The Cooling | Reina del Cid

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9 жыл бұрын

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"The Cooling" recorded live at our favorite record store, Hymies Vintage Records in Minneapolis
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Thanks so much to string players Kate, Laura, Charles, and Blake for bringing this song to new heights with their beautiful artistry!
Directed by the extraordinarily talented Dan Huiting.
Thanks to Dave at Hymies for lending us your awesome space for the evening, and to Brad Matala for the onsite audio recording.
This song will be on our upcoming record, coming out this May. We're also submitting this to NPR's Tiny Desk contest, so wish us luck!
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Players featured:
Toni Lindgren - guitar
Zach Schmidt - drums
Kate Jarvis - violin
Laura De St Croix - violin
Charles Asch - cello
Blake Bonde - upright bass
Reina del Cid - vocals
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Lyrics to "The Cooling":
The first thing to go
it might surprise you to know
it's not the blood from the muscle
or the strength from the bone
Between you and me
it's the simplest thing
it's the warmth of the body
when the soul is at home
It's the heat
and you struggle to keep it inside
but it seems
it's stealing away in the night
-
When you first realized
that your body had died
you went to the tunnel
to wait there alone
And you stood there for days
but the light never came
so you took your poor body
and you walked it back home
Now you're popping some pills
oh to fight back the chill
and you're picking some flowers
to help with the stench
But no manner of blush
will be quite enough
to cover the pallor
that spreads 'cross your skin
and they said
that hell would be fire and smoke
but in the end
it's this cooling that scares you the most
-
There's a pretty young thing
with a pretty gold ring
and she talks to you every night
'cause she don't know you're dead
And you can't figure how
when you're walking through town
no one's noticed the knife
sticking out of your head
Now you're living in fear
that sometime this year
they will finally notice
that you're heart doesn't beat
And they'll dig you a grave
and they'll put you away
but you still won't be ready
you'll grow back like a weed
Like a weed
and you wonder what you're waiting for
'cause it seems
there's no honor in death anymore

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@girthydoinks 9 жыл бұрын

some say that our generation's music is unbearable but if you search for it you can find great music and this demonstrates that so well, love it

@jamesmathes3357 3 ай бұрын

always been the case, lol

@jonasgrumby420 2 жыл бұрын

"They said that Hell would be fire and smoke but in the end it's the cooling that scares you the most." Flawless. I had been revisiting this song a couple times a year but time does what it does and I let a few years go by without doing so. So glad I came back to it.. it's like a vitamin or mineral that I don't realize I'm deficient in until I hear it again. I cherish songs like that. Thanks, Reina.. I'll be back again.

@wytrabbyt 5 жыл бұрын

Perhaps the most significant young singer songwriter around at the moment !

@MotoLen51 2 жыл бұрын

And still the case in 2021.

@CaHulett 2 жыл бұрын

I'm 78, I've been following Reina dal Cid for many years - I can't remember how many. You're right, she is the most significant young singer, and with Toni the most unassuming, untarnished and talented musicians to bless the world.

@kimmolingonheimo Жыл бұрын

@@MotoLen51 and this song alone 2022!!! ( even Elvis Costello didnt collaborate with the Brodskies this young!!!) Actually( whatever that may ever/never imply), this BIG SONG ( with ingenious most lovely absurdy lyrics) in my humble experience is HIT MATERIAL,

@howardchasser9100 Жыл бұрын

....and in 2022!

@kdicus Жыл бұрын

…and in 2023!

@spntr1448 4 жыл бұрын

You bring back the innocent beautiful days of American music !!

@AlanKelly-nm9lx Ай бұрын

😊 when it wasn't jjjjews

@Unixilandia 3 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite Reina Del Cid original And that string section!!!!! Wow! Don't ask me how she does it, but Reina, Toni, & company keep topping perfection..... ❤️

@pgustunes 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely stunning on many levels; musically, lyrically, pace-timing-pause, letting it breath, such creative brilliance and Reina looks so perfectly beautiful, poised and in control of her art.

@arealamericanamerican3204 Жыл бұрын

Reina's lyrics are pure poetic genius

@orgi49 Жыл бұрын

heftig

@HareDeLune 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness, I'm glad I found this! Do a little digging in Reina's channel and you will find buried treasure, like this little gem!

@CCervido 3 жыл бұрын

I hardly ever heard such a profound and at the same time light-hearted song about death. Magnificent!

@louismoody7972 3 жыл бұрын

Is it really about death? Ain't it more about getting there, 'bout getting old?

@Filipgroesbaek Жыл бұрын

Dark, macabre, strangely beautiful. Poetic in the best sense. Lyrics like steel daggers. Orchestration & harmony that grabs you & won't let go. I'm amazed that Reina, Toni, & these other wonderful musicians aren't better known. Why doesn't 60 Minutes have a segment on artists like these?

@cannadan81 7 жыл бұрын

I asked my wife to have this song played at my funeral.... thank you for such a nice song....

@mr.jazzbodkelsey58 5 жыл бұрын

@Henry Mork Funerals are overrated 😜

@Kobor_Tamas 4 жыл бұрын

@@mr.jazzbodkelsey58 :D

@MorsDengse 4 жыл бұрын

So. Did it live up to your expectations?

@lovappy9188 4 жыл бұрын

They are bringing American culture back to the forefront. God Bless these young humble superstars

@johangreybe5552 4 жыл бұрын

bless you for saying it so well (from a 67 year old South African)

@Guinevere.625 3 жыл бұрын

Amen!

@buckfastbees 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely lovely, playing with a rhythm, pauses and quietness. The oldish style fits the music. A gem.

@gillygil8747 Жыл бұрын

They don't disappoint. The live shows are faithful to the music. Voice, instrumentals, production. These kids are the real deal.

@wrdlmbrt1956 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, what a beautiful well written song that tells a story! Beautiful voice , perfect arrangement and a beautiful young lady! In fact ... everyone in the video looked fantastic and did an awesome job! This one is definitely going on my Favorites list and downloaded! 👍👍🤠

@0guiteo 2 жыл бұрын

What a profound song - by these young people. I'm so impressed with Reina, Toni and all of the others who play on these KZfaq videos.

@RockinRandall420 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been playing the guitar since I was 12, I’m now 65. These young folks have pure talent! I just ❤listening to your music. It brings me back. Thanks. 😊

@TruePeaceLover24 8 жыл бұрын

I have been a fan of Reina since I was 12. Maybe younger. I am just so proud of everything she has become. No matter what you hear, there is NOTHING like this Cid. Keep inspiring me x

@housearrestband 5 жыл бұрын

Ive been a fan of Reina for a long time too ever since I stumbled across video she did called "the sound of you" ever since then I have always checked in to see what she has been doing and this latest stuff is so frickin good and Im so glad she is still coming up with such great writing and performing...keep up the great work Reina!!

@Unixilandia 3 жыл бұрын

I'm 70 and have eclectic musical tastes, & I'm totally convinced Ms. Reina, & Ms. Toni Lindgren & Friends are here to stay, and creating Beautiful Music for the ages.

@simplyjonmusic 9 жыл бұрын

It's rare to see a live performance done this well! Everything from the band's performance to the video direction - exceptional!

@OzTwanger 2 жыл бұрын

Great song, arrangement and production. Can’t get over good her songs are

@Lifeperfected 3 жыл бұрын

When Reina brings out the classical strings --- stand by to be amazed!

@Popeyes66 Жыл бұрын

Reina you are Ace. The combination of your fellow musician is a blessing for all whom witness your very gracious donations to your fellow humans ears and souls. My Loved ones are gone,but your music lives on . Thank You all so much. There is a God after all. I hear him thru y'all .

@SocietyofEnoch 2 жыл бұрын

This is such a masterful creation. Definitely one of my all time favorite songs.

@aidandurkan15 3 жыл бұрын

This is an amazing piece of writing and music. She should be front and center. Absolutely beautiful. Music is medicine too. So thank you for a wonderful song.

@johncardell2024 3 жыл бұрын

When you see & hear young men & women singing & playing with such compassion, it gives you hope in a crazy time like today's world. Keep making it a better place to be. The whole world needs & loves your music & devotion to the art. LOL.🤗🇺🇸🎶🎵🇺🇸

@doh09 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Reina for your beautiful song. Brings a lot of poetry out with few words.

@DavesCoverSongs 5 жыл бұрын

This is disturbing, compelling, and amazing.

@secondsun7727 5 жыл бұрын

That about some's it up.

@IsawU 4 жыл бұрын

Disturbing... Exactly my thought. Like what is going on, why do I kinda like it?

@robburcham6289 3 жыл бұрын

I first watched you way back when and I noticed what a brilliant lyricist you are with that ability to put rhymes within a line, imo that is your trademark.

@chadgrabner4136 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent, superbly creative lyrics, and the intruments fabulous. The vocalist orchestrated the whole thing wonderfully.

@michaeldark9406 Жыл бұрын

Quality song, love the variety of instruments, the rise and fall, the momentary silent pauses. Great songwriting.

@raycrouch2224 6 жыл бұрын

Just stumbled upon y'all! I'm 74 and in my last season here, and I have been completely enthralled by your honesty and depth! I thank Jesus for y'all and your generation and you'll be in my prayers.Not only for His Blessings throughout your lives, but that each of you somehow will find the rest and comfort found only in the blood! As for your anxieties Rachelle (and Toni), we all have them but if we believe His Truth and read Second Timothy 1:7 the peace that surpasses all understanding gives us strength and courage to face whatever confronts us! I love you already and I don't even know you........yet. God bless you all!! 👋

@w.wrightjackson8317 4 жыл бұрын

I know I just stumbled upon then today also and I'm 65, been a picker for 53 years and am a minister and certified addiction counselor and have third stage COPD, my not be my last season here on earth but not far from it. God bless you Ray

@PrateekJain-pi9jc 5 жыл бұрын

When I listen to this song I picture the old homeless man in the film groundhog day and what must be going through his mind as his life slowly leaves him. The homeless man died but his soul was stuck in limbo because there was no one to bury his body, he goes back to his dead body and tries to cover it with flowers to hide the stench and walks through town with a knife sticking out of his head (probably figuratively, since I feel he died of a chill, being homeless) and he worries that one day the people will find his dead body and bury him and this little "life" as a ghost that he has will be gone too. What a song, masterpiece truly!! Right up there with Mark knopfler's "the ragpickers dream"

@vprince1173 4 жыл бұрын

I was a big fan of yours, Reina, back in high schoolish years, when you were putting out little numbers like Edge of the Universe and the like. Seems your talent has aged like fine wine. Glad you are still out there creating!

@damianzoot8886 4 жыл бұрын

Everything Reina sings touches my heart ,and makes me cry such tears of joy Such a precious angel,,,thanks Reina del Cid,,,love from Damian Melbourne Australia

@timcooper5052 5 жыл бұрын

Just Beautiful, so much talent, Beautiful voice Reina

@fabriziomolinari7953 9 жыл бұрын

All those beautiful sounds, the violins, cellos, Viol, but nothing even compares with the sound of your soothing voice and even that doesn´t come close to the warmth from the music eminating from your heart!

@devc1957 3 жыл бұрын

Preciosa canción interpretada magistralmente por Reyna del Cid, el arreglo de cuerdas fantástico y de manera adicional Reyna luce preciosa. Saludos desde Leon, Mexico

@spcmegreg 9 жыл бұрын

I would still love to hear her sing at a higher volume. There's been a few videos where she's sung louder and I was like damn that's beautiful. It's just sometimes it seems like she singing like she's back trying not to disturb the neighbors. She's got a really pretty voice and I know it still sounds awesome louder too.

@rythymofalife 4 жыл бұрын

I found this group tonight,and I am a fan,big time,I am charmed at the brilliant simplicity,and the excellent musicianship.

@warwalker Жыл бұрын

This song is an absolute work of art, and the group absolutely nailed this performance. Well done, everybody. Holy smokes, I enjoyed that.

@SocietyofEnoch 9 жыл бұрын

This is an awesome piece. A significant maturing of your music and a return to many of the most lovable qualities of your early music. Looking forward to the album.

@brandoncauliflower9808 9 жыл бұрын

had this on repeat for the past 15 minutes. you guys are fire.

@ToddKuffnerMusic 9 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous. Can't wait for the new album. And if Reina ever comes to St. Louis, I'm coming out of retirement to try to convince her to sing with me.

@amedeofilippi6336 6 жыл бұрын

Beautiful song, beautiful voice.

@CP5699 5 жыл бұрын

Simply beautiful. Beautiful voice. Beautiful arrangement. Thanks to all of you. Just love it.

@lorenarios9461 Жыл бұрын

Finally ! A song in the correct vocal range for Reina!

@nasicots 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your songs, for the sincerity and emotion that you communicate when you sing, also your fantastic musicians.

@jmadar51 Жыл бұрын

You sang this song so well. You blew me away 😊

@dad5825 2 жыл бұрын

Just listened again, Reina, this is a phenomenal orchestration and lyrical masterpiece in my book. Heavens, this is good and simple enough for me to understand. Great work!

@dad5825 2 жыл бұрын

I'm just speechless. What an incredibly thoughtful, philosophical. sweetlly sad piece! Somehow related to the Halloween Ball in one of those unseen ways life has. Nothing quite like a waltz to give us a sense of trying to take flight, of lifting off like when your dreams allow you put out your arms and fly, but not quite. Profound and beautiful, so is this song. You're amazing. Wow!

@mandujanoannett 9 жыл бұрын

I could barely breath listening to this. GORGEOUS! what a beautiful mix of talent and quality. Blessings!

@leviwinger5658 5 жыл бұрын

Uugghh makes me wanna cry every time I sing the humming part! Such an amazing song! 😍 It!

@josephchitwood1374 8 жыл бұрын

I've always loved your music! Glad to see you're still making it.

@TheCookofthehouse 4 жыл бұрын

Can't help loving the songs you write! Thanks for such happy moments.

@lofr8982 5 жыл бұрын

Still gives me chills.

@Finding-nowhere 5 жыл бұрын

Reina is so dark lyrically in her original songs. I’m loving it.

@dbryanmills 4 жыл бұрын

Lyrics are absolute genius. Thank you :)

@maygonedgel6386 8 жыл бұрын

absolutely beautiful. I love the lyrics, the music, everything.

@albertopiedra7819 7 жыл бұрын

Impresionante!!! Que voz más suave, bonita, dulce, armoniosa y sensible. Me ha encantado descubrir Reina del Cid. So... just in one world..... WOW.

@leighadams2531 9 ай бұрын

Elle you always amaze me. Love this ditty. Keep going. We will always listen.😅😅😅

@DoRayMeFa 9 жыл бұрын

Yet another subtly brilliant song, rare in its choice of subject and absolutely unique in its sensibilities. Most people are shocked if they happen to create something brilliant, and then the shock paralyzes them. But you just keep churning 'em out, relentlessly. I echo much of sennheiserhd215's comments: I love the lack of overproduction.

@tonytoons9301 2 жыл бұрын

Dude, I just said exactly the same thing on another video. It's crazy this is not more popular.

@pauly921 7 жыл бұрын

Renia Del Cid I've started listening to you when you came out with come back over. I just rediscovered you recently and I absolutely love all your new songs keep up the good work and keep being you!

@MsCeegull 6 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite! Beautiful!

@tomt6040 8 жыл бұрын

Love this song! I'll be 66 tomorrow so I can identify with "The Cooling" as I get older. Keep it up Reina!

@keithwigley1256 8 жыл бұрын

So At 66 why are you still Alive?.. and who has given you permission ? You need to see me and my videos on youtube ? Log in to all of Albert Croaks music Videos ? And if you don't ? He is not some one to be messed about with ? Its up to you , See them ? or ..... Have you seen the film , The Good Fellows ? or Fellas ? What the heck ...?

@dlc630 6 жыл бұрын

Brilliant performance. The material is more than a little macabre.

@britnyank9002 3 жыл бұрын

I've heard this song a hundred times, but this is the first time watching it. Love it.

@backinblack1778 4 жыл бұрын

a cautionary tale indeed , haunting and yet somehow comforting in your sure hands .....I love it

@kiramoth2766 9 жыл бұрын

Watched this 5 times already, still as beautiful. The only think you want to feel when you listen to RdC is simply love.

@lauragek 9 жыл бұрын

WOW, all the qualities of your very first songs here on youtube, but now with the level of professionality of a whole band! It sounds really good Reina, and I can't wait to hear more!

@scottsharpe6667 7 жыл бұрын

What a well written and beautifully arranged song. The strings and unique topic remind me of Eleanor Rigby. Very poetic from start to finish.

@TheSnakeboy11 5 жыл бұрын

That's funny, it reminded me of America by S&G

@wesjackson25 4 жыл бұрын

This is one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard!

@lovappy9188 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic storytelling and healing for so many we cry for. Let Love and Reina del Cid help the heal,... bring new life.

@maizevagastien8399 3 жыл бұрын

Speaks to my soul

@w.wrightjackson8317 4 жыл бұрын

I've never heard this song before but I love it. Is it the bands song or yours or whatever. the words just simply got me. My second wife died from a brain tumor into the sixth month of our marriage. We didn't know she had it until two weeks before she passed away. Keep pickin and grinnin. God bless from Nashville, Tn

@paddywinklink7393 5 жыл бұрын

She, they were so young. Brilliant. Toni and Reina and the musicians...

@EE90EE 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this song. It really affected me for some strange reason. I've been a fan for years but never came across this. You should really be so proud of yourself (and Toni!) Everytime I watch one of your videos I think of your anxiety issues and for someone that deals with the same garbage, it really brings a smile to my face. Keep doing you Reina.

@elviejoinez 9 жыл бұрын

Love the lyrics. Reminds me very much of the Reina KZfaq was introduced to in what appears to be decades ago. Beautiful arrangement. Definitely a winner all the way around. Looking forward to the album.

@InsolubleAzure 9 жыл бұрын

This song is incredibly moving. Heartbreaking and beautiful. Looking forward to your album.

@Peter-xy2io 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I stumbled upon this - binging my way thru your vids and lovin' it all! Wind in your sails from me to you!

@LoveLife-wy8gt 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome voice Reina , be proud . Enjoy the journey for life goes by so fast .

@SuperTastyBeans 9 жыл бұрын

I loved it. The strings really brought out a whole new level of depth to an already emotionally charged song. Can't wait for the album release!

@terryfoster5567 4 жыл бұрын

How Wonderful!

@kirkbaddley7439 7 жыл бұрын

Whoa, these guys are outrageously good! I love 'em!

@adissius 9 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, great performance, and an inspiring, well-crafted song! What a pleasure it's been to have followed you all these years and see the music and talent continue to grow. God bless you guys...truly awesome!

@marcpayment Жыл бұрын

greatest song I heard for a long time....thank you for sharing your inner self! So much beautiful touching feelings.....

@JoshVanDerWood 9 жыл бұрын

Absolutely lovely, Reina, thank you.

@DarrenRayYagle 3 жыл бұрын

This song is sooo awesome! I saw this a while ago.. First time I cried in a long time. It helped me feel again. I love it😥

@stevestone6936 7 жыл бұрын

That's a killer song.

@leviwinger5658 Жыл бұрын

One of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard

@jacktinsley6181 4 жыл бұрын

With you and your group of musicians it appears that you put it out all on the line. Don't stop, don't think about it too much keep doing it for us.

@boriskogan666 4 ай бұрын

wow, that's morbid. perfectly matches my mood right now. thanks for this.

@maxwellmccarty8124 5 жыл бұрын

Loved hearing this in person at The Back Corner Cafe in Nashville, loved this just as much if not more. Looking forward to turning more people on to your great music...

@allanreid4935 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning!! This is my favourite song at the moment. Beautiful arrangement with the strings. I can't understand who in their right mind would give this a thumbs down!! WHAT'S NOT TO LIKE YOU NUMPTIES!!!!