Bryan Adams and Melanie C - When You're Gone (Classic Version)

The classic song re-recorded in 2022 available in both stereo and spatial audio.
(Atmos mixes are available at Apple Music)
24 years after they first sang this song, Bryan and Mel return with a re-recording and new video of their classic "When You're Gone". Guitarist Keith Scott also makes a rockin' appearance here.
Filmed backstage in Mel's hometown of Widnes, England by Sebastien Debellefeuille
Directed and produced by BA
Recorded and mixed by Hayden Watson
Written by Bryan Adams and Eliot Kennedy.
I’ve been wandering around the house all night
Wondering what the hell to do
I’m trying to concentrate but all I can think of is you
Well the phone don't ring cuz my friends ain't home
I’m tired of being all alone
Got the TV on cuz the radios' playing
Songs that remind me of you
Baby when you're gone - I realise I’m in love
Days go on and on
And the nights just seem so long
Even food don't taste that good
Drink ain't doing what it should
Things just feel so wrong - baby when you're gone
I’ve been driving up and down these streets
Trying to find somewhere to go
Ya i'm lookin' for a familiar face
But there's no one I know
This is torture - this is pain
It feels like I’m gonna go insane
Hope you're coming back real soon
Cuz I don't know what to do
Baby when you're gone - I realise I’m in love
Days go on and on
And the nights just seem so long
Even food don't taste that good
Drink ain't doing what it should
Things just feel so wrong - baby when you're gone
©2022 Badams Music Limited
#bryanadamswhenyouregone #melaniecwhenyouregone #melaniec #whenyouregone

[@alabaster193]

They're 2 of my favorites and it was great to see them. Real talent never fades and I love this song.

[@Mattstheway]

You know what... Mel C is friggin' gorgeous.

[@kevdoe3360]

Yeah, and the only "Spice Girl" that can sing and made a great career at it!

[@thylacine1004]

Yes,she is smoking hot !

[@angieadoranti]

Agreeeeeeeeeed!

[@wtfwtfwtf7777]

I always said she was the most beautiful spice

[@bobabooey4537]

Knew that a longgggggggg time ago.

[@TobinPT]

I miss the good old times :(

[@sonnykartika7588]

Never old, Mel C & Brian..still fresh hearing this song in 2024

[@stevekostakis2983]

Their voices blend so well..a great song that still powers through.

[@Adams__09]

legends getting old..but this song is lit even after 20 years🔥bryan adams making 90s alive again🔥...hit like if you agree 👍

[@DistantCousin]

Yes, but age ain't nothing but a number!

[@SavyBajaBuster]

18 till they die🤘

[@andreashoppe1969]

No, legends never get old! They have just orbited the sun more often. They look young and vital!

[@henriknielsen1176]

So you are just after likes? 🙄

[@kentherapy7022]

The choreography and camerawork in this clip is brilliant. Damn...Bryan has a new girl...👀

[@Nobody3in1]

February 2024 still on love with this song....❤ From Indonesia

[@reyandalzamprasetyo18]

Lagu jaman SMA 😅sekarang udh emak anak 2

[@alinka1776]

❤from Russia

[@xzczxz]

I am in

[@mrwaah9989]

sama nih 🤗🤗

[@simonesantos7340]

Amiga como eu queria conhecer a indonésia 😊

[@kaelinvictus6039]

This got the 90s vibe and gives us a glimpse of the sane world we once had.

[@jbhk7977]

That world is still ours if we want it. Problem is, we seem to have lost the spirit to fight for it my friend. We even allow the idiots to push for ww3. Why are the streets empty in the US I wonder. The past 4 years they did nothing, literally nothing to show they disagree.

[@SiberianSwiftieAlexanderS]

Hold on, buddy, the sane world has not been lost yet. Depends on you and me.

[@David-lr7ct]

amen to that brother THE BANKSTERS have oppressed the people of the world this is the result,greedy hubris people

[@pragjyotishbhuyangogoi8363]

A big shout out to Keith Scott- one of the most underrated guitarists ever.

[@jaminyitan3274]

My favourite guitarist since childhood.

[@gh-dw3tg]

Yup....100% correct.

[@eduardoantoniodicavalcanti]

Você disse uma verdade bem lembrada!🤩😍

[@spacebar9476]

Absolutely man. The guy is fantastic.

[@ricardofreitas6973]

Keith is great! The right tone, in right place, in right moment. 🤘

[@PeterDanitofea]

First heard this song on the radio when I was 16 years old. Now I'm 40 and still love this song.

[@Damian-sn2sx]

Happened the same, I was 28 , now 49...and still enjoying this gem

[@kingsknightuk]

snap!!!! heard it when i was just about to start college at 16. i turn 40 next week

[@tomsiamandrelis6446]

Me too im 57 now

[@fran33333]

I was 13

[@lucianadelorenzo610]

me too!!!

[@Thediamondduck11]

They’ve both aged very well and it sounds just as good as it did 25 years ago!

[@AnotherKentPaul]

You know it's playback and the same old song?!..

[@diptenbanerjee7325]

Dear Radio, please play me these beautiful songs.

[@deltafarce6994]

20 years later & this song still has the feels!

[@kyleclunies-rossdanielsson6409]

24 years later 😍

[@chezdavies3074]

I love it....still playing regularly! 💖🎶💖

[@DeepakKumar-cj3zk]

Correct

[@DesertSageArizona]

Totally 💯

[@mariaribeiro3579]

Que lindos, musica perfeita⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@paulsaunders8457]

Mel C is totally underrated, and this proves it.

[@danaso2567]

Damn straight

[@jadepixie2719]

Mel C is definitely a underrated solo artist.

[@wendyj400]

She’s crap singer heard better on karaoke

[@muppetmittstheOG]

She was short-changed. Best singer out of all the Spice Girls.

[@thefunkygibbon1881]

I totally underappreciated her. She is absolutely stunning.

[@happynappy]

Mel C is still gorgeous for a woman close to 50. She has aged like fine wine.

[@Paola-gd6sn]

Sembra una ragazzina

[@vintage1701H]

I think she was much younger in this video... 🤷‍♂️😬

[@anthonylaw2109]

@@vintage1701Hyea same

[@marckevin203]

She defintely the most gorgeous and not to mention the most talented of the Spice Girl in my opinion and I even had a crush on her during my childhood.

[@Luca33600]

@@marckevin203her and Emma definetly were the best singers and are the most prettiest

[@ryadbhugalee7793]

The only one among the Spice Girls who really embodies who she's been all along: sporty, loves making music and has a GREAT voice. We want more from you Mel C.

[@user-gg2sk2rt4i]

Согласна на все сто!!! Мелли лучшая из перчинок!!!!❤

[@MikeWilsonBarrett]

She is brilliant. She is more than just a singer. A songwriter. A DJ. An inspiration. She along with Bryan is a musical genius.

[@linagiusto8965]

I totally agree!!!!😊

[@paulreilly2304]

Impressive that this is one continuous shot. No cuts, no edits. And timed perfectly for the exit outside at the end.

[@Athree120979]

And so with the slomo effect applied.. if you notice the detail of this shot.

[@CoverSongs-hz5os]

How did they get in sync with this slomo though? Did they play the song at twice the speed while recording the video?

[@DailyEurope]

I admire Mel's acrobatics. All of us, stay healthy, sing it out and keep moving🙏

[@realrean]

She's sporty spice indeed

[@justiceempire1170]

I love Bryans husky voice combined with Melanie's melodic voice. 💖👍💚💜💙💛🧡❤

[@jonatasvilarinho6740]

Among the Spice girls, she was the one who aged the best. She is prettier today than she was 20 years ago. I love this song and the videoclip. This was cool, but that original video was so well thought. Her eyes and expressions at the end were very creative.

[@ahmedshakib3883]

I agree she has aged well.

[@brianlushington7179]

I could listen to these guys all day long. One of rocks greatest duets. Bryan & Mel should do a full album together. It would be amazing!

[@tershii]

They should ! But I think the rest of the spice girls would be so Jealous... You Know what I don't get about the Spice Girls not making full new albums like Take That was doing for a while, even Boyzone came back after a major long hiatus and only recently called it a quits, but the fact the Spice Girls say making new records would stain the nostalgia of their past, and then when they get together it wouldn't feel like a homage to the heights that they originally soared. They also have said that their original hits are unbeatable. They are afraid of releasing new music as a Girl Band will look like something for young 20 somethings, and they will look like old women trying to be young again. Where as with modern music, they must feel there's so many artists that they can imitate the sounds of without taking that big of a risk. They could imitate Leanne Rhimes, Madonna, Jewel, Sarah Mclauchlin, Alicia Keys, even each Spice Girl could imitate a sound or some vibes from the other Spice Girls as individuals, but together, they can't figure out whats next, that won't cheeping them, or make them look like they're trying to appear 20 years younger. Omg I'm worried for Madonnas new music this year.... however apparently she is working with producers from her American Life Album era so it might not be to over the top "I'm 20 years old again". The Spice Girls were onto something when the released Headlines (friendship forever), but they kicked the momentum, they really should have followed that greatest hits album up with a full new album the year or 2 years after that, if it kept the vibes of headlines, it would have looked so mature and sat so well in line with their past hits. So Sad!

[@kawiramucheke]

They're so smartly dressed❤💙 Right choice of attire. Mel C is truly Sporty...her vibe and walking style👌

[@kawiramucheke]

@glen judge Simply gorgeous! Leave the number of years aside coz one can even be a teen or below that 50 and not be as stunning as Mel C. If you're beautiful,then you actually are;age withheld 🤔

[@nishantabraham]

And that hand stand! Amazing!

[@kawiramucheke]

@@nishantabraham Sure ❤

[@antoniogalansanchez7787]

Magic song!! Congratulations!

[@ferpirata76]

The most charismatic Spice

[@FaithHopeLove999]

This song always puts me in a care-free mood, especially while I'm driving! It's a timeless track and Mel C still looks good! Bryan has aged a bit since this song was first released 24 years ago..love the friendship they share. You could tell, it's genuine!

[@FaithHopeLove999]

@@bryanadamsfanpage1338 : music *career 🎶 yes..

[@sharonsmith2771]

Yep.

[@FaithHopeLove999]

@@sharonsmith2771 : Glad you agree!

[@danielbeecham2793]

@@FaithHopeLove999 me too I really appreciate his songs

[@2009ccastillo]

Me too thou Mel have age incredible well...I saw her in a close up in dwts

[@susanross1651]

Love this song, they were so well matched. Bryan is my all time favourite, love him forever & I’m 70 next year, but I’ll never be too old. They’ll be playing “18 till I die” at my funeral ❤️

[@BrianBaileyedtech]

Bryan Adams was born in my hometown of Kingston Ontario and I saw him in concert on the cusp of superstardom in 1984 when I was 20. The cool thing is, many years later I moved to North Vancouver BC and my son and daughter ended up going to the same high school that he did just before he became famous. His teacher told him he’d never be famous and should have a back up plan. Idiot!!

[@dpcnreactions7062]

They are having fun and just don't give a shit and I love it.

[@mntccd]

Goals

[@Crisis.Knight]

Melanie C nails it in the singing and acting. I'm a big fan of Bryan since the early 90's and this light up my day, a simple video but the two of them just singing.

[@noomnoom8469]

What acting is she doing?

[@johnq.public3302]

@@noomnoom8469 Also...what singing is she doing? I just hear a small amount of autotuned back up.

[@alanginfosales698]

You know what? Mel C Reminds me of someone I'll always love... She's now in Australia.... And I missed her this lifetime... Hope, I'll be with her in the next.

[@bandid4510]

Does she love you back?

[@alanginfosales698]

Doesn't matter, She's married And happy That's all that matters Why do you think, I wrote, Hope, I'll be with her in the next life... My love for her isn't like , She should be with me , or I should be with her... The days we shared long long ago And the memories of her Are enough to get me through....

[@_J.F_]

Love this song 😍

[@reshmimitra-marshall1521]

One of my Faves!!! Still so good!

[@stevesutherland8247]

24 years? Are you kidding me? It's really been 24 years? It seems like yesterday! Two amazing talents! Mel C by far and away the most under rated member of the Spice Girls...best voice out of all of them imo. And you're both aging amazingly! Memories of Alton Towers in, I think, 1997 now filling my mind. Space were the support act. I was sat on the grass drinking in the whole show. Love this revamped video and great to see you and Mel C together again.

[@udinsabarudin9971]

He is vocal still amazing bruh

[@Dancestar1981]

I can believe it I’m 42

[@rw80]

I don’t think she’s underrated, looking at her successes

[@leighjo70]

Love it! The chemistry is still awesome after all these years. Both look and sound great.

[@2009ccastillo]

In my fantasy world they are a couple!! 😓 but u can count on mel 😵‍💫😉😂💘

[@2009ccastillo]

Ups * can't

[@vishwavaibhavivideh601]

Hello 2024 ❤ who all still love this track 🎉

[@zekketv1160]

❤❤🙌🙌 the best song duet

[@AfterDark-ds1zb]

I love them, they’re so cute, and the song still sounds amazing after all these years.

[@luxy8703]

They are absolutely amazing , this song always makes me smile, whatever kind of day I am having. I’m glad they re-recorded it. Another excuse to keep listening to it. I never get bored of listening to his music, it just makes you feel carefree and it feels timeless somehow, and I think we need that, especially nowadays.

[@hughlingard]

i love that mel is still serving that sporty spice energy; she's endlessly talented and lovely.

[@user-wr3iy2yr6v]

Mel looks stunning.Brian’s in a good shape as well❤

[@beth-marieredfern5335]

Mel C blows this out the water. Love her

[@Alanthemulk]

Brian and Mel both appeared at Widnes rugby ground.. They did this at the ground.. The big W on the walls is the Widnes vikings logo...

[@thestig1611]

The fact that this is a re-recorded version is amazing. They both still sound tremendous.

[@innerpeace88627]

I agree!

[@garryrosenberg6717]

I think u will find that was the original track

[@conmac9715]

ageing gracefully and looking good for it and sounding awesome!

[@danielcodrington9137]

@@garryrosenberg6717 Nope read the info.

[@andrewrycraft]

@@garryrosenberg6717 it was rerecorded for the anniversary sang live at the concert in widnes and recorded video at the same venue ...i know i was there working it

[@leighgabriel6824]

These two have definitely discovered the secret to aging, both of them look absolutely fantastic and both are sounding better than ever. Mel C was always the most talented out of the Spice Girls and what can you really say about Bryan Adams? Man is a living legend.

[@dayandamy]

i love you both

[@afb2012]

You rock! Mel

[@AndySk81]

These two really should do an album

[@NegotiableHemingway]

Mel C is a 10/10

[@vimalanvicknesh4292]

nahhh, 11/10 🔥🔥🔥

[@cristiangately2478]

NAAAA is un treeee!............... 3

[@paulteague2586]

Both so good

[@ahmedshakib3883]

I agree , she has aged well, Posh spice aged the worst.

[@conorsmith8551]

Far too many plastic

[@LoliCeOk]

Que hermosas épocas, mel C es la mejor❤

[@1doublem]

I LOVE THIS VIDEO! Wow 22 years later to you two doing a remake and video for this song is just soo soo good!!! Thank you!

[@gustavoguinez4026]

24!!! This song was released in 1998 😵 so many years!!!

[@batman1169]

Big budget for this one. lol 😂. They pulled it off!

[@huilapietra1060]

I've been loving this song since I was like 15 and now I'm 21, seeing them together singing one of my favorite songs from Bryan Adams made me cry

[@CarlosAcosta-tk4vh]

I cried too lol just was so beautiful ❤️‍🔥

[@teentraveler1790]

You were 14 when you made your KZbin channel. Also yeah, it is a lovely song.

[@mariusdeksnys6382]

Thank You. You my Star now Bryan. You still the Best at this age. Big Heart and Your songs helps me t

[@fionacavalier]

Love this more than the original

[@MrFreddy123]

Can't wait to see you on 9/9. Literally thought about you just now and searched for ''Bryan Adams Classic'' and this pops up, uploaded 2 mins ago. What great timing.

[@deadloop1225]

After 20 yrs, Mel C still looks so good, it’s just like the time was freezing.

[@garyprocter8342]

They both look fantastic…..great remake

[@shawnsnow8900]

Amazing song they are great. By he’s a great Canadian. This video looks it was shot at a hockey rink.

[@auntie44m]

Loved it then, love it now. Looks like they’re still having fun singing together. Bravo Mel & Bryan.

[@danielbeecham2793]

So amazing and wonderful I really appreciate his songs

[@cifcremoso3668]

@@danielbeecham2793 não minha filhota que entende p9rr as

[@princehamdan7551]

Hello, How are you I want to use this medium to appreciate you for the support so far. Your love & support has gotten me were i am today 🙌 💯 Gratitude

[@steveharry9045]

nice to meet you I have been observing some comments lately and I find you very interesting and also clever, I never got the chance to say Hello 👋

[@MyNdFrEaK420]

Always had a huge crush on Mel growing up. She still looks great 🥰😘

[@aprimister364]

I was junior high school for this song... And now I'm a salaryman... And I still love this song

[@Mister_Superfly]

Can’t believe this is a re-recording doesn’t seem any different from the original, but that’s just how good they still are! Great song 🎵

[@yeags1383]

Always had a crush on Melanie. And always will. And she looks even better as she ages.

[@Saggytitsbatman]

very nice still has the feels after 20 years

[@BRHarvie]

Maybe my favourite pop song ever... Takes me right back go grade 7!

[@user-ks4gr7sh4w]

lindo,hermozo..........................

[@drdave-vp3vh]

Great chemistry between these two, 20 years ago and now!

[@WillScarlet1991]

This was 25 years ago (1998).

[@drdave-vp3vh]

@WillScarlet1991 you are right, at my age plus or m8nus 5 years is an acceptable margin of error, 😆

[@paulbarham1038]

Well done by Bryan and Melanie. I'm glad they decided to redo this song 🎵...a favourite of mine from Bryan's catalogue. Mel's voice...and how 'bout that handstand👍

[@carolineonline2112]

She’s Sporty Spice so OF COURSE she can do a fabulous handstand! 😉😜

[@user-sz9jy1hg3l]

Love this version!🙂

[@stairwaystoheaven7]

glad and love to see you sir and mam ♥

[@tiagosousadeoliveira8716]

Melanie C doesn't seem to age, she's so beautiful so far.

[@Ruby-K]

2:40-2:44. "So in love..." Mel C sings a great harmony here....

[@fennira0605]

ow... Miss my youth in the 90"s....

[@ania4864]

OMG you both feel just as young and beautiful as 20 years ago!!! 💖

[@SammyJD13]

This is so good 🙌 I love how Melanie added a handstand just like in the original MV! Iconic ⭐️ please invite Melanie to your Canadian tour 🙏🏻

[@chingkhiuhguangriameinaga5616]

What a beautiful video music.

[@brotherSB123]

My fav song😊😊

[@theartsyzoologist]

I didn’t want that to end!!!! Honestly I miss when music was so profound, success was determined by passion and talent and music evoked genuine emotion or feelings that would later have us relive nostalgia. Nowadays anybody can upload a video to social media and gain a career or notoriety. Back then these artists had to almost literally fight to remain relevant and build their careers, they couldn’t rely on social media, ITunes, Tiktok or KZbin, they had only their voices, instruments, countless auditions, flights, cassettes and word of mouth to get by on. Now music seems so generic, I’m never surprised much anymore and for the most part this new generation has saturated the industry market with non stop covers and samples from artists before them. Now there are definitely a few decent artists of the newer generation however very few and far between.

[@whicked_stone7566]

You are sounding like you think Spice Girls in any way are related to classic rock :D but anyway, the song is great.

[@theartsyzoologist]

@@whicked_stone7566 I grew up in a musical family, the sounds of electric guitars and drums blaring through the house….I’m more than capable of differentiating rock 😂. I’m not entirely sure what you are implying, but I can agree with you that this song is great. Anything with Bryan Adam’s is gold. And yes I am Spice fan too, not ashamed to admit it, they may not have contributed to rock but there is a reason they are still considered the biggest girl group and that can be celebrated in its own merit, nothing to do with this video at all.

[@reginarichards6261]

@@whicked_stone7566 What the fuck has that got to do with anything she even said mate? The video clearly features a Spice Girl and Bryan Adam’s🤣. I missed the part where a comparison to rock and the spice girls was even made?.

[@29memyselfandi]

TheSpice Girls were part of the problem. All hype, no substance.

[@robertohernandezd.3455]

Exactly!!!!!!

[@raynawatson567]

Love this song !!!!!!! Vancouver Canada 🇨🇦 loves you Melanie!!! Come tour Canada again. 😃😃💕🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@AleksandraSavic21]

Ahhhhh! cant believe it! those two!

[@sophiehoyal8510]

Best song ever...Best Collab ever

[@ddraigmafon4725]

She was always the best singer in the Spice Girls by a mile. Love this re-recording 😍

[@ANRQAngel]

Just when we thought you were gone, you come back with this classic.. Mel C still gorgeous as ever, Bryan still keeping up.. Great to see you both again, this was very well done. Thank you

[@Gaming-with-life]

The Nostalgia 😢

[@imeldapatrisiyaveronica1008]

Bryan and Mel return🔥🔥

[@wranglergrenadier836]

Mel C still the sporty beauty!

[@Ryostg]

Never get bored of this song.

[@sachinsonowal5737]

Spended my young n youth hearing your Songs n m entering my 40s,I wish You will continue your singles

[@blackdash2784]

OMG my two favorites. I really love this song when I was a teenager....and was shipping them back then :D what a memory

[@rodrigoaugusto1352]

20 years later and it's still one of my favorite songs. Amazing how timeless it is. And you guys look great in the clip, what energy! Hugs from Brazil!!!

[@justinmills4198]

They've got incredible chemistry!! Always will be a jam!! 💙

[@harshckuk]

May 2024 and still feeling 😢

[@simonrealizaciones6214]

Mel has the most beautiful smile in the world!! and Bryan the greatest singer!!!! great duo... I never tire of listening to this song

[@Nustyasongsandcat]

Bad comment. The most beautiful smile and the kindest heart in the world is worn by Hayley from Paramore!❤

[@maijam6709]

What a wonderful video!!! 🥰 Still after 23 (!!!) years I love this song! I was 14 when this single was released!! 😲

[@gomaxim7057]

I wonder how they did the video. It seems like they were playing the playback slightly faster when filming and slowed the video down afterwards to the normal speed of the song. Which creates this funny looking slow speed of movement. Both of them seem to have become more beautiful, btw. Golden age.

[@keanureeves2732]

Hello greetings from Keanu Reeves where are you from?❤❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@MCNutters]

A real treat to see you and Melanie back together! Love the energy and enthusiasm you guys give to this track and your voices together is pop/rock perfection! Also, her ad libs on this track 👌

[@stuarthartley7428]

Great tune.

[@DonDarkz]

What a fun 1 take! Big up Mel c & Bryan 🖤

[@isalmeida2006]

Living legends!!!!!

[@janetgraham-russell4476]

I love the spontaneous handstand. And the difference in style.

[@siscaselvina7205]

OMGGGG!!! This is my favourite songs ever, from junior high school until now i have 2 kids. 😂 Love ❤️ u both a BIG MUCH!!!

[@oliverlotter2107]

Looks like real love friendship ❤️

[@ranjeetkolita9133]

Bryan Adams Never Dissapoint Never Goes Out of Style. Rock of Ages. Priceless Endless Voices. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 Respect.

[@396nando]

Thank you Bryan and Mel, keep working together to inspire joy and inspiration in the world.

[@albg123]

Wonderful! The guitarist has a role like Italian 883's former member Mauro Repetto 😊