Ryuichi Sakamoto - Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence

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Official music video for Ryuichi Sakamoto's 'Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence'.

[@user-gm8xq1pm1t]

I got known Ryuichi Sakamoto was dead just a few minutes ago. It is very sad, but his works have been impressing many people and he will influence a lot of future artists. What we can do is remembering his name and music to tell future generations how he is great. From Japan. R.I.P. Your music will live in our hearts forever.

[@milessoldier1111]

I'm from Canada, and I'm blessed to have heard this man's voice speak to me through his music.

[@PonytailCanyon]

Wordless prayer from Finland.

[@curtblack686]

I did the exact same thing, rip x

[@FredericDelchambre]

RIP Maestro Sakamoto. From Belgium, and for sure all over the world.

[@liketheleaf]

💔 from France I'm so sad right now like I've lost someone very close to me. Thank you Ryuichisan for your wonderful music and for your presence

[@Putridandimasdijepang]

This sounds like an old heartbreak that you occasionally revisit at 2am, still hurts but youre okay with it now.

[@seppoleonvervloet132]

Spot on

[@massimhb8674]

Why did you have to do me like that bruh

[@bm-ok7sq]

Nobody's ok down here

[@noteateas]

@@bm-ok7sq truly

[@apostoloscy95]

Best description i could find for this song

[@DashaSvetlova-wr8uj]

“Art is long. Life is short.” Sakamoto RIP

[@kitegerrrr1523]

再见！

[@ciclobasicodominado3298]

Hippocrates

[@obber9561]

There’s only life …. Until next time bud x❤ sending you love ❤️

[@bille77]

Is it Just me or does this song sound EXACTLY like a Studio Gibhli soundtrack? If so, who copied whom?

[@hoyinching9313]

Indeed

[@lawrencegullifer4093]

My name is Lawrence. I discovered this song when I was 13 years old and being bullied very badly at school and by my father at home. I’m now 30 and still listen to it. It tells the story of my life. Small and feeble at the start, but growing more confident and defiant on my life, not giving up

[@tommyg1993]

Im greatfull for you Lawrence. Please be happy in life.

[@paulabee81]

I'm glad you had this song to help you through things. Don't let the bullies win 😊

[@zebragiraffe1]

Lovely to hear that you're refusing to let your childhood experiences define who you are now. It must have been awful for you, Lawrence , but you're doing the best that you can now. That perseverance is an admirable trait that you have.

[@68404]

Lawrence, the film was based on a section of the Sir Lawrence van der Post novel, the Seed and The Sower. Read it. It is redemptive.

[@10Marii08]

i wish you nothing but genuine love and happiness from this day forward, You deserve that and more

[@skypilgrim]

RIP Ryuichi Sakamoto. This is one of the songs that introduced me to his work and ever since I had been a big fan. It's a shame he's gone but his music is timeless.

[@bsame]

He will live on forever in our memories

[@4evernmore]

@@bsame for sure

[@mannyromero6539]

300+ likes from this comment. 300+ people have come to hear his music after his passing within the hour. Astonishing. He surely will not be forgotten.

[@user-ky6by2sm8d]

yes

[@Sepharite]

Listened to him almost weekly.

[@roonkolos]

It took me over 15 years to find this piece. I heard it one single time in my whole life and the main melody I could never forget It wracked my brain for so long that I began to think I made it up. By sheer chance i heard it once again while at home when it just happened to be playing 15 years of waiting to come across it one more time. Every second was worth the wait

[@jordanepstein5969]

damn that must feel gooood!

[@jakes935]

Congratulations, those are the true moments that make worth living.

[@vergiltechtip6383]

F

[@evanuiii]

That's a wonderful story! I'm happy for ya, friend.

[@DanteRossiOfficial]

Yup agreed

[@001Geoff]

This is a tune which once you have heard it once it stays with you for ever.

[@andreg8620]

Immediately led here from Bourdain's documentary, Roadrunner

[@1953beetle]

This tune is synonymous with the movie(in which Ryuchi Sakamoto was in as well) Merry Christmas Mister Lawrence. Seen it quite a few times and have the album as well(original pressing). RIP Ryuchi.

[@kshelaanofelaas1967]

The same with ROSE I Feel!

[@bonnieandclyde222]

I first heard when the show came out with David Bowie, s very sad story and double with David gone and Mr Sakamoto

[@1953beetle]

Sad news indeed.

[@hyg2688]

혼자 있고 싶을 때 이 음악을 듣습니다. 제 친구는 은둔형 외톨이입니다. 그 친구와 함께 여생을 보내고 싶은데... 좀처럼 그 친구의 마음을 바꾸기가 쉽지 않네요. 그 친구에게 이 음악의 풍경을 보여주고 싶습니다. 울고 싶을 땐 마음껏 울어라고 이 하얀 눈밭 위에서 그렇게 그 친구도 울고 저도 울고 서로에게 위로가 되고 싶습니다. 류이치 사카모토씨 당신의 음악은 언제나 저에게 위로가 됩니다. 하늘 나라에서 부디 그동안의 아픔을 잊고 행복하시길 바래요. 메리크리스마스 미스터 로렌스

[@Icewagner98]

Thank you for everything Ryuichi Sakamoto. Your art means more than you know and will live on in the infinity of the hearts of humanity

[@sweep8273]

Rest in peace, Ryuichi Sakamoto. Thank you for all of your wonderful work.

[@user-lr5no6pi6x]

One of my biggest regrets is that I got to know Ryuichi Sakamoto too late to be able to go to his concerts. Thank you for the notes that can last forever.

[@zach_ckz1453]

Same 😭

[@maknyc1539]

i went to his concert today it was virtual reality concert and u could see him playing and walk around it was so cool

[@b_ks]

Likewise

[@mikeyminie]

i only found out about his music like a week before he passed 🙁🙁🙁

[@stefanoperoni6059]

I believe that in 100 years there will still be many people who will feel the same emotions that we feel today when we listen to this timeless masterpiece.

[@jnoels29]

Music such as this will stand the rest of time and rightly so. Truly incredible.

[@colletteotoole4337]

Yes definitely hun

[@kwab3n46]

I don't understand I have such a nostalgia with this song, but I'd swear its my first time hearing it.

[@Erithial]

+Jesse Ofosu-Adu Its called great music.

[@djdaisentertainment]

+Jesse Ofosu-Adu The trance music group Watergate used the melody in their rave anthem Heart of Asia.

[@ericoshimatta515]

+Jesse Ofosu-Adu Or maybe you seen the movie with the same name back in the days

[@ericoshimatta515]

+Jesse Ofosu-Adu Or you played this? /watch?v=TwfgP7OtQG4

[@kwab3n46]

Erico Shimatta​ I actually haven't watched the movie before I listened to it.

[@Freeminder-tj5us]

Rest in peace, Mr. Sakamoto. Your music changed the whole world. We’ll miss you forever.

[@ycr0302]

영면하소서 삼가고인의 명복을 빕니다 영원히 우리곁에 음악으로 살아숨쉴겁니다

[@tequilashot_303]

🥲🤲🏻

[@someone1901]

I wanna share a little story under this beautiful song. When I was in high school , there was a cute boy that I liked. He was quite shy I’d say. He didn’t talk much. But we shared same classes , and he was even my desk mate in some of them.I was always the one to start a conversation,but he was always the one who ended it . And this one time he had earphones on so I asked him what he was listening. He told me it was just some melody , and for the first time he asked me something. He asked if I wanted to listen to it. And I did . I didn’t really liked it at the time but I lied saying it was the most beautiful thing I have ever heard . We talked and talked and at the end I finally had a courage to ask his number , I said I wanted the link and if he was fine with sending it to me (I don’t even know why I said that lame excuse) he just smiled and said yes. After a while we started messaging to each other everyday and we became serious after 3 months. We have dated for 3 years and this one time he took me to a restaurant and he went to go to the bathroom. And suddenly I heard this song playing , I recognised the song right away. Looked back ,there he was playing the piano( he had 0 experience with piano so I was indeed shocked) (it wasn’t the perfect performance but for me it was amazing) that’s when he asked to marry me . I cried like a b . (Just so you know neither of us really liked this ,it just happened to be in one of his playlist. I thought it was his favourite melody since he was messaging me about it non stop and he thought I liked it since I always responded. But now it is indeed our favourite melody )

[@pol4k306]

Wow! Read your story with the song behind was very touching

[@jasonchen6840]

thanks for the story!

[@karinwu7777]

好美的回憶❤

[@catarinaprimer]

Such a beautiful story❤❤❤ thank you for sharing ❤❤❤

[@ROYAL_REBEL]

Ok good story but to not like this song the first time you heard it? Yishhhh.

[@katielovett4593]

I found this song because of Suga from BTS. I watched his documentary where he met with Ryichi in his apartment in Tokyo and they played this song together on the piano and I was crying, knowing that by the time this documentary came out he had already passed makes it so much more special and poignant. I am glad to have discovered his music, its beautiful 😌

[@powerlinemisfortune]

He left an enormous legacy for future generations to explore. Rest in peace, king. You fought well and we'll never forget you.

[@BattleSnakeX10]

My dad died back in 2021. For his funeral I requested that this song to be played at it. He had never watched the movie and never heard the soundtrack, but to me it felt reflective in the sense you could listen to it and think about both the good times and the bad times of either your own life, or of someone you know. This may not be the correct way to interpret this piece, but it's what I think of it whenever I come back to listen to it. Than you Ryuichi Sakamoto for you musical talents, rest in peace.

[@mickertyable]

That’s what I hear too

[@albertbover8367]

This is what good music is made for.

[@Demaxy83]

🤗

[@blickman5090]

​@@albertbover8367 you sir, are correct

[@marielletejada]

It is literally what I experience also. Amazing.

[@BaptisteLee]

Rest in peace Mr. Sakamoto. You will forever be missed. The world has lost another giant today.

[@satoshi292]

コメント欄から、世界中で愛されていたんだなと思いました 音楽は国境を超え、人の心に響くんですね より一層、様々な言語でコメントがいっぱいになって欲しいですね

[@TrylleBanjo]

And I love seeing native people appreciate and share the joy of the beautiful things from their culture, with the world ❤ Much love, Miki from Denmark.

[@user-sf9em2kg3z]

취업하기 전에 우울하거나 힘들 때 선생님 노래 참 많이 들었습니다. 부디 하늘 가셔서는 병마로 고통받지 않으시고 하고싶으셨던 음악 더 하시면서 평안 하시길.. 삼가 고인의 명복을 빕니다.

[@ThatBigGuyAl]

When I was going through a rough time in my life, I would listen to this song all the time. I’ll never forget a moment I had when I was particularly sad, when I walked down to the local gas station around midnight and the cashier was listening to this song. He seemed sullen and sad as well, and as I put my food on the counter for him to scan, I said, “Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence, I love that song.” His whole demeanor changed and he said, “I didn’t expect anyone coming in here tonight to recognize this.” We made small conversation after that, and we were both smiling as I left the store.

[@da96103]

No ending like: And now we have been together for the last 30 years.

[@patriziatrentin6651]

💎

[@onair6560]

良いお話ですね

[@crownedclown49]

How are you Dave ? How's life ?

[@ThatBigGuyAl]

@@crownedclown49 Hi, thanks for asking! Life isn’t going too bad at the moment actually. 😄What about yours, friend?

[@tashamorriss8997]

I always cry when I hear this. Reminds me of dead friends, lost loves, David Bowie (RIP), and of all the lonely, heartbroken ppl in the world. This piece of music is haunting

[@dennisdoesburg653]

Same here....🎭

[@annc3443]

Merry Christmas, Mr.Ryuichi Sakamoto😭 forever in my memories 😭

[@creman-seyachan]

Rest in peace Sakamoto sensei. Masterpieces never die and live in everyone's heart forever.

[@YY-qu4zq]

クレマンセヤチャン

[@cawashka]

Another depressing Christmas... I wish everyone who reads this all the luck and strength for the future... ❤️

[@frankvazcar1696]

Merry Christmas to you, my friend. I know the feeling and I send you a big hug and my best vibes.

[@dejiko]

Merry christmas

[@JoaoPereira-qo8yi]

Another really depressing one, wish the best to you guys!

[@sourabhtejwani9870]

Merry Christmas to you too brother and i hope life turns for you soon till then hang in there buddy ✨🌟

[@aliochafonseca5973]

Beter times wil come in the near future. I hope. Greetings from the Netherlands. Alijosha. ☃️🎄🍾🥂

[@n.hidechan7638]

2024年に見ている人、いますか？たくさんの人が見ていますよね？

[@jess7142]

Miss him very much. He would have brought us so many wonderful songs if he were alive. RIP

[@user-ij7on3im3n]

見てる。 ほんとに寂しい。 でも、坂本さんの曲は永遠に生き続ける。私達が見ることのできないような遠い未来まで。

[@steampunk329]

​@@user-ij7on3im3n와우 그의 생보다 더 오래 산다고만 생각했지 우리의 생보다도 더 오래 남을 거란 생각은 미처 못 했습니다!

[@steampunk329]

마지막 황제, 하이 힐즈, 메리크리스마스 미스터 로렌스, 철도원, 남한산성 그 주옥 같은 ost 잊을 수가 없어요. 히사이시 조와 함께 제가 아는 유명한 일본인 작곡가이자 뮤지션! 생면부지의 우리들에게도 기꺼이 와닿은 당신의 음악들 너무 감사합니다. 부디 영면하소서.

[@williamgregory1848]

This isn’t someone simply playing the piano. This is a human being opening his soul to the world. He’s pouring his heart out to those who will listen to him. He’s letting us know who he is and where he comes from. He’s telling us his story through his music. And it’s beautiful 😢 Rest In Peace Ryuichi Sakamoto 🙏🏾

[@Tawadeb]

Well said

[@peachi_mixi]

Just heard about his passing and went back to listen to this masterpiece again. Such an amazing, powerful musician. Rest in peace Ryuichi Sakamoto 💚

[@nickkohlmann]

I am here for the same reason. I don't think I've ever had tears in my eyes at the passing of a composer before, but here I am. Sakamoto is the reason I started playing Piano. I will continue to learn his pieces and honour his wonderful creations.

[@jamiewheeler1840]

Would have never started playing piano if it wasn’t for this man or this piece of music. One of the best musicians I’ve ever heard. Rest In Peace.

[@ju5tm398]

I wouldve quit piano over 3 years ago if it wasnt for this piece... RIP

[@rebeccaelliott9770]

Did you learn to play the song??

[@jamiewheeler1840]

@@rebeccaelliott9770 yeah, long time ago. Always been my favourite to play

[@madlad847]

same

[@EpicIntegral]

I’m starting my piano learning journey just now. This piece inspired me a lot. Hope I can learn this piece soon.

[@Yuki-mm7dd]

2024年になっても教授の音楽はいつまでも生き続けていて私の心に響いています。

[@Dont_never_give_up]

좋은 곡을 선물해주셔서 감사합니다. 여긴 춥네요, 따뜻하게 쉬길 바래요.

[@yeonafr]

Sakamoto-san got diagnosed with bowel cancer. Listening to this brought me to tears. We cant lose a great maestro like him. Please get well soon.

[@user-vx4is7eo5c]

No he should not die..

[@achillesamusic]

Just thought i'll just listen to his masterpieces again and then there's this comment Holy fk pls get well soon :(

[@DirtyBeatsBassTV]

oh no :( my mom just passed from that a few weeks ago :( i came here to hear this in this sad time

[@PascalHeyrman]

@@DirtyBeatsBassTV I hope you are well, I wish you a lot of strength these days

[@DirtyBeatsBassTV]

@@PascalHeyrman

[@zacharyknight4302]

I’m normally not one to mourn the death of famous people however this one hits hard. I would’ve never bought a piano if it wasn’t for my desire to be able to play even a fraction of what Mr Sakamoto could. He’ll always be the greatest in my eyes and I’ll never stop listening. Thank you for everything Rest Peacefully.

[@gunthertobias3909]

I love Sakamoto .. always and forever

[@InsideOutAnus]

It hurts more knowing Yukihiro Takahashi just passed in January too.

[@lornemcneil]

But y play ,all that matters 😊❤

[@user-dd9dp5nb7s]

坂本龍一さんがもういないと思いながら曲を聴くと自然と涙が出てきます。 素晴らしい音楽をありがとう。 安らかに眠ってください。

[@coleyboy1921]

Love how he lags the time slightly, so much tension and partial release on almost every measure.

[@chris92945]

Rest in peace Sakamoto-sensei. Thank you for all the timeless music.

[@user-wc6vk1bu9w]

which anime are the backing vocals from?

[@PaleBlueDott]

Whenever I hear this song, I imagine someone who visits the place he grew up and remembers how beautiful it used to be and how it isn't anymore and everyone he knew and loved is gone. But there is a hint of hope, because he knows that, at least he got to live those beautiful moments and they will always stay dear inside his heart. It fills my eyes with tears of sadness and nostalgia.

[@iamdeathnote]

Some people's life in a nutshell .

[@SarcasticCupcake223]

its funny how certain things can trigger certain visuals or memories

[@darkomusic01]

@Zane Armstrong And the unfulfilled love between the Japanese commander of the camp and one of the prisoners (played by David Bowie), hence the lyrics to the original song with David Sylvian on vocals "Forbidden Colors" Learning to cope with feelings aroused in me My hands in the soil, buried inside of myself My love wears forbidden colours My life believes in you once again

[@user-ji6yi4ch9m]

焦躁浮动的心绪会被平复

[@Rinoaeris]

I love this. A perfect description

[@user-rv5cg9ny7u]

역사의 남을 천재 작곡가의 명복을 빕니다. 10대시절부터 당신의 음악을 들으며 맑은 영혼과 다양한 색깔의 영감들 그리고 뜨거운 에너지를 수없이 받아왔습니다. 당신의 큰 영향력이 전세계인의 마음 속에 퍼져있습니다. 부디 가슴을 당당히 펴고 또 다른 여정을 자랑스럽게 걸어가시길 빕니다.

[@JulianF]

I saw him live back in 2019, and I’m so grateful that I had the chance. Rest well, Sakamoto San. Thank you so much for all the inspiration you gave me and many others with your music.

[@CC3193]

This is one of the most beautiful songs my husband and I have ever heard. Five years ago when our son was born three months early, we would play this song to him in his isolette crib in NICU. He loved to hear our voices and he loved hearing music. Although tiny, he was a strong baby, and after many long months, a lot of equipment, medication and caring he made a recovery. He is a very happy, inquisitive, loving and fun little boy now, and he will start school in about a week.

[@acarna6669]

So happy to hear :)

[@yinnnnnn06]

Happy to hear that!

[@stupor_mundi]

💖

[@interludesoulout]

God bless you and your family :)

[@connormurphy1584]

Bless you and your son. I'm glad it worked it out. That's beautiful.

[@user-ny2vm4ux3l]

Rest in peace Mr Sakamoto,you and your music will be remembered forever.

[@chengfang545]

Rest in peace, Sakamoto-san. Your music will always live in our hearts

[@williamkim5239]

Dear. Sakamoto, Ryuichi Your music was like a friend to me, like a lover, like a street lamp that lit my life not lonely. Thank you and thank you. Rest in peace there~ From a Korean fan who loved your music.

[@samwisegamgee1243]

I wonder what Mr. Sakamoto is thinking of as he plays this. His face is serene, with an occasional smile.

[@sallyjohnson5985]

Nakkid Frodo Thinking of David Bowie?

[@zweij]

@@sallyjohnson5985 same!!!

[@inactive_ina]

I can say for a fact that playing the piano feels something like meditation, after practicing playing a song the muscles in your hands will get used to the keys. As a result most of the time when I play piano I'm normally thinking about hitting the right keys or not screwing up, but I also feel very relaxed. Maybe it's just me, but playing Piano is like a kind of Zen, you aren't really thinking about anything besides the sound of the music.

[@selarmajak7887]

@@inactive_ina true, when you get used to playing a song you get into some kind of a trance - at least I do- it's like I'm not there anymore, something close to ecstacy. Something that can't be achieved doing anything else

[@carolewilson1311]

He be playing is harp he died not long ago

[@bryanabarca9860]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="118">1:58</a> this transition reminds of me of that moment when you’re crying and you’re in the depth of your sadness, and the grief starts to subside, you wipe your tears away and the healing process can begin - Sakamoto is truly the king of the piano

[@user-kz8nx2cw1g]

你的音樂會永遠留在世界上療癒所有人！ I love your music, 沒有病痛了！ 從你的音樂聽到你那豐富的情感！ 你是我最尊崇的音樂人 雖然你已離去一段時間，但我還是很愛你的音樂

[@uabbo762338]

佳萱你不孤單

[@unwashedrain]

Im right now preparing for an assignment about art and I will talk about Ryuichi Sakamoto. I got introduced to his music some months ago and his music helped me so much when I had a really hard time at home and school. His music brings me to worlds that I only can imagine. His work is really art and will inspire future musicians 101%. Rest in peace.

[@BobSaysWhat22]

I will forever regret that I didn’t go see your live show. Rest In Peace Mr Sakamoto. Your music Inspired and touched so many people’s heart and soul around the world.

[@lauraholliday9343]

to me this sounds like being sat inside with someone you love while it rains outside on a warm spring day watching the rain trickle down the window , no idea why

[@paulborkowski4565]

Beautiful description.

[@realityrupture536]

s a t

[@TheMuajhmoo]

For me, I feel like it’s a winter night sitting by the fireplace in your comfortable napping rocking chair. Or just reading a book, maybe even drawing, studying. Anything. You hear the fire crackles and you see the night outside the window full of snowflakes slowly drifting in the calm wind. You smell the cedar wood, burning fire place, and cup of coffee or maybe even pumpkin spice. And it just continues on into the deep night.

[@MeiZu0606]

beautiful feeling 😍

[@nezkeys79]

Impressionists

[@sarahdelepine1016]

Goosebumps and tears whenever i listen to Mr Sakamoto's music. There's something terribly beautiful and that overcomes humanity in his art, as if he was connected to Mother Earth's spirit through his music. That's how i feel about this one of a kind artiste

[@youlikethischainits3dollar157]

The song that introduced me to him. I learned about him passing away when one of my favorite korean rapper/producer sent his message that his teacher Sakamoto-sama already departed. Then saw Sakamoto-sama name as the piano performer in one of his songs (Snooze by Agust D ft. Woosung) & had a appearance to his documentary before he passed away a year after its recording. I know everyone who is a fan of Sakamoto-sama is devastated about this news. I hope his music will stay strong in the hearts of many.

[@SanghyunP]

when i was in college, i took understanding of modern dance class. professor asked us to do a dance performance as the final report. i spent the whole semester without prepping, and then one day before the performance day, i came to listen to this music. something occurred inside me then and i decided to improvise dance to this music. so i did, professor gave me A minus as i remember correctly. it was a surreal experience and 20 years later now i can still feel the thrill, tense and humor of my act and this beautiful music. thanks for all who read my little story :-)

[@mila.5371]

I can understand why you would choose this music ,I personally like it

[@user-ob6tz6rw4p]

I also like this music.Thanks for sharing your good story.(｡･ω･｡)ﾉ♡

[@sylvrain]

Wow. Evidence of a powerful emotional connection you felt to this music. Thank you for sharing.

[@bxnkaii]

Vincent Lawrence hi,is this song dedicated for u,Mr.Lawrence ?

[@onotomo8103]

As I listened his play, I read your comments. what a story !

[@Zlord3]

I met sakamoto and his wife. I am lucky.

[@ekNYC]

Really? I met him only once in NYC at the signing event for The Revenant.

[@paulandreigillesania5359]

Must be such a surreal experience

[@jiratchayakriya5124]

Wait ? sakamoto divorce his wife 2006 and live alone since then, i wonder how you meet him with his ex wife?? because they're not live together anymore

[@zeropr0ductions631]

@@jiratchayakriya5124 maybe it was before 2006

[@freddieedwards100]

Akiko Yano is an accomplished musician in her own right!

[@yamilsobrinourrutia6298]

RIP Genio recuerdo que empece la universidad y conoci tus composiciones, estudiaba escuchandote, ahora que retome de nuevo las clases te me cruzaste en la mente por un recuerdo pasajero y hace 2 semanas dejaste este mundo pero tus creaciones seran eternas, hasta siempre maestro!

[@lofikiwii]

All of us will live, but not all of us will leave something worth remembering by others for a long time. Thank you Mr. Ruichi Sakamoto

[@icosahydro]

I don't know Sakamoto's work as much as I should, but I know he pierced my heart with this theme. Thank you for everything, Sakamoto-sensei.

[@explosion5022]

This is probably my favorite piece of piano ever. RIP Mr Sakamoto

[@mattiap_41]

This masterpiece make an incredible effect on me... a mix of sadness and happiness, it remind me moments of my childhood. Thank you Mr. Sakamoto, R.I.P.

[@tessaractstroke267]

Rest in peace, Ryuichi. You will be forever in our minds through your music.

[@youtubeuser2352]

The past few weeks I have been feeling off - the intense anger I have when I was growing up was back sitting on my chest and I could not pinpoint where it was coming from. This song along with On The Nature Of Daylight (Max Richter), S.T.A.Y. (Hans Zimmer) and I Am the Antichrist to You (Nu Deco Ensemble & Kishi Bashi) have been my rotation to soothe my soul. Last night, while I was listening to my playlist, I came to realize where the anger was coming from - it was because I will be visiting home. And there are realities at home that I have not accepted yet and so the anger was a mask for my agony. When I go home, I will see the heavy weight my mother has to carry for being a caretaker of my father, a man who never treated her well. He suffered a stroke years back and became half paralyzed. Since then, my mother has been sacrificing to tend to his needs. Two months ago, his health has worsened. Now, he is bed ridden and is no longer mobile. I'll be seeing my mother doing 10x more sacrifice. I'll see her tired, barely sleeping. And I am afraid to look at my mother's pale and scrawny face - and notice the lines, wrinkles and visible stress creeping in. As my cousin told me a week ago that he was not able to recognize my mom because she lost weight and aged a lot (must be from the burden she is carrying). A moment ago, I was about to pack my things since in 9 hours I'll be hopping on the plane on my way home - but out of nowhere I decided to open Facebook which I only do once in a couple of months (I guess this is my self's resistance to going home) and the first post I saw was about Ryuichi Sakamoto's passing. I quickly jumped to Google to confirm the heartbreaking news and next thing I know here I am writing this comment. This is the first time I am leaving such a comment on KZbin, sharing a personal piece of myself to a bunch of strangers on the internet (I know it's messy and all over the place). But why am I doing this? Because this song is close to my heart. I grew up with a lot of anger hidden inside of me - in fact, I was good at hiding it that nobody could tell that. People would just describe as a someone with a stoic and serious expression. The first time I heard this song, it helped me come into terms with the anger inside of me - this song helped me welcome it, sit with it and accept it. For the first time in my life I was at peace with the anger inside me. This song was there by my side when I stared at the walls and the ceiling for hours with the wave of emotions inside of me. This song has accompanied me to many nights where I cried myself to sleep. This song helped me cried - because I needed to cry. Cry my heart out because of anger, because of anguish, because of grief. And because I cried my heart out, the load inside my chest lessened. This song did not only helped me lament the realities of life. But this song helped me carry on and move forward. This song is forever etched in my soul. Thank you Mr. Sakamoto for your music. It lives on with me. 11/13/2023: To anyone who took the time to read this long post, I left a comment below and shared something I learned. I hope it will be worth your time and attention. // I

[@alfredrutz7830]

..... fascinating story !

[@xxxLaDiAnAxxx]

thank you for sharing your story made me tear up, hope your mother can find peace and happiness soon.

[@mayavril1]

Wow thank you so much for sharing this and you know as I read your comment it gave me am epiphany of how I've been feeling lately- a feeling from the past that I too bury. Thank you. I totally relate and I hope your visit to your parents will be good and harmonic 💜

[@maralb745]

your comment made me cry

[@kevinjeffreys967]

Wow, the only essay I would be willing to read as a 15 year old fr

[@user-bj1iv6wn2j]

Not how I expected to find out one of the greatest Japanese composers passed away. So sad! Life got busy and I guess I never discovered the news. Last year I had The Last Emperor, Amore, and more on loop. While we are mortal, the art we create will last many lifetimes. Merry Christmas everyone.

[@Frozki]

Rest in Peace Mr. Sakamoto, you may not be with us anymore but your music will. Art is long, life is short.

[@Bangtannies.07]

Rest in peace Ryuichi Sakamoto. You will always be a legend , inspiration and this masterpiece is so beautiful that you get lost with your own thoughts

[@ludbud57]

Rest in Peace, Ryuichi Sakamoto. This song is a timeless masterpiece. Thank you.

[@Sosukz]

I am reallysaddened by the news. His music was a significant part of my childhood, and I have fond memories of playing it with my father Despite coming from a classical/folklore background, my father always appreciated Sakamoto's revolutionary music. Profound Music. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and friends during this time

[@inthemoonlight5328]

When I listen to him and watch him play "Merry Christmas, Mister Lawrence", I feel myself calming down. It's like there's hope and wisdom in his hands and it feels like a moment of peace💜 Thank you Mr Ryuichi Sakamoto. May you and your soul rest in peace 🕊

[@raginbakin1430]

Sakamoto once said that he has spent the last half century wondering “What is music?” I don’t know if he ever found a satisfactory answer, but there can be no doubt that the thing to which he devoted his life was music- music that tells stories, music that touches hearts, music that both hides the artist and strips him bare before the world.

[@cosmicstargazer10]

I could never have put it as eloquently as you just did.

[@sahrdevachan5370]

I learned how to play this in 2004 when I was 14 and my music teacher said it was from a famous war film. I remembered only this song on the piano since then, i tried to find out what film it was for so long and I gave up. But i just saw the film tonight 14 years later haha. life is funny like that!

[@willowhispp6056]

Sahr Devachan what is the name of the film??

[@sahrdevachan5370]

@@willowhispp6056 Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence

[@nksadjks6841]

@@willowhispp6056 Furyo ( International Name: Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence).

[@jimmyviana943]

Where did you find the movie?

[@Andulsi]

great movie

[@marirussiaballet7036]

RIP Sakamoto. You have been my shining star. We are sinking in sadness and still can not imagine the world without you. But your beautiful music will live forever. Thank you, sir. We love you

[@yubnub6431]

RIP Ryuichi Sakamoto, thank you for all your great music, you will be remembered 😢

[@romualdo73]

This is not a song. This is a poetry

[@wingaard]

NO , it is about Japanese war atrocities. Not poetry fool !

[@uncleusuh]

Of course its not a song, its piece you fool

[@johnlock9579]

It is a hymn to mankind

[@13ichirouyuukijun15]

@@wingaard おい、言葉に気お付けろ、この、クズが。

[@user-zo1yg8bc6f]

@@13ichirouyuukijun15 でも、事実だろ？

[@AmbitionMusic]

so nostalgic and I don’t know why

[@bella3419]

for me too

[@benjaminl429]

Because every chord is a 7th

[@jerrymei2511]

Also it might be cause you heard it a long time before. Cause the movie was released in 1983

[@fcku69]

Then it's nothing

[@supervoid5749]

@@benjaminl429 is that also why Joe Hisaishis music oftentimes sounds that way to me? a lot of the ghibli soundtracks convey a similar feeling i think.

[@wendyhodkiss8867]

This is a song my mum used to listen to all the time when I was young and I've been trying to find it for year's! So glad I've discovered it again 💗

[@dawnkied0813]

I went to see movie last night and felt this song revealed uncharted flow inside. Something subtle to tell us the world you did see and actually when you close your eyes, you see the world already!

[@mk-yn9gg]

Merry Christmas Everyone! Let us pray for Mr. Sakamoto fast recovery.

[@kdevinturner8778]

Sakamoto will always look out for us. Good or bad.

[@nancyycho]

He died today 😔 RIP

[@ruriwch2]

@@nancyycho No, he died at 3/28.

[@Blunt2]

I'm just waiting to see people who saw Rogue Wave cover this come to this video and enjoy the original. Esh!!

[@DHawkBeats]

That’s where I’m from too!

[@Jeffin_Bbx]

Same -_-

[@Vee-bv1vh]

Esh!!!

[@zxibs3645]

i was like, have i heard this melody before?

[@suprax_gaming9862]

Same bruh ESH!

[@danknuggetog5152]

I hate to reminisce, but how could I complain when the tune is this amazing? In the end my actions are my own doing, all I can do now is better myself through the painful mistakes and take pleasure in such beautiful privileges such as this exquisite gift. Thank you Ryuichi for gracing one such as myself with the opportunity to listen to your blissful music. May you rest in peace but never forgotten

[@otelada73]

Rest in peace sir, and may the earth be light to you...🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@LvpvS]

we should pray for Maestro Sakamoto. He is sick beacause of a throat cancer. Merry Christmas Maestro Sakamoto

[@mariyannuism]

+Lvpvs91 Good news! According to a recent interview, he's almost completely recovered. There's the chance the cancer may reappear in the future, but he says he's talking care of himself so it doesn't happen.

[@LvpvS]

Wow, that's wonderful!!! thank you so much for these news Maria!

[@tungstenwhizard4361]

He did not! He is still alive.

[@axleblaze123]

Your thinking of David Bowie

[@DHawkBeats]

Here from rogue wave, so glad they introduced me to this beautiful piece with their amazing beatbox rendition of it

[@devin_booker6642]

me too

[@cheflazy]

Yessssss duude

[@fokusnikfm]

Haha same

[@pillowsnuggler9271]

bro same hahaha!

[@ryanborges0]

Esh esh

[@kk2bbysweet462]

I just discovered today Ryuichi Sakamoto, I wish I would've found his music sooner. This type of music always makes me feel at peace and calm and nothing can bother me. R.I.P forever remembered.🥺😢😔

[@Pepper-Zee]

You may have found him late but his art still lasts

[@sheryllim7312]

I came here to listen to this beautiful piece because of Suga, I love this , it’s sad that he passed 😢

[@nicolopalazzo7515]

the first part of the song represents perfectly that feeling of sadness and emptiness, until <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="118">1:58</a>, that describes the moment you know you have to take your life in your hands, and get better for yourself. Music really helps people's emotions

[@Pravduh]

♥️ thank you for your comment🕊🥲

[@manuelamingioni1307]

Music is food for our soul 🤗🎶❤️

[@quintenskevin]

Everyone have noticed this.

[@marielsalazargomez5153]

Waooo que tal interpretación, algo asi la siento yo..

[@secretperopero]

R.I.P. Ryuichi Sakamoto

[@marcalmontesripoll4757]

Rest in peace Maestro. This song makes me feel emotions I can't find anywhere else.

[@siofrain]

You changed my life, this song changed me beyond life. I know it's too late to say anything, my only hope for this comment is to see it again when I come back here and remember the memories you gave. It's been years now since I heard this, I wouldn't be as okay as I am without this song comforting me every passing year. Thank you.

[@maze7307]

R.I.P Ryuishi Sakamoto, his soul will stay with his family, friends, and fans through his music. 🕊

[@HH-dy4et]

직접 전달할 순 없지만 사카모토님의 음악으로 항상 힘을 받았습니다 감사합니다 제가 힘들때면 사카모토님의 음악을 들으며 웃음짓기도 하고 울기도 하고 감동받기도 하면서 많은 위로를 받았습니다 제 은인이에요 세상에 아름다움을 남겨주셔서 감사합니다

[@mk-yn9gg]

Merry Christmas Mr. Sakamoto. We miss you so much.

[@ian6729]

*RIP Ryuichi Sakamoto, sleep tight master. You will never be forgotten.*

[@frankvazcar1696]

To anyone having a rough time: Merry Christmas. It will get better. Be safe, be strong and be yourself.

[@randomguyiguess3241]

Thank you :))

[@nuqleus5552]

Didn't expect that Rogue Wave bring much impact!

[@ale2793]

Walking by and hearing street pianists play this in Tokyo last week was a magical experience… this song always leaves a lump in my throat, so beautiful.

[@michaelhogers1752]

Where did you see this? :) id like to visit them

[@ale2793]

It was in Shibuya :) @@michaelhogers1752

[@Sundaymond]

날이 추워질수록 더 따뜻하게 다가오는 곡

[@chloechong6205]

this really sounds like you’re sitting down on the steps right outside your house, resting your head on your significant other as it rains. you two are reminiscing about the time you’ve spent with each other, every single mistake and every single joyful occasion comes flooding into your head.

[@skylerrutherford6895]

Bro, why you gotta make me think of emotional things like that

[@BreeQuinn]

yes. just yes

[@bongdong9154]

oddly specific but ok

[@AngloPatriot]

Exactly that

[@wetnotebook3679]

jezz men, right in the feelings, your description is something magical.

[@dush_shanibae]

Thank you to my friend Nicole and SUGA for letting me hear this beautiful piece of art.. Thank you.......

[@MrBobbydazzle]

My older brother made me watch merry Christmas Mr Lawrence as a kid ... This masterpiece has haunted my mind all these years ... Just been for a meal with Mrs and a girl was playing the piano in the restaurant... Asked her to play this .. the place fell silent ... Made our night !

[@adileturaimov5952]

Goodbye Maestro Sakamoto. You will live in your music for an eternity.

[@user-iy5fe1dk3b]

병이 악화되어 남은 생이 얼마 남지 않으셨다고 들었습니다. 너무 비통하고 안타깝습니다. 기적이 일어나서 선생님의 몸이 회복되서 공연 직접 듣고 싶습니다. 꼭 회복하시길 바랍니다.

[@mirthacastillo4332]

🙌🏼💐💞