Jones, Norah - Tragedy Lyrics






It's a tragedy,
it's a tragedy,
it's a tragedy,
it's a tragedy.

He was only twenty five,
had an open heart and tender mind,
he sang through all the hymns he knew,
he was searching for a higher sign,
when his water was turned to wine,
all the darkness became light.

Babies and a patient wife,
they just wouldn't have to keep him high,
so he gave them up just to fill his cup,
every sip would make him feel alive,
no bones in his body were dry.

It's a tragedy,
it's a tragedy,
it's a tragedy,
it's a tragedy.

Now he's finally come around,
he's got wrinkles and a crooked friend,
he holds back tears thinking of the years,
that the bottle had a long time down,
so he'd sit have another round,
singing hallelujah 'till it drowns.

It's a tragedy,
it's a tragedy,
it's a tragedy,
it's a tragedy.





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  1. B.... C....

    Eu tive o prazer o ouvir isso ao vivo aqui no Rio / RJ - Brasil! Sensacional!!!

  2. a.... s....

    Boring. One of the most overrated artists.

  3. P.... S....

    In love with this song and performance by Candice!!!!

  4. �.... �....

    The same girl in the clip of ”thinking about you” song??
    the same place also 😂 !!

  5. F.... P....

    Norah is perfect!

  6. P.... F....

    Wow, watching Candice skate is so moving, the perfect accompaniment.

  7. I.... r....

    Hot. Tragedy 22 Mei 2019 Indonesia people the last die and prisoner. Stupid

  8. K.... H....

    <3 Hermosa!

  9. H.... R....

    Such an awesome music and video, everytime i hear it just have to see this!!

  10. M.... F....

    So unfair that she don't get Grammy anymore

  11. G.... ....

    Epic collaboration.

  12. A.... ....

    Awesome!

  13. M.... F....

    this song + a hot cup of joe 🌸

  14. W.... W....

    I like it when the song tells a story.

  15. J.... P....

    Awesome, just plain awesome

  16. F.... B....

    bellissima

  17. C.... R....

    Norah Jones é um sonho acordado. O café da manhã!! Eu a amo...

  18. C.... R....

    Wonderful 👏👏👏👏

  19. G.... R....

    Inovative even with lyrics' video.

  20. F.... F....

    norah knows how to cleanse my ears

  21. K.... W....

    Technics cassette

    K.... W....

    Keith Winter Radio Shack sold the Realistic Clarinette 106. From the late 1970s. I may have had one.

  22. c.... ....

    this song, everytime.

  23. P.... C....

    Thus should be a number one song. It is so true.

  24. J.... J....

    Masterpiece!

  25. B.... J....

    For some reason I feel like I'm in a 50's Cafe listening to the jukebox, while listening to this song. It's so simple and relaxing. Love it.

  26. M.... L....

    the views counter reflects the time we live in now... sad

  27. J.... R....

    she seems mad about being poor. maybe she is jealous and bitter : (

  28. J.... R....

    "thinking about you" might well have just been topped. she's quite the storyteller with this song, awesome music. herself and all the session guys were really "on it" with this track. the composition/arrangement/chord progressions/orgasm inducing deviation from the industry standard time signature. This might well be her best song yet, you've really evolved as an artist, Norah. Most musicians peak with their first couple of records, you just keep bringing the goodness. Much admiration and good vibes being sent your way from a real fan and fellow real jazz enthusiast ally.

    J.... R....

    Jason Rougeau You stole the words from my mouth..

  29. m.... ....

    I can only rollie state this in my dreams. In reality ill be in the hospital for broken tailbone and ankle.

    m.... ....

    mrsjamat86 +Candice Heiden 's group LA Rollergirls give lessons down at Venice and Long Beach. This skater is Candice Heiden who founded LA Rollergirls. They give demonstrations and lessons elsewhere too. This was shot at Moonlight Rollerway in Glendale CA and I think they have lessons at that rink. Also try a rink in Santa Monica or Northridge.

    +Appelusa Mcglynn, who is also a LA Rollergirl in the Chet Faker Gold video with Candice and April, has something to do with that rink.

  30. L.... ....

    Even if she sang only 'it's a tragedy' all the song, I would listen to it over and over. Love Norah.

  31. L.... C....

    This skate rink is awesome. Where is it?

  32. G.... B....

    I don't get the lirycs at all

    G.... B....

    Génesis Bello You don't need to. Just listen and watch ;-)

  33. E.... I....

    I think this song doesn't need much attention, there are people who understand it, feel, support, enjoy and approve it. That's the most important

  34. E.... I....

    I really would love to leave a comment here, but 10 months has passed and I still have no words.

  35. D.... D....

    I broke up with my gf today. :'(

  36. A.... ....

    Candice <3

  37. D.... D....

    Norah, te amo desde lo más profundo de mis tímpanos y de mi corazón. <3

  38. A.... 1....

    this song sucks

    A.... 1....

    how could that be when it's only your mom that does

  39. s.... ....

    Does anyone know if this is Candice Heiden, the girl in the center in white from the Chet Faker music video "Gold"? Looks like her... What a great video by Norah, gets the point across, simple yet elegant.

    s.... ....

    shadowguy20004 Yes, it is. She is also in Sigala's _Sweet Lovin_

    https://remotetalk.wordpress.com/2016/10/26/an-interview-with-candice-heiden/

  40. A.... B....

    Candice Heiden
    😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

  41. J.... 1....

    When your having a race and your mum farts in your face it's tragedy

  42. S.... N....

    Hello from France 🇫🇷

  43. A.... B....

    Spectacular. Your music makes me in a... I don't know how to explain, it makes me closer to my inner world, it makes me feel comfortable and it lets me feel that I exist and it's ok!

  44. D.... H....

    Kann nicht aufhören das Lied zu spielen

  45. S.... S....

    please post the karaoke version this song!

  46. A.... S....

    Imoral a qualidade do seu trabalho! Sou grande admiradora de sua arte! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

  47. Z.... J....

    it's not the Bee Gees then

    Z.... J....

    it was though

  48. A.... M....

    Simple,deep,
    bluesy and sweet.This is Real music,Norah is just great!

  49. D.... A....

    Uou que mulher foda

  50. M.... L....

    There are always unexpected differences between the ideals and reality.
    "he holds back tears thinking of the years,
    that the bottle had a long time down,
    so he'd sit have another round,
    singing hallelujah 'till it drowns."
    https://www.facebook.com/asongadayforyou/photos/a.346992132147564.1073741834.293069270873184/702291516617622/

  51. P.... ....

    My favorite on the album!

  52. m.... ....

    the world would be so much better if norah jones was our president for the entire world.
    Imagine!
    N.J for president 2020! lets make it happen

    m.... ....

    mrsjamat86 only cause she awesome!

  53. J.... ....

    Isso que é musica <3

  54. D.... D....

    Amazing.

  55. K.... H....

    Her moves are so so elegant.

  56. S.... S....

    Discovered this on Vice!

  57. K.... K....

    😍😍😍😍😍😍

  58. A.... N....

    This election was indeed a tragedy.

    A.... N....

    Alexandra Nicole hahaha... thats true hope n.j makes a music about that.

    A.... N....

    of course that idiot will tweet about that shes overrated. and blah blah blah

  59. R.... H....

    i can see this on a sound track for some movie or show. don't know why but SHAMELESS comes to mind! 😏

  60. A.... F....

    why does this sound so much like "Alone Again (Naturally)" by Gilbert O'Sullivan tho

  61. W.... A....

    Norah, I love you <3

  62. s.... ....

    I love you Norah Jones!

  63. g.... ....

    this makes me want to go roller skating now

  64. C.... L....

    Beautiful, simple, astounding. I am so glad that Norah has finally returned to her piano-driven roots.

    C.... L....

    Me too!!!!

    C.... L....

    this is some of her best music.

  65. R.... G....

    The best music has the lowest views.

    R.... G....

    Ramiro Gutiérrez only true music lovers will find these songs. They are treasures which only the most adventurous will find.

  66. J.... �....

    The song its great and for some reason i find the video so simple but in the same way brilliant...Just love it , its amazing..

  67. N.... L....

    Damn, 80's vibe feels...

  68. G.... d....

    Me encanto.

  69. s.... K....

    Her Voice ❤❤

  70. P.... N....

    Beautiful! <3

  71. l.... k....

    instant like

    l.... k....

    Lintang Kinasih Wijayani yea its unfortunate some idiots dislike this amazing song. what should we do!

  72. T.... M....

    Beautiful!

  73. R.... M....

    she's sooo skilled that girl!!

  74. a.... ....

    "Singing hallelujah till he drowns"
    is that Jeff Buckley reference?

    a.... ....

    Adrian Santana nope, it was about my dad long ago.

  75. m.... ....

    That skating style looks so fun. I'd ruin the mood and fall on my bum 10x... I guess that'd be a tragedy

    m.... ....

    mentosfreshh It’s never a tragedy as long as you’re having fun.

  76. S.... Y....

    Next single "Then there was you please" !!!!!

    S.... Y....

    Som Yee no, it has to be "Day Breaks"

  77. V.... x....

    norah!! You're not be of this planet!! your music is so exciting!! Im a realous fan of your !! please come to ecuador
    you are my inspiration of my music
    good look! remember your music isnt for all the people only the interesting people understand your music!

  78. R.... ....

    Not a fan of this song, but I could watch her skate for hours.

  79. K.... k....

    i support you!

  80. P.... ....

    Does anyone have an extra ticket to the Oakland show??? I missed the pre-sale, and just like that they were sold out! I'll be your best friend!!!!! Hit me up, and let's talk!

  81. R.... V....

    This has to be the best lyric video ever. That girl's moves were as lyrical as Nora's words, and that setting is just so fitting.

  82. J.... L....

    Awesome.

  83. D.... H....

    it's beautiful this song. I love it.

  84. C.... C....

    3:08 It's a tragedy.

  85. A.... S....

    i love the tip and the fall of the skater. totally unexpected.

  86. B.... P....

    lovveee

  87. K.... C....

    ohhhh Norah ....You are beautiful. I love your voice. I love your songs.

  88. m.... ....

    Nice lyrics. And a nice video

  89. r.... ....

    Welcome back, Norah!! Beautiful song!!

  90. �.... ....

    헐 ㅠㅠㅠㅠ너무좋당 노라존스 제발 한국으로 내한 한번만더와줘요!!ㅠ

  91. J.... ....

    that girl dance so gracefully

  92. m.... A....

    lovelovelove you

  93. L.... ....

    ♡♡♡♡

  94. F.... J....

    Is that Candice Heiden from the Chet Faker "Gold" Video?! OMG she's Awesome !!!

    F.... J....

    Yes she is... It's Candice Heiden https://www.instagram.com/candai/

  95. J.... K....

    Okay. I like the cutie on roller skates, but where is Norah?

    J.... K....

    @Jerome King Oh I don't think it's a genre or a niche, but lyric videos just tend to leave singers out.

    J.... K....

    Jerome King Sorry, scratch that. They seem to be a genre...http://mobile.nytimes.com/blogs/bits/2013/09/25/on-youtube-lyrics-videos-mark-a-new-genre/?referer=

    J.... K....

    Hmmm . . . indeed (with the evidence).

    J.... K....

    The cutie on roller skates is Candice Heiden, founder of LA Roller Girls. She has been in a few videos.
    https://remotetalk.wordpress.com/2016/10/26/an-interview-with-candice-heiden/

    J.... K....

    on top of the game...