way I'll pray for ya" Magnificent word beat and deeper meaning - it is really a way to end a song 💎❤️

Lana es súper random,cierra sus redes sociales, reactiva su cuenta de Honeymoon y postea una foto de Lindsay Lohan y luego sube un video musical de la nada,la amo

This should have been the main video

She is one of the closest things we have to a time machine.

you can be depressed and happy in the same time listening to every inch of her melody

Lana Del Rey isn’t just a human being, she’s a cultural reset, a reason to breathe, everything that I live for. she’s the reason why I wake up, the reason why I dress up, the reason why I eat, the reason why I still want to live in this mean world. she’s my everything.

I love Arcadia. Thanks for visiting doll

She is too good for Grammy

*LYRICS* My body is a map of L.A. I stand straight like an angel, with a halo Hangin' out the Hilton Hotel window Screamin', "Heyo, baby, let's go" My chest, the Sierra Madre My hips, every high and byway That you trace with your fingertips like a Toyota Run your hands over me like a Land Rover In Arcadia, Arcadia All roads that lead to you as integral to me as arteries That pump the blood that flows straight to the heart of me America, America I can't sleep at home tonight, send me a Hilton Hotel Or a cross on the hill, I'm a lost little girl Findin' my way to ya Arcadia My body is a map of L.A. And my heart is like paper, I hate ya I'm not from the land of the palms, so I know I can't stay here I'm not native, but My curves, San Gabriel all day And my lips like the fire licks the bay If you think that you know yourself, you can come over Lay your hands on me like you're a Land Rover In Arcadia, Arcadia All roads that lead to you as integral to me as arteries That get the blood flowing straight to the heart of me America, I need a miracle I can't sleep at home tonight, send me a Hilton Hotel Or a cross on the hill, I'm a lost little girl Findin' my way to ya Arcadia They built me up three hundred feet tall just to tear me down So I'm leavin' with nothing but laughter, and this town Arcadia Findin' my way to ya I'm leavin' them as I was, five foot eight Western bound, plus the hate that they gave By the way, thanks for that, on the way, I'll pray for ya But you'll need a miracle America

I will never stop loving this woman, she’s the reason why I fell in love with poetry and the melancholic world of broken love

This song is sooo underrated 😢

Love, love, love Lana! Chemtrails over country clubs!!!! Can't wait to get a copy of this!

I haven't found anything else in this world that makes me feel like her music does... bliss

It may be a simple video, and with simple I mean that we only see lana singing, but the song accompanied by such dreamy cinematography deepens the intimacy, the ethereal nostalgic vibe that Arcadia by itself provides. She and her team never fail, I love her and suspect always will. ♥️

Lana del rey songs feel like those weird but good dreams that you instantly forget when you wake up

This song gave me chills

she is definitely going to be remembered as one of the greatest songwriters of this century, if not of all time, and i will be sooo proud that i got to experience her art in real time. what a goddess.

Love how they kept the little imperfections, her checking where she is walking, fixing her bra strap, her hair getting messy. It feels very raw and natural.