blur - The Narcissist (BBC Radio 2 In Concert)

blur perform 'The Narcissist' In Concert for BBC Radio 2
Hear the full blur concert on BBC Sounds at www.bbc.co.uk/...

[@jameswoods188]

My girlfriend passed away very suddenly a couple of weeks ago and I was on my own in a bar drinking...and this song came on, which I hadn't heard before. Blur were my favourite band as a child but hadn't listened to them in a years. Hearing an old familiar voice singing a beautiful song like this was so special, like an old friend reaching out to you when you need it the most.

[@___ngly]

rest in love🌻🌻🌻

[@mistyfleas]

🩷🩷🩷

[@cliffrenfrew9222]

Best wishes to you .. x

[@mattyl3072]

Condolences brother ❤ RIP

[@chriswade5531]

Bullshit

[@bonohewson2939]

In my humble opinion, for me it is one of the best songs written by blur, perfect lyrics and melody...

[@sebastianalfaro2564]

Hoy escuchè el disco y efectivamente me parece de las mejores canciones de esta epoca.-

[@stuofthepots]

Totally agree, it's bloody brilliant

[@DeadFlowers69]

It took me a while to get into, but I keep going back to it.

[@rike94]

Nah, you're just moved by the performance. It's an ok song. Not even close to their peak.

[@Wedjwants]

Correct

[@garethjones3806]

One of, if not the, best Blur song. Thinking man’s pop.

[@skypekai]

Just great pop, no need to devalue it by "thinking man's"

[@simoncole570]

This song is the ultimate grower. Was underwhelmed the first time I heard it and has just gradually got better and better. Absolutely love it now

[@denisepgalloway]

Same thing for me too.

[@electrolinks]

Same.

[@HerveBoisde]

I loved it immediately but hopefully the rest of the album is a grower because for now I’m underwhelmed except for Ballad

[@DavidBeckett-xz4lh]

And that how radio works. I really like it just listened now. Great performance 👏

[@jakubvarini]

true.

[@huwbradbury]

The more I hear this song, the more I love it.

[@tomwilko7841]

Damon had so much success as a young man that his confidence, naturally, bordered on arrogance...seeing him transform back into humility over time, despite continued success, is perhaps the most satisfying of all the blur narratives...i rate this song so highly, it's brilliant

[@alistairproductions]

I'm kinda surprised the performance doesn't have more views

[@stevenwhitelaw1306]

​@@alistairproductionsppl don't know what they're missing lol

[@theNomadz]

Awesome way of phrasing it

[@Mrsilenciobackgammon]

It’s fucking crazy how good they still are.

[@tiredrich]

This track is an all time Blur classic

[@PantheonLincoln]

I don't know why, but I love that Damon is playing one of Graham's signature Fender telecasters.

[@panchisimooo]

una muestra de cariño.

[@ronaldbear1]

What a proper rock tune

[@karlneale3596]

This song is class! Never been a huge blur fan. This song is genius 👏

[@gregblackwell6159]

One of the best songs I've heard in decades.

[@owen4585]

Who can believe after all these years this is the best stuff they have ever put out....

[@peaceofpiety]

When this song was first released on Spotify, I was shocked to see Damon was recording new Blur tracks when I had been to a Gorillaz concert just a few months prior. Even more surprised when Blur released the next song. Triple blown away when seeing Blur was touring. Does Damon ever rest? His soul is so full of Divine frequency; constantly creating. This track is excellent. Thanks, Blur! ❤

[@Greenypeter]

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[@glennoc8585]

Life is short and I think once you get to 50 life around you reinforces what you put to the back of your mind your youth...rightfully so too. Damon probably wants to be as creative as he can in his chosen musical career as time allows.

[@TheJohollins]

He’s also writing an opera!!

[@lucianogoyenechea8704]

and we started the year with an album by graham in the waeve and the debut of dave...

[@AdrianCachia256]

Damon lives for music! Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Platinum member 👏

[@JasonCarroll-qj3rn]

That song is an absolute masterpiece. I love it .

[@adriannademadriguera4859]

one of the best singles of 2023. just great. love from new york city.

[@hajarhusna4802]

Looked in the mirror So many people standing there I walked towards them Into the floodlights I heard no echo (no echo) There was distortion everywhere (everywhere) I found my ego (my ego) I felt rubato standing there Found my transcendence (transcendence) It played in mono-painted blue (painted blue) You were the Pierrot (the Pierrot) I was the dark room (the dark room) I'ma shine a light in your eyes (in your eyes) You'll probably shine it back on me But I won't fall this time With Godspeed, I'll heed the signs I saw the solstice (the solstice) The service station on the road (on the road) I took the acid (the acid) Under the white horses (the road) My heart, it quickened (it quickened) I could not tear myself away (myself away) Became addiction (addiction) If you see darkness, look away (look away) I'ma shine a light in your eyes (look away) You'll probably shine it back on me But I won't fall this time With Godspeed I'll heed the signs Oh, glorious world (glorious) Oh, potent waves, valleys gone wild (potent waves) Connect us to love (us to love) And keep us peaceful for a while (for a while) I'ma shine a light in your eyes (for a while) You'll probably shine it back on me (for a while) Yet I won't fall this time With Godspeed I'll heed the signs I'ma shine a light in your eyes (in your eyes, in your eyes) You'll probably shine it back on me (in your eyes) But I won't fall this time With Godspeed I'll heed the signs I won't fall this time With Godspeed I'll heed the signs

[@Yalter777]

Masterpiece! Oldy goldy Blur

[@Xirsuyx]

My 3 yr old loves the chorus and sings along with me when i played this. My first love was Blur and 30 years later it seems he is following into his dads footsteps.

[@jamiewort1220]

I strive to be like you

[@SteveMad1983]

My 6 year old daughter does the same 😊

[@stephenr80]

Those are the stories we need in the newz

[@kotm3]

It’s been a long long time I’ve listened to a song on repeat. It’s like it’s 95 again. Fantastic song. Damon sings it very well live.

[@DDVlogAR]

I live in Argentina. I was stuck on traffic a couple of weeks ago. Scrolling apple music I found that Blur released a new record. I have listened to it many times, and has brought so much memories. Since then, I started to listen all Blur's records, every day. All that music was my companion through university and so much more. From the bottom of my heart, I love those guys. I'm so grateful for all the music they have managed to land in my heart and soul.

[@stephenr80]

Same here tio!!! Solo que ya voy por Smiths!!! 😂

[@sax7380]

That is so Fugging good live.. Killed it

[@porkchop002]

This is so well mixed, wow. Amazing sound and performance all round!

[@Panny_T]

Damon Albarn can always and forever get it. He intrigues me in every way and I just love him and all his talents. Bless be the band, Blur!

[@rkid727]

Can’t say I know everything about Blur like I do Oasis, but this tune is up there. Can’t get enough of it. Catchy. Meaning. Guitars. It’s got it all.

[@ricardornt]

Same here. I'm "Oasis team" all the way but this song is amazing!

[@Solarstar10]

The key thing to know about Blur is that they're like Oasis, if Oasis were actually good.

[@rkid727]

@@Solarstar10 unnecessary

[@Solarstar10]

@@rkid727 Maybe, but I stand by it. Oasis are one of the most overrated bands in recent memory in my opinion. Some of the most bland and generic songwriting in contemporary rock music, anchored by absolutely irritating vocals. The ongoing feud between the two brothers, was the only remotely interesting thing about them, and even that got tiresome after while, with them coming across like incredibly petulant children.

[@rkid727]

@@Solarstar10 That’s fine. I compliment Blur and you crap on Oasis. Class.

[@sergeyrafirudov]

I have tears in my eyes to see Damon on the stage singing this song. It felt in that moment I've loved him since before I was born.

[@martinbelaoune241]

This isn't just a good song.....this is the best song I have heard in years and one of Blurs best!

[@kentmckinney4271]

Best thing out there right now. The album is incredible.

[@mefel]

Magic. A brilliant band that evolves, takes risks, loves performing together after all these year. They are beautiful. I adore them.

[@cristiancatsebastiani8043]

Magic stuff, Blur never disappointed to the fans. ❤️

[@becksy9999]

so good to see a proper band......playing proper music.........just lovely...musicians....and song writers........making music.......with heart....and soul........just lovely...

[@dazza912]

Sometimes you hear a song for the very 1st time and instantly love it. This is one of them. Others from my memory that stand out are 'Smells like teen spirt' Nirvana, 'across the universe' beatles, 'Afterglow' the Small Faces, 'are we here ' Orbital, 'how soon is now" Smiths to name a few..All different yet all hit the spot. Brilliant.

[@ponyboycurtis9345]

Yep, was a bug in my ear alright !!

[@jahnbon]

Goosebumps every time. A perfect meditation on performance, devoid of the usual self-pity such songs usually contain. No, 'oh, woe is me," simply "here's what I've done, and here's what I've learned," without condescension or regret. It's as good a song as Blur's ever written, and it's certainly the best rock song I've heard so far in 2023. This record makes me happy.

[@ponyboycurtis9345]

Well said, totally agree.

[@MarkLLynch]

I read your post as goosebumps were rising on my arms. Superb!

[@keith-s6q]

Just learned this song this morning. Love it.

[@craigbackhouse745]

I must have watched this 93 times so far. Superb. Blur are up there with the best ever.

[@rerrpr]

Still sounding great as always.

[@Сослагательноенаклонение]

As alvvays)

[@LowestoftBoy64]

Best song of the 2020s so far, I reckon. One of few I put on repeat.

[@Wiik117]

love this melancholic blur era

[@redskies4530]

Hi I recommend A song called 'the bond villain' by Robert Nix

[@Itsdarkmoons]

This rocks! Sounding better than ever! 🤘🤘🤘

[@iamyourfather3040]

They really hit the ground running with their comeback. It's like they were never away ❤

[@zeandiaz1791]

This is the song of the year.

[@themountaingoat21]

Top track..quality never fades

[@patrickryan5570]

It is nice to see Blur return to top form - they can certainly can write and make a brilliant song - I was lucky to get a golden ticket for their Saturday night Wembley show - it was absolutely gorgeous - the energy in that stadium was a joy to behold.

[@EvesRevenge]

Damon Albarn, what an amazing musician... I am always tuned in to a frequency that I love when I hear and see him perform. It's difficult to chose the right words to even describe that zone I go to, so l'm going to leave it at that. 😊❤❤❤❤

[@bluesubmariner1]

The best song of 2023!

[@ISLANDIV5]

Absolutely , it's a proper song written with heart and soul and there's some magic captured in there , a rare thing nowadays.

[@marklife.ox4]

I was there! Amazing evening!

[@davidellis5141]

New album out Friday !

[@54spatula]

There’s way too much drum machine(for me) in the album. What happened to the good old acoustic drum kit in albums?! It’s gives more of a raw edge to it. Shame.

[@MattHerrettMusic]

What a tune. An absolute metric fuck ton of heart.

[@deadstar44]

That last chorus just hits you in the feels every time. When he goes "I'll heed the sign", the song just soars to the highest heaven.

[@laurenceduriez1351]

I love oasis and blur. And that's why i'm the happiest man on earth

[@InspirationSessions]

I thought this was catchy from the first listen but the more I hear it, the more moving the lyrics become too... Blur have still got it!

[@danilogonzalezmx]

Definitely

[@redskies4530]

Hi I recommend A song called 'the bond villain' by Robert Nix

[@EmmaRoydsared]

This track is so personal to Damon. It kinda makes you feel like you're intruding on his private life. But, it's the best track this year so far, so you just have to listen, and again, and again ❤❤

[@seanharris5602]

Ive just watched this on the box ,tv, song of the year ,wow

[@NarrowboatSummerBee]

I love them and I love their new album, every song is timeless, nostalgic and just beautiful - can't wait to see them play this tomorrow 😍

[@rickiehoxton]

They’re just brill aren’t they!! May they never stop making and playing music…

[@Bedfordbomber1]

Definitely one of my favourite top 10 Blur songs. Like most Blur songs, it sounds so much better live.

[@cenkkmusic]

What a comeback! Great tune

[@kopancsfak1853]

Absolutely brilliant. Can't get it out of my head.

[@Paulhannan2004]

Love Graham’s chiming guitar. Makes this song even better

[@gabriellopezyever5762]

What a song!!! Unreal that Damon is able to release 2 amazing albums the same year

[@dr.primerlikesyou]

Been listening to this on repeat since it came out, guess I've found my favorite Blur song, live version is great!

[@noleftynorighty457]

This song is really good

[@bluetimmy24]

Possibly one of their best songs now, love to see them still releasing hits like this one

[@MothGirl007]

They've still totally got it! 🔥🔥🔥

[@zeandiaz1791]

I keep coming back for this performance. You can even hear Damon's subtle crunch guitar parts too, especially with good headphones (it's panned a bit to the left).

[@georgebevan4433]

Fantastic song and a testament to how good they are

[@jonatherton]

Song of the year. One of their best. The lyrics are just beautiful. Oh, glorious world, Oh, potent waves, valleys gone wild, Connect us to love, And keep us peaceful for a while.

[@ClauCep]

My six year old daughter loves this song since the day she listened to it for the first time. She got hooked on it. It must be because of its perfection.

[@bernlin2000]

These guys are sounding VERY VITAL. This song is an instant classic

[@tyleragnew]

Exactly the word

[@redskies4530]

Hi I recommend A song called 'the bond villain' by Robert Nix

[@MarcusBeard]

When I'm in "the mood" this is one of my favourite songs ever by Blur and from any band in the last 20 years. Blur but middle-aged (in a very good way)

[@davidlaw5916]

Brilliant song.

[@yourdasellsavon9928]

The song on the album I keep replaying, unbelievable writing.

[@DeadFlowers69]

Nothing makes me happier than these guys getting back together and having a blast.

[@samcushing3790]

Phenomenal song, one of their best. Makes me wish more than anything that it was 1995 again.

[@craigwythe4581]

I love this song, brilliant live performance

[@priskawahyurininta1288]

one of their best. great song!!

[@steveking176]

Another absolute stoke of genius. Love it.

[@violetgenoska9779]

Great song with lyrics that actually means something important.

[@johngammon963]

Great band, God bless them x

[@stenna9274]

Holy shit this song crushes. So beautiful.

[@dimasmelfi2622]

Honestly the first time I heard it on the radio I felt something was missing, but then every time I listened the deeper it got inside me. Now that I've seen them playing and felt their passion it definitely touched my heart. Thanks so much for your art, always. Abrazos desde Argentina

[@damoh5596]

Its just absolutely class Been away for years and come bak with this 👌

[@pauryn6828]

This Is the best Song of new album

[@philmccreavy9514]

Fantastic that's right m thanks enjoying full throttle x

[@Jarvisc12]

Great album. One of their best.

[@henrikrdstherchristie9553]

I've got a few personal highlights with this band. One was in 1991 when I studied in London and I saw them at the Venue in New Cross. Then in 1995 at Roskilde, post Parklife.

[@rosscameron1799]

The Ballad of Darren is one of the best albums of the last 20 years imo and this song is a true masterpiece

[@BrentHamphrey]

Live music at its best

[@redred9882]

Its sooooo good to have the mighty Blur back with a new album 😀😀

[@Gelsyviolet]

Gran bella canzone. Bravi! I remember I will follow. Grazie

[@kingdicelille]

Beautiful song from a beautiful album. Overjoyed they're still around.

[@rhysperegrine5100]

Amazing. Not sure about the rest of the album yet, but this song is 10/10. Barbaric is the only other track that stood out on my first listen

It gets better in every new listening, keep trying, you'll see.

[@danielelsegood5069]

Better to take in the lyrics than expect head banging tunes

[@AdamD9234]

Damon and the gang do it again, another amazing album and this chorus wow 🤩

[@flasheante]

Best song of the album and instant classic.

[@paulrhyslloyd1]

It’s been fourteen years since I saw them for the first and so far only time in Hyde Park but I’d happily go see them again. His is a great, catchy song.

[@윤슬-u2d]

처음에는 조금 심심한가 싶었는데 계속 들으니깐 진짜 너무 좋다 ㅜㅜ

[@sebastiancastaneda4421]

I just love Blur and this song its amazing. Beautiful! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@ronaldbear1]

What a bloody top song 🎉

[@cricket555]

Hits you right in the heart.

[@Carnivalihq]

It sounds like Interpol. It’s brilliant. ⭐️