Somebody that I use to know
@CaptAlbertWhisker (32507)
Calgary, Alberta
May 26, 2012 6:23pm CST
Its really nice that this era some indipendent artists were able to hit the charts, Ever since Sony got sued for their payola cheating schemes, I had noticed that many Independent artist are starting to prosper. Indie artist who is not a puppet of a controlling producer.
Seeing a Belgian Australian Indie singer at the top of the US charts is really amazing.I really think many people can relate to Somebody that I use to know because its a powerful break up song.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UVNT4wvIGY
this song have 226,679,574 views in youtube..... I cant believe this song still not yet popular in my country. first time in 8 years that I like the number song in billboard.
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@CarlHalling (3617)
• United Kingdom
27 May 12
I only listened to New Zealand singer-songwriter Kimbra's music for the first time a few days ago, and really enjoyed her songs, and think I saw Gotye's face while I was checking out her videos. Wow, this song, "Somebody That I used to Know" is absolutely stunningly gorgeous, I love it. is it me or does Gotye sound a little like our own Sting? But only a little; he has an amazing voice. I want to listen to more. Thank you for introducing me; I am impressed!
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@CarlHalling (3617)
• United Kingdom
27 May 12
What I've heard of her music is incredibly good; she is one deeply gifted young woman. This is a pretty healthy age for singer-songwriters; so much musical talent about.
@jamborieman (563)
• Philippines
27 May 12
About the singer kimbra.. I've never heard of her actually. But she seems pretty legit to me when i heard her part here!
@CaptAlbertWhisker (32507)
• Calgary, Alberta
27 May 12
speaking of Kimbra, she is now charting in the US, people remembered her small participation on this song, tried to search her own music and the rest is history.
@girl_thinking (1959)
• Philippines
27 May 12
I love this song! It is played in our fm. Listen to RT. They play good indie bands. There are lots of Indie bands that are at par even better than the well-known pop artists of today. I just type "Indie songs" in youtube search bar and I am given lots of options! Most of them I love! 
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@CaptAlbertWhisker (32507)
• Calgary, Alberta
27 May 12
I can suggest some other Indie artist I know if you like.
@CaptAlbertWhisker (32507)
• Calgary, Alberta
29 May 12
these are some good Indie artist i can suggest, They were still struggling but given the exposure I think they will be huge cos their music is good.Based on your taste you dont like depressing songs, So I know some artist that I can suggest.
The first one I will suggest would be florez. they perfectly mixed Jazz and rock.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3QJ_yWApj8
http://www.myspace.com/florez
Imogen Heap- she sings with this mystical and celtic style of singing. One of her songs were butchered by that *^%$& Jason Derullo.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAKh26bfkpw
@girl_thinking (1959)
• Philippines
28 May 12
Yeah, that would be nice! So far I've listened to Kate Nash and her Merry Happy is also upbeat happy song!
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@jamborieman (563)
• Philippines
27 May 12
Hey YOH! my friend! great discussion!
Like you I really liek the song! really sense a lot of feelings into it.
It's really catchy too. I've liked it the first time i heard it on the radio and I even hurriedly ask my dad if the band is from the 80's or something...
But they seem to be really really new!
They deserve the hits so much. just imagine 200million hits..
Thank you gotye for giving life to the genre's of the 80's back up again! Legit song this is!
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@CaptAlbertWhisker (32507)
• Calgary, Alberta
27 May 12
Its actually not a band, Gotye is an indie singer, an underground artist, there are many great indie artist and Gotye is very lucky to be noticed.... he deserved the luck though. Gotye is born in 1980 and started his career in Australia during 2001. so his succcess is hardwork and perseverance, he didnt gave up. In a small budget he makes this massive song.
@LetranKnight25 (33121)
• Philippines
27 May 12
Hello CaptainAlbert, Not bad and this is the first time i have seen this video. I am so glad that there is some one like you that take notice of the musics that are contrary to WEstern or Korean type of Music genre's. it's what i hate about being US so powerful is that they're music has penetrated our market in asia that we don't even see music in russia, except the one i saw before. thanks
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@CaptAlbertWhisker (32507)
• Calgary, Alberta
27 May 12
Indie is starting to make waves in the US because a certain company is not allowed to cheat the charts anymore ( I think they still cheat but its reduced)Our country have its Indie scene as well and I hope they can prosper over the generic americanized crap and gazillions of acoustic covers shoved in our throats now,
@lady1993 (27225)
• Philippines
27 May 12
Oh, i love this songs too- i have been singing it non stop for weeks. I've been loving Indie band these days..since hey sing better than others and they are unique too. I love "Florence And The Machine"(lead singer has amazing voice) and "Fun"(their songs are really fun and happy) too.
I've been loving Indie band these days..since hey sing better than others and they are unique too. I love "Florence And The Machine"(lead singer has amazing voice) and "Fun"(their songs are really fun and happy) too. 1 person likes this
@CaptAlbertWhisker (32507)
• Calgary, Alberta
27 May 12
the thing with Indie artist is that they write their own songs and they dont have the producers controlling them like puppets. then we are bombarded with autotune trash. basically their songs are labor of love. they do it for passion, not money
@CaptAlbertWhisker (32507)
• Calgary, Alberta
30 May 12
sadly a lot of people dont give them a chance just because people dont hear their songs on the radio. You know most people wanted to be spoon fed with their music instead of trying to find some good singers and artist.
@Cheraderama (1)
• United States
14 Jun 12
I actually heard the cover and parody of this song before I heard the original. The "Walk off the Earth" cover with 5 people on one guitar was the first version I saw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9NF2edxy-M
and then I saw the "The Key of Awesome" parody of the "Walk off the Earth" cover
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwPHy17Iu6E
This song really got attention after Ashton Kutcher and Katy Perry tweeted about the song.
@CaptAlbertWhisker (32507)
• Calgary, Alberta
15 Jun 12
so the reason it gets the attention it had is because of celebrity tweets. I guess twitter is now better than radio.
@CODYMAC (1356)
• San Diego, California
26 May 12
I like the song even though I have not had to worry about a break up. I think it is original, and it has made it BIG...Good for him...
I am going to be recording a few songs in a studio starting in 2 weeks 
I am excited and nervous!!! Wish me the best...
I am excited and nervous!!! Wish me the best...1 person likes this
@CaptAlbertWhisker (32507)
• Calgary, Alberta
27 May 12
typo correction: I cant believe I love the number 1 song in billboard, cos I hated them in the last 8 years. this song for sure inspired many indie artist. that they can have a successful career under their control.
good luck with your songs, who knows you are the next big thing.it took Gotye decades before he penetrated the US market.
@CaptAlbertWhisker (32507)
• Calgary, Alberta
17 Jun 16
I am sad that he is a one hit wonder in the US now. Americans abandoned him after 1 song.
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@CaptAlbertWhisker (32507)
• Calgary, Alberta
22 Jun 16
@Seowork1 I hope he gets to have a second big hit. I mean Kimbra managed to have American hits of her own.
@Seowork1 (31)
• Adelaide, Australia
21 Jun 16
@CaptAlbertWhisker Right? I have two of his cds, he is a great singer and has really great songs! Actually I came to know indie through him, and now I love indie lol
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