2D: bye

2D: got it

I can’t believe this is the same band that made Clint Eastwood. You guys have evolved so much ever since you’re first album.

I love this, she is so happy, its infectious, she makes me smile when she sings because she seams so full of joy when she sings, love you guys

2D: Got it now

2D: Noodle told me not to shout as she’s right next to me

This music video is beautiful and very strange. I love how at 3:20 you have nice, happy trumpets while Murdoc is sobbing his eyes out on the couch.

3:58 IS NOBODY TALKING ABOUT HOW HE PULLS UP A FRENCH PHRASEBOOK IN THIS SHOT IM SCREAMING

2D: Just wanna do a shout out to Noodle

2D: Noodle wot is for dinner

this is the first i've ever heard of Fatoumata. she's incredible! her voice is so mature and absolutely carries this song. i love all of the Gorillaz collaborators, but she adds such an amazing vibe.

I JUST SAW THEM LIVE TOGETHER AND THAT WAS ACTUALLY AMAZING FATOUMATA WAS ABSOLUTELY ELECTRIC WHEN SHE SUNG! Gave me chills all over it was absolutely amazing I’m so glad I got to experience that! :D

2D: I think Noodle has gone

2D: damn it's still on

I have really bad anxiety so I get overwhelmed a lot, but listening to this song really helps me calm down. Thank you Gorillaz, you guys are the reason I’m still here

I remember listening to this song nonstop when the pandemic lockdown began... It's really been a while huh 😭😭

2D: have a nice day

2D: What am I supposed to be doing Noodle

Gorillaz NEEDS to be in the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame, their contribution to music is just outstanding. Not and overstatement by any means, when the time arrives, they need to be there, I truly believe they already reached that level some time ago.Blending so many genres and constantly churning out fresh material speaks volumes.I wish them their best through this journey called life, and I am happy we all get so share it in the present, even if for me just means connecting to the music they release.

Lyrics: Eh Eh ah Désolé, désolé contraband Désolé, I'm a long way from land Desolé, I don't know what to do Désolé, désolé, try to hold on to you Désolé Désolé, ko teriya mana diya Désolé, a kana ma lamè Désolé, désolé Désolé Désolé Désolé, a kana ma lamè Désolé, désolé compliqué Désolé, I don't know what to say anymore Désolé, while everyone on the move Désolé Désolé, I'm tryin' to hold on to you Désolé Désolé, ko teriya mana diya Désolé, a kana ma lamè Désolé, désolé Désolé Désolé, a kana ma lamè Désolé Désolé Désolé, désolé contrebande Désolé, c'est une long file d'attente Désolé, tous mes fantômes sont bleus Désolé Désolé, try to hold on to you Désolé, désolé Désolé (ah ahan) Désolé O diyalen O diyalen (ah ahan) Désolé, désolé Désolé (ahaan) Désolé Désolé (ahaan, hey, yehey) Désolé Désolé Désolé, désolé

2D: i don't know how to turn this off

2D: It's weird I never knew there was a lake in the back room

Well, while everyone else is over analysing, I prefer to be happy with the little things, like the fact Blur’s Magic Whip album cover is hanging on the wall at 3:22 😍 This song would work perfectly on that album too.

3:40 my favorite part of the song

2D: Noodle can i go now as need to buy some socks

2D: Did anyone else see that pink plane made of marshmallow.

I can't explain it fully, but something about the instrumentalism and the nature of this song FEELS like you're on a boat going down a river in a brisk wind on an overcast day. They nailed it.

this is sad because +it starts of with 2D saying "hey im" +desole literally means "im sorry" in french +murdoc writes the lyrics 😰

2D: can anyone recommend me some good socks

2D: I waved at that big boat that went past but got blanked. Hate when that happens lol.

The Smile and positivity radiating from this woman for her having this experience is unmatched.. you can see she is grateful for every moment. Love this! Gorillaz legends!

Notice how 2d aint no scared plastic beach sailor anymore, now he s the captain .I m proud of him.(Also it could be an analogy for what s happening with murdoc not feeling in control of the band)

2D: then Russ said the carrots were to help the planet. his dream is to make all instruments eatable

2D: dont worry about those ducks btw, ducks can go forward AND backwards.

My step dad died by his own hand in April of last year and once I was crying at work and a car parked by me absolutely blaring this song. Now I can't think of anything else when I hear this song. "Desole While everyone on the move Trying hold on to you" :(

Heya, I'm late to the party, I discovered the album only yesterday. I don't know if anyone has said this before, but "désolé" ("sorry" in English) also means desolate/deserted/ravaged in French. Which means that "désolé" applies to 2D and Murdoc in more ways than you might think. 2D is sorry that things ended the way they did, he's also devastated by the abusive relationship he had with the bassist, but it's Murdoc who is deserted, isolated.

2D: I was worried about Russ cos he said he saw monsters, and was drumming with carrots.

こんにちは ♥️ it's Noodle ... like this comment if you play guitar with gloves on too 🧤✚ 🎸

I love how in this song, the bass is quieter than other of Gorillaz's songs. I can still hear it, but compared to a song like Feel good inc. or Clint Eastwood, it's more subtle, letting other instruments shine for once. And that for the most part, the bass is low compared to the song in general. It's doing it's own thing while the other instruments do theirs.

She is absolutely stunning!!!🥰

2D: i was also worried about those ducks swimming backwards. hope they are ok

2D: Alright this is 2D here saying things live from my head

Can’t believe it’s been three years since this came out, this was definitely my favorite song from the song machine. Phase 6 was a great one. Crazy to think this came out right before the pandemic got bad haha.

Thank you gorillaz for making me discover fatoumata!! Her voice is amazing and I love the way she sings, it’s very non-western and different. As a middle eastern I had blast listening to her such a talent!!

2D: this is 2D saying goodbye to whoever I am talking to.

2D: bit of a shame the weather was rubbish that day as had my speedos on under ready for a swim. But wot can you do.

This song is added to my many favorite Gorillaz songs. What an awesome vibe.

The lyrics are adorable. Even cuter in Damon’s smooth voice(or 2D if you prefer). And the collaberator’s accent and voice is such a beautiful add. They really branch out to every song they make. We know it’s made with love. PS: 2D’s French dictionary is the cutest add ever. PSx2:Russel looks so cute 😭

2D: in that book I was trying to learn French for ‘can we stop I really need the loo' as forgot to go before we left Kong. That was where the line ‘Trying to hold on to you’ was inspired.

Be here at 1600 GMT for a chat with 2D & Noodle after the video premieres ⏰

Weirdly melancholy and nostalgic but in a way also euphoric. Maybe its just best to describe this song as incredible. So good

Man diawara is so good in this, really glad gorrilaz managed to get her, haven't heard of her before this but im really glad I got the chance to listen to her in this, also she looked great in this too! Her clothes are so vibrant and her joy really adds to the boat riding scenes.

Comments: 50% - about the song 40% - theories 10% - 2D's comments

2D: Lovely day on the lake :) Us: Murdoc is crying 2D: This ain't about him

Just got to see Fatouamata Diawara live in Vancouver, BC recently; her joie d’vivre comes out in full glory in-person. What a soul!

Hearing her say Désole is like a angel in my ears

The song: Désolé Murdoc: Depressolé

Murdoc: Cryin' Everyone Else: Vibin' Giant Menacing Shadows: Loomin'

the way 2d uses french phrasebook, while singing in french, is such a cute detail

Fatoumata Diawara looks and sounds so beautiful

Murdoc: Crying 2D: Smiling Me: Confused

So for everyone who hasn't seen it yet: Murdoc said on twitter that he wasn't actually crying, it was acting. In order to act like he was crying, he thought of all the horrible things that he did do his friends and how ashamed he is of himself So, he basically acted like he was crying but he actually cried.

3 years have gone by, and I still love this song, it was the beginning of COVID and I was scared and in my apartment, struggling with the weight of the world, and this made me feel heard

this song gives me the vibes of a cold day at the beach, where there is no sun at the sky but clouds, yet none of them will make it rain.

Murdoc: Is depressed 2D: "First time"?

2D: Singing Noodle: Strumming Russel: Drumming Murdoc: Crying Monsters in the sky: *Vibing*

Fatoumata one love! 😍

Saw them in concert in ATL a few days ago & they performed this song 💚💚 I love the Gorillaz

I like how everyone is talking about Murdoch being sad and not the huge monsters in the sky

2-D: Vibing Noodles: Noodling Russell: Actually appears for more than 1 second Murdoc: *D E P R E S S I O N*

Got to see Gorillaz and Fatoumata perform this live in Brooklyn NY.. experience of a lifetime. GORILLAZ I LOVE YOU!! 😢❤️❤️

I know it's a bit too late but this song always tugs at me, reminds me of late July, 6:34 in the morning. I hadn't slept after watching blade runner with my boyfriend. He was on a plane traveling to meet me irl for the first time. And I was just showering with the all the doors open, cold morning air flowing though my house, sleep refusing to take me cause of excitement and stomach sick from butterflies. God i miss that feeling.

2D is now an adorable French captain Noodle has monster hands and a kick ass guitar Russel likes carrots And Murdoc is depressed

Murdoc: *acts creepy* Also Murdoc: *gets creeped out*

This song came out during the worst break up of my life. It gives me nostalgia and love

Whoaaaaa I'm so mind-blown because I love the Gorillaz since I was in like Middle School like late elementary school and I just found this beautiful woman like this year (Or within the last 3) and I appreciate her a lot and I appreciate that they made music together. She be playing the mess out of her guitar like fr

I understand why Murdocs sad, and it was more than just the boat trip. The song and visuals represent the band not needing Murdoc to be with them anymore. Murdoc is realizing this and hides in his box Murdoc centered his whole life around this band, he has no other interests, (a good) family, or friendships outside of it He literally sold his soul for these people, but then they realize they didn’t need him to begin with. He has nothing left and that’s what’s sad.

So my friend found out why possibly murdoc was crying: Everyone probably thinks this is what happened but like When Murdoc woke up, everyone was already heading outside. Boyo walked downstairs and when he creeped into the hall, the door was closing. This is because 2D was going downstairs. 2D then went outside, and Murdoc was downstairs just as soon as the door was closing. The green boyo looked over just to realize he was hearing music. In the video it shows him leaning against the door to listen and he hears the band playing without him. This is what gets the him. The guy pretty much made the band and now they're going off making music without him. It upsets him and he may start to believe that the band doesn't want him or he feels that he's not needed and the band can manage without him. After all, he was gone for the entire album The Now Now since he was in jail, and they managed fine with a replacement. So this is what pushes him to the edge and he starts to cry but shortly after closes himself back out from the world by going back in the case)

This has to be my favorite Gorillaz song. So good!

[Intro: 2-D] Ayy Ayy, ah [Verse 1: 2-D & Fatoumata Diawara] Sorry, sorry, contraband Sorry, I'm a long way from land Sorry, I don't know what to do Sorry, sorry, try to hold on to you [Chorus: 2-D, Fatoumata Diawara & Both] Sorry, sorry, say the light of our friendship is good Sorry, you aren't listening Sorry, sorry, sorry Sorry, sorry, you aren't listening [Verse 2: 2-D & Fatoumata Diawara] Sorry, sorry, complicated Sorry, I don't know what to say anymore Sorry, while everyone on their own Sorry, sorry, I'm tryin' to hold on to you [Chorus: 2-D, Fatoumata Diawara & Both] Sorry, sorry, say the light of our friendship is good Sorry, you aren't listening Sorry, sorry, sorry Sorry, sorry, you aren't listening Sorry Sorry [Verse 3: 2-D & Fatoumata Diawara] Sorry, sorry, contraband Sorry, it's a long waiting line Sorry, all of my ghosts are blue Sorry, sorry, try to hold on to you [Bridge: 2-D, Fatoumata Diawara & Both] Sorry, sorry, sorry, ah Sorry, that got better/succeeded (?), ah Sorry, sorry, sorry, ah Sorry, sorry, ah, yeah, yeah [Outro: 2-D & Fatoumata Diawara] Sorry, sorry Sorry, sorry

When you take a nap, but everyone already left to get dinner, so you're just wandering around the house trying to figure out where everyone went and what year it is, but you give up an go back to sleep

Mad respect to Russel who's playing drums with two carrots.

I first saw gorillaz play in Liverpool around 23 years ago ...I've seen them many times since and they just get better and better .. This track has just pushed its self to the top of my favourite list . The back catalogue seems endless these days. Amazing sounds that just make my old body wanna dance ,✌️❤️

Where have I been! Two of my favs coming together like this. Wow

love how we're all here a whole day before it premiers just vibing.

Theory: Murdoc is crying because he realizes the band doesn't need him to make music. I wouldn't really connect heavily to 2d. Everyone says that, but it's probably more with the fact that he controlled most of the band and its decisions (when it came to music at the least) at almost everytime. Even when he was in jail--Ace was a good friend and he told him to. Now he feels as if they don't need him and honestly a deeper thought without the band he's nothing.

This is a really good song. I’ve been enjoying slowly going thru gorillaz discography, just recently discovered them for myself 😊

Easily one of my favorite tracks from the group. Beautiful and full of danceable melodies and great voices. Banger🔥

i just love how she never stops smiling even when she’s singing.

Murdoc: Hearing the singing, searching for friends Everyone: Having fun without Murdoc, making a new song without him. Murdoc: Crying

*this is a fantastic video and this song is just a beautiful blend of animation, composition, and organization*

This song I can’t stop listening to! It’s beautiful and her voice gives me chills!

Russ: I got carrots Noodle: I got monster hands 2-D: I got a hat Murdoc: I got depression

I never thought I’d see Murdoc crying on a couch, I guess this means that Murdoc feels like he isn’t needed anymore, feels like he doesn’t have a purpose for the band now that everyone has moved on, and maybe he feels bad for how he treated everyone like crap. Holy shit I’m actually being sympathetic for Murdoc oh my god I feel bad for him.

I have been listening to music for nearly seven decades, Gorillaz have started to become prominent in my listening choices. The music is varied because of guest musician input WOW 🤩 absolutely amazing, thank you . The mood changes so smoothly from one style to another, and one track to another .lots of love 💕 to you , and everyone out there under the sun and stars 💫.

Such a great song and video. Uplifting melancholic! Actually one of my Gorillaz favorites 😀

1. 2D in a sailor outfit is amazing. 2. I think Song Machine really is bringing out some of the best and freshest in Gorillaz right now.

Making us feel bad for the character who was mostly hated for his attitude is what's called a pro move

Oh god I'm one of those people who comment "I can't believe it's been 4 years" now. I remember being 14 and coming home from school and listening to this for the first time right after it came out, and now I'm 17, about to graduate high school in less than a month. I've finally become one of those commenters who comment about how old they feel and talk about how fast time has passed by.

I have listened to Gorillaz since I was 10 years old and as I have gotten older I have loved them more and more especially after OYA festival this year. I am so blessed to have ears to listen to the music they produce it is literally my idea of heaven for me. Thank you Gorillaz you never cease to amaze me!