You put your finger on it. He is the most under-estimated talent. I'm a life-long Elton John fan and i always say that no one comes close, but David Gray does. Absolute genius.
As a British ex-military man, I find this track extremely moving and contemplative. My action was in 1982 and it still affects me to this day. It's good to have music that makes us stop for a moment and realise just how lucky we are, and to remember those that we left on patrol. Excellent track Mr Gray!
You the second ex army to have written on this and I suppose it's alot of meaning to every one: but I can't imagine what you have seen or any army man :I was suppose to join army to be medic nurse but things happend and could go :I done training just not enough due to health problems :I was only 17 going on 18 and often wander what my life would be like if I would have joined army :chin up sir you served country all the best 💂♂️💂♂️
@@catherinegallagher1101 Thanks for your reply and kind words Catherine. I was actually Royal Navy, but did two tours down in the Falklands, having been attacked and sunk by Argentine aircraft the first time around and then volunteering to return to Port Stanley as soon as I could. Brothers in Arms by Dire Straights also has the same effect on me, which was penned by Mark Knopfler at the time it was all going on. Follow your dreams! All the best!
The first time I heard this song I was transported back to other times and guys I have not seen in two decades or more. I wonder what happened to all of them, I think about the tracer in the falling dark.
I was a Corpsman (combat medic for the US Marine Corps) and this one always made me think of a man dying on the battlefield, with his last thoughts on this mortal plane being of his wife. I suppose we've both seen some things which make us relate to this song more than most.
Gonna close my eyes Girl and watch you go Running through this life, darling Like a field of snow As the tracer glides In its graceful arc Send a little prayer out to ya 'Cross the falling dark Tell the repo man And the stars above That you're the one I love, yeah Perfect summers night Not a wind that breathes Just the bullets whispering gentle 'Mongst the new green leaves There's things I might have said Only wish I could Now I'm leaking life faster Then I'm leaking blood Tell the repo man And the stars above That you're the one I love You're the one I love The one I love Yee hee, yee hee Don't see Elysium Don't see no fiery hell Just the lights up bright, baby In the bay hotel Next wave coming in Like an ocean roar Won't you take my hand darling On that old dance floor We can twist and shout Do the turtle dove And you're the one I love You're the one I love The one I love Yee hee, yee hee....
R.I.P LT.William "Billy" Moore FDNY - NY's Bravest....I will AlWAYS miss you...meet me at the gates love but help me along while my feet are still on this Earth....Love never dies
As an ex British squaddie this track hits me hard and when you haven't heard it in a while my god does it catch you off guard a truly beautiful track but it can break you in half
I remember when this was on the radio in about 2006 sitting in a McDonalds crying after I had just found out my little brother had died, now I listen to it I smile because I remember him.
I heard this song first time on Rescue Me and being a former combat medic who spent 3 years in Afghanistan, I can tell you this song is about a soldier dying in combat and thinking about his love as he is dying
@jonathan Atkins Damn, I was 14 when I made the original comment. But yes, I agree, he's insanely underrated. Sucks to see he doesn't have more subs all these years later.
hes the last of a generation that put more work into his job,these days its all done on a computer and musicians dont get work,,but the youth have been trained by radio and media not to be interested in the talent only the picture.i learnt to play guitar with hands that didant even open,,i only opened my left hand,,and im a good guitarist 45 years later,im not only prof anyone can do it,but also shows the kind of work needed to be desent,,but who cares i get 50-100 views if i had tits id get millions YNWA
Beautiful song takes me.back to my first date with my then boyfriend. 9 years later and 1 beautiful daughter later im proud to call that man my husband.
This is one of the most beautiful songs. The lyrics are a perfect fit with the music. The final thoughts of the dying soldier are of the one he loves...I generally have to play it over two or three times every time I hear it. Awesome tune, awesome voice.
Must have missed something through the years. Stopped my car a couple of years ago when I heard this song, but no name or title followed. Recently, I heard this song again while driving with my Irish neighbor. I stopped again and he told me the song is by David Gray. Such a voice, what a song, superb production, great arrangement, I owe my neighbor...
Listening in 2024, just like I did in 23, 22, 21....you get the idea. To the best singer I've heard, singing one of his best songs. Love me some David Gray!
Have loved his music for at least 20 years. His lyrics touch your soul and that voice can be filled with joy and anguish and delight and despair. Thank you David Gray!
rarely comment,but this guy is in a diferrent league. you can hear visualise and really feel the beauty pain and tradgedy of love. amazing...... and i love meta well all good music.
Forget about the singer for a minute and listen to the lyrics in this song. A tribute to a soldier caught in a fight he doesn’t understand . But he is leaking life faster than he’s leaking blood And yearning for the love ❤️ he will never know. I cried the first time I heard this song .
Always loved this, my Dad heard this as my ringtone a few years ago and loved it also. Sadly he passed in September 2919. Love you Dad... this song is for you xx
Truly one of the great under-rated song writers of his generation. Like most my intro was "Babylon," but his music is much deeper. A British version of Warren Zevon. Two of the most underrated song writers of their generation(s). Both great at capturing the human experience.
Saw him live once here in VA. Finished with Please Forgive Me...the ending was amazing with that driving guitar & drums...even though they had just brought in new drummer, was still fantastic
I am a 42 year old. I have heard this song dozens of times, and it still makes me cry. I have made 4 cd's for my fiancee, this sing will be played at our wedding reception, as will the three other cd's, throughout the day. Xxxxxxxx
His lyrics always speak my heart and soul. If you've never had to endure the pain of losing the One, pray you never do...."there's things I might have said, only wish I could..."
I think this line is very important to the message of the song. I believe it's coming from a dying man who believes that his efforts and will carry weight, hence the line. His dying thoughts are to say, "Let them know how important you are to me, so they know to be gentle with".
Dear Sean Fries...you're suffering and these songs can be very healing too.....I understand, as my husband also suffers from PTSD, as a now retired, Lt Colonel and 11 deployments over the years the Military completely changed him....he too thought that life was far too difficult to go on, but through faith and hope, he's grow to be an even better man because of the experiences and difficulties he faced. I pray for you, I pray for your out come to be positive too...you are important and you can make a difference to many more with your life. Find out what your purpose is. Share what's really on your heart. Ask for what you need...people can and will help you if you ask and be faithful and truthful.... blessings to you♡
Semplicemente meraviglioso brano stupenda interpretazione caro David Gray 👍🎸🎶 Ti ringrazio infinitamente per la condivisione e il fantastico videoclip 💞 Complimenti e un grande applauso!!👏 Buona serata!!🎸🎶🎸 Ciaoooo 🐾🐈🐾
Thankyou so much. I am actually playing that song as a tribute to my parents today on my story on Facebook. Such a beautiful and tender song. God bless you 🙏❤️🙏🤗
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The most under-rated musician of the decade. David Gray, take a bow son.
I totally agree
I agree. almost 2 decades
Love this fella!
You put your finger on it. He is the most under-estimated talent. I'm a life-long Elton John fan and i always say that no one comes close, but David Gray does. Absolute genius.
I never underrated him.
I still listen to him and he's still one of my favourites.
David gray - the most underrated singer of all time
Ooof jesus haha i knew the underrated fetish would be off the charts. It is comical
Most definitely. Not just a brilliant singer. A excellent song writer too.
Absolutely correct
👍👍👍
Agreed...
With John Hiatt
This guy could sing the terms and conditions and I'd still have it on repeat.
A amazing song and singer
Hahah love the comment
A comment from a year ago just made me LOL.
😂😂
Oh that made me laugh so hard, I agree
One of the most underrated songs of all time
true
Brian Clarke by one of the most underrated performers of all time
Ppl do not like honesty
Yes, so many don't understand what this is about. This is one of favorites.
So true
The 1# that will never be forgotten my one true friend xxx god I wish you where here .
How could I Have missed him for such a Long time?! He is f…ing brilliant
Have you stumbled upon Newton Faulkner yet by any chance?
If not, have a listen to 'If This Is It?......or any really 👌
As a British ex-military man, I find this track extremely moving and contemplative. My action was in 1982 and it still affects me to this day. It's good to have music that makes us stop for a moment and realise just how lucky we are, and to remember those that we left on patrol. Excellent track Mr Gray!
You the second ex army to have written on this and I suppose it's alot of meaning to every one: but I can't imagine what you have seen or any army man :I was suppose to join army to be medic nurse but things happend and could go :I done training just not enough due to health problems :I was only 17 going on 18 and often wander what my life would be like if I would have joined army :chin up sir you served country all the best 💂♂️💂♂️
@@catherinegallagher1101 Thanks for your reply and kind words Catherine. I was actually Royal Navy, but did two tours down in the Falklands, having been attacked and sunk by Argentine aircraft the first time around and then volunteering to return to Port Stanley as soon as I could. Brothers in Arms by Dire Straights also has the same effect on me, which was penned by Mark Knopfler at the time it was all going on. Follow your dreams! All the best!
The first time I heard this song I was transported back to other times and guys I have not seen in two decades or more. I wonder what happened to all of them, I think about the tracer in the falling dark.
I was a Corpsman (combat medic for the US Marine Corps) and this one always made me think of a man dying on the battlefield, with his last thoughts on this mortal plane being of his wife.
I suppose we've both seen some things which make us relate to this song more than most.
My partner is ex military, a huge fan of this one and I l9ve my beloved dearly x
This guy isn't appreciated as much as he should be
Anthony Morris I appreciate him! :)
kirstysilvester1 Me too.
Anthony Morris White ladder is my favourite album of all time. The man is a musical genius.
Anthony Morris So agree!
agreed
To Jinni. You bought this CD for me and my folks. Your a gr8 mother hope you meet some1 perfect for you xxx
Such an awesome artist that never got the recognition he deserves, but its always on my playlist!
This was my grandfathers fav song he died 8 years ago every time I listen I cry 😭😭😭😭😭😭💔🪦 mis you pops 😭
Bless you 🙏🏻
This hits hard the heart, bless those who have lost someone in life and love .
Gonna close my eyes
Girl and watch you go
Running through this life, darling
Like a field of snow
As the tracer glides
In its graceful arc
Send a little prayer out to ya
'Cross the falling dark
Tell the repo man
And the stars above
That you're the one I love, yeah
Perfect summers night
Not a wind that breathes
Just the bullets whispering gentle
'Mongst the new green leaves
There's things I might have said
Only wish I could
Now I'm leaking life faster
Then I'm leaking blood
Tell the repo man
And the stars above
That you're the one I love
You're the one I love
The one I love
Yee hee, yee hee
Don't see Elysium
Don't see no fiery hell
Just the lights up bright, baby
In the bay hotel
Next wave coming in
Like an ocean roar
Won't you take my hand darling
On that old dance floor
We can twist and shout
Do the turtle dove
And you're the one I love
You're the one I love
The one I love
Yee hee, yee hee....
❤❤❤❤❤❤
Reaper man
R.I.P LT.William "Billy" Moore FDNY - NY's Bravest....I will AlWAYS miss you...meet me at the gates love but help me along while my feet are still on this Earth....Love never dies
As an ex British squaddie this track hits me hard and when you haven't heard it in a while my god does it catch you off guard a truly beautiful track but it can break you in half
💯
Fear Naught Mate.
I feel you from across the pond soldier.
As you were, soldier. Respect 🫡
I remember when this was on the radio in about 2006 sitting in a McDonalds crying after I had just found out my little brother had died, now I listen to it I smile because I remember him.
Cencikid123 i had this song for my dads funeral ..love this song
I remember my little brother Luke and he died in 2006 bless him
Louise March . A good tribute
🙏
😘😘😘😘😘
He’s fucking brilliant, I love him
I heard this song first time on Rescue Me and being a former combat medic who spent 3 years in Afghanistan, I can tell you this song is about a soldier dying in combat and thinking about his love as he is dying
That's what I got from it also.
Right on target, brother.
Sean Fries I almost wish I hadn't read this because it's so beautiful and now I can't listen without crying. ❤ Thank you for your service.
Heather sorry if I ruined a great song for you but it speaks to loving fully and leaving nothing unsaid. And it was my honor to serve.
Sean it might have been your honour to serve but it was our honour for you to have our backs. Thank you from Northern Ireland.
THANKS FOR THIS ONE DAVID 💔 THINKING OF MY BEAUTIFUL SONNY BOY WHO PASSED AWAY SUDDENLY ONLY 17 YEARS OLD 💔 FIVE YEARS AGO & STILL TOTALLY DEVASTATED
Why doesn't this guy have a million subs? :/ He truly deserves it :) He deserves way more recognition.
Xtrendence absolutely!
@jonathan Atkins Damn, I was 14 when I made the original comment. But yes, I agree, he's insanely underrated. Sucks to see he doesn't have more subs all these years later.
hes the last of a generation that put more work into his job,these days its all done on a computer and musicians dont get work,,but the youth have been trained by radio and media not to be interested in the talent only the picture.i learnt to play guitar with hands that didant even open,,i only opened my left hand,,and im a good guitarist 45 years later,im not only prof anyone can do it,but also shows the kind of work needed to be desent,,but who cares i get 50-100 views if i had tits id get millions YNWA
Beautiful song takes me.back to my first date with my then boyfriend. 9 years later and 1 beautiful daughter later im proud to call that man my husband.
EmeraldStarryEyez Beautiful 💙💙
EmeraldStarryEyez ✌🏼yes!
Had us in the first half not gonna lie
David, you're fantastic. A UK national treasure. Could listen to you on desert island forever!!!!
When the one you love has passed.
This guy isn't appreciated as much as he should be
One of the most underrated songs of all time
No-one could pull this off BUT the Incredible Mr Grey. No one ould even try
61 and brings a tear to my eye's..... Memories 😘😊
"You're the one I Love."
No better song ever sang it, than this one.
This is one of the most beautiful songs. The lyrics are a perfect fit with the music. The final thoughts of the dying soldier are of the one he loves...I generally have to play it over two or three times every time I hear it. Awesome tune, awesome voice.
it that what this song is about? a soldiers thoughts in his last dying moments?? how do you know ?
@@steviemcleanguitar1559 Listen to the words. It's pretty obvious
Dont give up on the one you love when the times get tough, you'll be happy you held in there in the end
Wow. Just stumbled on David Gray's music..... I love it.
Just???????
One of the most beautiful songs ever. I sit and smile looking at my wife of 29 years when I listen to it.
Yesssssss Peter 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
3 years later and she's still beautiful
Must have missed something through the years. Stopped my car a couple of years ago when I heard this song, but no name or title followed. Recently, I heard this song again while driving with my Irish neighbor. I stopped again and he told me the song is by David Gray. Such a voice, what a song, superb production, great arrangement, I owe my neighbor...
+Hans Sueters buy him a pint back!
+Balsham91 plz no more beer
the wait was better...
Got 3of his albums his mint.
I stopped my car too, laid my head on steering wheel and cried.
David Gray is one of the best artists!
Love. His voice. You. Know. Straightaway. It’s. Him. Singing
Love this for obvious reasons my partner she died through cancer god bless her
Thank you to all that served. You are truly in a league of your own.
My mams anniversary today,3 years gone today,she was 1 i loved ,will miss forever.love you mum.❤beautiful song.David your a legend.
That's what i call good music, on ya go David Gray ❤❤❤❤❤xx
one of my favourite songs in the entire world.
sarah enstro gosh its so pretty
Me aswell
Anyone listening to this gem in 2022!!?
Very much so. Love this song. Regards from Cape Town.
Listening in 2024, just like I did in 23, 22, 21....you get the idea. To the best singer I've heard, singing one of his best songs. Love me some David Gray!
Have loved his music for at least 20 years. His lyrics touch your soul and that voice can be filled with joy and anguish and delight and despair. Thank you David Gray!
rarely comment,but this guy is in a diferrent league. you can hear visualise and really feel the beauty pain and tradgedy of love. amazing...... and i love meta well all good music.
Forget about the singer for a minute and listen to the lyrics in this song. A tribute to a soldier caught in a fight he doesn’t understand . But he is leaking life faster than he’s leaking blood And yearning for the love ❤️ he will never know.
I cried the first time I heard this song .
After visiting the cemeteries in Normandy this song had more of an impact.
david grey is beyond our times, his melody makes so much sense, number one talented artist. I would love to have a conversation with him. very wise
David gray is love, life, emotions, feelings, omg
This guy's a legend no doubt about it. Saw him live too great time's ❤️
The most under-rated musician of the decade. David Gray, take a bow son.
Was introduced to this song again by a very special person xox
Always loved this, my Dad heard this as my ringtone a few years ago and loved it also. Sadly he passed in September 2919. Love you Dad... this song is for you xx
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🥲 Aww so sorry x
💕
So sorry for your loss xx
But everytime it's played somewhere a little bit of him will live on.
Truly one of the great under-rated song writers of his generation. Like most my intro was "Babylon," but his music is much deeper. A British version of Warren Zevon. Two of the most underrated song writers of their generation(s). Both great at capturing the human experience.
Saw him live once here in VA.
Finished with Please Forgive Me...the ending was amazing with that driving guitar & drums...even though they had just brought in new drummer, was still fantastic
never heard of W. Z. but will check out, thanks
Such a beautiful song about a soldier in a battle field... When the tracer glides at its graceful arc
"Rescue Me" brought me here...season 3 finale. Was a great song. Discovering a lot of underappreciated music rewatching the song
Funny, and now I appreciate his music much, much more as when he started!!!!!!!!!!!!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Can’t wait till March 2025 to see him in concert ✌🏻
Where is he performing
@@DonnaNakuy in Sheffield on that date but few other locations next year too .
David grey absolutely fucking awesome x
Watching the sailboats sail across the ocean in Miami, thinking about sailing away!
I am a 42 year old. I have heard this song dozens of times, and it still makes me cry. I have made 4 cd's for my fiancee, this sing will be played at our wedding reception, as will the three other cd's, throughout the day. Xxxxxxxx
David Gray. The guvnor. Ridiculously talented. Nuffsaid
His lyrics always speak my heart and soul. If you've never had to endure the pain of losing the One, pray you never do...."there's things I might have said, only wish I could..."
That's a horrible thing to say to her. Roxanne im sorry for your loss. Hope the new year brings you happiness
Me too X
Roxann Waters Pedro Aznar
Tell the repo man, and the stars above, your the one i love.
I think this line is very important to the message of the song. I believe it's coming from a dying man who believes that his efforts and will carry weight, hence the line. His dying thoughts are to say, "Let them know how important you are to me, so they know to be gentle with".
Tell the reaper man .
My all time favorite musician...he is poetry in motion, so much depth to his soothing soul. love you David Gray.
Amen 😢
This song always brings me to tears. Absolutely in love with this song
We were in the audience in the Telewest Arena in Gateshead in the early 2000’s. Spellbound. Incredible performance. Memories.
Prachtig nummer
Dear Sean Fries...you're suffering and these songs can be very healing too.....I understand, as my husband also suffers from PTSD, as a now retired, Lt Colonel and 11 deployments over the years the Military completely changed him....he too thought that life was far too difficult to go on, but through faith and hope, he's grow to be an even better man because of the experiences and difficulties he faced. I pray for you, I pray for your out come to be positive too...you are important and you can make a difference to many more with your life. Find out what your purpose is. Share what's really on your heart. Ask for what you need...people can and will help you if you ask and be faithful and truthful....
blessings to you♡
Semplicemente meraviglioso brano stupenda interpretazione caro David Gray 👍🎸🎶 Ti ringrazio infinitamente per la condivisione e il fantastico videoclip 💞 Complimenti e un grande applauso!!👏 Buona serata!!🎸🎶🎸 Ciaoooo 🐾🐈🐾
The soundtrack to my youth . Headphones on in bed , shutting out the world , this man and his music was all I needed
Another great song from David Gray, 2021 and you don't hear him anymore, guess he just sailed away!
New album coming out soon
I'm plying this awesome fabulous song to husband of 27 years now sjoe dis vrek mooi❤
Amazing artist, this was our wedding song
Absolutely!!!! Talent!!!!
The most under-rated musician of the decade. David Gray, take a bow son.
One of the most underrated songs of all time
Strange but this song takes me bk to rough &dark times Yet now make me smile 😁!!
This guy could sing the terms and conditions and I'd still have it on repeat.
Drinking here just hurts me all the family I lost but good music man
One of the most , if not the most beautifully written songs about love and war. 😎🥃
Great singer
U r my sanity my beautiful David gray
Damn! I had to stop listening to it because I started crying and now it's playing over & over in my head & I can't stop IT or THE TEARS!!!
Hi Byron. Same here this song is so touching.
You have surely loved deeply my friend.
😢😢😢😢😢😢😢
beautiful
Still sounds great today ...
Lovely song and video ❤xxx
We are still here living out this beautiful ballad..
My boy ❤
Man, this song is heavy. I really like it, but it sure moves me.
Hi Floyd. Such a heart touching song. Gets me all choked up. His voice is so touching beautiful.
True artisan..... well done David ❤
This was my husband and my song at our wedding reception (first dance). I walked up the aisle to Be Mine...we adore David Gray!
Wow it's about death and you had it at your wedding? It's a song that a soldier should have playing at his funeral dedicated to those he left behind.
Where are you from ?
craigk621 it’s about their love enduring his death. Quite romantic actually
Love this beautiful song. It reminded you of Mommy, my precious Daddy. May you both be resting gently in heaven 🙏💔
Thankyou so much. I am actually playing that song as a tribute to my parents today on my story on Facebook. Such a beautiful and tender song. God bless you 🙏❤️🙏🤗
I just discovered this song. It's amazing. I truly love it.
Check out his album White Ladder my favourite album.
Che bella canzone!un bellissimo video! Per una grande voce! 😍😍🤩🤩😘😘🎶🎸🎶💘❤️💔💯💋
Thinking of having this as my ( first dance) at my Wedding. Miss his Music so much...( still)
We were planning on having it as our first dance on 10.10.20 but coronavirus has put a stop to it :-(
Awh, the words, the voice, the soul, TY.
I love this song
Me too. Once I hear it I am caught by it and need to hear it on repeat.
Me too lol...at least a 100 times
me too xx
I love it 200 times
So do I ...I never get tired of listening to it
Such a beautiful song ❤❤
Tell the repo man, and the stars about that you're the one I love...
This guy is talented,love his voice
this boy can sing!
That is truly magic
I can't help but sing along every time I hear this song.. Thank you.. Cheers from British Columbia, Canada! Xo
Wow, love his heart. His songs are the story of human life.