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Looked up this morning, saw the roses full of thorns
Guns are falling, they don't have nowhere to go
Oceans of diamonds always shine, smooth out below
Can we start it all over again this morning?
I lost all my defenses this morning
Won't you show me the way it used to be?
I've gone all around 'til there's nothing left to say
Wrote it all down into something that couldn't be said
I tore it all down and buried me underneath the wave
Can we start it all over again this morning?
I let down my defenses this morning
It was just you and me this morning
I fought all my guesses this morning
Won't you show me the way it could've been?
Hardly. Name 5 of his songs, without consulting Wikipedia.
I can name 1 and that is because it was written to my left. I do think there are about 3 or 4 that really stop and catch me, however I tend to agree with your point.
One of the greatest songwriters in the last 3 decades.
Pure genius.
agreed
Long live RP!!!!!
I've managed to, for decades now. It can be done.
Well - you have missed out and can go back to sticking your head up your Arse!
I think it's important to point out that Beck's parents were both Scientologists. He was born into it - never had a chance. No need to do mental gymnastics. Beck aside from his beliefs is still an artist you can't ignore.
I've managed to, for decades now. It can be done.
One of the greatest songwriters in the last 3 decades.
Pure genius.
Hardly. Name 5 of his songs, without consulting Wikipedia.
I know the confliction you describe and (for me at least) I've resolved it by 1) remembering that Mr. Hansen has NEVER come to my door trying to 'convert' me and 2) having compassion for him and anyone else that I believe has been lead astray with any number of bullshit religions, etc.
Once that clicks for you I think you'll find you're able to enjoy his tunes a bit better. Heck, his post-breakup album (Sea Change) captures very well that 'lost love' feeling that we HUMANS endure from time to time, atheist/christian/scientologist/etc., alike.
Long Live RP!! OH...I have this one rated at 8....it's borderline 9 for me.
Also, Beck was never a fully committed proselytizing celebrity scientologist in the model of John Travolta, Tom Cruise, or even Lea Rimini (formerly). He last appeared at a major Scientologist event in 2005. He has/had members of his family (parents and wife) who were, however, full on members of the "faith". Indoctrination in any faith by one's parents happens with every single religion. Moving on from such indoctrination happens to many and seems to have happened for Mr. Hansen. Good for him.
BTW: His music would be FANTASTIC regardless of any belief system he might follow.
Sure is. Very nice transition.
languid laziness turns into layered textures of genius
Heh. Bill just gave a shout-out to this post.
Not that's a bad thing just sayin' :)
Pure genius.
If someones religion or political beliefs put me off their music, I'd be listening to...nothing.
Scientology is a tad quacked, as with a few other religions including Christianity, but if the music is good I'm willing to ignore that aspect of him, her or them.
I can overlook more than that. I may not (probably won't) purchase more from that artist, but if I have already, I'll listen despite credible sexual assault allegations, domestic violence, etc.
Not listening to Ike and Tina Turner or Jackie Wilson again? Not happening. Whispers (Gettin' Louder) by JW is an all-time fave cut. I love that song.
Take the best of what people have to offer and cut 'em a little slack with the rest. Especially if, one, they're dead or two, they're making amends.
As they say, opinions are like a$$holes, everybody's got one.
Everyone has one and they usually stink.
I know the confliction you describe and (for me at least) I've resolved it by 1) remembering that Mr. Hansen has NEVER come to my door trying to 'convert' me and 2) having compassion for him and anyone else that I believe has been lead astray with any number of bullshit religions, etc.
Once that clicks for you I think you'll find you're able to enjoy his tunes a bit better. Heck, his post-breakup album (Sea Change) captures very well that 'lost love' feeling that we HUMANS endure from time to time, atheist/christian/scientologist/etc., alike.
Long Live RP!! OH...I have this one rated at 8....it's borderline 9 for me.
I'll also point out that, as of 2019, he has disavowed the church, and does not identify as a Scientologist.
Loved it then, and love it now. This is a great album.
Remember, in body heat william hurt tells kathleen turner sometimes he feels like he needs a hat. Maybe like this one and maybe for the same purpose.
My favorite line from that movie: "You're pretty dumb. I like that in a man."
Tony in NJ
W.A.S.T.E.
I know the confliction you describe and (for me at least) I've resolved it by 1) remembering that Mr. Hansen has NEVER come to my door trying to 'convert' me and 2) having compassion for him and anyone else that I believe has been lead astray with any number of bullshit religions, etc.
Once that clicks for you I think you'll find you're able to enjoy his tunes a bit better. Heck, his post-breakup album (Sea Change) captures very well that 'lost love' feeling that we HUMANS endure from time to time, atheist/christian/scientologist/etc., alike.
Long Live RP!! OH...I have this one rated at 8....it's borderline 9 for me.
I think it's important to point out that Beck's parents were both Scientologists. He was born into it - never had a chance. No need to do mental gymnastics. Beck aside from his beliefs is still an artist you can't ignore.
As it's three months after you posted that, and I'm listening to it on a foggy Sunday morning ... I agree.
I know the confliction you describe and (for me at least) I've resolved it by 1) remembering that Mr. Hansen has NEVER come to my door trying to 'convert' me and 2) having compassion for him and anyone else that I believe has been lead astray with any number of bullshit religions, etc.
Once that clicks for you I think you'll find you're able to enjoy his tunes a bit better. Heck, his post-breakup album (Sea Change) captures very well that 'lost love' feeling that we HUMANS endure from time to time, atheist/christian/scientologist/etc., alike.
Long Live RP!! OH...I have this one rated at 8....it's borderline 9 for me.
Thanks to both of you for summing it up for me. In the end its just great music and we're all trying to find the way.
If someones religion or political beliefs put me off their music, I'd be listening to...nothing.
Scientology is a tad quacked, as with a few other religions including Christianity, but if the music is good I'm willing to ignore that aspect of him, her or them.
And by the way, Beck said he is no longer a Scientoligist https://www.hollywoodreporter....
Yes. We all are in agreement. Beck is a boring no-talent asshole.
No Talent? LMAO
Jealous much?
I am so conflicted!! I really enjoy Beck's music...but that Scientology crap continues, continues to put me off.
If someones religion or political beliefs put me off their music, I'd be listening to...nothing.
Scientology is a tad quacked, as with a few other religions including Christianity, but if the music is good I'm willing to ignore that aspect of him, her or them.
So ... you'd discriminate based on a person's religion?
Maybe this will help to clarify why so many of us feel the way we do about the subject: https://www.foxnews.com/entert...
I am so conflicted!! I really enjoy Beck's music...but that Scientology crap continues, continues to put me off.
So ... you'd discriminate based on a person's religion?
I am so conflicted!! I really enjoy Beck's music...but that Scientology crap continues, continues to put me off.
You were oh so original in "going there". Bold. A true adventurer.
Yes Beck - do the "70s thing" while listening to Dark Side of the Moon
Completely different chord progression - not even vaguely similar, but don't let that ruin your narrative. Apparently, every song was written by Pink Floyd anyhow, at least according to many listeners here.
Well I was just thinking how people get up themsleves about 'fashion'; Reading the comments of Nena's poppy little dittie compared to the reverential, existentialist comments about this dirge is certainly a case of the Emperor's New Clothes. It's just slower folks, and in english (and without the armpit hair), get over it, get international and most importanly, get a wider viewpoint!
Good summary for my feelings as well. After all, he's just a musician.
Nobody is "just a musician".
I know the confliction you describe and (for me at least) I've resolved it by 1) remembering that Mr. Hansen has NEVER come to my door trying to 'convert' me and 2) having compassion for him and anyone else that I believe has been lead astray with any number of bullshit religions, etc.
Once that clicks for you I think you'll find you're able to enjoy his tunes a bit better. Heck, his post-breakup album (Sea Change) captures very well that 'lost love' feeling that we HUMANS endure from time to time, atheist/christian/scientologist/etc., alike.
Long Live RP!! OH...I have this one rated at 8....it's borderline 9 for me.
Good summary for my feelings as well. After all, he's just a musician.
I am so conflicted!! I really enjoy Beck's music...but that Scientology crap continues, continues to put me off.
I know the confliction you describe and (for me at least) I've resolved it by 1) remembering that Mr. Hansen has NEVER come to my door trying to 'convert' me and 2) having compassion for him and anyone else that I believe has been lead astray with any number of bullshit religions, etc.
Once that clicks for you I think you'll find you're able to enjoy his tunes a bit better. Heck, his post-breakup album (Sea Change) captures very well that 'lost love' feeling that we HUMANS endure from time to time, atheist/christian/scientologist/etc., alike.
Long Live RP!! OH...I have this one rated at 8....it's borderline 9 for me.
I am so conflicted!! I really enjoy Beck's music...but that Scientology crap continues, continues to put me off.
Agree totally. When I heard he and his band were playing in the Titanic Quarter in Belfast recently and it was being shown on TV I sat down to watch the show... Beck appeared on stage and proceeded to sing along to dance type songs.
Not what I was expecting at all - I thought I was watching somebody else
The gypsy flies from coast to coast
Knowing many, loving none
Bearing sorrow, having fun
But back home he'll always run...
That's what I heard on the intro too, but a little bit slower... oh, Sweet Melissa!
Agree completely!
The gypsy flies from coast to coast
Knowing many, loving none
Bearing sorrow, having fun
But back home he'll always run...
...to sweet Melissa
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(but I don't think it sounds like that)
Lets see Dose out of almost 600 reviews the AVERAGE is 7.5 shall I repeat it? 7.5 you ARE A boring no intelligence RP listener, use the PSD and SPARE us your DRIVEL!
Some people are just constitutionally incapable of sparing us their drivel. Fortunately Bill, like 7.5 out of 10 of us, likes Beck.
Yes. We all are in agreement. Beck is a boring no-talent asshole.
Lets see Dose out of almost 600 reviews the AVERAGE is 7.5 shall I repeat it? 7.5 you ARE A boring no intelligence RP listener, use the PSD and SPARE us your DRIVEL!
The gypsy flies from coast to coast
Knowing many, loving none
Bearing sorrow, having fun
But back home he'll always run...
So sorry Beck didn't reply to your love letters.
Time to let it go and move on, dude.
I wasn't agreeing that Beck has no talent and is boring.
I was agreeing to the statement that opinions are like assholes.
Have another beer
So we are in agreement that Beck Hanson is no talent boring asshole? I thought so.
Yes Beck - do the "70s thing" while listening to Dark Side of the Moon
Yes, again, this guy Beck Hanson writing a lame version of song that has already been written.
If you're so easily bored by a song that's only a few minutes long, that's on you, not Beck.
No. It's him.
Yes. We all are in agreement. Beck is a boring no-talent asshole.
If you're so easily bored by a song that's only a few minutes long, that's on you, not Beck.
Yes. We all are in agreement. Beck is a boring no-talent asshole.
I wasn't agreeing that Beck has no talent and is boring.
I was agreeing to the statement that opinions are like assholes.
Have another beer
Yes Beck - do the "70s thing" while listening to Dark Side of the Moon
This entire album is fabulous.
Great for making out, too.
Yes. We all are in agreement. Beck is a boring no-talent asshole.
What a lovely world you must live in where everyone agrees with you whether they do or not.
Remember, in body heat william hurt tells kathleen turner sometimes he feels like he needs a hat. Maybe like this one and maybe for the same purpose.
Me too! Same chords. Same style.
I still like it, though.
Yeah, Hansen ripping off himself ripping off Gregg Allman.
My thoughts as well. You beat me to it.
Yes. We all are in agreement. Beck is a boring no-talent asshole.
As they say, opinions are like a$$holes, everybody's got one.
My thoughts as well. You beat me to it.
I am renewing my donation for your superb play tonight!!! Joe Cocker? I'm a Delta Lady living in Richmond, VA.
As they say, opinions are like a$$holes, everybody's got one.
Me too! Same chords. Same style.
I still like it, though.
Very similar. I thought it was a cover by a different band at first.
The pipe, one would imagine. If one were so inclined.
Me too! Same chords. Same style.
I still like it, though.
I thought the same thing, but I really like both songs. He should mash them up live.
More like mourning, amirite?
Solid album all the way through with strong theme underlying. Becks got the midas touch.
Baiting?...
The Golden Age part 2. Not that excellent.
How dare an artist revisit some of the best musical themes of their career. It's like he thinks he has a sound or something.