18 years ago when my dear mother passed, I woke up in a full crying fit and this song was on tv live. Today as my father goes to join her again this song came back to me again. God bless
Hey Jason, thanks for your very moving and heartfelt comment. I was David's manager at that time and it was an incredible performance and one which, as you demonstrate, still resonates all these years later. Our commiserations and best wishes go out to you at this time. love DW & DF
he is by far the most under appreciated talent out there in the music industry. He's not flashy, but unlike alot of the "artists" out there now he has substance. I saw him live as well when he performed in New York. State of the Union is a fantastic song.
Outstanding. Seen Mr Ford live on 3 occasions & he is simply a wonderful musician, intelligent emotional lyricist and has a good sense of humour. Make the effort to go & see him if he is playing near you, always guaranteed to be a memorable night.
David Fords music has a certain quality about it that can evoke emotion that humans didn't even know they had. Simply amazing, an actual musician. I'm sick of entertainers claiming to be musicians... Cheers to David Ford!
This is only the second song I've heard of yours David, and I'm absolutely hooked. You're one of the best writers/singers I've heard in years. Much respect, Carol.
Lovely simple video of one of a very poignant song... The lyrics and melody are superb and it's a future classic in my opinion. In admiration, Carol Douglas.
Here's a unique idea guys......shall I leave a comment about the actual tune? Tis amazin',every note and word perfectly perfect, A DJ at our radio station in Scotland introduced me to this guys music and I can't thank him enough! Thx for postin' it x
I've heard the piano version a million times, but this is first time I've heard the acoustic version..and I must say...this version is just as fantastic as the piano one...everytime I listen to his music I get goosebumps...absolutely amazing performer...and for those who haven't heard any of his other songs...go listen to State of The Union...freakin fantastic..!!!!
David Ford is the greatest unknown musician right now. I dont understand how this guy is not huge. So much more talented than these pop singers we have to put up with.
I was at Latitude in 2006 on my stag do when I first heard this. He was, by far, the best performer that weekend. I used the last verse of this song as the end of my wedding speech: "now, I don't like using words like forever...". I finished in floods of tears, as did everyone else. Right b*gger to track down the lyrics, though, not knowing what the song was called.
@valkyrieVigil I'd be prepared to bet that this guy will still be playing and performing long after J Blunt is just a distant happy clappy crappy memory... A lot of good music ends up labelled as Not Commericial Enough.
@razorbladekisses101 - Unfortunately you don't seem to grasp the fact that a person has more success making a point by showing great character. For someone telling others to "Get a life" you sure stayed on this argument for a while..
18 years ago when my dear mother passed, I woke up in a full crying fit and this song was on tv live. Today as my father goes to join her again this song came back to me again. God bless
Hey Jason, thanks for your very moving and heartfelt comment. I was David's manager at that time and it was an incredible performance and one which, as you demonstrate, still resonates all these years later. Our commiserations and best wishes go out to you at this time. love DW & DF
he is by far the most under appreciated talent out there in the music industry. He's not flashy, but unlike alot of the "artists" out there now he has substance. I saw him live as well when he performed in New York.
State of the Union is a fantastic song.
That is exactly how I heard him. I was and still am blown away every time I listen to his music.
Loved this song for years.
What a performance.
yes, he's fantastic - we really enjoyed having him in for a Sun Studio Session taping. DVD of that coming out in 2009, as well as PBS airings!
Outstanding. Seen Mr Ford live on 3 occasions & he is simply a wonderful musician, intelligent emotional lyricist and has a good sense of humour. Make the effort to go & see him if he is playing near you, always guaranteed to be a memorable night.
David Fords music has a certain quality about it that can evoke emotion that humans didn't even know they had. Simply amazing, an actual musician. I'm sick of entertainers claiming to be musicians... Cheers to David Ford!
Hi David-Brilliant stuff-Nice to hear you mention Sheffield in amongst your other emotion plus! superb, lyrics.
Top Class.John Finn.
This one! Needs to come alive once again!!
This is only the second song I've heard of yours David, and I'm absolutely hooked. You're one of the best writers/singers I've heard in years.
Much respect,
Carol.
Love David Ford's take of this moment in his book.
When she cries, it melts me.
Lovely simple video of one of a very poignant song...
The lyrics and melody are superb and it's a future classic in my opinion.
In admiration,
Carol Douglas.
This is still so good! ❤️
nice to see your name after all this time... :)
My dad accidentally downloaded this off limewire over a decade ago. Beautiful song that I don’t see myself forgetting any time soon
WOW Feckin' WOW...
Sometims there are no words
unreal!!!!! one of the best. most natural voice i;ve heard
Beautiful - I love the Songs for the Road album. Go To Hell is awesome. This performance is brilliant.
There's no fakin greatness and this kid is GREAT.
Here's a unique idea guys......shall I leave a comment about the actual tune? Tis amazin',every note and word perfectly perfect, A DJ at our radio station in Scotland introduced me to this guys music and I can't thank him enough!
Thx for postin' it x
balling my eyes out. this guy is amazing
haha the crying version
I've heard the piano version a million times, but this is first time I've heard the acoustic version..and I must say...this version is just as fantastic as the piano one...everytime I listen to his music I get goosebumps...absolutely amazing performer...and for those who haven't heard any of his other songs...go listen to State of The Union...freakin fantastic..!!!!
excellent work Mr....:)...beautifull...sinple heart touching masterpiece...straight from the heart into the soul...thank`s for that
not "sinple" :D....simple
Class! Nuff said.
David Ford is the greatest unknown musician right now. I dont understand how this guy is not huge. So much more talented than these pop singers we have to put up with.
flawless & beautiful......
Fantastic. Even better for the fact no-one talking through it :)
I was at Latitude in 2006 on my stag do when I first heard this. He was, by far, the best performer that weekend. I used the last verse of this song as the end of my wedding speech: "now, I don't like using words like forever...". I finished in floods of tears, as did everyone else.
Right b*gger to track down the lyrics, though, not knowing what the song was called.
Just give me one way to spend my lost moments alive.... I chose this.... I chose this, I chose this.
Choose.
amazing, he is.
beautiful
Amazing!!!
I really like the use of his hat and shirt, really increases the brilliant tone of his guitar...
Share it then - lets make him famous!
This is so damn' good!
I saw him in concert [opening for ingrid michaelson] yesterday!
This has always been available on David's unofficial fan site if this gets taken down again...
This is always available of David's fan site if this gets taken down...
this is the only version i can listen to...only because its...perfect. I saw him open for raine maida. it was...amazing. I love my girlfriend Rebecca.
Such an amazing talent!
I also love go to hell
I'm not gay but I'm in fucking love with this dude. Hahaha great job man. Seriously.
I only partially understood the song, my english is very bad, but the damn ninjas are slicing onions again somewhere.
I love u, forever. 143 my becca.
-Cj Toady
Does anyone know the chord progressiona at 2.30?
tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/d/david_ford/song_for_the_road_crd.htm
Where was this broadcasted?
Genuine talent. Real emotions. Good music. Rare. What a gem. Makes me cringe one more cringe when I hear popular musicians....
@EugeniousNat
I meant sometimes :o)
@valkyrieVigil I'd be prepared to bet that this guy will still be playing and performing long after J Blunt is just a distant happy clappy crappy memory... A lot of good music ends up labelled as Not Commericial Enough.
as you are 'savethequiche' i would actually take this as a compliment. for what is a quiche, were it not for the cheese?
: )
@razorbladekisses101 - Unfortunately you don't seem to grasp the fact that a person has more success making a point by showing great character. For someone telling others to "Get a life" you sure stayed on this argument for a while..
aaaah simply a pile of loosely connected vegetables...some ham if you're lucky
bit cheesey...