RIP Karl, and thanks for all the music, both with the Waterboys and World Party.

@stevenpayne9063

Ай бұрын

Yup: This, very much this… And THANK YOU, Karl

@billschwalb9486

Ай бұрын

Sad about Karl Wallinger. I saw him at the Great American Hall in SF, probably last performance in SF. Beautiful, beautiful music maker. Glad that he had some more time after his health crisis years ago. Kinda like Steve Goodman. We have them as long as we do, then we have their recorded music and videos.

@user-hd7sj3lv9y

Ай бұрын

Very sad he’s in heaven but he left his music for us to remember him.

@angelacook7310

24 күн бұрын

Rest easy 💗

@danielg2946

21 күн бұрын

Amazing I never knew Karl was involved here, both songs, timeless.

Who's still listening in 2024!

@Tombro1856

3 ай бұрын

Me.

@Manu.0791

Ай бұрын

Me …always

@benhill4092

Ай бұрын

Me! I remember when this came out.

@garywatson5690

Ай бұрын

👍

@tinalemire1535

Ай бұрын

Me

This song is timeless 1984 or 2024 it doesn't matter. Just enjoy!

@tasadiqali923

2 ай бұрын

A timeless classic from the Waterboys

@eldiablo8710

2 ай бұрын

Big it up time less

@fujiwara_armbar420

2 ай бұрын

probably my favourite song

@jaimemedina3351

15 күн бұрын

absolutely

This is artistry , one of the most underrated masterpieces ever written. Who’s still listening in 2023

@tomlyon3273

9 ай бұрын

Me

@mikehailsanta3387

9 ай бұрын

Me too

@fredgervin9930

9 ай бұрын

Me three

@MHerbert351

9 ай бұрын

I am!

@TreforestGump01

9 ай бұрын

Me. It's a classic!!

This song is amazing because it reminds me of a beautiful wife I had for 30 years and then lose her to cancer. She convinced me we could build a house on the west coast of Scotland and held my hand as I was scared of it and then held my hand again in starting our business as I was petrified convincing me we could do it. The words are so true and the greatest love of my life will always be in my heart.

@susannerohlin7742

Жыл бұрын

BEAUTIFUL

@johnmcpherson1161

Жыл бұрын

She is still holding your hand… and your heart. I’m sure of it. ❤

@rodneycooperLMSCoach

Жыл бұрын

@@johnmcpherson1161 Thankyou so much. Yes she is always I know it.

@lizmcenroy4367

Жыл бұрын

💚

@tez4274

Жыл бұрын

Well put Rod lad.

RIP Karl Wallinger, thanks for the music.

@James__logan

14 күн бұрын

Wow, I am too late to comment here, it's been a busy time for me lately. Nice song! The Waterboys are legends. I have been a faithful fan of The Waterboys since I heard their voice and I noticed you are a regular visitor to their page too, which is good. How long have you been a fan of The waterboys?

Karl left this world on March 10, 2024. RIP Karl and thanks so much for the music and memories...

@ChrisWright7701

12 күн бұрын

Sad😢😢

@swami19581

8 күн бұрын

Genius ❤️❤️

One of the best songs ever written and performed! So much emotion, so much depth. Still marvellous after all these years!

@stephenburgess9421

5 ай бұрын

You're all sorted, in the head! Music where would be without the stuff!

@batphink2655

4 ай бұрын

@@stephenburgess9421 We'd be in a right mess wouldn't we Steve? lol!

@vforwombat9915

3 ай бұрын

and it's not even the best song on the album. this is the sea nudges it out.

@coliekeane3398

Ай бұрын

110 % true no more to say

@James__logan

14 күн бұрын

Wow, I am too late to comment here, it's been a busy time for me lately. Nice song! The Waterboys are legends. I have been a faithful fan of The Waterboys since I heard their voice and I noticed you are a regular visitor to their KZread Channel too, which is good. How long have you been a fan of The waterboys?

My dad's favourite song, was playing this as he passed less 6 hours ago, fuck cancer

@Cgeo02

3 ай бұрын

😢❤

@Susan-pr5oc

3 ай бұрын

I’m so sorry for your loss.. 🙏🙏

@ginagambardella6370

2 ай бұрын

What a beautiful song to jettison to the next place. So sorry and yes f cancer

@heatherclark34

2 ай бұрын

Hugs

@carolecarole8860

Ай бұрын

❤❤❤

Songs like this song never fade nor grow old They just continue to brighten our lives

@swennaidoo1885

Жыл бұрын

This is an iconic song...will always be my absolute favourite💕💕💕

@concars1234

Жыл бұрын

Exactly! the fountain of youth

@severinoviray8339

Жыл бұрын

Mnk

@mariettenaude5689

Жыл бұрын

True

@fourwingsweepa1705

Жыл бұрын

Better than the shit they have trotted out in the last 20 years

Just Lost my twin brother of 49 years to the big C .and this song was one of our favorites on the radio when driving around with our dad ... love you my brother Dean rest in peace.❤ 7-2-1974.+22-12-2023. Happy 50th Deany Boyz missing you heaps mate since you can't be here I'm having a beer for us both listening to the Waterboys love you to the moon and back.

@warrenmudge6112

4 ай бұрын

RIP Dean ❤

@pigeon1664

4 ай бұрын

Keep your head up my friend

@magzmcandrew2579

3 ай бұрын

Fly high Dean💓💓💓

@dingsdean81

3 ай бұрын

Sorry for your loss, God bless

@shonabeggs4640

3 ай бұрын

Rock on Dean, light up the sky.❤

RIP, Karl. Thanks for the melodies, the tunes, and the endless sing-alongs.

Dedicated this song to my half after she passed away, miss her everyday. She had a vision for so many things and made me the best version of myself and I will always be grateful to her for that.

@marli288

2 жыл бұрын

Thats a lovely way to say it,

@martindouglas9839

2 жыл бұрын

My heart goes out to you friend I have not met yet I hope life gives you a break

@thesatisfiedcustomer4869

2 жыл бұрын

God bless you brother 🙏🏼

@SuperNicko92

2 жыл бұрын

❣🌛🌜

@carljones7380

2 жыл бұрын

Walking with you.

This is exactly the 80's. The haircuts, synthezisers, saxofon, dancing, mixing, bass sound... you name it. And the songwriting!!! This is a brilliant song.

@Dgbt64

3 жыл бұрын

wonderful! great remembers of sao paulo city ! Misssing

@alibaba1707

3 жыл бұрын

exactly!

@typpiet5140

3 жыл бұрын

But unlike most 80's music this is still excellent in 2021

@nufternufter6079

3 жыл бұрын

@ typ piet bullshit there is loads of 80s music that is still excellent to this day

@proflaudeo

3 жыл бұрын

The essence of the new wave

This is for my lovely brother who passed on New Years Eve after a two year hard fought battle with cancer, he was so brave. One of his favourite songs.

@lizmcaullay6934

2 ай бұрын

I’m so sorry Catherine .. I lost my beautiful sister 10 years ago on the 3rd March. Songs become so important and poignant when remembering them ❤

@deboraungarette1027

Ай бұрын

😢😢😢❤

@James__logan

14 күн бұрын

Wow! So sorry for the lost, I am too late to comment here, it's been a busy time for me lately. Nice song! The Waterboys are legends. I have been a faithful fan of The Waterboys since I heard their voice and I noticed you are a regular visitor to their KZread Channel too, which is good. How long have you been a fan of The waterboys?

We have lost a truly fantastic & underrated musician- Rest in Peace Karl

@janewoodrow8637

Ай бұрын

Absolutely WJ, we really have.

@YvonneDempsey-fk6mc

Ай бұрын

Me ya pr#ckEMC2

When I listen to this song, it reminds me of my brother who has comitted suicide almost a year ago.. He always lived in extremes, he went too high , too far.. too soon. Love this song, love the 80's, love my brother!

@lemilemi5385

3 жыл бұрын

@@RichardWilson1984 why were the 80's so good and prompt such cruel episodes

@wurzygon

3 жыл бұрын

Feel your pain buddy, stay strong.

@tommyc12159

3 жыл бұрын

So sorry for your loss, this song makes me think of people I loved who have passed as well ❤️

@6Mr6mr6mr

3 жыл бұрын

may he rest in power!!

@andrewdunn5568

3 жыл бұрын

Hope you are ok

One of the finest songs ever written. It does, however, leave me in floods of tears every time I hear it.

@UkTruckerStu

Жыл бұрын

Just watched "The killers" perform this live from Glasgow concert an now I'm here. worth a watch. timestamped the link so it takes you to the start of it. Awesome vibes i was singing my head off ❤❤ >>youtube link kzread.info/dash/bejne/d2l6tcGSqZa9d7A.html

@happyharry62

Жыл бұрын

its about prince.but i cant get any reverence about it

@professormause

Жыл бұрын

then it has worked

@roaldknudsen4687

Жыл бұрын

Norge her 🤗Fin sang.Cruice the way

@MELLYBOY58

Жыл бұрын

@@happyharry62 nope ! ✌️✌️🇬🇧🇬🇧

Listening to this in 2024 with my son who's 4 dancing in the kitchen singing all the words fantastic song and my boy agrees 😊😁

@mrg1551

3 ай бұрын

Snap ,we saw the whole of the moon !

RIP Karl ❤ You have left us too soon but your musical legacy will live on.

@ChrisWright7701

12 күн бұрын

Big fan 😢

This song is just pure bliss. I can never get tired of hearing this

@kevinwilliams4843

3 жыл бұрын

I heard them live before u2 in the 80,s Chicago,s aragon

@kiranimam1

3 жыл бұрын

@@kevinwilliams4843 lucky you

@liviudorucristea6910

3 жыл бұрын

Mi2

@tashaw6

3 жыл бұрын

It just takes me back to the good old days! So good!

@trevorbishop3567

3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant

This could be about my missus. She had a terrible adolescence of sexual abuse, heroin addiction, exploitation, you name it. She was beautiful- I mean etherially, dizzyingly beautiful- charismatic, but above all, she had a prescience, an awareness, an intelligence that was properly unnerving. She had truly reached too high, too far and too soon, and tragically she was damaged beyond repair. I miss you every minute of every day, Emma. Xxxx

@julieblyton4348

2 жыл бұрын

Peace n Strength to You...💙

@clairecarlia-jones5979

2 жыл бұрын

Sending a big hug😘😘😘

@10seanf

2 жыл бұрын

I'm crying for you.

@oliviamartini9700

2 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful tribute. Death of a loved one brought me here and saw this by coincidence...it has brought comfort. Thank you.

@davidkerr1186

2 жыл бұрын

Bless you. Dx

My 80yr old dad loves this song he has good taste in music when the lord takes him this will be played

@user-yz8dz2ki6k

8 ай бұрын

Dont think that now, you have to enjoy youre time with him 😊

@James__logan

14 күн бұрын

Wow, I am too late to comment here, it's been a busy time for me lately. Nice song! The Waterboys are legends. I have been a faithful fan of The Waterboys since I heard their voice and I noticed you are a regular visitor to their KZread Channel too, which is good. How long have you been a fan of The waterboys?

RIP Karl, The Waterboys made such a big impact on my life in the early 80's, thank you

One of the most beautiful songs ever written!

@jackiehibbard3696

4 жыл бұрын

Totally agree

@deadpaul6415

4 жыл бұрын

Il second that

@delosreyeskiaragracenativi9892

4 жыл бұрын

Hmm I might agree as well

@neilsoper8495

4 жыл бұрын

Yup, love the Waterboys! My other favourite song by them is A Bang On The Head

@tiffanyoneill8718

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed 100 %

Why does a tear come to my eye when listening to this beautiful song

@jimamerica7419

3 жыл бұрын

I think of it of when my dearly beloved ones have passed away. They had intuitive prospective on life which I could not see at the time.

@AmandaMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Aye, me too. Anthem of our childhood.

@mkrbrtsn1

3 жыл бұрын

Because it's epic Chris!

@susannapanetta6990

3 жыл бұрын

i know right?

@tiffanyoneill8718

3 жыл бұрын

This song always makes me cry

Just read about Karl's passing and immediately came here. One of my favs as a teen. Had the tv on music videos and everytime this came on I immediately stopped everything and popped in front on the tv. Sitting there with dish suds on my hands. As long as the dishes got done mom didn't care that much though. Not too many of today's artists hit me like that now. Thanks Karl. You shall be missed my friend .

❤back in 1985 i was 15 when i first heard this. Im 54 now. Still ❤it and the waterboys

@steveneugebauer2497

3 ай бұрын

Same here

@orangewobbly2980

2 ай бұрын

. . . . especially that drummer, he's really cute ! ! !

@danutzacs4637

Ай бұрын

Same here! 🥰

Hard to believe this is coming up to 40 years old! Brings back so many teenage memories. 😊 Without doubt one of the greatest songs ever written!

@patrickbritten5473

Жыл бұрын

Wexford lad here This song leaves me lost for words

@jeffwelshJedidivemaster

Жыл бұрын

Also sounds like come on eileen also they have a blonde back up singer two.

@Jez-Hero24

Жыл бұрын

40 years,????? King hell ,what was that, that was your life can we go back no, it went to fast I'm only 62.But lived in the best of times musically, as ABBA would say thank you for the music.😅

@infiniteinspiration1628

10 ай бұрын

I had a beautiful friend share this with me last tonight ❤

@nellyt2807

8 ай бұрын

​@@Jez-Hero24same here muk June 62 me but the latter part of the seventies and 80s oh jesus what a feckin blast I had the time of my fkng life. I think it was 1980 had my first foreign holiday with my older brother to benidorm hotel radi next to talk of the town bar that was underground 2 weeks getting hammered had to have a week off work when we got back to recover fk me man those were the days and the music well what can you say eppic just eppic. We used to drink in same bar as Martin degville and boy George before they became famous.

This is the Waterboys at their absolute best. The entire album this song is on is a complete gem.

@MELLYBOY58

Жыл бұрын

This is the sea ✌️✌️🇬🇧🇬🇧

@YewrMan

Жыл бұрын

True story. Far from the best song on an amazing album for me. Be my enemy my favourite.

@karenrendell7369

11 ай бұрын

This is the sea is one of my all time favourites!

@vinlondon8904

11 ай бұрын

His voice is amazing.

@infiniteinspiration1628

10 ай бұрын

Awwwww how beautiful ❤

Unicorns and cannonballs Palaces and piers Trumpets, towers, and tenements Wide oceans full of tears Flags, rags, ferry boats Scimitars and scarves Every precious dream and vision Underneath the stars Enough said!

@Wheresthelove7

3 ай бұрын

Yeah, that pretty much says it all. Great lyrics.

@martintroy371

3 ай бұрын

The best! @@Wheresthelove7

@ricklocke1187

2 ай бұрын

Extraordinary words

@IAmHelenMarieC

Ай бұрын

Too far, too soon. All of it. It's just epic!!

@jamespierce9055

Ай бұрын

Beautiful words and how some one wrote these words is a genius 🌜

Many thanks Karl. Your place in heaven will have a seat ready for you to view not just the whole of the moon but the universe . My sincerest condolences to Your family, past band mates and all of those thinking of your music today .

This song is dedicated to those who are seemingly supernaturally talented. Are gifted with awareness and inspiration that is seemingly divine. The kind of people who change the world.

@kristeb74

Жыл бұрын

This is truly lovely

@Techadopter

11 ай бұрын

Too high too soon….it’s a tragedy, a story of drugs. You saw brigadoon while staying in your room. It’s funny how ppl from sterile lives assume it differently.

@zacharyleuschner9603

5 ай бұрын

Mike Scott wrote it as an ode to Prince, no?

@mecurian485

5 ай бұрын

@@zacharyleuschner9603 The Whole of the Moon is about someone like CS Lewis, who seemed to see so much and explore issues much more deeply than most people, or it could be about a Jimi Hendrix-type person who comes "like a comet, blazing your trail" and is gone too soon, but it's not specifically about anyone. -Mike Scott, 2020

Found this song soon after I got my CT scan reports, I was so afraid and even cried after a long long time in front of my mother, I was having the worst possible thoughts and was expecting the worst. I almost collapsed when I read the last line said that everything was clear, I’m never going to take anything for granted again. I see this as a second chance to live and I’m aware that not everyone gets it so I’m going to try my best to make everyone happy. Remember that life is far more important than what you are trying to make of it. Take care!

@paulgabolinscy2502

2 жыл бұрын

Take care

@jogiedhesi2021

2 жыл бұрын

All the best

@marcusviniciusfjv

2 жыл бұрын

Toda a nossa confiança está em Jesus Cristo!🙏🏻 📖🙏🏻( Provérbios 3:5, 6 ) "Confie no Senhor de todo o seu coração e não se apoie em seu próprio entendimento; reconheça o Senhor em todos os seus caminhos, e Ele endireitará as suas veredas". 📖 ( Romanos 5:5 ) E a esperança não nos decepciona, porque Deus derramou seu amor em nossos corações, por meio do Espírito Santo que Ele nos concedeu. 📖 ( Hebreus 11:1) Ora, a fé é a certeza daquilo que esperamos e a prova das coisas que não vemos.

@MsGreenmermaid

2 жыл бұрын

💖

@MsSmondello

2 жыл бұрын

❤️

For Rocky my husband of almost 30 years. We lost him to lung cancer age 51 in 2011. He loved this song.💙💙💙

@James__logan

14 күн бұрын

Wow! So sorry for the lost, I am too late to comment here, it's been a busy time for me lately. Nice song! The Waterboys are legends. I have been a faithful fan of The Waterboys since I heard their voice and I noticed you are a regular visitor to their KZread Channel too, which is good. How long have you been a fan of The waterboys?

This was played at my Dads funeral. Broke our heart but gave us a memory that took us right back to childhood. Amazing!

@paulfarrelly9249

6 ай бұрын

its gone bittersweet with me too. stay strong angela. all the best.

@dieterjoseph8569

5 ай бұрын

Same same. 😢 your comment has brought tears to my eye. may we continue to cherish the fond memories complimented with such beautiful music like this.

@James__logan

14 күн бұрын

Wow, so sorry for the lost. I am too late to comment here, it's been a busy time for me lately. Nice song! The Waterboys are legends. I have been a faithful fan of The Waterboys since I heard their voice and I noticed you are a regular visitor to their KZread Channel too, which is good. How long have you been a fan of The waterboys?

Amazing song ❤ who's still listening in 2021

@TheDarkDutchman

3 жыл бұрын

Sure.... I have the old LP from the old days *and* the CD version. Was just listening the CD and decided to check the video. 😁

@richardbrunton6561

3 жыл бұрын

Me awesome music 🎶😀

@mflores4700

3 жыл бұрын

I am in my late thirties and often wondered what happened to music. They dont make music like they used to.

@richardbrunton6561

3 жыл бұрын

I couldn't agree more,some of the older classics are the best @ M Flores

@andyoldfield995

3 жыл бұрын

My late Fathers favourite song xx bless him

Take a bow, guys, you made the greatest song of all time.

@coliekeane3398

3 жыл бұрын

Your telling no lie

@jasonfox4857

3 жыл бұрын

You know good music!

@cestparti7577

3 жыл бұрын

Well worth listening to the live version Fiona Apple does of the song. Proper homage to the spirit of it !

@ralphhennig4091

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it is!!!!!

@gg0u1239

2 жыл бұрын

I actually think that Talk Talk wrote the best , but this definitely second

Who's still listening in 2024? :)

@jackwhyte1145

3 ай бұрын

Incredible song when I hear it for the first time as a teenager , never gets old , timeless track !

@mojo2679

3 ай бұрын

Moi

@LazyBlueBee

3 ай бұрын

You saw the whole of the moon! 😊🙌

@noel1541

3 ай бұрын

Yup

@TheKARMMARK

3 ай бұрын

Always

I listened to it back in the mid-'80s, it was such an incredibly awesome song, music that never gets old and brings wonderful memories, June 2023 and brings me back to the wonderful 80s

Christmas eve 2022 almost 2023. This is still awesome! So many memories. Best years of my life. I miss my friends. This is art these are artists. Thank you for this one.🙂

@carolinewhitaker967

Жыл бұрын

Miss you too Lee, my childhood friend 🙂

@dallaslindley3531

Жыл бұрын

@@carolinewhitaker967 And St. Elmo's Fire

@inndiah

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely 💯 best years of music and my life

@coliekeane3398

Жыл бұрын

Just acknowledge greatness cry and move on

So glad I grew up through the 80's with songs like this.

@CaesarInVa

3 жыл бұрын

Ditto. All I can say is, thank God for a little-known, low-power radio station just outside of Annapolis, MD, called "WHFS". They played music like this all day long. I discovered them late one Sunday night on a cold winter's evening and was amazed. "HFS" was so low-powered when I discovered them that you could only pick them up late on Sunday night's for some reason. I would make it a point to stop whatever I was doing around 11PM on Sunday's and dial them in, listening intently, almost desperately, for the faint signal that, for me, represented salvation, hope and rescue. It was as if a window, long closed, shuttered and curtained, had been opened just a crack, to give me and only me a precious glimpse into a wonderously kaleidoscopic world of vibrant colors, feelings, emotions and, above all else, LOVE!!!! In time, HFS boosted up its power to where it could be heard like any other station in the DC area, and the secret was out. But still they played great music for many years until they eventually went commercial and the pop lineup took over. Until then, HFS was the secret handshake amongst kindred spirits. If you heard the station's call letters or one of the DJ's names mentioned in a conversation, you knew you were speaking with someone who was COOL!!!

@karlosthejackel69

2 жыл бұрын

What, like rap song after identical rap song isn’t good enough

@clairecurtis6639

2 жыл бұрын

Me too, we were so very lucky.xxx

People will still be listening to this in 2124! Absolutely timeless

@christopheguillaume4032

22 күн бұрын

Nah, will all be dead by then :-) Robots will kepp on watching this tough.

There's something so enchanting about this song. It has always healed me in the tough times. May it do the same for you.

This song is just brilliantly done. The words make this song One of the 1980s best ever. Love it.

@judydeangelis3240

4 жыл бұрын

Agree.

@jacovawernett3077

4 жыл бұрын

Amen...

@waltie1000

4 жыл бұрын

May be the best of song of the 1980's !!!

@shelleygalliah1506

4 жыл бұрын

@@waltie1000 I want to use this to teach metaphor, parallelism, contrast, example, and punctuation. It's pretty perfect.

@diannejones9283

4 жыл бұрын

I so agree it's anthemic for the soul.. I think it's about a fight that u can and will win..I'm gonna listen to it again lol

Still one the most perfectly orchestrated songs of all times. From lyrics, to melody, to instruments used, this song never fails to Inspire so many thoughts and feelings. It's always a treat to revisit this song over and over again to reenergize ones soul. Thank you Waterboys.

@mgh926

9 ай бұрын

yes

@larainecreegan3758

6 ай бұрын

The best ever written and sung!!!

@cesarjaviergonzalez7614

5 ай бұрын

Thank you Waterboys for this song and your whole career.

Bar staff loved this song as everyone would get up to dance allowing them to clear the tables. It was known as 'the glass collecting song'.

This song is about to see the whole of everything. To be teal. To be happy, humble,crazy, loved,loyal. But most of all: being YOU

"Yes you climbed on the ladder with the wind in your sails, you came like a comet blazing your trail" love that line

@derekmiller8093

3 жыл бұрын

Pure poetry I loved that line too.

@SebGeddy

2 жыл бұрын

Followed by the bang sound courtesy of the great Karl Wallinger 👏👏

@juliettrent3601

2 жыл бұрын

Love that line too.

@harrasin

2 жыл бұрын

I knew I wasn’t the only one that liked that lyric sequence. This band is most awesome! My friend ,Johnny McCullum, introduced this band to me on one of my many trips to Scotland in the early 90’s. BTW, me and Johnny are still in touch!

I heard this song for the first time today and I am crying tears over how beautiful it is.

@johnmccabe9932

Жыл бұрын

The oldies as the best Tracy I'm still rocking to this music after 73 years😅👌

@Payneduplex

Жыл бұрын

Weclcome. Now try Old England.

@coliekeane3398

Жыл бұрын

Look up this is the sea or any thing else they've done

@jasonogier3087

Жыл бұрын

I did too ♥

@Mardigal

Жыл бұрын

Oh, the joy of discovering something so beautiful for the first time...

and this is why the 80's were so incredible...

One of the greatest songs ever written and performed. Love it for 40 years.

One of the most beautiful, haunting songs of all time.

@KOKINGWAYNE

2 жыл бұрын

haunting!? Hmm 🤔

@SuperFootballDrills

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I'd say so..

2022 and for me this is one of the greatest songs I've heard in my life. ❤️

@paulinewright9497

Жыл бұрын

It really gets to the soul, different reason for different people. I didn't see the whole of the moon withy first love.

@CrC80

Жыл бұрын

Love the album the 🌊 classic 👌🏻

@martintimmer8574

Жыл бұрын

As it is for me,from the time I heard it back then. It is like a soundtrack for ones life..

First time listening to this song. KZread randomly recommended it. Ï am absolutely amazed. Can't stop hitting the replay button.

@HopelessCatTrainer

10 ай бұрын

Backing vocals were by an uncredited Enya, they recording in the same studios at the same time

@matthewberning

10 ай бұрын

Im jealous of anyone that gets to hear The Waterboys for the first time.

@erikavazquez5794

8 ай бұрын

Bienvenido a los 80's ❤

@VividhKothari-rd5ll

8 ай бұрын

​@@HopelessCatTrainer Nice! How popular was Enya back then? She must be just starting out in the industry, I guess, and was delighted to have a quick gig because The Waterboys happened to be in the same studio. 😊

I'm a 19 year old artist, studying animation and scriptwriting in college. When my dad was driving me to one of my classes once, he put this song playing and said "this one's for you!". I knew the song already, because he always played it to me as a kid, but I never understood the lyrics until that moment in the car. My eyes swelled with tears. This song, along with many others from this amazing group, have touched me and my childhood so much. This song specifically means the world to me

@mrg1551

3 ай бұрын

I showed my son this song I don't know why ,but I felt like it's meant for us!

It is joy, hope, redemption and self-reflection all in one... What a song.

@judydeangelis3240

4 жыл бұрын

I agree. The lyrics are incredibly.

Nearly 40 years after its creation, pure genius. Great every single time.

@blablawhocares4515

2 жыл бұрын

Seriously. Never gets old.

@carolinewhitaker967

Жыл бұрын

Yes kev Simone 🙂

@MarieBenton-nm4pv

3 күн бұрын

❤

Absolute ageless classic. Belting out this song with friends is heaven on earth ❤

@sula1529

3 ай бұрын

Yay.... is this band popular in the usa?

this video reminds me of times where your band is in a practice session and every thing clicks and the music and the vibe and everything is perfect. At the end of it you sit back and realize that you will never be able to duplicate it.

@fujiwara_armbar420

Ай бұрын

then you get on stage and it all falls apart... been there

This song came out shortly before I met my 2nd husband Gareth. Remember listening & wondering what my future held as I wasn't long divorced. Gareth& I had 34 yrs together before I lost him to cancer in 2020 at 58 yrs old. Feel lost without you Gar. Miss you every day love❤️❤️

@Susan-pr5oc

3 ай бұрын

I’m so sorry for your loss.. 🙏

I absolutely love these lyrics, it's brilliantly written. What a masterpiece.

I pictured a rainbow You held it in your hands I had flashes But you saw the plan I wandered out in the world for years While you just stayed in your room I saw the crescent You saw the whole of the moon The whole of the moon You were there at the turnstiles With the wind at your heels You stretched for the stars And you know how it feels To reach too high Too far Too soon You saw the whole of the moon I was grounded While you filled the skies I was dumbfounded by truths You cut through lies I saw the rain-dirty valley You saw Brigadoon I saw the crescent You saw the whole of the moon I spoke about wings You just flew I wondered, I guessed and I tried You just knew I sighed But you swooned I saw the crescent You saw the whole of the moon The whole of the moon With a torch in your pocket And the wind at your heels You climbed on the ladder And you know how it feels To get too high Too far Too soon You saw the whole of the moon The whole of the moon Unicorns and cannonballs Palaces and piers Trumpets, towers, and tenements Wide oceans full of tears Flags, rags, ferry boats Scimitars and scarves Every precious dream and vision Underneath the stars Yes, you climbed on the ladder With the wind in your sails You came like a comet Blazing your trail Too high Too far Too soon You saw the whole of the moon

This is a timeless classic. Been listening for years and it always sounds as moving as when I first heard it.

35 years or so later, I still get the chills!

@crampo21

4 жыл бұрын

yeh man!!

@James__logan

14 күн бұрын

Wow, I am too late to comment here, it's been a busy time for me lately. Nice song! The Waterboys are legends. I have been a faithful fan of The Waterboys since I heard their voice and I noticed you are a regular visitor to their KZread Channel too, which is good. How long have you been a fan of The waterboys?

Had me in tears...such an anthem

@usxnews1834

3 жыл бұрын

thank you

Hard to conceive how anybody can make the lyrics of a song like this ... simply exceptional !

@infiniteinspiration1628

10 ай бұрын

Breathtaking ❤❤❤❤❤

Such a brilliant piece of poetry. The tears are rolling in 2024.

My favorite line: "I saw the rain-dirty valley, you saw Brigadoon."

@them_that_loudly

3 жыл бұрын

@Martin O'Toole brigadoon is the name of a nusical about a couple going on holiday to Scotland and finding themselves in a secret, nonexistent town of Brigadoon

@scottishlisa3463

3 жыл бұрын

@Martin O'Toole - The Brig O'Doon does exist. The Brig O' Doon is the Bridge over the River Doon in Ayr where Mike lived for a number of years. Mike confirmed this to a number of people (me included) . When living in Ayr (my hometown), he used to drink in Wellington's Bar where he was a regular and often used to tell us stories and this was confirmed by him. The Brig O' Doon is the bridge where, in the old story telling, Tam O'Shanter raced over the bridge on horseback whilst trying to flee the witches.

@scottishlisa3463

3 жыл бұрын

@@them_that_loudly - No it's not !

@darkbasex3

3 жыл бұрын

This has to be the best in depth discussion i witnessed, about something that may or may not exist . But if it does then its a bridge in scotland

@sharonz4601

3 жыл бұрын

That's very interesting. In Portuguese translation, they translated into "céu de brigadeiro", which is a real Portuguese expression that means "clear blue skies" (brigadeiro = an official air force rank - Brigadier). So the translation fits perfectly.

Another Awesome 80's alternative song that just makes you feel good, remembering how things were just good and people were happy in the 80's and the music was our strength, gets me through todays world 😊

RIP Karl W. Thanks for the 🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶.

Was reminded of The Waterboys from an intro on a radio Talk show today, brought back so many great memories for my teenage years. Great songs like this are timeless!!❤

@bingley0351

2 ай бұрын

Mark Bidwell, Sir Hugh's son?

Was a brilliant song when it came out and still is to this day. Far surpasses anything anyone is doing in this day and age.

This is no one hit wonder of a band. They have been around for many years. Suggest you give this album “Fisherman's Blues” from 1988 a listen. I’ve been a fan for over 30 years, saw them in concert at the Orpheum in Boston in 1989. From the first song the audience were on their feet and dancing, an amazingly wonderful experience.

@geraldinespeight5206

4 жыл бұрын

yes it's a great album , I have been a fan since the 80's .Great band .

@davemccabe3130

4 жыл бұрын

Fisherman blues is a great song, makes you imagine the life of a man working hard to carve out a living in this unjust world.

@mathewcrum9296

4 жыл бұрын

Yes.. I'm 57.. just discovered them and almost all Iisten to for several months. Wish they would tour the USA. I would pay anything to see them..

@davemccabe3130

4 жыл бұрын

Mathew www.stereoboard.com/the-waterboys-tickets

@andibathgate7662

4 жыл бұрын

You know the best bands dont have many hits just look at rem just have songs with volume heart ache sadness and emotional. Not songs to make cash from mugs

One of the greatest songs ever! Thank you for the music, Mike Scott!

Thanks for the music. RIP Karl.

Perhaps the most unique song of the 80s, still brilliant after all these decades. I wish I could hear it again for the very first time...fell in love with it instantly, some songs grow on you but this was instant affection

@neorich59

2 жыл бұрын

Great song, I remember stopping in my tracks, when I first heard it. How often does that happen nowadays? However, I would say, in terms of "uniqueness," Kate Bush's "Running up That Hill," gives it a run, IMO! 😉

I'm thankful for The Killers for showing me this song and band when they covered this song! Absolutely amazing!

@pratosaurusrex1128

Жыл бұрын

The Killers and Frightened Rabbit did great covers of this song. If you haven’t checked the FR version out please do. It’s a quieter more melancholy take.

The lyrics of "The Whole of the Moon" are a poetic ode to vision, ambition, and the stark contrasts between the two perspectives. While the speaker is confined to limited visions and hesitant attempts, the other person-addressed throughout the song-sees the grander picture, embraces life's opportunities, and reaches for the metaphoric stars. The repeated imagery of seeing only the crescent versus the whole moon encapsulates this contrast. The other's ability to see "the whole of the moon" represents a transcendent understanding, unbounded aspiration, and clarity that cuts through lies. Vivid images like unicorns, cannonballs, palaces, and vast oceans add to the dreamlike quality, painting a landscape where dreams are pursued unabatedly. There's a sense of admiration, perhaps even envy, in the speaker's voice, acknowledging a kind of brilliance and audacity that they lack. The song, both wistful and inspiring at once, is an anthem to those who dare to dream big, see beyond the ordinary, and are unafraid to reach "too high, too far, too soon."

@lanemcginty64

6 ай бұрын

Calm doon Julian ye specky wee bassad 😂

@marsovszkytunde8950

6 ай бұрын

You are damn right & it is wonderfully written👏 ...

@JimQ67

5 ай бұрын

Brilliantly put

@gavinwatt2208

5 ай бұрын

Where's the DMT

@aylapage2358

3 ай бұрын

Practicing for an English Literature exam are ye? ;)

It is a privilege to hear this song. Such tremendous talent & skill.

Just listened this from the U2 concert, one of the reason why 80's was the best decade I've been.

@suyatnobudijanto9774

4 жыл бұрын

Sama dong hahaha..... a song before Larry Mullen step walk in the stage.

@siouxsiex5742

4 жыл бұрын

Been in my head sice i saw U2

@evelynng8702

4 жыл бұрын

oh my yes, I was wondering which song this was at the U2 concert. Was at the Singapore leg, you guys?

@siouxsiex5742

4 жыл бұрын

I saw the JT tour in Chicago in 2017 and then I saw it in New Zealand last month. Amazing. I would buy tickets to watch them read the phone book, I love them :)

@SonyDjuana

4 жыл бұрын

@@evelynng8702 yup!

Just listened as I read the story of Thomas Leeds who had lost his memory but hearing this track brought it back to him after 10 years

@martinfeussner7445

2 жыл бұрын

Here for the same reason

@rayworden4671

2 жыл бұрын

@@martinfeussner7445 ditto

@memphisrains1008

2 жыл бұрын

They say music is in your soul..1 ov the best songs in history i think.

@PedroMachadoPT

2 жыл бұрын

Same.

@paulinafaryna5740

2 жыл бұрын

The same 🙏

One of those amazing tracks that just makes you feel super nostalgic

@James__logan

14 күн бұрын

Wow, I am too late to comment here, it's been a busy time for me lately. Nice song! The Waterboys are legends. I have been a faithful fan of The Waterboys since I heard their voice and I noticed you are a regular visitor to their KZread Channel too, which is good. How long have you been a fan of The waterboys?

This song reminds me of my beautiful son. He's 22 and amazing and he thanked me once for his taste in music. Im so proud of the soldier he has become.

n 1980s: The future will be amazing In 2020s: Take me back to the 80's

@GEricG

3 жыл бұрын

And rinse and repeat.

@abigailgodfrey4778

3 жыл бұрын

Shite isn't it

@garycollinson8991

3 жыл бұрын

So true !

@jacksingh4033

3 жыл бұрын

Me too

@dr.jasonleecarter7002

3 жыл бұрын

Every day I wake up and say, "Why can't everything be like it was in the 80s, especially the music?" Damn. What a horrible time we live in, but so glad for the music that reminds me of a better time.

Wasn't it great when people made actual music? God I miss those days!!

Rest in peace Karl, we remember you 🖤

This track will never die, because I will make sure, my daughter knows, to keep playing it. Because I do and love it every time!!

Quite simply one of the greatest songs ever written

It's just the perfect song. Picture painting lyrics in every line, hooks galore and the best production I've ever heard.

@paulthered1692

10 ай бұрын

You 100% 👌👍

@naverdxara

10 ай бұрын

@@paulthered1692 Fantástica canção. Brilliant Song

One of the greatest songs ever!!!!!

Songs of today cannot compare to such a classic,,,the tune,, rhythm,,it's spine chilling miss these days

Just discovered this song for the first time. I love uncovering awesome songs like this. Like finding a buried treasure ❤!

@robbkinnin1988

2 жыл бұрын

Such a great wedding song!

@angelareele858

2 жыл бұрын

I really feel we have peaked culturally ......I think young people will appreciate what has happened creatively ,in the past......we have reached the end of the line...

@irishguy200007

2 жыл бұрын

You're the Song Detective?

@James__logan

14 күн бұрын

Wow, I am too late to comment here, it's been a busy time for me lately. Nice song! The Waterboys are legends. I have been a faithful fan of The Waterboys since I heard their voice and I noticed you are a regular visitor to their KZread Channel too, which is good. How long have you been a fan of The waterboys?

I was only born in '88 . So grateful that my parents played this when I was a child! Feels like the anthem to my life! Love it so much! Such an underrated song!

@James__logan

14 күн бұрын

Wow, I am too late to comment here, it's been a busy time for me lately. Nice song! The Waterboys are legends. I have been a faithful fan of The Waterboys since I heard their voice and I noticed you are a regular visitor to their KZread Channel too, which is good. How long have you been a fan of The waterboys?

🕊️Karl Wallinger🕊️ 🎼❤ Fly Free ❤🎹 From the lyrics to Mike Scott’s vocals and the gaiety of your keyboard playing “The Whole Of The Moon” Although a little ditty of deep and introspective insight 🎵 it made my heart dance and my eyes water. Thank you ❤ Music a blessing ❤to us all❤

@James__logan

14 күн бұрын

Wow, I am too late to comment here, it's been a busy time for me lately. Nice song! The Waterboys are legends. I have been a faithful fan of The Waterboys since I heard their voice and I noticed you are a regular visitor to their KZread Channel too, which is good. How long have you been a fan of The waterboys?

One of my alltime favourite songs I will loooooove forever!! 80's rule 🏆👍❤❤❤

@James__logan

14 күн бұрын

Wow, I am too late to comment here, it's been a busy time for me lately. Nice song! The Waterboys are legends. I have been a faithful fan of The Waterboys since I heard their voice and I noticed you are a regular visitor to their KZread Channel too, which is good. How long have you been a fan of The waterboys?

Just found this song for the first time today after finishing the TV series "the affair". I am absolutely in love. What a masterpiece

@JudyinAL

2 жыл бұрын

Same here!

@fancy3160

2 жыл бұрын

@@JudyinAL gives me chills ever since. Plus Fiona's version at the very end

@msqundhari

2 жыл бұрын

Me too!!!!! Just finished The Affair!!!

@harrasin

2 жыл бұрын

You found it though! This band just hits my spirit!

@patriciahill2320

Жыл бұрын

When I listen to it, I hear it in my head all day long. It reminds me of my sister.

This punches you right in the feels 😍😍😍

@ellzedd4113

3 жыл бұрын

Why has it always brought chills and leaky eyes for me to this day?

Who's still listening in 2023

@SuperPassionflower

3 ай бұрын

I am!

@dianefloris9439

3 ай бұрын

Who's listening in 2024

@benjaminwood5620

3 ай бұрын

I am

@marymallon2405

3 ай бұрын

I am 2024😂😅😊

@f.nichadhla1053

3 ай бұрын

2024

Lyrics are true. Others see things differently from us. A real work of art. Top marks.