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With all that is going on I wanted to share it. Good luck to us all. Good luck to our world. There are many kinds of paradise...Let's be on the side of those in need. Let's be on the side of those who love. Let's be on the side of those who care, who participate, who try... And if not all that, then at least, let's be on the side of those who pay their taxes;-)
Directed by Jack Dishel (in a stairwell)
Shot by Shervin Lainez (also in a stairwell)
Animated by Chris Tucci (luckily not in a stairwell at all!)
Regina Spektor, on tour this spring! Dates at reginaspektor.com/
The new album Remember Us To Life is out now: wbr.ec/rutl
Connect with Regina at:
reginaspektor.com/
facebook.com/reginaspektor
twitter.com/respektor
instagram.com/reginaspektor
Lyrics:
The trapper and the furrier
Went walking through paradise
And all the animals lay clawless
And toothless before them
And all the mothers stepped away from their babies
Leaving them open and easy to handle
The trapper and the furrier
Went walking through paradise
They took some for now
And they got some for later
And they marveled at the pelts,
Not a bullet-hole in ’em
And they filled up the cages
With pets for their children
What a strange, strange world we live in
Where the good are damned
And the wicked forgiven
What a strange, strange world we live in
Those who don’t have, lose
Those who got, get given
More, more, more, more. . .
The owner and the manager
Went walking through paradise
And all the shelves were filled
With awards and achievements
And on every corner a power presentation
And on every floor an army of workers
The owner and the manager
Went walking through paradise
And all their charts showed
So much promise and progress
No sick days, no snow days, no unions, no taxes
And they wandered towards home,
Kings of their castles
What a strange, strange world we live in
Where the good are damned
And the wicked forgiven
What a strange, strange world we live in
Those who don’t have, lose
Those who got, get given
More, more, more, more. . .
The lawyer and the pharmacist
Went walking through paradise
And all the sick were around them
With fevers unbreaking
Crying and bleeding and coughing and shaking
And arms outstretched, prescription collecting
The lawyer and the pharmacist
Went walking through paradise
Pressed suits in the courtroom
Aroma of chloroform
And they smiled at the judge,
Dispositions so sunny
’cause they didn’t have the cure but sure needed the money
What a strange, strange world we live in
Where the good are damned
And the wicked forgiven
What a strange, strange world we live in
Those who don’t have, lose
Those who got, get given
More, more, more, more
More, more, more, more. .
Views : 385,022
Genre: Music
Date of upload: Nov 8, 2016 ^^
Rating : 4.881 (210/6,862 LTDR)
RYD date created : 2022-02-21T07:29:57.464356Z
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YouTube Comments - 417 Comments
Top Comments of this video!! :3
Well, this is just perfect isn't it
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she just doesnt age, does she?
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The lyrics was brilliant. Truly made by queen Regina
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She is one of my all time favorite artists, and this only confirms it!
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Brilliant allegory with outright accusations... I love this song! Unlike all the complaints about this album, I am thankful for Regina's experimentation and her powerful, visceral yet lucid lyrics.
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This song matters more now than ever.
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more, more, more, MOOOOOOAR!
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During difficult times the artists step forward
41 |
she has such an amazing voice
51 |
Those who don’t have, lose, those who got, get given more, more, more, more...
Good luck to our world indeed. Thank you for this song, Regi.
70 |
I'M SHOOK
61 |
This song is so gorgeous. Love the emphasis of the blue of Regi's eyes and her red lipstick!
70 |
Unfortunate in one way, but this exquisite song ages like fine wine year after year
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Wow,who knew becoming a parent would give you more of an edge.
First Small Bill$, now this, that's what I call coming back with a vengeance.
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this song feels more relevant than ever now in the world. but remember that life is not a series of inescapable evil events. it's not a "strange world we live in where the good are damned and the wicked forgiven" in the sense that not everything is out of our control. we have the ability to act, to decide to love, to decide to fight for what's right and good. there will always be people willing to hurt others for their own benefit but there will also always be people who choose to sacrifice for the good of others. don't give up. don't believe "that's just the way it is". you have power. you can make a difference no matter how small. when many millions of people add together their tiny offerings of love the world gets better. Have faith in love, hope, and goodness. It's worth it.
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Wow. The only word possible. This is the first ever comment I have posted on YouTube in 10 years (I am usually a passive and mildly-amused observer)
Your talent and insight is incredible and jaw-dropping. You are one of the most important artists I have ever heard. My heart goes out to you and I really want to salute your bravery, unashamed courage of conviction, clarity, confidence, direct self-expression and undeniable, unshakeable musical talent... I want to recognise, commend and applaud you for being the person you are, sharing your talent and musical/artistic ability with us all. Thank you.
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Hmm reminds me of her really early style
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What strange world we live in, where the good are damned and the wicked forgiven.
87 |
I absolutely adore Regina Spektor!
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@bbfunky1
7 years ago
This song... this album... this woman. Everything that involves Regina Spektor has a special place in my heart and my ears love just the mere sound of her voice.
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