Paul Carrack is the singer and keyboard player. Mike Rutherford, originally from Genesis, is the guitarist. Carrack has one of the great voices in rock, and has sung hits for other groups like Ace and Squeeze, as well as his own band. He's currently juggling between his solo band and being one of Eric Clapton's keyboard player. The first time I heard him play live, I likened his impact to Ray Charles.
You have to see the original video, he does have a young boy choir and later joining the adult choir. The visual adds a little more to the emotions to the words.
Beautiful song, Paul Carrick has a magnificent voice. Mike is Mike Rutherford original guitarist in Genesis. Since you recognized the need of the choir, the original is done with a kids choir and it is fantastic.
You say you feel the “church”, give the original version, with an actual choir, a listen. It'll move you! Spiritually and emotionally. It does me every time I hear it, and I'm pretty much a rock, I'm not easily moved.
Sometimes certain songs become the sound track of your life . This is one for me. The year it came out my father was dying and my son was born . Very meaningful for me
35 years later and my eyes still get all weird as soon as that organ comes in. This is one of those songs whose lyrics should be read and considered every morning until they're part of you.
Might remind you of soundtracks because of all the Phil Collins songs, Mike Rutherford was his band mate in Genesis. Paul Carrack does the vocals here. Enjoyed the live version but the original video is the MUST watch. The video gives the background story and you get not one but two choirs (two generations). Enjoy!
This is a fantastic, timeless song.. It always gets me. He often performs live with Eric Clapton now playing the Hammond organ and keyboards and singing. Very under rated musician.. You should check out some of the live performances with them both together if you find any from more recently 🏴🇬🇧
Thank you Britt. I needed to hear this today. Everything about this song, the lyrics and everything you talked about in this video brought back a lot of memories and feelings. Really hit home 💖💖
Just like to give props to the writer of this song, a Scottish singer called B.A. Robertson, he had several hits in the late 70's and early 80's and has written songs for TV, Film, and many other artists, including some of Cliff Richard's biggest 80's hits ' Carrie', 'Wired for sound', he wrote 'The Living Years' after his father died just 12 weeks before the birth of his son.
Big fan, only recently discovered your channel a few months ago. Can't believe you've already chose this song - one of the most profound lyrics of all time Britt! - from a man across the big pond where this band came from xx
There WAS A CHOIR and a Graveyard and the image of the leader of the Group(not the singer) MIKE Rutherford with a Boy, who was either his Son or acting the part and there were different elements and Groups singing in the Choirs and all that imagery, which really brought home the message, was on THe OFFICIAL VIDEO that everyone reacts to but all missed here. When you get 4 minutes, please,watch the accompanying video to really bring home the message of this song.
Music and lyrics by Michael Rutherford (Mike). Since 1969, Michael was the founding member, bassist, songwriter of the legendary prog rock band Genesis, who performed their last concert a couple years ago, due to the poor health of Phil Collins, drummer and then lead singer (after Peter Gabriel left in 1975).
8:21 Mike (Mike Rutherford) writes the songs and plays the bass. The singer here is Paul Carrack who has a long history as a talented vocalist. You may have heard him sing "How Long Has This Been Going On" when he was with the group Ace, or maybe "Tempted" when he was with the group Squeeze. The BBC dubbed Carrack as "The Man with the Golden Voice". This song reminds me of my father who passed away when I lived about 45 minutes away. Upon hearing the news of his passing, I jumped into my truck and made a beeline to my parents house where I got to spend some time sitting beside his lifeless body before the funeral parlor arrived to retrieve it. I had my final talk with him during that short time. Peace.🕊
That's actually Paul singing. Mike was the leader of the band, played guitar and used to be a member of Genesis. But yeah he can sang this song. It brings me to tears.
Mike started this group after years with Phil Collins. Bringing Paul in was genius. This is why the song is so popular and strong. You are so cute by the way😊
From wiki "The song addresses a son's regret over unresolved conflict with his now-deceased father. The song was inspired by Mike Rutherford and B.A. Robertson realizing their fathers had died around the same time, and they later learned singer Paul Carrack's father had died when he was young, as well. Rutherford said: Being of similar age, we both came from an era where our parents had lived through two world wars, when young men wanted to be like their fathers - wear the same clothes, do the same things. But then there was a huge change and our generation wanted to be anything but their fathers. It wasn't our parents' fault, there was just a big social change. Pop music had come along, The Beatles, denim trousers... for the first time, teens had their own culture. That's how our generation couldn't really talk to our parents in the same way. So we had the idea of writing a song about how you never really talk to your father, and you miss out on these things."
Britt, great timing. My father died 15 years ago. My father-in-law passed last Friday. He was like a father to me for 44 years because he lived blocks away versus states away with my Dad. I was close to them both, but there is always more to say. I encourage everyone to make it a point to write things down in the present, good or not, to let them know they are appreciated while alive and/or air out differences, to mend fences in order to enjoy the bonds that can and should be. Thank you again, Britt. I've enjoyed this song for many, many years.
The original video has the choir in it. There is a boys choir and an adult choir and they sound really good. Watch the video and you will be moved to tears.
The incomparable Paul Carrack on lead vocal. He's had massive hits in three different bands as well as solo. Ace....How Long Squeeze .... Tempted Solo....Shed a Tear, Eyes of Blue.
Kind suggestion: "Humble and Kind" by Tim McGraw another great message song. As always great reaction. Your baby is being exposed to some great music!!
@@brittreacts There WAS A CHOIR and a Graveyard and the image of the leader of the Group(not the singer) MIKE Rutherford with a Boy, who was either his Son or acting the part and there were different elements and Groups singing in the Choirs and all that imagery, which really brought home the message, was on THe OFFICIAL VIDEO that everyone reacts to but all missed here. When you get 4 minutes, please,watch the accompanying video to really bring home the message of this song.
The original studio version and video does have a full choir (actually 2 choirs). Oddly enough the “Mike” in Mike and the Mechanics isn’t the lead singer but actually the guitarist Mike Rutherford…who is also in a other little band called Genesis.
Genesis' music makes one think of cinema. Mike is no exception. Yes, a wonderful voice. Listen to the lyrics, girl. (oh, Mike plays guitar and sings backup....this is Paul Carrick singing lead) Mike + The Mechanics have several more hits. But get back to some Phil Collins. He sings solo but also in Genesis after 1975. You will LOVE their song 'Ripples'.
Well, you want a choir? Check out the official video and there is a boys choir and a mixed adult choir behind him in the original studio version......you were so right!
The song is written by band leader/founder Mike Rutherford but the singer here is Paul Carrack. He often performs this song live as a solo artist. It wasn't hard for him to emotionally relate to the lyrics since he lost his own father due to own work accident when he was only 11 years old. This song is timeless for sure. Funny you mentioning a choir when Paul has performed this song solo he has used a choir! If you wanna check out this song with a gospel choir search for Paul Carrack and London Communtiy Gospel Choir.
There WAS A CHOIR and a Graveyard and the image of the leader of the Group(not the singer) MIKE Rutherford with a Boy, who was either his Son or acting the part and there were different elements and Groups singing in the Choirs and all that imagery, which really brought home the message, was on THe OFFICIAL VIDEO that everyone reacts to but all missed here. When you get 4 minutes, please,watch the accompanying video to really bring home the message of this song.
The official video for this song does have a choir made up of middle aged ladies and guys, which I always thought was so cool bearing in mind the message of the song. Again Britt, a lovely reaction (but please do watch the official video too) 🙋♂ ❤ 🙋♂ ❤
This song is packed full of wisdom! Great reaction but have to admit, the official video is a better sound overall and the imagery just pounds it home, very emotional! Check it out when you get a chance.
Mike Rutherford from Genesis has written amazing music and lyrics for decades. Add those songs to the voice of Paul Carrack and you have gems like this one, moving , memorable and timeless...Good pick!
Thanks so much for this video. This song always makes me cry. Paul Carrack is one of the truly great singers of our era. As stated below, there is a choir in the original video. You called it Britt. Try reacting to "How Long Has This Been Going On" by Ace, with Paul as lead singer. He wrote the song.
Thanks, Britt - so beautiful and meaningful.. if this doesn't bring you to tears, you may not be human... lol..the "official video" is great (you'll get your choirs) - but love your reaction to this.,..
In the official music video there are two choirs, one children's and one adult's mirroring the theme of generational and emotional gaps in the relationship between the father and son that the lyrics are about.
