Cobi - Don't You Cry For Me [Official Video]

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  • Official music video for Cobi's “Don’t You Cry For Me”
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    Directed by Adam VillaSenor & Reza Ghassemi
    www.adamvillasenor.com
    www.rezaghassemi.tv
    Executive Producer
    Jacob Stein
    DON'T YOU CRY FOR ME
    hope got my hands tied round my back
    and time put a rope around my head
    hung from the rafters of my fear
    dark in the eyes
    I try and face the world
    I can't bear to
    my knees hit the ground
    and my hands start shaking
    old feelings from
    new faces
    a rope on the floor
    and a poor man hanging
    please help me chop
    this tree down
    or hold me from underneath
    words never once cut me down
    oh don't you cry for me
    I've seen an ocean run away
    torn from the truth that holds my soul
    down in the grave where I belong
    oh what a ride
    Identified my devil
    wings to the sky on the run from trouble
    with my own hands
    no shovel
    I dug through the ground
    now I'm hanging above saying
    please help me chop
    this tree down
    or hold me from underneath
    words never once cut me down
    oh don't you cry for me
    down by the grave
    that the law man laid
    when the gravel got paved
    finally I'm saved
    when the sun went down
    it set the sky on fire
    I saw an angel fly
    I never felt so high
    please help me chop
    this tree down
    or hold me from underneath
    words never once cut me down
    oh don't you cry for me
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Komentáře • 844

  • @cailypannecoucke3000
    @cailypannecoucke3000 Před 4 lety +123

    WoW . His message could never get more important than now

    • @PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim
      @PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim Před 4 lety +3

      Facts

    • @cobimusic
      @cobimusic  Před 4 lety +9

      much love

    • @cobimusic
      @cobimusic  Před 4 lety +8

      love

    • @emmiepowers4117
      @emmiepowers4117 Před 3 lety

      P

    • @shawneec
      @shawneec Před 3 lety +5

      This message was important long before now. White people have got to step up and stop systemic racism and white supremacy. We created this horrific problem and we need to fix it, as well as pay reparations. Black people should not have to beg and protest for their lives simply for being black.

  • @indigopierre6538
    @indigopierre6538 Před 7 lety +672

    they could have easily just cut his rope saving that one black man. However the problem wasn't the rope in actuality it was the enormous and difficult to cut down tree being the metaphor for the entire system of oppression that disinfranchises the back community as a whole. And not just one of us but ALL of us black, white, and and every other race needs to stand up and work together to end institutionalized racism because injustice is a threat to justice everywhere! He did a good job!

  • @acekhar570
    @acekhar570 Před 7 lety +93

    I wonder if he knows how amazing this song makes me feel as an individual human being. just the expression in his voice along with the words and the beat. I could literally cry with this song on repeat for hours at a time . I love this song to death

  • @BeautyHeartLyric
    @BeautyHeartLyric Před 4 lety +78

    I’ve been listening to this song for years and have been thinking about it so much lately during these horrible times we are facing. Cobi, thank you for this compelling film and message. We need it now more than ever.

    • @cobimusic
      @cobimusic  Před 4 lety +34

      It’s got me thinking about this video a lot too. Thanks for leaving your feelings here. I hope others share the sentiment.

    • @BeautyHeartLyric
      @BeautyHeartLyric Před 4 lety +6

      Cobi I really hope so too. A shift in focus is extremely necessary right now and songs like this really help captivate a different perspective. Thank you for showcasing that!

    • @markusskagemark2918
      @markusskagemark2918 Před 2 lety +1

      Bad news, we need it now more than ever.

  • @sabrinagardner4112
    @sabrinagardner4112 Před 7 lety +31

    COBI!!!!!!!!!! YOU DID IT!!!!! Sooooooo many tears of joy! I am so so so proud of you. Even the comments below, I've read all of them and it makes me cry all over again. I love the comment, "I don't even want him to be famous I just want him to get the attention he deserves." Cobi you are deep waters. Your music exudes your soul so eloquently. You have a gift of reaching the heart with your words and a talent with your voice that is pleasing to the ear and calming to the soul. I salute you and all you do! Forever your friend and your fan! So much love to you brother!!! And super shout out to Adam, Reza, Ava, Daniel, Angelica & Zaid for the tireless work you did through out the process to make this a reality. I am so grateful to have been a part of this momentous event. Jacob, thanks for being who you are and making connections like this we all get to be changed by.

  • @nyslife1218
    @nyslife1218 Před 7 lety +178

    I as an African American woman think this video is very powerful as well as the song. I thank you for being as woke as you are and making this 🙌❤💯

    • @sarahshae1543
      @sarahshae1543 Před 6 lety +1

      Ny'Asia Outlaw amen

    • @men1960688
      @men1960688 Před 5 lety

      NyNy ! Amen. I understand where you are coming from.

    • @nyslife1218
      @nyslife1218 Před 3 lety +1

      @Arianna Westlove bitch shut up

  • @xshootingxstarsx
    @xshootingxstarsx Před 7 lety +72

    This played while I was on a walk today, and I broke down in tears because this message ran deep into my skin and bones. I believe everyone needs to hear this now, and realize what's going on in this country-- and chop this "tree" down. Thank you so much for making such a beautiful masterpiece.

  • @matthewj9719
    @matthewj9719 Před 4 lety +19

    I just discovered Cobi. I can honestly say, he is now one of my favorite recording artists! Love his work! Yasss!

  • @FreshasripeOnika
    @FreshasripeOnika Před 7 lety +70

    This song is so powerful. I listen to it every single day.

  • @echospaw899
    @echospaw899 Před 4 lety +8

    I come back this this song/video regularly. Not only a beautiful deliverance by Cobi, but a tough reminder of how it was... and still is, today. Society has a disease and it's in need of a cure before we end ourselves. Peace. 3:)

  • @utprabhyaduvanshi8588
    @utprabhyaduvanshi8588 Před 5 lety +2

    No white, no black we are jst on a different path of our lives and this song is in the end of all paths/love cobi, great work man always by ur side

  • @scarlettpeterson1677
    @scarlettpeterson1677 Před 7 lety +44

    How isn't this song more popular!? How!?!

    • @vibesbyj189
      @vibesbyj189 Před 7 lety +14

      Scarlett Peterson unfortunately people like to listen to songs talking about money, drugs, or sex more than songs with meanings

    • @anthonycats8737
      @anthonycats8737 Před 7 lety +4

      Because ppl don't understand the gospel..Clueless ...smh

  • @TaraAngel94
    @TaraAngel94 Před 7 lety +68

    A modern day "Strange Fruit". Chilling, graphic, heart wrenching. But we have to face that this was and in some ways still in existence in terms of racial tension. Many people want to act as if racism never truly existed, but the cold harsh reality is that it is responsible for countless numbers of deaths and it is still a major problem today.

    • @TaraAngel94
      @TaraAngel94 Před 7 lety +4

      Amazing song, and a powerful message

    • @claratschoepe1023
      @claratschoepe1023 Před 7 lety +1

      That's exactly what I thought when I heard this!

    • @hosealouis7760
      @hosealouis7760 Před 6 lety

      I think that there are very few people that "want to act as if racism never truly existed". Racism then was horrible and it hurts to watch reenactments of brutality like this, but I don''t see the point in continually talking bringing it back up and all the pain that came with it. Yes, let's not forget our history, but, no, let's not spoil our futures'.

    • @AnnaDe37
      @AnnaDe37 Před 4 lety

      @@hosealouis7760 Forgotten history is destined to repeat itself...

  • @dazjhawilliams5674
    @dazjhawilliams5674 Před 5 lety +1

    Heard this song from working at harley Davidson. This song is an eye opener, can't believe it only has one million views. 💛💛🙏🗣🗣🗣

  • @jonnywatts2970
    @jonnywatts2970 Před 2 lety +4

    This song means a lot to me! I have spent the majority of my life trying to hang myself with the rope that I have created. Thank God for my family. They have held me up and refused to let me die. I'm still shopping at that damn tree but I wouldn't even be able to swing the axe if not for my family and I know they are standing next to me everyday chopping just as hard. Family is all. Even if you weren't born with a good one you can make one.

  • @Myraeiliana
    @Myraeiliana Před 7 lety +1

    this video deserves way more recognition than its getting. not many awakened people I guess.

  • @truthisreal.
    @truthisreal. Před 7 lety +13

    the symbolism. ugh. I did not expect to feel this way.

  • @tonderaicollendemerez4187
    @tonderaicollendemerez4187 Před 7 lety +40

    this is deeeeeeeeeeep!!!!!

  • @Sleepstatemusic
    @Sleepstatemusic Před 7 lety +10

    Whoever directed this video is da man!

  • @sarahshae1543
    @sarahshae1543 Před 6 lety +1

    I’ve always said this should have MILLIONS OF VIEWS

  • @allisondillon9318
    @allisondillon9318 Před 4 lety +14

    Love this song! I’ve been listening for years and with all the horrible things happening lately I’ve been thinking a lot about this song and it’s message. Thank you Cobi you have touched many lives!

  • @beautifulvirgo967
    @beautifulvirgo967 Před 4 lety +22

    This song is the soundtrack of what’s happening now

  • @ericnoyes5756
    @ericnoyes5756 Před 7 lety +8

    Hozier Pandora does it again! Hooking me up with incredible artists like this.

  • @nvo_offmusic
    @nvo_offmusic Před 7 lety +7

    Ok but I need more songs now. I just discovered him and I have so disappointed when I saw only two songs from him. He is excellent!!!!

  • @sweetgirlbieber
    @sweetgirlbieber Před 7 lety +11

    Thanks Shade Room. This was extremely painful to watch, it made me cry, but this video was full of meaning.

  • @hanssolomon
    @hanssolomon Před 4 lety +3

    4 years later and could not be more relevant.

  • @honeyb545
    @honeyb545 Před 7 lety +2

    "Please, help me chop this tree down" ✊🏾 such an amazing video and powerful message behind this! I love it! ❤️

  • @Rianestorm
    @Rianestorm Před 4 lety +2

    This is really hitting different right now fr

  • @CalebGordon08
    @CalebGordon08 Před 7 lety +1

    I have been having so much inner conflict with grief of a personal loss since January, and not being able to express it or be there for the people that matter most to me because I can't except that he is gone. The lyrics of this song just spoke to me. Obviously, it wasn't meant for me. Just know that you are doing something right with your music

  • @victorias4013
    @victorias4013 Před 7 lety +17

    Why doesn't this have a million views yet?!

  • @1110tube
    @1110tube Před rokem +4

    Cobi, your voice is your asset. Man, your songs are incomparable.

  • @sebbys_mama
    @sebbys_mama Před 4 lety +2

    Never has a song and video been more relevant.

  • @sheenacrazyg
    @sheenacrazyg Před 7 lety +10

    The message behind this song and video is so moving. We needed this.

  • @KINGTVVVV
    @KINGTVVVV Před 7 lety +23

    Shoutout to the shade room for showing me this .. wild message

    • @ImJustGenny
      @ImJustGenny Před 7 lety +5

      right.. their usually celeb trash paid off this one time!

  • @maliavang946
    @maliavang946 Před 5 lety +4

    everytime I hear this song it always brings me to tears lyrics are powerful

  • @ozziehype
    @ozziehype Před 7 lety +1

    I remember I interviewed him on the Marc Gordon show 5 years ago, When he use to be with Gentleman hall band. He's been solo for a while. Shout-out to Jay who always promoted him for years doing blogs.

  • @kaseemat
    @kaseemat Před 7 lety +3

    You are a very intellectual man thank you for this representation. It was well needed for people who are oblivious to what surrounds them. Me , listening to every word of this song and watching the video gave me the chills. I almost had tears falling from my eyes. This video implies to never stop the problem from its surface , things start within , it is the root in which you destroy for many to escape. 💜

  • @madissonjones9702
    @madissonjones9702 Před 7 lety +4

    Most of the time I find good songs, but only at night when I can't sleep. Not glad I have bags under my eyes but it was totally worth it

  • @ImJustGenny
    @ImJustGenny Před 7 lety +3

    been replaying this and crying for half an hour? this song is too good for this world

  • @cierrawebb5853
    @cierrawebb5853 Před 7 lety +6

    This song is so moving and the video just adds to this!! Honestly could never tire of this song.

  • @utprabhyaduvanshi8588
    @utprabhyaduvanshi8588 Před 5 lety +5

    "i've seen a ocean run away" oh my god

  • @anthonycats8737
    @anthonycats8737 Před 7 lety +1

    Some of the most powerful imagery that you will ever see, plus the words to go along. His descriptive abilities are out of this world...

  • @wtf12640
    @wtf12640 Před 4 lety +18

    Beautiful song. The message is more relevant than ever in 2020 #BLM🙏🏽❤✊🏾

  • @ShavonnaS
    @ShavonnaS Před 7 lety +11

    Sad song! Can't stop listening to it though! 😢😢😢

  • @naturalqueenz9182
    @naturalqueenz9182 Před 7 lety +11

    without a tree you have no way to hang him... love it!!

  • @kaothoj
    @kaothoj Před 7 lety +7

    This is beautiful, the world needs more of this, and people like you! Thank you

  • @tanasiagilbert
    @tanasiagilbert Před 7 lety +1

    I really wish this song was out more.I have a good feeling it hopefully will because this song is to good for the world not to know.

  • @humanbeing3337
    @humanbeing3337 Před 4 lety +1

    Got snagged by this melody a few months back - understood the lyric “rope around my head” thought it was a suicide theme - every time it played randomly on the music feed - it stopped me in my tracks and cried turn up the volume. Decided to give money for it. Then watched the vid. Cannot watch without tears streaming - hits a deep place of shame. Thank you songwriter for reaching in, gripping every heart string and plucking the pain there. May abundant blessings be yours Artist.

  • @cassandrabrown3291
    @cassandrabrown3291 Před 7 lety +3

    I seriously put this song on replay in my car. LOVE his voice!

  • @chrisloveulysse6089
    @chrisloveulysse6089 Před 7 lety +1

    I love this because not only are the cutting the root of the problem (the tree) them cutting down that tree won't save the one man already hanging but it will save future black men from being hung at that same tree. Beautiful, I wasn't at school I'd be crying #blacklivesmatter

  • @ozkarwinter8124
    @ozkarwinter8124 Před 7 lety +264

    Shade room brought me here

  • @solomonbomar3753
    @solomonbomar3753 Před 7 lety +3

    Your voice has the power to speak straight to the soul! Please continue to make REAL music!

  • @bunnyboo3690
    @bunnyboo3690 Před 7 lety +17

    This is so powerful. I love this.

  • @shadirayork96
    @shadirayork96 Před 7 lety +5

    I was patiently waiting for you to perform on some big time tv show and tonight you finally did!!! Literally just watched you perform on Jimmy Fallon.

  • @johneydepp7652
    @johneydepp7652 Před 4 lety +1

    Not gonna lie. It made me cry.

  • @sanjas.8889
    @sanjas.8889 Před 4 lety +3

    Cobi ❤️❤️

  • @user-do6wb1vf4v
    @user-do6wb1vf4v Před 7 lety +1

    when I heard this song for the first time, I can't but be impressed

  • @ghostheart7148
    @ghostheart7148 Před 4 lety +2

    This Video has life's learning, , 2019, Music can speak Volumes, True Love is a gift not many own ❤

  • @praysgirl
    @praysgirl Před 6 lety +1

    In love with this song, for my Mama. She always said don't cry for me when I'm gone ❤️❤️❤️

  • @fiorellamartello
    @fiorellamartello Před 7 lety +1

    His voice pierced my soul.

  • @flipquick2346
    @flipquick2346 Před 7 lety +1

    why is this not on every radio station

  • @kingstonleigh3366
    @kingstonleigh3366 Před 2 lety +2

    i only discovered this song today, and after playing it on repeat for the last two hours on pandora, decided to pull it up on youtube. and let me just say, thank fuck i did, because i felt that shit

    • @cobimusic
      @cobimusic  Před 2 lety +2

      Check out my new music too!

  • @1Tibs1
    @1Tibs1 Před rokem

    You did such an amazing song expressing it just the way it was meant to be. I pray they chop that tree down for the man this song was written for.

  • @adiajames2604
    @adiajames2604 Před 7 lety

    The ShadeRoom bought me here and this was truly needed. bought me to tears.

  • @summerwhittaker6623
    @summerwhittaker6623 Před 7 lety +6

    God this is so underrated

  • @cantnv1
    @cantnv1 Před 7 lety +1

    WOW, that was intense, so beautiful, I'm at a loss for words!

  • @imageoflife3728
    @imageoflife3728 Před 7 lety +3

    how does this not have like 10 mil views?

  • @alyssam1419
    @alyssam1419 Před 7 lety +1

    I first heard this on the Hozier heart radio station and instantly fell in love with it

  • @justicemcknight7834
    @justicemcknight7834 Před 7 lety +3

    Should have millions of views so underrated

  • @briananwalker
    @briananwalker Před 7 lety +2

    This left me speechless. Amazing. Just amazing.

  • @MsPudding96
    @MsPudding96 Před 7 lety

    This video made me cry. The symbols and the metaphors were amazing.

  • @theAnnacather
    @theAnnacather Před 6 lety +1

    Cobi- I have heard your soulful voice echo between mountains, in the deepest of forests, on the widest oceans and in all cities all over the globe......... And now I have finally found you! ♥️ God bless you

  • @Mshello346
    @Mshello346 Před 7 lety

    POWERFUL! Heroic! Courageous! Love.......just love, and desire for humanity and unity. I'm proud. Thank you. ✊🏾🙌🏾

  • @janesmith5627
    @janesmith5627 Před 7 lety

    Deep! Great message, and Cobi has a great voice. Thanks to the Shade Room for putting me on.

  • @MvMustangs32
    @MvMustangs32 Před 3 lety +1

    Bro you say a lot in your songs. True angel.

  • @rmarojas3
    @rmarojas3 Před 6 lety +2

    Hell yeah country sht go fishing in lake with this song man 😃

  • @katherinecannon9284
    @katherinecannon9284 Před 7 lety +2

    this made me cry, I love Cobi and how his music and voice can touch people

  • @gronkitadronkooto6966
    @gronkitadronkooto6966 Před 7 lety +3

    I've been looking for an artist with a sound like Hozier and I found you. This makes my heart so happy. I hope you continue to make music in the same style- gospel, with gospel chorus, macabre themes, and so, so full of soul.
    Thank you for your contributions to the music world.

  • @MichelleReneeMusic
    @MichelleReneeMusic Před 7 lety +5

    Wow!!! Such a touching video and song... really pulls at the heartstrings! Powerful

  • @pinkeedoo
    @pinkeedoo Před 6 lety +1

    He has the most beautiful voice I've ever heard he touched me so much

  • @tigerted100
    @tigerted100 Před rokem +1

    The most powerful music video I’ve ever seen. Resonates truth . Cobi, your voice alone can make things better for humanity.

  • @TodBerlowe
    @TodBerlowe Před 5 lety +1

    I heard you on the Srimati podcast. You're music is a blessing. Thank you.

  • @profitdamonsta4622
    @profitdamonsta4622 Před 7 lety +3

    This was definitely a powerful video and song blessings to you my friend

  • @DaiDaiHustla
    @DaiDaiHustla Před 7 lety +21

    Here before it gets millions of views

  • @mlee6136
    @mlee6136 Před 5 lety

    Cobi in above & beyond acoustic brought me here, huge potential Cobi......

  • @curiousmaja
    @curiousmaja Před 7 lety +7

    Shade room brought you to my attention and I had to say I LOVE IT. You gained a fan for your video and the song plus you have an amazing voice.

  • @QuanKiyawna
    @QuanKiyawna Před 7 lety +2

    Beautiful message! Together, We can ALL CHOP that TREE down! I heard about this video/song from THE SHADE ROOM!

  • @ziyanda_theartist
    @ziyanda_theartist Před 4 lety +1

    This video gave me chills~~

  • @dlhowardart1785
    @dlhowardart1785 Před 4 lety +1

    Still makes me cry, beautiful vocal dynamics

  • @princ3sssEr3nity
    @princ3sssEr3nity Před 7 lety +4

    Such a powerful message delivered by a powerful voice ❤️

  • @CatCmdr
    @CatCmdr Před 4 lety +3

    This is Wonder-full!! Your voice is So strong and clear...You are wise to choose songs that are as Strong and Clear as your voice! Keep producing these!! ✌️💜

  • @cmtd65
    @cmtd65 Před 7 lety +7

    The production on this track is killer!

  • @justinbrewer925
    @justinbrewer925 Před 6 lety +2

    How the fuck does this only have 1 Millie? This let’s me know that most people are only waiting for others to approve of what they do and not just do what they wanna do!

  • @jonnywatts2970
    @jonnywatts2970 Před 2 lety

    I've loved this song for a long time and for the first time the true physical meaning of the chorus really hit me. Your words are worth nothing. Either cut this tree down and hold me up from beneath or save your breath.

  • @nikiwallacehutton3887
    @nikiwallacehutton3887 Před 6 lety

    The song is catchy, it brings a good message, and Cobi has amazing talent. I believe in time, this song has the potential to become famous. Who else agrees?

  • @mkyiaboyd9524
    @mkyiaboyd9524 Před 7 lety +89

    He is a mix between Hozier and Aloe Blacc

  • @BJ2046
    @BJ2046 Před 7 lety +1

    Beautiful, deep, powerful, sad, oh such an injustice ...LOVE your voice -- suit the song perfectly!!

  • @JessicaPradoHanson
    @JessicaPradoHanson Před 7 lety +2

    Jake I am just blown away by this!! Congratulations on completing such an amazing, darkly beautiful piece of art. I love the raw production style of the vox and the style of the video. Amazing!!!!

  • @maddiefish1569
    @maddiefish1569 Před 7 lety +1

    Did my solo dance to this song and got 5 stars every time I performed it ❤️

  • @oldaxehead655
    @oldaxehead655 Před 5 lety +1

    Wow what a song and video. I'm shocked this doesn't have a lot more views.