this made me very emotional. i can't believe i'll get to witness you releasing new music as an adult. i grew up listening to your music, you are pretty much part of my childhood. (which i am very much grateful of) you are indeed a gift from heaven.. thank you for making such music. you are a brilliant musician. no words.. music and poetry in one 🤍 you don't know how many times you saved me. much love. xx
I can't believe how Regina always retains that vividly magical hue in each of her songs. Her voice is so limpid and pure, it just lifts you to the point you're floating over space and time. Can't wait for the new record, it's been a while! What a wonderful artist she is
It's incredible, my mom pass away 7 months ago, and my best friend moved away two weeks later looking for better, so now I walk alone a lot and live alone, and just keep wondering why the sadness of mom passing won't heal with time, I walk through the streets with delis and caffes, and think about God a lot, Is like she wrote this song about me ✨🦅❤️🌿
Can you try ways to meet new people...Meetup groups...volunteer work...attending book readings at libraries or bookstores etc? Also, when I feel alone, I like to think of nature as a 'friend'. Look up at the trees...feel the breeze...watch the clouds move... feed the birds...see the bees pollinating flowers...see the squirrels play... etc. All of nature, wild animals etc are 'alone', and yet One. And so too are we. We are all a part of this. And humans, unlike animals, can use their brains and creativity to come up with ways to become more engaged with their fellow humans. And if for any reason that doesn't work (maybe because of where you live, difficulty connecting with people etc) then try to focus on connecting with nature and doing some volunteering. ❤
I downloaded over 400 songs on Spotify in 2022. This is, without a doubt, the best song of the entire year. Absolute high-quality singing, songwriting, chords, lyrics. You're a genius, Regina.
😭😭😭 Regina!!! How do you always manage to find the most tender parts of my soul, and lay them out with your signature combo of wit, story-telling, frank sincerity, and depth? Also, being raised on classical music and having played in many orchestras, I love the sweeping grandiose classical vibes. Especially juxtaposed with the simplicity of music during the conversation with God. Sometimes you feel so much, but there's very little to be said. Little words that mean everything, like, "Stay, stay, stay." For me, when I chase down all my emotions to the root, it always seems to wind down to the fact that I just want to be with God, and can rarely get as close as I'd like. Thank you for expressing this so beautifully. ❤️
Oh my gosh, I literally just stepped out of the office to listen to this. I’ll risk unemployment at this point just to get more tunes from Mme. Rejinki. 💚
I would assume you and I are close to the same age, but the amount of things your music has gotten me thru is truly astonishing. From being in a bad relationship, to my dad dying, to become an addict, then getting clean, then another shitty relationship, then a child, and now being a single mom... your music has carried me all the way from high-school to 35. Well done. I appreciate you.
Is it just me or does this song have a whole new level of poignancy now? Aren't we all just in various stages of becoming all alone again? And, no, it doesn't get easier with time! But music and art can provide moments of relief amidst the pain of loss. Rest in peace Ilya. I hope Regina is finding some of the same comfort and peace she has given to all of us through her art during this time.
I like to think that even though were "all just in various stages of becoming all alone again," it's actually that were all just a part of a big mosaic or droplet of the ocean, trying to find ourselves in a mass were all connected to (for better and worse).
It’s very moving to see so many fellow people in the comment section who feel the same about finding comfort and healing in her music 🥹 It makes me happy to see everyone appreciating her return
When she said... "Let the ones who want it bad get all the things that make 'em better, Let the ones who don't care feel a thrill" Literally made me shed some tears. So powerful.
Fun fact about these lines, she's taking inspiration from a very old russian song that she covered in one of the bonus tracks off "What We Saw from the Cheap Seats" called "The Prayer of François Villon (Molitva)." The song's verses ask that God give certain things to certain people. "Господи, дай ты каждому Чего у него нет/Умному дай голову/Трусливому дай коня/Дай счастливому денег/И не забудь про меня "God, give everyone what they don't have/Give the wise one a head/Give the coward a horse/give the happy one money/and don't forget about me" I love how in "The Prayer of François Villon" he's begging to not be forgotten, but here the speaker just wants "to ride." To me, it's a resignation to what she does get given and a trust that the ride will be what it's meant to. It's so beautiful to me to hear her influences coming out in this song. She's taking the art that made her her and spinning it into something all her own. For all my fellow lyric nerds out there I recommend you translate "The Prayer of François Villon" so that you can consider these lyrics through that lense. I feel so grateful to be able to know russian and wanted to share this little easter egg with everyone.
@@princejohnny1467 тоже хотел написать про Молитву Окуджавы, но раз уже написали, лан не буду. И вот пасхалка для тебя), про название "Молитва Франсуа Вийону" Б. Окуджава: "Никакого отношения к Франсуа Вийону эта песня не имеет. Я написал стихи о себе, о своей жизни. Но в редакции не захотели это так печатать, и я назвал их «Молитва Франсуа Вийона». Но это было давно, теперь уже так не делают."
Hi, Regina. I don’t know if you’ll see this. However, my mamma just past away and so did my birthday (22). She knew I loved you since I was a very little boy. You’re the reason I made it into music school. You’re the reason I perform. I’m so happy my mamma was able to see you inspire me to be the artist I am today. I’m Maxximo.X on Instagram and I post to your photos sometimes. Thank you for being a light in my life. Thank you for creating and sharing. I ask god to let my mom stay, but I know she is happier in heaven. Thank you for being here at the right moments. Regina, you’re amazing. Thank you for all that you are. Love, Maxximo
Beautiful story but let the story be about you and your amazing journey. It's cool to praise our heroes, but let's not forget about the journey we make to get to where we are.
I love Regina…always have. But this song hits me extremely hard right now, more than usual. Ive been dealing with overwhelming loneliness, despite being in a crowd of people. I find myself asking God “why isnt it getting better..”
I promise you that you aren’t the only one feeling alone. I don’t know if that makes it better or worse, but it isn’t just you. Hang in there. Try to find things that bring you joy on your own. Shared experiences are wonderful, but if you can’t have them at the moment, have some experiences for yourself. You deserve joy. Hang in there.
That line could be quoted a thousand times and every time, it hits me harder. Another two lines that are so impactful are "And I just want to ride, but this whole world, it makes me carsick. Stop the meter sir, you have a heart, why don't you use it?" From the get go, the title "Becoming all alone again" hits home because that's how it feels, it isn't just becoming alone, but becoming alone again each time.
No puedo creer que hayas regresado. Estoy muy muy emocionado y contento. Una enorme sorpresa para mí. Adorarte muchísimo y tu música me transmite una paz hermosísima.
Seeing you in sandy and I can’t wait 🧡 you’ve been in my life since I was 16, I am now 32. Thank you for being there for so many milestones and transitions in my life.
Thank you. Your songs have been there in my darkest moments. This one hit me deep in the feels since I’ve felt lost for a few years now and kind of drifted off from my basic beliefs. Still fighting to get up everyday. Been thorough a lot of insomnia months and I almost gave up a lot as well. This line: “and I asked God, please call my name”, just made me cry, because I’ve prayed for so long for a silver lining. I love your songs and I’m really grateful for you, you always find the words to express those feelings that I cannot describe. Really, from the bottom of my heart, thank you.
I'd like to think so, but too few seem to know this outstanding woman and her voice. I guess the rest of us who have heard her will just have to do her uprising spirit justice!
You’ve released a new album my first year of middle school, high school, college and now (hopefully) grad school! I take it as a welcome sign that your music is always there for me during new stages of life and I couldn’t be more grateful
this song made me cry. i lost my dad and sister within 10 months. when she sings stay stay stay i think about them especially my sister because we both love regina. beautiful song.
This makes me cry. Regina Spektor's music was my entire high school experience, particularly Begin to Hope and Far, and just hearing her voice again takes me back over ten years to such a simpler time... A new album is the best news I've gotten in MONTHS, I can't wait!!!
I think the line, "And we didn't even have to pay, because god is god and he's revered," was really powerful because it shows the power of the belief people still have in god even in hard times.
I have been pleading into silent corners, a little prayer, that I need a new Regina Spektor album! Her last was the best and she is so wonderful. This is GREAT news. The little silent corners heard me!
Regina is one of my top 3 favorite artists since I was 16. I'm 30 now, and she's definitely the favorite of my 5 year old daughter (and still one of mine).
Regina's my oldest muse💕My 1st fave singer who's songs never got old, kept their allure for yrs🥰 Helped me thru a rlly difficult time when I was younger & stuck in hospital for months. Put a keyboard in my room & learned at least 15 of ur songs during tht time over those 2 yrs in n out & it helped me discover my passion for piano & singing (: Tysm Regina💗 Had a rlly positive, inspiring impact on me😊 am so glad for this notification!
1. I could have sworn I had heard this or something similar before, yes formerly known as Stay. I was like is it me, or is this too nostalgic? 2. I will go long periods of time without listening to RegiSpek, and I thought I shall today, to my surprise there’s something new. 3. The last time we had a new album I was 18 and now I’m 23 time really flies. 4. You are timeless RegiSpek thank you for giving me musical joy since I was 10 years old.
This is so timely..my old friend reconected with me today and she was asking for advice about a riff with her long time BF..and she asked me this question? "If I let him go will I become an old maid? I am too old to start all over again." She's only 33 bdway and she feels unlucky in love. I am gona let her listen to this song. Thank you Regina!😙
Stay with the calling ,feeling thinking and intention of living in the moment .Home is being inside the space and time you are gifted to shine the life flowing in your soul mind.You will never walk alone when home is your root and foundation.Your music and song is amazing to create a new reality to live our life.It is critical to walk to enjoy the colors happiness and beauty of nature and listening to the sound of peace
Coincidentally my next vacation starts July 10, when Regina is expected to play with the Avett Brothers at the Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado.... Me and my girlfriend was planning Hawaii, but we're both huge fans of Regina that we might actually go to Colorado instead. The Red Rocks venue seem absolutely like no other for a unique experience that's totally worth it! Either that or hope for more tour dates closer to fall, perhaps in California. Either way, I love your new song Regina! And I will see you in concert again, somewhere!
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