Bright Eyes - Persona Non Grata (Lyric Video)

"Persona Non Grata” by Bright Eyes out now on Dead Oceans.

Directed and animated by Emily Scaife

“Persona Non Grata” features Conor Oberst (vocal, piano), Mike Mogis (bajo sexto), Nathaniel Walcott (Hammond organ, electric piano), Macey Taylor (bass), Jon Theodore (drums, percussion), Joe Todero (bagpipes), Malcolm Wilbur (bagpipes), Joe Fuchs (bagpipes), and Susan Sanchez (vocals). It is produced by Bright Eyes, engineered by Mike Mogis with assistance from Adam Roberts. Mixing by Mike Mogis. Mastering by Bob Ludwig.

[ghost_in_the_robot]

Edit: After watching the new Bob Dylan movie, I’m convinced even more. Conor was born ahead of his time.

Conor Oberst is the best songwriter of this century. ABSOLUTE LEGEND!!!

[HAMBONE]

when you need something for when you're cooped up in your room, and isolated from everyone, whether against your will or not, Bright Eyes will always be there for you. Thank you, Conor.

[oveatutk]

Feeling nostalgic and searched "Bright Eyes." Found new music and couldn't be happier!

[AlejandroPereda]

Am I the only one who feels a "LIFTED" vibe? I mean, the arrengements and everything just seems like out of that pre-IWAIM/DAIADU era. Excellent song.

[chrisfent]

Some of us have no one at all. For some of us it lasts decades.

[juliawright]

I'm crying. I can't believe you're back.

[irvynestanoff]

This makes me think of when my dear son saw your in Tempe off the Casadega record with the 12 piece ensemble at Tempe Town Lake. You have helped my son so much with his Manic Depression. We truly adore and love

[StevenEatsAlone]

Honored to have grown up with your music. Timeless

[erichmoore]

Thank you guys for coming back! You never disappoint!

[LeahInAnotherLife]

Goodness gracious Conor,
your timing is always impeccable.
Much love to all dragging themselves through these days.. and nights 💚🌍💚🌏💚🌎

[ChainfirePhantom]

So blessed to have grown up on this music, now hearing it a decade later it still rocks my soul. ❤️

[ZnHolEminD]

Such a beaUtiful piece of displaced air, the bagpiPes sure push their weight.

[Kieap]

Am I dreaming!!! I've been waiting for so long! I am so filled with nostalgia from your voice! Drifting in the ocean!!!

[awhl.]

I'm so glad I discovered this band on Spotify - hands down one of the best songs of the year.

[echopryme]

I TRIED, as an old punk rock dude, to stay away from this 'hipster bullshit' as long as I could....

And then I heard THIS!!!

ITS UNDENIABLY GREAT! 😎💯

[sarapedrazzi]

I'm so excited that you've putted an italian phrase in the text 😍 (i'm italian)

[LeonardoUlhoa]

Getting dressed for a date
Put on blue aftershave
Wore a kilt like a Celt
Hid the way that I felt
Combat boots, fallen leaves
West village halloween
To a Bollywood song
Taking shots 'til we're gone
Unwelcome in the autumn
Persona non grata
I'm the last of the best
I'm your thoughts in the swamp
There's a playground of children
In the shadows of buildings
There's a line out the church
Where your homelessness works
Where the stain glass of crimson
Meets Ezekiel's visions
Saw a valley of bones
Where no man shall be saved

And now you, you come to me, asking that
And now you, you come to me, and you're asking that
Oh how can we reconcile?

Left your innocence there
In Tiananmen Square
You were filled with despair
Underfed and depressed
Vacant lot where a prison stood
God knows you never would
Lie to yourself
But you do every time
Made a life of deception
And passive aggression
Going to scream when i sing
Going to die in the ring
Turn me on
You're a knockout
Climb up on to my cloud
D your worst to me now
Before I change my mind

And now you, you want to be true, to me once again
And you want me to be true, to you once again
Oh yeah you, you want to be true, to me once again
And you want me to be true, to you once again

[alexavila]

Good song, plus they sent their solidarity via their website!
I'm enjoying it now, & plan on sending them my independence as soon as I'm done!

[stewarttaggart]

Still got fingers crossed for seeing you in Glasgow in September, stay safe

[Tiles]

I love you so much Conor, Mike and Nate. You guys make the most amazing music. Love your longest fan.