Yes, improved. Sure, he sounds weathered, but it’s only adding texture and authority to his performance. Listen to Bono if you want to hear a singing voice that’s actually completely shot.
I think maybe cuz of the Keith Richards/Mick Jagger/Stones money from BSS. Ashcroft didn't make money off the song, and it takes a lot of money to market an artist, no matter how talented or gifted he is.
@@renataskitchenstories651 Jagger and Richards ceded their rights back to Ashcroft two years ago. But there’s apparently still a dispute over past royalties.
Dude looks like he woke up with a huge hangover, stumbled into the studio, didn't even bother taking off his raincoat, grabbed a guitar and blew everyone's mind before breakfast.
He wasn't underrated. He was critically acclaimed and received A-list radio airplay. Urban Hymns is the 19th best selling album in UK chart history. Your comment suggests that he didn't get the recognition he deserved?
This song saved me my mum got cancer and I was doing drinking and doing drugs to help me through it but they never really helped just made me feel better for a bit I’ve never had a song connect with me such as this one I don’t know there’s just something about it the depth and struggle in his voice just changed my whole outlook and I’ve not touched a single drug since I owe my life to you Richard
@@goldenhourkodak none that will reach the iconic status of Ashcroft, Liam Gallagher or Damon Albarn though. I prefer Damon's work with Gorillaz over Blur but he's not from this generation
@@stevendonovan7564 Because the mainstream isn't looking for this style of music right now. That doesn't mean they aren't as good. You could help by supporting these artists.
@@goldenhourkodak i love people like Gerry Cinnamon, Sam Fender etc but even Liam Gallagher's solo stuff is probably the best stuff out in the last couple of years
Laura Walker well I’m here most times if not working back in Europe so if you ever fancy a holiday in this little piece of paradise drop me a line, stay safe ✌🏾
with all do respect have you listen to his solo records? they are really bad, boring lyrics, The Verve never been a rock n roll guitar band, more like a folkish one
Our first dance at our wedding. We were both ‘lucky.’ That was in Dec 2000. 2023 and still together, with 3 children who are almost grown up themselves now. Time flies. 😊
Amazing. I had a pure chance meeting with the band just before they made it big. On my Duke of Edinburgh's award expedition, camping in the lake District in the early 90s. A few of them and one had a US girlfriend were in the tent next to us. We sat up smoking and having a laugh. I'd never heard of them and then not long after...bitter sweet symphony came out 🤯
Mental. Got tickets to see Richard next august. 2024 in Essex. I’m 49 today, and never thought I’d see him. Working class Brit, his songs are our theme tune! ❤
I lost my mother in August of 2021, I am a lucky man to have had her in my life. She was always ready to give everything for anyone, this world is so Lucky to have had such a soul on this earth. I would give anything just to have one more day with her.
A REAL Singer, a beautiful song, a powerful voice!!!!! Richard FOR EVER AND EVER!!!!!! Not like the shit we hear today all day long on the Radio!!!!!!!
2023 still banging. Music like this will never get old. Corporations try to change it but the real ones never bow... Richard ashcroft you're a real one. They won't change me!
Yep. Sadly from about the early 2000's onwards, most of it has been manufactured trash. Then you have the x-factor factor, manufacturing more trash. Real bands and real music in charts are a thing of the past it sadly seems. I like all sorts of good music and a wide range (other than the manufactured pop rubbish) but there seems to be a massive gap left by proper "rock n roll" indie bands. And lets face it, the PC MSM aint ever letting the likes of a an at his peak and in his prime Liam Gallagher (and yes this was Ashcroft but he was less controversial) live on air or anyone similar these days.
Well if you listen to Sam Fender and Gerry Cinnamon there's 2 artists who would've fit right in in the 90's but the best stuff now is probably Liam Gallagher's solo stuff
I noticed so few comments here actually about this specific performance of his song: This production level, audio engineering, session musicians and background vocal artists really gel together to a standard few artists can match -- Ashcroft exercises minimalism in almost every level in making this song still feel alive after so many years.
Seen him live in Belfast/Belsonic festival last year. It was amazin to watch the young crowd slowly wake up to the fact that they had an genius in front of them and slowly get drawn up to the front with each iconic song . He was an absolute legend.
Happiness, more or less It's just a change in me, something in my liberty Oh, my, my Happiness, coming and going I watch you look at me, and watch my fever grow And I know just where I am But how many corners do I have to turn? How many times do I have to learn All the love I have is in my mind? But I'm a lucky man With fire in my hands Happiness, something in my own place I'm stood here naked, I smile and I feel no disgrace With who I am Happiness, coming and going I watch you look at me, watch my fever grow And I know just who I am And how many corners do I have to turn? How many times do I have to learn All the love I have is in my mind? I hope you understand I hope you understand Oh yeah You know, you know, you know, you know You know, you know, you know, you know Got a love that'll never die, no, no (you know, you know) Happiness more or less It's just a change in me, something in my liberty Happiness, coming and going I watch you look at me, watch my fever grow And I know Oh, my, my Oh, my, my Oh, my, my Oh, my, my, my, my, my We got a love that never dies I got a love that'll never die No, no And I love you, man Yeah It's just a change in me Something in my liberty (don't think, don't, don't think I'm lying) It's just a change in me Something in my liberty (don't think, don't think I'm lying, I'm trying) It's just a change in me Something in my liberty Oh, my, my Oh, my, my It's just a change in me, something in my liberty Oh, my, my, my, my, my, my (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah) I said oh, my, my, my, my, my
Richard Ashcroft - One of the best songwriters in the history of music. His lyrics are poignant yet inspirational at the same time. Been a fan since Urban Hymns' days. Love all the way from Malaysia.
Love from São Paulo, Brazil. Discovered this song in January, 2023. Back in those days, I was navigating through key, life-changing events and this song helped me get through them all. "But how many corners do I have to turn..?"
I can remember being a young kid listening to this in the back garden playing football and having BBQ's camping out etc. Them were the days! Not a care in the world
being a teenager in the 90's was the best
Good times Brother
True
The best times
Disagree....A 20 something was the best ;)
Too right is was.
Bring back the 90s
He hasn't lost his voice, it's like a wine being aged.
I agree ...
Totally agree Good 👌 Man 🐚 Bermondsey
Spot on comment
Word
@@michelleould3070 pour ou kllopppppp
Unbelievable. His voice has actually improved with age. Best wishes Richard.
its actually getting damaged
Mmm... Improved? I don't think so
in his case what he missed in range he earned in depth
Yes, improved. Sure, he sounds weathered, but it’s only adding texture and authority to his performance. Listen to Bono if you want to hear a singing voice that’s actually completely shot.
Take me hat off to the man 👍🏻 fantastic live version
How the shit is Richard Ashcroft not fully respected as one of the great singer/songwriters of the last 30 years?? Criminal!!
he is
I think maybe cuz of the Keith Richards/Mick Jagger/Stones money from BSS. Ashcroft didn't make money off the song, and it takes a lot of money to market an artist, no matter how talented or gifted he is.
@@renataskitchenstories651 Jagger and
Richards ceded their rights back to Ashcroft two years ago. But there’s apparently still a dispute over past royalties.
I THINK HE IS BETTER THAN EVER, IT'S INCREDIBLE....oops didnt mean to leave caps on...the spelling police will be after me now
He is
Dude looks like he woke up with a huge hangover, stumbled into the studio, didn't even bother taking off his raincoat, grabbed a guitar and blew everyone's mind before breakfast.
Haha yeah I hear that
Who cares what he looks like! He sounds great ❤
The 90's look. It's was kinda like that back then.
He arrived in a sail boat after crabbing.
Yes lad,exactly that,love your words bruv...brooky..westyorks.
Definitely the most underrated singer of the 90s . Guys a genius
Can't agree more sounds so soulful check out verve mtv live
He wasn't underrated. He was critically acclaimed and received A-list radio airplay. Urban Hymns is the 19th best selling album in UK chart history. Your comment suggests that he didn't get the recognition he deserved?
@@brendanfisher Now a days a was talking about Brendan Flowers no need 2 argue lol
voice aged like wine
Underrated?! No way! The Verve were one of the biggest bands of the 90s.
Everyone raves about Liam Gallagher and yes 1994 to 1996 not many could touch him but Richard Ashcroft voice stands the test of time!!
And also Ashcroft didnt have a song writer like Noel writing for him. Richard writes a lot of great tunes but Noel was the best songwriter of the 90s
I don’t even think Liam would disagree with you he has said in my occasions his love for Richard and his songs so this argument is pretty irrelevant
@@vladimyrmorris6554 "best" There were lots of bests
But I'd say he comes first
Saw them both last year when Ashcroft was opening for Liam on tour they both sounded great!
I was a lucky man to meet him when he came into my shop to buy oriental carpets. A quiet, gentle man, so polite and kind.
Wow❤❤
I heard he was a nice guy.
If you searched for this pissed at 3, you're my mate.
Getting there but not 3am yet 😂😅 tune
done
You're a real one 🫵👊
When you can’t decide if you wanna be happy nostalgic drunk or sad drunk 🎉
1 am
I fucking love this version. It's funny how quickly you get old.
I'd change "funny" with "surprising".
Yep agree, and love your observation.
Yip sure is I was 28 when this song came out now in my 50s and still love the verve 👍👍
The body ages but our spirit is ageless
You're right pal and now your two years older 🙈
One of the greatest songs ever written. Richard Ashcroft is a genius.
Awesome live performer
200%
easy
Saw him in brighton oct 22 the man is everywhere. Blow me the fuck away from this world for almost 2 hours. Timeless motherfucker right here. Peace
One of the biggest exaggerations ever written
My late husband loved you Richard Ashcroft! You were his idol.😢❤💜🎸🎶💜
Hope your doing ok❤❤
Obviously a man of good taste , stay strong.
Beautiful, I love him, and discovered him only a few years ago (im a young man, 26)
God bless you and your late husband, sure he's listening to this in heaven.
@@jamescurrie3445 thank you
This song saved me my mum got cancer and I was doing drinking and doing drugs to help me through it but they never really helped just made me feel better for a bit I’ve never had a song connect with me such as this one I don’t know there’s just something about it the depth and struggle in his voice just changed my whole outlook and I’ve not touched a single drug since
I owe my life to you Richard
congrats, strong man
💯👏👏👏👍well done.
Still loving it in 2024, September ❤
Just a little comment for all my UK people. Be proud, all the best musicians come from our country.
Yes indeed. And from Brasil.
rogerio amancio really? I can’t think of one
@@humanchannel7825 Try Bossa Nova. Samba. Forró. Choro. Love from Brasil!
True statement. Greetings from Chile!
@@rogerio.amancio Big up Bossa Nova...big boss sounds...peace brother
Ashcroft showing the current generation how you actually sing.
Totally bang on and this day and this day and age punters just cannot do it
Plenty of great singers in this generation. Piss off.
@@goldenhourkodak none that will reach the iconic status of Ashcroft, Liam Gallagher or Damon Albarn though. I prefer Damon's work with Gorillaz over Blur but he's not from this generation
@@stevendonovan7564 Because the mainstream isn't looking for this style of music right now. That doesn't mean they aren't as good. You could help by supporting these artists.
@@goldenhourkodak i love people like Gerry Cinnamon, Sam Fender etc but even Liam Gallagher's solo stuff is probably the best stuff out in the last couple of years
Sat here in the Philippines jungle under quarantine with a a bit of data listening to this legend 🇬🇧🙌🏽
Really? Still there? lol
Laura Walker I’m still in Philippines but not in the jungle lol 🙌🏽
@@TMAdventuresT7 I've never been anywhere like that, would love to go there one day you're so lucky.
Laura Walker well I’m here most times if not working back in Europe so if you ever fancy a holiday in this little piece of paradise drop me a line, stay safe ✌🏾
good choice ;)
He sounds ridiculously good, absolutely brilliant
I love the grittiness to his voice as he's aged 😄. This live version is amazing 😊.
I come back here to watch every now and then, not only is this a fantastic song but Richard sounds bloody amazing ❤
Gotta give props to the recording engineer, The quality of this recording is over the top !! AWESOME !! thank you
The Verve are still one of the most underrated bands of all time. And Richard has still got it. Heavenly.
with all do respect have you listen to his solo records? they are really bad, boring lyrics, The Verve never been a rock n roll guitar band, more like a folkish one
@@larssvensan9958 it's all opinion, I think some of his solo stuff is very good.
@@eoincollins1883 same especially his latest album, some top tunes on that
His solo stuff is great, the stones killed the verve for nothing more than publicity cause they were finished
Check out Aslan from Dublin. Another hugely underrated band. We’re bigger than U2 at one time.
Passed my driving test today, this was the first Song I stuck on as I went to go pick my girlfriend up.
I hear the Crash Test Dummies are popular these days with P-platers.
Well done mate!
AWESOME TALE !! 👍👍👍👍👍
Haha nice one lad 👍
Congratulations!
Our first dance at our wedding. We were both ‘lucky.’ That was in Dec 2000. 2023 and still together, with 3 children who are almost grown up themselves now. Time flies. 😊
How great! Happy for you!
Amazing.
I had a pure chance meeting with the band just before they made it big.
On my Duke of Edinburgh's award expedition, camping in the lake District in the early 90s.
A few of them and one had a US girlfriend were in the tent next to us. We sat up smoking and having a laugh. I'd never heard of them and then not long after...bitter sweet symphony came out 🤯
Mental. Got tickets to see Richard next august. 2024 in Essex.
I’m 49 today, and never thought I’d see him.
Working class Brit, his songs are our theme tune!
❤
I lost my mother in August of 2021, I am a lucky man to have had her in my life. She was always ready to give everything for anyone, this world is so Lucky to have had such a soul on this earth. I would give anything just to have one more day with her.
Cherish your memories - no-one can ever take them from you 💕
I too lost my mum in Nov 2021.
No words or music can heal the pain of loss...it just pulls it to the here and now again.
Hard to believe this song was released 25 year ago yesterday. Ashcroft what a talent 👏
26 years ago tomorrow
Fuck I'm old 🎉
A REAL Singer, a beautiful song, a powerful voice!!!!! Richard FOR EVER AND EVER!!!!!! Not like the shit we hear today all day long on the Radio!!!!!!!
Amen!
2023 still banging. Music like this will never get old. Corporations try to change it but the real ones never bow... Richard ashcroft you're a real one. They won't change me!
If I had to only listen to one song for the rest of my life I think it might just be this. Spellbinding.
His voice got better... How's that remotely possible considering how good it's always been. Astonishing artist.
These guys are great! I really miss 90's music!! Nothing now even compares. The music and words actually meant something back then.
Then you weren't fucked up enough then pal 😍😍
@@tanner2stryker2 lol bud!
people from every generation say that....AND THEYRE ALLLL RIGHT!
Yep. Sadly from about the early 2000's onwards, most of it has been manufactured trash. Then you have the x-factor factor, manufacturing more trash. Real bands and real music in charts are a thing of the past it sadly seems. I like all sorts of good music and a wide range (other than the manufactured pop rubbish) but there seems to be a massive gap left by proper "rock n roll" indie bands. And lets face it, the PC MSM aint ever letting the likes of a an at his peak and in his prime Liam Gallagher (and yes this was Ashcroft but he was less controversial) live on air or anyone similar these days.
Well if you listen to Sam Fender and Gerry Cinnamon there's 2 artists who would've fit right in in the 90's but the best stuff now is probably Liam Gallagher's solo stuff
This guy is one of the all time greats.
True.
Cool how you can see shots of many of them where you can really see them thinking: Fuck this is good 😁
The world is a better place for having Richard Ashcroft in it.
Not only is his voice golden but the mix showcases it perfectly.
I really love that he sings as if it’s his last.
He’s a legend!
this man needs more of the love he ever got. legend.
Great voice
Best voice outer the rest of
Independent music 🎶 taz
I noticed so few comments here actually about this specific performance of his song:
This production level, audio engineering, session musicians and background vocal artists really gel together to a standard few artists can match -- Ashcroft exercises minimalism in almost every level in making this song still feel alive after so many years.
Session musicians…gee thanks
@@mac1975 ?
One of the best songs ever written for me.
Seen him live in Belfast/Belsonic festival last year. It was amazin to watch the young crowd slowly wake up to the fact that they had an genius in front of them and slowly get drawn up to the front with each iconic song . He was an absolute legend.
Stole the show imo
Yep I was there too and the kids were loving it!
Awesome
Yes when they weren't batein fuck out of each other
Saw him lately as well. Our own Dylan 💫💫
Happiness, more or less
It's just a change in me, something in my liberty
Oh, my, my
Happiness, coming and going
I watch you look at me, and watch my fever grow
And I know just where I am
But how many corners do I have to turn?
How many times do I have to learn
All the love I have is in my mind?
But I'm a lucky man
With fire in my hands
Happiness, something in my own place
I'm stood here naked, I smile and I feel no disgrace
With who I am
Happiness, coming and going
I watch you look at me, watch my fever grow
And I know just who I am
And how many corners do I have to turn?
How many times do I have to learn
All the love I have is in my mind?
I hope you understand
I hope you understand
Oh yeah
You know, you know, you know, you know
You know, you know, you know, you know
Got a love that'll never die, no, no (you know, you know)
Happiness more or less
It's just a change in me, something in my liberty
Happiness, coming and going
I watch you look at me, watch my fever grow
And I know
Oh, my, my
Oh, my, my
Oh, my, my
Oh, my, my, my, my, my
We got a love that never dies
I got a love that'll never die
No, no
And I love you, man
Yeah
It's just a change in me
Something in my liberty (don't think, don't, don't think I'm lying)
It's just a change in me
Something in my liberty (don't think, don't think I'm lying, I'm trying)
It's just a change in me
Something in my liberty
Oh, my, my
Oh, my, my
It's just a change in me, something in my liberty
Oh, my, my, my, my, my, my (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
I said oh, my, my, my, my, my
Obrigado
I love the verve since the 90s and still today 2024
His voice is just one of a kind
Richard Ashcroft always had it and never lost it 👊🏼
It's always been the happiest sad song I've ever heard. Thanks for bringing this song to the world.
Gracias...✍💖
How can you make up one morning and write so sucj=h an fantastic song????
Voice has got better over the years. Absolutely class act. ‘Don’t think I’m lying, cos I’m flying...’ 👌🏼
I owe this sort of music to my Dad. I love him so much!!!
I envy you....my dad was a toerag
Richard Ashcroft - One of the best songwriters in the history of music. His lyrics are poignant yet inspirational at the same time. Been a fan since Urban Hymns' days. Love all the way from Malaysia.
Big yellow gortex jacket in the indoor studio. What a man.
J'adore rien n'a changé
Still listening 2021 I miss this era 😢
Que música incrível, que saudades da adolescência. Alguém do Brasil por aqui?
Uhulll, esse som me lembra "Show de vizinha" kkk
Eu
Brazil estercolero del tercermundo
Eu
The dude can sing live so well…. awesome 🤩
Love from São Paulo, Brazil. Discovered this song in January, 2023. Back in those days, I was navigating through key, life-changing events and this song helped me get through them all. "But how many corners do I have to turn..?"
Love the oasis piss take wind breaker. Class. ⚒⚒⚒
Miss this kind of music and singing.
Totally
Like being back in the glorious 90's...
Wow his voice is still DOPE
I Love this song it makes me happy.
Wow just wow!!
i am 52. the songs he gave me will go down with me. in my moist grave. and then i shake rattle and roll.
My wife and I had this as our first dance song at our wedding
…Don’t think I’m lying, ‘cause I’m flying… gives me goosebumps each time ❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
In my opinion the best song from Richard Ashcroft. Really awesome performance.
My favorite song ever
Richard Ashcroft - always comes prepared for chance of rain
Superbe !
You can see how much admiration the guitarist has for Richard 0:05.
What a song. Ashcroft is a genius.
My favourite all time song Richard Ashcroft is a genius.
Nice Car Paul👍
Awesome. Let's hope the rain holds off.
spotless
My most favourite song of All time so many memories !! RA killing it !!
This dude is one of the coolest in the music world. Swagger and attitude 🤙
He sure is
Nah
Who’s listening to this masterpiece in 2021?
This is special
90s was the best decade. Case closed
The geezer has kept his voice, and it's still excellent....can't say that about alot of other singers from the britpop era.
Incredible singer songwriter. Was very lucky to meet him to. Top bloke who took time to chat with me.
His voice... has changed, it's much better ! Incredible!!!
Mythicooooooooooo rock n rollllllllll hello from italy padua
One of the best rock albums of the decade. ❤
Home coming gig Wigan 1998, I was there and I want to do it again..................before it’s too late, I’m 60 ffs.
Complete genius, awesome version yet again✌🏻
🖕🖕🖕🖕🖕🖕🖕.......
@@josemiguelpradavonborries9703ssssss
I don't think you can get any better than this. Amazing sounds and vocals. What a performance.
Ficou muito top essa versão!!! congrats!!!
Pochi per molti...questo è come arriva a noi la musica...è una fortuna...
lucky man..
Pure quality. Remember the 90's if you can during these bonkers times!
I discovered this song during quarantine and as much as I love Liam G this man and this song is almost untouchable to me.
Nice, his older voice has added a raspy note to his song.
Im in love with his voice, it has matured well
It's the tons of smoking he does
Years later, this song is still amazing And stays on all my playlists.
Definitely feel like a lucky man to have a genius like Ashcroft in my life
This man has aged very good , from looks to voice
His voice is still perfect, incredible.
I can remember being a young kid listening to this in the back garden playing football and having BBQ's camping out etc. Them were the days! Not a care in the world
Wolrd class Sir
Man miss these tunes
Absolutely.