WILCO - I'M TRYING TO BREAK YOUR HEART LIVE 

The first time I heard "I am an American aquarium drinker" I thought ok I've found a new band better check everything they've ever done lol my first Wilco song and probably my favourite

I get a sharp strong urge to listen to this song…happens out of the blue. Been happening regularly since 2001. Can’t explain it with words.

One of the greatest songs ever written. That’s proper genius, no other word for it.

From the priceless collection of music to "get drunk at"...

Crazy how much it sounds like the studio version

The drum part to this...

Speaking of interpretation, it reminds me years ago, I was in Williamsburgh, Brooklyn, slightly before it was a hipster Mecca, and was at a bar/art gallery. The featured piece that night was a stack of old car tires. They weren't placed in any creative/ironic/geomotric fashion. Just a stack of tires positioned as if tossed over the shoulder by a guy working in a tire shop. Several people were observing the exhibit as if were a grand artistic declaration. Again, I had to ask myself " is this beyond my comprehension of art and understandability, or is this just a pile of shit? " Later on that evening some old school Brooklyn heads came in and expressed the same doubts in a thick Brooklyn accent. Quote-"It looks like the Michelin Man came through and unloaded a buncha' fuckin spare tires"

I need to stop watching this every hour of everyday

Sigh. This band jams so well together. They are so cohesive and perfectly in sync. What I wouldn't give to be locked into that groove, playing alongside these great musicians.

One of my favorite songs and band of all time!

Everything in this song is perfection.

One of the most beautiful melodies ever.

I love the Gibson J45, he doesn't play it on stage anymore from what I've seen

Love this - huge fan. Have been to several concerts since 2002. Love the rawness, pure sound and Jeff's expressive honesty. That's what he's all about! Very personal, plaintive, struggling but so much beauty simultaneously - it just works! The lyrics, instruments and his voice are mind-blowing. I hope the thin crowd appreciates what they've witnessed years later. This is a pure artist and his sensitive band putting it all out there! To add to the serious, emotional tone of the album, the coincidence of 9/11 - unforgettable!

Beautiful instumentals and very original.

Holy shit his vocals are flawless.

Love the lyrics.

He looks so not homeless in this video.. amazing.

God, that’s a great song. It’s amazing songwriting to be able to build an entire song just based on one part.

such a great song

So good!

my favorite song.

What a nice song.

I believe him

love it

The drop at 3:57...

Fantastic band. That's all I've to say.

the band and vocals are on point!

I want to glide through those brown eyes dreaming...

Wish there was a LOVE button.

Which therefore would prove my point. Touchéeee....

If Jason Bateman had a band

Man, I've said those words enough times...

dat drum fill

I love Wilco 💘

If you can't understand irony, that's not my problem. The fact that the song is -allegedly- about being an alcoholic, doesn't imply that the songwriter is one.

l.o.v.e. it!

so creative, so fun, so poignant...just lovely overall. Love you Jeff. He is very much on the pills here, but nonetheless, a flawless performance

@morongo ooooooooooh.... I was wondering wtf that meant... nice interpretation

Thanks to Amy B my American friend for introducing me to such a fantastic song!!!

Does anyone know how long they played as a four piece for? It's weird seeing a clip without either Jay Bennett or Nels Cline filling in on lead guitar. Great performance, especially for how complex this song is, but it does feel like it's missing something compared to later versions.

So killer

@DreamerM This is crazy old. Before Nels, Pat, and Mikael. So probably 2003ish.

I’m from Chicago so I didn’t realize that they were popular outside of the city. I thought they were just a local thing.

Austantatios

Glenn Kotche is the 14th best drummer in the world (but I think he's the best ;-))

I was infront of the barracuda for like 6 songs then scored a plate of rightious Greek foods kick a field goal back. looked around. did not see Sue.

Apparently 18 May 2002...

I am an American aquarium drinker I assassin down the avenue I'm hiding out in the big city blinking What was I thinking when I let go of you? Let's forget about the tongue tied lightning Let's undress just like cross eyed strangers This is not a joke, so please stop smiling What was I thinking when I said it didn't hurt? I want to glide through those brown eyes dreaming Take you from the inside, baby, hold on tight You were so right when you said I've been drinking What was I thinking when we said goodnight? I want to hold you in the Bible black pre-dawn You're quite a quiet domino bury, me now Take off your band-aid, 'cause I don't believe in touchdowns What was I thinking when we said hello? I always thought that if I held you tightly You would always love me like you did back then Then I fell asleep in the city kept blinking What was I thinking when I let you back in? I am trying to break your heart I am trying to break your heart But still I'd be lying if I said it wasn't easy I am trying to break your heart Disposable Dixie cup drinker I assassin down the avenue I've been hiding out in the big city blinking What was I thinking when I let go of you? Loves you I'm the man who loves you

This is not joke so please stop smilin...

Where is this show?

Ah! Thanks for this man. I've been trying to find a good version of this live. I know it's in Germany but what festival?

Where was this filmed? This is sorta better than the vinyl studio version I have.

KIND OF a five piece, actually. Mikhail joined during YHF to do noises-you just can't see him

Why 14? How did you come up with such a specific number?

I don't think the audience was ready for this.

He is a self-professed alcoholic. Read his bio

Before wilco was popular lol like 40 people in audience

wonder who he's staring at?

Im sure someone else has also commented on Jeffs looks, The guy looks like hes about to OD on pill, Really glad hes not like this anymore.

Anyone know when and/or where this is from?

Young Bill Murray on guitar

Brynn Andre

Rockaplast...

And he's chewing gum!

months of mathematical calculations, drummer comparisons, and drugs.

I miss Leroy Bach

Where's Nels??

I forget Jeff was ever this young, thin, and/or healthy looking....EVER! GREAT song, but the band does not look all that happy to be playing. From the looks of things, it was a very miserable & chilly day.

sad to see the mighty tweedy this pilled out. it’s like that chewing gum is the only thing keeping him tethered to the here & now

Hope this band BREAKS Coldplay in record sales because the first few seconds already broke them in content

he looks like american kelly jones:)

It's all about being an alcoholic, isn't it, my dear Tweedy?

Wow is this the first time these guys have played their instruments?

Holy shit what a terrible crowd.

F

I like this song- but I must say, either I don't have the intellect to grasp the meaninfulness of the lyrics, or he is just spouting off some random bullshit that enters his mind and thought it would make a good song. I feel this song is very open to interpretation and you can garner whatever meaning you feel suits your fancy. Another thing- Wilco is a decent band, but is somehow revered as an underground supergroup amongst those in the know. In the same vein as Fela Kuti. Another talented and very listenable musician who, in my opinion, is undeservedly considered a muscal god amongst many

Boring!!!!

I am an American aquarium drinker I assassin down the avenue I'm hiding out in the big city blinking What was I thinking when I let go of you? Let's forget about the tongue tied lightning Let's undress just like cross eyed strangers This is not a joke, so please stop smiling What was I thinking when I said it didn't hurt? I want to glide through those brown eyes dreaming Take you from the inside, baby, hold on tight You were so right when you said I've been drinking What was I thinking when we said goodnight? I want to hold you in the Bible black pre-dawn You're quite a quiet domino bury, me now Take off your band-aid, 'cause I don't believe in touchdowns What was I thinking when we said hello? I always thought that if I held you tightly You would always love me like you did back then Then I fell asleep in the city kept blinking What was I thinking when I let you back in? I am trying to break your heart I am trying to break your heart But still I'd be lying if I said it wasn't easy I am trying to break your heart Disposable Dixie cup drinker I assassin down the avenue I've been hiding out in the big city blinking What was I thinking when I let go of you? Loves you I'm the man who loves you