Anneke van Giersbergen - "My Mother Said" [Official Music Video]

[@hectorg.m.3350]

I lost my mother a little over a year ago due to lung cancer... you listen songs like this one again and it's a completely different perspective... now you're more aware of the loss, and regret a bit not appreciating what you had at the time. Thank you Anneke! 🙏

[@susanagabrielaaraujo7694]

My mother said "I gained a friend At the end of the heart to heart." My mother asked, "Will you be fine With the choices you make in your life?" And you pick me up, And you hold me close, And you show the way, And you let me go. My father said, "Use your head, The guys upstairs, they just don't care." My father asked, "Will you be safe When you are always so far away?" And you pick me up, And you hold me close, And you show the way, And you let me go. I let the light into my life, Close my eyes before I die. And you let me go, And you sent me off - Into the sky, Always believe in me, always beside me. I've come this far and I'll be going Farther than the stars. And you pick me up, And you hold me close, And you take my hand, And you watch me grow, And you show the way, And you let me go. I let the light into my life, Close my eyes before I die. And you let me go, You let me go. My mother said, "I gained a friend."

[@manuelquiroga1855]

Thank you

[@vt1100ccable]

Both of my parents are gone now......... This song, sang with your angelvoice brings tears to my eyes. Dank je wel Anneke.

[@danielernestoportela]

I miss my mom. Life is such a mistery. So incredibly sad, then pure joy. I still can't figure it out, yet I love being alive and won't regret when my time comes.

[@lambertbecks4292]

Anneke played this one in my livingroom. Acoustic. My 10-year old daugther made all the arrangements and surprised me with a visit of Anneke. Wow. Lucky me!

[@oliverfoullois4519]

Realy? You lucky lucky man !

[@Bernybumz5887]

Very lucky u

[@patrickbertlein4626]

Wait what? How does a ten year old figure out how to contact a musician and get them to play in your living room? Awesome story but something is missing here.

[@danielernestoportela]

Anneke recently said the part of the song where her mother says "I gained a friend" actually happened, after a huge argument they had when she was 15 and thought she knew better (like all of us when teenagers).

[@SlimShinoda19]

Undeniably, we all believe that our own mom is the best person in the world but objectively, I am yet to meet a more humble and grounded person so far. I doubt I will. Happy 60th Mothership

[@krzysztofiasiak1678]

I always cry when I listen to that song. I know it's about mom but I feel like it's about parents that we miss so much and they are in our hearts and minds. I miss my dad....even it's 12 years I miss ..Anneke thank you.

[@oceanmachine2029]

Watched this video a million times and I still can't watch it without tearing up. Wonderful tune.

[@renegadeangel81]

+Jason Hofstede so true

[@yippeethreeeight]

I don't get it either. It's an uplifting song. Why does it make me cry?

[@Fryderyk-c1p]

I'm lucky to have been to a live concert with Anneke and Arjen Lucassen. I even have a photo together :)

[@Perrok]

hoorde het net op de radio en naar 1,5 uur zoeken eindelijk... gevonden ! wat mooi , kippenvel

[@KeesKouwenberg]

Ooit, lang geleden, stond je bij ons op Pleinpop met The Gathering. In mijn ogen nog steeds het beste optreden in de 10 jaar dat het festival bestaan heeft. Je hebt toen enorme indruk op me gemaakt, zowel als zangeres en als mens. Om ONBEGRIJPELIJKE redenen ben ik je niet blijven volgen. De laatste paar dagen heb ik je herontdekt op KZbin, en dat waren Anneke-dagen :-) Holy fuck wat ben jij goed. Heb ook meteen een kaartje gekocht voor je optreden volgend jaar in Het Paard. Lang verhaal kort: Ik ben fan!

[@evgenyvest]

Аннеке прекрасна! Прошло около 20 лет, когда впервые услышал твой голос и влюбился в твоё творчество. Привет из России! Оставайся с нами ещё очень долго.

[@agauerm]

same here

[@mr1shogun]

probably the 50th time I've listened to this.... still gets me every single time.

[@udot6630]

Erst heute gefunden. Was für ein berührender Song. Thank you Anneke!

[@mathiasvbl]

Devin Townsend brought me here. Thank you Devin

[@wegelingetje]

+mathiasvbl haha devin is awesome indeed!

[@FeelingShred]

and imagine how would all this happen without Steve Vai giving the kid a chance, that was a supernova that created a whole universe

[@renisauria]

Same

[@nomoretelekom]

funny, Anneke brought me to Devin :-)

[@Renegadrian]

This song brought me to tears...so sad you don't come to Rome anymore, I have a vivid memory of the gathering concert you did while pregnant...thank you lady! I hope you all the best!!!

[@Metalmelting]

Happy Birthday Mother !!! Felíz 83 Cumpleaños Mamá !!! Todas/os Te Queremos Muchísimo !!! Gracias por tenernos a Luis y a mí !!!Besos y Abrazos Para Siempre !!! Salud y Vida Pa'lante !!! Cheers and Life On !!!

[@Metalmelting]

She's my most important thing in my life now and my Family wherever they are and live !!! Te Quiero Mamá !!!. Cheers and Life On !!!

[@berttrenning7326]

heb dit nmr gister op mn moeders tijdlijn gezet met de woorden ,,,mam je bent mijn moeder en ik hou zo enorm veel van je ,,,werd zeer gewardeerd door haar :)

[@iriskoh9336]

Thank you for your beautiful music.

[@alfbn3299]

Une magnifique chanson que ses parents ont eu la chance de pouvoir écouter avant de partir. Anneke est vraiment une belle personne...

[@morriganravenchild6613]

This is amazing. What a voice, Such a sensitive song. I'm just totally overwhelmed.

[@evdk]

Dank je wel ,Anneke

[@urZcszyYo3TMEDmW]

Beautiful song, beautiful artist, beautiful woman.

[@ralfsmusicchannel7666]

Ik heb je ooit live gezien in de Nieuwe Nor. Ik heb zelf ooit opgetreden in het kraakpand dat vroeger op die locatie was. Onze show was chaotischer, de jouwe lacheriger. Ik hoop dat je de podiumbeleving hebt die jij wilt, ik heb de podiumbeleving gehad die ik wilde. Love you, Anneke

[@whylie74]

Don't try to understand, just listen and be happy.

[@evelasq1]

Wow! What a beautiful voice from a beautiful red headed woman???!!! I really enjoyed it. I wish I could of solo my electric guitar through this song. It will probably sound even cooler I would suppose that the child in the film is really you from back in the day. Anyway, nice job!!! Peace, Flood!

[@ingridg2646]

So glad you exist

[@lelecancook9474]

My mother said “I gained a friend At the end of the heart to heart.” My mother asked, “Will you be fine With the choices you make in your life?” And you pick me up, And you hold me close, And you show the way, And you let me go My father said, “Use your head, The guys upstairs, they just don’t care.” My father asked, “Will you be safe When you are always so far away?” And you pick me up, And you hold me close, And you show the way, And you let me go. I let the light into my life, Close my eyes before I die. And you let me go, And you sent me off Into the sky, Always believe in me, always beside me. I’ve come this far and I'll be going Farther than the stars. And you pick me up, And you hold me close, And you take my hand, And you watch me grow, And you show the way, And you let me go. I let the light into my life, Close my eyes before I die. And you let me go, You let me go. My mother said, “I gained a friend.” Taken from lyricstranslate.com/es/my-mother-said-mi-madre-dijo.html#ixzz3ZE7m3kEU

[@mr1shogun]

I know, I know you tube is nuts but how could anybody actually take the effort to thumbs down this? Trolls are a strange breed. Anyway what a song. Love it!

[@fintangray9664]

Wow, this is really beautiful!

[@ThyFacelessOne]

Best song about deep affection and infinite love towards your mom. :) Also, a hymn to say thanks to your parents. ;) 

[@DiavloDeLaGarza]

I LOVE YOU ANNEKEEEE!!!!!!

[@DharmaMidget]

I've been a fan since about 1996, when my death/doom band covered Strange Machines. This is absolutely beautiful. Never fails to bring tears to my eyes. Thank you.

[@skylilly1]

Love the old family video..how cute! What a lovely song!

[@simonerattazzi2164]

...that sweet song!! Wonderful Anneke, greatings from Italy

[@HogGreen]

God Bless your parents. Long life to them. We love you Anneke!

[@ghosttargets9288]

Thank you Anneke. I am but one of thousands of voices...and I love your music.

[@familievandersloot4374]

Ontroerend en gevoelig.

[@Angatyr34]

I don't understand how Anneke's voice can be SO DAMNED BEAUTIFUL!? It defies all science. Also, song celebrating mums. Awesome.

[@nbt3663]

This song wont let me go! ❤❤❤

[@dominique4859]

♫♪ beautiful song, thanks ♪♫

[@derfinger]

Beatiful Voice.....great Song

[@neutrino3333]

I think it's a very beautiful song from a very beautiful woman who apparently had awesome parents.

[@TheMalikTwins]

Thank you Devin for introducing me to this lovely creature.

[@decomposingmusician]

A great song by one of the best in the business.

[@lelecancook9474]

I'd say, Anneke and her beautifulness. She is beautiful in every way... *sigh*

[@jolineforshaw4841]

So so beautiful Annie, the love our parents have for us is eternal xx

[@thecoolplug6045]

I can't believe I've never heard this before it's amazing. This person should have alot more attention.

[@gulayderya5500]

Melismatic singer incredible. I love you Anneke.

[@j.bouwens2188]

Nogmaals Ik wist niet dat ik zo'n talent hoorde. En dat nadat je mij in de trein vertelde dat je vooral moderne muziek speelde. Nu weet ik wat ze met modern klassiek bedoelen. HEEL VEEL SUCCES met je loopbaan. Ik zal nu geregeld naar je luisteren. Degene met wie ik zo'n leuk gesprek had in de trein van Utrecht naar Maastricht. Wat je toch een bijzondere ontmoetingen kunt hebben als je zo'n nieuwsgierige kletskous bent als ik. j.y bouwens

[@ferox965]

Beautiful. Cheers.

[@MarcelSM01]

Really beautiful!

[@chrisback326]

Anneke is a goddess with the voice of an angel. Looking forward to Vuur - her new project for 2017.

[@jaskau2462]

Vuur? Her "solo" project?

[@disincanto3561]

JaskaU2 no, Vuur is her new metal band

[@jaskau2462]

Antonio Angelotti Well done! And thank you despite I did checked that out. Cheers from freezing FIN!

[@PassionedAnais]

See you in London Anneke!

[@rusjveld]

Daisuke, you can be honored by knowing Anneke and her beautiful voice! Ignorants doesn't know what they miss ;)

[@TheOneWithoutAName00]

This is beautiful. Just beautiful.

[@petertothpaulik78]

Beautiful song. I'm glad you picked this one to make video for. It's just beautiful. You're beautiful artist, mother and woman. If only there were more like you. But hey, as long as we have you at least music is still fine.

[@ironbutcher2421]

Beautiful..... (woman, song, performance - everything) - without any doubts!

[@AnkieRusticus]

Geweldig nummer..tot tranen toe geroerd..van de tekst en de stem!!

[@punitaiyengar6988]

Whatta lovely voice she has!

[@jaskau2462]

You are lovely. Oh. She has indeed.

[@karip.saarinen6821]

Absolutely wonderful music and voice equals Anneke for me.

[@kapottato666]

Wunderschön

[@RonPaulAwakening2012]

wish i could like all the hundreds of videos she has one youtube a million times!

[@alexriveronava]

ik denk echt dak ik verliefd op Anneke ben. Zo mooie stem, en buitengewoon licht en persona. houd zo van The Gathering! reverences from Denmark.

[@dock3511]

Thank you.

[@KaitoDragneel]

This is the sweetest video I have ever seen !

[@Kingleazard]

I'm listening your new album again and again ! Love from France ! Ik ben gek op jou !

[@annekedevries119]

can't believe there is such an amazing artist with the same name :D love your voice so much!!

[@stephenstenson2457]

Stunningly beautiful song. x

[@RonPaulAwakening2012]

such a beautiful human being. blows my mind.

[@ThyFacelessOne]

Happy Mother' s Day! :-)

[@Teona.aka.Maria.Tureschi]

Very beautiful! Thank you.

[@luguzman199]

Best voice ever!!!!😍😍😍😍😍

[@BleedingScissors]

Beautiful confession...Beautiful voice like an angel...Beautiful Anneke...I LOVE YOU ♥

[@sjm20043]

words cannot explain the love I feel for you, thank you Anneke for everything, your voice, your music and your smile have been always in my head and in my life. you are my favorite artist and singer, I wish you are going to do music till the end of time (:

[@carolameijer2143]

Like the video little Anneke whit her parents Peter and Sjan .And her brother Jos.

[@danielafloarei]

I just wanna say I love you and your music...

[@mayaberk3270]

Sterkte met het verlies van je ouders, Anneke❤ Je was fantastisch vanavond in Eindhoven

[@PorphyryOvTyre]

This is beautiful. No other way to say it

[@Bernybumz5887]

😭this song always makes me cry. Damn you annekke! 🤣😂😍😍😍😍

[@s4pjans]

te gek nummer, zoals alles wat anneke doet!! \m/ rock on schat!

[@samianhadiwibowofathertomm6539]

Miss Anneke van giersbergen . .good evening

[@meshugeah]

many people look different as they age, You look always the same. Love Anneke for all you are all you do

[@benjamina9732]

I cannot tell you how much I love her voice. It's just amazing.

[@mattibelli1]

Anneke, love all your music😍

[@poptopia1]

your the best..love you anneke!

[@luciddina]

I can never get enough, just lovely!

[@jardinsombrio]

Anneke and her beautiful voice!!

[@daviddoom86]

great song, so touching!!

[@greenfarmstudio771]

She's amazing.

[@davidner8992]

I cried like a baby...

[@analystzorncasteel3047]

Yeah her voice is *great* ! ... Nice video 🙂

[@agungbur396]

So beautiful 😍😍😍😍😭

[@hairlessyeti1953]

just a hit to the heart

[@giovanniperlati4164]

Anneke, I love your voice. Cheers from Brazil!

[@PacRec]

Great song Anneke, you never disappoint, very nice.

[@Invierno41]

Estoy tan cerrado en mi día a día que no me había dado cuenta de esta hermosa balada. Me ha calado. Simplemente gracias por existir.

[@alexanderangelov230]

Guuurl, dat voice...with that music? Simply amazing!

[@TheFerfull]

thank you for this song!! is beautiful

[@TonyThrash94]

This is totally awesome! Thank you so much, Anneke!