Sweaters [Animated Music Video] 

Thank you all so much for the overwhelming support on my musical ventures over the years, thus the birth of Ursa Major, the stage name I'll be using (y'all know i love stars lol) Sweaters is the first of many songs to come on my first EP, Neverland :) Get ready for ANOTHER new song next month! Follow my Ursa Major accounts on twitter and instagram to stay up to date and see some sneak peeks!

This is absolutely gorgeous, the lyrics hit so hard and the creative metaphors and visuals really land. I love the detail of him having roses on his sweater, but Illy being eventually hurt by the seemingly beautiful and harmless rose he gave her, it's genius symbolism. brb gonna go spam the replay button

i love the lyrics of “i’m gonna throw your sweaters out cause they don’t feel like home” and then at the end saying “i’m gonna wear my own.” there’s such like a difference in the mood and it’s beautiful

Im so proud of you ilyssa. I remember when u first started this project and i knew immediately it would be a hit. Not only is the song a bop but the meaning behind this is so beautiful~❤

"Looked my best, but felt my worst" Wow that is an amazing line

"Your sweaters don't feel like home" "It's about time I take back the sweater that you stole" "I'm gonna throw your sweaters out and I'm gonna wear my own" The metaphors are perfect, I love this more than words can explain

The ukulele at the end sounds just like accepting that you're not in a relationship anymore, and you're only getting comfort from yourself. And finally it's enough.

I've never been in a romantic relationship but I haven't talked to my dad since March. Basically, he's not the perfect dad I thought he was and I've cut him out of my life for personal reasons. I still think about the fun we used to have and sometimes I still miss him. But I know being away from him is for the best. This song's really helping me get through it, so thank you Illy.

Another song? Your voice is so beautiful I’m definitely going to add this to my playlist an Spotify.

Well... that's a coincidence. Two days ago my ex and I stopped talking, even after we became friends. She changed a lot and we weren't really able to stay on the same page anymore, even as colleagues. This song coming out today is quite fitting. Thank you, Illy, stay strong and keep making great projects, no matter the medium.

♫ LYRICS ♫ (Intro) You've got me imprinted, love's true human form Only found in sweaters that you've worn There's no going back, cloud nine is all I know I wanna throw your sweaters out 'cause they don't feel like home (Verse One) Been a while since you've had my coat from varsity You know where to send it, but you won't give it back to me So I hoard the blankets 'Cause I can barely take it I cover my face in sweating hands Said a prayer, can we still be friends? Then you ask if you can kiss me.. (Chorus) Well, you've got me imprinted, love's true human form Only found in sweaters that you've worn There's no going back, cloud nine is all I know I wanna throw your sweaters out, but where else would I go? (Verse Two) Been a while since you've had the secrets we keep You know how to fix this, but you'll never change for me Still, I dreamed of plane rides One way to your bright side I traded sleep for your clever words I looked my best, but I felt the worst Then you asked if you could kiss me (Chorus) Well, you've got me imprinted, love's true human form Only found in sweaters that you've worn It wears me out, looking for the one I see your sweaters all around, and there's nowhere left to run from you (Bridge) With those puppy eyes, you spread your lies You're running out of time It's getting cold It's about time I take back the sweater that you stole (Ending) I may be imprinted, but there's so much more to me Some things you never touched, and you'll never get to see There's no going back, this life is all I know I'm gonna throw your sweaters out, and I'm gonna wear my own

Had an ex that I would let borrow my shirts, one of which she never gave back to me, so the lyrics hit really hard for me.

The way you sang "Run" at 3:13 with the key change gave me chills!! Great work, Illy :)

This is exactly what I needed today, I'm dealing with this with a close friend and your song made me feel better. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

This is a complete masterpiece, where do I even start? Well if anyone noticed the last frame shows flowers that are not roses which could symbolize her not having reminders of him. As someone said before him being represented by a rose is very accurate. I am so sorry that Illy had to go though that but am happy she could move on from him and dump him. I hope y'all have a great day/evening/night. I will be sitting here listening to this beautiful piece of art.

Can I be real for a sec? I love this song. And I mean, LOVE IT. There really isn’t songs on the radio that hit as hard as this one. The instrumentation makes the whole song feel like an album. From the beautiful piano and synths to the crashing Melodies. I can get lost in these Melodies. It honestly feels like a shooting star passing by. While I have never been in a toxic relationship, I know what toxic people are like. I know how they can affect you. And the crushing reality is hard to grasp. So these lyrics cut really deep for me. To see Illy put these together is super brace, and I commend her deeply. Finally, Illy sounds genuinely broken here. Like she wants to cry on this track. It’s heartbreaking to listen to. 10/10 song!

This really is beautiful. It's about to make me cry

have had this on repeat for the past few days, it's really beautiful, it's also been helping me through a pretty complicated breakup

your singing voice really has a place in my heart. These lyrics really hit hard.

Has anyone ever told you your singing voice is sublimely beautiful? Because...it's sublimely beautiful.

This is so magnificent. It made me cry the first time I watched it. Can’t wait to add this to my Spotify playlist!

"I looked my best but felt my worst" Absolytely lovely song, I love this. Even when tho backstory behind this is anything else but lovely. Amazing job Illy

It’s amazing how after a break up, suddenly the person’s flaws didn’t matter and you forget about them and just think of the good times and how much you miss them ❤ amazing job as always illy- I mean, Ursa Major!

I've never been in a relationship but this makes me feel better about the crush I rejected because I felt too embarrassed and never met them again.

This girl sings beautiful. We are proud of you Illymations

I loved this. I genuinely loved this. The lyrics are simple yet deep, and really hit home, even if you've never had this kind of experience, this kind of back and forth, this emotional manipulation that keeps you hopeful and lets you down every time. Plus, the creativity in this was really something special. From the ice always breaking under animated Illy's feet, to the lonely walk through the snow, following footprints that lead nowhere, to the final decision of burning that pile of memories, memories so cold and painful they kept her from finding a place, and a way, of course, to stay warm. Really brings meaning to the phrase: I burnt that bridge. Because that's what those memories were. Wonderful, yes, but only in the beginning, back when everything seemed perfect. And seemed is a key word here, too, but I'm just glad she matured and moved on from all of this, even if it hurt, burned or left her hands bleeding as she clutched the roses, a universal symbol of romantic love. Here's hoping someone will really see her and love her for her sweet, honest, kind, emotional, true self. Great job, can't wait to hear Neverland as a whole. For now, though, big thumbs up ❤💯

it's not really my genre but I can say the vocals are freaking beautiful and the instrumental is really chill and soothing

I love that in the memories the colours are more saturated than in the present day

Beautiful song, heart wrenching visuals, I’m glad you’re able to move foreword constantly from all you go through. Very inspirational.

JUST AMAZING!! 🤯

I love the lyrics and animation! My favorite part of the animation is when Illy is walking in the snow, following the footprints. She doesn't leave behind any herself, which makes it feel like a dream or memory.

a lot of the times when a youtuber unrelated to music drops a song, usually I dont expect much and im not surprised with the result, and same here I didnt expect much but your singing is genuinely beautiful, awesome song!

is it even possible for a voice to be this beautiful? i love your work, illy. you are truly inspiring.

This is genuinely amazing, your voice feels like a lullaby; calm and soothing but carrying so much weight and sorrow. A haunting beauty that I will be ugly crying to at 3am.

This song really encapsulated how freaking awesome the rose tinted glasses of having a crush you think likes you back or dating someone has. They are the thing you look forward to the thing you center your life around because they make you so happy and when they leave not only did you loose something that made you happy, you lost THE thing which makes it so much worse.

your so talented, you always take ur time with ur videos and projects and the hard work shows. great voice and great song :)

It’s sad but sweet at the same time, you lose them, but you won’t ever lose the memories, it doesn’t stop you from going forward, I love this

2:30 Steven Universe Reference! That aside, this song is very soothing and the animation is so good yet very sad 😢. Keep up the amazing work illy! 🥰

your voice is actually so pretty and airy and light i love it

This is the best song I've ever heard a RU-vidr come out with. It honestly sounds like something that would be #1 on that charts within the first month of it's release. The lyrics remind me of Taylor Swift x Olivia Rodrigo and I am living for it.

THIS IS SO BEAUTIFUL! The transition from all the layering and background music to just you singing with the ukulele is just the perfect encapsulation of "I can do this. Without you. Without the noise. Without the darkness." The dreamy visuals alongside the audio give so much peace... and finally I REALLY want an Ursa Major sweater! The design is so ADORABLE!!!!

This is one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard in my life. Well Done Illy. 🥺😭❤️

The visuals, vocals, just everything makes this such a good song. It’s one of a kind, Go Ilyssa! Sing your heart out, and do what you do best. You have my full support as do many other fans of yours.

2:03 That's relatable. Sometimes you want to tell them to put down the damn phone and be present.

At first I was hesitant to watch through the song because I’ve gone through something similar and it would probably make me feel worse but this song made me feel oddly relieved

4:24 this background has so many referneces, Hooty, Bluey, Hop Pop, Astronomy (Conan Gray) or The Collector from The Owl House

Illy's voice is gorgeous, and her lyrics are masterpieces! The animation is perfect! I hope to hear more songs from you

Beautiful animation Illy. It goes so well with the song and the design for the Ursa Major hoddie is adorable💖

0:29 Please , hold back your tears , you are the queen 🥺👑 please be happy as always, you sing good too 💙😭

PLEASEEE upload more music seriously you’re so talented.

Love the use of almost groovy bass lines and a more spacey atmosphere to portray the “cloud nine” of romance all while the imagery of shattering grounds, thorns vines hidden replacing roses, disappearing “jock with glasses” boy, and the cold wintery forest and shed showing the cracks in this seemingly perfect reality, the flaws that grow until they can’t be ignored for the sake of keeping the happy times going forever. And then finally to end it with less editing and simpler ukelele and vocals to single the end of the illusion and the path to better times was the cherry on top. While I’ve not had any major romantic entanglements, I’ve been in relationships that felt like gilded cages the longer I was in them. But once I got out, I was all the better and freer for it. All in all, this song is phenomenal and you are as well. May you have a pleasant rest of your day.

This is GORGEOUS! ❤️ The animation, the flow from scene to scene, the symbolism! Great job! ❤️

1:20 My favorite part❤

This is such a beautiful & sad song. It's also super relatable.

Johnny Manchild helping 😩 The bass line and drums😩 The vocals 😭 Everything else 😭

This was an incredible song. The lyrics were beautiful and the message was so heartfelt. The animation that went along with it was gorgeous and it just shows how much talent you have! Thank you so much for sharing this with the world!

I'll be honest, I wasnt expecting a lot, but Illy did amazing! Honestly, from how meaningful and clever the lyrics are, to how soft the music sounded, it was great. Super proud of you, Illy! Cant wait to hear more :]

this is so beautiful I'm actually crying.

Wearing their sweater is a metaphor for human connection, love's true human form. It's where she connected with him in some way but he was never really there. "You've got me imprinted, love's true human form" he had her, but wasn't really present. We're all selfish if we have a hole in our hearts. Gotta fill it not with other people, but with meaning. So much to know about this universe and what it signifies. Much love Illy, so thankful for you.

i may have interpreted this wrong so tell me if so but at 1:49 the realization of “oh, that’s right. they’re not here anymore.” i felt that. so hard.

My sister been through the same thing like this and now thanks to your song she’s a better person now. Thank you lily. ❤😊

*“I’m gonna throw your sweaters out and I’m gonna wear my own”* My favorite lyrics but tbh this song was so deep and beautiful too for such a not beautiful time. Also I love the Steven universe reference with the van

One time my bio teacher told the class, “In about 6-7 years the human body basically replaces itself with cell regeneration and such.” (Or something like that it’s been a minute since that class) And I repeat this fact to give comfort to people. Comfort in the sense that in a few years you will have a body others have never touched. And a mind preoccupied with much more important things.

This is the first time I’ve heard this song and I’ll be honest, I can tell it’ll help me with the really bad breakup that I’m going through. Your voice is absolutely stunning and I’m so excited to see where your music goes from here.

I've had this on repeat every second of the day it is just so beautiful

“I wanna throw your sweaters out but where else would I go?” “I traded sleep for your clever words” “ I looked my best but l felt the worst then you ask if you could kiss me” these lines hurt me the mostttttt. I can’t explain how I felt but these simple lyrics explained how exactly what I went through.

Literally gave me chills. I loved this illu

it took me a minute to realize what the song was about but after listening to it, im honestly sheading tears. this song is beautiful, rock to the stars Ursa Major

It’s amazing illy! The animation is so smooth, and just beautiful!!!

This song really spoke to me in ways other songs like this haven't. I felt the same things and experienced the same lows. This is an amazing song, and I'm so glad I listened to it. Thank you for making this masterpiece.

This is such a beautiful song. And how fitting! My anniversary of my ex breaking up with me is right around the corner, so now I have a super relatable song to listen to.

Wow this is just so moving! I know you’ve only released two songs but they’re both really great! Can’t wait to see what you have in store for us.

I love this song soooooo much your one of the best story time animators on RU-vid Ilyssa!

I would LOVE this song on Spotify!

The colours in this are simply GORGEOUS

2:35 Mr. Universe 😭

Beautiful song and video! Relationships are complicated but you are worth love. Never forget the way you deserve to be treated and know that you are enough to complete you. Other people may compliment your personality, but only you can complete yourself. Wonderful song! Love your creativity! 💚

The symbolism, the art, the music, your VOICE. It’s just amazing. I don’t know how to say how much I love this.

“I looked my best but I felt my worst” DAMN-

I listened to this song when it came out and absolutely loved it. I come back and listen to it every so often and my opinion hasn’t changed. Great job Illy!❤ I am so excited to see other songs from you!

I can’t not believe that she now makes music,keep doing the hard work Ilysa!

I love the detail of the rose throughout this. It’s beauty distracts you from the inevitable pain.

There's something about the last line that warms my heart.

Love this ❤

I’m going to pass away the symbolism, the animation, the lyrics, it’s all just AAA too good

I’m dieing of how cute this is it’s so sad but adorable and the music it just hits different

the singing, the mood, the lyrics, everything expresses the mood and the true weight of the situation. but hope everything gets better! life is a tough journey and you should look at this experience like a lesson, trust me, experiences like this shape you and help you move on in life. things like this will happen, and it’s not uncommon at all! there’s so many people that have gone through the same experience and when they moved on, it was for the better of them! hope the best for you!

I've always loved your backgrounds and in this video they are just all over the place, it's really beautifull

This is an absolute art. literally. i still remember her posting beautiful and now shes posting another music video!! I'm so proud of her!!

Another great music video from Illymations!

I’m sorry you had to go through that… No one deserves that treatment. God bless you, may you have a wonderful life. Lovely animation and song. It was amazing. You have a wonderful voice. You’re amazing.

2:45 The reflection: UH- WHAT ARE U DOING, WHY???

Aww! This is so cute. The artstyle, your voice, the music, it's literally everything. Love you Illy!

"I'm going to throw your sweaters out, and I'm going to wear my own" Touched my soul, so beautiful. Love this Illy, amazing job!

its so insane to me how much youve grown through the years, we are all so proud of you illy.

I will be waiting to hear this on the radio one day. You've truly got the makings of greatness in you Illy. ❤

Ahhhh can’t wait to listen! Love the videos!!! ❤

lol watching this felt like a 2012 depression scenario ❤️ i got nostalgic sad vibes

got chills. this is awesome

I just love a deep song, gives me a mixture of a million overwhelming feelings. Great song