Oh man, this video makes me cry. Jimmy had such courage. This song put a target on his back, & he still got up & sang about being gay. He made a difference in so many of our lives. Much love, Jimmy.

@vovac8915

3 жыл бұрын

It's easier if you just don't give a f***.

@robbiecampbell9831

3 жыл бұрын

im not gay but his voice and music wow

@Syklonus

3 жыл бұрын

@@vovac8915 That's hard to do if you are having your head stamped on for being gay.

@MaximC

2 жыл бұрын

I think we were more civilized in 70s, 80s, than afterwards, when the economic system started getting worse and worse.

@erikwesterberg7220

2 жыл бұрын

Even as straight tears allways wells up i my eyes. This was my generations Exodus Song Jimmy you made a difference.

This is wonderful. Im not even gay and this song has always touched my heart.

@davidsherrick898

9 ай бұрын

Speaking your mind, I really love the keyboards.

@yvonnemendez3075

4 ай бұрын

Hear u I'm not gay but went to gay they can dress and can dance luv this 😅

@robertpaulson2946

Ай бұрын

Same man, it's a very beautiful song

I am 65 and the music of the 80s was some of the best to ever be released. Diversity it didn't matter to most of us straight or gay ❤❤❤

@017paladin

Ай бұрын

50 old woman here, and definitly ok with you,sad to say but the horizon was more opened

if there is one song that signifies what the 80's were about, it is this one. 1984 was the greatest year in the history of music collectively and this song to me was the best of that year. Additionally, coming out to the world at this time took massive balls. Such courage and integrity. Lastly, WTF is up with that crowd? I would have been screaming like a crazy teenage girl.

@blackball8232

Жыл бұрын

One of the most underrated Artists

@chloesmith6714

9 ай бұрын

Same and I agree underrated

Jimmy Summerville... What a voice. Awesome. And the conviction he radiates while singing, I get goosebumps.

@markusalexander

4 жыл бұрын

Somerville

@chrisfisher2839

4 ай бұрын

I thought exactly the same - fabulous unique voice

Jimmy always singing in real time.No playback!!! Amazing song and great voice!!!!

This music will never die . Love Bronski Beat

@MultiKilll

3 жыл бұрын

Bronski forever

@mandycaldwell3749

Жыл бұрын

Never 😊

I will say hell yes….it did take a lot of courage to sing this song back then. Courage that I never had for the longest time…worrying about what other people thought.

How the crowd did not realise such an excellant and effecting performance that it would become a standard watched by over half a million people decades later...

@azrael1982PL

9 ай бұрын

I know this town very well, since I, quite literally, spent my childhood there. Some people called it "Black Hoexter" for some reason back in the day...

This song brings back so many memories. I was born in '73. I came out in '91 and danced to this at a dive bar in Boulder, CO called The Yard. At the time I had a constant sort of anger and melancholy about who and what I was, but was excited to meet people that were also gay for the first time and not feel like a freak. It is a perfect song.....and I am baked. LOL.

I come back to this song so often as a backbone. Seeing how young and brave they were fills me with so much gratitude.

Loving it STILL in 2024 😎😍

I served in that army base from 1991 till 1992!! The guy in the front with his moustache was master sergeant by then! I was laughing seeing this!

@JoniWalker42

5 жыл бұрын

How did you like my hometown?

@wresk

4 жыл бұрын

he actually sing the song there :D

@oldmanc2

4 жыл бұрын

Lol! Bodyguarding for a gay band. Brilliant!

@NorthernAtlantic1980s

4 жыл бұрын

I thought it was the royal military police first off , I served as a ref cap in Germany . Brilliant footage

@cavalorosa2

3 жыл бұрын

Amazing I thought the same bruvva! Who was that segeant? What a coincidence in thoughts 💭 cheers fella!

So much ahead of his time! A creative genius!

That falsetto voice. Such an incredible song written at the most incredible time .

This song sung by Jimmy is so distinctive and pure class.

@sarahsimmons5373

6 жыл бұрын

agree

I saw him live, in Chicago at a dive bar, back in the 90's. Right up front, touched my hand! It was beyond amazing!❤

This tune just makes me want to get up and dance no matter where i am. This is what real music is and it will late forever

@danbryant9161

Жыл бұрын

Hello I am so sorry if this sounds weirds but you wrote such a nice and wonderful comment on here and like your comment. I can tell you're a very positive person. If it's okay with you I'd love to be friends.

This song has stood the test of time. I heard Jimmy sing this live last year and it is still (sadly) relevant to so many. We have come so far, but there is still a long way to go.

This song has never dated and I get goosebumps every single time - hauntingly beautiful

A pure voice, fabulous performance. Xx

Beautiful - absolute classic - what a lovely performance

Way ahead of its time. I can respect the movement, but I think the main focus is on the music, and this is fantastic music.

@pmiller4799

3 жыл бұрын

It was inspired by the times, The 80's were horrible for gay people in UK (especially with Hiv virus spreading) The British press went in hard against gay people

And the news has just broke. Steve Bronski, the co-founder of the band, has died. he was only 61! RIP, man!!

Oh my fricking God.. This song and especially Jimmy Somerville's voice gives my goose bumps /the chills ( in a VERY good way)... This song was/is fucking the bomb... And LIVE outdoors next to a river in Germany proves Bronski Beat could make music that sounded AMAZING ... One of the best 1980's groups...

@Ethericrose

3 жыл бұрын

This was in Germany? That would explain the void faces and lack of dancing.

Absolutely fantastic quality classic of yesteryear to our tomorrow.......ageless

Damn 40 years just went by like that !!!! Great find thanks for posting !!!

Ce clip me fait pleurer. Quelle souffrance contenue. Pas toujours simple d’être sur terre….

How is every one standing still! This is phenomenal!

@sascharosinski1309

2 жыл бұрын

....they're Germans! 😉

how unusual they weren't permed and lipglossed and zippered like other 80s acts - but INCREDIBLE how they managed to make the song sound exactly studio quality!!! Impressive!

This song has always been in my heart.... Being gay is not all glitters and flowers.... There are people, who wish themselves, they were not born this way.... And there is a Society, that just want to crush you and make you disappear.... Having the strength and courage, to stand up strong for who you are, no matter what, is in any case the strongest example of a great human being.... With this song they really impressed me

@janegoodfellow1529

8 ай бұрын

It was a game changer. Telling the brutal truth of the loneliness and fear of being LGBTQ+. We'd never heard anything like it.

@robh4671

Күн бұрын

It's not born it's acquired by choice according to experts.

What a talent. Huge respect for Jimmy Somervile.

Bronxi beat smolltown boy, un icona degli anni 80. Uno dei brani più belli di quella decade The best Summerville (un brano sulle difficolta del mondo gay degli anni 80)

how great is this! REMEMBER THIS WHEN IT WAS RELEASED ......AMAZING This song sung by Jimmy is so distinctive and pure class.

Temazo ...con el sello de los 80...aún hoy lo canta con esa calidad y falsetes exquisitos..alegre,compasivo con un dejo melancólico..transmite emociones varias..

Two of those three are sadly gone now...

Man I'd do anything to be there and dance to this masterpiece and they're all just standing there like fucking statues

@hyperfex

3 жыл бұрын

Well, there are concerts and there are dance clubs - so where's the problem? It's for sure a good dance track but it also has a message to listen to.

@nicolemosterd6690

2 жыл бұрын

I 'd there dancing with you. Looks so........ Dont know... Without a soul

Masterpiece! Und der Auftritt gut beschützt von den Jungs aus der (damals) nahen Kaserne

I just discovered this song on Google music. such a catchy rhythm. love the emotion it displays...Very powerful

RIP Steve Bronski. :(

Fantastic live and voice !

this is fantastic...many thanks for putting it up.

AW..the early 80ies..love bronski beat and this song is cult !

I have respect for people like this singer he is so great artist and so humble man! All the best for the singer with his fantastic voice and personality xxx

i sell my soul to be there in that day

@michael190576

8 жыл бұрын

melanrz1 Take your pills and shut up...

@o0xst

8 жыл бұрын

+Michael User internet meanie!

@o0xst

8 жыл бұрын

+Michael User internet meanie!

@boralustral4663

7 жыл бұрын

Ahah, you made me laugh dude ! ^^

@cebruthius

7 жыл бұрын

I wonder why mr. Usher is so interested in Bronski Beat...

how great is this! REMEMBER THIS WHEN IT WAS RELEASED ......AMAZING

this is fantastic...many thanks for putting it up. The guy on the keyboard to the right, Larry Cole is my step-uncle, small world. think wot you want, be who you are , be loving ,love this track !

Wow....I got to see them 1 time and would of loved to have seen them again! one of a kind voice on Jimmy!

Excellent ... Such memories - never seen this, thanks for sharing! All the best Jimmy :-)

Jimmy sings live sans ProTools. Not a lot of performers can do this now a days. Great video and sound quality for its age, thanks for posting!

@rabbitcaroline666

Ай бұрын

Because it`s Germany.

Fantastic live and voice ! this is fantastic...many thanks for putting it up. That voice...

this guy DID have a great career, and continues to do so.

i love that steve bronski was wearing a george t shirt !! Amazing vocals! this is fantastic...many thanks for putting it up.

That voice...

What an awesome clip - and place to perform!! Thanks for sharing this.

WOW, the next best thing to being there. Really fun! In 1984 I was still in the US Army in Germany and worried about being outed. I've forgotten how courageous Bronski Beat was in singing about the gay experience. They were ahead of their time.

@pokushai_bratok

4 жыл бұрын

american occupant in Germany? Great )) Please save God the Germany from you all

@cjmillsnun

2 жыл бұрын

@@pokushai_bratok Up until 1994 US, French and British forces were in Germany. Up until 1989, in West Germany and Berlin. Look up recent history for why. The red caps in front of the stage look like British Royal Military Police. Russian forces were in East Germany.

The audience appear to be completely stunned by what they are experiencing. Blessings. Shanti

oh how I loved Bronski Beat and The Communards and Jimmy, from his KZread fan page he's really a sweet sweet guy, great video, thanks!

Amazing timeless work

In 1984 i was 10yrs old and didnt even know what a gay bloke was let alone know Jimmy was one, I just thought this was a great song and took it at face value.

@Geekolaus

7 жыл бұрын

I was just about one and a half years old at this time. Just fuck it, I still don't care if he's gay or not, nor do I care if anyone else is. It doesn't matter to me. But this song is hands down one of my all time favourites from the decade I was born in!

@doci6139

4 жыл бұрын

@@Geekolaus Here the fact that he's gay counts, because he's talking on a topic which regards (also) him

@Geekolaus

4 жыл бұрын

@@doci6139 yes, of course, to understand the message and the impact of this song it is important to know that he's gay and that this had a huge impact on his point of view.

@camban

3 жыл бұрын

Your comment is spot on. Yes the subject matter is important, yes his sexuality is relative and relevant to the lyrics. But we are also becoming far too focused on carving everything up for analysis and boxing everybody into categories. Some things - like a great beat, catchy melody and standout vocal - transcends everything else and can (and should) be enjoyed for what it is and not always what it means or represents. Ironically, if people stopped over analysing and incessantly differentiating themselves and each other, most of the issues that songs like this are about would simply disappear.

@markoberlinghof1255

3 жыл бұрын

I was born 1974 too... i thougt the same!!! thx jimmy and bronskie beat !!never die!!! Greets from South Germany

I'd give up my last day on earth if I could go back for just couple hours at any Saturday night in the 80's. :((

Wow , found a gem today , thanks for posting. Moments like this make me proud xx. Stay safe stay well xx

Freakin Amazing! First 50 seconds I can hear over and over again.

Muy bueno!!!! Un Temazoooo

What a clip! Fantastic-Larry and Steve too-fab music

Great performance as usual!

Incredible and the Boy George shirt just makes it!! What a powerful statement!! xxx

Thanks for posting this video, this is the way I remember the song!

This is truly a great piece of music

Brilliant gem of a video fully enjoyed and made my day thank you

I was born in ´85!!! and love that song, :)

GTA V Non Stop Pop FM ❤

moved to Seattle from Iowa post-college 1989.. came out yr later---listened to this about 2 years daily ..

The Communards, Bronski Beat (Jimmy Sommerville), the British Invasion of the 80's lives on! You have this kind of voice nowadays as a performer, bet ya, record companies will offer u millions. Good era of music!

Temazo!!...Gracias Jimmy.

incredible voice. Great song

This song encouraged me to be myself in Assemblies of God. Of course I’m “down low” but most of us are.

that's a very good live performance

@jordesign

3 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure the vocals are the only live element... I have heard the album version of this song thousands of times.. Not a big deal, still a nice performance, but not 100% live..

Muy buena version y muy buena voz, este tema me gusta mucho y el registro de voz es alucinante. Gracias por compartirlo.

Thank u.What a gr8 song and what a voice Jimmy got.

Cry, boy, cry... Essa música define como foi minha vida morando com meus pais...

@danbryant9161

Жыл бұрын

Hello I am so sorry if this sounds weirds but you wrote such a nice and wonderful comment on here and like your comment. I can tell you're a very positive person. If it's okay with you I'd love to be friends.

truly amazing video.. thank you for sharing it ... WOW

magnificent! thanks for sharing.

as soon as i have time i listen to you for a long time. thank you for the music. love it

j'ai découvert cette vidéo par hasard et j'adore la pureté de la voix et le rythme dommage qu'on ne le voit plus

Super video, all the years loving this song and never saw this! Fair play, made my day!!!

adoro essa banda momentos que nao voltam mais

What a great bit of film. This one always gets me a bit emotional.wonderful song.

beautiful music 😍

Unmatched sound - the Eighties NEVER DIE AND LIVE FOREVER!

Awesome!! Thank you for upload..

Awesome. 80's guy myself. Love it.

This may be one of the greatest live playing videos I have ever seen. In regards to the pain this guy felt well in school I was bullied for other reasons and never recovered. To this day I have extremely high anxiety and do not feel at all comfortable with people. I can't work due to this or even when I took a job like at a Subway that my ex-fiancee ran I could do prep work but could not come out and serve customers. The fear of being hurt is still there ....

@amb7440

2 ай бұрын

Very sorry. You can get free counseling - you may have to go through some therapists to find one that clicks. I hope you do and I hope you live your beautiful life. Look outward not inward. Appreciate the things you see that are beautiful and meaningful, and look for things that make you smile. Choose that life.

awesome!! never seen this before thankyou for posting it x

...wow.....thanks for sharing....amazing...

First time to see this video 😃always loved this song 👍

The 80's songs is the better that is for future generations!

geil! danke für den upload!! made my day

this sounds fuckin great! man its been 25 years since I even thought about this song. crazy...........

Too epic, let the music live forever!