Nobody sings a love song like this guy. If you can listen to this and it not stir anything in you you have clearly never loved someone . Lost my Wife of 18 yrs to breast cancer in 2011. She was only 38 yrs old. I know that one day she will Find me. Thank you Mr Gates for a great song.
Rest assured knowing but the love you feel for her is something that she knew all along and even in the struggles for breast cancer she knew you were with her I'm so glad that you cherished her many people today don't appreciate friends let alone their wives and their husbands God bless you for loving your wife cell and one day soon I believe he will see her in heaven and you will share the joys with her I never miss her again.
My Nan passed away in January and when my Mum was going through her things she noticed my Nan had left this song with a note to say to play it at her funeral. It ,was clear that it was, for her, all about seeing my Grandad and her husband, who passed away 7 years ago. I have to say, I had never heard the song before that but now it has a special place in my heart and the words mean so much. Beautifully sung too.
David Gates is one of the best singer songwriters in history so once he begins to sing you watch the young audience change. Firstly: they seem unsure of this aged gentleman, guitar across his lap, moustachioed and cowboy hat with sparkling shirt. What to think of this alien presence? "Eeew! And, he's, like, so OLD!" He begins to fingerpick his melody, then sing. 50+ years of experience entertaining on full display. A voice of a man made from something special, something rare. The faces of the audience go from unsure to stunned. "He's actually MAKING HIS OWN MUSIC!! WTF!?" David glides into the stratosphere of vocals and the words NOW begin to do their work. Lyrics of love and loss and finding each other once more in a distant afterlife.....the girls young and old ALL swoon, their hearts fully open to his sentiment. They are captured within each note, each breath and every word rains down around like stardust. Not one noise besides David and his guitar is heard for the entire performance. The rapturous applause he receives at the end of his song wasn't brought on by some technician hitting the "APPLAUSE" button in the control booth. My guess is they were also transfixed upon this once in a lifetime opportunity to witness Vocal perfection. The ovation David receives is spontaneous as it is real and the audience would've cheered had David been asked to sing another of his marvelous creations. This is rare air folks. David has said of his time with Bread that "I wish I'd written the songs in lower keys". He can still sing every note but now with a different attack, a mournful glide and this magician, this maestro owns our hearts, minds and souls once again. One of the best live TV performances ever seen and recorded for prosperity. I'm lucky to say I've seen it uploaded to RU-vid. If only I had been in that Top of the Pops audience all those years ago to see one of my musical heroes in the flesh. Bravo David and congratulations to the producers for thinking outside of the 'modern music ONLY' box to invite such a LEGEND of the music scene to perform. I wish everyone could watch this video. They'd be changed by the end. I know I am.
i am in tears watching this.. how in the world does david show such emotion in his songs? he really kills me.. one of the best masterful songwriters of our lifetime . he is one of a kind .thank god for you and your talent david. you have been such an inspiration for my music and i cant thank you enough...
On my wife and mine 25th wedding anniversary I decided, unbeknownst to her, that I would sing this at our party. I'm an extremely experienced singer and performer, however, I totally collapsed on my self and couldn't get through it as the words are just what I feel for my wife. I have to say it isn't the only time I've burst out in tears while singing. I wrote a song about 7 years ago that I demoed for the family and cried while I was singing it. Yep, I'm a softy.
I feel the same way Wayne I want to sing this for our chorus but I can't get through it either I cry enough at my own songs and David has been such an inspiration to me for writing my own music more people should hear this song because it was not a hit when it was released 20 years ago shame it's one of his best songs he's ever written
The man and his music are such an inspiration. The one and only true element that magnificent music requires is passion. From his lyrics to his arrangements, that's something he's always in seemingly endless supply. Mr Gates, should you or someone personally close to you ever "find this" comment, know that so many are so grateful that you've shared so much of yourself to us for so many years. Your clarity has been a teacher and a beacon of light.
That gorgeous voice still comes out with that perfect phrasing, styling and his extraordinary diction. I could still listen to his voice all day long! What a performer!
I don't think I have ever heard any songs that could compare with the ones David has written. They are wonderful and so full of meaning and emotion which touches everyone's hearts. He's written so many amazing songs. His wife is so lucky to be married to such a caring man.
I too loved it from the moment I heard it. On my wifes and mine 25th wedding anniversary I decided, unbeknownst to her, that I would sing this at our party. I'm an extremely experienced singer and performer, however, I totally collapsed on my self and couldn't get through it as the words are just what I feel for my wife. I have to say it isn't the only time I've burst out in tears while singing. I wrote a song about 7 years ago that I demoed for the family and cried while I was singing it. Yep, I'm a softy.
Even @ 68 years of age here, David Gates still has that golden voice he had during his 1970s heyday. Glad to hear David's still with us & is still making great music! Bravo, David Ashworth Gates!
David Gates+ One of the best singers/ songwriters of all times. I had so many great memories listening to his and Bread's music. What a talent. I would give everything I own to meet David. Just wish he could help today's music!
I lost my❤️husband of 38 yrs five years ago to cancer. He was always the healthy one surfing, fishing, spear fishing, eating healthy. I had always thought I would go before him. Now 5 yrs later my heart💔still breaks especially when I hear beautiful songs like this one Mr. Gates. Mahalo for the beauty and hope you bring to this uncertain world 🌎. You are truly a blessing for us all. Pomaika’i to you and your precious wife who are an example for us all. Warmest🏝Aloha, Suszi🌺
Always loved this man's music! One of my favorite singers and writers of all time! So glad I came across this little gem! Wow! The tears are still streaming down my face!
The day before Dad died he told me to go to the 2nd floor of the hospital and bring Mom down to ICU. He wanted to talk to her. I went up and got Mom and pushed her wheelchair into Dads room close to his bed and then, he proceeded to tell her ....Goodbye. He told her how much he loved her and that she had been the model Christian lady and perfect wife for 62 years. He took her hand in both of his hands and told her...."It looks like I am going to leave here soon....before you. But I will wait just inside the Gate for you so....when you get there....find me." By that time I was a total wreck, as was my sister Tami and the entire nursing staff. I have thought of that last conversation they had many times and it gets no easier even tempered by 10 years of time. And then I find this. DD
Beautiful words and music only by a man who can only write such songs: David Gates. Listened to his music for many years. Thanks for posting this incredible song.
It's been 20 years since he recorded this new song and has released nothing since then I know he's much older man now but age should not stop him from his talent and his beautiful music he brings to the world I'm still hoping someday he will release something for us to enjoy again he's a masterful storyteller romantic and an incredible songwriter
David has the face of an angel, and the voice of an angel. Not many men are so gorgeous, and have a voice that's just as beautiful. And he's just as beautiful on the inside !!!
this guy still rocks big time ,, his voice has a special place in my heart he just touches my soul with all his songs loved him since 1970 with bread with if and diary,, and never let her go keep it up david and thanks for sharing,, he brings me back in time to a time in my life that was so special and glad i still have my memories with him being in them,,,
David is such a gentle soul and that peacefulness comes through with each song. I don't know where he lives now. Wikipedia could tell you. Have a great day!
I agree! I have been listening to his music for 50 years now and was lucky enough to see him in concert solo and also when he was with Bread! (8 concert's if my memory is correct!) Those were some good times... Thank you Mr. Gates! Early HAPPY 80th BIRTHDAY (12-11-2020) 🎊🎉🎆🎊🎇 🙌
Phenomenal!!! It's so rare to have a live, professionally produced, video of this man - the greatest writer of love songs ever. David Gates is a perfectionist, as this video proves. What a song!!! Thank you so much for posting this video.
I met a girl who made me wish I was a better version of myself when we crossed paths. I fell helplessly in love with her. But she was so far from my reach as we were worlds apart in life. I couldn't possibly have her in this lifetime. Now she's with a guy who I could never be like as he is a thousand folds better than me but I'm happy for her though it gave me a long many sleepless nights. Who knows, maybe in the next life we'd meet again and maybe the universe wouldn't be so unfair. - To you CJLS, I wish you all the best you can find in life.
wow, it got me to stop working when I heard this song, his song will live forever. this guy is one of the few people that I really admire, he got lyrics that can touch your heart and make you think, how wonderful life is and how love can be everything.
I played this to the man of my dreams, the walls and mountains that we were facing grew too high too hard to climb . I loved him enough to say goodbye , knowing if its right , he'll find a way back .for anyone who has loved and lost ,wouldn't you rather have had the ride, I know I would .......... even if he'still out there, thank you David Gates
I have always been a David Gates/Bread fan but have NEVER heard this song till now in 2021. It is the most beautiful song I have ever heard from David Gates and there are plenty of great ones. I simply can't stop listening to it. Thanks David
I wish artists like David Gates, Bob Dylan, Debbie Gibson Paul McCartney and Ray Davies would consider becoming song writing teachers in order to start steering our current young generation of musicians away from the quick buck crap they're coming out with these days. They just can't seem to grasp the concept that good well written quality songs will generate revenue on their own merit for decades to come. All we get now are songs with the life span of a disposable razor. To think if the likes of Beethoven, Bach and Mozart were still alive today, they'd still be able to live comfortably on the royalties from their early works still being listened to today. I'll bet no one can remember how the last Pit Bull or Jayzee song went, but at least songs by the likes of Bread, the Eagles and the Beatles will still be around for our listening pleasure.
As mentioned above, talent can not be taught. Another point, Beethoven, Bach and Mozart would have to be mighty old to still be getting royalties as they only last until 70 years after the writers death.
Leepshin : David Gates, Paul Simon, Dan Fogelberg, Bruce Hornsby..... as for “ Singer/Songwriters”, it doesn’t get much better than these guys! Tho there are others of course, the above mentioned are the “creme of the Crop! Oh yeah, you can add Jim Croce and Don Mc Lean to this list!
I’m listening to this for the first time (2023) and am so in awe of this wonderful man. I swear he’s written a song for every part of my life. How did you do it David Gates. Much respect 🤩
On my wife's and mine 25th wedding anniversary I decided, unbeknownst to her, that I would sing this at our party. I'm an extremely experienced singer and performer, however, I totally collapsed on my self and couldn't get through it as the words are just what I feel for my wife. I have to say it isn't the only time I've burst out in tears while singing. I wrote a song about 7 years ago that I demoed for the family and cried while I was singing it. Yep, I'm a softy.
.....flawless performance...and it was "live" on stage..!!! timeless singer...this is how most of us guys would like to age...gracefully...my idol..bravo david gates!!!
my beautiful and warm mum passed away yesterday and thsi is mum and dads song together...no more pain and i know youll be watching over us from above ....WE LOVE AND MISS YOU MUM AND Nan NAN xox ....forever
@platforms Find Me came out in 2002. I just came to hear this beautiful song as I was perusing the You Tube site a year and a half ago. Beautiful song.
Many thanks for posting this. Takes me back to when I see Bread and later David at the BIC in Bournemouth a few years ago, two of the best live concerts that I have ever seen. His words and music are timeless classics. Hope to see you again David.
He's one of the best song writers of all time.... not to mention a pretty good singer AND musician. I consider him a musical genius. Bread was my favorite group in the early 70's and when Gates went solo he was just as good, if not better! I regret that I never saw Bread live, although I did see Botts as drummer for a Dan Fogelberg concert (which was also great!).
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