Back on the Chain Gang - Pretenders - swindon 2018

[@belindaintexas8789]

Her voice is still absolutely amazing ... Incredible. Imagine how many times she has sung this song and she still brings it. You go girl! Chrissie Hynde keep on rocking forever !!

[@squeakeththewheel]

One of the best rock stars ever.

[@jackjoffy5911]

I agree

[@jamaicanwash6667]

I totally agree with all the comments! She also looks absolutely gorgeous like she did back in the 80s in her beginnings!

[@laveritaforza108]

His voice is powerful.

[@Heatfarmer]

Absolutely beautiful voice!!

[@howardmckenna]

One of the most unique sounds in rock/pop. The unmistakable voice of Chrissie Hynde.

[@raymondtovey3722]

Sadly Music Now Awful Rapping and Backing Tracks .This Is Real Music .

[@michaelmeeks8301]

True pioneer of what we know as "baby boomers"Rock And Roll!

[@brianwade879]

It's her ! She drew me to her ! Then rocked my socks off ! 🕊️

[@crobbulan]

Aged beautifully, took care of her voice over the years, and still has incredible stage presence. A simply wonderful artist.

[@skreoSkreo]

The gracefull lady is still there... So is her beautifull voice... She's absolutly magic

[@hulljames9637]

Yeah but that face...

[@ladyladidah]

@@hulljames9637 What ? Your snarky comment equates to dont contribute if you are a woman; that sort of mentality is reminicent of the pathetic small minded men ; the witch hunter... can your mirror see in your psyche?

[@jackjoffy5911]

I love people like her who no matter how older they get stay young and fresh. Great song, brilliant performance.

[@debraashley8831]

Yes! And sounding better than ever!

[@richcampbell6808]

Some have illnesses that prohibited them staying young looking. Love everyone equal.

[@ladyladidah]

@@richcampbell6808 Why is it that to look young is a marker of greatness or beauty; what a narrow and self defeating marker... We are screwing up humanity and healthy relationships between men and women to be sure to be sure

[@brianwade879]

I'm to fresh and I'm not to young , but I am getting old, and I love to those who's music, I grew up on, and are rocking still today ! 🤟🎶❤️🕊️

[@rodmclean2066]

She's an absolute LIVING LEGEND. !!!!

[@jerryangel383]

She has the most unique and signature vibrato that she deploys in so many of her songs. The Pretenders first album is in my top ten of all time.

[@JohnWilliams-channel]

Tremolo. Vibrato is variance of pitch, Tremolo is variance of volume.

[@davidashley4386]

@@JohnWilliams-channel honestly who cares, we all know what was meant

[@JohnWilliams-channel]

@@davidashley4386 I’m just showing off

[@rayray8687]

@@davidashley4386: Honestly I didn’t hear either one anywhere in this performance. All I heard was somewhat weak unconvincing vocals…and before someone goes all nutty on me I like this song and I like Chrissy Hind and I’ve spent a lifetime in the music business. We each hear what we want to hear.

[@chriscoughlin9289]

@@rayray8687 No doubt - Exhibit A: the two generations of Television listeners who couldn't get past Verlaine's vocals. Like convincing yourself that the secret to Monet's success was astigmatism.

[@Scott_works]

I can't help but remember this song from back in 2011 when my aging mother was in her last days at a nursing home. I visited her every day and on this one the ladies were having Karaoke and my mom was sitting there with them. They were singing old songs from their era and asked if I wanted to sing one. I scrolled through the songs and the only one I saw that I was familiar with was this one. I selected it and did my best to sing along. I was surprised as I read the words, not realizing when I began that they were so strange. Here I was singing it to a group of women in their eighties. This hauntingly beautiful song was what I sang to my mother a week or two before she passed away, and now I will never forget it. In fact, it brings tears to my eyes now when I hear it.

[@lalolbc]

May your mom Rest In Peace. 😔

[@dinbx917]

wow. So great and touching. The magic of music and love

[@shaykatz5648]

Precious memories are a treasure. Every time you hear this, even into your 80's, this song will bring back that sadly precious time. You were very fortunate to have had it.

[@Scott_works]

@@shaykatz5648 Yes, every time I hear that song. It is a melancholy song and a melancholy moment. My mom passed shortly after that event. We had a troubled relationship most of my life. I was adopted as a baby and never could quite figure it out. She was very type "A" and could become aggressive. Her last six months were beautiful as she let down her guard. She took some painful jabs at me but I just took it, and was able to get past her shield and find the mom I was always looking for. I still miss her. Thanks for the comment.

[@RELopez-mk4ic]

God Bless you brother. I always think of my mother when I hear this beautiful song.

[@davidedwards4640]

I can remember in 1982 watching MTV when it first came out, there were no commercials, just music videos, and brass and pocket was on there. And i was hooked! Been listening to the pretenders for over 40 years now her voice is one of kind

[@TheMafrand]

Her voice hasn't changed much through the years.

[@belindaintexas8789]

Yes, her voice is still incredible and amazing and awesome ...

[@regularnimnule9715]

Still singing it in the original key. Awesome!

[@itsallspent]

I had a paper route in Boulder County Colorado . As I was driving I listened to a Prenders cassette.

[@reemclaughlin4260]

I’m lucky enough to have seen them 6 times and she gave me a guitar pick. ♥️☮️

[@carolfreitag6847]

awesome!!!

[@turekjames1274]

Dude!!! Wow.

[@geoffhutchins3823]

isle of wight festival amazing

[@lifetimes2983]

You will search long and very...hard to ever find another voice like that one. So fine

[@allset9284]

I am 68 years old - this song makes me feel so young no matter how many times I've listened to it over the years and I am sure it will do the same when I am 98 years old - don't know what it is but I thank you for the music that keeps my heart beating!

[@AleMadison]

Same feelings over here, I',m 65 and am currently rehearsig a cover of this beautiful song for a show put together by the singing school I recently decided to attend. Will be about 20 performers, each with a different song of their choosing, supported by a band. So exciting!

[@hsatin20]

Oh my god, her voice is still so fresh. Impressive as hell.

[@billyCREIGHTON44]

The coolest lady ever in music ...👌

[@agnostic47]

I've been listening to The Pretenders ever since the first album came out when I was in halls at uni. Still listening over 40 years later.

[@dallaslouie]

Good memories of me and my wife's teenager days.

[@davejohnson8986]

Her voice hasn't lost anything over the years ! Still sounds great ! Thank you Pretenders

[@thomasopdahl1873]

Years ago, when this song first came out, I heard her in an interview where she said people had always tried to "fix" her phrasing. She eventually realized that she had a different internal rhythm that just wouldn't change and she embraced it and here you go. She makes the words fit in exactly the way it takes to make it work exactly the way it should. Dance to the beat of your own drummer.

[@robertmarks5438]

I saw the Pretenders mid 80’s. I’m glad she made it through the 80’s when 2 of the band died from drugs in 1983! She still sounds good!

[@nelsonsantos5503]

Chrissie Hynde is a true pioneer, natural talent, natural grit, natural passion and natural beauty in a time when it wasn't common for women to have it. God bless her.

[@theoneleggedchef]

Omg... the Pretenders have been part of my life more than 40 years now! Thank You!

[@shjobsearch2195]

... And she's still rockin' the thigh high boots all these many years later! You go, Chrissie!

[@badmusicchannel5519]

One of the best song writers of all time. Never get tired of her music.

[@kevlar65]

Not bad for a lady creeping in on 70 years young. She has been blessed with that voice of hers as well.

[@lindamonsour4375]

I've always LOVED the PRETENDERS !!!!!!!! their music is AWSOME !!!!!!!

[@josephblazek6480]

Thank you so much for your music! I grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. The Pretenders were a part of my daily drive. I moved to Florida where I met my wife to be, before I knew I was going to marry her. The date was set for 10/25/1997. We picked our song's for the wedding and we both agreed on "I'LL Stand by you"- as our first dance song. Thank You for such a beautiful song to mark our beginning in life long love. We are going to celebrate our 25 TH wedding anniversary on 10/25/2022. Chrissie you still rock all these moments forever. Talent has no years - just forever memories.

[@garynixon9035]

This was a staple in C TOWN !!!!! I live in Birmingham now hard to find anyone who heard of the Pretenders

[@alc.7348]

Best female voicer in rock period!

[@michaelmeeks8301]

Damn! If you'd close your eyes you would think this song was being played as it was 30 years ago.

[@buddhistpriest1357]

Wow, she looks and sounds great!

[@stevebrennan1309]

Awesome!!! Better than ever!!!

[@redbandit4558]

This makes me smile …. When i was 12 I used to listen to the Pretenders… now I am 55… And Chrissie’s voice is still the same, sublime. ❤

[@davidmurray2539]

My God she's brilliant. Her music and vocals hit a sweet spot that's pure bliss and beauty.

[@jodibedard4306]

Amazing...I saw her front row at Salisbury Beach a few years ago. She was incredible. I grew up with her in the 80's and she still sounds the same. They are touring next year with the Foo Fighters. I'm so happy she's still singing and sharing her timeless music. I will love her forever!

[@enricotrombini9952]

The sexiest voice in rock history!

[@zolitariglussey6302]

66 years old here........ Man, all our Era Musicians and US are getting OLD!!! Never thought this day would come...

[@giveitathink6749]

You're too early, say this in 10 years and then you'll be close. Relax man.

[@alpha-omega2362]

Ringo Starr just turned 80.......

[@kenklein9228]

I saw the Pretenders three times back in the 80's, including once when they still had the original lineup. Never did they disappoint.

[@dynjarren7523]

She’s still great and has one of those special voices. I’ve always enjoyed her singing and songs! 😎🎸👏🏻

[@charlie-obrien]

The Pretenders have been punk, new wave and Rock n Roll. Created their own sound, thanks in part to Chrissie's brilliant and expressive voice. They could never really be labeled. Iconic and lasting. I've been a fan since 1979

[@carlfreeman6687]

I love the sound of her voice and how it's aged perfectly....beautiful..

[@simonthompson789]

She has been through so many hard times, but age does not change her. This is and always will be one of the great pop songs. What a voice.

[@pmcclaren1]

one seductive lady in voice & looks; pretty lady. Has given us much joy with her band and songs through the years.

[@charlie-obrien]

I heard them for the first time on the radio in 1979 (Brass in Pocket) and fell in love with the sound, the style and the voice. I'm still in love with the Pretenders. To me they are one of the finest Rock and Roll bands to ever record.

[@JamesMoore-un3cu]

One of the sexiest women in rock.. The Pretenders wrote some of the most interesting music since their inception, without a doubt. And all the losses and tragedy throughout that history, and Chrissie still owns it.

[@leanne3767]

Chrissie you got the goods. Love this always!!!

[@stevestruthers6180]

Wow. Her voice hasn't changed since 1984, when this song first came out.

[@brendanmcgann8633]

I think it was written in 1982. Wonderful song.

[@davidcassidy3956]

Look at her body, wow.

[@brokl26]

Nothing forced. Just a delivery like pretty much every other one she’s ever done. A true under appreciated singer/songwriter. Always beautiful as well.

[@markduncan6690]

Rock On Chrissie! You are Magic!

[@itsenergybob8917]

I think this song has the best backing vocal riff in the history of music. I saw them in Santa Monica back in the day. I also respect that Chrissy never separated the lyrics from the music.

[@lbaker4222]

I still love her voice and talent in 2020!!

[@1LT7]

me too in 2022

[@lauracreighton3734]

Awesome voice, awesome musician, awesome band.

[@Aldoborzoni]

I love you Chrissie Hynde!!! Thank you for so much great rock and roll music!

[@ClaudyArfaras]

Was so surprised to find out Chrissie is in her 60s... Some rockers never age or more like fine wine and get better and better with age...

[@mavenofmacau6391]

I remember loving this song when I was 6 years old. I read Chrissie used to tear up when performing it, I'm glad she doesn't anymore. 35 years is long enough to get over something. Beautiful song!

[@onewomanandherdog5219]

Adored her in the 70s, still adore her now x

[@craigforsberg9844]

Saw these guys live for the first time in early fall 2018. One of the best concerts I have seen musically wise and was totally amazed by how here voice sounded. I think she was 65 or 67 when I saw here and thought her voice sounded just like it did in her early days!

[@mikejenkins451]

KH is a BADASS!! Always has been and ALWAYS will be! So many older rockers wish they could still sound that good!!

[@georgeowens7046]

I love the smile she gives to the crowd at 1:45. One of a kind!

[@GeorgeVreelandHill]

Real talent never loses it. Want proof? Listen to her still amazing voice.

[@leneklint3881]

Just Wauv to that voice...... If I only could bring one piece of music to a lonely island,, I would pick this one. Never got tired of it :)

[@talos2373]

So, so nice to see and hear her and the Pretenders in 2022.

[@PecanRanch]

Pretenders, one of my first cassettes for my first car. Blasting it through a cheap stereo. Those were the best days

[@matfenwick]

And what wouldn't we give to go back there?

[@neilwood8755]

She was brilliant in 80/81 still brilliant now 👍👍👍

[@paulwalker9014]

I found a video of you....these are the happiest days of my life.

[@rosemarywessel1294]

Absolutely evergreen. She remains amazing.

[@artarmendariz246]

She's amazing Rock Legend!!

[@joelrudzinski6829]

Still a Beautiful Woman with a Voice that melts Hearts.

[@josephasghar]

Christ - she’s still incredible!

[@yellowinfront]

Rock on Chrissie ! Your spirit and contribution .... are to be admired

[@matteowatteo1296]

I love you Chrissy. Loved that album. You're amazing sweetheart.

[@paulfromdevon4707]

Saw them supporting Simple Minds in 18. Really impressive band and she was fantastic. Much rockier live than I'd expected, very tight and her voice was brilliant

[@debraphilip6173]

Hair different color voice still beautiful and original ! Love her

[@davidmacias4737]

Still got it going on. I will always love her

[@ddellwo]

Wow - can’t believe her vocals are still so good.....😮

[@bernardotk9677]

Her vocals are still amazing and she is still gorgeous.

[@jays9196]

She's always been genuine. Beautiful.

[@spritenews5358]

Wow. She still sounds great.

[@reneschuler47]

Uma das músicas que permanecem lindas, independente do tempo passado. Chrissie sempre ótima. 👏👏👏💯

[@mdacostavilmar]

Chrissie is still making it GREAT. Her voice is getting better and better as the time goes by.

[@xray7908]

The thing with Chrissie, and I mean this in the most positive way, is that her range in terms of pitch is so very limited, but her range in terms of expressive emotion is so vast. Her singing is more like listening to a very talented actor playing a part, or a person opening their heart to you in a way that it opens your own heart. I don't think anyone's singing touches me as much except for maybe Alison Krauss, but try comparing their range and technique. There's hardly any comparison, but they can both move me to tears. What is it? I'm not sure.

[@stevephlyer]

Makes me remember of my teen years growing up with the music of The Pretenders. Unforgettable times.

[@robertcromeenes4177]

Her voice is still fantastic !! Saw her in San Jose few years back was GREAT

[@lebarosky]

She is the best poet who comes from my little corner of the world. It is hard not to love her artistic work. Her first album changed my life.

[@jessiegarcia8166]

Man just LOVE THE PRETENDERS..! CHRISSIE IS AN ABSOLUTELY AWESOME FORCE IN ROCK, TRUE TO HER ART. Her and the band just.....LET THE MUSIC DO THE TALKING ..! 🥰❤🥰❤🥰❤🥰🎶🎶🎶🎶❤🥰❤🥰❤❤❤

[@kenanacampora]

"Those were the happiest days of my life..." Amazing Crissy Hynde.

[@ronaldgandolfini3225]

Your great Chrissie you have a very expressive voice and I love it .

[@petergambaccini7396]

She is terrific, for decades.

[@danielfalcon450]

Truly a national treasure .

[@jorgemateus7016]

Her voice is still on top. She is sexier than ever.

[@johnperiard9594]

Buyin wht shes selling. Vavavavoom

[@mindfulmystic]

Good video! Beautiful! Thank you.

[@tomgebarowski8156]

A great live band, I saw them in Chicago back in 1980's with Simple Minds..great!!! Learning To Crawl is one of my all time favorite rock albums!

[@redMaple_QC]

At 67, still got her voice. Great as usual.

[@ladyladidah]

Vegetarian too.. inspiring looking after your human instrument by looking after one's health

[@ActiveBoyz5]

Her voice hasn't changed much through the years. My heart is you Chrissie love🌹🌹🌹❤️❤️💋😍🇲🇽💯 Chrissie you got the goods. Love this always!!!

[@DK-pj6le]

The sexiest and most dangerous woman in Rock - and I mean that with sincere love and appreciation. Hasn't missed a beat or a note. Love you Chrissie - for the last 40 years when I first saw you at UCSB with BOW WOW WOW opening for you.

[@TWayneD1020]

Fantastic !! Thank you so much !!

[@richardbrowning9953]

Good performance.....chrissy still got the pipes 🎸🎶

[@nicoladouglas3270]

Good to see that Chrissy's got her support stockings on!!! Amazing vocals still after all these years!!!! True talent!!

[@edisone.7212]

👏👏👏👏👏👏 Thanks so much! Forever!

[@smittysmat7826]

When this record came out, I was too broke to buy it. I would literally sit in my car in my driveway listening to the radio waiting for this song to come on. It usually did..eventually. The key change in the bridge is just beautiful. I’ve always said it sounds like musical heartbreak.

[@paulcrawford5153]

I like to see older pop stars keeping fit like this.. helps them keep their charisma

[@crazyforthemusic4172]

Chrissie you are the very wonder woman....magic

[@burnsy9865]

Awesome........no other words needed even though there is so much to say about this.