Agreed. The song itself is just... soulful. Wonderful work. Its one of those songs that is so put together its hard to believe that a live performance would add anything (other than the cool factor of seeing the artist doing their art live - maybe without the polish of a studio). But not this one. The Secret World tour recording takes this already awesome song and puts this spin on it that makes it in to something... new and special. It takes a soulful, almost intimate love song and transforms it in to a celebration of life and community. Without taking away from the original. Its like being able to experience a single event in history in two parallel universes. Love both recordings. Absolutely recommend experiencing both.
To echo everyone, the Live version of this song from the Secret World Tour is a MUST SEE. I’ve seen it dozens of time and can watch it dozens more. Simply amazing!!
This song means a lot to 80s kids due to the scene in Say Anything, a movie starring John Cusack where he holds up a boom box while playing this song to win back his dream girl! It's iconic, both the song and the scene!
The Secret World Live Tour version is a must. It amplifies every emotion Amber mentioned. The whole concert is amazing. Don't Give Up, Shaking the Tree, Come Talk to Me, and The Blood of Eden are also musts from this concert.
The Seccret World version pales compared to the 1986 live version. Nobody can replace Youssou N'Dour, African dancers. The Secret World tour attempted to recreate that - it was a very good performance but nothing close to 1986 version.
@@lavalleecg The Live In Athens that came with the latest edition of So is great. I especially loved the versions of Shock The Monkey and Family Snapshot
Now that you’ve heard this tune, you simply MUST add Cameron Crowe’s directorial debut, SAY ANYTHING (1989), to your movie watchlist! This song has a pivotal role in that film’s storyline and is featured in an iconic scene in the movie. Plus it’s just a fantastic film with very well written characters.
Not many performers deliver live even better than the studio version, but I agree with you about this song from the secret world tour. Just on another level
I Implore you guys to watch the live version of this from Arica on his world tour. One of the greatest Live performances ever. The song is longer. You’ll never forget it.
@@craigcooper7586 Thanks to all who mentioned this. I hadn't seen the live version so I looked it up and aside from the deep envy I felt for those who were in the audience, I enjoyed it very much.
If you guys loved this, the performance of this song In Peter Gabriel's Secret World Tour will absolutely blow your minds! Simply beautiful and amazing
Peter Gabriel actually said it is a love song but also a song to God. You should definitely see the live version with all the African singers and musicians. It gives me chills.
Song is actually a love letter he wrote to Rebecca de Mornay. She was asked about it several times and basically blew it off since the relationship fizzled… The man writes a amazing song about you and how he fell in love with you and you just go “Meh”.
*Live Version - Live Version - Live Version - Live Version - Live Version - Live Version* - There are about ten live versions out there - but there is one - a single version (the 86 tour) - that will give you chills upon chills. Amber will have died and gone to heaven when she hears it.
The live version can be found on the album called “So” and it is 10:39 in length. It is wonderful. The following track is “Biko”, another great listen.
It is a powerful love song. The live version can be found on the album called “So” and it is 10:39 in length. It is wonderful. The following track is “Biko”, another great listen.
I fell in love with this song watching the movie Say Anything. I love the line "without a noise, without my pride, I reach out from the inside". John Cusak holding the boom box has turned into an iconic image. But I will say, the live performance with African performers is just amazing.
I have to give a shout out to *Youssou N'Dour* for his backing vocals, which are the main lyrics, sung in his native Wolof His voice brings a tribal feel for sure, but also feels uplifting and spiritual to me
⚜️ You MUST watch the live version! It will make you dance, it will make you sing, it will make you cry tears of joy, it is one of the single most amazing works of musicianship and art ever! ❤️
One of Peter's best. The live version is unbeFRICKINlievable. Romantic, heartwarming, and hits you right in the feels. I hope you will check out "Shock the Monkey", "Digging in the Dirt", "I Have the Touch", and his duet with Kate Bush, "Don't Give Up". And is it coincidence that you follow up Phil Collins with his former bandmate???
As mentioned, the Live 'Secret Worlds' tour version of this song is on a whole other level. One of the few times I enjoy the live version to the studio one.
The "So" concert of 1986 still ranks as one of the best shows I have ever seen. Youssou N'Dour (the brilliant singer on "In Your Eyes") and his band were the opening act and later joined Peter for "In Your Eyes." The energy, dancing, and musicianship were incredible. They remained onstage for the next (and final) song, the very moving "Biko." By the end, there was not a dry eye in the house. Very excited to see him on his upcoming tour later this year.
This song *always* gives me chills, especially at the end when Youssou N'Dour's vocal come in. For me it touches on those desires to not just fit in but to find the place where I can shine and be my best "me".
Guys, as great as this version is, the live version from The Secret World Tour is one of the most epic live performances you will ever see in your life. You must must must must do that!
You really should also experience the live version. It is performed by a group of musicians who've mastered its performance. So good. We want to see you seeing it.
One of the best songs ever, and Peter Gabriel put on the best live shows out of all the great bands I've ever seen. I saw him twice around 90-93 with Sinead O'Connor and Paula Cole joining him for songs. He organized a huge multi-cultural tour called WOMAD (World of Music, Art, and Dance) and headlined it for years. Peter Gabriel just had this professionalism in his shows that made it seem like he was there playing just for the crowd and putting the utmost of love and care into the delivery. Also I see you two put out a Phil Collins video at the same time as this. Interesting timing considering Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins were both Lead Singers for the band Genesis. I guess Phil just announced his resignation from Genesis because of health reasons. Wishing them and all the best of health now.
Oh wow! I've been blessed to have seen him live several times. And he is coming back on tour. A recommendation for your movie channel is his concert video "Secret World Live". Without a doubt the greatest concert footage ever.
This song is such a masterpiece. The lyrics, the combinations of the sources and styles of music, the bass riff, the lyrics, just everything, is so freaking good. and as others have said, the extended live version is insanely amazing.
Incredible song one of my favorite songs ever so glad you’re finally doing this one. It was featured in an iconic scene in a movie called Say Anything with John Cusack .
I sent y’all either a comment or an email telling you that if you do this song it really should be the live version of him and his band on stage. It’s a way more spiritual type vibe. I can’t explain it you’ll just have to see it for yourself. It’s almost African spiritual. It’ll say “In Your Eyes (Secret World Live). You will love this song and the meaning a WHOLE lot more!
I think if it's your first time ever hearing a song, then go ahead and listen to the album version. That way when you do see the live version, you will have context and you will know how the artist changed or interpreted the song for live performance, and you will enjoy it that much more.
@@Johnny_Socko yup either way. Now that they have heard this version they have to do the live one on stage. It’s a whole other vibe. Just like when they done FFDP and Gone Away, now they should do The Offspring’s Gone Away. Which while at it I’ve been begging for them to react to Jonny Lang and Lie to me to from him. They would love that song.
Tony Levin is the bassist on this track as well as many of Peter Gabriels songs. Watching him play and some of his techniques is really cool. As others have said you need to check some of the performances from Secret World Tour/Live, with Tony Levin on base and Paula Cole for backup vocals. San Jacinto, Digging in the Dirt, In Your Eyes, and Blood of Eden are some of my favorites.
The live version of this from his "Secret World Live" tour is even better, you should really do a separate reaction for that one. You will not be disappointed!
Perhaps his biggest hit, and one of my favorites. A few others to suggest: Red Rain, Steam (has sledgehammer vibes), Shock the Monkey, and Games without Frontiers. Pretty cool that you are doing both of Genesis' lead singers from their solo careers! Now that you have heard this song you should watch the movie "Say Anything" and you will understand why this song is so special to folks my age!
Peter Gabriel should be knighted for his selfless global humanitarian work, let alone his fantastic contributions to music and culture. My favorite artist. Everything he did with Genesis is wonderful. His bio is a fascinating read.
You gotta watch a live version of this. The other vocals on this song is a Senegalese singer/songwriter Youssou N’ Dour! Amazing to watch Peter Gabriel and Youssou sing together. Both are amazing!! The musicians that Peter Gabriel collaborated with are truly incredible!!! Love your channel!!! Cheers. Chris
As others have mentioned, this song was used in a pivotal scene from the Cameron Crowe movie Say Anything. This is definately a movie you need to watch for your movie reaction channel. It is one of my favorite movies all time.
peter gabriel is the single most important artist in my life. He has inspired my lyrical writing, how I approach song writing in general and sparked my world-political views as I moved from middle school to high school (79 into 80). He has so much to offer. Please keep coming back to his catalogue.
An anthem from the 80s, and as a high school age guy, this was something special between me & girlfriend. Peter’s vocals are tremendous & just hit you. I know numerous folks have suggested but I’ll add to it; y’all gotta watch the concert video! …& it would be special treat for us if you reacted to that too. It’s a whole new dimension & really gets you….it’s just a thing of beauty. It’s the best of the human heart in music. (It’s one of the rare occasions where the live performance is so much better!)
I also recommend the live version of this song. If you like this more mellow side of Gabriel, you might want to check out “The Book of Love” or his duet with Kate Bush, “Don’t Give Up”. If ya want something more rocking, go with “Shock the Monkey.”
The World Tour live version of this song is definitely worth the listen as it personifies the global and tribal aspects of the song and peter Gabriel is so generous with all the artists
Now that you've checked out two songs from the brilliant "SO" album, I highly recommend another from that same record. It's called "Big Time" and the video is along the same lines as the "Sledgehammer" video. In other words, it's an AWESOME and very creative video. In fact, Peter cleaned up at the 1987 VH1 Music Awards with both of the above mentioned videos. Oh, and Peter is very interested in world music and will sometimes work with or produce records from those whom reside in other countries. The backing voice you heard on this song is done by Youssou N'Dour, an African singer, whom also toured with Peter .... the two of them sang and danced to "In Your Eyes."
I am a late 60s early 70s high school kid and loved all that music. But there are just some fantastic songs and groups from the 80s and 90s! The amount of great music focused on musicianship and melody/harmony is something you just don’t see today. Love your channel guys.
The live version of this song is like going to church. It's a work of art
I had friends that were at the show in Italy '93 that was Secret Word Live!
Talk about being jealous!!!
Came here to see if this comment was here. The song is amazing. The live version better!!
Secret World Live performance still gives me pleasant chills
Agreed. The song itself is just... soulful. Wonderful work. Its one of those songs that is so put together its hard to believe that a live performance would add anything (other than the cool factor of seeing the artist doing their art live - maybe without the polish of a studio).
But not this one. The Secret World tour recording takes this already awesome song and puts this spin on it that makes it in to something... new and special. It takes a soulful, almost intimate love song and transforms it in to a celebration of life and community. Without taking away from the original. Its like being able to experience a single event in history in two parallel universes.
Love both recordings. Absolutely recommend experiencing both.
@@arandomnamegoeshere Well said👍👍
To echo everyone, the Live version of this song from the Secret World Tour is a MUST SEE. I’ve seen it dozens of time and can watch it dozens more. Simply amazing!!
This one is better
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This song means a lot to 80s kids due to the scene in Say Anything, a movie starring John Cusack where he holds up a boom box while playing this song to win back his dream girl! It's iconic, both the song and the scene!
I don’t remember it, I’m 50. Sorry shocking I know.
the boombox.... oh gosh, I fell in LOVE with John Cusack right then...well, okay earlier when he said he wouldn't sell anything processed...etc
That boom box scene is legendary.
@@softshallow7435 blame your folks and friends. 😂 Watch "Say Anything".... I'm genuinely sad that you missed out on this...
That scene is burned in my mind. Iconic.
The Secret World Live Tour version is a must. It amplifies every emotion Amber mentioned. The whole concert is amazing. Don't Give Up, Shaking the Tree, Come Talk to Me, and The Blood of Eden are also musts from this concert.
Blood Of Eden is my favorite. It's so spiritual! Absouletly beutifull!
Also don't forget, probably the best version of San Jacinto ever, too.
Just love the song and story
The Seccret World version pales compared to the 1986 live version. Nobody can replace Youssou N'Dour, African dancers. The Secret World tour attempted to recreate that - it was a very good performance but nothing close to 1986 version.
@@lavalleecg The Live In Athens that came with the latest edition of So is great.
I especially loved the versions of Shock The Monkey and Family Snapshot
Steam has to be my fav from the Secret World Live tour for sure
The live version from Secret World Tour is really a vibe! Unforgettable!
Paula Cole's performance in that one is unforgettable.
@@selfrealeyes Agree!
The entire Secret World concert is incredible. Paula Cole . wow
Yes, please check this version out.
True, its a must watch!!! Treat yourself!!
Secret world live. Thats the name of the tour. AMAZING. Paula Cole vocals bring it to a new level
My absolute fave Peter Gabriel song. There's an incredible live performance with a number of world musicians on stage with him. It's worth a view.
It's an incredible performance 🥰
It's at the Secret World Live concert
@@brendaclark8344 yes, thanks for adding the specifics. That's more helpful to them. 😂
@@brendaclark8344 It really is magical. I wish so much I had been in to Peter Gabriel back then.
Agreed a great experience 😉👏👏👏✌️
Now that you’ve heard this tune, you simply MUST add Cameron Crowe’s directorial debut, SAY ANYTHING (1989), to your movie watchlist! This song has a pivotal role in that film’s storyline and is featured in an iconic scene in the movie. Plus it’s just a fantastic film with very well written characters.
The live performance of this song is awesome! You definitely should check it out!
Ya ... the video with Paula Cole is, I think my favorite most awesome live video! th-cam.com/video/evN6DIGPIJM/w-d-xo.html
I was gonna say the same thing
Agreed. That bit when Papa Wemba comes in at the end is soul-inspiring.
@@jtbse ~ Thanks so much for posting the link!
World Music at it finest
If you search Genesis live videos when Peter Gabriel was in it , you'll see he was always in some crazy outfits & makeup
Fantastic song. The live performance from secret world tour is one of the greatest live performances I have ever seen.
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Same here 🥰
Not many performers deliver live even better than the studio version, but I agree with you about this song from the secret world tour. Just on another level
Exactly, I realize I've never seen this original music video, because if I watch a video of this song it's the live version.
Absolutely! One of the best live performances I've ever seen!
That’s the great Tony Levin on bass, an absolute master.
I Implore you guys to watch the live version of this from Arica on his world tour. One of the greatest Live performances ever. The song is longer. You’ll never forget it.
It will definitely change how you view music performances forever.
I was really hoping it was going to be the live version from secret world live tour. It’s incredible and worth checking out because it’s so different.
@@craigcooper7586 Thanks to all who mentioned this. I hadn't seen the live version so I looked it up and aside from the deep envy I felt for those who were in the audience, I enjoyed it very much.
I believe the live version in Africa you're talking about was to celebrate Nelson Mandela's 70th birthday.
Just watch Secret World Live… Great concert film, nothing but masterpieces..
If you guys loved this, the performance of this song In Peter Gabriel's Secret World Tour will absolutely blow your minds! Simply beautiful and amazing
Peter Gabriel actually said it is a love song but also a song to God. You should definitely see the live version with all the African singers and musicians. It gives me chills.
He has also said that it is his first ever Love song.
Yes, I have the DVD of that concert, fantastic
YES! A live version of it is a MUST! I was almost hoping it would be a live version of it, but not. Either way I still love the song!!
I think it's one of the greatest love songs ever written.
Song is actually a love letter he wrote to Rebecca de Mornay.
She was asked about it several times and basically blew it off since the relationship fizzled…
The man writes a amazing song about you and how he fell in love with you and you just go “Meh”.
*Live Version - Live Version - Live Version - Live Version - Live Version - Live Version* - There are about ten live versions out there - but there is one - a single version (the 86 tour) - that will give you chills upon chills. Amber will have died and gone to heaven when she hears it.
The best. Better than Secret World.
The live version can be found on the album called “So” and it is 10:39 in length. It is wonderful. The following track is “Biko”, another great listen.
It is a powerful love song. The live version can be found on the album called “So” and it is 10:39 in length. It is wonderful. The following track is “Biko”, another great listen.
Agreed, it is so spectacular.
The live version is more than just a song, it's an artistic performance
I fell in love with this song watching the movie Say Anything. I love the line "without a noise, without my pride, I reach out from the inside". John Cusak holding the boom box has turned into an iconic image. But I will say, the live performance with African performers is just amazing.
I second that. I loved the movie and loved the song in it but the live version with the African performers is really something to behold.
The movie melds into the song in such a beautiful way.
the singer is Senegalese Youssou N Dour,singing in Wolof. He is basically singing the same chorus, just in Wolof
He should have just stood there and held it at the Hollywood bowl rather than giving it to Peter 😂
I have to give a shout out to *Youssou N'Dour* for his backing vocals, which are the main lyrics, sung in his native Wolof His voice brings a tribal feel for sure, but also feels uplifting and spiritual to me
I think they reacted to Seven Seconds his duet with Neneh Cherry, so it's not the first time they've heard him.
Thank you! His contribution to this song is immeasurable!
The live concert version is everything!!!❤️❤️
I can't hear this song without replaying that scene in "Say Anything" and this seems to be the same sentiment with all my 80s folks.
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It, supposedly, wasn’t the original song and was added post-production.
"Lloyd Dobler, alright."😂
⚜️ You MUST watch the live version! It will make you dance, it will make you sing, it will make you cry tears of joy, it is one of the single most amazing works of musicianship and art ever! ❤️
The live version is a game changer.
Live performance of this is one of best things I've ever seen musically.
This is one of the most beautiful love songs ever written. You need to watch the 10+ minutes concert version!
Perfect timing! Genesis was blessed to have two great lead singers in Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins. Beautiful music!
Simply...it's a perfect song.
Say Anything!!! Now you gotta listen to the song while holding a boombox over your head 😂
One of my favorite songs ever! It washes over you. Y’all watch SAY ANYTHING.
Another beautiful song of Peter Gabriel is 'Biko'.Well worth listening to and looking into the story origins.
There is a movie as well.
Legend has it, his parties have all the big names, and he greets them with the widest smile!
One of Peter's best. The live version is unbeFRICKINlievable. Romantic, heartwarming, and hits you right in the feels. I hope you will check out "Shock the Monkey", "Digging in the Dirt", "I Have the Touch", and his duet with Kate Bush, "Don't Give Up". And is it coincidence that you follow up Phil Collins with his former bandmate???
I didn't realize it was Kate Bush on Don't Give Up that makes it even better 😊
As mentioned, the Live 'Secret Worlds' tour version of this song is on a whole other level. One of the few times I enjoy the live version to the studio one.
Live version
Live version
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It's one of the greatest Live performances ever!!!!
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Shaking The Tree is another Peter Gabriel song with a great tribal influence.
Peter Gabriel is simply sublime. Outstanding musician. I adore everything he's done.
The "So" concert of 1986 still ranks as one of the best shows I have ever seen. Youssou N'Dour (the brilliant singer on "In Your Eyes") and his band were the opening act and later joined Peter for "In Your Eyes." The energy, dancing, and musicianship were incredible. They remained onstage for the next (and final) song, the very moving "Biko." By the end, there was not a dry eye in the house. Very excited to see him on his upcoming tour later this year.
I know I was all around this too back then ❤
My favorite song from my all-time favorite album. Check out the live version. It's a masterpiece.
As others have no doubt said, the live version is--wow. As is everything else on that live performance. Must see!
You must see the Secret World live version. It really brings out the African roots, with simply amazing dancing.
This song *always* gives me chills, especially at the end when Youssou N'Dour's vocal come in. For me it touches on those desires to not just fit in but to find the place where I can shine and be my best "me".
Your comment just made me cry. Perfect description of what this song says to me too. 🙏
Guys, as great as this version is, the live version from The Secret World Tour is one of the most epic live performances you will ever see in your life. You must must must must do that!
Most definitely, watch the live concert version of this song. You will love it
IN YOUR EYES SECRET WORLD LIVE
I just love Peter Gabriel he is an awesome talent.
You would love the live version of this song.
"Secret World" is one of the best live albums ever.
Every song on it is pure gold.
You might enjoy a movie called "Say Anything," where this great song is featured.
My personal favorite song of all time
I love this song. There is a live version that will give you a whole new appreciation for this song.
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I had the pleasure of seeing Mr. Gabriel live. One of the best concerts I ever went too.
You really should also experience the live version. It is performed by a group of musicians who've mastered its performance. So good. We want to see you seeing it.
Well if you like Peter Gabriel songs going into a tribal vibe... then "Biko" is a must ! One of my fav Peter Gabriel songs !
Great 80s classic popularized by the movie Say Anything with John Cusack holding up the boom box
John and Joan are both in that movie. It's so classic.
From one of the most iconic movie moments of the 80s!
The boom box scene with this song playing from the movie Say Anything remains iconic all these years later.
One of the best songs ever, and Peter Gabriel put on the best live shows out of all the great bands I've ever seen. I saw him twice around 90-93 with Sinead O'Connor and Paula Cole joining him for songs. He organized a huge multi-cultural tour called WOMAD (World of Music, Art, and Dance) and headlined it for years. Peter Gabriel just had this professionalism in his shows that made it seem like he was there playing just for the crowd and putting the utmost of love and care into the delivery.
Also I see you two put out a Phil Collins video at the same time as this. Interesting timing considering Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins were both Lead Singers for the band Genesis. I guess Phil just announced his resignation from Genesis because of health reasons. Wishing them and all the best of health now.
Oh wow! I've been blessed to have seen him live several times. And he is coming back on tour. A recommendation for your movie channel is his concert video "Secret World Live". Without a doubt the greatest concert footage ever.
I've got to jump on the Secret World Tour bandwagon. I've been hoping you would cover this song & that version in particular. Its pure joy.
Gotta see the movie "Say Anything"... This is the "Love Song" for that movie... I think you will really enjoy this 80's classic movie...❤❤❤
This song is such a masterpiece. The lyrics, the combinations of the sources and styles of music, the bass riff, the lyrics, just everything, is so freaking good.
and as others have said, the extended live version is insanely amazing.
Incredible song one of my favorite songs ever so glad you’re finally doing this one. It was featured in an iconic scene in a movie called Say Anything with John Cusack .
One of the best lyrically written songs ever made
I sent y’all either a comment or an email telling you that if you do this song it really should be the live version of him and his band on stage. It’s a way more spiritual type vibe. I can’t explain it you’ll just have to see it for yourself. It’s almost African spiritual. It’ll say “In Your Eyes (Secret World Live). You will love this song and the meaning a WHOLE lot more!
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I think if it's your first time ever hearing a song, then go ahead and listen to the album version. That way when you do see the live version, you will have context and you will know how the artist changed or interpreted the song for live performance, and you will enjoy it that much more.
Yes, I made the same comment recently.
@@Johnny_Socko yup either way. Now that they have heard this version they have to do the live one on stage. It’s a whole other vibe. Just like when they done FFDP and Gone Away, now they should do The Offspring’s Gone Away. Which while at it I’ve been begging for them to react to Jonny Lang and Lie to me to from him. They would love that song.
Oh man!! You have GOT TO watch it live. You need to see it live with Paula Cole singing backup.
I have been waiting for this song ❤
Tony Levin is the bassist on this track as well as many of Peter Gabriels songs. Watching him play and some of his techniques is really cool. As others have said you need to check some of the performances from Secret World Tour/Live, with Tony Levin on base and Paula Cole for backup vocals. San Jacinto, Digging in the Dirt, In Your Eyes, and Blood of Eden are some of my favorites.
Whole album is fantastic. Live version is next level. Also, now you have to watch Say Anything.
He went out of his way to build this song...everything about it draws you in. I believe he loves it.
The live version of this from his "Secret World Live" tour is even better, you should really do a separate reaction for that one. You will not be disappointed!
My favorite Peter Gabriel song! Hands down.
One of my favs. You gotta see the live version from the Secret World Tour. It will blow your mind.
One of my favorite songs of all. Such a wonderful artist and reaction.
Perhaps his biggest hit, and one of my favorites. A few others to suggest: Red Rain, Steam (has sledgehammer vibes), Shock the Monkey, and Games without Frontiers. Pretty cool that you are doing both of Genesis' lead singers from their solo careers! Now that you have heard this song you should watch the movie "Say Anything" and you will understand why this song is so special to folks my age!
Not to mention Big Time, my fave
And Biko which taught a generation about apartheide.
Add Solisbury Hill. A fun version is the one from David Letterman with the orchestra.
His biggest hit was Sledgehammer number one in July 1986
Love Shock the Monkey. First single I ever bought. 😁 Red Rain is gorgeous. Games Without Frontiers is iconic. Solsbury Hill is a total vibe.
I love that Peter lets the tribal part have the last word...
This song has such an iconic 80s sound. Red Rain is also a another great one to check out
Check out the live version of this song on his "Secret World." It's absolutely wonderful....mind blowing.
If you want to take this song to another level, watch the Secret World Live version...amazing!!!
THIS MAN IS ONE OFTHE MOST AWESOME PERFORMERS AND PRODUCER OF SOME GREAT MUSIC!! AND THIS IS MY FAVORITE SONG OF HIS!
Peter Gabriel should be knighted for his selfless global humanitarian work, let alone his fantastic contributions to music and culture. My favorite artist. Everything he did with Genesis is wonderful. His bio is a fascinating read.
Need to do the live version of this song! It is amazing!
Thank you so much. Peter Gabriel is such an amazing artist. I love to close my eyes and listen to RED RAIN. Please put that on your list.
Probably my favorite song of his
You gotta watch a live version of this. The other vocals on this song is a Senegalese singer/songwriter Youssou N’ Dour! Amazing to watch Peter Gabriel and Youssou sing together. Both are amazing!! The musicians that Peter Gabriel collaborated with are truly incredible!!!
Love your channel!!!
Cheers. Chris
This was my prom song, my junior year of high school. ❤
As others have mentioned, this song was used in a pivotal scene from the Cameron Crowe movie Say Anything. This is definately a movie you need to watch for your movie reaction channel. It is one of my favorite movies all time.
he has so many great songs. "when you're falling" is another favorite, and even "i grieve"
I love this song! The live performance is a masterpiece and a must see!
It's honestly one of the greatest songs ever written. It's perfect.
peter gabriel is the single most important artist in my life. He has inspired my lyrical writing, how I approach song writing in general and sparked my world-political views as I moved from middle school to high school (79 into 80). He has so much to offer. Please keep coming back to his catalogue.
One of my favorite songs by Peter Gabriel. The drums are great too.
Must do Shock The Monkey, Games Without Frontiers, and Solsbury Hill
They've done Solsbury Hill. Great choices!
This is my favorite Peter Gabriel song! Thanks for doing it. I'm glad you loved it!
Guys you have to do the Secret World tour version of this it was an absolutely beautiful encore to one of the best concerts I have ever attended
It's such a beautiful song; brings tears to my eyes whenever I heard through the years..
This is a true Masterpiece!!! The live version is way better!!! You'll love it!!!💕💕🎵🎼🎶🎸🎤🎙🎹🥁🤘🔥
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An anthem from the 80s, and as a high school age guy, this was something special between me & girlfriend. Peter’s vocals are tremendous & just hit you. I know numerous folks have suggested but I’ll add to it; y’all gotta watch the concert video! …& it would be special treat for us if you reacted to that too. It’s a whole new dimension & really gets you….it’s just a thing of beauty. It’s the best of the human heart in music. (It’s one of the rare occasions where the live performance is so much better!)
I also recommend the live version of this song. If you like this more mellow side of Gabriel, you might want to check out “The Book of Love” or his duet with Kate Bush, “Don’t Give Up”. If ya want something more rocking, go with “Shock the Monkey.”
The World Tour live version of this song is definitely worth the listen as it personifies the global and tribal aspects of the song and peter Gabriel is so generous with all the artists
Now that you've checked out two songs from the brilliant "SO" album, I highly recommend another from that same record. It's called "Big Time" and the video is along the same lines as the "Sledgehammer" video. In other words, it's an AWESOME and very creative video. In fact, Peter cleaned up at the 1987 VH1 Music Awards with both of the above mentioned videos. Oh, and Peter is very interested in world music and will sometimes work with or produce records from those whom reside in other countries. The backing voice you heard on this song is done by Youssou N'Dour, an African singer, whom also toured with Peter .... the two of them sang and danced to "In Your Eyes."
One of the most beautiful songs, ever.❤
I am a late 60s early 70s high school kid and loved all that music. But there are just some fantastic songs and groups from the 80s and 90s! The amount of great music focused on musicianship and melody/harmony is something you just don’t see today. Love your channel guys.