dive into me

[@mattyjolly]

listen as Stuart is just introducing the song, a guy shouts "Stuart" and Stuart replies "what", the guy shouts back "stay alive" and Stuart replies with "i'm trying te" Just thought that this was a bit poignant as it seems maybe Stuart was struggling a bit even at this stage of his life. R.I.P. big man, I'll never forget you, and was was always a pleasure meeting you.

[@briandavis3832]

Maybe he was someone sent to help BUT it was to late

[@MrPicco1988]

lucky guy met one of the greatest song writers\musicians ever!! lucky dude!!!!

[@padraigsisk4057]

@@briandavis3832 great comment.

[@derekavonswell1744]

We thought we did dive into you. We thought we understood. We thought we got it. We didn't; depression and alcoholism doesn't work like that. We miss you, Stuart (more than maybe you knew we would). Knowing how to swim doesn't mean you'll never drown. Indeed, but, let's hope we all conquer and find the healing sea.

[@eamonnlittle9040]

There were several red flags throughout Stuart's career I felt.The chorus to Chance was a huge one.I felt several other lyrical passages hinted at a tortured soul.I hope he is at peace now.A talented humble guy.

[@padraigsisk4057]

When Stuarts granny died late 70s early 80s it hit stuart hard

[@winterskysteve]

Stuart stay alive, kills me every time...

[@Cleverogue]

One of Butlers best songs. What a band... sigh.

[@richarddavid8519]

It was a long hot day At the end of the summer I had a chill in my heart Like the start of the winter And I didn’t know what to wear I wasn’t sure what to say I was standing alone At the tail of the river Dive into me, into the raging sea Follow your heart, down where it’s deep and it’s dark Dive into me, into the healing sea Put your life into my hands and take the chance Dive into me So we loaded up the car Drove deep into the mountain Where the river was born In time’s holy fountain And we spoke about how it ran All the way to the ocean Trusting its path To a natural motion Dive into me, into the raging sea Follow your heart, down where it’s deep and it’s dark Dive into me, into the healing sea Put your life into my hands and take the chance Dive into me Sometimes swirling waters drag you down Knowing how to swim doesn’t mean you’ll never drown Come the storm you hold in fear Whoever’s by your side Sometimes you’re just drifting on the tide Dive into me, into the raging sea Follow your heart, down where it’s deep and it’s dark Dive into me, into the healing sea Put your life into my hands and take the chance Dive into me

[@RMLaxCoach]

One of BC's best songs. Just knowing what was going to happen to Stuart brings so much more to the lyrics. Suicide stinks....

[@SiggisTop100]

Remember hearing porrohman for the First time in 1983 i was sold to the greatness of these scotsmen and through the years the love for the band has not faded one bit. Missing Stu and his rock`n Roll melankoli voice! Thankful for the Music that he gave ~ we`re just the shadow......

[@isabellle87]

Yes i understand what you mean , he wasn't really himself at this gig, but the wonderful lyrics and the music always touch my heart.This song is powerful.Stu is our hero forever!...

[@Chefen92]

This is Stuarts last gig in Big Country. Shortly after he left BC and started a new solo group, I think people thought he was just on a break and would eventually come back to settle down just like Mark B did after a few years of absence. Stu never find it in his heart to come back though, instead he tragically took his own life and was found dead in a hotel room on the 16th of December in 2001.

[@mongo88now88]

I remember well when I first heard this song. It really affected me, more than many of the brilliant songs that came before. It was hopeful, but also melancholy. It is so honest, a plea to be heard, to be noticed, to be embraced. But it can fall on deaf ears. I never saw this live. And yes, it hurts. Every day.

[@marc12marc]

9 years on.... it still hurts. damn.

[@grantfester]

Terrific stuff! I was lucky enough to see Big Country several times over their entire career. No Gimmicks/lights or lasers, just great music from first to last. At Shepherds Bush on this, their last tour they were brilliant. Sorely missed indeed. Thanks Isabella for posting it.

[@tianuria]

I was at Shepherds Bush too for this… my first Big Country gig! It was a dream come true!

[@richarddavid8519]

Everytime I hear this song-....tears!

[@richarddavid8519]

this is a great song. If only...

[@pcam6168]

Thank you Isabelle. Love this song. Love BC. Love Stuart.

[@garystewart6295]

The genius at work at the barras what more could u ask for apart from the obvious R.I.P stuart gone but never forgotten

[@isabellle87]

Hi markenty! This song is in their last studio album " Driving to Damascus " which was released in 1999.

[@FoghornLeghorn66]

Not only is this performance amazing, but look at the 4 of them. All different in how they perform, yet so in tune. Tony is just jamming. Stuart is so focused on the sentiment. Mark is amazing, as ever and Bruce is so wonderful on keeping it all interesting. WOW

[@dannyalba1]

love this...RIP Stuart

[@frankbaaske3449]

Cooler Gitarren-Rock!! Ja ich liebe Big Country!! Einfach Großartig Brilliant!Ruhe in Frieden Stuart!!

[@stevesimpson6444]

Frank Baaske Gave you a like Frank, I don't all your words but I'm pretty sure you like the best band ever:-):-)

[@frankbaaske3449]

Thank you Steve!!Big Country is the Best Band of the World!!

[@stevesimpson6444]

Frank Baaske Too right Frank, enjooooy!!! take care mate.

[@GOLLYSKYWOOD2]

I love this song and I love this live version. Tony's backing vocals add to it too. The musicianship by all here is superb, particularly towards the end. The lyrics are top drawer too. Anyone who likes this track too should check-out Sina Poltorak's beautiful cover version on this site, which is well worth listening to.

[@cal844]

Love this, cranked up loud

[@briandavis3832]

Tony Butler was the Best 🎸BASS guitar player in the World D.G.A.F what anybody says :.:.:.

[@GivnoFyux]

Still is.

[@josepha4786]

We played this a lot at base camp while deployed at a forward operating location in A-Stan in 2005. Primary Reserve Regiment in Her Royal Majesty's Canadian Regiment. We had a traditional piper and he played Fields of Fire on the pipes when we withdrew. I was not cleared for a 3rd tour.

[@frankbaaske3449]

Stuart du warst einer der größten Sänger dieser Erde!! Ruhe in Frieden !!Habe das letzte Konzert 2000 in der Hamburger Fabrik mit erlebt !!Es war einer meiner besten Konzerte die ich je gesehen habe!!Werde dich nie vergessen deine super Stimme du warst Big Country!!

[@mongo88now88]

i've remarked on BC's emotional and intellectual impact on me for years. Tony and Mark are really two of the most remarkable musicians you will ever hear. Technical strong, rock solid, innovative, flexible. THey flow. Tony's bass never fights a song and Mark never drives it - he coordinates with the guitar and vocal harmonies. I love BC for their technical brilliance too. Only Rush can compare.

[@malev6]

100% agree

[@frankbaaske3449]

Rock-Musik vom feinsten!!Ich liebe diesen Sound diese wunderschöne Stimme!!Diese Musik macht einfach glücklich!!Stuart du warst Big Country!!

[@briandavis3832]

Stuart Adamson once said drums and guitars are all you need if this isn't proof of that then there never will be

[@scottlakey1136]

rip stuart i miss your music

[@mongo88now88]

so frucking brilliant live as well as on record. I miss stuart so much.

[@MaxxDoberman]

The version of Big Country that's playing now...😢 They should have called it a wrap after Stuart died.

[@johnmacintyre6231]

Tribute band now

[@johnnybonds77]

the moment we should've known he was in trouble: fan: Stu, stay alive! Stu: I' trying, eh! 😰😰😰

[@sisk121]

every time a tear in my heart yet joy in my soul

[@lkzprd]

i have the album driving to damascus its a double album live its awesome

[@arnaldomalta7951]

Simplesmente a melhor banda de todos os tempos

[@alexzulu1969]

thank 4 the great music!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@johns.9496]

Fantastic song enough said

[@arnaldomalta7951]

Minha banda preferida para sempre

[@padraigsisk4057]

4 of them so focused. U could see the spark was gone and with Stuart u could see a Phil lynott version of at the end of their want to live. By the way Driving to Damascus their best after STEELTOWN

[@padraigsisk4057]

From their snd best album after Steeltown.

[@matthiasguntrum5622]

Hammer !!!!

[@jamesnoble2753]

Brilliant .

[@marcusentrada2754]

Masumba, My feelings exactly, this song is truly awesome. Is this featured on any album ?

[@matthiasschmidt3585]

Sai geil. Grüße aus Deutschland.

[@hurleyslegacy]

Thanks so much Ian

[@eamonnlittle9040]

Aye Padraig,his Gran was maybe protecting him to a degree.

[@paztarancon]

💖💖💖

[@winterskysteve]

"Hay Stuart stay alive!" "I'm trying too..." Not hart enough m8!