Big Country - Fragile Thing (HQ)

[@aarlevanbram]

how can someone ending up in a Motel at Hawaii only two years later thinking he is alone while thousands of people are looking for him? If you are down and out please seek help, you won't regret it!

[@jackgriffin4530]

I am 73. Vietnam Vet who was young and exposed to Agent Orange. I am now in the end stages of the Parkinson's Disease. I CAN'T DO ANYTHING NOW. IT'S All over!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! : (

[@craiggibson2965]

An absolute tragedy and 1 I still can't understand even today

[@padraigsisk4057]

@@craiggibson2965 Damascus after Steeltown their best. Stuart needed good management like what U2 management had.

[@padraigsisk4057]

@@jackgriffin4530 hi Jack, sorry to hear your troubles especially when u serve ur country. As Stuart said Come up screaming

[@ianhawdon3680]

I am there too jack 3 weeks ago died,came back 64 yrs old crying all the time about missing heroes in music sturt adamson the ruts owen etc cant seem to açept i am stil here not sure i want to be

[@TRANExWRECK]

I am so glad my father introduced me to this band when I was younger, I'm only 19 and I think I'm the only one my age that truly appreciates this band.

[@AnFithich]

This was over a decade ago, but I really hope you keep that appreciation for BC well into your 30s and beyond.

[@Mindset6927]

One of the most underrated bands of the 80's. RIP Stuart - Your gift that you shared with the world will be sorely missed.

[@briandavis8939]

Tristan Biggs no chance they where never underrated in the 80s

[@jumpinjojo]

Tim Begg Not underrated at all. What are you smoking?

[@padraigmarcus]

Stuart Adamson always has lyrics that have impact. In this song, the lyric "I could walk a 1000 miles tonight and never find my place...at least until it gets too light to hide my tearful face." This is powerful poetry folks. If I were an English teacher in high schoole or college, I'd make my students study this poetry over most the crap I had to study has a kid.

[@scneese64]

Miss you, love you, adore you, only wish I'd known you. RIP Stuart My father who was a lifelong musician unexpectly passed away just 2 months ago, 5 days after being diagnosed with bladder cancer so Stuart, if in the afterlife you meet my Dad you guys will have a lot in common to talk about & do some major jamming tunes. Love you Dad & Stuart

[@gerdyzermann1772]

They sure have a good time!

[@sinister066]

one of the best singer/song writers the UK ever produced.

[@gareth630]

Still missing you Big man.

[@tyeistops]

Stuart was a genius; saw BC over 70* times; he never remembered me; i'm ok with that....found it hard to talk at times; he'd put me at ease.....just soo friggin' grateful for what he/they left!.....and Tony,Bruce and Mark; all in their own way have/will, still help us to never forget! In their own way..whatever they do.....i doubt Stuart will ever be forgotten! For as long as they survive; pretty darn sure they'll be 'nods' to Stuart in whatever form; a lasting impression on all of us!

[@jamesbrennan5360]

Can't believe you had the privilege to see them over 70 times. I'd give anything for 1 last gig.

[@bfbjr]

I've listened to Big Country nearly every day since 1983. Thanks Stuart.

[@doran44]

This is another great song from Stuart and the lads.The CD "Driving to Damascus"is great.This band should have enjoyed a higher level of recognition,especially in North America.But it is good to see that so many people do care about this band and remember Stuart with love and respect.

[@AnFithich]

I've never seen this video and yet it's everything I imagined, a Scot alone in a diner in America, the utter loneliness of missing a connection, oceans apart. I feel it strongly resonates imagery from Shattered Cross as well; the man in black, the woman in red, I have a music video in my head for that too, and it looks a lot like this, especially the figure alone on the road, the dusts in the air, that sense of futility... Fragility. Life and love both. I'm incredibly disappointed that for whatever reason they cut the verse including the line "all I ever wanted, was to be that hero too" in part because it resonates so strongly with me personally, but also because I think it's a very telling truth he immortalised in song. I think if he'd realised he *was* a hero, how many people's lives he'd changed, he could have returned to Scotland, to a hero's welcome. We shouldn't erase that, I think. But what do I know? I'm a lost Scots poet myself and I just feel strongly about certain words and phrases sometimes and today it was that one. His words affected me and every piece of poetry from me will continue his legacy in the only way I can. I wouldn't be the writer I am today without his poetry saving the days, and getting me through "a lot of cold nights, missing..."

[@frankstared]

Beautiful writing. He is sorely missed and elsewhere I have said to others that we need to celebrate what he did create and was released. Now though I acknowledge that grieving is an individual journey. Yet, his empathy, humanism, and connection to others in his lyricism haunts me too. I feel for all who were touched by the Big Man with a heart as big as the world, a heart that bled for this world, too.

[@AnFithich]

​@@frankstared I honestly don't think a day goes by that my own thoughts or writing don't turn to his poetry for inspiration, for empathy, for understanding. I think he had a great depth of insight into the soul, and that's why his works are so enduring, and so haunting. Have you come across these interpretations? kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3fUeqBtqJt1pq8 There's another video linked in the description with a commentary on the thoughts behind the cover, and this one, I was listening to again today: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4Cyo4iknMeUr68 It's not just Stuarts own voice that resonates, but the lyrics and the meanings and emotions he conveyed. I feel like the covers by this channel and Karine Polewart on the Scottish Songbook add a mark of respect to what Stuart was gifting us. I guess that's the probelm with having "a heart as big as a mountain" it can contain so many caverns, and so much darkness too. I hope he knew how much he gave while he was here, now just how much felt taken from him, in the end.

[@frankstared]

@@AnFithich Great response. I prefer the former interpretation of perhaps one of my favourite BC tunes to the later. However, as you say, great art inspires us in countless ways-many and most of them not immediately obvious. I can truly say that BC, and in particular Stu's tremulous lyricism, was integral to my own validation at a time when I had few admirable role models. My formative early teen years were spent replaying 'The Crossing', 'Wonderland EP' and 'Steeltown', on cassette tapes, tapes I repeatedly repaired. In terms of the darkness he carried, I can speak to you about my own intuitions concerning that but I would prefer not to do so here as I would not wish to alienate others. He most certainly knew about the way he touched others and I feel, while he cherished that, what he held onto consumed him. Might you know where the original CountryClub BC fan club forum is? I posted there when I found out about his death but have been unable to locate the original forum. Regardless, rest assured that his words and songs will always be woven into my own fiber...and I would have it no other way.

[@briandonnelly8749]

Best comment I have read on KZbin respect. Greetings Scotland

[@AnFithich]

@@briandonnelly8749 Thank you so much for stopping by to say so, and for reading. This really means a lot to me.

[@Toyah13]

Well I'm 17 and they're still my favourite band. :D

[@briandonnelly8749]

Hope your still listening to Big country. Greetings from Scotland

[@Toyah13]

@@briandonnelly8749 I'm 30 now but I still listen to Big Country!

[@briandonnelly8749]

@@Toyah13 😘🙃

[@briandonnelly8749]

@@Toyah13 😘

[@colinwatt3958]

Brings a tear to my eye every time I listen to this. Fantastic song. Still can't believe Stuart has passed on to another world.

[@wightman1987]

Only reaching 69 in the UK charts, this has to be one of the most underrated songs

[@brianbigcountry]

Shouid have been at least a top 20 😳..great Album DTD. That i still play often

[@speleokeir]

There was a reason for that. According to Classic Rock: "Fragile Thing was A-listed at Radio 2 and the single looked a dead cert to make the top 40 until chart regulators CIN decided that the ‘pizza box’ packaging of the CD2 single had one too many folds in it. Sales would therefore not be eligible." Basically it sounds like sales were sabotaged due to some petty technicality. Here's a link to the full article if you're interested. I wouldn't say I agree with all of it, such as the opinion about The Seer album (my personal favourite), but nevertheless it's an interesting read. www.loudersound.com/features/the-life-and-hard-times-of-big-country-and-stuart-adamson

[@brianbigcountry]

@@speleokeir Good Wee read .cheers 👍.had DTD on this afternoon .beat the crap on the TV for Sure

[@djpriddin6211]

@@brianbigcountry I still play mine very often as well . Great album ☺️ so many years after The Crossing creates DTD. In between, only two or three indifferent songs.

[@johnweinberger128]

@@speleokeir cheers for the share. I was very interested in reading it since I was just at the Drake Motel in Nashville to walk where Stuart walked. Sounds crazy, but I could feel his spirit there.

[@sdhunterx]

This is a great song but the video makes me sad given what hapened to Stuart. The older I get the more I love Big Country. They were, and indeed are, magnificent.

[@lisaknell6018]

Stuart you are still missed and always will be. You were loved by many, even though you probably didn't believe it. Thanks for sharing your gifts with the world, you deserved a kinder fate. 😢 x

[@stephenreid1527]

As always he speak`s for many.. Great man RIP

[@isabellle87]

stu , i hope you know how much we miss you! when i look at you alone in this hotel it makes me want to cry...

[@mrnosebear7406]

Fine song and excellent duet between Eddie und Stu. We still miss you, Stuart. RIP

[@douginedin]

yup, she did backing vocals on a few of the tracks on the Album Driving to Damascus. and she is in good company, the last guest vocalist on a song of theirs was Kate Bush on The Seer, from the Album the Seer.

[@lovewonderfulcolours]

Happy 60th birthday, Stu. :( Thank you for everything. Especially this song.

[@richardtgregg2766]

There’s a Big Country shaped hollow in my heart.

[@johnnybonds77]

one of the best singer/songwriters the world ever produced.

[@leeturner8023]

I spend a lot of cold nights missing you... marvelous tune. RIP Stu

[@umaholburns]

we had a vote at work about the best band ever... we're talking about the length of the UK with a variety of peoples picking it... Big Country won by a mile... is it any wonder when songs like this that touch the heart and bring a tear to the eye are so beautiful...

[@dawneabdulal-bari9313]

Classic adult tunes...Miss you Stuart...Thanks for the memories ;->

[@Daniel-yc1ff]

If you ever feel down, lonely, or need someone to talk to...I'm here. I suffer much like Stuart had.

[@dawneabdulal-bari9313]

How sweet! Very kind of you indeed Daniel. I am actually researching for a book about the 4 lads. April 11th should be 'Stuart Adamson Day' in Crossgates...dontcha think?

[@Daniel-yc1ff]

Yes, that would be a great day.

[@Daniel-yc1ff]

Message me on my KZbin channel so we can stay in contact via email or otherwise.

[@dawneabdulal-bari9313]

;->

[@erikhageffryn911]

Such a great song. Somehow sad... And the female singer's voice is awesome. Thanks to Big Country for this song too!

[@MisterBagg]

Eddi Reader

[@kristipotochnik7083]

Eerily awesome-RIP Stuart. You are missed by too many; you departed far too so 'on. The World morns a great musician whose songs saved many while he distroyed himself because he was human; Rest Peacefully in the arms of the Universe. Kristi Potohnik

[@MrRECP]

Eddie Reader has the best Scottish female vocal that I have EVER heard. She is another lost talent, she should have been more recognised than she is. Big Country ROCK!!!!

[@ketweazle]

reminds me of my holidays in austria and italy when i was young my dad listend to this song much haha. Awesome song

[@kevpeanut2010]

This song is just simply phenomenal 🔥

[@craiggibson2965]

Love listening to big country and always get emotional when I hear the genius that is sadly no longer with us 😢😢

[@mrjohnnyboy65]

Saw BC in Phoenix Park opening for U2. they were GREAT then and still are. I also saw them touring BUFFALO SKINNERS at the Stone Pony, Asbury Park, NJ. Another great show. Started listening to them alot in the past three months. I guess my ex-girlfriend triggered it. this song really tears me up ....

[@moggiesdad]

This in my humble opinion is the best Big Country song ever...I wish they would have had the same success here in the states as they did in the UK....

[@rockfan9275]

That closing shot gives me chills every time. It's almost as if they knew what lay ahead. Great song and great video.

[@DreamingOfBaba]

The whole video is like that. When they drive by him while he's walking is just too...sad.

[@kilts4u2]

In this video, Stuart resembles actor Ray Liotta a bit facially. Seldom does a day pass in which I lament his passing. .especially in the manner that he left the earth. His brilliance as a songwriter and guitarist is unsurpassed and I'm thankful I got to see him and BC in better times. The mark of a great artist is how they effect the way you feel for years to come. To that end, Stuart Adamson accomplished that. He is truly missed.

[@Nessie2410]

One of my favourite songs by BC, with lovely voice of Eddi Reader.

[@jasonbrooks8274]

Never forgotten, never under appreciated. RIP. In loving memory of my good friend Johnny 1 way. X Boat Drinks.

[@sdhunterx]

Big Country at their best. Loved them and miss them hugely. Deserved so much more recognition. If only Stuart knew how much we cared. Rest in Peace mate.

[@briantrend1812]

I named my irish setter Big Country he passed away on Nov 2nd 2002

[@catherinemarlow6932]

I’d given anything to have been there for him. His music was there for me so many times. I miss my friend...one day I hope to meet you, Stu. You were my friend of the heart.

[@ChemicalAngel175]

@TRANExWRECK I got my kids into them too, and they are 20, 17 and 15!! They were brought up listening to them lol Stunning lyrics, and a voice no-one can rival.

[@tammysilvey8036]

Still & always listening to BC. Just ❤ these guys. 😘

[@showmerightnow]

Wow. That song is so haunting and wonderful, but I'd never seen the video before. Didn't even know there was one. I can't believe Stuart is gone. I was lucky to see the band live 5 times. Totally underrated group. Oh, Stuart why did you leave us? Thank you for posting this video.

[@nigelhutt9921]

A true gem of a song from an amazing album. You simply can't listen to this only once it draws you in like a magnet

[@sgtwilkosbarmyarmy]

Theres thousands missing you Stuart!!! Believe your music will never die!! Come on Big Country fans......WE WANT MORE!!!

[@Charmed19832]

I love this song, it is so brilliant, thouh i miss Stuart too, he wrote the best lyrics ever and played guitar so good, that noone can play better

[@jamesbrennan5360]

Like most people I was gutted when I heard about Stuart’s death. Big Country have been and always will be my number one band ever. End of story. Always listening to boy's as well as Stuarts side gig with Marcus (The Raphaels). Reading some of the comments just reaffirms what I have thought for forty odd years. Singer, song writer, Guitarist, entertainer there are few in this world that can/could sit at the top table. Only ever managed to see the Big Country once in my life and it is also one of my biggest regrets. Can't help but think of all the music we could have enjoyed. So, remember him, his songs and if you need help talk to someone, anyone well all do at some point in our life's.

[@JANNAMINISTRY]

Stuart, you were the best! Stuart was the best Singer, and songwriter! This song was a great song among many of his songs. Stuart, you are missed dearly!

[@ulascilingir]

Sad to live in a world where Ryan's toy review attracts more views in a day than this masterpiece has in 16 years...

[@sshaver81]

The best song Ive heard in a long time. I love that there's songs out there like this.

[@FranchiseBlade]

I love the song and enjoyed many of the comments. Many of you spoke very elegantly about Stuart. I wish I could too. I trust that I won't, so I'll be overly wordy and not as effective in what I'm trying to say instead. He was a bard and troubadour. His music and words always inspired and moved me. I am saddened by the depth of his sorrow. I wish there had been a way for him to get help. The ironic thing is that many of his songs speak of hard times but they often had a spirit of a good battle against those hard times and inspired me in my own life. This song has a deep sadness, but was blended so well with lyric and music that it is a truly artistic and a piece to be admired. Eddie Reader's vocals add a great deal. The whole band are insanely talented and use their talent in a way that always serves the song more than their own glory or vanity.

[@jimazel]

Sleep well Stuart. I first knew of you and Big Country back in 1997. You rock my friend and left your footprint on earth. Love you lots and will always listen to your stuff. Happy dreams.

[@hakanlindgren2591]

THIS is proof that Big Country were no fad. Perfection! Too bad it's not on Spotify

[@alfiethaxter]

It is now matey!

[@Diadema033]

wonderful! And this was the last album of them! Look what they did!

[@michaelbragg6903]

One of Stuart's best.

[@xRusty7x]

I think I've just heard my new favourite track, I'm a BC fan who lost touch for years but have my ticket for the London show. Stuarts memory lives on.

[@Wullie13w]

"Fragile Thing" Thank you ma'am for asking Yes I'm on my own I guess it's kind of obvious I'm eating here alone I'm grateful for the company Tired of talking to myself Don't you look into my eyes You might see someone else I've been to see a movie About a man who saved the world Had the same old happy ending Where the hero gets the girl And all I ever wanted Was to be that hero too Then I might still be with her Instead of here with you Love is a small and fragile thing I spend a lot of cold nights missing you Keep it in your hands or let it take wing I spend a lot of cold nights missing you Thank you for your time ma'am I'm gonna go and walk I might as well do that Because I'm running out of talk I could walk a thousand miles tonight And never find my place At least until it gets too light To hide my tearful face Love is a small and fragile thing I spend a lot of cold nights missing you Keep it in your hands or let it take wing I spend a lot of cold nights missing you I spend a lot of cold nights missing you There's a low ballet on the highway Brief faces in the light I catch them for a second Heading somewhere in the night And we have no connection But the darkness and the road I better find a place tonight I better call it home Love is a small and fragile thing I spend a lot of cold nights missing you Keep it in your hands or let it take wing I spend a lot of cold nights missing you I spend a lot of cold nights missing you

[@johnmulrain2779]

I just love this,Eddie and Stuart's voices knit well together. I also thing this track shows how BC music had matured over the years ❤ ❤

[@goodman365]

@TRANExWRECK your not the only one im 22 listened since the age of 7 there isnt bad song they did and stuart was just truly talented and will live in my memory forever

[@anpr1984]

absolutely brilliant! Was lucky enough to see BC several times between 85 & 99. The best live band I've ever seen. God bless Stuart and the chaps for the magical music they gave us over the years.

[@JANNAMINISTRY]

Stuart was Big Country, and will always be Big Country. I happen to be blessed, and know Shelli, Stuart's Beautiful daughter. I know this family! Stuart started Big Country,and Stuarts music will never die! Shelli's, hit's "Wonder" and "Here In The Dark" are beautiful songs. Stuart's music will live on and never die. Best singer and songwriter UK ever .

[@rogerkay8603]

16/12/21 is twenty years I think. Barring incidents and accidents I'll raise a glass to you Stuart.

[@TheStormyriver]

1st saw big country in 85 now i got my 11 year old daughter listening to this song if possible she may love it more than me. if u love this have a listen to troubled man it might just break your heart though.

[@albertimmanuel1069]

Some will come back with a bang. Stuward went with a bang. Eteranal song n heavenly melody

[@guymorgan3648]

Fantastic album

[@musicfunkydude]

Even now if i walk into our local musicshop for strings or whatever ,i still expect to bump into the bigman, cant believe he's gone.Heartbreaking.

[@jonetrance4495]

one of the best songs ever made

[@AndrewPurcellmusic]

My friend Tony who's a massive Big Country fan put me onto this, and I did follow Big Country in their early days...I'm now going to investigate their later stuff..He said this video is ominous....He wasn't wrong was he....R.I.P Stuart...

[@darrenlewis2737]

keep the music alive stayalive 30 years bigman

[@elprado1963]

Yes they were better.... Incredible that so many people have not listened to their greatness !!! I am glad I do.... Each and Every Day... RIP Stuart...

[@kevindahlenburg6014]

Still miss you and your music.

[@Mazzy31]

God, this bring tears to my eyes, it was tragic what happenedwith Stuart but his talent and songs will always be remembered the all fans.

[@NorSkot]

So I just listened to this twice. This is my third listen: there is a verse missing here! I was singing along (can't help it, it's my favourite song in the world) 3rd (and best, IMHO) verse, is actually "I've been to see a movie About a man who saved the world Had the same old happy ending Where the hero gets the girl And all I ever wanted Was to be that hero, too And then I might still be with her Instead of here with you"

[@owenmcgee8496]

Shows what happens when record companies go mad editing, where nothing can be longer than 4 minutes long!

[@AnFithich]

Same here! I'm on my third listen and searching the comments for lyrics to find out if this is a different version or what. Glad someone else out there noticed. Absolutely scandalous that they would edit his poetry like this, because it speaks volumes, and was the line in my head when I got the inclination to listen to it just now.

[@milesfromneworleans]

Great tune!

[@runrigm7]

stuart we miss you greetings from germany to all bc fans in the world

[@gmichaelt]

Met Stuart twice. One of the nicest, gentlest chaps you could ever hope to meet. What a bloody shame. At least he left us a few tunes. Still too sad.

[@owenmcgee8496]

Many of Stuart Adamson's latter songs sound like they were inspired by his divorce, being separated from his wife and kids back in Scotland, while he was trying to reinvent himself in America. This one, 'too many ghosts' and 'shattered cross' especially. Turning to drink did him in. Driving to Damascus was his attempt to save the day.

[@paulburt8283]

Driving To Damascas A Fitting Epitath Great Songwriter ,Great Singer ,Great Guitar ,The GUVNOR !!!!!!!!!!

[@loopingstaruk]

Was never a huge fan of Big Country's 90's stuff , but listening to this again just makes you realise they were still coming up with the odd great song , even if they were being largely ignored . I think this is probably Big Country's best video too

[@SheWoreLemon83]

This song is definitely growing on me, Stuart's voice is gorgeous. At first I wasn't sure what to make of it compared to the first 3 or 4 studio albums and quite frankly if this wasn't Big Country I'd probably by pass it because it doesn't exactly do a whole a lot for me, but I also like this video because Stuart looks good n' healthy.

[@trickydicky1971]

Been singing this all day

[@padraigmarcus]

This song is yet another example of Stuart's brilliance. The lyric "I could walk a thousand miles tonight and never find my place. At least until it gets to light to hide my tearful face."

[@OCOrbits]

It can't get any better than this song I know we all spend much time missing Stuart

[@JJohnston3711ProInk]

A TRULY SEAMLESS Song. The Songwriter's "perfection".

[@carlangas977]

Great song👍

[@JA-ou7nt]

Beautiful song. Should have been a bigger hit. Guest vocalist Eddi Reader looks rather lovely.

[@kevseabass]

can't get enough of big country vids on you tube. nice one!

[@LisaXxX50]

Manche gehen zu früh und keiner weiß es, aber der Verlust ist riesig. In stillem Gedenken an stuart. Ich hoffe da, wo du jetzt bist, gehts dir gut, wo immer das ist.

[@dlemare]

Anybody know what album this version is from? The piano is toned down a slight bit and more of eddie reader's vocals compared to the "Drivin' to Damascus" version. This is one of my favourite BC songs from stuart's 'Nashville' period.

[@Artisanian1]

Brilliant, can't get this melody out of my head...

[@ascent7]

beutiful meloncholic vibe . Makes you yearn for things......

[@kezzer2]

Miss him and his bros in the band God bless and take care....so sad..love and peace dudes...x

[@1752mack]

Love this band totally n Stuart 4ever....So much missed!!! xxx

[@מירנהדהפז]

Just Lovely Song, mirna d

[@simfaithguitar1]

Holy cow! This is great!

[@dutchboy25al]

Where was I when this song came out? I spend the long nights missing you...

[@JANNAMINISTRY]

Brian,you,Stuart,and shelli are all legends.

[@kylewoolsey6635]

Passing through Nashville I stopped at the Drake to take a few pictures. I think I met the manager. “ Oh, you just want to park your car here? You don’t have any business here. You better leave. “. Nice people. I can see why the stars used to love it so much. Oh, well. Love the album version of the song I bet a C&W performer or group could have a big hit with this song.

[@brianbigcountry]

shouid have been a hit ...for sure