One of Peter's many masterpieces. I'm a huge fan going back to the beginning of Genesis. No other music has moved me quite like his. His vocals, creativity, songwriting, and live performances have defined a brilliant career. Of course he's far from done. We're fortunate for that.
Beautiful. Profound. Moving. Prescient. Raw. Timely. Peter Gabriel is a hugely under-appreciated musical genius. His voice has darkened, now deeply raspy and chocolate-dark with emotion. All my life I’ve listened to him. Took me years as a young woman to realise the true edge he brings to his songs, tackling so many difficult or controversial subjects with empathy and humanity. He wrote it over 35 years ago, but it could have been written for today. We were warned. Here comes the flood... Drink up dreamers. You’re running dry.
His poetry is first-class...always leaving so much space for imagination. The flood can be so many things, material and not, and the power of the sentences goes stronger in any direction you want to take them. That is ART.
Peter Gabriel´s music is the companion of my life. From genesis to revelation to his solo career, especially live blood. Here comes the flood in this ´adult´version is full of depth, knowledge and wisdom. Simple piano chords without orchestra accompanis this wonderful song.Thank you so much, Peter.
@@kropchik Yes, I didn't know this song (In France Peter is not so much famous than in England or USA) but it seems to be very complex chords ;) I become a fan ... :) What a voice, what a charisma, and what a talent!
I LOVE this song so much and as i sit here looking at this clip i can't stop thinking about the world today, you know BATACLAN, NOW NICE, I CRY FOR THE FLESH AND BLOOD OF THOUGHS WHO SERVIVED AND THOUGHS WHO HAVE LOSE THERE LIVES. DRINK UP DREAMERS WE ARE ALL RUNNING DRY :'(
I love how Peter's voice has changed over the years, but still remains distinctively Peter Gabriel. I absolutely love this version of Flood. He leaves a lot of "space" in it, perfect for a song with such emotion.
This song has speaks to me of the floods of life, the storms of life. The tighter we hold on to the old, the more the old becomes an anchor which will drown us. I give up my islands and flow with the flood in faith. In truth, that is all there is.
This is my favourite PG song. That high phrase “it’ll be those…” is just chilling. And it’s good to hear that after all these years his voice still hasn’t lost an ounce of strength.
Just an incredible poetic song, a song about life and triumph and sacrifice and the futility, and how we go on anyway; and the singer only gets better with age. Thanks Pete.
Peter Gabriel's music has always hit me in my soul. He has the magical ability to compose sounds that seem to come from some other dimension but also resonate with everything that is most epic in human joys and struggles.
His voice is really incredible. It touch me very much I'd love to have this little break like him. I become a Peter Gabriel fan as I look all these videos... What a talent!!
I am now 70 years old, but have been a massive fan of Peter Gabriel, since graduated with Distinction Honours from Bristol University many moons ago. In my humble opinion a true genious of wonderful music & apparently still going strong. I discovered Peter's incredible talent, when I was at Bristol University. Absolutely brilliant, concerts I attended with my Bristol Poly buddies all those years ago, with great groups playing incredible music e.g. Jethro Tull, Elton John, Led Zepplin, Genesis, Queen, to name but a few. If any of my Bristol Uni buddies, see this message I'd be honoured & thrilled to hear from you all these many years later, Ex.graduate of Bristol University,many moons ago, warmest, regards, Jeremy Peter Spencer F.R.I.C.S.
An absolute classic. Takes me back to the days when I was Captain Noah who sailed the planet with animals two by two by two. I would rather sail the seven seas and escape to the country than live on a concrete jungle. Sadly the coastal areas are polluted with sewage and waste
Genio absoluto, maestro de los maestros!! Lider de la era más brillante de Genesis. Maravillosa canción, sus arreglos y su capacidad emotiva son marca registrada de Peter Gabriel, artista multifacético y con un registro magistral, una interpretación excelente, como siempre.
This could go down as one of the best days I can remember in my lifetime. Walking on the beach on Butterfly .. 🦋 Elon Musk stepped in. Thank You. Peter not sure which party you represent but peace is key for ALL nations. Poland is a country that cares. Where are all our countries we helped all these years? They are not cowards! They need to step up and help AMERICA.
I just seen him in Chicago a few nights ago, and your summary of his music hits it perfectly. When he played "Dont give up" I cried my eyes out...that's never happened to me at a concert. Simply amazing. I wish he toured more often.
One of my favorite performances... so honesty and emotionally powerful. This song has helped me through hard times and I'm grateful to Peter for writing such an amazing work of art.
As of today, 56 people dislike this video although I can't for the life of me find anything to object to in it. Having the gift of being able to make music this good, for so long, should be appreciated and applauded, literally and figuratively.
Il più grande in assoluto! Mi chiedo sempre come sia possibile che le note di Peter riescano a toccarmi così nel profondo da farmi sentire contemporaneamente immensamente felice e disperatamente triste, la più ottimista e la più disperata, la più forte e la più fragile...Ogni emozione sembra ridestarsi all'ascolto di un suo brano!
For me this is the best version of this song.
I totally agree. I’ve heard other versions as well, but they just don’t reach this level of emotion.
Agreed! 🥰
What an instrument Peter's voice is.
David i think Peter's voice is a dream...
Peter never you and Phil should have unfortunate discrepancies because love of free music prevails. Best of the best.
You both are the best.
The best of all.
Get yourself’s back to where you ended a long time of being selfish. You are the best if the best. Work together. Brink is back to reality!
Peter thought that the studio version was overproduced so this is as good as it comes.
If this does not touch your heart you may not posses one.
The silence in the crowd.. It's not often that happens in a live show. Magic!
We were just praying 🙏 ❤❤
Outstanding 1977 - outstanding 30 years later!
I wanna be friend with everyone who listen to this song
The mans a god
Then hi pal. I'm recording it now as a matter of fact. Check my page, or morbid man on SoundCloud for more songs. Keep up the good taste.
So we are friends
brothers :-)
Keydo, I've never met you; but if there is an afterlife, I am sure we will be quick friends.
One of Peter's many masterpieces. I'm a huge fan going back to the beginning of Genesis. No other music has moved me quite like his. His vocals, creativity, songwriting, and live performances have defined a brilliant career. Of course he's far from done. We're fortunate for that.
Beautiful. Profound. Moving. Prescient. Raw. Timely.
Peter Gabriel is a hugely under-appreciated musical genius. His voice has darkened, now deeply raspy and chocolate-dark with emotion. All my life I’ve listened to him. Took me years as a young woman to realise the true edge he brings to his songs, tackling so many difficult or controversial subjects with empathy and humanity.
He wrote it over 35 years ago, but it could have been written for today. We were warned. Here comes the flood...
Drink up dreamers. You’re running dry.
Nicely put.
Beautifull said…..I don’t know you, but I love you allready❤️
Love your comment.
We were warned. Peter put into such a timeless classic. Humanity is finished. Farewell everyone xxx
A fantastic comment to a mesmerising and prophetic song.
I have not listened to this in a while, thanke for posting this, it is a truly beautiful song.
What a stunning version of this song. Peter and a piano, nothing else is needed.
Totally agree with that.
this tune is remedy for everything...met you once Peter but again ..thank you! for this kind of treatment...
His poetry is first-class...always leaving so much space for imagination. The flood can be so many things, material and not, and the power of the sentences goes stronger in any direction you want to take them. That is ART.
As the years go by, Peter's voice just gets richer and richer. Beautiful song!
Agree
Totally agree - his voice is more interesting now, a bit raspier and complex.
like wine
A voice, a piano, a song. This is beautiful music with a charismatic genius: Peter Gabriel.
This one always makes me cry like a child...
As much as I love the earlier recordings, there is something so wonderful about the light raspiness of his older voice.
agreed!
Respect from Hong Kong!
Peter Gabriel´s music is the companion of my life. From genesis to revelation to his solo career, especially live blood. Here comes the flood in this ´adult´version is full of depth, knowledge and wisdom. Simple piano chords without orchestra accompanis this wonderful song.Thank you so much, Peter.
You mean very complexed harmony piano chords... :-)
@@kropchik Yes, I didn't know this song (In France Peter is not so much famous than in England or USA) but it seems to be very complex chords ;) I become a fan ... :) What a voice, what a charisma, and what a talent!
Thank You...
Again... The King !
This is one of the greatest performances of all time.
Oh my God, yes.
Some songs just touch your very soul and this is one of them.
Yes... and gently.
There are no words to describe my love for him and his music.
I LOVE this song so much and as i sit here looking at this clip i can't stop thinking about the world today, you know BATACLAN, NOW NICE, I CRY FOR THE FLESH AND BLOOD OF THOUGHS WHO SERVIVED AND THOUGHS WHO HAVE LOSE THERE LIVES. DRINK UP DREAMERS WE ARE ALL RUNNING DRY :'(
One of my favorites.
Thoughs? You seriously spell it _thoughs_?
'spelled'
Klugscheißen macht unsympathisch!
IMMENSO! 💙
What a voice... what an instrument... what a softness... what a beauty... what an emotion... what a song...
Thank you, Peter.
Gorgeous, he's the best on the planet !
Questa non è una canzone..è un capolavoro!
You are a true artist. A brilliant artist and beautiful person
One of the greatest and most emotional songs ever written and performed.
Agreed! Only topped by the Johnny Cash cover of the song Hurt?!
Otherworldy, beautiful. Thanks.
Genius isn't a good enough word.....peerless perfection!
We grew up together. Now we grow old together. Peter Gabriel and the soundtrack of my life. Love always.
I was in front row in Milano in 2003. I can't help from crying every time i listen to this song.
PG saved my life so many times.
I saw him in Detroit a few years ago. A dream come true.
What a wonderful evening that was !
An anthem for humanity
My favorite song of Peter's...so deep I feel the oblivion.
i just found this guy, and i must say, i'm liking this music. And that was it, thank you for reading
Another song coming from heaven.
Kattys song
Stefano Spagocci or to take you there.....this is the main song i have chosen for my funeral....
I love how Peter's voice has changed over the years, but still remains distinctively Peter Gabriel. I absolutely love this version of Flood. He leaves a lot of "space" in it, perfect for a song with such emotion.
This song has speaks to me of the floods of life, the storms of life. The tighter we hold on to the old, the more the old becomes an anchor which will drown us. I give up my islands and flow with the flood in faith. In truth, that is all there is.
I grew up with Peter Gabriel and every time I'm a bit down I just listen to his voice and reminisce the good times.
The floods coming, the mans a prophet.
That is one powerful song 🤗
This must be the best version! Really like the small changes he made in the melody on this one.
I love this version
This is my favourite PG song. That high phrase “it’ll be those…” is just chilling. And it’s good to hear that after all these years his voice still hasn’t lost an ounce of strength.
Just an incredible poetic song, a song about life and triumph and sacrifice and the futility, and how we go on anyway; and the singer only gets better with age.
Thanks Pete.
A voice of Peace, in such troubled times.
An amazing artist.
Beautifully said.
Humanity, integrity, and a voice of cobalt blue. The Man.
a true genius who continues to show how talented he is and how timeless his songs are!!!
Good grief. How can anyone dislike this? This is beyond beautiful...and true.
Each note and each word perfectly written and performed by a master of his craft.
Immortal.
A witer and a performer.. always reinvents himself.. amazing guy this Peter gabriel is. I admire him.
I think it's one of the greatest, most beautiful,spiritualy centered songs ever written.
Takes my breath away...tears...beautiful words, voice, feeling... the virtuosity of his soul..
Peter Gabriel's music has always hit me in my soul. He has the magical ability to compose sounds that seem to come from some other dimension but also resonate with everything that is most epic in human joys and struggles.
Soultouching
His voice is really incredible. It touch me very much I'd love to have this little break like him. I become a Peter Gabriel fan as I look all these videos... What a talent!!
Beautiful .
I am now 70 years old, but have been a massive fan of Peter Gabriel, since graduated with Distinction Honours from Bristol University many moons ago. In my humble opinion a true genious of wonderful music & apparently still going strong. I discovered Peter's incredible talent, when I was at Bristol University. Absolutely brilliant, concerts I attended with my Bristol Poly buddies all those years ago, with great groups playing incredible music e.g. Jethro Tull, Elton John, Led Zepplin, Genesis, Queen, to name but a few. If any of my Bristol Uni buddies, see this message I'd be honoured & thrilled to hear from you all these many years later, Ex.graduate of Bristol University,many moons ago, warmest, regards, Jeremy Peter Spencer F.R.I.C.S.
Magnifique 💖🌹
Peter's voice and looks are like a fine wine... And what a beautiful soul ❤️😍
Peters voice matures like a fine wine, only gets better and better
This song has so much relevance today. Happy Holidays To Everyone In 2020!!! Peace and Love!!!
the laptop, the lighting, the voice, and words, the face. I love when the old blends with the new.
Quelle voix ! Quelle émotion ! Immense PETER
I've witness this goosebumps overload in 2004 in Paris on Growing Up tour. Cried like a baby.
Another classic Peter Gabriel song -so much space for the mind here, landscapes stretching for miles. After 30-odd years this still sounds fantastic.
Absolutely beautiful rendition, brings a tear to my eyes & warms my heart. Jennifer you are truly fantastic.😊
Without any doubt....
My favorite version of this song...
An absolute classic. Takes me back to the days when I was Captain Noah who sailed the planet with animals two by two by two.
I would rather sail the seven seas and escape to the country than live on a concrete jungle.
Sadly the coastal areas are polluted with sewage and waste
We all get older! PG takes it in his stride, naturally and is as great a song writer as ever. Long may he continue.
Best performer/songwriter of all times. Period.
This performance proves that simplicity has its own beauty, perfection in what is said and what is not...
Tremendo compositor
Peter Gabriel is brilliant!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Artist in all respects
Dreamers drink up.. you're running dry... such a beautiful sentence.. this song is one of the better poetic ones imo.. it's pretty deep.
Genio absoluto, maestro de los maestros!! Lider de la era más brillante de Genesis. Maravillosa canción, sus arreglos y su capacidad emotiva son marca registrada de Peter Gabriel, artista multifacético y con un registro magistral, una interpretación excelente, como siempre.
This is a musician that speaks the truth. Not just words but real spiritual music. Many have made music for money. Not Peter..❤
This could go down as one of the best days I can remember in my lifetime. Walking on the beach on Butterfly .. 🦋 Elon Musk stepped in. Thank You. Peter not sure which party you represent but peace is key for ALL nations. Poland is a country that cares. Where are all our countries we helped all these years? They are not cowards! They need to step up and help AMERICA.
Beautiful version, I was there in 2003 . . . can't wait to see the IO concert ❤
The i/o concert was pure perfection ! 🙂
Einer der BESTEN und eine der schönsten Stimmen ever! L♥ve it!!!
This has got to be one of the best songs ever written. Thanks for giving us so much Peter!
fantastic video! Artist's like this are not plentiful enough.
I just seen him in Chicago a few nights ago, and your summary of his music hits it perfectly. When he played "Dont give up" I cried my eyes out...that's never happened to me at a concert. Simply amazing. I wish he toured more often.
Peter is one of the greatest of all time...solo and whit Genesis...
Masterpiece ..... emotional climax ..... piano & vocals to the heart, straight without any useless add-ons. Art at it´s best! I love it!
Was just listening to this song when I heard the news about the shooting of Dutch crime reporter Peter R de Vries. Double in tears
His music is filled with passion and it shows...
I just wiped a few tears away myself... What a beautiful song.
What a voice..............
"Drink up dreamers, you are running dry"
Stunning images in my head!..................
For ever !!!
One of my favorite performances... so honesty and emotionally powerful. This song has helped me through hard times and I'm grateful to Peter for writing such an amazing work of art.
gabriel absolutley kicks ass!
A talent from another time or dimension, he has no equal, thank you Peter.
As of today, 56 people dislike this video although I can't for the life of me find anything to object to in it. Having the gift of being able to make music this good, for so long, should be appreciated and applauded, literally and figuratively.
Il più grande in assoluto! Mi chiedo sempre come sia possibile che le note di Peter riescano a toccarmi così nel profondo da farmi sentire contemporaneamente immensamente felice e disperatamente triste, la più ottimista e la più disperata, la più forte e la più fragile...Ogni emozione sembra ridestarsi all'ascolto di un suo brano!
....perche' la Vita e' un po' quello che hai descritto....
vero
Io ho avuto la fortuna di essere presente a questo concerto. Quest a era la canzone Che iniziava il concerto ho pianto
Ben detto Argentina! Hai descritto il talento di Peter. SPERO che il suo prossimo album sia solo voce e piano.
Saw him play this at the same concert back in 2003. Beautiful song played by an icon.
not just an artist - he is a voice for love and peace and human rights. ❤🧡💛💚💙💜
@Peter Gabriel thanks a lot - I am fine always when I am watching Videos of Peter Gabriel- I am a huge fan of him since I was a little girl. 🥰
OMG Beautiful ! 💜
A masterpiece; music that expands imagination, lifts consciousness, and entertains with tonal poetry.
if ever there was a song that touched so many different emotions.