The War on Drugs is an American indie rock band from Philadelphia, Pennsylv… Read Full Bio ↴The War on Drugs is an American indie rock band from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Band member Adam Granduciel (born Adam Granofsky in Dover, Massachusetts) moved from Oakland, California to Philadelphia in 2003, where he met Kurt Vile and began playing music with him. They began playing as The War on Drugs in 2005, and self-released a demo EP. While Vile and Granduciel formed the backbone of the band, they had a number of accompanists early in the group's career, before finally settling on a lineup that added Charlie Hall as drummer/organist, Kyle Lloyd as drummer and Dave Hartley on bass. Granduciel had previously toured and recorded with The Capitol Years, and Vile has several solo albums. The group gave away its Barrel of Batteries EP for free early in 2008. Their debut LP for Secretly Canadian, Wagonwheel Blues, was released in 2008.

Reviewers of the band's music make note of its Americana overtones. The group's sound has been described as influenced by Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, and My Bloody Valentine.

The lineup underwent several changes, and by the end of 2008, Kurt Vile, Charlie Hall, and Kyle Lloyd had all exited the group. Granduciel and Hartley were joined by drummer Mike Zanghi as the group slimmed to three members.

After Zanghi's exit in 2010, Steven Urgo took over drum duties and Robbie Bennett joined on keys.

I Don't Live Here Anymore
The War on Drugs Lyrics

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I was lying in my bed
A creature void of form
Been so afraid of everything
I need a chance to be reborn
I never wanted anything that someone had to give
I don't live here anymore
I went along with you

When I think about the old days, babe
You're always on my mind
I know it ain't like I remember
I guess my memories run wild
Like when we went to see Bob Dylan
We danced to Desolation Row
But I don't live here anymore
But I got no place to go

Beating like a heart
I'm going to walk through every doorway I can start
I need some time, I need control, I need your loving
I want to find out everything I need to know
I'm going to say everything that there is to say
Although you've taken everything I need away
I'm going to make it to the place I need to go
We're all just walking through this darkness on our own

Time surrounds me like an ocean
My memories like waves
Is life just dying in slow motion
Or getting stronger every day?
I never took our love for granted
You never left me wanting more
But you never recognized me, babe
I don't live here anymore

Beating like a heart
I'm going to walk through every doorway I can start
I need some time, I need control, I need your loving
I want to find out everything I need to know
I'm going to say everything that I need to say
Although, you've taken everything I need away
I'm going to take you to the place I need to go
We're all just walking through this darkness on our own

Beating like a heart
I'm going to walk through every doorway I can start
I need some time, I need control, I need your loving
I want to find out everything I need to know
I'm going to say everything that I need to say
Although, you've taken everything I need away
I'm going to take you to the place I need to go
We're all just walking through this darkness on our own

We're all just walking through this darkness on our own
We're all just walking through this darkness on our own

We're all just walking through this darkness on our own
We're all just walking through this darkness on our own

Overall Meaning

The song "I Don't Live Here Anymore" by The War On Drugs featuring Lucius is a bittersweet ballad about moving on from someone you once loved. The singer feels like a "creature void of form," lost and afraid after the relationship has ended. The lyrics suggest that although the memories of their time together are still alive, they are just memories that run wild, and the singer doesn't live in that place anymore. They are trying to rediscover themselves, to find a way to be reborn, but are also seeking closure with their former partner.

The chorus, "Beating like a heart / I'm going to walk through every doorway I can start / I need some time, I need control, I need your loving / I want to find out everything I need to know," is the singer's declaration of independence. They want to explore every possibility, to take control of their life, and to learn everything they can. They want to say everything there is to say and take themselves to the place where they need to be. Ultimately, they acknowledge that everyone is walking through their own darkness, but they are determined to find their way out.

Overall, "I Don't Live Here Anymore" is a song that speaks to the difficulty of moving on after a relationship has ended, but it also celebrates the power of self-discovery and rediscovery. The lyrics are evocative and poetic, telling a story of growth and renewal.

Line by Line Meaning

I was lying in my bed
I was in bed feeling helpless

A creature void of form
I felt like I had no identity

Been so afraid of everything
I felt like I couldn't handle anything

I need a chance to be reborn
I need a fresh start

I never wanted anything that someone had to give
I never wanted to take something from someone else

I don't live here anymore
I am no longer the same person

I went along with you
I followed your lead

When I think about the old days, babe
When I reminisce about the past

You're always on my mind
You're who I think of the most

I know it ain't like I remember
I know that it wasn't as good as I thought

I guess my memories run wild
I get carried away by my memories

Like when we went to see Bob Dylan
Like the time we watched Bob Dylan perform

We danced to Desolation Row
We danced together to Desolation Row

But I don't live here anymore
But I am changed now

But I got no place to go
But I feel lost

Beating like a heart
Going strong

I'm going to walk through every doorway I can start
I will take every opportunity I find

I need some time, I need control, I need your loving
I need to take control of my life and have your support

I want to find out everything I need to know
I need to discover what I truly need

I'm going to say everything that there is to say
I will speak my truth

Although you've taken everything I need away
Even though I feel like you've taken everything from me

I'm going to make it to the place I need to go
I will reach my destination

We're all just walking through this darkness on our own
We are all struggling in our own way

Time surrounds me like an ocean
I am overwhelmed by time

My memories like waves
My memories are powerful and unpredictable

Is life just dying in slow motion
Is life slowly slipping away?

Or getting stronger every day?
Or am I getting stronger every day?

I never took our love for granted
I always appreciated our love

You never left me wanting more
You always gave enough

But you never recognized me, babe
But you never truly saw me

We're all just walking through this darkness on our own
We are all struggling in our own way

Lyrics © SC PUBLISHING DBA SECRETLY CANADIAN PUB.
Written by: Adam Granofsky, Robert John Bennett

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@BobRoss186

22w↑1

Hey Fellas, here with the 4,201 comment.

When i listen to your song it reminds me of the phone on the wall, going to the mall, listening to new music on the radio when they finally played the new song.

You may sound like a generation that the future may not acknowledge, but you made a song the past will never be able to ignore.

I love you.

Thank you.

@rishikeshwagh

3y↑160

LYRICS

[Verse 1: Granduciel]
I was lying in my bed
A creature void of form
Been so afraid of everything
I need a chance to be reborn
I never wanted anything
That someone had to give
I don't live here anymore
I went along [with it?]

[Verse 2: Granduciel]
When I think about the old days, babe
You're always on my mind
[And now / I know] it ain't like I remember
I guess my memories run wild
Like when we went to see Bob Dylan
We danced to "Desolation Row"
But I don't live here anymore
But I got no place to go

[Chorus: Granduciel & Granduciel with Lucius]
Beating like a heart
I'm gonna walk through every doorway, I can't stop
I need some time, I need control, I need your love
I wanna find out everything I need to know
I'm gonna say everything that there is to say
Although you've taken everything I need away
I'm gonna make it to the place I need to go
We're all just walkin' through this darkness on our own
[Verse 3: Granduciel]
Time surrounds me like an ocean
My memories like waves
Is life just dying in slow motion
Or getting' stronger everyday?
I never took our love for granted
You never left me wanting more
But you never recognize me babe
I don't live here anymore

[Chorus: Granduciel & Granduciel with Lucius]
Beating like a heart
I'm gonna walk through every doorway, I can't stop
I need some time, I need control, I need your love
I wanna find out everything I need to know
I'm gonna say everything that I need to say
Although you've taken everything I need away
I'm gonna take you to the place I need to go
We're all just walkin' through this darkness on our own
Beating like a heart
I'm gonna walk through every doorway, I can't stop
I need some time, I need control, I need your love
I wanna find out everything I need to know
I'm gonna say everything that I need to say
Although you've taken everything I need away
I'm gonna take you to the place I need to go
We're all just walkin' through this darkness on our own
[Outro: Lucius]
We're all just walkin' through this darkness on our own
We're all just walkin' through this darkness on our own
We're all just walkin' through this darkness on our own
We're all just walkin' through this darkness on our own

All comments from YouTube:

@thewarondrugs

3y↑647

"I Don't Live Here Anymore" (feat. Lucius) out now! https://TWOD.lnk.to/IDLHAsingleID

@edubravo6693

3y↑32

What a beautiful song.

@mrpleasurehead

3y↑7

Wow!

@fx4den540

3y↑14

First heard pain a few years back...drew me right in... Adam you are a true musician and ive discovered all of the hidden treasures from the albums past.....you continue to evolve and it really makes the war on drugs an absolute favorite band for me to listen to time and time again.
Thank you....
dennis

@mkcooper

3y↑16

Sounds like audio has been updated in the video. Thanks!!!

@Ben_1184

3y↑6

Thank you WOD. Amazing 👏 👍🤘. I'm in love with it

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@RickBeato

3y↑2.1K

Love this song!!!

@eoin9925

3y↑14

i thought it was a little bit shit...

@GreenJeepAdventures

3y↑11

Rick, is this recorded on tape or DAW?

@jeremysette3657

3y↑128

@Rick Beato What Makes This Song Great- The War On Drugs? They are due!

@BladeDoomer86

3y↑41

Might have thought you'd be a fan. They're a "new-ish" band, but their sound transcends time. Of course, the 80s vibe helps. Glad a legend like you is on board.

@dimegobt

3y↑25

Hey Rick nice to see you here

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@luckyotter623

2y↑618

I seriously thought this was a song from the late 1980's that I'd somehow missed. I cannot stop listening to it. Everything about this song is pure poetry. I haven't heard anything this good in years.

@user-ic1ii7ky8p

2y↑5

Same. Sounds so familiar

@RiEmuKUpl4

2y↑3

@M Yet new. It's great.

@tanbranwin6322

2y↑1

I agree <3 <3

@larrypedrie6587

2y↑6

Totally agree! 80s!

@pierrebens9262

2y↑6

i though it was some kind of forgotten album of dire straits when i heard the band for the first time.or springsteen maybe

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@christianenash9244

47w↑135

This song gives me the chills. It reminds me of an 80's summer when I was a child. Thank God music like this never dies or gets old.

@nancysmith8626

45w↑2

YES.

@jamesobrien1440

40w↑1

IFKYK

@vaultir9201

18w

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlZEdyo6uwY&list=LL&index=666

@ianstuart5660

12w

@nancysmith8626
Same Nancy Smith who comments on Pottenger's Human?

@JohnWaggener

1y↑129

The 2 backup singers are absolutely sublime...

@guschmidt2425

1y↑26

they are Lucius! Check them out, you are not gonna regret it

@jirisedlak7994

1y↑15

I absolutely love the parts where they sing the backup vocals.

@Chris-pf8by

50w↑9

Agree 100%. Takes a good song to the next level.

@snelling770

47w↑3

@Gu Schmidt they’re wonderful. Exceptional talents.

@AV-ye3wg

21w

Really like the band, backup singers is why I love the song

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@zonkedmusician1502

36w↑62

I love the backing vocals on this track. It's an excellent song all round but the backing vocals take it to the next level.

@VaSilvio26

28w↑2

I noticed that too, they sound very powerful

@Ewan1980

11w↑1

Very true, i found myself thinking that listening to it

@zacharyboutin4143

46w↑85

The morning after my mother passed away from cancer, my dad and I had to go to the funeral home to get things squared away for the funeral. As we came into the parking lot, this song came on the radio. We sat and listened to the whole thing before going inside. This song helps me to feel connected with everyone who experiences loss and that feeling of being lost, in whatever form it takes. A truly beautiful song.

@nancysmith8626

45w↑5

Damn, what a song to hear at a time like that. Perfect. I hope it brought a lot of comfort!

@Luciusyt

3y↑1.1K

Lucky enough to have friends who’s music always inspires - and then ask you to be a part of it? What?!!
Thank you for taking us on this ride.

@porkchop002

3y↑55

Your performance in this is beautiful! Thank you! :)

@hestonblumenthal4263

3y↑36

Love your music and your vocals in this take the song to another place! Thank you and hope you can perform this live with the band!

@mrpleasurehead

3y↑29

You have added a completely unexpected dimension to it. In a great way! Well done xxx

@Twod1980

3y↑26

Thank you for elevating this already awesome song 🙏

@jackkaczmarczyk2709

3y↑13

how do you two sing so well together omg

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@robertscottmyers5805

1y↑180

In all seriousness: I believe this song will age like wine and critics will be talking about it for years to come. It's a new classic, through and through.

@nancysmith8626

1y↑7

Agree 100 percent on that, more than a year later! This song was actually a bellwether for 2021 and 2022, and should remain so for the coming years. It's that profound.

@trishshaw1

1y↑3

Reminds me a little of the Psychedelic Furrs

@vaultir9201

18w

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlZEdyo6uwY&list=LL&index=666

@VideNoir42

17w↑9

Heard this song for the first time earlier this year. Was sitting in my car on break, feeling low after my divorce was finalized, and then i heard this on XM radio. Perfectly bittersweet memories and feelings hit me with each lyric. Plus, the music and Lucius background vocals just made me feel ao many things. They easily became a favorite of mine.

@withnail6969

15w↑5

Those Lucius girls really make this song. Its amazing as it is but when they sing.. "we're all just walking through this darkness" it goes to another level

@rubenfrankish

29w↑19

War on Drugs are a special band, give you nostalgia for the past, give you hope for the future, give you poetry you can believe in, uplift you when you're down. I've loved this band for 10 years now and finally got to see them live earlier this year and they we're amazing! Having listened for so many years, seeing them live was quite emotional! Love em!

@maureenmickelson1919

32w↑24

The female vocalists on this track are transcendent, really nice add love the blended
sound!

@SuperHenryHenry

2y↑499

Why does War on Drugs songs always have that nostalgic night drive feel to them. I so love that.

@michaelgmitter1533

2y↑5

Agreed!

@nancysmith8626

2y↑8

You nailed it.

@elisabethdudek13

2y↑13

🙋‍♀️fan of the night drive.

@vladimirpopa8576

2y↑10

Because they love Pink Floyd, on their return.

@lanamunsell2438

2y↑4

He is a poet

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@semipsychotic4982

45w↑31

This song is incredible, full of soul, nostalgia and pure magic. Has brought tears to my eyes plenty of times

@shanew9913

16w↑7

So glad this song found me! I was grabbing a coffee in Starbucks on a random 6am winter walk and this was playing in the store.....just awesome.

@timothygrayson

51w↑36

I've been listening to music for over 50 years and music of this quality is quite special. Wonderful lyrics and haunting production.

@willie_layer2828

2y↑37

Still coming back here almost everyday. This is one fabulous song, never get tired of it. The producers did a fantastic job on this one.

@ThePubliusValerius

2y↑128

Gen X'er here. This is by far the best thing I've heard in 20+ years. And I mean it. Good lord what a song. To see these guys are my age and finding relevance with the kids today is inspiring. And then I saw that they sell their album on casette tape on their website. Be still my beating heart.

@nancysmith8626

YES!

@anandchamarthy459

2y↑3

That's mad respect coming from the 90s..

@dynamiterave8982

2y↑5

Gen X'er here as well. This song is incredible and it sends me spiraling back into the 80's with memories of a kid. This song came out of no where and just hit me in the heart. Thanks to Apple Music for putting it on my "New Music" suggestions.

@APisceanSlant

Fellow Gen X'r, here. Saw them in August and it was a phenomenal show.

@t3nn3y

2y↑703

I am battling cancer and lost a woman I had a 3 1/2 year relationship with because I got cancer. I can relate to the song in so many ways. A masterpiece. I had never heard The War on Drugs music before hearing this song but I’m now a fan for whatever time I have left.

@cristopherchouinard8414

2y↑16

Hope all is well Steven

@carolinesmith5297

2y↑22

Steven Tenney,that's made me cry,3 1/2 years,and she left because of your illness"😭"that's so NASTY..😔,this is a fantastic song..xx

@robertjohnston679

2y↑12

Sorry to hear about your struggles, hope you find some peace in the time you have left 😊

@Thegill222

2y↑30

God speed, sir. Hoping you win your battle and find a better partner.

@XLR_8

2y↑15

time is endless Steven as are you ❤️

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@Aryabloodyserious

50w↑35

The best song I've heard in a decade and he only uses two chords the entire track. Extraordinary.

@geburar

35w↑1

really?!?!

@itsamazeofmirrors

29w

Technically 4 but yea get what u mean.

@jman3480

1y↑5

Everyone has a story. I'm just here for the music.

@quikrox16

1y↑14

Omg….”Am I dying in slow motion or getting stronger everyday?” Ugh…hauntingly beautiful song…🥹

@justinhall8042

38w↑8

Lucius vocals make this song soar. It’s already beautiful but that backing vocal makes hit skyrocket

@dickodickinson3833

43w↑26

Saw these for the first time this week at Glastonbury and was blown away by there live set. This music is what I’ve been searching for my whole life

@steveroche4710

23w↑1

That's exactly what I thought when I heard them for the first time 5yrs ago. They just get better and better 😊

@nancysmith8626

3y↑1.4K

This is the best song of 2021 by far. Whoever produced it just dropped an incredible masterpiece on us. Love the 80s-inspired touches from this band; they always manage to meld that sound with something else that is uniquely their own. The resulting songs never fail to hit home. Thank god there is still music like this out there!

@pjamesvee2869

3y↑35

I agree. The atmosphere of the recording is exquisite. Really moves me.

@Ramkain

3y↑14

By far, far and far:)

@IanBrownMakeUpArtist

3y↑11

Amen 🙏

@ronhartley1525

3y↑9

I totally hear this 80's song in there. JH https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhxF9Qg5mOU

@Twod1980

3y↑17

Production thanks to Shawn Everett
The wizard of music 🎵

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@foolkiller1368

1y↑45

I am a thrash-metal head, but damn this song is timeless. Really hits me

@ronsmith5924

2y↑47

I’m pushing 70, and This group is one my all time favorites. I picked (1st discovered 2016) them up and not put them down. I love their stuff.

@bernievee72

2y↑2

Kindred spirit - I’m a similar age and loving these guys. 😊

@BudoJoksimovic

Live long and prosper, my friend. Love your taste.

@wacs1986

2y↑48

One of the most emotional songs that I ever heard in last years , too much feelings at the same time. Congratulations guys, well done . 10/10

@davidlearmont5597

2y↑3

Best song I've heard in my head ever it's a pure masterpiece and I pretty much know whose life inspired it well done absolutely nailed it Dave Learmont

@katemurchison4602

2y↑29

This is one of my faves by them. Lucius adds so much beauty to this song too with their voices ❤️

@EdwinSteiner

36w↑2

Yes, the background singing in this song is magical. I think it's the main reason I want to hear this song again and again.

@blackbird5634

1y↑10

this is such a classic, it's got time, atmosphere, sensations of movement and light. I love it.

@falcoii8565

3y↑302

Has an 80's vibe to this track, taking me back to the days of Don Henley. Amazing song.

@rbibbe34

3y↑8

That’s why I love it-
That 80s Bruce don henley vibe.. it hits hard at night in the summer/fall . What a great song

@wimpeeters1273

3y↑14

Don henley meets Def Leppard ( Hysteriia)

@nicoleleboeuf-little1048

3y↑2

@Wim Peeters THAT'S IT. That's the comparison I've been trying to come up with but couldn't quite put my finger on. Especially Hysteria. THANK YOU. Also my hindbrain keeps trying to tell me that's Kate Bush on backing vocals in the chorus.

@gordonroy7860

3y↑2

Definitely

@joelfernandes5638

3y↑11

Boys of Summer

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@simonziggyzep

2y↑19

Lucius really take this song to another level. Love this track. Would love to hear more Lucius x WOD.

@RogieVixen

1y↑19

The sort of song that lifts you and breaks your heart at the same time

@nancysmith8626

45w↑1

God, yes. Perfect description!

@stevesemenuk4497

35w↑1

So true!!

@marcoparra3411

2y↑11

It sounds exactly like 80's alternative rock.. Super Great Band...

@suzerner

40w↑7

Just heard the War on Drugs for the first time at the Winnipeg Folk Fest 2023 and it absolutely blew my mind. This song. Oh the feels! ❤️

@philippenegri320

1y↑6

The addition of Lucius is superb. It adds the acidulous note to the song at the right place.

@dhidavidhuys8487

2y↑631

Fighting against cancer for a while now , this song goes so deep... it makes me cry , it makes me strong , it makes sad , it moves my heart... thank you guys !

@vervor

2y↑45

You will win this. So much love to you.

@ks8452

2y↑17

Stay strong. You've got this..

@dhidavidhuys8487

2y↑2

Thank you so much!

@dhidavidhuys8487

2y↑1

@K S Thank you K S !

@dhidavidhuys8487

@vervor Thank you do much for your comment!

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@songOmatic

1y↑8

i love how the 'Most Replayed' section is from the VERY BEGINNING UNTIL THE END

😂

@onelovemon1784

1y↑8

Song of the decade. What a smart choice to get the girls in this tune. All the vocals are heavenly. Cheers

@ianpor1

1y↑8

The guitar work in this track is amazing, the song is perfect, but the comments of how it’s helped people through tough times is simply priceless.

@semipsychotic4982

45w↑1

Just 2 chords as well!

@munevvertugcesecer4880

40w↑20

I just love this song. Every single day I listen it. Never get sick of it.

@jeffreyhusack2400

10w

Same here , I'm like hooked on it 🎸🥁😍

@SarahMariLucas

2y↑37

This music is everything music nowadays is missing. It fills a void in me that just can't be explained. Thank you 💛

@lefreakful

2y↑4

I feel absolutely the same!!! ❤️

@garyaanderson214

1y↑1

I agree so much recent music is so shallow no depth.Not so here

@anguswu5875

Feels exactly the same!

@omingomak

3y↑74

Fantastic day! First time in months there's no smoke clogging the skies. My son ran outside, "Dad, Dad... Your band just dropped a new song!" And with that the sun was a bit brighter. But nothing radiated more than the 5 plus minutes my little guy and me danced to this incredible song. This is life at its best.

@xtrm1

3y↑3

That’s GREAT!

@jasonb.3902

3y↑3

Love it!

@NunoAlexandreMB

2y↑3

Thanks for sharing man

@scottprelewicz6792

2y↑2

Super cool story!

@ravenray9170

1y↑3

guys, i can't help but point out the very beginning of this sound like journey. i still love the music. 67 and still love the good music.

@callumkent7155

1y↑7

This needs to be a film soundtrack or something. It’s so underrated

@adrient3957

1y↑8

This song would have been a massive hit in the golden 80's !

@vrd5911

2y↑9

This band is amazing , their music and lyrics touch my soul every single time! Who said our times do not have good rock bands? Love from Greece!

@mitchpollock4732

3y↑104

"We're all just walking through this darkness on our own." So true and yet sung so hopefully. What a tune.

@dontalkt2meboutheros

3y↑2

He has light to see this...

@sharkmonsters1297

1y↑14

This song came out when I was staying in a cabin for a few weeks because my (now ex) wife asked me to leave. I felt like it was reading my mind. I listened to it over and over again and it just spoke to me in a way that was almost unbelievable.

@209streetracing

2y↑7

Love the 80’s sound! Keep making music like this

@simoneward4217

2y↑3

I love this song so much I can't stop playing it. First time I heard it I was driving home from work, there was a deep orange sunset and the beautiful black silhouette of the trees. I felt such peace and happiness.

@Mq6vL9Bu

1y↑3

Thought this was a late 1980s tune. So good. A real throwback in 2021.

@frankd1565

2y↑525

The female backup singers really help make this song. Rather than just "frill," they add an orchestral punch all their own, and so they end up being worth listening to all in themselves. Excellent complement.

@lauramsbartl

2y↑11

yes!!

@mikebishop8489

2y↑37

OMG! Those girls take a great song and send it to the stratosphere!!!...and beyond!!!

@mikebishop8489

2y↑6

...and the drummer has great taste!

@marcusjahnke9287

2y↑11

They have such a powerful and warm note.

@annemanning5156

2y↑50

They are an amazing band called Lucius.

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@PaulPX

12w↑1

This song just blows me away to somewhere i didnt think needed to go but man i love it.

@omnapathaigirl532

1y↑5

I got hooked on this track in January 23. I was stuck in a hotel in Angeles City Philippines with terrible food poisoning. I couldn't move or eat and lay there with the TV remote playing this song on Youtube over and over again. Watching this video and loving every second. Its simply outstanding and now I'm better....well its even sweeter !!!

@stefgrino13013

2y↑2

Perfect timing with Lucius !!!

@BobRoss186

22w↑1

@lorendevitoable

2y↑108

They're so damn good...why don't more people know them??

@philipmellema4021

1y↑18

Because there's a war on drugs

@tomutwo510

1y↑2

They become bigger and bigger ..... phenomenal band 🎼🎸🎤❤

@RichM0410

1y↑1

After hearing them for 1 year and purchasing an album I wonder the same.

@nakumastone715

1y↑13

Because they play instruments.
They aren't that much to look at.
They play from the heart and not playing what sells.
Just like Big Head Todd and the Monsters, amazing band but few know them. Check em out.
Good luck out there, it's crazy.

@ekschiz

52w

I’m so jealous of people knowing them. I want this music only for me.

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@dutch1171

3y↑400

I fucking love this band.

@stephenodell7253

Me too !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@Twod1980

3y↑1

AMEN

@mikegreen2417

3y↑2

Couldn't have said that any better.

@laurenkeil5016

me too

@eoin9925

i thought the song was a little bit shit...

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@cassidionline2002

1y↑20

There are so many facets to this song, and every one of them is executed perfectly. I love the backup vocals from Lucius (who you should check out, btw).This is one of the most objectively beautiful songs I've ever heard.

@yellowhousecafe

50w↑4

Damn. Beat from another decade. About missed these guys. Glad they are breezing thru the midwest this summer.

@Kat-rn6dz

2y↑13

Wow, don't think I can get sucked into a song any deeper than this, thank you TWOD for this beautiful journey ♥️ Love from your turnpike cousin in Pittsburgh, Pa.

@darktrain1971

42w↑3

obsessed with this..such a great tune and lucius lifts it even higher!

@mofire5674

2y↑5

Wait...you mean this song isn't from the 80s? I could hardily believe it. Absolute Masterpiece.

@ProjectDarkWolf

3y↑482

This feels instantly nostalgic, like an old radio song I never found the title of until now.

@MrCromaticman

3y↑7

My exact thoughts. Could this pass for a melloncamp song?

@stephenodell7253

3y↑6

And Madison Square Garden will be shaking during I don't live here anymore !!! I can't wait !!!

@Ceb773

3y↑3

Totally agree

@batard

3y↑32

It has a lot in common with Don Henley's Boys of Summer: catchy repetitive synth riff in the background overlaid with wandering guitar licks.

@davidbyerly9846

3y↑4

Reminds of like Richard Marx mixed with Roxy Music. I like it.

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@jradtke1740

1y↑12

I feel as if I was ripped off for not hearing these cats sooner. It's been roughly a year now and its still like the first time hearing them. My innards seem to be smiling which is pretty neat and weird at the same time. AMAZING TALENT!!!!! Thank you guys.

@Mike-iq5sr

1y↑2

How come that I only just now discovered this song. Its great. This is what make America great again.

@dobles82

2y↑11

I just can't stop playing this piece of art. Love and prayers to everyone out there who's going through difficult times . Pura vida from Costa Rica 🇨🇷. Enjoy this this short trip that we call life

@bilowcated

La grabación de este vid hubiera quedado genial en alguna playa reconocida de C.R

@aaramonu

1y↑24

This album got me through a dark time this year ❤️❤️❤️

@nancysmith8626

45w

Song has gotten me through many a dark time since 2021.

@sreilly

2y↑9

So proud of this band from my hometown of Philly! They really worked hard and became very successful in a short period of time. Keep on rockin’ guys!!

@richardmason2666

3y↑78

Wow! Wow! Wow! I’m 74 and saw them in amazing 2 hr gig in Sydney. This new song has shades of Fleetwood Mac and Beatles on the rooftop visuals. It’s absolutely gorgeous… and the lyrics just brilliant for our times

@jumper1294

3y↑5

Thank you for not giving up on "new" music. My father is 80 and won't listen to, Aything, that is after the 70/80's. Keep it up man, I hope to be doing the same in 40 years.

@sweetholly9216

3y↑2

@Justkozlow oh your poor dad he's missing so much. You keep listening to music like this. 76 and still rocking x

@soniasurija8880

2y↑2

Enmore Theatre? I went both nights 👍

@regangregory3

2y↑1

@Sonia Surija haha, I worked both nights but was so worth it

@maxryder995

Bob Bob Bob!

@phishmonga713

2y↑6

Well, this is the best song to come out since the 80’s and it sounds like it. Perfection.

@kearywilson8156

1y↑5

God bless Spotify...... Wouldn't have found this gem otherwise, downloaded the albums absolutely loving them, Adams voice reminds me of Mike Scott... The Waterboys.

@mariarosario5863

The waterboys. Chefs kiss! 👌🏼

@Twod1980

he would love that you said that :)

@facechriscat4214

1y↑2

"I'm gonna take you to the place I need to go; We're all just walking through this darkness on our own...

Beautiful. You actually inspired everone on the planet I think

@jamierintala1037

2y↑2

Legit one of the best songs of my lifetime. that 80s vibe, plus the lovely ladies of Lucius…. Wow.

@ricardos4257

2y↑13

I love this band, but I only just discovered this song - it has been on repeat all day! Killer tunes - I love the female vocals

@jackvilijn

2y↑1

Whan the female vocals startm, that is sine now how i project entering heaevn ...

@ricardos4257

@Jack Vilijn Heck yeah! Their voices transport you

@rishikeshwagh

3y↑160

@GMC-qo9xi

Joey jojo...

@rishikeshwagh

3y↑2

@G MC you'll have to elaborate on they mate

@GMC-qo9xi

@Rishikesh Wagh https://youtu.be/y1ITrs8Y25A

@cantillana1812

3y↑2

People like you deserve heaven

@seedofwonder

3y↑1

"I went along (with it?)"

I hear "I went out on a limb"

And thanks so much for this!

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@markgilroy1968

42w↑7

Absolutely beautiful
Full of yearning and hope for the future simultaneously
So glad I found this by accident

@Twod1980

36w↑1

Perfect summary 😊

@markgilroy1968

36w

@@Twod1980 😀

@kaylielopez6460

2y↑6

These people are NOT HYPE ENOUGH WHILE SINGING THIS. I’m constantly jumping all around my house screaming and blasting THIS SO LOUD!!! It’s absolutely AMAZING 🥹

@Emila1695

2y↑6

This is pure gold. The guitar, the subtle synth vibe. My aesthetic 100%
Thank you for this!

@gilbert6980

2y↑1

Bring back the 80's music!

@ciaranboyle488

1y↑3

As close to musical perfection as you can get, some parts of this song remind of Springsteens Tunnel of Love album, incredible piece of music

@RadioDonNowhere

3y↑93

Es Radio Doble Nueve 99.1FM
Lima, Perú!

@italoleiva7731

2y↑13

Por esa radio estoy aquí!

@IndieSoul6772

2y↑1

Hay una radio acá en Perú 😎 que pasa esta música...? No lo puedo creer...

@alfredob732

@IndieSoul6772 desde 1979, pero también pone tonterias y esquiva(p no se entera quizá) mucha música buena.

@giordannopatrecce5978

2y↑3

La mejor radio de rock en lima desde 1979 ,por eso estoy también aca.

@aston34sovero72

Doble nueve. La mejor radio del Perú

@goldencymbalsflying4586

14w

starting your dawn listening to this track and you'll be throwing off sparks all day long.

@billmcintosh220

2y↑3

No bad songs. New Dylan. So many bands have his musical threads woven through their music. This band takes it around the world. First class with many interludes and changes. Smooth wonderful flight.

@edmerkel2407

2y↑10

A true rock anthem for the 21st century. Magnificent!

@nickrock23

that electric piano pad with the guitar bending behind it, magical. reminds me of my old keyboard set up with the DX7 and D-50

@masterg7895

2y↑272

I'm an 80's kid, my whole world revolves around 80's and 90's nostalgia, and i approve that this song is up there with the greatest hits of those times.

@navycounsel2463

2y↑6

I was a child of the 70s born mid 60s but learned life in the 80s the greatest of times and the second I heard this song I was transformed back to that time. Thanks for the memories

@wyde1340

2y↑2

Dang, I literally just posted this same thing...I'm just now reading all the other comments...lol

@MichaelFlynn0

what year were you born MG ?

@masterg7895

@Michael Flynn born in 1985, was addicted to MTV and VH1 as a kid.

@chiphamilton8790

2y↑6

No doubt, sounds like it came straight out of the eighties, I grew up in the eighties as well , best new song I've heard in many years

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@georgevanzandbergen905

1y↑3

When I 1st listened to this song I thought it was long, but today it ain't long enough...just get lost in it!

@thomasroberts9763

2y↑18

When you give up on modern music this comes along and gives me hope... I give this a 100% good.. Thank you War On Drugs for restoring hope in today's music..Thomas Roberts from the USA ..May 10th 2021..❤🌷❤🌷❤🌷

@rockinrobert100

Couldn't agree more...Many of their songs kinda sound the same (2 chords back and forth) but it is done with so much intellect that it is impossible to not "feel" them... LOVE WOD, and huge congrats to them for being chosen to open for The Rolling Stones on some of their upcoming European tour!..A huge feather in the cap!

@casterpatser

2y↑11

Thank you for your great music, it gives me so much comfort and support to go through my troubeling times

@bernievee72

2y↑1

Hope you get through your troubles my friend

@kndvolk

2y↑3

Saw them at St Augustine Ampitheatre last night and they rocked for 2 straight hours and were phenomenol! This song was featured...by the end of the concert the audience was in a frenzy--like a religious experience-even Adam looked like he was in another dimension--so easy to be carried off to other places with their music!

@martin.paul001

2y↑7

Such an amazing piece! All the emotions that song shakes up, beautiful

@josearmenta748

2y↑68

"Is life just dying in slow motion?" absolutely got caught by that line...

@P00katube

2y↑6

"If We Burn Our Wings
Flying To Close To The Sun
If The Moment Of Glory
Is Over Before It's Begun"

Neil Peart "Bravado"

@kusisava

1y↑7

This song is like time machine. Takes me to that beautiful place calls Earth in the 80s.

@pierrebouvier7056

10w

My favorite song from War on Drugs, and probably the best song I listened in my entire life. The music, the lyrics, the clip... Stunning. Can't wait to watch them live one day.