Arcade Fire & David Bowie - Wake Up | HQ | Fashion Rocks 2005

[@ruthmccann8995]

If David Bowie gave this band a seal of approval, then you know they are amazing

[@crincon99]

They really are!

[@Intercontinentalist]

100% 👍

[@pstrokeslibsarctic]

Damn that’s sad your taste in music has to be approved by some one else, love Bowie too, but it’s sad still

[@nate742]

@@pstrokeslibsarctic Get out.

[@DerekADempsey]

@@pstrokeslibsarctic I agree and I also think they are pretentious and lacking in any real songs.

[@redvillian_361]

The guy with the drum and tambourine, he didn’t have to play that hard. But he did, and he did it for us ✊🏻

[@Elaine-oo4qp]

He's absolutely amazing.

[@nikzane]

That guy is a legend. I remember watching them one time and he climbed the scaffolding to play his drum from high above the stage. I'm sure it freaked out the organisers given health & safety policies, but boy was it a legendary moment! 🥁

[@MelissaPicchietti]

Hell yeah he did, holy shit

[@christipping7094]

He left nothing in the dressing room, it's all out there on the stage. Awesomeness de-luxe.

[@monikaszymanowska5142]

I think this must be Richard Reed Parry. When he suddenly switched from drum to accordion, I freaked out as if something happened🤣

[@steveaxberg6434]

We should all consider ourselves blessed to live during the time that David Bowie existed.

[@kaajax]

+Steve Axberg agreed. but wait and see in 20 to 30 years from now. all these artist that really mean something to all ages will be lost in time. make way for the new bowie and lemmy. wait.... what i say?

[@MrSeemorebuds]

David who? Says my doughter. What a shame. She is 16.

[@elmexican3836]

MrSeemorebuds, well I was born in 2004, so I'm currently 13 and I freaking love David Bowie.

[@nickdoubleu5637]

That is truly a great comment Steve.

[@RoisinElektra]

El Mexican you're touching me!!! Great! I will also love him for ever..fell also in love in my childhood..tempus fugit..good taste stays..best wishes and greetings to you

[@oecist729]

who's ever idea it was to team up arcade fire and bowie is a fuckin genius

[@maryclairecollins2430]

Bowie's idea. He has a slight arcade fire obsession which makes me love him so much more.

[@oecist729]

u also are a genius mary :) happy days

[@captaintreepig993]

oecist Never fails to make me cry! It's like he was destined to perform with them. This song is incredibly powerful anyway but with David it's elevated to a whole new level

[@oecist729]

both of them put so much passion into this performance, it's unreal

[@nancyjackson9014]

They sure were!

[@danielagutierrez893]

"Someone told me not to cry" Well, this is the moment to cry a lot. Always, DB.

[@billtaylor4224]

+Daniela Gutiérrez Not far behind you. Been a huge fan for over 45 years.

[@joanwilcox1278]

+Daniela Gutiérrez - He was pure class.

[@suzietschirsch1257]

+Joan Wilcox Indeed!

[@ziggystardust4611]

TOTALLY CRYING

[@joshgee7]

cry out, cry out all the tears

[@krisnaaaaaa]

He did not die, he went back to his real planet.

[@76symbel]

+Krisna Castor

[@vegangangsta8706]

But he also died .

[@angel1nl2002]

+Krisna Castor - Iman wrote - he raised

[@Wahwahrah]

+Vegan Atheist death is not the end..he has gone for another adventure

[@anabeladavid6711]

[@PeterZeeke]

they only gave him one drum, but he's gonna make it count

[@rhiannonchaffer2588]

PeterZeeke there's something so Napoleon Dynamite about him 😂

[@ianw8479]

Rhi C ur 100% right

[@wh8twh8t30]

PeterZeeke Richard needs to save some of the pusi for us

[@doctorjae75]

He beat that thang like it stole something! Pretty good stuff.

[@lokevoice]

PeterZeeke They gave him an accordion as well, at least. He killed it with both

[@DemiKrueger]

the guy playing the percussion and singing is so passionate

[@yes-pi8tf]

1:51 lol

[@junkaiyang9657]

LOL Richard is always passionate

[@moniulkam9283]

They all look passionate☺

[@MooSaidChicken]

Cringe lol

[@fernandofonseca7920]

es hermoso! corre x el escenario a buscar su acordeón! eso también es david bowie

[@noahs3056]

I can't watch anything with David Bowie without crying. It's becoming a problem.

[@geraldineboussin7318]

I just can't listen the last album. And even, sometimes, the rest of his music without being devastated...

[@dbowieno1]

Noahs Ark yeah I know what you mean but I'm getting back by listening to an odd song now and again.not a whole album,no way.wow this is like therapy,😀

[@twarski]

Just press play...he's alive.

[@geraldineboussin7318]

DRJ Bowie is not there anymore. But you're right in this way : I presS play, when I'm brave enough and, suddently, I remember all the good thinks... Hard time for now but that won't last... Since I press play...

[@topsypart2880]

Noahs Ark I went through that when Lennon was killed..

[@77rocker]

Arcade Fire's best song. Seeing Bowie play and sing it, makes me think this song is a song he could've written in the 70's it's such his style. Maybe that's why he loved it so much. RIP Starman

[@cynthiabegay5661]

Especially at the end, he looked like he was the biggest fan. Bowie was so excited

[@daniellinehan63]

Ziggie

[@mattysharpe9244]

Tunnels #1 Neighbourhoods is the best song

[@aladecolibri5163]

Total.❤

[@profylax]

8 years later, this clip still gives me goosebumps.

[@thejoin4687]

8 years later, your comment still gives me goosebumps.

[@MegaFisgon]

@@thejoin4687 today

[@vavazi214]

Yes

[@Roberto-de8xv]

@@thejoin4687 video is 17 years old, corny comment I know but where did the time go..

[@thejoin4687]

@@Roberto-de8xv It fell wanking to the floor.

[@alexanderpytko5394]

Arcade Fire said that when they got started, David Bowie was one of their very first supporters and that David Bowie not only created the world for their band to exist but he welcomed them into it! Arcade Fire said that they too, will miss him. David Bowie (1947-2016) R.I.P.

[@goranl2316]

We all miss him. To this very day, I get sad hearing many of his songs. And joyful at the same time. I miss him so terribly much I can not describe it.

[@jaydye00]

BLOOP- BLANK MESSAGE PLEASE SKIP TO NEXT MESSAGE-

[@koobesq]

A fantastic clock is broken twice a day.

[@joshkresnik6402]

That’s next level right there, instead of having your first fans being strangers and family members, one of your first fans being David Bowie himself, that’s just phenomenal!

[@carolhenderson1153]

​@@joshkresnik6402 o

[@valentinacerda5036]

I'm crying cause I´ve always considered bowie as my favorite artist and arcade as my favorite band, I really can't believe this

[@magalaga9669]

same!!

[@boticelli9957]

same ❤❤

[@PeppermintPatties]

Good, innit?! 🤩

[@joanwilcox1278]

I love How Win hangs back and gives Bowie the limelight. Truly a professional.

[@officeaddict33]

R E S P E C T

[@joanwilcox1278]

Actually, I think it is Win.

[@outsidethepyramid]

Win hangs back yes but Ginger tambourine drum man tried to steal the limelight. Calm your tits, rein it in a bit ffs.

[@tonycapella1402]

What a joy it must of been to have David Bowie want to sing your song with you and your band. Not cover it mind you, but play your music with you. I must have been surreal.

[@FlameFlickers]

@@outsidethepyramid You know nothing about Arcade Fire's dynamic and live shows if you think he was trying to steal the limelight.

[@paulwaters4411]

Bowie's face makes me so upset ,the happiness and sadness all at the same time

[@niksanike6583]

Bloated of hart medicine

[@DarkKnight-qe1ij]

@@niksanike6583 he was having problems then right?

[@Kokonutz80]

Thanks coronavirus, because for your quarentine i find this treasure. We really miss you Starman

[@natalee5588]

I first heard this song in Walter Mitty, and fell in love with it. Then, tonight, two members of Arcade Fire played this in the Christmas Without Tears variety show in New Orleans! We were all on our feet! This song lives!

[@mahoupanda]

I can't even imagine how amazing it must be for Arcade Fire that David Bowie plays their song, that's must be an incredible experience

[@dewimatthews6037]

Imagine how Bowie felt to be on stage with Arcade Fire.

[@BestofNYCMusic]

Heather Graham knows what's up.

[@cjbellmama_8276]

This song makes me cry like a big baby every time.

[@rociopalacio8217]

I love those people standing up, dancing and enjoying the music. Arcade Fire, one of the best bands that has ever existed. Forever in our hearts, David. Keep rocking in Heaven.

[@darrencrawford5212]

Funny, people saying amen and see you in heaven when David was a huge devil worshiper. Lol. That's like telling someone go to hell! Lol

[@miriam9086]

Darren Crawford : what makes you say that David Bowie was a “Devil worshipper? He used to be seen wearing crosses and I even saw him reciting the Lord’s Prayer. I believe he was into Buddhism as well.

[@charlesdailly7835]

@@darrencrawford5212 you seriously need to stop letting your arse do your talking ;-)

[@BunzJackson]

As opposed to the people at 3:09 nodding their heads with fake smiles because they know there's a camera on them, haha. Which is fair enough, not everyone is gonna be into it, but I did think it was kinda funny how obvious it was.

[@ekaterinas.1330]

Yes, they have everything, the writing talent, good voices and the live and breathe music ... 🤗

[@MkeKen67]

Arcade Fire and Bowie together? Who could ask for anything more than that? What a blast!

[@priess0]

I love how the place is half empty and everybody's just chilling in their seats when they start. By the end the place is packed and everybody's shaking their booty. This performance is a little miracle innit

[@wybsterman]

I think to be honest most of the audience didn't realise what a treat they were in for

[@TheLoulouthomson]

Crying so much right now- I really still can't believe David Bowie is no longer here.

[@jabah126]

I know it's still hard to take in. Be strong.

[@Vader0325]

i thought i didnt like arcade fire. David Bowie brought me here. I can no longer deny arcade fire's brilliance

[@sambt123]

What? How could anyone hate such an amazing band

[@patriciabarcq]

Beautiful!!!

[@lelabotoxique]

This performance gave me goosebumps.

[@louie40205]

Still does.

[@glennsouthard9208]

Imagine being there.

[@Manasses1961]

Deep down this band were humbled by David Bowie’s involvement. But deeper down David was also humbled to be playing with an extraordinary bunch of performers. Just a beautiful collection.

[@captainacoustic2481]

The drummer to the left of Win Butler was... very... into the song...

[@cojodoodoo112233]

They all are, that's why it's such a great performance

[@captainacoustic2481]

I know, but the drummer was REALLY really into it

[@Diegodydx]

+Captain Acoustic Plus, he gets to run across the stage to pick up an accordion 5 minutes into the video :)

[@garrettpjepp4974]

The multitalented Richard Reed Parry...

[@nonofinn7136]

+Captain Acoustic He is fantastic.

[@fsade]

I'm a 37 yo grown up and still always get emotional with this song.

[@wa9849]

Wake up young man, it's time to wake up. RIP

[@murpito]

Wilfredo Ayala mad season!!!

[@tn3812]

This is not about a concert...it is about a masterpiece.

[@GingerFlame66]

I am having a heart attack. My heart is about to exploded. I LOVE Bowie. And I LOVE Arcade Fire. AND THE TWO OF THEM TOGETHER. I can just die happy now. :D

[@vidiveniviciDCLXVI]

One of those songs, that is just 10000000% better live. The energy they put into it, is off the charts!

[@5293278363]

Not bandwagon-jumping as I see it, I think Bowie saw the importance of this song and wanted to lend his support to move it beyond. Great moment. RIP

[@BeggarsNight]

They were virtually unknown at this point. Middle of their first tour. There was no bandwagon to jump on.

[@TheFulanito1234]

Not that THE BOWIE needed to jump into any bandwagon.

[@donhancock332]

Or " generation squeezing" someone termed.

[@CRenaud12]

To see Arcade Fire collaborating with late David Bowie tells you a lot about this innovating groupe. Today, we lost David Bowie, we'll miss new creations coming from him. Nous avons perdu un créateur, un innovateur incroyable.

[@nancyfintak2728]

Caroline Renaud I saw your comment Caroline, the last name of my first love was Renaud

[@Istanbully23]

ba oui

[@MikiaKoko]

I'm here on January 1st 2022, I will always love David Bowie and that is also true for Arcade Fire. Different loves combined here. I still miss him and feel that I always will. Love

[@jmp4364]

I started listening to bowie's music when I was 12. I'm now 58 and never stopped

[@philthemovieguy81]

R.I.P. DAVID BOWIE

[@Ryuhza]

Napoleon Dynamite stole the show with his drumstick flip.

[@tonybrowne7220]

Ryuhza yeah that twirl, little eye catch👏👍

[@jhonnroh]

Vote for Pedro

[@LubinBisson]

If you don´t cry watching this, you are dead inside.

[@AddictofFilm]

Or your just not a weak bitch

[@RetroReflections]

Especially today.

[@g.97hughey94]

AddictofFilm only the strong know, it takes strength, courage to cry.

[@KaileyB616]

Lubin Bisson I’ve always suspected it... nice to have it confirmed for once

[@Bhuyakasha]

oi mate i better get my cryin hat from the attic and put it on then

[@ekaterinas.1330]

This song sounds like it was written for David Bowie! My favourite of all times by Arcade Fire!

[@Deadprez41]

Walker Mitty brought me here!❤

[@jfeRendersystems]

All I can say is....and its the 90th time I have watched this; The amount of musical genius on that stage is immense

[@libertydogs7380]

I swear I come back every week and watch this, it makes me so happy

[@imperialwolf7872]

Seeing Bowie and Arcade Fire play live together still gives me so much joy

[@davidroy793]

Une vraie pépite !!!

[@nrvanasobeamstel]

Love it when an artist so big as bowie, isn't afraid to see, hear and most importantly value a (then) new alternative rock band that from the very first track from the very first album shows they are great.

[@estefaperezdevilla1842]

Somethin' filled up My heart with nothin', Someone told me not to cry. Now that I'm older, My heart's colder, And I can see that it's a lie. Children wake up, Hold your mistake up, Before they turn the summer into dust. If the children don't grow up, Our bodies get bigger but our hearts get torn up. We're just a million little god's causin' rain storms turnin' every good thing to rust. I guess we'll just have to adjust. With my lightnin' bolts a glowin' I can see where I am goin' to be When the reaper he reaches and touches my hand. With my lightnin' bolts a glowin' I can see where I am goin' With my lightnin' bolts a glowin' I can see where I am go-goin' You better look down below.

[@MrChadEdwardSmith]

Look at all those nerds sitting down in the presence of a David Bowie/Arcade Fire collaboration.

[@chrisk4617]

Lol I was thinking the same but towards the end everyone looks into it more ! What a great live performance ! just found this video now

[@outsidethepyramid]

Look at all those nerds in the band.

[@PartyKingOfTarzana]

@@outsidethepyramid nerds that stood up

[@outsidethepyramid]

@@PartyKingOfTarzana Can someone re-edit this and delete that nerd on the drum who is attempting in vain to steal the show from a God.

[@senimaister7661]

Coming back to this in 2022. This is absolutely timeless. Ziggy enjoying this "new generation". I just can’t say a word. Thank you Arcade Fire, Thank You Bowie.

[@coconutcrispy83]

Ugh, this brings tears to my eyes. So powerful. RIP you beautiful man.

[@OH_MY_DOGGG]

For all the focus on Heather Graham. It was so pure of an expression. It couldnt have been choreographed better. She's so pretty.

[@miriamasawa]

that energy. everybody‘s just a 1000% committed - and you feel that. I‘m so thankful to have seen Arcade Fire live once. Bowie makes this even more magical. Just amazing. edit: seen them live twice now!!! :-)))

[@patriciaprzybyl6652]

Tout simplement Magique et terriblement émouvant 🥰🥰🥰

[@EdwardGatey]

Jealous. Only seen Arcade Fire once. Got to see Leonard Cohen!!

[@monicawilliams4589]

I remember seeing this. Flipping channels and noticed David Bowie, thought hey let’s check this out. Ran to find Arcade Fire cd the next day. Kids, in 2005 there was no Spotify.

[@libertydogs7380]

David should have been immortal, there is no one more talented than him, he will be missed for eternity ❤️

[@billtaylor4224]

The irreplaceable David Bowie. We will all miss him so. I for one still ache.

[@oulala99]

How could anyone dislike this ??

[@Dan-hn1lx]

What a priviledge for arcade fire, Bowie belting out one of your own songs incredible moment in music history long live David Bowie!!!

[@Bumble-bz5mm]

Love celebrating Bowie's life with moments like this with a great band like Arcade.

[@cj123456789012345678]

This was perfect, The amount of passion in everyone's face gave me goosebumps, I love this.

[@mickymare75]

you know someone is great when he makes better an already perfect song. Rest in peace

[@annwe6]

Love this passionate performance. Still breaks my heart he's gone...

[@Gamertrip4life]

he was living it 110% until the end. Rip David

[@cyrilbourrie5703]

choc de génération ca match!!!!!!!!!!quel bonheur!!une légende qui s associe a des petits jeunes qui vont devenir grand!!!!

[@spink0104]

Coming up on the anniversary of his death, I have to say this is one of my favorite songs David Bowie collaborated on. He was absolutely amazing. I only wish I could have seen him live. It had to be absolutely amazing!

[@beverlymeaker7566]

Seeing Bowie live is an experience one never, ever forgets.

[@libertydogs7380]

Oh it was amazing, I was lucky enough to see him live once, my god he was epic

[@juanedocordero7127]

Once just for chance in the 90s I went the concert of a band called bush...that was not good...But they were open to Bowie....he and his entire band was just another level...

[@Filteredperception]

Thank you for changing my life Mr. Bowie.

[@javierortiz2251]

This song is so awesome. Having Bowie in it, makes it even more special!

[@justicecurry3658]

RIP David Bowie. Your voice is perfect for this song.

[@reboot_2.00]

Love the passion of Arcade Fire!!

[@patcoveney8863]

Who's here in 2021 I'm what great band . Bowie just adds to it .WAKE UP PEOPLE!!!!!

[@domenicpetrino6835]

What a performance, lucky those folks that were there live. Arcade and Bowie together it's beyond.

[@jenniferanntaylor591]

I was there. It was off the chart amazing. I’m the short haired blond towards the end of the video singing the wrong words 😂. Truly amazing experience!

[@domenicpetrino6835]

@@jenniferanntaylor591 lucky lucky lucky you, I've seen Arcade Fire live and they were amazing. When it comes to the wrong words I am the master at it in Italian and English 😂

[@leonamayerhofer8209]

Unglaublich!!!! Ich bin zutiefst ergriffen! Danke Danke Danke!!!!! tausendmal

[@wbritstyle]

This is my favorite contemporary Bowie video.

[@paulandersson-rb2kd]

Wherever you are, thank you for being the genius that entered my life and the lives of my family! There's only one David Bowie, God bless you!

[@Brighteyeslonglashes]

I love David Bowie!!! He is an Icon!

[@uuguuguug]

I cry a lot while watching this. Still can't believe he's gone. It's just surreal.

[@thwack1083]

Thank you David Bowie. you will be missed. See you on Mars. Legend.

[@francescosacco5053]

ho iniziato ad ascoltare questo gruppo dopo aver ascoltato questa loro canzone nella serie La casa di Carta....poi quando anche il grande David l 'ha proposta ho capito che era un capolavoro musicale...

[@yonkipop]

RIP David Bowie!!!! thanks, thanks, thanks, thanks, thanks,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,always miss you

[@zimbraundertone4075]

You can tell David Bowie was very moved by the lyrics, he's singing deep from his soul! Together they are some of the best timers. I can say with no doubt that Arcade Fire moved me to tears with their songs, They feel like war and heaven, and they ignited all of my feelings and senses.

[@TheClosetiguana]

Somethin’ filled up my heart with nothin’. Someone told me not to cry. But now that I’m older, my heart’s colder, and I can see that it’s a lie. RIP David 01/11/2016

[@StoryoftheEye]

RIP, legend xx.

[@miededeyne5694]

Never knew the going of an artist could touch me so deeply. Rip David Bowie and deep thank you for all your beautiful creativity, Deep bow and bleeding heart... The world has lost a visionary and creative music, fashion and performance genius...have a save journey and return Starman The man who fell to earth, now rises to the stars Farewell David Bowie

[@ibenkind]

Still here listening

[@PVegas]

The Bowie influence on this song can't be denied. Just awesome.

[@Carlosta83]

Holy fuck. What a live version. Goosebumps.

[@michaeltom637]

I think people need to take into consideration that for the people sitting down doesn't mean they're not into it. Maybe that's just how they pay respect to something; engross themselves into something.

[@MedalionDS9]

I think a lot of people overestimated how many people heard them up til this point, but this live performance proved to them they were amazing, especially by the end, people got to their feet and clapped and danced a long

[@niclogin7815]

Arcade Fire one of the only acts that could measure up to Bowie in terms of creativity and innovation. Bowie saw the greatness in them before anyone else did. Just a couple of legendary acts making music that's beyond human comprehension. Lovely job Starman. Win and the gang will keep your legend going.

[@Borna909]

ive been a beatles fan all my life. and you know what it means... like "nothing is gonna be that important in rock music anymore". well, nope. these lovely people conquered my heart and my soul. this is music as its meant to be: just right from the heart. we all should tra to get infected. this is as good as he beatles.

[@robertwindsor1800]

Massive Bowie fan from down Oz. And with Arcade Fire, massive fit. Just so good. The world we live in has gone backward since his passing. Happy sad after this. Greetings from Australia.

[@RyanAllanPodcast]

Just imagine how good Win must have felt having a legend like Bowie singing his very own song. An amazing performance and a symbolic passing of the artistic baton to the unbelievable Arcade Fire with Bowie retiring from live performances in this very year. Legend to legends. Ashes to ashes.

[@timford3599]

Very beautifully put and an endearing image which your metaphor brings to mind. Thank you for that!

[@aracelyvera5281]

My love for Bowie is immense, I recently listened to Arcade Fire and this is beautiful!! 🇵🇪🇵🇪

[@Tassie85]

That was 6.5 minutes of unbridled joy. Just wonderful and sooooo moving. More, please!

[@markpav9906]

One of my favorite bands With one of my most favorite Artists

[@mayaburning]

I adore watching this because I get to not only witness bowie (yes, biased) and a stunning musical performance but also one of the greatest artistic moments of these artists’ lives and it is PALPABLE even from a phone screen and utterly glorious. They are singing and playing their hearts out to the hilt💛

[@EvidentlyFire]

I come back and watch this once a year or so. Your comment summed it up. This was their moment and they knew it and took it

[@Michael-hf8hh]

What a glorious noise!

[@yvesmaker]

The incredible energy and union between everyone in stage. Ive never seen a band embracing so much in their music collectively like this. And David is on it which only makes it greater. One of my favorite live perfomances!

[@nightburgers3670]

It’s utterly fantastic and gives me goosebumps every time I come back to it. He was just a once in a lifetime artist. Such an immense collaboration and the emotion of all on stage is a beautiful thing.

[@yvesmaker]

@@nightburgers3670 Im back watching this again, tears every time

[@atiqueteimportaa]

I'll never understand how can people still be sitting during a song like this... Sung like that.

[@matt.pma.kresnaputra5458]

That little moment at 4:38 when you can hear the girl sing was so perfect

[@pjc87guy]

After seeing Arcade Fire play this in person as a bucket list item at Red Rocks, I now cannot sing this oh oh oh oh oh oh part without tearing up. I am a 74 year old man, and this band, Arcade Fire, touches my heart and my soul like no other band or music has my entire life. When they complete their current album work in a year or so, I will try to see them as often as I can. If you haven't yet, start listening to them, and listen to each song more than once, because they grow on you.