Ben Howard - Depth Over Distance (live in Frankfurt 22.11.11)

[@NoppaTeemu]

This flat out makes a man cry. Words are incapable of describing this kind of awesomeness.

[@IamfollowingRylan]

Every artists has a perfect song, and this is his. The music is beyond anything you hear because its perfect in spite of the fact that its not mastered to death. The lyrics are poetry to convey so much with so few words spoken. Ben plays his guitar like a legend in the making, and his performances are outstanding. I can't wait for him to come stateside again! Cheers!

[@96TWJ]

It actually hurts to listen to this, it's just so beautiful

[@menzy3029]

wille96 He's so good that it kinda pisses me off

[@MrFrustratedTurtle]

The man owns a guitar like no other.

[@TheBromosapien]

I just can't get enough of this.

[@ozzyeatworld]

He's too good. Every song is just phenomenal.

[@TheKelly0804]

The moment you feel all the stress leak out of your body - pure bliss!

[@mindhate1667]

Can't believe its been already 11 years since I've seen him in ffm. The whole concert was simply amazing. Takes me right back hearing this.

[@LuckOfTheDingo]

It's nice to know that there are still real down to earth great musicians out there :)

[@freemelodie]

Music and Ben Howard are One. His music goes right to my heart...

[@TASBullit66]

I love that he isn't famous, it makes it more special, it's a rare treat that some get and not the whole world would understand or like just because it's popular, but rather because it's amazing

[@JamesOHanlon1]

from 4:12 I'm literally shaking my head with amazement at how powerful his music is

[@ivanmilite371]

me too, holy fuck

[@bueghljm]

check his new version of promise live 2023 where he places emphasis- chills

[@choppalopas]

Every time I watch a Ben Howard video for some reason I think, 'will this be as good as his other songs?' And every time he doesn't disappoint. Perfect music by a perfect guy.

[@geofftorney]

Took me 3 weeks to learn how to play this song on guitar, but sadly, it would take me forever and then some and I wouldnt be able to sing it as good. Ben Howard, I tip my hat to you, you've achieved living legend status in my book.

[@lenskyart7]

Undoubtedly the best version of this song.

[@gabs1429]

This made me cry over how beautiful it was... Ben Howard you are just amazing.

[@phdsoontocome]

i'm in love with his music, his voice and the way he plays that guitar

[@idaanderssonnn]

This song always seems to mesmerize me... The emotion in it.. it's just incredible.

[@Dvermoet]

saw him yesterday in Amsterdam. They started with this song. Most beautiful concert i've ever seen along with his show on LowLands last summer (:

[@Juli11021]

this is really the best song i have ever heard. the first time i heard this song i cried.

[@jplusm]

ben, you are superhuman. absolutely incredible.

[@JakeOfTheNorth82]

I've had the privelage of seeing him 4 in concert. First time ever was at a small venue called the Independent in San Francisco. He played this during his encore set. Truly amazing

[@sarahpiller4178]

Beste Version des Liedes, die es gibt! Ich liebe es...

[@snurgette1]

You, my dear, just hit the nail on the head there!

[@wuzup76020]

@ 4:16 is what it looks like when a true musician gets lost in his music and goes to a place where chords are not chords and notes are not notes, but instead they are colors and feelings expressed through sound and soul. LOVE IT BEN! Come to Dallas, Tx please!!!

[@adamjones9604]

This was put on here it says in 2011. I honestly cannot believe it only has roughly 550k views after 8 years. Everyone has different taste in music or genre but good music is good or in this instance great. In my opinion this song/performance is up there with the greats like Fleetwood Mac. A song that will be good in 30 years time. AWESOME 😎😊😎

[@CaranthirAtillas]

His voice is just so strong and beautiful, his lyrics are his poetry and his soul. Thank you for your gift Ben Howard. Thank the lord for the inspiration you brought me.

[@Mohnblume_]

*___________* his voice, the way he makes music is so very very great!!

[@villeeshop]

He deserve way more fame.. This is so good!!

[@ClausMandalka]

Still brilliant in 2019

[@Killsiteverytime]

Absolutely amazing

[@wildadventurers]

He is amazing! love his voice, his music, his emotions... a true artist :)

[@readysetdancebattle]

His music is beautiful

[@sebas321]

by far the best song of Ben Howard till now. Please give us a new album with all of your other songs we find here on youtube but can't buy. Soldiers, the 9th cloud, London, foliation wood, ...

[@Brooklyn8513]

cheers ! this guy most talented artist in this world !

[@nikblei4230]

im listening to this vid the 1000. time now... still stunned

[@russellbell]

Simply amazing, he managed to make an already great song sound a million times more epic with this live performance :') how is that even possible?!?!?!?!

[@vaeldd]

yo wtf...This shit's so powerful, it made me message my ex from five years ago.

[@PEAHATER3]

if he came to my city.... i would be on that ticket master faster than a blink of an eye

[@justjemmate]

Made me cry. Beautiful

[@aledmann]

Absolutely amazing song. What a talent this guy is!!

[@theClubb1]

this live was the best thing I've ever heard, pure emotion, really quite moving

[@cheeyan90]

I was listening to this while doing some other work..so wasnt looking..and at 4:15, I thought someone else joined him to sing that part.. but to my surprise, it was still Ben! still loved!

[@Yourbaby19]

I am glad Gemma from Got To Dance 2013 led me to this gem. This is beautiful music beyond words keeps calling to me. My finger is stuck on replay, cant stop listening. Thanks Ben and keep up the good work.

[@TheAlmightyForehead]

If Ben Howard and Bon Iver produced a song together...

[@twinklespice]

they did! It's called June's a River (Big Red Machine ft Ben Howard and This is the Kit)

[@emmacrowdermusic]

I can't get over how amazing this is.

[@jojochch1683]

live music, the best❤ i love hearing his live songs the most.

[@SommerDayss]

he turned that guitar into a completely new instrument. Ben Howard is awesome.

[@Isaacthompson]

I love this song. Pure beauty

[@PorscheBlogNet]

Ben Howard darf auf einer CD/iPod/iPhone für's Auto definitiv nicht fehlen!

[@jmbmp2]

wonderfully talented. took my girlfriend to see him recently in the states. great, passionate performance in a hole in the wall bar. he had everyone singing and watching in awe. if you can see him he is worth the trip!

[@reemfoda9667]

God, the voice quality may not be perfect, but this clip is the most perfect thing i’ve ever witnessed, how he’s pouring his emotions, i feel like i’m inside his soul, I frown when he does, i smile when he does.. and nothing could be said but A GODDAMN MASTERPIECE!!

[@D3IZ3L]

4.17 mark for CHILLS god damn, just saw him live the other night, best thing my eyes have seen and ears have heard

[@georgeboomsmamusic]

Ben Howard is just lovely

[@no1superkev]

unbelievable, such a clever and creative guy.

[@chloesingleton6807]

i have this tattooed on me! most perfect song ever!!!!

[@bodhiusmaximus]

the guitar is like an old friend and he's just having a friendly conversation with it

[@jfizzle9415]

Pure talent!!!!😁🤘

[@nathgee2144]

Still the best!

[@newtoniantime8804]

my favorite video on skynet. I may just be a penguin, but as my grandpa once said: "When you have found the piece in life you searched for, then all the penguins will gather and in every kingdom you will find peace. One man will guide you in your depth over distance." Little did I know what those words meant, but I never stopped searching and I finally found Ben on his surfingboard. We had a beer, he did a gig, all the penguins gathered and I found my piece. End of story.

[@scherdieny]

4:13 to the end makes me want to cry every single time

[@ivanmilite371]

yep

[@barctic78]

Seen him a couple of times in Holland. Great performance!

[@peach1187]

too good, holy crap, he plays that gtar like a piano...hes just in it..deep in the musica...love it love it

[@eclipsedancer7]

i need to see him live this summer. i just need to be in his presence.

[@sherrynewington1120]

This is a beautiful video of this song. I had never heard it before and I am sad I can't find it...ben shouldn't be hiding gems like this one...

[@jiniu4083]

😭 I just... Want to go to one concert..

[@skulptivator]

I love discovering new talent! Would be great to see you in America Ben! You've gotta love when a song can give you shivers everytime you listen to it!

[@hcbaby1988]

how has this still not got 1,000,000 views. I am outraged.

[@lydiashearsmith]

God this guy is amazing!

[@heartsong6089]

Depth over distance every time, my dear And this tree of ours may grow tall in the woods But it's the roots that will bind us here To the ground hmm Depth over distance was all I asked of you And I may be foolish to fall as I do Still there's strength in the blindness you fear If you're coming too, hmm If you're coming too, hmmHold on, wait until that lone sun Breaks from the arms of the Lord hmm Hold on, though we may be too young To know this ride we're on hmmDepth over distance was all I asked of you And everybody round here's acting like a stone Still there's things I'd do, darling, I'd go blind for you If you let grow sometimes, let it grow sometimes, let it grow Just let it grow sometimes

[@geckodonkey]

it hasnt even started and i know i'm gonna like this ! yup, i do!

[@connorlawlormusic]

my finger automatically clicks the replay button over and over... not that im complaining.

[@islaneilson1340]

Seeing him next month :) sooo excited

[@todddavis240]

THE NEW STING!, maybe even better! Both were rough starting out but, Ben has developed much faster. Blown Away! PLEASE spread the word for more US concerts! Ben goes on the bucket list right off, Cannot say enough, Ben is a dancer on your soul. Peace

[@sewardsteve]

Superb...

[@AngieGrimal]

seriously this is an artist.

[@nuriabaena4916]

I san him recently in Madrid and It Was breathtaking

[@skulptivator]

agreed! Best version hands down

[@treydowns4710]

Holy shit

[@NayliNatasha]

this song is so amazing.

[@Decthebear]

This was on my birthday!

[@TheLocalSoul]

This song gives me a feeling i've never had before.

[@FreeRangePelican]

28 seconds ah, the sound of a canon shutter :') yes I'm sad love this song as well this guy really does have great talent.

[@Torakashi]

can´t get enough

[@tranquilseas12]

Amazing. That this man can make a whole room go quiet with a few strings and that voice.

[@CapoOats]

you can't help but wish a person "good night, my love. good night."

[@CohenBrohen]

Met him after a show. such a chill dude.

[@redmccsteve]

amazing song!!!!

[@MrJkca]

me too! the first time i heard this song i teared up.e

[@sdgsdgsdfgsdfv]

can't wait to see you in Portugal!

[@CDu999]

Gänsehaut!!!

[@theerulebreakerr]

Talented and british even better. Proud

[@CDu999]

Wenn man Ben singen hört, weiß man doch, dass da was Göttliches in jedem vom uns schlummert... Wie sonst könnte so etwas möglich sein? Wer Eckhart Tolle kennt, knows what I mean. :) Peace to all of you!

[@juliab5188]

auch beim fünfhundertsten mal noch tränen in den augen! :)

[@yuch12]

this is amazinng! love ben!!!

[@mihaelailieva1857]

Heartbreaking.....

[@ivanmilite371]

truly, in the best way possible

[@rfb5056]

His voice is Tracy Chapman-esk but taken so much deeper and with so much more yearning.

[@seanbish]

that is a shame. fortunately I had seen him play it twice before when he was in Manchester. amazing

[@literalyawesome]

this is awesome ! and you were incredible in brighton the other week !!

[@Kotzbatzen]

all these songs you can find on his older E.P.s "Old Pine" and "These Waters". Enjoy!