We played this beautiful song yesterday during the funeral of my dad. He passed away way to early. During the last months of his life, he daily watched the liveshows of Harris & Knopfler. And said to me: "I want 'If this is goodbye' to be played at my funeral". This song will always move me to tears.
This would have to be one of the best combinations there has ever been. Her voice, his voice, and how his hands can make that guitar sing, just superb. He's a master.
Never mind who is the greatest of all time no one can touch your heartstrings like Mark Knopfler. Privileged to have gone to school in the year below him at Gosforth Grammar. Love his music.
A fantastic song which could not be improved in any way. The tune, lyrics, singing and guitar playing are all of the best possible quality. Truly one of the best and most moving performances of any song I have ever heard.
This is a song that is crystallized in our memories on that horrific day when we all lost our innocence. For those of us closest to the scene, we will NEVER forget the sub base here in Groton closing and all subs sent to sea, the children of these brave men and women ending up in our house as they feared for their lives, the sirens sounding off as Armageddon was upon us, and how we all looked at life a little differently after this day. It was not goodbye for us, as the song suggests for those on the planes, but we all felt the sorrow, horror, and no tomorrow on the 11th of September, 2001. Let’s hope we NEVER forget this time in our life.
+shane oprosky Not only in our backyard, but a mere 7 years after this most horrific event carried out by Muslims, we showed our gratitude and indifference by electing one of theirs to the WH. Unbelievable.
@@buckshotbeulah - I agree with your interpretation of Rachel's words, but wouldn't you say that Knopfler has received so much credit over his career that he will be one of the immortal legends of rock music?
It's all these jumped up 20 and 30 somethings stating about greats out since the 60's 70's etc that are "underrated". Of course they are sure they weren't around when these gems were adored and in their prime to appreciate them. They probably found this song after burning out a computer listening to emminem and other shit that will pass as "underrated" in 35 years time....FUCK OFF
Awesome!! is not the word to describe this song and the feeling that this song gives me. Maybe the word "overwhelming" is a better word to describe it because it just brings tears to my eyes. Emmylou Harris has always been one of my favorite singers,. I must admit I had never heard of Mark Knopfler but this guy is awesome for writing a song like this and the guitar playing just had a lot of soul in it. Thank you Mark and Emmylou for writing and and singing this beautiful song and for sharing your beautiful gift with your fans. Heidy and the band "Optimus"
Danny Cummings, Mark & Emmylou, Glenn Worf, Richard Bennet and Guy Fletcher..... Such a beautiful song about the worst atrocity ever since Pearl Harbour in the USA, I see people already know what inspired this song, but not what happened when Mark and Emmylou had rehearsed it 30+ times, he didn't tell her what the song was about........ when he finally told her "its about the phone calls made from the Fateful Planes from the passengers on 9/11 to their loved ones"..... the week before their 1st gig........ she broke her heart crying...... and in the few gigs of the Tour you could see the tears rolling from her eyes, you can hear the passion in her voice, for me Its 1 of the most Beautifully sad songs ever, and only a man that is MK could write such a song.....Emmylou also said about the album All the Roadrunning, which took 7 years to finish, "When you combine two unique voices it creates a third, phantom voice" and the live harmonies still make me shed a tear or two......God Bless all the Broken Hearted people on that awful day :(
I'm a Certified 1st Responder of 9/11 who was there only there 19-days - But those images haunt me daily. Thanks for tastefully and respectfully posting this video, beautifully.
“I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge. That myth is more potent than history. That dreams are more powerful than facts. That hope always triumphs over experience. That laughter is the only cure for grief. And I believe that love is stronger than death." Robert Fulghum
LYRICS: My famous last words Are laying around in tatters Sounding absurd Whatever I try But I love you And that's all what really matters If this is goodbye If this is goodbye Your bright shining sun Would light up the way before me You were the one Made me feel I could fly And I love you Whatever is waiting for me If this is goodbye If this is goodbye Who knows how long we've got Or what we're made of Who knows if there's plan or not There is our love I know there is our love My famous last words Could never tell the story Spinning unheard In the dark of the sky But I love you And this is our glory If this is goodbye If this is goodbye If this is goodbye If this is goodbye Writer: Mark Knopfler
A man with an enormous heart. Sometimes I think he's all heart. One of my favorites from "All The Roadrunning," one of the best country albums I've ever heard. They sing beautifully together. I've listened to it countless times.
I held my wife in my arms to my chest as she slipped off to heaven This last melody we shared together I sang her to sleep in Heaven. RIP my Queen December 13 2016
I wish I could give this 10,000,000 likes for the beauty of the singing, the songwriting and guitar playing by, who in my opinion, it THE greatest guitar player in the world. Not just the number of licks, but the emotion displayed.
Marc is what my guitar teacher said thirty years ago ---- just amazing TASTY !!! Marc IS the best guitar player in the world, though that crowd is plenty thick with amazing players. I think no one has the nuance that Knopfler has. So many many greats....
Tina, That's why classic songs are written Tina. So we can all take a small bit of their love with us. I'm hoping the Great Spirit will be with you to the Place Where The River Meets the Sun....
One of the most beautiful and heart-rending songs I have ever heard. It speaks to my heart while evoking sad memories of the 9-11 terrorist attacks. I keep coming back to it repeatedly, often putting in on loop for an hour or more at a time. Well-done!!
Mark Knopfler und Emmylou Harris und die CD "All the roadrunning" Das ist das Beste, das Schönst und das Gefühlvollste, was ich je hörte. Es geht ans Herz, es geht an die Seele. Ich kann das immer wieder hören. Und das seit vielen Jahren.
surely such mankind highly talented pioneering such amazingly deeply master of all the time mark knopfler would still remain in my inner soul mind and heart too before saying anything else and certainly mark knopfler is the unique legend whom all his albums u taste from them pure clear highly structured pieces of amazing lyrics also original music which i never heard before on this troubled planet and wish all the victimized ones to be patient and the martyrs to heaven
First time I heard this song was today as we sent my gran off to her resting place. I love this song and the tears were streaming. Love this song and it will remind me of my gran and all the memories I have with her 💔
it is a fragile existence we live in,.... so much pain to endure...at least and most of all we have our chances to love one another, and continue to love them through memories being told of our loved ones.
It's strange how the meaning changes with the tribute in light at the beginning. New Yorker here, still feeling all of that raw pain, all these years later. You move on, but never forget.
Mark the man who makes a guitar sing and talk with the lady who is one of country musics most talented singers.. what more can you ask for.............................
I love them both, both of them are etched in my heart, Mark Knofler with Dire Straits and Emilou Harris has grown on me she is a talent with soul, I love country and rock-'n'-roll, I admit to liking regea and soul, country and punk, so I'm a mixed up soul, still love them both
Oh This grabs me totally. the best album for me ever. favourite track ?/ Love and happyeness, and have worn out two CD's did not realise that was possible !! xx
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The best guitarist in the world with the most authentic female vocalist in the world. What more can one ask?
Played this at my son's funeral in August 2021. Miss you son 💔😪🌹
My son also died in August, 2021. Life will never be the same.😢😢😢💝
A beautiful and haunting tribute for those who suffered and are still suffering, sang with true feelings from two fantastic music icons ❤ 🌹
Mark is truly one of the greatest lyricists ever. Hard to keep a dry eye to this one.
❤ Mark's story behind his composing this song is heart rendering. His compassion shines through...
😂😢perfect sad song and beautiful
We played this beautiful song yesterday during the funeral of my dad. He passed away way to early. During the last months of his life, he daily watched the liveshows of Harris & Knopfler. And said to me: "I want 'If this is goodbye' to be played at my funeral". This song will always move me to tears.
Daunting
Love it! Greetings from Sweden.
Best to all of you.
/JB
Your father was absolutely right. It is a stupendous and very moving song. One of my favourites of all time too
Not just you, love from Australia 🇦🇺
Is it for real...???? Rest in Jesus Christ.
This would have to be one of the best combinations there has ever been. Her voice, his voice, and how his hands can make that guitar sing, just superb. He's a master.
One of the best guitarists, and songwriters with one of the most beautiful voices ever. WOW!!!
Never mind who is the greatest of all time no one can touch your heartstrings like Mark Knopfler. Privileged to have gone to school in the year below him at Gosforth Grammar. Love his music.
A fantastic song which could not be improved in any way. The tune, lyrics, singing and guitar playing are all of the best possible quality. Truly one of the best and most moving performances of any song I have ever heard.
I strongly agree with you.
I never get tired listening to this song
This is a song that is crystallized in our memories on that horrific day when we all lost our innocence. For those of us closest to the scene, we will NEVER forget the sub base here in Groton closing and all subs sent to sea, the children of these brave men and women ending up in our house as they feared for their lives, the sirens sounding off as Armageddon was upon us, and how we all looked at life a little differently after this day. It was not goodbye for us, as the song suggests for those on the planes, but we all felt the sorrow, horror, and no tomorrow on the 11th of September, 2001. Let’s hope we NEVER forget this time in our life.
Alot of people forgot this time.The enemy is in are back yard!
+shane oprosky Not only in our backyard, but a mere 7 years after this most horrific event carried out by Muslims, we showed our gratitude and indifference by electing one of theirs to the WH. Unbelievable.
A line from a different song
When will we ever learn. I will never forget that day and pray none of us will
Amen
Well said Sir
I love this song, and it's a beautiful tribute to the lives lost. Mark Knopfler is an underrated songwriter.
Are you kidding! This is a masterpiece song and Mark Knopfler is also... Do you live in Earth?!...
Rachel's statement means that Mark does not receive the credit he deserves for his talent.
@@buckshotbeulah - I agree with your interpretation of Rachel's words, but wouldn't you say that Knopfler has received so much credit over his career that he will be one of the immortal legends of rock music?
It's all these jumped up 20 and 30 somethings stating about greats out since the 60's 70's etc that are "underrated". Of course they are sure they weren't around when these gems were adored and in their prime to appreciate them. They probably found this song after burning out a computer listening to emminem and other shit that will pass as "underrated" in 35 years time....FUCK OFF
@@jabodl1 - why are you so angry?
Is there any music that you think doesn't get the attention or respect it deserves?
I cannot hear to this song without tearing up, but it's so beautiful and so powerful that I have to listen. That's the power of music.
I fully agree...
Likewise
Awesome!! is not the word to describe this song and the feeling that this song gives me. Maybe the word "overwhelming" is a better word to describe it because it just brings tears to my eyes. Emmylou Harris has always been one of my favorite singers,. I must admit I had never heard of Mark Knopfler but this guy is awesome for writing a song like this and the guitar playing just had a lot of soul in it. Thank you Mark and Emmylou for writing and and singing this beautiful song and for sharing your beautiful gift with your fans.
Heidy and the band "Optimus"
I didn't know until today the meaning behind this song ... it hurts. Now I'll never forget....
Absolutely haunting, so beautiful, thank you.
Terrific and super clarity beyond belief like I'm there live. Thank you both.
Due bellissime voci e una chitarra inconfondibile
Danny Cummings, Mark & Emmylou, Glenn Worf, Richard Bennet and Guy Fletcher..... Such a beautiful song about the worst atrocity ever since Pearl Harbour in the USA, I see people already know what inspired this song, but not what happened when Mark and Emmylou had rehearsed it 30+ times, he didn't tell her what the song was about........ when he finally told her "its about the phone calls made from the Fateful Planes from the passengers on 9/11 to their loved ones"..... the week before their 1st gig........ she broke her heart crying...... and in the few gigs of the Tour you could see the tears rolling from her eyes, you can hear the passion in her voice, for me Its 1 of the most Beautifully sad songs ever, and only a man that is MK could write such a song.....Emmylou also said about the album All the Roadrunning, which took 7 years to finish, "When you combine two unique voices it creates a third, phantom voice" and the live harmonies still make me shed a tear or two......God Bless all the Broken Hearted people on that awful day :(
Thank you❤❤❤
Beautiful story. Just reading the story about the song made me start crying. 😢
2 voices that harmonize perfectly, 2 musicians who earn the title giants.
I'm a Certified 1st Responder of 9/11 who was there only there 19-days - But those images haunt me daily.
Thanks for tastefully and respectfully posting this video, beautifully.
Wonderfull song! Thanks for Mark and Emmylou!
“I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge.
That myth is more potent than history.
That dreams are more powerful than facts.
That hope always triumphs over experience.
That laughter is the only cure for grief.
And I believe that love is stronger than death."
Robert Fulghum
LYRICS:
My famous last words
Are laying around in tatters
Sounding absurd
Whatever I try
But I love you
And that's all what really matters
If this is goodbye
If this is goodbye
Your bright shining sun
Would light up the way before me
You were the one
Made me feel I could fly
And I love you
Whatever is waiting for me
If this is goodbye
If this is goodbye
Who knows how long we've got
Or what we're made of
Who knows if there's plan or not
There is our love
I know there is our love
My famous last words
Could never tell the story
Spinning unheard
In the dark of the sky
But I love you
And this is our glory
If this is goodbye
If this is goodbye
If this is goodbye
If this is goodbye
Writer: Mark Knopfler
Lord let him know You
so sad yet so beautiful. Scotsman and American voices just perfect. Rest in peace all those poor souls....
Ahh, it's close enough :-)
He was born in Scotland
Glasgow to be precise. His mum was from Newcastle...
I can't listen without crying.
A man with an enormous heart. Sometimes I think he's all heart. One of my favorites from "All The Roadrunning," one of the best country albums I've ever heard. They sing beautifully together. I've listened to it countless times.
I held my wife in my arms to my chest as she slipped off to heaven This last melody we shared together I sang her to sleep in Heaven. RIP my Queen December 13 2016
I have no idea how you feel, but my heart bleeds
Ray Moody, It's not often a random TH-cam comment touches the heart, but yours certainly did. May she RIP.
…you have'a special place in Heaven yourself…i'm in awe of your love for her...
Any comment I could make would sound trite. Besides, I can’t type ‘cause of the tears in my eyes. Bless you, brother.
God bless your poor heart my friend
I wish I could give this 10,000,000 likes for the beauty of the singing, the songwriting and guitar playing by, who in my opinion, it THE greatest guitar player in the world.
Not just the number of licks, but the emotion displayed.
Love it !! PG Tips x
You nailed it.
Marc is what my guitar teacher said thirty years ago ---- just amazing TASTY !!! Marc IS the best guitar player in the world, though that crowd is plenty thick with amazing players. I think no one has the nuance that Knopfler has. So many many greats....
Mr Knopfler is THE NUMBER ONE👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
@@dbh931 What the hell are you talking about - if you don't like this, YOU have NO EAR for music.
Mark is such a huge talent.i love his guitar playing.
THIS IS SO BEAUTIFUL AND THE GUITAR IS OUT OF THIS WORLD,FELT ALL OF THIS SONG
This man has so much talent. I will have this played at my funeral. Not for some time yet hopefully, but who knows.
Such a beautiful poignant song . Played at my dear husbands funeral a week ago .. depicts the love we shared and always will . 💕
Tina,
That's why classic songs are written Tina. So we can all take a small bit of their love with us. I'm hoping the Great Spirit will be with you to the Place Where The River Meets the Sun....
I have chosen this for either my funeral or my beloved wife whenever the time comes. It is so deep and honest. So sorry for your loss.
Sorry of your loss. Happy that you found love.
it is a fantastic song, but the way those voices get together is giving goosebumps
It's difficult to say how much that song moved me on first listen. What a fabulous song.
One of the most beautiful and heart-rending songs I have ever heard. It speaks to my heart while evoking sad memories of the 9-11 terrorist attacks. I keep coming back to it repeatedly, often putting in on loop for an hour or more at a time. Well-done!!
It's just great what a tear jerker
Mark Knopfler und Emmylou Harris und die CD "All the roadrunning" Das ist das Beste, das Schönst und das Gefühlvollste, was ich je hörte. Es geht ans Herz, es geht an die Seele. Ich kann das immer wieder hören. Und das seit vielen Jahren.
surely such mankind highly talented pioneering such amazingly deeply master of all the time mark knopfler would still remain in my inner soul mind and heart too before saying anything else and certainly mark knopfler is the unique legend whom all his albums u taste from them pure clear highly structured pieces of amazing lyrics also original music which i never heard before on this troubled planet and wish all the victimized ones to be patient and the martyrs to heaven
Always, the tears a close when I listen to this... The combo of the vocals of Emmylou Harris and the melody from the incomparable Knopfler...
such a beautiful bitter sweet song...two wonderful voices painting a sad picture
For all those who we've loved and lost.
This song is so very beautiful, it is sooooo very touching, I just love this song!!!!
I've been listening to this song in the endless loop for days! Thanks Emmylou and Mark for this masterpiece!
18 years on today. RIP all those who perished on 9/11 2001.
First time I heard this song was today as we sent my gran off to her resting place.
I love this song and the tears were streaming. Love this song and it will remind me of my gran and all the memories I have with her 💔
love Harris love Knopfler great song. thanks
Beautiful rendition by this talented couple. Thanks guys!!!
Thank you if we never cross paths again. For giving me a chance to know each and every one of you.
made with feeling...Absolutely wonderful..
Absolutely fabulous ! My favorite guitarist.
Minas Gerais,Brazil.
Thank you for the memories, and the good times. If this is goodbye, then take care. Ill always love you.
it is a fragile existence we live in,.... so much pain to endure...at least and most of all we have our chances to love one another, and continue to love them through memories being told of our loved ones.
And how we carelessly take everything granted, until something like this happens... So never cease in appreciating what you have...
My cousin John called his Dad, hoping to also speak with his Mom, my godmother. Their connection was lost; but only on this earth.
Elizabeth, I'm sorry for your loss.
Ahhh.....soooo-nice n' beautiful.......a superb match-up, these two - lovely song 🎂
If this song doesn't 'get you' you have no heart, no soul.
The shot of ground zero is a very powerfully defiant image.Top marks to those that thought of it.And cinrit for putting it here.
Melodía maravillosa, que voces tan maravillosas, gracias Mark y Emmylou.
I agreè
This is one great Duo!
A beautiful song! It touches my heart
Incredibly beautiful and moving song!!!
This has to be the most powerful song written besides amazing grace. I never tire of it
Makes my heart ache for the families of those who died on 9/11.
tears of love and appreciation... loving one another is the way
This was played at my very good friend of mine funeral. 8th-November-2016. R.I.P. Rob.
Outstanding GOODBYE song.
I've played this song over a thousand times
I feel the pain of each one left Jesus Christ is the Hope of being reunited one day
It's strange how the meaning changes with the tribute in light at the beginning. New Yorker here, still feeling all of that raw pain, all these years later. You move on, but never forget.
Beautiful song ,beautiful voices 😘😢
I'm 62 now - boy, am I so happy to have listened well - and cried....
If this brilliant vocal and guitar performance doesn't elicit tears then you aren't human.
Thank you for posting this Wonderful tribute by two of the worlds best. Happy Thanksgiving to all.
Mark the man who makes a guitar sing and talk with the lady who is one of country musics most talented singers.. what more can you ask for.............................
A great sound of their celestial and singular voices.
Remembering them always! Now in the arms of Our Lord, Rest In peace.
One of the most brilliant talents of our time! Amazing with his working with Chet Atkins!
What for beautiful song - thx for sharing. I like it - it´s so wonderfull.
Que bonito tema....., y que grandes artistas. Es un lujo el escucharles.
Nádherná skladba..fantastické počúvanie..Ďakujem.
so beautifull brings tears to my eyes i am sending this to my friend larry blakely who i lost this week rip darlin xx
Ooooh!! Beatiful song, dos voces armoniosamente acompasadas 🤗🎶
Hou van deze prachtige lied 🍀🌹👌💕
My eternal love for both of you. You make feel alive this night. Thanks for the music.
Beautiful voice ,Beautiful Lady
I have listened to this 14,754 times .....probably more..... 2:08
This song is so ......I give up it is mind bubbling! If the spelling is incorrect , I`am a norwegian!
It's really a beautiful Song...
So beutiful 🌹❤🌹...Thank you so much....From me in North Rache🇳🇴
Two great artists singing a great song
I love them both, both of them are etched in my heart, Mark Knofler with Dire Straits and Emilou Harris has grown on me she is a talent with soul, I love country and rock-'n'-roll, I admit to liking regea and soul, country and punk, so I'm a mixed up soul, still love them both
I really would like to see a re-union of these two!
This is perfection...
So talented. Makes me cry every time.
The only bad thing about this song is that it ends.
+Ali Mahmood I agree with you!
+Ali Mahmood the version from Bevan Gardner and Georgie Daniell is pretty good too I have his CD
sorry simon I'm not great at computer stuff .What do you mean?
I've got the cd ,i really don't know what I'm doing
They're voices so go together beautifully,,,, so sad song!
Thanks for your posting together with a wonderful comment.
Extraordinaire Purée beauté rythme Songs voix Magnifique. Totale respect
Nádhera, jsem nadšen, že něco tak dojemného existuje
Oh This grabs me totally. the best album for me ever. favourite track ?/ Love and happyeness, and have worn out two CD's did not realise that was possible !! xx
I bow with deep respect.
Beautiful song and two outstanding singers.
Excelente homenagem para aqueles que partiram, excelente musica.
The most beautiful song ever !!!!!!!