I told him pretty much the same thing after declaring my love for Wendell Gee, that song is very special to me! So sad to hear of Bill Rieflin’s passing last month too😞
@@angelarorrer8055 I LOVE Pet sounds. Spent the (french) COVID lockdowns in 2020, listening that album in a loop. It helped a lot fighting the bad moods....
Michael's poetry and soft voice + Mike and Pete's melodies = Pure magic. Compare REM's songs to the absolute shaite we're getting served today,, I feel sad for young people
Laura Mackinnon Today Is a new day I've always wanted To make a smile wider Before I open eyes Ive found myself I've found someone's else?? Hey hey I just can't feel pain My heart can't contemplate Mix feelings Hey hey my wall is urs to break Don't blame for your bleeding hands We danced in the moonlight We can dance forevermore You tilted my head back I opened my eyes I seen my destination Surprise surprise Ship shape Concentrate Dance moves Penetrate We dance We waltzed We lost Self control We danced until morning Then I opened my eyes All alone I'm not surprised I'm not surprised Confused I see Just a Just a Magical dream Dream Dream
Totally agree def. a Beach Boys Song but I still love it I wish some of the artists today would start copying Brian Wilson and The Beatles as wrong as I sound saying that music is in a awful place.
This video always touches my heart. It is about perseverance, never giving up, no matter what hardships befall us. This beautiful soul represents grace under pressure. I also love seeing Michael smiling here, and often. It is a favorite video
It's also about being extra careful crossing the street in NYC. Yellow cabs coming blazing down the wrong side of the road out of nowhere. Lucky she only got wet lol
When I lost my only Daughter from a hideous disease MND her mobile phone still had her voice on it and I would ring it just to hear her voice, she was so beautiful.
MND is hideous, you're right. I'm so glad you still have that piece of her to listen to. If you haven't already, make sure it is backed up/archived because some phone companies etc may retroactively empty mailboxes and things like that. I wish you the best.
R.E.M. the best ❤ Li ho scoperti quando avevo circa 15 anni..nel lontano '92 ...ed è stato amore al primo ascolto! Michael Stipe è affascinante!😍 Adesso è un eclettico artista nel campo delle arti visive. Di recente (dicembre '23) c'è stata una sua mostra a Milano.
There’s a line that says “ you always say your name like I wouldn’t know it’s you” It speaks of extraordinary humility. My partner who died in a car accident did that, every time she called. Even though I knew it was her. I guess it’s what we should all do. Famous or not
This is one of my favorite REM songs. The beauty in observing the soft love in a soul thats destiny. Some people aren't alive with love. Some don't see the Universes perspective. Noticing the details of destiny. Looking through loves eyes even the pain has meaning. In inspirations we find our souls destiny.
"Looking through loves eyes even the pain has meaning" - thank you for putting into words something I've wanted to express. And some people aren't alive with love, never were, and never will be. I hope that you have found your destiny.
Whomever the music supervisor was for "Never Been Kissed" was a genius. This song was put in the perfect part of the movie, when she finally was at the peak of her popularity in the school that she sought after for so long. Fit the whole vibe perfectly with the cinematography.....man. Perfect scene and even more perfect song selection with this song. Absolutely beautiful and gorgeous song.
My ex bf sent me this when we were still together because he said that this song made him think of me and that he loved to make me smile. I was a fan of REM but didn't know this track and have loved it since then. He died 5 years ago but the playlists with songs like this one remain 💔❤️ RIP Cam Reid
His soothing voice is like a drug...sucks you in to this absolutely beautiful song. I heard a blip of it in the movie "Never Been Kissed" and I never knew who sang it. Couple days ago I'm watching an old episode of Party of Five then Claudia attends a concert and there is REM singing this freaking incredible song. Now....I can't stop listening to it...I'm addicted.
I heard this on the radio this evening (90.7, WFUV in NYC), and I thought it was a lost track from Pet Sounds. Kudos to R.E.M. for recreating the harmonies and instrumentation from the Brian Wilson days of the Beach Boys. I could almost even hear Hal Blaine, Carol Kaye, and the rest of the Wrecking Crew in this.
I heard this song a long time ago a little muffled over the hustle and bustle of working at a grocery store, hearing it in its fullness has been really good, it's very unlike REMs other hits
REM were an extraordinary band. Saw them live, in november 2008, and it was one of the best shows iv'e ever went to. What a great singer Michael Stipe is.
I haven't listened to this song in over a decade, and I'm so glad I returned to it today. It's one of the most gorgeous things they ever wrote, and it'll always be one of my favorite songs.
I Grew up in Lagos Nigeria and R.E.M was one of the bands that stood out with me growing up in the 90"s They make so much Good music. Honestly the quality music they make just takes my soul through different states of reflection, nostalgia and overall positivity. The Band is a gift to the World. Saying I love R.E.M is an understatement.
Evan77 since I've been listening this song in 1999. I know this song would for my wedding day too... It's a beautiful love song and it means a lot to me
Los más grandes. La mejor etapa de mi vida fue escuchándolo en el salón de casa de mis padres, yo era adolescente, mientras mi mamá cocinaba la cena con rem de fondo tocando. Moriré con la voz de Michael stipe , aunque nunca lo haya conocido.
I only heard this song very recently for the first time, My sister was shot dead by her husband on 1.8.11 and every time I hear this song I can only think of her. I have her voice recording. The other thing I have to listen too that makes me cry. Thank You REM for reminding me of beauty.
REM, I was there at the beginning, I'll cherish all my moments with you. I love this song, I don't think you know how many bad days this song got me through! Thank God for technology! Thanks for the concerts, the "good" times, the "bad" times and for being REM!
I always thought this was sort of Stipe's love song to Brian, or a song of appreciation. I'm probably wrong, but sometimes our delusions and faith keep us happy
@@petetruther6978 I saw them perform this song on something a long time ago and that's exactly what he said it was. He was very humble about it, but this song is beautiful. Totally nothing to do with this, but you share the same name as one of my favorite comedians.
A real gem of beauty, emotion, finesse. Most beautiful song on UP, I'd say. Also, I love Michael's facial expressions, gestures, postures in this video. Really a subtle man.
Michael Stipe has an exquisitely mysterious aura. When he smiles, I smile.
Those eye lashes
I think he would've made a great actor. His face is so expressive.
@@nickers0077 definitely, he's a good actor in his music videos
He’s an absolute legend 💚☘️
True. Michael may be in my 10 favorite people to ever live up there with Mother Teresa and Da Vinci. I'm serious. He's that amazing
For me, Michael Stipe is one of finest lyricists of the last fifty years, a poet, quietly charismatic
and what a superb band he fronted!!
I told him pretty much the same thing after declaring my love for Wendell Gee, that song is very special to me!
So sad to hear of Bill Rieflin’s passing last month too😞
Totally agree! ❤️❤️❤️
Yes Sir! 👍
TOTALLY 👏
No one beats Ronan Harris when it comes to lyrics.
This song breaks me. It was played at my dad's funeral. They were always his favourite
You literally put tears into my eyes. Modern music couldn't do this.
+Evan77 yeah it puts tears in my eyes too
your dad had awesome taste :)
He definitely did! A big hug. :)
Megan Cummings wow! 😔
Happy Birthday, Michael!❤
REM meets the Beach boys... that song is a miracle ! ❤😊😊
It fell right off of Pet Sounds! ♥️
Yes they did capture the whole vibe created by Pet Sounds in this master piece, I found a way to make Smile?
@@angelarorrer8055 I LOVE Pet sounds. Spent the (french) COVID lockdowns in 2020, listening that album in a loop. It helped a lot fighting the bad moods....
OMG, I never thought about that, but you are soooo spot on! The backing vocals and percussion are right out of Pet Sounds!
REM are like an infnite box of music. Wherever you'll dig, you'll find gold.
Maybe on their last album I don't know
that is WAY too good of a quote...
agreed!
Their music made everyone happy when it was played and in a gentle no hate for anyone way .
The most romantic song ever written by the genius that is Michael Stipe 💚☘️
Does anyone else enjoy seeing Michael Stipe smile so much in this track, like I do?
When Michael smiles, I smile. Such a beautiful man, inside and out.
Absolutely
yup deffo!
His smile warms my heart. Takes away the pain of my depression. I listen to them everyday. He is beautiful.
Me too brother
Michael's poetry and soft voice + Mike and Pete's melodies = Pure magic. Compare REM's songs to the absolute shaite we're getting served today,, I feel sad for young people
Yeah, all they got is mobile phones for entertain.
This is, without a doubt, rem at their most beautiful.
+Laura Mackinnon omg yesss, this album is as beautiful at Michael stipe's eyes
+Finley Van De Wall totally agree *-*
Laura Mackinnon Today
Is a new day
I've always wanted
To make a smile wider
Before I open eyes
Ive found myself
I've found someone's else??
Hey hey I just can't feel pain
My heart can't contemplate
Mix feelings
Hey hey my wall is urs to break
Don't blame for your bleeding hands
We danced in the moonlight
We can dance forevermore
You tilted my head back
I opened my eyes
I seen my destination
Surprise surprise
Ship shape
Concentrate
Dance moves
Penetrate
We dance
We waltzed
We lost
Self control
We danced until morning
Then I opened my eyes
All alone
I'm not surprised
I'm not surprised
Confused
I see
Just a
Just a
Magical dream
Dream
Dream
Laura MacKinnon, What I was going to write, just 3yrs too late!!
Well said!
The bass harmonica, the 4/4 chords on the piano, the dit-dit-dit vocals...REM are such good students of Brian Wilson...
Totally agree def. a Beach Boys Song but I still love it I wish some of the artists today would start copying Brian Wilson and The Beatles as wrong as I sound saying that music is in a awful place.
Nice to see River Phoenix's sister too
I would agree with that , nicely spotted .
you forgot the most obvious giveaway: the drums
@@scottcuttre9705 'but' I still like it? Don't be hating now. Beach Boys at their best were amazing
This video always touches my heart. It is about perseverance, never giving up, no matter what hardships befall us. This beautiful soul represents grace under pressure. I also love seeing Michael smiling here, and often. It is a favorite video
It's also about being extra careful crossing the street in NYC. Yellow cabs coming blazing down the wrong side of the road out of nowhere. Lucky she only got wet lol
@@PaperRaines being a native New Yorker, a couple of those things happened to me. It's real life NYC
Thank you, Brian Wilson, for inspiring this beautiful song.
Sounds like a Pet Sounds song. 👍
I'll tip my hat to any musicians who feel inspired to create music honoring of Brian Wilson.
When I lost my only Daughter from a hideous disease MND her mobile phone still had her voice on it and I would ring it just to hear her voice, she was so beautiful.
Awwww. I'm sorry for your loss. Stay strong
MND is hideous, you're right. I'm so glad you still have that piece of her to listen to. If you haven't already, make sure it is backed up/archived because some phone companies etc may retroactively empty mailboxes and things like that. I wish you the best.
Thanks Justin for your kind comment and yes backed up you are quite right about the telecommunication companies. Cheers Cheryl
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🙏❤
This was our first dance song at our wedding 18 years ago and I still love my husband and REM to bits ❤️
What a perfect choice for a first dance! So happy for both of you.
Thank you I thought so too, you can hear the bells in it too, can’t believe it’s not more popular, it was perfect for us ❤
At their most beautiful. This song gets to me every time, with lines like "I count your eyelashes...". It doesn't need a video xx
gets me every time as well.
+Tom George I read bad poetry into your machine . . .
me too..=:::I
Dear Mr TOm,
You're 100% right. It's a splendid case of 'less is more'. Everything good for you.
You can visualise every word, can’t you?
i needed this song so badly today. my life is taking some unexpected changes and i needed to hear his beautiful voice to bring peace to my heart.
This song is beautiful.
After 25+ years, this song still sends shivers down my spine when l listen to it.
Simply breathtaking
R.E.M. the best ❤ Li ho scoperti quando avevo circa 15 anni..nel lontano '92 ...ed è stato amore al primo ascolto! Michael Stipe è affascinante!😍 Adesso è un eclettico artista nel campo delle arti visive. Di recente (dicembre '23) c'è stata una sua mostra a Milano.
There’s a line that says “ you always say your name like I wouldn’t know it’s you” It speaks of extraordinary humility. My partner who died in a car accident did that, every time she called. Even though I knew it was her. I guess it’s what we should all do. Famous or not
❤
Carrie V Thank you
This is one of my favorite REM songs. The beauty in observing the soft love in a soul thats destiny. Some people aren't alive with love. Some don't see the Universes perspective. Noticing the details of destiny. Looking through loves eyes even the pain has meaning. In inspirations we find our souls destiny.
"Looking through loves eyes even the pain has meaning" - thank you for putting into words something I've wanted to express. And some people aren't alive with love, never were, and never will be. I hope that you have found your destiny.
Jennifer youve said that very well. That was poetry :)
❤️
Whomever the music supervisor was for "Never Been Kissed" was a genius. This song was put in the perfect part of the movie, when she finally was at the peak of her popularity in the school that she sought after for so long. Fit the whole vibe perfectly with the cinematography.....man. Perfect scene and even more perfect song selection with this song. Absolutely beautiful and gorgeous song.
Agree. The first time I heard this song was in that movie
Love you Michael Stipe! There will never be another who has your depth or vision.
THIS IS A PURE MASTERPIECE. PERIOD.
My ex bf sent me this when we were still together because he said that this song made him think of me and that he loved to make me smile. I was a fan of REM but didn't know this track and have loved it since then. He died 5 years ago but the playlists with songs like this one remain 💔❤️ RIP Cam Reid
Hope you are doing well
R E M at their most beautiful, the most beautiful song I’ve ever heard, gives me goosebumps every time
For me this is the greatest love song ever written.
His soothing voice is like a drug...sucks you in to this absolutely beautiful song. I heard a blip of it in the movie "Never Been Kissed" and I never knew who sang it. Couple days ago I'm watching an old episode of Party of Five then Claudia attends a concert and there is REM singing this freaking incredible song. Now....I can't stop listening to it...I'm addicted.
I heard this on the radio this evening (90.7, WFUV in NYC), and I thought it was a lost track from Pet Sounds. Kudos to R.E.M. for recreating the harmonies and instrumentation from the Brian Wilson days of the Beach Boys. I could almost even hear Hal Blaine, Carol Kaye, and the rest of the Wrecking Crew in this.
I. think this song is about a beautiful person's hardships in life and then picking oneself up from it to become a better person
i love the ending. she plays like eight notes, and they all nod knowingly at one another at her brilliance :)))
That ELO moment
😂😂😂
Well, they handed her the music to play 😄
I heard this song a long time ago a little muffled over the hustle and bustle of working at a grocery store, hearing it in its fullness has been really good, it's very unlike REMs other hits
This song never gets old, Michael’s words grab your heartstrings
Simple, brilliant song...revisited after many years...moves me exactly the same. Genius.
The most Brian Wilson R.E.M. song ever, and I love it!
Miss REM
So much
i'm melting ..... this is what every woman needs to hear .....
"You always say you're name, like i wouldn't know its you" I love that line
REM were an extraordinary band. Saw them live, in november 2008, and it was one of the best shows iv'e ever went to. What a great singer Michael Stipe is.
Michael is a musician, a poet, a patriot, an icon
Up - the most underrated yet the best album by REM
I haven't listened to this song in over a decade, and I'm so glad I returned to it today. It's one of the most gorgeous things they ever wrote, and it'll always be one of my favorite songs.
One of my favorites from R.E.M., Michael Stipe is a great poet.
their most beautiful and romantic song ever
Yep
Thanks for writing this song, Michael.
I thought it was written by the bassist
@@marzenawrona3105 Michael wrote the lyrics--and actually sang them on an answering machine so he wouldn't forget.
Another beautiful REM song.
This is quite possibly my favourite rem song.x
I didn't even know this song had a video, it's like it's a new song to me. Thank you R.E.M. for thirty plus years of great music.
This video has therapeutic value. Never give up.
This beautiful song was the soundtrack of my loss of my virginity at age 27. Better late than never thanks REM and Mr. Stipe.
might be one of the best songs ever written in the history of all music
ça fait 35 ans que j'écoute régulièrement REM, la Grace est toujours intacte...
Une Française fan de REM, ouf! J'ai 47 ans et moi aussi je les écoute depuis environ 30 ans
Moi aussi ! "In time" 2003 et cette chanson... ! Fan des Beach boys, Pet sounds... magique: comme cette chanson. ❤❤❤
My favorite REM song
Me too
What a great playlist. Thanks for putting this together!
My favorite of all r.e.m. What a beautiful smile Michael has in this video.
I Grew up in Lagos Nigeria and R.E.M was one of the bands that stood out with me growing up in the 90"s
They make so much Good music. Honestly the quality music they make just takes my soul through different states of reflection, nostalgia and overall positivity. The Band is a gift to the World. Saying I love R.E.M is an understatement.
I got this outstanding song played at my wedding. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, R.E.M!
UP is easily their best album imo. Criminally underrated.
We are all so lucky to have this man's music. So beautiful
All these years later ... still chills.
One of the most beautiful love songs ever written
Brilliant song reminds me a bit of Nightswimming with a piano driven beach boys harmonies
I'm single af but this song will play at my wedding.
I hope this comes true for you my friend
alex campbell thank you xD you too, unless you are already :)
Evan77 since I've been listening this song in 1999. I know this song would for my wedding day too... It's a beautiful love song and it means a lot to me
Silvana Vicente'tis
Also Pet Sounds studio album from Brian Wilson will play in your wedding? ;)
My goodness, this is so hauntingly beautiful!
Los más grandes. La mejor etapa de mi vida fue escuchándolo en el salón de casa de mis padres, yo era adolescente, mientras mi mamá cocinaba la cena con rem de fondo tocando. Moriré con la voz de Michael stipe , aunque nunca lo haya conocido.
This is I think the most beautiful song ever recorded. I absolutely love it.
Over and over again this song shatters my hear into millions stars fireworks. Thank you
I only heard this song very recently for the first time, My sister was shot dead by her husband on 1.8.11 and every time I hear this song I can only think of her. I have her voice recording. The other thing I have to listen too that makes me cry. Thank You REM for reminding me of beauty.
I can't help repeating this. What a chemistry . It's like a movie. I can't forget.
I found a way to make you smile. 😉
Im here, 2017... still as beautiful as the first time I heard it so long ago.
Zac exactly the same 😌
One of REM's best tracks. And, great for speaking into your wife/girlfriend/date/crush's answer machine.
Michael Stype just has such a genuine appealing demeanor about him he has the face of a good person
I love this song. It lights up my memory, and i suddently smile...
Gorgeous song
Magnifique chanson pour une magnifique histoire d'amour, belle comme une comète dans le ciel !
Poetry for the soul, a true REM masterpiece
REM, I was there at the beginning, I'll cherish all my moments with you. I love this song, I don't think you know how many bad days this song got me through! Thank God for technology! Thanks for the concerts, the "good" times, the "bad" times and for being REM!
that piano gives anyone with a soul goosebumps
One of the most beautiful songs from R.E.M.!! "At My Most Beatiful"
Wish I saved her messages. I would love to hear her voice again.
I know exactly how you feel.
Big hugs xxx
:(
I should have taken her number to call her :( Instead of facebook, and and stupid text messages ;(
me too
Beautiful, just so beautiful
Hopefully Brian Wilson has heard this; he'd dig it!
did he died yet
Ryan No
I always thought this was sort of Stipe's love song to Brian, or a song of appreciation. I'm probably wrong, but sometimes our delusions and faith keep us happy
@@petetruther6978 I saw them perform this song on something a long time ago and that's exactly what he said it was. He was very humble about it, but this song is beautiful. Totally nothing to do with this, but you share the same name as one of my favorite comedians.
What do you mean he would be proud? Dude is a little slow, but he ain't dead yet
Best REM video in their catalog
I love this one passionately the most beautiful declaration of love for me
Brilliant tune. Never tire of hearing this x
Most beautiful song ever made. Most powerful, heart-touching video. Best band ever
Beautiful song
If I live to be 90. I'll still love this song.
I've followed REM from1984. They are historyof contemporáneo music The Best band of sensibility. Nobody as them to communicate human feelings
This song brings about an indescribable feeling within me.
A real gem of beauty, emotion, finesse. Most beautiful song on UP, I'd say.
Also, I love Michael's facial expressions, gestures, postures in this video. Really a subtle man.
Poche canzoni mi danno i brividi, questa è una di quelle. Grandi R.E.M.
Mancano
Questa canzone è una carezza
@@lisaq8118 e quando sorride nel video...
Music Heals
I was never their biggest fan, but I love this song,there is so much meaning in it.
The "Most beautiful love song" I have ever heard - This and Nick Caves "Into My Arms" xx
My search of a best song ends here...
Come ogni cosa svanisce ma i Ricordi restano grande gruppo
This is such a beautiful song. Michael's blue eyes and his smile ...omg I can't! 💖💖