It's really fascinating to go back to this much earlier performance, and compare it to the more recent one you did for Spectrsonics Keyscapes. This older version is still lovely, but I gotta say, through your life experiences and maturing as a human being, your keyscapes performance is just utterly incredible, makes every hair on my arms stand on end. Please don't ever stop, your music truly touches people around the world.
Hello! I’m here from the keyscape session. I Just wanted to say that this song is quite possibly the most beautiful song that i ever heard. Definately one of my favourites. Also you groove like a monster! ;) Lots, lots and lots of love from Norway, keep it up
Dude when i first heard your stuff i was obsessed. I based my music around the atmosphere yours brings, your style and energy just purely natural, also piano skills second to none. would so be keen to jam but as if ha. keep it up man such an inspiration to me and many others. P.s. keep true the the moustache classic.
Rai, This is really incredible. It's so musically exceptional. I've been listening to your music for years, and I hold you up extremely high. I work just up the road from AIM. Your masterclass video of In the Summertime was insightful and very relaxed. If you see this, get in touch! I'm a Sydney based designer, photographer & musician. Thanks for all your hard work, music and talent over the years. Oliver
From the old lady in Ballarat that happened upon u in a pizza shop opposite our theatre....this is a gorgeous, haunting song. Have made a few other comments-hangin out for next album. I see USA is experiencing you as well-knock 'em dead! X
This song has been in my playlist for 10 years I listen to it every day So much beauty in this song lyrically the piano is just a bonus Love Rai's playing One of my top 5 Aussie musos if all time
When i listen to your work Ray. Im Amazed . When i get to see you work. It's f#ckin phenomenal. Everything you do breaks me in half. It shows me how happy i am to be broken.
everytime i listen to a song by Rai i can never understand why we dont here about him more, he is the best thing thats come out of Australian music for a long time!!
Absolutely awesome, just finished listening to the newest uploads, you truly walk amongst the worlds elite pianists, I hope to see your accomplishments on stage, hear on radio, in film etc All the best rai! dave
Man! The 3rd chord joined with the melody just knocks me out! Maybe reminiscent of an old Alan Parsons tune or something. You are definitely something special...up there with Simon, Joel, etc. Thanks for makin' music :-)
Just found this song a few days ago... I can't believe a genius like you is hiding in the small wrinkles of youtube, you should be known everywhere. Listened to this quite a few times since 2 days ago, and I just feel the need to show this to everyone.
genuinely one of my favourite songs ever written. only discovered it a few years ago, but every time i listen to it i feel ive known this song for all my life. so good.
Rai. iv lost count how many times ive listened to all your stuff! when the day comes for me to get married. i need this music atmosphere and nothing less! keep all this good stuff coming! :)
hey Rai...great song mate....got me from the first time i heard it...love come together with the loop too....been a thirsty merc fan sincre i seen you guys on the footy show i think...years ago...converted all my family...my sister loves you guys now...id love to see more of this stuff mate...its whay music is all about...just sitting alone playing for the love of it...great mate....just great
One of the most beautiful things I've ever heard is only available on youtube recorded live. I like it. BTW CHORDS: VERSE = Cm, G# - G#m (the change is in the same measure split even), D#. PRE CHORUS = G#, A#, Cm, Eb. CHORUS = G#, A#, D#, G#, A#, Cm and repeat. For my D# i play 6th fret on the low E string, 6th fret on the A, 5th fret on the D and just kinda aim for the top 4 strings (avoid the high E and B strings). Enjoy.
i have listened to this song about 5 or 6 times in the last 3 hours rai i think you just get it right man - i dont understand why you and thirsty merc arent bigger then you are at the moment but i know that your fans are loyal to you and i am going to the caboolture festival this may just to see you guys and respect the musicianship i have always appreciated from you guys thanks marty.
You feel the melody. That's what I like about this. To me, the lyrics come second fiddle to the melody. As important as the lyrics are, it's the melody that you're meant to be attracted to at first, and if then you listen to the lyrics and suddenly "get it", it can be a beautiful thing. You stick to a chord with your vocals so perfectly. That's what I try to do with my music. Well done. And YES, NEW CHANNEL.
Heard this for the first time a couple of years ago and it will always be one of my favourite songs! Love your music rai and can't wait to see you and thirsty merc Melbourne this September!! :)
I saw this a few years ago and I'm so so glad I found it again (through the keyscape video, nonetheless!). Amazing singer, incredible, agonising song. Such a work of art, Rai.
First time i saw you at a concett as opening band for Maroon 5. Rai is very talented musician. Im a huge fan. This song is really heratbreaking...beautiful piece
Mr T, you are phenomenal. Easy listening is given a whole new meaning. I cannot wait to meet you when you start gigging in Australia again; I'm finally 18 so I'll finally be able to hear you live. And yes, before you tell me to, I've already subscribed to your other channel. Bless you, you freakishly talented human being.
Rai, Dude, I'm a muso in New Zealand working away doing what I do... There is not a single time I listen to you that I am not re-inspired. You are a pure talent & it is such a pleasure to hear your gift!! Keep it up & keep posting! Love it. Peace, Jess
hey mate! thanx for listening :) currently there isn't a place where you can find the chords to this song, but i'm going to see if i can get them up when my website is up. also i want to let u know that i have another youtube channel where i'll be uploading my new videos /iamsunrai.
You just made me fall in love with you. lol. Just kidding. You're awesome man! So talented. Keep on making beautiful songs. A lot of people are missing out not knowing you or hearing you sing. I'm glad I was able to discover you today! :) Thanks for your wonderful songs that keep us inspired. All the best to you! =)
I would kill someone to have this song on Spotify! I've been coming back to it every year since 2013. Truly the most beautiful, unforgettable song I've ever heard.
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Thank u for all the encouraging and beautiful comments!!!! I'm so humbled by your support... Much love, r
Rai, wrote your agent Frank an email - regards!
this is world class singing and piano playing, congratulations
It's really fascinating to go back to this much earlier performance, and compare it to the more recent one you did for Spectrsonics Keyscapes. This older version is still lovely, but I gotta say, through your life experiences and maturing as a human being, your keyscapes performance is just utterly incredible, makes every hair on my arms stand on end. Please don't ever stop, your music truly touches people around the world.
@@wibblewobble193411 years ago. I don't even know if he uses RUclips anymore sadly
This song is so beautiful though
Hello! I’m here from the keyscape session. I Just wanted to say that this song is quite possibly the most beautiful song that i ever heard. Definately one of my favourites. Also you groove like a monster! ;) Lots, lots and lots of love from Norway, keep it up
me too, i've listened to it all night after Keyscape session! Love it! So incredible.
how does this not have more views
Been coming back here since ‘12
Can you please upload this to spotify? It's one of my favourite songs of all time
thanx for listening lovely :) look forward to meet u at a show in the future!
just incredible. Can't wait to show my music analysis class. Most beautiful use of the subdominant minor in that verse!!!!!!
Dude when i first heard your stuff i was obsessed. I based my music around the atmosphere yours brings, your style and energy just purely natural, also piano skills second to none. would so be keen to jam but as if ha. keep it up man such an inspiration to me and many others. P.s. keep true the the moustache classic.
Rai,
This is really incredible. It's so musically exceptional.
I've been listening to your music for years, and I hold you up extremely high. I work just up the road from AIM. Your masterclass video of In the Summertime was insightful and very relaxed.
If you see this, get in touch! I'm a Sydney based designer, photographer & musician.
Thanks for all your hard work, music and talent over the years.
Oliver
This is my current favorite song, Rai. Working on a cover, hope I do it half the justice you have.
The cover is here! ruclips.net/video/RwlorB5vJH8/видео.html
From the old lady in Ballarat that happened upon u in a pizza shop opposite our theatre....this is a gorgeous, haunting song. Have made a few other comments-hangin out for next album. I see USA is experiencing you as well-knock 'em dead! X
This is an absolutely brilliant song and so beautiful I love it!
Great song Rai.❤❤❤❤❤
I had to revisit this one. It is the first song I heard of yours. Still as mesmerizing as my first listen. ❤👏👍
This song has been in my playlist for 10 years
I listen to it every day
So much beauty in this song lyrically the piano is just a bonus
Love Rai's playing
One of my top 5 Aussie musos if all time
Wow! Those vocals!
Can’t stop crying to your music, Rai. Thank you
hey mate, thank u for listening :) unfortunately at this time with touring it isn't something i'm able to consider. wishing you all the best man!
When i listen to your work Ray. Im Amazed .
When i get to see you work. It's f#ckin phenomenal.
Everything you do breaks me in half.
It shows me how happy i am to be broken.
everytime i listen to a song by Rai i can never understand why we dont here about him more, he is the best thing thats come out of Australian music for a long time!!
You don't get as much appreciation and attention as you truly deserve. Always something special about your music.
yep...pure TALENT!
GOD! It's Amazing. Nice song, Rai.. :)
Absolutely awesome, just finished listening to the newest uploads, you truly walk amongst the worlds elite pianists, I hope to see your accomplishments on stage, hear on radio, in film etc
All the best rai!
dave
Man! The 3rd chord joined with the melody just knocks me out! Maybe reminiscent of an old Alan Parsons tune or something. You are definitely something special...up there with Simon, Joel, etc. Thanks for makin' music :-)
Just a perfectly crafted song. Somehow technically perfect and ethereal all at once. Bravo. (This is my 17th listen).
the emotion really shows with the facial expressions right at the end of the video...it shows that there is some deep meaning in this song..
Perfection meets sentimentality. Please Rai, come to Europe for concerts!!!
Just found this song a few days ago... I can't believe a genius like you is hiding in the small wrinkles of youtube, you should be known everywhere. Listened to this quite a few times since 2 days ago, and I just feel the need to show this to everyone.
That's the most beautiful piece of music and moving lyrics. You have a beautiful mind and a voice I could listen to forever.
genuinely one of my favourite songs ever written. only discovered it a few years ago, but every time i listen to it i feel ive known this song for all my life. so good.
Saw Rai Thistlewayte with the Carprettos a few weeks ago with The Carprettos, awesome show. Thank you
Rai. iv lost count how many times ive listened to all your stuff! when the day comes for me to get married. i need this music atmosphere and nothing less! keep all this good stuff coming! :)
dude you are friggin insane.. please bring it back! such natural talent is sorely missed at the moment!
I never get sick of your voice and I have been listening to it since my son was born in 2003.
Beautiful song!
thank u! :) i'll be uploading new videos to my other youtube channel /iamsunrai, i'd love it if you stayed tuned.
One of the best male voices I've ever heard such lovely vocal tone.
WOW, once again incredible..
hey Rai...great song mate....got me from the first time i heard it...love come together with the loop too....been a thirsty merc fan sincre i seen you guys on the footy show i think...years ago...converted all my family...my sister loves you guys now...id love to see more of this stuff mate...its whay music is all about...just sitting alone playing for the love of it...great mate....just great
still such an awesome tune
One of the most beautiful things I've ever heard is only available on youtube recorded live. I like it.
BTW CHORDS: VERSE = Cm, G# - G#m (the change is in the same measure split even), D#. PRE CHORUS = G#, A#, Cm, Eb. CHORUS = G#, A#, D#, G#, A#, Cm and repeat. For my D# i play 6th fret on the low E string, 6th fret on the A, 5th fret on the D and just kinda aim for the top 4 strings (avoid the high E and B strings). Enjoy.
i have listened to this song about 5 or 6 times in the last 3 hours rai i think you just get it right man - i dont understand why you and thirsty merc arent bigger then you are at the moment but i know that your fans are loyal to you and i am going to the caboolture festival this may just to see you guys and respect the musicianship i have always appreciated from you guys thanks
marty.
You feel the melody. That's what I like about this. To me, the lyrics come second fiddle to the melody. As important as the lyrics are, it's the melody that you're meant to be attracted to at first, and if then you listen to the lyrics and suddenly "get it", it can be a beautiful thing. You stick to a chord with your vocals so perfectly. That's what I try to do with my music. Well done. And YES, NEW CHANNEL.
The tone of your voice fits incredibly well with the piano. This is simply musically brilliant and absolutely gorgeous.
awesome stuff mate. Loved it
WOO im in the first 23 viewers! mate, u are the master.. u will be HUGE!
ok im sorry but i just cant stop listening to this song.. you're in a class entirely on your own mate, loooove
Please post San Francisco Street. Just heard it today for the first time...wow bro. Pretty killin' stuff man!!!
thanx mate :) and thanx for continuing to listen!
Hey Rai, this song is amazing. Im sitting here crying my eyes out. You are a wonderful musician my friend
Heard this for the first time a couple of years ago and it will always be one of my favourite songs! Love your music rai and can't wait to see you and thirsty merc Melbourne this September!! :)
Still love this song!
I love the melody line in this one. Rai you are the king of piano ballads. :)
Wonderful!!
You can thank Guy Sebastian for pointing me in your direction. Absolutely beautiful.
love this one rai!
Awesome song by a very gifted songwriter and singer
I saw this a few years ago and I'm so so glad I found it again (through the keyscape video, nonetheless!). Amazing singer, incredible, agonising song. Such a work of art, Rai.
i'm still here for this
Lord almighty Rai some of your voicings are amazing. You're officially my new youtube obsession. Don't stop mate !!
amazing piano work!
First time i saw you at a concett as opening band for Maroon 5. Rai is very talented musician. Im a huge fan. This song is really heratbreaking...beautiful piece
Advised to look up your music by a very talented young stand up comedienne (Madeleine Stewart) , so pleased I did! Beautiful! Thanks.
Mr T, you are phenomenal. Easy listening is given a whole new meaning. I cannot wait to meet you when you start gigging in Australia again; I'm finally 18 so I'll finally be able to hear you live. And yes, before you tell me to, I've already subscribed to your other channel. Bless you, you freakishly talented human being.
Rai, Dude, I'm a muso in New Zealand working away doing what I do... There is not a single time I listen to you that I am not re-inspired. You are a pure talent & it is such a pleasure to hear your gift!! Keep it up & keep posting! Love it. Peace, Jess
I love how the tags include every conceivable spelling of 'Rai Thistlethwayte' for all the numpties out there.
:D
THIS IS SO AMAZING
Lovely song.
Really remarkable performance.Sublime.
AWWWWW you are so talented!!!!!
such a beautiful song... love your piano playing and your voice - so talented :)
i love hearing you sing and play. You're an amazing artist/musician! Please dont stop making music. MORE MORE MORE!
Still here
Brilliant mate, absolutely stunning. Thank you for such an awe inspiring song mate.
hey mate! thanx for listening :) currently there isn't a place where you can find the chords to this song, but i'm going to see if i can get them up when my website is up. also i want to let u know that i have another youtube channel where i'll be uploading my new videos /iamsunrai.
Holyyy i thought at first it was just a piano cover but you blew me away once you started singing. we need an encore!
this song is beautiful brother! Reminds me of something you would hear in a classic disney animation. love it
Mate, I saw u in 2007 opening for matchsticks 20. Discovered you and literally fell asleep to the main act... really enjoy your stuff
You are just incredible Rai!
Bravo!!! Beautiful!
I love your Voice and Piano, Great job!
Still making my heart literally *EXPLODE* 🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵
Jesus.. insane dopamine rush you just caused, I expect a dinner and a movie soon.
Nice vocals and piano! This a perfect song to kick back and relax to
lovely song
You are amazing! Always admired your work. But this blew my heart away!! Keep it up!
So beautiful mate, can feel the emotion man love it
You just made me fall in love with you. lol. Just kidding. You're awesome man! So talented. Keep on making beautiful songs. A lot of people are missing out not knowing you or hearing you sing. I'm glad I was able to discover you today! :) Thanks for your wonderful songs that keep us inspired. All the best to you! =)
I love your sweet piano vocal songs. This is beautiful ❤😍❤
Yay another Thirsty Merc fan from Malaysia! Rad!
121thesofiya they’re performing in Melbs Dec 9th, jomm facebook.com/events/1760581280909635??ti=ia
35 year old man with tears in his eyes.. :)
Just heard you play this song at Malvern Town Hall tonight! Awesome!
So, I'm still waiting for your acoustic album!
This is a beautiful song.🥰
Come back to newcastle before June :) I'm off to the army.. Would love to see you again
absolutely love your work rai! lana x
I would kill someone to have this song on Spotify! I've been coming back to it every year since 2013.
Truly the most beautiful, unforgettable song I've ever heard.
Absolutely love this song.
This is so beautiful song !
it s beautiful man!this would be great with an orchestra this is a killer song cheers from Holland
you're amzing!
love this song!
I think that's a grand idea.