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Kimbra's vocal on this always gives me goosebumps. There's so much feeling in there, especially when they both go into the chorus together. Her 'somebody' is perfection against his 'that I used to know'.
When he’s singing lyrics, she is harmonizing. When she’s singing musics, he’s harmonizing. It reminds me very much of a couple trying to communicate and failing. She’s crying out and he’s not listening, and he cries out and she doesn’t listen. Not sure I’d that was the intention. But it pulls my heartstrings for sure.
This was something we studied im school called Call and Response. A lot like Newton’s Law of Gravity “for every action there’s an equal and opposite reaction”. Or even deeper kind of like a yin and yang feel. Always been obsessed with songs that have this, not dependent of the genre. But even the Flowers Duet by Lakme was based on this causality of life.
I always looked at this song as a conversation between two ex-lovers that bumped into each other years later. They both go back and forth at a civil, casual tone. As they continue to talk, emotions flare and they begin to yell. It almost feels more like a 4 min play, than a song. Beautifully done
I think what Kimbra was doing with her hands is particularly interesting given this is a live performance, it's like how a cat uses her tail to keep her body in check, Kimbra is keeping her vocal control and emotional interpretation using her hands --- it's not for us, it's for her and the music. I love when an artist is there to perform the music without concern for how she is seen, the honesty of her body work becomes entertainment because it's raw and not for show, but there it is and we see it and we feel as connected to the music through the body language of the performer as the performer herself is connected to it.
I love how kimbra was literally feeling the vibe and expressing it with hand motions. Like she had it locked down in her mind perfectly and she was manifesting the sound along with the movements. Was interesting to see
The "somebody" and "know" are totally sung/pronounced as we (Australian) would speak it. You hear Matt Corby pronounce it identically in the "Brother" reaction video too.
It's a shame that this is the only one of Gotye's songs that most people have ever heard. The first time I heard it I immediately thought, "I don't know who this guy is but I'm going to find out because he's the real deal." So I searched him on RU-vid and two hours later I think I finally came up for air. I ended up purchasing all 4 of his albums and listened to them pretty much exclusively for 3 or 4 months. And as much as I like this song I probably wouldn't even rank it among his 10 best after hearing everything else he's done. I truly believe he's one of the most gifted artists of our generation and he's deserves a lot more recognition than just what he's received from this one song.
The difference between great music and pop music is usually one thing, a worm. More specifically, an earworm. Pop music usually only contains an earworm and is mostly devoid of anything else interesting. Great music is usually deep and moving, but without the worm on the hook. Every once in a while the two coincide, and a piece of great music with a worm on a hook is created and sometimes it catches a fish. How big of a fish is purely up to chance... and some skill, but mainly not completely in the control of the artist or fisherperson.
What l love about this song besides the obvious musicality is that every line is something that everyone has thought or had thought about them it's probably the most relatable song I've ever heard..simply a masterpiece
I love this song because it's told from the narrative of the male intially, whom we are meant to sympathize for. His former love interest is painted as indifferent not having a heart. Kimbra's part fills in the second side of the story, which lyrics show the guy is no angel and was most likely a cad. I like in the context of this song it simple shows the complexity of any relationship, that there are two sides to every story.
The guy that cant let go... even though he doesn't 'need her love' still wants contact and she's over it and moved on... a story told over and over a billion times. (Just as easy to have gender reversal on the story, its a human story).
Couldn’t sleep one night ,heard this song ,and I listened to it over and over for about ,four hours,there is many great aspects of this song,very well done ,and it’s in somebody’s garage,I used to jam a lot when I was young and I swear garage music we really kicked it.!!!
Gotye has so many wonderful songs! He left the mainstream music industry because he didn't want to get bossed around and be forced to do stuff he didn't want to do. But he is actually such a fantastic singer and his lyrics are great aswell!
Another great job, Beth. This song caught everyone’s attention because of the the lyrics, the unusual voicing and instrumental setting, and the video. Like “Call Me, Maybe”, it has also been the basis for many song parodies, quite a few quite imaginative. I must say that your look this morning (my time, at least) was refreshing. I got the feeling that you had just finished your morning cup of tea (or coffee?) and this was your first video of the day. I remember telling my wife of 37 years back when we were dating that she didn’t need a lot of makeup (or any, for that matter). I feel the same way about you. Your look is pure, just like your singing voice. Keep up the good work. I almost always learn something, and I also enjoy seeing you get happy or rock out to songs that I know and love.
I find it sad that this is the only song he’s known for. I get that he’s an Indie artist, and most of his music just isn’t of that popular sound, but man. He’s so talented, and people really should go listen to some of his other songs- Heart’s a Mess, Eyes Wide Open (unfortunately still very relevant, and more so with every passing year), State of the Art.... he’s got a lot of good music. He’s an indie artist who just happened to have one runaway massive hit, but there’s so much more to his work. He’s so creative, a musical genius even- and used the Musical Fence in outback Qld for one of his songs- who else would do that?
His work is alright. The thing is that his albums are a mix of styles and all sorts of experimental, weird tracks. It's not for everyone and in this case, it's understandable one of the many, different songs he's put out, hit harder than the others.
Not true, he hates fame and being on stage. Also doesn’t care for the money. His work is all great, but this is one that stuck and stuck HARD in the public and I bet you he doesn’t like that this is what he’s known for, or that he’s so well known too. A lot of musicians that make actual good ad creative art don’t like the spotlight.
@@christopherkucia9029 he also didn't monetise his RU-vid channel, which given his billion plus views from somebody that j used to know would have made him millions... He also dosent give his music to commercials but instead to small movies for free and encourages people to make remixes of his music... What a man
I don’t quite understand why, I did not go crazy over this song until this particular video session came out. To me watching their body language as they sing brings this song for me to a whole new level! Kimbra and her movements just expand the song for me.
Let me start by saying that Beth...You have an AMAZING talent yourself . I simply LOVE to hear you sing . I having experienced This type of break in this song up more times than I care to remember it holds a special place in my music repertoire mostly because they do it SO WELL . A bit of a tear jerk for me . Anyway PLEASE keep up the GREAT work and KNOW you have a huge fan in me . I wish I would hit the lotto for a huge amount So I could make sure you had the $$ backing you deserve .
Did u notice her hand movements were in sync with her words and the strength in which she was singing at the moment? She was feeling that music. She was one with it. I loved it. That's an artist.
Such a cool, poignant song. Strikes home hard for most people at one point in their life or the other. Yeah, the slow build up to the chorus is what gets me. Really gives it a lot of impact.
Thank you for a very enlightening discourse on this great song by two superb artists. I know less than nothing about the theory or construct of music but can appreciate the insight into their amazing interaction.
RU-vid has that same video but with only the vocal tracks...her voice is absolutely amazing. His is incredible as well. Awesome song, and you're right, it was huge in the US. The harmony doesn't use pre recorded voices for the harmony, it's the 3rd person in the room...the vocal track only shows this.
Yeah I ADORE Gotye's music, but Eyes Wide Open and We Will Be With You (Theme from Bronte) are so true, so sad, and so deeply human that I get teary and into a downward funk for a week.
@@breakdancinfool I recently lost my dad and Johnny cash destroys me for a solid week aswell. Ah, the love/hate relationship with music. To send you to such highs and such lows aswell
His key change is ridiculous!! You listen to the record and assume there’s no way he hits those notes live! Well…….,, there you go!! Gotye and kimbra are sooooo underrated as live performers! They hit ridiculous notes in this performance x
Thanks, this is a great song. P.S. The female vocalist is Kimbra, not Kimbre. Now you could do Kimbra - Settle Down (live SXSW 2012 - Spotify Sessions)
I like the camera adjustments you've made Beth. The picture is much clearer and sharper. The lighting is also improved and seems less orange than previously. Love your videos and how you can appreciate the singer's technique regardless of genre. Looking forward to many more great videos and content. 😊
Another aspect of this song exchange is how she is vocal in the last part as Gotye sings, as if she is stating “i don’t want to here about it, or talk to the hand”
@@SilencedButNotForgotten But you didn't have to cut me off Make out like it never happened and that we were nothing And I don't even need your love But you treat me like a stranger and that feels so rough No, you didn't have to stoop so low Have your friends collect your records and then change your number I guess that I don't need that though *Now you're just somebody that I used to know* *Now you're just somebody that I used to know* *Now you're just somebody that I used to know* jeez i feel kinda bad for you, are you really that stupid? English doesn't seem to be ur strongest trait lmao you don't even know the meaning of the song or the joke ur literally making up ur own imaginary meaning of the song, intelligence really isn't given out equally especially in ur case, she's saying the lyrics wrong dum dum no hard feelings 🤭🤦♀️
Why does this song invoke 'opera' feeling for me? Expecially when they are both singing together but at the same time in Opposition..reminds me of the flower duet and like. truely beautiful.