To A.C., wherever you are. I will never forget the few days we spent together back in the summer of '89. I left you a note, but I guess you never got it. I hope life has treated you well. I can't hear this song without thinking of you.
This song is easily one of the highest points of modern pop music. One of the best love songs ever written and an absolutely electric live performance. Modern music doesn't get much closer to perfection than this.
One of the most beautiful love songs ever written and possibly the best performance of it. Every time Youssou N'Dour sends his voice soaring into the stratosphere, my body becomes covered in goosebumps. Thousands of years from now, when the aliens finally land and discover the remains of our civilization, perhaps they will find this recording, experience it and say, "Hmm, there was something truly good within them after all..."
That line Youssou delivers when he points at the ground, and then the line where he hits that note that lingers in the air with the reverb, is just so damn amazing. There's something also about his spirit that comes across in an indescribable, and awesome way.
That reverb trailing off - I use that to show people what an amazing massive sound reverb can create!! Well said!! Thought I was the only one that noticed that!!
This must be one of the greatest moments of pop music of the 80ies ! I was lucky enough to see them live with that band on their "SO-Tour" .... unforgettable !!! I'm still driven to tears when I watch this .... the lyrics, the groove, the voices, the dancing, the energy .... GOD BLESS them all !!! Love & Peace to everyone here, Roland
The power of good music is just remarkable! Man kind in its pursuit of power money weapons is so lost and is dooming us all. What a tragic choice when there is magic like this in living and loving!
Have always liked Peter Gabriel's music, but his particular song is really timeless. It was perfect when it was written and,I find, even moreso, today.
Cette chanson est très particulière pour moi. Je l'ai partagée tant de fois avec un homme cher à mon coeur. Cette version Live est tout simplement magnifique ! Take care Love
I was 17 and caught the Human Rights NOW global tour at the old Wembley Stadium... Youssou N'Dour was with Peter G that day and it was amazing. Memories from my youth -- 48 this August.
It makes me happy to know so many have been positively affected by this song, & more particularly, this performance of it. I'm quite passionate in my love of music, of all forms, & for me this is 1 of those rare songs I consider truly transcendent. Manuel's comments articulate that beautifully. It doesn't merely reach out to us, it reaches into us. No matter how difficult life may sometimes be, this song helps lift me from pain or despair. Indeed, "piercing eternity," with "the ecstasy of being
Wall E brought me here! I almost forgot what a talented musician Peter is! Love this song alot........fun to watch. Makes you wish you were up on the stage with him doesn't it?
Just got home from seeing the Us: Back to Front concert!! Peter, David Rhodes, Tony Levin & Manu Katche together again playing this song & the rest of this album....and oh my God they were amazing!!!! What a thrill to see this live & done so well!!! Congrats Peter on being one of the best singer/songwriters on the planet....ever.
I am completely obsessed with this song and performance...this is real music!!! I can truly feel it when I listen to it...its powerful..can u believe this performance moved me to tears..wow I love it
Sorry for your loss, you loss your loved one, life is unfair at times, you loss your fiance and I loss my kid brother to a gun shot and he died in my arms...for me this was the most painful day ever staring at his eyes as they closed...this song will 4ever be in my heart for this memory....I miss you little bro....I will always cherish the time we had together and God allowed you to be on this earth...love your big Bro Winston
Yossou N'Dour is the reason to hear this song live. I saw them in 86' and had tears pouring down my face when N'Dour sang his solo! Love this song LIVE!!
I love you and your post /comment..... i lost my mom in 2004, dad in 2005 and boyfriend in 2007.... life is great and still going on.... i love you.... and I love your love...... your precious fiance..... she was beautiful....... hugs
I watched this clip for the first time in many many years last night when it was shown as part of the doc on the So album. It brought tears to my eyes! So moving, happy and joyful. A brilliant performance by Peter and Youssou - especially the dance at the end...just wonderful...
Stu Argyle, I gotta agree with you. Played this first thing when I woke up today & smiled as much as I did the first time I saw it on tv as a kid. Sounds corny to say but I'm pretty sure that was a definitive moment in my young life.
everybody always has something, this is the language of ourselves, it is what we express, it is us, peter gabriel, my parents loved your music before me.
...dancing and singing to the Universe within." What a perfect way to describe the power of this performance. Thank you for sharing your beautiful, insightful & eloquently phrased comments, Manuel.
I saw him in the early 90s in Atlanta after a local radio station patitioned him to add Atlanta to the tour. He did...and I have to say it was so worth it. He has a true talent for writing music and lyrics. Even though this song got used in bad 80s movies I still think it is great. That concert is still to this day one of the top 3 that I have had the privladge to attend.
In Your Eyes . . . You know who you are :-) K . . . As beautiful as this song is !!! Thie beauty of a world without a race . . . But as HUMANS as one RACE !!! Smile this is for us ALL of us !!! Thank you !!!
For this song this is a good find seeing him this young the only other versions I have seen that are live is the newer versions.. thanks for the upload!
I just saw confirmation on Peter Gabriel's official forum that they are finally doing a transfer of POV to DVD and BluRay. I have no idea when it will be completed but as far as I'm concerned this is one of the best darn concerts I've seen in my entire life. I have practically worn out the vhs. So, be patient. The dvd and bluray will see the light of day this year or next.
To A.C., wherever you are. I will never forget the few days we spent together back in the summer of '89. I left you a note, but I guess you never got it. I hope life has treated you well. I can't hear this song without thinking of you.
That's very nice of you.
This song is easily one of the highest points of modern pop music. One of the best love songs ever written and an absolutely electric live performance. Modern music doesn't get much closer to perfection than this.
It really doesn't
Absolutely the best!
When you say "electric", is literaly!! 💯
One of the most beautiful love songs ever written and possibly the best performance of it. Every time Youssou N'Dour sends his voice soaring into the stratosphere, my body becomes covered in goosebumps.
Thousands of years from now, when the aliens finally land and discover the remains of our civilization, perhaps they will find this recording, experience it and say, "Hmm, there was something truly good within them after all..."
I love how great this performance still is after all these years.
this has GOT to be my FAVORITE version of his song!!....it hits me sooo deep!
Is the best version for sure. Secret World live version is longer but not even close to this one.
That line Youssou delivers when he points at the ground, and then the line where he hits that note that lingers in the air with the reverb, is just so damn amazing. There's something also about his spirit that comes across in an indescribable, and awesome way.
That reverb trailing off - I use that to show people what an amazing massive sound reverb can create!! Well said!! Thought I was the only one that noticed that!!
The genuine love and respect those two have for each other... it's what happens when the talent is far bigger than the ego.
This song is about to turn 30yrs old. And remains one of the best ever written, recorded, or played live!
This must be one of the greatest moments of pop music of the 80ies ! I was lucky enough to see them live with that band on their "SO-Tour" .... unforgettable !!! I'm still driven to tears when I watch this .... the lyrics, the groove, the voices, the dancing, the energy .... GOD BLESS them all !!! Love & Peace to everyone here, Roland
It gets no better then this!!! Utterly amazing!!!!!
one of the most beautiful songs ever.
+Adrian Alexander Also one of my favorite songs. Probably listen to it 1-2 times a week
The essential Peter Gabriel. Never be another like him.
WOW! Real, Live Music and no lip-synching in sight!!
One of the best live versions of this incredible song!
The power of good music is just remarkable! Man kind in its pursuit of power money weapons is so lost and is dooming us all. What a tragic choice when there is magic like this in living and loving!
That hand at the very end=================Art.
The voice of Mister Gabriel is so unique .Voice of the soul ! I still love this man and his world after all these years .
that note Youssou sings at 5:23 24 is amaaaaaaaazzzzzing
best ever reverb on amaaaaaaaazzzzzing Youssou voice ! 5:18-5:31 absolutely amazing!
His voice is so melodic...captivating....yes before digitizing...people wish for this talent... Remember the night when you left this words ?
Have always liked Peter Gabriel's music, but his particular song is really timeless. It was perfect when it was written and,I find, even moreso, today.
It IS one of those songs that will remain for generations. =)
Pop musics loss was definitely world musics gain, from this gem of a man and singer
Cette chanson est très particulière pour moi.
Je l'ai partagée tant de fois avec un homme cher à mon coeur.
Cette version Live est tout simplement magnifique !
Take care Love
I was 17 and caught the Human Rights NOW global tour at the old Wembley Stadium... Youssou N'Dour was with Peter G that day and it was amazing. Memories from my youth -- 48 this August.
It makes me happy to know so many have been positively affected by this song, & more particularly, this performance of it. I'm quite passionate in my love of music, of all forms, & for me this is 1 of those rare songs I consider truly transcendent. Manuel's comments articulate that beautifully. It doesn't merely reach out to us, it reaches into us. No matter how difficult life may sometimes be, this song helps lift me from pain or despair. Indeed, "piercing eternity," with "the ecstasy of being
I've seen him live twice, now. This is still my favorite version.
Wall E brought me here! I almost forgot what a talented musician Peter is! Love this song alot........fun to watch. Makes you wish you were up on the stage with him doesn't it?
This song can make you feel physically better.......that's magic😀
Just got home from seeing the Us: Back to Front concert!! Peter, David Rhodes, Tony Levin & Manu Katche together again playing this song & the rest of this album....and oh my God they were amazing!!!! What a thrill to see this live & done so well!!! Congrats Peter on being one of the best singer/songwriters on the planet....ever.
Peter cannot sing like this anymore but recent live versions of this songs are still good.The message is still crystal clear as it was in the 80's.
I am completely obsessed with this song and performance...this is real music!!! I can truly feel it when I listen to it...its powerful..can u believe this performance moved me to tears..wow I love it
Sorry for your loss, you loss your loved one, life is unfair at times, you loss your fiance and I loss my kid brother to a gun shot and he died in my arms...for me this was the most painful day ever staring at his eyes as they closed...this song will 4ever be in my heart for this memory....I miss you little bro....I will always cherish the time we had together and God allowed you to be on this earth...love your big Bro Winston
The very best. I am honoured to have lived to view this Music Video.
Excellent performance by the Master Peter Gabriel!!
the guy aint even trying! yet he sounds like that? whats the deal? Amazing! one of the best songs ever written in my opinions!
Best video ever! I love the african guy and the guy in the trench coat dancing!!! SOOOO AWESOME!!!!
Yossou N'Dour is the reason to hear this song live. I saw them in 86' and had tears pouring down my face when N'Dour sang his solo! Love this song LIVE!!
I love you and your post /comment..... i lost my mom in 2004, dad in 2005 and boyfriend in 2007.... life is great and still going on.... i love you.... and I love your love...... your precious fiance..... she was beautiful....... hugs
There is Peter Gabriel and there's music he is just above all !!
Thank You!
I watched this clip for the first time in many many years last night when it was shown as part of the doc on the So album. It brought tears to my eyes! So moving, happy and joyful. A brilliant performance by Peter and Youssou - especially the dance at the end...just wonderful...
Beautiful lyrics, deep from way inside!
AWESOME! This is by far the best song ever recorded. My alltime favourite. Thankyou Peter, well done!
this song and video is proof that music can be light years beyond the sum of its parts
One of the best songs ever recorded
Stu Argyle, I gotta agree with you. Played this first thing when I woke up today & smiled as much as I did the first time I saw it on tv as a kid. Sounds corny to say but I'm pretty sure that was a definitive moment in my young life.
this was the first show i ever saw... blew my mind...
thats awesome
what a cool story, this is certainly a mind blowing performance, even on youtube, i can't imagine being there and experiencing it live !
everybody always has something, this is the language of ourselves, it is what we express, it is us, peter gabriel, my parents loved your music before me.
...dancing and singing to the Universe within." What a perfect way to describe the power of this performance. Thank you for sharing your beautiful, insightful & eloquently phrased comments, Manuel.
Much much respect to come on here and share that. All the best of everything.
what s this song that just makes you cry, it rips your heart out and lays it bare .....
I saw him in the early 90s in Atlanta after a local radio station patitioned him to add Atlanta to the tour. He did...and I have to say it was so worth it. He has a true talent for writing music and lyrics. Even though this song got used in bad 80s movies I still think it is great. That concert is still to this day one of the top 3 that I have had the privladge to attend.
In Your Eyes . . . You know who you are :-) K . . . As beautiful as this song is !!!
Thie beauty of a world without a race . . . But as HUMANS as one RACE !!!
Smile this is for us ALL of us !!! Thank you !!!
viva! senegal!! Groso Youssou n`dour
feeling real good, just beautiful.
tears dropping!!!
Peter Gabriel is a genius. This video almost made me cry. Very very Epic!!
One of the best songs ever :)
This song is definitely a masterpiece!!!
OH YEAH!!! The jumping is so incredibly awesome too! So well synced!!!
a timeless song,so very 80's with the wall of reverb on the vocals,so awesome,best version of this song right here
Maybe the best song ever!!!! The sound is stunning!
I'm so grateful you posted this! I love this live version!! ❤️👍🏽
Back In Your Eyes!
Thanks for Sharing,
Raz
ahhh, Manu Katche on those drums.
Indimenticabile!
Certooooo!
Mad Max59
I like it very much. Older performances are incomparably better than overcomplicated comtemporary ones
The bass player was & is Tony Levin. Manu Katche was the drummer for the "So" album. Not sure about this tour though...
My favorite PG song! Just Fantastic!
Great Live version of a classic Peter Gabriel song.
Absolutely beautiful song...and so true xoox
+Sonya Lynn Shorey --- I Love them too
+Rocky Robocop ...and if you are fortunate enough to find the perfect eyes in this world, you hold on no matter what
Sending lots of little smiles and wonderful things from my heart to yours xoox
Thank You for this' this is my fav version ever since I saw it years ago on the old tv' many thanks ay'
Powerfully Moving Performance!!!!!!!!!
For this song this is a good find seeing him this young the only other versions I have seen that are live is the newer versions.. thanks for the upload!
I just saw confirmation on Peter Gabriel's official forum that they are finally doing a transfer of POV to DVD and BluRay. I have no idea when it will be completed but as far as I'm concerned this is one of the best darn concerts I've seen in my entire life. I have practically worn out the vhs. So, be patient. The dvd and bluray will see the light of day this year or next.
Hey Butt, Thanks for posting this. I really do thank you.
PURE GENIUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1111
the resolution of all the fruitless searches :)
Love This is His Epiphany!!...n couldn't be done without Them!!! : )))
Peter Gabriel _thank, merci, dieureudieuf
Wowwww! I can't believe this song was made over 20 years ago. Still like new.
Such a beautiful:), VERY BEAUTIFUL song
Yes the singer with Peter is Youssou N'dour. He also sings on the Passion album, and the song Shaking the Tree
Uma das melhores apresentações Dele
simplesmente inesquecível!!!!!!!
Peter Gabriel is the ultimate expressed Aquarian.
Essa musica e linda e o cantor tem uma energia fantastica.
just love this song and everything and everyone in this video, just amazing..
I had listened to this song of the 80's.
you have capture the essence of the song...congrats
Drummer's fuckin' cookin, son! He's got some chops.
That's Manu Katché. Love him!
absolutely, he totally kills it on this song, one of my biggest influences, takes the song to a whole new level imo
In Your Eyes: Listening in 2020.
Such a great song and a great performer.
Great tune!!......Gotta love it!!
His voice is on POINT.
This is the best !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Very enthusiastic energetic and entertaining musicians.
Epic track,timeless
Love this rendition
Absolutely amazing.