Man, they just don't write songs like this anymore. The 70's and 80's were freaking amazing. I am so ready to go back. So happy that I got to experience those decades first hand.
MARCH 4, 2023: Today is Chris Rea's 72d birthday. Wishing him a great new year of endless happiness, good health, and good fortune. Chris, you will always have our undying love, loyalty, respect and appreciation!! Please continue to grace us with your music. Never give up; never give in.
This is another song that you remember sounding extraordinary when you first heard it back in the 70's and to hear it today it just amazes with that voice.
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October 1978 we were 23 years old. Heaven and existing as young adults in the 1970's. We did not know how fortunate we were. We have to thank Chris Rhea and others for those past reminders how lucky we are in these sad modern times. So glad we were there for ever and ever. Jackie and Steve.
I have to look at these 70's videos to keep me going. I cant take this modern world much longer. I long for these days when life was good and people were kind to each other. I am sick of what the World has become. One thing though, I am so grateful for RUclips so we all can relive this wonderful time in our lives.
This song will forever remind me of my senior year in HS (1979). The puppy-love relationship that brought me so much anxiety and angst then is the one I remember so fondly today. I owe Chris Rea a debt of gratitude for these memories and for penning one of my fave songs of all time.
How do you have fond memories if it gave you all that anxiety though? I ask cause those memories are my absoulute worse, they actually bring me anxiety today, .lol
@@JaneCooper190072 The stronger the love the deeper the pain in letting go of it. Though the pain is one you wouldn’t wish on your enemy, the memory of the experience of such a great love makes it worth it. I once knew a man for only 4 months but the love was so strong it took me 20 years to stop hurting after he walked away. It’s all an illusion and we cause ourselves our own pain but it’s just one of those tough life lessons.
Wow! That was like, 40 years ago! I can't believe I'm that old! I was young and naive back then, now I'm just I'm old and tired, hoping God will have mercy on me.
Yeah, same here mate, I was 18 back then and when I hear this kinda music, I'm 18 again. A wise man once said - "Like a good old wine and rock and roll, if it feels real good, then let it sooth you're soul". Cheers to ya, Rob in Oz (Australia)
I wish life was still as simple as it was during the 70s & 80s. Thanks God for the good memories and quality of life when humanity cared for one another. Is this your favorite song?
First heard on the radio aboard the Greyhound bus in October 1978, heading west from Quebec to Vancouver Island after an autumn harvesting wheat in Saskatchewan as part of a North American adventure, far from the land down under, Chris Rea was a young northern British pop musician writing his own songs, breaking into the US market and this very catchy piece was written for his 17 year old sister, who had just suffered the break up of her first serious affair, but as Chris sings, "Fool if you think its over, its only just begun". Thus this very memorable moment of the glorious 1970s, began a long creative career for Chris Rea, unfortunately interrupted by serious illness, but Chris persevered, and has given us a magnificent repertoire of evocative music for those special times back when life was both a pleasure and an adventure to be celebrated, including "Driving Home for Christmas" and "On the Beach", before the planet became crowded out and overwhelmed, so thank you Chris for braving your battles, coming through and providing such wonderful memories from a time long gone, but relished by us who were there.
Looks like Chris is really enjoying playing and singing this beautiful song, the beat is mesmorizing (spelling). Sax is great, all around a great performance.
Brings back memories..... Great slow dance music !!!!!!! Wish I were a few centures younger... but I can go back in time anytime I want by just cranking up songs like this!! Now all I need is a dance partner ! I still have the moves...
This song touches a place in the soul that is indescribable!! This is also "THE" love song for a broken heart. I can feel not only the pain I have endured in this song... but the pain of others as well. Doesn't get any deeper...just nothing else like it!!
What a beautiful comment! This song does touch a place in the soul that is indescribable. I am older now and know that the words in this song were so wise. It feels like the end of the world when you lose the one you love. But the lyrics are so true. It hurts so much but you do get over it and move on. Just a brilliant, timeless song.
thank you so much RUclips for taking someone like me a lady that is 56 years old to be able to try travel back in time to the 70s at a push of a button and listen to such great music that takes me back to my teenage years
NEARLY ALL 1970's songs have become ICONIC and historic in the music world. Beyond that, I don't have another comment. I'm in COlorado, just waiting for the "special" brownie store to legally open ! PROP 64 passed
I have nothing but thee utmost respect for this man . . Chris always wanted to be a pop star but never ever saw himself as one although he was hugely talented at writing songs and had one of the best singing voices you could imagine. Although lately Chris has been through the mill with regards his health and is now a shadow of his former self but still is fighting and enjoying life . . God bless you Chris your an absolute legend.
To tell you the truth, this song did hit me during heartbreak and that is why I could not ever forget it. It describes what you go through, exactly! That memory still hurts at times, but this song is also, still my comfort. I can not describe how it has effected me as well, I'm sure glad to meet someone else who can see it's impactful insight and how everyone could relate to it's depth and reality. Nice talking to you, have a good week?
Please read a certain chapter in Kahlil Gibran's "TheProphet." The chapter on Love. I read it at 15, but I wasn't willing to listen to Gibran about love. Later in life, I broke up with the love of my life because I didn't understand what Gibran was teaching. Through the years, every once in a while, I would read some of the book. I'm so glad that I read the love chapter again after I left my darling, and finally understood the importance of the advice. I realized I had been only living partially, and understood it's definitely not enough!! I was so lucky he took me back! I had some important growing to do! 😀
What an amazing voice! I just love this song! He wrote it for his sister when she was heartbroken after her first breakup with a boyfriend. It has a special meaning for me. It's sad, but I just can't stop listening. Unfortunately, life and love are full of heartbreaks. But I'm a hopeless romantic.
Terri: Chris has a pleasing voice and a great heart to have written a thoughtful song like this for his teenage sister Paula. Chris commented that in 1978 his song achieved the success even though Hard and Punk Rock were what many people listened to. Chris had Al Green in mind as the right performer for "Fool", but Chris nailed it and is the right voice for this song.
Terri Smajek ◇◇◇ Teen relationships that we spent at least 9 yr together is the hardest esp. If it's a more one way relationship. I know and a baby involved but, my heavenly Father had a treasure for me and we have been together 39 yrs. And now the other decided he made a mistake in letting us go.
I heard a great Christmas song called Driving Home for Christmas by Chris Rea. I googled him & found this, one of my favorite songs of all time! Can’t believe it! His Christmas song is beautiful btw
I agree..yes he is saying"Look at me, yes this is my song!" And he should...he knew he had a hit there and I can't even find the words to describe how this song touches me. I was a little girl when it came out but I can only imagine being around 17 and hearing this around the time of a heartbreak. CRUSHING...but also magical!! He's so cute here and everything about his voice, the lyrics and museic is perfection at it's finest!! : )
I have been listening to this gentleman since I was 13 when they introduced FM to the airwaves in Canada..... I find the music back then to be the most meaningful..... I love all of Chris's music!
I listen to Chris all day long never get enough I just love him and his voice. I'm in the USA and didn't know he was from the uk. God I missed out a lot of years hearing him.make up for it now
Fell in love with his voice first time I heard this. What a great talent this man still is. Sad his health has taken such a toll but so happy he has survived.
Miss teenage dream...such a tragic scene....he knocked your crown....then ran away. First wound of pride...and how you'll cry and cry. Save your tears...got years and years!
Chris Rea is adorable in this video. Like all of you, I would love to go back to the late 70s. I've exposed my children to great songs like this. Nothing today can compete. This is on my top ten favorite songs.
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Growing up in Los Angeles, Chris was on the radio all the time! Please take me back. Im now 72.
I’m 77 yrs and I’ve loved Chris since the first time I heard him sing my children grew up with Chris’s songs you are amazing stay well
Man, they just don't write songs like this anymore. The 70's and 80's were freaking amazing. I am so ready to go back. So happy that I got to experience those decades first hand.
I can't believe how amazing those decades were, for music. Its almost unreal how good the music was
MARCH 4, 2023: Today is Chris Rea's 72d birthday. Wishing him a great new year of endless happiness, good health, and good fortune. Chris, you will always have our undying love, loyalty, respect and appreciation!! Please continue to grace us with your music.
Never give up; never give in.
A true classic that has stood the test of time. Heard it October 1978 and listening to it New Years Day 2022. Thanks Chris!
This is another song that you remember sounding extraordinary when you first heard it back in the 70's and to hear it today it just amazes with that voice.
His voice is incredible.
people say they miss the 70s but you can always relive them enjoy i do
Ooh..... That voice. I remember it being played constantly on the radio. 70's music was incredible.
kgc114 the best😁❤️
@@teresaedwards7526 me to
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Amazing voice. ❤
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October 1978 we were 23 years old. Heaven and existing as young adults in the 1970's. We did not know how fortunate we were. We have to thank Chris Rhea and others for those past reminders how lucky we are in these sad modern times. So glad we were there for ever and ever. Jackie and Steve.
His voice is unique beautiful, God giving talent.....
Fascinating that Chris Rea already had that raspy voice at the age of 27, an absolutely unique artist.
The 70's music will forever live. 😄😄😍😍
In 1978 I was completely lost and had no idea I was just 1 year away from meeting my wife. Still together in 2019. Great song BTW.
I remember sharing some great moments with my first gf while this song was new and playing on the radio. Good times
Sweet....cheers.
he wrote this song for his little sister, after her first breakup. big brother looking out for his sister
Ronald Nock I did not know that thank you for sharing that LOL
@@lonestarshopper5485 Chris Rea wrote this song for is younger sister
@@lonestarshopper5485 Never heard Gene Pitney do this song
@@lonestarshopper5485 yes a cover version of a Rea song ..and?
The song was written by Chris Rea. Gene Pitney and several others have done covers. Some have been successful with their covers.
I have to look at these 70's videos to keep me going. I cant take this modern world much longer. I long for these days when life was good and people were kind to each other. I am sick of what the World has become. One thing though, I am so grateful for RUclips so we all can relive this wonderful time in our lives.
boy who ever you are you said that right I feel the same way
I agree and the most noticeable difference between then and today are drivers. They are so rude today. People were nicer back then.
Right on!
5XChamps2 Same here!
5XChamps2 very true people don't give a shit about each other now it's all about getting one other each other.
This song will forever remind me of my senior year in HS (1979). The puppy-love relationship that brought me so much anxiety and angst then is the one I remember so fondly today. I owe Chris Rea a debt of gratitude for these memories and for penning one of my fave songs of all time.
How do you have fond memories if it gave you all that anxiety though? I ask cause those memories are my absoulute worse, they actually bring me anxiety today, .lol
@@JaneCooper190072 The stronger the love the deeper the pain in letting go of it. Though the pain is one you wouldn’t wish on your enemy, the memory of the experience of such a great love makes it worth it. I once knew a man for only 4 months but the love was so strong it took me 20 years to stop hurting after he walked away. It’s all an illusion and we cause ourselves our own pain but it’s just one of those tough life lessons.
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@@JaneCooper190072 because "the pains of seventeen's unreal, the're only dreams..."
@@11970mandy Been there, but used drugs to dim the hurt for many years.
Nádherné písně které nam Chris Rea zpívá milujeme a přetrvávají máme je stále rádi.
Věřím že ho zase někdy uvidíme v Praze diky❤👍❤👍❤👍❤
Herrlich, er hat es nie wieder so toll gesungen, wie 1978
I never get tired of this song. Music of that era brings me to a happy place. And how did I not notice in '78 how adorable Chris Rea was?
ME PASA LO MISMO Y MAS CON ESTA CANCIÓN 😳🤗👍
My all time favorite song!! Just turned 61 a few days ago, and I still think music was much better back then than it is now. This song especially.
I totally agree with you even the worst 70s song is better than the crap that's played today
Also 61 and yes the music was definitely better 🤩
I miss the 70's more than you can imagine.
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Wow! That was like, 40 years ago! I can't believe I'm that old! I was young and naive back then, now I'm just I'm old and tired, hoping God will have mercy on me.
+oksana price You are not that "old," you are that "experienced!"
Yeah, same here mate, I was 18 back then and when I hear this kinda music, I'm 18 again. A wise man once said - "Like a good old wine and rock and roll, if it feels real good, then let it sooth you're soul". Cheers to ya, Rob in Oz (Australia)
oksana price hey I'm 71 and these bitter sweet memories still bring a tear to my heart..
Love his newer stuff too
Don't let age get in the way. You're just warming up.
I still like this song into 2020.
Yep me too, fabulous tune....
Me too Aaron !!! 🍃🍃🍃
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Can't stop listening to him, discovered him on Wings of Pegasus with Fil
Amen to that Aaron!!! Thank you!!!
Excelente canción
Take me back to the 70s Lord. Life was so much calmer. Love was innocent. Miss.....😭😭😭
I wish life was still as simple as it was during the 70s & 80s. Thanks God for the good memories and quality of life when humanity cared for one another. Is this your favorite song?
Even the 80s 🥺
What a beautiful song. One of a kind. A true classic. God bless him.
Can't get enough of this song woke up this morning thinking and singing it.
This song is loaded with great lyrics. This is why music is lacking these days. Smooth clean sounds. Thanks for posting.
Timeless song great lyrics
I love this song, memories from the 70's 🤗
I miss the 70,s such a better time in life and the music was real.
What càn. You. Say. Çhis. Rea. He. Never. Will Go. Out. Of. Style.
First heard on the radio aboard the Greyhound bus in October 1978, heading west from Quebec to Vancouver Island after an autumn harvesting wheat in Saskatchewan as part of a North American adventure, far from the land down under, Chris Rea was a young northern British pop musician writing his own songs, breaking into the US market and this very catchy piece was written for his 17 year old sister, who had just suffered the break up of her first serious affair, but as Chris sings, "Fool if you think its over, its only just begun". Thus this very memorable moment of the glorious 1970s, began a long creative career for Chris Rea, unfortunately interrupted by serious illness, but Chris persevered, and has given us a magnificent repertoire of evocative music for those special times back when life was both a pleasure and an adventure to be celebrated, including "Driving Home for Christmas" and "On the Beach", before the planet became crowded out and overwhelmed, so thank you Chris for braving your battles, coming through and providing such wonderful memories from a time long gone, but relished by us who were there.
Looks like Chris is really enjoying playing and singing this beautiful song, the beat is mesmorizing (spelling). Sax is great, all around a great performance.
Mesmerising. 👍 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Franz_Mesmer
Крис Ри, мой любимый певец. Долгих лет Вам жизни и хороших песен.❤❤❤❤❤
Here I go again, playing old songs and tearing up .
This song is timeless. The first time I heard this I loved this song I loved it, and so many years later it seems to get better and better.
Musicians from then used to really be talented
I never get tired listening to this song
This was Chris's first major hit (top 10 in America too), Rea is such an under-rated singer songwriter, and a master of his craft!!
Brings back memories..... Great slow dance music !!!!!!! Wish I were a few centures younger... but I can go back in time anytime I want by just cranking up songs like this!! Now all I need is a dance partner ! I still have the moves...
Как давно не видела Криса таким молодым. Класс .
What a gem ♥️
Indeed! 😄🌞🗽😇
you are so right, the seventies was a time of miracles and magic....or at least to me it felt that way...ahhhhhhh
October of 1978 just returned from our honeymoon in Hawaii and Vegas. Still going strong 42 years later.
Sentimental memories of High school years. Excellent tune. Who else thinks he looks like the great Barry Manilow here ?
Мило. Нежно. Тепло. Очаровательно. Дивно. Изумительно. Элегантно.
Muy muy bueno me entusiasma.Gracias Chris.
What a great song. Loved growing up in the 70's.
Love this song! Yes, there was a time when lyrics and composition mattered!
Amen
Boa
This song touches a place in the soul that is indescribable!! This is also "THE" love song for a broken heart. I can feel not only the pain I have endured in this song... but the pain of others as well. Doesn't get any deeper...just nothing else like it!!
What a beautiful comment! This song does touch a place in the soul that is indescribable. I am older now and know that the words in this song were so wise. It feels like the end of the world when you lose the one you love. But the lyrics are so true. It hurts so much but you do get over it and move on. Just a brilliant, timeless song.
A real great piece here, and there was and never will be anything like the 70's--great time to be alive indeed, unfortunately, it is over.
Wow...could listen to that song all day..love it.❤❤
It’s 2019 and I’m still loving this song and the voice. Magic!
2021,soon 2022 and and and……..
Сейчас 2022год.
40 years seem like nothing. The best voice ever.
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It is within the history of musical archives!
He was so good...still have the vinyl album
Stands the test of time 37 years later.
beautiful memories watching the dark pass
39 years*
Never to be heard from again
Chris, I am so glad you chose a musical career rather than your fathers ice cream factory. You are a great talent. 💕❤️
So glad hes ok from his stroke too...hes so humble...he never let fame go to his head
We motored past his mama's restaurant once.
I remember hearing this song when I experienced my first breakup/heartbreak. Many years later, these words still ring true.
thank you so much RUclips for taking someone like me a lady that is 56 years old to be able to try travel back in time to the 70s at a push of a button and listen to such great music that takes me back to my teenage years
This is when the world was a much simpler and happy place to be. This song brings back those memories. I wish I would've respected it more then.
Эх, вернуться бы в 1978 год! Мне - 19 лет и я слушаю Криса Ли, молодого красавчика👍
He was adorable!
Who would have thought a classic like this only got to number 30 in the UK charts.
Awesome song
Graduated from high school in 78 still listening to this in 2019. Still a great song. Timeless 🎵
NEARLY ALL 1970's songs have become ICONIC and historic in the music world. Beyond that, I don't have another comment. I'm in COlorado, just waiting for the "special" brownie store to legally open ! PROP 64 passed
A nice, great tune that makes people remember good old times and rithms.
How much do I love this song. Let me count the way, got years and years.
I have nothing but thee utmost respect for this man . . Chris always wanted to be a pop star but never ever saw himself as one although he was hugely talented at writing songs and had one of the best singing voices you could imagine. Although lately Chris has been through the mill with regards his health and is now a shadow of his former self but still is fighting and enjoying life . . God bless you Chris your an absolute legend.
Just great song...arrived from spain and I understood every word...
I'm 54 now too - wow we had some great songs from the 70's when we were young didn't we? Wish I could go back sometimes - simpler times
To tell you the truth, this song did hit me during heartbreak and that is why I could not ever forget it. It describes what you go through, exactly! That memory still hurts at times, but this song is also, still my comfort. I can not describe how it has effected me as well, I'm sure glad to meet someone else who can see it's impactful insight and how everyone could relate to it's depth and reality. Nice talking to you, have a good week?
Please read a certain chapter in Kahlil Gibran's "TheProphet."
The chapter on Love.
I read it at 15, but I wasn't willing to listen to Gibran about love. Later in life, I broke up with the love of my life because I didn't understand what Gibran was teaching. Through the years, every once in a while, I would read some of the book. I'm so glad that I read the love chapter again after I left my darling, and finally understood the importance of the advice. I realized I had been only living partially, and understood it's definitely not enough!! I was so lucky he took me back! I had some important growing to do! 😀
Very Beautiful Masterpiece
When music was good, and you could sing along with it. I really appreciate the 1970's music and a lot of the 1980's too.
What an amazing voice! I just love this song! He wrote it for his sister when she was heartbroken after her first breakup with a boyfriend. It has a special meaning for me. It's sad, but I just can't stop listening. Unfortunately, life and love are full of heartbreaks. But I'm a hopeless romantic.
Terri Smajek ❤️❤️😍😍 that's so cute!
Don't you wish you had a brother who would do this for you!
Terri: Chris has a pleasing voice and a great heart to have written a thoughtful song like this for his teenage sister Paula. Chris commented that in 1978 his song achieved the success even though Hard and Punk Rock were what many people listened to. Chris had Al Green in mind as the right performer for "Fool", but Chris nailed it and is the right voice for this song.
Terri Smajek ◇◇◇ Teen relationships that we spent at least 9 yr together is the hardest esp. If it's a more one way relationship. I know and a baby involved but, my heavenly Father had a treasure for me and we have been together 39 yrs. And now the other decided he made a mistake in letting us go.
Me pasa lo mismo. Soy una romántica empedernida .
I heard a great Christmas song called Driving Home for Christmas by Chris Rea. I googled him & found this, one of my favorite songs of all time! Can’t believe it!
His Christmas song is beautiful btw
That one is excellent too
I agree..yes he is saying"Look at me, yes this is my song!" And he should...he knew he had a hit there and I can't even find the words to describe how this song touches me. I was a little girl when it came out but I can only imagine being around 17 and hearing this around the time of a heartbreak. CRUSHING...but also magical!! He's so cute here and everything about his voice, the lyrics and museic is perfection at it's finest!! : )
I never get tired of lisening to this song, one of the best songs in the late 70's...
Amore mio...❤....avevo 26 anni e ascoltavo le tue meravigliose canzoni...anno 78...la nascita di mio figlio....❤❤❤
How do we get those times back!? 😦🥰What a VOICE! They don’t make them like that anymore
I love this song also. None stop. Incredibly beautiful song.
I have been listening to this gentleman since I was 13 when they introduced FM to the airwaves in Canada..... I find the music back then to be the most meaningful..... I love all of Chris's music!
I listen to Chris all day long never get enough I just love him and his voice. I'm in the USA and didn't know he was from the uk. God I missed out a lot of years hearing him.make up for it now
one of the great easy listening songs of the 70s.
Save your tears. Fool If You Think Is Over. A Chris Rea classic.
When life was easy and timeless.
Best song writers, singers and bands in this era. We'll never get this level of talent again in my eyes. Wish I could travel back to the 70's.
They wil come back Frazz,really
Great Emotions
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Great music
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"Fool if you think is over..." What a nice song. I love it. One of the best composers and singers of all time.
This song just crept up in my head a couple of days ago and hasn't stopped popping up since.
It makes me feel sooo sad.😔
Fell in love with his voice first time I heard this. What a great talent this man still is. Sad his health has taken such a toll but so happy he has survived.
Es de los pocos cantantes con una voz muy personal 🎵🎶💃💃🥰 que bueno es
Beautiful song, performance and voice 😍 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏
Miss teenage dream...such a tragic scene....he knocked your crown....then ran away. First wound of pride...and how you'll cry and cry. Save your tears...got years and years!
Masterpiece, Chris!!! Thank you!!! My favorite song since 1978!!! 🎼❤️🎼
Quite possibly, the best song of the 70's in my book. What a great time to grow up.
I landed on the west coast when that song came out. What a glamourous time.
1978, I was 23 yrs old, I had been out of the United States Marine Corps for a year. Memories of an old girlfriend. Nothing like 1970 music.
This song has a lot of meaning for me. I always thought he had an amazing voice.
Definitely the magnificent voice and song that took me though my teenage years… thank you Cris!!
I miss the 70's man, upper 50's now and music is not the same. Loved this song in highschool.
Chris Rea is adorable in this video. Like all of you, I would love to go back to the late 70s. I've exposed my children to great songs like this. Nothing today can compete. This is on my top ten favorite songs.