👍👌👏 To say this MAN does justice to the Charles Aznavour's masterpiece is an understatement. There are very few songs that have such an impact in fighting bigotry and intolerance, and very few who can go on stage and deliver their message. BRAVO to Marc Almond for being "man enough" and more than "enough" to do so! 👍👌👏

@billystar1306

Жыл бұрын

Very well put!!❤

I was at his concert in Moscow in 1993. I will never forget him. He was so beautiful, so sincere.

I'm straight, but love this song a lot. Marc brought it to the new heights.

@remcolodeweges2132

4 жыл бұрын

Charles Aznavour was straight as well...that makes the song so incredibly strong.

Such a massively underated performer. Yes BRAVO Marc Almond !

Just beautiful, Marc Almond is one of the most underrated singers in the world today.

I remember seeing Marc perform at London Pride back in the 90’s and there was a technical problem with his backing track. So instead of stopping, he told the sound guys to sort it out while he sang the next song 'a cappella’. It was the moment I realised what a truly gifted artist he is. The clarity of his voice was so powerful I found myself crying because of its beauty. I consider myself very lucky to have seen him perform a number of times over the years, I hope to see him again in the future.

@user-cm7eo5jv3d

6 ай бұрын

Lucky You. Back in the early ‘80’s in NYC I waited on him at David’s Potbelly Cafe in the West Village. He’s a LEGEND!!!

As a transgender male this song has helped me through so many dark times. i love Marc almond♡

Who can sing songs of Charles Aznavour or Jacques Brel, 2 giants ? Mr Almond, another big one. Great !

OUTSTANDING performance. He's somehow speaking to the souls not only of the people for whom this amazing song is about. I'm a straight woman and this has made me tear up since I was 15. He's truly unbelievable.

One of the most beautiful songs ever. And you are a great singer. ❤you.

I have now rethought my juvenile criticism of Marc Almond. Sometimes it's good to be wrong cause you can go from being judgmental to being more open-minded. Thank you, Marc...

@laurence.MusicAndSights

Жыл бұрын

Touching comment, this song was originally written and sung by French Charles Aznavour, Mark borrowed many Aznavours songs to release a wonderful thought provoking album...been hooked on Almond since " à lover s spurned" greetings from France without the translator

I was lucky enough to be in the audience for this performance. One of my top 10.

@katinos40

9 жыл бұрын

I am so jealous myself... Marc Almond is one of the most rare artists, he is incomparable.

@shanedangers

7 жыл бұрын

indeed, jealous! lol. as a gay man myself (living in Orlando, Florida), i loved this song the very first time i heard it. We need the message in this song and from other artists like Jimmy Somerville now more than ever. i am shocked at the hatred around us all nowadays. i am ashamed of fellow humans, and intolerance. i hate to admit i am intolerant of others as well. i cannot accept a group of religious people (muslims) who does not accept us. shame on me for that. coexistance be damned. the Pulse nightclub massacre happened 10 miles from where i sit right now. I at one time lived 2 blocks from there. i have been there numerous times, my partner and i know the staff who worked there. we knew several of the now deceased victims. life is very short. thanks Marc Almond for being such an amazing performer and human, and for spreading a message of love and acceptance! thanks for sharing this great song.

@metsot

3 жыл бұрын

Lucky you.

@moomikmoo3866

3 жыл бұрын

@@shanedangers this song is originally by the legendary Armenian-French singer Charles Aznavour. It was written by him in the 60’s I believe

I first heard this sung by the late Charles Aznavour in the late 70's, just listened again today because of his passing. Listing to Marc Almond (first time I ever heard the name) But this guy put the same true feeling and Mr. Azanavour but he made it his own. Thank you for your beautiful rendition>

@playgirlc

5 жыл бұрын

i've been a fan of marc's for over 30 years! I hope you discover more of his work, and his wonderful voice x

Marc Almond did a great interpretation of the song by Charles Aznavour.

1) Marc Almond has one of the most amazing voices I have ever heard. 2) Reminds me of telling my parents, "You found me out. Yes, I'm in love with a woman" and being told it was either deprogramming or disownment (I chose the latter, of course). 3) Utter tearjerker. And may future generations not have to go through such woe. Our love may dare speak its name, now, which is an improvement over before, but we have a long way to go.

A flawless rendition of a truly heart-wrenching song. I dare you to listen to this and not have a lump in your throat at its conclusion. STUNNING lyrics!

@anayepremian9935

7 ай бұрын

Well, almost all Charles Aznavour's songs have stunning lyrics.

I was at this concert with my mother and brother, my mother held both our hands and we all cried at the beauty of this

@VanezArt

8 ай бұрын

Lucky you

@donalmoylan1759

4 ай бұрын

Lucky

What makes a man? The courage to stand up and be counted. Marc Almond is a real man!

@carolehaworth8025

10 жыл бұрын

Marc please do another gig at Huddersfield town hall x x x

@Kristov818

5 жыл бұрын

this song is by Charles Aznavour, Marc just did a cover

@martinzamudio1324

3 жыл бұрын

Still He stood up his whole life!

@karenmclaren9261

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kristov818 A good cover though.

@holyome

2 жыл бұрын

no he is a queen

Marc almond is the best singer in the world and he is 66 years old now and he was 48 years old there I think he still has that voice

@cheryljones9339

Ай бұрын

He was 35 here.

Marc almond is more than just a national treasure, he crosses all all the barriers.

Marc Almond could do no wrong in my eyes...been a fan since '83 and will be for lifetimes to come

I was at this concert and when he sang this there wasn't a sound in the hall. Beautiful and heartfelt. Still admire what he does -3

I'm Gay. I have always been. This song gave me a voice. I still wonder....what makes a man a man? He expresses my doubts so well.

@karenmclaren9261

7 жыл бұрын

Marc helps me through my darkest moments, (I am not gay, but I have always felt on the outside looking in). When I listen to Marc I never feel alone, it's okay to be who you are.

@anyacontze2735

7 жыл бұрын

his brain

@irenepatapiou

3 жыл бұрын

This song is amazing for all of us gay or not !!! Respect

Aznavour's lyrics is breathtaking and incredibly deep. and this interpretation of the song is also great

A beautiful song, sung by a beautiful man.

Marc Almond has such a phenomenal voice

Marc Almond is just such a sublime singer over so many decades!! HE is still a fantastic singer and entertainer beyond belief!! Would love to follow him on tour, BUT sickness benefit does not allow !!

I heard this song for the first time last night. The words, and story behind it is brilliant. People should be able to live there lives, as they please without people being hostile towards them.

So sad that Aznavour left us. He was one of the best songwriter ever.

I was at this concert with my family, my mum brother, we held hands and cried...such amazing words and marc does it so well ...my mum loves her gay gay sons (yes both of us) ha ha its in the genes well 501s anyway xx

This is my all-time favourite performance of this song.

@kasetophono

7 жыл бұрын

Preach

@JackyVSO

6 жыл бұрын

It's good, but isn't the one from the Union Chapel in 2000 even better? It is in my opinion.

I love this man's voice

I am totally obsessed with this song when sung by Charles Aznavour , this version by Marc Almond is very good as well.

@franciscouderq1100

4 жыл бұрын

Once again, the French lyrics are really special, stronger, stricking in straight forward short descriptive.

Towards the end of this song I feel myself tear up a bit

this song and his voice make me cry . so deep and beautiful .Thank u Marc Almond

I used to watch this as a teen when thinking about coming out, now I'm 29 this year and it still gets to me.

Oh wait a minute Marc! This song is so beautiful.. But you introduce it with. "...To be different in the face of adversity"... I am not gay but I also have differences... You are absolutely right, society likes to put a label on every thing, . And if there is something a little bit wrong, you are rapidly isolated. If we could stop to put labels on whatever this man or this woman are, there would not be so many solitaire people. Oh, Marc you are so underrated in UK but you brought great compositors there and you make it very well. Thank you.

It's been over a decade since I first heard the song, still get stung by it, no matter how many times you hear it...

a great talent. A nice person and a real man who isn't scared to voice his feelings as this song proves

His greatness transcends everything. Amazing.

Great Voice , great man. Great song.

Everytime I hear Marc Almond I am taken back to 1982, in the middle of an ice cold winter, locked in the basement with only 1 small westward facing window, where late in the afternoon the almost-setting sun would reach the window and be my only company, save my Non-Stop-Erotic-Cabaret Album and that small sliver of daylight. Endless days would pass like this until I realized the basement door wasn't locked. Ahh Marc Almond, how I love thee

@luisromanlegionaire

5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful to see you describe how you first found freedom.

@VanezArt

2 жыл бұрын

That was touching

love how simple the arrangment is ...5 stars

This should have a billion views. Amazing.

My mother was a christian and she loved everyone unconditionally, as her religion taught her. Careful who you point fingers at, you're just as guilty as those you criticize. Its funny that the people who call others Haters seem to have the most hate in their heart. Judge Not works both ways. There are bad specimens in every group, unfortunately they get the most attention, dont let them sour your whole image. Love you.

MARC IS MY WHOLE SOUL

@beavisbonce

7 жыл бұрын

Tatjana Milošević he is an idol

I want to thank artistes like Marc Almond especially and Jimmy sommerville, tom robinson and bronski beat for bring there in their times. Being much older no one sang about their gay life, this song by Marc is absolutely fantastic. Thank you Marc.

@CineMadame

9 жыл бұрын

The original song is by Charles Aznavour, "Comme ils disent"--published in 1972. But kudos to wonderful Marc Almond for the English version.

NOBODY handles a song as masterfully as marc. he is impossible to copy. he is the best.

This song is beautiful! I love this mans voice! Though Torch is still my favorite song he did.

Wonderfull Marc, the best performance ever, Mr Aznavour many thanks, this song is written for Mr Almond and only. No one could sing it better... No matter about sexuality, it's about soul and loneliness, passion, takin' n givin'....

Magnifique version !!!! Merci Charles Aznavour & Merci Marc Almond

Chanson magnifiquement interprétée, avec émotion, tout y est.

The most beautyful man with the best voice ever!

Aznavour sang this 40 years ago, he took the chance of talking about "us", him a straight men impersonating one of us, even today not many artist dare to do that. If we can freely be what we are today it is because of people like Marc Almond and Aznavour who did dared.

WOW BEAUTIFUL performance just so heartfelt

RIP Mr Charles Aznavour

Such a beautiful man ❤

So far ahead of time - legend - love him for his authenticity and talent

Impressive storytelling through lyrics and amazing performance

what makes a huMan a huMan? We're all equal. ☮️

marc's voice is just amazing.... i don't care if he sings the phone book. the fact that he writes and sings fantastic songs is just a bonus :o) if i died listening to his voice i would be a happy corpse...!

One of the great chansons by Charles Aznavour.

sono passati 18 anni da quell'abbraccio a Roma con questo Angelo!!!

just amazing, so many intense questions all rolled up. This has always been a favorite song of mine

Fabulous. I had never heard anyone but Aznavour do this, but this is pitch perfect and much clearer. Bravo!!!

@organboi

9 жыл бұрын

lisabocook Funny you should say pitch perfect, because it's anything BUT.

@lisabocook

9 жыл бұрын

Really???

@LFOVCF

9 жыл бұрын

organboi You AGAIN? Piss off to some autotuned rappers like Kanye West, who MURDERED Bohemian rhapsody at Glastonbury...couldn't sing 'happy birthday' even if his life depended on it! why are you even here? TROLL!

@manifesto2006

8 жыл бұрын

+organboi if you don't like or understand his style of singing, why on earth are you commenting on more than one of his videos....this guy is one the great singers from Britain along with Billy McKenzie , Andy Bell etc. UK have come out with some great artists ...not like the pish out now who can't sing live...!!

Da ascoltare 1000 volte ! grazie Maestro ..

Please everyone share this! This needs at least 1 million views!

a compelling performance of a great song

I want to cry when I hear that song

I was there at the front on that special night of marc almond music

This is a beautiful rendition of the song. I enjoyed it very much. I prefer Liza's slower version though, she sings it with a lot of passion. Thank the gods we have such a beacon of hope and strength standing with the gay community

I´ve seen that show, too. It was amazing.

I was there

One of the most beautiful songs ever written -and although I'm not really a fan of Marc's, no one could perform this anywhere close to him.

this is a masterpiece ,no words to describe how much emotions it brings to me

A Great interpretation, no doubt. Very hard and very sentimental at the same time.

Im am proud to be what I am I spent a lot of years hideing my true self No More im very much out and im proud to be me I really could not give a dam what others think You are 100% right we are born in the person we are Best of Luck Noel god bless you

Guy is a legend.

love him and he is a great singer

Très expressif, comme la version originale

Marc❤️❤️❤️

I loved the original French sang by Aznavour he was a genius song writer! I heard the Liza Minnelli’s version Didn’t like it BUT this one is the Best of All in English!! Bravo Marc👏👏👍👍🥰❤️

His absolute masterpiece - oh so heartrenched am I with that!

One of the most beautiful song ever😍

Great song...great performance.......

incredible performance, i love it

beautiful x

Finally, finally I've found it! I heard this live version years ago on the radio and was deeply impressed!!

I grew up with this man what makes a woman love his wit and intellect.

I'm 21 and have being out as BI for 5 years. I love who I am and you should too!

If I think of the pop scene, past & present, it would be a lot less without Marc Almond.

Gorgeous!!! Beautiful man, and fantastic lyric!!! I agree too.

What do you think when you hear, Just a shadow of the man that you once knew.

Brilliant and beautiful. Thanks for posting.

This is one of my favourite things to listen to.

What a great descriptive song. A story and music perfectly matched.

Very good interpretation, I love you, respect from Croatia

.. this is so heartfelt and beautiful - thank you xx

Bravo !!!!

Magnifique interprétation! Merci gentleman !