WLT - Villagers - Becoming A Jackal 

I've commented on this video a few times before saying how amazing this song is. But I genuinely can't contain myself whenever I hear it. One of my favourite songs, hands down. Words can't describe the longing I feel for it when it's been too long!

Anyone else been listening for 14 years and it’s now suddenly nostalgic of that time?

Been listening to this for six years

Genius lyrics, very thought provoking, nice melody too.

Beautiful song, beautiful voice and amazingly poetic. Not one wasted word....

The audio, its so clear! So crisp! Conor is incredible and to have such an excellent recording of him is like an honor =]

I actually cannot stop listening to this, it's amazing.

song is timeless. trop bon. wunderbar!

I love his how Conor pours feeling into every sylibal he sings. such amazing diction

this is probably one of my favorite songs.

... crazy how much music can come out of one man with his guitar.

this song slowly grabs you in, i like it

Really a pleasure to play this song in the game Rocksmith 2014 . Nice , thanks a lot !

This is so beautiful! The voice, lyrics, video.. It reminds me of Bright Eyes in many ways and I think it's just gorgeous.

I just love his music, this Saturday to his concert! Excited since the day I ordered the tickets:)

I can watch this in a crowded room and forget the other people are around.

love the guitar tapping part... chills.

That dude sure can rock a flannel.

this song on watchlistentell was the first time i heard conor... since then i saw him live twice, got the album and i am addicted as hell. thanks for that :)

fantastic song, beautiful voice,..... such talent!!

what a talented guy... his album is amazing, and I can't stop watching this video...

i love VIllagers, i love this song, and i love the guitar, and i also love the lighting & camera work.

wicked beautiful song, wow

Lyrical finesse. Just can't get enough.

I like this song very much!

Brilliant song. Brilliant video. Brilliant channel. Thats about it really.

Wonderful!! Ive been caught singing by on coming traffic bellowing " ...out on to the main street..."!!!! Sings a nice song with John Grant.

stunning voice

A very clever song. Hard to play. This guy is a bit of a genius. I do wish he was more famous.

"I hope you like it." I love it already.

I would buy a watchlistentell album. all the performers sound wonderful in the acoustic versions, some I even prefer like the two door cinema club one. This is my fave though.

Amazing, absolutely incredible

This is like Lablogethque's rival channel hahaha. Both so awesome!

WLT you always seem to amaze with finding amazing music

This song is fucking beautiful

Forever my favorite

Simply awesome!!

didnt expect that voice! Awesome!

there should be a LOVE button for this.

Ooh he's good! love burberry acoustic! :)

I'm in loooove with him, his music and watch listen tell :)

i'm considering moving to london, and your videos have been a big part of that.

I absolutely love this.

Beautiful song

at 3:02 the car accelerating fits perfectly with the song!

awesomeee...nice strummin',nice voice...big LIKE!!!

cant wait to see him live!

I really cannot wait to hear this live. looking forward to Grizzly bear too but mostly Villagers. :D

I just love Watchlistentell :)

so amazing. what a fantastic man.

i love this song so much :)

This guy is so amazing! c: He is so handsome has one of the most amazing voices and he beasts at playing the guitar.

Brilliant song! :)

Great version of the song.

oh how i wish i could find something as amazing as this just outside my house

ahhh I was at his gig that day! was really good!

that is just, perfect.

this is so beautiful.

I love this version more than the track version, sick song!

this video in 1080p full screen is one of my favourite things to do :)

Absolutely awesome stuff. Can I just ask what lens was used to film this video? Must have an aperture of 1.4/1.2?

very good performance. i enjoyed it!

Lyrics The most familiar room Every implement was leading to you And your homely sense of disarray Never once the same Always rearranged But things would never change In the seam between the window frame Where the jackals preyed on every soul Where they tied you to a pole And stripped you of your clothes I was a dreamer Staring out windows Out onto the main street 'Cause that's where the dream goes And each time they found fresh meat to chew I would turn away and return to you You would offer me your unmade bed Feed me till I'm fed And read me 'til I'm read But when the morning came You would catch me at the window again In an eyes-wide-open sleeping state Staring into space With no look upon my face I was a dreamer Staring out windows Out onto the main street 'Cause that's where the dream goes And when I got older When I grew bolder Out onto the streets I flew Released from your shackles I danced with the jackals And learned a new way to move So before you take this song as truth You should wonder what I'm taking from you How I benefit from you being here Lending me your ears While I'm selling you my fears I was a dreamer (I'm selling you my fears) Staring out windows (I'm selling you my fears) Out onto the main street (I'm selling you my fears) 'Cause that's where the dream goes (I'm selling you) I was a dreamer Staring out windows Out onto the main street 'Cause that's where the dream goes

You seem like such a lovely guy!!! :D Beautiful song, beautiful voice Did i say i love it?!!

simply amazing!

Love it!!!!

FABULOUS!

They were excellent live when they were elbows supporting act

great song, great channel

The guitar brand is "Yairi" from japan. Not sure which model though..

stunning song. and the video is great. what was this shot with?

Still brilliant

Just got my ticket for gig on the 15 Dec at The Savoy, Cork, can't wait

He looks and sounds a bit like Ramsay Bolton from Game of Thrones. If I was casting he would be a viable candidate for the show.

Mesmerising.

this is really great

just brilliant

Im back from 2022, what did I miss?

Yes. This.

at 3:03 he gets rid of the pick

Well played, Sir.

i don't want to get married. ever. unless it's this guy...

I'm waiting for a fan to come by and pounce on him.

i actually like this version better than the recorded version. so pleasant ~

dont often do this but i may just buy album to show my appreciation

Conor is just so adorable.

I think I'm obsessed!..

Awesome video this guy is great!!

*goose bumps...*

wow, brilliant! btw is this on Ethelden Road, just behind Bush Hall?

@deengew this road is really quiet... its pretty much just a u shape with a spur (which is behind him). you probably wouldnt get many busses... they're all on the Uxbridge road, which is the road this road comes off

AWESOME!!!!!!!! better than the album version and he's Irish so everyones a winner :)

amazing! i'm confused whats thats for a little guitar? but sounds so amazing!

Great Guitarist as well as singer :O Geewilikers!

i wish i could play guitar like that

British Scientists are researching the unusual positive correlation between sunny days in England and the Number of WLT live performances.

i bet that the man behind in the distance hasnt got a clue that he is seeing magic happen right in front of his eyes!

His eyes are amazing :3

if you ever wondered how Malfoy and Harry looked combined, here it is.

9 people didnt want to buy his fears.