Ne-Yo: Tiny Desk Concert
Summary
TLDRThe video script captures a dynamic and emotional live performance by the artist Neo, who engages the audience with a mix of music and personal storytelling. The artist shares songs that reflect on love, addiction, heartbreak, and self-improvement. Highlights include a song about the struggle with love songs after a breakup, a dedication to an independent woman, and a new song titled 'Two Million Secrets,' where Neo confesses his mistakes and seeks redemption. The performance is supported by a talented band, with special shout-outs to the background singers and band members. The atmosphere is electric, filled with music, applause, and a sense of connection between the artist and the audience.
Takeaways
- ๐ต The artist expresses a struggle with addiction and the conflict between fantasy and reality in their music.
- ๐ค The lyrics convey a sense of self-awareness about having a problem and the difficulty in overcoming it.
- ๐ The artist describes heartbreak and the pain of hearing a former lover's voice only through an answering machine.
- ๐ซ There's a strong message of moving on from a relationship and refusing to let love songs or memories bring them down.
- ๐ถ The performance includes a song that is very special to the artist, which may have introduced them to the audience.
- ๐ The artist appreciates the audience's support and interaction, encouraging them to sing along or simply listen.
- ๐ Shout-outs are given to other artists like Rihanna, showing respect and admiration for their work.
- ๐ค The song lyrics question why someone would stay in a hurtful relationship despite the evidence of deceit.
- ๐ A message of offering love, loyalty, and protection is present, suggesting the artist's desire to be a better partner.
- ๐ The artist talks about the end of a relationship and the frustration of dealing with an ex-partner's belongings.
- ๐ The song 'Two Million Secrets' is a confession about the artist's mistakes and the impact they've had on a relationship.
- ๐ฉโ๐ผ A dedication to independent women is made, highlighting the artist's admiration for women who are self-sufficient yet desire a partner.
- ๐ผ The artist introduces the band members, showing appreciation for their contributions to the performance.
Q & A
What is the theme of the song that the artist describes as 'very special' to them?
-The song is about the artist's personal journey and struggle with addiction, reflecting on the blurred lines between fantasy and reality.
Why does the artist feel the need to change their answering machine message?
-The artist wants to change the message because it still implies a relationship with a person who has left, and it's the only way they can still hear that person's voice.
What is the artist's emotional state regarding love songs after a breakup?
-The artist is tired of love songs and being constantly reminded of their past relationship, leading to feelings of sadness and frustration.
How does the artist describe their feelings towards the woman who makes the hairs on the back of their neck stand up?
-The artist is deeply attracted to her and feels a strong desire to cover her with love, indicating a powerful emotional and physical connection.
What is the message the artist is trying to convey in the song 'If I Was Your Man'?
-The song expresses regret and a promise to be a better partner, emphasizing commitment, loyalty, and the desire to provide good love and protection.
What is the title of the new song the artist introduces towards the end of the script?
-The title of the new song is 'Two Million Secrets', which is a confession about the artist's past mistakes and the consequences they face.
How does the artist express their remorse in 'Two Million Secrets'?
-The artist admits to their wrongdoings, acknowledges the pain they've caused, and expresses genuine remorse through increased drinking and smoking as coping mechanisms.
What is the significance of the 'independent woman' in the artist's narrative?
-The independent woman represents a figure of admiration and respect for the artist, symbolizing strength, self-sufficiency, and a desirable partner who is not overly reliant on others.
Why does the artist dedicate a song to the 'independent woman'?
-The artist dedicates a song to the independent woman to celebrate her qualities of self-reliance and strength, which the artist finds attractive and inspiring.
What is the name of the band's newest member introduced by the artist?
-The newest member of the band is named Madison, who plays the heart in the band's lineup.
How does the artist describe their relationship with the audience during the performance?
-The artist expresses gratitude and a sense of connection with the audience, inviting them to sing along, listen, and share in the emotional journey of the songs.
Outlines
๐ถ Emotional Struggles and Addiction
The first paragraph introduces a song that reflects the artist's personal struggles with addiction and the blurred line between fantasy and reality. The lyrics express a deep desire and the internal conflict of knowing there's a problem but doubting the ability to quit. The artist also acknowledges the powerful influence of a loved one, who has become an 'addiction.' The paragraph concludes with an energetic bridge section that emphasizes the theme of being 'taken over' by the subject of the song.
๐ต Heartache and Moving On
The second paragraph delves into the feelings of heartache and the process of moving on from a relationship. The artist talks about being tired of love songs and the sadness they bring, expressing a desire to stop the cycle of crying over a lost love. There's a sense of empowerment in deciding to let go and no longer being held back by the past. The paragraph ends with a transition into a live performance setting, where the artist shares their journey through songwriting and invites the audience to engage with lesser-known songs.
๐ค Loyalty and the Quest for Love
The third paragraph is about the confusion and pain that comes from being in a one-sided relationship. The artist questions why someone would stay despite the clear signs of deceit and hurt. It's a plea for genuine love and treatment, offering a promise of commitment and care. The artist emphasizes the value of a partner who deserves better and offers a new start, advocating for a relationship built on trust, love, and protection.
๐ต Redemption and Acceptance
The fourth paragraph focuses on the theme of mistakes, redemption, and self-acceptance. It's a confessional song where the artist admits to their wrongdoings and the consequences they face as a result. The lyrics reveal a deep sense of regret and the impact of the artist's actions on their relationship. There's an acknowledgment of the hurt caused and a plea for understanding, despite the pain inflicted. The paragraph ends with a dedication to independent women, celebrating their strength and self-sufficiency.
๐ผ Band Introduction and Closing Remarks
The final paragraph serves as a closing to the performance, where the artist introduces the band members one by one, showing appreciation for their contributions. There's a light-hearted moment where the artist jokingly refers to one of the band members as 'ham Hawks' before correcting himself. The artist expresses gratitude to the audience for their support and ends the performance on a positive note, highlighting the love for a strong, independent woman.
Mindmap
Keywords
๐กAddiction
๐กFantasy vs. Reality
๐กSelf-awareness
๐กLove Songs
๐กIndependence
๐กRedemption
๐กSecrets
๐กGrowth
๐กHeartbreak
๐กApplause
๐กDedication
Highlights
The artist discusses the theme of addiction in their music, reflecting on the struggle between fantasy and reality.
They acknowledge having a problem and not knowing what to do about it, expressing self-doubt.
The lyrics convey the strong emotional connection and dependency that has developed in a relationship.
The artist shares their personal journey and growth, which has influenced their songwriting.
A song is described as being very special to the artist, possibly an early introduction to their work.
The artist talks about changing their answering machine message after a breakup, symbolizing a need to move on.
They express frustration with love songs and the sadness they bring after a relationship ends.
The lyrics describe the intense physical reaction the artist has to their love interest.
The artist sings about the desire to protect and provide for their partner, showcasing a caring side.
There is a focus on the theme of independence in relationships, particularly valuing a partner who is self-sufficient.
The artist discusses the pain of being hurt and the difficulty of knowing when to leave a relationship.
They make a plea to be given a chance to love and cherish their partner, promising to treat them well.
The artist shares a new song about owning up to one's mistakes and seeking redemption.
Lyrics reveal the artist's guilt and regret over their actions that have hurt a loved one.
The songwriting process is described as a form of confession, allowing the artist to express their inner turmoil.
The artist thanks the audience and introduces the band members, highlighting the collaborative nature of their performances.
A dedication is made to independent women, celebrating their strength and self-sufficiency.
Transcripts
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it
hey
hey yeah come on now hey let's
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go you but I can't I love the way it
feels just got me stuck between my
fantasy and what is real I need it when
I want it I want it when I don't tell
myself I'll stop every day knowing that
I want I got a problem and I don't know
what to do about it even if I did I
don't know if I will quit but I doubt it
I hey taken by the thought of
it hey said I know this much is true
baby you and become my
addiction I'm so strong I on you I can
barely
move but I like it said and it's all
because of you
all all be of
you and it's all be of
you come on never
enough take him to the bridge come
on R
down over you you
you you you you you you you
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you because to you Bab
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hey never
get this she's a sweet
[Music]
[Applause]
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yes
sir all right all right all right all
right
ah welcome to Tiny dusk
[Applause]
everybody so uh this next song is very
very special to
me uh this has been dub the song that
started at all this might have been some
of y'all's first introduction to me as
an
artist um
yeah
man I think uh I think it's pretty
self-explanatory I I don't think I got
to talk too much in regards to
[Music]
this let's go
[Music]
oh yeah yeah yeah
yeah I got to change my answering
machine now that I'm alone cuz right now
it says that we can't come to the phone
and I know it makes no sense cuz you
walked out the door but it's the only
way I hear your voice
[Music]
yeah it's been months for some reason I
just over said and I'm stronger than the
yeah enough is enough no more walking
around my head down I'm so over being
blue crying over you and I'm so sick of
love songs so tired of Tears so done
with wish you still said I'm so sick of
love songs so sad andow so why can I
turn off the
[Music]
radio leave me alone leave me
alone don't make me think about her
smile having my child I'm Letting
Go Turn
the r
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tears
sick said I'm so sick
of so TI of Jes
[Music]
I'm I turn off the
[Music]
radio why can't I turn off the
[Music]
radio a dedication to my sexy
love so
sexy ooh
hey oh yeah let's go she makes the hairs
on the back of my next stand
up just one
touch and i e up like a V can't no when
cover her with my love baby girl you
make me
say said then I just can't think hey
anything else I'd rather do I hear you
sing sing my name the way you do we do
what we do the we
do baby girl you make me
sa let's go let's
gox the you do oh
baby me back to you oh
baby love to you
say baby girl you know you're
M oh baby what we do it make
us to keep until it goes back
down said I don't what I do if I would
lose your touch that's why I'm always
keeping you
around myx
think you do
baby rning back to you running back to
you I
love know
your she makes the hair on the back of
my neck stand up baby just one
thank
you
right
cab okay sweating like a ho in church
all right
um did it on Saturday asking for
forgiveness Sunday
okay all right all
right thank you thank you thank you
thank you
[Music]
so uh I've written a couple songs since
I've been doing this
thing uh some of them you may
know matter of fact I think I want to
jump into some of the ones that I've
written that you may or may not know if
you do know them please feel free to
sing along if not just sit back and
listen I'mma I'mma take some of the
heavy lifting off of myself and pass it
to some of these amazing background
singers over
here you ready one 2 3 Let's Go
[Music]
how about a round of appuse
hey
yeah stand
ination
wo yeah yeah yeah yeah come on y'all
let's go you look so dumb right now hey
hey standing outside my
house trying to
apologize you're so ugly when you cry
please just cut it
out don't tell me you're sorry cuz
you're
not BBE when I know you're only sorry
you
got well you put on qu a show
really had me
going to go curtain finally
closing that was quite a
show very
entertaining it's over now but it's over
now go on and
take go on and take
[Music]
hey thank you
[Music]
[Applause]
Pamela shout out to the incomparable
Rihanna wherever she is on the face of
the
plane all right let's get into another
one let's see how well y'all know y'all
Neo in here here we
go baby I just don't get it do you enjoy
being hurt I know you smell the perfume
to the makeup on shirt you don't believe
his stories now you know that there are
lies bad as you are you stick around and
I just don't know why If I Was Your Man
baby you never worry about what I do
I'll be coming home back to you every
night doing you right that type of woman
deserves good things F full of do hand
full of rings baby you're AAR I just
want to show you you are you should let
me love you let me be the one to give
you everything you want and need baby
good love and
prote make me your selection show you
the way love suppos to be baby you
should let
me you deserve girl do you deserve
should be together
baby me and you
what so can we make this thing us baby
you should let me love you let me be the
one to give you everything you want and
need good love and
prot make me your sele show you the way
love suppos to be b b let me love you
let baby let me be the one to
give everything you
[Music]
need baby you should let me love
you yeah yeah
[Music]
[Applause]
Mar got one more for you let's
go
[Music]
hey
heyne to the to the everything you in
the box to the in the closet that's my
stuff yes if I it then please don't
touch talking that mess that's fine but
could you walk and talk at the same time
man it's my name that's on that come up
your back while I call you a c standing
in the front yard telling me how I'm
such a fool talking about I'll never
ever find a man like you you got
[Applause]
[Music]
me must not know about me I can find
another you in a minute matter of fact
he'll me
in a
minute you me you know
me you f tomorrow don't you ever for a
second get to thinking you're in a place
[Applause]
[Music]
y'all show your love one more time for
Courtney and
Pamela and of course Brian
doing I call him them ham Hawks I'm
thinking I'm looking for another name I
call him the ham Hawks right now Neo and
the ham hock that's that's it'll
work all right all right all right um
this next song I want to do for y'all is
a is a new song it is uh this this song
took a little bit of growth on my part
to even write uh even more to sing uh
this song is basically about owning your
that's the best way I can put it uh
nobody is above mistakes nobody is above
Redemption and uh yeah you you you do
better and you keep pushing so uh
without further Ado ladies and gentlemen
this song is called two million
Secrets let's
[Music]
go this song is not a
song this song is a confession
have you
ever ever got
CAU talking blood red-handed damn I
ain't as smooth as I thought type
talking each and every single lie
everyone that you told played out on the
phone that she found in your back in a
couple of graphic
videos she saw it all she saw things she
can't un
see no
I could deny that it was me it was me so
now I'm drinking a little more frequent
smoking a little more
LEL I kept two million secrets she got
every reason to ha me cuz I played with
her
heart she got every reason to ha me and
it's tearing me up high cuz she got
every reason so now I'm drinking a
little more frequent I'm smoking a
little more
lately I kept 2 million secrets she got
every reason to hate me I don't blame
you for hating
me she got every reason to hate me I
don't blame you for
ha but how you going to act like I
wasn't someone you could run to someone
you could run to said all you had to do
was tell me what you wanted you know I
was going to come through
your
asz I had a c INR down to give me what I
couldn't get from you that ain't an
excuse I made a
promise and then I hurt you I'm really
sorry to be honest for once I know this
is difficult to work through and that's
why
I drinking a little more frequent
smoking a little more
[Music]
I kept two million secrets she got every
reason to hate me cuz I play with
her she got every reason they ha me and
it's tearing me
up she got every reason so now I'm
drinking a little more frequent smoking
a little more L I kept two million
secrets she got every reason to hate me
I don't blame you for hating
me got every reason to ha me I don't
blame you for hating
[Music]
me thank
you okay and Now ladies and gentlemen
hey a dedication to my favorite kind of
woman the independent woman let's go hey
you
[Music]
you it's something about just something
about the way she
move I can't figure it out something
about she know the words hey it's
something about kind of woman that want
you but don't need you hey I can't
figure it out something
about I said cuz you I like the boss I
like the boss man Nails set the
P she
littley she move like a boss do what
balls do she got me thinking about
getting invol involv see that's the kind
of girl I need anybody know the words
she got her own thing that's why I love
her
[Music]
miss you come a little
time she got her
own that's why I love
that
inde of everything to say don't worry I
got it I
got and everything she got best believe
she bought bought wo she going to steal
my heart ain't no about it you're
everything I
need
[Applause]
everything she got
her that's why I
shend that's why
[Music]
[Applause]
I ladies and
gentlemen this has been tiny desk I have
been Neo for quite some time now and I'm
still Neo I want to take this
opportunity to introduce y'all to the
band on Basse we got my man
Justin on Keys we got my man Monty back
here I'm drunk you got my man
Pudge please give it up for my ham Hawks
over here we
[Music]
[Applause]
got I'm
sorry Courtney I'm sorry my bad
and on heart we have the lovely I don't
want to mess your name baby wait a
minute Madison
[Applause]
C Madison is the newest member of the
band don't judge
me thank you all for coming I appreciate
y'all you ain't got to go
home you get peace of love everybody
[Music]
I got to forget the leader of my damn
band
R I told you I was
nervous thank you all Peace
[Music]
Love yeah yeah
that's why I love her
this you come and spend little time
she's got her
own that's why I love
[Applause]
w
[Applause]
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