I’m mostly a rock, hard rock, metal, guy but I jammed this album all thru my youth. What an angelic voice with heart wrenching lyrics. God bless you Sarah! Edit: thanks for all the awesome replies! So many Sarah McLachlan fans out there even tho she hasn’t had a radio hit for decades. Amazing!
In my opinion, the mark of a great song is that it's a song that you never get sick of, no matter how many times you hear it. For me, this is one of those songs. Thank you for sharing this.
My dad snuck me into her concert at Fox Theater in Boulder Colorado when I was 13 yrs old. Life changing experience. Decades later still listening to her transformative music.
Saw concerts in the Fox theater,in Saint Louis, Supertramp, you probably haven't heard of them but I'm guessing your dad has , saw them the year Crime of the Century came out, very good.
@@banjammy7367 I live in STL and saw her live at Fox in 2014 I think it was Took my husband, he doesn't know her music but I had the time of my life and cried my ass off. He patiently held me while I let her music heal me Salud
I mean, wow - just ... WOW. Not only does she hold that last note for ~17 seconds, she begins it by singing several words, THEN holds the note AND still has enough left to modulate her voice UP at the end of it. Extraordinary voice/breath control ... I'd have passed out around the 5sec mark! (btw, at ~4.21, you can quickly see her draw-in that breath). Such a beautiful song, proving that sometimes life's most daunting challenges can be surmounted and then manifest in impactful expressions of art, in its many forms.
@driverjamescopeland Maybe this will help. Search "Possession Sarah McLachlan Uwe Vandrei" He literally sued her for using his letters as inspiration for the song before he offed himself.
I thought i was the only one that noticed & appreciated those back up vocals, esp during the end where Sarah holds that long note. Back up vocals at that specific time were prob better than Sarah herself
Always wondered who she was! Ms Rose's voice is the perfect compliment to Sarah. Only other close harmony with beautiful highs are Simon & Garfunkel- Scarborough Fair, America
@@dalejenkins2827 Agree 100%. K.Rose only worked on this tour; the original backup singer for Sarah (both live and studio) is CAMILLE HENDERSON. Check this out th-cam.com/video/HmS8LO0dXgg/w-d-xo.html
You know, I came here to say "I like hard rock and metal and this isn't really my scene but this is a GREAT song". And, funny enough, there's already a bunch of comments saying pretty much the same thing. This song may not be "heavy metal" by definition but it has the energy and the attitude. Not to mention an absolutely killer performance.
If Sarah had been just a "One Hit Wonder" this would have been the only song I'd need to hear and call her "Legendary". My headphones exploded the first time I heard its debut as if it were yesterday. She has to be inducted into the Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame someday!
Yes, they were lines in a letter an obsessed stalker wrote her. She put it into an incredible song. After the song was released, the guy committed suicide.
I remember browsing new music CDs at my local Warehouse music shop, No WiFi back then, this song started playing thru the speakers. By compulsion something "possessed me" to ask the girl clerk "who was this singing?" -IMMEDIATELY bought the CD- Haven''t stopped listening to McLachlan since.
even though I'm a metalhead Sarah's voice calms me down....she hosted the Junos here in London in 2019....her voice is incredible and her music is great as well...an award winning musician for sure!
Listen as the wind blows From across the great divide Voices trapped in yearning Memories trapped in time The night is my companion And solitude my guide Would I spend forever here And not be satisfied And I would be the one To hold you down Kiss you so hard I'll take your breath away And after I'd, wipe away the tears Just close your eyes dear Through this world I've stumbled So many times betrayed Trying to find an honest word To find the truth enslaved Oh you speak to me in riddles and You speak to me in rhymes My body aches to breathe your breath Your words keep me alive And I would be the one To hold you down Kiss you so hard I'll take your breath away And after I'd, wipe away the tears Just close your eyes, dear Into this night I wander It's morning that I dread Another day of knowing of The path I fear to tread Oh, into the sea of waking dreams I follow without pride Nothing stands between us here And I won't be denied And I would be the one To hold you down Kiss you so hard I'll take your breath away And after I'd, wipe away the tears Just close your eyes dear I'll hold you down Kiss you so hard I'll take your breath away And after I'd wipe away the tears Just close your eyes...
Everything is so perfect about this concert; great singer and songwriter, awesome band, amazing backing vocals, the matching costumes & decor, lighting & visuals. As a professional pop musician myself, I can only say: top notch, first class!
Crazy how her music flows through the ears of many ages and types. I’ve been listening to her since I was in high school. Just turned 30 and reminiscing. Her music will never die. :)
30 damn seconds!!! I've been training myself with that particular part and I have gotten from a 16 count to 26. But yeah, it is an insane holding time on a note that I've ever heard!
How eloquently She made a beautiful song of a terrifying experience. A man was stalking her a real threat. She overcame and even appears to have understood his out of control feelings.
It's her eastern Canadian maritime roots. She is from Nova Scotia where a lot of Scottish people settled. There is a similar feel in parts of New Brunswick and Newfoundland as well.
Not enough attention is given to Kathryn Rose backup vocals at the end when Sarah holds that long vocal 4:22. It perfectly compliments Sarah's vocal at that point & is just as good if not better. Made that portion of the song powerful & gave me goosebumps.
This Awesome Video Of Sarah McLachian has it all from A To Z From: Her Beautiful Solo intro to Her Dynamic Full Band filled with Solid Rhythms, Tasteful lead guitar solos, Great Harmonies , Wonderful Dynamics with Sara's Stunningly Beautiful Voice and A Great Appreciation from Sara and her Awesome Band to the most Wonderful Crowd Response!!!!
That Last Note, she held it so long........;maybe I'm amazed at the way you love me all the time...you held me on the line, maybe I'm amazed at the way I Really Love You!!! (Sir Paul)
When someone had me do a favorite album challenge, this popped in as one of my top 5 or 10 of all time. I’m a child of 70’s rock, but this to me is the best album of the 90’s. Her live version of this song is unbelievable. After hearing some other songs she has done live, see has a commanding stage presence and her songs take on a greater sound.
I became a fan of Sarah McLachlan’s with her 1st album, Touch, which was released in 1988, during my first year of college. I remember listening to Vox for the first time and it blew me away. I knew then that she was someone special.
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Is there any doubt about this woman's musical ability? Sarah kills it!
There's never been any doubt IMO. She's fabulous !
I’m mostly a rock, hard rock, metal, guy but I jammed this album all thru my youth. What an angelic voice with heart wrenching lyrics. God bless you Sarah!
Edit: thanks for all the awesome replies! So many Sarah McLachlan fans out there even tho she hasn’t had a radio hit for decades. Amazing!
Same here
What a great comment!!
Same here !!! ❤🎉
Me to
She Is incredible
In my opinion, the mark of a great song is that it's a song that you never get sick of, no matter how many times you hear it. For me, this is one of those songs. Thank you for sharing this.
your opinion ???? is ???? right !!!!
My dad snuck me into her concert at Fox Theater in Boulder Colorado when I was 13 yrs old. Life changing experience. Decades later still listening to her transformative music.
Saw concerts in the Fox theater,in Saint Louis, Supertramp, you probably haven't heard of them but I'm guessing your dad has , saw them the year Crime of the Century came out, very good.
That's gangster dude 🤙
@@banjammy7367 I live in STL and saw her live at Fox in 2014 I think it was
Took my husband, he doesn't know her music but I had the time of my life and cried my ass off. He patiently held me while I let her music heal me
Salud
She’s amazing, love her music, I haven’t had the privilege of seeing her live.
Nice! There's a Fox Theater in Oakland, too. I usually just buy a ticket, tho 🙃
Sarah's voice, confidence, looks and energy levels are a thing of beauty. I'll admit: This song gives me goosebumps.
This song rock's☺️
She is really good, beautiful voice, hell. Beautiful lady!
i lived this song in my life 😣 i suppose many of us can say that
What you playing @ Bend .. hopefully this please.
I mean, wow - just ... WOW. Not only does she hold that last note for ~17 seconds, she begins it by singing several words, THEN holds the note AND still has enough left to modulate her voice UP at the end of it. Extraordinary voice/breath control ... I'd have passed out around the 5sec mark! (btw, at ~4.21, you can quickly see her draw-in that breath). Such a beautiful song, proving that sometimes life's most daunting challenges can be surmounted and then manifest in impactful expressions of art, in its many forms.
Absolutely 🤗
You are SO right; Sarah is underrated as a vocal technician. Maybe she could have been a huge success in opera.
Absolutely agree. Hand how about her band? These guys keep it moving along and the guitar interplay is so sweet.
It's easy for Her! (My majesty) She is a witch! One of the most beautiful ones.
All that in a live performance!!!!! Amazing! Amazing.
what a beautiful woman.
I love the way Sarah looks at the end of the song,she knows she just did something special
Possibly the best female performance ever
Her breathless euphoria after she holds that last note and just vibes with the crowd is practically palpable - absolutely LOVE
Just saw her last night. She hasn't missed a beat. Was a phenomenal concert.
¡Estupenda! The backup singer also nails it!
The entire band rocks it, but the guitarists really mirror Sarah's energy and vibe.
SARAH's Touring Band is Spectacular!
That's LUKE who's currently in a WICKED BAND called "Whitehorse" with his Soulmate, it 'Seems'...
😂 ❤
Clicking thumbs up doesn't nearly do justice to Sarah's beautiful soul
❤
My favorite Possession performance. Sarah delivers a performance that I'll always remember and cherish.
Sarah brilliantly delved into the head of her stalker and created a masterpiece! This song still scares me.
Her stalker? When asked what motivated her to write this song, she said it was her own obsession with someone she couldn't have.
@driverjamescopeland Maybe this will help. Search "Possession Sarah McLachlan Uwe Vandrei" He literally sued her for using his letters as inspiration for the song before he offed himself.
She’s the star, but the two guitarists wailing licks back and forth, and the girl singing harmony, seal the deal.
She is just so uniquely talented, I've been a fan since the 90s. No other like Sarah.
Sarah is one of a kind. That is an incontrovertible fact.
Yes! SO, true! 😀
Indeed.
Lyrical genius.
The entire band are of the same caliber.
What a great version of this song. Wow.
She held that note for 17 seconds. Just wow.
One of the only artists to make me tear up at a concert... so delicate and pure, she is a beauty inside and out. Thank you Sarah
Check out the "Later With Jools Holland" version she did of Possession. ...amazing
She's the bomb
Not the only one to but I dig your enthusiasm. Sarah is really good
Truly an angel
The epitome of the goddess personified
Best song of all times . I’m my humble again. This woman is a musical genius . Saw her for the first time in 1995 been hooked ever since
Smiles, hello Jennifer 🌺
When women were women, making beautiful music and not a skimpy outfit in sight...Love you Sarah!!!💖
The backup vocals by KATHRYN ROSE are absolutely magnificent!!!
I thought i was the only one that noticed & appreciated those back up vocals, esp during the end where Sarah holds that long note. Back up vocals at that specific time were prob better than Sarah herself
Always wondered who she was! Ms Rose's voice is the perfect compliment to Sarah. Only other close harmony with beautiful highs are Simon & Garfunkel- Scarborough Fair, America
@@dalejenkins2827 Agree 100%. K.Rose only worked on this tour; the original backup singer for Sarah (both live and studio) is CAMILLE HENDERSON. Check this out th-cam.com/video/HmS8LO0dXgg/w-d-xo.html
@@riquelmerock Camille and Kathryn were her best backing singers by a mile.
But also, Luke ❤️
@@krystleboss8573 hmm Sarah rocked the song , what r u the backup singers sister, Song desires a lot more likes and follows
You know, I came here to say "I like hard rock and metal and this isn't really my scene but this is a GREAT song". And, funny enough, there's already a bunch of comments saying pretty much the same thing.
This song may not be "heavy metal" by definition but it has the energy and the attitude. Not to mention an absolutely killer performance.
Somehow she gets more beautiful as she ages
... ='s Sarah's Heart ...
I agree!
This song has aged amazingly well. Still incredibly moving and beautiful.
If Sarah had been just a "One Hit Wonder" this would have been the only song I'd need to hear and call her "Legendary". My headphones exploded the first time I heard its debut as if it were yesterday. She has to be inducted into the Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame someday!
she is my angel.. she saved me from depression..
One of the most beautiful songs you'll ever hear. ❤
What a way to end a concert - everyone wanting more
I think this is maybe one of the greatest songs of all time
She is every bit the angelic goddess that she appears to be.
Holy shit this hits so different as an adult. This was everything 💃🏻 she’s amazing
Saw her at a free show in government center boston in the mid late nineties. Stunning! Such a gifted musician.
Such a beautiful woman... and a voice to die for.
Totally agree !
This is one of my all-time favorite songs. I would be the one to hold you down. Kiss you so hard I'll take your breath away - wow! What a great line.
Sighhhhhh...yes...😍🥰
Yes, they were lines in a letter an obsessed stalker wrote her. She put it into an incredible song. After the song was released, the guy committed suicide.
I remember browsing new music CDs at my local Warehouse music shop, No WiFi back then, this song started playing thru the speakers. By compulsion something "possessed me" to ask the girl clerk "who was this singing?" -IMMEDIATELY bought the CD- Haven''t stopped listening to McLachlan since.
I absolutely love her music and her voice..!! Been a fan since the 90's.
Saw Sarah live in 94, incredible stuff, and that last note says it all
The way Sarah makes beautiful poetic music from such a scary experience is phenomenal! I feel blessed to hwve been at this tour. I relate! ❤
Great song, music, singer, band, and talent! What more can I say? Well, DONE! Jeff
I’ve been with her since the beginning, have seen her live 3 times. An unforgettable original
My favorite version of this song. In fact, this is one of my favorite live versions of any song. And how she holds that final note... holy #%$@&!!
My first female singer song writer crush... wow! haven't heard her in years. Going to see for sure on 2024 tour.
love the homage to joni mitchell 's "blue" at the start
She always takes my breath away. Her voice incredible. I love her causes and passions.
even though I'm a metalhead Sarah's voice calms me down....she hosted the Junos here in London in 2019....her voice is incredible and her music is great as well...an award winning musician for sure!
Her voice always put tears in my eyes, she's incredible touching
Listen as the wind blows
From across the great divide
Voices trapped in yearning
Memories trapped in time
The night is my companion
And solitude my guide
Would I spend forever here
And not be satisfied
And I would be the one
To hold you down
Kiss you so hard
I'll take your breath away
And after I'd, wipe away the tears
Just close your eyes dear
Through this world I've stumbled
So many times betrayed
Trying to find an honest word
To find the truth enslaved
Oh you speak to me in riddles and
You speak to me in rhymes
My body aches to breathe your breath
Your words keep me alive
And I would be the one
To hold you down
Kiss you so hard
I'll take your breath away
And after I'd, wipe away the tears
Just close your eyes, dear
Into this night I wander
It's morning that I dread
Another day of knowing of
The path I fear to tread
Oh, into the sea of waking dreams
I follow without pride
Nothing stands between us here
And I won't be denied
And I would be the one
To hold you down
Kiss you so hard
I'll take your breath away
And after I'd, wipe away the tears
Just close your eyes dear
I'll hold you down
Kiss you so hard
I'll take your breath away
And after I'd wipe away the tears
Just close your eyes...
It almost frightens me how much these lyrics are me.
I love it when it starts out slow and then it builds up to a strong conclusion.
One of her most beautiful songs. Thank you!
Everything is so perfect about this concert; great singer and songwriter, awesome band, amazing backing vocals, the matching costumes & decor, lighting & visuals. As a professional pop musician myself, I can only say: top notch, first class!
Her voice still sends chills threw out my body this song kill's me
this song is the track to my 90s youth...SUCH a good song....and Sarah is just beautiful with that haunting voice....
This girl…and this album got me thru some good & bad times. Forever obsessed! ❤️
Sarah is the best! I've seen her 3 times in concert over the years. She is really my favorite of all time.
Awesome song by an incredible performer! Rock on Sarah!!!
Crazy how her music flows through the ears of many ages and types. I’ve been listening to her since I was in high school. Just turned 30 and reminiscing. Her music will never die. :)
I started listening to her when I was 17...., I'm 45 now.....her music never ages.👍
I've been listening to her since my senior year in high school and I'm 44.
Im almost 60 and Possession was the first Sarah song for me. Not a song she sings that I dont love!
Same here... except I’m 41 now.. 😀😎
Just discovered Sarah with her beautiful voice💓💓💓💓💓
Smiles, absolutely beautiful Patsy, feels really great listening, how are you doing? 🌺😊
She is beautifully incredible gifted. My God !!!
Stunning song. Stunning woman.
4:22 That note though! Holds for soooo long! Much respect.
30 damn seconds!!! I've been training myself with that particular part and I have gotten from a 16 count to 26. But yeah, it is an insane holding time on a note that I've ever heard!
16 seconds quite a lot!!! She’s so talented!!!
@@edithguzman7277 That's cool. How about the song Fear, could you hit those notes? That's just insane!
@@danielpita3996 Agreed!!
@@lulubell31 The high parts in that song are done in the falsetto voice, so yes I can do those notes when singing in that register.
This is perfection. What a wonderful voice.
She is awesome...credit to drummer and sound tech.
The poetry in her work, both lyrically and musically, is remarkable. It reaches deep inside of me.
"and a cross from a faith that died before Jesus came."
need more of Sarah !! enchanting is understatement ! just beautiful
This song, this video! OMG!
Hard to believe this song came from a stalkers letters to her. Only Sarah could turn tragedy into poetry.
No doubt the stalker was a lesbian.
@@jetmech9287 Not true, Uwe Vandrei, a programmer from Ottawa actually tried to sue her for using his words in this song.
@@dakohli That's a Uwe identifies as a lesbian.
@@jetmech9287 Nope. It was a man.
@@jetmech9287⁵5
I aways loved what she did with her voice on that one.
She's gifted by God himself
How eloquently She made a beautiful song of a terrifying experience. A man was stalking her a real threat. She overcame and even appears to have understood his out of control feelings.
Never knew that!
Yes God used her through her experience and she used the lyrics indirectly from him , her stalker
Just took me right back to those amazing nights of campfires, and Sun-rise! Damn that long' high note at the end!
I've just seen awesome! What she does with that note at the end.....incredible!
All of us here know how extraordinary her vocalizing is, but it’s the energy she puts into her songs.
Sarah has an Irish sound to her voice. I love her.
I think that's the East Coast of Canada accent.
It's her eastern Canadian maritime roots. She is from Nova Scotia where a lot of Scottish people settled. There is a similar feel in parts of New Brunswick and Newfoundland as well.
@@seamusin1697 Great...Thanks for the info. I love her voice...skills on multiple instruments...and her beautiful smile.
@@thorpenator9148 No problem!
Not enough attention is given to Kathryn Rose backup vocals at the end when Sarah holds that long vocal 4:22. It perfectly compliments Sarah's vocal at that point & is just as good if not better. Made that portion of the song powerful & gave me goosebumps.
💯 They blend so perfectly.
The album version of "Possession" was good...but this live version is THE BEST!
she had my eye 30 years ago , totally awesome!!!!
A goosebump-inducing performance. Love Sarah!
I've seen her live twice and she was amazing both times.
This Awesome Video Of Sarah McLachian has it all from A To Z From: Her Beautiful Solo intro to Her Dynamic Full Band filled with Solid Rhythms, Tasteful lead guitar solos, Great Harmonies , Wonderful Dynamics with Sara's Stunningly Beautiful Voice and A Great Appreciation from Sara and her Awesome Band to the most Wonderful Crowd Response!!!!
She held that last note forever.
I first heard her angelic voice , when I came back to America, after a lengthy overseas operation .....Fell in love ...1990's
I haven't heard this in a long time. And if my neighbors never heard it, they did now lol. 🤗
Smiles, hi there 🌺😊
Her voice, tender, strong. And just plain amazing
Love this live version! Muy Bella !! She is very pretty.
That Last Note, she held it so long........;maybe I'm amazed at the way you love me all the time...you held me on the line, maybe I'm amazed at the way I Really Love You!!! (Sir Paul)
God gifted this Uber talented lady with a set of pipes that are truly a blessing to all that hear her!
Such real emotion in her voice! grabs your attention and doesn't let go, also the guitarists and whole band is excellent, wish I had caught that show!
I'm seeing her in 1 month, so excited
@@herbhunter5520 How was it?
@@mindlessrover2001 very good
When someone had me do a favorite album challenge, this popped in as one of my top 5 or 10 of all time. I’m a child of 70’s rock, but this to me is the best album of the 90’s. Her live version of this song is unbelievable. After hearing some other songs she has done live, see has a commanding stage presence and her songs take on a greater sound.
Oh my freaking God I loooove this performance 😃😃😃❤️❤️❤️
one of the most beautiful women in the world
What an amazing talent… everything about her is over the top.. she’s hard to beat !!!
Man What a beautiful voice and beautiful woman.
Thanks Sarah
For all the memories.
1st time seeing this. The camera really loves her, she is so bloody hot! The voice of an angel with the body of ....I think I'm in love, again.
dear Sarah...my child....you are a Gift...From....God....To....All.....Mankind.......May....Our....Creator.....Bless & Protect You.....For....All....Your.....Days.......dec 20th. 2021AD.......1239hrs....Dublin.....Ireland.......
Nothing but Love
I love her beautiful voice.
I became a fan of Sarah McLachlan’s with her 1st album, Touch, which was released in 1988, during my first year of college. I remember listening to Vox for the first time and it blew me away. I knew then that she was someone special.