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Beck — Morning
Album: Morning Phase
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7.6

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Total ratings: 2728









Released: 2014
Length: 5:58
Plays (last 30 days): 2
Woke up this morning, found a love light in the storm
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?
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Crossroads...seem to come and go...
 tinypriest wrote:

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.
 doktorkev wrote:

One of the greatest songwriters in the last 3 decades.

Pure genius.



agreed
What a streak, Bill...The War on Drugs, followed by Neil Young, Phosphorescent and then this gem from Beck.

Long live RP!!!!!
Well this certainly is a fine thing to hear on a noon-ish Sunday while looking at the garden. 
 tinypriest wrote:

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! 

 itsme_bygolly wrote:
 
 
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.
 doktorkev wrote:

One of the greatest songwriters in the last 3 decades.

Pure genius.


Hardly. Name 5 of his songs, without consulting Wikipedia.
I was sat here at my desk, 07:27AM, singing this song to myself and I thought: 'I'll just put Radio Paradise on' and it was playing ! Beautiful song and LP.
 lizardking wrote:

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.
This is a magnificent album! Does Bill have a shopping cart, I can't seem to locate one!!?
 LaurieinTucson wrote:
wonderful segueway from 99 luftballons
 
Sure is. Very nice transition.
 DanFHiggins wrote:

languid laziness turns into layered textures of genius



Heh. Bill just gave a shout-out to this post. 
 argexpat wrote:
Morning Phase is Sea Change in a major key.  
kazoo called it the Happy Sea Change

The fact that "Loser" is his best known hit kind of proves the masses don't know what good music is.  Morning barely made a blip on the music charts.
Irony defined. Song's called morning but it's putting me to sleep.
Not that's a bad thing just sayin' :)
languid laziness turns into layered textures of genius
I think I figured it out. Beck is channeling David Gilmour. He's kind of David Gilmour-lite.
One of the greatest songwriters in the last 3 decades.

Pure genius.
 BCarn wrote:

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.
 acupunk wrote:

As they say, opinions are like a$$holes, everybody's got one.
 

Everyone has one and they usually stink.
wonderful segueway from 99 luftballons
 lizardking wrote:

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.
Still can't believe this is the same guy who dropped "gettin crazy with the Cheez Whiz."

Loved it then, and love it now.  This is a great album.
 averybadcat wrote:

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.
 

 lizardking wrote:

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.

 newbolddrive wrote:
Beck is really good at these dreamy, Sunday-morning songs
 
As it's three months after you posted that, and I'm listening to it on a foggy Sunday morning ... I agree.
Morning Phase is Sea Change in a major key.  
 lizardking wrote:

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.  
Beck is really good at these dreamy, Sunday-morning songs
 BCarn wrote:

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....
 Dosequis wrote:

Yes. We all are in agreement. Beck is a boring no-talent asshole.
 
No Talent? LMAO
Jealous much?
Had been listening to this one for long every night before sleep.. 
 S-curvy wrote:
I'll go THERE:

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. 
 unclehud wrote:

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 prefer Beck doing his weird pop/rap stuff, like Epro, Loser, Cellphone's dead, Devil's haircut etc... This sounds like one big song, from album to album...
I really needed to hear this right now
 S-curvy wrote:
I'll go THERE:

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 just came to say that the transition into this song from 99 Luftballons was smooth as hell.
 S-curvy wrote:
I'll go THERE:

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.
 below72 wrote:
US...US...US...US...and...them...them... them...them
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.
 offroadbiker wrote:
Gorgeous transition from 99 Luftballons!!!  
 
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!
Gorgeous transition from 99 Luftballons!!!  
хочется утопится к чему бы это
 Webfoot wrote:

Good summary for my feelings as well.  After all, he's just a musician.
 

Nobody is "just a musician".
 lizardking wrote:

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.
 S-curvy wrote:
I'll go THERE:

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'll go THERE:

I am so conflicted!!  I really enjoy Beck's music...but that Scientology crap continues, continues to put me off.
 VV wrote:
Hard to believe that this is the same guy that put out the horrendous album "Covers" in 2017.
 
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 {#Ask} 
Hard to believe that this is the same guy that put out the horrendous album "Colors" in 2017. Hope he gets back on track.
i want to like beck. like i want/should like radiohead. can't. just can't. mark knopfler is the master of laid back. this makes me snooze.
 chinaski wrote:
Crossroads seem to come and go, yeah
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!
 Hannio wrote:
This album is a masterpiece.

 
Agree completely!
Has Beck re-invented the slo-mo song ? Sorry, just boring and lame IMHO
Becks dad arranged all the strings on this album. I wonder if he was paid?
Sounds like something from Fleetwood Mac's double-Bob era.
 
Becktacular!
Saw Beck for the first time this summer headlining Nashville's Pilgrimage Festival. I was surprised on how well his music came off live, as his songs have really high production values. Easily the best of the dozens of bands there.
 chinaski wrote:
Crossroads seem to come and go, yeah
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
.
(but I don't think it sounds like that) 
sorry but this is a worse copy of Asgeir s summer guest from the album In the silence. Folks if you like this kind of music I deeply recommend this guy from Island. He is just brilliant and his musicians and the sound is far better.
 willmcnaught wrote:

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!  {#Sunny}

 
Some people are just constitutionally incapable of sparing us their drivel.  Fortunately Bill, like 7.5 out of 10 of us, likes Beck.

 Dosequis wrote:

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!  {#Sunny}
massive attack into beck. no better way to start my day.
brilliant ! channeling his inner brian Wilson me thinks
This album is a masterpiece.
Auto Tune to the moon
Crossroads seem to come and go, yeah
The gypsy flies from coast to coast

Knowing many, loving none
Bearing sorrow, having fun

But back home he'll always run...
wonderful production. 8
 Dosequis wrote:
So we are in agreement that Beck Hanson is no talent boring asshole? I thought so.
 
So sorry Beck didn't reply to your love letters.
Time to let it go and move on, dude.
 ShaunJ wrote:

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  {#Cheesygrin}



 
So we are in agreement that Beck Hanson is no talent boring asshole? I thought so.
 below72 wrote:
US...US...US...US...and...them...them... them...them
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. 
 wgsu_1978 wrote:

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.
I was listening to this while at Ojo Caliente last week.  Perfect.
 Dosequis wrote:

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.
{#Sleep}
 Dosequis wrote:

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  {#Cheesygrin}


US...US...US...US...and...them...them... them...them
Yes Beck - do the "70s thing" while listening to Dark Side of the Moon
Love it.
This entire album is fabulous. 
{#Music}
I think it's cool the way he revisits Golden Age; it hauntingly quadruples the quantum effects of the longing that resonate within Without
 Austinette wrote:
It`s the perfect song when you got up very early in the morning.

 

Great for making out, too.
 Dosequis wrote:

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.
It`s the perfect song when you got up very early in the morning.
 Sloggydog wrote:
It's quite the Cobain look he has going on in the pic on the cover

 
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.
 Alexandra wrote:

Me too! Same chords. Same style.
 
 
I still like it, though. 

 
Yeah, Hansen ripping off himself ripping off Gregg Allman. 
 ShaunJ wrote:

My thoughts as well. You beat me to it.{#Cheesygrin}

 
Yes. We all are in agreement. Beck is a boring no-talent asshole.
 acupunk wrote:

As they say, opinions are like a$$holes, everybody's got one.

 
My thoughts as well. You beat me to it.{#Cheesygrin}
Beck is amazing.  {#Notworthy}
TY RP. BECK is Godlike. I love all his music. I could see this tune being a little slow for a hyper type; so try digging on Beck's other albums: Odelay, Mellow Gold would probably wake you up; Midnight Vulture will put you in a sexy way; Mutations is really good for Sunday morning. 
I am renewing my donation for your superb play tonight!!! Joe Cocker? I'm a Delta Lady living in Richmond, VA. 
 Dosequis wrote:
This guy really sucks.

 
As they say, opinions are like a$$holes, everybody's got one.
It's quite the Cobain look he has going on in the pic on the cover
Just saw Beck last night here in Raleigh. What a talent, what a show, what a night.
 Alexandra wrote:

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.
   Beck's whole album works really well as a complete work - difficult to cast fair judgement on just one track  {#Cheers}
 Dosequis wrote:
This guy really sucks.

 
The pipe, one would imagine. If one were so inclined.
Loving this song, solid album.
Very nice album! Love it!
This is my first time hearing this and it is really beautiful!!  My favorite elements are incorporated in this; love slide steel; optimistic lyrics; sure is bringing us back up after "to build a house"; Beck's voice is really relaxing also to listen to {#Roflol}
 jamelch wrote:
I am really enjoying this album.  However I keep singing "Golden Age" when I hear this!  It is a fantastic album though.

 
Me too! Same chords. Same style.
 
 
I still like it, though. 
Beck has finally become what you never could have imagined during his Odelay/Mutations heyday:  boring.
 jamelch wrote:
I am really enjoying this album.  However I keep singing "Golden Age" when I hear this!  It is a fantastic album though.

 
I thought the same thing, but I really like both songs. He should mash them up live.
{#Sunny}
Peaceful 
Timeless.
{#Yawn}
Great stuff.  Album is a little depressing to listen to in one go, but each track stands up well, for me, between other stuff.

More like mourning, amirite?


Before Morning Phase and Sea Change, there was Tropicalia. This completes the trilogy, most excellently, in my opinion.
Solid album all the way through with strong theme underlying. Becks got the midas touch.
Bill, his name is not baaak, but Beck
 Dosequis wrote:
This guy really sucks.

 
Baiting?...
 
Straight to 10
I am really enjoying this album.  However I keep singing "Golden Age" when I hear this!  It is a fantastic album though.
Lovely sound and production, everything from Beck is a delight.
Beck is such a diverse musician.  Each of his songs are unique.
Yay, new Beck! I link it. Mellow.
 jpdribbler wrote:

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.
 metod wrote:
Love love this song...the whole album is beautiful {#Yes}

 
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Love love this song...the whole album is beautiful {#Yes}
This guy really sucks.
Definitely taps the Golden Age vibe; that's not a bad thing. I always dig Beck's style details, smooth mood-building and recurring swoons.