David Gray - Skellig (Official Video)

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"Skellig" Lyrics:
Oh that the song I'm singing
Was an ocean wide
And that the word I'm bringing
Reaches over to the other side
Each heart a burning vessel
Out on a pitch black wave
Chewing the bone and gristle
When it's the flesh of love we crave
And when a lie starts dancing
Oh boy it sure can run
Be halfway around the world
Before the truth can get its trousers on
And in a nightclub mirror
I caught the merest glimpse
Of my pre-human spirit
Frozen like a deer yeah, in the headlamps
Until it just don't matter
Until we're far from care
And when illusions shatter
You see the carnage everywhere
So with a taste like metal
On through the fog of war
So many hurts like nettles
All growing up around my door
I'm gonna cut that stairway
Yeah with my own bare hands
Up to that high rock plateau
Make my home inside the winds
Inside the winds
Inside the winds
Up to that high rocky plateau
Make my home inside the winds
#DavidGray #Skellig

[@chrisjames1423]

Most underrated singer/songwriter of his generation

[@garymurray8903]

How??

[@AN-te4ij]

Very true, his work is unique.

[@dustinwall9062]

Without a doubt Many Albums worth of excellence.A modern Troubadour with a depth of emotion that few ever reach...

[@seangreen8023]

Not underrated by me

[@stackyal5807]

​@@garymurray8903 Because that's Chris's opinion and he is entitled to it. I like your cover of Wonderful Life, soothing vocals.

[@bsf426]

Was blessed to attend the Skellig concert in Dublin on Sunday, March 5, 2023 and it was such a moving experince. Truly magical song writing and delivery....David Gray's voice in the music industry transcends space and time... he is an authentic artistic genius. Brilliant!

[@michelesainsbury3565]

David Gray's music transcends ' industry ' where the world worships false idols such as click bait Taylor Swift. This song is pure genius ❤ Power triumphs in the end. Thank you David Gray.

[@mattallen8135]

How can you not love David Gray. I've been fortunate enough to see him live three times and every time I have come out feeling as if my soul has been lifted and nourished. Never had that feeling with any other performance from any other artist. The man is special.

[@homoerectus6953]

you Sir are one of my choice people to listen too. thank you good Sir for being you...xx ❤🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍

[@ryanmichael6937]

I’ve probably listened to this song 500 times since it’s been released. Much love DG

[@reshhaverstahm7729]

My wife and I saw David and his band in Saskatoon (Small city on the Canadian prairies) about 10 years ago. One of the best concerts we've ever experienced.

[@onelove154]

David, just keeps getting better. His latest songs are better than ever. He's a truly world class singer/songwriter.

[@kristyf2618]

I've been here since 1998 and I never plan on leaving.

[@kristyf2618]

@@clearlyconfused9194 😂 yes, I even stream David while showering!!

[@jacobvanstraten7926]

@@clearlyconfused9194 who doesn'?

[@anidiquaojala1804]

Right here with you 😊

[@nicolatamsett4371]

Welcome! It's one of the nicest places to be. X

[@debk7530]

I bought A Century Ends when it came out on one of those "no risk" deals that record stores used to do. Gathering Dust was my kids lullaby and they are now 30 and 25

[@lamarromero]

My brother introduced this song to me. This is absolutely gorgeous and ethereal. I'm a new fan

[@scottparrish7244]

Was introduced to David Gray about 10 years ago by my then girlfriend (now my wife). I play his music so much that my wife has grown tired of listening to him. We saw him in concert in Berkeley, CA in 2022. It was the 20th Anniversary tour of his White Ladder album and it was unreal. Such a wonderful experience.

[@donnaw3936]

Literally listen every day since I was a little girl, grew up with his music 🩷

[@seanmac.7130]

He is more popular and liked than U2 & Bono in Ireland!!!! Better singer too by far. ☘🇮🇪☘

[@mikew2468]

Is it a competition?

[@fredgarvin5102]

Been a fan since " Century's end". The fact that his channel only has 119k subs with how massively soulful, heartfelt and unique to pure music he is is a sad statement to the state of music today. Bands of purity and true talent are becoming fewer while contract seeking, auto-tune overnighters pop up everywhere. Don't ever change Master David, old dinosaurs like us still need ya. Stay pure my friend 👍

[@mrderrionadams9442]

Exactly how the people of the world are today the problem has echoed through time

[@willemgroenewegen5934]

Had a beautiful experience with A Century's End, early 2000s. Gray was performing at Melkweg, Amsterdam and I'd brought the LP sleeve to sign. He saw me in the crowd during his performance and signalled to pass it to the front and the other rows in front of me obliged by passing it along. He signed it in silver pen and the sleeve was passed back to me. A lovely artist attracts lovely audience. :)

[@jfgleeson]

Couldn't agree more! Had the pleasure of meeting David after an amazing gig in Dolans Warehouse in '98 / '99 - what a talent, love every single album and "shine" still one of my faves to play on guitar. Keep it up David!

[@judythompson8227]

consider this: many of his fans actually buy his music and listen away from the net. I have his music on most of the day...not everyone listens for 'free'...=)

[@pollymotley7263]

Thank you David Gray. Thank you.

[@geordiewaster8454]

The man, the myth, the legend,, back again on fine form, beautiful song 😍

[@TheObsessionHour]

This man is God in Dublin, surprised he doesn't have the key to the city, the gigs in the mid nineties where the best gigs I've ever been at. Thanks for everything David!!

[@mostaphaba3151]

Thank you loudermilk🇨🇦

[@jacintakielty7164]

Absolutely beautiful. Another superb song from a superb artist. Adore his music.

[@trustnoone9921]

An artist who didn’t sell his soul. Might have lost out on A List Fame but he got to keep his soul and we get to hear it in his songs

[@michelesainsbury3565]

Brilliantly said. Didn't sell his soul ❤

[@michelesainsbury3565]

Well said ❤

[@SteveHewittMusic]

That baritone is so beautiful. I love the fact DG releases stuff that means something to him, not what’s expected of him, but what he loves and is inspired to write about. A true to himself artist, that I will forever follow and love and get inspired by. He stands the test of time. All that matters are those who stick around Davey baby, and I’ll be sticking around. Your a blessing, you really are xxx

[@judythompson8227]

The chords in this hit my ribcage like a tuning fork...very simple chords but the voices are amazing

[@user-sj3lf1uw9j]

So with a taste like metal On through the fog of war So many hurts like nettles All growing up around my door

[@yavieneelsolspain]

A hug from Spain. Thank you for your beautiful songs

[@donnaw3936]

Love this man so much ❤

[@jeremiahglauser3591]

Chewing the bone and gristle when its the flesh of love we crave! Beautiful poetry right there.

[@geoffreyomordha630]

Something about this song......just that something that makes me...love it, over and over again.

[@guilhermefani]

I remmember of being a little brazilian boy who listened to David Gray's songs in some forgoten place and become addicted. Remmembered how outsdtanding those songs and lyrics were. Now, listening to this new Skellig song I've faced the little me, felling exactly the same way. Thankyou for you deepeness, you soulfulness. Regards from Brzil, my friend.

[@raywest1514]

I was listening... and realized I was praying at the same time ✌🏻❤️

[@seankennedy7276]

Mr. multi tasker

[@annitakneipp3659]

Dave Grey is such a songwriter. His lyrics touch my soul. So gifted, so real. Ahhh

[@deskeena108]

I think David has come home, brilliant, welcome home fellow celt

[@Alinaswashere]

The acoustic guitar tune is healing to the heart, like Johnathan and David.

[@DanceBeforeTheStorm_]

This song is like a long, comforting hug. Too bad it's over so quickly.

[@0k3ma]

Brilliant 😁🥰

[@brodyjackets2694]

I know what you mean. The song is very beautiful and I almost don't want it to end when I listen to it.

[@eddyboyism]

Simply beautiful.

[@lbbeasley]

Gorgeous song, lovely visuals (starlings, I see!), and it's so nice to have a glimpse inside the studio and see the whole team -- I see Robbie Malone, Niamh Farrell, Caroline Dale, and perhaps a few new faces. I hope they're all doing well, as blessed by life & its Maker as their music continues to bless us.

[@mattc2951]

No matter what happens Robbie Malone is always there! different class!

[@lbbeasley]

@@mattc2951 agreed wholeheartedly, and meeting Robbie after the 2014 Ryman show was as much an honor as meeting David!

[@remnant88starseed33]

Thank you

[@Miggymel1]

Heartbreakingly beautiful medicine.. Good lord.. So good.

[@Taylor314ce]

Perfectly put! Thanks!

[@Shybynight]

Powerful stuff he’s a truly brilliant musician,and worked hard to get to the place he is today.One of the best songwriters and just keeps getting better.

[@Alinaswashere]

100% Agreed!!

[@moseyeintheskymojo7679]

magic !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gpalomino3697]

Greetings from Denver Colorado. You’re one of my most favorite artist, grew up loving and relating to your music in a profound way. Thank you! Absolutely beautiful ❤️

[@Erin-uz2gf]

So beautiful! this one puts a spell on me.....wish I could walk around with this playing in my head all day to keep the stresses and worries of everyday life at bay....thank you as always David!

[@instituteforanimalhappines7504]

us too!

[@angelaleishman1570]

Absolutely beautiful and haunting ❤

[@johnwilliams2920]

Every day when I open my eyes now, it feels like a David Gray, day.

[@DelindaHenderson]

Love David Gray I hope to see him on tour soon Love from America

[@johnpresnell]

This is a beautiful piece! I’ve been preaching your music since A Century Ends, and my friends came around en masse once White Ladder was released. Whenever you’re in New York we catch you live. Hope to see you soon. 🙏🏻

[@FakePlasticKnee]

Man this is beautiful.

[@ET-qw9vm]

Was fortunate to get to the Skelligs before it all got 'safety-conscious' and Star-Wars-abused. This stunning composition captures the stark, other-worldly feeling that is like nothing else I've ever experienced before! No easy feat - simply beautiful, DG! Can't wait to hear the rest of the album/get a copy.

[@berylrichards8332]

Oh, so beautiful.

[@thomashodge7740]

Pure beauty and clarity ❤

[@francisshields9907]

Another song with class. Beautiful moment just spent listening. Still loving David’s music since Glastonbury 2000.

[@puristjazz]

Holy ghost!!!! the same level

[@AshutoshPandeydesperatekiller]

Were that the song I'm singing Was an ocean wide Let the word I'm breathing Reach us over to the other side You chart a burning vessel Out on a pitch black wave Chewing the bone and gristle When it's the flesh of love you crave When a lie starts dancing Oh boy, it sure can run Halfway around the world Before the truth can get its trousers on And in a nightclub mirror We caught the merest glimpse Of my pre-human spirit Frozen like a deer in the headlamps Till it just don't matter Till we're far from care When illusion shatters You see the carnage everywhere Everywhere Everywhere To where they taste like metal Through the fog of war Too many hurts like nettles Growing up around my door Then they cut that stairway Yeah, with my own bare hands To that high rock plateau Make my home inside the winds Inside the winds Inside the winds Up to that high rocking plateau Make my home inside the winds

[@johnnyjohnjohn4216]

Thanks mate

[@sueaston273]

Thankyou for the words 👍

[@nevecariad]

Some of them are wrong - the real lyrics are in the description of the video

[@bethwhiting3729]

absolutely mesmorizing !!!

[@kimberlyulrich8870]

Omg that’s beautiful

[@Taylor314ce]

I gotta plagiarize that other comment, the best thing I've ever heard to describe this music. Heartbreakingly beautiful medicine.. Good Lord.. So good..

[@laraplowright1735]

♥️ beautiful ♥️

[@andyholmes2656]

Absolutely incredible

[@amelieobrien2928]

What a pleasure to have you back.

[@Prellium]

Beautiful.

[@KathyZanderRox]

Thank you!

[@angielutman9526]

Beautiful song. Beautiful voice. Beautiful video. #musicislife

[@0k3ma]

Hi David, the first time I ever heard you was when you're 'White Ladder' album was released (loved it and still do). Saw you play live at Marley Park, Dublin in the late 90's or early 00's (can't remember exactly). Then somehow I just missed everything after, life other stuff gets in the way etc. Then I came across this song and instantly fell in love with it and the rest of Skellig. I am now listening to all your other albums also. Sad that I missed them as they were released but happy now that I have rediscovered you. Keep releasing beautiful music. Cheers man.🤗

[@jerapeterson62]

Simply Beautiful ✨💖

[@helenmonanteras188]

This is so beautiful

[@davebailey6706]

I've love David gray music it's storytelling in its own right

[@progressiontrail]

So happy ive been able to see this legend live in amsterdam. Such a laid back performence that just suited his repetoire. And man this man is funny!

[@richardodonnell5196]

Simply beautiful! ❤️

[@robinjones2068]

Nice to hear from you again !

[@williamramirez6081]

Loved!

[@twinkletoes800]

Stunning 💕

[@theextraordinaire8065]

Magnificent

[@thatguytobyplayz4841]

Legend

[@violetsandferns969]

Love that bass voice

[@SystemExclusive]

The combined voices sound absolutly stunning ❤️

[@stevendawson3125]

Again David Gray makes his music to echo around our heads. True Legend 👍

[@micahmusik]

Beautiful 3 part harmony ⚡️⚡️⚡️ Amazing song.

[@leelomas4016]

David, ‘as I’m leaving’. The most beautiful song I’ve ever hear. Resent heard it for the first time in years. Brought back so much love ❤️

[@instituteforanimalhappines7504]

Love this song so very very much. We play it for the birds at our rescue.

[@MrAston8]

David thank you,,,,,

[@ruatoomey9107]

Seen David all over Ireland, never disappoints.

[@geoffaustin9385]

Beautiful

[@SteveHewittMusic]

So calming, just what I needed. Thank you David!

[@tartanteapot9387]

Beautiful music, beautiful soul. Woke up this morning to this. Calming for the mind. Itsa great start to any day. Thank you David!🎶🎙🎵🎸❤🤗

[@GeanieM]

Wow this is special again

[@casunnyskies]

OH MY GOSH, this appeared on my release radar on spotify this morning, have shared & listened to this over & over. Mesmerising, big love to you guys x

[@raymondyoungs9263]

Exactly same thing happened with me this morning, always check on a Friday, so glad I did.

[@utkarshsharma5811]

Love him since this years love

[@musicfriekje]

So beautiful that song

[@utkarshsharma5811]

@@musicfriekje indeed brother

[@YenneyRossi]

✨ Apprezzo infinitamente caro David Gray la condivisione di questo bellissimo brano stupendamente interpretato 👍🎻🎶🎤 videoclip splendido ✨👌🎻 Complimenti e un meritato applauso!!👏🙋 Buona sera 🌞🤗

[@powderedground78]

I wondered how this song was put together. This is truly phenomenal. The album is going to be really special!

[@DavinaS123]

Beautiful 💗

[@damianoglesby8808]

Hauntingly uplifting ironic tune - added to favourites as touched me

[@paulmurphy122]

Very nice me like the sound nice & peaceful 🔊👍

[@RyanOsborne88]

Oh my, this is majestic 😍😍

[@ericham3249]

I sink into it again. Bliss.

[@oficinadosomscs]

Wow! What a surprise! Thanks for that. Greetings from Brazil 👏👏👏

[@annelind7605]

LOVE IT !

[@b.csplatbriancross7062]

Boost baby 👶

[@gavinpurcell1298]

I agree completely with all my Heart...David ...Ireland Loves you .💚💚💚💚. always has ..always will... a k's Christian Slater in True Romance

[@youmertz]

Beautiful and innovative. True David Gray.

[@franktaylor595]

Damn! Just got goosebumps.

[@stevendixon3272]

An amazing singer song writer.

[@ukuletion1]

Sounds right...Thank You, David Grey et all...