Mick Hucknall was and still is a fabulous r&b singer who had a really rough childhood and it inspired this song. His mother left the family when he was just three. The lyrics "Strangled by the wishes of pater (father), hoping for the arms of mater (mother)" particularly reflect this. Thanks for sharing Black Pegasus and wifey ;)
“Holding back the years “ means he was holding back the pain and the memories of all that happened to him in his childhood and teenage years. He’s looking back in his past, so it’s very melancholy & sad. Same as holding back the tears. Sad biography of this man, but he went a very long way and made a big success of his life with his gifted voice and performance abilities! Yes, it’s not about the teacher. That’s just one little memory. It’s about his mom and dad and how hard it was on him with just his dad raising him and his mom abandoning him.
I remember this song from the 80s. It was so good. I have not heard this in years until today. Thanks. I always loved it. It is so painful to lose a parent.
BP Love the Simply Red You really need to do a LIVE Simply Red. They are fantastic LIVE and you will love them. They have a concert "LIVE at OLD TRAFFORD" from 1996. Watch the way they come on stage, and the presence, and the music and vocals, SIMPLY AMAZING!
The accompanying music video for "Holding Back the Years" focuses on Mick Hucknall, who, while singing the song, walks through the English countryside and Whitby Abbey carrying luggage and thinking about his childhood memories and the difficult relationship he had with his father. The other members of Simply Red (except for Fritz McIntyre, who plays a one-man band) play local cricketers who greet Hucknall as he passes by and later watch him on the Whitby 199 steps. In the last part of the song, Hucknall is seen riding a train, the scenes for which were filmed at and around Goathland railway station on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Track listings
Simply Red has always been one of my favorite bands because of the richness of their sound and the fact that they sound very bit as good live as they do from the studio recording, something you can't take for granted today!? If I remember correctly, Mick wrote this when he was about 16 years old, such an amazing talent.
Good to see you back again Wifey!! 💜 Welcome to the amazing Simply Red!! Imagine, growing up in a tough industrial city with ginger curly hair.... amazing singer, like George Michael, who genuinely sounds better live than the recorded versions. Simply Red also is a nod to his home football team (soccer), who play in an all red kit, Manchester United. I saw Simply Red live at Haydock Park 25 years ago, the Manager and several team member brought the three trophies on stage, that Manchester United had won that season.
My goodness, I've not listened to this for many years, but I still remember the lyrics. Another one that I still have the Vinyl of upstairs, safe and sound.. Edit to say I saw them live as well, but as I recall, they couldn't really 'end' their songs so well. Great concert though. Hammersmith Odeon I think...
This was filmed at Whitby, North Yorkshire, UK, when Mick Hucknell was still a teenager. The ruined abbey was the inspiration for the novel Dracula. Oh and the song is excellent as well!
Have to admit when I first saw the artist of this smooth tune, I was surprised, have to give it up to another gifted ginger✨. B.P. Hope the next time you have your wife guesting, you play Wicked Games, great tune. Thanks always good to see you Ms. B*** a😉.💕👍
If there are any Brits out here. Can anyone remember this being the closing song on Only Fools And Horses after Rodney's wedding? I think most of us were crying at that, when Del Boy started tearing up.
His live version of You Make Me Feel Brand New (originally a Stylistics hit) takes away the video distraction and you can just concentrate on the singing and performance. Well worth watching and listening to.
@ This song came out when I was an older teen and driving around with friends. Also, this song is about continuing to persevere and not give up, even during hard times.
It’s funny watching you two react. I would never think you guys would be a match. U seem like you throw caution to the, let’s do this, n have a good time. Ur wife seems cautious, let’s look at everything and take our time in making the best n safest decision.
Picture Book is the debut album by British pop and soul group Simply Red, released in October 1985. It contains the US number-one single "Holding Back the Years", and covers of The Valentine Brothers' "Money's Too Tight (to Mention)" and Talking Heads’ “Heaven”. Three more singles were released from the album: "Come to My Aid", "Jericho", and "Open Up the Red Box". The album helped Simply Red earn a 1987 Grammy nomination for Best New Artist. "Holding Back the Years" was also nominated for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals. A special version of the album was released on the then new Compact Disc + Graphics, or CD+G format which when played on a suitable CD player, 4 bit raster graphic images, text and animations would also be displayed on a connected TV screen.
They're called Simply Red because his favorite Football team.. not quite sure if it's Manchester United FC or not... also when you were looking for a word to describe The way it makes you feel... I tend to feel empowered because it reminds me that we all have challenges and heartbreaks we wish never happened but we're not The only one's and once again music brings that home!⛄🎁🎄🎅🎁
I think someone already said this but the group is called Simply Red because it's Mick Hucknells football team colours, Manchester City not his hair colour. The ancient abbey you see in the first scene is the location of Dracula's place of rest in the first Dracula film.
I would like to introduce you to the best male vocalist I have ever heard, Gabriel Henrique, from Brazil. He is known for his singing covers by Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Jennifer Hudson, Christina Aguilera, etc,. etc. Here is the link to Whitney Houstons RUN TO YOU by Gabriel Henrique. th-cam.com/video/QlZCnED0XaQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=xxyl51wqxhfCEJfN Thank you for reacting. Billy Boy
Completely. She adds nothing, seems uninterested, snaps at BP and makes it awkward, plus insights are always shallow or off. Yawn. Guess she is good for several people to clearly ogle over (see comments), which is a little slimy too.
Whaaaat!!! What!!!! Rumor has it this song was written about him dating a new woman. And he never wanted to pass gas in front of her. So he penned a song about it but replaced farts with years to disguise the true meaning of the song and give it a more romantic relatable vibe
Thanks for this reaction. Long live to Simply Red music! A hug from Portugal.
Mick Hucknall was and still is a fabulous r&b singer who had a really rough childhood and it inspired this song. His mother left the family when he was just three. The lyrics "Strangled by the wishes of pater (father), hoping for the arms of mater (mother)" particularly reflect this. Thanks for sharing Black Pegasus and wifey ;)
It’s a song he wrote as a teen after his mother abandoned him and his father.
“Holding back the years “ means he was holding back the pain and the memories of all that happened to him in his childhood and teenage years. He’s looking back in his past, so it’s very melancholy & sad. Same as holding back the tears. Sad biography of this man, but he went a very long way and made a big success of his life with his gifted voice and performance abilities! Yes, it’s not about the teacher. That’s just one little memory. It’s about his mom and dad and how hard it was on him with just his dad raising him and his mom abandoning him.
I remember this when it originally came out I was amazed by his vocal style. So glad this song got reacted to as its overlooked by many people
I remember this song from the 80s. It was so good. I have not heard this in years until today. Thanks. I always loved it. It is so painful to lose a parent.
If you had reacted to the live version of this, she might have been more blown away by his voice coming out of that person.
BP Love the Simply Red You really need to do a LIVE Simply Red. They are fantastic LIVE and you will love them. They have a concert "LIVE at OLD TRAFFORD" from 1996. Watch the way they come on stage, and the presence, and the music and vocals, SIMPLY AMAZING!
The accompanying music video for "Holding Back the Years" focuses on Mick Hucknall, who, while singing the song, walks through the English countryside and Whitby Abbey carrying luggage and thinking about his childhood memories and the difficult relationship he had with his father. The other members of Simply Red (except for Fritz McIntyre, who plays a one-man band) play local cricketers who greet Hucknall as he passes by and later watch him on the Whitby 199 steps. In the last part of the song, Hucknall is seen riding a train, the scenes for which were filmed at and around Goathland railway station on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway.
Track listings
song abou+ his lak of love from HIS Dad esp..........loved his mom; no good dad, kid life for him
Simply Red has always been one of my favorite bands because of the richness of their sound and the fact that they sound very bit as good live as they do from the studio recording, something you can't take for granted today!? If I remember correctly, Mick wrote this when he was about 16 years old, such an amazing talent.
Mick Hucknall wrote and recorded this video when he was 17. He is till performing today and sings just as well, live, without aids.
He wrote the song when he was 17. He's 24 or 25 in the video.
First song "Live at Old Trafford" in UK 1996, you will be blown away by them LIVE!
Micks mother left him when he was a child and had a tough time with his father.
Not about a girlfriend or a teacher. Its about his Mom abandoning him. He's sad and melancholy.
I had read that it was about wishing for his mother because she had left when he was a young child.
Good to see you back again Wifey!! 💜
Welcome to the amazing Simply Red!!
Imagine, growing up in a tough industrial city with ginger curly hair....
amazing singer, like George Michael, who genuinely sounds better live than the recorded versions.
Simply Red also is a nod to his home football team (soccer), who play in an all red kit, Manchester United.
I saw Simply Red live at Haydock Park 25 years ago, the Manager and several team member brought the three trophies on stage, that Manchester United had won that season.
you def need to check out one of his live performances of this, absolutely amazing!
Exactly! I left him a link to a live performance on his original reaction. Wonder if he reads the comments...
this version is INSANEEEEE Simply Red - Holding Back The Years (Live at Montreux Jazz Festival, 1992)
My goodness, I've not listened to this for many years, but I still remember the lyrics. Another one that I still have the Vinyl of upstairs, safe and sound.. Edit to say I saw them live as well, but as I recall, they couldn't really 'end' their songs so well. Great concert though. Hammersmith Odeon I think...
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This was filmed at Whitby, North Yorkshire, UK, when Mick Hucknell was still a teenager. The ruined abbey was the inspiration for the novel Dracula. Oh and the song is excellent as well!
Thx Guys ,,,, U2 R just adorable together 😄
Great song to introduce her to!! Mick just has one of those voices that makes us ladies melt! 🥰 U should definitely show her more!
Have to admit when I first saw the artist of this smooth tune, I was surprised, have to give it up to another gifted ginger✨. B.P. Hope the next time you have your wife guesting, you play Wicked Games, great tune. Thanks always good to see you Ms. B*** a😉.💕👍
OMG. Your wife is so pretty. This is the first time I've seen her. You are a lucky man and know you treat her well. Because you are such a good guy.
Oh god! I never noticed the Wu-tang sign before. I Love it.
The wishes of pater (father)
Wishing for the arms of mater (mother)
Wifey is the best way to maintain some sort of privacy much love and respect from Canada 🇨🇦
If there are any Brits out here. Can anyone remember this being the closing song on Only Fools And Horses after Rodney's wedding? I think most of us were crying at that, when Del Boy started tearing up.
You are dropping content like I drink beers! Two fisted! Keep it up! I love it!
His live version of You Make Me Feel Brand New (originally a Stylistics hit) takes away the video distraction and you can just concentrate on the singing and performance. Well worth watching and listening to.
This song was the jam back in the day, listening in your car on a sunny day with the top down or the windows down.
You realize this is a depressing song, right?
@ This song came out when I was an older teen and driving around with friends.
Also, this song is about continuing to persevere and not give up, even during hard times.
Woohoo wifey in da house! Great to see Queen P reacting with you!
They need to react to Gerry Rafferty "Right Down the Line " together.. they both will like for sure ❤
It’s funny watching you two react. I would never think you guys would be a match. U seem like you throw caution to the, let’s do this, n have a good time. Ur wife seems cautious, let’s look at everything and take our time in making the best n safest decision.
Love this song. I feel videos can distract from the song
80's music was great.
Picture Book is the debut album by British pop and soul group Simply Red, released in October 1985. It contains the US number-one single "Holding Back the Years", and covers of The Valentine Brothers' "Money's Too Tight (to Mention)" and Talking Heads’ “Heaven”. Three more singles were released from the album: "Come to My Aid", "Jericho", and "Open Up the Red Box".
The album helped Simply Red earn a 1987 Grammy nomination for Best New Artist. "Holding Back the Years" was also nominated for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals.
A special version of the album was released on the then new Compact Disc + Graphics, or CD+G format which when played on a suitable CD player, 4 bit raster graphic images, text and animations would also be displayed on a connected TV screen.
Listen by Sohyang ( in Germany ) from Korea ! bye~ 😋
They're called Simply Red because his favorite Football team.. not quite sure if it's Manchester United FC or not... also when you were looking for a word to describe The way it makes you feel... I tend to feel empowered because it reminds me that we all have challenges and heartbreaks we wish never happened but we're not The only one's and once again music brings that home!⛄🎁🎄🎅🎁
Yes he’s a Man U fan.
I think someone already said this but the group is called Simply Red because it's Mick Hucknells football team colours, Manchester City not his hair colour. The ancient abbey you see in the first scene is the location of Dracula's place of rest in the first Dracula film.
Man city shirts are blue.
Man utd shirts are red. His football team is Man Utd 😊
@louisetwissell80 oh yeah my bad lol I'm Chelsea so don't care 😂
I would like to introduce you to the best male vocalist I have ever heard, Gabriel Henrique, from Brazil. He is known for his singing covers by Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Jennifer Hudson, Christina
Aguilera, etc,. etc. Here is the link to Whitney Houstons RUN TO YOU by Gabriel Henrique. th-cam.com/video/QlZCnED0XaQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=xxyl51wqxhfCEJfN Thank you for reacting. Billy Boy
Nice footage of Whitby. One for your trip list BP?😊
You have an awesome wife. It's great to see both ya'll. Please together react to Gerry Rafferty "Right Down the Line" it'll get her I promise ❤❤❤
location looks like whitby on yorkshire coast.
You should check out David Cook! Life On The Moon and Light On are my favorites by him.
You should also check out Peter Blakley first time ever I saw your face ❤
Dude! Live version! Come on!
Most people don't know he's white
Welcome back wifey-poo!!! 🎉
You have a lovely wife but the energy of a turtle
Completely. She adds nothing, seems uninterested, snaps at BP and makes it awkward, plus insights are always shallow or off. Yawn. Guess she is good for several people to clearly ogle over (see comments), which is a little slimy too.
I love it when your wife is on the show. She is so perceptive. She just gets what the feeling of each song is every time.
No actually that is not what the song is about.
It’s not at all what the song is about. But a first listen & the video would be hard for anyone unless you know the history
I like sunrise better
Thanks! Please react to Gabriel Henrique singing RUN TO YOU. the link is in my comment.
Thanks for your extra support. I will see what I can do. I’m working off a huge list so no promises. Much love
Beautiful lady, you lucky dog. Simply Red, great song!
Bro can u please react to godsmack unforgettable pleeease
Whaaaat!!! What!!!! Rumor has it this song was written about him dating a new woman. And he never wanted to pass gas in front of her. So he penned a song about it but replaced farts with years to disguise the true meaning of the song and give it a more romantic relatable vibe
this is a guy song..........I get she didn't get it......I think of my son with this song, he'd get it. Apologize if that sounded sexist..
Like watching paint dry