I stopped listening to his song for many days Idk why but 2 days ago suddenly I started listening "message" by vangelis. And it was raining outside at the same time. I was wondering how he made the music so much soulful. Today i was scrolling through comments in one of his songs where i spot a comment R.i.p. Which literally shocked me...
@@Davez621 Informal use. Drag, as a verb, is the act of pulling. When you take a drag from a cigarette, you’re inhaling or pulling the smoke. its more drawn out than a puff which is quick
I spent like 3 days showing that moment to friends, family, random people on the street. A good laugh every time AND we would listen till the end every time.
"Chariots of Fire" though, was the theme song of the 1984 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Regards, Michael M. Kamau, Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa, 21st April 2024.
When my son graduated basic training in the Air Force, they come running up in formation at the break of dawn to this song blasting on the arena loud speakers…proudest moment of my life to see my little boy transformed into a warrior. Still gives me goosebumps when I type this out
Remember this moment, when your lad stood a titan. Always remember and cherish it, even when he won't. And remind him of it, so that he may stand a titan again.
One of his biggest hits, Vangelis has left us with a mountain, possibly even mountain range of musical hits to last several lifetimes. RIP Vangelis, and thank you for the music.
This song inspired my Father to run a triathlon. He is now 87 and I hope to have this gorgeous song played at his funeral because it is his favorite movie and song. RIP legend, you inspired so many.❤
Does everyone grasp the importance of this moment? The people that lived during the great classical music movement of the late 1700's and early 1800"s surely appreciated the level of masterpieces that were produced. We, if for not the one great maestro of this century Vangelis, have very little mantle of such. Thank you, Maestro, what an honor to have witnessed your brilliance in my lifetime.
Reminds me of that old SNL John Belushi skit where he’s running track at the Olympics and then he does a tv commercial while smoking a cigarette & holding a cereal box that says Donuts 🍩 on it.
Immortality perhaps?? A precious moment caught not just in time but thankfully on video too....a cup of coffee, enjoying a cigarette also, a true Masterpiece, and Vangelis a true Master, Artist and Gentleman too...🎶🎵🎶....
My dad died when I was 12, in 1988, he was 36. I don't remember many of the things he liked, but I clearly recall that he loved this theme. I miss you dad, thanks Vangelis for your art!
Dear Vangelis, I just want to let you know, whenever your soul may be ascending to, is similar to what you left to us in this world. The burning tears that I had for my late father who passed away on January 12, 2020 is the very same as of May 17, 2022. I believe many also felt the same. You spoke of love, courage, sympathy, greatness and hope like no one else could. When it was and will be difficult, you were the father; friend; light; closer to God and to nature itself for every single heart that listened to you. And for that, I really do hope that heavens exist so we/I can thank you there. All that is left is to carry the blissful smile in honor of your existence that happened once in a lifetime. May your spirit of sound never rest and echo for eternities.
Damn, this song brings back such good memories... The Movie was incredible as well.... This song has been one of my favorites since I saw the movie in Theatres as an 11 year old kid. This song is always in my heart!!
Ça,retrace une vraie histoire entre 2 athlets britannique pendant les jeux olympiques de 1924 d été à paris,très bon film et très bons acteurs et très bonne musique
This guy. This score. He got me revved up for big games, races, exams, anything. He picked me up when I was down. He inspired and he soothed. RIP legend.
RIP Vangelis I remember my coach putting this song on for us while we drove to a race and you could just feel the Ora of this music hit your soul and get you ready to race. RIP vangelis
That was a serendipitous error. Ora is Latin. It means mouths, but is also the imperative form of the verb orare, to pray. Best known in the phrase "ora pro nobis," pray for us, used in Catholic liturgy. This song IS a prayer of sorts.
Только что узнал об этом исполнителе благодаря фильму "Баунти", поинтересовался, кто автор музла, и узнал много интересного. Классный композитор, моё уважение.
So sorry to hear of Vangelis' passing. A treasured childhood memory of mine is watching my brother practice this on the piano when I was barely tall enough to peer over the keyboard. I thought it was beautiful music even at that young age and have loved it all my life, and now my own children do, too. Was really cool to have a run along the beach this scene is from with the family several years ago when we were all in Scotland together. Thanks for all the music and memories, Vangelis.
The movie was beautiful. Very touching with this theme song to match. Oscar for best picture and for best music score for 1982. Well deserved. RIP Vangelis, you will live on.
My dad and I watched this movie together and he had this song on tape. We used to listen to it all the time while stripping and staining furniture when I was a kid. Learning everything about tools..lol My dad passed in February. I've tried half heartedly to find this song the past few months with no luck. Yesterday I was digging through an old abandoned storage compartment and came across a 1981 vinyl in a perfect sleeve with the words "Chariots of Fire" written across the top. I knew right away I had found that song. I tried to get an old record player to work today, and after failing I came to TH-cam. Thank you whoever posted this.
When I first heard this song, it was an inspiration and something woke up in me. One lesson I learned that time and It's my gold rule until now in my life, to always perservere in everything I set out to do. Thank you Maestro.
Rest in peace, Vangelis the virtuoso. What a magnificent composer we got to enjoy all these years but this, this is his best work. Chariots of Fire will hit differently now after the Maestro has passed on the beaches of heaven. May he find eternal rest and peace there.
Descanse en Paz, esta canción la ponían mucho en mi antiguo Colegio Cervantes de Dos Hermanas, Sevilla cuando entrábamos a clase en vez del típico pitido. Siempre me traerá muy buenos recuerdos.
Vangelis was unique. I love how he managed to unlock feelings you thought you would never feel by a 'synth-esque song'. Definitely a sensible musician.
Even as an 11 year old kid I found this music, and film, inspirational. 40 years later nothing has changed apart from my knackered knees. Thanks for the memories Vangelis, you were truly one of the greats
Me too. I was 10 and just learning to play on my tiny Yamaha Portasound. Vangelis, Kraftwerk and so many more were huge influences on me and my music. I love cinematic tunes. You can hear a bit of it on my channel. I’m just an amateur though. ☺️
@@final_mile_music9713 Same guy. I can't even remember how old I was when I first heard it. Heard it during the Olympics with mr bean and searched for it for weeks. My soul remembered the song.
@BeverleyLFoster Stavros Logaridis and Vangelis were long time friends, at least until Stavros sued Vangelis in 1987. His complaint was plagiarism, and the subject was "Chariots of Fire". When the case was brought to court, Vangelis played in front of the judge to explain his method of composition. Not surprisingly, the judge ruled Vangelis to be the genuine composer of "Chariots of Fire"
A MOMENT OF SILENCE FOR MY FATHER WHO ADORED THIS MAN AND THIS SONG. HE PLAYED THIS 25 TIMES A DAY AND IT'LL BE ENGRAINED IN ME FOREVER. I LOVE YOU PAPA. R.I.P
@@moonshoes11 Our Savior Jesus Christ experienced and suffered the fulness of all mortal challenges according to the flesh so He could know according to the flesh how to succor [which means to give relief or aid to] His people according to their infirmities. He therefore knows our struggles, our heartaches, our temptations, and our suffering, for He willingly experienced them all as an essential part of His Atonement. And because of this, His Atonement empowers Him to succor us, to give us the strength to bear it all.
With the Olympics on right now that I have so greatly enjoyed watching. This is such an iconic soundtrack and film and I was also fortunate enough to have the opportunity to meet the producer of this film, Lord David Puttnam a couple of times over the last two years in Ireland and he's a truly wonderful and inspiring person. Truly dedicated to supporting and inspiring the next generation of aspiring artists. He gave me the great advice of never giving up and I treasure the signed festival programme he so kindly wrote in for me. Much like the film and music, a great inspiration for us all. I have always loved this score.
Oh God! The beauty of this music.. It's my graduation march in 1982... I can still see myself walking up to the podium to receive my graduation Certificate .. RIP Maestro!
Had my own “Chariots of Fire” moment around 10 years ago. I used to run cross-country competitively in college. We had a stretch of naturally occurring trails that ran through various farms and towns in a valley area in upstate New York. Open land and crop fields as far as the eye could see. Anyway, a few of the boys and I ran on a section of trail that went through one of the farms. One that had horses, no less. About 4-5 of the horses ran with us for about 300-400 meters before they reached the boundary of the farm and we continued on the trail. It’s an unforgettable moment that I will take to my grave.
Não sei se fui às lágrimas pelo filme ou por essa maravilha❤❤❤O compositor passava por um período difícil, a depressão. Qdo sua genialiadade foi conduzida pela música.❤❤❤
Olá, @@geniiilson37, esta lindíssima música, Chariots of Fire, filme dramático britânico, lançado em 1981, que conta a história verídica de dois corredores britânicos que trouxeram glória ao seu país nos Jogos Olímpicos de 1924, em Paris.
I hope from the bottom of my heart that the famous Chariots of Fire will carry him where he belongs: among the stars and galaxies, where only his imagination could reach! Thank you Vangelis for the world and the visions you have given us! Rest in peace, great composer of all times!
Arguably the most deserved 'best original score' Oscar win. You cannot hear this song without being immediately taken to the film and/or the Olympics. What an absolute classic.
THE greatest melody writer of our generations. With "Conquest of Paradise", "Petite fille de la mer", "Mythodea Movement 9" and this - this is easily the most epic yet soulful tunes of the last century. Feels like it's too much too big melodies for 1 composer to create. Vangelis' god-like music was the thing that made me want to become a composer myself. Which now I did. Sometimes I try to re-create music in Vangelis' heavenly style. Thank you for being my mentor, maestro. Your legacy will live for generations.
@@LocoSoundZ sure, just forget about Hans Zimmer, Howard Shore or John Williams. Not to belittle Vangelis, but there are other big namens of equal value out there
@@ericdelaporte9995Not to belittle every name on your lists, but Zimmer and all the others can only polish the shoes at E N N I O ( Morricone for single-celled organisms . .)
Ian Charleson gave an amazing performance in this film and read the Bible through twice to get into his character. Too bad we lost him in 1990. Eric Liddell died in a Japanese concentration camp toward the end of WWII of a brain tumour.
Not everyone familiar with this movie, but I’m sure (almost) everyone, at least once in their life, has heard of this beautiful score ❤️ #RIP Vangelis 😇🙏🏼
Superbe ! Magnifique ! J’ai visité Petra dans les années 90, et je reconnais les tombeaux, le théâtre, les montagnes... extraordinaire ! Merci pour ce travail splendide !❤❤
Damn right. Those brass instruments are the welcoming sound of heaven. lol And Elisha saw it, and he cried, My father, my father, the chariot of Israel, and the horsemen thereof. And he saw him no more: and he took hold of his own clothes, and rent them in two pieces
This is too cool. Vangelis is just chilling, composing, smoking like a chimney, and watching footage of athletes running. So wrong. . . yet so right. . . so perfectly 80s.
Sewer Tapes The father of Vangelis Papathanassiou had been a legendary runner in his time in native Greece. The director of Chariots of Fire said this background helped Vangelis fully appreciate the story and footage and compose the remarkable soundtrack.
@@PickleDillGaming I'll assume that was a question. Stavros Logarides wrote "City of Violets" before this came out. I got my feelings hurt when I heard it for the first time.
I've always known of this song but never knew anything about Vangelis. In my naivety, i honestly thought this was a classical song from the era of such great composers and lumped them together. So I would say you are absolutely correct except for the "in 100 years" part
When I was 17 this movie and music fired my soul. At 59 my heart still soars: my spirit burns to run, barefoot and free, across the brooding shores of Life.
I love to see people of 50 years and above commenting, so respectful,so genuine are those comments, in this garbage of trolls and bots.Thank you sir for sharing.😊
ΗΕ HAS SAID THAT TO WRITE SUCH MUSIC, HE ALWAYS GETS INSPIRED BY THE GREEK CULTURE AND CIVILISATION !!!!!......WHEN HE WRITES SUCH MASTER PIECES HE IS IN CONTACT SPIRITUALLY WITH THE GREEK GOD APOLLO !!!!
This song over 30+ years later still has the power to inspire and motivate even the weakest average joe schmo to pick themselves up from the dirt, and continue to strive to accomplish even the most daunting and impossible of tasks; even when everyone else tell them that they can't do it; and just speaking for myself everytime I hear this piece of music, it just somehow gives me that extra kick to just keep on going, and reminds me that even when something or someone tries to hold me down, or hold me back it gives me a reason to persevere and never give up. Rest in peace Sir Vangelis, and may you play this song to welcome me when I run for the pearly gates of Heaven. God bless and God speed sir.
I FINALLY FOUND THE NAME OF THIS SONG, MY LIFE IS NOW COMPLETE!
SAME
Is it used in deadpool?
dude, congratulations !
True😂
Adheeb Mohideen Same here.
RIP Vangelis Papathanassiou. Thank you for the epic themes, soundtracks and visionary music you shared with the world, they will be eternal.
Rest in Peace, and thank you for your great music. With love from Austria.
@@stefantaxacher5057 Richtig! So ist es! The best! Austria loves you Vangelis!
Just learnt his passing, so sad....
@@sidk2943 His music will live on and inspire forever :)
I stopped listening to his song for many days Idk why but 2 days ago suddenly I started listening "message" by vangelis. And it was raining outside at the same time. I was wondering how he made the music so much soulful. Today i was scrolling through comments in one of his songs where i spot a comment R.i.p. Which literally shocked me...
Rest in Peace Maestro.
Yes
damn he died just today and i got recommended this
Je suis d'une grande tristesse, j'ai du mal à accepter.
@@megamix3184 we will all be dust one day, thank you my friends, it is an artist that I love very much.
See you at Olympics 2024 in Paris
This music video itself is proof of why the 80s is such an awesome decade.
His music started long before the 80's...
Awesome hair and beards.
And cigarettes on pianos 😂
Absolutely
RIP. One of the most stunning pieces ever made
Yes
Very sad....the beautiful music will live on🎼🎶🎶🎶😪
Still gives me chills.
Tears in rain....
Yes
This song sounds like the feeling you feel when you finally find this song.
😂🤣😂🤣
hahahaha yes
Absolutely...
lmao facts
I absolutely love this movie
He passed away but his music will keep him alive... RIP Vangelis...
I would have loved to have met this genius
The drag on the cigarette before playing one of the most famous themes of all time is pure rock n roll. Genius.
What's a drag?
@@Davez621 Informal use. Drag, as a verb, is the act of pulling. When you take a drag from a cigarette, you’re inhaling or pulling the smoke. its more drawn out than a puff which is quick
I spent like 3 days showing that moment to friends, family, random people on the street. A good laugh every time AND we would listen till the end every time.
- In memory of Maestro.... Vangelis....
🔥
Today I watch Chariots of Fire on TCM & dedicated to the one of the most composer for all time the great late Vangelis
внезапно )) приятно видеть этот коммент. Одесса, родненькая ..🥺🥺
Боже, дай разума украинцам 🙏🤫
@@marinaleda3228 😅 drrxdddsss dddde ddgg
The unofficial anthem of the Olympic Games.
Without a doubt.
Mr Bean version ia the best😜😜😜
Forever !
wow relatee, on olympic games in Nintendo
wow related! Olympic Games in Nintendo 1990
"Chariots of Fire" though, was the theme song of the 1984 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Regards, Michael M. Kamau, Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa, 21st April 2024.
When my son graduated basic training in the Air Force, they come running up in formation at the break of dawn to this song blasting on the arena loud speakers…proudest moment of my life to see my little boy transformed into a warrior. Still gives me goosebumps when I type this out
That’s beautiful
The USAF Thunderbird aerial demonstration team played this in the background while performing.
100th-up vote for you!
Remember this moment, when your lad stood a titan. Always remember and cherish it, even when he won't. And remind him of it, so that he may stand a titan again.
שאלוהים יברך אותו! מרגש!
God bless him, excaite!
Moti from Israel
Guy takes a giant puff of a dart, then proceeds to play one of the most majestic and inspirational tunes of all time. Legend status for you Sir
Rest in peace, Maestro.So sad to hear the legend Vangelis has passed away.His superb compositions will live with us forever.
The moment in life when you do your best toward your goal is the happiest time.
Because your soul is full of hope rather than despair.
2012 London Olympics medal ceremony BGM
One of his biggest hits, Vangelis has left us with a mountain, possibly even mountain range of musical hits to last several lifetimes. RIP Vangelis, and thank you for the music.
Definitely a mountain range
A very sad day for a truly original and most talented of musicians ,the world will miss this great man,R.I.P
This song inspired my Father to run a triathlon. He is now 87 and I hope to have this gorgeous song played at his funeral because it is his favorite movie and song. RIP legend, you inspired so many.❤
RIP Vangelis, what a GENIUS
THIS SHOULD BE THE OFFICIAL THEME OF OLYMPICS EVERY YEAR!
That’s legitimately a great idea.
They already do have a main theme for the Olympics but you're right. This should at least be a secondary Olympics theme.
You mean every 4 year, right?😂
It was for a long time. But the fact is the movie is now 40 years old
Actually Mr. bean does it
Does everyone grasp the importance of this moment? The people that lived during the great classical music movement of the late 1700's and early 1800"s surely appreciated the level of masterpieces that were produced. We, if for not the one great maestro of this century Vangelis, have very little mantle of such. Thank you, Maestro, what an honor to have witnessed your brilliance in my lifetime.
The fact he's smoking a cigarette whilst playing a song associated with training and the Olympics is something we will never get back again.
I'd like to think the irony was intentional.
Reminds me of that old SNL John Belushi skit where he’s running track at the Olympics and then he does a tv commercial while smoking a cigarette & holding a cereal box that says Donuts 🍩 on it.
Perhaps in an ancient culture a "smoke" was in fact a "chariot of fire"
Greek soul They smoke a lot
Immortality perhaps?? A precious moment caught not just in time but thankfully on video too....a cup of coffee, enjoying a cigarette also, a true Masterpiece, and Vangelis a true Master, Artist and Gentleman too...🎶🎵🎶....
RIP Vangelis. In two weeks, I'll have been running for 45 years and I still have your music in my head on some of my tougher runs. Thank you.
it's not George Moroder, it's Vangelis
It's been 2 weeks... Happy Anniversary!
Can you share your playlist?
i am sorry william, for your tougher runs. i know the feeling.
he indeed gave this world a beautiful state of mind with his music.
I am 38 soon and I have never ran in my life. You are an inspiration!
My dad died when I was 12, in 1988, he was 36. I don't remember many of the things he liked, but I clearly recall that he loved this theme. I miss you dad, thanks Vangelis for your art!
My mom died in 87 when I was 13… 😢she was 38
Beautiful theme and my Condolences to both of you
Now I know your age
I can relate totally! Bless you!
@joriebelnap338 blessings to you. This is a gift for us to Keep close to our hearts forever!
One of our favorite movies with outstanding music!
Dear Vangelis,
I just want to let you know, whenever your soul may be ascending to, is similar to what you left to us in this world.
The burning tears that I had for my late father who passed away on January 12, 2020 is the very same as of May 17, 2022. I believe many also felt the same.
You spoke of love, courage, sympathy, greatness and hope like no one else could. When it was and will be difficult, you were the father; friend; light; closer to God and to nature itself for every single heart that listened to you.
And for that, I really do hope that heavens exist so we/I can thank you there.
All that is left is to carry the blissful smile in honor of your existence that happened once in a lifetime.
May your spirit of sound never rest and echo for eternities.
Amen 🙏
Покойся с миром, Вангелис. Благодарю тебя за твоё творчество.
The musician is gone, but the music remains eternal.
50% meme
50% masterpiece
@@Agent_Richochet78 no. let me correct that.
100% meme
100% masterpiece
@@giyutomioka2460 200% meme
200% masterpiece
300% meme 300% masterpiece
@@Yumi-hl9yf
400% meme, 400% masterpiece.
Damn, this song brings back such good memories... The Movie was incredible as well.... This song has been one of my favorites since I saw the movie in Theatres as an 11 year old kid. This song is always in my heart!!
The very first song I can remember hearing as a child. What a blessing!
Same. Instilled in me a sense of wonder...
@@serotoninsyndrome indeed
I was about ten when this came out. Great memories. In my top 50 songs of all time.
Me too
I was in 1st grade. My mom loved this song.
So lucky to have experienced the 80s
This is one of the most beautiful pieces of music in existence. Rest in peace Vangelis 🙏
Yes. Inspiring to the end, and that is for you, friend.
Vangelis at his best, RIP Vangelis.
naaah not really m8
Yes! I was in kindergarten when this came out & I'm 47 now! It's one of the most beautiful pieces I've ever heard!
My favorite instrumental of all time.
RIP Vangeli, your music & art will forever be with us and even when we 're gone it will carry on in the depths of the cosmos.
Quite literally as he also wrote the theme to the Carl Sagan series - Cosmos!
RIP Vangelis!
Ça,retrace une vraie histoire entre 2 athlets britannique pendant les jeux olympiques de 1924 d été à paris,très bon film et très bons acteurs et très bonne musique
This guy. This score. He got me revved up for big games, races, exams, anything. He picked me up when I was down. He inspired and he soothed.
RIP legend.
We’ve never met, but I can tell we’re similar. Same. RIP Legend.
Legend and thief. Look up the song City of Violets.
RIP Vangelis I remember my coach putting this song on for us while we drove to a race and you could just feel the Ora of this music hit your soul and get you ready to race. RIP vangelis
Aura
That was a serendipitous error. Ora is Latin. It means mouths, but is also the imperative form of the verb orare, to pray. Best known in the phrase "ora pro nobis," pray for us, used in Catholic liturgy. This song IS a prayer of sorts.
@@tenorlove Of sorts...but not really. So yeah. It should be aura. Nice try at covering, though.
@@Fairy_princess214 Covering what? Some people can find the hole in the grindstone and see through it.
@@tenorlove It was a misspelling. Not "serendipitous". I'm pretty sure that quoting refrigerator magnets isn't going to change that.
Such a timeless classic! A legend is gone, but his music lives forever.
He pretty much made himself immortal through his work.
What a classic piece of music
Покойтесь с миром, Эвангелос.
Спасибо вам за чарующие звуки ваших мелодий.
Me❤
Rest In Peace Vangelis, your music will pass through many generations and we will never forget you. Thank you for your music! We love ya
MASTERPIECE
RIP
THIS THEME SONG IS STILL A TIMELESS CLASSIC AFTER 40 YEARS.
I didn't realise it was 40 years old...i was a grown man when this movie came out. Somehow you've made me feel old. 🤣😂
@@jagjeetsihra2862 iwas not even in this world at that time
Holy moly, it really is 40 years
@@mrtopdown5145 I was 1970 so I was 11.
Только что узнал об этом исполнителе благодаря фильму "Баунти", поинтересовался, кто автор музла, и узнал много интересного. Классный композитор, моё уважение.
Vangelis never dies, now becomes a Legend and rise like a Star. This should be in top ten insírational music easily. RIP
RIP Vangelis. Your music will inspire for generations.
...His Legacy will keep him alive in many souls...Thank you for everything you have done!🙏💕🌟✨🌞
So sorry to hear of Vangelis' passing. A treasured childhood memory of mine is watching my brother practice this on the piano when I was barely tall enough to peer over the keyboard. I thought it was beautiful music even at that young age and have loved it all my life, and now my own children do, too. Was really cool to have a run along the beach this scene is from with the family several years ago when we were all in Scotland together. Thanks for all the music and memories, Vangelis.
This is the greatest comment I've ever seen
Vangelis catched the real spirit of the Olympic Games in this masterpiece.
Your comment is the best.
The movie was beautiful. Very touching with this theme song to match. Oscar for best picture and for best music score for 1982.
Well deserved. RIP Vangelis, you will live on.
I like how he takes a fat drag off his cigarette before playing an inspirational song about running.
best reply ever !! So true. Musicians aren't always the healthiest.
A SUPER FAT DRAG TOO- 😭😂😂
🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂
Mr. Vangelis could not have run very far, I suspect.
That was the 1980s for you.
My dad and I watched this movie together and he had this song on tape. We used to listen to it all the time while stripping and staining furniture when I was a kid. Learning everything about tools..lol
My dad passed in February. I've tried half heartedly to find this song the past few months with no luck. Yesterday I was digging through an old abandoned storage compartment and came across a 1981 vinyl in a perfect sleeve with the words "Chariots of Fire" written across the top. I knew right away I had found that song. I tried to get an old record player to work today, and after failing I came to TH-cam. Thank you whoever posted this.
Respect
Sorry to hear about your dad, respect!
Respect back at all three of you. Journey well!
Feel you man, favorite song to hear with my dad who loves this movie
All the best for your future ahead. respect
RIP Vangelis (March 29, 1943 - May 17, 2022), aged 79
You will always be remembered as a legend.
He died on my birthday that's sad 🥺
The worst thing i just know this on November 😭
@@bankruptmapping3919 dude same. i just got to know today.
@@V-for-Vendetta01 same, I just found out a few seconds ago
I didn't know hé was died !
When I first heard this song, it was an inspiration and something woke up in me. One lesson I learned that time and It's my gold rule until now in my life, to always perservere in everything I set out to do. Thank you Maestro.
Rest in peace, Vangelis the virtuoso.
What a magnificent composer we got to enjoy all these years but this, this is his best work.
Chariots of Fire will hit differently now after the Maestro has passed on the beaches of heaven.
May he find eternal rest and peace there.
Descanse en Paz, esta canción la ponían mucho en mi antiguo Colegio Cervantes de Dos Hermanas, Sevilla cuando entrábamos a clase en vez del típico pitido. Siempre me traerá muy buenos recuerdos.
Came here to say simply: RIP.
También lo ponían para lo mismo en mi colegio. Definitivamente tenían gusto los que tomaron esa decisión 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾
Descanse en paz, Maestro.
Vangelis was unique. I love how he managed to unlock feelings you thought you would never feel by a 'synth-esque song'. Definitely a sensible musician.
Even as an 11 year old kid I found this music, and film, inspirational. 40 years later nothing has changed apart from my knackered knees. Thanks for the memories Vangelis, you were truly one of the greats
Me too. I was 10 and just learning to play on my tiny Yamaha Portasound. Vangelis, Kraftwerk and so many more were huge influences on me and my music. I love cinematic tunes. You can hear a bit of it on my channel. I’m just an amateur though. ☺️
@@final_mile_music9713 Same guy. I can't even remember how old I was when I first heard it. Heard it during the Olympics with mr bean and searched for it for weeks. My soul remembered the song.
The moment in life when you do your best toward your goal is the happiest time.
Because your soul is full of hope rather than despair.
This man was a genius. Nothing more to say. RIP Vangelis
Fabuloso
@BeverleyLFoster Stavros Logaridis and Vangelis were long time friends, at least until Stavros sued Vangelis in 1987. His complaint was plagiarism, and the subject was "Chariots of Fire". When the case was brought to court, Vangelis played in front of the judge to explain his method of composition. Not surprisingly, the judge ruled Vangelis to be the genuine composer of "Chariots of Fire"
@BeverleyLFoster Stop spreading lies.
dude smoke kids
Rest in peace, Vangelis! One of the most influential composers who ever lived. May your memory be eternal!
Siempre se escuchará porque es una obra maestra de la música. Con deportistas o sin deportistas. Felicidades. Gracias por compartir desde Madrid
A MOMENT OF SILENCE FOR MY FATHER WHO ADORED THIS MAN AND THIS SONG. HE PLAYED THIS 25 TIMES A DAY AND IT'LL BE ENGRAINED IN ME FOREVER. I LOVE YOU PAPA. R.I.P
maany blessings to your dad
💎💥⛏..💎💥⛏💯💯...
May his soul rest in peace
May his memory be a blessing with every listen.
Respect
Farewell to one of the greatest composers. Vangelis Papathanasiou!
"I believe God made me for a purpose, but He also made me fast. And when I run, I feel His pleasure." -Eric Liddell
“I believe God made me for a purpose, but He also made me suffer. And when I suffer, I feel his pleasure.”
@@moonshoes11who said that?
@@zenithfilmscores
I did.
Mockingly, of course.
@@moonshoes11 ah gotcha
@@moonshoes11 Our Savior Jesus Christ experienced and suffered the fulness of all mortal challenges according to the flesh so He could know according to the flesh how to succor [which means to give relief or aid to] His people according to their infirmities.
He therefore knows our struggles, our heartaches, our temptations, and our suffering, for He willingly experienced them all as an essential part of His Atonement. And because of this, His Atonement empowers Him to succor us, to give us the strength to bear it all.
With the Olympics on right now that I have so greatly enjoyed watching. This is such an iconic soundtrack and film and I was also fortunate enough to have the opportunity to meet the producer of this film, Lord David Puttnam a couple of times over the last two years in Ireland and he's a truly wonderful and inspiring person. Truly dedicated to supporting and inspiring the next generation of aspiring artists. He gave me the great advice of never giving up and I treasure the signed festival programme he so kindly wrote in for me. Much like the film and music, a great inspiration for us all. I have always loved this score.
My former sister in law was a teacher, and played this for her students at the start of every day. I’m sure it changed their lives.
Iconic pieces of music that will live on and not be forgotten. RIP incredible man.
Oh God! The beauty of this music.. It's my graduation march in 1982... I can still see myself walking up to the podium to receive my graduation Certificate .. RIP Maestro!
Damn you’re a little old to be on here..
Sir ur comment made cry.....i can feel ur nostalgic feeling....gr8 golden old memorable days....❤
Trip fall uggh too much to drink before.....
Time flies
How time flys 🥺🥺🥺😥
The true music of an olympic soul! I'll feel it in my heart forever. Thank you!
Had my own “Chariots of Fire” moment around 10 years ago. I used to run cross-country competitively in college. We had a stretch of naturally occurring trails that ran through various farms and towns in a valley area in upstate New York. Open land and crop fields as far as the eye could see. Anyway, a few of the boys and I ran on a section of trail that went through one of the farms. One that had horses, no less. About 4-5 of the horses ran with us for about 300-400 meters before they reached the boundary of the farm and we continued on the trail. It’s an unforgettable moment that I will take to my grave.
Oh WOW! That has given me goose bumps. What a treasured memory. Best wishes from the UK. 🇬🇧
@@Whippy99 Thanks! It was incredible; haven’t had a moment like that since.
I read somewhere that there's a handful of memories you take into the afterlife. Congratulations on this one.
Good to see a US resident use metric
@@Whippy99Goosebumps Reminds me of'COMRADES MARATHON IN SA EVERY YEAR. WHAT A RACE WHAT AN EXPERIENCE
*R.I.P. Evangelos Odysseas Papathanassiou, Vangelis (1943-2022), one of the best composers of all times. Thank you so much for your great music.*
What is this?
I can't believe it was over 40 years ago this epic piece came out along with the epic production.
They go hand in hand and they remain powerful.
My thoughts as well. I had just graduated College and moved to San Francisco... and could run flat out. Those were days of Heaven.
This movie is white nonsense.
True, but forget what it all stood for.
@@anaibarangan4908🗽😂
to me Theme for Antartica is probably the mother of all music themes outthere
Não sei se fui às lágrimas pelo filme ou por essa maravilha❤❤❤O compositor passava por um período difícil, a depressão. Qdo sua genialiadade foi conduzida pela música.❤❤❤
Obrigado, Vangelis, pela Lindíssima Obra Musical, que deixou à Humanidade.
Corrida de são silvestre 👏👏👏👏👏
Meu pai tinha aquela coletanea "minha história"... quando criança ouvia de cabo a rabo... um mestre do som
Olá, @@geniiilson37, esta lindíssima música, Chariots of Fire, filme dramático britânico, lançado em 1981, que conta a história verídica de dois corredores britânicos que trouxeram glória ao seu país nos Jogos Olímpicos de 1924, em Paris.
@@joseleitao4201 Valeu pela informação. 👏👏👏👏👏👏
Semelhança com o ator CARLO PORTO.
I hope from the bottom of my heart that the famous Chariots of Fire will carry him where he belongs: among the stars and galaxies, where only his imagination could reach! Thank you Vangelis for the world and the visions you have given us! Rest in peace, great composer of all times!
🙏🙏🙏 adevărat. 🙂🤗 imbrătisandu-ne să îl imbratisăm 😪😪
Incredibly well said
Arguably the most deserved 'best original score' Oscar win. You cannot hear this song without being immediately taken to the film and/or the Olympics. What an absolute classic.
which film is it please
Plantethardrive the movie was Chariots of Fire
And what Eric stood for. What a man he was and is.
this and Indiana Jones were both in the same Oscars. 2 of the greatest ever, but only this won.
@John Ashtone Thank you so much for suggesting that vid. I can’t remember the last time I was so glued to the screen. Thrilling!
Lindíssimo,amei!Parabéns ❤
THE greatest melody writer of our generations.
With "Conquest of Paradise", "Petite fille de la mer", "Mythodea Movement 9" and this - this is easily the most epic yet soulful tunes of the last century. Feels like it's too much too big melodies for 1 composer to create.
Vangelis' god-like music was the thing that made me want to become a composer myself.
Which now I did.
Sometimes I try to re-create music in Vangelis' heavenly style.
Thank you for being my mentor, maestro.
Your legacy will live for generations.
literally... he was the greatest melody writer. artists like him exist only once.
@@LocoSoundZ sure, just forget about Hans Zimmer, Howard Shore or John Williams.
Not to belittle Vangelis, but there are other big namens of equal value out there
@@ericdelaporte9995Not to belittle every name on your lists, but Zimmer and all the others can only polish the shoes at E N N I O ( Morricone for single-celled organisms . .)
@@ericdelaporte9995 Hans zimmer ahahaha!
@@Qazwdx111 you're right. You are the greatest!👌
_"God made me fast! And when I run.... I feel his pleasure."_
One of the best movies of the 80's. And without a doubt, the best soundtrack.
Blade Runner soundtrack is also great. Same dude
Ian Charleson gave an amazing performance in this film and read the Bible through twice to get into his character. Too bad we lost him in 1990. Eric Liddell died in a Japanese concentration camp toward the end of WWII of a brain tumour.
@@l.plantagenet And Ben Cross has joined him.
Rest in peace guys.
Not everyone familiar with this movie, but I’m sure (almost) everyone, at least once in their life, has heard of this beautiful score ❤️ #RIP Vangelis 😇🙏🏼
Superbe ! Magnifique ! J’ai visité Petra dans les années 90, et je reconnais les tombeaux, le théâtre, les montagnes... extraordinaire ! Merci pour ce travail splendide !❤❤
This song's message is to "Never give up, and try again, and again, and again, until you finally do it".
Actually, this song is for a movie which honored the life of a man whose message was: "Put God first and He will give you honor".
Mr bean also didnt give up 😂😂😂
@@AnasthassiaMurillo 1 Corinthians 10:31
Never *gonna* give *you* up
i thought i almost got rick rolled
The man literally wrote a song which will play when he's been carried to heaven
Rest in Peace maestro
Vangelis didn't die; he just went home 🏡:-)
Damn right. Those brass instruments are the welcoming sound of heaven. lol
And Elisha saw it, and he cried, My father, my father, the chariot of Israel, and the horsemen thereof. And he saw him no more: and he took hold of his own clothes, and rent them in two pieces
Vangelis um génio, descansa em paz, as tuas musicas são eternas, obrigado
It amazing I listen to this in 3th January 2025 with nostalgia.
I have this on vinyl !
Today 😊❤
3th? 😂🎉 3rd? What realm are you in
He was a musical genius. So much emotion in his music. May he rest in peace ...
Knowing the name of this song feels like you’ve unlocked all the secrets of the world
Hahahahaha 😂😂😂😂
Hahahahaha 😂😂😂😂
ITS KINDA OF A COOL 😎 SONG WHEN YOU GO FOR A LONG WALK OR RUN. OBVIOUSLY 😇😇😇😇😁
I felt like I have power
Faxxxx
This is too cool. Vangelis is just chilling, composing, smoking like a chimney, and watching footage of athletes running. So wrong. . . yet so right. . . so perfectly 80s.
dude, thats cool
Well said.
And don't forget about a cup of coffee standing on the left side of the piano.
Sewer Tapes The father of Vangelis Papathanassiou had been a legendary runner in his time in native Greece. The director of Chariots of Fire said this background helped Vangelis fully appreciate the story and footage and compose the remarkable soundtrack.
An ashtray on one side, coffee cup on the other... on a Steinway, no less lol
Detesto olimpíadas mas essa música de abertura é simplesmente um primor, eu amo essa canção.
Να σε καλά εκεί ψηλά Βαγγέλη, σε ευχαριστούμε για την μουσική που δημιούργησες, θα μείνεις για πάντα στις καρδιές μας. 😪
Υπερηφάνεια για εμάς τους Έλληνες!
A soul of Greek !
Thank God.
If you are still listening to this music you are a legend
I think in slow motion whenever I listen to this song
Raymond Ronamai me too
LOL!
Ha ha ha lol, me too :-)
I think of Mr. Bean whenever I listen to this song.
Raymond Ronamai probably because of Madagascar movie
One of the most heart stirring and motivational music videos. The visuals and music are in perfect harmony. Too good!!
The moment in life when you do your best toward your goal is the happiest time.
Because your soul is full of hope rather than despair.
Some 42 years on its still ranks as a true masterpiece, stirring up so many emotions within , and still is my ringtone
it will still be a masterpiece in 420 years
The moment in life when you do your best toward your goal is the happiest time.
Because your soul is full of hope rather than despair.
This music will forever be a timeless masterpiece.
Triste e dolorosa perda. Deixa pérolas inconfundíveis em todo cenário perpassado por ele. Gratidão.
One of the most beautiful and powerful pieces ever written.
RIP Vangelis. Thank you for making the world a better place.
Vangelis stole this song.
@@melissachartres3219who made the original then :/
@@PickleDillGaming I'll assume that was a question. Stavros Logarides wrote "City of Violets" before this came out. I got my feelings hurt when I heard it for the first time.
@@melissachartres3219 bro that literally came out in 1987, whereas chariots of fire was 1981.
@@PickleDillGaming Look up the court case. The ruling was for Logarides.
In 100 years Vangelis might have the status that Mozart, Strauss and others now have. This music is just magic and fabulous.
Vangelis, RIP!
Khachaturian won't be too far behind.
i think if Mozart hears this he'd be mad Vangelis beat him to it
I've always known of this song but never knew anything about Vangelis. In my naivety, i honestly thought this was a classical song from the era of such great composers and lumped them together. So I would say you are absolutely correct except for the "in 100 years" part
John Williams no doubt deserves to be in that category as well
Probably not in the same category but he will definitely be remembered.
Adeus Vangelis!!!
Sua música ficará para eternidade!!
Thank you
rip vangelis papatansiu dziękujemy za epickie motywy i wizjonerską muzykę
No matter how many times I listen to this song, I still get goosebumps! What a masterpiece!
When I was 17 this movie and music fired my soul. At 59 my heart still soars: my spirit burns to run, barefoot and free, across the brooding shores of Life.
Beautifully put.
Brings tears to my eyes.
Tremenda melodía,de la película carros de fuego,tengo 59 años y recuerdo cuando era un jovencito
I love to see people of 50 years and above commenting, so respectful,so genuine are those comments, in this garbage of trolls and bots.Thank you sir for sharing.😊
Absolutely adore this piece of music but every time I hear it now I'm reminded of Rowan Atkinson at the 2012 London Olympics. Lol...
Me too lol
ΗΕ HAS SAID THAT TO WRITE SUCH MUSIC, HE ALWAYS GETS INSPIRED BY THE GREEK CULTURE AND CIVILISATION !!!!!......WHEN HE WRITES SUCH MASTER PIECES HE IS IN CONTACT SPIRITUALLY WITH THE GREEK GOD APOLLO !!!!
💕carol
we all are😂
@@ariwnzirakis9272it's hard to pick a favourite Vangelis track or album but I would say, 1492 the conquest, fav album,...
One of the best pieces of music, and I listen to one of the greatest American pianists who plays a brilliant version of Chariots of Fire.
This song over 30+ years later still has the power to inspire and motivate even the weakest average joe schmo to pick themselves up from the dirt, and continue to strive to accomplish even the most daunting and impossible of tasks; even when everyone else tell them that they can't do it; and just speaking for myself everytime I hear this piece of music, it just somehow gives me that extra kick to just keep on going, and reminds me that even when something or someone tries to hold me down, or hold me back it gives me a reason to persevere and never give up. Rest in peace Sir Vangelis, and may you play this song to welcome me when I run for the pearly gates of Heaven. God bless and God speed sir.
The moment in life when you do your best toward your goal is the happiest time.
Because your soul is full of hope rather than despair.
Music moves mountains too as you've described. I give it credit for being in good health at my age.
Reminds me of my childhood. Grandfather had this on CD. He is still healthy today (91 years old). Thanks.
correction: 93 years old.