James - Sit Down - Original 1989 Release 3" CD Version

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  • @justincredible196
    @justincredible196 3 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    When this came out on some promotional CD called " Ein Abend in Wien" that I got back in I think 1991, I was living at my parents still and my mom hated my music all the time. :)
    Until I was just bumping this promo CD one night and she came up to me saying she loved this song at first listen.
    Unfortunately she passed away shortly after and now that I come across this song again I am writing this in 2021 with tears in my eyes!
    Great song! RIP mom, love you and miss you till this very day!

    • @MarkWilliams-hj6hn
      @MarkWilliams-hj6hn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      She is always with you, never doubt that.

    • @NEOGEO1966
      @NEOGEO1966 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hang in there buddy, hugs you*

  • @bjames2305
    @bjames2305 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Best version of this song, and very difficult to find online these days ....

  • @jonblackbourn1045
    @jonblackbourn1045 9 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    By far the best version, I loved it when this song was the best kept secret in music. Cheers to all those who went to see them live back in the day.

    • @notlob23
      @notlob23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      International 2👍

    • @mana3735
      @mana3735 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@notlob23 I saw them there around 87/88

    • @niallwilson4516
      @niallwilson4516 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      One hand clapping live album!

    • @RothkoFridgeMagnet
      @RothkoFridgeMagnet 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Chain Mail, my song!

    • @leedenton870
      @leedenton870 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@RothkoFridgeMagnetmine too

  • @Tiger-wi5mu
    @Tiger-wi5mu 8 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    man's biggest weakness is not knowing what's going on in someone else's head. music is beautiful at portraying the human mind. that's what art is about.

  • @bobgreen623
    @bobgreen623 12 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    this is my favourite version of Sit Down. I was having a crap time towards the end of the 80's and this song as well asa 'Can't Be Sure' by the Sundays really helped turn me round. Thanks Tim

    • @johnkrauser4830
      @johnkrauser4830 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Love both songs!

    • @NEOGEO1966
      @NEOGEO1966 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hang in there buddy

  • @slocamel
    @slocamel 8 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    a beautiful statement of human fellow feeling. If they'd never made another record they'd still have a place in history for this one.

    • @Hypnobunny1
      @Hypnobunny1 ปีที่แล้ว

      Most definitely it’s iconic has so many happy memories and sad ones this cheers me up 🥰

  • @notlob23
    @notlob23 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The most beautiful piano playing.. after Uncertain Smile...

    • @gruesometwosome6098
      @gruesometwosome6098 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Your a man of great taste..
      Was it Joolz Holland on the The The track...? 😎

    • @notlob23
      @notlob23 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@gruesometwosome6098 yes...and thanks!😊👍

    • @ArabfromOuterSpace
      @ArabfromOuterSpace 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      You, kind Sir, are a real Gentleman and a scholar 🙌

  • @BrotherShamus
    @BrotherShamus ปีที่แล้ว +3

    a song that's been so important to me had a completely different version? And it's great? I'm blessed

  • @irishcoffeetruecrime
    @irishcoffeetruecrime 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I'm torn between all 3 versions . Heard the updated version in a music store recently with my 10 year old and he loved it . We danced to it together , making memories , Thanks James. 🍀

    • @happyhouse9847
      @happyhouse9847 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      This is the best version.

    • @SmithsnMoz
      @SmithsnMoz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@happyhouse9847 ... This is definitely THE BEST VERSION!! 👍

  • @sawandcraft
    @sawandcraft 8 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    The best version of this music... It glows with vibrancy an energy... So good!

  • @arbrento73
    @arbrento73 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I just love this. I always thought the 90s re-recording was too big and brash, although I’ll admit that at the time, I still ‘sat down’ occasionally on beer-soaked dancefloors when it was played and went home with a wet arse.

  • @kevayreski
    @kevayreski 8 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Holy crap!
    I've never heard this version before.
    It's amazing.
    The later release certainly has more energy to it, but this 8 minute piano classic is incredible.

  • @johnevans5662
    @johnevans5662 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I've always said this by far the best version.

    • @nl1559
      @nl1559 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ok Norbert. 😋

  • @dontbenosey1
    @dontbenosey1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is sublime. The early recordings are just amazing.

  • @dubvulture99
    @dubvulture99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    You know, it’s okay to love both versions. I know I do. Maybe you guys just need to sit down next to me. Peace and love.

  • @finnzup
    @finnzup 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    So thankful to have stumbled on this version!! What a masterpiece!

  • @Mr3wbc
    @Mr3wbc 13 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Brilliant original. Love this song so much.

  • @tiamaizan5200
    @tiamaizan5200 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This song bring me back to the 80s! Absoutely Amazing Tripping!

  • @peterdarnell9183
    @peterdarnell9183 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's on my bucket list to see this amazing talented lady in concert

  • @SmithsnMoz
    @SmithsnMoz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Best AND Oldest Version! ..👍

  • @jeremyclarksonfragrance
    @jeremyclarksonfragrance 6 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    11 dislikers are "touched by madness"

  • @marknicholls7070
    @marknicholls7070 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Have this on vinyl - the piano is just amazing. Thanks for sharing!

  • @michaelpisapia
    @michaelpisapia 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    FANTASTIC!! ...one of my all time favs. We knew then something that everyone else waited year to 'discover'

  • @Hypnobunny1
    @Hypnobunny1 ปีที่แล้ว

    I first heard it in 91 I was obsessed with it then and nothing has changed Just feckin awesome. 🌟🌟🌟🌟

  • @whisperingfox
    @whisperingfox 7 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Oh fucking hell man, can't believe this version has been kept from me this long! It's perfect. Absolutely stunning.

    • @johnnyc5765
      @johnnyc5765 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same here, and I love this version.

    • @niallwilson4516
      @niallwilson4516 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So it is.

    • @kgm1000uk
      @kgm1000uk ปีที่แล้ว +1

      33 years later for me!

    • @Hypnobunny1
      @Hypnobunny1 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here 🌟

  • @bobgreen623
    @bobgreen623 10 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Original and superior version

    • @asac159
      @asac159 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +Bobby G Agree entirely!

    • @bacaro_surrey
      @bacaro_surrey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Greatest

    • @SmithsnMoz
      @SmithsnMoz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ABSOLUTELY The BEST VERSION! NO DOUBT!

  • @gruesometwosome6098
    @gruesometwosome6098 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Still here in 2024 & loving it!
    Love, light & peace everyone 😎

  • @NazRabi
    @NazRabi 13 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Brings back so many great memories of sunnier days. Many thanks for sharing this beautiful song with us all man.

  • @jackhyman5209
    @jackhyman5209 8 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    i didnt realise this version existed but its first class

    • @mikethompson5549
      @mikethompson5549 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Jack Hyman took me three years to track down on vinyl. worth the effort...

    • @notlob23
      @notlob23 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep. Not the over exposed version where all the 'right on' student fodder literally sit down..😩

  • @chrisbooth2849
    @chrisbooth2849 12 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    The original and by far the best.!!!

  • @dechikgerchik9873
    @dechikgerchik9873 6 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    The hand of God was in this song

    • @finnzup
      @finnzup 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I have to agree! I've always returned to this one. It's sort of my anthem.

    • @nl1559
      @nl1559 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Damn straight

    • @lyrimetacurl0
      @lyrimetacurl0 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@finnzup it's the anthem of my middle name 😆

  • @cealyfairlie6760
    @cealyfairlie6760 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love this. I could listen to it all day............

  • @patrickhicks9880
    @patrickhicks9880 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i love the artwork on this cover

  • @leebuttle1331
    @leebuttle1331 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love James so much brilliant band

  • @richl6966
    @richl6966 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    In whatever version it comes the line "If I hadn't seen such riches I could live with being poor" is such a truth to me.

  • @r4h4al
    @r4h4al 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "I hope that God exists I hope, I pray."
    Brilliant lyrics.

  • @gfeucht
    @gfeucht 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So pure and raw.

  • @gruesometwosome6098
    @gruesometwosome6098 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Still here in 2022...
    And still loving it 😎

  • @sharonplumb4653
    @sharonplumb4653 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Yep,best version

  • @wickedgrinder89
    @wickedgrinder89 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Eita anos 80 maravilhoso. Plantou sementes para a década seguinte e fechou com essa atmosfera rica em criatividade.

  • @MJN_SEIFER
    @MJN_SEIFER 8 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I looked at a James forum yesterday (I was googling the "Lester Piggott" thing), and I found out that people actually complain if James doesn't play "Sit Down" at their concerts. Now, I'll admit that "Sit Down" is currently the only song I know that I know by James, but I still think that's a shame. Why would you go to a concert just to hear one song, even if it is your favorite? A concert is a good way to be exposed to songs you never thought about listening to, in my opinion try something new along with what you already know.

    • @bobgreen623
      @bobgreen623 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah, I agree. I go to a gig to be surprised by the music, not hear the same old thing over and over.

    • @MrDragon1968
      @MrDragon1968 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Those people probably aren't serious James fans. People who are genuinely into James are often more into their other stuff and also the fact they're still making new music today. Sit Down was a really big hit in the UK which is why a lot of people remember it. Now, if they didn't play 'Sometimes' near the end of every gig then I think a lot more genuine James fans might be more disappointed.

    • @BrianKishreviews
      @BrianKishreviews 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I actually heard one of their albums a few times before connecting them to "Laid" which I'd expect would be more of a fan-favorite. Eh it's all good, James is great!

    • @michaelshubert7558
      @michaelshubert7558 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I love James. I was just listening to their Living in Extraordinary Times album yesterday. But Sit Down is one of my all time favorite songs by anyone (even if I confess I prefer the Gold Mother version), so if I ever get to attend a James live show, I would be sad to not hear Sit Down.

    • @notlob23
      @notlob23 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Their worst song for me ( not this version !!) The commercialised version is a fashion thing (especially those of a southern ilk) who like to sit on the floor when they come to study in the best city on earth ( 😂😂😂). The ones that also love ' Blue Monday' (😂😂😂). Please research your bands before you make total t**'s of yourselves in front of the real thing!

  • @veronicathecow
    @veronicathecow 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    For 20 years I've loved the appolo440 mix and sung along with it. Finally actually listened to the the words. Wow! Then I found this original version which is also great, thanks for putting it up.

  • @Carloscarmo
    @Carloscarmo 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I´m a great Springsteen fan, but i also love James. I saw their first concert in Lisboa in 1992. I will never forget that this music closed the great show !

  • @GiorgioVVVV
    @GiorgioVVVV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Best version, period. That extended piano outro is magnificent. Too bad it can only be found on the original 1989 overexpensive cd single.
    Let's hope for a deluxe release for the album, or something like that.

    • @mana3735
      @mana3735 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've got the 12" vinyl :)

    • @darrenbrana1723
      @darrenbrana1723 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can also get the 7inch single too

  • @hasseing
    @hasseing 11 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    wow! THAT PIANO!

  • @soumyadeepdasgupta875
    @soumyadeepdasgupta875 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hail GOT for bringing me to this song :D

  • @rugby721
    @rugby721 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great Version! In my Opinion is the best version of the song!
    I remember that in radio there was other version.
    Cheers!

  • @gruesometwosome6098
    @gruesometwosome6098 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It's all we can do...
    In this shite year of 2020
    Love, light & peace everyone G.

  • @mikethompson5549
    @mikethompson5549 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i love all versions of this song... insomniac too

  • @jamesmcfarlane3627
    @jamesmcfarlane3627 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It's brilliant

  • @mittfh
    @mittfh 12 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Another interesting change from later versions: this is performed in F sharp major rather than E major (a whole tone lower).

  • @MarkLLynch
    @MarkLLynch 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovley share, thaNK YOU

  • @patrickmckeirnan
    @patrickmckeirnan ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Class band❤

  • @jamesgunderson475
    @jamesgunderson475 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don't know all 3 versions but love this one, it allows memories. Amazing when he had and what we have, life.

  • @MG-bz3xb
    @MG-bz3xb 10 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    those were the days how i miss them

  • @Freewheeler1973
    @Freewheeler1973 11 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Christ, brings back memories - I have the 12" vinyl :)

  • @punker522
    @punker522 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The best

  • @Mix115
    @Mix115 12 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    BEST SONG EVER !

  • @azmufc2011
    @azmufc2011 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    First single I Eva bought love these

  • @shaungradwell4799
    @shaungradwell4799 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Old trafford classic me and my boy watching the boys❤❤❤

  • @gruesometwosome4504
    @gruesometwosome4504 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    All l can say is 'superb'

  • @pyotrleflegin7255
    @pyotrleflegin7255 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a bloodt fantastic song! Thanks for posting it, AwesomeDave440.

  • @notlob23
    @notlob23 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My brother has the original 12" of this and he won't give it to me😠The best, lesser known and most beautiful version.

    • @gruesometwosome6098
      @gruesometwosome6098 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Have you not tried soap on the stairs?? Gx

  • @ruthcarson1384
    @ruthcarson1384 11 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love this

  • @richardbosher6875
    @richardbosher6875 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you watch the 1990 concert at the gmex Manchester they try and update this version ,its sit down new version but sounds like this with the extra lyrics... It's a must watch

  • @darrenstewart6376
    @darrenstewart6376 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a tune going weds 5 Dec hydro glasgow to see them buzzing for this one.

  • @hufclufc
    @hufclufc 14 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    PURE GOLD

  • @pauledwards29uk
    @pauledwards29uk 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is the version they should play at concerts

  • @lc4385
    @lc4385 11 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can't believe this is the first time I remember hearing this song!

  • @notlob23
    @notlob23 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Piano is superb..

  • @TheTunes4UTube
    @TheTunes4UTube 10 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Class upload!

  • @maisyharber5394
    @maisyharber5394 12 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Top tune!

  • @stetson6
    @stetson6 11 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    awesome thanks for posting

  • @BlackRiverBay
    @BlackRiverBay 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I looked for this version because at the end they sing Lester Piggott's name.

  • @nuskaha
    @nuskaha 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Plain and simple ..... This song ,whatever version is an Anthem ...

  • @cuarto7705
    @cuarto7705 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Argentina presente! The best

  • @meeruisland
    @meeruisland 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this song and its meaning

  • @phillipchav
    @phillipchav ปีที่แล้ว +1

    always loved this tune but this is epic

  • @monotrious
    @monotrious 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Awesome ! So much better than the Gold Mother version !

  • @easytoassemble54321
    @easytoassemble54321 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Had no idea another version existed, and I actually prefer this one in some ways.

  • @marknicholls7070
    @marknicholls7070 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How the fuck can 11 people dislike this btw! Philistines!

    • @marknicholls7070
      @marknicholls7070 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's even got the Lester Pigott ending!!

  • @hufclufc
    @hufclufc 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    best jamming ever!!!

  • @andywheeler8964
    @andywheeler8964 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Didn't know this existed, guess I've found myself ridiculous. Incredible stuff

    • @johnnyc5765
      @johnnyc5765 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Those who found themselves ridiculous, sit down next to me. ;-)

  • @paulgoode5245
    @paulgoode5245 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Priceless/timeless

  • @mattywilliams7932
    @mattywilliams7932 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    On them Indie Videos i First heard this.

  • @ukefan9
    @ukefan9 12 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Indie gold.

  • @thecurmudgeon3131
    @thecurmudgeon3131 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I can’t begrudge the more commercial re-recorded version because it introduced them to a much bigger audience and is probably the key reason they’re still around to this day (and just had their very first number one album).

    • @simonmoore2380
      @simonmoore2380 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The original release was the 7” version of this - lengthwise it was no different to the more popular recording, so I can’t see how it was less “commercial”. But I could never understand why everyone always raved about the other version, which in comparison is bloody awful.

  • @afonsodomingos7073
    @afonsodomingos7073 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The best...

  • @darrenbrana1723
    @darrenbrana1723 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this version i also got the 7inch single 😊

  • @thomasbeddows1021
    @thomasbeddows1021 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Shame there isn't a video to this

    • @date_fate_dave
      @date_fate_dave 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There is, but a shorter version. th-cam.com/video/Ew7Zkkucos8/w-d-xo.html

  • @mummyd1990
    @mummyd1990 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always liked James and Skrewdriver back in the day Rip Ian Stuart.

  • @TheSiberion
    @TheSiberion 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank God for the internet!

  • @yagepsy
    @yagepsy 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant. Thanx!

  • @presidentsantaclause913
    @presidentsantaclause913 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Still that totp techco/dub version is DOPE. This is the 1st time I ever heard this version

  • @karinamorena3315
    @karinamorena3315 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    GOT brought me here !!

  • @markallgood9426
    @markallgood9426 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    There is a nine minute live version too! The band stop playing and the audience just sing the chorus! Fantastic!

  • @andrewfinlayson4687
    @andrewfinlayson4687 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Classic

  • @MJN_SEIFER
    @MJN_SEIFER 13 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    @AwesomeDave440 Thanks. Love this song by the way. :)

  • @Pongee-yl1zk
    @Pongee-yl1zk ปีที่แล้ว +1

  • @glaw9
    @glaw9 12 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    tim booth respect